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What’s another word for an armoire?

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What’s another word for an armoire?
An armoire is a large wardrobe. Originally, it was a place for storing tools and weapons, hence the name coming from the same root as the English “armory.” On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique wardrobes from some of the world’s top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Pair of Painted Wood Grain Metal Armoires
Located in Washington, DC
A very rare pair of faux wood-grain painted tole metal armoires.
Category

Antique 19th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Metal

Pair of Four Panel Vintage Armoires in Cream Lacquer
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A pair of custom, cream lacquer four door armoires with molding on each door to create a raised
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Lacquer

Near pair of walnut wardrobes
Located in Cheshire, GB
This stunning pair of French-style wardrobes brings timeless elegance and functionality to any
Category

Early 20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Pair of matching Art Deco Sycamore wardrobes
Located in Barnstaple, GB
A glorious pair of matching Art Deco Wardrobes, dating to the 1930s, in a lovely warm blonde
Category

Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Macassar, Sycamore

Pair of 19th Century French Bonnetiere
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fine pair of cherrywood (possibly walnut) bonnetiere. In excellent condition. Two keys.
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

Pair of Bamboo Cabinets by Vivai del Sud – 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, RM
Pair of Bamboo Cabinets by Vivai del Sud – 1970s Product details Dimensions: 120 B x 164 H x 62 P
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

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