Large Antique Style Wardrobe
1880s German Biedermeier Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Ash, Cherry
19th Century European Aesthetic Movement Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Wood
Early 19th Century Portuguese Georgian Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Brass
Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Ormolu, Bronze
Early 20th Century European Aesthetic Movement Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Ormolu
Early 20th Century British Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Oak
1890s French Louis XIV Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Bronze
Mid-19th Century English William IV Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Wood
Late 19th Century French Empire Revival Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Ormolu
Mid-19th Century English Sheraton Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Brass
Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Brass
Early 19th Century English William IV Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Mahogany
1890s French Louis XVI Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Bronze
19th Century European Gothic Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Brass
1890s British Arts and Crafts Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Ebony, Oak
Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Bronze, Iron
1920s French Art Deco Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Bronze
18th Century Swedish Baroque Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Metal
Late 18th Century French Country Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Iron
19th Century Chinese Neoclassical Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Mirror, Teak
Early 1800s French French Provincial Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Oak
19th Century Chinese Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Wood, Glass
Late 18th Century French Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Oak
19th Century French Louis XV Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Metal, Steel
Early 19th Century Swedish Baroque Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Pine
18th Century French Louis XV Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Metal
19th Century French French Provincial Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Wood
19th Century Chinese Qing Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Brass
Early 20th Century Louis XV Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Brass
Mid-18th Century French French Provincial Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Fruitwood
Early 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Fabric, Wood
19th Century French Louis Philippe Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Walnut
18th Century French Louis XV Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Walnut
18th Century French French Provincial Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Wood, Walnut
1720s French Regency Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Walnut
Late 19th Century Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Bronze
1780s French Louis XVI Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Cherry
Early 19th Century Hungarian Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Paint, Wood
19th Century French Other Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Walnut
Early 18th Century French Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Metal, Iron
Early 1900s French Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Ormolu
18th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Oak
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Brass
18th Century French Louis XIV Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Iron
1750s French Louis XV Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Iron
Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Oak
18th Century French Gothic Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Wood
Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Wood
19th Century American Gothic Revival Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Brass
Early 1900s Swiss Black Forest Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Wood
Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Fruitwood, Oak
1910s Danish Art Nouveau Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Pine
Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Empire Revival Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Ormolu
Late 19th Century English Anglo-Indian Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Fabric
Mid-19th Century Swedish Rococo Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Glass, Wood
1870s English Aesthetic Movement Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Ash, Fruitwood
19th Century French French Provincial Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Wrought Iron
Early 1900s French Louis XVI Large Antique Style Wardrobe
Marble, Bronze
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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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