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Where did the Bombay chest originate?
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Bombay chests originated in France during the 18th century. Their name is actually a misspelling of the real name for the furniture, the bombe chest. Bombé is the French word for curved, and describes the wavy lines of the chests. You'll find a selection of Bombay chests on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Vintage Bombé Chest
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This black lacquered vintage Bombé chest with raised gilded fretwork on its front features curvy French Rococo lines.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
18thC French Walnut Bombe Chest Commode
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1750
18thC French walnut bombe chest Commode
Measures: W 133 x D 64 x H 95cm.
Category
Antique 18th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Hand Painted Neoclassical Style Commode/Bombe Chest
By Edgar Nye
Located in East Freetown, MA
Neoclassical style hand painted commode/bombe chest. Antique white with hand painted floral design and Italian charm.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Neoclassical Revival Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$499 Sale Price
50% Off
Vintage Regency Marble Top Marquetry Bombe Chest
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning vintage Marquetry Bombe chest. Beautiful inlay detail and black marble top.
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Belgian Black Marble
Vintage Hand Painted Zebra Bombe Chest
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bold, glamorous, and undeniably eye-catching, this vintage hand-painted bombe chest is a striking example of Hollywood Regency style with a playful modern twist.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair Antique Italian Walnut Bombe Chests, Circa 1920's.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair antique Italian walnut bombe chests, circa 1920's.
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
