Wardrobes and Armoires
Late 19th Century British Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1780s Swedish Gustavian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Bouclé, Maple
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Beech, Fir
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Birdseye Maple
1850s German Rustic Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Marble, Bronze
1840s French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
20th Century English Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
2010s Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
20th Century Gothic Wardrobes and Armoires
Softwood
1940s Finnish Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Birch
19th Century Louis Philippe Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
18th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Copper
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-19th Century American Empire Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
2010s Mexican Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary French Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Early 20th Century Javanese Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
2010s German Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary French Louis Philippe Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Brass
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut, Pine
19th Century Swedish Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Paint
Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
2010s Polish Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
2010s Polish Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
19th Century British Georgian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
2010s Polish Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Sycamore
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Steel
1830s Italian Renaissance Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut
20th Century Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
1970s Italian Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 18th Century French Louis XIII Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
1950s Unknown Industrial Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1930s Austrian Bauhaus Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary French Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
19th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
18th Century Italian Louis XIV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Paint
2010s Czech Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Chrome
19th Century American American Craftsman Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
17th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1970s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Early 1900s European Other Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Cherry
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
2010s Polish Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Clay, Oak
19th Century French Mid-Century Modern Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1750s Italian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique 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.