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Wardrobes and Armoires For Sale
1970s Golden Brass Garment Rack, Clothing Stand Rail, Dress Hanger, Italy
Located in Carimate, Como
Vintage 1970s Italian stylish and polished shiny brass hanger stand, with Classic carved column and decorated top finals, standing on 4 brass covered wheels. A great piece that perfe...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Wardrobes and Armoires

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Brass

LARGE ANTIQUE ART DECO CIRCA 1930's SATIN WALNUT DOUBLE WARDROBE PART OF SUITE
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely satin Walnut Art Deco circa 1930's large double wardrobe which is part of a suite Please note t...
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1930s English Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires

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Walnut

Alfonso Marina French Louis XIII Rosewood Marquetry Inlay Armoire Linen Press
Located in Dayton, OH
A breathtaking wardrobe by Alfonso Marina. Drawing inspiration from 18th Century designs with French Louis XIII and Spanish Colonial styling. The armoire is constructed from rosewood...
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Late 20th Century Louis XIII Wardrobes and Armoires

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Rosewood

20th C. Antique Continental, Parcel Gilt & Paint Decorated Armoire
Located in Austin, TX
Gorgeous Antique Armoire, Wardrobe, Continental, Parcel Gilt & Paint Decorated, 20th C! This antique wardrobe is a beautiful example of Continental craftsmanship. With a solid wood ...
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20th Century European Other Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood

Antique French Louis XIV Style Kingwood Two-Door Curio Wardrobe C1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Ask About Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Reliable Professional Service & Fully Insured*** An antique French Louis XIV style curio Wardrobe offers kingwood construction with arc...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Wardrobes and Armoires

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Kingwood, Glass

Antique French Art Deco Macassar Ebony Wood Armoire Cabinet 1940s
Located in Detroit, MI
This exquisite antique Art Deco wooden wardrobe armoire cabinet was made in France circa 1940. This tall cabinet is impeccably handcrafted from solid wood and Macassar Ebony veneer w...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires

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Steel, Chrome

Pair of Wardrobes, Austro Hungarian, Viennese secession style, 1900s
Located in Brussels, BE
Pair of Wardrobes, Austro Hungarian, Viennese secession style, 1900s
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Early 1900s Antique Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood

Italian Midcentury Wardrobe in Parchment by Pier Luigi Colli, 1950s
Located in Traversetolo, IT
This is a splendid wardrobe designed by Pierluigi Colli and crafted in Turin in the first half of the 1900s. The attention to detail is remarkable, with a plethora of exquisite featu...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires

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Mirror, Maple, Parchment Paper

20th Century Italian white shabby Wardrobe with one door
Located in Buggiano, IT
20th Century Italian shabby white Wardrobe with one door and drawer. Inside there is a clothes rail and it is finished with shellac and wax in light walnut colour. Remember that t...
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20th Century Italian Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires

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Fir

SMALL ANTIQUE ART DECO CIRCA 1930's SATIN WALNUT DOUBLE WARDROBE PART OF SUITE
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely satin Walnut Art Deco circa 1930's small double wardrobe which is part of a suite Please note t...
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1930s English Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires

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Walnut

Chinese Black and Gold and Hand Painted Armoire/Chest of Drawers
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Experience the beauty of traditional Chinese art with this Black and Gold Hand Painted Armoire/Chest of Drawers. Featuring a rich black background with luxurious gold hand-painted mo...
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1980s Taiwanese Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood

Swedish Gustavian Style 1850s Gray Painted Wardrobe with Doors and Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Gustavian style painted wood wardrobe from circa 1850 with two doors and two lower drawers. This Swedish Gustavian style painted wardrobe, crafted circa 1850, manifests the...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood

British Vintage Art Deco Style Oak Wardrobe from Lebus, 1950s
Located in South Shields, GB
A 1950s oak veneer art deco style single door wardrobe from Lebus Featuring a solid oak handle There's a clothes rail inside
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1950s British Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood, Oak

Antique Art Deco Burl Wood Mirrored Armoire Cabinet, 1930s
Located in Detroit, MI
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 ...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Brass

1920's LARGE ART DECO BURR WALNUT DOUBLE WARDROBE J1
Located in Pulborough, GB
Antiques of London We are delighted to offer for sale this 1920s Large Art Deco Burr Walnut Double Wardrobe. A stunning example of 1920's Art Deco design, this large burr walnut ...
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20th Century British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Walnut

Wall Cabinet with Malachite by Pierre De Valck
Located in Geneve, CH
Wall cabinet with Malachite by Pierre De Valck. Dimensions: W 90 x D 22 x H 90cm Materials: Polished bronze with Malachite. Weight: 45 kg. Each piece is unique. Pierre De Valck (199...
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2010s Belgian Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

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Stone, Bronze

19th Century Continental Pine Armoire
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Pine is always warm and beautiful. Lots of charm here.
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19th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires

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Pine

Art Nouveau Hallway Cabinet in Mahogany, 1920
Located in Lüdinghausen, DE
Hallway cabinet restored Art Nouveau around 1920 mahogany cabinet Features: Two-door model with clothes rail and two drawers Very high quality processing Original bar lock Original faceted mirrors Beautiful brass applications The right drawer was missing and was rebuilt Drawer fittings renewed in keeping with the style Quite reduced, factual Art Nouveau design Design according to previous owner by Albert van Huffel...
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20th Century Art Nouveau Wardrobes and Armoires

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Mahogany

Old Built-In Wardrobe Front, Germany, circa 1920
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
Original old built-in wardrobe front with doors from Germany, circa 1920. Original color patina and really special fittings in star shape. Dimension...
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Early 20th Century German Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood

Maple Wardrobe with Leaf and Landscape Decoration, 1950s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Atypical 1950s maple wardrobe. Side doors with leaf decoration and a landscape design in the centre. Beautiful side panels with typical 1950s maple line. The piece of furniture as a ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires

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Maple, Paint

English Art deco gentlemen's Walnut compactum wardrobe
Located in Chelmsford, GB
Original walnut compactom deep door gentleman’s fitted wardrobe model Y This iconic British made and designed wardrobe is in fantastic original condition The interior is fully fitt...
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1920s English Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires

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Walnut

Hand Painted Armoire/Compactum from South of France
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Hand Painted Armoire/Compactum from South of France Beautifully painted and unrestored French Country wardrobe, this is a tall piece with a dome shaped top and 2 doors. Inside on th...
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1930s Folk Art Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires

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Plywood

Mahogany cabinet with drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage cabinet with hinged doors. This elegant cabinet with regular lines features two lockable hinged doors and long tapered legs that slender the figure. Internally it is divided...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires

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Mahogany

French Wardrobe in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vanity, high board or armoire, brass, France, 1960s French large cabinet or wardrobe made in oak with beautiful grain and detailing. With the vividly designed fronts and the functio...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires

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Brass

Outstanding Quality Antique Victorian Figured Mahogany Wardrobe
Located in Suffolk, GB
Outstanding quality antique Victorian figured mahogany wardrobe having an fabulous quality figured and carved mahogany arched top cornice above a pair of figured and carved mahogany ...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires

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Other

Campaign Style Thomasville Furn Mystique 3 Section Modular Queen Bed & Armoires
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful campaign style modular wall unit bedroom or bed set up with side armoires comprised of dark wood, removeable mirrors, lights, full/queen headboard, and brass hardware by Thomasville Furniture. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. The top of the headboard has been refinished but the rest of the pieces have their original finish. No outstanding flaws that we have detected. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1970’s. Can a girl (or guy) ever have Too many options??? We think Not!!! Seriously!! Take another look at this Extremely cool, Extremely modular “Mystique” wall unit or bedroom set up by Tomlinson Furniture. So many options…We say that because the center, larger unit can be used as a headboard for a full or queen-sized bed. You just need a Hollywood frame, and it backs right up against the headboard which has drop front storage for extra pillows or blankets! The four mirrors are removeable so if you prefer you could take them off and expose a blank wall or hang your favorite piece of artwork. Plus, there are lights at the top of the crown unit and a shelf to hold a lamp, books, or décor! Now, it’s nice to have the two side cabinets in your bedroom if you need the space for storage…there is hanging space in the top wardrobe area and three nice sized drawer’s underneath…AND there are knobs immediately beneath the wardrobe section that pull out into a nightstand surface with a black laminate top!! SO NICE!! BUT…maybe it’s a little much for the space you have, and you want to break it up a bit. NO PROBLEM! The two side pier cabinets are modular and can stand individually in separate rooms or could set side by side in one room. Maybe you want to use the two pier cabinets in a second bedroom and put a beautiful brass bed between them and use the center unit in a different bedroom. The whole unit is comprised of a gorgeous sultry dark wood and the cabinets have beautiful brass escutcheons, teardrop pulls, and hardware. There are truly so many interchangeable possibilities with this wonderful campaign style wall unit and it is made with impeccable quality by an iconic manufacturer. You just can’t go wrong! The original Thomasville furniture company was founded in 1904. At the time, it was called the Thomasville chair company since the company focused on producing chairs exclusively. Over the next few decades, the catalog expanded to include additional furniture pieces. During this time, the original company went through several owners; despite this, the company still experienced financial success even through economic hardship of the 1930s. Vintage pieces from the Thomasville Furniture company run the gamut from chairs to dining room furniture and many different types of furniture in between. The earliest pieces from the company when it was still known as the Thomasville Chair Company are considered the most rare and valuable. If you are looking for authentic Thomasville vintage pieces, you will need to find them on the secondhand market. Thomasville Furniture is one of the most recognized furniture companies in America. You can count on Thomasville furniture for incredible dining room and bedroom furniture. – vintage furniture guide...
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1970s American Campaign Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires

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Brass

Georgian mahogany breakfront armoire compactum wardrobe
Located in Chelmsford, GB
Fantastic large plum pudding mahogany breakfront compactum wardrobe attributed to Gillow The wardrobe is fine quality with with good figuring and a great colour . It has a fully fit...
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1820s English Georgian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires

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Mahogany

Lane Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Burlwood Gentleman's Chest Armoire
Located in Countryside, IL
Lane Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Burlwood Gentleman's Chest Armoire This armoire measures: 42 wide x 18 deep x 57.75 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

ANTIQUE LINEN PRESS CONVERTED TO WARDROBE ORIGINAL BRASS HANDLES j1
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Lovely Wardrobe. An antique linen press that has been converted into a wardrobe with original brass handles is a unique and stylish furnitur...
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20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

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Walnut

Postmodern Pick Lacquer Laminate Waterfall Armoire With Gold Accents
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Embrace the boldness of postmodern style with the Pink Lacquer Laminate Waterfall Armoire, featuring gold accents. This striking piece offers ample storage and a sleek design, perfec...
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1980s American Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood

French Neo Renaissance Wardrobe, 1900s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
This stunning antique wooden wardrobe with two doors and two drawers is a true masterpiece. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this ...
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Early 1900s French Renaissance Antique Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood, Oak

Oak single door wardrobe
Located in Cheshire, GB
Oak single-door wardrobe in the 17th Century style, the inverted breakfron cornice above carved detail. To the large oak panelled door opening to reveal a large hanging area. All rai...
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Early 20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

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Oak

Art Deco Gentlemen's Compactom Wardrobe
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Compactom wardrobe with the beautiful interior where there is a place for every piece of clothing. The outside of the cabinet is finished with walnut wood, which is beautifully laid ...
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1910s British Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires

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Walnut

Kent Coffey Perspecta Mid Century Walnut and Rosewood Highboy Dresser
Located in Countryside, IL
Kent Coffey Perspecta Mid Century Walnut and Rosewood Highboy Dresser This highboy measures: 40 wide x 19.25 deep x 46 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we cal...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires

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Rosewood, Walnut

18th Century France Louis XVI Kingwood Cabinet Inlay with Marble Top 1700
Located in Roma, RM
Large French two-body corner piece, Louis XVI era , circa 1770-1780. In Kingwood and inlaid in ebony, coeval marble and in very good condition. On the front drawer desk with leather ...
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1770s French Louis XVI Antique Wardrobes and Armoires

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Marble

Antique French Mirrored Door Armoire
Located in Portland, OR
Antique French Regency armoire. The mirrored doors open to three adjustable shelves and one fixed above a drawer. At the base is another drawer hidden behind a decorative facade. The...
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Late 19th Century French Regency Antique Wardrobes and Armoires

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Mirror, Mahogany

Elegant beechwood wardrobe by František Jirák for Tatra nábytok, 1960´s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This wardrobe was designed by František Jirák for Tatra nábytok company in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1960´s It´s made of beechwood and plywood. You can hang your clothes in ...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood, Beech, Plywood

French Art Deco Nightstand
Located in Winter Park, FL
A French Art Deco nightstand made of solid oak, with inset Rouge Royal marble top. Dovetailed drawer with hand-carved stylized floral details. Open niche above a cabinet door opening...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Marble, Brass

Bamboo and Rattan Wardrobe Wardrobe - Italy - 1960s
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful and practical closet made of rattan and bamboo made in Italy in the 1960s. with. its vintage style, still in original and excellent condition can be placed in youthful envi...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires

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Bamboo, Rattan

Antique Rococo Armoire
Located in Portland, OR
Antique French Louis XV Rococo Armoire. This cabinet is in remarkable condition considering its considerable age. Beautifully carved pediment adorns the bonnet top. The mirror has be...
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Late 19th Century French Rococo Antique Wardrobes and Armoires

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Glass, Walnut

Elegant beechwood wardrobe by František Jirák for Tatra nábytok, 1960´s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This wardrobe was designed by František Jirák for Tatra nábytok company in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1960´s It´s made of beechwood and plywood. You can hang your clothes in ...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood, Beech, Plywood

Victorian Colonial Rosewood Large Separating Armoire With Columns & Hardware
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Very rare grand British Colonial Victorian solid Rosewood armoire. Standing at an imposing 7'9" tall this uncompromisingly made hand carved Rosewood armoire was built to stand the te...
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Late 19th Century British Indian Ocean Territory Victorian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires

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Rosewood

Art Deco High End Figured Walnut Single Wardrobe, English, c1930
Located in Devon, England
If you're looking for something spectacular for your bedroom without compromising quality and functionality then this Original Art Deco single wardrobe might just be for you! Really the pictures speak for themselves here, the doors and the figuring are absolutely exquisite and very unusual. Perfectly integrating with both modern and period settings this wardrobe features heavily figured mirror book paged veneers with it's original lock and key which is fully functioning. A interior, featuring a generously sized half hanging space, open cube shelving...
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Brass

Mid-Century Teak Wardrobe from Wrighton, 1960s
Located in South Shields, GB
A freestanding two door teak wardrobe from Wrighton - in the Danish modern style Made during the 1960s Fitted out with a clothes rail and compartments and shelves to the other T...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

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Teak

Baker Furniture Style Georgian Carved Flame Mahogany Armoire Dresser
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style armoire dresser or gentleman's chest In the manner of Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Carved flame mahogany, with original brass hardware...
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Late 20th Century American Georgian Wardrobes and Armoires

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Brass

1807 Blue Floral Painted Two Doors Tyrolean Wardrobe
Located in Albignasego, IT
Antique Blue Tyrolean wardrobe dated 1807 Origin: Tyrol (Northern Italy - Alpine Region) Essence: Fir Period: 1807 Measurements: H. 175 cm – L. 109 cm (118 cm at the frames) – D. 47...
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Early 1800s Austrian Neoclassical Antique Wardrobes and Armoires

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Fir

Bossa Armoire by Morgan Clayhall, mix media artwork on doors
Located in Toronto, CA
The Bossa Armoire is designed and created in our Toronto studio, Morgan Clayhall. The artwork on the doors is by the artist, Murray Duncan Bossa is a new bold series inspired by 197...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

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Epoxy Resin, Walnut, Paint

19th c. Italian Florentine Hand-Painted Armoire Cabinet
Located in Wichita, KS
A Florentine armoire cabinet from the 19th century, Italy c. 1850. A beautiful, one-of-a-kind piece with hand-painted decoration inspired by an antique fabric fragment, featuring nat...
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19th Century Italian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood, Paint

19th Century French Faux Bamboo Armoire or Wardrobe
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century French faux bamboo armoire, or wardrobe, made of pitch pine with solid beechwood faux bamboo details. Beveled m...
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19th Century French Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires

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Mirror, Pine, Beech

1800 ANTIQUE ENGLISH GEORGIAN FLAMED HARDWOOD LINEN PRESS WARDROBE ARMOIRE j1
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this 1800 Antique Georgian Linen Press Wardrobe. The 1800 Antique English Georgian Flamed Hardwood Linen Press Wardrobe Armoire is a luxurious a...
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20th Century British Georgian Wardrobes and Armoires

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Hardwood

Antique Colonial Bavarian Wardrobe Cupbaord German Schrank
Located in Buxton, GB
This Antique Bavarian Schrank wardrobe, made in Germany during the early 19th century, is a stunning addition to any bedroom. With two doors and a blue, solid wood exterior finished ...
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1820s German Colonial Revival Antique Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood

Danflex Mid Century Teak Tambour Armoire Gentlemans Chest Dresser
Located in Countryside, IL
Danflex Mid Century Teak Tambour Armoire Gentlemans Chest Dresser This armoire measures: 49 wide x 19 deep x 50 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call resto...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires

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Teak

Antique French Art Deco Birdseye Maple Wardrobe Cabinet 1930s
Located in Detroit, MI
This incredible antique Art Deco wood linen cabinet or wardrobe cabinet is circa 1930. The cabinet is impeccably handcrafted from solid wood and Birdseye maple veneer with gorgeous g...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

EDWARDIAN FLAMED HARDWOOD SHERATON REVIVAL DOUBLE WARDROBE j1
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Edwardian Flamed Hardwood Sheraton Revival Double Wardrobe. An Edwardian flamed hardwood Sheraton Revival double wardrobe is a luxurious and...
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20th Century British Edwardian Wardrobes and Armoires

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Hardwood

Antique Wooden Armoire, FR-0697
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Antique wooden armoire Item #: FR-0697 Additional info: some minor chips on wood Material: wooden Dimensions: 35"W x 17"D x 73”H.  
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20th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood

Louise Console Wardrobes and armoires in Mid. Hammered Antique Bronze
Located in New York, NY
“Semainier” refers to a French piece of furniture with seven drawers (Fr. Semaine = week). It is part of the Louise Collection designed by renowned designer Paul Mathieu. A remarkabl...
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2010s Indian Other Wardrobes and Armoires

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Metal, Sheet Metal

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 ...
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Early 20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Antique French Armoire Linen Cabinet Wardrobe Chest Gothic Revival Oak c. 1890s
Located in Tyler, TX
SUPERB Antique French GOTHIC REVIVAL Oak Armoire, Linen Cabinet, Wardrobe, or Chest~~HIGHLY CARVED~~c. 1890s BEAUTIFUL STATEMENT PIECE~~19th century French Gothic Reviva...
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Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Antique Wardrobes and Armoires

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Oak

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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