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Guillerme
Chambron Highboard or Wardrobe in Solid Oak and Ceramic
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, large sideboard or armoire, solid oak, ceramic, France
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Oak
17th Century Oak And Ebony 4-door Sideboard - Netherlands
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Superb and rare four door oak and ebony sideboard from the early 17th century from the Netherlands.
Exceptional Renaissance work composed of two doors at the bottom with arches deco...
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Antique 17th Century Dutch Renaissance Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Oak
TUCROMA bed and rotating warderobe with mirror by Guido Faleshini - i4 Mariani
By Guido Faleschini
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
. 1975Natural Cognac Leather-Bodied Bed with Matching Stools and Fully Swiveling Armoire in Leather and Chrome
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Leather
Fine and Massive Antique Country French Buffet A Deux Corps
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A particularly fine Antique French Provincial Armoire with delicate traditional decorative motifs
Category
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wood
Teak and beech Wardrobe KB33, by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, 1950s
By Cees Braakman
Located in Balen, BE
rare example in the birchwood series with more exclusive teak doors combined with a birch cabinet
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Beech, Teak, Plywood
19th Century Majestic Pair of Antique Wardrobes in Lacquered Fir and Poplar Wood
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
must be agreed upon before purchase.
Please note: The cabinets will be shipped disassembled. Assembly
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Poplar, Fir
Unique Italian Large Wall Unit with Writing Desk in Maple and Birch
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wardrobe with writing desk, birch, maple, fabric, glass, brass, coated steel, Italy, 1950s
Hailing from a skilled artisan of Italy, this exceptional set embodies a unique combinatio...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass, Steel
Contemporary Brutalist Style Wardrobe in Solid Oak and Linseed Oil
By Sóha
Located in Paris, IDF
Wardrobe made of solid oak (+ linseed oil)
Measures:175 x 80 x 40 cm
SÓHA design studio conceives and produces furniture design and decorative objects in solid oak in an authentic s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Oak
Neri and Hu Set of Three Stay For Cassina
By Neri
Hu
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Neri and Hu Set of Two Stay Vanity Table and Stay Clothes Stard and Stay Screen For Cassina
STAY VANITY TABLE
The Stay Vanity Table is a low table-console, part of the Stay access...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wood
$32,047 / set
Maple Wardrobe with Leaf and Landscape Decoration, 1950s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Atypical 1950s maple wardrobe. Side doors with leaf decoration and a landscape design in the centre. Beautiful side panels with typical 1950s maple line. The piece of furniture as a ...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Maple, Paint
English Antique Oak Wardrobe with Corrugated Wood Doors, Shelves and Key
Located in San Francisco, CA
front. The cabinet can be utilized for folded clothing, linens and bedding, books, papers and a host of
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Oak
1980s Wooden Doors and Drawers Lined
Metal Deposit Box
Located in Marbella, ES
1980s Wooden Doors and Drawers Lined & Metal Deposit Box
Category
Late 20th Century Asian Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Metal
Italian closet by Giovanni Gariboldi in lacquered wood and glass
By Giovanni Gariboldi
Located in Milano, IT
Step into a bygone era of timeless elegance with the Italian wardrobe cabinet by the master
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
$11,369 Sale Price
20% Off
1970s set of 6 coat hooks made of brass and plexiglass by Vereinigte Werkstätten
By Vereinigte Werkstätten Für Kunst Im Handwerk
Located in München, DE
1970s set of 6 coat hooks made of brass and plexiglass.
Manufactured by Vereinigte Werkstätten. Made in Germany.
Very elegant 1970s Hollywood Regency design.
All hooks have slight si...
Category
Vintage 1970s German Regency Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Carved walnut wardrobe with two doors and a drawer, France
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique wardrobe in solid walnut, hand carved with wavy shapes, complete with two doors and a drawer, original from the 18th century, from France.
Very elegant and capacious, Maximum...
Category
Antique 18th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Walnut
Italian Contemporary Design Black Marble and Oak Wood Wardrobe
By DD Dimore
Located in Brescia, IT
This gorgeous wardrobe is entirely hand made in every part by a team of master Italian craftsmans.
The structure is realized in dark brown colored oak. The sliding doors are finishe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Marble
Italian Contemporary Design Black Marble and Oak Wood Wardrobe
By DD Dimore
Located in Brescia, IT
This gorgeous wardrobe is entirely hand made in every part by a team of master Italian craftsmans.
The structure is realized in dark brown colored oak. The sliding doors are finishe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Marble
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...
Category
Antique 18th Century Italian Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Poplar
$5,684 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Parisian Wardrobe Adorned with Marquetry and Gilt Bronze
By Au Gros Chene
Located in London, GB
designs. The cabinet features a large central door fronted with a mirror. This door is flanked by two
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Ormolu, Bronze
Vintage French Lucite and Brass Gentleman
s Valet Stand
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Vintage French lucite and brass valet.
Unusual lucite gentleman valet stand is outstanding in a modern dressing room. The top is brass and the valet is outfitted with original brass ...
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Made To Measure Wardrobe With Sliding Doors, Elm Wood And Marble, Hand Crafted
By Linu Enache, GMD Berlin
Located in Berlin, DE
Contemporary wardrobe with two sliding doors made of elm wood and marble, handcrafted and customizable.
Category
2010s German Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Marble
Italian Wardrobe in Macassar and Brass by Adalberto Caraceni for Modernindustria
Located in Conversano, IT
Impressive and rare Italian wardrobe designed by Adalberto Caraceni for Modernindustria, crafted in luxurious Macassar ebony with refined brass details. This monumental piece feature...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Tole Toleware gilt Metal Leaf and Rope Coatrack Italy, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic Hollywood Regency Style coat rack 1960s gilt metal. Gold colored metal wall coat rack.
Exuberantly decorated with branches, leaves and ropes.
An object in itself on the wall....
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Metal
Milo Baughman for Lane Mid Century White Lacquer and Burlwood Armories - Pair
By Milo Baughman, Lane Furniture
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman for Lane Mid Century White Lacquer and Burlwood Armories - Pair
Each armoire
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Burl, Lacquer
Art Deco wrouth iron wardrobe with mirror and light
Located in Schöfflisdorf, CH
Art Deco wroth iron wardrobe with mirror
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wrought Iron
Antique Aesthetic Style Marquetry and Gilt Bronze Wardrobe with Mirror
Located in London, GB
, which flourished in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
The central cabinet of the wardrobe
Category
Early 20th Century European Aesthetic Movement Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Ormolu
Pair of oak wardrobes with doors and locks. Shelves inside (one adjustable).
Located in Madrid, España
Pair of oak wardrobes with doors and locks. Shelves inside (one adjustable).
Category
Early 20th Century European Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wood
Luciano Frigerio Mid-Century Modern Italian Brass and Walnut Wardrobe, 1970s
By Luciano Frigerio
Located in Puglia, Puglia
is a precious essence that is widely used in cabinet making, fine carpentry, turning and in the
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
$17,054 Sale Price
20% Off
Spanish Typical Hand-Painted Cupboard with Grille Doors and Drawer
Located in Marbella, ES
Typical Spanish hand painted cupboard with grille doors and drawer.
The holes in the back of the cupboard are to be used for the TV cables if desired.
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wood
Wooden Wardrobe with Iron Decorated Doors and Three Drawers
Located in Marbella, ES
Wooden wardrobe with iron decorated doors and three drawers.
Category
Late 20th Century Spanish Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Iron
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 heritage, who had left it to the Hungarian Church.
The monumental bookcase is decorat...
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Neoclassical Revival Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Bronze
$47,372 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Antique wardrobe, Western Europe, turn of the 19th and 20th centuries.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique wardrobe from around 1900.
Very good condition.
Wood: Mahogany
Dimensions: height 244 cm / width 162 cm / depth. 62 cm
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wood
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...
Category
Antique 1880s German Biedermeier Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Ash, Cherry
Wardrobe with diagonal doors without handles and hinges from the 60s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
1960s Wardrobe of exceptional design. The excellently built structure with generous thicknesses guarantees functionality and solidity. The central body features a selection of rosewo...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Rosewood
$10,658 Sale Price
33% Off
French Norman sideboard in molded and carved oak – late 17th early 18th France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
with rough edges is highlighted with foliage scrollwork. It rests on four ball feet.
This cabinet is
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Antique Late 17th Century French Louis XIV Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wood
$4,074 Sale Price
20% Off
Modernist Three Door Wardrobe, Chrome Plated Metal and Walnut Veneer, circa 1930
By Hermann John Hagemann
Located in Berlin, DE
Modernist Wardrobe designed by Hermann John Hagemann and manufactured by Thonet or Mücke-Melder, circa 1930. The wardrobe is made of chrome plated tubular steel and walnut veneered w...
Category
Vintage 1930s Austrian Bauhaus Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Spanish Gothic Style Walnut Entry Wardrobe with Five hangers and carvings
Located in Miami, FL
Spanish Gothic Style Walnut wardrobe with Five hangers and carvings
The doors features heads and symbols from gentlemen of this period.
The original iron hardware makes so special t...
Category
20th Century Spanish Gothic Revival Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Walnut
Wardrobe with Gun Rack, Cherrywood and Oak, France, 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Wardrobe with gunsmith. Cherry and oakwood. France, 18th century.
Two-door wardrobe with three drawers at the bottom, all these items with key lock, which also has a compartment on ...
Category
Antique 18th Century French Rococo Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Other
Tibetan Wardrobe in Wood and Colored OSB with Ethnic Decorations by Aldo Cibic
By Aldo Cibic
Located in Como, IT
"It reminds me of a colorful Tibetan cabinet," says Aldo Cibic about this two-door wardrobe with a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Ash
Harvey Probber Olive Ash Burl, Rosewood and Mahogany Gentleman
s Chest
By Harvey Probber
Located in Chicago, IL
This sleek clean lined Harvey Probber gentleman's bureau features burl wood doors with recessed rosewood pulls. The doors slide to reveal three cork lined trays and four shirt drawer...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Burl, Cork, Lacquer, Mahogany, Rosewood
$5,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Art Deco Wardrobe in Amboyna Burl and Parchment circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Large Art Deco wardrobe in amboyna burl and parchment circa 1930.
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Parchment Paper, Amboyna
Modernist Two Door Wardrobe, Chrome Plated Metal and Walnut Veneer, circa 1930
By Hermann John Hagemann
Located in Berlin, DE
Modernist two door wardrobe designed by Hermann John Hagemann and manufactured by Thonet or Mücke-Melder, c. 1930. The wardrobe is made of chrome plated tubular steel and walnut vene...
Category
Vintage 1930s Austrian Bauhaus Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1950s Wall-Mounted Coat Rack with Peach-Colored Panel and Black Wooden C
Located in Manzano, IT
Vintage 1950s Wall-Mounted Coat Rack with Peach-Colored Panel and Black Wooden Console
Elevate your entryway with this unique 1950s vintage wall-mounted coat rack. Featuring a bold ...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
20th Century Italian Three Door Wardrobe in Original Cream Colour and Gold
Located in Buggiano, IT
20th Century Italian three door wardrobe original cream and gold.
The wardrobe is made up of three blocks joined together, the lateral ones with three drawers at the bottom and a do...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Beech, Fir
$1,424 Sale Price
38% Off
Large German Art Nouveau Three-Door Wardrobe in Solid Ash and Cherry Wood
Located in Darmstadt, DE
features a beveled mirror that enhances the cabinet’s elegant symmetry and vertical lines. All fittings and
Category
Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Cherry, Ash
$10,422 Sale Price
20% Off
American 19th Century Painted Folk Art Marriage Chest and Hanging Cupboard
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
American 19th century painted Folk Art marriage chest and hanging cupboard
A very rare and unusual American painted Folk Art Marriage chest and hanging cupboard, the cupboard has ...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century North American American Craftsman Wardrobes a...
Materials
Pine
Art Deco Style His Modular Walk-In Closet Night System Made with Wood and Bronze
Located in Seroa, PT
Profile 120 - 120 x 50 x H5 cm
Mate ebony makassar compound wood veneer (SCF-18)
Drawers cabinet - 80
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Bronze, Iron
Neoclassic Wardrobe Bookcase, All Solid Walnut, Burl Walnut and Oak Interior
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Italian last 19th century neoclassic wardrobe bookcase, all solid walnut and burl walnut and solid oak interior. Restored and polished to wax.
Elegant and sturdy wardrobe can also b...
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Antique 1870s Italian Neoclassical Revival Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Mirror, Oak, Walnut, Burl
Provenzal Style Cupboard or Wardrobe, Walnut Wood and Root, 18thc. Lacks Moulding
Located in Madrid, ES
Provencal style wardrobe. Walnut wood and root, wrought iron fittings. Century XVIII.
Top trim missing. Double-door wardrobe with a drawer in the lower part raised on two legs in ...
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Antique 18th Century European Rococo Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Other, Iron
French Walnut Inlaid Decorative Carved Ribbon and Floral Cask. Circa 1750
Located in Charleston, SC
French Walnut inlaid star blind door cask with carved molded edge cornice, centered floral shell medallion, flanking intertwined ribbon, floral, fruit, and tassel motifs, original ir...
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Antique 1750s French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wrought Iron
Wrought Iron French 1920
s Art Deco Wardrobe with Console Table and Mirror
Located in Ulm, DE
Three-piece wardrobe with mirror and console table
Semicircular plate made of white marble
Original Art Deco, France 1920/30's
Overall dimensions:
Width: 66 cm
Height: circa...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Marble, Metal, Wrought Iron
Art Deco Wardrobe Full Mahogany with Pergament like Doors and Wrought Iron
Located in Schöfflisdorf, CH
Art Deco Wardrobe full mahogany with pergament like doors and wrought iron
restored. Can be dismantled for transport.
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid-19th Century French Fruitwood Buffet Deux Corps with Bonnet Top and Fluting
Located in Atlanta, GA
Mid-19th century French fruitwood buffet deux corps with bonnet top and fluting detail.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Fruitwood
Antique Charles LIMERT Wardrobe - stickley eraW8072
By Charles Limbert
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
selection of oak. Signed as pictured.
The cabinet is with REAL thru tenon construction double on the TO and
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Oak
Piedmontese walnut cabinet with fluted doors, late 18th century
Located in Vicenza, IT
Solid Piedmontese solid walnut cabinet, datable to the late 18th century (ca. 1780-1790). Beautifully crafted cabinet, characterized by doors with elegant vertical fluted paneling, t...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Walnut
Maple
Co Arts
Crafts Ash Wardrobe Compactum The Wardrobe has 3 doors
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Maple and Co Arts and Crafts Ash Wardrobe Compactum
The beautifully made wardrobe has 3 doors, 2 panelled doors enclosing a good size hanging space and the centre door which is mi...
Category
Antique 1880s Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Ash
French Louis Philippe Chestnut Bookcase Vitrine Two Pieces Side-Board Mid 19th C
Located in Labrit, Landes
French armoire vitrine bookcase of the Louis Philippe period
Glass, chestnut
iron.
The glass
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Glass, Chestnut
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Armoires And Cabinets For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of armoires and cabinets available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct armoires and cabinets — often made from wood, metal and walnut — can elevate any home. We have 5329 antique and vintage armoires and cabinets in-stock, while there are 154 modern editions to choose from as well. Armoires and cabinets have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Armoires and cabinets are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Louis XV and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many armoires and cabinets are appealing in their simplicity, but Hertha Baller, Agresti and Walter Bosse produced popular armoires and cabinets that are worth a look.
How Much are Armoires And Cabinets?
Prices for armoires and cabinets start at $85 and top out at $350,000 with the average selling for $4,953.
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 Armoires And Cabinets
- What is an armoire?3 Answers1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 20191stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
An armoire is a tall wardrobe.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021An armoire is basically a decorative wardrobe. They are freestanding, heavy wooden structures that typically have decorative metal hinges and pictorial carvings. Armoires are made for quick access and often have one or two doors and a hanging bar. On 1stDibs, find a wide collection of antique and vintage armoires from top sellers. - Are armoires outdated?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Although opinions may differ, many people don't believe that armoires are outdated. In fact, people have begun to use armoires in new ways. Where once the storage furniture's primary purpose was storing hanging clothing in bedrooms, the armoire now functions as a home for TV entertainment centers in living rooms, an organizer for coats and accessories in hallways and mudrooms, a place for storing dinnerware and serveware in dining rooms and even as a freestanding pantry in kitchens. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of armoires.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 31, 2023The purpose of an armoire varies depending on its design. Some feature hanging rods for clothing and accessories. Others have large inner shelves that can accommodate a television and other components of home theater systems. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage armoires.
- What is an armoire dresser?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021An armoire dresser is essentially a huge cupboard that, as a mobile closet, is most commonly used to keep clothes tidy and out of the way. When it comes to storage, the average armoire includes a little bit of everything, from plenty of hanging space to shelves and drawers. For antique, vintage and new armoire dressers, shop on 1stDibs.
- What is an armoire used for?1 Answer
- What is a French armoire?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A French armoire is a type of wardrobe that serves many purposes, unlike a closet, which is used only to store clothes. They are movable and have hanging space for clothes and they’re larger than a regular closet. On 1stDibs, shop antique and vintage French armoires.
- Why is it called an armoire?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024Why it is called an armoire likely relates to the original purpose of the furniture. When armoires first emerged during the Middle Ages, people often stored armor and weapons in them. In Latin, the name for an armor storage chest is "armonium," so the term armoire may have come from that. Although people now use armoires to store clothing, home theater systems and other items rather than suits of armor, the name persists. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of armoires.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between a dresser and an armoire is in the shape and the type of storage that the furnishings provide. Dressers are usually wide, short casegoods that feature drawers for storing clothing, lingerie and accessories. Armoires are typically taller and narrower than dressers, and they usually provide a large storage area for hanging or stacking items hidden behind two doors. Some armoires also have lower drawers, but others don't. Find a wide range of dressers and armoires on 1stDibs.
- How tall is the average armoire?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023The average armoire is around 60 inches or 5 feet tall. However, the sizes of pieces can vary widely, so some may be smaller or larger. If you need an armoire of a certain height to fit your space, check the dimensions before purchasing. On 1stDibs, find a variety of armoires from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021The best jewelry armoire is a matter of preference, but a suitable jewelry armoire can keep all your jewelry organized. A standing or wall-mounted jewelry armoire will be a sophisticated addition to your bedroom furniture and will serve as a dynamic storage solution. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary jewelry armoires from the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The original purpose of an armoire was storing arms like swords and axes. Today, many people use armoires in bedrooms and closets to store hanging clothing and accessories. They can also house televisions and entertainment systems in living rooms, dens and other spaces. Explore an assortment of antique and vintage armoires on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
An armoire is a type of wardrobe. A wardrobe is a tall storage cabinet that usually has some combination of drawers, shelves and hanging rods. An armoire is freestanding, usually wooden and has one or two doors plus a hanging bar.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
An armoire is a type of wardrobe.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023The difference between an armoire and a chiffarobe comes down to the kinds of storage that these two types of case goods feature. An armoire usually has a rod inside that can be used for hanging clothing and accessories. A chiffarobe, also called a chifferobe, features a hanging rod plus a set of drawers for organizing folded clothing and smaller items. Explore a variety of armoires and chiffarobes on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
An armoire needs to be at least 24 inches deep to hold clothes on standard hangers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An armoire is a large wardrobe. Originally, it was a place for storing tools and weapons, hence the name coming from the same root as the English “armory.” On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique wardrobes from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, curio cabinet is short for curiosity cabinet. This name comes from the fact that the cabinets allow you to view whatever you store inside through glass doors, sparking curiosity. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of curio cabinets from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is a specimen cabinet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A specimen cabinet refers to a particular style of cabinetry designed to hold scientific specimens. A specimen cabinet will have large and shallow drawers to better display and access the specimens. Shop a selection of cabinets, including specimen cabinets, on 1stDibs.
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