1940s Commodes and Chests of Drawers

An extremely rare model Charles Dudouyt mid 20th Century French Art Deco oak sideboard. French circa 1940 This fine sideboard is signed to the back by the great designer Charles Du...

This sideboard was crafted by De Coene Frères, one of Belgium’s most celebrated Art Deco manufactories, and dates to the 1940s – a period marked by a pursuit of form, luxury, and las...

This pair of Directoire bronze mounted figural marble top kingwood nightstands commodes represents the height of French craftsmanship and timeless design. Beautifully constructed in ...

A pair of Art Deco chests crafted in rich book matched walnut, featuring sleek rectangular polished nickel pulls and striking spherical floating glass ball detailing, American, circa...

A fine and elegant chest of drawers or commode by Paolo Buffa, circa late 1940's. The handsome mahogany case is perfectly proportioned with four horizontal drawers, all with a sligh...

Chest of drawers or tall boy with curved front and eight drawers designed by Ole Wanscher for A.J. Iversen in the 1940s. Made of walnut and red beech with metal handles. Very good co...

This elegant Spanish chest of drawers is crafted in solid walnut and features a richly carved Baroque-style. The piece stands on turned legs connected by a shaped stretcher, giving i...

Set of 2 Art Deco wood and marble bedside tables 1940s Belonging to my great-grandparents, they have a drawer and a compartment with a ce...

This majestic commode has undergone a meticulous complete restoration. The chest may be re-lacquered in another Ben Moore color in advance of shipment, if so desired. A stellar ex...

An oak chest of drawers with cerused detailing designed and produced in the US, c. 1940s.

A pair of brass and wood chests of drawers designed and produced in the US, c. 1940s. Dimensions: 33” H x 30.875” W x 18.4” D

This elegant French Art Deco chest of drawers, created in the 1940s, is a striking example of refined craftsmanship and bold design. Expertly restored and finished in a deep, mirror-like black piano lacquer, it radiates timeless glamour while offering practical sophistication for modern interiors. Measuring 120 cm in width (47.2 in), 90 cm in height (35.4 in), and 50 cm in depth (19.7 in), this piece stands confidently without overwhelming a space — ideal for bedrooms, entryways, or living rooms. The commode features three spacious drawers, beautifully constructed with dovetail joints, each adorned with freshly nickel-plated circular handles that catch the light like finely cast jewelry. What makes this piece truly captivating is its sculptural presence: the body curves subtly outward at the front, framed by vertical columns reminiscent of classical architecture. These columnar details are crowned with polished metal finials, their Art Deco lines softened by the lustrous sheen of fresh nickel. The base flows into elegantly shaped legs, finished with refined metal sabots that echo the visual rhythm of the upper corners. The black lacquer surface is not simply painted, but built up through layers of traditional high-gloss piano finish — each one hand-polished to achieve a flawless, liquid-like surface that reflects its surroundings with incredible depth. More than just a chest of drawers, this Art Deco commode is a sculptural statement — designed to be admired, touched, and used. Whether holding your wardrobe essentials or serving as a luxurious accent in a curated interior, this piece embodies the elegance of 1940s Paris...

Antique French, Louis XVI style chest of drawers topped with a white Carrara marble, fluted legs finished with golden bronze clogs. Three dovetailed drawers with bronze and brass de...

A exceptional pair of difficult to source three ( 3 ) drawer commodes by Widdicomb, circa 1940. Expertly crafted mahogany case construction. Elegant, yet functional design. This unus...

Italian mid-century modern iron and glass bedside table, 1940s Bedside table made entirely of iron, painted in a cream color. The top is covered in black glass. There's a drawer at t...

Pair of 1940s bedside tables in walnut wood and maple inlays, shelves in cream Valencia marble and brass finishes. They have been completely restored, as...

Robust in presence yet restrained in ornament, this French pine commode from the 1940s is a study in sculptural utility. With softly rounded edges and turned ball feet, it embodies t...

An elegant Italian dresser from the 1940s, a magnificent example of the Art Deco style characterized by geometric lines, balanced proportions, and high-quality materials. The piece...

Refined Art Dèco Venetian dresser in Walnut Burl and Walnut Feather with extremely elegant handles in Ivory Bakelite with Brass threading ( very rare ). Classy touches are provided b...

Maison Jansen Style, Hollywood Regency, Large Commode, Black Wood, Brass, Marble A simply stunning fully refinished Dresser or Sideboard from the Hollywood Regency era in the style ...

This rare collectors highboy dresser is by Paul T. Frankl for Johnson Furniture, circa 1945, from the 'Station Wagon' series of bedroom furniture. Beautifully contrasting Mahogany an...

A finely crafted Italian two-drawer chest, designed and manufactured in Italy, showcasing the elegance and warmth of traditional Italian cabinetry. This piece features a serpentine b...

Elegant Mid-Century modern three-drawer dresser by Paolo Buffa for Permanente Mobili Cantù in walnut burl , with mirror. Accessories such as hands and feet made of gold-plated brass....

French 8 drawer cabinet with ceramic drawer fronts and side carrying handles Wholes in back for wall hanging if required.

Super quality French Louis XV Style marquetry tall chest of seven drawers with original marble top and original ormolu mounts to the drawer fronts and base of front legs. This chest ...

Fabulous pair / chest of drawers or dresser by Kittinger from their earliest Mandarin collection with bold Greek key drawer handles. Retains its original two-toned grey ad cream lac...

Antique French Louis XVI style chest of drawers. Fluted legs decorated with gilded bronze rings and clogs. Three dovetailed drawers with bronze handles. The photos and video accurat...

Pair Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Bachelor Chests – Refinished Elm w/ Brass Pulls – Mid Century Modern 1960s Exceptional pair of...

Early Pine Shop Commode From France, Circa 1940. Solid pine construction with original brass drawer hardware. Great original patina and use.

An exquisite pair three-drawer Art Deco commodes by Widdicomb, circa 1948. These rare examples are unique on the market. Stout mahogany construction with elegant lines and base detai...

A minimalist chest of drawers in the style of Alvar Aalto, crafted from solid Finnish birch with a beautifully dark-stained finish. The piece features four generously proportioned dr...

Singles of Edward Wormley for Drexel chests from the Precedent Collection with brass tone hardware, circa 1947. Size shown in photos is 32" W , also have 38"w and 48" W available ...

Elm wood cabinet with six drawers, contoured wooden handles, and tapered legs. Scandinavian production from the 1940s. A Scandinavian chest of drawers from the 1940s made of elm, ch...

A stunning Tuscan dresser from the 1940s, featuring a fine walnut burl veneer that gives the piece a natural pattern with striking visual appeal. The dynamic, symmetrical grain of ...

A brass and walnut chest of drawers designed and produced by Red Lion Furniture, USA, 1940s.

Step back in time to the sophisticated elegance of 1940s Italy with this exquisite antique nightstand, meticulously crafted from rich walnut wood and crowned with a pristine white ma...

A glamorous pair of three drawer commodes by John Stuart, circa 1940. Stout expertly crafted mahogany construction. Clean elegant case design accented with a single oversized solid b...

Hollywood Regency bar, cabinet or ebony chest in the manner of Maison Jansen. This recently ebony decorated Louis XVI style cabinet has been converted by removing the center desk and replacing it with a mirrored bar interior. Having three lowers drawers each with bronze pulls supporting an open double door mirror interior. This highly functional cabinet can be used in any office or bar setting as well as in any bedroom versatility as it can be used as a lady's dressing vanity and lingerie dresser...

Tactile and grounded, this French chest of drawers from the 1940s embodies a rustic modernism steeped in simplicity. Carved from solid pine, the piece reveals the swirling grain and ...

Antique French, Louis XVI style chest of drawers topped with a white Carrara marble, fluted legs finished with golden bronze clogs. Three dovetailed drawers with bronze and brass de...

Early production, four drawer chest designed by Florence Knoll, 1948 for Knoll International. Chest constructed of solid maple with louvered drawers and sits on solid maple conical ...

A gorgeous mid-century Hollywood Regency sculpted bleached Mahogany highboy dresser or chest of drawers By Grosfeld House USA, Circa 1940s Measures: 40"W x 21.5"D x 48.13"H. Very...

Gorgeous three-drawer nightstand chest by Paul Frankl from his highly coveted "Station Wagon Group" created in 1945 for Johnson Furniture Company of Grand Rapids. Branded mark in top...

Pair of bedside tables. Attributed to Gaetano Borsani. Three coats of Antitarlo and holes left open. Shellac painting in an unprofessional manner. Signs of use and impact and misses ...

This rare collectors ten-drawer dresser is by Paul T. Frankl for Johnson Furniture, circa 1945, from the 'Station Wagon' series of bedroom furniture. Beautifully contrasting Mahogany...

An exceptional Georgian or Regency style eight-drawer double dresser or chest of drawers By Ralph Widdicomb for John Widdicomb Co. USA, Circa 1940s Green lacquered carved solid ma...

French provincial workshop, three-drawer chest, solid oak, France, 1940s. The chest is distinguished by the gentle rounding of its upper corners, a deliberate detail that softens th...

This pair of Continental Italian demilune commodes is a striking example of timeless artistry and elegance. Expertly crafted in a classic demi-lune form, these consoles feature richl...

A Beautiful multi-purpose case piece by Edward Wormley for Drexel, circa 1947. Wonderful design allows for use as a chest, buffet or credenza. Restored in black lacquer to provide co...

Dimensions - H: 30 1/2 IN W: 41 1/4 IN D: 18 1/2 IN An elegant and classically proportioned French Louis XVI Directoire style commode, distinguished by its refined neoclassical sil...

Large commode with six drawers, solid wood with zebra wood veneer, French polish. Solid mahogany feet, polished brass handles and hardware. Italy, circa 1945 Measures: Depth 4...

Widdicomb modern original Art Deco three-drawer commode with figured mahogany drawer fronts. Picture frame style casing with recessed curved front pli...

A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style dresser or chest of drawers By Baker Furniture USA, circa 1940s Sculpted maple, with walnut top and original brass hardware. M...

This beautiful 1940s Art Deco chest of drawers attributed to Maurice Dufrène imparts a cosy, glowing mood to any space. The warm amboyna burl wood remains looking healthy and smooth some eighty years later. Gilded carved feet and solid brass handles adorn the front of the commode, and one of the signatures of Maurice Dufrène during his lead at La Maîtrise. This commode feels delightfully modern for the period and charmingly vintage now...

1940's Pair Hollywood Regency Carved Walnut Tall Chiffoniers/ Bachelors Chests/ Tall Boys/ Wardrobes. Many drawers, lots of storage space. Brass lattice fronts with pleated fabric ba...

Edward Wormley for Dunbar 5-drawer cabinet, mahogany wood with tapered brass legs. [metal tag Dunbar].

Chest on chest by Kittinger of Buffalo from their famed 1948 Mandarin collection. Original two-tone mushroom and cream lacquer finish. See image 12 for the hex color scans. Each che...

This majestic pair of commodes have undergone a meticulous complete restoration. The chests may be re-lacquered in another Ben Moore color in advance of shipment, if another color is...

Splendid Italian 1940s flowers and butterflies painted commode.

A pair of walnut chests of drawers designed and produced in the US, 1940s.