Antique Commodes & Chests
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English 19th Century Mahogany Linen Press
$3,200.0078.25"H x 50"W x 22"D
Dimensions: 78 ¼” H x 50” W x 22” D
A classic mahogany linen press made in England. Simple in design, this linen press celebrates the beauty of the mahogany wood. A pair of paneled doors open with a working lock and key to a fitted interior with five 17” deep pull out linen shelves. The base of this cabinet has four drawers with brass pulls. Cleaned and polished with a paste wax, this antique is ready for your immediate use. Be sure to look at the detailed images to see the current condition.
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French 19th Century Petite Empire Commode
$3,200.0033"H x 32.25"W x 18"D
Dimensions: 33” H x 32 ¼” W x 18” D
A petite French Empire commode made of mahogany, is topped with its original black fossil marble. Three easy-to-use drawers with brass lion head pulls are flanked by column form legs ending in ebonized paw feet. Cleaned and polished with a French paste wax this antique is ready for your immediate use. Be sure to look at the detailed images to see the current condition of this commode.
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English 19th Century Mahogany Linen Press
$3,200.0080.50"H x 48"W x 22"D
Dimensions: 80 ½” H x 48” W x 22” D
A large mahogany linen press made in England. This case piece has two paneled doors that open with a working lock and key to reveal four pull out linen press shelves at 16” deep. The bottom holds a chest of four roomy drawers, all with brass drawer pulls, and rests on a plinth base. Cleaned and polished with a paste wax, this antique is ready for your immediate use. Be sure to look at the detailed images to see the current condition of this linen press.
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Dutch Empire Style Tall Chest
$2,500.0062"H x 44.25"W x 20.75"D
Dimensions: 62” H x 44 ¼” W x 20 ¾” D
A tall Dutch Empire style chest made of mahogany and ebonized wood during the 1800’s. This mahogany case piece has six bookmatched drawer fronts each with two ring drawer pulls for easy accessibility. Ebonized columns topped with ball finials flank the roomy drawers and connect to the block feet. There is a single key that works all the drawer locks. Cleaned and polished with a paste wax, this antique is ready for your immediate use. Be sure to look at the detailed images to see the current condition of this chest.
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French 19th Century Walnut Commode
$3,200.0034.75"H x 50.50"W x 22"D
Dimensions: 34 ¾” H x 50 ½” W x 22” D
A French walnut commode from 19th Century France. The black marble top is more recent and compliments the cabinet base. There are four total drawers in this chest. The first drawer is hidden just below the new marble top. Below are three burl and bookmatched walnut drawer fronts. The drawers are easy to use with their brass knobs and a single key works for all locks. The whole case piece is raised on simple block feet. Cleaned and polished with a French paste wax this antique is ready for your immediate use. Be sure to view the detailed images.
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English 19th Century Mahogany Bookcase Chest
$3,200.0091"H x 48.13"W x 22"D
Dimensions: 91” H x 48 ⅛” W x 22” D
A rare English mahogany chest of drawers with a bookcase top. This cabinet has two glass front doors that open with a working lock and key to three adjustable interior shelves, 15”D. The chest has 5 working drawers all with easy to use turned knobs. Cleaned and polished with a paste wax, this cabinet is ready for your immediate use. Be sure to view reh detailed images to see its current condition.
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Dutch 19th Century Oak Empire Chest
$2,500.0041.75"H x 41.25"W x 21.25"D
Dimensions: 41 ¾” H x 41 ¼” W x 21 ¼” D
A classic Dutch Empire chest made of oak during the 1800’s. The top drawer protrudes forward over three drawers flaked with ebonized columns featuring brass capitals at the top and bases. All the drawers have brass escutcheon plates and ring pulls, the top left ring pull is missing. Cleaned and polished with a French paste wax, this chest is ready for your immediate use. Be sure to look at the detailed images for a closer view of the antique’s condition.
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English Reproduction Chinoiserie Chest
Original price was: $2,200.00.$1,650.00Current price is: $1,650.00.35.50"H x 18.88"W x 14.38"D
Dimensions: 35 ½” H x 18 ⅞” W x 14 ⅜” D
A functional reproduction chest of drawers in the Chinoiserie style. This cabinet has a serpentine shaped front with five easy to use drawers all with metal knobs. Chinoiserie style decoration can be found throughout this tall and narrow chest. The whole is raised cabriole legs with pad feet. Be sure to view the detailed images for the current condition.
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French 18th Century Solid Oak Commode
$3,200.0034"H x 43.50"W x 23.75"D
Dimensions: 34” H x 43 ½” W x 23 ¾” D
A handsome French commode made in the 1780’s of solid oak. The drawers have intricately hand cut steel escutcheon plates and knobs. The drawers have been cleaned and slide open with ease. This commode has been tightened and polished with a French paste wax, ready for your immediate use. Be sure to view the detailed images.
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French 19th Century Louis Philippe Commode
$2,995.0034.25"H x 48.25"W x 21.75"D
Dimensions: 34 ¼” H x 48 ¼” W x 21 ¾” D
A French Louis Philippe burl and bookmatched mahogany commode is in wonderful antique condition. There are four working locks surrounded with gilt bronze escutcheons, 1 key is used for all locks. Three of the large drawers have recently added Empire styled drop pulls for easy use and all the drawers slide with ease. This commode has been cleaned and polished with a French paste wax, ready for immediate use. Be sure to view the detailed images to see its current condition.
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French 19th Century Louis Philippe Mahogany Commode
Original price was: $3,400.00.$2,700.00Current price is: $2,700.00.35.25"H x 50"W x 22.50"D
Dimensions: 35 ¼” H x 50” W x 22 ½” D
A beautiful 19th century French mahogany Louis Philippe style commode, circa 1840. The original removable marble top is in superb antique condition and has canted corners shaped to match the base. The marble is gorgeous with dramatic charcoal, gray, and white patterns throughout. Four bookmatched veneer mahogany drawers provide plenty of storage space. The top frieze drawer is easy to open with a provided key and round decorative brass pulls are provided to open the lower three drawers. The piece is supported on a plinth base and has beautiful woodwork on the sides as well as the front. Cleaned with French wax paste this case piece is ready for immediate use. Make sure to view the detailed images for a closer look at this handsome flame mahogany commode.
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French 20th Century Painted Commode
$3,500.0033.25"H x 39.50"W x 20.25"D
Dimensions: 33 ¼” H x 39 ½” W x 20 ¼” D
A fabulous shaped skirt and cabriole legs make this 20th century French stripped and painted commode a standout. This recently painted case piece incorporates elements of both Louis XV and Regence styles. The shaped top with a curvy molded edge is atop three large bowed and shaped panel drawers with crested escutcheon plates and painted metal drop pulls with floral motifs. Three keys, also with a painted finish, are present and rest inside three working locks. The lovely molding follows down to four curving cabriole legs connected by a shaped hand-carved skirt. This commode pairs elegant shapes and fluid lines with a textured rustic painted patina to make an interesting and beautiful piece that would be a wonderful addition to a bedroom, powder room or child’s room. Be sure to view all the images for a closer look.
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English 19th Century Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers
$3,300.0040.75"H x 42"W x 18.75"D
Dimensions: 40 ¾” H x 42” W x 18 ¾” D
A stunning mahogany chest of drawers, made in early 19th century England, circa 1820. This five drawer case antique is made in the Georgian style and features a linear composition with extraordinarily clean lines and a polished, finished presence. The graduated drawers all slide with ease and are accessed using their wonderful brass bail pulls – decorated with the ostrich feather and coronet coat of arms of the Prince of Wales. A shaped skirt complements the splayed front feet. There are no keys present.
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French 19th Century Petite Walnut Commode
$2,200.0029"H x 22"W x 17.25"D
Dimensions: 29”H x 22”W x 17-¼”D
This darling commode was crafted from a richly toned walnut during the 1880s in France. The whole has been recently cleaned and waxed with French wax paste and showcases a fine patina. A bank of three drawers compose the petite body. The top drawer is fit with a functioning lock and includes a key while the lower drawers feature a simply turned wooden pull. The whole is raised on turned fit that finish with ballpoint feet. Make sure to view the detailed images to get a closer look at the current condition.
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French Vintage Marble Top Demilune Chest
$1,495.0028.75"H x 26.88"W x 14"D
Dimensions: 28-¾”H x 26-⅞”W x 14”D
This striking little demilune chest features exceptional inlaid mahogany in varying varieties that have been thoughtfully book matched and placed about the chest to maximize the beauty expressed through its grain. Made in France in 1965, this vintage chest was created in the style of Louis XVI and underwent a refinishing in November of 2009. This restoration is documented in writing beneath the half moon piece of Breche d’Alep marble which tops the chest, along with the maker’s signature “Vecnissage par H.B.B Maco 1965”. Two shaped drawers are housed within the chest and bedecked with cast brass pulls and escutcheons. There are no keys present. Beautiful cast brass ormolu can also be found about the front feet, apron and flanking the bank of drawers.
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French 19th Century Petite Chest
$1,685.0028.88"H x 23.50"W x 11.75"D
Dimensions: 28-⅞”H x 23-½”W x 11-¾”D
This petite mahogany bedside table was crafted in France during the 19th century. A breakfront pierced brass gallery surrounds the antique white marble top. The marble is in excellent condition. Three drawers with thumbnail molding are fixed with small brass pulls and easily open. Rectangular, tapered legs with brass sabots support the whole. Make sure to view the detailed images to get a closer look at this wonderful little nightstand!
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Petite French Empire Commode
$2,995.0032.63"H x 38.50"W x 20.38"D
Dimensions: 32-⅝”H x 38-½”W x 20-⅜”D
This wonderful Empire mahogany commode was created in 19th century France. Topped with a removable piece of black fossil granite with rounded front corners. The apron houses a hidden drawer without hardware, it opens easily with groves hidden on the underside of the drawer. Three lower drawers each feature a pair of highly decorative cast brass pulls with a beautiful floral motif and simple brass inset keyholes. No key is present for this piece. Recently cleaned and polished with French wax paste; the bookmatched mahogany veneer has gained a warm patina. There is some minor wear to the drawer edges, adding to its antique charm. Make sure to view the detailed images for a closer look at this petite case piece.
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French 19th Century Demilune Commode
Original price was: $1,200.00.$950.00Current price is: $950.00.28.63"H x 24.25"W x 14"D
Dimensions: 28-⅝”H x 24-¼”W x 14”D
This charming mahogany demilune commode is made in the style of Louis XVI from 19th century France. The top is beautiful white marble with a pierced brass gallery. Three drawers with thumbnail carving are all fixed with brass pulls that feature floral petal details. Turned legs with brass sabot feet support the whole. Make sure to view the detailed images to get a closer look at the condition.
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English 18th Century George II Style Apprentice Chest
$2,150.0018.5"H x 12.25"W x 7.63"D
Dimensions: 18-½”H x 12-¼”W x 7-⅝”D
A lovely, English apprentice chest from the 18th century, c. 1780. This wonderful work is that of an apprentice that studied under a woodworker. In order to work for the woodworker, the apprentice would have to build a box, utilizing his best skills. The chest is oak and its hardware is brass. It has a unique crown-like trim around the top making this chest one-of-a-kind.
Antique Commodes & Chests From Fireside Antiques
Some of the best antiques are those that perform double-duty in your home, acting as both a decorative conversation piece and a functional piece of furniture. With our antique commodes and chests, you’ll have just that: a sturdy, handcrafted piece built to last and an eye-catching conversation starter for any guest who sees it.
Our antique chests range in age from as early as the 17th century all the way to 20th-century pieces and reproductions, each with its own unique history to share. The chest of drawers was common across Europe and the US for hundreds of years, so antique models come in numerous shapes and finishes. With enough patience, you’ll be able to find one to match any modern style.
Because they come in so many different designs, a good chest of drawers can fit into any room, both from a stylistic perspective and a logistical perspective. The right-sized chest can fit in a corner, under a table, or even in a hallway, making the most of any unused space.
Fortunately, rustic and antique furniture options are currently very trendy, so there’s no need to hide your chest of drawers away in a bedroom or basement. Feel free to put it on display in your family room, dining room, or kitchen if you so desire.
One of the most significant aspects of antique dressers, in fact, is their flexibility and reusability in any design. As a storage device, antique commodes can hold anything from fine china and dishes to various loose items, not just the usual clothing we tend to use them for nowadays.
History of the Chest
Believe it or not, while it doesn’t feel like we can live without them today, antique commodes and chests weren’t very common until the late 19th century. This was because long-distance, intercontinental travel became common (and accessible to the everyday person) around the same time.
When people traveled, they would use a permanent chest of drawers to store away any belongings they didn’t want to take with them. A smaller, portable trunk (or what we better know today as a suitcase) became popular to transport a few outfits on long journeys.
Over time, these chests and trunks became more ornate, both as a sign of wealth for the owner and to double as a decorative piece in the home. Today, while even the simplest antique chests have their own unique charms, the most intricate ones make particularly exceptional statement pieces. To find the perfect fit, you can browse Fireside’s selection of antique commodes.