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Two-door wardrobe armoires in carved walnut wood, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Ancient and large wardrobe, two-door wardrobe in precious hand-carved solid walnut wood, panels
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Antique 17th Century Italian Wardrobes and Armoires

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Walnut

Antique French 18th Century Provincial Carved Cherry Wood Armoire Wardrobe 1780
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique late 18th century carved French Provincial cherry wood armoire, circa 1780. The
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Antique 1780s French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Cherry

Armoires wardrobe in larch wood with two doors with carved rhombuses, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique Wardrobe, solid larch wood furniture, carved with two doors with rhombuses and lion feet
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Antique 17th Century Italian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Pine

Postmodern Carved Jewelry Chest/Lingerie Armoire
Located in Delray Beach, FL
This Postmodern Carved Jewelry Chest/Lingerie Armoire blends artistry and function, featuring
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1990s Unknown Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Exceptional 19th Century Heavily Carved French Bridal Armoire
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Grand 19th century French armoire, the crown heavily carved with intricate and dimensional flowers
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Antique 19th Century French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

18th century carved French yew and chestnut armoire
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
18th century carved french yew wood and chestnut armoire circa 1780. This sort of armoire is also
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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Chestnut, Yew

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Armoire with Carved Skirt and Large Medallion
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period armoire from the 19th century with natural wood finish, carved skirt
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

18th Century Armoire in Olive Wood and Ash
Located in Houston, TX
18th century armoire in olive wood and ash. Circa 1740 armoire in joined construction. Gorgeous
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Antique Early 18th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

ANTIQUE JACOBEAN REVIVAL HAND CARVED ARMOIRE WARDROBE WiTH GREY FRENCH PAINT
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
circa 1840-1860 Jacobean Revival hand painted French Armoire Wardrobe Please note the delivery fee
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Antique 1840s French Jacobean Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Antique Dutch Colonial Armoire with Low-Relief Carved Painted Birds and Foliage
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Dutch Colonial armoire from the early 20th century, with low-relief carved birds and
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Dutch Colonial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Early 18th Century Walnut and Olive Wood Armoire from Eastern France
Located in Dallas, TX
This unique armoire from the early 1700’s was made from walnut and olive wood and features a plinth
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Antique Early 18th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Metal, Iron

Indian 19th Century Gujarat Armoire with Iron Braces and Carved Half Columns
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indian Gujarat rustic hand-carved wooden armoire from the 19th century, with iron braces and
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Antique 19th Century Indian Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

Large French antique carved bridal Armoire in Louis XVI style, 1850
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1850 / bridal armoire / wood / Louis XVI A Beautiful hand carved French Armoire in wood
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Antique 1850s French Louis XVI Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Antique, Painted Tuscan Armoire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A grand-scale, paneled, two door, single drawer, clipped corner, hand-carved and painted armoire
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Antique 1780s Italian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

Antique, Painted Tuscan Armoire
Antique, Painted Tuscan Armoire
H 96 in W 65 in D 25 in
French Provincial Double Door Armoire
Located in New Orleans, LA
This majestic French walnut armoire is a stunning example of the Provincial style. Standing nearly
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Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood, Walnut

French Provincial Double Door Armoire
French Provincial Double Door Armoire
H 107.5 in W 73 in D 30 in
18th C. Italian Birch & Maple Wood Armoire Cabinet in the Baroque Style
Located in Wichita, KS
A late 18th century Italian armoire cabinet in the Baroque style with handsome, elongated bun feet
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Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Birch, Maple, Paint

Magnificent 18th Century Brazil Colonial Armoire Cabinet
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
This exquisite 18th-century Brazilian armoire, circa 1780-1790, originating from a historic sugar
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Antique 1780s Brazilian Other Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Contemporary Cloud Armoire in Cream Lacquer by Robert Kuo
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cloud Design Armoire Cream Lacquer Hand Carved Elm Wood Contemporary Lacquer is a laborious and
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2010s Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood, Elm, Lacquer

18th Century French Cupboard Armoire with Pegged Construction
Located in Houston, TX
18th Century French Cupboard Armoire with Pegged Construction in oak, hand carved with rustic
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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XIV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood, Oak

19th Century Antique Indian Teak Painted Armoire
Located in Brooklyn, NY
late 19th century, this behemoth case piece has been intricately carved of solid teak wood, with doors
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Antique 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Teak

18th Century Period Baroque Kas Wardrobe Cabinet with Rich Carved Wood Details
Located in Atlanta, GA
cornice, with three lions head's carved into each far side and center of the lower molding, above a pair
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Antique 18th Century Swedish Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Metal

Louis Philippe French Cherry Armoire or Wardrobe, 1850s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The brilliance of armoires is their mixed-use and viability in almost every room of one’s home, use
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21st Century and Contemporary French Louis Philippe Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Metal, Brass

19th Century Louis XV Style French Polychromed Armoire
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
flowers and leaves evolving into acanthus carved cabriole legs. Overall coloring of the armoire is a deep
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Antique 19th Century English Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Mirror, Wood

18th c. Swedish Baroque Period Black Painted Armoire Cabinet
Located in Wichita, KS
An important and richly carved Swedish armoire cabinet from the Baroque period with handsome bun
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Antique 18th Century Swedish Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood, Paint

Mid 20th Century American Brutalist Oak/Glass/Bronze Knob Armoire
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid 20th Century American Brutalist Oak / Glass and Bronze Knob Armoire This piece consists of a
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Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Wardrobes and Armoires

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Glass, Wood, Oak

Qing Dynasty Hand Painted & Lacquered Gilt Armoire Cabinet, China
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Qing dynasty red and black lacquer armoire with relief carving & gilt paintwork. The from of the
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Antique Early 1800s Chinese Chinese Chippendale Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Louise Semainier Wardrobes and armoires in Smooth Antique Bronze
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)
Located in New York, NY
, Teak, Wood, Metal Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping
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2010s Indian Other Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Console Wardrobes and armoires in Fine Hammered White Bronze
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)
Located in New York, NY
Materials - White Bronze, Metal sheet, Teak, Wood, Metal Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work
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2010s Indian Other Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

French 18th Century Louis XV Style Solid Oak Armoire
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This French 18th century armoire in the Louis XV style has a fantastic dark oak finish and gorgeous
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Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Metal

Louise Console Wardrobes and armoires in Fine Hammered Antique Bronze
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)
Located in New York, NY
"H Materials - Antique Bronze, Metal sheet, Teak, Wood, Metal Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved
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2010s Indian Other Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Console Wardrobes and armoires in Mid. Hammered Antique Bronze
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)
Located in New York, NY
-Carved, Metal Work, Wood Work, Metal Wrapping, Polished Please note that moisture in air, sudden change
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2010s Indian Other Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Wardrobe in poplar wood, two doors with six diamond-carved panels, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antiqe Wardrobe, furniture in solid poplar wood, composed of two doors with six richly diamond
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Antique 17th Century Italian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Poplar

Louise Semainier Wardrobes and armoires in Smooth Brass by Paul Mathieu
By Paul Mathieu (French), Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
- Antique White Bronze, Metal sheet, Teak, Wood, Metal Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work
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2010s Indian Other Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Semainier Wardrobes and armoires in Smooth Copper by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)
Located in New York, NY
Materials - Antique White Bronze, Metal sheet, Teak, Wood, Metal Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved
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2010s Indian Other Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Double-door wardrobe in carved and painted wood, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique wardrobe, double-door wardrobe, hand-built, in solid wood, carved and hand-painted, With
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Antique 18th Century Italian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Poplar

Antique French Bonnet Top Armoire in Chevron and Oyster Pattern Cherrywood c1800
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique French Armoire apart, are the Chevron Pattern doors coupled with the Oyster Cherry wood detailing
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Antique Early 1800s French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass, Other

Louise Console Wardrobes and armoires in Fine Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)
Located in New York, NY
Materials - Copper, Metal sheet, Teak, Wood, Metal Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood
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2010s Indian Other Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Console Wardrobes and armoires in Mid. Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)
Located in New York, NY
Materials - Antique White Bronze, Metal sheet, Teak, Wood, Metal Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved
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2010s Indian Other Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Console Wardrobes and armoires in Fine Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)
Located in New York, NY
Materials - Brass, Metal sheet, Teak, Wood, Metal. Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved, Metal Work, Wood
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2010s Indian Other Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Console Wardrobes and armoires in Mid. Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)
Located in New York, NY
Materials - Antique White Bronze, Metal sheet, Teak, Wood, Metal Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved
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2010s Indian Other Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Console Wardrobes and armoires in Mid. Hammered White Bronze by Paul M.
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)
Located in New York, NY
Materials - Antique White Bronze, Metal sheet, Teak, Wood, Metal Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved
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2010s Indian Other Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Antique Cabinet with Carved Birds in the Apron
Located in Yonkers, NY
, this armoire showcases a dark brown rubbed patina, brass hardware, and a beautifully carved apron. The
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Antique Cabinet with Carved Birds in the Apron
Antique Cabinet with Carved Birds in the Apron
H 68.75 in W 39.75 in D 21.25 in
Carved Walnut Compactum Wardrobe
Located in Cheshire, GB
Carved mahogany compactum wardrobe having carved removable finials, above two long mirror doors
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Early 20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Carved Walnut Compactum Wardrobe
Carved Walnut Compactum Wardrobe
H 95 in W 77.5 in D 25.5 in
21st Century Baroque Carved Suitcase Rack by Modenese Gastone Interiors
By Modenese Gastone
Located in PADOVA, Italy
. Due to the bespoke customization, this item features a total ivory finish and a solid wood structure
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2010s Italian Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf

Distinct Medium Cabinet in Mahogany Wood
Located in Paris, FR
drawers. With two hand-carved wood handles. Also available in Cabinet Large Distinct cabinet.
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21st Century and Contemporary English Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Mahogany

Distinct Medium Cabinet in Mahogany Wood
Distinct Medium Cabinet in Mahogany Wood
H 86.62 in W 29.53 in D 20.87 in
Distinct Large Cabinet in Mahogany Wood
Located in Paris, FR
two top drawers and with one down central drawer. With two hand-carved wood handles.  
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21st Century and Contemporary English Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Mahogany

Distinct Large Cabinet in Mahogany Wood
Distinct Large Cabinet in Mahogany Wood
H 92.52 in W 47.25 in D 20.87 in
21st Century White Suitcase Rack in Solid Wood by Modenese Gastone Interiors
By Modenese Gastone
Located in PADOVA, Italy
add an upper wood panel including three silver coat hangers. The bespoke customization produced this
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2010s Italian Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf

Antique Hand-Carved Wooden Display Cabinet - Ornate and Colorful
Located in Manzano, IT
Antique Hand-Carved Wooden Display Cabinet – Ornate and Colorful Elevate your interior with this
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Vintage 1970s Italian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

19th Century Hand Carved Painted Egyptian Turquoise Green Wardrobe
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 19th Century with this exquisite hand crafted, sculpted and painted wardrobe storage cabinet. The ultra rare wardrobe gives an ...
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Antique Late 19th Century Egyptian Egyptian Revival Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood, Paint

Old Solid Oak Wood Wardrobe with Lozenge Shaped Tiles, 18th Century Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique wardrobe in solid oak wood, hand-carved on the sides and in the doors (double door) with
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Antique 18th Century Italian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Carved Walnut & Rosewood Wardrobe with Lacquered Front from Ducrot, 1920s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
finely carved and lacquered cherubs. Packaging with bubble wrap and cardboard boxes is included. If the
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood, Rosewood, Walnut, Lacquer

French Large Louis XV Period Wardrobe Provencal Richly Carved 18th - France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Rare Provencal cabinet from the Louis XV period, richly carved with foliage and plant motifs
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Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

French Norman sideboard in molded and carved oak – late 17th early 18th France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Wonderful Norman buffet in molded and carved oak opening with four leaves separated by drawers. The
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Antique Late 17th Century French Louis XIV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Cabinet with Guanyin and Daoist Immortals
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing dynasty period cabinet from the 19th century, with carved panels depicting Guanyin
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Fine and Massive Antique Country French Buffet A Deux Corps
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A particularly fine Antique French Provincial Armoire with delicate traditional decorative motifs
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

French Bressan Wardrobe / Cabinet, 18th Century, France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Charming Bresse cabinet from the 18th century. It is made of various fruit woods. It opens in front
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Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Renaissance Style Wardrobe
Located in Marseille, FR
Exceptional richly carved Renaissance style wardrobe decorated with sketches with many characters
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20th Century French Renaissance Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Renaissance Style Wardrobe
Renaissance Style Wardrobe
H 75.99 in W 118.12 in D 23.63 in
21st Century Baroque-Inspired Shoe Rack by Modenese Gastone, White Finish
By Modenese Gastone
Located in PADOVA, Italy
Solid wood bespoke shoe rack in white lacquered finish with two doors and one drawer with Blumotion
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2010s Italian Neoclassical Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf

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Carved Wood Armoire For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic carved wood armoire available at 1stDibs. Each carved wood armoire for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and walnut. There are 156 variations of the antique or vintage carved wood armoire you’re looking for, while we also have 4 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer carved wood armoire, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right carved wood armoire, those designed in Louis XV, Louis XVI and Baroque styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made carved wood armoire over the years, but those crafted by Lane Furniture, Bloomingdale's and Eckehard Weimann are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Carved Wood Armoire?

Prices for a carved wood armoire start at $672 and top out at $348,500 with the average selling for $4,800.

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.

Questions About Carved Wood Armoire
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are many methods and types of wood carving, including chip, relief, Scandinavian flat-plane, lovespoon, whittling and florentine. Each type uses different tools and can create decorative carvings on both display pieces and furniture. Browse a wide range of carved wood pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Japanese wood carving is an art form in which artists produce intricate figurines and other objects by cutting and shaping blocks of zelkova, camphor or paulownia wood. In Japanese, the artwork is known as inami. Find a selection of Japanese wood carvings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Chinese wood carving is a decorative object carved by hand by Chinese artisans out of local wood, such as nanmu, zitan, bomu or yinxing. This form of sculpture is sometimes called mudiao. On 1stDibs, find a range of Chinese wood carvings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A Paete wood carving is a decorative wooden object produced by artisans in Paete, Philippines. In 2005, the village was officially dubbed the Woodcarving Capital of the Philippines due to the intricate sculptures and statues produced there. Shop a variety of wood art from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Jepara wood carving is the intricate wood carving art that comes from the city of Jepara in Indonesia. Artisans typically work with teak wood to create beautiful carved detail and scenes in a piece of furniture. Shop a collection of Jepara wood carvings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify wood carvings, get a magnifying glass and inspect your items. Some artisans marked their carvings with symbols or signed them. Researching any markings found on your carving may allow you to identify the maker who produced it and potentially learn more about the piece from there. If you're unable to find a maker's mark, the best approach is likely to use the services of a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of wood carvings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    The difference between carving and sculpture is that carving is a carved object, whereas sculpture is the art of shaping figures or designs — because sculpture can involve adding material (i.e., working with plaster, creating a mold to be cast in bronze), it is considered “additive” versus the “subtractive” act of carving.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In Bali, many different types of woods are used for carving. Some examples include albesia, crocodile wood, rain tree, hibiscus, jackfruit, teak, mahogany and sandalwood. On 1stDibs, you can shop a range of Balinese wood art, furniture and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique carved wood can be identified by how it is made. Antique carvings were done by hand, so nicks and cuts will indicate carvings completed with a plane or knife. In addition, hand-carved wood will not be uniform or have perfect symmetry. Always works with a certified appraiser to determine the exact date and value of an item. Find a variety of antique carved wood furniture and decor on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell if wood is hand-carved, first look for small marks in the wood that indicate hand tools were used to cut and shape the material. Hand-carved pieces may also have small irregularities, particularly along curved areas. However, it may be very difficult to tell the difference between machine-worked and hand-carved pieces in some cases. On 1stDibs, shop a range of wood furniture and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In Bali, Indonesia, Jackfruit is considered the best wood when it comes to carving. Jackfruit is a medium hardwood, resistant to termite attacks and is easy to polish. You’ll find a variety of Indonesian carvings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    What wood is used for African wood carvings varies. Iroko, mahogany and ebony are frequently chosen materials, but artisans may choose to work with whatever wood is available in their local areas. Shop a variety of African wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    What carved wood art is called depends on the type of piece. Three-dimensional pieces created by hand-carving wood are whittlings, while carvings into a flat piece of wood are reliefs. Shop a collection of wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Carved African wood figurines were typically spiritual in nature and were primarily in human form. The wood figurines were carved using ebony, teak, mahogany and iron wood. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic African wood figurines from some of the world’s top sellers.

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