Doves Armoire
Baltic Armoire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 19th century armoire with extensive carvings, turnings and decorative moldings. Has two
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Antique 19th Century Latvian Wardrobes and Armoires
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Birch, Pine
Normandy Oak Armoire
Located in New York, NY
Carved oak wedding armoire with two doves under leaves and grapes on crown piece and two-panelled
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Antique 19th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Louis XV Normandy Oak Armoire ca. 1760
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Louis XV Carved Oak Armoire, originating from Normandy France during the second half of the 18th
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Antique 1760s French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires
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Oak
French Carved Oak Gardeners Armoire de Mariage
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This stunning armoire de mariage was crafted in France during the 1800s from richly toned solid oak
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Steel, Metal
Italian closet by Giovanni Gariboldi in lacquered wood and glass
By Giovanni Gariboldi
Located in Milano, IT
. Delicate doves and intricate floral motifs dance gracefully in the wood, a testament to the dedication and
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Saint Esprit Dove Layering Necklaces, Saint Esprit III Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
. Living on a golf course, we see delicate little hummingbirds, mourning doves, swallows and huge numbers
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21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Beaded Necklaces
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Crystal, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Dakota Jackson French Art Deco Postmodern Mahogany Executive Partners Desk 96"
By Dakota Jackson
Located in Dayton, OH
large boxes for sawing a woman in half and small boxes from which doves would emerge in full flight.[11
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
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Stainless Steel
H 30 in W 96 in D 42 in
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Located in Chorzów, PL
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Antique 1880s French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires
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Located in Evergreen, CO
The French custom of a father's gift to his newborn daughter was the crafting or purchase of an armoire carved with symbols of plenty and happiness, which stored her trousseau to use...
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Located in Beuzevillette, FR
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Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires
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Wood
H 98.43 in W 53.15 in D 24.02 in
Large 19thC Country House Arched Pine Wardrobe
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1870
Large 19thC English Country house Arched pine wardrobe
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Antique French Large Louis XV Walnut Armoire, c1700's Restored Pierced Fretwork
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Large Walnut French Armoire from the 1700's. Louis XV, ruled as King of France from 1715, until 1774. Over the years, we have imported some pretty spectacular Antique French ...
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Antique 1760s French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires
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Steel
H 105.5 in W 65.5 in D 28.5 in
Pine Two Door Armoire with Carved Door Panels
Located in Baltimore, MD
This lovely piece shares many of the common design features of Central European armoires. The bold crown molding is built in a number of tiers, underscored by beaded quarter round, a...
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Art Nouveau Wardrobes and Armoires
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Pine
Antique French Walnut Armoire, China Cabinet, or Bookcase circa Early 1800s
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique French Walnut China Cabinet, Vitrine, Bookcase or Armoire, probably constructed over 200-years ago. Our Old Plank restoration department, went through the Armoires structure,...
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Antique Early 1800s French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires
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Steel
H 96.25 in W 59.5 in D 19.75 in
Belgian Oak Armoire, circa 1820
Located in Evergreen, CO
Crafted in Liege, Belgium, the beauty of solid, quarter sawn oak is prominently displayed on the raised panels of the sides and on the doors of this large armoire. Small carvings of ...
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Antique 1820s Belgian Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires
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Oak
Antique Pine Entertainment Cabinet
Located in Sheffield, MA
This honey-colored pine armoire or linen press is in two sections -- upper and lower cabinet, four doors with recessed panels. The armoire was later made into an entertainment unit /...
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Antique 19th Century European Country Linen Presses
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Pine
18th Century Antique North German Pine Sun Armoire with Gesso Appliqué
Located in Miami, FL
This exceptional one-of-a-kind armoire from the area of Bremen has the original pink gesso appliqués, circa 1790. Fabricated from a beautiful knot-less dense pine, the carved ribbed...
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Antique 1790s German Empire Wardrobes and Armoires
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Gesso, Pine
Antique French Louis XV Carved Walnut 2 Door Armoire w/ Original Mirrors Ca 1900
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Louis XV Style Carved walnut 2 door armoire with Original Curve-Line Beveled Mirrors. Beautiful Fitted Interior.
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires
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Mirror, Walnut
H 95 in W 54 in D 18.75 in
Antique 8' Tall Pine Armoire, France, circa 1820-1940
Located in Round Top, TX
Tall and stately 8' pine French armoire.
Molding along crown and feet.
Single interior shelf included.
Traditional long escuchons, 1 key included.
Restored, strong stable and rea...
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Antique Early 19th Century French Country Wardrobes and Armoires
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Wood, Pine
Antique Walnut French Louis XVI Style Ribbon Carved Armoire
Located in Brea, CA
Armoire 60”w x 25”d x 100”h
Inside:53”w x 20”d
Rod:74”h from inside bottom
Antique French Louis XVI Style Armoire with Ribbon And rose carvings.
Double door with mirrors, open a...
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20th Century European Louis XVI Wardrobes and Armoires
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19th Century Venetian Armoire
Located in New Orleans, LA
Beautiful Italian armoire made up of exceptional carved and painted panels.
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Antique 19th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
19th Century Country French Whitewashed Armoire from Normandie ~ Brittany
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century Country French Whitewashed Armoire from Normandie ~ Brittany exhibits characteristics typical of both regions, which are geographically next to each other on the north a...
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Country Wardrobes and Armoires
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Brass
Monumental 18th Century French Louis XV Period Bleached Walnut Lyonnaise Armoire
Located in Birmingham, AL
An exceptional 18th century French Louis XV period armoire, circa 1750s, handcrafted of solid walnut by talented artisans in Lyon, the capital city in France’s Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes r...
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Antique 1750s French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires
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Iron
H 114 in W 67.5 in D 23 in
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18thC Wedding Armoire
Located in Austin, TX
Deccorated with turtle doves, grapes, branches and flowers. Given to daughter on her wedding day.
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wardrobes and Armoires
Beautiful Teal Armoire
Located in Summerland, CA
Mohawk Valley KS.
18th Century.
Exceptional color. Original blue paint.
Dove tail construction of
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Wardrobes and Armoires
French Normandy Marriage Armoire
Located in Pasadena, CA
This exquisite example of a sculpted oak Normandy marriage armoire was made in the early 19th
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Antique 19th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
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Oak
French Walnut Louis XV Armoire
Located in Kirkland, WA
which is a lower drawer (below the doors). This is the original dove-tailed drawer.
This armoire also
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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires
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Walnut, Oak
French Fine18th Century Wedding Armoire, Provence circa 1780
Located in Isle sur la Sorgue, Provence
French Fine18th.c Wedding Armoire, Provence Circa 1780
Armoire "gendarme hat" blond walnut opening
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires
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Walnut
Carved Marriage Louis XV Provencal Style Bonnetiere/Armoire, circa 1850
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and rare single door Fruitwood Bonnetiere/ Armoire circa 1850 in fine original
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires
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Fruitwood
18th Century Country Oak Bookcase or Vitrine, Burgundy France, 1780
Located in Chicago, IL
French Louis XIV oak armoire, bookcase or curio from the Northern Burgundy Region. This Central
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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XIV Wardrobes and Armoires
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Oak
Beautifully carved walnut provencal armoire c.1730 kissing dove
Located in Atlanta, GA
Beautifully carved walnut provencal armoire c.1730 kissing dove in oval, One of a kind
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wardrobes and Armoires
French 1890s Walnut Wedding Armoire with Carved Doves, Quiver and Lutes
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French walnut wedding armoire from the late 19th century, with carved doves, quiver and musical
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Antique Late 19th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
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Walnut
French 1770s Louis XV Cherry Armoire from Provence with Basket and Kissing Doves
Located in Atlanta, GA
Provençale Louis XV bonnet type armoire with kissing doves circa 1770 will bring an undeniable touch of
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Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires
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Cherry
H 107 in W 66.25 in D 28.5 in
Pine Armoire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This charming armoire was made in Russia in the 1860's. It is in excellent original condition and
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Antique 19th Century Russian Wardrobes and Armoires
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Armoire circa 1860
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charming armoire / wardrobe with lots of character. Interior has shelving on the right and hanging
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Antique 19th Century Estonian Wardrobes and Armoires
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Pine
Normandy Bridal Armoire
Located in Winter Park, FL
A finely carved armoire with magnificent "bridal basket" featuring a pair of kissing doves
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Antique 19th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
19th Century Armoire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful armoire was made in Germany around 1880. The two spacious drawers below afford extra
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Antique 19th Century German Wardrobes and Armoires
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Pine, Birch
Antique Pine Armoire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful armoire was made in Latvia around 1890. The two spacious drawers below afford extra
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Antique 19th Century Latvian Wardrobes and Armoires
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Pine, Birch
Neo-Gothic Armoire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful armoire with a Gothic flair was made in Russia in the 1870s. The two spacious
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Antique 19th Century Russian Wardrobes and Armoires
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Pine, Birch
Antique Armoire/Wardrobe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
original pegs for hanging clothes. A hanging rod was added later. Please note that this piece is dove
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Antique 19th Century Czech Wardrobes and Armoires
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Pine, Birch
Painted Armoire, ca. 1880.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Country armoire with traditional folk art design. Please note the hand carved hanging pegs and dove
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Antique 19th Century Russian Wardrobes and Armoires
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Birch, Pine
Antique Nimoise Wedding Armoire
Located in Dallas, TX
French armoires from Provence are considered rare, and are differentiated from other French
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Wardrobes and Armoires
Russian Armoire, 1860's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This charming armoire was made in Russia in the 1860's. It is in excellent original condition and
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Antique 19th Century Russian Wardrobes and Armoires
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Armoire with Carved Bonnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wardrobe with intricately carved cornice. Solid dove-tail construction, working lock and key.
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Antique 19th Century Russian Wardrobes and Armoires
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Pine, Beech
Swedish Neoclassical Parquetry Armoire Chifforobe
Located in Atlanta, GA
Beautiful parquetry armoire, wardrobe, closet or chifforobe rendered in gorgeous golden flame birch
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20th Century Swedish Wardrobes and Armoires
19th Century French Pine Armoire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A rustic 19th century French country pine armoire with decorative carved side columns that extend
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Country Wardrobes and Armoires
Russian Armoire, Wardrobe. 1880's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful armoire was made in Russia in the 1880's. The two spacious drawers below afford
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Antique 19th Century Russian Wardrobes and Armoires
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Pine, Birch
Art Nouveau Armoire, 1890's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Nouveau (Jugendstil) armoire with two drawers. Please note the delicately carved flowers on the
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Antique 19th Century German Wardrobes and Armoires
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Pine
Neo-Gothic Armoire, circa 1870
By Ken Petersen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful armoire with a Gothic flair was made in Russia in the 1870s. The two spacious
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Antique 19th Century Russian Gothic Wardrobes and Armoires
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Pine, Birch
Stunning 19th Century Normandy Armoire
Located in Pasadena, CA
This one of the kind oak armoire was built in 1837. All hand pegged,combining structure and show
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Antique 19th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
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Oak
Small Armoire Painted in Gustavian Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Petite armoire painted in Gustavian gray. Very surdy and solid. All dove-tail construction from
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Antique 19th Century Baltic Wardrobes and Armoires
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Pine
Swedish Neoclassical Parquetry Armoire Wardrobe Chifforobe
Located in Atlanta, GA
Beautiful parquetry armoire, wardrobe, closet or chifforobe rendered in gorgeous golden flame birch
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Early 20th Century Swedish Wardrobes and Armoires
Antique Armoire from Estonia, ca. 1880
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Late 19th Century Pine armoire with arched doors. Has shelves on the right side, rod for hangers on
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Antique 19th Century Estonian Wardrobes and Armoires
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Pine
19th Century Russian Armoire, Computer Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
and mouse. This is a very sturdy armoire. All sides are more than 1" thick and are joined with dove
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Antique 19th Century Russian Wardrobes and Armoires
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Pine
French Antique 19th Century Painted Armoire
Located in Austin, TX
Classic armoire from the middle of the 19th century in France. This piece has a strong, impressive
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Antique 1850s French Louis Philippe Wardrobes and Armoires
Late 19th. Century German Armoire, Wardrobe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful armoire with Art Nouveau elements was made in Germany in the 1890's. The two
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Antique 19th Century German Wardrobes and Armoires
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Pine, Birch
19th Century Armoire, Wardrobe painted in Gustavian Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
All original armoire with hand painted design. Has two spacious drawers with hand cut dove-tailing
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Antique 19th Century Baltic Wardrobes and Armoires
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Pine
French Mid-18th Century Transitional Painted Marriage Armoire
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A French Louis XV to Louis XVI Transitional dove-grey and ivory-painted oak marriage armoire, circa
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Antique 1750s French Louis XIV Wardrobes and Armoires
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French 1837 Normandy Hand Carved Merrian Oak Armoire
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Fine sculptures. The many regional motifs. including the flower basket, bundles of wheat, lyre, doves
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
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Iron
Exceptional 18th Century French Carved Walnut Wedding Armoire from Provence
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique fruitwood "armoire provencale," is truly exceptional. Crafted in France circa 1760
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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires
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Walnut
Antique French Oak Armoire from Normandy Region of France Unrestored Original
Located in Chicago, IL
daughter, an Armoire carved with symbols and in this case, there are two pairs of Doves. The Wedding
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Antique 1880s French Country Wardrobes and Armoires
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Oak
H 92 in W 67.75 in D 24 in
Lane First Edition Mid Century Gentlemans Chest Armoire, Mid-Century Modern
By Lane Furniture
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning Gentlemans chest,,Lane first edition Mid-Century Modern gentlemans chest / armoire
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
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Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Carved Pine Wedding Armoire from Normandy
Located in Dallas, TX
wedding armoire was a gift to the bride from the groom's father). It includes a pair of doves in a nest
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires
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Pine
19th Century French Country Louis XV Style Bleached Oak Normandy Wedding Armoire
Located in Birmingham, AL
French Country Louis XV style bleached armoire de mariage, circa early 1800s, handcrafted of French
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Antique Early 1800s French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires
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Oak
H 95 in W 68.75 in D 19.5 in
Small Nordic Wardrobe, Mid 1800's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Small armoire displaying excellent craftsmanship! This cabinet was built with 1"+ material, dove
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Country Wardrobes and Armoires
Highly Sculptural Walnut and Aluminum Highboy
Located in Phoenix, AZ
highboy has four dove tailed drawers on one side and an adjustable shelf on the other.
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Vintage 1970s Wardrobes and Armoires
18th Century Blue Floral Painted Cabinet
Located in Albignasego, IT
, while the panels have a dove gray background.
The piece of furniture is characterized by a red/orange
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Fécamp Wedding Cabinet, Normandy, Transition Period, Patinated Oak, 18th
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
dense. They describe various bouquets, Rocaille decorations, vase with handle, fruits, doves in love at
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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires
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Oak
H 90.56 in W 55.12 in D 21.66 in
18th Century Swedish Pantry Cupboard. Very Tall!
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Swedish single door armoire with tons of character! A great original 18th century country cabinet
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Pine
Antique Painted French Louis XV Style Cabinet, circa 1940s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique painted Armoire with a white washed finish. The three part armoire has two smaller sections
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Vintage 1940s French Louis XV Cabinets
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Wire
20th Century Painted Country French Display Cupboard
Located in Brea, CA
tone. The top of the armoire has a large carved baskets of flowers, and trailing flowers and vines. The
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Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Cupboards
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19th Century Rococo Painted Rosewood French Bed in Louis XV Style
Located in Brea, CA
details in dover grey. The bed has subtle distressing, and is hand glazed to give an aged look of an
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Sterling Silver Repousse Chatelaine Heart Scent Bottle, Cressida II Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
this stunning necklace to be layered with a multitude of other necklaces in your jewelry armoire. The
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21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Beaded Necklaces
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Crystal, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
H 1.89 in W 1.32 in L 28 in
Carved Oak Wedding Cabinet and Chest of Drawers from Normandy, Early 1900s
Located in Dallas, TX
18th and 19th centuries, they were almost exclusively presented as armoires. We purchased this piece
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Early 20th Century French Cabinets
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Oak
H 83.25 in W 37.625 in D 20.25 in
19th Century French Provincial Walnut and Cherryood Armoire with Carved Doves
Located in Charleston, SC
19th century French provincial walnut and cherry armoire with carved doves representing a marriage.
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Antique 19th Century Wardrobes and Armoires
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Cherry, Walnut
H 90 in W 58 in D 26 in
19th Century French Marriage/Dowry Armoire from Alsace w Painted Flowers & Doves
Located in Miami, FL
A lovely dowry armoire from the Alsace region of France with folk-painted artwork. Features vases
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Antique Early 19th Century French Folk Art Wardrobes and Armoires
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Pine
H 85 in W 63 in D 19 in
Henredon Scene 2 Armoire
By Henredon
Located in Pasadena, TX
Henredon scene 2 armoire
Vintage Henredon scene two olive burl with dove-tailed drawers.
Two
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
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Olive
19th Century Provençal Walnut Armoire
Located in Vista, CA
beaded border that frames an attribute of love, two dove birds. The sides of the armoire and the framing
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Other Wardrobes and Armoires
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Walnut
19th Century, French Louis XV Style Armoire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
armoire from the early 1800s has a finely carved pair of doves with garlands of roses cascading down
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Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires
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Wood
Teak Midcentury Highboy Wardrobe with Dove-Tailed Interior Drawers
Located in Phoenix, AZ
owners and has 7 dove tailed interior drawers and beautifully formed solid teak pulls. The work is part
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
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Teak
French Mid-18th Century Transitional Painted Marriage Armoire
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A French Louis XV to Louis XVI transitional dove-grey and ivory-painted oak marriage armoire, circa
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Antique 1750s French Louis XIV Wardrobes and Armoires
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Oak
18th Century Painted Dower Armoire from Alsace Lorraine
Located in Miami, FL
armoire has the naiveté born of nascent love! With painted panels depicting doves and hummingbirds
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Antique Late 18th Century French Folk Art Wardrobes and Armoires
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Pine
18th Century French Carved Walnut Wedding Armoire from Provence
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique fruitwood "armoire provencale," is truly exceptional; crafted in France, circa 1760
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires
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Iron
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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the doves armoire you’re looking for. A doves armoire — often made from wood, walnut and hardwood — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect doves armoire — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A doves armoire made by louis xv designers — as well as those associated with mid-century modern — is very popular. A well-made doves armoire has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Lane Furniture are consistently popular.
How Much is a Doves Armoire?
The average selling price for a doves armoire at 1stDibs is $5,300, while they’re typically $1,340 on the low end and $24,000 for the highest priced.
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.
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