Metal Wardrobes and Armoires

A lovely French armoire in walnut with arched bonnet, fluted astragal between the two paneled doors with parquetry decorating the middle panel of each, and resting on carved escargot...

A very rare pair of faux wood-grain painted tole metal armoires.

Dated from 1950s, designed by Vladimir Kagan and manufactured by Kagan-Dreyfuss Inc, New York, this rarely seen model of armoire features an elegant bleached mahogany exterior with metal legs and an fitted interior with shelves and drawers. The simple form was punctuated by the use of a pair of oversized pulls...

A large cabinet with parquetry design by Jules Leleu Paris, Model no. 4178. Designed in 1951 and this example is dated to 1953. Functioning as an Armoire for wardrobe, the cabinet fe...

French mid-century light brown lacquered Atelier Sain et Tambuté, Paris two-door armoire cabinet with bronze rope trim and door lock plate on gilt cylindrical feet with a Siena marbl...

Italian Neo-Classic (Last quarter 18th Century) cream painted and silver gilt trimmed armoire with 2 doors and resting on ogee feet (with 3 shelve...

Swedish Art Deco two-door cabinet which hovers on a plinth and is veneered with mahogany and horizontal bands of Macassar ebony. A decorative steel circular plate covers the lock mec...

Dessin Fournir's Ricci cabinet exemplifies the finest American craftsmanship. Solid glossy walnut with patinated brass hardware and fixtures it is a customized taller version of the ...

Tall cabinet or small armoire with two doors above two drawers by Widdicomb in an ebonized mahogany finish. Fantastic Asian insprired brass handles and inset pulls on the drawers, wi...

Dating from the mid-late 1700s, featuring three large brass hinges on each door, long detailed escutcheons, three interior shelves and three drawers, one with a key. Beautiful patina...

The rectangular plank top mounted with iron strap hinges, dated 1650.  

Beautifully outfitted wardrobes/chests of drawers in mahogany, doors with inset leather and brass bands, by Harvey Probber, American 1950s (label in drawer reads "designed by Harvey ...

American Hepplewhite tiger maple armoire with Palladian cornice, flanking recessed paneled doors, single lower case drawer with the original brasse...

A large Dutch or German cabinet in walnut with bun feet, recessed paneled doors and moulded cornice, originating during the 19th century.

Outstanding pair of Art Deco cabinets or armoires in the manner of Sue et Mare. These examples of fine cabinet making exhibit mortise and tenon construction throughout utilizing sati...

An outstanding 18th Century Danish paint decorated and profusely carved kas or armoire, the double domed to with rich faux marble arched cove moldings, the front with two applied car...

French Provincial Walnut two door hinged armoire with scrolled floral & shell carving , original polished steel hardware, brass escutcheons, and terminating on cabriole feet. Late 18...

American Walnut hinged Armoire with a carved molded cornice, arched paneled doors, flanking acanthus carved bulbous columns, interior removable shelving, and resting on the original ...

A red and black armoire with calligraphy and brass hardware from 1800s, China. This Chinese armoire is made of red and black painted wood with brass hardware, and its doors are adorned by beautiful calligraphy. This armoire displays a rectangular shape with an overhanging top. Its front legs are supported by two wavy carved planks. The bottom section of this cabinet features two square doors with brass hinges and lock, surmounted by three drawers with brass bail handles. The upper section showcases two tall doors with black painted panels with gold colored Chinese calligraphy. These doors open thanks to a simple brass lockset on narrow brass plates. Inside the black painted interior features two shelves and two hidden drawers. This 19th century red and black Chinese armoire...

A masterful three-sectioned wardrobe in bleached mahogany. Having a central seven-bank of drawers and flanking closets-one with adjustable glass shelves, the other with shelving and ...

An exceptional quality armoire with superior color and carving.  From the Bresse region of France with design and construction motifs and characteristics unique to this region. The b...

Armoire has bronze hardware. Locking doors; one door has glass. Four adjustable moveable shelves and one stationary shelf. Bookend matched mahogany veneer.

This large and unusual Anglo-Chinese, turn-of-the century elmwood armoire displays accordion openwork doors with two drawers within and five drawers below. The well grained refinished wood ensures an excellent condition to this display cabinet, which is lacquered in a warm brown red color. The doors are simply adorned with recessed panels, and have brass locks reflecting traditional Chinese hardware...

FAPG 19959D/2 Gothic Revival armoire New York, about 1835-1840 Mahogany, with brass hardware Measure: 104 in. high, 73 in. wide, 30 in. deep Exhibited: Hirschl & Adler Galleries, New York, 2011–12, The World of Duncan Phyfe: The Arts of New York, 1800–1847, p. 89 no. 45 illus. 89 Ex coll.: Private collection (probably R. H. Selstadt, Big Stone Gap, Virginia) Although no specific pieces of Gothic furniture documented as by Duncan Phyfe have come to light, there is considerable evidence that he, like various of his contemporaries in New York, embraced the Gothic style. For example, the catalogue of the Halliday & Jenkins auction sale of the contents of Phyfe’s furniture ware rooms, which was held on site at 192 and 194 Fulton Street, New York, on April 16 and 17, 1847, included a “mahogany centre table Gothic gilt pillar and Egyptian marble top” (Halliday & Jenkins, p. 3 no. 63); “12 mahogany Gothic chairs...

Austrian Biedermeier Burl Walnut & Mahogany cask with carved molded edge cornice, flanking book matched hinged doors, tulip wood inlays, satinwood inlays, original steel engraved loc...

Chromed metal mounted rosewood cabinet, each door opening to reveal 4 adjustable shelves, 8 shelves in total.

French Walnut inlaid star blind door cask with carved molded edge cornice, centered floral shell medallion, flanking intertwined ribbon, floral, fruit, and tassel motifs, original ir...

French carved wild cherry armoire with scallop shell, laurel leaves and rosettes. Original hardware, scrolled feet and panelled sides. The top panels of the front doors have been ret...

The inside of this armoire has two fixed shelves with side supports in the upper part for two additonal shelves if desired. The shelves are later replacements. There has been a reinf...

This vintage mid century modern teak wood wardrobe or armoire closet cabinet was made by G-Plan in Great Britain circa 1960. The center double doors open on spacious storage with one...

An Italian Provincial style armoire / linen press by Century Furniture, from their Cardella Collection. Cherry wood with decorative brass hardware, crown molding with carved details,...

Grand proportions and beautiful panelling make this antique oak armoire a magnificent find. Made in France circa 1800 in the style of Louis XIV, th...

Stunning wrinkled steel cabinet with mirror polished plating and interior shelving by Omaha-based designer Christopher Prinz. Made to order with a lead time of 10-12 weeks. Available...

This antique Art Deco walnut wood armoire wardrobe cabinet with interior shelves is circa 1930. It is handcrafted from solid wood and burl wood veneer with beautiful matchbook grain ...

Elegant, eye-catching and beautifully crafted, this antique oak armoire casts an enchanting spell. Made in Belgium in the early 19th Century, the design combines a dramatic silhouett...

Equator Furniture Company 18th century Style Spanish Colonial Cabinet Mini Armoire. Equator made furniture utilizing reclaimed barn wood or pieces of Vin...

A 19th century oak armoire produced in France, this majestic wooden chest marries the picturesque to the elegant. Crowned by a molded top, the craftily carved front stands on tiptoed...

A French Transitional style armoire / linen press by Karges, of Evansville, Indiana, USA. Solid wood with distressed gold finish, metal hardware, ornately carved pediment top and bra...

Stunning wrinkled steel cabinet with mirror polished plating and interior shelving by Omaha-based designer, Christopher Prinz. Made to order with a lead time of 10-12 weeks in. Avail...

Important intricately carved tall hand carved French walnut armoire a Deux corps four-door cabinet from France 17th century from the Renaissance p...

Standing at nearly nine feet high, this rare solid wood armoire or Buffet de château originating from the 18th century is an excellent example of French furniture during the 1700s. With a wonderfully rich patina, this large beautiful piece features intricate carvings throughout. The most unique feature is the bonnet with a bas relief which shows a carved Vanitas scene of a child resting upon a skull and book above a pair of intricately carved double doors. It can be used as a wardrobe or large moveable cupboard with doors and shelves for storing clothing or even perhaps a media cabinet. Rare, Louis XV period armoires such as this are the epitome of French Provincial furniture. They are increasingly difficult to find in this condition, especially with their original hardware, for it was often removed and melted down for ammunition during the unrest of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. This armoire or cabinet is monumental in size and weight. The main case of the piece is rectangular in shape. The bonnet cornice top or domed crown sits snuggly on top of two large scalloped paneled hinged doors. The double doors are elaborately carved with center medallions and open to reveal the inside which includes adjustable shelves and drawer for storage. This wardrobe sits upon 2 cabriole legs in the front and two block legs in the back. Looking underneath the piece, at the bottom, you can see that the wood has been laid out and crafted in a way that resembles a cross. (See photos) Definitely a religious piece. It also features bow tie joints. Original grain can be seen and mortise and tenon joints. This wardrobe exhibits historically accurate carvings with lovely symbolic details throughout and vividly demonstrates the excitement of the period. The center cartouche at the top of the bonnet is embellished by a vanitas theme carved child resting in repose on a bed with a book, and a skull without a jaw underneath. This is commonly known as Vanitas or Memento Mori in Latin, meaning "Remember You Will Die". This sentiment is the Medieval Latin Christian theory and practice of reflection on mortality, especially as a means of considering the vanity of earthly life and the transient nature of all earthly goods and pursuits. It also resembles Eros. Traditionally, the skull represents death, evil, fear, and mortality, but it can also symbolize the complete opposite: protection, power, and gratitude toward life. Which points to the French custom of a father's gift to his newborn daughter. The crafting or purchase of an armoire carved with symbols of plenty and happiness stayed with her throughout her life and was used to store her trousseau in her own home once she married. Regardless of its symbolism, the skull stands as a constant reminder that no one can escape death. For example, the appearance of skulls on some Christian rosaries is said to reflect the Latin expression Memento Mori, meaning ‘remember that you shall die.’ Below this beautiful figural carving are two large domed doors also with intricate carvings The carvings are very well-articulated and in wonderful condition for the age. A serpentine apron features a beautifully carved rocaille (Rococo shell) cartouche and foliate. Original hand forged mountings and double-bolt locking mechanisms characterize this brilliant 18th-century furnishing and tell the story of the time period. The two massive doors feature a beautiful, intricate steel locking mechanism stamped with the Fleur de Lys which signifies that the piece was crafted either for the nobility or royalty. The first armoires appeared in France during the latter half of the 17th century and were most often the dominant feature of the home. These large cupboards were used to hold a family’s belongings from linens to clothing to silver and even food. Originating in France, the French provincial style was born of the ornate Louis XV and Rococo. However, it was crafted by furniture makers in the provinces, outside of the cities. By nature, its beauty relies more on form, function and available materials, and less on ostentatious decorative elements, such as gilding or intricate marquetry. Pieces of this time period were carved with great artistry and skill, yet were made to be functional and long-lasting. One of the most significant features of fine Provincial armoires are the locks and hinges. Because these cupboards were a very important part of the household, little expense was spared in outfitting them with the finest hardware. Long ornate hinges and elaborately scrolled escutcheons were an integral part of the overall design of the armoire. Often, the hinges, lock, and key cost more to produce than the armoire itself. The expense of such a grand armoire was enormous and it often served as an indication of a family's wealth and social standing. As their wealth and possessions grew, armoires were added to the household and it was not unusual for a wealthy family to have several armoires. This beautiful piece could be used as an armoire, wardrobe, linen chest, cabinet or storage cupboard. Or perhaps as a TV entertainment center...

Global glamour. Crafted from nickel-plated metal with hand-stamped patterns applied to Minimalist and modernist forms. The surface is reminiscent of silver leaf—it emits that same lu...