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Vintage Walnut Tallboy Chest of Drawers
By Meredew
Located in London, GB
A stylish and very well made vintage walnut tallboy chest of drawers. This was made in England by
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Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Walnut Tallboy Chest of Drawers from G Plan, 1950s
By G Plan Furniture
Located in South Shields, GB
A mid century walnut tallboy chest of drawers from the quality furniture makers, G Plan (E Gomme
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Midcentury Rattan Highboy / Tallboy Chest of Drawers by Angraves, England, 1970s
Located in Richmond, Surrey
Midcentury rattan / bamboo highboy / tallboy, chest of drawers by Angraves, England, 1970s
This is
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Vintage 1970s British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
H 41.34 in W 17.33 in D 17.72 in
Mid Century Teak Tallboy Chest of Drawers by Meredew
By Meredew
Located in Southampton, GB
Mid 20th Century Teak Tallboy Chest of Drawers by Meredew Furniture.
In good condition
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Mid-20th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
1970's Vintage Bamboo & Rattan Tallboy Chest of Drawers by Angraves
Located in London, GB
A stylish and useful vintage bamboo and rattan tallboy chest of drawers by Angraves. This was made
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Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
RESTORED ViNTAGE ENGLISH PINE & BRASS MILITARY CAMPIGN TALLBOY CHEST OF DRAWERS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
restored hand made in England Pine and Brass tallboy chest of drawers
Please note the delivery fee listed
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Mid-20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 42.72 in W 16.54 in D 15.75 in
Mid 20th Century Easifit Teak Tallboy Chest of Drawers - 1960s
By France & Søn
Located in Tonbridge, Kent
Mid 20th Century Easifit Teak Tallboy Chest of Drawers - 1960s British Mid-Century Design
Elevate
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique English Tallboy, Chest of Drawers, Victorian Walnut, Flame, Circa 1850
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique 5 drawer tallboy. An English, walnut and flame mahogany chest of drawers, dating
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Antique 1850s British Early Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany, Walnut
H 44.1 in W 22.64 in D 20.08 in
PAIR OF LARGE ITALIAN HARDWWOOD & WALNUT MARBLE TOPPED TALLBOY CHESTS OF DRAWERs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
vintage Tarocco Alberto di Giorgio tallboy chests of drawers with Walnut frames, Rosewood panels and solid
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20th Century Italian Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
H 55.91 in W 33.86 in D 19.69 in
Tallboy Chest of Drawers, Five Push-Pull Drawers
Located in NEW YORK, NY
is lacquered in stone grey with five large drawers in oak veneer. The chest comes with five push-pull
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
PAIR OF VINTAGE MiLITARY CAMPAIGN TALLBOY CHESTS OF DRAWERS GREEN LEATHER TRAYS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
vintage Military Campaign tallboy chests of drawers which are brass mounted and come complete with green
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20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 44.3 in W 18.12 in D 14.97 in
Kai Kristiansen Danish Tallboy Chest of Drawers, Rosewood
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, England
Kai Kristiansen Model 385 Chest of Drawers, circa 1960
A stunning rosewood tallboy chest, produced
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Oak
Postmodern Tallboy / Chest of Drawers by Heals, c.1990
By Heal's
Located in Surbiton, GB
A chest of drawers produced by Heals in the 1990's. Made from solid cherry and featuring 4 wide and
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1990s British Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
Striking Mid Century Modern Danish Tallboy Chest Of Drawers
By Langkilde Møbler
Located in Portlaoise, IE
offers ample storage with six large pull out drawers each with two inset handles very much in the clean
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Italian Vintage Oak and Birch Wood Office Tallboy Chest of Drawers, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Italian vintage office chest of drawers, made between the 50s and 60s in solid birch and oak
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
H 47.64 in W 24.81 in D 16.93 in
Tallboy Chest of Drawer by Poul M. Volther 1950s
By Poul Volther
Located in Handewitt, DE
Tallboy chest of drawers in oak by Poul M. Volther for FDB Møbler 1950s. Model F-17. Front with 6
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Fully Restored Hand Dyed Brown Leather Oval Luggage Tall Boy Chest of Drawers
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to this lovely fully restored age hand dyed brown leather luggage tallboy chest of
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20th Century English Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Leather
H 39.57 in W 25.2 in D 17.33 in
Large Mid Century Chest Of Drawers Danish Scandi Modern Style 1960s MCM Teak
By Elliots of Newbury
Located in London, GB
or Tallboy chest of drawers will add superb quality, gorgeous rich colouring and a fabulously chic
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak, Sapele Wood
H 43.51 in W 33.08 in D 17.33 in
Large English Oak Tallboy Chest Drawers
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1870
Large English Oak Tallboy Chest Drawers
sku 1881
Base W117 x D57 x H80 cm
Top W118 x D57
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Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Antique 19th Century Inlaid Mahogany Tallboy Chest on Chest of Drawers Elegant
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique 19th Century Inlaid Mahogany Tallboy Chest on Chest of Drawers – a beautifully crafted
Category
Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
H 75.6 in W 44.89 in D 22.45 in
Antique 18th Century Mahogany Chest on Chest of Drawers Tallboy Storage Solution
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique 18th Century Mahogany Tallboy Chest on Chest of Drawers – featuring attractive canted front
Category
Antique 18th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
H 65.75 in W 45.28 in D 23.63 in
Antique 18th Century mahogany tallboy chest on chest of drawers Timeless Storage
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique 18th Century Mahogany Tallboy Chest on Chest of Drawers – a striking piece showcasing
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Antique 18th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
H 77.96 in W 43.71 in D 22.05 in
Large Antique Gentleman's Tallboy, English, Walnut, Chest of Drawers, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large antique gentleman's tallboy. An English, walnut chest of drawers, dating to the
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Antique 1850s British Early Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany, Walnut
H 46.86 in W 46.86 in D 20.87 in
Georgian Oak Chest on Chest of Drawers 1750 Antique Tallboy Country Farmhouse
Located in London, GB
A very rare and strikingly attractive early Georgian oak ‘Chest On Chest’ of drawers in wonderful
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Antique Mid-18th Century British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 45.67 in W 41.34 in D 20.48 in
Antique 18th Century Burr Walnut Tallboy Chest on Chest of Drawers Fine Quality
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique 18th Century Burr Walnut Tallboy Chest on Chest of Drawers
A fine quality 18th Century
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Antique 18th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Oak, Walnut
H 67.33 in W 41.34 in D 22.05 in
Antique Banker's Chest of Drawers, English, Oak, Tallboy, Maple & Co, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique banker's chest of drawers. An English, oak tallboy in Aesthetic Period taste by
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Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Commodes and Chests of ...
Materials
Oak
H 48.04 in W 26.97 in D 18.9 in
Settimanale Chest of drawers / Tallboy by Matteo Thun for Bieffeplast, 1985
By Bieffeplast, Matteo Thun
Located in Argelato, BO
This tallboy chest designed for the Italian manufacturer Bieffeplast is a very good example of
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Vintage 1980s Italian Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
H 63 in W 24.41 in D 17.72 in
American Furniture Company Gothic Revival Oak Tallboy Dresser Chest of Drawers
Located in Dayton, OH
American Furniture Company Gothic or Spanish Renaissance Revival tallboy dresser, Circa 1930s
Category
Vintage 1930s Gothic Revival Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
H 56.5 in W 41 in D 21 in
Settimanale Chest of drawers / Tallboy by Matteo Thun for Bieffeplast, 1985
Located in Surbiton, GB
A 'Settimanale' chest of drawers designed by Matteo Thun and produced by Bieffeplast in small
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
H 63 in W 24.41 in D 17.72 in
Antique Bow Front Tallboy, English, Chest of Drawers, Bedroom, Georgian, C.1780
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique bow front tallboy. An English, mahogany and brass chest of drawers, dating to
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Antique 1780s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 36.42 in W 45.08 in D 22.25 in
Tall Vintage Chest of Drawers, Chinese, Ebonised Elm, Storage, Tallboy, C.1980
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a tall vintage chest of drawers. A Chinese, ebonised elm storage Tallboy, dating to the
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Vintage 1980s Chinese Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Elm
H 71.26 in W 20.67 in D 14.97 in
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Tallboy, 19th Century White A
Located in Lewes, England
19th century antique Swedish Gustavian painted chest of drawers commode with detailed hand painted
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
H 46.46 in W 48.82 in D 26.38 in
Large Antique 18th Century Georgian Oak Tallboy Chest of Six Drawers English
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
is a substantial chest of drawers - with the drawers measuring 54cm in depth - making it ideal for
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Antique Mid-18th Century British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 50.4 in W 39.38 in D 23.63 in
Mid Century Walnut Chest of Drawers from Stag John & Sylvia Reid, 1960s
By John & Sylvia Reid, Stag Furniture 1
Located in South Shields, GB
solid brass handle
The matching tallboy chest of drawers are available in a separate listing
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vanities
Materials
Teak
H 27.56 in W 29.93 in D 17.33 in
Danish Chest of 8 Drawers Campaign Style Teak Tallboy MCM 1970s Mid Century Tall
Located in London, GB
’ chest of drawers has a very-1970s Minimalist-Cubist design and features richly toned and beautifully
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
H 48.43 in W 30.91 in D 15.75 in
Virginian Walnut Tallboy/Chest on Chest circa 1750
Located in Sherborne, GB
George 2nd Virginia walnut Tallboy/chest on chest with fluted canted corners on bracket feet circa
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Antique Mid-18th Century English George II Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Georgian 18th Century Miniature Tallboy Chest On Chest
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
, Chest On Chest, Or Tallboy, Having Elegant Blind Fretwork Carved Decoration To Top, Over Three Short And
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Art Deco Walnut Tallboy Chest / Cabinet
Located in London, GB
A stylish and very well made Art Deco walnut tallboy chest / cabinet. This was made in England, it
Category
Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Antique Mahogany Chest Tallboy Chest on Chest George III 19th Century
Located in Poperinge, BE
Antique English chest of drawers, tallboy, also known as chest on chest because it is made of 2
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Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany, Oak
H 72.45 in W 49.61 in D 21.66 in
Georgian 18th Century Mahogany Tallboy or Chest on Chest
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A very good quality and charming mid-18th
century mahogany chest on chest, or tallboy,
having
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Kai Kristiansen Model 385 Tallboy Chest, Rosewood
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, England
Kai Kristiansen Model 385 Chest of Drawers, circa 1960
Rosewood tallboy chest, produced by Aksel
Category
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Oak
George III Mahogany Tallboy in the Manner of Robert Gillow
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
The Prevost Tallboy
Important George III mahogany tallboy in the manner of Robert Gillow, the
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Antique 1760s English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
VINTAGE GEORGIAN STYLE TALLBOY WITH 6 DRAWERS WiTH LOTS OF STORAGE SPACE
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Vintage Georgian-style Tallboy With 6 Drawers.
This
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20th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
H 45.28 in W 20.08 in D 15.75 in
Morris & Co. An Aesthetic Movement Walnut tallboy with internal sliding drawers.
By Morris & Co.
Located in London, GB
Morris and Co. A Superior Quality Aesthetic Movement Walnut tallboy, with a polished top and dentil
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Antique 1890s English Aesthetic Movement Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
H 64.18 in W 43.71 in D 23.43 in
18th Century George II Miniature Tallboy
Located in Dublin 8, IE
18th century George II flame mahogany miniature tallboy, the moulded top over five graduated
Category
Antique 18th Century Irish George II Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Esker Tallboy in Oak with Hand Carved Pattern
By Dunleavy Bespoke
Located in Caragh, IE
Contemporary Esker Tallboy or Chest of Drawers in Oak with Hand Carved Pattern
Tall chest of
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2010s Irish Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
George III Mahogany Tallboy
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality George III mahogany tallboy, having a flared cornice, above an
Category
Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Chippendale Period Mahogany Tallboy
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A George III period mahogany tallboy with blind fret decoration to the frieze below the cornice and
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Antique 1770s English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Chippendale Period Mahogany Tallboy
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A fine 18th century flame mahogany tallboy, the quarter cut veneers are matched across the whole
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Solid pine tallboy, 1930s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
/Austria. At the top 3 drawers and at the bottom behind the door 2 shelves. A practical piece of furniture
Category
Vintage 1930s Hungarian Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Early 19th Century mahogany tallboy
Located in Martlesham, GB
A fine early 19th Century mahogany bowfront chest on chest / tallboy, the moulded edge cornice
Category
Antique Early 1800s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Bamboo and Woven Cane Tallboys, Italy 1970
Located in Roma, RM
Pair of Bamboo and Woven Cane Tallboys, Italy 1970
Product Details
Dimensions: 71 W x 100 H × 44 D
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker
Antique Scandinavian Chest of Six Drawers Gustavian Swedish Karl Johan 1840 Pine
Located in London, GB
stripped pine chest in lovely antique condition with six lockable drawers and original key. Most likely
Category
Antique 1840s Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
H 55.52 in W 31.5 in D 19.1 in
1940's Art Deco English Oak Tallboy
Located in Leicester, GB
An Art Deco 1940s English Tallboy. This is a lovely oak tall boy with attractive decorative details
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Mid-18th Century Chippendale Period Mahogany Tallboy
Located in London, GB
A mid-18th century Chippendale period well-figured mahogany tallboy of attractive small proportions
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
A very fine George I walnut tallboy
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A very fine George I walnut tallboy, of typical rectangular form with a wide base containing three
Category
Antique 1720s English George I Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
George II Period Golden Coloured Walnut Tallboy
Located in London, GB
A George II period golden coloured walnut tallboy having moulded cornice above herring bone inlaid
Category
Antique Early 18th Century English George II Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Dutch 20th Century Mahogany Empire Style Tallboy
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Early 20th century Dutch Empire-style mahogany tall chest of six drawers featuring Neoclassical
Category
20th Century Dutch Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Bronze
18th Century George III period Mahogany Bow Tallboy
Located in London, GB
A good quality George III period golden colored fiddle-back mahogany bow tallboy with bowed cornice
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Mahogany, Boxwood
Wood, Mahogany and Metal Tallboy, England, 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Tallboy with two bodies of a type very common in England (and English related furniture) that has
Category
Antique 19th Century English Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
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Find a variety of tallboy chest of drawers available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct tallboy chest of drawers — often made from wood, mahogany and walnut — can elevate any home. Tallboy chest of drawers have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Georgian, Mid-Century Modern and Victorian tallboy chest of drawers are consistently popular styles. Bernhard Pedersen & Son, Alfred Cox and Bassett Furniture each produced beautiful tallboy chest of drawers that are worth considering.
How Much are Tallboy Chest Of Drawers?
Prices for tallboy chest of drawers start at $354 and top out at $40,113 with the average selling for $2,830.
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 Tallboy Chest Of Drawers
- 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 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, 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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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