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Wardrobes and Armoires For Sale
Rare Pierre Chapo 'Goya' Highboard in Solid Elm
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Chapo, 'Goya' wardrobe, model 'R26D', solid elm, mirrored glass, brass-plated steel, France, 1970s
An exceptional armoire designed by Pierre Chapo known as model 'Goya'. The ...
Category
1970s French Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Elm
Guillerme & Chambron Highboard with Graphical Doors in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, wardrobe, solid oak, metal, France, 1960s
This wardrobe is based on a well-designed structure where aesthetics and functionally go hand in ha...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Modern VIntage Teak Armoire Wardrobe by G Plan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning mid century modern vintage teak armoire by G Plan is a must-have for any lover of classic mid century furniture. Crafted from beautiful teak wood, this piece exudes timeless style and elegance. With a spacious interior featuring a hanging rail, drawers, and shelves, this gentleman's wardrobe offers ample storage for all your clothing and accessories. The sleek design and clean lines of this armoire make it an ideal addition to any mid century inspired bedroom or living space. Add a touch of vintage charm to your home with this exquisite G Plan armoire.
Category
1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Teak
Fratelli Reguitti Mid-Century Clothing Valet, Ico Parisi Style, Italy, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
A sculptural Modernist valet clothing stand for both ladies and gentlemen, dating from the 1950s, in the style of Ico & Luisa Parisi. Executed by Fratelli Reguitti, Italy. Crafted fr...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wood, Beech
Mid Century Brutalist Oak and Rosewood Brutalist Armoire With Chrome Details
Located in Elkton, MD
Mid-Century Brutalist Oak Armoire with Rosewood and Chrome Details. Comes apart in 2 pieces.
Category
Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Chrome
Warsaw Cabinetmaker French Provincial Bonnet Top Bombe Armoire Cabinets, a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage warsaw cabinetmaker French Provincial bonnet top bombe armoire cabinets - a pair. Item features bonnet top bombe form, solid wood construction, b...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Cherry
Paolo Buffa pair of chestnut wardrobes manufactured by Valzania, Italy, 1938
By Paolo Buffa, Valzania
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
Pair of chestnut wardrobes with mirrored glass inlays, manufactured by Valzania in the late 1930s, designed by Paolo Buffa.
With a clean and elegant form, this pair of two-door ches...
Category
1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Chestnut
British Burr Walnut Wardrobe, 19th Century
Located in South Shields, GB
An impressive quality, early 19th century burr walnut triple door wardrobe - perfect for a maximalist interior
The interior is beautifully fitted with two hanging rails and shelf to...
Category
Early 19th Century British Art Deco Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wood, Walnut
18th c. Swedish Baroque Period Painted Cabinet
Located in Wichita, KS
A beautifully carved Swedish armoire cabinet from the Baroque period with handsome ball feet, circa 1750, painted a soft, chalky gray on the exterior and stunning blue on the interio...
Category
18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wood, Paint
Vintage Modern Teak Armoire
By D-Scan
Located in Trenton, NJ
Indulge in the timeless elegance of Scandinavian Modern style design with this vintage Teak Armoire Dresser. This exquisitely crafted piece, with rich teak patina, offers an air of s...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Scandinavian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Teak
Guido Faleschini for Mariani Cabinets in Red Brown Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guido Faleschini for i4 Mariani, cabinets from the 'Pace Collection', leather, fabric, chrome-plated steel, aluminum, mahogany, Italy, circa 1975
This captivating set of four cabin...
Category
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Chrome, Aluminum, Steel
LOVELY LARGE ART DECO BURR WALNUT WARDROBe
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Lovely Art Deco Burr Walnut Wardrobe.
A lovely Art Deco burr walnut wardrobe is a stunning and sophisticated piece of furniture that epitomi...
Category
20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Walnut
ONE OF A KIND HAND STITCHED & HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER WARDROBE WITH DRAWERs
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this one of a kind, hand dyed cigar brown leather wardrobe with drawers to the base
Please note the deliver...
Category
20th Century Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Leather, Wood
Giuseppe Rivadossi Highboard in Oak with Recessed Geometric Carvings
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Giuseppe Rivadossi, wardrobe, oak, glass, Italy, 1970s
An extraordinary grand armoire by Italian sculptor and designer Giuseppe Rivadossi, showcasing exquisite woodworking skills. ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Glass, Oak
Charming Italian Highboard with Mirrors in Cherry
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wardrobe, cherry, mirrored glass, metal, Italy, 1950s
This remarkable Italian armoire, crafted during the influential mid-century design era, stands as a testament to the period's b...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Metal
Ernesto Valabrega Large Highboard in Chestnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernesto Valabrega, wardrobe, chestnut, mirrored glass, Italy, ca. 1935
This expansive wardrobe beautifully exemplifies Ernesto Valabrega's distinctive design ethos. The design is ma...
Category
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Chestnut, Mirror
Guglielmo Ulrich Highboard in Walnut with Mirrored Door Panels
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guglielmo Ulrich, wardrobe, walnut, mirrored glass, maple, Italy, 1940s.
This large wardrobe designed by Guglielmo Ulrich convinces visually through its geometrical shapes and grap...
Category
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Glass, Walnut
André Sornay Highboard in Mahogany and Ash
By Andre Sornay
Located in Waalwijk, NL
André Sornay for Atelier Sornay, wardrobe or armoire, ash, mahogany, France, 1950s
Iconic midcentury wardrobe by French designer André Sornay. With its geometric design and the com...
Category
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Ash, Mahogany
Italian Wardrobe With Diamond Patterned Doors in Chestnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wardrobe or high board, chestnut, Italy, 1950s
This grandiose Italian wardrobe exudes a commanding presence and boasts exquisite characteristics. When taking a moment to take in the...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Chestnut
Aly Armoire by Morgan Clayhall, mix media artwork on doors
Located in Toronto, CA
The Aly Armoire design is created by hand in our studio in Toronto, Canada.
The doors are handpainted by Murray Duncan, creating a unique and special cabinet each time.
The Aly Armo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Epoxy Resin, Walnut, Paint
Italian Art Deco Wardrobe in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wardrobe or highboard, walnut, wood, Italy, 1940s
This stunning wardrobe is based on a well-designed structure where aesthetics and functionally come hand in hand. Made in Italy i...
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Antique English Georgian Oak Wardrobe Cupboard
Located in Sheridan, CO
Antique English Georgian oak cupboard, 18th/ 19th c., molded cornice, two paneled doors, lower exterior drawer, on bracket feet, loss to trim at ...
Category
Early 19th Century Georgian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Guillerme & Chambron Highboard in Oak and Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, armoire, oak, brass, France, 1960s.
This wardrobe is designed by Guillerme and Chambron and features geometric carvings in the doors which is...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Graceful Italian Armoire in Cherry and Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Armoire, brass, mirrored glass, glass, mahogany, cherry, Italy, 1950s
This charming armoire convinces visually through its graphical door panels composed of carved horizontal lines...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Gigi Radice for Studio Gino Colombo Unique Wall Unit in Walnut and Seagrass
By Gigi Radice
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Gigi Radice for Studio Gino Colombo, custom made wall unit, walnut, seagrass, Italy, 1950s.
Impressive custom-made large cabinet designed by Italian designer Gigi Radice in the 195...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Seagrass, Walnut
Dutch Bossche School Cabinet in Black Stained Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dutch cabinet, pine, metal, The Netherlands, 1970s
This striking cabinet originates from The Netherlands. Its cubic appearance is emphasized by the dark colored wood. Vertically arr...
Category
1970s Dutch Brutalist Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Metal
Guillerme & Chambron Large Cabinet in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, armoire or cabinet, oak, France, 1960s.
This wardrobe is a good example of excellent woodworking by virtue of the well-designed construction...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Oak
Italian Art Deco Highboard in Walnut With Red Front
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wardrobe, walnut, fabric, Italy, 1930s.
An elegant Art Deco wardrobe in walnut that features a checkered lattice frame in the doors. The open structure reveals a bright red fabric ...
Category
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
La Permanente Mobili Cantù Highboard in Maple
Located in Waalwijk, NL
La Permanente Mobili Cantù, wardrobe, maple, mirrored glass, brass, Italy, 1950s
This charming armoire of Italian origin is beautifully crafted and manufactured by La Permanente Mob...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Maison Regain Grand Highboard in Solid Elm
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Maison Regain, wardrobe, solid elm, brass, France, 1970s
A rare armoire designed and crafted by Maison Regain. The wardrobe is sturdy and combines a simplified yet complex design wi...
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Armoire with Decorative Illustrations by Artisan Maker
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Armoire, walnut, glass, France, 1930s
This exceptional armoire undoubtedly breathes the Art Deco Period of the 1930s. The design convinces visually through its grotesque execution ...
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Paolo Buffa Wardrobe with Walnut Grissinato Front and Brass Accents
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paolo Buffa, wardrobe or highboard, walnut, ash, beech, brass, mirrored glass, steel, plastic, Italy, 1950s
Elegant and modern at the same time, this magnificent armoire is by the ...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass, Steel
Guillerme & Chambron Large Highboard in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, wardrobe, oak, France, 1960s.
This grandiose wardrobe is a good example of excellent woodworking by virtue of the inlay veneer and the graphi...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Oak
Dieter Waeckerlin Highboard in Teak and Seagrass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dieter Waeckerlin for Behr Möbel, wardrobe, teak, seagrass, Germany, 1950s
This rare and stunning large cabinet or wardrobe by Dieter Waeckerlin for Behr Möbel features a body made ...
Category
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Seagrass, Teak
Unique Italian Large Wall Unit with Writing Desk in Maple and Birch
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wardrobe with writing desk, birch, maple, fabric, glass, brass, coated steel, Italy, 1950s
Hailing from a skilled artisan of Italy, this exceptional set embodies a unique combinatio...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass, Steel
Le Corbusier from Unité d’Habitation de Marseille Wardrobe
By Le Corbusier
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Le Corbusier and Atelier des Bâtisseurs (ATBAT) for Charles Barberis, Les Salines, Ajaccio, wardrobe, oak, lacquered wood, lacquered steel, France, 19...
Category
1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Steel
Guillerme & Chambron Large Highboard in Oak with Carved Doors
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, armoire or large cabinet, oak, France, 1960s
This grandiose highboard or wardrobe is a good example of excellent woodworking by virtue of the...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Oak
Unique Osvaldo Borsani Highboard in Cherry with Flora and Fauna Motifs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Osvaldo Borsani for Arredamenti Borsani Varedo, wardrobe, cherry, lacquer, lacquered wood, brass, mirrored glass, aluminum, metal, Italy, circa 1950
A truly exceptional piece designed custom for a private client by the Italian visionary Osvaldo Borsani for Arredamenti Borsani Varedo. As early as 1941, ABV showcased one of the first wardrobes featuring intricate flora and fauna illustrations—a testament to their artistic approach. Wardrobe designs stood as an important endeavor for ABV, and Borsani's ingenuity was apparent in the numerous adaptations made: doors adorned with diverse prints, interiors tailored to suit specific client preferences, and a spectrum of customizable finishes were all hallmarks of their creative output. The body of this piece is meticulously crafted from exquisite warm-toned cherry wood, adhering to a simple yet elegant design enriched by intricate carvings running along its border. The four door panels bear the skilled handiwork of Adriano Spilimbergo (1908-1975), a painter known for his picturesque landscapes. These panels are adorned with mesmerizing illustrations of leaves and flowers, achieved through the art of relief lacquering, and rendered in subtle and delicate colors. Inside, the interior is adorned with a vibrant blue hue, and it is thoughtfully furnished with coat racks, tie rack, drawers, and mirrors. This piece stands as a genuine masterpiece, excelling not just in its functionality but also in its aesthetic excellence.
Osvaldo Borsani (1911-1985) was an Italian designer and architect, raised by a family of fine furniture makers in Varedo. At the age of 16, he joined his father’s furniture shop, the Atelier di Varedo, which was fully engaged in designing and furnishing homes inspired by the Italian Art Deco movement. The designer of the atelier was the Italian architect Gino Maggioni (1898-1955) who was known for his Viennese Jugendstil orientation of the early 20th century. In the 1930s, he graduated from the Accademia di Belle Arti di Brera and Politecnico di Milano, where he studied Fine Arts and Architecture respectively. In 1932, the family company was renamed ‘Arredamenti Borsani’ and opened its first studio in Milan. During this period, he encountered Avant-Garde artists of various artistic disciplines like Lucio Fontana (1899-1968), Agenore Fabbri (1911-1998), Aligi Sassu (1912-2000), Roberto Crippa (1921-1972), Fausto Melotti (1901-1986), Arnaldo Pomodoro (1926-) and Giò Pomodoro (1930-2002). These collaborations resulted in the creation of furniture and interior design projects with a high-level of craftsmanship and artistry. In 1953, Borsani founded together with his twin brother Fulgenzio Borsani ‘Tecno’, a design and manufacturing company that produced items based on mechanical innovations and refined technicality. The ‘P40’ adjustable lounge chair (1953) has become the ideological manifesto of Borsani's Tecno program, and still remains the best known, exemplary piece in the Tecno catalogue. Other iconic works that were produced by Tecno were created by Gio Ponti (1891-1979), Vico cham...
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
Unique Italian Highboard with Illuminated Interior in Mahogany and Brass
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Attributed to Paolo Buffa, wardrobe, mahogany, brass, mirrored glass, glass, Italy, 1950s
The decorative elements, materials use, woodworking, and the overall composition suggest th...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Pierre Chapo Custom Made 'Chlacc' Highboard in Elm
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Chapo, wardrobe from the series 'Chacc', elm, brass, France, 1979-1989
Unique highboard designed by Pierre Chapo for a private client. This piece easily catches the eye of th...
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Tito Agnoli for Caleido/Poltrona Frau Highboard in Cognac Patchwork Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Tito Agnoli for Caleido/Poltrona Frau wardrobe, patchwork cognac leather, stained birch, metal, Italy, 1970s.
This is an eye-catching and rare wardrobe that is designed by Tito Agno...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Metal
Large Italian Mirrored Wardrobe in Walnut with Mirror Panels
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wardrobe, walnut burl and veneer, mirrored glass, glass, brass, Italy, 1950s
A beautiful and luxurious Italian wardrobe or very large cabinet. With its seven doors this wardrobe has...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
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 ...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Mahogany, Oak
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...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Oak
Ocean Oak Sculptural cabinets
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Oceanic cabinets
In the sculpted undulations of this limited edition oak cabinet lies the profound narrative of our planet's most vast and mysterious...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Beech, Oak, Teak
French Highboard in Pine and Brass Details
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Highboard, pine, brass, France, 1960s
This two door highboard shows a sturdy character. The doors can be closed and opened with a key used as a handle. The inside provides great sto...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Georgian Mahogany Linen Press
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A very good quality 18th century George III period
Mahogany linen press with dentil cornice and
Superbly figured pair of oval panelled doors with
Satinwood crossbanded decoration enc...
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Mid-18th Century English George III Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Mahogany
Large Italian Wardrobe in Walnut with Brass Handles
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Large Italian wardrobe, walnut, brass, mirrored glass, Italy, 1950s
Gorgeous wardrobe or large cabinet designed in Italy in the 1950s. The overall glamorous feel of this wardrobe is...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Guillerme & Chambron Wardrobe in Solid Oak and Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, armoire or wardrobe, oak, brass, France, 1960s
This charming wardrobe is a good example of excellent woodworking by virtue of the graphical d...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Paolo Buffa Large Highboard in Chestnut
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paolo Buffa, wardrobe or armoire, chestnut, Italy, 1940s
This rare wardrobe has a subtle decorative character and is created by the talented Italian designer and architect Paolo Buf...
Category
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Chestnut
Industrial Transparent Metal Locker Cabinet
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
This great old Industrial locker wardrobe cabinet can be dated in the 1950s.
With its metal fence side panels and doors in grey lacquered metal, it stays ...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Metal
Guillerme & Chambron Highboard in Oak with Carved Doors
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, wardrobe, oak, France, 1960s
This case piece is designed by Guillerme and Chambron and features two vividly carved doors, which are character...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Oak
Exquisite Italian Wardrobe with Mirrored Doors in Walnut Burl
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Large Italian wardrobe, walnut burl, glass, brass, mahogany, maple, Italy, 1950s
This exclusive Italian wardrobe has a remarkable size; with its width of over 10ft, this cabinet offers plenty of storage space. Four doors hold a mirrored surface lined with a decorative wooden frame, the two outer doors have a luxurious wooden surface. Three double doors structure the access to the storage space which is a combination of drawers and cloths racks...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Large Versatile Italian Wall Unit in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wall unit, teak, maple, lacquered wood, brass, glass, Italy, 1950s.
This Mid-Century Italian wall unit seamlessly integrates form and function, captivating with its aesthetic allure...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Large Italian Highboard With Mirrored Doors in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Large Italian wardrobe, walnut, wood, glass, brass, Italy, 1950s
This imposing and large Italian high board displays three double doors. The tw...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Italian Highboard in Mahogany and Alabaster
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wardrobe, curly mahogany, maple, mirrored glass, brass, alabaster, Italy, 1960s
With its six doors this Italian armoire has an impressive size. Two mirrored doors flank the sides, w...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Alabaster, Brass
Biedermeier Wardrobe, South German, 1820
Located in Belmont, MA
Biedermeier wardrobe, South German 1820, walnut veneer. Classic Biedermeier design with beautiful veneer grain. the cabinet is refinished and French polis...
Category
1820s German Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Walnut
Pair Auffray & Co. Fine French Armoires with Carved Details
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A pair of twin Provincial French style medium size armoires from the great French maker Auffray. Tall, elegant 18th century style forms in honey to...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
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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