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20th Century Inlaid Wood Marble Top Louis XV Style French Commode, 1960s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
excellent quality. Wavy and rounded chest of drawers, with beautiful lines and pleasant furnishings, ideal
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Vintage 1960s French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

Pair of neoclassical Italian chests of drawers in inlaid wood, XVIII century
Located in Vicenza, IT
is visible in Maggiolini's first works, namely rounded chests of drawers with high carved legs and
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Dr...

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Antique half-round Empire chest of drawers, mahogany, around 1810
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique half-round Empire chest of drawers, mahogany, around 1810 Semi-circular body, one door in
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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Neoclassical Chest of Drawers, Scandinavia, around 1800
Located in Greding, DE
on fluted cut-out feet. The drawer fronts are decorated with rounded panels. The chest of drawers was
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Antique Early 1800s Swedish Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Early 19th C. English Mahogany Chest with Rounded Columnar Corners & 5 Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Early 19th Century English Mahogany Chest with Rounded Columnar Corners & 5 Drawers
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Antique Early 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Russel Wright Solid Maple Art Deco Round Pulls 4 Deep Drawers High Chest Dresser
By Russel Wright, Conant Ball
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern solid maple four drawers high chest dresser.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Maple

Pair of Mid-Century Blond Four Drawer Chests with Round Brass Hardware
By Brown Saltman, Paul Frankl
Located in St. Louis, MO
Nice pair of Mid-Century Modern bleached mahogany four drawer bachelors chests with round brass
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Pair of Cerused Limed Oak Three-Drawer Bachelor Chests with Round Brass
By Jay Spectre
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern cerused oak 3 drawer bachelor chests with nice solid brass round accents
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

MidCentury Goatskin Italian Commodes and Chest of Drawer, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
has a very particular design, its rounded shape allows the chest of drawers to be positioned both
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Small Sheraton Period Satinwood Half Round Commode
Located in London, GB
satinwood crossbanded half-round top above 2 central drawers retaining original handles, flanked by
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Antique Late 18th Century English Sheraton Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Satinwood

Stunning Dutch Louis XV checkerboard inlay chest of drawers
By Horrix
Located in Den Haag, NL
round chest of drawers, with beautiful lines , very attractive piece .
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Louis XV Cupboards

Materials

Marble

Modern Minimalist Round Dining Table by Atelier Bachmann, 2019
By Fritz Grospietsch, Andreas Bachmann, Atelier Bachmann
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful round table designed by Yuzo Bachmann for Atelier Bachmann, handcrafted in Germany, 2019
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21st Century and Contemporary German Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Plywood

French 1890s Louis XVI Style Three-Drawer Commode with Rounded Fluted Side Posts
Located in Atlanta, GA
two larger ones), all fitted with linear brass hardware. Flanked with rounded side posts, the chest is
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Lacquered Light Blue Chest of Three Drawers with Round Gold Pulls
By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home
Located in Greenwich, CT
Chest of three drawers (dresser, bedside, hall table) lacquered light blue. Drawer faces finished
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2010s American Modern Dressers

Materials

Brass

Italian Inspired 1970s Style Rounded Chest of Drawers
By Paul Marra
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paul Marra Italian-Inspired 1970s Style Rounded Chest of Drawers. Bleached maple with starburst
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and C...

Materials

Maple

Early 18th Century Walnut Chest on Chest
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Antique chest on chest made of book matched walnut with banding round the drawers. This chest of
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier British Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Torpedo Chest
By Gaisbauer
Located in Westport, CT
A round chest of drawers by Gaisbauer. One example immediately available as shown in oiled oak
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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Torpedo Chest
Torpedo Chest
H 48 in W 14 in D 14 in
Round Chest of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Whimsical and brilliantly executed, this chest of drawers in the round is a work of art! Oui, we
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Vintage 1940s French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Round Chest of Drawers
Round Chest of Drawers
H 54.25 in Dm 29.5 in
Biedeimeir Style Round Chest of Drawers
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
A beautiful case piece with a single drawer and storage below.
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20th Century Unknown Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Satinwood

Rounded Chest of Drawers in Fake Crocodile Leather, 1980s
By Lam Lee Group
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Faux crocodile leather chest of drawers by Lam Lee Group, 1980s. Packaging with bubble wrap and
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Vintage 1980s Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Resin, Wood, Lacquer

Wooden Chest of Drawers, Second Half of the 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Rounded chest of drawers with four drawers. Decorated with metal handles and animal feet.
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20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

French Style Chest of Drawers, Second Half of the 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
French style rounded chest of drawers. Made of two dark colour wooden drawers and pink marble
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20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Chest of Drawers, Italy, Early 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Chest of drawers is a modern furniture item realized in early 20th century Rounded chest of
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Early 20th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Chest of Drawers, Italy, Early 20th Century
Chest of Drawers, Italy, Early 20th Century
H 32.88 in W 16.93 in D 33.47 in
19th Century English Oak Chest of Drawers, Two over Three Drawers, on Round Feet
Located in Savannah, GA
19th century English oak chest of drawers, two over three drawers, on round feet.
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Pair of Cerused Wood Chests Featuring Round Polished Nickel Pulls
By American of Martinsville
Located in New York, NY
Pair of cerused wood chests featuring round polished nickel pulls by American of Martinsville.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Nickel

Teak Chest of Drawers with Round Handles and Adjustable Legs
Located in Oirlo, LI
This teak cabinet has 3 spacious drawers in which you can store a lot. The cabinet is made in
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Teak

Chest of Drawers from Veneto
Located in Milano, IT
An elegant walnut chest of drawers, rounded serpentine front and sides. Two drawers and two doors
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Antique 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cherry, Poplar, Walnut

Chest of Drawers from Veneto
Chest of Drawers from Veneto
H 37.01 in W 72.25 in D 23.04 in
Teak Danish Design Chest of Drawers, 1960s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Danish design chest of drawers with 6 drawers. Made of teak wood with beautiful round handles. This
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Teak Danish Design Chest of Drawers, 1960s
Teak Danish Design Chest of Drawers, 1960s
H 44.49 in W 27.17 in D 16.93 in
Danish Teak Chest of Drawers, 1960's
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Danish design teak chest of drawers with 6 drawers. Made of teak wood with beautiful round handles
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Teak

Danish Teak Chest of Drawers, 1960's
Danish Teak Chest of Drawers, 1960's
H 41.34 in W 27.17 in D 16.54 in
Restoration French Chest of Drawers in Walnut
Located in Prato, Tuscany
majesty and become lighter and more rounded, our chest of drawers is a characteristic example. France
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Antique Early 19th Century French Restauration Commodes and Chests of Dr...

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Walnut

Restoration French Chest of Drawers in Walnut
Restoration French Chest of Drawers in Walnut
H 35.44 in W 43.71 in D 23.63 in
Antique Chest of Drawers, English, Regency, Mahogany, Chest, Early 19th Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
, locks untested as key absent Raised on bracket feet all round This is an antique chest of drawers
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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Art Deco Chest of Drawers, France, circa 1920
Located in Greding, DE
elements and round handles. The chest of drawers has been professionally restored and hand polished.
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Chest of Drawers, France, circa 1920
Art Deco Chest of Drawers, France, circa 1920
H 31.11 in W 27.56 in L 31.11 in
Large Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
all the drawer fronts and on the rounded corners. This chest of drawers has plenty of character and
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Antique 1860s British Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Louis Philippe Chests of Drawers, Italy, Mid-19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Walnut chests standing on rounded feet with three drawers and a slightly flared and profiled edge
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Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of D...

Materials

Walnut

Louis Seize Chest of Drawers, Dresden, Saxony circa 1780
Located in Greding, DE
decorations and gives the chest of drawers its unique character. The bronze fittings on the front round off
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Antique 1780s German Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Mahogany Chest of Drawers, English, Georgian, Revival, Mid-20th Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a mahogany chest of drawers, an English, Georgian revival chest crafted in the mid-20th
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Mid-20th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Broad Chest of Drawers, English, Georgian, Revival, Mahogany, 20th Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a broad chest of drawers, an English, Georgian revival, mahogany chest crafted in the mid
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20th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Georgian Chest of Drawers, English, Walnut, 18th Century, circa 1750
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Raised on bracket feet all round A superior antique Georgian chest of drawers. Solid joints and
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Pair of 19th Century Tall Chests with Round Posts
Located in Chicago, IL
This pair of 19th Century tall chests is made from Elm Wood and has a drawer and round posts. Made
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

English Pine Georgian Early 20th Century Petite Chest of Drawers, Natural Finish
Located in Atlanta, GA
. This English pine chest of drawers from circa 1930 features a simple, clean profile. The rectangular
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Early 20th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Pine

Miniature Mahogany Serpentine Three Drawer Chest with Round Brass Pulls
Located in Milford, NH
conforming top edge, round brass pulls and carved ogee feet. Would make a great jewelry chest. Dates to the
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20th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Spanish Painted Gray Two Drawer Chests with Round Ring Pulls and Vintage Marble
Located in Houston, TX
This is one of a pair of chests that were made from old buffets and chests and painted a fine
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Vanity with Round Mirror
Located in New York, NY
Antique mahogany vanity with round mirror, six drawers and glass shelf..
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Art Deco Vanity with Round Mirror
Art Deco Vanity with Round Mirror
H 59 in W 54 in D 17 in
Midcentury Round Maple Wood Commodes, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
-kind dresser. The dresser consists of four drawers, positioned two by two side by side. The top is
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Round Maple Wood Commodes, 1980
Midcentury Round Maple Wood Commodes, 1980
H 31.11 in W 70.87 in D 17.72 in
Chinese Round-Corner Console with Medallion Profile
Located in Chicago, IL
Looks can be deceiving, though it may appear to be a chest of drawers, below the overhanging top
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20th Century Chinese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Poplar

Japanese 2 Piece Tansu with Round Black Hardware
Located in Chicago, IL
Tansu an eye-catching addition to any room. 6 drawers including 2 small hidden ones at the bottom
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

19th C Tiger Maple Dresser with Full Round Columns
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A 19th C tiger maple four drawers dresser. One overhanging drawer supported with full round columns
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Antique Mid-19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Maple

Midcentury Black Shellac and Semi Round Brass Rods Commodes, 1970
Located in Rome, IT
and painstaking workmanship for a chest of drawers with truly unique characteristics. The chest of
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

1940s Rounded Commode and Mirror, thuja veneer, walnut, golden leaf. Italy
Located in Girona, Girona
Exceptional rounded "commode" with nine drawers, thuja burr veneer, french polish and
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

French Louis Philippe Tall Four-Drawer Commode, Rounded Feet and Wooden Pulls
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rectangular top above a conforming case housing four drawers, the drawers with original carved
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Antique 1830s French Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Large Midcentury Danish Teak Dresser, 1960s
Located in Asaa, DK
solid teak. Top drawer has lock and key. Standing on four round tapered legs. Very versatile chest of
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Teak

Large Midcentury Danish Teak Dresser, 1960s
Large Midcentury Danish Teak Dresser, 1960s
H 47.64 in W 33.27 in L 47.64 in
Chic Chocolate Lacquered Dresser in the Manner of Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in Pasadena, CA
This rounded, chocolate lacquered chest of drawers in the manner of Karl Springer features inlaid
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Vintage 1970s American Dressers

Materials

Chrome

Rounded Chest of Drawers, Italy, Late 19th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Wall console in silvered, gilded and carved wood with plant motifs, two front volute supports and top painted with imitation marble. Italy, late 19th Century
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Dressers

Materials

Brass

Louis XV Style Round Chest of Six Drawers
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A tall and elegant round chest of six drawers, in the Louis XV style, veneered with elaborate
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20th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Midcentury Black Shellac and Semi Round Brass Rods Chests of Drawers, 1970
Located in Rome, IT
and painstaking workmanship for a chest of drawers with truly unique characteristics. The chest of
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Swedish Mid 20th Century Shaped Elm Chest of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
chest of drawers. Rounded edges and fitted with 3 drawers which open on the key. Bottom drawer with burr
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Georgian Revival Chest of Drawers on Stand, English, Walnut Cabinet
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
molding Standing upon cabriole legs all round. A stunning Georgian revival chest of drawers on stand
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Early 20th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Goatskin Maple and Brass Italian Chest of Drawers, 1940
Located in Rome, IT
drawer is rounded. Finally the chest of drawers is raised from the ground by four legs in beechwood
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Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

6 Danish Modern Teak Drawer Chest with Round Inset Pulls
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Professional, skilled furniture restoration is an integral part of what we do every day. Our goal is to provide beautiful, functional furniture that honors its illustrious past. Our ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Teak

Biedermeier Semainier Chest, Mahogany veneered, circa 1830
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier chest of drawers with seven drawers and a mahogany-veneered corpus with rounded corners
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Antique 1830s German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

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Rounded Chest Of Drawers For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of rounded chest of drawers available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct rounded chest of drawers — often made from wood, metal and brass — can elevate any home. We have 18 antique and vintage rounded chest of drawers in-stock, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. Rounded chest of drawers have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Rounded chest of drawers are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Scandinavian Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made rounded chest of drawers over the years, but those made by American of Martinsville, Andreas Bachmann and Arte nel Design are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Rounded Chest Of Drawers?

Prices for rounded chest of drawers start at $1,400 and top out at $22,300 with the average selling for $5,053.

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 Rounded Chest Of Drawers
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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, 2021
    A 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To 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 1, 2024
    Yes, 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, 2021
    Dressers 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 ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What 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, 2021
    A 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 ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A 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, 2021
    A 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 ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The 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, 2023
    Yes, 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, 2024
    The 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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