Modern Dressers
MODERN STYLE
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
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Style: Modern
Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Modern Sark Mahogany Dresser, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Modern Regency dark mahogany triple dresser or credenza
By Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture
USA, Circa 1990s
Dark mahogany, with unique vertical fluted design draw...
Category
1990s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Nickel
Bertu Dressers, Santa Fe Modern Dresser, Maple
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Santa Fe Modern Dresser is our newest design for 2025. It is made in the heart of Ohio with locally sourced wood. Each dresser is hand-made in maple (or the wood of your choice)...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Maple
Ira Solid Wood and Leather Dresser by Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Ira Dresser by Crump and Kwash
Solid wood case / leather wrapped or solid wood drawer faces / dovetailed solid wood drawer boxes / premium, full extension, soft close drawer slides...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Cut Steel
Sculptural Japanese-Inspired Wooden Tall Dresser by Studio POA
By Studio POA
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Hachiroku, an evolution of Studio POA's Tariko nightstand, has an exaggerated shape and irregular drawers, resembling the act of stones tumbling, breaking, and making new interlo...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Ash
Mae Solid Wood Dresser by Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Mae dresser by Crump and Kwash.
Solid wood case / hand turned legs / hand rubbed oil finish / solid brass pulls / premium, full extension, soft close dr...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Maple, Oak, Walnut
Mae Solid Wood Nightstand and End Table by Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Mae nightstand
by Crump and Kwash
Solid wood case / hand turned legs / hand rubbed oil finish / solid brass or bronzed pulls / dovetailed solid wood ...
Category
2010s North American Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Mae Solid Wood Credenza, Cabinet, or Dresser, by Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Solid wood case / hand-turned legs / hand rubbed oil finish / solid brass pulls / premium, full extension, soft close drawer slides / solid wood, dovetai...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Alton Leather and Solid Wood Dresser by Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Alton Highboy by Crump and Kwash
Features a solid wood case / oiled or acrylic finish / leather wrapped drawer fronts / premium, full extension, soft close drawer slides / solid m...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Steel
Italian Contemporary Green Murano Glass, Brass and Wood Dresser
Located in Scandicci, Florence
Beautiful dresser designed and handcrafted by us with structure and interior in solid wood, legs and finishes in brass and tops and decorations in emerald colored Murano glass.
It i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Leia Tallboy by Erika Gambella
Located in Milan, IT
Characterized by linear design, smooth sides, and rounded edges, this Scandinavian-style tallboy is handcrafted of solid maple wood with a natural finish and a polished beeswax coati...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
Wide Pacific Dresser in Cerused White Oak by VOLK
By VOLK 3
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Solid white oak with turned brass legs and drawer pulls.
Cerused finish.
Dimensions: 46” W x 18” D x 36” H.
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Swiss Designer, Dresser, Pine, Switzerland, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine dresser or chest of drawers, designed and produced in Switzerland, c. 1930s.
Category
1930s Swiss Vintage Modern Dressers
Materials
Pine
Modern Walnut 3-Drawer Dresser
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Modern walnut 3-drawer dresser is made in the heart of Ohio with locally sourced wood. Each piece is hand-made with solid walnut and finished with a beautiful matte commercial g...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Phillip Modern Solid Wood Dresser by Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Phillip Dresser by Crump and Kwash
Solid wood case with continuous waterfall grain / blackened steel pulls and base / hand shaped solid wood feet / hand rubbed oil finish / premium...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Steel
Karin Dresser by Erika Gambella
Located in Milan, IT
Boasting a linear design and an impeccable construction, this dresser brings Scandinavian-style elegance to any home. The sober and elegant structure is handcrafted of solid maple wo...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
White Oak Modern Dresser
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This modern dresser is made in the heart of Ohio with locally sourced wood. Each dresser is hand-made with solid white oak and finished with a beautiful matt...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Oak
ZHU Dresser by Erika Gambella
Located in Milan, IT
Enhancing the traditional values of unconstraint simplicity of forms, this dresser is a superb expression of impeccable workmanship. The linear solid ash frame has six drawers in dif...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Style White Oak Dresser
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Mid-Century Modern white oak dresser is made in the heart of Ohio with locally sourced wood. Each dresser is hand-made with solid white oak and ...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Hardwood
Pacific Highboy by Volk
By VOLK 3
Located in Brooklyn, NY
As shown:
Solid walnut with custom turned brass legs.
Solid poplar drawers with turned brass drawer pulls.
Fabric drawer linings upon request for an additional fee.
Oil and wax f...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Lacquered Solid Wood Modern Minimal Modular Drawers from Costantini, Baccello
By Costantini
Located in New York, NY
Baccello lacquered solid wood Modern minimal modular drawers from Costantini.
Each unit measures 20" x 20" x 5" high. 6 units as shown.
Each one...
Category
2010s Argentine Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
"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 Dressers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Connect Floating Dresser
Located in Vancouver, BC
The Connect Floating Dresser is designed to express the process by which each piece is created, with visible construction and fastening details that ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Dressers
Materials
Bronze, Steel
Vintage Henredon Scene Two 2 Burl Wood Dresser Lowboy Cabinet
By Henredon
Located in Saddle River, NJ
Henredon Scene Two 2 Burl Wood Dresser Lowboy Cabinet
This vintage dresser is a perfect addition to any home looking for a touch of classic style. The burl wood adds a unique and ey...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Dressers
Materials
Burl
Modern to Post Modern White Laminate 6 Drawer Custom Dresser or Center Display
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous modern to postmodern white laminate six drawer custom built dresser by Center Displays Custom Furniture and Cabinets of KCMO. Somewhat ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Dressers
Materials
Composition, Metal, Brass
Italian Contemporary White Murano Glass, Brass and Wood Dresser
Located in Scandicci, Florence
Beautiful dresser designed and handcrafted by us with structure and interior in solid wood, legs and finishes in brass and tops and decorations in warm white colored Murano glass.
I...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Vintage Woven Herringbone Faux Bamboo Rattan and Brass Dresser
Located in Roanoke, VA
Gorgeous vintage dresser features faux bamboo detailing and woven rattan basketweave in herringbone pattern. The dresser has striking brass hardware and corner accents. The uniqe rat...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Dressers
Materials
Faux Bamboo, Rattan
Oslo Dresser in Cherry by Studio Moe
Located in Portland, OR
Simplicity and beauty intersect in this modern interpretation of a tradition design. Our Oslo cherry dresser features three deep dovetailed drawers nestled in an open frame. The draw...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Cherry
Chest of drawers, sapphire blue antique murano glass, gold leaf, brass, availabl
Located in Guazzora, IT
**Murano Glass Three-Drawer Chest**
Introducing the Murano Glass Three-Drawer Chest - a stunning fusion of art, design, and craftsmanship that encapsulates the timeless elegance o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Model 03 – Modern Solid Wood Dresser Credenza w/ Painted Steel and Leather
By Koba
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Model 03 is our most versatile creation of Series 01. Capable of filling the role of a dresser, credenza or sideboard. Drawing inspiration from Mid Century cabinetry, Model 03 is our...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Steel
Pitagora Chest Of Drawers by Ivano Colombo
Located in Milan, IT
Lightweight and versatile, this fine chest of drawers is a sculptural piece providing a classic-inspired touch in any interior space. The ebony storage unit is organized in four larg...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Dressers
Materials
Leather, Ebony, Walnut
Modern White Blossom Flower Glass Mosaic 9-Chest of Drawer by Ercole Home
By Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The blossom chest of drawers by Ercole Home has a 9-drawer front, with white wash finish on oakwood.
Handcut glass mosaic in variety shades of white and ivory decorate the surface i...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Metal
Bernhardt Walnut Lowboy Dresser
By Bernhardt
Located in Countryside, IL
Bernhardt Walnut Lowboy Dresser
This lowboy measures: 73 wide x 21.5 deep x 36.75 inches high
We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to show as much detail as possible....
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Chrome
Mae Modern Highboy Dresser by Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Mae highboy dresser by Crump and Kwash.
The Mae Highboy features a solid wood case, hand turned legs, and an oiled or acrylic finish. The pulls are milled from solid brass and giv...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Maple, Oak, Walnut
Bond Burled Wood Six-Drawer Dresser
Located in New York, NY
Timelessly Chic. From our chic burled wood collection—warm mappa wood floats between acrylic legs with stainless steel accents. Six generous drawers showcas...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Dressers
Materials
Lucite, Wood, Burl
Laurameroni "Maxima" Modern Chest of Drawers in Bronze Liquid Metal
Located in Monza, IT
Wooden chest of drawers with Maxima carved drawers and structure covered in liquid metal bronze. Equipped with 2 external drawers and 2 internal drawers. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dressers
Materials
Bronze
Taliesin Dresser & Mirror by Frank Lloyd Wright for Heritage-Henredon
Located in San Francisco, CA
A rare mahogany dresser and mirror set by Frank Lloyd Wright for Heritage-Henredon.
The dresser features ten drawers with recessed handles, complemented by a mirror adorned with Wri...
Category
1950s American Vintage Modern Dressers
Materials
Mahogany, Glass
Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams Farrah 5 Drawer Modern Tall Chest Dresser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams Farrah 5 Drawer Modern Tall Chest Dresser. Item features clean modern lines, long brass drawer pulls, beautiful wood grain, and original makers labels. C...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood, Paint
Booleanos Commode, 3 Drawers Chest of Drawers in Dark Wood Veneer, Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Booleanos Commode, 3 Drawers Chest of Drawers in Dark Wood Veneer, Joel Escalona
Each piece of the Booleanos collection recreates an optical illusion that blurs the line between two...
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Dovetail Scandinavian Six-Drawer Dresser
Located in Milan, IT
Deftly handcrafted of solid chestnut, this Scandinavian-style dresser will make an elegant addition to a contemporary interior. Linear and sleek, it features six drawers distinguishe...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
The Square Dresser. Brazilian Solid Wood and Natural Straw
Located in São Paulo, SP
The dresser from the Square Series - Your sophisticated choice. Combining practicality, contemporary style, and elegance, this dresser is meticulously crafted in solid wood and avail...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
Barbara Barry Tuxedo Tall Chest For Henredon
Located in Toledo, OH
This tall tuxedo chest features dovetailed drawer construction, dark mahogany finish and felt lined top drawers. Designed by renowned American designer Barbara Barry for Henredon cir...
Category
20th Century North American Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
Pair of bedside tables in walnut and stone effect glass handmade
Located in Guazzora, IT
This pair of handcrafted bedside tables, entirely handmade in Italy, represents an example of excellence in furniture design and workmanship. Each bedside table features two drawers...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
BOND DRESSER - Modern 6 Drawer Nude Cathedral Oak + Exotic Black/White Groove
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
Introducing the "Bond Dresser," a true testament to contemporary American craftsmanship. This exceptional dresser transcends its utilitarian role and transforms into a statement piec...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Oak
Lawrence Peabody Oak Dresser, 2201P, Craft Associates Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
designer: Lawrence Peabody
Manufacturer: Craft Associates® Furniture
Period/Model: Mid Century Modern
Specs: Oak, Brass
dimensions
H: 30.5" (77.47cm)
L: 42.75" (108.59...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Baker Furniture Walnut Campaign Highboy Dresser
Located in Countryside, IL
Baker Furniture Walnut Campaign Highboy Dresser
This highboy measures: 38 wide x 19 deep x 42.75 inches high
We take our photos in a controlled ligh...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Metal
CRIS Chest of Drawers
Located in Frazão, Porto
The CRIS chest of drawers is suitable for Classic or contemporary bedroom styles. The six drawers facilitate the correct storage of your clothes ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Phillip Highboy Modern Solid Wood Dresser by Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Phillip Highboy Dresser by Crump and Kwash
Solid wood case / solid steel pulls and base / hand shaped solid wood feet / hand rubbed oil finish / premium, full extension, soft clos...
Category
2010s North American Modern Dressers
Materials
Steel
Oslo Dresser in quartersawn ash by Studio Moe
Located in Portland, OR
Simplicity and beauty intersect in this modern interpretation of a tradition design. Our Oslo Dresser in quartersawn ash features three deep dovetailed drawers nestled in an open fra...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Ash
Light Oak Modern Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
Light Oak Modern Dresser with a light whitewashed oak finish, has a simple cubist geometric form with eight drawers, each with soft closing me...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
Oslo Sideboard in Ash by Studio Moe
Located in Portland, OR
Refresh your dining room or bedroom with the simply streamlined Oslo sideboard. Open holes replace traditional hardware in this unique design. Free of h...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Ash
Modern Walnut Dresser
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This modern dresser is made in the heart of Ohio with locally sourced wood. Each dresser is hand-made with solid walnut and finished with a beautiful matte commercial grade finish. I...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
George Nelson Thin Edge Group Dresser, Double, Santos Palisander, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
George Nelson thin edge double dresser, chest, Santos Palisander, Herman Miller.
In 1944, Life magazine published an extensive article...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
RECAMIER NIGHTSTAND - Modern Oak and Lacquer Body + Silver Leaf Hand-Carved Pull
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
RECAMIER NIGHTSTAND - Modern Oak and Lacquer Body + Silver Leaf Hand-Carved Pull
The Recamier Nightstand is a beautifully designed piece of furniture that adds a touch of elegance a...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Gold Leaf
Solid Oak Long Dresser – BEAM
Located in Karabağlar/Izmir, TR
The BEAM Series Solid Oak Drawer Dresser is designed to offer both aesthetic appeal and functionality in your home. Crafted from durable and uniquely textured oak wood, this solid wo...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood, Oak
1980s Mirrored Armoire
Located in Denton, TX
1980s mirrored armoire with brass accents in the style of Ello. Giant storage space for clothes, shoes, and purses while also a full size functional m...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Dressers
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Modern Glenn of California Dressers or Credenzas Off White Lacquer a Pair
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Modern to Postmodern dressers or credenzas with aluminum accents surrounding the drawers by Glenn of California, a pair. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that t...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Dressers
Materials
Metal
Ello Mirrored Bachelor Chest
Located in Toledo, OH
Ello bachelor chest with stainless steel sides mirrored top and sides. One adjustable shelf. 36.5" x 18" deep x 28" tall.
Category
20th Century North American Modern Dressers
Materials
Mirror
Contemporary Neutral Hues Chest of Drawers in Bird Eye Wood & Brass Details
Located in Porto, PT
The Matrioska Chest of Drawers is a visual wonder — from its exquisite workmanship to its bold impact. The exceptional design of this modern storage allows it to become a centerpiece...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Modern dressers for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern dressers 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 dressers created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, more furniture and collectibles, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern dressers made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original dressers, popular names associated with this style include Erbanisteria Roberto Gambella, Crump and Kwash, Ercole Home, and Luis Pons. 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.