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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 unusual American painted Folk Art Marriage chest and hanging cupboard, the cupboard has ...

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Antique Early 19th Century North American American Craftsman Wardrobes a...

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Pine

6FT Arts and Crafts Mission Oak Armoire
6FT Arts and Crafts Mission Oak Armoire

6FT Arts and Crafts Mission Oak Armoire

$3,120Sale Price|20% Off

H 77 in W 36 in D 17 in

6FT Arts and Crafts Mission Oak Armoire

Located in Pasadena, TX

6FT Arts and Crafts Mission Oak Armoire Arts and Crafts oak wardrobe with top cornice, decorative windows and a full-length original beveled mirror door. Opens to a full-length hang...

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Early 20th Century North American Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires

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Oak

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 drawers, heavy quality construction, rolling casters, original labels, no key, but...

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Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Blanket Chests

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Metal, Brass

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Primitive Early American Walnut Clothing Armoire Wardrobe Closet Linen Press
Primitive Early American Walnut Clothing Armoire Wardrobe Closet Linen Press

Primitive Early American Walnut Clothing Armoire Wardrobe Closet Linen Press

Located in Dayton, OH

Primitive early American farmhouse style clothing armoire. Made of walnut, featuring a hanging bar and one central lower drawer, circa 1870s. Measure: 84".   

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Antique 1870s American Colonial Wardrobes and Armoires

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Walnut

Antique Early American Painted Pine Farmhouse Jelly Cabinet Cupboard Armoire
Antique Early American Painted Pine Farmhouse Jelly Cabinet Cupboard Armoire

Antique Early American Painted Pine Farmhouse Jelly Cabinet Cupboard Armoire

Located in Dayton, OH

An elegantly painted blue Jelly country cupboard, wardrobe or linen press. Circa early 1900s. A rectangular form made from American Pine with the interior shelves.

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Early 20th Century American Classical Wardrobes and Armoires

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Pine

Kling Factories Waterfall Art Deco Armoire Mahogany Dresser Cedar Lined Wardrobe
Kling Factories Waterfall Art Deco Armoire Mahogany Dresser Cedar Lined Wardrobe

Kling Factories Waterfall Art Deco Armoire Mahogany Dresser Cedar Lined Wardrobe

By Kling Furniture Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Kling Factories waterfall Art Deco armoire mahogany dresser cedar lined wardrobe. Item features cedar lined wardrobe cabinet, beautiful wood grain, 1 swing door, original label, 5 do...

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Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Walnut

Kling Factories Waterfall Art Deco Armoire Mahogany Dresser Cedar Lined Wardrobe
Kling Factories Waterfall Art Deco Armoire Mahogany Dresser Cedar Lined Wardrobe

Kling Factories Waterfall Art Deco Armoire Mahogany Dresser Cedar Lined Wardrobe

By Kling Furniture Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Kling Factories waterfall Art Deco armoire mahogany dresser cedar lined wardrobe. Item features cedar lined wardrobe cabinet, beautiful wood grain, 1 swing door, original label, 5 do...

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Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Walnut

Vintage Gothic Hand Carved Barley Twist Armoire
Vintage Gothic Hand Carved Barley Twist Armoire

Vintage Gothic Hand Carved Barley Twist Armoire

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H 82.25 in W 50 in D 27.5 in

Vintage Gothic Hand Carved Barley Twist Armoire

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Fantastic vintage Barley twist armoire. Stunning hand carved detail on the cabinet. Top rests on chic Barley Twist pedestal. Lots of great interior storage. Would make an incredible ...

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Early 20th Century North American Gothic Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood

Vintage Deco Burl Wood Armoire
Vintage Deco Burl Wood Armoire

Vintage Deco Burl Wood Armoire

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H 76.5 in W 46 in D 18.75 in

Vintage Deco Burl Wood Armoire

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Incredible vintage Deco armoire. Beautiful wood grain detail. Two interior hang bars for your clothing. Easily reconfigured however you like. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.

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Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood

Antique Oak Side by Side Armoire with Mirror
Antique Oak Side by Side Armoire with Mirror

Antique Oak Side by Side Armoire with Mirror

Located in Freehold, NJ

This antique side by side features four drawers with carved wood pull, large cabinet with expanding rack for hanging clothes, adjustable mirror, and wheeled feet. Dimensions: 40w 19...

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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Wardrobes and Armoires

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Mirror, Oak

David T Smith Early American Painted Poplar Red Chest Drawers Dresser Wardrobe
David T Smith Early American Painted Poplar Red Chest Drawers Dresser Wardrobe

David T Smith Early American Painted Poplar Red Chest Drawers Dresser Wardrobe

By David Smith

Located in Dayton, OH

An impressive chest of drawers or linen press by David T Smith & Co of Morrow Ohio, circa 1986. Made from poplar with an old red crackled finish by artisan Jerry Ratliff. Features a ...

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Vintage 1980s American Colonial Linen Presses

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Poplar, Paint

American Fitted Steamer Trunk or Cabin Wardrobe by Luxor
American Fitted Steamer Trunk or Cabin Wardrobe by Luxor

American Fitted Steamer Trunk or Cabin Wardrobe by Luxor

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

American fitted steamer trunk or cabin wardrobe by Luxor A superb piece of history dating back to the time when your luggage would be taken to your cabin. This one is in Black, ...

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Early 20th Century American Classical Trunks and Luggage

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Brass

Antique American Empire Flame Mahogany Mirrored Clothing Armoire Wardrobe 84"
Antique American Empire Flame Mahogany Mirrored Clothing Armoire Wardrobe 84"

Antique American Empire Flame Mahogany Mirrored Clothing Armoire Wardrobe 84"

Located in Dayton, OH

An exceptional early 20th century armoire. Features a rectangular frame made from mahogany with figural and acanthus carved accents. The central door features a large oval mirror t...

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Early 20th Century American Empire Wardrobes and Armoires

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Mirror, Mahogany

Early 20th Century American Clothing Rack
Early 20th Century American Clothing Rack

Early 20th Century American Clothing Rack

Located in Chicago, IL

A wonderful early 20th century oak clothing rack with a top shelf, seventeen hooks on the face of the shelf, and a long rod for hangers. Excellent store fixture for a clothing boutiq...

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Early 20th Century American Wardrobes and Armoires

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Oak

Antique American Empire Flame Mahogany Armoire Circa 1830
Antique American Empire Flame Mahogany Armoire Circa 1830

Antique American Empire Flame Mahogany Armoire Circa 1830

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique American Empire armoire offers paneled flame mahogany construction with case having double doors opening to a divided interior with shelves and a clothes bar, flanking sty...

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Antique Early 19th Century American Empire Wardrobes and Armoires

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Mahogany

Depression Renaissance Bonnet Top Blue White Distress Painted Dresser Armoire
Depression Renaissance Bonnet Top Blue White Distress Painted Dresser Armoire

Depression Renaissance Bonnet Top Blue White Distress Painted Dresser Armoire

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique depression Renaissance bonnet top blue white distress painted dresser chest armoire. Item features rolling casters, urn carved pediment, blue/white distressed finish, 2 swing...

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Early 20th Century North American Renaissance Wardrobes and Armoires

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Walnut

Early 19th Century American Two Door Flame Mahogany Armoire
Early 19th Century American Two Door Flame Mahogany Armoire

Early 19th Century American Two Door Flame Mahogany Armoire

Located in Larkspur, CA

Early 19th Century American Two Door Flame Mahogany Armoire Each Door with Hand Carved Inset Book Matched Vertical Arched Panels Below a Shaped Cornice,
Fitted Interior, on B...

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Antique 19th Century American Wardrobes and Armoires

Early American Distressed Stained Armoire
Early American Distressed Stained Armoire

Early American Distressed Stained Armoire

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Distressed Early American Armoire with crown moulding. Original dark stained exterior with unfinished Douglas Fir interior. Armoire offers two lower drawers.

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Antique Late 19th Century American Wardrobes and Armoires

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Fir

Early American Armoire , Maine 1890
Early American Armoire , Maine 1890

Early American Armoire , Maine 1890

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H 73 in W 50.5 in D 20.5 in

Early American Armoire , Maine 1890

Located in Los Angeles, CA

a heavily patinated american armoire with 4 shelves.

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Antique 19th Century American Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood

American  Mirror Door Armoire
American  Mirror Door Armoire

American Mirror Door Armoire

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H 76 in W 42 in D 22 in

American Mirror Door Armoire

Located in Middleburg, VA

FABULOUS HEAVY MAHOGANY MIRROR FRONT ARMOIRE WITH SINGLE SERPENTINE FRONT DRAWER ON THE BOTTOM ON BUN FEET. THE INTERIOR OF THE ARMOIRE IS FULLY FITTED IN BIRDS EYE MAPLE, ABSOLUTELY...

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Early 20th Century Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood, Mirror

American Mahogany and Bird's Eye Maple Gentleman's Armoire
American Mahogany and Bird's Eye Maple Gentleman's Armoire

American Mahogany and Bird's Eye Maple Gentleman's Armoire

Located in Middleburg, VA

VERY UNUSUAL AMERICAN GENTLEMAN'S MAHOGANY ARMOIRE WITH MIRRORED DOOR - THE INTERIOR FULLY FITTED IN BIRD'S EYE MAPLE WITH TWO SHELVES AND THREE DRAWERS AND A HANGING RAIL. A MUCH L...

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Early 20th Century American Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood

Early American Rustic Wardrobe Cabinet
Early American Rustic Wardrobe Cabinet

Early American Rustic Wardrobe Cabinet

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H 90.5 in W 50.25 in D 22.5 in

Early American Rustic Wardrobe Cabinet

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Early American rustic walnut wardrobe cabinet with four doors.

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Early 20th Century Wardrobes and Armoires

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Walnut

American Victorian Walnut Armoire
American Victorian Walnut Armoire

American Victorian Walnut Armoire

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H 98 in W 60 in D 22 in

American Victorian Walnut Armoire

Located in Crockett, CA

A very nice Victorian walnut armoire that requires a tall ceiling to accommodate at 98" in height. The base section has two drawers with carved handles. the base section measures 55"...

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Early 20th Century American Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires

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Walnut

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Exceptional Crystal and Bronze Chandelier, L-A Marquis, France, C. 1860
Exceptional Crystal and Bronze Chandelier, L-A Marquis, France, C. 1860

Exceptional Crystal and Bronze Chandelier, L-A Marquis, France, C. 1860

By Maison Marquis

Located in PARIS, FR

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Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Chandeliers and Pendants

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Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light

Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light

By DBO Home

Located in Sharon, CT

Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Bohemian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Sasco Semi-Flush Mount Brass Light Fixture, Custom Finishes

Located in Pound Ridge, NY

The Sasco is a versatile custom-made solid brass and glass globe light fixture, which can be mounted on the ceiling or wall. Shown here in our factory brass, an uneven unfinished br...

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2010s American Flush Mount

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Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool

Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool

By Bertu Furniture

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...

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2010s American Modern Stools

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Wood, Oak

Alexander and Jones Sunday Daybed in Oak & Cream Bouclé Handcrafted to Order
Alexander and Jones Sunday Daybed in Oak & Cream Bouclé Handcrafted to Order

Alexander and Jones Sunday Daybed in Oak & Cream Bouclé Handcrafted to Order

$8,775Sale Price / item|20% Off

H 19.69 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in

Alexander and Jones Sunday Daybed in Oak & Cream Bouclé Handcrafted to Order

Located in Cirencester, England

The Sunday Daybed is a signature made-to-order piece by Alexander and Jones, handcrafted in our Cotswolds studio, UK, from sculpted solid oak with our signature wave form frame and c...

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2010s British Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

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Bouclé, Oak, Fabric, Textile, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood

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The 'Matisse' Etagere

$2,542 / item

H 21.66 in W 24.02 in D 16.54 in

The 'Matisse' Etagere

Located in London, GB

The 'Matisse' wrought iron side table. A hand made and patinated wrought iron etagere with whimsical Matisse style cut-out decoration. Made to order based on a 1960s original. Avail...

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Murano Sputnik Spherical Green Glass and Brass Chandelier

Located in Roma, Lazio

A fantastic emerald green sputnik, with a surprising design and for its very low height, which allows it to fit in both high and low ceilings. Very elegant, it will furnish and decor...

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Organic Modern Table Lamp  Sculptural Parota Wood Base

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By Isabel Moncada

Located in San Antonio, TX

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Located in San Antonio, TX

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A Fine French Art Deco Mirrored and Mahogany Vanity
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$2,200

H 58.5 in W 32.25 in D 13.88 in

A Fine French Art Deco Mirrored and Mahogany Vanity

Located in Long Island City, NY

A fine French Art Deco engraved mirrored vanity with a mahogany base and one drawer.    

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1 BANGA space age micro architecture prefab house bungalow by Carlo Zappa, 1971
1 BANGA space age micro architecture prefab house bungalow by Carlo Zappa, 1971

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By Carlo Zappa

Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE

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$14,000Sale Price|60% Off

H 79.5 in W 84 in D 108.5 in

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By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Lafayette, IN

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Chinese Woven Top Canopy Bed, c. 1800
Chinese Woven Top Canopy Bed, c. 1800

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$22,800

H 90 in W 85 in D 50 in

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Located in Chicago, IL

A Chinese canopy bed was typically part of a bride's dowry or a gift to a courtesan. It grew to be an important household status symbol, and the subject of rivalry among wives and co...

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Armoire, Bleached Oak, France, circa 1940
Armoire, Bleached Oak, France, circa 1940

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$4,500

H 68.51 in W 30.71 in D 18.12 in

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Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija

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Early American Wardrobe For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the early American wardrobe you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, walnut and brass, every early American wardrobe was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect early American wardrobe — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each early American wardrobe bearing Art Deco, Neoclassical or Victorian hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one early American wardrobe that is appealing in its simplicity, but Kling Furniture Co. and John Dickinson produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Early American Wardrobe?

Prices for an early American wardrobe start at $650 and top out at $110,000 with the average selling for $2,275.

Finding the Right Wardrobes-armoires for You

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.

Questions About Early American Wardrobe
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    To identify early American furniture, you can evaluate your piece on your own or seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Although many pieces from the Colonial era are unmarked, double-checking your furniture for signatures, stamps and labels is still a good first step. Using trusted online resources, you can research any markings to determine if the maker was active in America during the 16th and early 17th centuries. When identifying unmarked furniture, it's generally necessary to consider the style and details of the piece. Due to its handcrafted origins, early American furniture tends to have visible tool marks and irregularities in its carvings. Early American furnishings tended to be simple in style but often had one or two refined details, such as cabriole legs. Looking at images of authentic early American furniture can be helpful when making an identification. On 1stDibs, find a collection of 18th-century American furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    The early American furniture style is often called the Colonial style. During the 17th century, American craftsmen drew inspiration from medieval and Renaissance furniture. By the 18th century, the William and Mary style that had emerged in England began to heavily influence the American Colonial style. Characteristics of Colonial-style furniture include turned legs, ornamental carvings and richly finished cherry, walnut and mahogany wood. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Colonial-style furniture.

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