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Asian Carved Wooden Chest on Wheels
Located in Marseille, FR
Huge Asian carved wooden chest on wheels with a height of 100 cm for a size of 168 cm by 74 cm
Category

Mid-20th Century Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

Asian Carved Wooden Chest on Wheels
Asian Carved Wooden Chest on Wheels
H 39.38 in W 66.15 in D 29.14 in
Indonesian Madurese 19th Century Polychrome Merchant's Blanket Chest on Wheels
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indonesian 19th century merchant's blanket chest on wheels from Madura, with hand-painted and
Category

Antique 19th Century Indonesian Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

19th C. English Mahogany Marquetry Inlaid & Mirrored Top Blanket Chest on Wheels
Located in Germantown, MD
An exceptional late 19th Century Mahogany Inlaid and Mirrored Top Blanket Chest on Wheels. Measures
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass

Large Indian Storage Chest on Wheels
Located in Chicago, IL
wheels. These chests were used to hold blankets and other valuables. The small upper door could be locked
Category

Early 20th Century Blanket Chests

Materials

Teak

Large Indian Storage Chest on Wheels
Large Indian Storage Chest on Wheels
H 41.75 in W 58.25 in D 33.5 in
Merchant's Chest on wheels in carved and painted wood - Madura Indonesia 19th
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very pretty blanket chest on wheels for an Indonesian merchant from the end of the 19th century
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Indonesian Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

Pair Of 1950s T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Chests For John Stuart
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of 1950s T.H. Robsjohn - Gibbings for John Stuart chests, on wheels. Needs refinishing.
Category

Vintage 1950s Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Teak sawing Trolly Dutch 1960s
By Pastoe
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice sawing chest on wheels. Great condition and very useful. Nightstand, small cabinet. Lots
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Teak sawing Trolly Dutch 1960s
Teak sawing Trolly Dutch 1960s
H 23.82 in W 23.23 in D 14.18 in
Large Antique Teak Wood Blanket Chest Mounted on Wheels with Iron Nailheads
Located in Yonkers, NY
A large antique teak wood partitioned blanket chest on wheels with iron hardware. Created during
Category

Early 20th Century Javanese Furniture

Materials

Iron

Vintage Solid Pine Blanket Chest on Steel Wheels and Working Lock
Located in Germantown, MD
A 1960s vintage blanket chest in solid pine and steel wheels. Solid wood handles on both sides
Category

Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Blanket Chests

Materials

Steel

Campaign Chest of Drawers, Wrapped Brass on Wheels, American, 1940s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
gradually getting large in size. Chest is on Wheels. Wrapped on all edges with brass and original brass
Category

Vintage 1940s North American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Antique Edwardian Walnut Chest of Drawers on Wheels, circa 1920s
Located in Germantown, MD
Antique Edwardian 4 drawer chest of drawers. On original wheels for easy handling. Original wooden
Category

Early 20th Century American Edwardian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Early American Red Pine Chest of Drawers on Wheels
Located in Germantown, MD
19th century early American red pine chest of drawers on wheels with pegged joints drawers. Good
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American American Colonial Commodes and Chests ...

Materials

Hardwood, Pine

Japanese Meiji 19th Century Kuruma Tansu Lacquered Chest with Safe on Wheels
Located in Yonkers, NY
. Mounted on four sturdy wheels, this versatile chest was originally designed for merchants who needed to
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Orange Industrial Metal Side Table on Wheels
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
construction ensures long-lasting use, while the smooth-rolling caster wheels provide effortless mobility
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Orange Industrial Metal Side Table on Wheels
Orange Industrial Metal Side Table on Wheels
H 20.08 in W 16.15 in D 16.15 in
19th Century Elm Box on Wheels This is a good elm box
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
19th Century Elm Box on Wheels This is a good elm box it has been set on small legs with wooden
Category

Antique Early 1800s Country Blanket Chests

Materials

Elm

Refinished Early American Steamers Dome Top Pine and iron Blanket Chest Trunk
Located in Germantown, MD
Chest Trunk on wheels and lined with American Colonial scenes textile. Great for Blanket andnother
Category

Early 20th Century American American Colonial Blanket Chests

Materials

Iron

Pair of Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb 3 Drawer Chests
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Hanover, MA
sides as well as inside. Each chest sits on four hidden wheels. Price is for the pair. See our separate
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Maple, Walnut

Japanese Meiji Period Late 19th Century Merchant's Chest Mounted on Wheels
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese Meiji period merchant's chest from the late 19th century, with wheels, sliding doors and
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Pair of Gibbings Widdicomb Solid Brass Ring Drop Pulls Bachelor Chests Dressers
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Gibbings Widdicomb Solid Brass Ring Drop Pulls Bachelor Chests Dressers on Wheels.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Glass, Painted wood & Chrome Plated Metal 1990s desk by Gallotti e Radice
By Gallotti & Radice
Located in Varese, Lombardia
plated metal. Minimal and elegant Desk with chest of drawers on wheels in white lacquered wood, thick
Category

1990s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Large Teak Wood Early 19th Century Dowry Chest on Four Wooden Wheels
Located in Houston, TX
This chest was custom-made for a wealthy landlord and is reinforced with hand beaten iron bars
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Indian More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture

Materials

Wood

Large Teak Wood Early 19th Century Dowry Chest
Located in Houston, TX
chest is on original four wheels. Made by using mortison and tennon joints. Retains the original hand
Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Furniture

Milo Baughman for Directional Desk Annex Console Table, USA, 1960s
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Maastricht, NL
A Milo Baughman desk annex console table, with a free standing chest of drawers on wheels, for
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century Danish Teak Blanket Storage Chest on Wheels
Located in Countryside, IL
Mid century Danish teak blanket storage chest on wheels. This chest measures: 41 wide x 19.5
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Blanket Chests

Materials

Teak

19th Century Antique Ornate Norway Pine Blanket Cedar Chest on Wheels
Located in Germantown, MD
19th century antique Ornate Norway Pine wood / Red pine wood Blanket Cedar Chest on Wheels. Key non
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American American Colonial Blanket Chests

Materials

Metal

19thc Indian Chest on Wheels
Located in Water Mill, NY
19thc Indian Wood and Iron Strap Chest on Wooden Wheels with Handles...with Great Green Patina
Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass, Iron

19thc Indian Chest on Wheels
19thc Indian Chest on Wheels
H 36 in W 47 in D 27 in
Mid-20th Century Teak Chest on Wheels from Java. Original Color and Hardware.
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Mid-20th century teak chest on wheels from Java. Original color and hardware. Measures: 56" wide x
Category

Mid-20th Century Javanese Rustic Blanket Chests

Materials

Teak, Paint

1920s Belgian Wooden Chest on Wheels
Located in High Point, NC
Made in France circa 1920, this wooden chest is sturdily constructed from wooden boards, reinforced
Category

Vintage 1920s Belgian Rustic Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal

1920s Belgian Wooden Chest on Wheels
1920s Belgian Wooden Chest on Wheels
H 22 in W 28.7 in D 23 in
Stunning Large Indian Carved Wood Travelling Trunk Chest on Wheels Handmade
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
These chests are very rare especially with the original wheels still rolling although not very well, the
Category

20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Blanket Chests

Materials

Hardwood

Swedish Handmade Midcentury Chest
Located in London, GB
Lovely handcrafted Swedish chest on wheels. Vivid Santos with wonderful grain features. The
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Rosewood

Swedish Handmade Midcentury Chest
Swedish Handmade Midcentury Chest
H 21.26 in W 23.23 in D 15.36 in
Dentist Tool Chest
Located in Chicago, IL
Dentist Tool Chest on Wheels with Rotating Top
Category

Vintage 1950s French Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Marble, Metal

Dentist Tool Chest
Dentist Tool Chest
H 33.5 in Dm 29 in
Japanese Meiji Period Late 19th Century Merchant's Chest with Safe on Wheels
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese Meiji period merchant's chest on wheels from the late 19th century, with safe and iron
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Modern Lane Furniture Cedar Blanket Chest Bench on Wheels
By Lane Furniture
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a Mid-Century Modern cedar blanket chest or bench on wheels by Lane Furniture. It is
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Blanket Chests

Materials

Cedar

Mid-Century Modern Lane Furniture Cedar Blanket Chest Bench on Wheels
By Lane Furniture
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a Mid-Century Modern cedar blanket chest or bench on wheels by Lane Furniture. It is
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Blanket Chests

Materials

Cedar

Vintage Industrial Iron Chest of Drawers on Wheels, 1950s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage industrial iron chest of drawers was made during the 1950s. It features an iron
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Vintage Industrial Iron Chest of Drawers on Wheels, 1950s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage industrial iron chest of drawers was made during the 1950s. It features an iron
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Vintage Industrial Iron Chest of Drawers on Wheels, 1950s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage industrial iron chest of drawers was made during the 1950s. It features an iron
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Vintage Green Industrial Iron Chest of Drawers on Wheels, 1950s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage Industrial iron chest of drawers was made in former Czechoslovakla during the 1950s
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Vintage Green Industrial Iron Chest of Drawers on Wheels, 1950s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage Industrial iron chest of drawers was made in former Czechoslovakla during the 1950s
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Vintage Green Industrial Iron Chest of Drawers on Wheels, 1950s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage Industrial iron chest of drawers was made during the 1950s. It features an iron
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal, Iron

Antique Grobog Trunk on Wheels, 19th Century
Located in Austin, TX
From Central Java, this dark teak chest has mortise and tenon joinery, an undulating skirt, heavy
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Javanese Blanket Chests

Materials

Teak

Lovely Antique Golden Hardwood Victorian Two over Two Chest of Drawers on Wheels
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
chest of drawers with wheels A very well made and decorative piece, it’s a nice size and can be used
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Hardwood

Italian Office Drawer on Wheels, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Office drawer on wheels, 1960s Office cabinet with drawers, dating to the seventies. Perfect below
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Italian Office Drawer on Wheels, 1960s
Italian Office Drawer on Wheels, 1960s
H 23.63 in W 16.15 in D 17.72 in
18th Century Oak and Metal Bound Trunk on Wheels
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
. Mounted on original wheels, held in place with pins. Lid opens to a plain interior fitted with a candle
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Danish Baroque Revival Blanket Chests

Materials

Oak

Strong Victorian Pine Blanket Box set on Wheels This is a good heavy piece
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Strong Victorian Pine Blanket Box set on Wheels This is a good heavy quality pine box it has been
Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Blanket Chests

Materials

Pine

18th Century Anglo-Indian Damchiya Dowry Chest
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rustic 18th century Indian Damchiya dowry hope chest sitting on Primitive wheels and featuring iron
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Blanket Chests

Materials

Iron

1920s French Wooden Chest on Cast Iron Wheels
Located in High Point, NC
Made in France circa 1920, this wooden chest is sturdily constructed from wooden boards, reinforced
Category

Vintage 1920s French Industrial Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Iron

20th Century French Oak Workshop Chest of Drawers, 1920
Located in LEGNY, FR
Very nice 20th century French oak workshop chest of drawers on wheels from the 1920s. Good
Category

Mid-20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Chest of Drawers Model 4602 by Simon Fussell for Kartell, 1970s
By Kartell, Simon Fussel
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
. This modular green plastic chest of drawers on wheels has a simple but ingenious design. Each drawers
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Plastic

Chest Trunk Ottoman Coffee Side Table on Wheels Internal Storage Industrial
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very cool industrial trunk or chest with wheels to use as a
Category

20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Italian modern red plastic modular 4602 drawers by Simon Fussel for Kartell 1970
By Kartell, Simon Fussel
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern modular red plastic 4602 chest of drawers on wheels by Simon Fussel for Kartell
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Plastic

Midcentury Cedar Storage Bench from Lane Furniture
By Lane Furniture
Located in Trenton, NJ
Introducing the Mid-Century Modern Lane Furniture Cedar Blanket Chest Bench on Wheels, a stylish
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Antique Javanese Teak Grobog Blanket Chest on Wheels
Located in Centennial, CO
From Java (Indonesia) early 1900s, this dark teak chest has beautiful mortise and tenon joinery, a
Category

Early 20th Century Indonesian Rustic Blanket Chests

Materials

Iron

19th C. German Neurenberg Cast Iron Strong Box or Ammunition Chest on Wheels
Located in Haarlem, NL
A rare amazing heavy (25+ kilos) handmade German Neurenberg war ammunition or treasure chest on
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century German Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron

Indian Antique Damachiya Dowry Chest on Wheels with Hand-Carved Panels
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Indian Damachiya dowry cabinet on wheels with carved panels, turned finials and petite
Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Cabinets

Materials

Wood

19th Century German Cast Iron Strong Box or Ammunition Chest on Wheels
Located in Haarlem, NL
A rare amazing petite very heavy (25 kilos) German war or treasure chest from the first half of the
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century German Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Vintage Industrial Iron Chest of Drawers on Wheels, 1950s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage industrial iron chest of drawers was made during the 1950s. It features an iron
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Large Vintage Mail Cart on Wheels
Located in Sheffield, MA
casters. These were used for moving or sorting mail. Can be wonderful as laundry basket, toy chest or
Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Blanket Chests

Materials

Metal

Large Vintage Mail Cart on Wheels
Large Vintage Mail Cart on Wheels
H 28.25 in W 30 in D 19.5 in
Dutch Colonial Indonesian Painted Trunk on Wheels
Located in San Marino, CA
smaller keepsakes. The chest is also on wheels so it could be moved quickly in case of fire.
Category

Antique 1890s Indonesian Folk Art Blanket Chests

Materials

Teak

1920s French Wooden Cabinet on Wheels
Located in High Point, NC
A metal cabinet on wheels from France, produced circa 1920. Appearing like an artefact from a
Category

Vintage 1920s French Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

1920s French Wooden Cabinet on Wheels
1920s French Wooden Cabinet on Wheels
H 40.2 in W 39.4 in D 17.7 in
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Chest On Wheels For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of chest on wheels available for sale. Frequently made of wood, metal and iron, all chest on wheels available were constructed with great care. Chest on wheels have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Chest on wheels are generally popular furniture pieces, but Industrial, Mid-Century Modern and Folk Art styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many chest on wheels are appealing in their simplicity, but Lane Furniture, Pierre Guariche and Les Huchers-Minvielle produced popular chest on wheels that are worth a look.

How Much are Chest On Wheels?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,837, while they’re typically $284 on the low end and $12,000 highest priced.

Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You

Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially 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. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.

Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About Chest On Wheels
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A casino wheel is a round spinning object used for various games of chance. They get their name from the fact that you usually find them in casinos. The most common type of casino wheel is the roulette wheel. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of casino wheels.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Ship’s wheels are usually made from wood, and often feature eight or six spokes with curved handles to allow for comfortable adjustment of the wheel. The center hub of the wheel may feature a metal, usually brass, plate for enhanced durability. Take a look on 1stDibs for an array of antique ship’s wheels.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A table with wheels is often called a tea trolley, tea cart or bar cart. Bar carts as we know them were originally tea trolleys, a modest-sized table on wheels, sometimes featuring both an upper and lower shelf to help facilitate tea service during the Victorian era in England. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary carts and bar carts from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, you can generally put wheels on a bookcase. However, the wheels that you choose must be strong enough to support both the weight of the bookcase and the total weight of all the books you intend to store on it. As a result, industrial-strength metal casters are usually the best option for the job. You'll find a large collection of bookcases on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A high-wheel bicycle is called a pennyfarthing, but can also be called a high wheel, high wheeler or ordinary bicycle. The pennyfarthing was actually the first design to be called a “bicycle”. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of pennyfarthing-inspired art, from paintings and sculptures to jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Traditional spinning wheels are often referred to as Saxony Spinning Wheels, but there are some other models that have developed and are used today. These other spinning wheel configurations are the Great Wheel, Castle Wheel, Norwegian Wheel, Modern Wheel and Charkha Wheel. Shop a collection of antique and modern spinning wheels from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    It is generally accepted that Thomas E. Warren invented the office chair. Although sketches dating back to the early 16th century of a rolling chair on wheels have been located, Warren was the one to unveil the first-ever commercially successful rolling chair. Called the Centripetal Spring Armchair, the piece debuted at the 1851 Great Exhibition in London. The American Chair Company in Troy, New York, manufactured the chair. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of office chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A dower chest — also called a dowry chest or hope chest — is a Pennsylvania Dutch chest, a piece of furniture traditionally used by young women to store items in anticipation of married life. Find a collection of antique and vintage dowry chests on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A demilune chest is a type of case good furniture that features a straight back and a curved front. Most feature rows of drawers, cabinet doors or a mix of the two types of storage. Demilune comes from the French word for half moon and refers to the shape of the chests. Shop a range of demilune chests on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2019

    A bachelor’s chest is a low chest of drawers. Its name comes from the fact that it was originally designed to provide multipurpose storage for a single man with a small living space.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    A military chest is a chest of drawers made of hardwood like mahogany, teak or cedar. Also called a campaign chest, the furniture usually comes apart into smaller pieces for easy carrying. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of military chests.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A sea chest, typically seen onboard ships, is a storage chest for a sailor’s personal property. The first known sea chest was used in 1613. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of authentic sea chests from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A sugar chest is a chest, typically made of wood and featuring legs, that was designed to hold sugar in the late 1700s to early 1800s, when sugar was very valuable. Sugar chests would feature a lock to keep this sweet sign of wealth secure, and featured sections inside to separate light and dark sugars. Shop a range of antique sugar chests on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    Tansu refers to Japanese portable storage chests. When tansu became a well-known feature of life in Japan — the chests’ emergence is said to be rooted in the Genroku era of the Edo period (1688–1704) — the country’s traditionally minimalist households had little to no proper seats, tables, or other pieces of furniture. Tansu were intended to be multipurpose cabinets. These case pieces were used to store things of everyday utility, such as clothing and various personal items. Tansu are regarded as collectible furniture with a timeless appeal. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary Tansu from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A gentleman's chest is a piece of wooden storage furniture with at least one section large enough to accommodate hanging men's clothing like ties, suits and dress pants. Normally, drawers appear beside and below the hanging cabinet. Find a range of gentleman's chests on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A bonnet chest is a chest of drawers that has a space for hats. Typically, this larger drawer or area is in the center space and toward the top. Bonnet chests get their name for their function not their shape, as there is no one standard shape for a bonnet chest. Shop a collection of vintage and antique furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

    A bombe chest is a set of drawers that bulges outward in the front and on the sides. The style, whose name comes from French word bombé, meaning “curved,” originated in  17th-century France.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A door chest is a small cabinet with shelves and is used for storage. They are usually found in bedrooms and living rooms to provide a little extra storage. Shop for a range of antique and vintage door chests on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    A campaign chest is a chest of drawers that breaks down into smaller pieces for easier transport. Some people refer to this type of case furniture as a military chest. Although mobile furniture for military campaigns dates back to the Romans, the British Army in its global conquests in the 18th and 19th centuries defined the style we know as campaign furniture with sturdy and elegant pieces. Find a selection of campaign chests on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A mule chest is a low chest that has a drawer or a set of drawers at its base and a hinged top. It stands on legs or brackets and it is usually wider than it is deep. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary mule chests from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

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