$10,399Sale Price|20% Off
19th Century French Restauration Period Walnut Armoire with Fruitwood Marquetry
Located in Birmingham, AL
An impressive French Restauration period armoire, circa 1825, handcrafted of solid walnut accented with rich fruitwood marquetry inlay by talented artisans in Lyon, the capital city ...
Fruitwood, Walnut
$11,120Sale Price|20% Off
Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Régence Trellis Marquetry Armoire Wardrobe
By Etienne Doirat
Located in Berlin, DE
Early 18th Century French Louis XIV / Régence Marquetry Armoire or Wardrobe The rectangular Louis XIV Régence armoire or wardrobe with rounded corners standing on a short base with ...
Bronze, Iron
French 19th Century Louis-Philippe Armoire
Located in Stockbridge, GA
This elegant Armoire is made of flamed mahogany. It has a simple shape which can be easy to mix with all style.
Mahogany
French 18th Century Louis XV Solid Walnut & Inlay Armoire
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This French Provincial armoire from the 18th century is absolutely breathtaking in every detail. Stylistically the armoire reflects Louis XV taste, with a number of unexpected featu...
Steel
Napoleon III Period, Wardrobe/Armoire with One Door, 19th Century
Located in Beaune, FR
Superb Napoleon III wardrobe, 19th century opening with a door decorated with painted floral bouquets and mother-of-pearl. Interior composed of 3 shelves.
Wood
Large Parisian Wardrobe Adorned with Marquetry and Gilt Bronze
By Au Gros Chene
Located in London, GB
Large Parisian wardrobe adorned with marquetry and gilt bronze French, late 19th Century Measures: Height 233cm, width 205cm, depth 55cm This beautiful wardrobe, which was retai...
Ormolu, Bronze
Lorraine Wardrobe Early 19th Century In Empire Eagle Marquetry
Located in Charmes, FR
beautiful Lorraine cabinet from the beginning of the 19th century in oak and marquetry, rare empire eagle motifs with thunderbolts, generally in good condition
Wood
$7,001Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau Wood Inlaid Wardrobe, France, circa 1900
By Louis Majorelle, Émile Gallé
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Magnificent mahogany wardrobe with double doors inlaid with flowers. From the Art Nouveau period but some elements such as the pediment recall the Napoleon III style. Key present,...
Wood
$1,050Sale Price|37% Off
Louis XV wardrobe
By Societé anonyme francaise
Located in TARBES, FR
Louis XV Wardrobe Circa 1880 in Several Types of Wood Treat yourself to the timeless luxury of the Louis Features : Style: Louis XV Period: Circa 1880 Several species of wood Det...
Wood
19th Century Parisian Louis XVI Marquetry Bookcase ~ Display Armoire
Located in Dallas, TX
A superb expression of late 19th century French cabinetmaking, this antique Louis XVI armoire and bookcase combines marquetry, ormolu, symmetry, and function in a timeless design of ...
Brass
Fine French 1940s Cabinet - Armoire by Jean Pascaud 'Marquetry by J.D Malcles
By Jean Pascaud
Located in Long Island City, NY
Jean Pascaud (1903-1996) - A fine French Art Deco walnut stained armoire/cabinet with a carved diamond pattern that frames three doors, each with a refined brass inlay by J.-D. Malcl...
Brass
French Palisander Marquetry Armoire Louis XV Style
Located in Sofia, BG
A Beautiful French three doors triple armoire in the style of Louis XV, performed in a marquetry technique, palisander veneer, brass ornaments on the legs and corners.
Palisander
French, Late 18th Century, Fruitwood, Marquetry Armoire
Located in Charleston, SC
An exceptional and rare French, late 18th century, fruitwood armoire from Lorraine with marquetry flower vases and ivory inlay between two areas with cube marquetry.
Unavailable
H 68.5 in W 39 in D 18 in
Pair of small French Art Moderne mahogany and marquetry armoires
By Legoff, LeLeu Deshays
Located in Kensington, MD
Pair of French Art Moderne armoires, mahogany with ebene de macassar and mother of pearl marquetry,bronze sabots and trim.
Bronze
Louis XV Gilt Bronze Mounted Armoire in Kingwood
By François Linke
Located in Clinton Twp, MI
This elegant piece is a Louis XV gilt bronze mounted armoire in kingswood with fruitwood marquetry in vines and flowers on gilt bronze cuffed cabriolet legs.
Ormolu
Unavailable
H 78.75 in W 57.09 in D 21.26 in
Wardrobe in Boulle Marquetry Napoléon III Period Napoléon III Period
Located in Manduel, FR
Wardrobe in Boulle marquetry Napoleon III period In a perfect condition Exceptional marquetry. The scenes are elegant and refined. marquetry foliage, allegorical scene...
Brass
Sold
H 86.5 in W 77 in D 25 in
18th Century Antique French Marquetry Armoire from Lorraine, circa 1730
Located in Dallas, TX
The stunning artistry of this splendid specimen was produced entirely from skilled hand-crafted labors performed by obviously talented artisans almost 300 years ago! Found in the Lor...
Iron
French Marquetry Bombe Armoire
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A French kingwood-and-marquetry two-door bombe armoire, with ormolu mounts and three interior adjustable shelves, one with fitted small drawers.
Brass
French Marquetry Cabinet Armoire
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A French, Louis XV-style two-door cabinet, or armoire, in kingwood; with lovely floral marquetry inlay, the doors opening to reveal three adjustable shelves.
Marble, Bronze
Vintage French Three-Door Marquetry Armoire
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Vintage French three-door marquetry armoire. Mid-20th century.
Kingwood
3 Door Kingwood Marquetry Armoire
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
3 Door Kingwood Marquetry Armoire from Paris. C. 1940. In beautiful original condition.
Brass
Antique French Kingwood, Marble & Satinwood Marquetry Armoire C1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Ask About Lower In-House Shipping Rates - Reliable Service & Fully Insured*** An antique French armoire offers shaped marble top over bookmatched Kingwood case having double doors...
Kingwood, Satinwood
Sold
H 48.43 in W 31.5 in D 17.72 in
French 18th Century Small Louis XV Transition Marquetry Armoire or Wardrobe
Located in Berlin, DE
French 18th Century Small Louis XV Transition Marquetry Armoire or Wardrobe Small rectangular cabinet or armoire standing on a base with short cabriole legs and curvy apron opeing...
Marble, Bronze
Sold
H 100.4 in W 55.12 in D 26.38 in
Diehl Signed Boulle Marquetry Napoleon III Style Armoire Wardrobe, France, 1870
By Fonderie Rudier 1, Charles-Guillaume Diehl, André-Charles Boulle
Located in Paris, FR
Restored by our specialist team. France, circa 1870.
Brass, Bronze
19th Century Neoclassical Marquetry Armoire
Located in Dallas, TX
Armoire with tailored classical lines infused with luxurious marquetry, this antique French Louis XVI armoire captivates the senses!
Inlaid Two-Door Marquetry Armoire
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A mid-20th century French Louis XV style 'bombe' armoire with book-matched kingwood veneer and floral inlaid marquetry to the doors.
Brass
19c Louis XV Armoire with Star Marquetry
Located in New Orleans, LA
Marriage Armoire with beautiful marquetry (star) detail
Wood
Sold
H 94 in W 22.25 in D 84.25 in
French Inlaid Marquetry Louis XV Style Mirrored Triple Armoire Bronze Ormolu
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Marquetry. Inlaid. Gilt bronze. 2 wood side doors containing 4 shelves on each side. Mirrored center door. Brass or bronze foot caps. 93 7/8" h x 84 1/4" w x 22 1/4" d. Condition Mis...
Bronze
French Inlaid Two-Door Armoire
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Inlaid French two-door armoire. Recently professionally refinished to a beautiful patina. Highlighted by beautiful brass accents.
Brass
19th Century Neoclassical Mahogany Marquetry Armoire with Ormolu
Located in Dallas, TX
This magnificent 19th century neoclassical mahogany marquetry armoire was crafted with the utmost quality from the finest materials ~ exotic imported mahogany, hand-beveled glass and...
Sold
H 92.52 in W 55.12 in D 23.63 in
Louis XV / Napoleon III, Marquetry and Gilt Bronze Armoire, 19th Century
Located in Beaune, FR
Beautiful Napoleon III Louis XV style armoire, curved on the sides, opening to an ice door. It is in rosewood veneer and richly adorned with gilded bronzes. The interior is in speckl...
Bronze
Sold
H 90.56 in W 45.28 in D 18.9 in
19th Century Louis XVI Style Mirror Front Armoire or Wardrobe with Marquetry
Located in Madrid, ES
A dramatic, stand-out piece for any style of interior, this 19th century French Louis XVI mirror front armoire or wardrobe is highly decorated with floral and vegetal marquetry motif...
Bronze
18th Century French Parquetry Inlaid Chestnut Armoire
Located in Basingstoke, Hampshire
An early 19th century French chestnut armoire. Of elegant proportions, displaying rounded corners with reeded detailing. Featuring a pair of doors with moulded elements, demonstratin...
Chestnut
French Monumental Neo-Gothic Charles X Inlaid Armoire
Located in Austin, TX
Sumptuous period piece from the Charles X era with intricate lemon wood and ebony inlays, burled maple moldings and solid figured walnut on doors and full panel sides, we couldn't re...
Birdseye Maple, Walnut
French Louis XVI Satinwood Parquetry Armoire with Ormolu Mounts
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A French Louis XVI style three door armoire in satinwood with parquetry panels and carved details. Fine quality gilt bronze (also known as 'ormolu') mounts and porcelain ‘cameo’ plaq...
Ormolu
Sold
H 88.5 in W 53 in D 28.75 in
Antique French Provincial Inlaid Burl Chestnut Wardrobe Armoire Bonnetiere 1750
Located in Portland, OR
A very fine antique French Provincial burl chestnut & fruitwood armoire bonnetiere, circa 1750. The armoire is made from the most beautiful burl chestnut and various fruitwoods, to t...
Chestnut, Fruitwood
Napoleon III Boulle Marquetry Wardrobe Cupboard, France, 1860
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful Napoleon III Boulle bonnetière, cupboard or wardrobe. Columns detached and rudentées adorned with brass grooves, Boulle marquetry in brass motive scrolls and foliage on the...
Brass, Bronze
Antique Pair French Marquetry Cabinets Wardrobes
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning pair of antique French ebonised and marquetry cabinets, dating from the early 20th century. They have wonderful ormolu mounts, exquisite marquetry decoration a...
Antique Pair of French Marquetry Cabinet Wardrobes, circa1910
Located in London, GB
This is an absolutely exquisite pair of antique French ebonised and marquetry cabinets, dating from the early 20th century. The cabinets have been accomplished in a variety of ex...
Sold
H 74.41 in W 56.7 in D 18.9 in
Vintage French Kingwood & Satinwood Marquetry Wardrobe / Linen Cupboard, 1910s
Located in South Shields, GB
A vintage French double door linen cabinet Featuring beautiful floral kingwood and satinwood marquetry and inlays Additional ormolu details to the sides and legs The interior featur...
Wood
c.1740 Breton Louis XV Cherry Marquetry Bonnetiere
Located in Highwood, IL
Beautiful Louis XV bonnetiere from Brittany made from solid cherry with all it's original hardware, including it's full hinged door, drawer pulls, and large highly decorative escutch...
Sold
H 98.43 in W 53.15 in D 24.02 in
French Large Louis XV Period Wardrobe Provencal Richly Carved 18th - France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Rare Provencal cabinet from the Louis XV period, richly carved with foliage and plant motifs: bouquets, bunches of grapes, ears of wheat... The legs are curved and finished with a sc...
Wood
Five Piece French Inlaid Louis XVI Bedroom Suite
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
French Louis XVI-style inlaid satinwood bedroom suite, consisting of a 3-door armoire, a pair of matching nightstands, marble-top mirrored washstand, and a rare find - a queen-size b...
Marble, Brass
Sold
H 59.85 in W 46.46 in D 22.84 in
Antique French Gilt Bronze Mounted Marquetry Secrétaire en Armoire
By Jean-Henri Riesener
Located in London, GB
This fine antique secrétaire displays exceptional attention to detail, with exquisite marquetry detailing and gilt bronze mounts. The marquetry work is especially vibrant and is used...
Marble, Ormolu
Sold
H 37.41 in W 53.15 in D 15.75 in
Rare Sun King Big Cabinet Armoire, Boulle Marquetry, Napoleon III, 1850, France
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Paris, FR
Impressive and rare big cabinet or a short armoire in Boulle Marquetry style with brass and ebony inlaid and gilt bronze ornamentations Very important and exceptional ornamentations...
Brass, Bronze
Marquetry Two-Door Armoire Made in France
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Beautifully detailed, with superior gilt bronze mounts, this armoire is from Paris, circa 1940.
Bronze
Sold
H 70.87 in W 53.55 in D 20.87 in
Mid Century French Louis XV Style Armoire Featuring Serpentine Marquetry
Located in London, Park Royal
A pretty French, circa 1940's, serpentine style, two-door armoire with book-matched kingwood veneer work, featuring a striking design of inlaid floral marquetry on the doors and sides.
Wood, Kingwood
Sold
H 88.25 in W 64 in D 22.75 in
Antique French Louis XVI Style Mahogany, Rosewood & Satinwood Marquetry Armoire
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique French Louis XVI style armoire offers mahogany construction with crest having cast foliate ormolu mount surmounting bookmatched case with central mirrored door flanked by ...
Metal
Ormolu Mounted Marquetry Armoire with Mirrored Doors
By François Linke
Located in Stamford, CT
Simply Stunning and Spectacular Louis XVI Style Ormolu Bronze Mounted Marquetry Armoire. This late 19th or early 20th century cabinet is made of mixed woods having an inlaid case, or...
Bronze
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Armoire
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A monumental French 19th century Louis Philipe armoire of stunning walnut construction.
Walnut
Sold
H 86.5 in W 60.5 in D 26.5 in
Alfonso Marina French Louis XIII Rosewood Marquetry Inlay Armoire Linen Press
By Alfonso Marina
Located in Dayton, OH
Drawing inspiration from 18th Century designs with French Louis XIII and Spanish Colonial styling. The armoire is constructed from rosewood and mahogany with fruitwood marquetry and ...
Rosewood
French 19th Century Solid Walnut Empire Armoire
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A towering French Empire armoire from the late 1800s, made of beautifully figured walnut.
Walnut
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Style Mirrored Walnut Armoire
Located in Essex, MA
Walnut Louis XV style mirrored two-door armoire in walnut Carved walnut cartouche with marquetry walnut veneers Interior finished in bird's-eye maple Disassembles for transport ...
Mirror, Walnut
French Art Deco Inlaid Thuya Wood Armoire, Attributed to Maurice Dufrène
By Maurice Dufrêne
Located in New York City, NY
Important and spectacular French Art Deco armoire in beautifully figured thuya burl wood, attributed to Maurice Dufrène The elegant side doors feature swag-like ebonized inlaid drape...
Silver Leaf
Marquetry and Gilt Bronze Cabinet Napoleon III, 19th Century
Located in Beaune, FR
Very pretty cupboard in marquetry and gilded bronze Napoleon III opening with two doors The two doors have pretty decorative patterns French work XIX century Some small chips of vene...
Bronze
Sold
H 24.81 in W 11.03 in D 5.12 in
French Little Marquetry Armoire with Mirror or Wall Cabinet, circa 1950
Located in Labrit, Landes
French wall cabinet including a mirror and small storage. Iroko and walnut Marquetry door. Two shelves included in the door. Made circa 1950. Good condition. Shipping: P13 L ...
Mirror, Wood, Walnut
French Marquetry Armoire
Located in High Point, NC
French Marquetry Armoire
Marquetry Armoire
Located in New Preston, CT
A 'French Moroccan' style armoire with an exquisite, overall hand-inlaid marquetry design.
French Marquetry Paneled Armoire/Cabinet
Located in San Francisco, CA
Beautiful French cherry and mahogany cabinet paneled with floral marquetry of exotic and figured woods including olive, satinwood and burls. The left side with beveled mirror door op...
Cherry, Mahogany, Mirror
French 40's Mahogany Armoire/Server with Marquetry Doors
Located in Stamford, CT
French 1940's Mahogany armoire / server with diamond pattern marquetry doors and brass fillet detail.
Louis XVI French Armoire
Located in Atlanta, GA
19th Century French Louis XVI Armoire inlaid with marquetry and mother of pearl
Mother-of-Pearl
French Marquetry Inlaid Walnut Two-Door Armoire with Ormolu Mounts
Located in London, west Sussex
A superb turn of the century French marquetry inlaid walnut two-door armoire with ornate ormolu mounts with original lock and key.
Ormolu
Rare French Art Deco Palisander with Bronze Armoire by Boyer
Located in Hialeah, FL
Rare French Art Deco palisander marquetry armoire with center bronze plaque, double entry center doors, drawers.
Metal
Sold
H 32.68 in W 27.56 in D 16.93 in
18th Century Louis XVI Kingwood Marquetry Inlay Corner Cabinet with Marble 1780
Located in Roma, RM
French corner cabinet Louis XVI period, c. 1780, slightly moved and finely inlaid in fruit woods, gilt bronze applications, exotic woods such as , rosewood and kingwood. Coeval marbl...
Marble
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H 98.43 in W 47.25 in D 22.05 in
Wardrobe Furniture in Bone Marquetry on Ebony Napoléon III Period, 19th Century
Located in Manduel, FR
Marquetry in bone inlay on ebony Napoleon III period. In a perfect condition Exceptional marquetry of bone engraved on ebony. The scenes are elegant and refined. Marquetry foliage, a...
Bone, Ebony
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H 74.81 in W 38.19 in D 25.99 in
18th Century France Louis XVI Kingwood Cabinet Inlay with Marble Top 1700
Located in Roma, RM
Large French two-body corner piece, Louis XVI era , circa 1770-1780. In Kingwood and inlaid in ebony, coeval marble and in very good condition. On the front drawer desk with leather ...
Marble
Armoire Soleil Art Déco
Located in ARSAC, FR
Armoire entièrement marquetée en paille de seigle. D'inspiration Art déco, cette commode est entièrement marquetée en paille de seigle, que ce soit sur les côtés, le dessus, les f...
Straw, Oak, Plywood
Jean Desnos Art Deco Rosewood Marquetry Armoire
By Jean Desnos
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French Art Deco armoire by Jean Desnos for Rambaudi-Dantoine.
Brass, Bronze, Gold Leaf
Antique Blue Painted Cupboard Dated 1850
Located in Vo', Veneto
Antique Blue Painted Cupboard dated 1850 Period: dated 1850 Origin: Tyrolean area, Germany Wood type: Fir Height: 175 cm 68.89 in Width: 125 cm (138 cm with frame) 49.21 in (54.33...
Fir
$5,383
H 69.1 in W 46.07 in D 22.64 in
Stunning Antique Hungarian Hand Painted Housekeepers Linen Cupboard / Wardrobe
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this very well made antique Hungarian hand painted Housekeepers pot cupboard circa 1880 Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers wi...
Pine
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
Classic Empire Center Table, Oatmeal
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classic Empire style grey cerused oak oatmeal stained center table with a carved ogee edge, raised on an octagonal pedestal base. Dimensions: 42" W x 42" D x 30" H. Clearance: 27"
Wood
$7,200 / item
H 14 in Dm 36 in
Grand Mid-Century Flush Mount Uplight Ceiling Lamp from Filmcasino Vienna, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
We are delighted to present this stunning bowl-shaped pendant light / uplight plafoniere / flush mount light fixture dating back to the 1950s. (Actually there were three pieces avail...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
Pair of Murano Glass Wall Sconces, Art Deco Style, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Murano glass wall sconces, in stock Fume color and horizontal striation texture Black opaline finials and brass accents Art Deco inspired design. Gives off warm beams of lig...
Brass
$69,437 / set
H 97.5 in W 87 in D 22.25 in
Impressive 19th century french empire revival 5 piece bedroom suite
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
We are pleased to offer this 5 piece bedroom suite circa 1890. Suite comprising of a bed, wardrobe, dressing table and pair of night stands. Double bed with rich mahogany colour, r...
Marble, Carrara Marble, Ormolu
Guillerme & Chambron Wardrobe in Solid Oak
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme & Chambron for Votre Maison, armoire or wardrobe, oak, brass, France, 1960s This charming wardrobe is a good example of excellent woodworking by virtue of the graphical de...
Brass
$2,742 / item
H 27.56 in Dm 25.6 in
Classic Chandelier, 5 Arms Green Murano Glass Simplicissimus by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
Classic chandelier, 5 arms green Murano glass Simplicissimus by Multiforme This collection in Murano glass is characterized by superb simplicity. It is the result of a research which...
Blown Glass
$3,734 / item
H 26.5 in Dm 55.91 in
Orbitale Brass Chandelier 3 Rotating Balanced Arms, Stilnovo Style, Twin Shades
By Arteluce, Stilnovo, Silvio Piattelli
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This 3-armed chandelier with twin shades is a versatile and elegant fixture perfect above a kitchen island, over a counter, dining table, or in a living room. The chandelier's three ...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
English 19th Century Pine Painted Butler's Pantry
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A unique 19th century butler’s pantry made in England, circa 1860, beautifully crafted of English pine these Victorian-era cupboards provide abundant storage with classic style. Feat...
Wood, Pine
$10,269Sale Price|41% Off
H 31.5 in W 43.31 in D 27.17 in
Rare 15th Century Solid Oak Medieval Dutch Gothic Chest or Trunk
Located in Casteren, NL
A very rare chest that was completely made of solid oak from the Netherlands middle ages. It is a joined chest with hand carved geometric gothic front panels. The ornaments used ar...
Wrought Iron
$5,193Sale Price|50% Off
H 32.49 in W 32.29 in D 1.97 in
French 18th Century Forged Iron Folk Art Baroque Tavern Sign
Located in Buisson, FR
Important and beautiful 18th century Tavern sign depicting a rearing white horse with a crowned coat of arms on its back. Most likely from the Alsace, France due to the German influe...
Iron
Swedish Painted Linen Closet with Shelves, Circa 1890
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant Swedish linen closet, crafted circa 1890, is a beautiful example of late 19th-century Scandinavian craftsmanship and understated design. Made from high-quality solid woo...
Pine
20th century oak Gothic revival wardrobe
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
20th century oak Gothic revival wardrobe circa 1970. Good quality English made piece of furniture ready for everyday use. Single piece, decorated with fielded panels and carving to...
Oak
$42,000 / set
H 98 in W 43.5 in D 20.25 in
Antique French Napoleon III Carved Mahogany 5 Piece Bedroom Suite, Circa 1880.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Rare Antique French Napoleon III Carved Mahogany 5 Piece Bedroom Suite, Circa 1875-1885. Extraordinary workmanship. Bed: 58" x 76" Interior. Headboard: 63" High x 60" Wide Footbo...
Marble
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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