Wardrobes and Armoires
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 20th Century Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
2010s American Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Hardwood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1960s Italian Brutalist Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Mid-20th Century Singaporean Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Brass
20th Century American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Nickel
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Bouclé, Maple
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Nickel
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
2010s Italian Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
Late 18th Century German Gustavian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Giltwood
2010s Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
2010s Indian Other Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary French Louis Philippe Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Bronze
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
1870s English Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
2010s American Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Steel
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Macassar, Cedar
2010s American Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Bronze
2010s American Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Steel
2010s American Wardrobes and Armoires
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Oak
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
20th Century French Art Nouveau Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
18th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Bamboo, Glass, Wood, Rosewood
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Copper
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Ash, Birch
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Copper
18th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Late 19th Century English Renaissance Revival Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
20th Century Regency Wardrobes and Armoires
Lacquer
20th Century French Art Nouveau Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
18th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Late 19th Century Late Victorian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Giltwood, Lacquer
20th Century British Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Pine
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.