Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
MINIMALIST STYLE
A revival in the popularity of authentic Minimalist furniture is rooted in history while reflecting the needs and tastes of the 21st century. Designer Ludwig Mies van der Rohe’s aphorism that “less is more” influenced the evolution of 20th-century interiors with an emphasis on function and order. This was a shift from the 19th century, with its lavish Victorian decorating, and was spread around the world through design styles including Bauhaus and brutalism.
Yet Minimalism was present in furniture design long before the clean lines of modernism, such as in the simple and elegant utility of Shaker furniture. Although the Minimalist art movement of the 1960s and ’70s had little crossover with furniture design, artist Donald Judd was inspired by the Shakers in creating his own spare daybeds and tables from sturdy wood. (Judd, whose advocacy of symmetry also informed his architectural projects, furnished his Manhattan loft with unassuming but poetic works by iconic modernist designers such as Gerrit Rietveld and Alvar Aalto.)
Understatement rather than ornamentation and open space instead of clutter are central themes for a Minimalist living room and bedroom. As opposed to Maximalism, the focus for Minimalist furniture and decor is on simplicity and considering the design and purpose of every object.
Furnishings are usually made in neutral or monochrome colors and pared down to their essentials — think nesting coffee tables, sectional sofas and accent pieces such as ottomans. And Minimalist ceramics can help achieve a decor that is both timeless and of the moment. The organic textures and personalization of handmade craftsmanship associated with these works have served as a sort of anti-Internet to screen-weary decorators. That said, while the thoughtful ergonomics of Scandinavian modern furniture, with its handcrafted teak frames, are at home in Minimalist spaces, so are the quietly striking pieces by Japanese designer Naoto Fukasawa that employ industrial materials like stainless steel, aluminum and plastic.
Minimalist furniture is not for making flashy statements; it boasts subdued appeal and excels at harmonizing with any room. And, as it encompasses many different movements and eras of design, it also never goes out of style, owing to its tasteful refinement.
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Style: Minimalist
Swedish Designer, Chest of Drawers, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A small pine chest of drawers, designed and produced in Sweden, 1970s.
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1970s Swedish Vintage Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Settimanale Chest of drawers / Tallboy by Matteo Thun for Bieffeplast, 1985
Located in Argelato, BO
This tallboy chest designed for the Italian manufacturer Bieffeplast is a very good example of Thun’s aesthetic. Minimal, the design relies on a logical composition of draws each pun...
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1980s Italian Vintage Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Pair of Minimalist 'Amboine' Burl Wood Nightstands by Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of minimalist 'Amboine' burl wood nightstands by Design Frères.
Simple, functional design with 2 deep drawers per nightstand. Great ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple, Burl
Italian Modern Brix Modular 2-drawer 100cm Chest of Drawers by Bensen, Italy
By Bensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Minimal Italian modern Brix modular two-drawer dresser by Bensen, Italy. Glossy charcoal finish. Brix is a modular stacking drawer system that can be arranged in almost endless confi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Lacquer
SC Wall-Mounted Cabinet by Jonathan Nesci in Cut, Machined and Waxed Aluminum
Located in Columbus, IN
The SC wall-mounted cabinet by Jonathan Nesci is produced in cut and machined aluminum with a waxed finish. The quarter-inch thick doors are set back a qua...
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2010s American Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Aluminum
SW Cabinet by Jonathan Nesci in Cut and Machined Waxed Aluminum
Located in Columbus, IN
The SW cabinet by Jonathan Nesci is cut and machined aluminum with a waxed finish. The doors, back, and sides are milled into the legs. The doors are cut and are welded to machined c...
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2010s American Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Aluminum
Pelegrins Gate Cabinet by Jonathan Nesci in Machined and Waxed Aluminum Plate
Located in Columbus, IN
Pelegrins Gate, a room-dividing cabinet in 3/8 inch thick aluminum plate can house vinyl records on one side and wine glasses on the other. Custom hinged bi-fold doors can close any ...
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2010s American Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Aluminum
Curved Cabinet by Jonathan Nesci in Rolled and Machined Waxed Aluminum
Located in Columbus, IN
The curved cabinet by Jonathan Nesci is cut, rolled, and machined aluminum with a waxed finish. The doors, back and sides have a slight curve. The doors are cut and are welded to mac...
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2010s American Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Aluminum
OK Whiskey Cabinet by Jonathan Nesci in Machined and Waxed Aluminum Plate
Located in Columbus, IN
OK whiskey cabinet, in cut, milled, and machined aluminum. Milled acrylic window inserts are set from the reverse and fastened with a custom washer. In...
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2010s American Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Minimalist 'Amboine' Burl Wood Nightstands by Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Minimalist 'Amboine' burl wood nightstands by Design Frères.
Simple, functional design with 2 deep drawers per nightstand. Grea...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple, Burl
Italian Art Deco Design Modern Cream White Glass 2-Drawer Brass Nightstand/Chest
Located in New York, NY
What we love about this organic piece is the artistic impact of the minimalist design with the exceptional hardware. Part of our modern customizable collection, the choice of colors ...
Category
2010s Italian Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Minimalist 'Amboine' Burl Wood Nightstands by Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of minimalist 'Amboine' burl wood nightstands by Design Frères.
Simple, functional design with 2 deep drawers per nightstand. Grea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple, Burl
Pair of Minimalist 'Amboine' Burl Wood Nightstands by Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of minimalist 'Amboine' burl wood nightstands by Design Frères.
Simple, functional design with 2 deep drawers per nightstand. Grea...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple, Burl
Custom Vellum Nightstands, a Pair
Located in New York, NY
A pair of custom real vellum-covered bedside tables, each having two drawers and a lower shelf. (Matte finish). Made in USA.
Faux vellum (Satin finish) is available for $18,000 List...
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2010s American Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Antique Cubby Style Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
Antique teak wood cabinet with an espresso lacquer. Great storage or organizer. Circa 1950.
This cabinet was hand made in the spirit of Wabi-Sabi, a Japanese philosophy that beauty ...
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1950s Indonesian Vintage Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Teak
Italian Art Deco Design Modern Cream White Glass 2-Drawer Brass Nightstand/Chest
Located in New York, NY
What we love about this organic piece is the artistic impact of the minimalist design with the exceptional hardware. Part of our modern customizable collection, the choice of colors ...
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2010s Italian Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique Storing Chest
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful antique shell inlaid chest originally used for storing blankets. Original hard ware and remnants of paint on this one of a kind chest perfect for storing or for a small cof...
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1950s Indonesian Vintage Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
Patinated or Blackened Steel "Highboy" with Cast-Concrete and Walnut Interior
By Stefan Rurak
Located in Biddeford, ME
This "highboy" features 4 deep drawers. The counter-top and base is cast concrete. The piece is wrapped and fully finished with steel that is employed as a veneer. The steel is black...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Concrete, Steel, Cut Steel
Italian Modern Brix Modular Dresser Set of 6 by Bensen, Italy
By Bensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Minimal Italian modern Brix monumental modular dresser set by Bensen, Italy. Large set with multiple components. Multiple configurations possible. Ple...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Lacquer
FRAMA Contemporary Scandinavian Japanese Minimal Design Sutoa Drawer Solid Oak
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Taking its name from the Japanese word Sutoa -'to contain'- Sutoa drawer is an elegant storage solution combining a sculptural design with functionality.
Defined by a minimal steel f...
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2010s Danish Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
Italian Modern Brix Modular Dresser Cabinet Set of 2 by Bensen, Italy
By Bensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Minimal Italian modern Brix modular lowboy doublewide dresser by Bensen, Italy. Brix is a modular stacking drawer system that can be arranged in almost en...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Lacquer
Italian Modern Brix Modular White & Gray Dresser Set by Bensen, Italy
By Bensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Minimal Italian modern Brix modular dresser cabinet set by Bensen, Italy. Please see photos and list below for list of all included components. Brix is a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Lacquer
A-Line Dresser Oak legs dark Grey Box light Grey drawers Red Opalescent Handles
Located in Milan, Lombardy
With a light and sophisticated style, the Israeli designer/artist Hagit Pincovici conceives a sleek-looking and oneiric chest of drawers evoking nomad...
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2010s Italian Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Plexiglass, Oak, Lacquer
Minimal Italian Modern Brix Modular Lowboy Double Dresser by Bensen, Italy
By Bensen, Niels Bendtsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Minimal Italian modern Brix modular lowboy double dresser by Bensen, Italy. Brix is a modular stacking drawer system that can be arranged in almost endles...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Italian Modern Brix Modular 5-Drawer 100cm Chest of Drawers, Bensen, Italy
By Bensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Minimal Italian Modern Brix Modular 5-Drawer 100cm Dresser by Bensen, Italy. Brix is a modular stacking drawer system that can be arranged in almost endl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Lacquer
Highboy Dresser/Chest of Drawers, by Petersen Antiques
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Highboy with four drawers in alder, dark walnut stain and premium satin lacquer finish.
The simple and clean look is achieved by using state of the art hardware that remains invisib...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Italian Modern Brix Modular 4-drawer 50 cm Dresser by Bensen, Italy
By Bensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Minimal Italian Modern Brix Modular 4-drawer 50 cm Dresser by Bensen, Italy. Brix is a modular stacking drawer system that can be arranged in almost endle...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Lacquer
Italian Modern Brix Modular Dresser Cabinet Set of 3 by Bensen, Italy
By Bensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Minimal Italian modern Brix modular lowboy triple-wide dresser by Bensen, Italy. Brix is a modular stacking drawer system that can be arranged in almost e...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Lacquer
Italian Modern Brix Modular White & Gray Dresser Set by Bensen, Italy
By Bensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Minimal Italian modern Brix modular dresser cabinet set by Bensen, Italy. Multiple elements included in this set. See photos and list of components belo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Lacquer
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Antique Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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1970s Pair of Solid Pine Chest of drawers by Maison Regain, France
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1970s Danish Teak Chest of Drawers
Located in Praha, CZ
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Ganymede Cabinet by Altin
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Vintage Minimalist Design China Lacquered Flower Print Chest of Drawers. Made in Taiwan, 1970's / 80's period. Black lacquer with orange flower print...
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Ligne Roset Everywhere Podium Chest for Soundbar by Christian Werner
Located in Basildon, London
The Ligne Roset Everywhere Podium Chest for Soundbar by Christian Werner is a refined and multifunctional piece of modern furniture. Designed to seamlessly integrate technology into ...
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Located in Chicago, IL
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Minimalist commodes and chests of drawers for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Minimalist commodes and chests of drawers for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage commodes and chests of drawers created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, more furniture and collectibles, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Minimalist commodes and chests of drawers made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original commodes and chests of drawers, popular names associated with this style include Jonathan Nesci, Lane Furniture, Hagit Pincovici, and Ken Petersen. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for commodes and chests of drawers differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,980 and tops out at $96,800 while the average work can sell for $8,500.