Wardrobes and Armoires
2010s German Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Chrome
2010s British Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Steel
20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Pine
2010s Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1880s French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Late 17th Century Italian Louis XIV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Nutwood
2010s Portuguese Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-19th Century Unknown Louis Philippe Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Oak
1880s Chinese Qing Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Hardwood
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Chrome
18th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Ultrasuede, Beech, Walnut
Late 19th Century French Regency Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
20th Century British Georgian Wardrobes and Armoires
Hardwood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 20th Century Unknown Folk Art Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
18th Century French Primitive Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Late 19th Century Scottish Georgian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut, Hardwood, Paper
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
19th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fruitwood
2010s French Neoclassical Wardrobes and Armoires
Cherry, Oak
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
19th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
18th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
2010s French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
Early 1900s British Chinoiserie Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Wood
2010s American Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron, Steel
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
2010s Estonian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
20th Century Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Oak
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Beech, Elm
18th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Early 20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
18th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Late 19th Century British Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
19th Century English William IV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Other
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1940s French French Provincial Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel, Chrome
1750s American Queen Anne Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
2010s Austrian Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Spruce
20th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Fabric
20th Century Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
2010s British Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Steel
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.