Wardrobes and Armoires
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Mid-18th Century English George II Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1950s Swiss Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
2010s Italian Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires
Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
18th Century and Earlier French Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fruitwood
19th Century Unknown Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
21st Century and Contemporary European Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Mid-18th Century French Louis XIII Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary British Minimalist Wardrobes and Armoires
Aluminum
Mid-19th Century English Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Palisander, Cocobolo
Early 20th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
19th Century Czech Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century Spanish Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
2010s American Other Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
1940s Italian Chippendale Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Burl, Wood
17th Century French Louis XIII Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Early 1800s Dutch Louis XVI Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Sycamore
1950s Austrian Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1820s French Restauration Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fruitwood, Walnut
Mid-19th Century American American Classical Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Birdseye Maple, Mahogany
Early 20th Century Czech Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
2010s European Wardrobes and Armoires
Marble, Aluminum, Steel
1770s French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Gold Leaf
Late 18th Century French Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Early 1800s French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
18th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
1810s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1750s German Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Late 19th Century Scottish Arts and Crafts Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary European Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Hardwood
Late 20th Century Spanish Wardrobes and Armoires
Bamboo, Wicker
Late 19th Century European Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
2010s American Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron, Steel
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Ebony, Oak
2010s American Primitive Wardrobes and Armoires
Reclaimed Wood
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
1830s European Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Lebanese Minimalist Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
19th Century Italian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Poplar
Early 20th Century French Other Wardrobes and Armoires
Leather
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Beech, 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.