Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Late 19th Century Dutch Rustic Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Oak
Early 1900s Late Victorian Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Walnut
1870s French Neoclassical Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Brass
1890s Dutch International Style Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Brass
Early 19th Century Swedish Rustic Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Iron
Early 1900s French French Provincial Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Faux Bamboo, Mirror, Birdseye Maple
Early 1900s French French Provincial Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Mirror, Birdseye Maple, Cherry
19th Century French Country Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Mirror, Pine, Beech
19th Century English Victorian Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Walnut
1880s French Louis XV Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Oak
Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Brass
1890s French Louis XVI Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Mirror, Walnut
1810s English Regency Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Mahogany
1890s French Louis XVI Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Bronze
1820s German Biedermeier Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Cherry, Walnut
Early 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Iron
1880s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Wood
17th Century Italian Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Walnut
1750s Italian Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Walnut
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Brass
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Bronze
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Iron
1790s Welsh Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Oak
19th Century Scottish Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Ash
1780s French Louis XV Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Walnut
Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Walnut
19th Century English Edwardian Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Glass, Mirror, Satinwood
Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Brass
1840s Italian Louis Philippe Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Walnut
1890s Scottish Victorian Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Walnut
Early 19th Century American Federal Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Mahogany
1840s Italian Louis Philippe Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Poplar
18th Century French French Provincial Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Walnut
1880s Italian Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Walnut
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Wood, Walnut
17th Century Italian Louis XIV Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Walnut
18th Century French French Provincial Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Oak
Early 17th Century Italian Louis XIII Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Walnut
19th Century Louis XV Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Mahogany
Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Bronze, Iron
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Oak
1840s French Jacobean Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Wood
1720s Italian Baroque Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Poplar
1880s Danish High Victorian Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Mirror, Oak
1820s Italian Charles X Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Walnut
Mid-19th Century American Empire Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Mahogany
Late 18th Century French Country Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Iron
1840s European Early Victorian Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Oak
1920s French Art Deco Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Brass
Mid-19th Century French Rustic Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Fruitwood
1920s Dutch Art Deco Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Mirror, Oak
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Wood, Mirror
Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Oak
Late 18th Century Austrian Empire Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Brass, Other
1920s Dutch Art Deco Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Mirror, Oak
Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Ebony, Oak, Pine
1920s Dutch Art Deco Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Brass
1910s Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Brass
Late 19th Century English Anglo-Japanese Antique Armoires And Wardrobes Armoires And Wardrobes
Walnut
1680s Italian Louis XIV Antique Armoires And Wardrobes 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
An armoire is a type of wardrobe. A wardrobe is a tall storage cabinet that usually has some combination of drawers, shelves and hanging rods. An armoire is freestanding, usually wooden and has one or two doors plus a hanging bar.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
An armoire is a type of wardrobe.
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