Wardrobes and Armoires
19th Century Spanish Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Rosewood
Late 19th Century British Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Late 20th Century Philippine Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary European Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Palisander, Rosewood
Early 20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
19th Century Chinese Neoclassical Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Mirror, Mahogany, Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
1950s American Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Late 18th Century German Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak, Walnut
18th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Early 19th Century Danish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
2010s Australian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Copper
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Early 20th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
1990s American Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires
Hardwood
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Stone, Bronze
1920s French Louis XV Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
2010s Portuguese Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Copper
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Sheet Metal
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
19th Century German Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
19th Century European Neoclassical Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Other
Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Vermeil, Silver
1840s Italian Louis Philippe Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Poplar
Early 1800s French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
1950s Austrian Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary French Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Late 19th Century European Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
20th Century Organic Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1930s Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Cherry
18th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
16th Century French Rustic Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Aluminum
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Brass
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
2010s German Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
18th Century European Rococo Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Other, Iron
19th Century British Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
Early 18th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Oak
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze, Iron
Late 19th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
19th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak, 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.