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What is the difference between a closet and an almirah?
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The difference between a closet and an almirah comes down to portability. A closet is a storage space for clothing that is a permanent part of an interior. It may be a recessed area in a room hidden behind doors, a curtained-off space or an entirely separate room. An almirah, a term that originated in India, is a freestanding piece of furniture like a wardrobe that features a hanging rod for clothing and sometimes additional storage solutions, such as shelving or drawers. You can place an almirah in different parts of a room because it's not built-in. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage armoires and wardrobes.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
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By &New
Located in Leicester, GB
The Gray Screen is a freestanding room divider, named after the iconic modernist architect-designer Eileen Gray, a lover of screens. The large powder-coated aluminium curves introduc...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Minimalist Wardrobes and Armoires
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Aluminum
20th Century, Le Corbusier Wardrobe for Hunitè d'Habitation de Marseille
By Le Corbusier
Located in Turin, Turin
Le Corbusier was a Swiss-French architect, designer, urbanist, writer and also painter, who is famous for being one of the pioneers of what is now called Modern architecture or the I...
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
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Wood
Traditional Rustic Pinewood Dresser – Spain, Circa 1900
Located in Barcelona, ES
Traditional Rustic Pinewood Dresser – Spain, Circa 1900
Bring a touch of rustic charm and timeless elegance into your home with this traditional pinewood dresser, crafted by an unknown artisan in Spain around 1900. This beautifully handcrafted piece exemplifies the simplicity and authenticity of rustic Spanish furniture...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires
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Wood
$11,044 Sale Price
25% Off
Mid century danish modern teak 2 door wardrobe storage cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century danish modern teak 2 door wardrobe cabinet. Behind the doors are open shelves. (8) adjustable shelves total with pins. (4) on the left and (4) on the right side. Great fo...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
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Teak
Mid Century Modern Lane 5 Drawer 2 door Walnut tall Wardrobe Chrome legs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare Mid-Century Modern Lane patchwork walnut and rosewood Wardrobe dresser Armoire circa 1970s well built. Has 2 center front cabinet doors with 2 Interior drawers behind them. Has ...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
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Chrome
$2,160 Sale Price
40% Off
German bridal cabinet
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A beautiful cabinet from the rural south of Germany. The cabinet was once given as a wedding gift. This cabinet is hand-painted in vibrant colours. The cabinet has its original hinge...
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Vintage 1950s German Folk Art Wardrobes and Armoires
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Pine
$4,256