$230
H 3.15 in W 20.08 in D 2.37 in
Pierre Sala Wardrobe In The Postmodern Memphis Design Crayon Blue Yellow, 1980s
By Pierre Sala
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
Pierre Sala Wardrobe in the postmodern Memphis Design Crayon blue yellow, 1980s 1 rare vintage
Wood
$788
H 66 in W 18.5 in D 48 in
Postmodern Chinoiserie Green Lacquer Laminate Armoire With Brass Accents
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Postmodern Green Chinoiserie Armoire blends vivid lacquer, brass elegance, and generous storage in
Wood
$2,518Sale Price|20% Off
H 98.43 in Dm 31.5 in
Postmodern Telescopic Coat Stand Manufactured by Porada Arredi
By Porada Arredi
Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg
Postmodern telescopic coat stand. manufactured by Porada Arredi, around 1980. A very unique
Steel
$4,500
H 72 in W 42 in D 24 in
1990s Postmodern Sculptural Studio Craft Color Block Maple Armoire / Cabinet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an unusual Postmodern Studio Craft Sculptural Armoire in Aniline-Dyed Maple, dating to the
Steel
$2,421
H 18.9 in W 23.23 in D 14.57 in
Postmodern Octopus Wall Coat Rack by De Pas, Lomazzi, D`Urbino for Zanotta
By Gionathan de Pas & Donato D’Urbino & Paolo Lomazzi, Zanotta
Located in Hamburg, DE
Octopus wardrobe from the italian manufacturer zanotta. Here is a very rarely found version of the
Metal
Vintage Pierre Sala Wardrobe Postmodern Memphis Style, 1980s
By Pierre Sala
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
Vintage Pierre Sala Wardrobe 1980s – Postmodern Memphis Style, bold Pencil Design, extendable, 7
Wood
$1,740
H 38.19 in W 18.9 in D 11.03 in
1970s Lucite Brass Valet Coat Stand Postmodern Hollywood Regency Wardrobe Bedroo
Located in London, GB
postmodernism with hollywood regency! its almost invisible appearance would look great in any interior and
Gold Plate
Postmodern Wall Coat Rack
Located in Hamburg, DE
Imposing wall wardrobe in postmodern design language. Additional information: Material: Metal
Metal
Unavailable
H 80.71 in W 66.93 in D 9.85 in
Postmodern "Otka" Wardrobe Unit by Bořek Šípek for Franz Leitner, 1990
By B. Sipek
Located in București, B
The “OTKA” wardrobe unit was designed by Borek Sipek for “Pietat/ Imitat/ Ritual” series produced
Glass, Wood
Stunning Custom Scott Black / Blackwood Postmodern Armoire or Wardrobe
By Ettore Sottsass, Peter Shire
Located in Houston, TX
. A whimsical Postmodern style with excellent craftsmanship and design. Inside the armoire has a rod
Satinwood
Postmodern Ocean Spray Laminate Armoire
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Introduce a touch of the tranquil seascape into your space with our Postmodern Ocean Spray Laminate
Wood
Postmodern Cream Lacquer Laminate Waterfall Armoire
Located in Delray Beach, FL
This elegant Postmodern Cream Lacquer Armoire is a chic and functional addition to any bedroom
Wood
Sold
H 64 in W 42 in D 17.5 in
Postmodern Galactic Three Tone Gray and Chrome Double Waterfall Armoire
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Transform your space with our Postmodern Galactic Gray & Chrome Waterfall Armoire. An artistic
Wood
Postmodern Galactic Three Tone Gray and Chrome Double Waterfall Armoire
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elevate your storage space with our Postmodern Galactic Gray and Chrome Double Waterfall Armoire
Wood
Sold
H 56 in W 34 in D 18 in
Postmodern Cream Lacquer Laminate Sculpted Waterfall Armoire With Gold Trim
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Embrace the elegance of postmodern design with the Cream Lacquer Laminate Sculpted Waterfall
Wood
Sold
H 62.5 in W 38.25 in D 18 in
Modern to Postmodern Lane Furniture Wardrobe or Entertainment Center White
By Lane Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Modern to Postmodern wardrobe, entertainment center, or storage cabinet by Lane
Composition, Brass
Postmodern Memphis Style Abstract Hallway Wardrobe, 1980s
Located in Izegem, VWV
This wardrobe cabinet screams eighties with it's abstract geometric artwork and bold color scheme
Metal
1980s Postmodern Aqua Blue Lacquer Laminate Armoire
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Amazing vintage 1980s postmodern armoire. Features an aqua blue lacquer laminate with a large
Laminate, Wood
Postmodern Flesh Lacquer Laminate Armoire Chest Set With Gold Accents
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elevate your space with the Postmodern Flesh Lacquer Laminate Armoire Chest Set, featuring elegant
Wood
Sold
H 82.25 in W 35.5 in D 25.5 in
'Donau' Postmodern Armoire by Ettore Sottsass & Marco Zanini for Leitner, 1986
By Marco Zanini, Ettore Sottsass
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rare Postmodern 'Donau' armoire by Ettore Sottsass and Marco Zanini for Franz Leitner (Austria
Metal
Minho Mirror
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Minho Mirror Designed by Project 213A in 2024 The Minho mirror is framed in solid wood with an abstract organic shape. Crafted by Skilled artisans in Northern Portugal. Bespoke dime...
Mirror, Oak
Post Modern Italian Lacquered Set of Four Dining Chairs
By Saporiti
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Set of 4 Postmodern lacquered white dining room chairs. Marked made in Italy, in the style of Saporiti. Minor blemishes to the lacquer is at a minimum. Pictured. Size: Seat height i...
Naugahyde, Hardwood
Art Deco Hexagonal Top wardrobe
Located in Barnstaple, GB
A truly beautiful Art Deco Wardrobe with hexagonal top. A lovely warm honey colour with striking burr walnut inlaid motif to the centre, segmented inlay to the upper section accentua...
Walnut
$2,651
H 72.05 in W 45.67 in D 23.63 in
Bauhaus Chromed Tubular Steel Wardrobe by Hynek Gottwald, 1940s
By Hynek Gottwald
Located in Żory, PL
This Bauhaus-style wardrobe was designed by Hynek Gottwald and produced in Czechoslovakia in the 1940s. It features two doors, an internal clothes rail, and a shelf. The wardrobe sta...
Steel
$2,115 / item
H 23.6 in Dm 19.6 in
'Yoruba Rose' Japanese Washi Paper & Stainless Steel Table Lamp for Ingo Maurer
By Dagmar, Ingo Maurer
Located in Glendale, CA
'Yoruba Rose' Japanese Washi paper & stainless steel table lamp for Ingo Maurer Designed by Dagmar Mombach and produced by Ingo Maurer, one of the most celebrated German lightin...
Stainless Steel
$17,084Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 69.3 in W 137.8 in D 90.56 in
21st Century Ej Ee Bed Upholstered Velvet Headboard Made in Portugal by Malabar
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
The Postmodernism movement is notoriously difficult to define. So the best way to characterize this elusive art movement is that it’s a reaction against the utopian ideals of moderni...
Cotton, Wood
Italian Architectural Wall Unit in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wall unit or wardrobe, walnut, Italy, 1970s This striking wall unit from the 1970s reflects a bold modernist approach with an architectural appearance. Crafted from rich walnut, the...
Walnut
$1,960Sale Price|30% Off
H 69 in W 36 in D 21 in
Mid century Danish modern low teak wardrobe dresser armoire
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern teak low wardrobe cabinet closet. Has 2 front doors with 3 drawers. Left side is open with hang bar for clothing. Has teak craved handles on front. Lighter wood gr...
Teak
VM-Martini Table
Located in BOGOTÁ, CO
Beatiful and delicate Martini side table, hammered solid black metal oiled finished 8"dia x 26"H
Metal
Vintage Two Door Burl Wardrobe
Located in Denver, CO
Vintage one-of-a-kind, custom made wardrobe in an Art Deco style Maple burl veneered doors and sides stained in a rich Walnut tone Beautiful curved sides and molding Interior tr...
Wood, Maple, Birdseye Maple, Burl
Large Italian Wardrobe in Teak with Brass Details
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wardrobe, teak, maple, brass, Italy, 1950s This exquisite large Italian wardrobe from the 1950s is a striking example of mid-century design. This piece is crafted in rich teak wood ...
Brass
$3,709Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 31.5 in W 20.87 in D 20.08 in
Postmodern Cotton Velvet Suh Muh Dining Chair Handmade in Portugal by Malabar
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
The Postmodernism movement is notoriously difficult to define, this elusive design style was a reaction against the utopian ideals of modernism. Over two decades this art movement es...
Velvet, Wood
Midcentury Flower Stand or Table, Germany, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
rare type very practical.
Metal, Brass
$5,400Sale Price|20% Off
H 71 in W 54 in D 20 in
Rare Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Burl Chrome Armoire Wardrobe Mid-Century
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Rare Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin burl and chrome armoire/wardrobe. This piece is very rare and hard to find, this is the 1st time we have ever had one. It is in wonderful vintage...
Chrome
Mid Century Ash & Walnut Wardrobe From Jitona, 1960s
By Jitona
Located in Żory, PL
This mid-century modern wardrobe from the 1960s was manufactured by Jiton in the Czech Republic. The wardrobe is made of two types of wood - ash and walnut. The wardrobe has origina...
Wood
Antique Wardrobe, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- surface has been refurbished and finished by shellac - good original condition
Wood
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.