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Avant-garde chest of drawers in German Modernist Bauhaus style.
Located in PRAHA 4, CZ
This striking avant-garde chest of drawers, a masterpiece inspired by the German Modernist Bauhaus
Category
Vintage 1930s German Bauhaus Sideboards
Materials
Steel
Neoclassical Chest of Drawers, Germany, 1800
Located in Belmont, MA
This gorgeous Neoclassical Chest of Drawers dates back to around 1800 and originates in Germany
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Antique 1790s German Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Neoclassical Chest of Drawers, Germany 1780
Located in Leimen, DE
Exquisite 18th Century Neoclassical Chest of Drawers from Germany – Circa 1780
Discover the
Category
Antique 1780s German Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, Germany 1820
Located in Belmont, MA
Exquisite Biedermeier Walnut Dresser from 1820, Southern Germany. This remarkable Biedermeier chest
Category
Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Chests of Drawers, 1970s, Germany
Located in Debrecen, HU
This elegant pair of side tables from Germany is synonymous with 1970s modernism, showcasing a
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Vintage 1970s German Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Baroque Chest of Drawers in Walnut, German, circa 1740
Located in Berlin, DE
Baroque chest of drawers in walnut, German, circa 1740.
Various fine wood veneers on solid fir
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Antique Mid-18th Century German Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
18th Century German Chest of Drawers in Walnut
Located in Brussels, BE
18th century German chest of drawers in walnut.
Category
Antique 18th Century European Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, Germany around 1820
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier chest of drawers in mahogany with ebonized columns and three drawers standing on
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Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
A pair of chests of drawers. Germany 1980s.
Located in VILLERS-SUR-MER, FR
A pair of small drawers on wheels with five drawers dressed in mirror. Grey lacquered structure
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Vintage 1980s German Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mirror, Wood
18th Century German Baroque Chest of Drawers
Located in Charleston, SC
18th Century German Baroque painted chest of drawers with serpentine front drawers on tapered feet
Category
Antique 18th Century German Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Intertlübke pair of little chest of drawers Germany
Located in Grenoble, FR
Interlübke
Pair of small chest of drawers or bedside table from the Interlüke brand in white
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Formica, Wood
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers in Walnut Veneer, Germany, 19th Century
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This Biedermeier chest of drawers was made in 19th Century, originating from Germany. Crafted with
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Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Walnut
H 32.29 in W 45.28 in D 20.48 in
18th Century Southern German Baroque Chest of Drawers
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
A provincial southern German baroque chest of drawers from the 18th century. Solidly crafted in
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Antique 18th Century German Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, South Germany, around 1820
Located in New York, NY
Biedermeier chest of drawers featuring three drawers adorned with fire-gilt bronze fittings as key
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Antique 1820s German Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Elegant Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, South German 1820
Located in Belmont, MA
Step into history with our classic Biedermeier chest of drawers, originating from 1820 in South
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Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
German Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, Walnut, circa 1825
Located in Greven, DE
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers
Southern Germany
Walnut
Biedermeier around 1825
Dimensions: H x W x
Category
Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Baroque Chest of Drawers, South German 1740-50
Located in Belmont, MA
Embrace the opulence of the mid-18th century with this stunning Baroque chest of drawers from
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Antique 1740s German Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Neoclassical Chest of Drawers, German circa 1800/1810
Located in Greding, DE
Neoclassical chest of drawers with two drawers and brass profiles. The pilaster strips are fluted
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Antique Early 1800s German Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers in Cherry Wood, Germany, Mid 19th Century
Located in Wrocław, Poland
Biedermeier chest of drawers from Mid 19th Century. This piece of furniture comes from Germany. It
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Antique Mid-19th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
H 31.89 in W 44.89 in D 20.08 in
Rococo Chest Of Drawers Made In Walnut, Southern Germany From 1780s
Located in Lejre, DK
This Rococo chest of drawers, crafted from walnut and originating from Southern Germany around the
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Antique 1780s German Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Interlubke Side-table, Chest of Drawers, 1970s, Germany
By Interlübke
Located in Antwerp, BE
Side table in cherrywood and lacquered white laminate, three drawers, West German manufacture
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chrome
Unique Baroque/Classicism Chest of Drawers, Germany Walnut
Located in Berlin, DE
Three-pronged body made of softwood with saw-veneer walnut, walnut root and fruitwood.
Original classicistic locks and fittings with ring handles. According to the heir, the dresser ...
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Antique 18th Century German Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, North German, around 1820
Located in Greding, DE
Three-drawer Biedermeier commode standing on square-tapered legs. The slightly convex front gives the piece a refined silhouette. Veneered in mahogany, with key escutcheons designed ...
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Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Magnets
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, Germany 1820, Walnut
Located in Belmont, MA
This original Biedermeier chest of drawers dates back to 1820 and was made in Southern Germany. The
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Antique 1820s European Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
18th century Louis XVI Chest of Drawers, Germany 1780
Located in Leimen, DE
This exceptional 18th-century Louis XVI chest of drawers, crafted in Germany around 1780, is a
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Antique 1780s German Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry, Elm
Biedermeier German Bleached Walnut Chest of Drawers / Commode / Dresser
Located in Viterbo, VT
Biedermeier chest of drawers hand-made in Germany in the early 1800s. The chest features three
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Early 20th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
H 38.58 in W 49.21 in D 24.8 in
Louis XVI Chest of Drawers, South West Germany, 1780
Located in Belmont, MA
Louis XVI chest of drawers, South West Germany 1780.
This chest of drawers is a gorgeous original
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Antique 1780s German Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
19th Century German Renaissance-Style Chest of Drawers in Black, around 1880
Located in Berlin, DE
craftsmanship of the late 19th century with this distinctive German Renaissance-style chest of drawers.
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Antique 1880s German Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Plaster, Pine
H 34.65 in W 41.74 in D 21.26 in
Interlubke Made in Germany Marble Topped Chest of and Pair of Bedside Drawers
By Interlübke
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Chest of drawers dimensions:
Height 70cm
Width 96cm
Depth 50cm
Pair of bedside table
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
H 27.56 in W 37.8 in D 19.69 in
Antique South German Chest of Drawers, Circa 1825 - Walnut Veneer
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Antique South German Chest of Drawers, Circa 1825 – Walnut Veneer
This elegant chest of drawers
Category
Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
19th Century German Biedermeier Chest Of Drawers, Birch, circa 1820
Located in Greven, DE
Biedermeier chest of drawers with columns
Northern Germany
Birch
Biedermeier around 1820
Category
Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
Large, antique chest of drawers, Germany, around 1890. After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Large antique chest of drawers from the end of the 19th century, Germany.
The furniture is in very
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Antique 1890s German Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
H 54.73 in W 113.39 in D 29.53 in
18th Century Pair of Chest Of Drawers Southern Germany Cherrywood Firegilded
Located in Epfach, DE
A rare and impressive pair of baroque chests of drawers from southern Germany, dating from 1750/60
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Antique Mid-18th Century German Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 32.29 in W 38.98 in D 20.08 in
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers with ebonized Columns, Germany around 1820
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier chest of drawers with cambered front and three drawers. The two lower drawers are
Category
Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 35.83 in W 50.01 in D 25.2 in
Midcentury German Oak chest of drawers by Mustring Möbel 1960s
By Musterring International
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Midcentury German Oak chest of drawers by Mustring Möbel 1960s
It is in good vintage condition
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Late 18th Century German Neoclassical Chest of Drawers or Commode
Located in Berlin, DE
Late 18th century German neoclassical chest of drawers or commode
Straight rectangular body
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Antique Late 18th Century German Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Venetian-Style Chest of Drawers, Probably Southern Germany, 18th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Two-drawered Venetian-style painted chest of drawers of the 18th century. The trapezoidal body
Category
Antique 18th Century German Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
H 35.44 in W 60.24 in D 29.14 in
Antique Eastern European or German Pine Chest of Drawers Dresser
Located in Centennial, CO
A exceptionally beautiful and functional antique Eastern European or German fir pine dresser with
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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Veneered Cherrywood Chest of Drawers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A light-brown, antique German Biedermeier single chest made of handcrafted shellac polished
Category
Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 33.75 in W 45 in D 22.25 in
Set of 2 Identical Biedermeier Chests of Drawers, Germany, 19th Century, Walnut
Located in Wrocław, Poland
These 2 Biedermeier chests of drawers were made in 19th century. They come from Germany. Veneered
Category
Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Walnut
H 34.26 in W 37.01 in D 18.51 in
Set of 2 Identical Biedermeier Chests of Drawers, Germany, 19th Century, Walnut
Located in Wrocław, Poland
These 2 Biedermeier chests of drawers were made in 19th century. They come from Germany. Veneered
Category
Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Walnut
H 27.56 in W 32.29 in D 16.54 in
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Chest Of Drawers, Cherry, Germany, circa 1820
Located in Greven, DE
Small 19th Century Biedermeier Chest Of Drawers
Southern Germany
Cherry
Biedermeier around 1820
Category
Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
H 33.86 in W 38.59 in D 21.26 in
German Late 18th Century Chest Of Drawers, Walnut, Restored with Patina
Located in Greven, DE
Classicist chest of drawers
Southern Germany
Walnut and others
late 18th century
Dimensions: H x
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Antique Late 18th Century German Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Walnut
H 34.65 in W 47.64 in D 22.84 in
Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, Walnut, circa 1820
Located in Greven, DE
Biedermeier chest of drawers with columns
Southern Germany
Walnut
Biedermeier around 1820
Category
Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Walnut
H 37.41 in W 46.07 in D 22.84 in
Pop Art Style Vintage Yellow Chest of Drawers, circa 1970, Germany
Located in Vienna, AT
Modern Pop Art Style vintage yellow chest of drawers from plastic coated pressboard in yellow color
Category
Vintage 1970s German Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
19th Century German Biedermeier Chest Of Drawers, Walnut, Bavaria, circa 1820
Located in Greven, DE
Biedermeier chest of drawers with burled edge
Southern Germany (Bavaria)
Walnut
Biedermeier circa
Category
Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Walnut, Burl
H 34.65 in W 46.46 in D 22.45 in
German Louis XVI Chest Of Drawers with amazing Central Locking System
Located in Greven, DE
Classicist chest of drawers with central locking
South Germany
Cherry tree
early 19th century
Category
Antique Early 19th Century German Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
H 31.11 in W 45.28 in D 25.2 in
Biedermeier Walnut Chest of Drawers
By Biedermeier
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Chest of Drawers made in Germany. Chest features three drawers with
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Antique 19th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers with Trumeau Mirror, Germany, early 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier chest of drawers veneered in mahogany with light thread inlays on the front. The
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Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Bronze
H 31.5 in W 36.62 in D 20.28 in
19th Century Biedermeier Chest of Drawers in Walnut
Located in New York, NY
A Biedermeier chest of drawers in walnut, crafted around 1820. The three-drawer piece stands on
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Antique Early 19th Century German Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
German Louis XVI Chest Of Drawers with Carvings and Marquetry, circa 1780
Located in Greven, DE
Antique classicist chest of drawers
Germany
Walnut
around 1780
Dimensions: H x W x D: 81 x 111 x
Category
Antique Late 18th Century German Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
H 31.89 in W 43.71 in D 24.02 in
Baroque-Style Chest of Drawers with Marble Top, Walnut, Germany, 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Small chest of drawers in Baroque style with two drawers, curved frame and flared S-legs. The
Category
Antique 19th Century German Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
H 31.7 in W 27.96 in D 20.48 in
Biedermeier Miniature Chest of Drawers in Walnut, circa 1830
Located in Greding, DE
Small chest of drawers in walnut veneer with three drawers and a hinged lid with mirror and
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Antique 1830s German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
19th Century Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
19th Century Walnut Chest of Drawers
Germany, 1820
Walnut
Fine Biedermeier chest of drawers made
Category
Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Birdseye Maple Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, Germany Ca. 1840
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Biedermeier chest of drawers from South Germany. This chest of drawers still keeps the original, fully
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Birdseye Maple, Spruce
H 34.252 in W 43.307 in D 23.622 in
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, circa 1820
Located in New York, NY
Biedermeier chest of drawers featuring three drawers and ebonized columns on the sides. The chest
Category
Antique Early 19th Century German Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
Large Biedermeier Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Westport, CT
Biedermeier chest shown in a lovely dark walnut match book veneer on pine and comprised of three
Category
Antique Late 19th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
German Mid 18th Century Baroque Chest Of Drawers with Trompe-l'œil Marquetry
Located in Greven, DE
Baroque chest of drawers with trompe-l'œil cube marquetry
Mainfranken
Nussbaum and others
Mid 18th
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Antique Mid-18th Century German Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
H 32.29 in W 36.23 in D 24.02 in
Baroque 18th Century Chest of Drawers
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Late 18th Century Baroque Chest of Drawers,
This late baroque walnut chest of drawers was made
Category
Antique 1780s German Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, 1st Half of 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier chest of drawers with three drawers and half columns at the corners. The front drawer
Category
Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Walnut
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Chest Of Drawers In Germany For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic chest of drawers in Germany available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, mahogany and hardwood, every chest of drawers in Germany was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a chest of drawers in Germany, we have 22 options in-stock, while there are 5 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect chest of drawers in Germany — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A chest of drawers in Germany is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in modern, Art Deco and Baroque styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one chest of drawers in Germany that is appealing in its simplicity, but Eckehard Weimann and Interlübke produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Chest Of Drawers In Germany?
Prices for a chest of drawers in Germany can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1,615 and can go as high as $9,750, while the average can fetch as much as $3,576.
Finding the Right Commodes-chests-of-drawers for You
Shopping for a commode or a chest of drawers?
Commode is the French term for a low chest of drawers, but it is also sometimes used to denote any case piece with a particularly intricate design. The commode dates to circa 1700 France, where it was used as an alternative to a taller cabinet piece so as to not obscure paneled, mirrored or tapestried walls. Coffers, or chests, which were large wooden boxes with hinged lids and sometimes stood on ball feet, preceded chests of drawers, a fashionable cabinet furnishing that garnered acclaim for its obvious storage potential and versatility. The term commode was also used to refer to a piece of bedroom furniture — a washstand or nightstand that contained a chamber pot.
As time passed, French and British furniture makers led the way in the production of chests of drawers, and features like the integration of bronze and ornamental pulls became commonplace. Antique French commodes in the Louis XV style were sometimes crafted in mahogany or walnut, while an Italian marble top added a sophisticated decorative flourish. This specific type of case piece grew in popularity in the years that followed.
So, what makes a chest of drawers different from a common dresser? Dressers are short, and chests of drawers are overall taller pieces of furniture that typically do not have room on the top for a mirror as most dressers do. Tallboys and highboys are variations of the dresser form. Some chests of drawers have one column of four to six long drawers or three long drawers in their bottom section that are topped by a cluster of small side-by-side drawers on the top. To further complicate things, we sometimes refer to particularly short chests of drawers as nightstands.
Even though chests of drawers are commonly thought of as bedroom furniture to store clothing, these are adaptable pieces. A chest of drawers can house important documents — think of your walnut Art Deco commode as an upgrade to your filing cabinet. Nestle your chest near your home’s front door to store coats and other outerwear, while the top can be a place to drop your handbag. Add some flair to your kitchen, where this lovable case piece can hold pots, pans and even cookbooks.
When shopping for the right chest of drawers for your home, there are a few key things to consider: What will you be storing in it? How big a chest will you need?
Speaking of size, don’t dream too big. If your space is on the smaller side, a more streamlined vintage mid-century modern chest of drawers, perhaps one designed by Paul McCobb or T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, may best suit your needs.
At 1stDibs, we make it easy to add style and storage to your home. Browse our collection of antique and vintage commodes and chests of drawers today.
Questions About Chest Of Drawers In Germany
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bachelor’s chest of drawers is a relatively short and shallow chest, usually with three or four drawers. The name refers to their historical use as multi-purpose, space-saving fixtures that are perfect for a bachelor sharing a friend’s flat. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique and modern bachelor’s chests from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A chest of drawers is also sometimes known as a dresser or a bureau. It is a cabinet with several parallel horizontal drawers stacked on top of one another. A chest of drawers is frequently used to store clothing and a variety of personal items. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify an antique chest of drawers, look inside and beneath drawers and on the back and bottom for any type of maker's marking. Researching these marks using trusted online resources may allow you to determine who produced your chest and roughly date your piece. If your chest is at least 100 years old, it is an antique. Should you be unable to locate the maker's marks, look at the hardware. Rose head nails, one-piece cast brass pommels on the drawer handles and circular rather than hexagonal bolts may all indicate that a piece is an antique. Keep in mind that hardware may have been replaced at some point and that there are many reproductions of antique furnishings. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer complete the identification process if you're unable to identify your chest via the maker's markings. Find a range of antique chests of drawers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A man’s chest of drawers is also known as a gentleman’s chest. It is characterized by its tall cabinet section that hangs clothes like suits and pants, and also features a column of drawers. Shop a collection of gentleman’s chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The first chest of drawers was invented by Chinese physician Hua Tuo during the 3rd century. In the west, chests of drawers began to appear during the 17th century and rose in popularity from there. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique chests of drawers from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A tall chest of drawers is known as a standard chest of drawers and also as a vertical chest. These are tall and narrow storage pieces. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage tall chests of drawers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A low chest of drawers is called a lowboy. A lowboy sits at waist height and was a prominent piece of bedroom furniture in the 18th century. These low chests of drawers were a clothing storage solution before tallboys and highboys came into fashion. On 1stDibs, there is a variety of antique and vintage low chests of drawers available for sale.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024What a large chest of drawers is called depends on its proportions. In the United States, a wide piece about waist-high is usually called a dresser. A tall, thin chest of drawers is typically referred to as a highboy. On 1stDibs, you can find a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary chests of drawers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A chest of drawers with a mirror attached is called a bureau. This type of case piece is usually waist-high with a mirror that rests on the top of the structure. They are mainly used in bedrooms. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 1, 2024Yes, there is a difference between a dresser and a chest of drawers. Dressers are short, and chests of drawers are overall taller pieces of furniture that typically do not have room on the top for a mirror as most dressers do.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This type of case piece was originally a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period.
Find antique and vintage dressers for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021Dressers are designed to offer a place for you to dress, with the top functioning as a table on which to place your clothing. It will offer space for a mirror, whereas chests of drawers are typically exactly that — they provide ample storage while taking up little floor space. A dresser is usually wide and short, while a chest of drawers is narrow and tall. Both types of furniture are commonly used to store clothing and other items in drawers. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary dressers and chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between a bureau, a chest of drawers and a dresser comes down to shape and function. Dressers and chests of drawers are both types of bedroom furniture that feature storage drawers. However, bureaus tend to be wider and shorter, while chests of drawers are narrower and taller. Often used for storage outside of bedrooms, bureaus are usually about the same height as dressers but are shorter than chests of drawers. Find a wide range of casegoods on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Yes, a chest of drawers can be used as a bedside table, provided that you have enough space beside your bed to accommodate it. If you want to be able to easily reach items on the top of the chest, choose a piece that is about 2 to 4 inches taller than your mattress. Shop a variety of bedroom furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between a dresser, a bureau and a chest of drawers is where you place these furnishings and their overall shapes and designs. Usually positioned in a bedroom, a dresser is a wide, low casegood consisting of two or more columns of drawers. When this type of furniture is placed in a living room, office, library or other space beyond the bedroom, people normally refer to it as a bureau. Another type of bedroom furnishing is a chest of drawers, which is a tall vertical column of drawers stacked one above the other. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of dressers, bureaus and chests of drawers.
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