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Danish Tall Boy

Danish Mid-Century Modern Tall High Boy Chest of 7 Drawers Dresser Cabinet
By Arne Vodder, Børge Mogensen
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish modern tall teak dresser high chest of seven drawers cabinet. Excellent original condition
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Biedermeier Semainier or Tallboy Chest on Chest of Flame Mahogany
Located in Austin, TX
A fine Danish semainier or tall boy (chest-on-chest) from the 19th century, featuring a Biedermeier
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Antique 19th Century Danish Biedermeier Cabinets

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Metal, Brass

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"Tall boy" chest of drawers by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, 1960's
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Brussels , BE
"Tall boy" Scandinavian teak chest of drawers by Kai Kristiansen. With a curved front, it opens
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Vintage 1960s Danish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Tall Boy Dresser by Poul Volther
By Poul Volther
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful Scandinavian modern tall boy dresser in teak designed by Poul Volther and
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers

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Teak

Danish Tall Boy Chest of Mahogany
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome Danish tall boy (semanier or chest-on-chest) featuring a Biedermeier-style design of
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Danish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Danish Tall Boy Chest of Mahogany
Danish Tall Boy Chest of Mahogany
H 62 in W 41 in D 21 in
Stunning Danish Tall Boy Chest by Nordisk Andels-Eksport, Denmark
By Nordisk Andels-Eksport
Located in South Charleston, WV
Tall modernist Danish modern design for your bedroom. Armoire. Produced in the 1960s Copenhagen
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Teak

Biedermeier Tallboy or Chest on Chest of Mahogany
Located in Austin, TX
A Danish tall boy (or chest-on-chest) featuring a Biedermeier-style design of flame-cut mahogany
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Antique 19th Century Danish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Danish Rosewood Tall Boy Dresser
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Danish rosewood tall boy dresser with 6 dovetail draws. In very nice condition and will look great
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Rosewood

Danish Rosewood Tall Boy Dresser
Danish Rosewood Tall Boy Dresser
H 45.75 in W 31.5 in D 17 in
Danish Modern Tall Boy Solid Teak Dresser
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful solid Danish teak dressers tall boy with six drawers nice clean condition circa 1980's
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20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Dressers

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Teak

Danish Modern Tall Boy Teak Dresser by VM Mobelfabrik
By VM Mobler
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful versatile Danish teak dresser tall boy multiple drawers nice clean condition circa 1980's
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers

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Teak

Pair of Danish Modern Tall Boy Dressers by VM Mobelfabrik
By VM Mobler
Located in San Diego, CA
Fabulous Pair of Danish teak dressers tall boy multiple drawers nice clean condition circa 1980's
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers

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Teak

Teak Tall Boy Cabinet, 1960s
By Pastoe
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very unusual size this Teak tall boy. Two Teak shelves one glass one. One cabinet with door, comes
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Teak

Teak Tall Boy Cabinet, 1960s
Teak Tall Boy Cabinet, 1960s
H 78.75 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in
1960s Danish Mahogany Tall Boy Chest of Drawers by Ole Wanscher
By Ole Wanscher
Located in London, GB
A superb and rare vintage Danish chest of drawers in mahogany, this was designed by Ole Wanscher
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

8 Drawer Teak and Brass "Tall boy" Lingerie Chest by Dyrlund / Denmark
By Dyrlund
Located in Buffalo, NY
8 Drawer Teak and Brass "Tall boy" Lingerie Chest by Dyrlund / Denmark,, Toggle brass pulls
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers

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Brass

Tall Boy Chest of Drawers by Poul M. Volther, FDB, Denmark, 1950s
By Poul Volther, FDB Møbler
Located in Hägersten, SE
Tall boy chest of drawers by Poul M. Volther. Produced in Denmark by FDB during the 1950s. Teak
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers

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Maple, Oak, Teak

1960s Danish Mahogany Tall Boy Chest of Drawers by Søborg Møbelfabrik Midcentury
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
This wonderful tall boy chest of drawers dating from the 1960s was produced by Søborg Møbelfabrik
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Børge Mogensen Tall Boy Chest, 1950s
By Børge Mogensen, Soborg Mobler
Located in Handewitt, DE
Large chest of drawers in teak by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbler 1950s. Base in solid oak. 7 drawers. Rarely offered model. Measures : H. 145 cm / W. 100 cm / D. 46 cm.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak, Teak

Børge Mogensen Tall Boy Chest, 1950s
Børge Mogensen Tall Boy Chest, 1950s
H 57.09 in W 39.38 in D 18.12 in
Mid Century Modern Tall Boy Teak Dresser by Austinsuite Danish Style
By Austinsuite
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful tall boy dresser made by renowned British cabinet maker Austinsuite. The beautifaul
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Teak

Børge Mogensen, “Tall Boy” for Søborg Møbelfabrik
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Munster, NRW
the front and surprises with its oversized measurements compared to others Danish Tall Boys, making it
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Teak Tall Boy Dresser by Homeworthy Vintage Danish Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful and stylish mid century tall boy dresser by British furniture maker Homeworthy
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Teak

Tall Boy Slim Sled-Based 5-Drawer Dresser by Durable Suites, Denmark, c. 1970's
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a rare and versatile tall-boy five-drawer dresser made by Durable Suites in Denmark in
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Teak

Børge Mogensen, Tall Boy for P. Lauritsen & Son
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
, Denmark model BM64.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Børge Mogensen, Tall Boy for P. Lauritsen & Son
Børge Mogensen, Tall Boy for P. Lauritsen & Son
H 48.43 in W 27.56 in D 19.69 in
Mid-Century Modern Teak Vintage Tall Boy Dresser by G Plan Danish Style
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautifully designed & crafted large 1970s teak tallboy chest of six drawers designed by VB Wilkins for G-Plan of Great Britain, designed as part of the popular 'Fresco' range D...
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Teak

Beautiful Mid-Century Tall Boy Dresser by Poul Volther
By FDB Møbler, Poul Volther
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful 1950s vintage teak chest of six drawers by Poul M. Volther for FDB Mobler Denmark. Both
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Wood

Ib Kofod Larsen Tall Boy / Seven Drawer Dresser in Teak for J. Clausen & Son
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Deland, FL
As rare as it is aesthetically pleasing this dresser by J. Clausen & Son Brande Mobelfabrik is the epitome of functional art. The details on this piece are exceptional with inset pul...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers

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Teak

Danish Modern Rosewood Tallboy Dresser, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Rosewood/Palisander Tall Boy Dresser, 1960s. Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern tall
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

Danish Modern Rosewood Tallboy Dresser, 1960s.
Danish Modern Rosewood Tallboy Dresser, 1960s.
H 41.74 in W 31.11 in D 15.56 in
1960s Danish Vintage Teak Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A smart and stylish Danish vintage tall boy chest in teak, this dates from the 1960s-1970s. It’s a
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

J Clausen for Brande Mobelfabrik Danish Modern Chest of Drawers
By Brande Møbelfabrik, Jorgen Clausen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
J Clausen for Brande Mobelfabrik Danish Modern Gentleman’s Chest or Tall Boy. Top sits on bottom
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers

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Wood

Danish Tall Boy or Gentleman's Cabinet by Cado
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Handsome midcentury Cabinet with great dimensions. The teak wood has a nice warmth and in wonderful condition. The shallow depth makes this a great space saving piece. The width is t...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak, Wood

8 Drawer Danish Teak Tall Boy Dresser
By Arne Vodder
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Unique and extra tall Danish teak tall boy dresser. Dresser is exceptionally clean and all original
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers

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Teak

8 Drawer Danish Teak Tall Boy Dresser
8 Drawer Danish Teak Tall Boy Dresser
H 52 in W 31.5 in D 15.5 in
Mid Century Modern Teak Danish Style Tall Boy Dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful and stylish tall boy dresser featuring 6 good sized drawers with stunning handles. This
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Early 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Teak

Beautiful Mid-century Danish Teak Dresser Chest of Drawers Tall Boy
By Maurice Villency, Arne Vodder, Falster Møbelfabrik
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Wonderful teak wood tall boy gentleman's chest featuring 12 drawers total. Left side having
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

60s Danish Teak Drawer Cabinet Dresser / Tall Boy in the Manner of Ynvge Ekstöm
By Yngve Ekström, Treman
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Tall five drawer cabinet / dresser / tall boy in teak and beech manufactured by Treman in Denmark
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers

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Teak, Beech

Børge Mogensen, Tall Boy for P. Lauritsen & Son, 1957
By P. Lauritsen & Son 1, Børge Mogensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
of brass. Designed by Børge Mogensen 1957, manufactured by cabinetmaker P. Lauritsen & Son, Denmark
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Danish Mid Century Modern Tall Boy Dresser
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Teak Danish mid century modern tall boy dresser with six pull out drawers and one locking top
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Teak

Vintage Danish Midcentury Tall Boy Dresser, 012331
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Danish Mid-Century Modern, made in the 1950s - recently refurbished. These pieces are
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Teak

Original tall boy in teak by Børge Mogensen, Denmark.
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Tall boy or chest of drawers in teak and brass. Designed around 1957 by Børge Mogensen and
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Danish Modern Oak Tall Boy Dresser Chest of Drawers
Located in Vancouver, BC
Danish oak dresser with six drawers dating from the 60”²s. Clean, linear design to this handsome
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers

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Oak

Exceptional Rosewood Danish Modern Tall Boy Dresser Chest of Drawers
Located in Vancouver, BC
Stunning Danish rosewood dresser with seven drawers dating from the 60's. The finish and the grain
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Vintage Danish Mid Century Westergaard Tall Boy Teak Dresser- 022444
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Danish mid-century modern, made in the 1950's - Recently refurbished The piece is more
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Teak

Tall Vintage Danish Mid Century High Boy Teak Dresser "21035"
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Danish Mid-Century Modern, made in the 1950's - Recently refurbished There is a science
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Teak

Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Tall Boy Dresser By Vinde Mobelfabrik
By Vinde Møbelfabrik
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a teak tall boy dresser with 5 drawers by Vinde Mobelfabrik. Made in Denmark. Original
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Teak

Vintage Tall Boy Dresser by Svend Lankielde
By Svend Langkilde
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1960s rosewood chest of drawers. This Danish dresser is in like new condition. Of
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers

Vintage Tall Boy Dresser by Svend Lankielde
Vintage Tall Boy Dresser by Svend Lankielde
H 42.75 in W 35.25 in D 17.5 in
Six Drawer Teak Tallboy Dresser
Located in Vancouver, BC
Sleek, Danish modern tall boy chest of drawers or highboy dresser in teak. Dating from the 60′
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Vintage 1960s Danish Dressers

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Wood

Six Drawer Teak Tallboy Dresser
Six Drawer Teak Tallboy Dresser
H 46 in W 28 in D 16 in
Striking Rosewood Highboy Dresser
Located in Vancouver, BC
Fantastic, Danish rosewood tall boy or high boy chest of drawers or dresser. Piece has six drawers
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers

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Rosewood

Striking Rosewood Highboy Dresser
Striking Rosewood Highboy Dresser
H 40.5 in W 39.5 in D 18 in
Borge Mogensen Pair of Danish Teak Tall Boys
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Plymouth, MA
Rare matched set of Danish teak tall boy dressers from by Borge Mogensen. Each dresser has seven
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Teak

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Jack Cartwright for Founders Tall Dresser, 2 Available
By Founders Furniture Company, Jack Cartwright
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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Located in Fayetteville, AR
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1960's Danish Teak Highboy Chest Dresser With Carved Oval Recessed Pulls
By Kai Kristiansen, Poul Volther, Børge Mogensen
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Just look at the matched pattern grain drawer fronts on this early Danish highboy. The fiery cathedrals cover all 7-drawers and showcase the use of the natural elements to compliment...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers

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Teak, Pine

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By Last Workshop
Located in Chicago, IL
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Danish Mid Century Teak Highboy Dresser
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
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Danish Mid Century Teak Highboy Dresser
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Danish Tall Boy For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal Danish tall boy for your home. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and teak, every Danish tall boy was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a Danish tall boy — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each Danish tall boy bearing Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one Danish tall boy that is appealing in its simplicity, but Børge Mogensen, Cado and Nordisk Andels-Eksport produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Danish Tall Boy?

A Danish tall boy can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,373, while the lowest priced sells for $1,175 and the highest can go for as much as $12,282.

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 Danish Tall Boy
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A tall boy is a piece of furniture that features a wardrobe on top. A tall boy should not be confused with a highboy which is a tall chest of drawers.

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