Wardrobes and Armoires
Early 1800s European Georgian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1920s Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1760s French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1930s Czech Streamlined Moderne Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
16th Century French Renaissance Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1780s Dutch Chippendale Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Birch, Maple, Paint
Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
1930s European Arts and Crafts Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut, Cedar
19th Century Indian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Cherry, Ash
20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Maple
Early 1900s American Industrial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
1950s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Walnut
Early 1900s French Art Deco Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Late 17th Century French Louis XIV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Spruce, Birch
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Early 20th Century European Aesthetic Movement Wardrobes and Armoires
Ormolu
Early 20th Century Italian Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1890s Polish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Palisander
Late 18th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Cherry
19th Century Dutch Georgian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Early 1700s German Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut
1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1950s Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
20th Century European Other Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Late 19th Century Danish Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1950s Chinoiserie Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Copper
18th Century and Earlier Swedish Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wrought Iron
Early 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Paint
19th Century Chinese Ming Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Rosewood
1870s French Regency Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Enamel, Iron
Mid-19th Century Austrian Neoclassical Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Oak
18th Century Spanish Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1970s Italian Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
19th Century British Renaissance Revival Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
2010s French Neoclassical Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
2010s Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Leather, Oak, Cork
Early 1800s French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fruitwood
1750s French Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
18th Century French Louis XIV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
19th Century Irish William IV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Brass
Late 20th Century American Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1820s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI 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.