Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
18th Century Italian Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Oak
18th Century and Earlier Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Iron
1870s French Neoclassical Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Brass
Late 18th Century German Baroque Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Oak, Walnut
1890s English Industrial Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Iron
Mid-19th Century English Sheraton Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Brass
Early 19th Century French Rustic Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Steel
Late 19th Century Italian Shaker Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Fir
18th Century Italian Baroque Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Walnut
19th Century English Edwardian Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Glass, Mirror, Satinwood
1730s German George II Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Oak
19th Century European Gothic Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Brass
Early 20th Century Italian Rustic Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Walnut, Fir
18th Century French French Provincial Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Oak
1760s English George III Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Hardwood, Walnut
19th Century French Louis XVI Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
18th Century European Rococo Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Other, Iron
Early 20th Century Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Wood
Late 19th Century French Empire Revival Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Ormolu
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Mirror, Walnut, Fir
Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Wood
Mid-19th Century American Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Mahogany
18th Century Italian Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Wood
1820s Austrian Biedermeier Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Gold, Brass, Iron
19th Century French Louis XV Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Mirror, Wood
Early 19th Century English Georgian Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Mahogany
1720s English George I Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Oak
1890s French Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Poplar, Walnut
19th Century French French Provincial Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Wood
Early 1800s Swiss Rustic Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Pine
1820s German Biedermeier Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Iron
Late 19th Century British Indian Ocean Territory Victorian Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Rosewood
Early 1900s French French Provincial Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Brass
1850s French Louis Philippe Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Steel
Early 19th Century Swedish Baroque Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Pine
Late 19th Century French Rococo Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Glass, Walnut
Early 19th Century French Country Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Brass
Early 1800s French Louis XV Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Steel
Early 19th Century French Country Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Brass
Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Wood
Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Walnut
1720s French Regency Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Walnut
Early 19th Century Swedish Country Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Pine
Late 18th Century Hungarian Folk Art Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Wood, Pine, Paint
Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Walnut
Mid-19th Century Hungarian Folk Art Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Pine, Paint
Mid-19th Century Hungarian Folk Art Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Pine, Paint
Early 19th Century French Rustic Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Steel
1770s German Baroque Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Iron
Early 19th Century Hungarian Folk Art Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Wood, Paint
Late 18th Century Swedish Baroque Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Pine, Paint
1870s French French Provincial Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Oak
Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Brass
18th Century French Louis XV Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Iron
Early 18th Century Belgian Baroque Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Brass
Mid-19th Century French Country Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Brass
1790s French Neoclassical Revival Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Steel
Early 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Wood, Paint
1820s German Biedermeier Old Wardrobe Antique Furniture
Metal
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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 ExpertMay 14, 2024To be considered antique, furniture must usually be at least 100 years old. Contemporary is the name for furniture produced within the last 20 years. Vintage furniture is at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
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