Spanish Colonial Wardrobes and Armoires

SPANISH COLONIAL STYLE

After the conquest of Mexico in 1521 and the Philippines in 1565, Spain dictated a global culture. The colonization of territories in the Americas, Western Europe, Africa, Oceania and the Pacific imposed the values of Spain, including Catholicism, while the extraction of resources reinforced the empire’s wealth and power. Unlike many styles that came out of European colonialism, such as British Colonial, Spanish Colonial furniture and architecture frequently mixed local heritage with the artistic traditions of Spain.

Spanish Colonial furniture was informed by the shifting styles of Europe as well as Indigenous culture. There were Inca tapestries depicting Spanish coats of arms and Baroque chairs adorned with tropical flora. The butaca, a low easy chair popular in the Caribbean, was inspired by Rococo’s curving forms and the shape of precolonial seating. In New Mexico, Pueblo artisans carved chests with patterns reminiscent of Anasazi art.

Even within the homes of the wealthy, furniture was usually restricted to necessities like benches, desks, cupboards and chests. These were often ornately designed and especially important for storing prized goods like textiles. Spanish Colonial houses were built with adobe and clay and tended to be minimally decorated, so the style’s heavily carved wooden furniture pieces stood out against a home’s white stucco walls.

The Spanish Colonial period mostly came to an end after the territories achieved independence from Spain. However, its aesthetics continued to influence Southwestern style and Spanish Colonial Revival style after Spanish Colonial style was used extensively at San Diego’s 1915 Panama-California Exposition.

Find a collection of antique Spanish Colonial chairs, tables, bedroom furniture and other furniture on 1stDibs.

Style: Spanish Colonial

18th Century Spanish Armoire

Located in Dallas, TX

Beautiful solid white oak armoire or 18th century is an excellent example of Spanish furniture during the 1700s. With a wonderfully wood piece that c...

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18th Century Spanish Antique Spanish Colonial Wardrobes and Armoires

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Oak

18th Century Spanish Armoire

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18th Century French Antique Spanish Colonial Wardrobes and Armoires

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Walnut

French 18th Century Solid Walnut Armoire

H 89.25 in W 53.25 in D 25 in

18th Century French Rustic Armoire

Located in Wiesbaden, DE

Rustic Armoire in solid oak, France 18th century. This old cabinet was unearthed in a farm in the Pyrenees, it is an authentic piece of rustic furniture. Handcrafted in the 1700s, made from raw wooden...

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18th Century French Antique Spanish Colonial Wardrobes and Armoires

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Oak

18th Century French Rustic Armoire

H 57.88 in W 33.86 in D 12.41 in

18th Century Carved Oak French Armoire

Located in Wilson, NC

18th century carved Oak French armoire has the original brass escutcheons and hinges. The cornice is carved with interlaced acanthus leaves and...

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1780s French Antique Spanish Colonial Wardrobes and Armoires

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Brass

18th Century Carved Oak French Armoire

H 88 in W 59 in D 22.5 in

18th Century Walnut Antique Armoire

Located in East Hampton, NY

French Armoire in original condition from the 1700s. It is shy of 9 feet tall. It is roomy enough inside for two shelves and hanging clothing, or for a large TV, or even as a toddlers bed.

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18th Century French Antique Spanish Colonial Wardrobes and Armoires

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Walnut

18th Century Walnut Antique Armoire

H 104 in W 57 in D 28 in

18th Century, French, Armoire in Walnut

Located in Charleston, SC

18th Century French walnut armoire with doors strongly moulded in many curves and counter-curves. The “chapeau de gendarme” cornice richly carved f...

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18th Century French Antique Spanish Colonial Wardrobes and Armoires

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Iron

18th Century, French, Armoire in Walnut

H 97.5 in W 62 in D 26 in

18th Century French Provincial Miniature Armoire

Located in Winter Park, FL

An 18th Century French Provincial miniature sample armoire from the Burgundy region. Made of walnut and burl of oak with pine as a secondary wood. A rare early armoire, nicely crafted with subtle carved details and beautiful wood grain to the burl panels. Bottom dovetailed drawer is lined with tin compartments. Original brass hardware. Lock and keys in working condition. Waxed patina. Hooks have been added so that it may be hung as a small wall cabinet...

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Late 18th Century French Antique Spanish Colonial Wardrobes and Armoires

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Brass

18th Century French Provincial Miniature Armoire

H 20.5 in W 17.25 in D 7.5 in

French 18th Century Painted & Carved Armoire

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A painted and carved French armoire from the late 1700’s. The cabinet has its original paint finish that is worn in all the right places with whimsical and geographic carved designs....

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18th Century French Antique Spanish Colonial Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood, Paint

French 18th Century Painted & Carved Armoire

H 80.5 in W 60.25 in D 20.25 in

French Provincial 18th Century Walnut Armoire

Located in New York, NY

French Provincial 18th century walnut two door large scale armoire with foliate carved detail on doors and cornice with original hardware supported on a flat base.

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18th Century French Antique Spanish Colonial Wardrobes and Armoires

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Walnut

French Provincial 18th Century Walnut Armoire

H 106 in W 72.5 in D 28 in

Antique French Oak Armoire, 18th Century

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Beautiful highly carved wedding armoire of oak and mesh. In good age appropriate condition. Has key and shelves. Completely disassembles. All peg jointed. Hole in the back to accommo...

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18th Century French Antique Spanish Colonial Wardrobes and Armoires

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Oak

Antique French Oak Armoire, 18th Century

H 105 in W 64 in D 22 in

18th Century French Country Armoire

Located in Doylestown, PA

A lovely Louis XV period arched-top armoire in honey-colored cherrywood, beautifully carved with floral motifs, the two inset paneled doors retaining their original lock and hardware...

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18th Century French Antique Spanish Colonial Wardrobes and Armoires

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Cherry

18th Century French Country Armoire

H 98 in W 59 in D 26 in

Painted Armoire, 18th Century, Louis XIV

Located in New Orleans, LA

18th century Italian Louis XIV painted armoire two-door faux bois wardrobe with golden neoclassical decorative paint. With working lock and one key. As purchased in Italy with antiqu...

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18th Century Italian Antique Spanish Colonial Wardrobes and Armoires

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Paint

Painted Armoire, 18th Century, Louis XIV

H 80.5 in W 40 in D 24.25 in

French 18th Century Gothic Armoire

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

This 18th century, mixed wood French armoire is absolutely stunning. It is Gothic-style and features two tall, paneled doors on barrel hinges. One key operates the locking right door...

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18th Century French Antique Spanish Colonial Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood

French 18th Century Gothic Armoire

H 91.25 in W 65.5 in D 22.38 in

Previously Available Items

Equator Furniture Company 18th C Style Spanish Colonial Cabinet Mini Armoire

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

Equator Furniture Company 18th century Style Spanish Colonial Cabinet Mini Armoire. Equator made furniture utilizing reclaimed barn wood or pieces of Vin...

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20th Century Spanish Colonial Wardrobes and Armoires

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Iron

Equator Furniture Company 18th C Style Spanish Colonial Cabinet Mini Armoire

H 51 in W 30 in D 30 in

18C Style Therien Studio Workshop Dessin Fournir Walnut Wardrobe Armoire Cabinet

By Therien Studio Workshops

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

18th C Style Therien Studio Workshop - Dessin Fournir walnut wardrobe armoire cabinet.

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20th Century American Spanish Colonial Wardrobes and Armoires

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Walnut

18C Style Therien Studio Workshop Dessin Fournir Walnut Wardrobe Armoire Cabinet

H 98 in W 55 in D 25 in

18th Century Spanish Oak Armoire with Relief Polychrome Decoration

Located in Milford, NH

A wonderful two-door oak armoire with molded cornice, relief gessoed polychrome panels with foliate, grape, and geometric decoration, adorned with forged iron exterior hinges on each...

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18th Century Spanish Antique Spanish Colonial Wardrobes and Armoires

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Oak

18th Century Spanish Oak Armoire with Relief Polychrome Decoration

H 71.75 in W 67.5 in D 21.75 in

Armario O Ropero

Located in Santa Fe, NM

This 18th century Baroque armario o ropero (armoire or wardrobe) is constructed of hand hewn, joined and carved light sabino pine. The iron hinges, lock and lockplate are all hand-fo...

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1740s Mexican Antique Spanish Colonial Wardrobes and Armoires

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Pine

Armario O Ropero

H 67 in W 37 in D 18 in

18th Century Mexican Carved Pine Armoire

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

18th century Mexican carved pine armoire. Beautiful, masculine character and aged to perfection.

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Mid-18th Century Mexican Antique Spanish Colonial Wardrobes and Armoires

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Iron

18th Century Mexican Carved Pine Armoire

H 81.5 in W 52 in D 21 in

Antique Door Armoire

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Armoire made from antique doors. The body of the armoire has an upper section with two doors and a lower section with two doors, divided by an interior shelf. The upper section has a...

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20th Century Guatemalan Spanish Colonial Wardrobes and Armoires

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Cedar

Antique Door Armoire

H 94 in W 52 in D 26 in

19th Century Wardrobe

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19th c. cedro wood wardrobe with six interior shelves. Each side has secret locking panels with an additional six interior shelves. Three drawers on the bottom. Original locks and k...

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19th Century Guatemalan Antique Spanish Colonial Wardrobes and Armoires

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Cedar

19th Century Wardrobe

H 78.75 in W 58.75 in D 19 in

Spanish Colonial wardrobes and armoires for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Spanish Colonial wardrobes and armoires for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage wardrobes and armoires created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Spanish Colonial wardrobes and armoires made in a specific country, there are Europe, and Spain pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for wardrobes and armoires differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,120 and tops out at $4,800 while the average work can sell for $2,850.