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Early 20th Century black military solid stylish bench with lockable storage
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage military wood trunk from the beginning of the century, cool object to have extra storage in your space and a cool object with a simple shape . Italian sturdy and tick timber ...
Wood, Fir
20th Century Lacquered, Painted and Gold Wood Italian Wardrobe, 1950s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
The doors are adorned with six beautifully colored grisaille prints depicting romantic views of ruins. This two-door armoire, complete with key and working lock, offers several shelv...
Wood
19th c. Bavarian Armoire
Located in Washington Depot, CT
The armoire has single door with heavy lock and hinges.
Wood, Paint
A Schinkel - Inspired Biedermeier Armoire
Located in Long Island City, NY
Schinkel was the most important Continental architect in Neoclassicism. The armoire with ebonized trim, original lock and key has over-sized catches inside left door, usable without ...
Vintage Steel Cabinet from India
Located in New York, NY
One of a kind, nineteenth century vintage metal cabinet / armoire with two lockable doors. Made in India.
Steel
French Painted Armoire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Painted Armoire with Three Drawers and Locking Upper Cabinet
French 18th Armoire
Located in Buchanan, NY
Large Cuban mahogany armoire with original hinges and lock, has 4 shelves and 2 drawers, from Bordeaux FRANCE
Mahogany
Antique German Armoire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Small armoire with interior shelves, working lock. Well built with mortise and tenon construction, beveled floating panels.
Wood
1920S–30S Spanish Leather Wardrobe With Studwork And Brass Lock
Located in London, GB
A Handsome 1920s–30s Spanish Leather-Clad Wardrobe with Stud Detailing A superb Spanish wardrobe dating from the 1920s–30s, beautifully clad in warm cognac leather and finished with...
Brass
18th Century French Walnut Armoire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large 18th century French walnut armoire with original hardware, lock, and bun feet.
Walnut
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H 75.75 in W 47 in D 20 in
Antique 19th Century Blue Painted Armoire with Carved Details from France
Located in Round Top, TX
Signs of wear are commensurate with age including old scratches, nicks, separation of wood (see back planks) which are all typical and do not detract from the beauty nor function of ...
Wood, Paint
c. 1860 Monumental Louis Philippe Walnut Armoire
Located in New York, NY
Simple yet elegant, this Louis Philippe walnut armoire is rich in patina and refinement. Two-door Armoire with 4 drawers and original lock.
c.1850 Louis Philippe Style Solid Cherry Armoire
Located in Highwood, IL
Louis Philippe style solid cherry armoire with original lock and key, removeable shelves, a wooden escutcheon and wooden peg construction so it can lay flat for easier delivery.
19th Century French Ebonized Faux Bamboo Armoire /Wardrobe
Located in Staffordshire, GB
19th century French ebonized faux bamboo armoire /wardrobe circa 1880. With original locking key, adjustable shelves and drawer to the base Measures: H 230 x W 141 x D 56cm. ...
Pine
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H 48.43 in W 31.5 in D 17.72 in
French 18th Century Small Louis XV Transition Marquetry Armoire or Wardrobe
Located in Berlin, DE
The doors of the small armoire close with an original Pasquil lock. The small Louis XV Transition period armoire or wardrobe does not bear a stamp that allows to attribute it wit...
Marble, Bronze
c.1890 French Miniature Armoire Salesman's Sample
Located in Highwood, IL
Unusual Brittany region antique French miniature armoire with full hinges and original lock. These make great wall hangings!
Oak
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H 45.25 in W 34 in D 21.5 in
Early 20th C Chinese Cabinet with Original Lacquer and Cabriole Legs
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare all-original Chinese antique two-door clothing armoire with original brass lock plate and drawer pulls.
Elm
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H 85 in W 63 in D 19 in
19th Century French Marriage/Dowry Armoire from Alsace w Painted Flowers & Doves
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
Includes a vertical dividing wall with (3) shelves on each side for a total of 6 shelves. Armoire comes with working key & lock, and splits into two sections to facilitate shipping.
Pine
Antique French Cherrywood Bonnetiere 'Small Cupboard', circa 1700s
Located in Highwood, IL
Both the upper and lower doors of our antique French bonnetiere or small armoire, still lock and unlock with the key. Structurally we have gone through the bonnetiere and cosmeticall...
Cherry
English Linen Press.
Located in Roswell, GA
Fine quality William lV Flame Mahogany Armoire with 'Bull-ring' handles. Lockable cupboard with key.
Brass
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.
Whether you are looking for an antique walnut armoire or a simple contemporary wardrobe, find the right piece for your home today on 1stDibs.
An armoire is a tall wardrobe.
An armoire is a type of wardrobe. A wardrobe is a tall storage cabinet that usually has some combination of drawers, shelves and hanging rods. An armoire is freestanding, usually wooden and has one or two doors plus a hanging bar.
An armoire is a type of wardrobe.
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