Wardrobes and Armoires
Late 19th Century French Rococo Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Walnut
19th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
2010s Italian Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires
Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-18th Century Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
2010s British Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Steel
Early 19th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Early 20th Century German Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
18th Century French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Marble
Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
2010s German Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
19th Century British Georgian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
1980s French Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
1960s Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
20th Century British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Hardwood
Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
2010s Spanish Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
Late 19th Century Austrian Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
20th Century Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1930s French Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
2010s Wardrobes and Armoires
Leather, Ash
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel, Chrome
18th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
19th Century British Victorian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
1950s American Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
1860s Victorian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
2010s German Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
20th Century American Chinoiserie Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze, Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
18th Century Swedish Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Early 19th Century German Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Pine
1820s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Early 1800s French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Bamboo
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Early 20th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Paint
2010s British Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
19th Century Swedish Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Paint
Early 18th Century German Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak, Walnut, Spruce
Mid-20th Century Chinese Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1820s German Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1990s Wardrobes and Armoires
Cord, Braid
Late 20th Century Philippine Wardrobes and Armoires
Rattan
1930s French Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
19th Century Irish William IV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Brass
2010s British Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Steel
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
1840s European Early Victorian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
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.