Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Early 1900s Late Victorian Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Walnut
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Wood
1840s French Jacobean Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Wood
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Oak
1880s Danish High Victorian Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Mirror, Oak
1840s European Early Victorian Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Oak
Late 17th Century French Baroque Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Iron
Mid-19th Century French Rustic Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Fruitwood
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Wood, Mirror
19th Century German Georgian Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Cherry
Early 20th Century Czech Industrial Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Wood
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Brass
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Wood
18th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Pine
Early 20th Century Bauhaus Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Steel
19th Century English Victorian Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Hardwood
1820s German Colonial Revival Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Wood
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Wood
1880s Hungarian Victorian Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Pine
1730s German George II Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Oak
19th Century English Victorian Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Hardwood
19th Century European Gothic Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Brass
1820s German Regency Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Oak
Early 1800s German George III Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Oak
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Brass
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Hardwood
1760s English George III Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Hardwood, Walnut
19th Century English Victorian Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Mirror, Hardwood
Early 20th Century French Regency Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Brass
1810s German Regency Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Oak
1820s German Regency Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Oak
Early 1900s English Campaign Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Brass
Late 18th Century American Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Metal
Early 1800s European Georgian Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Oak
1920s English Art Deco Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Mirror, Maple
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Walnut
19th Century American American Craftsman Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Brass
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Walnut
Early 20th Century French Rustic Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Wood
Late 19th Century French Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Linen
Early 20th Century Javanese Rustic Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Teak
1850s French French Provincial Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Walnut
1890s French Directoire Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Walnut
1870s French Napoleon III Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Brass, Bronze
19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Walnut
Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Oak
Early 20th Century French Other Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Leather
1920s French Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Brass
1880s English Late Victorian Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Hardwood
Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Bronze
Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Mahogany
1840s Hungarian Romantic Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Pine, Plastic
19th Century French Regency Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Mahogany
19th Century British Regency Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Late 19th Century French Rustic Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Metal
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Wood
19th Century French Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
19th Century French Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
18th Century and Earlier French Louis XV Antique Vintage Wardrobe Armoires And Wardrobes
Walnut
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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.
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