Wardrobes and Armoires
Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
Early 1800s French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
1810s German Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Birch, Mahogany
Early 20th Century Unknown Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Mid-19th Century Unknown Louis Philippe Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Mid-19th Century Unknown Louis Philippe Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Oak
Late 20th Century Unknown Chippendale Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Mirror, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Rosewood, Teak
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Walnut, Paint
Mid-18th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1910s Jugendstil Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Pearwood
20th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Early 19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Brass
Early 19th Century French Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
19th Century Italian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Poplar
18th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Paint
1890s French Empire Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
1990s Indonesian Wardrobes and Armoires
Bamboo
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Rattan, Fruitwood
1950s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1950s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
2010s Austrian Jugendstil Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Aluminum, Chrome
19th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Ash, Beech, Walnut
1870s French Renaissance Revival Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
18th Century Italian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Early 20th Century Hungarian Country Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wicker, Oak
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Steel, Chrome
19th Century English Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Burl
1850s French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Early 20th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1980s American Campaign Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Formica, Ash
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Early 1900s Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1980s Chinese Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1980s Chinese Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1930s Czech Bauhaus Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel, Chrome
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Antique and Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires for Sale on 1stDibs
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.