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Drexel Brittany Heritage French Provincial Carved Wood Armoire, 1960s
Drexel Brittany Heritage French Provincial Carved Wood Armoire, 1960s

Drexel Brittany Heritage French Provincial Carved Wood Armoire, 1960s

By Drexel

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

An elegant vintage Drexel Brittany Heritage armoire, crafted in carved wood, featuring intricate floral and shell carvings and ample storage.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Vintage Drexel Heritage English School Adam’s Style Neoclassical Armoire 20thC
Vintage Drexel Heritage English School Adam’s Style Neoclassical Armoire 20thC

Vintage Drexel Heritage English School Adam’s Style Neoclassical Armoire 20thC

By Heritage Furniture

Located in Big Flats, NY

Vintage Drexel Heritage English Adam’s Style Neoclassical Armoire 20thC Measures- 88.25"H x 43.25"W x 24.75"D A striking vintage armoire by Drexel Heritage, crafted in the English S...

Category

20th Century Adam Style Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Mahogany

Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Campaign Gentleman's Chest or Armoire Dresser
Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Campaign Gentleman's Chest or Armoire Dresser

Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Campaign Gentleman's Chest or Armoire Dresser

By Drexel

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

A gorgeous mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style armoire dresser or gentleman's chest By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa 1970s Oak, with original brass hardware.

Category

20th Century American Hollywood Regency Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

One Door 78" tall Narrow Adjustable Shelves Linen Press Cabinet Storage Bookcase
One Door 78" tall Narrow Adjustable Shelves Linen Press Cabinet Storage Bookcase

One Door 78" tall Narrow Adjustable Shelves Linen Press Cabinet Storage Bookcase

By Heritage-Henredon

Located in Rockaway, NJ

French Armoire Style One Door 78" tall Narrow Adjustable Shelves Linen Press Cabinet Storage Bookcase MINT!

Category

20th Century American Country Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Cherry

Drexel Heritage French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Gentleman's Chest
Drexel Heritage French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Gentleman's Chest

Drexel Heritage French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Gentleman's Chest

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style gentleman's chest or highboy dresser By Drexel Heritage, "Brittany Collection" USA, Circa 1970s Measures: 41"W x 19.25"D x 60.25"H. Ca...

Category

Vintage 1970s American French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Louis XV Wardrobe In Solid Walnut, Late 19th Century
Louis XV Wardrobe In Solid Walnut, Late 19th Century

Louis XV Wardrobe In Solid Walnut, Late 19th Century

Located in SAINT-CLÉMENT-DE-LA-PLACE, FR

Louis XV Solid Walnut Armoire, Late 19th Century – Heritage from the Loire Valley, France This exceptional Louis XV solid walnut armoire, dating from the late 19th century, is mor...

Category

Antique 1890s French Louis Philippe Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Drexel Heritage French Regency Louis XVI Carved Burled Walnut Armoire Dresser
Drexel Heritage French Regency Louis XVI Carved Burled Walnut Armoire Dresser

Drexel Heritage French Regency Louis XVI Carved Burled Walnut Armoire Dresser

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous French Regency Louis XVI style armoire dresser, gentleman's chest, or linen press By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa 1970s Carved burled walnut, with original brass hardware.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Louis XVI Linen Presses

Materials

Brass

Campaign Style Gentleman’s Chest of Drawers Drexel Heritage Passage Collection
Campaign Style Gentleman’s Chest of Drawers Drexel Heritage Passage Collection

Campaign Style Gentleman’s Chest of Drawers Drexel Heritage Passage Collection

By Drexel

Located in Topeka, KS

Fabulous vintage Campaign style Gentleman’s Chest of Drawers or Armoire by Drexel Heritage the Passage Collection composed of a pecan wood frame with a side door with 2 adjustable wo...

Category

Late 20th Century American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

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Chinoiserie Asian Drexel Heritage Armoires Cabinets in Wood, a Pair
Chinoiserie Asian Drexel Heritage Armoires Cabinets in Wood, a Pair

Chinoiserie Asian Drexel Heritage Armoires Cabinets in Wood, a Pair

By Heritage Furniture, Drexel

Located in Chicago, IL

Where do I start? These are simply gorgeous. I have not seen anything like them in all of my vintage hunts. Breathtaking. Seriously. Dimensions: 41"W × 18"D × 80"H Styles: Chino...

Category

20th Century American Chinoiserie Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Vintage Drexel Heritage Maracay Armoire
Vintage Drexel Heritage Maracay Armoire

Vintage Drexel Heritage Maracay Armoire

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H 57 in W 40.5 in D 19 in

Vintage Drexel Heritage Maracay Armoire

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Incredible vintage Maracay armoire by Drexel Heritage. Features two large spacious drawers and two ornate cabinet doors which open to reveal shelving with drawers.

Category

Late 20th Century American American Craftsman Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern American Walnut Wardrobe by Heritage
Mid-Century Modern American Walnut Wardrobe by Heritage

Mid-Century Modern American Walnut Wardrobe by Heritage

By Heritage Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Impressive Mid-Century Modern wardrobe by Heritage features vintage walnut finish, unique interlocking circular pulls, brass trim and brass cabinet pulls. The elegant design provides...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Armoire Dresser
Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Armoire Dresser

Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Armoire Dresser

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Campaign style armoire dresser from the Dynasty Collection by Drexel Heritage.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Chinoiserie Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Drexel Heritage Georgian Carved Flame Mahogany Armoire Dresser
Drexel Heritage Georgian Carved Flame Mahogany Armoire Dresser

Drexel Heritage Georgian Carved Flame Mahogany Armoire Dresser

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style armoire dresser or gentleman's chest By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa 1980s Carved flame mahogany, with original brass hardware.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Georgian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Campaign Gentleman's Chest or Armoire Dresser
Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Campaign Gentleman's Chest or Armoire Dresser

Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Campaign Gentleman's Chest or Armoire Dresser

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style armoire dresser or gentleman's chest By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa 1980s Oak, with original brass hardware.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Drexel Heritage French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Armoire Dresser
Drexel Heritage French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Armoire Dresser

Drexel Heritage French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Armoire Dresser

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style carved walnut wardrobe dresser chest of drawers with shell motif and painted floral accents By Drexel Heritage "Brittany Collection" ...

Category

Late 20th Century American French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Drexel Heritage Georgian Carved Flame Mahogany Armoire Dresser or Linen Press
Drexel Heritage Georgian Carved Flame Mahogany Armoire Dresser or Linen Press

Drexel Heritage Georgian Carved Flame Mahogany Armoire Dresser or Linen Press

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style armoire dresser, gentleman's chest, or linen press By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa 1980s Carved flame mahogany, with original brass hardware.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Georgian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Apern Range Wardrobe by Robert Heritage for Archie Shine
Midcentury Apern Range Wardrobe by Robert Heritage for Archie Shine

Midcentury Apern Range Wardrobe by Robert Heritage for Archie Shine

By Robert Heritage, Archie Shine

Located in Surrey, GB

A midcentury wardrobe designed by Robert Heritage for Archie Shine's Aspern Range. The wardrobe is made in mahogany with walnut veneered full-width doors, finished with small brass r...

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Mahogany

1970s Drexel Heritage Chinoiserie Armoire Dresser
1970s Drexel Heritage Chinoiserie Armoire Dresser

1970s Drexel Heritage Chinoiserie Armoire Dresser

By Drexel

Located in Chicago, IL

An exceptional Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Campaign style armoire dresser from the Dynasty Collection by Drexel Heritage.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Chinoiserie Dressers

Materials

Wood

Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Burl Wood Armoire Dresser
Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Burl Wood Armoire Dresser

Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Burl Wood Armoire Dresser

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A stunning mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie armoire dresser, linen press, or bar cabinet By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa 1970s Carved walnut and burl wood, with orig...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Drexel Heritage French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Armoire Dresser
Drexel Heritage French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Armoire Dresser

Drexel Heritage French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Armoire Dresser

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style armoire dresser or linen press By Drexel Heritage, "Brittany Collection" USA, Circa 1970s Carved walnut with shell motif, hand-painted ...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Louis XV Dressers

Materials

Brass

Armoire Bookcase Cabinet by Drexel Heritage Accolade Collection, Campaign Style
Armoire Bookcase Cabinet by Drexel Heritage Accolade Collection, Campaign Style

Armoire Bookcase Cabinet by Drexel Heritage Accolade Collection, Campaign Style

By Drexel

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Solid wood Campaign style corner cabinet curio bookshelf made by esteemed US furniture maker Drexel Heritage in the 1970s. Faux bamboo brass corner accents on all four corners and br...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Campaign Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Armoire Dresser
Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Armoire Dresser

Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Armoire Dresser

By Heritage Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional midcentury Hollywood Regency chinoiserie Campaign style armoire dresser By Drexel Heritage "Dynasty" collection USA, circa 1970s Walnut, with painted Asian na...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Drexel Heritage Georgian Carved Mahogany Armoire Dresser or Gentleman's Chest
Drexel Heritage Georgian Carved Mahogany Armoire Dresser or Gentleman's Chest

Drexel Heritage Georgian Carved Mahogany Armoire Dresser or Gentleman's Chest

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style armoire dresser, gentleman's chest, or linen press By Drexel Heritage, "Covington Park" Collection USA, Late 20th Century Carved mahogany,...

Category

Late 20th Century American Georgian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Walnut Gentleman's Chest or Armoire Dresser
Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Walnut Gentleman's Chest or Armoire Dresser

Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Walnut Gentleman's Chest or Armoire Dresser

By Drexel

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style armoire dresser or gentleman's chest By Drexel Heritage USA, Circa 1970s Walnut, with original brass hardware.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Dressers

Materials

Brass

Rotating Mahogany Gentleman's Chest by Drexel Heritage
Rotating Mahogany Gentleman's Chest by Drexel Heritage

Rotating Mahogany Gentleman's Chest by Drexel Heritage

By Drexel

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Tall, Art Deco, rotating, mahogany, gentleman's chest, dresser, armoire by Drexel Heritage features double sided access with drawers and shelves on one side and two doors that open t...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Dressers

Materials

Mirror, Mahogany

DREXEL HERITAGE Sonora Pine Spanish Mission Armoire / Linen Press
DREXEL HERITAGE Sonora Pine Spanish Mission Armoire / Linen Press

DREXEL HERITAGE Sonora Pine Spanish Mission Armoire / Linen Press

By Drexel

Located in Charlotte, NC

A Spanish Mission style armoire / linen press by Drexel Heritage, from their Sonora Collection.

Category

Late 20th Century American Mission Linen Presses

Materials

Metal

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Heritage Armoire For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the heritage armoire you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, metal and oak, every heritage armoire was constructed with great care. There are 8 variations of the antique or vintage heritage armoire you’re looking for, while we also have 1 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a heritage armoire — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each heritage armoire bearing mid-century modern hallmarks is very popular. A well-made heritage armoire has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by André Wogenscky, Betty Phillips and Drexel are consistently popular.

How Much is a Heritage Armoire?

Prices for a heritage armoire start at $145 and top out at $55,772 with the average selling for $7,769.

Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You

Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.

Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.