Wardrobes and Armoires
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 20th Century Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Zebra Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Lebanese Minimalist Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Plywood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Marble
Late 20th Century British Colonial Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
2010s Brazilian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel, Stainless Steel
20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Belgian Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Mid-20th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Leather, Oak
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Late 19th Century Hungarian Queen Anne Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Oak
1890s French Empire Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Aluminum
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
Early 20th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
19th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wire
Early 1800s Chinese Chinese Chippendale Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
20th Century American Country Wardrobes and Armoires
Cherry
Mid-19th Century Danish Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Rattan, Fruitwood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Late 19th Century Hungarian Victorian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1950s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1950s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1920s European Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Birdseye Maple, Walnut
1780s Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
2010s Austrian Jugendstil Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary British Minimalist Wardrobes and Armoires
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut
1980s American Gothic Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
Early 19th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wrought Iron
Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
2010s German Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
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.