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Normandy Wedding Armoire

Rare Original French Normandy Chipped Milk-Paint Wedding Marriage Armoire 1800s
Rare Original French Normandy Chipped Milk-Paint Wedding Marriage Armoire 1800s

Rare Original French Normandy Chipped Milk-Paint Wedding Marriage Armoire 1800s

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This rare original French Normandy wedding or marriage armoire from the early 1800s is a magnificent example of provincial craftsmanship and enduring romance.

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Antique 1820s French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wire

French 18th Century Armoire
French 18th Century Armoire

French 18th Century Armoire

Located in Stockbridge, GA

This wonderful French 18th century Armoire is made of oak and has been refinished. It is an Armoire from Normandy called “wedding Armoire”.

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Antique Mid-18th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

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Oddities Armoire One-Off High Cabinet with Antique Details

Oddities Armoire One-Off High Cabinet with Antique Details

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H 86.62 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in

Oddities Armoire One-Off High Cabinet with Antique Details

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Wooden doors The door that is used for the Oddities Armoire is an early 19th century oak door from a French wedding armoire from Normandy, more precisely Pays de Caux.

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2010s Dutch Other Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass, Copper, Steel

Country French Normandy Wedding Armoire
Country French Normandy Wedding Armoire

Country French Normandy Wedding Armoire

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H 88 in W 53 in D 20 in

Country French Normandy Wedding Armoire

Located in Birmingham, AL

Antique French Louis XV style solid oak marriage armoire having a rare hand-carved drapery crown above a frieze that features a basket of flowers. Paneled doors highlighted with flor...

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Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

18th C. Heavily Carved Antique French Normandy Wedding Armoire
18th C. Heavily Carved Antique French Normandy Wedding Armoire

18th C. Heavily Carved Antique French Normandy Wedding Armoire

Located in Highwood, IL

Phenomenal hand-carved 18th century solid oak wedding armoire from the Normandy region of France.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Wardrobes and Armoires

19th Century Country French Louis XIV Style Bleached Normandy Wedding Armoire
19th Century Country French Louis XIV Style Bleached Normandy Wedding Armoire

19th Century Country French Louis XIV Style Bleached Normandy Wedding Armoire

Located in Birmingham, AL

Handcrafted of old growth French oak in the Normandy region, this intricately carved wedding or marriage armoire features symbolic carvings typical of marriage pieces from the region.

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Antique 1810s French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Country Louis XV Style Bleached Oak Normandy Wedding Armoire
19th Century French Country Louis XV Style Bleached Oak Normandy Wedding Armoire

19th Century French Country Louis XV Style Bleached Oak Normandy Wedding Armoire

Located in Birmingham, AL

This beautiful 19th century wedding or marriage armoire features symbolic carvings typical of marriage pieces from Saint-Lô.

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Antique Early 1800s French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Louis XV Wedding Armoire, Normandy circa 1790
Louis XV Wedding Armoire, Normandy circa 1790

Louis XV Wedding Armoire, Normandy circa 1790

Located in Doylestown, PA

A very nice example of a traditional 18th century Normandy wedding armoire in bleached oak, abundantly carved with garden and floral motifs, with a central bouquet of love birds belo...

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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Norman Wedding Armoire In Solid Oak – Mid 19th Century
Norman Wedding Armoire In Solid Oak – Mid 19th Century

Norman Wedding Armoire In Solid Oak – Mid 19th Century

Located in SAINT-CLÉMENT-DE-LA-PLACE, FR

This magnificent Normandy wedding armoire, crafted from solid oak, originates from the Loire Valley, in the Anjou region.

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Antique 1840s French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Pine Wedding Armoire from Normandy
Pine Wedding Armoire from Normandy

Pine Wedding Armoire from Normandy

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H 87 in W 56 in D 22 in

Pine Wedding Armoire from Normandy

Located in Sheffield, MA

Beautifully carved Louis XV pine armoire with basket crown, two doors and two panels.

Keywords: linen press, cabinet, chest, closets

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Wardrobes and Armoires

19th Century Country French Normandy Stripped Oak Wedding Armoire
19th Century Country French Normandy Stripped Oak Wedding Armoire

19th Century Country French Normandy Stripped Oak Wedding Armoire

Located in Dallas, TX

19th century Country French Normandy stripped oak wedding armoire is a wonderful example of the breed, handcrafted and sculpted from indigenous old-growth oak to last for generations!

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Antique 1840s French Country Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Carved Pine Wedding Armoire from Normandy
Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Carved Pine Wedding Armoire from Normandy

Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Carved Pine Wedding Armoire from Normandy

Located in Dallas, TX

This elegant, antique armoire was crafted in Normandy, France, circa 1760.

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Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

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Country French Louis XV Style Washed Oak Normandy Wedding or Marriage Armoire
Country French Louis XV Style Washed Oak Normandy Wedding or Marriage Armoire

Country French Louis XV Style Washed Oak Normandy Wedding or Marriage Armoire

Located in Birmingham, AL

According to French tradition, the wedding armoire was ordered by a father when his daughter was born.

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Antique 1850s French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Magnificent 19th Century French Wedding Armoire
Magnificent 19th Century French Wedding Armoire

Magnificent 19th Century French Wedding Armoire

Located in Hopewell, NJ

An early 19th century oak wedding armoire from Normandy France featuring delicate carvings such as an exceptional pair of lovebirds on the top crest; grapes, flowers and other birds ...

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Antique 19th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires

c.1860-1880 French Limed Oak Wedding Armoire
c.1860-1880 French Limed Oak Wedding Armoire

c.1860-1880 French Limed Oak Wedding Armoire

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H 88.75 in W 56.5 in D 17.5 in

c.1860-1880 French Limed Oak Wedding Armoire

Located in Highwood, IL

Limed oak wedding armoire from Normandy which we had shipped to England where they submerged it in a caustic tank and that began the 6 month liming process.

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Antique 19th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

c.1860-1880 French Limed Oak Wedding Armoire
c.1860-1880 French Limed Oak Wedding Armoire

c.1860-1880 French Limed Oak Wedding Armoire

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H 89 in W 56.5 in D 20.5 in

c.1860-1880 French Limed Oak Wedding Armoire

Located in Highwood, IL

Breathtaking antique French limed oak wedding armoire from Normandy which we had shipped to England where they submerged it in a caustic tank, that began the 6 month liming process.

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Antique 19th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Antique Early 19th C French Carved Oak Wedding Armoire Wardrobe Normandy 1820
Antique Early 19th C French Carved Oak Wedding Armoire Wardrobe Normandy 1820

Antique Early 19th C French Carved Oak Wedding Armoire Wardrobe Normandy 1820

Located in Portland, OR

A fine, elegant early 19th century antique French carved oak wedding armoire, Normandy, circa 1820. The armoire is very finely carved and has a arched and scroll carved cornice, belo...

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Antique 1820s French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Museum Quality 19th Century Wedding Armoire in Carved Oak from Normandy France
Museum Quality 19th Century Wedding Armoire in Carved Oak from Normandy France

Museum Quality 19th Century Wedding Armoire in Carved Oak from Normandy France

Located in Dallas, TX

Additional carvings on the front are attributes of love and marriage, including floral margents, a laurel sprig wreath, and a musical trophy in the center of the shaped apron. Our...

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Antique 19th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Bronze, Brass

French Country Normandy Pine Armoire, circa 1800
French Country Normandy Pine Armoire, circa 1800

French Country Normandy Pine Armoire, circa 1800

Located in Doylestown, PA

A petite Louis XV pine wedding armoire from Normandy France, circa 1800, with an arched cornice over two doors, nicely carved with bouquets of flowers etc., over two drawers, all on ...

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Antique Early 19th Century French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Pine

French 19th Century Louis XV Style Oak Armoire From Normandy, France
French 19th Century Louis XV Style Oak Armoire From Normandy, France

French 19th Century Louis XV Style Oak Armoire From Normandy, France

Located in Miami, FL

Steeped in history, this captivating French 19th Century Louis XV Style Wedding Armoire from Normandy is crafted from warm French white oak, embodies the charm of the Louis XV style.

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Pine Normandy Wedding Armoire
Pine Normandy Wedding Armoire

Pine Normandy Wedding Armoire

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H 7 in W 54 in D 20 in

Pine Normandy Wedding Armoire

Located in Hudson, NY

Pine Normandy Wedding Armoire, that has never been painted, with lots of hand carved details

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Antique 19th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires

19th Centu;ry French Normandy Wedding Armoire
19th Centu;ry French Normandy Wedding Armoire

19th Centu;ry French Normandy Wedding Armoire

Located in San Francisco, CA

19th Century French Oak Normandy Wedding Armoire

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Antique 19th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Early 19th C. French Normandy Pine Wedding Armoire
Early 19th C. French Normandy Pine Wedding Armoire

Early 19th C. French Normandy Pine Wedding Armoire

Located in San Francisco, CA

Early 19th C. French Normandy Pine Wedding Armoire With The Lovebirds. Exquisitely Carved.

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Antique 19th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires

18th Century Fine Carved Wedding Armoire from Normandy
18th Century Fine Carved Wedding Armoire from Normandy

18th Century Fine Carved Wedding Armoire from Normandy

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H 93.31 in W 61.03 in D 22.45 in

18th Century Fine Carved Wedding Armoire from Normandy

Located in Wommelgem, BE

A lovely carved oak armoire from the Normandie area, late 18th century Carved borders and crown with birds, floral and fruitbaskets decorations. With a old paint patina very aged ins...

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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XIV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Late 18th C. French Oak Normandy Armoire With Wedding Bouquet
Late 18th C. French Oak Normandy Armoire With Wedding Bouquet

Late 18th C. French Oak Normandy Armoire With Wedding Bouquet

Located in San Francisco, CA

Late 18th C. French Oak Normandy Armoire With Wedding Bouquet. Fine Carving.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Wardrobes and Armoires

Painted French Wedding Armoire
Painted French Wedding Armoire

Painted French Wedding Armoire

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H 87 in W 57 in D 18 in

Painted French Wedding Armoire

Located in Hudson, NY

A beautifully painted and natural destressed painted French country Wedding Armoire, from Normandy. The interior was painted and sectioned off much later.

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Antique 19th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires

Magnificent 19th Century French Wedding Armoire
Magnificent 19th Century French Wedding Armoire

Magnificent 19th Century French Wedding Armoire

Located in Fairhope, AL

An early 19th century oak wedding armoire from Normandy, France featuring delicate carvings such as an exceptional pair of lovebirds on the top crest.

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Antique 19th Century Wardrobes and Armoires

Magnificent 19th Century French Wedding Armoire
Magnificent 19th Century French Wedding Armoire

Magnificent 19th Century French Wedding Armoire

Located in Fairhope, AL

An early 19th century oak wedding armoire from Normandy, France featuring delicate carvings such as an exceptional pair of lovebirds on the top crest.

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Antique Early 19th Century Wardrobes and Armoires

Fécamp Wedding Cabinet, Normandy, Transition Period, Patinated Oak, 18th
Fécamp Wedding Cabinet, Normandy, Transition Period, Patinated Oak, 18th

Fécamp Wedding Cabinet, Normandy, Transition Period, Patinated Oak, 18th

Located in Aubervilliers, IDF

Magnificent Norman wedding wardrobe from Fécamp (Upper Normandy), late 18th century Transition Louis XV, Louis XVI with rich carvings and moldings. It was the groom's father who orde...

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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Antique Normandy Wedding Wardrobe "Mariage" from the 1700s in Walnut Wood
Antique Normandy Wedding Wardrobe "Mariage" from the 1700s in Walnut Wood

Antique Normandy Wedding Wardrobe "Mariage" from the 1700s in Walnut Wood

Located in Barletta, IT

Magnificent antique French Normandy wedding wardrobe, "Normandia da Mariage," from the second half of the 1700s, made of walnut wood. It features rich carving motifs throughout its s...

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Antique Early 18th Century French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

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Normandy Wedding Armoire For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the normandy wedding armoire you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A normandy wedding armoire — often made from wood, oak and pine — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect normandy wedding armoire — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 19th Century are available. A normandy wedding armoire, designed in the Louis XV style, is generally a popular piece of furniture.

How Much is a Normandy Wedding Armoire?

The average selling price for a normandy wedding armoire at 1stDibs is $8,300, while they’re typically $4,800 on the low end and $16,900 for the highest priced.

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.

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