Shōwa Period Cedar Wardrobe, Japanese Tansu with Locking Doors, 1950s
Located in London, England
Late Shōwa period wardrobe or linen cupboard. The top half has two locking doors and many removable drawers, which could be reformatted for multiple uses. While the base consists of...
Wood, Cedar
Amish Made Handcrafted Rustic Lodge Cedar and Faux Antler Armoire Dresser
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Amish made handcrafted rustic lodge two-piece armoire dresser or wardrobe USA, Circa Late 20th Century Gorgeous cedar wood, with faux antler hardware.
Cedar
Tall and Narrow Original French Macassar Ebony Inlaid Cabinet
By N.F. Ameublement
Located in New York City, NY
An outstanding French Art Deco / Mid Century Modern tall cabinet. with N.F. Ameublement seal. The armoire features stunning Macassar ebony in a geometric parquetry inlaid pattern wi...
Macassar, Cedar
Lane Cedar Chest
Located in New York, NY
A US walnut chest,circa 1940's by Lane.
Cedar, Walnut
Arts and Crafts Wardrobe
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Arts & Crafts Cotswold School oak, cedar and Macassar hall wardrobe, circa 1950. Well constructed with fielded panels, pegged joints and Macassar hardware.
Cedar, Macassar, Oak
Art Deco Cedar Lined Armoire with 4 Drawers
Located in Freehold, NJ
This Art Deco armoire features cedar lined wardrobe cabinet for hanging clothes and four dovetailed drawers with bentwood drawer faces.
Walnut, Cedar
American Mid-Century Walnut Blanket Chest with Cedar Interior
By Lane Acclaim
Located in San Diego, CA
American Mid-Century Modern Classic 1950's blanket chest in walnut with cedar inside, freshly restored single drawer on the bottom a very good looking unique piece.
Walnut, Cedar
X Armoire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Reclaimed cipres and conacaste wood "x" armoire with clavos-nails. Interior depth is 19"
Cedar
Vintage Art Deco Chest of Drawers
Located in Freehold, NJ
Matching nightstands and cedar lined wardrobe available separately. Dimensions: 44w 20.5d 33.25h Condition: Original walnut finish is in good condition.
Walnut
Sold
H 65 in W 21.5 in D 38 in
Antique Art Deco Waterfall Satinwood & Mahogany Cedar Lined Armoire, c1930
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Art Deco waterfall armoire offers bookmatched satinwood construction with central oval beveled & floral etched dressing mirror flanked by cedar lined wardrobe and drawer t...
Glass, Wood, Mahogany, Satinwood, Cedar
Antique Door Armoire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Armoire made from antique doors. The body of the armoire has an upper section with two doors and a lower section with two doors, divided by an interior shelf. The upper section has a...
Cedar
Sold
H 59 in W 35.5 in D 21.5 in
Antique Maple Wood Colonial Wardrobe Tall Chest Dresser 6 Drawers Cedar Cabinet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique maple wood colonial wardrobe tall chest dresser with 6 drawers and cedar lined cabinet.
Maple
Mid Century Japanese Wardrobe Tansu
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Traditional two part Japanese storage cabinet. Top segment (24.5"H x 40.5"W) includes 5 slender drawers, a sliding door compartment, and a removable panel door. Bottom segment (41"H ...
Iron
XL Armoire Sleeps 3
Located in St. Helena, CA
Beautiful armoire, exceptionally large. Brick red with black and gold trim. 3 shelves, patina brass hardware pulls. Beautiful condition. Sleeps
Cedar
Streamline Armoire
Located in Bronx, NY
Streamline Art Deco Wardrobe / Armoire, with Cedar Lined Closet with Coat Rack on the right side and 5 Deep Drawers, on Castors for Easy Movement
$3,950
H 78.5 in W 44 in D 16.25 in
19th c. Walnut Cabinet with Scallop Trim American Primitive Armoire Closet
Located in Round Top, TX
Late 19th c. hardwood cabinet. The most perfect proportions and condition. Interior was customized at some point with custom shelving that is very secure and sturdy. Bottom two drawe...
Walnut
$2,500
H 47.05 in W 33.67 in D 13.94 in
Antique Japanese Tea Tansu (Chadansu), Chestnut & Keyaki, Early Showa c.1930
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This Japanese chadansu (tea cabinet) dates to the Early Showa period, circa 1930. Traditionally placed in the main living area of the home, a chadansu functioned much like a living-...
Brass
$1,850
H 35.83 in W 22.45 in D 14.97 in
Edo Japanese Antique Sugi Cedar Cabinet with Lift-Off Front Panel, 1811 Dated
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
Edo Japanese Antique Three Tier Bookcase with Lift-Off Front Panel (Kendon) with 4 inner drawers. "Bunka 8 (1811)" Dated. Used for storing Japanese hand-bound books. Dimensions: H 3...
Wood, Cedar
Pine Two Door Raised Panel Armoire
Located in Baltimore, MD
What a good-looking armoire! This predominantly pine armoire looks great with its generous use of hardwood rim. A hardwood ogee crown molding attaches to the top frieze, followed a...
Pine
19th Century American Wood Armoire with Original Hardware
Located in Chicago, IL
19th century American Craftsman period wood armoire with original door exterior hardware. One interior shelf with closet rod, magnetic closure recently added. Additional dims: Int...
Wood
Pine Two Door Armoire with Removable Cartouche
Located in Baltimore, MD
The angular cartouche on this small armoire is 10” high and simply lifts off if the customer so chooses. It consists of a pyramid-shaped base trimmed with ogee crown molding mounted...
Pine
$3,000
H 32.88 in W 41.74 in D 15.36 in
Japanese Antique Keyaki Storage Cabinet, Late Meiji Era, Sliding Doors & Drawers
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This Japanese antique keyaki cabinet from the Late Meiji Era (1868–1912) is distinguished by its uncommon solid one-piece sliding doors, five practical drawers, and the quiet archite...
Iron
Antique Country French Two Part Pine Armoire
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A rustic French Country Armoire with panel doors. The Armoire has six later shelves, an interior drawer and a towel or hanging bar. With a simple case having scrolled bottom apron an...
Pine
$2,843
H 34.65 in W 32.88 in D 18.12 in
Japanese Vintage Modern Cabinet 1920-1940s / Tansu / Wabi-Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old Japanese wooden cabinet, believed to date from the early Showa period, circa 1920s to 1940s. The cabinet is made from keyaki, Japanese zelkova wood, a highly valued h...
Wood
$1,500
H 43.12 in W 30.52 in D 15.63 in
1930s - 1940s Japanese antique mid-size closet with drawers, wabi sabi organic
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
New finds from a Kominka in Ibaraki pref, Japan. This mid-size wooden closet is a product of 1930s - 40s (early Showa period) estimate from the style, conditions, also hearing from...
Brass
$28,666
H 61.82 in W 37.41 in D 17.72 in
Exceptional Bo Lindahl Cabinet in Walnut and Rosewood Marquetry, Sweden, 1953
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptional cabinet was designed and handcrafted by Bo Lindahl in Sweden. This unique masterpiece was created as a journeyman's piece at the Central Workshop School in Häggvik, ...
Brass
Irish Pine One Piece Open Rack Dresser
Located in Baltimore, MD
It’s been a while since we had one of these iconic pieces of Irish vernacular furniture to offer for sale. The open rack dresser took pride of place in any Irish household that cou...
Pine
$2,500
H 34.06 in W 26.5 in D 13.78 in
Antique Japanese Wabi-Sabi Tansu Cabinet with Natural Bark Veneers, Early 20th C
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
Mid size Mizuya (cupboard) , dates to Taisho to early Showa period (circa 1910s–1930s). Crafted from high-quality Japanese Sugi cedar and Japanese Oak. Tansu cabinets in this style...
Wood, Cedar, Oak
Vintage Italian Art Deco Macassar Ebony Silverware Chest
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
Elevate your space with this stunning circa 1930s Art Deco Macassar ebony chest, showcasing the sophisticated craftsmanship and exotic materials synonymous with the era. Rich Macassa...
Wood, Ebony, Macassar
$1,160Sale Price|20% Off
H 59.25 in W 29.5 in D 10 in
Late 19th Century Rustic American Pine Cabinet, Handcrafted in USA
Located in Wainscott, NY
A charming example of utilitarian American craftsmanship, this late 19th-century rustic cabinet is constructed from solid pine and features a timeworn patina that speaks to its endur...
Wood, Pine
Japanese Tansu chest of drawers, circa 1870
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Traditional Japanese Tansu chest of drawers from the 1870s. Manufactured during the late Meiji era (1868-1912). This piece of furniture exudes authenticity and character. The cabinet...
Iron
$700
H 6.3 in W 27.76 in D 26.97 in
Japanese Antique Wooden Bowl or Display stand 1860s-1900s / Wabisabi
By Axel Vervoordt
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old Japanese wooden bowl. Originally used as a practical household vessel, it can also be turned upside down and appreciated as a display stand or pedestal. When inverted,...
Copper, Iron, Tin
$4,800
H 36.23 in W 51.19 in D 18.98 in
Japanese Vintage Store Display Case with Rich Patina, Showa Period, Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This Japanese vintage store display case was crafted in the Showa Period. Originally used in a shop setting, it retains the honest practicality of traditional Japanese store fixture...
Cedar, Glass
Sold|$4,500
H 34.26 in W 66.15 in D 21.66 in
Japanese Antique Large Black Tansu 1860s-1900s / Sideboard Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This exceptional Japanese mizuya tansu dates to the Meiji period, circa 1860s to 1900s, and is crafted from solid cedar wood. It embodies the quiet refinement of traditional Japanese...
Iron
Contemporary Side Table 'Naked' by Norr11, Amber Glass
By Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary Side Table "Naked" by Norr11 designed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl Model shown on the main picture : Naked Side Table, Black Oak and Amber Glass Custom...
Blown Glass, Oak
$5,274
H 39.38 in W 96.46 in D 78.75 in
Northern European modern Double Bed with integrated floating Nightstands, 1950's
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Rare Northern European modern double bed with integrated floating nightstands, 1950s. A very well balanced design with clean lines and a calm architectural presence. The integrated ...
Metal, Brass
Japanese Antique Low Table 1860s-1920s / Sofa Table Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old Japanese low table. Its long, horizontal proportions create a calm and balanced presence, bringing a quiet sense of stability to a space. Free from excessive ornamenta...
Wood
Japanese Antique Low Table 1860s-1920s / Sofa Table Wabi Sabi
By Axel Vervoordt
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a rare old Japanese wooden low table, believed to date from the late Meiji period to the Taisho period, circa 1860s to 1920s. The tabletop is made from a single solid slab o...
Wood
$6,490
H 73.63 in W 54.14 in D 19.3 in
ANTIQUE JACOBEAN REVIVAL HAND CARVED ARMOIRE WARDROBE WiTH GREY FRENCH PAINT
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning, original circa 1840-1860 Jacobean Revival hand painted French Armoire Wardrobe Please note ...
Wood
$6,400
H 47.75 in W 78 in D 44 in
Antique French Louis XVI Style Painted Bed with Toile Panels, 19th Century
Located in Astoria, NY
Antique French Louis XVI style painted bed sourced in Provence, dating to the late 19th century, defined by a restrained neoclassical form with fluted uprights, carved rosette blocks...
Cotton, Hardwood, Paint
Wabi-Sabi Japanese Antique Keyaki Mizuya Tansu chest Early 20th C
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
A finely crafted Japanese Mizuya tansu from the early 20th century, circa 1910s to 1930 (Taisho to early Showa period). Constructed from richly figured keyaki wood, prized for its s...
Wood, Hardwood, Cedar
$1,930
H 15.36 in W 45.52 in D 19.69 in
Japanese Antique Keyaki Low Table, Meiji Era (1868-1912), Wabi Sabi, Mingei
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This Japanese antique low table was crafted in the Meiji Era (1868-1912). Made of keyaki (Japanese zelkova), the table showcases the rich grain, warmth, and durability for which thi...
Wood
$712Sale Price|25% Off
H 31 in W 21.5 in D 19 in
Alagoas Armchair by Michel Arnoult, Imbuia Wood & Leather, 1959
By Michel Arnoult
Located in San Francisco, US
Designed by French-born Michel Arnoult in the late 1950s, this armchair exemplifies the ingenuity of Brazilian mid-century modern design. Produced for the Alagoas Collection by Foren...
Leather, Imbuia
$850
H 12.92 in W 41.07 in D 13 in
Japanese Antique Keyaki Wood Bench / Low Table, Meiji Era “1868–1912”
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
Japanese Antique Keyaki Wood Bench, Meiji Era (1868–1912), Wabi Sabi This Japanese antique bench was likely crafted in the Meiji Era (1868–1912). Made entirely of keyaki (Japanese ...
Wood
$2,800
H 45 in W 64 in D 93 in
Thomasville Grand Classics Neoclassical Empire Queen Size Maple Wood Sleigh Bed
By Thomasville
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Thomasville Grand Classics Neoclassical French Empire Style Queen Size Maple Wood Sle...
Maple
Pine and Oak Storage Bench or Settle
Located in Baltimore, MD
What an outstanding Box Bench! The oak and the pine contrast beautifully to create a deep rich warmth perfect for this piece. For most of its length the top rail is flat, only follo...
Oak, Pine
$1,421Sale Price|20% Off
H 63 in W 38.19 in D 19.69 in
Vintage Danish Walnut 19th-century escritoire / Secretary, Victorian style
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
This 19th-century secretary desk, also known as an escritoire, is a stunning piece crafted from exquisite burr veneer with rich grain patterns and a warm glow throughout. Reflecting ...
Walnut
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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