19th Century French Renaissance Revival Cabinet with Ornamental Figural Carvings
Located in Chicago, IL
This Mid-19th Century French Renaissance Revival oak cabinet showcases a sophisticated combination of two distinct varieties of solid oak, each sourced from different parts of the tr...
Oak
Brutalist Oak Armoire, France, 18th Century
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
J.A.D.A Galerie presents: A small oak cupboard built in rural France in the eighteenth century, of the kind a Pyrenean farmhouse kept for linen and provisions.
Oak
Armoire, Bleached Oak, France, circa 1940
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Armoire, Bleached Oak, France, circa 1940 Echoing the Sculptural Language of French Provincial Modernism Sculptural in stance and restrained in detail, this tall French cabinet fro...
Oak
Guillerme & Chambron for Votre Maison Large Cabinet or Wardrobe
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre maison, armoire, oak, France, 1960s This grandiose wardrobe is a good example of excellent woodworking by virtue of the graphical designed door panel...
Oak
Expertly Restored European Country Style Hand-Painted Wardrobe
Located in SEDLEC-PRČICE, CZ
This exceptional late nineteenth century hand-painted armoire is a beautifully and professionally restored antique wardrobe that perfectly captures the elegance of European country d...
Oak, Paint
French Armoire in Oak, Late 19th Century
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
French Armoire in Oak and Brass, Late 19th Century Rooted in the provincial elegance of the Belle Époque This tall oak armoire, dating from the end of the 19th century, embodies the...
Oak
Corner Cabinet, Louis XIV, 18th Century
Located in New Orleans, LA
Gorgeous 18th century antique French Grande Louis XIV oak corner cabinet. This antique oversized oak corner cabinet mimics a stunning built in effect and will add architectural inter...
Wood, Oak
An ARTS & CRAFTS / ART NOUVEAU Wardrobe CABINET by HARRIS LEBUS, England 1900
By Harris Lebus
Located in PARIS, FR
A large wardrobe cabinet, superb wood vertical structure enhanced by beautiful geometric ornaments, with 1 central mirrored door opening on 3 hanging systems and one major drawer at ...
Wood, Oak
1800-1809 France Weathered Pale Grey Painted Oak Armoire
Located in High Point, NC
Painted oak armoire in Weathered Pale Grey. Its weathered pale grey finish sets off raised panel doors, bun feet, softly distressed grey finish, a hallmark of of the french provincia...
Oak
Pair of 17th Century Oak Armoire Doors from France
Located in Dallas, TX
Originally part of an antique armoire, these oak doors were hand carved in France during the 1600s.
Metal, Iron
Guillerme et Chambron Oak Mid-Century French Armoire Cabinet
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in London, GB
A three door cabinet/wardrobe from design legends Guillerme et Chambron. France, c1960s. Oak and brass. Generally good condition, some wear commensurate with age. Dim...
Brass
French Brutalist Carved Oak Armoire, Attributed to Charles Dudouyt, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Rødding, DK
A carved oak two-door armoire, attributed to Charles Dudouyt, France, 1940s.
Brass
19th Century French Provincial Armoire in Honey Oak with Two Doors
Located in High Point, NC
This piece presents as a armoire/wardrobe, distinguished by medium honey wood, 2 doors. Originating in France during 19th Century, it shows the construction techniques typical of the...
Oak
French 18th Century Carved Oak/Walnut Armoire with Mask and Cartouches
Located in ALHAURÍN EL GRANDE, Malaga
Two doors. The left door carries the central carved stile, which is part of the door, not a fixed post. That stile is hung with a garland of leaves and fruit and is capped by a mask ...
Nutwood, Oak
Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Oak Armoire Dresser, Circa 1960s
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style armoire dresser, gentleman's chest, or linen press By Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Carved oak, with original brass hardware.
Brass
19th Century Tall French Single Door Armoire or Bonnetière Cabinet in Solid Oak
Located in Meer, VAN
Early 19th Century Tall French Single Door Armoire or Bonnetière Cabinet in Solid Oak A remarkable early 19th century bonnetière cabinet in solid oak.
Oak
Antique Baroque Armoire in Bleached Oak with Carved Diamond Doors
Located in High Point, NC
This armoire makes its impression through natural bleached oak, carved diamond panel doors.
Oak
19th C French Walnut Armoire / Bookcase
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1890 19th C French walnut armoire / bookcase with wired grill doors and book matched walnut veneer with marble top. Sourced from the South of France Measures: W188 x D...
Oak, Walnut
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Early 19th Century French Wedding Cabinet or Armoire
Located in Casteren, NL
An early 19th century oak wedding cabinet or Armoire from northern France.
Oak
Tall French 19th Century serpentine painted Cupboard / Armoire
Located in Basingstoke, Hampshire
An exceptional mid 19th century French painted cupboard, of very tall proportion. Demonstrating an elegant serpentine-shaped concave front with elegant detailing throughout. Displayi...
Oak, Walnut
Mid Century French Provincial Style Armoire with 5 Drawers
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century French Provincial style highboy dresser features hardwood construction, oak veneer with original finish, five dovetailed drawers with synthetic molded drawer fronts ...
Brass
Antique French Renaissance Armoire Linen Press Library Bookcase China Cabinet
Located in Dayton, OH
An exquisite French Renaissance Revival Bibliotheque, Linen press or display cabinet.
Glass, Oak
French Louis XVI Style Ebonized Mahogany Bookcase, Armoire Restored c1800's
Located in Highwood, IL
Antique French Louis XVI Style Bookcase, or if you prefer, Antique French Ebonized Bibliotheque made from solid mahogany over 100-years ago to a very high standard. We have had our ...
Brass
Armoire vitrine brutaliste en chêne Charles Dudouyt 1940's
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in TOURCOING, FR
Armoire vitrine brutaliste en chêne Charles Dudouyt 1940's
Oak
Early 18th Century Regence Cupboard Armoire Buffet
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A great early 18th century French oak two-door armoire with a buffet interior.
Oak
Armoire en chêne par Guillerme et Chambron 1950's
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in TOURCOING, FR
Armoire en chêne par Guillerme et Chambron 1950's Armoire en chêne attribuée à Guillerme et Chambron (années 1950), à l’esthétique chaleureuse et très architecturée. Belle compositi...
Oak
Armoire 2 portes 2 tiroirs en chêne massif et fer forgé style rustique 1960's
Located in TOURCOING, FR
Armoire 2 portes 2 tiroirs en chêne massif et fer forgé style rustique 1960's
Oak
André Arbus, Les Quatre Continents, Armoire w/ Painted Panels, France, 1948
By André Arbus
Located in New York, NY
Two-door armoire decorated with four neoclassical paintings by Jean-Paul Delhumeau (France, 1922-2003) representing four continents—Asia, the Americas, Africa, and Europe. Maker's m...
Oak
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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