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Queen Anne Wardrobe

Queen Anne–Style Walnut Triple Wardrobe
Queen Anne–Style Walnut Triple Wardrobe

Queen Anne–Style Walnut Triple Wardrobe

$6,021

H 83.5 in W 81.5 in D 24 in

Queen Anne–Style Walnut Triple Wardrobe

Located in Cheshire, GB

A well-proportioned Queen Anne–style triple wardrobe, crafted in richly figured walnut with

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Early 20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Queen Anne Style Burr Walnut Triple Wardrobe
Queen Anne Style Burr Walnut Triple Wardrobe

Queen Anne Style Burr Walnut Triple Wardrobe

$1,285

H 77.96 in W 61.42 in D 21.66 in

Queen Anne Style Burr Walnut Triple Wardrobe

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Queen Anne style burr walnut triple wardrobe Item code 1411 A handsome and substantial Queen Anne

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Early 20th Century English Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

VICTORIAN QUEEN ANNE ENGLiSH ART DECO BURR WALNUT TWO DOOR WARDROBE
VICTORIAN QUEEN ANNE ENGLiSH ART DECO BURR WALNUT TWO DOOR WARDROBE

VICTORIAN QUEEN ANNE ENGLiSH ART DECO BURR WALNUT TWO DOOR WARDROBE

Located in Pulborough, GB

Antiques of London A distinctive two-door wardrobe blending the graceful curves of Queen Anne

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20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

STUNNING 1920'S ENGLiSH WALNUT ART DECO DOUBLE WARDROBE QUEEN ANNE LEGS
STUNNING 1920'S ENGLiSH WALNUT ART DECO DOUBLE WARDROBE QUEEN ANNE LEGS

STUNNING 1920'S ENGLiSH WALNUT ART DECO DOUBLE WARDROBE QUEEN ANNE LEGS

Located in Pulborough, GB

and character. The wardrobe features clean Art Deco lines balanced by elegant Queen Anne cabriole

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20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Hardwood

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Queen Anne Period Antique Japanned Wardrobe Cabinet. English, circa 1700
Queen Anne Period Antique Japanned Wardrobe Cabinet. English, circa 1700

Queen Anne Period Antique Japanned Wardrobe Cabinet. English, circa 1700

Located in New York, NY

Rare Queen Anne japanned wardrobe cabinet with original chinoiserie decoration, having two long

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Antique Early 1700s English Queen Anne Wardrobes and Armoires

Antique Queen Anne Style Burr Walnut Wardrobe
Antique Queen Anne Style Burr Walnut Wardrobe

Antique Queen Anne Style Burr Walnut Wardrobe

Located in London, GB

A very practicable and large walnut wardrobe in the antique Queen Anne style. This was made in

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Vintage 1930s English Queen Anne Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

VICTORIAN QUEEN ANNE BURR WALNUT HEAVILY CARVED TRiPLE DOOR WARDROBE
VICTORIAN QUEEN ANNE BURR WALNUT HEAVILY CARVED TRiPLE DOOR WARDROBE

VICTORIAN QUEEN ANNE BURR WALNUT HEAVILY CARVED TRiPLE DOOR WARDROBE

Located in Pulborough, GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this Victorian Triple Wardrobe Burr Walnut Wardrobe. A

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20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

ANTIQUE DiSTRESSED BURR WALNUT TRIPLE WARDROBE WITH QUEEN ANNE LEGS
ANTIQUE DiSTRESSED BURR WALNUT TRIPLE WARDROBE WITH QUEEN ANNE LEGS

ANTIQUE DiSTRESSED BURR WALNUT TRIPLE WARDROBE WITH QUEEN ANNE LEGS

Located in Pulborough, GB

Triple Wardrobe. The lock on the wardrobe engraved V.R which is Victoria Regina. A very solid and well

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20th Century British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

ART DECO LARGE 1940s BURR WALNUT QUEEN ANNE FEET STYLE WARDROBE
ART DECO LARGE 1940s BURR WALNUT QUEEN ANNE FEET STYLE WARDROBE

ART DECO LARGE 1940s BURR WALNUT QUEEN ANNE FEET STYLE WARDROBE

Located in Pulborough, GB

Anne Feet Style. A 1940s Art Deco Burr Walnut Wardrobe with Queen Anne feet is a stunning piece of

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20th Century British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

LOVELY ART DECO WALNUT DOUBLE WARDROBE WiTH QUEEN ANNE LEGS J1
LOVELY ART DECO WALNUT DOUBLE WARDROBE WiTH QUEEN ANNE LEGS J1

LOVELY ART DECO WALNUT DOUBLE WARDROBE WiTH QUEEN ANNE LEGS J1

Located in Pulborough, GB

Legs Double Wardrobe. A lovely Art Deco style walnut double wardrobe with Queen Anne legs is an

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20th Century British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

ART DECO 1940 MONTROSE FLAMED MAHOGANY WARDROBE RAiSED QUEEN ANNE LEGS
ART DECO 1940 MONTROSE FLAMED MAHOGANY WARDROBE RAiSED QUEEN ANNE LEGS

ART DECO 1940 MONTROSE FLAMED MAHOGANY WARDROBE RAiSED QUEEN ANNE LEGS

Located in Pulborough, GB

hardwood wardrobe with raised Queen Anne legs. Matching larger wardrobe available. Is a stunning and

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20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Hardwood

Lovely Vintage Burr Walnut Two Door Wardrobe with Queen Anne Legs
Lovely Vintage Burr Walnut Two Door Wardrobe with Queen Anne Legs

Lovely Vintage Burr Walnut Two Door Wardrobe with Queen Anne Legs

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to sell this lovely vintage burr walnut wardrobe. This is a very solid and well

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20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

ANTIQUE QUEEN ANNE TRIPLE DOOR BURR WALNUT WARDROBE ARMOIRE WITH DRAWERS INSiDE
ANTIQUE QUEEN ANNE TRIPLE DOOR BURR WALNUT WARDROBE ARMOIRE WITH DRAWERS INSiDE

ANTIQUE QUEEN ANNE TRIPLE DOOR BURR WALNUT WARDROBE ARMOIRE WITH DRAWERS INSiDE

Located in Pulborough, GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this Queen Anne Triple Door Burr Walnut Wardrobe Armoire. An

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20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

LOVELY 1920'S ART DECO BURR WALNUT WARDROBE WiTH TWO DRAWERS QUEEN ANNE LEGS
LOVELY 1920'S ART DECO BURR WALNUT WARDROBE WiTH TWO DRAWERS QUEEN ANNE LEGS

LOVELY 1920'S ART DECO BURR WALNUT WARDROBE WiTH TWO DRAWERS QUEEN ANNE LEGS

Located in Pulborough, GB

graceful silhouette with two spacious drawers at the base, perfect for additional storage. Its Queen Anne

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20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Stunning Vintage Burr Walnut Double Wardrobe with Queen Anne Legs Part of Suite
Stunning Vintage Burr Walnut Double Wardrobe with Queen Anne Legs Part of Suite

Stunning Vintage Burr Walnut Double Wardrobe with Queen Anne Legs Part of Suite

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage burr walnut double door wardrobe. This

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20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

ViNTAGE ART DECO WARDROBE MADE BY MAPLE & CO TWO LARGE DRAWERS QUEEN ANNE LEGS
ViNTAGE ART DECO WARDROBE MADE BY MAPLE & CO TWO LARGE DRAWERS QUEEN ANNE LEGS

ViNTAGE ART DECO WARDROBE MADE BY MAPLE & CO TWO LARGE DRAWERS QUEEN ANNE LEGS

By Maple & Co.

Located in Pulborough, GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this Vintage 1940's Art Deco Wardrobe by Maple & Co is a

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20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Walnut Three-Door Wardrobe
Walnut Three-Door Wardrobe

Walnut Three-Door Wardrobe

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H 78.5 in W 76 in D 23 in

Walnut Three-Door Wardrobe

Located in Cheshire, GB

Walnut three door combination wardrobe, the shaped cornice above three long paneled burr walnut

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Early 20th Century English Queen Anne Wardrobes and Armoires

Antique Dutch Queen Anne Burled Walnut Cabinet
Antique Dutch Queen Anne Burled Walnut Cabinet

Antique Dutch Queen Anne Burled Walnut Cabinet

Located in New Orleans, LA

Double doors open to two shelves plus 5 small drawers. Lower case contains 4 drawers.

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Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Antique Burr Walnut Triple Wardrobe
Antique Burr Walnut Triple Wardrobe

Antique Burr Walnut Triple Wardrobe

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H 80 in W 61 in D 22 in

Antique Burr Walnut Triple Wardrobe

Located in London, GB

wardrobe is Queen Anne style, dating from the 1910s-1920s period & it sits on Queen Anne feet with shell

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Vintage 1910s British Queen Anne Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Antique Figured Walnut Three-Door Wardrobe
Antique Figured Walnut Three-Door Wardrobe

Antique Figured Walnut Three-Door Wardrobe

Located in London, GB

condition. It’s Queen Anne style & is good quality with fine dovetails in the drawers. This wardrobe has a

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Antique 1890s British Queen Anne Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Antique Burr Walnut & Sycamore Wardrobe
Antique Burr Walnut & Sycamore Wardrobe

Antique Burr Walnut & Sycamore Wardrobe

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H 78 in W 63 in D 23 in

Antique Burr Walnut & Sycamore Wardrobe

Located in London, GB

A stunning antique triple wardrobe in burr walnut and sycamore. This was made in England, it dates

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Early 20th Century English Queen Anne Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Sycamore, Walnut

Antique Burr Walnut Wardrobe Over Chest
Antique Burr Walnut Wardrobe Over Chest

Antique Burr Walnut Wardrobe Over Chest

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H 75 in W 37 in D 20 in

Antique Burr Walnut Wardrobe Over Chest

Located in London, GB

A beautiful antique walnut wardrobe over chest with a double domed top. This was made in England

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Mid-20th Century English Queen Anne Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Art Deco Style Wardrobe, 1950s
Vintage Art Deco Style Wardrobe, 1950s

Vintage Art Deco Style Wardrobe, 1950s

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H 74.41 in W 59.45 in D 20.48 in

Vintage Art Deco Style Wardrobe, 1950s

Located in South Shields, GB

side and shelves and two drawers to the other. The piece stands on Queen Anne style feet This

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Vintage 1950s British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood, Walnut

English Queen Anne Style Double Dome Top Wardrobe
English Queen Anne Style Double Dome Top Wardrobe

English Queen Anne Style Double Dome Top Wardrobe

Located in Hixson, TN

A very nice and clean English double dome top wardrobe in the Queen Anne Style. Made from english

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Early 20th Century English Cabinets

Pine Two Door Double Bonnet-Top Armoire
Pine Two Door Double Bonnet-Top Armoire

Pine Two Door Double Bonnet-Top Armoire

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H 83.5 in W 46 in D 22 in

Pine Two Door Double Bonnet-Top Armoire

Located in Baltimore, MD

A bold serpentine molding with deeply carved flutes wraps around the crown of this unusual armoire, following the line of the two arched doors, and a carved hardwood floral cartouch...

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Antique Late 19th Century Hungarian Queen Anne Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Pine

Queen Anne Wardrobe Walnut Closet
Queen Anne Wardrobe Walnut Closet

Queen Anne Wardrobe Walnut Closet

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H 69 in W 39 in D 19 in

Queen Anne Wardrobe Walnut Closet

Located in Potters Bar, GB

2 Door walnut Queen Anne style wardrobe. Circa 1920 This piece stands upon cabriole legs with a

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Vintage 1920s Queen Anne Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

English Queen Anne Burled Walnut Tallboy
English Queen Anne Burled Walnut Tallboy

English Queen Anne Burled Walnut Tallboy

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H 55 in W 29 in D 19.5 in

English Queen Anne Burled Walnut Tallboy

Located in Pasadena, TX

English Queen Anne burled walnut tallboy 1930s. English burled walnut veneer tallboy with

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Vintage 1930s Queen Anne Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Queen Anne Style Cherrywood Armoire Dresser by Lexington
Queen Anne Style Cherrywood Armoire Dresser by Lexington

Queen Anne Style Cherrywood Armoire Dresser by Lexington

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful Queen Anne style cherrywood armoire dresser by Lexington Furniture. The dresser

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Vintage 1980s American Queen Anne Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Antique Burr Walnut Wardrobe
Antique Burr Walnut Wardrobe

Antique Burr Walnut Wardrobe

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H 78 in W 49 in D 23 in

Antique Burr Walnut Wardrobe

Located in London, GB

Antique burr walnut two door wardrobe in the Queen Anne style & dating from the 1920s period. It’s

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Vintage 1920s British Queen Anne Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Pine Bonnet-Top Armoire with Two Doors and One Drawer
Pine Bonnet-Top Armoire with Two Doors and One Drawer

Pine Bonnet-Top Armoire with Two Doors and One Drawer

Located in Baltimore, MD

listed here. The bonnet-top crown has a wonderful “swooping” line on top with a Queen Anne style double

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Early 20th Century Hungarian Queen Anne Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Pine

Burr Walnut Bow Fronted Slender Wardrobe
Burr Walnut Bow Fronted Slender Wardrobe

Burr Walnut Bow Fronted Slender Wardrobe

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H 76.38 in W 30.32 in L 76.38 in

Burr Walnut Bow Fronted Slender Wardrobe

Located in Poling, West Sussex

A good burr walnut bow fronted wardrobe of slender proportions. Well made in the queen Anne style

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Early 20th Century English Queen Anne Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut, Burl

18th Century Spanish Colonial Coral Color with Gilt Armoire
18th Century Spanish Colonial Coral Color with Gilt Armoire

18th Century Spanish Colonial Coral Color with Gilt Armoire

Located in Nogales, AZ

XVIII century Queen Anne style coral color with gilt wooden armoire from Puebla MEXICO. Have many

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Mexican Queen Anne Wardrobes and Armoires

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Gold Leaf

English Burl Walnut Wardrobe Armoire Queen Anne Drawers
English Burl Walnut Wardrobe Armoire Queen Anne Drawers

English Burl Walnut Wardrobe Armoire Queen Anne Drawers

Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB

An impressive walnut wardrobe. Well carved and pierced cresting above a pair of burl walnut

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20th Century English Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

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Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL

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Art Deco Hexagonal Top wardrobe

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$2,503

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Located in Barnstaple, GB

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Gaetano Borsani for Atelier di Varedo Wardrobe or Higboard

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$16,000

H 70.87 in W 78.75 in D 15.75 in

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By Gaetano Borsani

Located in Waalwijk, NL

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Art Deco Walnut Compact Wardrobe, 1930s
Art Deco Walnut Compact Wardrobe, 1930s

Art Deco Walnut Compact Wardrobe, 1930s

$1,351

H 60.24 in W 36.23 in D 19.69 in

Art Deco Walnut Compact Wardrobe, 1930s

Located in South Shields, GB

A beautiful quality Art Deco 1930's burr walnut compact wardrobe. Inside is beautifully fitted out with a pull out clothes rail and shelves.

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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood, Walnut

Italian Architectural Wall Unit in Walnut
Italian Architectural Wall Unit in Walnut

Italian Architectural Wall Unit in Walnut

$18,400

H 106.3 in W 118.12 in D 25.4 in

Italian Architectural Wall Unit in Walnut

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Wall unit or wardrobe, walnut, Italy, 1970s This striking wall unit from the 1970s reflects a bold modernist approach with an architectural appearance. Crafted from rich walnut, the...

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Antique Victorian Quality Figured Mahogany Three Door Wardrobe
Antique Victorian Quality Figured Mahogany Three Door Wardrobe

Antique Victorian Quality Figured Mahogany Three Door Wardrobe

Located in Suffolk, GB

Antique Victorian quality figured mahogany three door wardrobe having a quality figured mahogany shaped cornice above three figured mahogany moulded panelled arch top doors with eigh...

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires

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Located in North Palm Beach, FL

Introducing our Antique French Country Armoire in the Norman style de Bayeux, a timeless piece of history dating back to the mid to late 1800s. Using traditional peg construction tec...

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Located in AMSTERDAM, NH

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French Empire 19th Century Walnut Armoire

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$10,500

H 91.75 in W 63.75 in D 27.25 in

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Located in Baton Rouge, LA

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French 18th Century Massive Louis XV Carved Armoire

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Located in Baton Rouge, LA

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Outstanding Quality Large Antique Victorian Burr Walnut 3 Door Wardrobe

Outstanding Quality Large Antique Victorian Burr Walnut 3 Door Wardrobe

Located in Suffolk, GB

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$9,736

H 88.59 in W 62.6 in D 25.99 in

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Located in Gloucestershire, GB

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Very Large Armoire - France, 18th Century

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$12,951

H 86.62 in W 39.38 in D 11.82 in

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Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

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Located in Pasadena, TX

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Queen Anne Wardrobe For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic queen anne wardrobe available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of fabric, wool and walnut, every queen anne wardrobe was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect queen anne wardrobe — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A queen anne wardrobe, designed in the modern, mid-century modern or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture.

How Much is a Queen Anne Wardrobe?

Prices for a queen anne wardrobe can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $999 and can go as high as $5,900, while the average can fetch as much as $1,995.

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 Queen Anne Wardrobe
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    Queen Anne chairs are named after Queen Anne, the ruler of England from 1702 until 1714. It was known for combining efficient, use-focused design with beautifully elegant detail. Shop a range of Queen Anne chairs from top sellers worldwide on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, some Queen Anne bone china is valuable. How much a particular piece will sell for depends on its pattern, type, age, condition and rarity. Generally, full tea sets tend to fetch the highest prices. To learn how much a particular piece is worth, have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate it. Explore a collection of Queen Anne bone china on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Queen Anne era highboys are part of the American Colonial style of furniture. Ornately constructed and expertly crafted, furniture enthusiasts are always on the lookout for examples of these pieces. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of Queen Anne highboys from some of the world’s top sellers.

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