Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
1970s Philippine Bohemian Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Rattan, Glass, Wood
1970s American Chinoiserie Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Faux Bamboo, Wood, Lacquer
1990s American Art Deco Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Wood
1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Chrome
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Burl
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Chrome
1980s Neoclassical Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Cherry
20th Century European Other Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Wood
20th Century Ming Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Hardwood, Lacquer
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Teak
1970s Italian Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Plywood
20th Century Bohemian Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Wood, Paint
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Bronze
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Metal
1970s Chinoiserie Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Faux Bamboo, Wood, Wicker
20th Century British Georgian Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Hardwood
1960s North American Campaign Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Wood
1940s French Directoire Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Wood
20th Century Swedish Country Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Pine
1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Brass, Copper
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Metal, Brass
1930s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Brass
1930s Polish Art Nouveau Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Walnut
20th Century French Renaissance Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Wood
1950s French Space Age Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Oak
20th Century Unknown Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Walnut
1950s Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Textile, Wood
1960s Modern Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Wood
1950s French Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Oak
Mid-20th Century American Modern Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Mirror, Wood
1930s French Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Ebony, Macassar, Mirror
1980s French Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Brass
1970s German Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Metal, Chrome
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Oak
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Glass, Wood, Oak
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Brass
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Oak
1960s Italian Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Oak
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Metal
20th Century Victorian Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Mahogany
1940s French Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Wood
1930s Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Burl
1980s Philippine Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Bone
1930s Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Amboyna
1930s French Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Cherry
1930s Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Zebra Wood, Amboyna
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Wood
1930s French Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
1930s Modern Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Steel
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Brass
1990s Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Hardwood
1930s French Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Oak
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Teak
1940s Italian Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Wood, Walnut
1930s European Art Deco Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Walnut
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
Aluminum, Brass, Iron
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armoire Wardrobe
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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