Original Antique Wardrobe
Mid-19th Century European Louis Philippe Original Antique Wardrobe
Wood
Early 20th Century French Country Original Antique Wardrobe
Fruitwood
Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Original Antique Wardrobe
Steel, Chrome
Early 20th Century Czech Industrial Original Antique Wardrobe
Wood
1870s Italian Rustic Original Antique Wardrobe
Poplar
1730s German George II Original Antique Wardrobe
Oak
Early 1900s Hungarian Jugendstil Original Antique Wardrobe
Beech
19th Century English Victorian Original Antique Wardrobe
Hardwood
Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Original Antique Wardrobe
Steel, Chrome
Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Original Antique Wardrobe
Bamboo, Reed, Wood
Early 20th Century English Jacobean Original Antique Wardrobe
Brass
Late 17th Century French Baroque Original Antique Wardrobe
Iron
Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Original Antique Wardrobe
Pine
1770s Austrian Baroque Original Antique Wardrobe
Fir
Late 18th Century Austrian Baroque Original Antique Wardrobe
Brass
19th Century English Original Antique Wardrobe
Wood
Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Original Antique Wardrobe
Tin
1780s Austrian Louis XV Original Antique Wardrobe
Fir
18th Century Spanish Baroque Original Antique Wardrobe
Pine
1890s Polish Arts and Crafts Original Antique Wardrobe
Oak
1890s Polish Arts and Crafts Original Antique Wardrobe
Oak
Mid-18th Century Italian Folk Art Original Antique Wardrobe
Fir
Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Original Antique Wardrobe
Iron
19th Century English Original Antique Wardrobe
Iron
19th Century English Original Antique Wardrobe
Mahogany
Late 19th Century English Original Antique Wardrobe
Walnut
19th Century English Original Antique Wardrobe
Walnut
1920s English Mid-Century Modern Original Antique Wardrobe
Wood, Oak
19th Century Victorian Original Antique Wardrobe
Mahogany
Late 18th Century British Neoclassical Original Antique Wardrobe
Brass
1920s English Art Deco Original Antique Wardrobe
Walnut
Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Original Antique Wardrobe
Wood
19th Century English Victorian Original Antique Wardrobe
Other
Late 18th Century German Baroque Original Antique Wardrobe
Oak, Walnut
1820s German Colonial Revival Original Antique Wardrobe
Wood
1850s Spanish Rustic Original Antique Wardrobe
Wood
1750s Italian Baroque Original Antique Wardrobe
Fir
1890s Dutch International Style Original Antique Wardrobe
Brass
18th Century Belgian Louis XV Original Antique Wardrobe
Cherry
1910s European Art Nouveau Original Antique Wardrobe
Glass, Pine
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Original Antique Wardrobe
Other
Early 17th Century French Rustic Original Antique Wardrobe
Oak
18th Century French Louis XV Original Antique Wardrobe
Wood
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Original Antique Wardrobe
Walnut
19th Century English Victorian Original Antique Wardrobe
Walnut
Early 1800s Austrian Neoclassical Original Antique Wardrobe
Fir
1810s English Regency Original Antique Wardrobe
Mahogany
1870s French Regency Original Antique Wardrobe
Iron, Enamel
1920s English Original Antique Wardrobe
Oak, Mahogany
1920s German Art Deco Original Antique Wardrobe
Satinwood
Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Original Antique Wardrobe
Brass
19th Century French Country Original Antique Wardrobe
Mirror, Pine, Beech
1880s English Original Antique Wardrobe
Satinwood
19th Century English Victorian Original Antique Wardrobe
Other
1890s Polish Arts and Crafts Original Antique Wardrobe
Oak
1830s English William IV Original Antique Wardrobe
Other
Mid-19th Century English Sheraton Original Antique Wardrobe
Brass
Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Original Antique Wardrobe
Wood
1890s French Louis XVI Original Antique Wardrobe
Mirror, Walnut
Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Original Antique Wardrobe
Brass
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 21, 2020
The design has changed over the years, but most antique carver chairs were made of wood. Antique carver chairs were wide chairs made in 17th century New England — with backs that featured several supporting spindles — although there were no spindles between the armrests and the seat. Antique carver chairs were typically topped with decorative ornaments.
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