Retro White Armoire
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Retro White Armoire
Teak
1980s American Post-Modern Retro White Armoire
Wood
Late 20th Century North American Bohemian Retro White Armoire
Wood, Paint
Late 20th Century Canadian Post-Modern Retro White Armoire
Rubber, Lacquer
1960s American French Provincial Retro White Armoire
Brass
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Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Retro White Armoire
Carrara Marble, Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro White Armoire
Chrome
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro White Armoire
Brass, Steel
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro White Armoire
Brass
1970s American Space Age Retro White Armoire
Stainless Steel
1980s Philippine Retro White Armoire
Bone
1980s Italian Post-Modern Retro White Armoire
Metal
1950s American Retro White Armoire
Wood
Late 20th Century North American Organic Modern Retro White Armoire
Mirror, Lucite, Wood
Late 20th Century North American Organic Modern Retro White Armoire
Mirror, Lucite, Wood
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Retro White Armoire
Walnut
1960s Mid-Century Modern Retro White Armoire
Chrome
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro White Armoire
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Retro White Armoire
Teak
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Retro White Armoire
Teak
1980s Unknown Baroque Retro White Armoire
Maple
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Retro White Armoire
Teak, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Retro White Armoire
Brass
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1950s Italian Baroque Retro White Armoire
Oak
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Paint
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1960s French Retro White Armoire
1970s American Country Retro White Armoire
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Late 20th Century North American Retro White Armoire
Pine
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Rattan
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Rattan
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Oak
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Pine
Late 20th Century American Retro White Armoire
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1970s Swedish Gustavian Retro White Armoire
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Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Retro White Armoire
Brass
1970s Spanish Modern Retro White Armoire
Pine
1970s American Retro White Armoire
1960s Italian Louis XVI Retro White Armoire
Wood
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Retro White Armoire
Teak
1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Retro White Armoire
Metal
1990s American Modern Retro White Armoire
Steel
1950s Italian Retro White Armoire
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro White Armoire
Plastic
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Retro White Armoire
1970s Swedish Gustavian Retro White Armoire
Wood
1950s French Retro White Armoire
Oak
1950s Swedish Gustavian Retro White Armoire
Maple
1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Retro White Armoire
Metal
1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Retro White Armoire
Metal
1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Retro White Armoire
Metal
1950s Retro White Armoire
1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Retro White Armoire
Metal
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Retro White Armoire
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro White Armoire
Wood
1980s Italian Post-Modern Retro White Armoire
Brass
1980s Post-Modern Retro White Armoire
Lacquer
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Retro White Armoire
Metal
1970s Unknown Modern Retro White Armoire
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro White Armoire
Metal
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro White Armoire
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1960s Belgian Retro White Armoire
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Metal
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro White Armoire
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1960s Retro White Armoire
Metal
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Retro White Armoire
Metal
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Metal
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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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