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Leon Benouville French Art Nouveau Maple Armoire
Leon Benouville French Art Nouveau Maple Armoire

Leon Benouville French Art Nouveau Maple Armoire

By Francois-Leon Benouville

Located in Queens, NY

French Art Nouveau maple and inlaid armoire cabinet with brass trim and mirrored door and small side door with shelf (Attributed to Leon Benouville)

Category

20th Century French Art Nouveau Used Armoires

Materials

Brass

French Painted & Parcel-Gilt Mirrored Armoire, circa 1900
French Painted & Parcel-Gilt Mirrored Armoire, circa 1900

French Painted & Parcel-Gilt Mirrored Armoire, circa 1900

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

A French painted and parcel-gilt mirrored armoire, circa 1900, conceived in the Louis XVI taste.

Category

20th Century French Used Armoires

Materials

Mirror, Paint

Tajin Teak Painted Cabinet Chinese Hutch Armoire
Tajin Teak Painted Cabinet Chinese Hutch Armoire

Tajin Teak Painted Cabinet Chinese Hutch Armoire

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

On offer is a rare "Tajin" cabinet or a "Mizuya Tansu" style hutch. It is commonly made from teak and features distinctive spindle or fretwork doors. The upper section has two doors ...

Category

Early 20th Century Bohemian Used Armoires

Materials

Wood, Teak, Paint

Rare Brazil Colonial 18th Century Armoire / Wardrobe
Rare Brazil Colonial 18th Century Armoire / Wardrobe

Rare Brazil Colonial 18th Century Armoire / Wardrobe

Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR

This magnificent late 18th-century Brazilian armoire is a perfect piece for clothing storage, reflecting the timeless elegance of colonial craftsmanship.

Category

Late 18th Century Brazilian Other Used Armoires

Materials

Wood

Paint Decorated 19th Century French Blue Armoire
Paint Decorated 19th Century French Blue Armoire

Paint Decorated 19th Century French Blue Armoire

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Paint decorated 19th century French cornflower blue armoire in three parts. The armoire with two doors having brass escutcheon plates, recessed cartouche form panels separated by mus...

Category

19th Century French Provincial Used Armoires

Materials

Wood

Reconstruction Oak Armoire by René Gabriel, France, 1950s
Reconstruction Oak Armoire by René Gabriel, France, 1950s

Reconstruction Oak Armoire by René Gabriel, France, 1950s

Located in Kaštel Sućurac, HR

Attributed to René Gabriel, two-door armoire, solid natural oak, France, 1950s. Solid natural oak with a light, open grain.

Category

1950s French Mid-Century Modern Used Armoires

Materials

Oak

Armoire vintage scandinave en teck des années 60
Armoire vintage scandinave en teck des années 60

Armoire vintage scandinave en teck des années 60

Located in BESANÇON, FR

Armoire vintage scandinave des années 60, en teck, superbes piètement aérien, pieds compas.

Category

1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Used Armoires

Materials

Teak

Century Furniture Chin Hua Armoire Gentleman's Chest
Century Furniture Chin Hua Armoire Gentleman's Chest

Century Furniture Chin Hua Armoire Gentleman's Chest

By Century Furniture, Raymond Sabota

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Asian Chin Hua Raymond Sobota Century Furniture Gentleman's Chest or Armoire by the high-quality furniture maker Century, from their "Chin Hua" line designed by Raymond K Sobota.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Used Armoires

Materials

Brass

Bert England Mid Century Walnut and Brass Armoire
Bert England Mid Century Walnut and Brass Armoire

Bert England Mid Century Walnut and Brass Armoire

By John Stuart Inc., Bert England

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Bert England Mid Century Walnut and Brass Armoire This armoire measures: 37 wide x 20 deep x 49.5 inches high Fair Vintage Condition - Areas of Scratches and Stain Wear Throughout.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Armoires

Materials

Brass

19th C. French Provincial Louis XV Style Armoire
19th C. French Provincial Louis XV Style Armoire

19th C. French Provincial Louis XV Style Armoire

Located in Houston, US

These pieces were traditionally known as "armoires de mariage" (wedding armoires) and served as important storage for linens and personal belongings.

Category

19th Century French Louis XV Used Armoires

Materials

Wood

Rosewood Glenn of California Armoire by Robert Baron
Rosewood Glenn of California Armoire by Robert Baron

Rosewood Glenn of California Armoire by Robert Baron

Located in Fraser, MI

Armoire by Robert Baron for Glenn. Rosewood and Chrome front surface.

Category

1960s Used Armoires

Materials

Chrome

Late 18th Century Italian Armoire in Polychrome Decoration
Late 18th Century Italian Armoire in Polychrome Decoration

Late 18th Century Italian Armoire in Polychrome Decoration

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

A stunning late 18th Century armoire from the Piedmont region of Italy. In beautifully worn original paint with the original lock and key.

Category

18th Century Italian Used Armoires

Materials

Pine, Paint

Oak Armoire with Geometric Panel Doors, France, 1940s
Oak Armoire with Geometric Panel Doors, France, 1940s

Oak Armoire with Geometric Panel Doors, France, 1940s

Located in Kaštel Sućurac, HR

French workshop, two-door armoire with geometric coffered panel doors, solid oak, France, 1940s.

Category

1940s French French Provincial Used Armoires

Materials

Oak

Pierre Chapo Style 2 doors French Armoire.
Pierre Chapo Style 2 doors French Armoire.

Pierre Chapo Style 2 doors French Armoire.

By Pierre Chapo

Located in Miami, FL

Pierre Chapo Style 2 doors French Armoire.

Category

1960s French Mid-Century Modern Used Armoires

Materials

Wood

Pine Two Door Armoire with Removable Cartouche
Pine Two Door Armoire with Removable Cartouche

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.

Category

Early 20th Century Hungarian Baroque Revival Used Armoires

Materials

Pine

19th Century French Empire Period Walnut Armoire
19th Century French Empire Period Walnut Armoire

19th Century French Empire Period Walnut Armoire

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

19th Century French Empire period armoire. With stunning book matched walnut veneer to the two long doors flanked by two columns.

Category

1830s French Empire Used Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Directional Mid Century Walnut and Chrome Armoire Dresser
Directional Mid Century Walnut and Chrome Armoire Dresser

Directional Mid Century Walnut and Chrome Armoire Dresser

By Directional

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Directional Mid Century Walnut and Chrome Armoire Dresser This armoire measures: 27 wide x 18.25 deep x 71 inches high Good Vintage Condition - Small Scratch on Front Left Door.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Armoires

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Dixie Furniture Fruitwood and Rattan Armoire
Vintage Dixie Furniture Fruitwood and Rattan Armoire

Vintage Dixie Furniture Fruitwood and Rattan Armoire

By Dixie Furniture Co.

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Vintage Dixie Furniture Fruitwood and Rattan Armoire. Great storage furniture . The double doors open to reveal ample storage with drawers and compartments for more storage.

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Used Armoires

Materials

Rattan, Fruitwood

19th Century French Renaissance Barley Twist Armoire
19th Century French Renaissance Barley Twist Armoire

19th Century French Renaissance Barley Twist Armoire

Located in Dallas, TX

19th Century French Renaissance Barley Twist Armoire was crafted by master artisans from solid, old-growth indigenous oak during the Napoleon III Period, when craftsmanship reached a...

Category

Mid-19th Century French Renaissance Revival Used Armoires

Materials

Mirror, Oak

Large Early 19th Century French Double Pine Armoire
Large Early 19th Century French Double Pine Armoire

Large Early 19th Century French Double Pine Armoire

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

19th Century rare and imposing French four-door armoire in old distressed paint.  Of Louis XVI style, the armoire dates to the first quarter of the century and has four doors over t...

Category

Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Used Armoires

Materials

Pine

Magnificent 18th Century Brazil Colonial Armoire Cabinet
Magnificent 18th Century Brazil Colonial Armoire Cabinet

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 cane plantation, carries with it the rich legacy of colonial Brazil.

Category

1780s Brazilian Other Used Armoires

Materials

Wood

Large 19thC French Provincial Bleached Oak Armoire
Large 19thC French Provincial Bleached Oak Armoire

Large 19thC French Provincial Bleached Oak Armoire

Located in Staffordshire, GB

circa 1800 Large 19thC French Provincial Bleached Oak Armoire sku 1595 W144 x D45 x H190 cm

Category

1710s Used Armoires

Materials

Oak

Art Deco Three-Door Armoire, circa 1930
Art Deco Three-Door Armoire, circa 1930

Art Deco Three-Door Armoire, circa 1930

Located in Antwerp, BE

This beautiful walnut armoire features a central door front flanked by two doors, which open to shelved storage.

Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Used Armoires

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Glass, Oak

19th Century Biedermeier Style Mahogany Armoire
19th Century Biedermeier Style Mahogany Armoire

19th Century Biedermeier Style Mahogany Armoire

Located in Berlin, DE

Unique Biedermeier floorboard, circa 1825. Cuba mahogany on softwood. On the log feet high-rectangular two-door corpus with profile-framed arch-shaped fields. Architecturally arrang...

Category

19th Century German Biedermeier Used Armoires

Materials

Mahogany, Softwood

Large 18th Century French Painted Pine Armoire
Large 18th Century French Painted Pine Armoire

Large 18th Century French Painted Pine Armoire

Located in Staffordshire, GB

circa 1780 Large 18th century French painted pine armoire sku 1405 Measures : W174 x D65 x H190 cm.

Category

18th Century Used Armoires

Materials

Pine

French Art Deco Burled Walnut Armoire Cabinet
French Art Deco Burled Walnut Armoire Cabinet

French Art Deco Burled Walnut Armoire Cabinet

Located in North York, ON

Introducing our stunning French Art Deco Burled Walnut Armoire Cabinet, a true masterpiece of furniture design.

Category

1930s French Art Deco Used Armoires

Materials

Brass

18th Century Italian Neoclassical Hand Painted Armoire
18th Century Italian Neoclassical Hand Painted Armoire

18th Century Italian Neoclassical Hand Painted Armoire

Located in Dallas, TX

18th century Italian neoclassical painted armoire represents the epitome of master Italian craftsmanship and artistry melded into one instant family heirloom!

Category

18th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Used Armoires

Materials

Walnut

6FT Arts and Crafts Mission Oak Armoire
6FT Arts and Crafts Mission Oak Armoire

6FT Arts and Crafts Mission Oak Armoire

Located in Pasadena, TX

6FT Arts and Crafts Mission Oak Armoire Arts and Crafts oak wardrobe with top cornice, decorative windows and a full-length original beveled mirror door.

Category

Early 20th Century North American Arts and Crafts Used Armoires

Materials

Oak

Midcentury Chin Hua Campaign Armoire by Bernhardt
Midcentury Chin Hua Campaign Armoire by Bernhardt

Midcentury Chin Hua Campaign Armoire by Bernhardt

By Bernhardt

Located in Pasadena, TX

Midcentury Chin Hua Campaign Armoire by Bernhardt This armoire features two cabinet doors with burl veneer panels and brass tone hardware opening to four storage compartments an...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Armoires

Materials

Burl

French 19th Century Petite Mahogany Louis Philippe Armoire
French 19th Century Petite Mahogany Louis Philippe Armoire

French 19th Century Petite Mahogany Louis Philippe Armoire

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A modest yet spacious, 19th century French Louis Philippe style armoire handcrafted of mahogany with bookmatched doors that are fascinating from every perspective.

Category

19th Century French Louis Philippe Used Armoires

Materials

Mahogany

Very Large Armoire - France, 18th Century
Very Large Armoire - France, 18th Century

Very Large Armoire - France, 18th Century

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Impressive cupboard from a convent (1 meter deep). Carved details, original hinges and key, original paint (except for the cornice). The interior can be adapted according to speci...

Category

18th Century and Earlier French Country Used Armoires

19thC French Faux Bamboo Walnut Mirrored Armoire
19thC French Faux Bamboo Walnut Mirrored Armoire

19thC French Faux Bamboo Walnut Mirrored Armoire

Located in Staffordshire, GB

circa 1870 19thC French Faux Bamboo Walnut Mirrored Armoire We can also customise existing pieces to suit your scheme/requirements.

Category

19th Century Used Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Italian 17th Century Walnut Deux-Corps Armoire
Italian 17th Century Walnut Deux-Corps Armoire

Italian 17th Century Walnut Deux-Corps Armoire

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A most impressive Italian 17th century dark patinated walnut Deux-Corps armoire. The armoire is raised by ball feet at the front, below the moulded straight apron.

Category

17th Century Italian Used Armoires

Materials

Walnut

A Fine Louis XV Walnut Armoire
A Fine Louis XV Walnut Armoire

A Fine Louis XV Walnut Armoire

Located in Sheffield, MA

The molded cornice above two raised paneled doors, opening to a shelved interior with three small drawers; above a single drawer all resting on cabriole leg feet. Height 103 Widt...

Category

18th Century and Earlier French Used Armoires

19th Century Highly Inlaid Marquetry 2 Door Armoire
19th Century Highly Inlaid Marquetry 2 Door Armoire

19th Century Highly Inlaid Marquetry 2 Door Armoire

Located in Round Top, TX

Utterly stunning marquetry inlaid armoire, circa 1800's. The superb craftsmanship seen in this exceptional armoire indicates it was a commissioned piece created by a true master; thi...

Category

Late 19th Century Hungarian Biedermeier Used Armoires

Materials

Wood

18th century carved French yew and chestnut armoire
18th century carved French yew and chestnut armoire

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 known as a marriage armoire.

Category

Late 18th Century French Georgian Used Armoires

Materials

Chestnut, Yew

19th Century French Renaissance Barley Twist Armoire
19th Century French Renaissance Barley Twist Armoire

19th Century French Renaissance Barley Twist Armoire

Located in Dallas, TX

19th Century French Renaissance Barley Twist Armoire was crafted by master artisans from solid, old-growth indigenous oak during the late Napoleon III Period, and features a heraldic...

Category

1870s French Renaissance Used Armoires

Materials

Mirror, Oak

Hollywood Regency Burl and Brass Armoire By Mastercraft
Hollywood Regency Burl and Brass Armoire By Mastercraft

Hollywood Regency Burl and Brass Armoire By Mastercraft

By Mastercraft

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A striking example of 1970s luxury design, this Hollywood Regency armoire by Mastercraft showcases the brand’s signature blend of exotic veneers and glamorous brass detailing.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Used Armoires

Materials

Wood

Fine Traditional French Provincial Dark Stained Armoire
Fine Traditional French Provincial Dark Stained Armoire

Fine Traditional French Provincial Dark Stained Armoire

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Very fine traditional antique French armoire with a useful and hard to come by 12” depth.

Category

19th Century French French Provincial Used Armoires

Materials

Wood

19th Century Regence French Carved Walnut Armoire
19th Century Regence French Carved Walnut Armoire

19th Century Regence French Carved Walnut Armoire

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19th Century Regence French Finely Carved Walnut Oversized Armoire with Bun Feet. Original Key is included.

Category

19th Century French Used Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Incredible 18th Century French Armoire from Lyon
Incredible 18th Century French Armoire from Lyon

Incredible 18th Century French Armoire from Lyon

Located in Dallas, TX

Outstanding 18th century French carved burl walnut four-door armoire from Lyon. Having excellent detailed carvings in wreath and laurel motif, beautifully shaped doors, heavy hardwar...

Category

18th Century French Used Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Antique 18th Century Carved French Oak Armoire
Antique 18th Century Carved French Oak Armoire

Antique 18th Century Carved French Oak Armoire

Located in Round Top, TX

 Attractive carvings of vines, leaves and flowers embellish this armoire giving it a romantic touch. Crafted in the late 18th century France, this oak armoire has beautifully carved ...

Category

Late 18th Century French Used Armoires

Materials

Oak

Unusual 3-D Gilded Armoire - France, 1940s
Unusual 3-D Gilded Armoire - France, 1940s

Unusual 3-D Gilded Armoire - France, 1940s

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Fun 1940s almost square armoire with "beveled" frame-like doors. Craquelé gold paint effect.

Category

1940s French Art Deco Used Armoires

19th Century Tall French Armoire with Inlaid Details
19th Century Tall French Armoire with Inlaid Details

19th Century Tall French Armoire with Inlaid Details

Located in Round Top, TX

19th century French armoire, crafted in oak with accents of pine and detailed with decorative inlay throughout the two doors.

Category

19th Century French French Provincial Used Armoires

Materials

Brass

Chinese Red and Gold Distress Finish Armoire/Cabinet
Chinese Red and Gold Distress Finish Armoire/Cabinet

Chinese Red and Gold Distress Finish Armoire/Cabinet

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Chinese Red Gold Distress Finish Armoire – bold lacquer, gilt detailing and ample storage merge to create an elegant statement piece for luxury interiors.

Category

Early 2000s Chinese Used Armoires

Materials

Wood

Pair of Painted Wood Grain Metal Armoires
Pair of Painted Wood Grain Metal Armoires

Pair of Painted Wood Grain Metal Armoires

Located in Washington, DC

A very rare pair of faux wood-grain painted tole metal armoires. Lots of storage. Lockable. One key for both.

Category

19th Century French Used Armoires

Materials

Metal

19th C. Provincial French  Pine Armoire/Cabinet
19th C. Provincial French  Pine Armoire/Cabinet

19th C. Provincial French Pine Armoire/Cabinet

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A two- part cabinet with carved cornice band. A carved foliate frieze over carved recessed doors with matching foilate upper panels. The lower carved foliate panels also with birds p...

Category

19th Century French Provincial Used Armoires

Materials

Brass

Vintage Burl Wood and Mirrored Armoire by Romweber
Vintage Burl Wood and Mirrored Armoire by Romweber

Vintage Burl Wood and Mirrored Armoire by Romweber

By Romweber Furniture Co.

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Experience the timeless allure of this mid-century burl wood and mirrored armoire by Romweber Furniture, crafted in the USA during the 1970s.

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Used Armoires

Materials

Burl, Mirror

American Hepplewhite Tiger Maple Armoire, Circa 1800
American Hepplewhite Tiger Maple Armoire, Circa 1800

American Hepplewhite Tiger Maple Armoire, Circa 1800

Located in Charleston, SC

American Hepplewhite tiger maple armoire with Palladian cornice, flanking recessed paneled doors, single lower case drawer with the original brasses, and terminating on tapered cone ...

Category

Early 1800s American Hepplewhite Used Armoires

Materials

Brass

Lane Staccato Mid Century Oak Brutalist Mirrored Armoire
Lane Staccato Mid Century Oak Brutalist Mirrored Armoire

Lane Staccato Mid Century Oak Brutalist Mirrored Armoire

By Lane Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Lane Staccato Mid Century Oak Brutalist Mirrored Armoire This armoire measures: 36 wide x 19 deep x 63.5 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to show as m...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Used Armoires

Materials

Oak, Mirror

Jack Cartwright for Founders Mid Century Walnut Armoire
Jack Cartwright for Founders Mid Century Walnut Armoire

Jack Cartwright for Founders Mid Century Walnut Armoire

By Founders Furniture Company, Jack Cartwright

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Jack Cartwright for Founders Mid Century Walnut Armoire This armoire measures: 42 wide x 18 deep x 45.25 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to show as m...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Used Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Boho Custom v. Rossi Zebra Wood Armoire
Vintage Boho Custom v. Rossi Zebra Wood Armoire

Vintage Boho Custom v. Rossi Zebra Wood Armoire

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A monumental statement of bespoke luxury, this magnificent armoire was masterfully crafted by the renowned V.

Category

Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Used Armoires

Materials

Resin

Provincial Oak Armoire with Raised Panel Doors, France, 1940s
Provincial Oak Armoire with Raised Panel Doors, France, 1940s

Provincial Oak Armoire with Raised Panel Doors, France, 1940s

Located in Kaštel Sućurac, HR

French provincial workshop, two-door armoire with pyramid stud panels, solid oak, France, 1940s.

Category

1940s French French Provincial Used Armoires

Materials

Oak

Oak Armoire Carved with Eight Rosette Medallions, France, 1950s
Oak Armoire Carved with Eight Rosette Medallions, France, 1950s

Oak Armoire Carved with Eight Rosette Medallions, France, 1950s

Located in Kaštel Sućurac, HR

French provincial workshop, single-door armoire, solid oak, France, 1950s. Solid natural oak throughout.

Category

1950s French French Provincial Used Armoires

Materials

Oak

Late 18th Century Walnut Armoire from Central Germany
Late 18th Century Walnut Armoire from Central Germany

Late 18th Century Walnut Armoire from Central Germany

Located in Kleinfischlingen, DE

Late 18th Century Walnut Armoire from Central Germany Provenance: Collection of Dr.

Category

Late 18th Century German Baroque Used Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Italian Arte Povera Armoire, Handcrafted Walnut, 20th Century
Italian Arte Povera Armoire, Handcrafted Walnut, 20th Century

Italian Arte Povera Armoire, Handcrafted Walnut, 20th Century

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Italian Arte Povera armoire made of handcrafted, solid painted Walnut in good condition.

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Used Armoires

Materials

Metal

French 18th Century Massive Louis XV Carved Armoire
French 18th Century Massive Louis XV Carved Armoire

French 18th Century Massive Louis XV Carved Armoire

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

From its graceful curves to robust proportions and charming patina, this Louis XV armoire will bring a comforting presence to any home.

Category

18th Century French Louis XV Used Armoires

Materials

Iron

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Used Armoires For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of used armoires for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique used armoires was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and walnut. Used armoires have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Used armoires made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Louis XV — are very popular at 1stDibs. Used armoires have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Hertha Baller, Guillerme et Chambron and Lane Furniture are consistently popular.

How Much are Used Armoires?

Prices for used armoires start at $7 and top out at $536,000 with the average selling for $4,863.

Finding the Right Wardrobes And 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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