Original “Compactom” Art Deco Gentlemans Walnut Wardrobe
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Original “Compactom” Art Deco Gentlemans Walnut Wardrobe This is an amazing piece it is a fully
Walnut
Art Deco wardrobe with mirrors
Located in MILL, NL
Gentleman's Wardrobe, Art Deco wardrobe 1920-1940. Particularly beautiful wardrobe, now nearly 100
Brass
Unavailable
H 66.15 in W 36.23 in D 18.9 in
British Art Deco Bird’s-Eye Maple Tall Boy or Gentleman’s Wardrobe
Located in London, GB
British Art Deco tallboy Beautiful bird's-eye maple with walnut trims, feather motif to the center
Birdseye Maple
Art Deco Tall Boy by Aw lyn
By Aw-Lyn
Located in London, GB
Art deco gentlemans Wardrobe. Art deco Tallboy in a Stunning Figured Walnut, great stepped shape
Walnut
English Art Deco Burr Walnut Gentleman’s Wardrobe
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
A serpentine fronted gentleman’s fitted wardrobe solid wood handles standing on bracket feet the
Walnut
Art Deco Gentleman's Wardrobe. Burr Walnut and
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An Art Deco Gentleman's wardrobe. Burr walnut veneered central section comprising of two lower
Macassar, Walnut
1930s, Mahogany and Oak Compactum Ltd Gentleman's Wardrobe
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Here we offer a fine quality 'YN' model gentlemen's wardrobe by Compactum Ltd. of 143 Regent Street
Oak
Art Deco Burr Walnut Gentleman's Compendium
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
furniture from the Art Deco period, wardrobe on the left, glass cabinet with shelf, a bank of four drawers
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H 60 in W 34 in D 19 in
Antique Art Deco Waterfall Walnut Chifforobe Gentlemans Chest Dresser Closet 60"
Located in Dayton, OH
A beautiful Art era chifforobe (also spelled chiffarobe or chifferobe), circa 1920-30s. Made from
Walnut
Gentleman's Compactom Wardrobe
Located in London, GB
A mahogany and oak gentleman's "Compactom" wardrobe, known as a "clothing cabinet" and marketed as
Mahogany
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H 68.31 in W 49.41 in D 21.07 in
Antique English Art Deco Mahogany Gentleman’s Compactum Wardrobe by Compactom
Located in Glasgow, GB
A stunning early 20th century original gentleman’s ‘YN’ model mahogany wardrobe by Compactom Ltd of
Chrome
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H 68.11 in W 36.22 in D 16.14 in
1930s, Mahogany and Oak Harrison Gibson Ltd Gentleman's Wardrobe
Located in Miami, FL
A mahogany and oak gentleman's "Compactom" wardrobe, known as a "clothing cabinet" and marketed as
Metal
Art Deco Gentleman's Wardrobe
Located in Paddock Wood, Kent
Art Deco gentleman's wardrobe This Art Deco wardrobe has two figured walnut doors with a semi
Wood, Walnut
Art Deco Walnut Gentleman's Wardrobe
Located in Paddock Wood, Kent
Art Deco walnut gentleman's wardrobe This walnut compact wardrobe was originally produced for
Wood, Walnut
Art Deco Walnut Gentleman's Wardrobe
Located in Paddock Wood, Kent
Art Deco walnut gentleman's wardrobe A very good looking small wardrobe, partly fitted with
Walnut
Art Deco Walnut Gentleman's Wardrobe, circa 1930
Located in Paddock Wood, Kent
Art Deco walnut gentleman's wardrobe, circa 1930. This good quality Art Deco wardrobe has two
Walnut
Art Deco Walnut Gentleman's Wardrobe, circa 1930
Located in Paddock Wood, Kent
Art Deco walnut gentleman's wardrobe, circa 1930 This Art Deco walnut wardrobe is fitted inside
Wood, Walnut
Art Deco Cloud Design Gentlemans Wardrobe
Located in London, GB
Art Deco Cloud Design Gentlemans Wardrobe, Finished in Birds Eye Maple with Walnut.
An Art Deco Gentlemans Wardrobe Armoire
Located in London, GB
A Splendid Art Deco Gentlemans Wardrobe Armoire in a stunning Fiddle Back Satinwood with birds eye
Art Deco Gentlemans Wardrobe in Walnut, circa 1930
Located in Paddock Wood, Kent
Art Deco gentlemans wardrobe in walnut, circa 1930 This fitted wardrobe was produced in the 1930s
Art Deco Satin Birch and Walnut, Gentleman's Wardrobe
Located in Paddock Wood, Kent
Art Deco satin birch and walnut, gentleman's wardrobe This Art Deco wardrobe would have been
Birch
Art Deco Burr Walnut Two-Door Gentleman’s Wardrobe
Located in Paddock Wood, Kent
Art Deco burr walnut two door gentleman’s wardrobe A British produced 1930s two-door mid-sized Art
Wood, Walnut
Art Deco Gentleman's Wardrobe in Walnut, circa 1930
Located in Paddock Wood, Kent
Art Deco Gentleman's wardrobe in walnut, circa 1930 This Art Deco wardrobe was produced in the UK
Wood, Walnut
Art Deco walnut deep door compactom Gentleman's wardrobe
Located in Chelmsford, GB
Original walnut compactom deep door gentleman’s fitted wardrobe model Y This iconic British made
Walnut
Art Deco Walnut Bow Front Gentleman Wardrobe, circa 1930
Located in Paddock Wood, Kent
Art Deco walnut bow front gentleman wardrobe circa 1930 A fine quality English bow fronted burr
Wood, Walnut
Art Deco Gentlemans Wardrobe by Harry and Lou Epstein
By Harry & Lou Epstein Furniture Co
Located in London, GB
Art Deco bird's-eye maple small wardrobe, gentlemans wardrobe. Great shape to this lovely little
Birdseye Maple
1930s Art Deco Continental Gentleman's Cabinet
Located in Hudson, NY
Dark-Stained mahogany grain pattern is rich and beautiful on this Art Deco era gentleman's wardrobe
Bakelite, Mahogany
Art Deco Wardrobe in Satin Birch
Located in Paddock Wood, Kent
Art Deco wardrobe in satin birch A two-door Art Deco gentleman's wardrobe possibly by Heal's, in
Satin
Art Deco Tall Boy Stunning Veneers
Located in London, GB
Art Deco gentlemans Wardrobe Art deco Tallboy in a Stunning Figured Walnut, Very high Quality. 153
Walnut
Art Deco Tall Boy Made in Poland
Located in London, GB
Art Deco gentlemans wardrobe. Beautiful Art Deco tall boy in a stunning figured walnut
Walnut
Art Deco Tall Boy by Maple and Co.
By Maple & Co.
Located in London, GB
Art Deco gentleman’s Wardrobe. Art Deco tallboy by Maple and Co, fine quality to this stunning
Maple, Walnut
Art Deco Tallboy Gentleman's Wardrobe
By Palatial Furniture
Located in London, GB
Art Deco Tall boy Art Deco gentlemans wardrobe. Beautiful Walnut veneers, internally fitted with
Walnut
Art Deco Gentleman's Wardrobe in a Stunning Figured Walnut
Located in London, GB
Art Deco gentleman's wardrobe with the most stunning figured walnut. This really is the most
Walnut
Art Deco Tall Boy
Located in London, GB
Art Deco serpentine gentleman’s wardrobe. Incredible Art Deco tallboy of serpentine design with
Walnut
Hand-Forged Iron and Copper Fireplace in the Style of Baillie Scott
By Mackay Hugh Baillie Scott
Located in London, GB
An Arts and Crafts hand forged iron and copper fireplace in the style of Baillie Scott. With stylized floral details to the copper hood and integral andirons. Perfect for an inglenoo...
Copper, Iron
Italian Architectural Wall Unit in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wall unit or wardrobe, walnut, Italy, 1970s This striking wall unit from the 1970s reflects a bold modernist approach with an architectural appearance. Crafted from rich walnut, the...
Walnut
$1,995
H 7.96 in Dm 6.7 in
Green 'Argenta' Art Deco Stoneware Vase by Wilhelm Kage Gustavsberg Sweden 1930s
By Gustavsberg, Wilhelm Kage
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful Art Deco / Swedish Grace stoneware vase with amazing green glaze and hand-painted sterling silver decor, hence the name 'Argenta'. Made by Wilhelm Kåge at Gustavsberg in ...
Ceramic, Stoneware
Rene Lalique Glass L'elegance Perfume Bottle
By René Lalique
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Rene Lalique clear and frosted glass L'elegance perfume bottle. This pattern features two dancing female figures amongst flowers. Sepia stained relief details. Moulded, 'R. LALIQUE' ...
Glass
Dressing table 'Positano 1306' by Ico & Parisi
By Ico Parisi
Located in MADRID, ES
Mid Century dressing table model 'Positano 1306' by Ico & Luisa Parisi in rosewood and metal legs. Italy, 1950s. Length: 85cm Height: 77cm Depth: 45cm Mirror diameter: 38cm
Iron
Art Nouveau Vase with Cuttlefish & Hermit Crab by RStK Amphora
By Reissner Stellmacher & Kessel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Note: We highly recommend shipping through 1stDibs for its cost effectiveness, full insurance coverage, and reliable handling. While standard parcel services are an option, the defau...
Porcelain
Art Deco Bat and Maple Leaf Wall Light made of Bronze and Iron
Located in Hannover, DE
This unique and artistic wall light is for those who appreciate the extraordinary, who love design and individuality. The bat is lovingly handcrafted and cast in bronze, and its move...
Bronze, Iron
$16,783 / item
H 78.75 in W 53.15 in D 27.17 in
Italian gentleman's wardrobe, Vintage elegance and cabinet making craftsmanship
Located in Milano, IT
1950s Gentleman's Wardrobe - Vintage Elegance and Cabinetmaking Craftsmanship Be won over by the timeless appeal of this 1950s gentleman's wardrobe, a rare and exclusive piece of fur...
Brass
$395
H 4.75 in Dm 4.25 in
Antique American Art Deco Rookwood Pottery Cream Color Leaping Gazelle Vase 1934
By Rookwood Pottery Co.
Located in Portland, OR
Antique American Art Deco Rookwood pottery vase, 1934. The vase of ovoid form with a cream matt glaze and a blue interior rim, finely decorated with an embossed design of two leaping...
Pottery
19th Century Secret Leather Bound Book Box
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A secret leather bound book box with the most beautiful marbled paper interior. mid 19th century in age, English in origins. Age related wear and abrasions 21/13.5/3.5cm
Leather, Paper
$5,800
H 10 in W 26 in D 8 in
Large French Art Nouveau “Femme-Fleur” Bronze & Cobalt Porcelain Centerpiece
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large French Art Nouveau “Femme-Fleur” (Poppy-Wreathed Maiden), Bronze and Cobalt, circa 1900 An evocative and finely cast French Art Nouveau centerpiece, featuring a richly patinat...
Bronze
Tortoiseshell and Silver Stationery Box William Comyns
By William Comyns
Located in Northampton, GB
Raised on Four Sterling Silver Scrollwork Legs From our Writing Box collection, we are pleased to offer this Tortoiseshell and Silver Stationery Box by William Comyns. The Stationer...
Silver
$10,190
H 29.14 in W 25.2 in D 7.88 in
Important Sculptural Lamp in Bronze and Marble, Deer, Art Deco, France, 1930's
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
We are pleased to offer an exceptional and rare lighting piece, emblematic of the Art Deco period: A large sculptural lamp/nightlight crafted in patinated bronze, depicting a majesti...
Marble, Bronze
$78,000 / set
H 30.32 in W 36.62 in D 26.78 in
Art Nouveau Dining Set by Louis Majorelle, Walnut & Marble, c. 1905
By Louis Majorelle
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
An Art Nouveau set consisting of a wooden table with a Violet d'Afyon marble top, two open-sided armchairs, and four chairs, model "AUX CLEMATITES," all with carved and openwork deco...
Breccia Marble
Art Deco furniture is characterized by its celebration of modern life. More than its emphasis on natural wood grains and focus on traditional craftsmanship, vintage Art Deco dining chairs, tables, desks, cabinets and other furniture — which typically refers to pieces produced during the 1920s and 1930s — is an ode to the glamour of the “Roaring Twenties.”
ORIGINS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN
ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
VINTAGE ART DECO FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
Few design styles are as universally recognized and appreciated as Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship.
Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne, Paul Follot and Jules Leleu.
The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. “Art Deco design” is often used broadly, to describe the work of creators in associated or ancillary styles. This is particularly true of American Art Deco, which is also called Streamline Moderne or Machine Age design. (Streamline Moderne, sometimes known as Art Moderne, was a phenomenon largely of the 1930s, post–Art Nouveau.)
Art Deco textile designers employed dazzling floral motifs and vivid colors, and while Art Deco furniture makers respected the dark woods and modern metals with which they worked, they frequently incorporated decorative embellishments such as exotic animal hides as well as veneers in their seating, case pieces, living room sets and bedroom furniture.
From mother-of-pearl inlaid vitrines to chrome aviator chairs, bold and inventive works in the Art Deco style include chaise longues (also known as chaise lounges) and curved armchairs. Today, the style is still favored by interior designers looking to infuse a home with an air of luxury and sophistication.
The vintage Art Deco furniture for sale on 1stDibs includes dressers, coffee tables, decorative objects and more.
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.