Wardrobes and Armoires
1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Mahogany, Parchment Paper
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1950s British Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak, Seagrass
1710s Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
20th Century American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Nickel
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
19th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fruitwood
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
2010s Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Beech, Oak, Teak
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Late 20th Century Philippine Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Stone, Bronze
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Stone, Bronze
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Aluminum
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Stone, Aluminum
Late 18th Century German Gustavian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Giltwood
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Stone, Bronze
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Aluminum
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Stone, Malachite, Bronze
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Stone, Malachite, Bronze
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Lapis Lazuli, Aluminum
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut, Lacquer
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Formica, Walnut
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Copper
Early 20th Century Wardrobes and Armoires
Rosewood
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Ceramic, Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Cane, Walnut
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut
Early 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Early 18th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Iron
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut, Wood
1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1840s Italian Louis Philippe Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fir, Poplar
2010s Austrian Jugendstil Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1930s Bauhaus Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel, Chrome
19th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Late 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Antique and Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
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.