Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Early 19th Century British Georgian Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Mahogany, Oak
19th Century British Victorian Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
18th Century Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Walnut
Mid-19th Century Early Victorian Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Oak
1840s British Victorian Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Wood
1880s English High Victorian Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Pine
Late 19th Century Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Brass
Mid-19th Century British High Victorian Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Mahogany
Late 19th Century Victorian Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Birch
1850s German Gustavian Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Ash
19th Century English Victorian Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Satinwood
Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Maple
1760s Italian Baroque Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Fruitwood, Walnut
19th Century English Victorian Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Hardwood
19th Century Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Walnut
19th Century French Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Marble, Ormolu
18th Century Italian Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Walnut
1860s British Victorian Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Wood
Late 18th Century British Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Oak
1890s German Renaissance Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Walnut
Early 20th Century English Industrial Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Wood, Mahogany
Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Mahogany
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Pine
Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Walnut
19th Century English Regency Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Mahogany
19th Century English Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Brass
Early 19th Century English George III Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Oak
Early 18th Century European George I Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Mahogany
1860s English High Victorian Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Hardwood
Early 19th Century French Empire Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Bronze, Ormolu
17th Century English Jacobean Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Oak
Mid-18th Century British Georgian Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Brass
1840s British Campaign Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Teak
Early 20th Century American Country Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Wood
Early 17th Century European Renaissance Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Cedar
Mid-18th Century English Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Brass
Early 20th Century English Queen Anne Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Burl
18th Century Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Mahogany
Early 19th Century British Regency Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Mahogany
Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Walnut
1890s French Louis Philippe Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Walnut
Late 18th Century Danish Rococo Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Oak
17th Century Scottish Charles II Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Rosewood, Walnut
19th Century French Chinoiserie Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Marble, Bronze
18th Century Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Oak
Early 18th Century Italian Rustic Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Oak
Early 20th Century English Campaign Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Mahogany
1880s English Queen Anne Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Walnut
Early 19th Century Italian Empire Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Walnut
19th Century English Georgian Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Mahogany
Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Walnut
Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Cherry
Early 1900s Italian Mid-Century Modern Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Metal
1820s French Louis XVI Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Marble, Bronze
19th Century Italian Rustic Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Walnut
19th Century English Country Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Pine
Late 18th Century German Louis XVI Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Oak
19th Century English Victorian Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Other
Early 18th Century Dutch Gustavian Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Oak
Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Very Large Antique Chest Of Drawers
Wood
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Finding the Right Storage-case-pieces 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.
- 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 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.
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