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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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French 19th Century Faux Bamboo Pine Mirror Door Armoire
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
It may look like bamboo at first glance, but this 19th-century French armoire is actually solid pine, which has been carefully carved with ribs to imitate bamboo stalks. The spaces ...
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Antique 19th Century French Other Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Pine
Carved Oak Cabinet, Charles Dudouyt Style, France, 1960
Located in Labrit, Landes
A beautiful French oak cabinet dating from the 1960s, in the style of Charles Dudouyt.
It opens with two doors adorned with geometric panels and large circular motifs carved in reli...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wrought Iron
Antique English George II Style Oyster Burl Yew Cabinet on Chest Linen Press 80"
Located in Dayton, OH
This George II style cabinet-on-chest, linen press, wardrobe or armoire features exquisite yew wood and oyster burl veneers, showcased through book-matched panels and cross-banded bo...
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Early 20th Century English George II Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
$10,500 Sale Price
30% Off
Italian 19th Century Louis Philippe Solid Walnut Antique Wardrobe, Restored
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Are you looking for the perfect piece to add soul and character to your home? This is the wardrobe for you!
We present this spectacular antique solid walnut wardrobe, crafted in Ita...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Walnut
Antique English Art Deco Queen Anne Style Burr Walnut Armoire Wardrobe Closet
Located in Dayton, OH
This English Art Deco walnut armoire features a striking, book-matched burr walnut veneer facade that displays a beautifully symmetrical, rich wood grain pattern across its double do...
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Glass, Walnut, Burl
$2,100 Sale Price
30% Off
Antique Edwardian Neoclassical Mahogany Fruitwood Inlaid Wardrobe Armoire Mirror
Located in Dayton, OH
This elegant Edwardian Neoclassical knockdown armoire is masterfully crafted from rich mahogany wood and adorned with exquisite fruitwood inlaid detailing. The striking facade featur...
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Early 20th Century European Edwardian Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Fruitwood, Mahogany
