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4-door wardrobe in lacquered and painted wood, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique wardrobe wardrobe, consisting of 4 doors, in lacquered wood and hand painted with floral
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Antique 18th Century Italian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Poplar

Wardrobe
By Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Paris, FR
The wardrobe comes from the student rooms of the Brazilian Pavillon at the Cité Internationale
Category

Mid-20th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Metal

Wardrobe
Wardrobe
H 59.5 in W 70.5 in D 25.5 in
Biedermeier Wardrobes
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Biedermeier wardrobes Palisander . The furniture from our workshop is manually covered with high
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Antique 1890s Polish Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Palisander

Biedermeier Wardrobes
Biedermeier Wardrobes
H 78.75 in W 82.68 in D 23.23 in
CASTLE Wardrobe
By House of Hackney
Located in New York, NY
No castle would be complete without a wardrobe in which to keep your royal robes (aka your pyjamas
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

CASTLE Wardrobe
CASTLE Wardrobe
H 84.06 in W 48.04 in D 21.46 in
Celeste Wardrobe
Located in Paris, FR
Wardrobe Celeste with all structure in solid walnut wood, with 180° openable glass doors with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut, Glass

Celeste Wardrobe
Celeste Wardrobe
H 70.87 in W 47.25 in D 20.95 in
Wardrobe Gustavian Style
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique Gustavian style Wardrobe. its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Gustavian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Wardrobe Gustavian Style
Wardrobe Gustavian Style
H 67 in W 45 in D 18 in
Antique Baroque Wardrobe
Located in Buxton, GB
storage a plenty. The wardrobe is of the impressive Bombe, crafted from wood with beautiful walnut veneer
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Bronze

Antique Baroque Wardrobe
Antique Baroque Wardrobe
H 82.68 in W 90.56 in D 26.78 in
Jugendstil Thonet wardrobe
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Jugendstil Thonet wardrobe in very good original condition with slight signs of use.
Category

Antique Early 1900s Hungarian Jugendstil Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Beech

Jugendstil Thonet wardrobe
Jugendstil Thonet wardrobe
H 75.6 in W 38.19 in D 24.02 in
Art Deco Wardrobes
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art deco wardrobes. The furniture from our workshop is manually covered with high-gloss shellac
Category

Vintage 1920s Polish Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Coconut

Art Deco Wardrobes
Art Deco Wardrobes
H 80.32 in W 88.19 in D 26.78 in
Renaissance Style Wardrobe
Located in Marseille, FR
Exceptional richly carved Renaissance style wardrobe decorated with sketches with many characters
Category

20th Century French Renaissance Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Renaissance Style Wardrobe
Renaissance Style Wardrobe
H 75.99 in W 118.12 in D 23.63 in
Lea Silhouette Wardrobe, Espresso Lacquer Wardrobe by Christian Siriano
By Christian Siriano
Located in New York, NY
Made to order espresso lacquer silhouette wardrobe designed by Christian Siriano. Material
Category

2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Lacquer

Louis XV wardrobe
By Societé anonyme francaise
Located in TARBES, FR
Louis XV Wardrobe Circa 1880 in Several Types of Wood Treat yourself to the timeless luxury of the
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Louis XV wardrobe
Louis XV wardrobe
H 96.86 in W 55.91 in D 25.99 in
Guglielmo Pecorini Wardrobe, 1950s
By Guglielmo Pecorini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Guglielmo Pecorini wardrobe, wood, Italy, 1950s. The Guglielmo Pecorini wardrobe stands out for
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Guglielmo Pecorini Wardrobe, 1950s
Guglielmo Pecorini Wardrobe, 1950s
H 75.6 in W 80.32 in D 24.61 in
18th Century Baroque Wardrobe
Located in Darmstadt, DE
The baroque wardrobe is a so-called “Nuremberg wave wardrobe” in German 'Nürnberger Wellenschrank
Category

Antique Early 18th Century German Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak, Walnut, Spruce

18th Century Baroque Wardrobe
18th Century Baroque Wardrobe
H 85.04 in W 68.9 in D 27.96 in
Chippendale wardrobe around 1960.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Wardrobe from the second half of the 20th century. Year: around 1960 Origin: Western Europe
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Chippendale Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Chippendale wardrobe around 1960.
Chippendale wardrobe around 1960.
H 85.04 in W 70.08 in D 19.69 in
Gio Ponti Wardrobe, 1960s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Milano, Lombardia
The Gio Ponti Wardrobe from the 1960s epitomizes mid-century modern sophistication and functional
Category

Vintage 1960s Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Gio Ponti Wardrobe, 1960s
Gio Ponti Wardrobe, 1960s
H 74.81 in W 114.18 in D 24.81 in
Bamboo Wardrobe, c. 1900
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a charming late 19th century English bamboo wardrobe or armoire. All elements of the
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Bamboo, Reed, Wood

Bamboo Wardrobe, c. 1900
Bamboo Wardrobe, c. 1900
H 75.5 in W 38 in D 19 in
19th century Mahogany wardrobe
Located in Cheshire, GB
19th-century Mahogany wardrobe, the breakfront moulded cornice over a pair of well-figured mahogany
Category

Antique 19th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

19th century Mahogany wardrobe
19th century Mahogany wardrobe
H 75 in W 56 in D 28 in
Chippendale revival mahogany wardrobe
Located in Cheshire, GB
Chippendale revival mahogany wardrobe of serpentine form having shaped carved moulded cornice above
Category

Early 20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Art Nouveau Rosewood Wardrobe
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Nouveau rosewood wardrobe. Second wardrobe on my second auction. The furniture from our
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Antique 1890s Polish Art Nouveau Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Art Nouveau Rosewood Wardrobe
Art Nouveau Rosewood Wardrobe
H 74.02 in W 48.43 in D 22.05 in
Art Nouveau Rosewood Wardrobe
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Nouveau rosewood wardrobe. Second wardrobe on my second auction. The furniture from our
Category

Antique 1890s Polish Art Nouveau Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Art Nouveau Rosewood Wardrobe
Art Nouveau Rosewood Wardrobe
H 74.02 in W 48.43 in D 22.05 in
Satinwood concaved Compactum Wardrobe
Located in Cheshire, GB
Late 19th century Sheraton Revival compactum wardrobe, the detachable decorated concaved cornice
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Satinwood

Satinwood concaved Compactum Wardrobe
Satinwood concaved Compactum Wardrobe
H 80 in W 80 in D 24.5 in
Art Deco Secesja Wardrobe .
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Deco Secesja wardrobe we are pleased to present the Polish Secession of 1900s-1910s. The
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Art Deco Secesja Wardrobe .
Art Deco Secesja Wardrobe .
H 85.44 in W 47.25 in D 17.72 in
Delta Wardrobe - Modern Handcrafted White Lacquer Wardrobe with Brass Details
By Prieto Studio
Located in London, GB
The curvaceous sides of the Delta collection, give the design a modern and elegant look; blending together a sense of warmth and comfortableness with a touch of minimalist simplicity...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Mahogany Three Door Wardrobe
Located in Cheshire, GB
Mahogany three-door wardrobe, the moulded scrolling cornice above three long well figured panelled
Category

Early 20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Mahogany Three Door Wardrobe
Mahogany Three Door Wardrobe
H 84.5 in W 76 in D 24.5 in
Oak single door wardrobe
Located in Cheshire, GB
Oak single-door wardrobe in the 17th Century style, the inverted breakfron cornice above carved
Category

Early 20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Oak single door wardrobe
Oak single door wardrobe
H 73.5 in W 33.5 in D 21 in
2 Art Deco Wardrobes
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
2 art deco wardrobes. The furniture from our workshop is manually covered with high-gloss
Category

Vintage 1920s Polish Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Coconut

2  Art Deco Wardrobes
2  Art Deco Wardrobes
H 75.99 in W 46.07 in D 20.87 in
Carved Walnut Compactum Wardrobe
Located in Cheshire, GB
Carved mahogany compactum wardrobe having carved removable finials, above two long mirror doors
Category

Early 20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Carved Walnut Compactum Wardrobe
Carved Walnut Compactum Wardrobe
H 95 in W 77.5 in D 25.5 in
Painted French Baroque Wardrobe
Located in Houston, TX
Baroque period tall two-door painted wardrobe with lower drawers. Scraped back to early paint
Category

Antique Late 17th Century French Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

Painted French Baroque Wardrobe
Painted French Baroque Wardrobe
H 99 in W 78 in D 32 in
Walnut two door wardrobe
Located in Cheshire, GB
Walnut wardrobe the architectural top with rope twist and shell carving decoration. Above a pair of
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Early 20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Walnut two door wardrobe
Walnut two door wardrobe
H 80 in W 47 in D 26 in
Crescent Wardrobe - Modern Handcrafted White Lacquered Wardrobe with Brass Legs
By Prieto Studio
Located in London, GB
The crescent collection is inspired by the graceful curvature of the antique arches, intertwined between them to bring its architectural majesty into our houses. It's a structure mad...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Georgian Mahogany Wardrobe Armoire
Located in Westwood, NJ
A fine English Georgian style Gentleman's wardrobe with crotch mahogany paneled doors on ornate
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Georgian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Mahogany

Georgian Mahogany Wardrobe Armoire
Georgian Mahogany Wardrobe Armoire
H 89 in W 47.25 in D 27.5 in
Wardrobe Louis Vuitton Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in palm beach, FL
In 1870’s, the Wardrobe trunk became the ultimate symbol of Parisian chic for outfits and
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Vintage 1980s French Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Wardrobe Louis Vuitton Trunk
Wardrobe Louis Vuitton Trunk
H 43 in W 22 in D 22 in
Art Deco Burlwood Wardrobe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Deco burlwood armoire cabinet. The doors retain their original door latches, handles and working lock and key. Made in UK circa 1930s.
Category

Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Burl

Art Deco Burlwood Wardrobe
Art Deco Burlwood Wardrobe
H 74.5 in W 48 in D 20 in
Baroque Entrance Hall Wardrobe
Located in Pompano Beach, FL
Manufactured in the Western part of the Old Austro-Hungarian Empire. Changed and supplemented first half of 19th C.. Monogram "BEWM1753" private estate Bavaria. Restored and repoli...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Wardrobes and Armoires

Baroque Entrance Hall Wardrobe
Baroque Entrance Hall Wardrobe
H 96 in W 84 in D 36 in
60s 70s Wardrobe Wall Wardrobe Läsko 3-Part Chrome Space Age Design
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s wardrobe wall wardrobe Läsko 3-part chrome space age design Object: wardrobe
Category

Vintage 1970s German Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Hunting wardrobe, France, around 1890.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Hunting wardrobe, France, around 1890. Very good condition. Wood: oak It is possible to place
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Romantic Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood, Oak

Hunting wardrobe, France, around 1890.
Hunting wardrobe, France, around 1890.
H 88.98 in W 49.22 in D 23.63 in
Eclectic wardrobe, France, around 1890.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Eclectic wardrobe, France, around 1890. Very good condition. Wood: walnut dimensions: height
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Antique 1890s French Gothic Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Eclectic wardrobe, France, around 1890.
Eclectic wardrobe, France, around 1890.
H 106.3 in W 46.46 in D 22.45 in
Antique wardrobe, France, circa 1900.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique wardrobe from the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. Dimensions: height 262 cm / width
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Louis Philippe Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Antique wardrobe, France, circa 1900.
Antique wardrobe, France, circa 1900.
H 103.15 in W 67.72 in D 22.05 in
Antique wardrobe, France, around 1870.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique wardrobe from the 19th centuries. Furniture in very good condition. Dimensions: height 260
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Louis Philippe Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Antique wardrobe, France, around 1870.
Antique wardrobe, France, around 1870.
H 102.37 in W 44.1 in D 22.45 in
Unique wardrobe, France, around 1880.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Unique wardrobe, France, around 1880. Very good condition. wood: walnut dimensions: height 240
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Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Unique wardrobe, France, around 1880.
Unique wardrobe, France, around 1880.
H 94.49 in W 51.19 in D 20.08 in
Wardrobe, France, around 1890. Antique.
Located in Chorzów, PL
An antique wardrobe from the end of the 19th century. Furniture in very good condition. Dimensions
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Wardrobe, France, around 1890. Antique.
Wardrobe, France, around 1890. Antique.
H 101.58 in W 62.6 in D 19.69 in
Deco Wardrobe by Heal's & Son
By Heal's
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Large six foot tall wardrobe cabinet in black and polished chrome. Made by Heal's of London, with a
Category

20th Century Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Chrome

Deco Wardrobe by Heal's & Son
Deco Wardrobe by Heal's & Son
H 71.25 in W 48.25 in D 21 in
Antique Rustic Pine Wardrobe, 1900s
Located in South Shields, GB
A quality Edwardian pine wardrobe or hall cupboard Constructed from solid pine The exterior is in
Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Antique Rustic Pine Wardrobe, 1900s
Antique Rustic Pine Wardrobe, 1900s
H 78.75 in W 49.22 in D 21.66 in
Near Pair of Walnut Wardrobes
Located in Cheshire, GB
Near pair of walnut wardrobes the architectural tops with rope twist and shell carving decoration
Category

Early 20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Near Pair of Walnut Wardrobes
Near Pair of Walnut Wardrobes
H 80 in W 47 in D 26 in
Baroque wardrobe, Germany, circa 1820.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Baroque wardrobe, Germany, circa 1820. Very good condition. Wood: walnut dimensions: height 205
Category

Antique 1820s German Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Baroque wardrobe, Germany, circa 1820.
Baroque wardrobe, Germany, circa 1820.
H 80.71 in W 59.06 in D 23.63 in
Mahogany Georgian 2 Door wardrobe
Located in Wilson, NC
Mahogany Georgian two door wardrobe with bottom drawer. Slight scratches on rear of left side panel
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Mahogany, Pine

Mahogany Georgian 2 Door wardrobe
Mahogany Georgian 2 Door wardrobe
H 79 in W 54.5 in D 19 in
Original Painted Country House Wardrobe
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Stunning early Victorian country house wardrobe with an original painted finish. The interior is
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Antique 19th Century English Early Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Pine

Original Painted Country House Wardrobe
Original Painted Country House Wardrobe
H 84 in W 99.5 in D 29.5 in
18th Century English Painted Wardrobe
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Wonderful 18th century English painted oak two door wardrobe / linen cupboard. Can be fitted with a
Category

Antique 18th Century English George III Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

18th Century English Painted Wardrobe
18th Century English Painted Wardrobe
H 85.5 in W 59 in D 25 in
19th Century Original Painted Wardrobe
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Good English 19th century original painted wardrobe / linen cupboard. This can be fitted with a
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Pine

19th Century Original Painted Wardrobe
19th Century Original Painted Wardrobe
H 91.5 in W 55.5 in D 24 in
Chinese Black & Gold Lacquered Wardrobe
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A Chinese black and gold lacquer wardrobe with decorated paneled sides and heavy brass hardware
Category

Early 20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Chinese Black & Gold Lacquered Wardrobe
Chinese Black & Gold Lacquered Wardrobe
H 67 in W 50.5 in D 20.5 in
Rare Wardrobe vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Rare Wardrobe vienna around 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Rare Wardrobe vienna around 1920s
Rare Wardrobe vienna around 1920s
H 7.29 in W 41.54 in D 5.12 in
17th Century Walnut Wardrobe, Italy
Located in Brussels, Brussels
workmanship with a superb carved top as well as base. Typical of Italian wardrobes and furniture pieces of
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Antique 17th Century Italian Renaissance Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

17th Century Walnut Wardrobe, Italy
17th Century Walnut Wardrobe, Italy
H 86.62 in W 57.88 in D 27.17 in
White Painted French Rococo Wardrobe
Located in Houston, TX
White painted French rococo wardrobe dating to circa 1740-1769. Mostly likely from Northern France
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak, Pine

White Painted French Rococo Wardrobe
White Painted French Rococo Wardrobe
H 86.75 in W 62.5 in D 23 in
Poul Hundevad Large Teak Wardrobe
By Poul Hundevad
Located in London, GB
Designed and crafted by Danish designer Poul Hundevad this teak wardrobe is a wonderful piece of
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Teak

Poul Hundevad Large Teak Wardrobe
Poul Hundevad Large Teak Wardrobe
H 76.78 in W 42.52 in D 16.93 in
Art Deco Compactom ladies wardrobe
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Beautiful Art Deco mahogany compactom wardrobe in perfect and completely original condition. This
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Antique Early 1900s Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Compactom ladies wardrobe
Art Deco Compactom ladies wardrobe
H 68.9 in W 48.82 in D 20.48 in
LOVELY ANTIQUE TRiPLE HARDWOOD WARDROBE
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale This Lovely Hardwood Triple Wardrobe. Please carefully examine
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20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Hardwood

LOVELY ANTIQUE TRiPLE HARDWOOD WARDROBE
LOVELY ANTIQUE TRiPLE HARDWOOD WARDROBE
H 83.47 in W 72.84 in D 23.63 in
Gdansk Wardrobe Oak from 1900
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
We present a unique Gdansk wardrobe. Prepared to order. This type of furniture was made in Gdansk
Category

Antique 1890s Polish Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Gdansk  Wardrobe Oak from 1900
Gdansk  Wardrobe Oak from 1900
H 81.5 in W 48.43 in D 28.35 in
Gdansk Wardrobe Oak from 1900
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
We present a unique Gdansk wardrobe. Prepared to order. This type of furniture was made in Gdansk
Category

Antique 1890s Polish Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Gdansk Wardrobe Oak from 1900
Gdansk Wardrobe Oak from 1900
H 81.89 in W 50.79 in D 28.35 in
Antique Colonial Bavarian Wardrobe Cupboard
Located in Buxton, GB
This Antique Bavarian Schrank wardrobe, made in Germany during the early 19th century, is a
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Antique 1820s German Colonial Revival Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Antique Colonial Bavarian Wardrobe Cupboard
Antique Colonial Bavarian Wardrobe Cupboard
H 74.81 in W 50.4 in D 24.41 in
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Wardrobe Wardrobe For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the wardrobe wardrobe you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, metal and walnut, every wardrobe wardrobe was constructed with great care. Find 11475 options for an antique or vintage wardrobe wardrobe now, or shop our selection of 502 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect wardrobe wardrobe — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each wardrobe wardrobe bearing mid-century modern, Art Deco or louis xv hallmarks is very popular. Louis Vuitton, Herta Baller and Guillerme et Chambron each produced at least one beautiful wardrobe wardrobe that is worth considering.

How Much is a Wardrobe Wardrobe?

A wardrobe wardrobe can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,554, while the lowest priced sells for $11 and the highest can go for as much as $536,000.

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.

Questions About Wardrobe Wardrobe
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Compactum wardrobe is a piece of furniture made for storing clothes. Compactum wardrobes typically have mirrored doors and internal storage drawers, cubbies, racks and shelves that hold all of your necessities. Shop a collection of Compactum wardrobes from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Knockdown wardrobes are wardrobes that can be dismantled. Knockdown furniture is a type of furniture that requires customer assembly; that is, the furniture comes in parts with instruction manuals for assembly. Find a collection of antique and vintage knockdown wardrobes on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A chifferobe wardrobe is a piece of furniture designed for storing clothes. It features an armoire side that allows you to hang clothes on one side. On the other side, it may feature drawers or shelves to allow for extra versatile storage space. Browse a collection of chifferobe wardrobes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

    The top of a wardrobe is called a clothes rack, which is reserved for hanging garments.

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    A freestanding wardrobe is called an armoire. Armoires have been around since medieval times, functioning initially as storage furniture for arms like swords. In modern times, these attractive case goods have a range of uses. 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. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique and vintage armoires.
  • 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    People may have mirrored wardrobes for different reasons. Some may appreciate the convenience of being able to quickly check their appearance after dressing for an event or for going into the office for work. Others may appreciate how mirrors can make a room seem larger or simply maximize the amount of lighting in a given space. On 1stDibs, find a range of mirrored wardrobes.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    The difference between an almirah and a wardrobe is that an almirah is a type of wardrobe that originated in India. Typically made of wood and used to hold clothes and shoes, it can also be employed in a kitchen for storing small appliances and miscellaneous items or in an office for books and files.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 11, 2024
    The difference between a wardrobe and a cupboard is that a wardrobe is a very tall structure that is typically located in a closet or bedroom. Wardrobes usually contain clothing and shoes, while a cupboard, even though it is a versatile type of case piece, is usually found in a kitchen or pantry and is used for food storage. 

    Although both are types of storage cabinets, a wardrobe is generally much larger than a cupboard. A wardrobe is a tall, streamlined cabinet that usually has some combination of drawers, shelves and hanging rods. You won’t find any hanging rods in a cupboard.

    Cupboards have long been staples in interior design as reliable case pieces, which have been a vital part of the home for centuries. Cupboards appeared in the Middle Ages and by the 17th century had eclipsed the chest in popularity as a piece of furniture for storage. New techniques in woodworking allowed furniture manufacturers to build pieces that were more complex than simple chests.

    Find a collection of antique and vintage storage furniture for sale 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.

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    You 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether mirrored wardrobes are a good idea is largely a matter of personal opinion. You may like the convenience of being able to check your appearance in the reflective surface. Mirrored furniture can also make small rooms seem larger and add appealing shine to spaces. Shop a selection of mirrored wardrobes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    A wardrobe with drawers is called a chifforobe or chifferobe. It usually features a large, roomy interior for hanging clothes on one side and a chest of drawers on the other. Chifforobes date back to the early 20th century, and their name is a combination of the words wardrobe and chiffonier, the term for a narrow chest of drawers. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of chifforobes.

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