Antique Chests And Cabinets
18th Century Belgian Louis XV Antique Chests And Cabinets
Oak
Mid-19th Century British Colonial Antique Chests And Cabinets
Pine
16th Century German Renaissance Antique Chests And Cabinets
Wood, Walnut
Late 19th Century American Industrial Antique Chests And Cabinets
Iron
1850s Victorian Antique Chests And Cabinets
Mahogany
17th Century European Baroque Antique Chests And Cabinets
Iron
19th Century English Victorian Antique Chests And Cabinets
Wood
1920s British Art Deco Antique Chests And Cabinets
Walnut
Early 18th Century Danish Antique Chests And Cabinets
Wood, Oak
18th Century English British Colonial Antique Chests And Cabinets
Hardwood
Late 19th Century British Antique Chests And Cabinets
Oak
16th Century Italian Gothic Antique Chests And Cabinets
Iron
1750s English George II Antique Chests And Cabinets
Pine
Early 19th Century European Renaissance Antique Chests And Cabinets
Oak
Late 19th Century Edwardian Antique Chests And Cabinets
Paint
19th Century British Regency Antique Chests And Cabinets
Brass
Late 18th Century Italian Folk Art Antique Chests And Cabinets
Fir
18th Century European Louis XV Antique Chests And Cabinets
Maple, Oak, Burl
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Chests And Cabinets
Oak
17th Century British William and Mary Antique Chests And Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century American William and Mary Antique Chests And Cabinets
Mahogany, Cedar
15th Century and Earlier Antique Chests And Cabinets
Iron
17th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Chests And Cabinets
Other, Wrought Iron
15th Century and Earlier Antique Chests And Cabinets
Wrought Iron
18th Century Gothic Antique Chests And Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century American American Colonial Antique Chests And Cabinets
Brass, Iron
19th Century Gothic Antique Chests And Cabinets
Oak
15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Antique Chests And Cabinets
Wrought Iron
18th Century American Chippendale Antique Chests And Cabinets
Pine
17th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Chests And Cabinets
Walnut
1760s American Antique Chests And Cabinets
Wood, Pine
Mid-19th Century French Rustic Antique Chests And Cabinets
Steel
1780s Dutch Antique Chests And Cabinets
Walnut
15th Century and Earlier German Gothic Antique Chests And Cabinets
Wrought Iron
19th Century Southeast Asian Ming Antique Chests And Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Chests And Cabinets
Mahogany
19th Century English Victorian Antique Chests And Cabinets
Iron
19th Century Indonesian Rustic Antique Chests And Cabinets
Iron
Early 19th Century German Baroque Antique Chests And Cabinets
Wood
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Chests And Cabinets
Oak
Mid-18th Century Italian Folk Art Antique Chests And Cabinets
Fir
19th Century Chinese Federal Antique Chests And Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century Antique Chests And Cabinets
Hardwood
16th Century French Gothic Antique Chests And Cabinets
Oak
Late 19th Century French Campaign Antique Chests And Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century Antique Chests And Cabinets
Mahogany
Early 18th Century English Jacobean Antique Chests And Cabinets
Oak
1780s British Antique Chests And Cabinets
Oak
17th Century French Renaissance Antique Chests And Cabinets
Ash
1840s English Campaign Antique Chests And Cabinets
Hardwood
17th Century Spanish Renaissance Antique Chests And Cabinets
Chestnut
18th Century and Earlier English Antique Chests And Cabinets
18th Century Antique Chests And Cabinets
Brass
19th Century English George III Antique Chests And Cabinets
Elm
19th Century Antique Chests And Cabinets
Brass
16th Century Antique Chests And Cabinets
Oak
19th Century Latvian Antique Chests And Cabinets
Pine
Late 18th Century Dutch Antique Chests And Cabinets
Oak
Late 19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Antique Chests And Cabinets
Wood, Lacquer
Late 18th Century Dutch Antique Chests And Cabinets
Oak
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Finding the Right commodes-chests-of-drawers for You
Is it 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 a 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.
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022For an item to be considered antique, it needs to be 100 years or older. It can be tricky to determine the age of a cabinet on your own. The best way to determine the value and age of your china cabinet is to work with a certified appraiser. You’ll find expertly vetted antique china cabinets and other furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021How much an antique china cabinet is worth depends on the style of the cabinet, age and condition. Any additional features/decorative touches might increase the worth of the cabinet. That is, a cabinet with hand painting or carving will cost more in general. Also, the older the cabinet, the more its value. An antique china cabinet can be purchased for $1500 onwards. Find a collection of antique china cabinets today on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023How much an antique record player cabinet is worth depends on a variety of factors. The age, materials, maker and condition all impact value. If the record player remains inside the cabinet, and whether or not it is operational will also affect the price you can expect to receive for it. Having the cabinet evaluated by a certified appraiser is a simple way to find out how much your piece is worth. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of record players.
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