$5,750
H 93.25 in W 62 in D 17.5 in
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
Wire
$7,834
H 76.78 in W 59.06 in D 27.96 in
Stunning Rare Antique 1829-1851 Dated Hand Painted German Marriage Wardrobe
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original 1829-1851 dated Antique German Marriage
Oak
$5,427
H 65.95 in W 48.43 in D 20.28 in
Antique 1818 Dated Aqua Blue Hand Painted German Marriage Wardrobe Rare Colour
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are is delighted to offer for sale this stunning original 1818 dated Antique German Marriage
Oak
$17,441Sale Price|20% Off
H 74 in W 77 in D 23 in
American 19th Century Painted Folk Art Marriage Chest and Hanging Cupboard
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
American 19th century painted Folk Art marriage chest and hanging cupboard A very rare and
Pine
French Mid-18th Century Transitional Painted Marriage Armoire
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A French Louis XV to Louis XVI Transitional dove-grey and ivory-painted oak marriage armoire, circa
Oak
Austrian Marriage Armoire
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Stunning 18th century Austrian painted marriage armoire. 1780 Dimensions 59 inches (150 cms
Pine
Austrian Marriage Armoire
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Stunning 18th century Austrian painted marriage armoire, 1780 Dimensions: 53 inches (135 cms
Pine
Austrian Marriage Armoire
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Good 18th century painted marriage armoire. Later decoration, 1780. Dimensions 63.5 inches (161
Pine
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H 87.25 in W 63.75 in D 24.5 in
French Mid-18th Century Transition Painted Armoire with Floral Carved Cornice
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Transition period painted marriage armoire with floral carved cornice and doors from the
Wood
Austrian Painted Marriage Amoire
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 19th C Austrian marriage armoire with a hanging rail and later paint decoration. 1830
Pine
Early 19th Century Painted Marriage Cupboard
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
A Fine Painted Folk Art Marriage Cupboard. Original blue painted base with Floral motifs to the
Pine
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H 81.89 in W 56.7 in D 27.96 in
Antique 1850 Hand Painted German Marriage Wardrobe with Religious Icon Panels
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are is delighted to offer for sale this stunning original 1850 Antique German Marriage wardrobe
Oak
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H 72.25 in W 54.73 in D 22.05 in
Antique 1813 Dated Holy Heart Hand Painted German Marriage Wardrobe Rare Colour
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original 1813 dated Antique German Marriage
Oak
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H 73.04 in W 59.26 in D 25.2 in
Stunning Rare Antique 1800 Tree of Life Hand Painted German Marriage Wardrobe
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original 1800 Antique German Marriage wardrobe
Oak
French Mid-18th Century Transitional Painted Marriage Armoire
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A French Louis XV to Louis XVI transitional dove-grey and ivory-painted oak marriage armoire, circa
Oak
18th Century Austrian Marriage Armoire
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
18th century Austrian original painted marriage armoire. Breaks down into four sections for
Pine
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H 83 in W 73 in D 19 in
Marriage or Dower Armoire from Alsace-Lorraine in Original Paint, dated 1823
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A charming dowry or wedding armoire from the Alsace-Lorraine region of France in the original paint
Pine
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H 85 in W 63 in D 19 in
19th Century French Marriage/Dowry Armoire from Alsace w Painted Flowers & Doves
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A lovely dowry armoire from the Alsace region of France with folk-painted artwork. Features vases
Pine
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H 79 in W 65 in D 24.5 in
Dower or Marriage Armoire in Original Blue Paint with White Daisies, Dated 1831
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A charming dower armoire in blue paint with floral motif in alignments within painted panels on
Pine
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H 89.75 in W 55.5 in D 24.82 in
18th C. Swedish Rococo Period Painted Marriage Cabinet with Provenance
Located in Wichita, KS
An 18th century two-part Swedish linen press or armoire from the Rococo period. Provenance on the
Wood, Paint
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H 71.46 in W 50.01 in D 20.28 in
Emerald Green Antique 1825 Hand Painted German Marriage Wardrobe Linen Cupboard
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original 1825-1850 Emerald Green painted Antique
Oak
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H 73.23 in W 50.99 in D 20.28 in
Antique 1827 Dated Love Heart Hand Painted German Marriage Wardrobe Rare Colour
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original 1827 dated Antique German Marriage
Oak
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H 71.5 in W 48.5 in D 20 in
Antique Folk Painted German Bohemian Wedding Marriage Dowry Cabinet Armoire 1820
Located in Portland, OR
A very good antique example of a German Folk Art painted marriage/dowry cabinet, armoire, circa
Pine
Eastern European Folk Art Marriage Cupboard
Located in Faversham, GB
A splendid painted pine armoire or marriage cupboard in the folk art tradition. Marriage cupboards
Pine
Hand Painted Marriage Armoire
Located in Nashville, TN
Fabulous hand-painted marriage armoire from Normandy. Shelves inside are adjustable.
Baroque Painted Marriage Armoire
Located in San Francisco, CA
Swiss marriage armoire, circa 1840.
Wood, Paint
Austrian Painted Armoire
Located in New Orleans, LA
18TH CENTURY AUSTRIAN HAND-PAINTED MARRIAGE ARMOIRE. CIRCA 1779. H 70½" W 42½" W (BONNET
Wood, Paint
Swiss Marriage Cabinet
Located in San Francisco, CA
A 19th Century Swiss marriage cabinet, dated 1838
Wood, Paint
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H 93 in W 59 in D 22 in
Louis XV/Louis XVI Marriage Armoire, Original Painted Panels, France, circa 1780
Located in Houston, TX
A rare Louis XV/Louis XVI transitional period oak marriage armoire having elaborate carved detail
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Cabinet
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
19th Century Swedish Gustavian cabinet. Manufactured around 1800 with two doors featuring decorative reeded design opening to useful storage. Repainted exterior with original dry scr...
Wood
Sasco Semi-Flush Mount Brass Light Fixture, Custom Finishes
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
The Sasco is a versatile custom-made solid brass and glass globe light fixture, which can be mounted on the ceiling or wall. Shown here in our factory brass, an uneven unfinished br...
Brass
$1,529 / set
H 9.85 in W 5.91 in D 3.94 in
pair of wall lamps sconces barovier&toso 1950s - barovier & toso
By Barovier&Toso
Located in taranto, IT
pair of murano glass wall sconces in white color machined, 1950s Barovier&Toso production, with brass construction elements, brass wall bracket. Made with the "dew" technique, that ...
Brass
18th c. Painted Danish Cabinet
Located in Greenwich, CT
An impressive cabinet in original dry-scraped cream/grey paint, consisting of a wonderful overhanging baroque arched cornice on a two door cupboard with single adjustable shelf above...
Wood
19th Century Original Painted Wardrobe
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Good English 19th century original painted wardrobe / linen cupboard. This can be fitted with a hanging rail or shelving to take food or linen. 1880. Code: 8587 Dimensions: W: 55.5...
Pine
$4,148 / item
H 37.8 in Dm 25.2 in
Joe 640 Tailored Minimal 20th Century Inspired Pendant Light by Wende Reid
By Wende Reid
Located in Chatswood, NSW
This Classic, tailored pendant light, inspired by the stitching on my father's Mark Cross cuff link box, is reminiscent of mid-century style and the early simplicity of Art Deco. Als...
Brass
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
Panoplie Petite Iron Tripod Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Petite iron tripod lamp with slender legs and tapered feet. New wiring and new oyster linen shade. Multiple available, sold individually. Takes one E12 base bulb, up to 25 W or highe...
Iron
French 18th Century Louis XV Painted & Gilt Queen Bed
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A quality Louis XV Period carved and gold gilt queen bed frame. The four piece frame has classic carvings of Rococo influenced Louis XV style with flamboyant carvings and gold gilt c...
Gold
Bergère Armchair, early 19th century
Located in Greding, DE
Bergère on lion paws with carved leaf decorations on the armrests and high elegantly curved backrest. The armchair was completely polished by hand and newly upholstered with a creamy...
Wood
$229,454Sale Price|33% Off
H 51.19 in W 55.12 in D 201.58 in
Rare Victorian Firescreen with Taxidermy Hummingbirds by Henry Ward
By Henry Ward
Located in Amsterdam, NL
England, third quarter of the 19th century On two scrolling foliate feet with casters, above which a rectangular two-side glazed frame, with on top a two-sided shield with initial...
Other
$5,379 / 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 Four ceiling suspended mirror with a high quality pure brass full frame with a bronze patina finish inspired by the celebrated work of Italian designer Gio ...
Brass, Bronze
Chippendale Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet Mahogany 1900
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Impressive mahogany Chippendale style 4 door breakfront bookcase. Circa 1900 This quality 4 door bookcase stands upon a squat cabriole legs with boldly carved ball and claw feet. The...
Mahogany
English Breakfront Library Bookcase
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Good English painted breakfront library bookcase. All adjustable shelving. 1840. Dimensions 122 inches (310 cms) Wide 18.5 inches (47 cms) Deep 96 inches (244 cms) High.
Oak
Large Antique Gothic Arched Oak Door
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large antique unusual Gothic arched oak exterior door, reclaimed from St Edith's church, Eaton Under Heywood. At over 170 years old, this exceptional door has kept its good qualit...
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
English Bleached Housekeepers Cupboard
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 19th C English bleached pine housekeepers cupboard with sliding doors. 1840. Internal top depth is 12.5". Reference: 7823 Dimensions 79 inches (201 cms) Wide 22 inch...
Pine
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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