Italian Art Deco 1940s Wardrobe
Located in Milan, IT
Splendid Italian 1940s Art Deco wardrobe.
1940s Italian Art Deco 1940s Vintage Wardrobe
Wood
Italian Art Deco 1940s Wardrobe
Located in Milan, IT
Splendid Italian 1940s Art Deco wardrobe.
Wood
Art Deco Wardrobe Armoire Cabinet, Circa 1940's France
Located in North York, ON
This stunning Art Deco wardrobe armoire, made in France circa 1940s, is crafted from rich Macassar
Brass
Wardrobe with Bronze Handles, 1940s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Art Deco Wardrobe – Well-Built Construction The curved four-door wardrobe rests on a fluted base
Mirror, Walnut, Burl
Vintage Danish Oak Closet Linen Wardrobe 1940s Cabinet
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Beautifully wardrobe, dresser from the early 20th Century. Crafted entirely from solid oak—inside
Oak
Paolo Buffa Large Highboard or Wardrobe in Cherry 1940s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paolo Buffa, wardrobe or large cabinet, cherry, brass, Italy, 1940s This rare wardrobe exudes
Brass
$30,984
H 72.45 in W 110.24 in D 23.63 in
Italian Art Deco Wardrobe Attr. to Osvaldo Borsani in Parchment, 1940s
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Meda, MB
This elegant Italian Art Deco wardrobe, produced in the 1940s and attributable to Osvaldo Borsani
Brass
$3,349
H 72.45 in W 47.25 in D 24.41 in
1940s Bauhaus Wardrobe by Hynek Gottwald , Walnut & Beech Veneer, Chrome Details
By Hynek Gottwald
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage Bauhaus wardrobe produced by Hynek Gottwald for Kovona in Czechoslovakia during the 1940s
Chrome
$3,750 / set
H 75 in W 40 in D 22 in
1940s Hand-Carved Arch Mexican Wooden Armoire Wardrobe Nightstand, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Crafted during the 1940s, this pine arched armoire with drawers and iron handles was handmade in
Iron
$47,852
H 61.03 in W 40.95 in D 20.87 in
Rare wardrobe by Le Corbusier for Unité d’Habitation in Marseille, France 1940s
By Le Corbusier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare French mid-century wardrobe cabinet by Le Corbusier, designed for the iconic Unité
Wood, Oak
$33,496
H 76.38 in W 45.67 in D 27.56 in
Rare Wardrobe, Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, 1940s
By Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Rare wardrobe by Alvar Aalto for the Varkaus Hospital. Manufactured by Oy Huonekalu- ja
Birch, Plywood, Paint
$8,875
H 79.5 in W 61.63 in D 21 in
Antique French Art Deco Macassar Ebony Wood Wardrobe Armoire Cabinet, 1940s
Located in Detroit, MI
This exquisite antique Art Deco wooden wardrobe armoire cabinet was made in France circa 1940. This
Steel, Chrome
$9,600
H 86.5 in W 56.25 in D 21 in
Mid-20th Century Two-Door Chinoiserie Decorated Armoire. France, 1940's.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
generous storage and can serve as a wardrobe, linen cabinet, or statement storage piece in a bedroom
Wood
Unusual 3-D Gilded Armoire - France, 1940s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Fun 1940s almost square armoire with "beveled" frame-like doors. Craquelé gold paint effect.
Hand Carved Oak Armoire by Charles Dudouyt, French Art Deco, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A hand carved solid oak armoire by French designer Charles Dudouyt, produced in France in the 1940s
Wood
$4,187
H 75.6 in W 35.44 in D 16.54 in
Italian mid-century modern archive cabinet in wood and red metal, 1940s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern archive in wood and red metal, 1940s Office filing cabinet in solid wood
Metal
$27,000
H 76.78 in W 118.12 in D 21.66 in
Guglielmo Ulrich Highboard in Walnut with Mirrored Door Panels
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guglielmo Ulrich, wardrobe, walnut, mirrored glass, maple, Italy, 1940s. This large wardrobe
Glass, Walnut
$2,077
H 77.37 in W 43.51 in D 22.45 in
Walnut Works circa 1940's Light Walnut Large Wardrobe Part of Large Suite
By Walnut Cabinet Works
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale a lovely circa 1940’s light Walnut double wardrobe made by The
Walnut
$2,077
H 77.17 in W 49.22 in D 22.45 in
Walnut Works circa 1940's Light Walnut X Large Wardrobe Part of Large Suite
By Walnut Cabinet Works
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer lovely circa 1940’s light Walnut double wardrobe made by The Walnut
Walnut
Black Wardrobe-Style Art Deco Hall Stand in Iron, France 1940s
Located in Miami, FL
Bring the sophistication of a 1940s Paris apartment into your home with this authentic Art Deco
Iron
$5,472Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 80.5 in W 20.5 in D 36 in
Pair 1940's Tall Hollywood Regency Dark Walnut Chiffoniers/ Tall Boys/ Wardrobes
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1940's Pair Hollywood Regency Carved Walnut Tall Chiffoniers/ Bachelors Chests/ Tall Boys
Wood
Unavailable
H 70.87 in W 92.92 in D 25.6 in
Andrè Arbus, 1940s Wardrobe in Cherrywood and Eggshell, France
By André Arbus
Located in Milan, IT
Rare wardrobe by Andrè Arbus in cherrywood and doors covered in eggshell. Four doors, a space
Brass
Unavailable
H 70.87 in W 104.34 in D 22.45 in
1940s Gentleman's Wardrobe with Giant White Tiger Hand-Painted by Kensa Designs
Located in Oxted, Surrey
This is a very large 1940s wardrobe restored to a high standard and hand-painted by Kensa Designs
Acrylic, Wood
Maurice Jallot 1940's Cherrywood Wardrobe
By Maurice Jallot
Located in Paris, FR
Maurice Jallot 1940's Cherrywood Wardrobe with five oak shelves and gilt bronze fittings.
Ormolu
Wardrobe, Danish Design, 1940s
Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie
Wardrobe was made in the 1940s, Danish production. Construction is covered with pine veneer. The
Pine
Wardrobe, France 1940s
Located in Vienna, AT
This wardrobe is made out of oak wood, brass and glass. It has four pegs, moveable.
Brass
Oak Wardrobe 1940s Vintage Unique Retro
Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie
Exceptional wardrobe from the 1940s, made of oakwood. Fantastic decorations give it a unique
Wood
French 1940's 3 door armoire
Located in So. Egremont, MA
This French wardrobe has 3 doors.The side compartments are shelved and the center quilted door
Wood
A 1940's Italian Palisandre Two Door Armoire
Located in New York, NY
1940's
Unavailable
H 9.5 in W 15 in D 9 in
Film Equipment Luggage Case, Vintage, circa 1940s Patterned Canvas on Wood. Deco
Located in Dallas, TX
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Note: This antique MAY qualify for our EXTRA 10-25% off Gallery sale, Going on now. Please inquire. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Offered for your consideration ...
Canvas, Bakelite, Wood
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Top-Loader Wardrobe Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Louis Vuitton Monogram canvas top-loader wardrobe trunk, circa 1940's; Price: $22,200. Dimensions
Brass
Louis Vuitton Top-of-the-Line Monogram Full-Size Wardrobe Steamer
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Louis Vuitton top-of-the-line monogram full-size wardrobe steamer, circa 1940s; price: $18,300
Brass
Retro Earrings and Brooch Gold Set
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. This classic set will brightly spruce up any wardrobe. Circa 1940s.
14k Gold
Extraordinary Italian 1940s Wardrobe
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Extraordinary wardrobe / armoire manufactured in Italy in the '40s. As one can notice in the
Brass
Suzanne Guiguichon Wardrobe, France, 1940s
By Suzanne Guiguichon
Located in Greding, DE
Large two-door wardrobe by Suzanne Guiguichon (1900-1985) in maple, the doors are covered with
Maple, Parchment Paper
Vintage Parisian 1940s Double Wardrobe
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
This piece is very well made indeed, the timber patina is sublime, it looks very French Art Deco! Inside you find two large spaced hanging rails and one shelf.
Oak
Wardrobe Beech Veneer, Italy, 1940s
Located in Milano, IT
Cabinet with hinged doors; Walnut and beech veneered wood, floral decorations in carved and gilded wood.
Beech, Walnut
Wardrobe Walnut, Italy, 1930s-1940s
Located in Milano, IT
Cabinet with hinged doors; walnut and briar veneered wood, carved band at the base, mirrored glass, details in carved wood.
Mirror, Walnut, Burl
Sold
H 75.99 in W 49.41 in D 21.66 in
Stunning Vintage 1940's Burr Walnut Double Bank Wardrobe & Mirror Part of Suite
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning burr walnut vintage circa 1940's double bank
Mirror, Walnut
Wardrobe Cherry Veneer, Italy, 1940s-1950s
Located in Milano, IT
Wardrobe with hinged doors, cherry veneer.
Cherry
Paolo Buffa, Wardrobe, Walnut, Brass, Italy, 1940s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in High Point, NC
A sizeable walnut and brass wardrobe or cabinet, designed and produced by Paolo Buffa, Italy, 1940s.
Brass
Sold
H 79.73 in W 49.41 in D 23.43 in
ANTIQUE CIRCA 1940's BURR WALNUT LARGE WARDROBE SPLITS IN TWO FOR EASY TRANSPORT
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
circa 1940’s Art Deco large Wardrobe which is part of a suite Please note the delivery fee listed is
Walnut
French 1940's Armoire
Located in Doylestown, PA
A French 1940’s armoire in cerused oak with three doors, the center one mirrored, three drawers in
Oak, Mirror
Vintage Art Deco Style Wardrobe, 1940s
Located in South Shields, GB
An Art Deco style mahogany wardrobe, circa 1940s Featuring a hanging rail and a shelves The piece
Wood, Walnut
Wardrobe Durmast Veneer Mirror Vintage, Italy, 1940s-1950s
Located in Milano, IT
A wardrobe with two hinged doors, durmast veneer and mirrors. Manufactured in Italy, 1940s-1950s.
Mirror, Wood
Sold
H 70.67 in W 68.51 in L 70.67 in
Wardrobe, Mahogany Veneer Brass Mirror Glass, Italy, 1940s-1960s
Located in Milano, IT
Wardrobe with 4 swing doors; mahogany veneered wood, back-treated glass and mirror, brass profiles.
Brass
Art Deco wardrobe, Poland, 1940s. After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco wardrobe from the 1940s, Poland. The furniture is in very good condition, after
Walnut
Exceptional Italian Modernist C.1940s Vellum Wardrobe
Located in London, GB
An exceptional C.1940s northern Italian parchment/vellum wardrobe. Ample storage behind the three
Parchment Paper
French 1940's Pallisandre Armoire
Located in Dallas, TX
An elegantly designed Armoire with beautiful nickel handles. Original mirror. Lockable doors. Interior shelving and two drawer storage.
Rosewood
Sold
H 72.84 in W 119.69 in L 72.84 in
Mid Century Early 1940's Art Deco Wardrobe Made in Burr Elm Wood Veneer
By Giovanni Gariboldi
Located in London, Park Royal
. It is part of an elegantly unique bedroom suite, circa early 1940's, inspired by the Milanese
Wood
Futurist Style Wardrobe with Carved Panels, 1940s
By Marelli & Colico
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Closet cabinet of great quality solid walnut, has 5 door panels carved with characters of futuristic taste with gouged bottom, all resting on conical feet with brass ferrules. Under ...
Walnut
British Art Deco Style Birdseye Maple Wardrobe, 1940s
Located in South Shields, GB
A 1940s Art Deco style birdseye maple wardrobe Featuring two rails and a shelf This wardrobe
Wood, Birdseye Maple
British Art Deco Style Birdseye Maple Wardrobe, 1940s
Located in South Shields, GB
A 1940s Art Deco style birdseye maple wardrobe Featuring a pull out hanging rail and shelves.
Wood, Birdseye Maple
Sold
H 68.12 in W 55.12 in D 18.12 in
Rare Capitonné Leather Wardrobes by Paolo Buffa for Arrighi Serafino, 1940s
By Paolo Buffa, Serafino Arrighi
Located in Brescia, Brescia
wardrobes, indubitably designed by Paolo Buffa, embodies the pinnacle of 1940s luxury and refinement. Buffa
Leather, Cherry
British Vintage Art Deco Walnut Wardrobe or Hall Cupboard, 1940s
Located in South Shields, GB
An Oak Art Deco hall cupboard or single wardrobe - circa 1930s Inside the cupboard has a rail and
Wood, Walnut
SMALL & COMPACT ART DECO 1940s BURR WALNUT WARDROBE
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Stunning Art Dec0 1940s Burr Walnut Wardrobe. A small and
Walnut
1940's French Industrial Clothing Rack
Located in New York, NY
Industrial clothing rack on wheels. Slat base. Would also make a great vehicle to hang art work or a mirror.
Iron
French 1940's Cerused Oak Armoire
Located in Doylestown, PA
A large and impressive French armoire circa 1940 in cerused oak with a pedestal base and 2 large
Oak
Sold
H 79.14 in W 49.61 in D 22.84 in
Vintage circa 1940s Alfred COX Burr Walnut Large Wardrobe Part of Suite
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
circa 1940’s Alfred Cox Art Deco large Wardrobe which is part of a suite Please note the delivery fee
Walnut
Sold
H 61.03 in W 41.34 in D 22.84 in
Mid Century Wooden Wardrobe by Le Corbusier for the Unité d’Habitation, 1940s
By Le Corbusier
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare French wooden mid century wardrobe in yellow lacquered wood with dark stained oak handles
Steel
Vintage Art Deco Burr Walnut Compact Compactum Wardrobe, 1940s
Located in South Shields, GB
An Art Deco 1930's burr walnut compact wardrobe Featuring a pull out rail and shelves
Wood, Walnut
Sold
H 75.99 in W 48.82 in L 75.99 in
Vintage Art Deco Style 1940s Burr Light Walnut Large Double Wardrobe Part Suite
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Art Deco style Burr light Walnut double wardrobe
Walnut
Sold
H 74.81 in W 106.7 in D 24.41 in
Wardrobe Burl Rosewood Veneer Mirror Brass Vintage, Italy, 1940s-1950s
Located in Milano, IT
A wardrobe, burl and rosewood veneer, mirror, brass handles and tips. Manufactured in Italy, 1940s
Brass
British Art Deco Style Walnut Wardrobe from Harris Lebus, 1940s
By Harris Lebus
Located in South Shields, GB
-- Art Deco style serpentine wardrobe - Manufactured in the UK by Harris Lebus - Featuring a
Wood
British Art Deco Style Walnut Wardrobe from Harris Lebus, 1940s
By Harris Lebus
Located in South Shields, GB
-- Art Deco style serpentine wardrobe - Manufactured in the UK by Harris Lebus - Featuring a
Wood
Sold
H 70.08 in W 36.23 in D 22.05 in
Art Deco Walnut Wardrobe by Jindrich Halabala for Up Zavody, 1940s
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Żory, PL
Czechoslovakia in the 1940's. It has two doors, an internal clothes rail and five shelves.
Wood, Walnut
ART DECO LARGE 1940s BURR WALNUT QUEEN ANNE FEET STYLE WARDROBE
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Beautiful Art Deco 1940s Burr Walnut Wardrobe With Queen
Walnut
Sold
H 64.18 in W 30.32 in D 18.9 in
British Art Deco Style Walnut Small Wardrobe from Harris Lebus, 1940s
By Harris Lebus
Located in South Shields, GB
-- Art Deco style serpentine wardrobe - Manufactured in the UK by Harris Lebus - Featuring a
Wood
1940's Jean Pascaud French Armoire
Located in Dallas, TX
French Armoire by Jean Pascaud. Cabinet has two lockable doors with one key. Scalloped detailing on bottom with splayed legs. Bronze mermaid details on doors with stars.
1940s Italian Sycamore Armoire
Located in Queens, NY
1940s's Italian two door armoire cabinet with a curvilinear pediment resting above grid-like
Brass
Industrial locker, 1940s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
This locker was made in France around 1940 and has four compartments to store all your belongings
Iron
Industrial locker, 1940s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
This locker was made in France around 1940 and has four compartments to store all your belongings
Iron
Industrial locker, 1940s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
This locker was made in France around 1940 and has four compartments to store all your belongings
Iron
French Teak Maiden Cabinet, 1940s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Teak maiden cabinet made in the 1940's in france. On the inside two shelves and a drawer on top and
Teak, Pine
French Oak Maiden Cabinet, 1940s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Oak maiden cabinet made in the 1940's in france. On the inside one shelve and two drawers on top
Oak
English Industrial Lockers, circa 1940s
Located in Gloucester, GB
English Industrial Lockers, circa 1940s - Sheet steel with mesh front doors - 5 Doors - Each
Steel
Art Decò Wardrobe in Walnut with Shelves
Located in Premariacco, IT
. Italian production circa 1940s. The wardrobe lends itself to being used in all contexts, from modern to
Iron
English Industrial Lockers circa 1940s
Located in Gloucester, GB
English Industrial Lockers circa 1940s - Sheet steel with mesh front doors - 2 Doors - Each
Steel
Art Deco Walnut Compact Wardrobe, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
A vintage Oak Art Deco compactum / compact wardrobe circa 1930's Inside is fitted out with a pull out hanging rail and shelves
Wood, Walnut
1970's Dark Rich Walnut Mid-Century Wardrobe
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1970’s Dark Rich Walnut Mid-Century Wardrobe. Superb practical piece of mid century storage by the Czech maker Up Zavody. Czech was a large producer of high quality mid century furn...
Birch
$12,900 / set
H 32.68 in W 16.93 in D 18.9 in
Gio Ponti 646 "Leggera" Dining Chairs for Cassina, 1952, Set of 6
By Gio Ponti, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Gio Ponti 646 "Leggera" dining chairs for Cassina, black ash-wood and rope seat, Italy, 1952, set of six. The model 646 "Leggera" is an icon of chair design and of Cassina’s master...
Rope, Ash
$927 / item
H 11.03 in W 5.91 in D 33.86 in
Pair of Articulated Sconce Mid-Century Modern Solid Brass Black and White
By Stilnovo, Arredoluce, Gino Sarfatti
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This exquisite sconce is a nod to the timeless pieces crafted by mid-century modern Italian studios Arteluce and Stilnovo in the 1950s, but with a unique and distinctive design that ...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
$5,383 / set
H 15.75 in Dm 6.3 in
Pair of Big Sconces in Modern Plaster in the Style of Giacometti G170
By (after) Jean Michel Frank, Diego Giacometti
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Pair of modern French sconces in the style of Jean Michel Franck or Diego Giacometti. Structure and lampshade in white textured plaster. Sober and pure design, quite sculptural. Reco...
Plaster
Pair of Pierre Yves Rochon Nickel Plated Brass French Sconces
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Pierre Yves Rochon nickel plated brass French sconces. Specially made for a prestigious palace in Paris. In the style of Rulhman. US rewired and in working condition. 2 S...
Brass, Nickel
Murano Sputnik Spherical Green Glass and Brass Chandelier
Located in Roma, Lazio
A fantastic emerald green sputnik, with a surprising design and for its very low height, which allows it to fit in both high and low ceilings. Very elegant, it will furnish and decor...
Brass
Gio Ponti Medium 'Randaccio' Mirror for GUBI
By Gubi, Gio Ponti
Located in Glendale, CA
Gio Ponti Medium 'Randaccio' Mirror for GUBI Ponti created the Randaccio Mirror in 1925 for his home on Via Randaccio in Milan. Characterized by its atypical crown-like detailing o...
Brass
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
$11,364
H 27.56 in W 74.81 in D 41.34 in
Burgundy red "Piumino" sofa by De Pas, D'Urbino and Lomazzi for Dall'Oca, 1970s
By Gionathan de Pas & Donato D’Urbino & Paolo Lomazzi
Located in amstelveen, NL
Fantastic and very comfortable ‘Dall’Occa’ sofa that was designed by De Pas, D’urbino, and Lomazzi and manufactured in Italy by Dall’Oca in 1975. The sofa is in a stunning original...
Leather
Art Deco Burr Walnut Double Wardrobe Made in England
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Art Deco burr walnut double wardrobe. A very lovely solid and well-made wardrobe, there is damage on side of the wardrobe which has three l...
Walnut
Alessandro Mendini Cubosfera Table Lamp, Italy, 1960s
By Alessandro Mendini
Located in Milan, IT
Alessandro Mendini Cubosfera table lamp, Italy, 1960s.
Brass
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
$8,254
H 95.67 in W 50.01 in D 19.69 in
Stylish Black Painted Edwardian Glazed Bookcase or Buffet with Original Glass
Located in Jesteburg, DE
A statement piece that will make an impact in most settings. Beautiful old glass doors.
Softwood
Sold|$6,818
H 70.28 in W 43.71 in D 20.87 in
Restored Bauhaus Wardrobe, by H.J.Hagemann for Slezak, Chrome, Czech, 1930s
By Hermann John Hagemann, Slezak Company
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Slezak Catalog number: SK2 This unique Bauhaus wardrobe originates from Czechoslovakia from the 1930s. It is an authentic piece from the renowned Slezákovy závody, model designation...
Steel, Chrome
$6,220
H 28.35 in W 70.08 in D 38.59 in
Le Bambole sofa in velvet By Mario Bellini For B&B Italia, 1970s
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Beautiful Le Bambole sofa in coral/pink coloured velvet designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in the 1970s. This beautiful edition is reupholstered in a high quality cotton velve...
Velvet
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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