Drexel Brittany Heritage French Provincial Carved Wood Armoire, 1960s
By Drexel
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
An elegant vintage Drexel Brittany Heritage armoire, crafted in carved wood, featuring intricate floral and shell carvings and ample storage.
Wood
Antique French Breton Cabinet Armoire Carved Crown Brittany Wardrobe c1890
Located in Choudrant, LA
Antique French Breton Cabinet Armoire Carved Crown Brittany Wardrobe c1890. Direct from France, an impressive antique Breton cabinet or armoire with bold carvings and a strong visua...
Hardwood
Antique French Carved Chestnut Cabinet Bonnetiere Armoire Breton Brittany
Located in Choudrant, LA
Antique French Carved Chestnut cabinet Bonnetiere Armoire Breton Brittany. Direct from France, a highly carved “Brittany” cabinet, in a one-piece, slender size, versatile for placem...
Chestnut
Bold French Brittany Armoire
Located in Wells, ME
Bold French Brittany armoire with carved, inlaid and brass highlighted details.
Antique French Carved 2 Door Brittany Armoire Wardrobe
Located in Newberry, SC
A French Brittany Bretagne Style Armoire Wardrobe in chestnut with two mirrored doors and exceptional carvings
Chestnut
Impressive 19th Century French Armoire From Brittany
Located in New Orleans, LA
Magnificent cherry front with elm sides...typical of the Brittany Region of France. Beautiful brass escutcheons and hinges. Width of body is 53" or 59" at cornice. Depth of body i...
Unavailable
H 92.13 in W 57.88 in D 21.66 in
Antique French Brittany / Normandy Carved Oak French Armoire/ linen press
Located in Winchcombe, Gloucesteshire
A lovely example of a contemporary looking French armoire that looks both decorative and traditional. Made in beautifully patinated light oak with fine ball decoration on shaped pane...
Oak
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H 81.11 in W 51.97 in D 22.45 in
Mid 20th Century French Oak Armoire Originating from the Region of Brittany
Located in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
A French oak armoire originating from the region of Brittany.
Oak
Antique French Armoire
Located in Southampton, NY
Classic Armoire from Brittany.The Dark Chestnut has great Warmth and Patina.The Carvings of Birds,Flowers and Decorative Elements are Exceptional.Original Brass Escutcheons.
Chestnut
Antique Brittany Armoire
Located in Dallas, TX
Fully carved on all three facades, this impressive armoire hails from the workshops of Brittany, where artisans have been producing creations with their unique style for centuries.
French Miniature Brittany Armoire, circa 1920
Located in Austin, TX
French miniature armoire from Brittany with two doors in carved wood (Wheels and columns).
Wood
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H 70 in W 47 in D 23 in
19th C. Stripped Oak and Chestnut Diamond Point Armoire from Brittany France
Located in Dallas, TX
This unique armoire was hand-carved from oak and chestnut wood in Brittany, France, during the 1800’s.
Wood, Chestnut, Oak
C1650 French Armoire From Brittany
Located in Highwood, IL
Circa 1650 French cherry armoire from the Brittany region. Truly a cross over piece between the reigns of Louis XIII and Louis XIV.
Cherry
19th Century French Armoire from Brittany
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A highly-carved single door armoire or 'bonnetiere' from Brittany, profusely carve with flowers, swags, heraldic symbols etc.
Oak
French Oak Country Armoire from Brittany
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
French country armoire with door panels taken from an older armoire; interior shelf not original. Functional locks.
Oak
Late 18th Century French Cherry Armoire from Brittany
Located in Atlanta, GA
Late 18th Century French Cherry Armoire from Brittany Please see additional Armoires and other items at www.jacquelineadamsantiques.com .
Cherry
19th Century French Carved Chestnut Armoire from Brittany
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a den or a bedroom with this elegant antique armoire. Crafted in Brittany, France circa 1860, the fruitwood cabinet stands on bun feet and features two heavily carved doors ...
Chestnut
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H 94.25 in W 61.5 in D 27 in
French Early 19th Century Cherry Armoire from Rennes Brittany with Carved Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Born in the capital of Brittany during the first quarter of the 19th century, this cherry armoire features a double bonnet top adorned with carved foliage, and sitting above two doors.
Cherry
Dark Walnut Armoire
Located in Washington, DC
Dark Walnut Armoire from Brittany with beautiful carving on the doors and apron.
Brass
Antique Cabinet from Brittany France C. 1890
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
French 19th Century antique cabinet in walnut, from the coast of Brittany, France. This has been modified over the years to have all the doors open, which is a plus for access. Can b...
Antique Oak 'Homme Debout' from Brittany, France-Late 1800s
Located in Dallas, TX
Scenes from the country, the city, festivities, and feasts are common themes found on panels of Brittany antiques. An homme-debout is a piece of furniture half the size of a norma...
Antique French Hand Carved Brittany Bonnetiere, circa 1880-1890
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French hand carved Brittany Bonnetiere, circa 1880-1890.
Walnut
Antique French Single-Door Armoire
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
An attractive single-door ‘marriage armoire’ from Brittany, France. Solid dark oak, in great original condition, with whimsical carvings.
Early 1800s Antique Parquet Armoire Chateau Bienassis, France
Located in Dallas, TX
A very unusual parquet armoire coming directly from a home in Brittany. An old ebenist of the area from which this armoire originates is quite confident that this wood was harvested ...
Oak
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H 103.5 in W 69.75 in D 22.5 in
Early 20th C., Antique Triple, French Breton, Carved Oak, Mirrored Armoire!!
Located in Austin, TX
French carved oak breakfront armoire, Brittany, early 20th c., spindled wheel crest, figural carving, three doors, center door faced with an arched and beveled mirror plate, over thr...
Oak
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H 70.5 in W 32 in D 16.5 in
Antique French Breton Armoire Wardrobe Bookcase with Drawer Cabinet Linen Closet
Located in Tyler, TX
Beautiful 19th century antique French chestnut Breton Brittany cabinet, bookcase, armoire, or wardrobe with interior shelves and lower drawer ~~c. 1880s Charming carved chestnut c...
Chestnut
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H 19 in W 38.25 in L 19 in
Antique French Breton Cabinet Bonnetiere Armoire Carved Dark Oak Linen Closet
Located in Tyler, TX
Beautiful 19th century antique French oak Breton Brittany cabinet, Bonnetiere, armoire, or wardrobe with interior shelves ~~Tall~~c. 1880s Charming carved oak cabinet or "bonnetie...
Oak
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H 91.5 in W 51.5 in D 23.5 in
French Late 18th Century Cherry Armoire from Rennes with Hand Carved Décor
Located in Atlanta, GA
Born in the capital of the eastern region of Brittany, this French cherry armoire features a striking double arched cornice adorned with delicate pierced volutes flanking a central r...
Cherry
Bridal Cherry Wood Armoire, Brittany 'Rennes', 1758
Located in Berlin, DE
An bridal armoire of solid cheerywood finely carved with joyous shallow carving of flowers and foliate in a symmetrical and geometrical manner. The armoire is dated: E:Coeurdray/1758...
Cherry
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H 58.75 in W 27.75 in D 15.5 in
Antique French Breton Cabinet Bonnetiere Wardrobe Cupboard Carved Oak 19th C
Located in Tyler, TX
Beautiful 19th century antique French chestnut breton Brittany cabinet, bonnetiere, armoire, or wardrobe with interior shelves ~~c. 1880s Charming carved oak cabinet or "bonnetie...
Oak
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H 67.25 in W 33.25 in D 19.75 in
Antique French Carved Bonnetiere Armoire Cabinet Brittany Breton Ship Spindle
Located in Choudrant, LA
Antique French Carved Bonnetiere Armoire Cabinet Brittany Breton Ship Spindle. Direct from France, a lovely antique French armoire or “bonnetiere” cabinet, with gorgeous hand carvin...
Chestnut
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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