17th Century French Armoire
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Walnut
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Oak
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Steel
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Oak
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Antique Late 17th Century French Louis XIV Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak, Walnut
Antique 17th Century French Louis XIV Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique 17th Century Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique 17th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Antique Late 17th Century French Louis XIV Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique 17th Century French Louis XIV Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique 17th Century French Louis XIII Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Antique 17th Century French Louis XIV Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
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Oak
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Oak
Antique 17th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique Late 17th Century French Louis XIII Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique Mid-17th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
Antique 17th Century French Other Wardrobes and Armoires
Cut Steel
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Louis XIII Wardrobes and Armoires
Antique 1680s French Louis XIII Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique Late 17th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Antique 17th Century French Renaissance Revival Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Antique Early 17th Century French Louis XIII Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
Antique Early 17th Century French Louis XIII Wardrobes and Armoires
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Brass
Antique 17th Century French Louis XIV Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Wardrobes and Armoires
Antique 17th Century French Cabinets
Walnut
Antique Late 17th Century French Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
Antique 17th Century French Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel, Iron
Antique 17th Century French Louis XIV Doors and Gates
Iron
Antique Early 17th Century French Renaissance Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Antique 17th Century French Louis XIII Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Antique Early 17th Century French Louis XIII Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut
Antique Late 17th Century French Louis XIII Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique Mid-17th Century French Louis XIII Cabinets
Wood, Walnut
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Wardrobes and Armoires
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique 1680s French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires
Chestnut, Oak
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Wardrobes and Armoires
Antique 17th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique 1620s French Cabinets
Fir, Oak
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Walnut
Antique 17th Century French Louis XIV Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
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Finding the Right Wardrobes-armoires for You
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024What 17th-century furniture is called varies. The general term for all furniture produced 100 years ago, including 17th-century pieces, is antique furniture. You may also choose to be more specific and describe a piece by its style. Theatrical and lavish, the Baroque style was prevalent across Europe from the 17th to the mid-18th century and spread around the world through colonialism, including in Asia, Africa and the Americas. Baroque furniture was extravagant in all aspects, from shape to materials. 17th-century pieces from England often feature characteristics of the William and Mary style, such as crisp lines, maple and walnut veneers, inlaid bands and C-scroll ornaments. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 202217th-century Dutch portraiture has many similarities to other Baroque paintings, including rich colors, dark shadows and intense lighting. Many famous Dutch Baroque works lean toward realism. In Dutch portraiture, props and detailed backgrounds are uncommon. You'll find a collection of Dutch Baroque paintings from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The French painters of the 19th century worked in two styles. Neoclassicism dominated the first half of the century, and Impressionism was the most common style during the second half. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of French paintings.
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