Wardrobes and Armoires
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
19th Century British Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
18th Century French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Marble
1850s Italian Louis Philippe Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
17th Century Dutch Renaissance Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary European Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
2010s Italian Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Sycamore
1950s American Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Copper
17th Century German Other Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
20th Century Italian Wardrobes and Armoires
Bamboo
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Minimalist Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Organic Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1980s Asian Chinoiserie Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Hardwood
1950s Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
19th Century Italian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Late 19th Century American Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1830s Austrian Neoclassical Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
18th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
1970s Spanish Post-Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
19th Century Dutch Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1830s English William IV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Other
1760s English George III Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Hardwood, Walnut
Early 20th Century Spanish Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1950s Italian Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Beech
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
17th Century Italian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 18th Century Belgian Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Ultrasuede, Beech, Walnut
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
2010s Italian Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Iron, Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Ebony, Satinwood, Zebra Wood
2010s French Scandinavian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Ash
Mid-20th Century Chinese Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Late 20th Century American Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires
Cedar
Mid-18th Century Austrian Renaissance Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1870s English Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
1870s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Ash, Fruitwood
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1930s Italian Chippendale Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Marble
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary European Wardrobes and Armoires
Gold Leaf
2010s Lebanese Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Mother-of-Pearl, Walnut
Late 19th Century English Renaissance Revival Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Oak
1890s Polish Arts and Crafts Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
2010s Mexican Post-Modern 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.