Chests of drawers
Antique chests of drawers and desks are among the most sought-after pieces by collectors and decorators. From Charles IV commodes with marquetry to English mahogany bureau desks, they offer elegant storage and work surfaces with history. Our selection spans from the 17th century to Art Deco.
Buying tips
Open every drawer and check they slide smoothly. Look for hand-cut dovetail construction on drawer sides. Commodes with original handles retain more value. Verify the top is not warped and that locks are functional.
About this selection
Chests of drawers: pieces from professional dealers in Spain, listed on Antiga with a full description and direct contact with each shop. Listed prices range from 100 € to 12.500 €, with a median of 1.800 €. The middle half of the priced pieces falls between 800 € and 6.800 €. The final price depends on each piece's period, condition and provenance, and the dealer sets it. Some pieces do not show a price; in that case ask the shop directly.
The most common periods are 19th century, 18th century and First half of the 20th century; each piece's date is the one the dealer states on its listing. Most common materials: mixed materials, wood and stone.
The pieces are offered by dealers with a shop in Madrid, Mataró, Iruñela and Valencia. Each listing leads to the dealer's shop with all of their listed pieces. Antiga's glossary explains terms that appear in this selection, linked below.
Antiga does not take part in the sale: it puts you in direct contact with the shop, which tells you about condition, measurements and delivery. Ask the dealer about restorations, exact measurements and extra photographs before you decide.
In the glossary:Commode / Chest of drawers, Console table, Marquetry
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the difference between an antique chest of drawers and a desk?
- A chest of drawers is primarily storage (drawers), while a desk combines drawers with a writing surface, often with a fall-front. A bureau has a slanted top, whereas a flat desk (bureau plat) offers a large horizontal surface.
- How to fix drawers that stick?
- The most common cause is wood swelling from humidity. Try lightly sanding the side runners and applying wax or dry soap. If the problem persists, a professional restorer can adjust the runners without damaging the piece.
- Is it worth investing in an antique chest of drawers?
- Quality antique chests of drawers tend to hold or increase their value over time, especially pieces with marquetry, documented provenance, or from coveted periods like Louis XV or Georgian. They also offer a build quality hard to find today.
- Chests of drawers: how much do they cost?
- Prices listed on Antiga range from 100 € to 12.500 €, with a median of 1.800 €. They depend on each piece's period, condition and provenance; each dealer sets their own.
- Chests of drawers: which periods and materials are they?
- The most common periods are 19th century, 18th century and First half of the 20th century. Most common materials: mixed materials, wood and stone.