$5,100
H 71.75 in W 67 in D 21.75 in
Early 19th Century Original Painted Break-Down Armoire with Flowers, Austria
Located in Round Top, TX
This original painted armoire or "Shrunk" was built in the traditional manner to "break down" into
Pine, Paint
$4,550
H 71 in W 61.25 in D 21.5 in
Early 19th Century Antique Original Painted Break Down Armoire from Germany
Located in Round Top, TX
This impressive original painted large armoire or "German Shrunk" was built in the traditional
Wood, Paint
Swedish Hand-Painted Pine Armoire Dated 1823
Located in Round Top, TX
construction methods ("break-down armoire"). The interior retains original hand-carved hooks in the upper
Pine, Paint
$8,900 / set
H 90.5 in W 81.13 in D 25.88 in
Art Nouveau Oak Armoire Wardrobe and Nightstand by Gustave Serrurier-Bovy
By Gustave Serrurier-Bovy
Located in Shippensburg, PA
beveled-mirror door over a single full-width drawer. Conveniently the armoire largely breaks down for ease
Brass
Dutch Colonial Armoire from Ceylon
Located in Richmond, CA
Dutch Colonial solid jackfruit wood armoire with three removable shelves. Armoire breaks down flat
Wood
Dutch Colonial Armoire in Jackfruit Wood with Panel Doors
Located in Richmond, CA
naturally rot and insect resistant. Armoire breaks down flat for transport. Single brass lock. Beautiful
Sold
H 79 in W 76 in D 22.5 in
Antique Large "Break Down" Armoire Shrunk From Germany with Original Polychrome
Located in Round Top, TX
This amazing original painted large armoire or "German Shrunk" was built in the traditional manner
Wood
Pine Two Door Knock-Down Armoire
Located in Baltimore, MD
the interior and it has a beautiful warm color. The armoire breaks down into several pieces for easy
Pine
Pine Three Door Knock-Down Armoire
Located in Baltimore, MD
, mudroom, playroom or hall. The armoire completely breaks down into about a dozen pieces, allowing
Pine
Large 19th Century Breaks Down Stripped Pine Wardrobe Compactum
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
This large mirrored wardrobe has three doors, two enclosing a good size hanging space and the other a smaller hanging section which is shelves beneath, there are also three large dra...
Pine
19th Century Armoire
Located in Houston, TX
design. Armoire breaks down into several pieces for easy transport. Beautiful bleached grained wood
Wood
17th Century, French, Walnut Armoire
Located in Malton, GB
all been treated. The armoire breaks down into three pieces so it isn't too bad to move around. The
Walnut
19th Century Original Painted French Armoire
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Louis XVI style armoire with beautiful rose carvings. Painted in a soft french grey-blue with white
Wood
19th Century Painted Louis XVI Style Wardrobe Armoire
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
armoire does break down into multiple pieces so it can be moved from room to room easily. Use three
Bronze
Antique French Hand-Carved Louis XV Style Fruitwood Armoire
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
. Armoire breaks down for reasonable carriage. Measures: 53" W (at feet) 59" W (at cornice) 24" D (at
Fruitwood
Antique Pine Two Door Armoire from Denmark, circa 1880
Located in Round Top, TX
inside with the option of having more added. The armoire breaks down easily for easy shipping and
Sold
H 93.88 in W 62.13 in D 27.88 in
Stellar Antique French Louis Philippe Cherry Armoire with Fitted Interior
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
opulent armoire breaks down for easier moving upstairs or down.
Antique Painted French Country Armoire in the Louis XVI Style
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
, this armoire does break down into three separate sections for easily moving it from room to room.
Belle Époque French Walnut Armoire with Three Doors, c.1880
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
, hardware, locks, finials, turned feet, carvings and shelving. Armoire breaks down for easy shipping and
Sold
H 86 in W 75.25 in D 22.75 in
C. 1900 Antique Edwardian Carved Inlaid Mahogany Armoire Wardrobe French Style
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. The armoire breaks down into 5 pieces - top, base, and 3 cabinet sections - for ease of moving. Age
Mahogany
Sold
H 90 in W 59 in D 27 in
Large Carved Walnut French Bonnet Top Provincial Armoire TV Entertainment Center
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a custom made hand carved solid walnut armoire. Designed in the French country tradition
Walnut
Sold
H 104 in W 66.5 in D 21.75 in
20th Century Louis XV Style Carved French Armoire Painted Antique White
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
beveled mirror. 4 adjustable wood shelves inside. This armoire breaks down into several pieces making it
Glass, Mirror, Walnut
Sold
H 73.25 in W 50.75 in D 22.25 in
Antique Original Painted Break Down Armoire with Figures, Birds and Flowers from
Located in Round Top, TX
This stunning "break down" armoire is a wonderful find due to the exceptional hand-painted details
Wood, Paint
Large Original Painted "Break Down" Armoire Dated 1793 from Germany
Located in Round Top, TX
large armoire was built to "break down" and can be taken apart making transportation and installation
Wood
18th Century Austrian Marriage Armoire
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
18th century Austrian original painted marriage armoire. Breaks down into four sections for
Pine
Antique French Style Painted and Carved Display Triple Armoire
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
inside is painted a medium to darker grey. This armoire does break down into 3 sections, making it easy
Walnut
Sold
H 87 in W 62.25 in D 24.5 in
Antique American Renaissance Revival Carved Walnut Victorian Armoire Wardrobe NY
Located in Portland, OR
hanging clothes, the armoire breaks down into its parts for ease of movement or placement in a tight or
Walnut, Burl
Sold
H 82 in W 61.75 in D 20 in
Louis Majorelle Style Antique French Art Nouveau Burled Walnut Mirrored Armoire
By Louis Majorelle
Located in South Bend, IN
armoire breaks down into sections for easier transport and placement in the home.
Brass
Sold
H 81 in W 54 in D 22.5 in
Scandinavian Pine Armoire with Painted Gustavian White/Gray Finish, circa 1830
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
shelves added, including a hanging bar if needed. Ask us for a quote. Armoire breaks down into 10 parts
Pine, Paint
Sold
H 87 in W 59 in D 19 in
Early 20th Century Walnut Carved and Painted French Triple Armoire with Roses
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
transport this triple armoire breaks down into multiple pieces, and is very solid and sturdy when together
Walnut
Sold
H 79 in W 65 in D 24.5 in
Dower or Marriage Armoire in Original Blue Paint with White Daisies, Dated 1831
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
especially dedicated to the bride. Note: Armoire breaks down into component parts for ease in shipping
Pine
Japanese Carved and Lacquered Shibayama Cabinet, Meiji Period
Located in San Francisco, CA
An elaborate and finely detailed carved wood, and gold lacquered Shibayama cabinet (Chigaidansu). Having beautifully applied semi-precious stone and mother of pearl decoration of flo...
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Antique Swedish WH Cabinet
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This antique painted cabinet from Sweden dates back to the 19th century. While its elegant arched crown and curved door decorations show influences from the French Rococo style, its ...
Wood
$5,212 / item
H 27.56 in Dm 55.91 in
Orbitale Brass Chandelier 5 Rotating Balanced Arms, All Brass and Natural Patina
By Silvio Piattelli
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
After many requests of customization in all brass and patina of the orbitale chandelier I decided to go ahead with a separate listing. This all brass version is possible as the orbi...
Brass
Antique Cabinet from Italy 1835s
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Antique Italian cabinet. This painted cabinet, dated 1835, is thought to have been made in the Trentino-Alto Adige region of the northern Italian Alps. Crafted from sturdy pine, th...
Wood
$1,800 / item
H 26 in W 18 in D 18 in
Bertu Counter Stool, Cicely Modern Sheepskin Counter Stool, White Oak
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stool, Cicely Modern Sheepskin Counter Stool, White Oak This Modern Cicely Counter Stool with Sheepskin Seat is beautifully constructed from solid white oak in Ohio, ...
Sheepskin, Wood, Oak
Rare Swiss alp painted children cupboard dated 1833
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Rare Swiss alp painted children cupboard dated 1833
Wood
18th Century Antique Swedish Red Painted Baroque Secretary
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
A two-tiered wooden cabinet from the 18th century Swedish Gustavian period. The top door opens to reveal a decorative top shelf and three other shelves. The top of the bottom shelf c...
Wood
$19,087
H 40.56 in W 108.27 in D 29.53 in
Giltwood "Confidente" Large Sofa in the Louis XV Style made by La Maison London
By La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
An elegant and impressive large Louis XV style confidante sofa which has been hand carved and gilded using traditional methods and materials to achieve an authentic period finish. Th...
Wood, Giltwood
Antique Painted Pine Dresser, Lancashire, Early 19Th Century
Located in Bristol, GB
Antique English Sideboard/Buffet/Dresser, c. 1830s A hugely decorative dresser with a shaped back in its original crusty paint which has become thick in texture to great effect. Co...
Elm, Sycamore, Pine, Paint
Vintage Spanish Baroque Carved Mahogany Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: New Upholstery Recommended, Wood In Very Good Condition Designer: The Zangerle & Peterson Co. Manufacturer: The Zangerle & Peterson Co. Materials: Mahogany, Original Ne...
Iron
$6,500 / set
H 14.75 in W 6.75 in D 6.75 in
Fine 19th Century French Neo-Gothic Gilt Metal Cathedral Church Reliquary Pair
Located in Forney, TX
A stunning pair of very fine quality French Neo-Gothic gilt metal church reliquaries. circa 1860s Most impressive objets d’art, born in France in the second half of the 19th century...
Brass, Bronze
Large 19th Century Ecclesiastical Stained Glass Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large antique late 19th century Ecclesiastical style stained glass window signed by Ward & Hughes, London, 1890. This window is of excellent artistry, with each tiny detail hand pa...
Glass, Stained Glass, Wood, Pine
$1,036Sale Price|68% Off
H 91 in W 83 in D 16 in
Large Solid Oak French Louis XV Style Breakfront Bookcase Vitrine, circa 1980
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This impressive French Louis XV style breakfront bookcase vitrine, crafted in solid oak circa 1980, is a striking example of fine European craftsmanship. The substantial design featu...
Oak
$8,895
H 41.5 in W 47.25 in D 5.5 in
Rare Pierre-Adrien Ekman Hand Painted Folding Screen / Room Divider
Located in Forney, TX
An extraordinarily scarce French hand-painted oil on canvas wooden three panel folding screen - room divider; Signed P.A. Ekman (Pierre-Adrien Ekman, France, 1904-1993), fabulous Tro...
Wood, Paint
Large 19th Century Painted Kitchen Dresser
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Large 19th century English glazed and painted pine kitchen dresser with sliding doors and great storage. 1880. Top shelves are adjustable. Upper shelf depth: 26cm (10-inches) Cod...
Pine
19th Century French Faux Bamboo Armoire or Wardrobe
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century French faux bamboo armoire, or wardrobe, made of pitch pine with solid cherry faux bamboo details. Beveled mirror door opens to an interior with two adjustable shelves...
Mirror, Pine, Cherry
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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