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Double-door wardrobe in carved and painted wood, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique wardrobe, double-door wardrobe, hand-built, in solid wood, carved and hand-painted, With two doors with carved and painted panels with floral and leaf decorations, Sculpted a...
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18th Century Italian Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Poplar
$5,696 Sale Price
20% Off
Cocobolo Cabinet, Restored to High Gloss Made in France by Jules Leleu, Art Deco
By Jules Leleu
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
pinnacle of French furniture design of that era.
The cabinet is crafted from the exotic veneers of
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Wood, Palisander, Cocobolo
$2,937 Sale Price
50% Off
18th Italian Painted Wardrobe in Solid Alder with Two Doors
Located in Buggiano, IT
attention required for reassembly by two people expert in furniture or carpenters.
It reassembles in about
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18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Walnut
$1,186 Sale Price
77% Off
1860s Austrian Biedermeier Wardrobe Cupboard in Walnut, Polished to Wax
By Vienna School of Arts and Crafts
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Elegant 1860s Biedermeier wardrobe cupboard in walnut with hand-carved parts. Recovered in Villach, in the beautiful Alpine region of Austria, a tourist area full of lakes. Restored...
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1870s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Walnut
French Norman sideboard in molded and carved oak – late 17th early 18th France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Wonderful Norman buffet in molded and carved oak opening with four leaves separated by drawers. The doors have a panel decorated with a polylobed reserve surrounded by rocaille motif...
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Late 17th Century French Louis XIV Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Wood
$4,082 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century Antique Wardrobe in Walnut Veneer
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Antique italian wardrobe in walnut veneer wood made in late 19th century. Very particular wardrobe characterized by a slender upper part with a geometric line frame. Equipped with tw...
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1880s Italian Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Walnut
$7,595 Sale Price
20% Off
18th Century French Buffet Á Deux Corps Polychrome
Located in Brussels, Brussels
natural color. The mix between natural wood inside and polychrome wood outside the furniture creates an
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18th Century French Louis XV Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Oak
Carved Walnut Compactum Wardrobe
Located in Cheshire, GB
Carved mahogany compactum wardrobe having carved removable finials, above two long mirror doors flanking the centre fitted with a pair of carved panelled doors and three drawers belo...
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Early 20th Century British Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Wood
$6,399 Sale Price
30% Off
Mahogany Three Door Wardrobe
Located in Cheshire, GB
Mahogany three-door wardrobe, the moulded scrolling cornice above three long well figured panelled mahogany doors, opening to reveal large hanging area and shelves above. All raised ...
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Early 20th Century British Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Wood
$5,305 Sale Price
28% Off
Antique Stamped Mellier
Co Anglo French Shabby Chic Wardrobe Mirrored Door
By Mellier
Co.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Century European Furniture, Woodbridge, 1981, p.40). They were amongst the English manufacturers who
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Hardwood
18th Century Louis XIV Period Lyonnaise Chateau Bonnetiere
Located in Birmingham, AL
example from the Lyon region of France, renown in the 1700s for its superior production of armoires
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Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Gdansk Wardrobe Oak from 1900
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
We present a unique Gdansk wardrobe. Prepared to order. This type of furniture was made in Gdansk
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1890s Polish Arts and Crafts Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Oak
Gdansk Wardrobe Oak from 1900
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
We present a unique Gdansk wardrobe. Prepared to order. This type of furniture was made in Gdansk
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1890s Polish Arts and Crafts Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Oak
Early 19th Century South German Biedermeier Walnut Wardrobe
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Elegant South German Biedermeier wardrobe from the early 19th century, veneered in richly grained walnut on a solid spruce body. The surface displays a striking mirrored veneer patte...
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Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Softwood
$8,354 Sale Price
20% Off
Gillows. An Arts
Crafts Oak Treble Wardrobe with Ebony Floral Inlays
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in London, GB
Gillows. An Arts & Crafts Glasgow style Arts & Crafts oak treble wardrobe with ebony and walnut stylized floral inlays to the cornice and further leaf style inlays to the door tops a...
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1890s British Arts and Crafts Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Ebony, Oak
Swedish Grain Painted Amoire
Located in Hudson, NY
The antique Swedish cabinet, shown here, maintains its original grain-painted finish and displays a beautiful well-worn patina. Two doors open to six interior shelves. This is a simp...
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19th Century Unknown Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Wood, Pine
19th Century, Biedermeier Walnut Wardrobe
Located in Darmstadt, DE
wardrobe is more than just a piece of furniture, it's a piece of history. So why settle for mass-produced
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Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Softwood
$9,968 Sale Price
20% Off
Adolf Loos Art Nouveau Brass Wall Coat Hook, Werkstätte Hagenauer, Austria, 1910
By Adolf Loos, Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful Art Nouveau brass wall coat hook designed by Adolf Loos, executed by Werkstätte Hagenauer, Vienna, 1910. In good condition with charming patina.
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1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Brass
Adolf Loos Art Nouveau Brass Wall Hook, Werkstätte Hagenauer, Austria, 1910
By Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien, Adolf Loos
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful Art Nouveau brass wall hook, designed by Adolf Loos, executed by Werkstaette Hagenauer, Vienna, 1910. In very good condition.
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1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Brass
Gdansk Two-Door Wardrobe Oak Fourseasons from 1900
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
. Prepared to order. This type of furniture was made in Gdańsk Elbląg and Toruń, Oak Wood was used to make
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1890s Polish Arts and Crafts Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Oak
GEORGE III CIRCA 1760 GEORGIAN SHERATON WALNUT
HARDWOOD LiNEN PRESS WARDROBE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely original, fully restored George III Sheraton inlay circa 1760-1780 linen press wardrobe with two...
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1760s English George III Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Hardwood, Walnut
Neo-Classicistic Office Bookcase and Table Ensemble, 1900s, Austria
Located in Budapest, Budapest
Neo-classicist furniture ensemble for personal office space.
The set formed part of a bishop's
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Early 1900s Austrian Neoclassical Revival Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Bronze
$47,471 Sale Price / set
20% Off
19th Century Spanish Cupboard with Doors and Drawers in Rosewood and Lemonwood
Located in Marbella, ES
19th Century Spanish Cupboard with Doors and Drawers in Rosewood and Lemonwood
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19th Century Spanish Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Wood, Rosewood
19th Century Irish Mahogany Breakfront Wardrobe by Robert Strahan of Dublin
By Robert Strahan
Located in Glasgow, GB
should be expected for the age.
The furniture firm of Robert Strahan & Co. was founded in Dublin in
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19th Century Irish William IV Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Fine 18th Century George III Period Mahogany Gentleman’s Cabinet on Chest
Located in Cheshire, GB
Fine 18th century George III period mahogany gentleman’s cabinet on chest with inlaid swan neck pediment above two oval paneled doors opening to reveal five graduated draws. The base...
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18th Century English George III Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Wood
$7,329 Sale Price
28% Off
Early 19th Century British Mahogany Gothic Revival Wardrobe
Located in Dallas, TX
wardrobe or armoire or linen press with central mirrored tabernacle and 5-drawer chest of drawers. The best
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Early 19th Century English William IV Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
$3,600 Sale Price
47% Off
Jugendstil Thonet wardrobe
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Jugendstil Thonet wardrobe in very good original condition with slight signs of use.
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Early 1900s Hungarian Jugendstil Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Beech
$3,975 / item
An impressive early 18th century Dutch oak geometric kussen cabinet with integra
Located in Leesburg, VA
An impressive early 18th century Dutch oak geometric kussen cabinet with integral secretaire
Anonymous
Belgium or Southwestern Netherlands; probably first quarter of the 18th centur...
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Early 18th Century Belgian Baroque Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Brass
19th C Hemlock 7 drawer chest with wardrobes
Located in Hudson, NY
19th C Hemlock 7 drawer chest with wardrobes
All the storage you will ever need!
Three pieces. Drawers are all free and work nicely.
Great craftsmanship. Solid.
Please contact me wi...
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Mid-19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Wood
Walnut two door wardrobe
Located in Cheshire, GB
Walnut wardrobe the architectural top with rope twist and shell carving decoration. Above a pair of mirrored doors opening to reveal fully fitted interior. To the base section with t...
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Early 20th Century British Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Walnut
$5,086 Sale Price
20% Off
French Wardrobe Louis XIV in Oak 18th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
dimension and beautiful proportions. Beautiful cornice with a nice reminder in the bottom of the furniture
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18th Century French Louis XIV Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Oak
Antique English Art Deco Oak
Marquetry Bedroom Suite Attributed to Gaylayde
By Gaylayde
Located in Glasgow, GB
Ltd.first exhibited their Gaylayde range at the London Furniture Exhibition in 1926, their beautiful
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Metal
Rajasthani Style Cabinet
Located in Dallas, TX
Rajasthani style cabinet of recent manufacture. The front is composed from a reclaimed, hand-carved, converted doorway dating from the late 19th or early 20th century.
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Late 19th Century Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Wood
$14,900
Antique industrial storage locker 1910
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Made around 1910 in France, this locker has three compartments to store all your belongings. The locker has a dark green-grey colour that goes perfectly with any style.
The locker a...
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1910s French Industrial Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Metal
Important Wardrobe of the Hansen Republics
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
IMPORTANT WARDROBE OF THE HANSEAN REPUBLICS
ORIGIN : NORTHERN GERMANY
PERIOD : LATE 16th – EARLY 17th CENTURY
Height : 222 cm
Width : 198 cm
Depth : 78 cm
Lacquered and gilded oak...
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17th Century Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Oak
Antique Provincial Cupboard with Original Faux-Bois Painted Finish, c. 1830
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A charming country cupboard with the original faux-bois, tooled & grained painted finish. Underlying wood is pine but this wonderful cabinet was spared being stripped and waxed in th...
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Early 19th Century German Country Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Pine
Rare Wardrobe vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Rare Wardrobe vienna around 1920s
Brass polished and stove enameled
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1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Brass
Rustic Travail Populaire Alpine Cabinet, Switzerland, 1800
Located in Antwerp, BE
Wabi Sabi; Axel Vervoordt; Cabinet: Wardrobe; Dresser; Closet; 19th Century; 1800; Swiss Design; Alpine Cabinet; Monoxylite; Rustic; Travail Populaire; Brutalist; Pine Wood; Solid Wo...
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Early 1800s Swiss Rustic Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Pine
Late 19th-Early 20th C. Large Scale Walnut French Dressing Cabinet With Bench
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An incredible ensemble acting as its own complete sitting room. A large scale carved walnut cabinet in the Louis XV style with double beveled mirrored doors for the deep side compart...
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Early 20th Century Louis XV Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Brass
18th Century Directoire Deux-Corps
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
of authentic furniture.
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18th Century and Earlier French Directoire Antique Armoires Furniture
Original Antique Fully Stamped Howard
Son
s Berners Street Hardwood Wardrobe
By Howard
Sons Ltd, Howard and Sons
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Howard made a name for themselves as fine furniture makers in the earl Victorian era, they then went on
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Early 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Cabinet
Located in San Angelo, TX
A stunning and unique baroque early 18th century Swedish Gustavian cabinet that features two doors with shelving inside and sets on ball feet. This piece completely breaks down to he...
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Early 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Wood, Paint
Pair of 19th Century French Bonnetiere
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fine pair of cherrywood (possibly walnut) bonnetiere. In excellent condition. Two keys.
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Early 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Iron
$9,450 / set
Dutch 17th Century Rosewood Ebony Baroque Cupboard Kussenkast, 1670
Located in Paris, IDF
geometric in arrangement, is executed in the strict architectural format typically for the Dutch furniture
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17th Century Dutch Baroque Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Ebony, Rosewood
Art Nouveau Cherrywood Wardrobe from Germany, circa 1900
Located in Darmstadt, DE
smooth, even surface with a warm, natural finish. As usual for furniture of this era, the top, bottom and
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Late 19th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Spruce, Cherry
$6,456 Sale Price
24% Off
English Mahogany Wardrobe / Linen Press
Located in Woodbury, CT
hold a season's worth of outfits, it’s a handsomely functional piece of furniture that might be just
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19th Century British Georgian Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
1920s Venetian Baroque Wardrobe Carved Walnut, Attributed Testolini
Salviati
By Testolini
Salviati
Located in Vigonza, Padua
of artistic furniture, given that further shows how the company and its activities were important.
Category
1920s Italian Baroque Revival Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Burl
Early 20th Century Ormolu Mounted Bahut Chest Cabinet by François Linke
By François Linke
Located in New York, NY
, entitled “François Linke 1855 – 1946 The Belle Époque of French Furniture” Woodbridge, Suffolk, 2003
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
Vintage Industrial Wooden Wardrobe, Original Paint, 1930
s
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage wardrobe, rescued from a yarn factory in former Czechoslovakia. Completely cleaned and treated with a special oil.
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Industrial Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Wood
Italian Baroque 17th century small walnut Cabinet or Bookcase
Located in Troy, NY
Tuscan Walnut cabinet or bookcase of unusual diminutive proportions and wonderful light honey color. The four doors opening to shelved interiors, on bracket feet. The shelves have be...
Category
17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Walnut
19th Century One-Door Biedermeier Cherry Cabinet / Wardrobe
Located in Darmstadt, DE
highly decorative example of original Biedermeier furniture in excellent restored condition, ready to
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19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Spruce, Cherry
$5,221 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique 1818 Dated Aqua Blue Hand Painted German Marriage Wardrobe Rare Colour
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are is delighted to offer for sale this stunning original 1818 dated Antique German Marriage wardrobe in very a rare light blue paint
I have recently purchased a very large co...
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1810s German Regency Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Oak
Stunning Rare Antique 1829-1851 Dated Hand Painted German Marriage Wardrobe
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original 1829-1851 dated Antique German Marriage wardrobe of large grand proportions
I have recently purchased a very large colle...
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1820s German Regency Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Oak
Early 20th Century Large Venetian Baroque Wardrobe in Walnut Hand Carved
Briar
By Testolini
Salviati
Located in Vigonza, Padua
end of the century their production was very varied: furniture, furnishing accessories, porcelain
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Early 1900s Italian Baroque Revival Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Cherrywood Wardrobe, Late 18th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Two-door cabinet of cherry wood with filling fields, bevelled corners and fluted pilasters with pipe decoration. The corners of the panels are decorated with dark patinated discs. Th...
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Late 18th Century Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Cherry
Large Biedermeier-Style Wardrobe in Ash and Cherry, Dated 1884
Located in Greding, DE
Large two-door wardrobe in ash and cherry with fillet band inlays and ebonised columns. The cornice with accentuated pediment and ebonised segmental elements is inscribed: Elise Freu...
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1880s German Biedermeier Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Ash, Cherry
Carved Walnut
Rosewood Wardrobe with Lacquered Front from Ducrot, 1920s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Wardrobe in the bedroom of the main suite of the Giulio Cesare ocean liner launched in 1920 in Palermo with the first voyage from Genoa in 1922. Completely set up by the Ducrot compa...
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1920s Art Deco Antique Armoires Furniture
Materials
Wood, Rosewood, Walnut, Lacquer
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Antique Armoires Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic piece of antique armoires furniture available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, walnut and metal, every item from our selection of antique armoires furniture was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each choice in our collection of antique armoires furniture bearing Louis XV, Victorian or Louis XVI hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one object in our assortment of antique armoires furniture that is appealing in its simplicity, but Gillows of Lancaster
London, Maple
Co. and Shapland
Petter produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Antique Armoires Furniture?
Prices for a piece of antique armoires furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $114 and can go as high as $536,000, while the average can fetch as much as $5,502.
Finding the Right Wardrobes-armoires for You
When shopping for antique and vintage wardrobes and armoires for your home, there are several things to keep in mind, not least of which is question number 1:
What is the difference between an armoire and a wardrobe?
The difference between an armoire and a wardrobe is actually simple: An armoire is merely an ornate wardrobe. A wardrobe is a tall, streamlined storage cabinet that usually has some combination of drawers, shelves and hanging rods.
Antique and vintage armoires, on the other hand, are freestanding, heavy wooden structures that typically feature decorative metal hinges and pictorial carvings. Armoires are large cabinets that aren’t outfitted with the varied storage features that wardrobes now commonly have. Armoires often have one or two doors and a hanging bar and allow for quick access. Whether a minimalist mid-century modern wardrobe or grandiose Victorian-era armoire is the right fit for you, both are highly functional furnishings and can be a smart storage solution.
Armoires have been around since medieval times, and initially they may have housed weapons and armor. In their early days, armoires were often adorned with elaborate carvings and lavish paintings, particularly in Renaissance-era France. During the 18th century and later, armoires were widely known as “presses” for hanging clothes, and they were so large that they swallowed up the room where they stood.
In today’s modern homes, an antique armoire can be a striking, architectural work of art amid comparably unadorned furnishings. Whether you’re using your piece in the kitchen for cookware or as a food pantry, in the bedroom for clothes or in the living room as a media console, it will likely become a lovable focal point.
The evolution of the armoire can be seen in today’s corner wardrobes, which may rest on an asymmetrical base to account for corner placement, and even mirrored wardrobes, which feature a mirror affixed to the inside panel of one of the doors for convenience. Contemporary wardrobes commonly feature additional sliding trays and drawers and hanging space for clothing or linens, and the cabinet doors make them ideal for concealing televisions and computer monitors when such devices aren’t in use.
When choosing the right wardrobe or vintage armoire for your home, it’s good to have the following in mind: What are you planning to store in it? How much of what you’re storing will need to be housed in it? It should be big enough to accommodate your needs. What is the size of the room where your wardrobe or armoire will live? A large new piece of furniture in a modest space can easily become a hindrance if you have to navigate your way around it during your daily routine, so be mindful of the area you'll need in order to move freely.
Whether you are looking for an antique walnut armoire or a simple contemporary wardrobe, find the right piece for your home today on 1stDibs.
Questions About Antique Armoires Furniture
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024To spell armoire furniture, write A-R-M-O-I-R-E. You pronounce the word "ARM-wahr." The word armoire comes from the Old French term for cupboard, amarie. Its root is the Latin word armarium, which refers to a closet for storing tools. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of armoires from some of the world's top sellers.
- Is antique furniture in style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, antique furniture is in style. Many people appreciate the beauty and handcrafted character of antique furniture and love the idea of owning pieces with a rich history. Remember that style preferences are nothing if not fluid, meaning what's in one year may not be the next. So, in choosing the furniture you're planning to live with, you should pay less attention to interior design fads than to what speaks to you. That way, you can select pieces that will add long-term character to your home. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024To identify your antique furniture, look for an engraving, tag, label or other marking that indicates who produced it. You may find it on the bottom or back of your furniture or inside a drawer or cabinet. Once you have located the marking, you can snap a photo of it and use a reverse image search to try and identify the maker. Or, you can type a description of the mark into a search engine. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to get assistance with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique furniture.
- What makes furniture an antique?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
A piece of furniture is considered an antique if it is at least 100 years old.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024Many antique furniture brands are popular. While trends in collecting do vary over time, some makers consistently remain highly sought after. Among them are J. J.W. Meeks, John Henry Belter, R. J. Horner and Co., Stickley Furniture, George Hepplewhite, Josef Dannhauser, Thomas Chippendale and Thomas Sheridan. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024To know if your furniture is antique, look for labels and markings that indicate the maker. From there, you can use trusted online resources to determine when they were active and examine images to try to estimate the age of your piece. Furniture produced 100 years ago or more is antique. You can also have your furniture assessed by an appraiser or antiques dealer to learn about its age. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Antique furniture can be worth quite a lot, particularly if it is in good quality. The rarer the piece, the higher the value.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Whether antique furniture is making a comeback is a matter of opinion. Many people would argue that antique furniture never faded from fashion, as there have always been individuals who love the idea of owning pieces that have history. Some of the most popular styles for antique furniture include Art Deco, Arts and Crafts, Renaissance Revival, Elizabethan, Gothic Revival, Victorian and Chippendale. Find a large collection of antique furniture from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024To date antique furniture from the UK, first look for identifying markings on the piece. You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active. From there, you may be able to estimate the year of production by looking at images of other furniture the maker produced. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also aid you in the dating process. Find a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021There are a number of factors that can indicate if your antique furniture is valuable. When determining the value of antique furniture, consider its rarity. Additionally, it is important to determine the quality and condition of vintage furniture. If unsure of the value of your vintage furniture, have it appraised.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify antique Chinese furniture, look carefully at its details. Chinese craftsmen often built furniture using mortise and tenon joinery, eliminating the need for nails and screws. If you see this type of hardware, your piece is likely not at least 100 years old, especially if the hardware still looks new and shiny. Since antique furniture was handmade, you will normally see slight imperfections, such as tool marks or slight variations in carvings. Pieces that appear completely uniform and pristine are less often genuine antiques.
When present, maker's marks can also be helpful. Research the marks to learn more about when the maker was active and producing pieces like yours. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your furniture for you.
Shop an assortment of antique Chinese furniture. - 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The best finish for antique furniture is a matter of liking. But film finish is recommended by experts as it leaves a thick coat of film on the wood surface which protects wood from water and scratches. Shellac or varnish and water base are commonly used film finishes. Find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage furniture on 1stDibs
PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell how old your antique furniture is, research the maker using trusted online resources. You may find that the furniture maker was active for only a short period, giving you the ability to roughly estimate its age. For manufacturers and designers with a long history of production, consider the style of your furniture and look for images of similar pieces published online. Because it may be difficult to date furniture on your own, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To tell what your antique furniture is worth, look at sales histories on trusted online platforms and read valuation guides posted on trusted online resources. The maker, type, style, age and condition of your furniture will impact its value. Researching furniture produced by the same maker is a good starting point. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also aid you in the valuation process. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024How old furniture that is called antique can be is typically at least 100 years. People usually call furniture between 20 and 99 years old vintage. Contemporary is the word for furniture manufactured within the last 20 years. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell antique furniture from reproduction, first check for a maker's mark. By researching the maker associated with the marking using trusted online resources, you can determine when they were active. If the company was in business 100 years ago or more, your piece may be an antique, but if the company's history began more recently, your piece is likely a reproduction. If you can't locate a marking, study the details of the furniture up close. Genuine antiques will often show tool marks and slight variations in carved details because they were typically handcrafted. Most contemporary furniture is machine-made, so you won't usually see these types of characteristics. When in doubt, have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your furniture. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell who made your antique furniture, seek out a maker's marking. Locations of these marks vary, but they are generally in an inconspicuous location. For example, a dresser may have the mark inside a drawer or on the back, while a hallmark on a table is often on a leg or under the tabletop. Once you locate a mark, you can use trusted online resources to identify the maker and learn more about them. If you can't find a marking on your piece, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you with the identification process. Explore a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024To be considered antique, furniture must usually be at least 100 years old. Contemporary is the name for furniture produced within the last 20 years. Vintage furniture is at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024To tell the difference between antique and reproduction furniture, first look at hidden areas, such as the backs or insides of the drawers. On reproduction furniture, you may find plywood or engineered wood in these areas, while antique furniture will usually have solid hardwood on drawer interiors and backs. Also, slight irregularities and marks indicating that the furniture was built with hand tools rather than machines usually suggest that the piece is antique. Because it can be difficult to differentiate reproductions from genuine antiques without expertise and training, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer about the age of your piece. Find a diverse assortment of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
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