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Wardrobes and Armoires For Sale
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Style: Folk Art
Enrico & Paolo Borghi High Sideboard in Mahogany with Carved Doors
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Enrico & Paolo Borghi, sideboard, mahogany, oak, Italy, 1950s
Admirable high sideboard in mahogany with carved doors by Italian duo Enrico & Paolo Borghi, manufactured in the 1950s ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Mahogany, Oak
Bamboo/Rattan and Brass Wardrobe by Dal Vera, Italy, 1970s
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Beautiful rattan and bamboo vintage wardrobe made by Dal Vera in Italy in the 1960s. It has a double opening doors to hanging space. Brass handles complete the look. A great vintage ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Edward Wormley, Cabinet, Walnut, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A sizeable walnut wardrobe or cabinet designed by Edward Wormley and produced by Dunbar, Berne, Indiana, USA, c. 1950s.
Interior has glass shelving and backside has round air grids ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Walnut
Original Painted Single Door Armoire from Austria, dated 1834
Located in Round Top, TX
This lovely painted armoire still maintains the quality and details of the original hand-painted finish. The soft, gentle colors with delightful floral motifs are beautifully executed.
Notice the four panels of flowers in the door against a traditional faux wood brown background. Striking in this armoire is the lovely landscape painting along the lower drawer.
Impressive painting continues along the large canted sides while the date of 1834 and monogram of MM are seen under the crown.
Note the Christogram, "IHS" painted between the iron key hole and decorative iron pull.
Even the lock and key system (still functioning, 1 key included) speak to the high quality of the craftsmanship of this armoire.
This original painted single door...
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Mid-19th Century Austrian Folk Art Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wood, Paint
Sculpted Armoire Cabinet by John Kapel for Glenn of California, 1960s, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful Mid-Century Modern walnut armoire cabinet was designed by John Kapel for Glenn of California. Designed and produced in the 1960s, this example is signed with a Glenn of California medallion in one drawer.
This beautiful bedroom wardrobe cabinet features nicely grained walnut contrasted with black trim and plinth base, signature softly sculpted handles, which open to reveal a hinged mirror with additional hidden storage behind, several cubby spaces for storage and three pull out drawers.
Glenn of California was at the forefront of a new West Coast modernist design movement from the late 1940s through the 1960s. Other notable designers who designed for Glenn of California include Greta Magnusson-Grossman, Milo Baughman, Paul Laszlo, Stanley Young, and Kipp Stewart.
Consider using this classic Mid-Century Modern armoire cabinet by John Kappel...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Walnut
Witco Style Pulaski Oceanic Mid Century Highboy Dresser
Located in Countryside, IL
Witco Style Pulaski Oceanic Mid Century Highboy Dresser
This highboy measures: 44.25 wide x 19 deep x 61.5 inches high
All pieces of furniture ca...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wood
Lane Staccato Mid Century Oak Brutalist Mirrored Armoire
Located in Countryside, IL
Lane Staccato Mid Century Oak Brutalist Mirrored Armoire
This armoire measures: 36 wide x 19 deep x 63.5 inches high
All pieces of furniture can...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Mirror, Oak
20th Century Large Exotic Embossed Leather Vertical Valet Wardrobe Trunk
Located in Encinitas, CA
Mid century embossed leather steamer trunk on caster wheels, with brass plated hardware. A vertical trunk - a royal traveling companion functioning as a...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Jack Cartwright for Founders Mid Century Walnut Armoire
Located in Countryside, IL
Jack Cartwright for Founders Mid Century Walnut Armoire
This armoire measures: 42 wide x 18 deep x 45.25 inches high
All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vin...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Walnut
Edmond Spence Mid Century Maple Highboy Dresser
Located in Countryside, IL
Edmond Spence Mid Century Maple Highboy Dresser
This highboy measures: 44.25 wide x 18.25 deep x 45.75 inches high
All pieces of furniture can ...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Metal
Inlaid Rosewood Wardrobe from Dassi, 1950s
By Dassi
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Closet of great quality brings 2 mirrors in the center, the doors are rounded and finely inlaid with veins of rosewood selection, geometric designs, create a luxurious optical effect...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
shelf unit italian national walnut of 1970 made by company mobilia
By Mobilia
Located in Medesano, IT
Step into the 70's with our Italian National Walnut Shelf Unit, crafted by Mobilia Company! A perfect blend of function, style and a dash of nostalgia, it's more than just a piece of...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Walnut
Lane Staccato Brutalist Midcentury Oak Armoire
Located in Countryside, IL
Lane Staccato Brutalist Mid Century Oak Armoire
This armoire measures: 36 wide x 19 deep x 63.25 inches high
All pieces of furniture can ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century Swedish Cabinet by Carl-Axel Acking for Nordiska Kompaniet, 1953
Located in Saint Leonards-on-sea, England
Mid-Century, Scandinavian Modern, Design Classics.
A stunning cabinet in two-tone birch and walnut designed by Carl-Axel Acking for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1940s. Comes with a ke...
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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Birch
Post Modern Woodgrain Laminate and Chrome Armoire
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Incredible vintage postmodern armoire with three spacious drawers. Features a Woodgrain glossy laminate with a silver edge and chrome handles.
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Chrome
Gianfranco Frattini wardrobe for Esposizione Permanente Mobil Cantù, 1950s
Located in Parma, IT
Gianfranco Frattini for Esposizione Permanente Mobil Cantù from the 1950s.
3-door wardrobe in rosewood with original vipla lining with iridescent stripes.
Curved handles, uprights and doors with brass details, wooden and brass clothes hanger...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Lane Staccato Walnut Midcentury 5 Drawer Highboy Dresser
Located in Countryside, IL
Lane Staccato Walnut midcentury 5 Drawer Highboy Dresser
This highboy measures: 38 wide x 19 deep x 54 inches high
All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored v...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Walnut
Oak Balboa Cabinet by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Balboa Tall Cabinet features two doors wrapped in a brass band which extrude out to become an elegant hand tooled brass pull. The case is available in American walnut or white oa...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Pair of French Double Brass Lattice Carved Doors Storage Cabinets Dressers MINT!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of French Double Brass Lattice Carved Doors Storage Cabinets Dressers Bachelor Chests Drawers MINT!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Walnut
French Pine Armoire Two Doors Wardrobe Shelves & Drawers, circa 1950
Located in Labrit, Landes
French asymmetrical armoire with wardrobe, shelves and drawers.
A little part on the top of the left part can be used has an exhibition shelf.
A metal rod to complete the wardrobe pa...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Metal
Rare Carl Auböck Coat Rack With Hat Rack, Wardrobe, Brass, Walnut & Beech, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
An elegant modernist wall-mounted coat rack from the 1950s. An original and old vintage object, designed and executed by the Austrian architect and designer Carl Auböck. This is a un...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Rare Arne Vodder Armoire / Bar Cabinet in Danish Modern Teak
Located in Kensington, MD
Stunning and hard to come by Danish Modern armoire designed by Arne Vodder. Plenty of storage for all of your wardrobe needs and gorgeous to beho...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Teak
Kent Coffey Perspecta Midcentury Walnut and Rosewood Armoire/Highboy
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Wilton, CT
Offering a sweet piece of nostalgia with this iconic Kent Coffey Perspecta midcentury Armoire/Highboy. Started in 1907 in North Carolina, the Kent Coffey company rose in popularity i...
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1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Rosewood, Walnut
20th Century Danish Akuma Walnut Wardrobe, Vintage Buffet by Hadsten Träindustri
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A light-brown, vintage Mid-Cenutry modern Danish wardrobe, armoire made of hand crafted polished Walnut designed by Hadsten Träindustri and produced by Akuma, in good condition. The ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Metal
Witco Style Pulaski Oceanic Mid Century Highboy Dresser Armoire
Located in Countryside, IL
Witco Style Pulaski Oceanic Mid Century Highboy Dresser Armoire
This highboy measures: 48.25 wide x 19 deep x 52 inches high
All pieces of furnit...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern White Wooden Wardrobe Set by Carlo de Carli for Fiarm, 1970s
By Fiarm, Carlo De Carli
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern White Wooden Wardrobe Set by Carlo de Carli for Fiarm, 1970s.
Unique and rare wardrobe set in white lacquered wood by the Italian Designer Carlo de Carli, produ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Chrome
A MODERNIST Wardrobe CABINET in the Spirit of ALAIN RICHARD & ARP, France 1950
Located in PARIS, FR
An elegant small wardrobe, Modernist, Bauhaus, Reconstruction, veneer wood structure in clear warm color, a large door opening on the shelving system, with four drawers, one writing desk and shelves with...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Metal
Kai Kristiansen Modular Wall Unit in Rosewood
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Kai Kristiansen
Manufacturer: FM
Era: 1960s
Materials: Rosewood
Measurements: 33.5" wide x 16" deep x 20" tall (Largest Case)
33" wide x 92" tall (Wall Pa...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Rosewood
Up to Five Carl Aubock Large Brass Double Wall Coat Hooks #4056, Austria, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Up to five large charming Minimalis wall coat hooks, model #4056, designed and executed in the 1950s by Carl Aubock workshop, Vienna/Austria. These are authentic, vintage wall hooks...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
D-Scan "Captain" Midcentury Teak Wardrobe
By D-Scan
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bring home genuine mid-century modern design with this tremendous gentleman's chest from D-Scan's iconic "Captain" series. Showcasing a broad, rich teak grain, round brass campaign p...
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Mid-20th Century Singaporean Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Metal, Brass
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Midcentury Rosewood and Brass Armoire
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin midcentury Rosewood and Brass Armoire
This armoire measures: 36 wide x 18.25 deep x 66 inches high
All pieces of furniture can be had in what w...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
René Gabriel Patinated Oak Armoire France, 1940
By Rene Gabriel
Located in Almelo, NL
René Gabriel Patinated Oak Armoire France, 1940
This French oak armoire was designed by René Gabriel in the 1940s as part of a collection of emergency furniture created to furnish...
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1940s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Oak
A Large "RECONSTRUCTION" Wardrobe by JOSEPH-ANDRE MOTTE, CHARRON, France 1950
Located in PARIS, FR
A large wardrobe with a rational storage system, with 4 doors, one of them holding a mirror creating a beautiful asymmetry; Moderniste, Reconstruction, structure in wood veneer set ...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Metal, Bronze
Charles Dudouyt Mid-Century Two Doors Cabinet
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Raw oak sculpted cabinet by Charles Dudouyt in a bleached finish.
France c. 1950.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Oak
1970´S Modular Wardrobe "Arán" by Jordi Vilanova, Whiten Pitch Pine - Barcelona
Located in Girona, ES
Modular wardrobe "Arán" in whiten pitch pine, one base block with two drawers (could be on top) and the main block with two doors, shelf and rod insid...
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1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Pine
Wardrobe Coat Rack Clothes Stand Roland Rainer, Vienna, Black Iron Nickel, 1956
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
This very rare and iconic piece of furniture is one of the most sought after Austrian Post War Designs and has been designed by Roland Rainer the most fa...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Metal, Iron, Nickel
1960s Design Guillerme & Chambron Oak and Ceramic Wardrobe "Gemini" Model
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Wardrobe - secretary Gemini wood and ceramic Boleslaw Danikowski design 1960s by Guillerme and Chambron (the famous trio of artists-ceramists and designers from Lille for the edition...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Ceramic, Oak
Large Wardrobe designed by Alfred Hendrickx, 1960s for Belform, Belgium
Located in Antwerp, BE
This minimalist wardrobe is designed by the Belgian designer Alfred Hendrickx for Belform. Dating from 1961. This closet features two sliding doors with detailed inlay handles. On th...
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1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wood
Mid Century Chifferobe Wardrobe by Stanley
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional mid century wardrobe by noted American furniture maker, marked Distinctive Furniture by Stanley.
The chest features an unusual wardrobe section which opens from the side, flanked by a bank of five deep drawers, providing ample storage for both hanging and folding clothes...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Metal
Lane Perception Midcentury Walnut Highboy Dresser
Located in Countryside, IL
Lane Perception midcentury Walnut Highboy Dresser
This highboy measures: 40 wide x 19 deep x 48.25 inches high
All pieces of furniture ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Walnut
Austrian Midcentury Beechwood and Blackened Brass Wall Coat Rack by Carl Auböck
Located in Vienna, AT
This sought after Austrian midcentury wall mounted coat rack was designed by the Austrian architect and designer Carl Auböck in the ...
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Vintage Italian Wardrobe Silvio Cavatorta, 1950s
Located in Biella, IT
Silvio Cavatorta design wardrobe vintage years ’50 production sc rome in perfect vintage condition, rare.
Dimensions : 120 inches (long) x 74" (high) x 26" (deep).
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Vintage 2 Door Wardrobe in Wicker Cane, Rattan and Bamboo by Dal Vera, 1970s
By Dal Vera
Located in Roma, IT
A vintage wardrobe made in Italy between the 1960s and the 1970s and attributable to "Dal Vera" company.
It has a solid wooden structure covered in...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Albert Parvin American Martinsville MCM Walnut Brass Highboy Gentlemen Chest
Located in Countryside, IL
Albert Parvin for American of Martinsville midcentury Walnut and Brass Highboy Gentlemen's Chest Dresser
This gentlemen's chest measures: 38 wide x 18.5 deep x 48.5 inches high
...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Tobago Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Armoire Highboy Dresser
Located in Countryside, IL
Tobago Brutalist Mid Century Walnut Armoire Highboy Dresser
This highboy measures: 40.5 wide x 21.5 deep x 72 inches high
All pieces...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Walnut
Helen Hobey Baker Midcentury Walnut Brutalist Armoire
Located in Countryside, IL
Helen Hobey Baker midcentury walnut Brutalist armoire
This armoire measures: 44 wide x 21.5 deep x 55 inches high
All pieces ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Metal
Jack Cartwright Style Ramseur Midcentury Walnut and Brass Highboy Dresser
Located in Countryside, IL
Jack Cartwright Style Ramseur midcentury walnut and brass highboy dresser
This highboy measures: 44 wide x 18 deep x 45.5 inches high
All pieces of furniture can be had in what...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Guillerme & Chambron Highboard in Oak with Carved Doors
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, wardrobe, oak, France, 1960s.
This grandiose armoire is a good example of excellent woodwork by virtue of the well-designed construction base...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Oak
Extremely Rare Lane Altavista Gentleman's Chest / Armoire, Mahogany & Rosewood
Located in Buffalo, NY
Extremely rare Lane Altavista, Gentleman's Chest / Armoire, flamed ribbon mahogany, rosewood and brass hand-pulls. Maple or birch interior, Classic modernist design. Truly stunning i...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Mahogany, Rosewood
1950s Vintage Walnut Wardrobe by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag
Located in London, GB
A beautifully designed and extremely well made vintage wardrobe in walnut. This was made in England, and dates from the 1950-1960s.
It was designed by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag’s C Range...
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1950s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Mirror, Walnut
United Diamond Midcentury Walnut Highboy Dresser
Located in Countryside, IL
United Diamond midcentury walnut highboy dresser.
This highboy measures: 72 wide x 19 deep x 31 inches high.
All pieces of furniture can be had in what w...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Walnut
Lane Mid Century Burlwood Armoire
Located in Countryside, IL
Lane Mid Century Burlwood armoire
This armoire measures: 42 wide x 18 deep x 58 inches high
All pieces of furniture can be had in what we c...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Burl
Mid-Century Modern Paul Evans Style Lane Pueblo Brutalist Walnut Armoire Chest
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional Paul Evans style Mid-Century Modern brutalist walnut armoire dresser from the Lane Furniture "Pueblo" Collection.
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wood, Walnut
French Modern Tall Blonde Parquetry Cabinet, Mini Armoire W/ Nickel Trim
Located in New York City, NY
A French sycamore wood tall and versatile highboy / wardrobe/ cabinet.
Its geometric parquetry inlaid front adds a touch of elegance with patterns of diamonds and cubes. This sculptural cabinet is adorned with an artistic tapered molding that extends beyond the main body, creating visual interest. A vertical band of shiny nickeled bronze runs down the center, adding a touch of modernity to its design. At the center of the cabinet, there are large decorative escutcheons in the shape of a diamond, perfectly complementing its overall aesthetic.
The cabinet is topped with a mirror and ends with short splayed legs, finished in nickel.
Its spacious interior boasts two large compartments. One side features five slide-out drawers, while the other contains open shelving, making it perfect for storing and catering to one's needs. Standing tall and boasting a sophisticated appearance, this warm blonde wood cabinet is both unusual and practical.
It can be used as a meuble d'appui, mini armoire...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Nickel
Mid-Century Modern Sannemann Danish Bachelor Wardrobe Chest
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sannemann Danish Bachelor Wardrobe Chest
Beautiful Danish teak chest made by Sannemann. There are five drawers and a wardrobe closet.
Circa 1970
...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Teak
Important cabinet by Paolo Buffa production Arrighi in glass and wood
Located in Milano, IT
Important closet cabinet by Paolo Buffa for Arrighi's 1950s Italian production. The wardrobe is a great product of rare beauty , it is a priceless piece...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Studio Craft Handmade Tall Dresser Wardrobe Style of Nakashima
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Stunning Mid-Century Modern Studio Craft custom handmade tall 3 drawer dresser wardrobe style of Nakashima. Very clean all original 2 section Wardrobe - lower dresser with upper wardrobe cabinet. Beautiful sculpted Minimalist design. All lower drawers slide very smooth. Top section is wide open with 2 doors with handing handles and one center brass hang bar...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Set of 3 Vintage 1950s Hangers for Clothes
Located in Premariacco, IT
Set of three vintage hangers from the 1950s, entirely in wood with iron hanger.
Solid and robust, they can also be used as furnishing and design elemen...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Iron
Antique and Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires for Sale on 1stDibs
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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