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Why is it called an armoire?
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Why it is called an armoire likely relates to the original purpose of the furniture. When armoires first emerged during the Middle Ages, people often stored armor and weapons in them. In Latin, the name for an armor storage chest is "armonium," so the term armoire may have come from that. Although people now use armoires to store clothing, home theater systems and other items rather than suits of armor, the name persists. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of armoires.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
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Swiss Alpine wardrobe consisting of a row of drawers and a storage door
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Swiss Alpine wardrobe consisting of a row of drawers and a storage door with a painted decoration of Swiss folk art motifs circa 1850
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Antique 1850s Swiss Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wood
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
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Fruitwood, Mahogany
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
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Walnut
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
Dutch 19th Century Oak Armoire or Wardrobe
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A stunning piece of Dutch craftsmanship dating to the early 19th Century. Made from solid oak, this spacious armoire is imposing yet elegant. The double doors have carefully carved...
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Antique 19th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
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
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Brass
