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Travertine Top Dresser

Paul McCobb Travertine Top Dresser Irwin Collection for Calvin
By Paul McCobb
Located in San Francisco, CA
mahogany case and trifold accordion doors atop a brass plated six leg base and a travertine top. In very
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Florence Knoll Walnut Dresser with Travertine Top
By Florence Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
A walnut chest of drawers with brushed steel base and travertine top. Designed by Florence Knoll
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Vintage 1960s Dressers

Materials

Travertine

JL Metz Dresser w/ Burl and Travertine
By J. L. Metz Furniture Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
burl front drawers, inset travertine top and patina brass stretchers. Please confirm location NY or NJ.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Travertine, Brass

JL Metz Dresser w/ Burl and Travertine
JL Metz Dresser w/ Burl and Travertine
H 31.25 in W 72.25 in D 20.5 in
Thomasville Sculptural 'Acrhed' 9 Drawer Dresser Walnut, Olive Burl, Travertine
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Thomasville
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, elevated by the original travertine top. Exceptional styling and scale + superior materials and
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Mirror, Walnut, Burl

Paul McCobb Eight-Drawer Dresser Marble Top for Calvin Furniture, 1950s
By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in Camden, ME
Paul McCobb eight-drawer walnut dresser is part of McCobb's Irwin line manufactured by Calvin
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Marble

American Mid-Century Modern End Table Travertine by John Van Koert for Drexel
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in San Diego, CA
Italian Travertine top beveled edges and great lines. Freshly refinished beautifully and very hard to find
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Travertine

Paul McCobb Chest of Drawers for Calvin The Irwin Collection
By Irwin Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in Chicago, IL
with 3/4" thick travertine marble top. Finished on back [Tag on inside drawer Paul McCobb for Calvin
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Paul McCobb Chest of Drawers Irwin Collection for Calvin
By Paul McCobb
Located in San Francisco, CA
-Century modern design and very functional for everyday use. Made from bleached mahogany with a travertine
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Light Walnut Long Travertine Top 9 Drawers Dresser Credenza Drop Ring Pulls MINT
By Tomlinson/Erwin-Lambeth Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern light walnut long travertine Top 9 Drawers Dresser Credenza Brass Drop Ring
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Marble, Brass

Vintage Travertine Top Chests of Drawers by Henredon- a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Exceptional pair or commodes/small dressers by Henredon. Each feature 7 spacious drawers with
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Vintage 1980s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Travertine

Vintage Walnut and Travertine Sideboard by Gerry Zanck for Gregori Furniture
By Gregori Furniture, Gerry Zanck
Located in North Hollywood, CA
radiant finish, adding a touch of luxury to its timeless aesthetic. The travertine top not only exudes
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Forst Cabinet
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
system. The beautiful top is available in raw travertine or in one of the following marble versions
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2010s Polish Cabinets

Materials

Travertine, Marble, Steel

Forst Cabinet
Forst Cabinet
H 51.19 in W 13.78 in D 31.5 in
Forst Sideboard
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
or lamp. The dresser has a beautiful top available in raw travertine or in one of the following
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2010s Polish Sideboards

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Travertine, Marble, Steel

Forst Sideboard
Forst Sideboard
H 18.12 in W 15.75 in D 47.25 in
Forst Grooved Cabinet & Marble Shelf
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
system. The beautiful top is available in raw travertine or in one of the following marble versions
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2010s Polish Cabinets

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Marble, Steel

Forst Grooved Cabinet & Marble Shelf
Forst Grooved Cabinet & Marble Shelf
H 51.19 in W 13.78 in D 31.5 in
Forst Cabinet & Marble Shelf
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
system. The beautiful top is available in raw travertine or in one of the following marble versions
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2010s Polish Cabinets

Materials

Marble, Steel

Forst Cabinet & Marble Shelf
Forst Cabinet & Marble Shelf
H 51.19 in W 13.78 in D 31.5 in
Forst Grooved Cabinet
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
system. The beautiful top is available in raw travertine or in one of the following marble versions
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2010s Polish Cabinets

Materials

Marble, Steel

Forst Grooved Cabinet
Forst Grooved Cabinet
H 51.19 in W 13.78 in D 31.5 in
Forst Grooved Sideboard
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
or lamp. The dresser has a beautiful top available in raw travertine or in one of the following
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2010s Polish Sideboards

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Marble, Steel

Forst Grooved Sideboard
Forst Grooved Sideboard
H 18.12 in W 15.75 in D 47.25 in

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Vintage 1960s American Dressers

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Travertine Top Dresser For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the travertine top dresser you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A travertine top dresser — often made from wood, stone and limestone — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect travertine top dresser — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each travertine top dresser bearing Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made travertine top dresser over the years, but those crafted by Paul McCobb, American of Martinsville and Calvin are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Travertine Top Dresser?

Prices for a travertine top dresser start at $1,600 and top out at $12,000 with the average selling for $3,999.

Finding the Right storage-case-pieces for You

Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets 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 storage 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. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, 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.

Questions About Travertine Top Dresser
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A dresser with a mirror on top is also called a bureau. It has a cabinet with horizontal drawers stacked one above the other and is usually waist-high. Typically, a dresser with a mirror is placed in the bedroom. On 1stDibs, you will find different types of dressers.

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