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Antique Wardrobe Chest

ORiGINAL ANTIQUE ART DECO CIR 1920'S DOUBLE WARDROBE CHEST OF DRAWERS COMPENDIUM
ORiGINAL ANTIQUE ART DECO CIR 1920'S DOUBLE WARDROBE CHEST OF DRAWERS COMPENDIUM

ORiGINAL ANTIQUE ART DECO CIR 1920'S DOUBLE WARDROBE CHEST OF DRAWERS COMPENDIUM

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

, early 20th century circa 1920's Art Deco Mahogany and Beech Wardrobe Chest of Drawers Compendium

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1920s English Art Deco Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Hardwood, Beech

Art Nouveau, Wardrobe , Chest of Drawers by Vincenzo Cadorin Venezia in Walnut
Art Nouveau, Wardrobe , Chest of Drawers by Vincenzo Cadorin Venezia in Walnut

Art Nouveau, Wardrobe , Chest of Drawers by Vincenzo Cadorin Venezia in Walnut

By Vincenzo Cadorin

Located in Vigonza, Padua

This important chest of drowers, wardrobe, in solid walnut, is masterfully carved by hand by the

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Late 19th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Walnut

Original Early 1900s French Steamer Wardrobe Trunk Chest
Original Early 1900s French Steamer Wardrobe Trunk Chest

Original Early 1900s French Steamer Wardrobe Trunk Chest

$3,600Sale Price|25% Off

H 41 in W 23 in D 22 in

Original Early 1900s French Steamer Wardrobe Trunk Chest

Located in North York, ON

Original early 1900s French steamer trunk wardrobe chest. In all original good condition with

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1920s French Industrial Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Brass

19th C Hemlock 7 drawer chest with wardrobes
19th C Hemlock 7 drawer chest with wardrobes

19th C Hemlock 7 drawer chest with wardrobes

Located in Hudson, NY

19th C Hemlock 7 drawer chest with wardrobes All the storage you will ever need! Three pieces

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Mid-19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Wood

VICTORIAN ASH AESTHETIC MOVEMENT WARDROBE BUILT IN CAMPAIGN CHEST OF DRAWERs
VICTORIAN ASH AESTHETIC MOVEMENT WARDROBE BUILT IN CAMPAIGN CHEST OF DRAWERs

VICTORIAN ASH AESTHETIC MOVEMENT WARDROBE BUILT IN CAMPAIGN CHEST OF DRAWERs

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Antique Victoria Aesthetic Movement Ash wood large triple wardrobe with built in Military Campaign style

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19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Brass

Very Rare Edwardian Gentleman's Wardrobe
Very Rare Edwardian Gentleman's Wardrobe

Very Rare Edwardian Gentleman's Wardrobe

$4,682

H 80 in W 50 in D 23 in

Very Rare Edwardian Gentleman's Wardrobe

Located in Dublin, IE

A very rare Edwardian gentleman's plum pudding and flame mahogany wardrobe with chest base. The

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Brass

Monumental 19th Century Chinese Wedding Dowry Chest
Monumental 19th Century Chinese Wedding Dowry Chest

Monumental 19th Century Chinese Wedding Dowry Chest

Located in Forney, TX

A phenomenal hand carved and painted wooden antique wedding dowry stacked drawer carriage chest

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Wood, Lacquer, Paint

Maison Forest Style French Empire Burl Wood Armoire Dresser or Gentleman's Chest
Maison Forest Style French Empire Burl Wood Armoire Dresser or Gentleman's Chest

Maison Forest Style French Empire Burl Wood Armoire Dresser or Gentleman's Chest

By Maison Forest

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful antique French Empire armoire dresser or gentleman's chest In the manner of Maison

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Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Bronze

Solid Oak Paneled Back 2 Door Adjustable Shelves Antique Cupboard Blanket Chest
Solid Oak Paneled Back 2 Door Adjustable Shelves Antique Cupboard Blanket Chest

Solid Oak Paneled Back 2 Door Adjustable Shelves Antique Cupboard Blanket Chest

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Solid Oak Paneled Back 2 Door Adjustable Shelves Antique Cupboard Blanket Chest Armoire. Stunning

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19th Century American Country Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Oak

Fine 18th Century George III Period Mahogany Gentleman’s Cabinet on Chest
Fine 18th Century George III Period Mahogany Gentleman’s Cabinet on Chest

Fine 18th Century George III Period Mahogany Gentleman’s Cabinet on Chest

Located in Cheshire, GB

Fine 18th century George III period mahogany gentleman’s cabinet on chest with inlaid swan neck

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18th Century English George III Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Wood

American 19th Century Painted Folk Art Marriage Chest and Hanging Cupboard
American 19th Century Painted Folk Art Marriage Chest and Hanging Cupboard

American 19th Century Painted Folk Art Marriage Chest and Hanging Cupboard

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

American 19th century painted Folk Art marriage chest and hanging cupboard A very rare and

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Early 19th Century North American American Craftsman Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Pine

Early 20th Century Ormolu Mounted Bahut Chest Cabinet by François Linke
Early 20th Century Ormolu Mounted Bahut Chest Cabinet by François Linke

Early 20th Century Ormolu Mounted Bahut Chest Cabinet by François Linke

By François Linke

Located in New York, NY

An exquisite French early 20th century François Linke Bahut chest cabinet. Satiné frisé and satiné

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Early 20th Century French Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Ormolu

Antique 1920s Henry Likly Standing Wardrobe Steamer Trunk
Antique 1920s Henry Likly Standing Wardrobe Steamer Trunk

Antique 1920s Henry Likly Standing Wardrobe Steamer Trunk

$1,160Sale Price|20% Off

H 40.75 in W 22.5 in D 18 in

Antique 1920s Henry Likly Standing Wardrobe Steamer Trunk

Located in Esperance, NY

For sale is a stunning antique steamer trunk, complete with its original features. This trunk boasts exceptional craftsmanship and represents one of the higher-end models of its time...

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1920s American Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Leather, Wood

Edwardian Satinwood Wardrobe of the highest quality
Edwardian Satinwood Wardrobe of the highest quality

Edwardian Satinwood Wardrobe of the highest quality

$9,711Sale Price|25% Off

H 78.75 in W 91.74 in D 27.17 in

Edwardian Satinwood Wardrobe of the highest quality

Located in London, GB

AN EDWARDIAN SATINWOOD INLAID AND CROSSBANDED SERPENTINE FRONTED WARDROBE Y EARLY 20TH CENTURY

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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Satinwood

Vintage Large Royal Robe Art Deco Standing Wardrobe Steamer Travel Trunk
Vintage Large Royal Robe Art Deco Standing Wardrobe Steamer Travel Trunk

Vintage Large Royal Robe Art Deco Standing Wardrobe Steamer Travel Trunk

By Royal Robe

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage large Royal Robe Art Deco standing wardrobe steamer travel trunk. Listing includes interior

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Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Metal, Brass

Early 20th C. Rawleys Brass and Leather Bound On Canvas Wardrobe Trunk
Early 20th C. Rawleys Brass and Leather Bound On Canvas Wardrobe Trunk

Early 20th C. Rawleys Brass and Leather Bound On Canvas Wardrobe Trunk

Located in Germantown, MD

rolling Wardrobe Trunk in great antique condition. Solid brass fitting throughout, hardened canvas and all

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Early 20th Century Unknown British Colonial Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Brass

Antique English Art Deco Oak & Marquetry Bedroom Suite Attributed to Gaylayde
Antique English Art Deco Oak & Marquetry Bedroom Suite Attributed to Gaylayde

Antique English Art Deco Oak & Marquetry Bedroom Suite Attributed to Gaylayde

By Gaylayde

Located in Glasgow, GB

bowls of fruit. Comprising a two door wardrobe, dressing chest and side cabinet the wardrobe has a 17

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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Metal

Japanese Tansu Chest of Drawers, circa 1890
Japanese Tansu Chest of Drawers, circa 1890

Japanese Tansu Chest of Drawers, circa 1890

$1,480

H 41.74 in W 33.47 in D 15.75 in

Japanese Tansu Chest of Drawers, circa 1890

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A traditional Japanese Tansu chest of drawers from the 1890s. Made during the late Meiji era (1868

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1890s Japanese Japonisme Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Lit Clos Breton Cupboard
19th Century French Lit Clos Breton Cupboard

19th Century French Lit Clos Breton Cupboard

$4,071

H 74.81 in W 70.87 in D 18.12 in

19th Century French Lit Clos Breton Cupboard

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

furniture that combined the functions of bed, wardrobe, chest and bench. It was the main furniture of the

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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Poplar

19th Century Painted Trunk
19th Century Painted Trunk

19th Century Painted Trunk

$2,240Sale Price|30% Off

H 38 in W 37 in D 25 in

19th Century Painted Trunk

Located in New York, NY

19th Century Lacquered Chinese Trunk of the Qing Dynasty. Large wardrobe chest with worn red

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1890s Qing Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Poplar

ART DECO HEALS LONDON LiMED OAK DRESSING TABLE & STOOL PART OF A LARGE SUITE
ART DECO HEALS LONDON LiMED OAK DRESSING TABLE & STOOL PART OF A LARGE SUITE

ART DECO HEALS LONDON LiMED OAK DRESSING TABLE & STOOL PART OF A LARGE SUITE

By Heal's

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

provide you with the exact price This piece is part of a suite, I have the matching single wardrobe and

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1920s English Art Deco Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Mirror, Oak

19th Century Primitive Folk Art Hand Made Arm Chair
19th Century Primitive Folk Art Hand Made Arm Chair

19th Century Primitive Folk Art Hand Made Arm Chair

$1,707Sale Price|20% Off

H 38.59 in W 23.23 in D 18.51 in

19th Century Primitive Folk Art Hand Made Arm Chair

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

constructed armchair. Probably made from scraps of a former large wardrobe or chest back in the latter part of

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Late 19th Century European Gothic Revival Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Oak

Dr C Dresser Attr. Aesthetic Movement Incised, Gilded & Ebonized Display Cabinet
Dr C Dresser Attr. Aesthetic Movement Incised, Gilded & Ebonized Display Cabinet

Dr C Dresser Attr. Aesthetic Movement Incised, Gilded & Ebonized Display Cabinet

By Christopher Dresser

Located in London, GB

wardrobe, dressing table, chest of drawers and dressing table mirror all designed by Dr C Dresser for

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1870s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Walnut

Antique English Victorian High Back Mahogany & Upholstered Bed
Antique English Victorian High Back Mahogany & Upholstered Bed

Antique English Victorian High Back Mahogany & Upholstered Bed

Located in Glasgow, GB

separately and we always have chests and wardrobes available which would compliment this bed. The sizes at

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Metal

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An English Mahogany and Ebony Wardrobe Chest
An English Mahogany and Ebony Wardrobe Chest

An English Mahogany and Ebony Wardrobe Chest

Unavailable

H 76 in W 95 in D 22 in

An English Mahogany and Ebony Wardrobe Chest

Located in Woodbury, CT

George IV part-ebonized mahogany wardrobe. The center section with a triangular pediment above two

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19th Century English Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Mahogany, Ebony

Chippendale Period Mahogany Cabinet on Chest, English, circa 1755
Chippendale Period Mahogany Cabinet on Chest, English, circa 1755

Chippendale Period Mahogany Cabinet on Chest, English, circa 1755

Located in New York, NY

Chippendale period mahogany cabinet on chest or clothes press with wonderful color and pagination

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Mid-18th Century British Chippendale Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Brass

Regency Mahogany Wardrobe
Regency Mahogany Wardrobe

Regency Mahogany Wardrobe

Unavailable

H 70 in W 81 in D 23 in

Regency Mahogany Wardrobe

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This mahogany wardrobe consists of 4 large single drawers, 1 set of double drawers and 2 side

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19th Century Antique Wardrobe Chest

19th Century Wardrobe Rare Fine Quality Cuban Mahogany
19th Century Wardrobe Rare Fine Quality Cuban Mahogany

19th Century Wardrobe Rare Fine Quality Cuban Mahogany

Unavailable

H 77.96 in W 48.04 in D 21.66 in

19th Century Wardrobe Rare Fine Quality Cuban Mahogany

Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB

A fine quality mid-19th century wardrobe. The Cuban mahogany marquetry inlays boasting a well

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Mid-19th Century English Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Spanish Country Basque Hand Carved Chest or "Kutxa"
Antique Spanish Country Basque Hand Carved Chest or "Kutxa"

Antique Spanish Country Basque Hand Carved Chest or "Kutxa"

Unavailable

H 31.5 in W 61.42 in D 22.45 in

Antique Spanish Country Basque Hand Carved Chest or "Kutxa"

Located in Valencia, Valencia

furniture, since it served as a chest, wardrobe and table. Known since classical antiquity, it was normal to

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19th Century Spanish Rustic Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Oak

Antique Georgian, circa 1800 Oak Wardrobe Hall Coat Cupboard on Chest
Antique Georgian, circa 1800 Oak Wardrobe Hall Coat Cupboard on Chest

Antique Georgian, circa 1800 Oak Wardrobe Hall Coat Cupboard on Chest

Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech

Antique Georgian, circa 1800 oak wardrobe hall coat cupboard on chest. This is a lovely rare

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1820s British Georgian Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Oak

French Art Nouveau Twin Beds Bedroom Set of 5 in Solid Carved Oak, circa 1910
French Art Nouveau Twin Beds Bedroom Set of 5 in Solid Carved Oak, circa 1910

French Art Nouveau Twin Beds Bedroom Set of 5 in Solid Carved Oak, circa 1910

Located in L'Etang, FR

-1 wardrobe -1 chest of drawers / coiffeuse -1 nightstand In wonderful condition. France

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1910s French Art Nouveau Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Marble, Brass

Wardrobe Chest of Drawers, Tuscany, 17th Century
Wardrobe Chest of Drawers, Tuscany, 17th Century

Wardrobe Chest of Drawers, Tuscany, 17th Century

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H 70.87 in W 50.01 in D 25.2 in

Wardrobe Chest of Drawers, Tuscany, 17th Century

Located in Sofia, BG

Wood chest of drawers Inside a shelf on top and two drawers. Tuscany, 17th century

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17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Wood

Impressive Scottish Gentleman's Wardrobe Chest of Drawers
Impressive Scottish Gentleman's Wardrobe Chest of Drawers

Impressive Scottish Gentleman's Wardrobe Chest of Drawers

Located in New York, NY

Large and impressive Scottish gentleman's clothing chest of drawers with spiral column decoration

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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Mahogany

1930's Anglo Indian Camphor Wood Compact Wardrobe Chest of Drawers Vanity
1930's Anglo Indian Camphor Wood Compact Wardrobe Chest of Drawers Vanity

1930's Anglo Indian Camphor Wood Compact Wardrobe Chest of Drawers Vanity

Located in Norwich, GB

An Anglo Indian camphor wood step form compactum from the Art Deco period. Circa 1930. A very well made compactum, showing superb colour and figuring in the grain. It has the orig...

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Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Wood

Antique French Armoire Linen Cabinet Wardrobe Chest Gothic Revival Oak c. 1890s
Antique French Armoire Linen Cabinet Wardrobe Chest Gothic Revival Oak c. 1890s

Antique French Armoire Linen Cabinet Wardrobe Chest Gothic Revival Oak c. 1890s

Located in Tyler, TX

SUPERB Antique French GOTHIC REVIVAL Oak Armoire, Linen Cabinet, Wardrobe, or Chest~~HIGHLY CARVED

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Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Oak

Palatial Louis XV Doré Mounted Three-Section Armoire with Interior Mirrored Door
Palatial Louis XV Doré Mounted Three-Section Armoire with Interior Mirrored Door

Palatial Louis XV Doré Mounted Three-Section Armoire with Interior Mirrored Door

By François Linke

Located in Manhasset, NY

19th century armoire or wardrobe chest. Having all-over Francois Linke quality doré bronze mounts and a

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Early 1900s French Louis XV Antique Wardrobe Chest

Biedermeier Walnut Armoire Chest Wardrobe
Biedermeier Walnut Armoire Chest Wardrobe

Biedermeier Walnut Armoire Chest Wardrobe

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H 77.56 in W 55.12 in D 23.23 in

Biedermeier Walnut Armoire Chest Wardrobe

By Biedermeier

Located in Sofia, BG

A Very fine wardrobe with two doors, veneered in walnut with open stain. Austrian Empire, first

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Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Walnut

Georgian Oak Wardrobe on Chest Housekeepers Cupboard
Georgian Oak Wardrobe on Chest Housekeepers Cupboard

Georgian Oak Wardrobe on Chest Housekeepers Cupboard

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H 76.38 in W 51.97 in L 76.38 in

Georgian Oak Wardrobe on Chest Housekeepers Cupboard

Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire

Georgian circa 1800 oak wardrobe hall coat cupboard on chest. This is a lovely rare quality piece

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Early 1800s Georgian Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Oak

Italian Continental Floral Painted Wardrobe or Armoire Chest Cabinet
Italian Continental Floral Painted Wardrobe or Armoire Chest Cabinet

Italian Continental Floral Painted Wardrobe or Armoire Chest Cabinet

Located in Manhasset, NY

An Italian Continental floral painted wardrobe or armoire chest cabinet. This large three-drawer

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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Antique Wardrobe Chest

Art Deco Waterfall Chest Dresser Armoire Wardrobe Cedar Chest Mirror by Tri-Bond
Art Deco Waterfall Chest Dresser Armoire Wardrobe Cedar Chest Mirror by Tri-Bond

Art Deco Waterfall Chest Dresser Armoire Wardrobe Cedar Chest Mirror by Tri-Bond

By Tri-Bond Furniture 1

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Art Deco Waterfall chest dresser armoire wardrobe cedar chest with mirror by tri-bond. Item

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Walnut, Acrylic

British Burl Walnut Breakfront Three-Door Wardrobe with Chest of Drawers
British Burl Walnut Breakfront Three-Door Wardrobe with Chest of Drawers

British Burl Walnut Breakfront Three-Door Wardrobe with Chest of Drawers

Located in Dallas, TX

This is a late 19th century circa 1870, burl walnut breakfront wardrobe. It has three doors, the

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Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Brass

ANTIQUE BURR WALNUT WARDROBE WiTH MILITARY CAMPAIGN CHEST OF DRAWERS BUILT IN
ANTIQUE BURR WALNUT WARDROBE WiTH MILITARY CAMPAIGN CHEST OF DRAWERS BUILT IN

ANTIQUE BURR WALNUT WARDROBE WiTH MILITARY CAMPAIGN CHEST OF DRAWERS BUILT IN

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

circa 1900-1920 Burr Walnut free standing wardrobe with Military Campaign Chest of drawers built inside

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Early 1900s English Campaign Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Brass

Pretty Japanese Tansu Chest
Pretty Japanese Tansu Chest

Pretty Japanese Tansu Chest

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H 62.5 in W 37 in D 16 in

Pretty Japanese Tansu Chest

Located in Wainscott, NY

display and storage. the chest is in two pieces which stack to create the taller piece as shown. Details

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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Metal

Rare Mid Victorian G Trollope & Sons Burr Walnut Triple Wardrobe Original Glass
Rare Mid Victorian G Trollope & Sons Burr Walnut Triple Wardrobe Original Glass

Rare Mid Victorian G Trollope & Sons Burr Walnut Triple Wardrobe Original Glass

By George Trollope & Sons, Trollope & Sons

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

wardrobe with campaign handled chest of drawers built in and original glass plate mirror. This is a very

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Mirror, Walnut

Huge Victorian Breakfront Pine Wardrobe Built in Chest of Drawers Linen Shelves
Huge Victorian Breakfront Pine Wardrobe Built in Chest of Drawers Linen Shelves

Huge Victorian Breakfront Pine Wardrobe Built in Chest of Drawers Linen Shelves

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

walnut and oak inlay detailing wardrobe including a chest of drawers and linen shelves Where to begin

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19th Century British Victorian Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Pine

Official's Robe Chest and Pair of Cabinets with Cabriole Legs
Official's Robe Chest and Pair of Cabinets with Cabriole Legs

Official's Robe Chest and Pair of Cabinets with Cabriole Legs

Located in Chicago, IL

A very unique heavily lacquered 18th century official's robe chest with dragon carving. It is 61

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19th Century Antique Wardrobe Chest

Russian Neoclassical Antique Mahogany Armoire Cabinet over Chest of Drawers
Russian Neoclassical Antique Mahogany Armoire Cabinet over Chest of Drawers

Russian Neoclassical Antique Mahogany Armoire Cabinet over Chest of Drawers

Located in Shippensburg, PA

An interesting cabinet with a dense Cuban mahogany veneer, the armoire is likely of Russian origin in light of the early latch hardware in the left door marked with cold-stamped Cyri...

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19th Century Russian Neoclassical Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Silver, Brass

Antique Art Deco Waterfall Walnut Chifforobe Gentlemans Chest Dresser Closet 60"
Antique Art Deco Waterfall Walnut Chifforobe Gentlemans Chest Dresser Closet 60"

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 with a waterfall front, 5 dovetailed drawers and cedar lined closet portion w...

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Walnut

18th Century French Louis XV Carved Bombe Walnut Armoire Chest from Provence
18th Century French Louis XV Carved Bombe Walnut Armoire Chest from Provence

18th Century French Louis XV Carved Bombe Walnut Armoire Chest from Provence

Located in Dallas, TX

This important, tall antique fruitwood armoire "pantalonniere" was crafted in Southern France, circa 1750 (in the old days, a “pantalonniere” was used to store pantalons, French for ...

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Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Walnut

Pair Sheraton Wardrobes Revival Antique Mahogany Closet 1900
Pair Sheraton Wardrobes Revival Antique Mahogany Closet 1900

Pair Sheraton Wardrobes Revival Antique Mahogany Closet 1900

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Superb pair of Sheraton Revival mahogany wardrobes. These wardrobes are of superb quality. Each

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Early 1900s Revival Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Mahogany

Arts & Crafts Antique English Oak Bedroom Suite, Attributed to Maple & Co
Arts & Crafts Antique English Oak Bedroom Suite, Attributed to Maple & Co

Arts & Crafts Antique English Oak Bedroom Suite, Attributed to Maple & Co

By Maple & Co.

Located in Glasgow, GB

the sides whilst the wardrobe and dressing chest drawers have repousse handles and backplates

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Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Marble, Metal, Brass

Antique Bavarian Hand-Painted Alpine Polychrome Schrank Cabinet, Armoir, 18th c
Antique Bavarian Hand-Painted Alpine Polychrome Schrank Cabinet, Armoir, 18th c

Antique Bavarian Hand-Painted Alpine Polychrome Schrank Cabinet, Armoir, 18th c

Located in Brooklyn, NY

cartouche. Schrank, a tall wardrobe-like German chest with double doors. Often used as hope chests, these

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Early 19th Century German Gustavian Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Bedroom Suite Bedside Chests Dresser Wardrobe Period 1920s
Art Deco Bedroom Suite Bedside Chests Dresser Wardrobe Period 1920s

Art Deco Bedroom Suite Bedside Chests Dresser Wardrobe Period 1920s

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Absolutely stunning period art deco bedroom suite Set consists of two wardrobes, a dresser, bedside

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1920s Art Deco Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Wood

Antique English Cabinet Chest Wardrobe Gothic Revival Oak Monkeys Rare c.1880s
Antique English Cabinet Chest Wardrobe Gothic Revival Oak Monkeys Rare c.1880s

Antique English Cabinet Chest Wardrobe Gothic Revival Oak Monkeys Rare c.1880s

Located in Tyler, TX

SUPERB Antique English GOTHIC REVIVAL Oak Cabinet, Chest, or Wardrobe~~ONE OF A KIND~~HIGHLY CARVED

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Late 19th Century English Gothic Revival Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Oak

Korean Keyaki Storage Chest, c. 1900
Korean Keyaki Storage Chest, c. 1900

Korean Keyaki Storage Chest, c. 1900

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H 39 in W 34.75 in D 17 in

Korean Keyaki Storage Chest, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

paneled wardrobe (jang) with a low blanket chest (pandaji). The wardrobe was used to store clothing in a

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Early 20th Century Korean Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Brass

Massive Antique Mendel & Co Steamer Trunk Footlocker Chest Stage Coach Carriage
Massive Antique Mendel & Co Steamer Trunk Footlocker Chest Stage Coach Carriage

Massive Antique Mendel & Co Steamer Trunk Footlocker Chest Stage Coach Carriage

By Mendel Drucker

Located in Dayton, OH

made traditional wardrobe trunks, sea chests, sample trunsk, cases, traveling bags, footlockers and

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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Metal

Chinese Cartouche Panel Sideboard, c. 1850
Chinese Cartouche Panel Sideboard, c. 1850

Chinese Cartouche Panel Sideboard, c. 1850

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H 28 in W 55.25 in D 21 in

Chinese Cartouche Panel Sideboard, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

, camphor wood was a popular choice during the Qing dynasty for making wardrobes or storage chests such as

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Other

19th Century Italian Renaissance Style Carved Walnut Bedroom Set, Five Pieces
19th Century Italian Renaissance Style Carved Walnut Bedroom Set, Five Pieces

19th Century Italian Renaissance Style Carved Walnut Bedroom Set, Five Pieces

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

wardrobe Two nightstands One large chest of drawers One double bed Entirely made of walnut carved

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1880s Italian Renaissance Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Walnut

Austrian Armoire, Dated 1829
Austrian Armoire, Dated 1829

Austrian Armoire, Dated 1829

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H 73.23 in W 47.25 in D 23.63 in

Austrian Armoire, Dated 1829

Located in London, GB

. Whether they are chests, wardrobes or rare sideboards, they are ideal for furnishing mountain homes, huts

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1820s Austrian Folk Art Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Iron

19th Century Italian Florentine Renaissance Style Carved Walnut Bedroom Set
19th Century Italian Florentine Renaissance Style Carved Walnut Bedroom Set

19th Century Italian Florentine Renaissance Style Carved Walnut Bedroom Set

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

with additional cost. Measures inch wardrobe W 70,86 x D 28,74 H 96,45; chest of drawers W 56,29 x

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1880s Italian Renaissance Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Italian Renaissance Style Carved Walnut Bedroom Set, Five Pieces
19th Century Italian Renaissance Style Carved Walnut Bedroom Set, Five Pieces

19th Century Italian Renaissance Style Carved Walnut Bedroom Set, Five Pieces

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

around 1880 complete with five pieces: one large wardrobe two nightstands one large chest of drawers

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1880s Italian Renaissance Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Walnut

ORIGINAL ANTIQUE ART DECO CIRCA 1920'S EXTRA LARGE BED FRAME WITH HiDDEN STORAGE
ORIGINAL ANTIQUE ART DECO CIRCA 1920'S EXTRA LARGE BED FRAME WITH HiDDEN STORAGE

ORIGINAL ANTIQUE ART DECO CIRCA 1920'S EXTRA LARGE BED FRAME WITH HiDDEN STORAGE

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

have listed under my other items the matching Wardrobe drawers compendium, it has twin wardrobes with a

Category

1920s English Art Deco Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Hardwood

Korean Cabinet furniture “Samcheungjang”, fruit wood and bronze fittings
Korean Cabinet furniture “Samcheungjang”, fruit wood and bronze fittings

Korean Cabinet furniture “Samcheungjang”, fruit wood and bronze fittings

Located in Valladolid, ES

One of a Kind three-tier Korean wardrobe or chest known as samcheungjang, made in the 19th century

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1880s Korean Japonisme Antique Wardrobe Chest

Materials

Bronze

Antique Wonderrobe Steamer Trunk Wardrobe Chest
Antique Wonderrobe Steamer Trunk Wardrobe Chest

Antique Wonderrobe Steamer Trunk Wardrobe Chest

By Seward Trunk Company 1

Located in Highland, IN

beautiful steamer chest is from the early 20th century and in great condition with a beautiful patina. It

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Early 20th Century American Machine Age Antique Wardrobe Chest

Antique Neverbreak Steamer Trunk Wardrobe Chest
Antique Neverbreak Steamer Trunk Wardrobe Chest

Antique Neverbreak Steamer Trunk Wardrobe Chest

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H 40.5 in W 21.75 in D 18.75 in

Antique Neverbreak Steamer Trunk Wardrobe Chest

By Neverbreak Trunks

Located in Highland, IN

This beautiful steamer chest is from the early 20th century and is covered in history. It was made

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Early 20th Century American Machine Age Antique Wardrobe Chest

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Brass

Directoire Style Wardrobe and Chest of Drawers
Directoire Style Wardrobe and Chest of Drawers

Directoire Style Wardrobe and Chest of Drawers

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H 83.86 in W 81.89 in D 26.38 in

Directoire Style Wardrobe and Chest of Drawers

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

An elegant and very well-made bedroom set comprising a large wardrobe and a commode, in original

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Early 20th Century French Directoire Antique Wardrobe Chest

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Marble

Indian Chest
Indian Chest

Indian Chest

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H 75.5 in W 50 in D 17 in

Indian Chest

Located in Dallas, TX

19th century. Black Indian chest.

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19th Century Antique Wardrobe Chest

Antique Folk Art Painted Austro-Hungarian Two-Door Standing Wardrobe
Antique Folk Art Painted Austro-Hungarian Two-Door Standing Wardrobe

Antique Folk Art Painted Austro-Hungarian Two-Door Standing Wardrobe

Located in Peabody, MA

A Folk Art painted Austro-Hungarian two-door standing wardrobe. The chest itself was likely

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18th Century European Folk Art Antique Wardrobe Chest

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Wood

Antique Brass & Metal Victorian Steamer Trunk Wardrobe Travel Chest Foot Locker
Antique Brass & Metal Victorian Steamer Trunk Wardrobe Travel Chest Foot Locker

Antique Brass & Metal Victorian Steamer Trunk Wardrobe Travel Chest Foot Locker

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Victorian steamer trunk or chest. Made of metal and brass with nailhead trim and leather

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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Wardrobe Chest

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Metal, Brass

Rare Mid Victorian G Trollope & Sons Burr Walnut Triple Wardrobe Original Glass
Rare Mid Victorian G Trollope & Sons Burr Walnut Triple Wardrobe Original Glass

Rare Mid Victorian G Trollope & Sons Burr Walnut Triple Wardrobe Original Glass

By George Trollope & Sons

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

wardrobe with campaign handled chest of drawers built in and original glass plate mirror. This is a very

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19th Century English High Victorian Antique Wardrobe Chest

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Mirror, Walnut

19th Century Fir Chest of Drawers
19th Century Fir Chest of Drawers

19th Century Fir Chest of Drawers

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H 38.19 in W 36.62 in D 26.38 in

19th Century Fir Chest of Drawers

Located in Vo', Veneto

Fir chest of drawers Measures: H 97 cm, L 93 cm, P 67 cm Particular chest of drawers with a

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Early 19th Century Italian Folk Art Antique Wardrobe Chest

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Fir

1870s Scandinavian Rosemaling Hand Painted Small Chest Cupboard
1870s Scandinavian Rosemaling Hand Painted Small Chest Cupboard

1870s Scandinavian Rosemaling Hand Painted Small Chest Cupboard

Located in Germantown, MD

Very 1870s Scandinavian rosemaling hand painted small chest cupboard with internal drawers and two

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Victorian Antique Wardrobe Chest

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Fruitwood

Louis XVI French Painted Armoire Chest of Drawers
Louis XVI French Painted Armoire Chest of Drawers

Louis XVI French Painted Armoire Chest of Drawers

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Beautiful Louis XVI style petite armoire with plenty of storage. This has been painted in our oyster white, with a distressed finish. Classic carved fluted legs and panel doors that ...

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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Antique Wardrobe Chest

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Fruitwood

Ambrose Heal Letchworth Oak Compactum Nursery Chest of Drawers
Ambrose Heal Letchworth Oak Compactum Nursery Chest of Drawers

Ambrose Heal Letchworth Oak Compactum Nursery Chest of Drawers

By Ambrose Heal, Heal's

Located in London, GB

Ambrose Heal Letchworth oak compactum nursery chest of drawers.

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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Wardrobe Chest

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Oak

Antique French Louis XV Style Armoire Linen Cabinet Chest Bonnetiere Oak
Antique French Louis XV Style Armoire Linen Cabinet Chest Bonnetiere Oak

Antique French Louis XV Style Armoire Linen Cabinet Chest Bonnetiere Oak

Located in Tyler, TX

Beautifully Carved Antique French Louis XV Oak Bonnet Top Armoire, Wardrobe, Bonnetiere, Linen

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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobe Chest

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Oak

17th Century Antique Spanish Baroque Walnut and Pine Armario Chest, Part Rest
17th Century Antique Spanish Baroque Walnut and Pine Armario Chest, Part Rest

17th Century Antique Spanish Baroque Walnut and Pine Armario Chest, Part Rest

Located in Baambrugge, NL

Antique 17th century Spanish armario or wardrobe armoire constructed from walnut and pine. It was

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17th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Wardrobe Chest

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Walnut, Pine

Meiji Period 19th Century Japanese Kiri Wood Tansu Chest with Sliding Panels
Meiji Period 19th Century Japanese Kiri Wood Tansu Chest with Sliding Panels

Meiji Period 19th Century Japanese Kiri Wood Tansu Chest with Sliding Panels

Located in Yonkers, NY

This late 19th century Meiji period Kiri wood chest with sliding panels is a Tansu, a Japanese

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Wardrobe Chest

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Iron

Antique Howard & Son's Berners Street Hardwood Linen Press Chest of Drawers
Antique Howard & Son's Berners Street Hardwood Linen Press Chest of Drawers

Antique Howard & Son's Berners Street Hardwood Linen Press Chest of Drawers

By Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard and Sons

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely original Howard & Son’s Berners street late Victorian light mahogany linen press A very well made and collectable piece, produced by...

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1880s English Late Victorian Antique Wardrobe Chest

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Hardwood

Trunk - Dome Chest Wrapped in Studded Leather - Italy - 18th Louis XV Period
Trunk - Dome Chest Wrapped in Studded Leather - Italy - 18th Louis XV Period

Trunk - Dome Chest Wrapped in Studded Leather - Italy - 18th Louis XV Period

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

piece of furniture, serving as a wardrobe (linen chest, dish chest, grain chest, etc.), a bench and

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18th Century Italian Louis XV Antique Wardrobe Chest

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Leather, Wood

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Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"

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By Bloom Home Inc

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Rosso Wall Mirror

$1,395 / item

H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 1.97 in

Rosso Wall Mirror

By Specchi Veneziani

Located in Milan, IT

Venetian mirror made in the strictest Murano tradition. Assembled with crystal/gold and red elements handmade in the Murano furnaces. Wooden frame with a natural finish.

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2010s Italian Renaissance Antique Wardrobe Chest

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$7,485 / item

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Located in Westwood, NJ

Finished in Batavia Black with a Sandbar finish interior, this bookcase showcases rhythmic, crescent-shaped oval cut-outs that form an architectural silhouette—an homage to the sculp...

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Pair of 70s Style Italian Bamboo and Brass Table Lamps

Located in New York, NY

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$245,904

H 20.87 in W 21.07 in D 27.56 in

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By LINLEY London

Located in London, GB

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2010s British Antique Wardrobe Chest

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Letto a baldacchino. Italia, inizi del XIX sec

Letto a baldacchino. Italia, inizi del XIX sec

$14,794Sale Price|20% Off

H 88.59 in W 55.52 in D 80.71 in

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By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting

Located in Milano, IT

Letto a baldacchino in ferro battuto con pediera e testiera in legno sagomato per poter essere rivestita di tappezzeria. I montanti in ferro battuto come i piedi presentano delle ins...

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Located in Fukuoka, JP

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$4,536

H 66 in W 57.5 in D 18.5 in

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Located in Atlanta, GA

Unique Art Deco dressing table with foldable mirrors. Ample storage on the sides and pull-out drawer in the center.

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Mirror, Teak

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Located in Bridgeport, CT

An incredible ensemble acting as its own complete sitting room. A large scale carved walnut cabinet in the Louis XV style with double beveled mirrored doors for the deep side compart...

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Early 20th Century Louis XV Antique Wardrobe Chest

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Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry
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Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry

$79,658 / item

H 95 in W 54 in D 25 in

Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry

By Amuneal

Located in New York, NY

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2010s American Modern Antique Wardrobe Chest

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Brass

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Rare Victorian Firescreen with Taxidermy Hummingbirds by Henry Ward

Rare Victorian Firescreen with Taxidermy Hummingbirds by Henry Ward

$230,991Sale Price|33% Off

H 51.19 in W 55.12 in D 201.58 in

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By Henry Ward

Located in Amsterdam, NL

England, third quarter of the 19th century On two scrolling foliate feet with casters, above which a rectangular two-side glazed frame, with on top a two-sided shield with initial...

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Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Wardrobe Chest

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Other

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$5,240Sale Price|20% Off

H 85 in W 82.25 in D 23.5 in

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Located in Dallas, TX

A large aesthetic ash wardrobe in the style of Charles Bevan dating to 1890. The front is beautifully inlaid with stylized flowers and painted bird motifs. The two doors flanking the...

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19th Century European Aesthetic Movement Antique Wardrobe Chest

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Wood

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Antique Franz Bergman Bruno Zach Cold Painted Bronze Peacock with Fanned Train

Antique Franz Bergman Bruno Zach Cold Painted Bronze Peacock with Fanned Train

By Bruno Zach, Franz Bergmann

Located in Cincinnati, OH

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Steinway & Sons Concert Grand Piano
Steinway & Sons Concert Grand Piano

Steinway & Sons Concert Grand Piano

$1,446,304

H 42.92 in W 108.27 in D 61.03 in

Steinway & Sons Concert Grand Piano

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

This extraordinary concert grand piano with 88 keys was made by the prestigious firm Steinway & Sons around 1894. The case's decoration was entrusted to the company Cuel & Cie and mo...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobe Chest

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'Daffodil' Table Lamp by Tiffany Studios

'Daffodil' Table Lamp by Tiffany Studios

$129,782

H 22.05 in Dm 15.75 in

'Daffodil' Table Lamp by Tiffany Studios

By Tiffany Studios

Located in London, GB

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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Wardrobe Chest

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Bronze, Lead

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Antique Wardrobe Chest For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique wardrobe chest you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each antique wardrobe chest for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, mahogany and metal. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer antique wardrobe chest, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique wardrobe chest made by Georgian designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — is very popular. Ambrose Heal, Biedermeier and Hartmann Trunk Company each produced at least one beautiful antique wardrobe chest that is worth considering.

How Much is a Antique Wardrobe Chest?

An antique wardrobe chest can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,084, while the lowest priced sells for $545 and the highest can go for as much as $75,000.

Finding the Right Storage-case-pieces for You

Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.

Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About Antique Wardrobe Chest
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell if a chest is antique, first examine its materials and details carefully. An antique chest is one produced 100 years ago or more. This generally predates the use of engineered wood, particleboard, plastics and other synthetic materials. As a result, an antique chest usually features solid wood construction.

    In addition, antique chests are likely to be handmade, so you should be able to spot subtle signs that indicate this, such as tool marks and small irregularities in any carvings. If a piece looks flawless and regular, it is unlikely to be antique. Locating a maker's mark and then researching when the manufacturer was active can also help you date your chest. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer to learn more about your chest.

    On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique chests.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify an antique chest of drawers, look inside and beneath drawers and on the back and bottom for any type of maker's marking. Researching these marks using trusted online resources may allow you to determine who produced your chest and roughly date your piece. If your chest is at least 100 years old, it is an antique. Should you be unable to locate the maker's marks, look at the hardware. Rose head nails, one-piece cast brass pommels on the drawer handles and circular rather than hexagonal bolts may all indicate that a piece is an antique. Keep in mind that hardware may have been replaced at some point and that there are many reproductions of antique furnishings. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer complete the identification process if you're unable to identify your chest via the maker's markings. Find a range of antique chests of drawers on 1stDibs.

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