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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Customizable Items Only
Bespoke Italian Brass Emerald Blue Green Art Glass 6-Drawer Highboy Dresser
Located in New York, NY
Let's bring some ocean breeze inside! What we love about this piece is not only its functionality with its 6 drawers (options for sizes), with the top 2 split in 2-compartments each,...
Category
2010s Italian Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Timeless Luxury: Azure Murano Glass & Brass Chest of Drawers from Italy Availabl
Located in Guazzora, IT
This Italian chest of drawers embodies timeless luxury, fusing mid-century modern style with sophisticated craftsmanship.
Made of solid wood, it features exquisite azure Murano gla...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$5,186 Sale Price
25% Off
Rey Bedside Table, in Summer Aged Oak, by August Abode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A low-profile nightstand or side table combining a classical twisted rope detail with clean-lined simplicity, featuring two drawers with dovetail joinery and soft-close glides. Inqui...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Pair of Rey Bedside Tables, in Summer Aged Oak, by August Abode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing our artisan-made Rey Bedside Tables. A pair of side tables combining a classical twisted rope detail with clean-lined simplicity. Our Rey Collection conjures memories of ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak, Wood, Walnut
Spectacular Blue Pantry Cabinet in Murano Glass - Made in Italy Available
Located in Guazzora, IT
Introducing the Spectacular Blue Pantry Cabinet, a masterpiece of Italian craftsmanship that brings the timeless elegance of Murano glass into your home. This unique piece is not jus...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$5,246 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Cassettiera 6 cassetti, in vetro blu zaffiro, oro, blu, specchio, disponibile
Located in Guazzora, IT
Scopri la nostra esclusiva cassettiera artigianale, un vero gioiello dell'arte italiana. Ogni dettaglio di questo mobile è frutto di un'abilità artigianale senza pari: i sei cassetti...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Etoile Chest of Drawers by Chiara Provasi
Located in Milan, IT
A stunning piece of functional decor that will enrich a classic or contemporary bedroom, this chest of drawers was handcrafted in rosewood and maple. The striking contrast between th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
$16,744 / item
Magnificent Chest of Drawers with Ivory Murano Glass & Brass Fittings Available
Located in Guazzora, IT
This exquisite ivory-colored chest of drawers is a masterpiece of Italian craftsmanship, fusing solid wood, Murano glass and polished brass for a truly elegant look.
Handcrafted, i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Handcrafted English Oak Entry Table Drawers
Located in London, GB
Modernist oak entry console table with drawers designed and produced in England using traditional furniture making techniques. Completely handcrafted...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
$3,937 / item
Arcate bedside table, in oak wood, by Accardi Buccheri for Medulum
Located in Meolo, Venezia
Il comodino Arcate fa parte di una collezione esclusiva che include settimanali e comò, ideata dal rinomato studio milanese Accardi Buccheri per il brand MEDULUM. La scocca, realizza...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Oak
French Provincial style 6-drawer handcrafted Chiffonier in solid cherry wood
Located in Landivy, FR
This Chiffonier belongs to our TRADITION collection, which takes its design and inspiration from the French countryside "provincial" style, also called "Campagne chic" and finished ...
Category
2010s French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Arcate bedside table, in open-pore ash wood, by Accardi Buccheri for Medulum
Located in Meolo, Venezia
Il comodino Arcate fa parte di una collezione esclusiva che include settimanali e comò, ideata dal rinomato studio milanese Accardi Buccheri per il brand MEDULUM. La scocca, realizza...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Ash
Contemporary Brutalist Geometric Commode in Solid Oak
By Sóha
Located in Paris, IDF
Wardrobe made of solid oak (+ linseed oil)
Measures: H. 77 x 170 x 60 cm
SÓHA design studio conceives and produces furniture design and decorative objects in solid oak in an authent...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
$20,268 / item
Contemporary by Franca Lucarelli e Bruna Rapisarda Sideboard Wood Steel
By Interna8
Located in Pordenone, IT
Inspired by a chocolate bar, coco is characterized by its rigorous and elegant lines. Its unique shape allowed us to explore numerous different opening m...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
$4,909 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Bubble Nightstand Chest of Drawers in Natural Walnut by Steven Bukowski
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A small side table with a big statement. Soft-close under-mount drawer slides keep the design looking clean and sophisticated.
Maple dovetail drawers ...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Lacquer, Hardwood
Pair of Small English Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
Constructed from mid-tone walnut-figured veneer, these exquisite chests showcase rich grain patterns that enhance its sophisticated appeal. The three cockbeaded soft-close drawers of...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$7,740 / set
USM Haller Storage G2A Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L.
With four drop down doors. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powdercoated steel and chrome-plated steel tubes, the USM...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chrome, Steel
USM Haller Credenza C2A Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L.
With two drop down doors. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powder coated steel and chrome-plated steel tubes, the Usm ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chrome, Steel
Pair of Louis XVI Style Burl Chests
Located in Westwood, NJ
Chest embodies the refined elegance of 18th-century French design through its masterful use of book-matched burl veneers and delicate inlays. Each drawer front showcases symmetricall...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$9,192 / set
Contemporary Brutalist Dresser in Black Oak 'Custom Size'
By Sóha
Located in Paris, IDF
Dresser / cabinet
Sculpted wood (solid oak)
Finish: wavy, medium
SÓHA design studio conceives and produces furniture design and decorative objects in solid oak in an authentic style...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
USM Haller Credenza F2 Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L.
With two drop down doors. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powdercoated steel and chrome plated steel tubes, the USM H...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chrome, Steel
USM Haller Media B218 Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L.
With two drop down doors, one cable cut out. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powder coated steel and chrome plated st...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chrome, Steel
USM Haller Credenza E2 Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L.
With four drop down doors. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powdercoated steel and chrome-plated steel tubes, the USM...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chrome, Steel
USM Haller Mid Credenza D Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L.
With four drop down doors. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powder coated steel and chrome plated steel tubes, the US...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chrome, Steel
Light Green Chest of Drawers Featuring Murano Glass & Brass Made in Italy
Located in Guazzora, IT
This Italian chest of drawers is a stunning mid-century modern piece, combining solid wood with Murano glass and polished brass accents.
Handmade using traditional techniques such ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Modern Sideboard or Console Table in black ash, Brass, Bronze, Copper
Located in Riga, LV
The “100 H20” sideboard was inspired by the famous architect Hundertwasser, the opponent of “a straight line”. The title “100 H20” is after Hundertwasser (hundred water– from German). The “100 H20” sideboard has plenty of details that reveal the craftsmanship involved in its production. The visible, expertly crafted details are a pleasure to behold, day after day. The drawers are asymmetric in a range of metal varieties, such as copper, brass and bronze, featured with different shaped handles. Spider style...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Copper
Contemporary Brutalist Dresser in Solid Oak 'Custom Size'
By Sóha
Located in Paris, IDF
Dresser / Cabinet
Sculpted wood (solid oak)
Finish: hammered, dark
SÓHA design studio conceives and produces furniture design and decorative objects in so...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Anglo Indian Black Mother of Pearl Chest of Drawer Handcrafted by Artisanal
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your home with Artisanal's exquisite black mother of pearl four - drawer inlay chest—a stunning addition that seamlessly blends timeless craftsmanship with modern sophistication.
Adorned with intricate foliate motifs patterns, this dresser showcases the artistry of traditional mother of pearl inlay, honouring the ancient craft of decorated furniture. Finished with sleek glass knobs, it exudes a contemporary charm while retaining its classic allure
How It’s Made:
Handcrafted with meticulous care, each piece is a true masterpiece, created through a traditional inlay process. It features over 2,000 small pieces of mother of pearl, carefully shaped into leaf or custom patterns. Each piece is precisely glued onto the surface to form the intricate design, followed by the application of color to enhance its beauty.
Handcrafted in India by the artisans of Artisanal.
For added safety during transit, we pack the legs and knobs separately, ensuring your chest arrives in pristine condition.
Indulge in luxury and elevate your space with our mother of pearl inlay chest...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Anglo-Indian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
USM Haller Storage G118 Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L.
With two drop down doors and one extension drawer. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powder coated steel and chrome-pla...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chrome, Steel
Bespoke Italian Brass Emerald Blue Green Art Glass 9-Drawer Dresser Sideboard
Located in New York, NY
Let's bring some ocean breeze inside! What we love about this piece is not only its functionality with its 9 drawers (options for sizes) but also its artistic impact and exceptional ...
Category
2010s Italian Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Modern Nilo Nightstands Bedside Tables Set/2 Onyx Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Nilo Nightstands, Contemporary Collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Nilo bedside table embodies timeless elegance with a modern touch. Its perfectly round...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Onyx, Marble, Quartz, Travertine, Brass
Natura Straw Marquetry Drawer Cabinet Green Gradient Inlay Solid Wood Handmade
Located in Warsaw, PL
Natura straw marquetry wood cabinet RUDA Studio
Summer is a time of fulfillment, fertility and wealth. Exactly this time we present our first i...
Category
2010s Ukrainian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$12,399 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Custom Italian Printed Pop Art Black Blue Butterfly Lacquer Wood Chest/Sideboard
Located in New York, NY
A custom fun Conceptual Pop Art lacquer chest, entirely hand-crafted in Italy and completely bespoke in sizes, finishes, colors, and functions, part of a bespoke collection created a...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass, Wood, Lacquer, Paint
"Il Pezzo 2 Dresser" chest of drawers - walnut - Marquinia marble - brass base
Located in Firenze, IT
Classic, flowing and gentle contours, Il Pezzo 2 gives its own reading of time, old pieces inspiring familiar and comforting sensations.
Crafted entirely from solid American walnut, ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Contemporary Sculpted Chest of Drawers by Soha Concept, Solid Oak
By Sóha
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary sculpted Cabinet / Chest of Drawers in Solid Oak
Dimensions:
H. 100 x W. 70 x D. 40 cm
Unique piece made to order.
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SÓHA design studio conceives and produces ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Wall Mounted Console w/ Doors, Ivory Wood & Bronze Ribbon Hardware by Debra Folz
By Debra Folz
Located in Pawtucket, RI
An interest in the translation of textile languages and soft surfaces through furniture forms has led to the development of a unique hardware and storage collection. Inspired by ribb...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Contemporary Brutalist Style Commode in Solid Oak and Linseed Oil
By Sóha
Located in Paris, IDF
Commode / Chest of Drawers made of solid oak (+ linseed oil)
by Denis Milovanov for SOHA Concept
Measures: 85 x 140 x 40 cm - Custom size on request
SÓHA design studio conceives and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Wall Mounted Console, Black Ash Wood & Bronze Ribbon Hardware by Debra Folz
By Debra Folz
Located in Pawtucket, RI
An interest in the translation of textile languages and soft surfaces through furniture forms has led to the development of a unique hardware and storage collection. Inspired by ribb...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Lleno White marble Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of Drawers Lleno White marble with structure in solid walnut and
with metal base in bronzed finish. With 4 drawers and an upper drawer
divided in 3 storage. Whit white marble ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Metal
$23,249 / item
Modern White, Gold High Gloss Sideboard or Rounded Console
Located in Riga, LV
The definition of rich furniture design, this beautiful sideboard is expertly handmade by our best craftsmen. It offers enough storage space inside the four drawers and on each side ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Modern Black, White, Gold, Brass High Gloss Rounded Sideboard with drawers
Located in Riga, LV
The definition of rich furniture design, this beautiful sideboard catches the eye from first sights! Superbly executed by our master craftsmen, this display cabinet is particularly o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Cassettiera in vetro verde smeraldo e oro, maniglie in cristallo, disponibile
Located in Guazzora, IT
Il mobile in vetro di Murano antico è un'opera straordinaria che cattura l'essenza dell'artigianato veneziano e la bellezza senza tempo del vetro soffiato. Con una geometria audace e...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$10,730 Sale Price / item
40% Off
Ganymede Cabinet by Altin
Located in Geneve, CH
Ganymede Cabinet by Altin
Designed and developed by Yasmine Sfar and Mehdi Kebaier.
Dimensions: D 100 x W 40 x H 149 cm
Materials: Metal, rush, palm wood.
Metal and sea rush cabinet...
Category
2010s Tunisian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
$10,825 / item
Handcrafted Night Stand, Walnut & Oak
Located in London, GB
American black walnut handcrafted nightstands or end tables.
These are constructed from the finest American black walnut with the inner dovetailed jointed traditional drawer carcass...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak, Walnut
$4,012 / item
Chest of drawers
By Zanaboni
Located in Milan, IT
Combining the dark elegance of ebony with the strikingly large grain of the ziricote wood, this oval chest of drawers is a stunning piece of functional decor that will enrich the look of any bedroom. The bold structure rests on a base in brass, which occurs also in the metal details and in the handles of the drawers. The base boasts inserts of Corteccia marble for a luxurious final effect. Matching night tables...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
$41,630 / item
Art Deco Burl Chest
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted with a stunning rustic Mappa burl wood veneer, its golden honey tones and intricate wood grain patterns evoke a sense of warmth and sophistication.
Featuring three spacious...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wool, Burl
$4,144 / item
Usm Haller Storage C1A18 Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L.
With one drop down door and one drawer. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powdercoated steel and chrome-plated steel t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chrome, Steel
"Il Pezzo 2 Nightstand" night table - solid walnut - Carrara marble - brass
Located in Firenze, IT
Classic, flowing and gentle contours, Il Pezzo 2 gives its own reading of time, old pieces inspiring familiar and comforting sensations.
Crafted entirely from solid American walnut, ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Carrara Marble, Gold, Brass
"Decò" Cabinet in Murano Glass Mirror, Handcrafted by Fratelli Tosi
Located in Murano Venezia, IT
Luxurious cabinet, reproduction of Classic furniture in style Art Deco ' of the 21st century, produced by Fratelli Tosi, designed by Fratelli Barbini Glass Mirror composed of two front doors, covered in antique Murano mirror...
Category
2010s Italian Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Art Glass, Mirror, Murano Glass
Contemporary Brutalist Style Commode in Solid Oak 'Custom Size'
By Sóha
Located in Paris, IDF
Commode / Chest of Drawers made of solid oak (+ linseed oil)
by Denis Milovanov for SOHA Concept
Measures: 85 x 122 x 56 cm - Custom size on request
SÓHA design studio conceives and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Pair of Antique Style Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
Constructed from hand-rubbed ash burl and walnut, the chest exudes a warm, natural elegance, enriched by its unique wood grain patterns. Equipped with soft-close technology, the draw...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$9,588 / set
Midcentury Style Brass and Lapis Lazuli Colored Murano Glass Commode
Located in Rome, IT
Striking brass frame and hand cut Lapis lazuli imitation Murano glass Commode or chest of drawer, raised on special brass legs.
Handmade by a master artisan.
Available also the pair .
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass, Wood
"Planera Calvet" Multi Purpose Chest of 19 Drawers by J. Tresserra for Dessie'
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Planera Calvet" is a multi purpose chest of 19 drawers, designed by Jaume Tresserra and manufactured by Dessie', made in walnut or oak wood, for keeping clothes or documents in orde...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel, Nickel
Striking Mid-Century Style Brass and Blu Multicolored Murano Glass Commode, 2020
Located in Rome, IT
Striking brass frame and hand-cut Blue Mondrian imitation Murano glass Commode or chest of drawer, raised on special brass legs.
Handmade by a master ar...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass, Wood
Green Straw Marquetry Cabinet Drawer with Gradient Inlay Brass Legs Solid Wood
Located in Warsaw, PL
Natura straw marquetry wood cabinet RUDA Studio
Summer is a time of fulfillment, fertility and wealth. Exactly this time we present our first item from...
Category
2010s Ukrainian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$12,391 Sale Price / item
20% Off
White Flight Case Shelf of 6 Drawers in White Lacquered Finish
Located in Paris, FR
White Flight Case Shelf of 6 Drawers with structure
in solid wood in white lacquered finish. Details in gilt
synthetic leather and in gold plated brass.
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Gold Plate
$10,969 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Pair of Light Oak Parquetry Dressers
Located in Westwood, NJ
A light oak parquetry chest of drawers in dawn finish. It has mirrored herringbone oak parquetry drawers, classically tapered legs, and six Verde Bronz...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$3,570 / item
Natural Rattan Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
Wrapped in natural rattan, this stunning piece combines modern design with coastal charm. It features three spacious drawers for all your storage needs.
The natural rattan finish ad...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rattan, Wood
$3,435 / item
Modern Nilo Nightstands Bedside Tables White Onyx Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By GF Modern, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Nilo Nightstands, Contemporary Collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
Nilo Nightstand brings nature into your interior space thro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Onyx, Marble, Brass
Brutalist Solid Oak Sculptural Commode by Sergio Vulpe
Located in Burlăceni, Cahul District
This solid oak commode is a sculptural embodiment of brutalist design by Sergio Vulpe. Its bold, geometric form and rich wood texture make it a unique storage statement for modern or...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Moldovan Brutalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Antique and Vintage Chests of Drawers and Commodes for Sale: Find Art Deco Commodes and Mid-Century Modern Chests of Drawers on 1stDibs
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.
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