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Wooden Wardrobe with Iron Decorated Doors and Three Drawers
Located in Marbella, ES
Wooden wardrobe with iron decorated doors and three drawers.
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Late 20th Century Spanish Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

Art Deco wrouth iron wardrobe with mirror and light
Located in Weiningen, CH
Art Deco wroth iron wardrobe with mirror
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wrought Iron

Art Deco Wardrobe Full Mahogany with Pergament like Doors and Wrought Iron
Located in Weiningen, CH
Art Deco Wardrobe full mahogany with pergament like doors and wrought iron restored. Can be
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wrought Iron

French Art Deco Painted Iron Wardrobe, circa 1930s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Elegant and unusual armoire made of heavy iron, with original ivory paint finish. The front door is
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

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
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Marble, Metal, Wrought Iron

19th Century Industrial Factory Wardrobe with Beautiful Patina
By H.D. Beach Co.
Located in Beerse, VAN
Beautiful 19th century wardrobe with great age and great patina. The wardrobe is an old factory
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Antique 1890s English Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

Wardrobe Coat Rack Clothes Stand Roland Rainer, Vienna, Black Iron Nickel, 1956
By Roland Rainer
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
well known and sought after as well are the stacking chairs he used there. The wardrobe or cloth rack
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Metal, Iron, Nickel

Celeste Wardrobe
Located in Paris, FR
Wardrobe Celeste with all structure in solid walnut wood, with 180° openable glass doors with a
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Celeste Wardrobe
Celeste Wardrobe
H 70.87 in W 47.25 in D 20.95 in
Painted French Baroque Wardrobe
Located in Houston, TX
Baroque period tall two-door painted wardrobe with lower drawers. Scraped back to early paint
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Antique Late 17th Century French Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

Painted French Baroque Wardrobe
Painted French Baroque Wardrobe
H 99 in W 78 in D 32 in
New Open Wardrobe or Coat Rack with Shoes Compartment or Bench
Located in Miami, FL
New open wardrobe or coat rack with shoes compartment or bench that you can remove it and use like
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2010s Spanish Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

Heals Oak Wardrobe, England circa 1880
Located in Culver City, CA
Heals Oak Wardrobe England circa 1880 Finely made oak wardrobe with original iron hardware from
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Antique 19th Century English Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

Heals Oak Wardrobe, England circa 1880
Heals Oak Wardrobe, England circa 1880
H 77.75 in W 81 in D 26.5 in
Midcentury Austrian Coat Stand Wardrobe
Located in Vienna, AT
Cast iron base with brass or aluminum parts, good original condition. Made in Austria in the late
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

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Aluminum, Brass, Iron

Arts & Crafts Oak Treble Wardrobe with Five Drawers by Liberty & Co.
By Liberty & Co., Leonard F. Wyburd
Located in London, GB
Liberty and Co. attributed to Leonard F Wyburd,. A rare Arts and Crafts oak wardrobe with carved
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20th Century English Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique French Gothic Wardrobe, Cabinet
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Gothic wardrobe ~ cabinet is an intriguing example of the style, with no less than
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Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

Antique French Gothic Wardrobe, Cabinet
Antique French Gothic Wardrobe, Cabinet
H 73.5 in W 60.5 in D 21 in
Slide Wardrobe 2 Sliding Doors
Located in Vandoma, PT
The combination of the black base of its pieces and oak veneer geometric patterns, give this collection a modern, elegant and timeless character. Modern and widely customizable wi...
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2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

Slide Wardrobe 2 Sliding Doors
Slide Wardrobe 2 Sliding Doors
H 90.56 in W 63 in D 27.56 in
Chinese Ming Style Elm Wardrobe with Two Doors, Hidden Drawers and Carved Skirt
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Ming dynasty style elmwood wardrobe from the early 20th century, with two doors, hidden
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Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

Rare Coat Stand Wardrobe by Corneau Charleville
By Alfred Corneau
Located in Vienna, AT
Very rare cast iron, screwed in several parts, with rotatably mounted mirror, seven hooks and
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Antique 1870s French Regency Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron, Enamel

Antique French Wardrobe 19th Century
Located in Buxton, GB
This beautiful freestanding wardrobe from the 19th century is crafted from solid wood. This antique
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Antique French Wardrobe 19th Century
Antique French Wardrobe 19th Century
H 93.71 in W 47.64 in D 21.26 in
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
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20th Century Spanish Gothic Revival Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

ST James Open Wardrobe 1 Sliding Door
Located in Vandoma, PT
The ST James collection incorporates glass and metel details in its furniture pieces that give them a sober and industrial look without compromising their versatility. Produced by...
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2010s Portuguese Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

ST James Open Wardrobe 1 Sliding Door
ST James Open Wardrobe 1 Sliding Door
H 70.87 in W 43.31 in D 16.54 in
Italian Design Wardrobe or Armoire, 1970s
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
This two-door wardrobe of Italian design from the 1970s is truly special. Made of plywood
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Vintage 1970s Italian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Plywood

Italian Design Wardrobe or Armoire, 1970s
Italian Design Wardrobe or Armoire, 1970s
H 70.48 in W 35.83 in D 15.75 in
19th Century Louis XV Style French Armoire or Wardrobe
Located in Winter Park, FL
An early 19th century Louis XV style French petite armoire, or wardrobe, from the Loire Valley
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Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Pinewood Rustic Cupboard with Original Iron Fittings
Located in Marbella, ES
19th century French pinewood rustic cupboard with original iron fittings.
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Antique Late 19th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

Reclaimed Wood Armoire Cabinet with Iron Hardware
Located in Brea, CA
daily use, use for a wardrobe, hideaway clutter, or store china or linens. Great in a living room with
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21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Reclaimed Wood

A W N Pugin. Gothic Revival Four Door Pitch Pine Wardrobe with Linenfold Panels
By Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin
Located in London, GB
A W N Pugin. Made by John Gregory Crace. A rare Gothic Revival four-door pitch pine wardrobe with
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Gothic Revival Wardrobes and Armoires

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Pine

Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Régence Trellis Marquetry Armoire Wardrobe
By Etienne Doirat
Located in Berlin, DE
Early 18th Century French Louis XIV / Régence Marquetry Armoire or Wardrobe The rectangular Louis
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Antique Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Wardrobes and Armoires

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Bronze, Iron

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
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Antique 18th Century European Rococo Wardrobes and Armoires

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Other, Iron

The Iron Cabinet
Located in Antwerp, BE
Unusual and one-of-a-kind armoire in iron, Italy 1991 Artwork monogrammed B.M Rimini 1991 pièce
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1990s Italian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

The Iron Cabinet
The Iron Cabinet
H 81.5 in W 57.09 in D 18.9 in
Country French Provincial Louis XV Walnut Bonnet Top Armoire Wardrobe Cabinet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
handcrafted in France of cherry and walnut wood. Item features a bonnet shaped cornice, hand-forged iron
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Antique Late 18th Century French Country Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

Indian 19th Century Gujarat Armoire with Iron Braces and Carved Half Columns
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indian Gujarat rustic hand-carved wooden armoire from the 19th century, with iron braces and
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Antique 19th Century Indian Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

Louis XIV Parisian Wardrobe in Walnut - end of the 17th early 18th - France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very nice Parisian wardrobe called "lingère". Beautiful Louis XIV style walnut cabinet of the late
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Antique Early 1700s French Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

Wardrobe, Cupboard or Cabinet, Walnut, Castilian Influence, Spain Restored
Located in Miami, FL
Exquisite 18th century Spanish armario or wardrobe armoire constructed from walnut. Features a
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Antique Late 18th Century Spanish Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires

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Walnut

Riveted Iron Locker, 1930's
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A German riveted iron locker from the 1930s. The locker has perforated doors with original locks
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Vintage 1930s German Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

Riveted Iron Locker, 1930's
Riveted Iron Locker, 1930's
H 70.48 in W 24.02 in D 11.82 in
Antique 18th Century French Carved Oak Knockdown Armoire Wardrobe Linen Press
Located in Dayton, OH
iron hardware and robust hinges. Lower apron showcases gadrooning above bulbous hand turned bun feet
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Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

French Large Louis XV Period Wardrobe Provencal Richly Carved 18th - France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
wrought iron fittings are from the 18th century.
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Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Wardrobe by Colli Torino Est 1850 Art Nouveau Huge Italian Solid Oak Masterpiece
By Colli Torino
Located in Kumhausen, DE
This wardrobe was produced by Colli Torino established in 1850. - solid oak with hand-carved
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Vintage 1910s Italian Art Nouveau Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

French Cherry Armoire with Scallop Shell
Located in Pembroke, MA
French carved wild cherry armoire with scallop shell, laurel leaves and rosettes. Original hardware, scrolled feet and panelled sides. The top panels of the front doors have been ret...
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

French Cherry Armoire with Scallop Shell
French Cherry Armoire with Scallop Shell
H 86.5 in W 57 in D 21.5 in
Pine Armoire with Two Doors
Located in Baltimore, MD
. The doors open on iron French style fiche hinges, about one hundred degrees to a low original shelf
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Country Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Pine

Pine Armoire with Two Doors
Pine Armoire with Two Doors
H 74 in W 52 in D 19 in
Art Deco Style His Modular Walk-In Closet Night System Made with Wood and Bronze
Located in Seroa, PT
Composition Description Wall mounting bracket - D5 x W3 x H285 cm Mate beige metal (Ral 1015) + bims in brushed bronze metal (SCM-14) Shelves High Profile 80 - 80 x 50 x H5 cm...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Bronze, Iron

Wall Hanger with Mirror from 50s
Located in Premariacco, IT
. The panels are covered in plastic/PVC, supported by a rear iron structure. The brass hangers were
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

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Brass, Steel

Wall Hanger with Mirror from 50s
Wall Hanger with Mirror from 50s
H 67.33 in W 41.34 in D 7.49 in
Jim Rose - Armoire, Shaker Style in Steel with Natural Rusted Patina
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
Interpretations in Cast Iron, PA Arts Assoc / WI Arts Board 2003 Arts/Industry Residency Program for Visual
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Early 2000s American Shaker Wardrobes and Armoires

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Steel

Wood Villiers Armoire Doors Design with 1300 Hand Applied Pieces, Steel & Slate
By Alfonso Marina
Located in Bosques de las Lomas, MX
doors, giving it its emblematic textured finish. Its distinct iron base has been cast in a mold to get
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Wood Villiers Armoire Doors Design with 1300 Hand Applied Pieces, Steel & Slate
By Alfonso Marina
Located in Bosques de las Lomas, MX
doors, giving it its emblematic textured finish. Its distinct iron base has been cast in a mold to get
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Early 19th Century Antique Armoire with Original Folk Art Paint from Hungary
Located in Round Top, TX
traditional style of the era. The left door can be secured in place by using the original functioning iron
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Antique Early 19th Century Hungarian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Paint, Wood

An impressive early 18th century Dutch oak geometric kussen cabinet with integra
Located in Leesburg, VA
Anonymous Belgium or Southwestern Netherlands; probably first quarter of the 18th century Oak, Brass, Iron
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Antique Early 18th Century Belgian Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Ondula Clothes Stand by Flatwig Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Ondula clothes stand by Flatwig Studio Dimensions: L 110 x D 60 x H 161.6 cm Materials: Iron
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2010s Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

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Aluminum, Iron

Ondula Clothes Stand by Flatwig Studio
Ondula Clothes Stand by Flatwig Studio
H 63.63 in W 43.31 in D 23.63 in
19th Century Belgian Oak Armoire Cabinet
Located in Alpharetta, GA
. The left-hand door closes with a beautiful hand-forged iron interior latch, while the right-hand door
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Antique 19th Century Belgian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

19th Century Belgian Oak Armoire Cabinet
19th Century Belgian Oak Armoire Cabinet
H 77.5 in W 67.5 in D 25 in
17th Century Rustic Armoire
Located in Houston, TX
with an interior latch and an exterior movable iron piece.
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Antique 1690s German Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

17th Century Rustic  Armoire
17th Century Rustic  Armoire
H 80.5 in W 60 in D 17 in
Rare 17th Century Oak Coffer / Trunk
Located in Miami, FL
The rectangular plank top mounted with iron strap hinges, dated 1650.  
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Antique 1650s Spanish Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

Large Biedermeier Armoire, Cherry Wood, South Germany circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
original iron keys, locks and hinges. 2 doors, interior with 8 black shelves and one middle divider. Two
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Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

18th Century French Louis XV Walnut Armoire
Located in Winter Park, FL
patina. Oak as the secondary wood. Iron escutcheons and large forged iron hinges. Working lock and key
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Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

Early 18th Century Bleached French Walnut Armoire from the Île-de-France Region
Located in Dallas, TX
doors open on iron hinges to reveal four full-length shelves. The third shelf is much thicker than the
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Antique 18th Century French Louis XIV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

Biedermeier Armoire, Cherry, Walnut, Ebony, Brass, South Germany, circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
Neoclassical early Biedermeier armoire or wardrobe. Cherry veneered with fillings in walnut and
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Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Wardrobes and Armoires

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Brass, Iron

18th C. French Louis XV-Louis XVI Transition Period Walnut Bordelaise Armoire
Located in Birmingham, AL
A monumental 18th century French Louis XV-Louis XVI Transition period solid walnut chateau armoire handcrafted by skilled artisans from the Bordeaux region of France, circa 1750s, ha...
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Antique 1750s French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires

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Iron

Antique, Painted Tuscan Armoire
Located in Newport Beach, CA
. Original forged iron hardware.
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Antique 1780s Italian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

Antique, Painted Tuscan Armoire
Antique, Painted Tuscan Armoire
H 96 in W 65 in D 25 in
Early 18th Century Walnut and Olive Wood Armoire from Eastern France
Located in Dallas, TX
door moldings. Each door is mounted on iron hinges and separated by recessed molding into three
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Antique Early 18th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires

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Metal, Iron

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

Materials

Iron

18th Century Danish Painted and Carved Baroque Armoire
Located in Greenwich, CT
An outstanding 18th Century Danish paint decorated and profusely carved kas or armoire, the double domed to with rich faux marble arched cove moldings, the front with two applied car...
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Antique 1740s Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

Antique Early 19th C. French Provincial Hand Carved Elm and Burled Elm Bonnetier
Located in New Orleans, LA
burled wood armoire with stunning original wrought iron fitch hinges, escutcheons, locks with keys and
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Antique Early 19th Century French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

Antique German Baroque Armoire or Cabinet in Stripped Pine Made in the 1700's
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique German Baroque Armoire or Cabinet with two doors built in the mid-1700’s, based on the hardware and construction. The Antique Armoire is made from Stripped Pine and has numer...
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Antique 1770s German Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires

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Iron

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Wardrobe With Iron For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the wardrobe with iron you’re looking for. Frequently made of iron, metal and wood, every wardrobe with iron was constructed with great care. There are 12 variations of the antique or vintage wardrobe with iron you’re looking for, while we also have 3 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the wardrobe with iron you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A wardrobe with iron, designed in the Art Deco, Arts and Crafts or industrial style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one wardrobe with iron that is appealing in its simplicity, but Officine Tamborrino, Liberty & Co. and Wylie & Lochhead produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Wardrobe With Iron?

Prices for a wardrobe with iron can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1,917 and can go as high as $10,618, while the average can fetch as much as $3,500.

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 Wardrobe With Iron
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Compactum wardrobe is a piece of furniture made for storing clothes. Compactum wardrobes typically have mirrored doors and internal storage drawers, cubbies, racks and shelves that hold all of your necessities. Shop a collection of Compactum wardrobes from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Knockdown wardrobes are wardrobes that can be dismantled. Knockdown furniture is a type of furniture that requires customer assembly; that is, the furniture comes in parts with instruction manuals for assembly. Find a collection of antique and vintage knockdown wardrobes on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A chifferobe wardrobe is a piece of furniture designed for storing clothes. It features an armoire side that allows you to hang clothes on one side. On the other side, it may feature drawers or shelves to allow for extra versatile storage space. Browse a collection of chifferobe wardrobes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

    The top of a wardrobe is called a clothes rack, which is reserved for hanging garments.

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    A freestanding wardrobe is called an armoire. Armoires have been around since medieval times, functioning initially as storage furniture for arms like swords. In modern times, these attractive case goods have a range of uses. 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. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique and vintage armoires.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    You can use a variety of other things in place of a wardrobe. Armoires are a popular alternative. These case goods are usually bigger than wardrobes and have more ornate, decorative designs. You may also consider the chifferobe, which has a hanging area for clothing on one side and a chest of drawers on the other. Open clothes racks can also serve as a substitute for a wardrobe. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 11, 2024
    The difference between a wardrobe and a cupboard is that a wardrobe is a very tall structure that is typically located in a closet or bedroom. Wardrobes usually contain clothing and shoes, while a cupboard, even though it is a versatile type of case piece, is usually found in a kitchen or pantry and is used for food storage. 

    Although both are types of storage cabinets, a wardrobe is generally much larger than a cupboard. A wardrobe is a tall, streamlined cabinet that usually has some combination of drawers, shelves and hanging rods. You won’t find any hanging rods in a cupboard.

    Cupboards have long been staples in interior design as reliable case pieces, which have been a vital part of the home for centuries. Cupboards appeared in the Middle Ages and by the 17th century had eclipsed the chest in popularity as a piece of furniture for storage. New techniques in woodworking allowed furniture manufacturers to build pieces that were more complex than simple chests.

    Find a collection of antique and vintage storage furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    The difference between an almirah and a wardrobe is that an almirah is a type of wardrobe that originated in India. Typically made of wood and used to hold clothes and shoes, it can also be employed in a kitchen for storing small appliances and miscellaneous items or in an office for books and files.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Both a closet and a wardrobe are used for storing objects, but the former is a small room and the latter is a stand-alone piece of furniture.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    People may have mirrored wardrobes for different reasons. Some may appreciate the convenience of being able to quickly check their appearance after dressing for an event or for going into the office for work. Others may appreciate how mirrors can make a room seem larger or simply maximize the amount of lighting in a given space. On 1stDibs, find a range of mirrored wardrobes.
  • 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 2, 2023
    A wardrobe with drawers is called a chifforobe or chifferobe. It usually features a large, roomy interior for hanging clothes on one side and a chest of drawers on the other. Chifforobes date back to the early 20th century, and their name is a combination of the words wardrobe and chiffonier, the term for a narrow chest of drawers. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of chifforobes.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether mirrored wardrobes are a good idea is largely a matter of personal opinion. You may like the convenience of being able to check your appearance in the reflective surface. Mirrored furniture can also make small rooms seem larger and add appealing shine to spaces. Shop a selection of mirrored wardrobes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Unlike cast iron, wrought iron is not brittle and will bend rather than break. Wrought ironwork is produced with a hammer and anvil and tends to be more intricate than cast ironwork, which is characterized by repetitive designs that can be carved into a wooden pattern and cast. 

  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Cast iron columns are vertical supports produced out of cast iron, a material made from iron and alloys with a carbon content of more than two percent. During the 19th century, cast iron columns were used in architecture. Today, they primarily function as decorative objects. Shop a range of cast iron columns on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Iron doors were first used around the 10th century during the Middle Ages. Wrought iron doors fortified castles, towns and other high-invasion areas. As the designs and intricacies improved over time, heavily detailed doors became a status symbol for the upper-middle class and places of worship. Shop a selection of iron doors on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The earliest iron beds trace back to 17th-century Italy, where infestations of bed bugs and moths led crafters to produce handmade metal furniture for bedrooms. In the late 1800s, the beds came into fashion again because many people thought they were simpler to clean. You'll find a variety of antique iron beds on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Wrought iron is a highly refined iron alloy that is tough, malleable, corrosion resistant and easily welded. It is no longer produced on a commercial scale. Many items, including garden furniture, referred to today as wrought iron are actually made of mild steel. They are called wrought iron because they resemble objects that in the past were “wrought” by hand, rather than cast.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether iron pots are good for plants is a matter of opinion. The biggest advantage of an iron pot is that it’s highly durable. Many people also like the appearance of the metal. On the downside, an iron pot that lacks insulation could overheat plants when exposed to hot weather. In addition, adding water to iron could lead to rusting. Planter liners can reduce the risk of both overheating and rust. Find a range of planters on 1stDibs.

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