Antique Commodes & Chests

Dimensions: 38 ¾” H x 38 ½” W x 17 ¼” D

A stunning mahogany chest of drawers made in England. This four drawer chest features a linear composition with clean lines and a polished, finished presence. You’ll find geometric ebonized details above the drawers that set this little chest apart from others in this style. The drawers all slide with ease and are accessed using their large scale bright brass floral drawer pulls. A shaped skirt connects to and complements the splayed front feet. Be sure to view the detailed images to see the current condition of this chest of drawers.

Dimensions: 55 ⅜” H x 39 ¾” W x 16 ¼” D

This wonderful French 19th century, solid walnut semainier is the perfect way to add more organizational storage to your space without sacrificing style. The design of the semainier was originally created in the 18th Century with 7 drawers to hold a week’s supply of clothing. It’s gained a beautiful patina since its creation circa 1830. Seven drawers each feature brass lion head pulls and simple escutcheons. No key is present. Recently cleaned and polished with French wax paste, the drawers easily open. Make sure to view the detailed images for a closer look.

Dimensions: 56 ⅛” H x 36 ¾” W x 18 ¼” D

A 19th century French Empire mahogany semainier featuring artful neoclassical hardware. Hand-crafted in France circa 1810, this semainier is fitted with seven drawers to provide a drawer of clothing or lingerie for every day of the week. A beautiful piece of subtly veined white marble sits atop this case piece’s rectilinear designed architectural body inspired by ancient Greek and Roman concepts. The top hidden frieze drawer sits below bold molding and is adorned with a large and lustrous brass winged neo-classical figure in its center. Beneath and flanked by finely turned columns with etched brass capitals and bases are the remaining six drawers that open easily and have working locks. One key is present. Each of the six drawers has sizable floral and foliate escutcheons and cast brass drawer pulls that feature gorgeous relief florals and grapes. The solid body is finished out with a plinth base and sturdy turreted feet. This elegant semainier is an excellent way to provide lots of storage without taking up alot of floor space, and it provides it with style. Be sure to view all the images to get a closer look at the details.

Dimensions: 33 ¼” H x 34 ⅝” W x 21 ¾” D

Four drawers and neoclassical details compose this outstanding Empirical commode hand-crafted in France circa 1810. This case piece is topped with an interesting piece of black, gray and white fossil marble that, along with the body, has patinated wonderfully over the decades. Iconic of the Empire style, two pilaster columns flank the bank of drawers, each having decorative brass caryatid capitals and neoclassical bases. The top frieze drawer and the three that follow all have paired swan escutcheon plates, and all open with one present key. Fierce lion head cast brass pulls allow for easy access to the lower three drawers. The whole stands on sturdy tapered feet and is covered with richly colored and beautiful bookmatched mahogany veneer. Make sure to view the detailed images to get a closer look at this fantastic commode.

Dimensions: 37” H x 47 ¾” W x 21 ⅛”D

A French Louis-Phillipe painted commode circa 1850 with faux marble top and four drawers. Created in France during the 19th century, this lovely commode features a very interesting and unique rectangular faux marble top with rounded corners, sitting above a perfectly organized facade. Four drawers, a narrow curving frieze drawer at the top followed by three larger ones, are each fitted with a simple brass oval shaped escutcheon. Two original keys are present. A small key opens the top drawer lock and a larger second key opens the other three drawers. The minimal hardware does not detract from the beautiful patina on this piece that still has its original paint. The commode is raised on block feet and has an unpainted paneled back. With its elegant lines and a most particular patina this commode is sure to add just the right stylish touch to a bedroom or living area. Be sure to view the detailed images for a closer look at the current condition of this antique.

Dimensions: 33-⅛”H x 49-⅞”W x 24”D

A stately Louis XVI style mahogany commode from 19th century France. Its original charcoal and white, shaped marble top is removable. A bank of three drawers are inset with brass paneling and easy to use brass hardware. The locks no longer function. The top drawer features three preordained sections to help keep smaller things organized. Rounded front corners feature an inset brass stamped plate and fluting. The whole is raised on turned legs with brass caps. Make sure to view the detailed images to get a closer look.

Dimensions: 40”H x 51-⅛”W x 20”D

A handsome and impressive French commode from the 1780’s. Made of solid oak, this case piece is simply designed from the Louis XVI style. The drawers have intricately hand carved designs of birds and flowers with more recent drawer pulls. All joints are tightened and cleaned. The drawers function properly and slide with ease. There are no keys and locks are no longer in working condition. We have polished this antique with a French paste wax and cleaned the drawer interiors. Please be sure to look at the detailed images.

Dimensions: 35-3/4″H x 51-1/8″W x 23-1/2″D

A fabulous French mahogany commode from 19th century France, circa 1840’s. The stunning gray and white marble top with rounded front corners is in good antique condition with few signs of wear. The apron houses a hidden drawer, free of hardware. Making up the body of the piece, three larger drawers have more recently been fixed with a pair of laurel wreath cast brass drop ring pulls for easy accessibility to the drawers. Cleaned with French wax paste and easy to open- all three drawers are inset with brass trim encircling the unadorned key-holes. Every drawer features a working lock; one key is included. The bookmatched drawer fronts showcase the unique grain patterns of the mahogany. Over 150 years of everyday use have left signs of wear of the facade, giving it a wonderful patina. Make sure to view the detailed images for a closer look at this great case piece!