Art Deco Satin Birch and Walnut Compactum Wardrobe
Located in London, GB
A spectacular original Art Deco satin birch and walnut compactum wardrobe. This was made in England, it dates from the 1930’s.
Walnut, Satin Birch
Art Deco Birds Eye Maple and Walnut Compactum Wardrobe
Located in London, GB
A spectacular original Art Deco birds eye maple and walnut compactum wardrobe. This was made in England, it dates from the 1930’s.
Birdseye Maple, Walnut
$6,462Sale Price|30% Off
Carved Walnut Compactum Wardrobe
Located in Cheshire, GB
Carved mahogany compactum wardrobe having carved removable finials, above two long mirror doors flanking the centre fitted with a pair of carved panelled doors and three drawers belo...
Wood
Walnut Art Deco Compactum Compact Wardrobe, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
A 1930s walnut compactum wardrobe with beautifully figured veneers, an arched top and original cabriole feet.
Wood, Walnut
VintageArt Deco Style Dark Walnut Compact Compactum Wardrobe, 1950s
Located in South Shields, GB
A 1950's compactum double wardrobe in ribbon-grain mahogany veneer. Plain front with central lock and stepped plinth. Left side full hanging with rail and trouser hooks. Right side...
Teak, Walnut
A Charming Single Wardrobe Compactum in Ash and Bur Walnut
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Charming Single Wardrobe Compactum in Ash and Bur Walnut A Golden Ash and Bur Walnut Arts and Crafts Compactum, this is a beautiful and very useful piece.
Ash, Walnut
$4,192Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Wardrobe, English, Walnut, Compactum, R. James Gloucester, circa 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique wardrobe in English walnut, a compactum bearing the cabinet makers name plate to the rear reading 'R.
Walnut
Gillow's of Lancaster, an Aesthetic Movement Walnut Armoire Wardrobe Compactum
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, GB
Gillow's of Lancaster, an Aesthetic Movement walnut armoire wardrobe compactum with lots of useful storage space.
Walnut
E W Godwin Style of, an Anglo-Japanese Walnut Double Armoire Wardrobe Compactum
By Edward William Godwin
Located in London, GB
E W Godwin, style of, a rare Anglo-Japanese walnut double armoire wardrobe compactum with Japonesque brass incised handles and lots of useful storage space.
Walnut
$12,945Sale Price|25% Off
Victorian Walnut Compactum or Wardrobe
Located in London, GB
A fine Victorian figured and burr walnut gentleman's compactum or wardrobe Late 19th century, by Marsh and Jones, Leeds Of inverted bow front outline, the ogee moulded cornice abov...
Walnut
Art Deco Bird’s-Eye Maple Wardrobe Compactum Armoire
Located in Wakefield, GB
Offered for sale is this Art Deco bird's-eye maple wardrobe armoire. Part of a large bedroom suite we have to offer. Dating from 1930. Nice design, veneered in bird's-eye maple wi...
Birdseye Maple, Walnut
Art Deco Figured Walnut Compactum Wardrobe
Located in London, GB
A beautiful original Art Deco figured walnut compactum wardrobe. This was made in England, it dates from the 1930’s.
Walnut
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H 74.41 in W 48.82 in D 20.08 in
Antique Vintage Art Deco Burr Walnut Compactum Wardrobe from Verithing, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
An impressive quality, 1930's burr walnut compactum wardrobe from Verithing The interior is beautifully fitted out - complete with a pull out clothes rail, shoe rail, drawers and c...
Wood, Walnut
1930's Art Deco Burr Walnut Compactum Wardrobe
Located in London, GB
A beautiful original Art Deco period walnut compactum wardrobe. This was made in England, it dates from the 1930’s.
Walnut
Walnut compactum wardrobe
Located in Cheshire, GB
Walnut combination wardrobe, the moulded top above two long panelled well-figured doors opening to reveal the large hanging area flanked by two banks of drawers with stylised walnut ...
Walnut
Art Deco Burr Walnut Compactum Wardrobe
Located in London, GB
An absolutely stunning Art Deco burr walnut compactum wardrobe. This was made in England, it dates from the 1920’s.
Walnut
Art Deco Figured Walnut Compactum Wardrobe
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and stylish original Art Deco period compactum wardrobe. This is made from walnut, veneered on solid wood in a stunning geometrical design.
Walnut
Vintage Burr Walnut Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
A vintage Oak Art Deco compactum / compact wardrobe Made circa 1930's Inside is fitted out with a pull out clothes rail, shelves , two drawers and a shoe rack
Wood, Walnut
Vintage Walnut Compactum Wardrobe from Fitrobe, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
A vintage walnut Art Deco compactum fitted out wardrobe from Fitrobe, circa 1930's Inside is beautifully fitted out with a clothes and shoe rail, shelves, drawer and a compartment
Wood, Oak
1920’s Art Deco Burr Walnut Compactum Wardrobe
Located in London, GB
A stunning original Art Deco period compactum wardrobe in walnut. This was made in England, it dates from the 1920-30’s.
Walnut
1930's Art Deco Burr Walnut Compactum Wardrobe
Located in London, GB
A stunning original Art Deco period compactum wardrobe in walnut. This was made in England, it dates from the 1930’s.
Walnut
1930’s Art Deco Figured Walnut Compactum Wardrobe
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and unusual vintage Art Deco period compactum wardrobe, in amazing figured and burr walnut.
Walnut
1930's Art Deco Burr Walnut Compactum Wardrobe
Located in London, GB
An absolutely stunning original Art Deco period compactum wardrobe in walnut. This was made in England, it dates from the 1930’s.
Walnut
1930’s Art Deco Burr Walnut Compactum Wardrobe
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous original vintage Art Deco period compactum wardrobe in burr walnut. This was made in England, it dates from the 1930’s.
Walnut
1920's Art Deco Burr Walnut Compactum Wardrobe
Located in London, GB
A stunning and extremely well made original Art Deco burr walnut wardrobe. This was made in England, it dates from the 1920-30’s. The quality is outstanding, this is very heavy and ...
Walnut
Vintage Art Deco Burr Walnut Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
A 1930s Art Deco wardrobe in walnut with a bold figured grain to the doors and simple dark handles. Fitted with a pull out hanging rail to one side and shelves, sliding trays and a...
Wood, Walnut
Vintage Burr Walnut Compactum Wardrobe from Harris Lebus, 1930s
By Harris Lebus
Located in South Shields, GB
A vintage Oak Art Deco compactum / compact wardrobe Made by Harris Lebus, circa 1930's (hinges stamped HL) Inside is beautifully fitted out with a pull forward clothes rail, metal sh...
Wood, Walnut
Vintage Burr Walnut Compactum Wardrobe from Harris Lebus, 1930s
By Harris Lebus
Located in South Shields, GB
A vintage Oak Art Deco compactum / compact wardrobe Made by Harris Lebus, circa 1930's (hinges stamped HL) Inside is beautifully fitted out with a pull out clothes rail, metal shelve...
Wood, Walnut
Superb Old French Hand-Carved Walnut Louis XVI Style Compactum Wardrobe
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Fabulous quality Old French hand-carved walnut compactum wardrobe with original mirrored doors and hardware.
Walnut
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H 50.79 in W 36.23 in D 18.12 in
Mid Century Teak & Walnut Compact Wardrobe from White and Newton, 1960s
By White & Newton
Located in South Shields, GB
A freestanding walnut compactum wardrobe / tallboy from White & Newton Featuring a hanging rail compartment, a compartment with shelves and two drawers
Teak, Walnut
Antique Edwardian Compactum Combination Wardrobe, 1900s
Located in South Shields, GB
A well-proportioned Edwardian walnut compactum wardrobe, combining hanging space, drawers and shelving in one practical piece.
Walnut
Walnut three door compactum wardrobe
Located in Cheshire, GB
Walnut bow fronted three-door combination wardrobe, the moulded top above three long panelled burr walnut doors opening to reveal the large hanging area to one side the other fitted ...
Walnut
Walnut Three-Door Compactum Wardrobe
Located in Cheshire, GB
Walnut wardrobe the carved moulded cornice with a central giltwood shell above three long well figured walnut doors with gilt-wood moulding. Opening to reveal a fitted interior with ...
Walnut
Walnut Three Door Compactum Wardrobe
Located in Cheshire, GB
Walnut three-door combination wardrobe, the molded top above three long paneled walnut doors opening to reveal the large hanging area to one side the other fitted with sliding trays ...
Walnut
Walnut Three-Door Compactum Wardrobe
Located in Cheshire, GB
Walnut three-door combination wardrobe, the moulded top above three long panelled burr walnut doors opening to reveal the large hanging area to one side the other fitted with sliding...
Walnut
Walnut Three Door Compactum Wardrobe
Located in Cheshire, GB
Walnut three-door combination wardrobe, the molded top above three long paneled walnut doors opening to reveal the large hanging area to one side the other fitted with sliding trays ...
Walnut
Walnut Three Door Compactum Wardrobe
Located in Cheshire, GB
Walnut three-door combination wardrobe, the carved molded top above long paneled well-figured walnut center door flanked by concaved doors opening to reveal the large hanging area to...
Walnut
Vintage British Burr Compactum Walnut Wardrobe, 1920s
Located in South Shields, GB
A vintage walnut triple door wardrobe, circa 1920s. Inside, beautifully fitted out with a a clothes rail to each side. This wardrobe dismantles into four parts.
Wood, Walnut
Vintage British Burr Compactum Walnut Wardrobe, 1920s
Located in South Shields, GB
A vintage walnut triple door wardrobe, circa 1930s. Inside, beautifully fitted out with a a clothes rail shelf and shoe rail to one side and shelves and drawers to the other. This ...
Wood, Walnut
VintageArt Deco Style Walnut Compact Compactum Wardrobe, 1950s
Located in South Shields, GB
A compact wardrobe in figured walnut veneer with bookmatched doors. Two-door layout with hanging rail to one side and three drawers with storage below to the other. With a lockable...
Teak, Walnut
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H 63.39 in W 37.01 in D 21.26 in
Vintage Art Deco Birch & Walnut Compactum Compact Wardrobe, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
A vintage birch and walnut Art Deco compactum fitted wardrobe, circa 1930s.
Wood, Walnut
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H 83.86 in W 80.52 in D 23.23 in
Antique Gentleman's Wardrobe, Walnut, Compactum, Waring and Gillow, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique gentleman's wardrobe. An English, walnut compactum cupboard by Waring & Gillow, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.
Walnut
Vintage Art Deco Burr Walnut Compact Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
A quality Art Deco burr walnut compactum, circa 1930s Featuring a hanging rail and shelves
Wood, Walnut
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H 70.87 in W 82.29 in D 19.69 in
Antique Walnut Edwardian Compactum Wardrobe from Waring & Gillow, 1910s
By Waring & Gillow
Located in South Shields, GB
An impressive quality Edwardian compactum wardrobe made by the quality furniture makers Waring and Gillow The exterior is in very good condition - there are two beveled mirrored doo...
Walnut
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H 82.29 in W 73.23 in D 20.87 in
Antique Wardrobe, English, Walnut, Compactum, Edwardian, circa 1910
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique wardrobe in English walnut, a compactum dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.
Vintage Art Deco Burr Walnut Compact Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
An Art Deco 1930's burr walnut compact wardrobe Featuring a pull out rail and shelves
Wood, Walnut
Vintage Art Deco Burr Walnut Compact Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
An Art Deco 1930's burr walnut compact wardrobe Featuring a pull out rail and shelves
Wood, Walnut
Vintage Art Deco Burr Walnut Compact Compactum Wardrobe, 1940s
Located in South Shields, GB
An Art Deco 1930's burr walnut compact wardrobe Featuring a pull out rail and shelves
Wood, Walnut
Vintage Art Deco Burr Walnut Compact Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
An Art Deco 1930's burr walnut compact wardrobe Featuring a clothes and shoe rail, shelves and drawers
Wood, Walnut
Vintage Art Deco Burr Walnut Compact Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
An Art Deco 1930's burr walnut compact wardrobe Featuring a rail to one side and shelves to the other
Wood, Walnut
Vintage Art Deco Burr Walnut Compact Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
An Art Deco 1930's burr walnut compact wardrobe. Featuring two hanging compartments, a compartment with shelves and three drawers
Wood, Walnut
Art Deco Wardrobe Compactum Dressing Chest Vanity Unit Mirror Walnut
Located in Labrit, Landes
Art Deco wardrobe compactum dressing chest vanity unit mirror walnut Quartered and figured walnut door Useful and practical Original mirror Very good vintage condition with minor...
Mirror, Walnut
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H 51.19 in W 32.68 in D 18.51 in
Antique Vintage Art Deco Burr Walnut Compact Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
A vintage walnut Art Deco compactum / compact wardrobe Inside is fitted out with a rail and shelves It also features decorative bakelite handles
Wood, Walnut
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H 59.06 in W 36.62 in D 22.45 in
Antique Vintage Art Deco Burr Walnut Compact Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
A vintage walnut Art Deco compactum / compact wardrobe Inside is fitted out with a rail, drawers compartments and shelves It also features decorative metal handles
Wood, Walnut
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H 65.36 in W 36.62 in D 20.87 in
Antique Vintage Art Deco Burr Walnut Compact Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
A vintage walnut Art Deco compactum / compact wardrobe Inside is fitted out with a pull out rail, coat hooks, drawers and shelves It also features decorative metal latch handle
Wood, Walnut
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H 60.63 in W 33.86 in D 18.12 in
Vintage Art Deco Style Burr Walnut Compact Compactum Wardrobe, 1950s
By Harris Lebus
Located in South Shields, GB
A mid century walnut and oak Art Deco style compactum / compact wardrobe from Harris Lebus - circa 1950's This piece has beautiful inlays to the doors Featuring brass handles In...
Wood, Walnut
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H 89.77 in W 89.97 in D 26.58 in
Large Fine Antique Wardrobe Compactum, English, Walnut, Gillow & Co, Victorian
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large fine antique gentleman's wardrobe compactum. An English, walnut bedroom cabinet by Gillow and Co of Lancaster, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880.
Walnut
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H 60.24 in W 35.83 in D 18.51 in
Antique Vintage Art Deco Burr Walnut Compact Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
An impressive quality, 1930's burr walnut compact wardrobe Featuring a pull out rail to the top and shelves
Wood, Walnut
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H 55.12 in W 29.93 in D 18.12 in
Antique Vintage Art Deco Burr Walnut Compact Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
An impressive quality, 1930's burr walnut compact wardrobe Featuring a rail to the top, shelves and a shoe rack
Wood, Walnut
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H 63.78 in W 36.23 in D 17.33 in
Antique Vintage Art Deco Burr Walnut Compact Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
An impressive quality, 1930's burr walnut compact wardrobe - perfect for a maximalist interior The walnut veneers have been beautifully quarter matched on the doors The interior is...
Wood, Walnut
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H 22.45 in W 39.38 in D 60.24 in
Antique Vintage Art Deco Burr Walnut Compact Compactum Wardrobe, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
An impressive quality, Art Deco 1930's burr walnut compact wardrobe Featuring a rail to one side, shelves and drawers to the other The handles inside and out are chased silvered
Wood, Walnut
Antique Victorian Compactum Combination Wardrobe, 1890s
Located in South Shields, GB
A large and impressive Victorian mahogany wardrobe, dating to the mid–late 19th century, retaining its original crowned “VR” (Victoria Regina) lock. (There is no key present) This ...
Walnut
Antique Edwardian Compactum Combination Wardrobe, 1900s
Located in South Shields, GB
An Edwardian mahogany combination wardrobe or hall robe - circa 1900's. Theres two compartments - one with a clothes rail and coat hooks - the other with a shelf. There are a furthe...
Walnut
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H 66.15 in W 36.23 in D 17.33 in
Antique Vintage Art Deco Burr Walnut Compact Compactum Wardrobe Tallboy, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
A vintage walnut Art Deco compactum / compact wardrobe Inside is fitted out with a pull out rail and shelves It also features decorative bakelite handles
Wood, Walnut
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H 61.82 in W 34.26 in D 18.12 in
Antique Vintage Art Deco Style Burr Walnut Compact Compactum Wardrobe, 1950s
Located in South Shields, GB
A vintage walnut Art Deco compactum / compact wardrobe Inside is fitted out with a rail and there are two drawers to the bottom It also features decorative metal handles
Wood, Walnut
Large Arts and Crafts Wardrobe Compactum, Dismantles
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large Arts and Crafts Wardrobe Compactum, Dismantles This Large Mirrored Wardrobe has 3 sections, 2 mirror doors on either side enclosing a good size hanging space and the centre se...
Walnut
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H 59.85 in W 35.83 in D 20.08 in
Vintage Art Deco Burr Walnut Compact Compactum Wardrobe from Heals, 1930s
By Heal's
Located in South Shields, GB
A beautiful quality Art Deco 1930's burr walnut compact wardrobe from Heals. Featuring a clothes and shoe rail, coat hooks, shelves and drawers with metal handles. The external hand...
Wood, Walnut
Vintage Art Deco Style Compactum Wardrobe, 1950s
Located in South Shields, GB
An Art Deco style mahogany compact wardrobe, circa 1950s Featuring a cupboard with shelves and a hanging rail To the outside there are two drawers The piece stands on Queen Anne st...
Wood, Walnut
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H 90.56 in W 72.05 in D 21.66 in
Antique Triple Wardrobe, Scottish, Oak, Compactum, Victorian, circa 1870
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique triple wardrobe. A Scottish, oak and burr walnut compactum dating to the mid-Victorian period of the 19th century, circa 1870.
Oak, Walnut
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H 78.94 in W 63.39 in D 25.99 in
Maple & Co circa 1880 Burr Walnut Triple Bank Compactum Wardrobe Part of a Suite
By Maple & Co.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this very fine, Maple & Co London, Burr Walnut triple bank, compactum wardrobe with heavily carved cabriolet legs and details throughout which is part of a ...
Walnut
$4,829Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 23.63 in Dm 27.56 in
Rezzonico chandelier 5 arms clear Murano glass, multicolor details by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Venezia, Veneto
Kia Ora chandelier 5 lights clear Murano glass with blue and ruby trims, multicolour vitreous paste details. Kia Ora is the combination of the traditional Venetian structure with g...
Blown Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
$4,550
H 71 in W 61.25 in D 21.5 in
Early 19th Century Antique Original Painted Break Down Armoire from Germany
Located in Round Top, TX
This impressive original painted large armoire or "German Shrunk" was built in the traditional manner to "break down" into 2 sections, making it easier to transport and install, all ...
Wood, Paint
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
CASTLE Wardrobe
By House of Hackney
Located in New York, NY
No castle would be complete without a wardrobe in which to keep your royal robes (aka your pyjamas). A majestically beautiful addition to your dream bedroom, this piece is handcrafte...
Wood
Heavily Carved Pine Armoire from Austria, dated 1815
Located in Round Top, TX
Extensive hand carved details abound in this small scale two door pine armoire. Note the carved tassels, central cherub face, grapes & vines, flourishes and more throughout this armo...
Pine, Paint
Italian 18th Century Painted Wardrobe in Folk Art Style
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An 18th century painted wardrobe from northern Italy, displaying a particular Tyrolean-Germanic folk art style of marriage furniture, hence the charming illustrations to celebrate th...
Iron
Vintage Two Door Burl Wardrobe
Located in Denver, CO
Vintage one-of-a-kind, custom made wardrobe in an Art Deco style Maple burl veneered doors and sides stained in a rich Walnut tone Beautiful curved sides and molding Interior tr...
Wood, Maple, Birdseye Maple, Burl
Maple Art Deco Bur Walnut Compact Shelved Wardrobe
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Maple Art Deco Bur Walnut Compact Shelved Wardrobe This Very Stylish Double wardrobe has an arch shaped top and it is set on small cabriole legs The right hand side of the wardrobe...
Walnut
Art Deco Wardrobe Armoire Cabinet, Circa 1940's France
Located in North York, ON
This stunning Art Deco wardrobe armoire, made in France circa 1940s, is crafted from rich Macassar wood and finished in a polished high-gloss that highlights its luxurious grain. Bol...
Brass
Stunning Art Deco 4 door Wardrobe (flatpack)
Located in Barnstaple, GB
Here we have a truly exceptional example of an Art Deco 4 door wardrobe in breathtaking Bubinga waterfall Veneers, fabulous markings to the front and sides and a lovely honey colour....
Bubinga
$10,092
H 77.96 in W 102.37 in D 23.63 in
1930s Venetian Baroque Wardrobe, by Testolini Freres in Walnut decored and Briar
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Precious 1930s Venetian Baroque cupboard wardrobe, by Testolini Freres Venice, in hand-carved walnut yellow decored and burl walnut, with central mirror . Interior upholstered in ora...
Velvet, Mirror, Burl, Walnut
$20,021
H 100 in W 90 in D 22.5 in
A W N Pugin. Gothic Revival Four Door Pitch Pine Wardrobe with Linenfold Panels
By Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin
Located in London, GB
A W N Pugin. Made by John Gregory Crace. A rare Gothic Revival four-door pitch pine wardrobe with hand-carved fleur de ley finials flanked with castellated hand-carved details to the...
Pine
$4,070Sale Price|20% Off
H 75.2 in W 74.41 in D 27.56 in
Outstanding Quality Antique Victorian Carved Oak Sideboard
Located in Suffolk, GB
Outstanding quality antique Victorian carved oak sideboard having a moulded cornice above a carved oak frieze supported by two turned reeded carved oak columns, bevelled edge mirror ...
Oak
Gothic Revival Mahogany Dressing Table
Located in Cheshire, GB
Gothic Revival dressing table, the rectangular mirror plate encased in moulded frame supported on stylised gothic arms above two banks of drawers. To the large rectangular mahogany t...
Wood
$17,000
H 106 in W 74 in D 30.25 in
18th Century French Louis XV Walnut Armoire Lyonnaise with Carved Doors
Located in Dallas, TX
Place this impressive antique Armoire Lyonnaise in a bedroom, salon, or family room to anchor the space with authentic 18th century French presence. Crafted in Lyon circa 1760, the c...
Walnut
$132,557Sale Price|20% Off
H 90.95 in W 61.03 in D 77.56 in
IMPORTANT BISHOP JAMES STANLEY 1508 KING HENRY VII ENGLiSH OAK TUDOR TESTER BED
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very rare and highly important, Museum quality, English Tudor King Henry VII Oak tester bed made for an...
Oak
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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