French Provincial Normandy Marriage Armoire, Carved Oak, 1900s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, HR
French Provincial Normandy Marriage Armoire, Carved Oak, 1900s.
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
French Provincial Normandy Marriage Armoire, Carved Oak, 1900s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, HR
French Provincial Normandy Marriage Armoire, Carved Oak, 1900s.
Oak
Antique French Hall Stand, 1900s
Located in South Shields, GB
A 19th century antique large French hall stand There are six large coat hooks, a table with a drawer and umbrella stand
Oak
Antique Louis XV Style Armoire with Chicken Wire Panels
Located in Dallas, TX
This charming early 1900s French armoire armoire is diminutive in its size.
Oak, Paint
1900’s French Country White Patinated Armoire
Located in High Point, NC
A turn of the century wooden armoire crafted in France, with a beautifully distressed patina. This five shelves cabinet features a molded cornice and an upright case standing on brac...
Wood
1900s French White Wooden Armoire
Located in High Point, NC
A white wooden cabinet from France, circa 1900. This handcrafted armoire stands on turned feet, guarded by a golden-brass lock. A refreshing space maker and a stylish storage. Adorne...
Brass
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H 98 in W 71 in D 23 in
Early 1900's Antique French Louis XVI Style, Painted, Mirrored, 98" H Armoire
Located in Austin, TX
Gorgeous Early 1900's Antique French Louis XVI Style, Painted, Mirrored, 98" H Armoire!!
Wood, Paint
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H 103.5 in W 69.75 in D 22.5 in
Early 1900s Antique Triple, French Breton, Carved Oak, Mirrored Armoire
Located in Austin, TX
Gorgeous Early 1900s Antique triple, French Breton, carved Oak, mirrored armoire!!
Oak
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H 100.25 in W 73 in D 27 in
1900s Louis XV Style Breakfront, Mirrored, Crest, 3 Drawers, Triple Armoire
Located in Austin, TX
Gorgeous armoire, triple, Louis XV style breakfront, mirrored, crest, 3 drawers, early 1900s, 20th century! Great for storing clothing in the bedrooms! Louis XV style oak breakfr...
Mirror, Wood
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H 99.75 in W 54 in D 19.5 in
Early 1900s Antique Louis XV Style Walnut Mirrored, Crest, Two-Door Armoire!!
Located in Austin, TX
Gorgeous antique Armoire Louis XV style walnut mirrored, with a crest and two doors, early 1900s, 20th century!! Great place to store your wardrobe and have two beautiful mirrors on ...
Mirror, Wood, Walnut
French Mini Faux Bamboo Armoire, Wood & Glass, Early 20th Century
Located in High Point, NC
This 1900s French mini faux bamboo armoire is a charming example of the timeless appeal of faux bamboo furniture.
Faux Bamboo, Glass
Large french corner wardrobe from the 1900s, pure linen color
Located in LYON, FR
This sublime corner cabinet (meaning its cornice stops on the right side) is intended for its right side to be positioned against a wall. It is therefore a corner cabinet from the 19...
Pine
1900s French White Wooden Armoire
Located in High Point, NC
A white wooden cabinet from France, circa 1900. This handcrafted armoire stands on turned feet, guarded by a golden-brass lock. A refreshing space maker and a stylish storage. Adorne...
Brass
Mahogany French Art Nouveau Armoire or Wardrobe, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent Art Nouveau armoire or wardrobe. Striking French design from the 1900s.
Brass
French Pitch-Pine Faux Bamboo Armoire or Wardrobe, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare French Provincial armoire or wardrobe. Striking French design from the 1900s.
Pine
Hand-Made Tall Armoire Made in France, Early 1900s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing a stunning piece of furniture that will elevate any room's decor - the Hand-Made Tall Armoire made in France, Early 1900s. This armoire is a rare find, crafted with care ...
Fruitwood
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H 89.18 in W 40.56 in D 17.33 in
French Birds-Eye Maple and Faux Bamboo Armoire or Wardrobe, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare French Provincial armoire or wardrobe. Striking French design from the 1900s.
Mirror, Birdseye Maple, Cherry
1900s Belgian White Wooden Armoire
Located in High Point, NC
An antique white wood patinated armoire from Belgium, circa 1900. Features wide double doors with recessed panels and curved brass handle, and a bifurcated interior with four shelves...
Softwood
1900s Belgian White Wooden Armoire
Located in High Point, NC
A white wood patinated armoire from Belgium, circa 1900. Handcrafted armoire standing on small feet fitted with four shelves and a pole for hanging. A refreshing space maker, stylish...
Softwood
French Neo Renaissance Wardrobe, 1900s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
This stunning antique wooden wardrobe with two doors and two drawers is a true masterpiece. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this neo-renaissance armoire showcases the ti...
Wood, Oak
Antique French Wardrobe, Brown Wood, Original Patina, 1900s Design
Located in High Point, NC
A brown wood wardrobes and armoire from the 1900s, made in France. Crafted in wood, the piece retains its original patina, a hallmark of authentic period furniture.
Wood
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H 102.76 in W 124.41 in D 19.69 in
Solid Oak Wardrobe with Olive Leaf Motif Hardware, France, Early 1900s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Impressive breakfront armoire in solid brushed oak, with four doors, and a central fixed door (see photo with doors open). Unusual olive leaf motif hardware and appliquéd décor. ...
Oak
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H 87 in W 51 in D 19 in
19th Century French Louis Philippe Walnut Armoire Period Chateau, circa 1900s
Located in Hialeah, FL
Completely handmade, it is destined to provide enjoyment to your family for generations to come, 2 doors and 1 drawer in the base of the armoires and two shelves inside circa 1900s. ...
Walnut
French Restauration Style Painted Armoire Vitrine, circa 1900s
Located in Austin, TX
A French Restauration Style Armoire made of pine wood painted off white with light blue and green trim. The Armoire stands on a plinth base, the door panels are wire screen and the p...
Wire
Superb 1900s French Armoire with Mirrored Doors
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This is a very nice antique French armoire in excellent condition, it may have been refinished at some time. There are two mirrored doors very nice carving to the top in the Rocco s...
When shopping for antique and vintage wardrobes and armoires for your home, there are several things to keep in mind, not least of which is question number 1:
What is the difference between an armoire and a wardrobe?
The difference between an armoire and a wardrobe is actually simple: An armoire is merely an ornate wardrobe. A wardrobe is a tall, streamlined storage cabinet that usually has some combination of drawers, shelves and hanging rods.
Antique and vintage armoires, on the other hand, are freestanding, heavy wooden structures that typically feature decorative metal hinges and pictorial carvings. Armoires are large cabinets that aren’t outfitted with the varied storage features that wardrobes now commonly have. Armoires often have one or two doors and a hanging bar and allow for quick access. Whether a minimalist mid-century modern wardrobe or grandiose Victorian-era armoire is the right fit for you, both are highly functional furnishings and can be a smart storage solution.
Armoires have been around since medieval times, and initially they may have housed weapons and armor. In their early days, armoires were often adorned with elaborate carvings and lavish paintings, particularly in Renaissance-era France. During the 18th century and later, armoires were widely known as “presses” for hanging clothes, and they were so large that they swallowed up the room where they stood.
In today’s modern homes, an antique armoire can be a striking, architectural work of art amid comparably unadorned furnishings. Whether you’re using your piece in the kitchen for cookware or as a food pantry, in the bedroom for clothes or in the living room as a media console, it will likely become a lovable focal point.
The evolution of the armoire can be seen in today’s corner wardrobes, which may rest on an asymmetrical base to account for corner placement, and even mirrored wardrobes, which feature a mirror affixed to the inside panel of one of the doors for convenience. Contemporary wardrobes commonly feature additional sliding trays and drawers and hanging space for clothing or linens, and the cabinet doors make them ideal for concealing televisions and computer monitors when such devices aren’t in use.
When choosing the right wardrobe or vintage armoire for your home, it’s good to have the following in mind: What are you planning to store in it? How much of what you’re storing will need to be housed in it? It should be big enough to accommodate your needs. What is the size of the room where your wardrobe or armoire will live? A large new piece of furniture in a modest space can easily become a hindrance if you have to navigate your way around it during your daily routine, so be mindful of the area you'll need in order to move freely.
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