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Art Deco Burl Wood Armoire

Burlwood and Brass Armoire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W44 D17.5 H77.5 1940’s Art Deco Burl Wood Armoire with original Brass hardware. Item is in great
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Vintage 1940s Art Deco Dressers

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Brass

Burlwood and Brass Armoire
Burlwood and Brass Armoire
H 77.5 in W 44 in D 17.5 in
French Art Deco Armoire
Located in Pompano Beach, FL
French Art Deco Armoire – zebrawood and amboyna burl with three doors, interior shelves, Mother of
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Vintage 1930s Wardrobes and Armoires

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Zebra Wood, Amboyna

French Art Deco Armoire
French Art Deco Armoire
H 92 in W 67 in D 21 in
A Fine French Art Deco Armoire by Louis Sue
By Louis Sue
Located in Long Island City, NY
Louis SÜE (1875 – 1968) A Fine French Modernist burl wood (amboyna or elm) armoire / cabinet with a
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Oak

A Fine French Art Deco Armoire by Louis Sue
A Fine French Art Deco Armoire by Louis Sue
H 70.48 in W 72.17 in D 23.63 in
1950s Italian Art Deco Midcentury Wood and White Marble Tallboy Chest of Drawers
By Gio Ponti, Paolo Buffa, Vittorio Dassi, Ico & Luisa Parisi, Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Carimate, Como
Important and elegantly shaped Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Modern dresser tallboy or chest of
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Carrara Marble, Brass

Antique British Wardrobe with Beveled Mirrors by H. Murray and Co.
Located in Phoenix, AZ
This British armoire is a wonderful piece of history that at some point in it's life traveled from
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Antique 1890s British Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood, Birch, Maple, Burl

Vintage German Cherrywood Biedermeier Wardrobe/Cabinet on Castors
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century German style small Bedermeier armoire/wardrobe with burl wood cherry. One long drawer
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Antique 19th Century German Georgian Wardrobes and Armoires

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Cherry

Mastercraft Burled Wood, Brass and Glass Illuminated Vitrine Cabinet, 1970s
By Mastercraft
Located in Los Angeles, CA
consider mixing it up in a traditional, transitional, classical or Art Deco room with a splash of
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Cabinets

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Brass

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Brass

Iconic Oak Wardrobe by Compactom London
Located in Piacenza, Italy
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Vintage 1920s English Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

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Iconic Oak Wardrobe by Compactom London
Iconic Oak Wardrobe by Compactom London
H 68.9 in W 49.22 in D 20.48 in
Ello Brass & Beveled Mirror Four Door Sideboard
By O.B. Solie, Ello Furniture
Located in Hanover, MA
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1960s Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Modern Wood, Glass and Brass Chest of Drawers
By Ico & Luisa Parisi, Guglielmo Ulrich, Melchiorre Bega, Vittorio Dassi, Paolo Buffa
Located in Carimate, Como
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Brass

Wardrobe Sideboard with Drawers in Canaletto Walnut by Accardibuccheri Medulum
By Mauro Accardi & Silvia Buccheri
Located in Meolo, Venezia
The curved and straight lines, the solids and voids, the austerity and lightness; and, above all, the refined lightness of the arches which follow on from each other at a constant rh...
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2010s Italian Wardrobes and Armoires

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Walnut

Milo Baughman Style Henredon Scene Two Burl Wood Bar Display Cabinet Wall Unit
By Henredon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Three-part lighted China, cabinet or bar from the scene two collection by Henredon. This stunning unit features shapely Art Deco form, mirrored back, slide out bar surface, patch wor...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Burl, Glass

Eppinger Burled Wood Executive Credenza
By Eppinger Furniture Inc.
Located in Pasadena, TX
Jim and his brother Bob Eppinger started a manufacturing company, Eppinger Furniture, Inc., manufacturing custom quality furniture for Fortune 500 companies’ executive offices and co...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Burl

Italian Sideboard Style of Paolo Buffa, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Budapest, HU
A wonderful multifunctional Italian sideboard cabinet bar style of Paolo Buffa, 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Credenzas

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Rosewood

Italian Sideboard Style of Paolo Buffa, 1950s
Italian Sideboard Style of Paolo Buffa, 1950s
H 58.27 in W 89.77 in D 20.08 in
Art Deco Wardrobe in Mahogany Burl, 1925
Located in Lüdinghausen, DE
Wardrobe restored Art Deco around 1925 mahogany burl Features: Three-door model with mirror, 2 hanging rails and 4 shelves Height-adjustable shelves Very high quality processin...
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20th Century Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Mahogany

Art Deco Wardrobe in Mahogany Burl, 1925
Art Deco Wardrobe in Mahogany Burl, 1925
H 80.32 in W 70.87 in D 23.63 in
Shabby White Wardrobe, Original Italian Two Internal Drawers, Poplar
Located in Buggiano, IT
Shabby white wardrobe, original Italian from 1870, with two internal drawers and clothes rail. The cabinet is completely removable. The material is Gattice, a kind of local poplar th...
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Antique 1870s Italian Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires

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Poplar

HENREDON Burl Walnut Regency Style Commode Cabinet
By Henredon
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Regency style commode cabinet by Henredon. Burl walnut with brass hardware; serpentine shape, bevel edge to top, protruded corners to front sides, elaborately carved columns at sid...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Regency Commodes and Chests of Dr...

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Brass

Stunning C.W.S Art Deco Walnut Brown Double Wardrobe on Wheels Part of a Set
By Walnut Cabinet Works
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this gorgeous C.W.S cabinet works Birmingham walnut Art Deco double wardrobe. This piece is a part of a suite, with a ladies' wardrobe, a double...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Walnut

Drexel Black Lacquered Chinoiserie Pagoda Top Armoire Wardrobe Cabinet
By Drexel
Located in West Hartford, CT
Stunning and breathtaking black lacquered chinoiserie style armoire that features a gold pagoda with faux bamboo accent detail all around. It alos features hand painted landscape sc...
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Vintage 1970s American Chinoiserie Wardrobes and Armoires

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Faux Bamboo, Wood, Lacquer

Chinoiserie Inlaid Armoire 19th Century Chinese Mirror Door Wardrobe
Located in Labrit, Landes
19th century armoire inlaid chinoiserie with mirror doors Stunning Chinese wardrobe very rare find and in very good condition for its age This will take a sideways hanging rail if ...
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Antique 1880s Chinese Chinese Export Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood

Lacquered Burlwood Floating Nightstand Cabinet Vintage Mid Century Modern
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
This stunning burlwood floating nightstand is the perfect addition to any bedroom. Made from solid burlwood, this nightstand is both beautiful and functional. The floating design fre...
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Mid-20th Century Cabinets

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Burl

Art Deco Burr Walnut Double Wardrobe Made in England
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Art Deco burr walnut double wardrobe. A very lovely solid and well-made wardrobe, there is damage on side of the wardrobe which has three l...
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20th Century British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Walnut

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Pair of Amboina burl wood 'Maison Franck' wardrobes with gilt bronze ornaments
By Maison Franck
Located in Brussels & Antwerp, BE
demand for lacquered panels increased, new ones were made locally. The Franck tortoiseshell Art Deco
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20th Century Belgian Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Ormolu

Burlwood, Butterfly Entertainment Wall Unit
Located in Whittier, CA
A unique, one of a kind, original burl wood wall unit/ entertainment center. This unique piece is
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20th Century American Art Deco Cabinets

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Hardwood, Oak, Burl

Vintage Deco Burl Wood Armoire
Located in west palm beach, FL
Incredible vintage Deco armoire. Beautiful wood grain detail. Two interior hang bars for your
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Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood

Vintage Deco Burl Wood Armoire
Vintage Deco Burl Wood Armoire
H 76.5 in W 46 in D 18.75 in
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Desbornes Burl Wood Armoire
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage French Art Deco armoire. A beautiful Burl wood cabinet with inset glass door
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Nickel

Antique Art Deco Burl Wood Mirrored Armoire Cabinet, 1930s
Located in Detroit, MI
This antique Art Deco walnut wood armoire wardrobe cabinet with interior shelves is circa 1930. It
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Brass

Vintage Art Deco Curved Burl Wood Armoire Dresser
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a beautiful, vintage tall, burl wood bookmatched panel cabinet armoire
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood

1930s French Art Deco Burl Wood Mirrored Armoire Cabinet
Located in Detroit, MI
This incredible antique Art Deco lacquered wood armoire wardrobe cabinet is circa 1930. It is
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Brass, Steel, Chrome

Antique Art Deco Curved Burl Wood Armoire Dresser w Drawer
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a stunning, antique, burl wood book matched panel cabinet armoire
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Burl

Beautiful Art Deco Burl Armoire with Bakelite Handles
Located in Houston, TX
Fabulous blonde burl wood armoire with bakelite handles. Left door opens to reveal three adjustable
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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Burl

Antique Art Deco Curved Burl Wood Armoire Dresser w Drawer & 4 Shelves
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a stunning, antique, burl wood book matched panel cabinet armoire
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Burl

Vintage French Art Deco Burl Wood Mirrored Front Knockdown Wardrobe
Located in South Bend, IN
Exceptional 1930s French Art Deco knockdown wardrobe. The wardrobe features stunning burl wood
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Burl

French Art Deco Armoire
Located in Pompano Beach, FL
A French Art Deco Armoire in blond burl wood.
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Vintage 1930s Wardrobes and Armoires

French Art Deco Armoire
French Art Deco Armoire
H 72 in W 86 in D 21 in
Stunning 3-Door French Art Deco Wardrobe / Armoire, Oval Mirror
By Louis Majorelle
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning 3-door French Art Deco wardrobe / armoire, oval mirror, beautiful burl wood, Classic
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Brass

1930s Art Deco Armoire Fine Wardrobe Dresser Cabinet in Lacquered Burlwood Italy
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1930s ART DECO European elegance armoire in lacquered burlwood fine wardrobe dresser cabinet, Italy
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Brass

large antique French Art Deco armoire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A elegant French 1920 art deco burl walnut armoire, actually the wood is darker, you can see on
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Early 20th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires

large antique  French Art Deco armoire
large antique  French Art Deco armoire
H 76.5 in W 69.5 in D 21 in
Art Deco Armoire, Thuja, Ice Birch, Silver Leaf, France, circa 1925
Located in Regensburg, DE
Fully restored original Art Deco Armoire or Wardrobe from France about 1925. Beautiful thuja burl
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Metal, Nickel, Silver Leaf

French Art Deco Modernist Bedroom Suite
Located in Oakland, CA
Offered for the Art Deco aficionados, is a very special French modernist bedroom suite, circa 1930s
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood, Amboyna

English Art Deco Burr Walnut Canted Gentlemen's Compactum
Located in Norwich, GB
Superb Art Deco burr and figured walnut canted design gentlemen's compactum on stepped plinth
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Walnut, Burl

Leon Rosen for Pace Collection Burled-Walnut Wardrobe Armoire Chifforobe
By Pace Collection, Leon Rosen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Book-matched burled wood chifferobe with heavy highly-polished chrome hardware. An extremely high
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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Burl

Impressive and Rare Art Deco Amsterdam School Wardrobe by F.A.Warners
By F.A. Warners
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Impressive and rare Art Deco Amsterdam School wardrobe by F.A.Warners for H.F.Jansen & Zonen
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Ash, Wenge, Burl, Glass

French Art Deco Mirrored Wardrobe, France, 1930s
Located in South Bend, IN
Exceptional 1930s French Art Deco knockdown wardrobe. The wardrobe features stunning burl wood
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Mid-Century Modern Lane Art Deco Burl Wood Baughman Style Armoire Chest Dresser
By Lane Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid-Century Modern Lane Art Deco burl wood Baughman style armoire chest dresser. Item features
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Mid-20th Century North American Art Deco Dressers

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Burl

Mid-Century Modern Lane Art Deco Burl Wood Baughman Style Armoire Chest Dresser
By Lane Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid-Century Modern Lane Art Deco burl wood Baughman style armoire chest dresser. Item features
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Mid-20th Century North American Art Deco Dressers

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Burl

French Art Deco Amboyna Burl Armoire, Book or Storage Cabinet
Located in Oakland, CA
French Art Deco 4-door armoire, circa 1930s. This cabinet has been professionally restored (not
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Bookcases

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Amboyna

Antiqued Mapa Burl Walnut Art Deco Queen Bedroom Set from France
Located in North York, ON
This is an Art Deco antique bedroom set that includes a headboard, foot board, two marble top night
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20th Century French Bedroom Sets

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Burl, Walnut

Fabulous Art Deco Modernist Amboyna Burl Queen Bedroom Suite
Located in Oakland, CA
Offered here for the Art Deco Aficionado, is a chance to own a spectacular French Art Deco Bedroom
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Vintage 1930s French Bedroom Sets

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Metal

French Art Deco Bedroom Suite
Located in Pompano Beach, FL
French Art Deco bedroom set in blonde burl wood suite includes: 1 Bed (headboard, footboard
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Vintage 1930s French Bedroom Sets

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Wood

French Art Deco Bedroom Suite
French Art Deco Bedroom Suite
H 72 in W 86 in D 21 in
1930s French Mahogany Burl Wood Armoire
Located in Chicago, IL
High gloss French mahogany burl wood armoire with mirror, c. 1930. Fluted panel doors cover
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Mirror, Burl

1930s French Mahogany Burl Wood Armoire
1930s French Mahogany Burl Wood Armoire
H 71.5 in W 75 in D 22.25 in
Italian Art Deco Burl Wood Wardrobe
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1930s Art Deco burl wood wardrobe. Sourced in Italy. Wardrobe features two lower inner shelves and
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Burl

Italian Art Deco Burl Wood Wardrobe
Italian Art Deco Burl Wood Wardrobe
H 74 in W 47.5 in D 20.5 in
Vintage Art Deco Armoire
By Mobilificio Cicchetti
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage Italian Art Deco wardrobe by C-Bertero. This is a stunning Art Deco wardrobe, sophisticated
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Chrome

Vintage Art Deco Armoire
Vintage Art Deco Armoire
H 75 in W 65 in D 22 in
French Art Deco Armoire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 1930s French Art Deco-style armoire is covered in burled walnut veneers in the original light
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Brass

French Art Deco Armoire
French Art Deco Armoire
H 73 in W 68 in D 20 in
French Art Deco Inlaid Thuya Wood Armoire, Attributed to Maurice Dufrène
By Maurice Dufrêne
Located in New York City, NY
Important and spectacular French Art Deco armoire in beautifully figured thuya burl wood
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Silver Leaf

Art Deco Burl Wardrobe, 1925, France
Located in Den Haag, NL
Beautiful impressive Art Deco burl wood wardrobe. Two doors Very nice color. Comes with its
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Walnut

Art Deco Burl Wardrobe, 1925, France
Art Deco Burl Wardrobe, 1925, France
H 76.38 in W 48.04 in D 22.84 in
1950s Italian Art Deco Midcentury Wood and Glass Top Tallboy Chest of Drawers
By Ico & Luisa Parisi, Guglielmo Ulrich, Vittorio Dassi, Paolo Buffa, Gio Ponti
Located in Carimate, Como
Important and elegantly shaped Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Modern dresser tallboy or chest of
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Brass

Art Deco "Skyscaper" Gentlemen's Dresser
By Williamsport Furniture Co.
Located in Bainbridge, NY
recessed 2 door cabinet atop and beautifully grained matched Burl Olive wood closet door. Complete with
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Mahogany, Olive

Antique English Art Deco Burl Wood Gentleman's Chest, Circa 1930s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Art Deco gentleman's chest, highboy, or armoire dresser By Henry Barker Ltd. England
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

French Art Deco Queen Size Inlaid Thuya Wood Bed, Attributed to Maurice Dufrène
By Maurice Dufrêne
Located in New York City, NY
Spectacular French Art Deco Queen size bed comprising headboard, footboard and original matching
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Beds and Bed Frames

Art Deco Burl Wood Armoire
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Narrow Single Door Armoire with removable shelves.
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Vintage 1930s Hungarian Cabinets

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Burl, Walnut

Art Deco Burl Wood Armoire
Art Deco Burl Wood Armoire
H 72.5 in D 22.5 in
French Art Deco Burl Amboyna Armoire or Wardrobe, circa 1940s
Located in Hialeah, FL
A French Art Deco burl Amboyna armoire or wardrobe. Three-door, center mirror.
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood, Glass, Amboyna

Matched Pair of Art Deco Armoires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Art Deco wardrobes. One has shelving and pull drawer as shown, the other has top shelf and
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Burl, Walnut

Matched Pair of Art Deco Armoires
Matched Pair of Art Deco Armoires
H 76 in W 48 in D 21.5 in
Art Deco Root Wood Wardrobe
Located in Senden, NRW
A large wardrobe from the Art Deco period. The furniture is made of wonderful burl wood, with the
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Burl

Art Deco Root Wood Wardrobe
Art Deco Root Wood Wardrobe
H 72.84 in W 20.87 in D 48.04 in
Stunning 1930s Art Deco Armoire
Located in Pasadena, CA
Armoire with beautiful burl wood front. Back was drilled for electronics at one point, circa 1930s.
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Cabinets

Stunning 1930s Art Deco Armoire
Stunning 1930s Art Deco Armoire
H 73 in W 48 in D 22 in
French Art Deco Night Stands, Exotic Hardwood Burl
Located in San Francisco, CA
These night stands show off a captivating mix of several exotic woods and probably mahogany for the
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Night Stands

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Silk

Versatile Three-Part Deco Burlwood Wardrobe, Store Display
Located in Pasadena, CA
1930s three-piece wardrobe. Each cabinet can be used independently or in a different sequence. This is likely to have furnished a ship interior. Two side cabinets measure 76 5/8"...
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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Burl, Wood

French Louis XVI Style Walnut Armoire, 1930s
Located in Austin, TX
A very attractive 1930s three-door armoire made of walnut wood in the Louis XVI style with some Art
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Vintage 1930s French Louis XVI Wardrobes and Armoires

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Art Deco Burl Wood Armoire For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the art deco burl wood armoire you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, burl and glass, every art deco burl wood armoire was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer art deco burl wood armoire, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right art deco burl wood armoire, those designed in Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. Lane Furniture and Maison Franck each produced at least one beautiful art deco burl wood armoire that is worth considering.

How Much is a Art Deco Burl Wood Armoire?

Prices for an art deco burl wood armoire can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1,500 and can go as high as $31,400, while the average can fetch as much as $4,500.

Finding the Right Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets for You

Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of storage case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.