French Elm Armoire
French Elm Armoire Full Length Mirror, circa 1940
Located in Labrit, Landes
French elm armoire with mirror, mid-century
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Good
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Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
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Antique French Carved Elm Armoire with Beveled MIrror Doors
Located in New Orleans, LA
This is a beautifully carved piece with handsome nature motifs.
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Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires
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Elm, Mirror
Antique French Provincial Carved Elm Armoire, Original Brass Hardware, Ca. 1890s
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Provincial carved elm 2 door armoire with original brass hardware and fitted
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Antique 1890s French Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Elm
H 90 in W 60 in D 26.5 in
Antique French Hand-Carved Elm & Beveled Mirror "Armoire de Mariage, " Circa 1880
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French beautifully hand-carved elm & beveled mirror "Armoire de Mariage," Circa 1880
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Antique 19th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Mirror, Elm
H 89 in W 58 in D 23.5 in
French Art Deco Armoire
Located in Winter Park, FL
A French Art Deco three-door armoire made of solid cherry wood, nicely detailed with hand-carved
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Mirror, Cherry, Elm
French Provincial Double Door Armoire
Located in New Orleans, LA
This majestic French walnut armoire is a stunning example of the Provincial style. Standing nearly
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Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires
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Antique Early 19th C. French Provincial Hand Carved Elm and Burled Elm Bonnetier
Located in New Orleans, LA
An exquisite, hand made, antique early 19th century French provincial, hand carved elm and stunning
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Antique Early 19th Century French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Iron
No Reserve
H 92.5 in W 49 in D 29 in
Early 18th Century Country French Louis XIII Armoire
Located in Dallas, TX
Early 18th Century Country French Louis XIII Armoire is a stately expression of the genre, rendered
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Antique Early 18th Century French Louis XIII Wardrobes and Armoires
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Chestnut, Elm, Oak
Armoire in Exceptional Burl Cherrywood
Located in Greenwich, CT
An exceptional quality armoire with superior color and carving. From the Bresse region of France
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Antique 19th Century French Rococo Wardrobes and Armoires
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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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Maison Regain Grand Highboard in Solid Elm
By Maison Regain
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Maison Regain, wardrobe, solid elm, brass, France, 1970s
A rare armoire designed and crafted by
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
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Pierre Chapo Custom Made 'Chlacc' Highboard in Elm
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Chapo, wardrobe from the series 'Chacc', elm, brass, France, 1979-1989
Unique highboard
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
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Solid elm cabinet in the style of Chapo, Maison Regain circa 1970
By Chapo Creation, Maison Regain
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Solid elm cabinet in the style of Chapo, Maison Regain circa 1970
shelves and wardrobes inside
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
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Beech, Elm
French Armoire
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Pretty 18th century French fruitwood and burr elm armoire, 1780
Dimensions
60 inches (152 cms
Category
Antique 18th Century French Cupboards
Materials
Elm, Fruitwood
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Located in Milan, IT
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Located in Charleston, SC
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Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Located in Kirkland, WA
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Located in New Orleans, LA
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Located in Suffolk, GB
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French Elm Cabinet/Petite Armoire
Located in Long Island City, NY
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Located in Chicago, IL
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Located in Atlanta, GA
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Located in Fayetteville, AR
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Located in Fayetteville, AR
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Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
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Located in Hele, Devon, GB
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French Elm Armoire For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the French elm armoire you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each French elm armoire for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and elm. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer French elm armoire, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right French elm armoire, those designed in Louis XV, Louis XVI and Mid-Century Modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made French elm armoire over the years, but those crafted by Pierre Chapo and Chapo Creation are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a French Elm Armoire?
The average selling price for a French elm armoire at 1stDibs is $7,300, while they’re typically $2,560 on the low end and $21,000 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.
Questions About French Elm Armoire
- 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.
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Introduced nearly 500 years ago, curiosity cabinets are finding new fans among today's collectors and designers.
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In the hands of New York Heartwoods cofounder Megan Offner, unwanted local trees become works of design art.
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