Wardrobes and Armoires
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Ceramic, Oak
20th Century Italian Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires
Fir
Early 1800s Swiss Rustic Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Lapis Lazuli, Aluminum
18th Century and Earlier Dutch Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
18th Century Bolivian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fruitwood
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut
2010s Australian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Copper
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
1820s German Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Iron
1820s German Colonial Revival Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Mirror, Mahogany, Oak
Mid-19th Century Spanish Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Enamel
18th Century French Rococo Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Other
2010s Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Aluminum, Iron
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
2010s Polish Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
18th Century Dutch Rococo Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Early 20th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Late 20th Century Philippine Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
2010s Polish Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1880s English High Victorian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Late 20th Century American Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
2010s French Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Early 20th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Early 20th Century Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Early 19th Century North American American Craftsman Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Sycamore
1930s Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Burl
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak, Walnut
19th Century German Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Oak
19th Century Italian Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Stone, Bronze
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
18th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
2010s Portuguese Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Gold Leaf
Mid-20th Century Spanish Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Natural Fiber, Lacquer
Late 17th Century French Louis XIV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Early 1800s French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Carrara Marble, Bronze
18th Century European Rococo Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Other, Iron
2010s Polish Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fruitwood
Early 20th Century European Edwardian Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1890s French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Poplar, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Leather
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.