Swedish Gustavian Armoire
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Located in San Angelo, TX
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19th Century Swedish Gustavian Pinewood Armoire - Antique Scandinavian Cabinet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A blue-grey, antique Swedish Gustavian armoire, wardrobe made of hand crafted painted Pinewood, in
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Handmade Bespoke Gustavian Style Armoire
Located in LONDON, GB
Bespoke armoire designed and handmade by the swedish interior design master cabinet maker to order
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Located in San Angelo, TX
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Blue Painted Armoire Cabinet from Sweden, circa 1820
Located in Round Top, TX
Original blue painted Gustavian armoire or large cupboard from Sweden, early 1800's.
Two cabinet
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Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Whitewashed Pine Armoire will command a stately presence in the
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Mid century Vintage gustavian and Style two door armoire after drexel
By Drexel
Located in Allentown, PA
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19th Century Gustavian Wardrobe
Located in Houston, TX
This 19th century Swedish armoire was handcrafted from solid pine, and features two large doors
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Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gustavian Sweden, but its pleasing proportions and finely orchestrated detailing evidence the hand of a
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H 96 in W 68 in D 24.5 in
Baker Furniture French Regency Louis XVI Painted Armoire Dresser or Linen Press
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Regency Louis XVI or Swedish Gustavian style armoire dresser or linen press
By
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H 79.75 in W 43.25 in D 19.5 in
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Swedish Gustavian Armoire For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal Swedish gustavian armoire for your home. Frequently made of wood, paint and pine, every Swedish gustavian armoire was constructed with great care. There are 9 variations of the antique or vintage Swedish gustavian armoire you’re looking for, while we also have 1 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer Swedish gustavian armoire, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each Swedish gustavian armoire bearing Regency hallmarks is very popular. A well-made Swedish gustavian armoire has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Baker Furniture Company are consistently popular.
How Much is a Swedish Gustavian Armoire?
Prices for a Swedish gustavian armoire can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1,850 and can go as high as $38,218, while the average can fetch as much as $8,575.
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.
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