ENGLISH LIGHT OAK LIBERTY's OF LONDON STYLE COMPACTUM WARDROBE CHEST OF DRAWERS
By Liberty of London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely Art Deco Circa 1920's English Light Tiger Oak Compactum Wardrobe with built in bank of drawers, ...
Mirror, Oak
$7,354Sale Price|20% Off
Gillows of Lancaster marquetry inlaid oak wardrobe
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Cheshire, GB
Gillows of Lancaster marquetry inlaid oak wardrobe, having carved moulded cornice above large original bevelled mirror door opening to reveal an upholstered interior with large hangi...
Oak
Gillow's of Lancaster, an Aesthetic Movement Walnut Armoire Wardrobe Compactum
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, GB
Gillow's of Lancaster, an Aesthetic Movement walnut armoire wardrobe compactum with lots of useful storage space. The moulded cornice and blind fretwork details to the upper doors w...
Walnut
Gillows. An Arts & Crafts Oak Treble Wardrobe with Ebony Floral Inlays
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, GB
Gillows. An Arts & Crafts Glasgow style Arts & Crafts oak treble wardrobe with ebony and walnut stylized floral inlays to the cornice and further leaf style inlays to the door tops a...
Ebony, Oak
STUNNiNG ART DECO HEALS LONDON LIMED OAK SINGLE WARDROBE PART OF A LARGE SUITE
By Heal's
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely Art Deco Circa 1920's Limed Oak, Heals of London single Wardrobe which is part of a suite Pleas...
Oak
Unavailable
H 86.62 in W 85.83 in D 24.41 in
Chippendale Ball & Claw Mahogany Wood Armoire or Wardrobe with 3 Vanity Mirrors
Located in Valencia, Valencia
Stunning, marvellous 19th century English Chippendale style ball and claw mahogany armoire or wardrobe with 3 vanity mirrors. This wardrobe was made in London, circa 1890s.
Mahogany
Unavailable
H 68 in W 48 in D 23.5 in
Aesthetic Movement Tiger Oak Vanity, Maple & Co. London, England 1900, H538
Located in Vancouver, BC
Aesthetic Movement Tiger Oak Vanity, Dresser, Maple & Co. London, England 1900, H538 England 1900 Solid Oak Original finish Shaped pediment on top Beveled mirror below Flanked by a ...
Mahogany
Unavailable
H 85 in W 78 in D 23 in
Aesthetic Movement Tiger Oak Armoire, Maple + Co. London, England 1900, H539
Located in Vancouver, BC
Aesthetic movement tiger oak armoire, Maple + Co. London, England 1900, H539 England 1900 Solid oak Original Finish Moulded cornice on top Carved paneled center doors Flanked by a ...
Oak
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H 75.2 in W 40.56 in D 24.22 in
Rare 1940s Harrods London Military Campaign Wardrobe Mahogany & Brass Drawers
By Kennedy Furniture For Harrods London, Harrods
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage circa 1940s Harrods London Military campaign wardrobe with single drawer A good looking and well-made piece in stained mahog...
Mahogany
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H 73 in W 52 in D 22 in
Edwardian Gentleman’s Mahogany Wardrobe Compactum by Merryweather, London
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Edwardian Gentleman’s Mahogany Wardrobe Compactum by Merryweather, London. This is a good Edwardian piece it is a fully fitted Gentleman’s Wardrobe, The wardrobe has 2 panelled do...
Mahogany
Gillows George IV Mahogany Wardrobe
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
This incredibly fine wardrobe will be a brilliant feature in any interior.
Mahogany
Pair of 19th Century Oak Wardrobes
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A pair of 19th century country house oak wardrobes, one fitted for hanging and the other fitted with a chest of drawers along with sliding trays, made by Gillows of Lancaster.
Oak
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H 82.68 in W 48.04 in D 22.05 in
Antique Wardrobe, J Shoolbred & Co. London, Victorian, Mahogany, circa 1890
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique wardrobe by J Shoolbred & Co. London, a Victorian mahogany compactum dating to circa 1890.
Mahogany
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H 76.38 in W 50.4 in D 24.02 in
Antique Wardrobe, Howard and Sons, London, Oak, Linen Cupboard, circa 1900
By Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique wardrobe by Howard and Sons of London. An English, oak linen cupboard, or compactum, dating to the late 19th century, circa 1900.
Oak
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H 89.77 in W 89.97 in D 26.58 in
Large Fine Antique Wardrobe Compactum, English, Walnut, Gillow & Co, Victorian
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large fine antique gentleman's wardrobe compactum. An English, walnut bedroom cabinet by Gillow and Co of Lancaster, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880. A grand ...
Walnut
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H 75.99 in W 66.34 in D 24.02 in
Antique Wardrobe English Walnut, Art Deco, Vanity, Liberty of London, circa 1920
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique wardrobe. An English, walnut Art Deco linen cupboard with vanity mirror by Liberty of London, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.
Walnut
Gillows London Gentleman's Cabinet / Clothes Press
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Dallas, TX
A stunning quality Georgian Revival breakfront mahogany gentleman’s wardrobe/press. The cornice has a broken pediment with a carved laurel wreath in center and two inlaid garland mot...
Mahogany
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H 75.79 in W 37.41 in D 21.26 in
Hand Made in England Beautiful 1/4 Cut Walnut N Norman London Single Wardrobe
By N. Norman Ltd.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely handmade in London N Norman est 1901 1/4 cut walnut wardrobe A very good looking and well-made piece in period condition, this wardr...
Walnut
An Arts & Crafts Oak Linen Press In The Manner Of Liberty London
By Liberty of London
Located in London, GB
A delightful Arts & Crafts Oak Linen Press in the manner of Liberty London. It features a subtle, angled cornice at the top, with arched, panelled doors below that enclose three lar...
Copper
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H 80.5 in W 39.5 in D 19 in
Shapland & Petter attr, An Arts & Crafts Oak Wardrobe with Daffodil Inlays.
By Liberty of London, Mackay Hugh Baillie Scott
Located in London, GB
Shapland and Petter, in the style of Baillie Scott, attributed. An Arts & Crafts oak armoire wardrobe, with a moulded flaring cornice and daffodil design inlays on concave panels to ...
Fruitwood, Oak
Heals Oak Wardrobe England, 1920
Located in Culver City, CA
England, 1920 Oak wardrobe by Heals of London. Three doors, with hanging and shelved compartments.
Oak
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H 83.86 in W 80.52 in D 23.23 in
Antique Gentleman's Wardrobe, Walnut, Compactum, Waring and Gillow, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Superior proportion and appearance Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order Select walnut shows fine grain interest and deep caramel hues Quality bevelled mirror plates ...
Walnut
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H 75.01 in W 35.44 in D 17.33 in
Antique Wardrobe, English, Pitch Pine, Closet, Dressing Mirror, Victorian, 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Extravagant figuring presents a highly distinctive appeal Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order Pitch Pine shows copious grain interest and deep caramel hues Origin...
Pine
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H 84.06 in W 78.35 in D 24.02 in
Antique Master Bedroom Wardrobe, Satinwood, Cupboard, Maple And Co, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique master bedroom wardrobe. An English, satinwood over walnut linen press cupboard with dressing mirror by Maple & Co, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.
Satinwood
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H 81.11 in W 40.16 in D 23.63 in
Beautiful Edwardian 1900s Bow Fronted Two Door Wardrobe with Brass Lining
Located in Pulborough, GB
Antiques of London. We are delighted to offer for sale this Stunning Georgian Thomas Chippendale Phoenix Wall Mirror.
Hardwood
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H 78 in W 62 in D 33 in
Rare Piece of Progressive Arts & Crafts Furniture, Made by Gillow for Liberty
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
The Wardrobe has three large cupboards, it is inspired in every detail from the Copper hinges and handles to the stylised design of the Gothic carving, on the centre door a panel wit...
Oak
Regency Mahogany Hanging Cupboard
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Tetbury, England
The moulded cornice above two panelled doors with arched detail, raised on turned tapering bun feet. Particularly well figured timber, very original example and clearly in the man...
Mahogany
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H 61.82 in W 48.82 in D 22.84 in
Art Deco Walnut Works London Satin Walnut Dressing Table Part of Suite Wardrobes
By Walnut Cabinet Works
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely handmade in England Walnut Works London Art Deco dressing table with Tri-fold mirrors A very good looking and well-made piece, the t...
Walnut
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H 77.96 in W 59.85 in
Antique Glazed Wardrobe Cabinet, Oak, Retail Shop Fitting, Display, circa 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Select oak and burr walnut display rich caramel hues and a fine grain interest Good consistent color throughout and a desirable aged patina Sliding glass doors offer access to a ha...
Glass, Oak
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H 77.96 in W 58.67 in D 24.02 in
Antique Fine Quality 19th Century Mahogany Linen Press by Edwards and Roberts
Located in Wisbech, England
Antique fine quality mid-19th Century mahogany linen press wardrobe by arguably the best London maker 'Edwards and Roberts'.
Wood
Iconic Oak Wardrobe by Compactom London
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Excellent finishes and numerous details. The wardrobe has the original maker's label for Compactom, London.
Wood, Oak
George IV Mahogany Wardrobe, Attributed to Thomas Dowbiggin of London
Located in Cheshire, GB
George IV mahogany wardrobe, attributed to Thomas Dowbiggin of Mount street. The moulded cornice above two central doors opening to reveal a press center with arrangement of sliding ...
19th Century English Victorian Mahogany Wardrobe by Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality 19th century mahogany breakfront wardrobe stamped "Gillows". The centre section having cupboards to the top, opening to linen trays, with an arrangement of...
Mahogany
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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