Wardrobes and Armoires
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Goat Hair, Wood, Walnut
Mid-19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
Early 20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1930s Czech Streamlined Moderne Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
19th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fruitwood
1870s French Regency Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Enamel, Iron
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Wood
1930s Czech Bauhaus Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel, Chrome
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Marble, Metal, Wrought Iron
18th Century and Earlier French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
2010s Italian Other Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1970s Chinoiserie Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Faux Bamboo, Wicker, Wood
2010s French Neoclassical Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 20th Century Unknown Jacobean Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
2010s Italian Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
19th Century Italian Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
19th Century Indian Rustic Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
Mid-18th Century German Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak, Walnut
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
18th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Rosewood
Mid-19th Century Unknown Louis Philippe Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Oak
Early 20th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
Early 20th Century Czech Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Wardrobes and Armoires
Lacquer
19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fir
1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires
Hardwood
1780s Italian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
2010s Italian Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
1920s French Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1920s Italian Baroque Revival Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut, Burl
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
19th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fruitwood
Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Ash, Plywood
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Maple
1720s Italian Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Poplar
1940s Italian Baroque Revival Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Velvet, Mirror, Burl, Walnut
1890s Austrian Neoclassical Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fir
Late 19th Century British Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
1840s Austrian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Early 1800s European Georgian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1790s German Empire Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Gesso, Pine
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
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.