Used Wardrobe Closet
Antique 19th Century Scottish Wardrobes and Armoires
Ash
Vintage 1950s North American Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires
Reclaimed Wood
Vintage 1910s Scottish Cabinets
Oak
Antique 1880s Scottish Victorian Cupboards
Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Neoclassical Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Antique 1860s Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
Antique 1860s Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
Vintage 1940s English Tudor Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Teak
Antique Late 19th Century European Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Antique 19th Century Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
20th Century Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Antique 19th Century Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
20th Century Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Vintage 1980s French Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Antique 19th Century British Georgian Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
Vintage 1960s Wardrobes and Armoires
Rattan
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century English William IV Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Antique 18th Century French Rococo Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Vintage 1970s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel, Brass
Early 20th Century Art Deco Trunks and Luggage
Wood
Late 20th Century Mexican Brutalist Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
Mid-20th Century American Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Antique 1780s French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique Early 1800s Swiss Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Vintage 1970s Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Grasscloth, Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Ash, Birch
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Antique 1890s French Louis Philippe Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Antique Early 1900s European Other Wardrobes and Armoires
Cherry
Antique 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Wood
Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
Antique Early 19th Century French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
Antique Early 1900s French Cupboards
Oak
Antique 1820s Cabinets
Walnut
Early 20th Century Argentine American Colonial Blanket Chests
Metal
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Cupboards
Antique 18th Century Italian Doors and Gates
Oak
Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Oak, Pine
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Early 20th Century English Coat Racks and Stands
Brass, Iron
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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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Both a closet and a wardrobe are used for storing objects, but the former is a small room and the latter is a stand-alone piece of furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023You can use a variety of other things in place of a wardrobe. Armoires are a popular alternative. These case goods are usually bigger than wardrobes and have more ornate, decorative designs. You may also consider the chifferobe, which has a hanging area for clothing on one side and a chest of drawers on the other. Open clothes racks can also serve as a substitute for a wardrobe. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of furniture.
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