English Victorian Mahogany Armoire
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian mahogany armoire cabinet with 4 doors have a carved design framing a burl wood panel with a fretwork design cornice
20th Century Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
English Victorian Mahogany Armoire
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian mahogany armoire cabinet with 4 doors have a carved design framing a burl wood panel with a fretwork design cornice
Mahogany
Victorian Gentlemans Wardrobe Mahogany Closet Period Antique 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
A fine Victorian mahogany gentleman’s wardrobe of impressive scale and quality Circa 1860 The central mirrored door opens to reveal a fitted interior comprising three mahogany-lined ...
Mahogany
Victorian Flame Mahogany Breakfront Triple Wardrobe
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Victorian Flame Mahogany Breakfront Triple Wardrobe with Drawers Item Code: LC1426 Description: An impressive Victorian flame mahogany breakfront wardrobe of large scale and outstand...
Mahogany
Antique Victorian Quality Figured Mahogany Three Door Wardrobe
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian quality figured mahogany three door wardrobe having a quality figured mahogany shaped cornice above three figured mahogany moulded panelled arch top doors with eigh...
Other
Antique English Victorian Mahogany & Marquetry Inlaid Fitted Wardrobe
By Edwards & Roberts
Located in Glasgow, GB
A stunning Sheraton Revival inlaid mahogany breakfront wardrobe dating to the early Victorian period and attributed to Edwards & Roberts. Profusely decorated with fine quality ribbo...
Brass
Outstanding Quality Large Victorian Antique Figured Mahogany Four Door Wardrobe
Located in Suffolk, GB
Outstanding quality large Victorian antique figured mahogany four door wardrobe having two moulded cornices and a figured mahogany pediment to the centre, two figured mahogany panell...
Other
Antique Victorian Sheraton Revival Inlaid Breakfront Wardrobe 19th Century
By Marsh, Jones & Cribb
Located in London, GB
This is an impressive antique Victorian Sheraton Revival flame mahogany, satinwood and boxwood breakfront wardrobe, by Marsh Jones Cribb & Co, of Leeds and Cavendish Square Londo...
Mahogany
Large 19th Century Country House Wardrobe
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Large late 19th century English painted country house wardrobe with great storage and fully dismantles for delivery. 1880. Code: 8823 Dimensions: W: 90.5" (229.9 cm) H: 84" (213.4...
Mahogany
R. J. Horner Victorian Mahogany Mirror Front Armoire Dresser, Circa 1890s
By R.J. Horner & Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Georgian or Regency style armoire dresser, gentleman's chest, or linen press with sliding drawers, a hat box, and paw feet. By R.J. Horner & Co. (signed to the back) ...
Brass
$6,000Sale Price|29% Off
19th Century Puerto Rican "Isabelino" Style Mahogany Dresser/Armoire
Located in Guaynabo, PR
Dresser/Armoire from the Puerto Rican cabinetmaker Rafael Margarida who established his workshop in Old San Juan since 1892. The pediment has two inverted arcs that join to end in a ...
Mahogany
American Empire Crotch Mahogany Style Mirrored Jewelry Armoire
Located in Germantown, MD
American Empire Crotch Mahogany Style Jewelry Armoire. Flawlessly functioning drawers and doors. Measures 16" in width x 12" in depth x 40" in height.
Mirror, Wood
Victorian Burl Walnut Armoire
Located in Pawleys Island, SC
Victorian burl walnut armoire with crossbanding and satin wood inlay. This piece features a large mirrored door in the center. When opened it reveals a linen press century displaying...
Brass
Fine Victorian Mahogany Wardrobe
Located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, GB
Fine Victorian mahogany wardrobe A very good example of a mid-19th century Victorian mahogany three-door breakfront wardrobe. The robe is made from mahogany with the finest f...
Mahogany
Victorian Mahogany Wardrobe
Located in Manchester, GB
A magnificent late Victorian mahogany wardrobe of superb quality. The locks are stamped 'Waring' of the Waring & Gillows fame. The central section is bow fronted with a bank of drawe...
Mahogany
Mid-Victorian Two-Door Mahogany Wardrobe
Located in Norwich, Norfolk
Mid-Victorian two-door mahogany wardrobe. Standing on a plinth base with three deep drawers above. Having two arched doors with good quality panels. The interior is paper lined wi...
Mahogany
Victorian Figured Mahogany Wardrobe
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5641 Victorian mahogany single door wardrobe, having cavetto cornice above a shallow frieze and a single door fitted with a working lock and a key and an arched mirror, flanked by ...
Mahogany
Large Victorian Flamed Mahogany Compactum Wardrobe
Located in Heathfield, East Sussex
A handsome large Victorian flamed mahogany Compactum wardrobe of breakfront form. Having an attractive flared cushion pediment above a central shelved cupboard with five graduated dr...
Mahogany, Oak, Pine
Unavailable
H 78.75 in W 100.01 in D 30.71 in
Antique Victorian circa 1860 Mahogany Compactum Wardrobe
Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech
Antique Victorian circa 1860 mahogany compactum wardrobe. Solid and strong, with no loose joints. Full of age, character and charm. Great matched flame mahogany veneers and patina...
Mahogany
Victorian Mahogany Three Door Wardrobe
Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB
An early Victorian mahogany three door wardrobe. The wardrobe has hanging space, interior drawers and trays and each door has two panels of figured mahogany with carved decoration...
Mahogany
Superb Quality Mahogany Turret Wardrobe
Located in Norwich, Norfolk
Here we have an early Victorian superb quality mahogany turret wardrobe. The centre section having four graduated mahogany lined drawers with original turned knobs and brass locks. ...
Mahogany
Mahogany Three-Door Gentlemans Wardrobe
Located in Norwich, Norfolk
Mahogany three-door gentleman's wardrobe. Featuring very highly flamed mahogany doors. A lovely triple domed top with deeply carved inserts. The left and right hand side for hangi...
Mahogany
Victorian Mahogany Wardrobe
Located in King's Lynn, GB
Here we have a Late Victorian, circa 1895, mahogany bow front wardrobe on splayed feet. The base has 2 drawers with a pair of brass handles on each. The 2 door middle section opens u...
Mahogany
Solid Mahogany Shelved Armoire Hanging Wardrobe
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A solid mahogany shelved armoire hanging wardrobe This is a very attractive piece, the mahogany wardrobe is a good quality piece, it has two panelled doors, two drawers at the bo...
Victorian Wardrobe Mahogany Closet 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
This Wardrobe Stands Upon a Plinth Base. Circa 1860 The Wardrobe Features 1 Lower Drawer with Turned Knobs. The Drawer and Door Panels Having Wonderful Flame Mahogany Timbers. The Do...
Mahogany
Antique Victorian Quality Mahogany Wardrobe
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian quality mahogany wardrobe having a mahogany cornice above three doors and attractive quality carvings, mirrored and mahogany door to the centre flanked by a pair of...
Mahogany
Victorian Mahogany Three-Door Wardrobe
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Victorian mahogany triple door wardrobe, projecting cornice with corbel supports, three panelled doors enclosing slides and drawers to one side and hanging space and shoe box to the ...
Mahogany
Victorian Mahogany Wardrobe - Antique Turret Closet
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Here we have an early Victorian superb quality mahogany turret wardrobe. 19th Century the center section having 4 graduated Mahogany lined drawers with original turned knobs and br...
Mahogany
19th Century Victorian Mahogany Wardrobe
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality Victorian burr walnut wardrobe. The wardrobe has an out swept cornice to the top, above a single mirror door, flanked by a further two mirrors. The centre ...
Mahogany
Victorian Wardrobe Antique Mahogany Closet 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Wonderful Quality 2 Door Mahogany Wardrobe. Circa 1860 This Wardrobe Stands Upon Carved and Shaped Feet. Featuring 2 Doors with Amazing Timbers and Wonderful Carved Moldings. The Cor...
Mahogany
Victorian Wardrobe Antique Mahogany Closet 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Wonderful Quality 2 Door Mahogany Wardrobe. Circa 1860 This Wardrobe Stands Upon Carved and Shaped Feet. Featuring 2 Doors with Amazing Timbers and Wonderful Carved Moldings. The Cor...
Mahogany
Victorian Flame Mahogany Wardrobe
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality Victorian flame mahogany wardrobe, the end sections opening to amble hanging space, with a chest to the centre wardrobe has an arrangement of five drawers,...
Mahogany
Victorian Mahogany Single Wardrobe
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Victorian mahogany single wardrobe This is a very attractive piece, the mahogany wardrobe is a good quality piece, it has a mirrored door and a deep pointed pediment The Inter...
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H 87.5 in W 66 in D 27 in
19th Century Solid Flame Mahogany Anglo Indian Armoire Wardrobe Linen Press
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
An very rare and impressive solid mahogany Anglo-Indian two-door armoire. Such is the quality of the timber used that not only the doors but also the sides of the piece are construct...
Mahogany
Fine Quality Victorian Mahogany Breakfront Wardrobe
Located in Benington, Herts
A very fine quality mid-19th century mahogany breakfront wardrobe fully restored and lined. This antique wardrobe breaks into five sections for ease of transport and placing in the ...
Glass, Mahogany
Victorian Mahogany Breakfront Triple Wardrobe
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Victorian Mahogany Triple Wardrobe Item Code: 1389 A superb quality Victorian mahogany triple wardrobe of generous proportions and excellent colour. The central mirrored door is flan...
Mahogany
Victorian Plumb Pudding Mahogany Wardrobe
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Victorian Plumb Pudding Mahogany Triple Wardrobe Item Code: 1390 A fine Victorian plumb pudding mahogany triple wardrobe, showcasing rich, warm figuring throughout the doors and moul...
Mahogany
English Victorian Mahogany Three-Door Breakfront Wardrobe
Located in Glasgow, GB
A fabulous Victorian breakfront wardrobe of super quality and dating to circa 1860. Featuring richly colored well figured mahogany and crisply carved floral and acanthus leaf carved ...
Brass
Antique Victorian Flame Mahogany Two Door Wardrobe, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is an impressive and elegant antique English Victorian flame mahogany wardrobe, circa 1880 in date. This wonderful tall two door wardrobe features an exquisite flared cornice...
Mahogany
Antique Victorian Quality Figured Mahogany Wardrobe
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian quality figured mahogany wardrobe having a moulded cornice above a pair of figured mahogany panelled doors opening to reveal a fitted mirror, hanging compartment, f...
Other
Antique Victorian Flame Mahogany Two Door Wardrobe 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is an impressive and elegant antique English Victorian flame mahogany wardrobe, circa 1880 in date. This wonderful tall two door wardrobe features an exquisite flared cornice ...
Mahogany
Antique Victorian Quality Figured Mahogany Wardrobe
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian quality figured mahogany wardrobe having a mahogany shaped cornice with a figured mahogany frieze above a pair of quality figured mahogany arched top moulded panell...
Other
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H 81.5 in W 91 in D 23.25 in
19th Century English Victorian Mahogany Inverted Breakfront Triple Wardrobe
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality Victorian mahogany inverted breakfront wardrobe. Having a stepped cornice, above two paneled doors, each flanking the centre, fitted with a cupboard over f...
Mahogany
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H 80.25 in W 85 in D 26 in
19th Century English Victorian Mahogany Breakfront Three Door Wardrobe
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality 19th century Victorian Mahogany Breakfront Triple Wardrobe, have a stepped and flared cornice, above three doors, the centre of which having a mirror, open...
Mahogany
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H 84.65 in W 78.35 in L 84.65 in
Antique Gentleman's Triple Wardrobe, English, Mahogany, Cabinet, Victorian, 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique gentleman's triple wardrobe. An English, mahogany and satinwood inlaid cabinet, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880. Utterly striking craftsmanship upon ...
Mahogany
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H 89.77 in W 102.37 in D 31.89 in
Large Victorian, English, Antique Wardrobe, Compactum in Mahogany, circa 1870
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a very large Victorian, English, antique wardrobe. A compactum in mahogany dating to the mid-19th century, circa 1870. A commanding statement piece of country house propor...
Mahogany
Antique Victorian Quality Figured Mahogany Breakfront Wardrobe
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian quality figured mahogany breakfront wardrobe having a quality figured mahogany shaped cornice above a large shaped mirror door opening to reveal a fitted interior c...
Other
Antique Victorian Quality Figured Mahogany Breakfront Wardrobe
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian quality figured mahogany breakfront wardrobe having a quality figured mahogany shaped cornice above a large shaped mirror door opening to reveal a fitted interior c...
Other
Antique English Victorian Mahogany Wardrobe c.1880
Located in London, GB
This is a lovely antique English inlaid flame mahogany wardrobe, circa 1880 in date. It has been accomplished in the most beautiful 'flame mahogany' with fabulous crossbanded and ...
Mahogany
19th Century Victorian Three-Door Mahogany Wardrobe
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Beautiful Victorian mahogany three-door wardrobe. Format adaptable to hang clothes or lay on shelves. Also two large drawers. The cabinet is built up, and consists of five parts. Bec...
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H 82.68 in W 48.04 in D 22.05 in
Antique Wardrobe, J Shoolbred & Co. London, Victorian, Mahogany, circa 1890
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique wardrobe by J Shoolbred & Co. London, a Victorian mahogany compactum dating to circa 1890. Of superior quality as one would expect of Shoolbred In select mahog...
Mahogany
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H 77.96 in W 63.39 in D 25.2 in
Large Triple Bow Fronted Victorian Mahogany Wardrobe with Drawers Dismantles
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning Victorian large bow fronted triple wardrobe in solid mahogany that can be fully dismantled for ease of transport and installation ...
Mahogany
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H 82.68 in W 76.78 in D 25.79 in
Antique 19th Century Victorian Mahogany Three-Door Fitted Wardrobe, circa 1870
Located in Glasgow, GB
A good quality English Victorian mahogany three-door wardrobe dating to circa 1870. Of rounded design with a molded cornice above three arched paneled doors which open to reveal a co...
Mahogany
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H 83.47 in W 91.34 in D 27.17 in
Outstanding Quality Large Antique Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Wardrobe
Located in Suffolk, GB
Outstanding quality large antique Victorian inlaid mahogany wardrobe having a magnificent quality inlaid satinwood and mahogany shaped cornice above a pair of moulded panelled doors ...
Other
Transitional Empire into Victorian Carved Flame Mahogany Wardrobe, c1860
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique transitional Empire into Victorian wardrobe features flame mahogany construction in Empire form and incorporating elements of Victorian including the carved and pierced sc...
Mahogany
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H 81.11 in W 34.26 in D 21.66 in
Antique Victorian Mahogany Corner Wardrobe or Cabinet, English, circa 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an Victorian antique corner wardrobe in mahogany. An English cabinet dating to circa 1880. Quality craftsmanship in mahogany displaying honey tones Good, consistent color...
Victorian Mahogany Shelved Press with Hanging Rail
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Victorian mahogany shelved press with hanging rail This is an appealing piece of furniture dating from circa 1880, the cupboard sits on top of the 2-drawer chest of drawers with...
19th Century High Victorian Flame Mahogany Compendium Wardrobe
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Stunning quality victorian compendium wardrobe circa 1870. Single cupboard door opens to a larger space, underneath a bank of 5 graduating drawers, flanked either side by a pair ...
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H 94.89 in W 85.83 in D 25.2 in
Antique English Victorian Mahogany and Inlaid Wardrobe, circa 1880
Located in London, GB
This is a lovely antique English inlaid flame mahogany triple wardrobe, circa 1880 in date. It has been accomplished in the most beautiful 'flame mahogany' with fabulous satinwood...
Antique Mahogany Breakfront Wardrobe
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A stunning quality mid-19th century breakfront wardrobe having finely carved urns to cornice above three beautifully figured fiddleback mahogany panel doors with satinwood crossban...
Mahogany
Antique English Victorian Flame Wardrobe 19th C
Located in London, GB
This is a lovely antique English flame mahogany and satinwood crossbanded two door wardrobe, dating from Circa 1870. This wonderful tall two door wardrobe features a beaded cornice ...
Mahogany
Antique English Victorian Bowfront Wardrobe, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is an impressive English antique late Victorian Sheraton Revival flame mahogany wardrobe, circa 1870 in date. It has a moulded cornice with a crossbanded frieze over two arch...
Mahogany
Antique Flame Mahogany Two-Door Wardrobe
Located in London, GB
This antique mahogany two door wardrobe has nice small proportions, so could be used in a bedroom or a hall. It's in good original condition and the mahogany finish has a wonderful c...
Mahogany
Victorian Gentleman's Wardrobe
Located in New York, NY
MAHOGANY SIMPLE TWO-DOOR, WITH DRAWER GENTLEMAN'S WARDROBE
BROKEN PEDIMENT TOP WITH COLUMNS LEFT AND RIGHT
Mahogany
19th Century Victorian Wardrobe by Edwards & Roberts
Located in London, GB
This is a spectacular antique late Victorian mahogany and floral marquetry serpentine shaped wardrobe bearing the engraved brass plaque of the renowned cabinet maker and retailer Edw...
Mahogany
Large 4 door Victorian wardrobe
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Beautiful sleek antique wardrobe from the Victorian era. The cabinet is in good and original condition. Beautiful weathered patina. What makes the cabinet beautiful is that it is a 4...
Mahogany
Figured Mahogany Three-Door Wardrobe
Located in Cheshire, GB
Figured mahogany three-door wardrobe the architectural cornice, flanked by urn finials above three large mahogany doors. The centre door with original full length mirror plate, surro...
English Hanging Wardrobe
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Good 19th century painted hanging wardrobe, 1890 Interior depth - 19"(48cm) Dimensions: 51 inches (130 cms) wide 23.5 inches (60 cms) deep 78 inches (198 cms) high.
Mahogany
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H 88.5 in W 81 in D 25.5 in
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 two side doors open to reveal space for the hanging of clothes etc. One side (r...
Brass
Austrian Bentwood Queen Sized Bed by Jacob & Josef Kohn, 1900
Located in Miami, FL
Designed by J & J Kohn, this mahogany stained bentwood bed features curved head and footboards swelling with decorative scroll form tendrils. J & J Kohn, No. 876, 1900 Catalog. He...
Bentwood
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
Mario Marenco 'Marenco' 2 Seater Sofa 254 for Arflex
By Mario Marenco, Arflex
Located in Tilburg, NL
Mario Marenco 'Marenco' 2 Seater Sofa 254 for Arflex in fabric. New, current production. The unmistakable design and wide modularity still make the Marenco sofa a must-have in cont...
Fabric
Paul Revere Coffee Pot
By Paul Revere
Located in New Orleans, LA
Sterling Silver Coffee Pot Paul Revere Circa 1775 This phenomenal and incredibly rare silver coffee pot by the legendary patriot Paul Revere is one of only six armorial coffee pots ...
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Skyscraper tallboy
Located in Barnstaple, GB
A beautiful figured walnut Art Deco skyscraper Tallboy dating to 1930. The 4 deep, graduated drawers run smoothly and boast beautiful white phenolic bar handles with chrome supports ...
Walnut
$3,361
H 70.87 in W 85.44 in D 21.26 in
Exceptional Large Gothic English Victorian Burr Walnut Dressing Table Vanity
Located in Leicester, GB
An exceptional large vanity with six drawers, two cabinets and triple dressing mirrors. Circa 1900's. Made in England to the highest quality with fully panelled wooden back mirrors, ...
Mahogany, Walnut
$1,252Sale Price|20% Off
H 59.85 in W 39.38 in D 17.33 in
1960s, Teak Bookcase By Carl Axel Acking for Bodafors, Sweden
By Carl-Axel Acking, Bodafors
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Teak Bookcase with Drawers by Carl Axel Acking for Bodafors (Sweden, 1950s–60s) A beautifully proportioned teak bookcase designed by renowned Swedish architect and designer Carl Axel...
Brass
$5,331 / item
H 42.01 in W 25.99 in D 1.19 in
Mid century style Ceiling Suspended Mirror with Bronze Patina Frame, Vintage N.4
By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.
Located in London, London
Mid-century style Vintage N.4 ceiling suspended mirror with a high quality pure brass full frame with a bronze patina finish. This piece is part of our original and fully customisabl...
Brass, Bronze
Umran Sink
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Introducing the Umran Sink—a signature piece from our inaugural stone collection, meticulously crafted in Afyon, Türkiye, a region renowned for its ancient stonework. Named in honor ...
Travertine, Marble
$6,680Sale Price|20% Off
H 13.39 in W 13.78 in D 9.85 in
Bronze Jewelry Chest In Neo-gothic Style From The Napoleon III Period
Located in NICE, FR
We present you with a large jewellry chest crafted in bronze with medal patina in the neo-gothic style and hailing from the Napoleon II period. It boasts practical dimensions (34cm ...
Metal, Bronze
Blue Floral Painted Cupboard with Sunflowers
Located in Vo', Veneto
Alpine Blue Painted Wardrobe with Sunflowers Measurements: H. 183 cm - W. 128 (150 to the frames) cm - D. 55 (66 to the frames) cm Period: Late 18th century Origin: Bavarian Alps Wo...
Fir
$1,996
H 49.22 in W 32.49 in D 22.45 in
Quality 18th Century Antique Plum Pudding Mahogany Bow Fronted Corner Cabinet
Located in Suffolk, GB
Quality 18th century antique George III plum pudding mahogany bow fronted corner cabinet having a delightful shaped dental cornice above a satinwood frieze. The pair of plum pudding ...
Other
Antique William IV Compactum Wardrobe
Located in London, GB
A superb antique William IV period compactum wardrobe. This was made in England & dates from around the 1830-1840’s period. This is of amazing quality and is a most impressive p...
Wood
Thomas Webb & Sons Two-Color Cameo Vase
By Thomas Webb & Sons
Located in New Orleans, LA
Of all the glassworks produced in the late 19th century, cameo glass was the most challenging to perfect. Only a handful of artisans succeeded in mastering this intricate craft, with...
Glass
Baroque White Painted Armoire, Sweden circa 1780-1800
Located in Round Top, TX
Impressive oak baroque armoire that dates from the late 1700's into early 1800's. Note the heavily paneled doors, massive crown all resting on large bun feet. Restored, later profess...
Oak, Paint
$4,706 / set
H 58.67 in W 34.65 in D 12.41 in
Antique Pair of William Baker Co Hardwood Satinwood & Walnut Legal Bookcases
By William Baker & Co.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of very rare original William Baker & Co Ltd “The Oxford” legal Library stacking bookcases This are pretty much the finest pair o...
Satinwood, Walnut
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.