Wardrobes and Armoires
1930s French Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Leather
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wrought Iron
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Wood
Mid-18th Century Swedish Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Paint
1930s French Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Cherry
1970s Chinoiserie Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Faux Bamboo, Wicker, Wood
19th Century American Rococo Revival Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Rosewood
1910s French Louis Philippe Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1890s Polish Art Nouveau Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1810s French Folk Art Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Metal
Early 19th Century German Empire Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Mahogany
18th Century and Earlier Swedish Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wrought Iron
2010s Portuguese Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Late 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Elm, Giltwood
Mid-19th Century Dutch Renaissance Revival Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
1920s English Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Hardwood, Beech
17th Century French Louis XIII Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
19th Century European Aesthetic Movement Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1790s French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-18th Century English George II Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
Mid-18th Century French Louis XIII Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1980s Swedish Post-Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
2010s Portuguese Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
19th Century Spanish Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
2010s American Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Steel
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Aluminum
Early 20th Century Spanish Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
20th Century French Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Maple
1820s German Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
18th Century German Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak, Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Mid-18th Century Danish Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1890s Polish Arts and Crafts Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1970s German Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
1770s French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Fruitwood
Early 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
2010s Belgian Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Early 18th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Rosewood
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Early 20th Century Indian Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Late 18th Century English Chippendale Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
20th Century French Renaissance Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
18th Century Spanish Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
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.