French Neoclassical Four-Drawer Commode w/Rounded Column Side Posts
Located in Atlanta, GA
The medium tone fruitwood has nice graining and lovely old patina. This19th century French Neoclassical chest-of-drawers will make a wonderful statement piece, perfect for your stora...
Brass
Indian 19th Century Merchant's Chest with Pierced Geometric Decor and Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Indian merchant's chest from the 19th century, with pierced brass geometric decor and weathered patina.
Brass
A Large 18th Century Beautifully Hand-Painted Wood Three-Drawer Commode, Italy
Located in Atlanta, GA
The top is wood grain, and overall this chest shows exquisite patina from age and history of use.
Wood
Dazzling Rattan, Cane and Brass Commode by Tommi Parzinger - Pair Available
By Willow and Reed, Tommi Parzinger
Located in Atlanta, GA
The brass hardware has been professionally polished and displays lovely patina. This chest is completely installation ready.
Brass
Magnificent Restored Cerused Oak Commode by Lorin Jackson for Grosfeld House
By Grosfeld House, Lorin Jackson
Located in Atlanta, GA
The brass solid hardware has been professionally hand polished and displays a lovey patina. The chest is signed on the bottom of one of the drawers.
Brass
EXQUISITE BURR & BURL WALNUT SIDEBOARD BANK OR CHEST OF DRAWERS STUNNiNG PATINA
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
A well-made and decorative piece, this is larger than usual and with a timber patina I've not seen before, usually there are less burls and it has a yellow hew, this is a proper brown.
Walnut
Chinese Qing Dynasty Period Apothecary Chest with 32 Drawers and Aged Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing dynasty period apothecary chest from the 19th century, with 32 drawers and dark patina.
Wood
Antique Low Kang Chest with a Natural Patina from 19th Century China
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese 19th century low Kang chest displaying a natural patina and a light brown lacquer.
Wood
Wave Jewelry Chest in Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
This piece has 4 drawer compartments and sits on 4 bronze-patina brass legs. See images at end of slide of other jewelry chests by R&Y Augousti The dimensions of this piece are...
Brass
Chinese 18th Ctr. Qing Dynasty Book Chest
Located in Kastrup, DK
Thick red lacquer with a natural age-related patina that gives the book chest character. The book chest is in original condition, has only been given a light clear surface finish whi...
Metal
1940's George Zee Design Artistic Chest Coffee Table
By George Zee and Co
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Gorgeous 1940's blanket chest/coffee table designed by George Zee of Hong Kong.
Brass
Mid-18th Century Ming Style Chest in Black Lacquer
Located in Kastrup, DK
A clear lacquer finish highlights the antique character and beautiful patina of this chest. From Jiangsu Province, mid-18th century.
Wood
Italian 17th Century Emilian-Bolognese Chest of Drawers with Ashlar Front
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rich walnut tones, softened edges, and a naturally aged patina highlight the chest’s authenticity and centuries of use.
Wood
$1,960Sale Price / set|20% Off
Exotic Brass Nail Head & Enameled Wood Nesting Trunks or Chests
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Circa 1980's brass nail head nesting blanket storage trunks. Each is beautifully hand crafted in wood with felt lining. Not marked by origin. Most likely India or Tiwan. They all s...
Brass, Enamel
Low Chest in Rosewood and Tiles, of Danish Design from the 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
In great vintage condition, this chest bears the patina of age, adding to its charm and character.
Rosewood
Pair of French Marquetry Inlaid Walnut Marble Bedside Bombe Chest of Drawers
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this very decorative pair of Walnut, Satinwood & Mahogany French Marquetry inlaid Bombe chests of drawers A very good looking and well made pair of vinta...
Marble
PAIR OF FAUX CROCODILE LEATHER 83CM TALL SiDE TABLE NIGHTSTAND CHEST OF DRAWERS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of vintage Serpentine fronted, Crocodile patina, occasional chests of drawers with ornate...
Leather
Exquisite Pair of Bombe Small Chests by Bert England for Widdicomb, circa 1965
By Bert England, John Widdicomb
Located in Atlanta, GA
The solid brass hardware has been professionally hand-polished and demonstrates fabulous patina. The chests measure: 18 x 18 inches at the widest point.
Brass
Antique Japanese Rare Early Edo Era (dated 1675!) Document Tansu 30"H
Located in Portland, OR
Along with a three and half century old warm patina this chest remains in fine original antique condition.
Wrought Iron
Early 20th century Chinese red lacquered leather Trunk
Located in Linkebeek, BE
It features scroll-shaped handles on the sides. Boasting a deep red patina, this Chinese lacquered leather chest will add a refined decorative touch to any bedroom or living room.
Brass
19th Century Mahogany Campaign Filing Cabinet
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
With its warm colour, rich patina and elegant proportions, this chest is both a highly functional storage solution and a fine piece of late 19th-century British campaign furniture.
Mahogany
Early 19th Century Rustic Farmhouse Painted Folk Art Bridal Cabinet in Yellow
Located in OOSTERHOUT, NL
The construction is solid, and the painting and patina have been preserved. The chest has an original working lock and is fitted with a simple rod on the inside.
Pine, Paint
Antique Painted Folk Art Farmhouse Bridal Cabinet 1816
Located in OOSTERHOUT, NL
Old, occasionally present woodworm marks have been checked and treated. Wedding chests like this are rarely found. The patina and the way this chest is painted make it an exclusive ...
Pine, Paint
18th Century Original Painted Writing Desk Secretary, Sweden
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
The drawers slide effortlessly. With its original patina and paint, this chest is perfect to put a lap top on it and storing keys, papers and personal items in the small drawers, in ...
Bronze
19th Century Gothic Hall Seat with Green Man Motif in Golden Oak
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Carved Golden Oak Coffer, Hall Seat This is a lovely old piece and a very useful Hall Bench, it has storage under the seat, the coffer has a carved front showing the face of the gr...
Oak
$6,000 / item
Rare Antique Korean Nothern Bandaji from Hwanghae Do
Located in Atlanta, GA
As the lining would have been periodically updated, this is likely a historical replacement. The chest shows extensive patina from use, very charming and honest in its wabi-sabi spi...
Iron
Renaissance Harpy - Italy, 16th century
Located in Bruxelles, BE
A circular attachment or mount at the rear suggests it was affixed to another object—possibly a piece of furniture, a vessel, or architectural structure such as a door or chest. The ...
Bronze
Pair of Chinese Oxblood Red Harmony Trunks, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
Heavily crazed from age and use, the once vibrant finish of red and black lacquer has mellowed over the years, now richly aged with a worn texture and dark patina. The fronts of both...
Wood
Rare Late 18th/Early 19th Century French Colored Straw Marquetry Sewing Box
Located in Forney, TX
An extremely rare complete example, featuring an exceptionally executed inlaid top in whimsical country scene depicting hunter on horseback pursuing a stag deer, with exquisite fine ...
Straw
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces 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 case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
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