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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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Tyrolean-Style Painted Cabinet, dated 1801, Folk Art
Located in Vo', Veneto
Tyrolean-Style Painted Cabinet, dated 1801
Antique painted Tyrolean cabinet, dated 1801. Made of fir wood, this antique piece of furniture features the typical light blue lacquer fin...
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Antique Early 1800s German Folk Art Wardrobes and Armoires
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Fir
Early 20th Century Antique Traditional Spanish Pinewood Wardrobe
Located in Barcelona, ES
Traditional rustic pinewood dresser.
Made by unknown artisan from Spain, circa 1930.
In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beauti...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires
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Wood
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1970s Golden Brass Garment Rack, Clothing Stand Rail, Dress Hanger, Italy
Located in Carimate, Como
Vintage 1970s Italian stylish and polished shiny brass hanger stand, with Classic carved column and decorated top finals, standing on 4 brass covered wheels. A great piece that perfe...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Coat Racks and Stands
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Brass
Vintage French Rococo Floral Carved & Custom Painted 2-Door Armoire c1940
Located in Big Flats, NY
This vintage French Rococo armoire, dating to approximately 1940, features a custom painted finish with delicate floral motifs. The piece is cons...
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Mid-20th Century Wardrobes and Armoires
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Wood
1958 Japanese Series KU10 Wardrobe by Cees Braakman for Pastoe
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Manufactured in 1958 by Pastoe (UMS) in the Netherlands, this KU10 wardrobe is part of Cees Braakman's celebrated Japanese Series. The two-compartment case is clad in teak veneer wit...
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Metal
1900s Thonet Vienna Art Nouveau Secessionist Bentwood Wall Coat Rack, Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful, original, and authentic Art Nouveau (Jugendstil / Secession) wall-mounted coat and hat rack, dating from around 1900 and produced by Gebrüder Thonet, Vienna, Austria. Th...
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Wardrobes and Armoires
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Bentwood, Wood
