19th Century English Figured Walnut Linen Press ~ Wardrobe
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful example of early 19th century English cabinetmaking, this antique linen press combines refined simplicity, remarkable storage and the warmth that only an original finish ...
Brass
Early 19th Century Pine Linen Cabinet / Armoire
Located in Pomona, CA
A French Pine Armoire / Linen Cabinet. Fielded (raised) panel) doors. A decorated cornice and 4 drawers below. The piece is sitting on bracket feet. Original iron hinges, hardware ...
Pine
Antique English Georgian Oak Wardrobe Cupboard
Located in Denver, CO
Antique English Georgian oak cupboard, 18th/ 19th c., molded cornice, two paneled doors, lower exterior drawer, on bracket feet, loss to trim at right side of drawer. Dimensions: Ap...
Brass
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H 79.53 in W 52.76 in L 79.53 in
Antique Wardrobe English Oak Linen Cabinet, Press Cupboard, Georgian, circa 1800
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique wardrobe. An English, oak linen cabinet or press cupboard, dating to the Georgian period and later, circa 1800. Grand proportion and coloration Displays a desi...
Oak
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H 22.45 in W 49.02 in
Georgian Flame Mahogany Wardrobe Linen Press with Gothic Lancet Arched Doors
Located in Norwich, England
An attractive Georgian mahogany linen press/wardrobe with lancet arched doors. Circa 1820-30. Overall in excellent condition, showing a wonderful colour. Probably refinished at some...
Mahogany
English Georgian Flame Mahogany Linen Press or Armoire, circa 1800
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful antique Georgian linen press or wardrobe. The wardrobe features gorgeous flame mahogany wood grain and nice carved wood details. It offers ample room for storage, with ei...
Mahogany
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H 78.75 in W 48.04 in D 21.66 in
Antique Georgian Mahogany Linen Press Wardrobe Early 19th Century
Located in Wisbech, England
Georgian circa 1800 mahogany linen press wardrobe. Attractive brass inlay. Solid and strong, with no loose joints and no woodworm. Full of age, character and charm. Great matched fl...
Wood
Gillows London Gentleman's Cabinet / Clothes Press
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Dallas, TX
A stunning quality Georgian Revival breakfront mahogany gentleman’s wardrobe/press. The cornice has a broken pediment with a carved laurel wreath in center and two inlaid garland mot...
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Louis Vuitton Travel Wardrobe Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Louis Vuitton wardrobe trunk in monogram canvas; provenance the late Alexandra D. Gardiner Creel, owner of Gardiner's Island. Leather and brass bound, reinforced with wooden laths, t...
Brass
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H 87 in W 53 in D 25 in
Antique Georgian George III Mahogany Linen Press Wardrobe Dresser Cabinet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Georgian George III Mahogany Linen Press Wardrobe cabinet.
Brass
Fine Georgian Mahogany Linen Press, Wardrobe
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn3512, fine Georgian linen press in mahogany, having moulded cornice with rosewood crossbanding and satinwood string inlay above flamed mahogany frieze and a pair of panelled cupboa...
Mahogany
Large 19th century breakfront wardrobe four door armoire
Located in Chelmsford, GB
This is a large 19th Century (c.1830) antique mahogany breakfront wardrobe that is in great condition with a good grain and wonderful antique patina. It is constructed of solid mahog...
Mahogany
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H 87.8 in W 48.43 in D 23.63 in
Antique GeorgianLinen Press, England, 1810-1820, Mahogany, England, Georgian
Located in South Cotswolds, GB
Beautiful impressive Georgian linen press, cupboard mahogany (painted) with inside 4 pull out shelves with copper lining outside on the door. Origin: England 1810-1820 It is an imp...
Mahogany
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H 80 in W 69 in D 17.5 in
Ant. Georgian Inlaid Oak Welsh Dresser, Country Kitchen, Scotland 1810, H679
Located in Vancouver, BC
Ant. Georgian Inlaid oak Welsh dresser, Country Kitchen dresser, Scotland 1810, H679 Scotland 1810 Solid Oak and Veneers Original finish Wide crown cornice with A wavy frieze below ...
Oak
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H 88.19 in W 92.52 in D 21.66 in
Early 19th Century Georgian Breakfront Wardrobe with Flame Mahogany
Located in Uppingham, Rutland
Fine Georgian period breakfront flame mahogany wardrobe, circa 1830. Five original linen slides above a 2 over 3 cockbeaded drawer chest with original turned drawer pulls. Hanging ...
Mahogany
Georgian Mahogany Tray Wardrobe
Located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, GB
An early 19th century Georgian mahogany tray wardrobe with a drawer base.
19th Century Country French Provincial Fruitwood Farmhouse Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Charming late 19th century country French provincial farmhouse work table crafted from fruitwood. The table features a 1 inch thick plank top and a small storage drawer in the frieze...
Fruitwood
$5,100
H 71.75 in W 67 in D 21.75 in
Early 19th Century Original Painted Break-Down Armoire with Flowers, Austria
Located in Round Top, TX
This original painted armoire or "Shrunk" was built in the traditional manner to "break down" into 2 sections, making it easier to transport and install, with one lower drawer all re...
Pine, Paint
1808 Blue Floral Painted Two Doors Cabinet
Located in Vo', Veneto
Painted Wardrobe dated 1808 Measurements: H. 173 cm – W. 128 (140 to the frames) cm – D. 50 (55 to the frames) cm Period: 1808 Origin: Tyrol Wood: Fir Description Beautiful painte...
Fir
Modern English Sofa in 100% Hemp Ecorcé with Down Cushion
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Modern English Arm Sofa Introducing the English Arm Sofa, crafted with heavy weight hemp boasting a soft hand feel for added luxury. This sofa features a down feather wrapped seat c...
Hemp, Oak, Down
$6,900
H 66.53 in W 38.58 in D 15.75 in
18th Century Cupboard or Cabinet, Walnut, Castillian Influence, Spain Restored
Located in Miami, FL
Grand 18th century Spanish armario or wardrobe armoire constructed from oak. Features a coffered case fronted by two large doors. This massive cabinet made in Spain features beautifu...
Oak
$7,800
H 95.5 in W 51.25 in D 20 in
Antique French 19th Century Limed Wardrobe or Armoire with Chicken Wire Doors
Located in Highwood, IL
Antique French 19th Century Limed Wardrobe or Armoire with European Imported Chicken Wire Inserts for the doors. We have owned this Antique French Wardrobe or French Armoire for seve...
Brass, Wire
On Hold|$5,551
H 98.43 in W 61.03 in D 23.63 in
Early 19th Century French Provincial Bleached Oak Wardrobe
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
Early 19th-century French provincial wardrobe or armoire. Crafted from solid oak with a beautiful bleached finish. A fine example of traditional French provincial craftsmanship. Cab...
Oak
19th Century Venetian Armoire
Located in New Orleans, LA
Beautiful Italian armoire made up of exceptional carved and painted panels.
Art Deco Burlwood Wardrobe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Deco burlwood armoire cabinet. The doors retain their original door latches, handles and working lock and key. Made in UK circa 1930s.
Burl
Mid-century bamboo and rattan wardrobe, Italy ca. 1960
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Italy / 1960 / Wardrobe / rattan, bamboo / Mid-Century Stylish Italian bohemian bamboo wardrobe with two doors designed in the sixties. The cabinet consist of a bamboo and wooden fr...
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
$6,397
H 80.71 in W 52.17 in D 24.61 in
Antique Georgian Mahogany Satinwood Inlaid Linen Press Housekeepers Wardrobe
Located in Suffolk, GB
An antique Georgian mahogany satinwood inlaid linen press housekeepers wardrobe of outstanding quality and elegant proportions. This fine English linen press features beautifully fig...
Mahogany, Satinwood
19th Century English Pine Four-Door Cabinet
Located in Buchanan, MI
19th century English pine four-door cabinet.
Pine
Extraordinary Antique French Painted Biblioteque
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A large and handsome Biblioteque in superb timeworn paint in a Peach tone with with Salmon tone back board. The three brass mesh doors having an embellished scalloped cornice and cu...
Wire
19th Century English Pine Chest
Located in Nashville, TN
This 19th Century English pine chest has a beautiful warm tone patina with dark stained knobs. All of the drawers slide perfectly, making it easy for you to get items in and out of i...
Hardwood
$8,200
H 98 in W 67 in D 28 in
Early 18th Century Bleached French Walnut Armoire from the Île-de-France Region
Located in Dallas, TX
Typical of Ile-de-France furniture from the early 1700’s, this walnut armoire has unadorned panels, allowing the beautiful, curved moldings to take prominence. The walnut wood has be...
Iron
$4,900
H 71 in W 54 in D 21 in
Antique 18th Century Welsh Oak Press Livery Housekeepers Cupboard Cabinet 1750
Located in Portland, OR
A good Mid 18th century antique Georgian Welsh oak country press, housekeeper's cupboard, circa 1750. This very handsome country oak press has a sptrepped cornice, with a pair of arc...
Brass
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.