Wardrobes and Armoires
18th Century German Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
19th Century French Regency Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Bamboo, Oak
19th Century Unknown Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1890s Polish Arts and Crafts Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
2010s French Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
18th Century Italian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Poplar
1970s Italian Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Iron
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Late 20th Century Asian Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Early 1900s Slovak Vienna Secession Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Bentwood
18th Century English George III Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
18th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
2010s American Other Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
Early 19th Century Brazilian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
17th Century Italian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1820s German Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
2010s Polish Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
2010s Polish Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Sycamore
Early 1900s Austrian Neoclassical Revival Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
1930s Italian Chippendale Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 19th Century Italian Charles X Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Rosewood
2010s Polish Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1780s Brazilian Other Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1750s French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
2010s Polish Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Late 20th Century Spanish Wardrobes and Armoires
Bamboo, Wicker
2010s Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Aluminum
1950s Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Aluminum
19th Century Unknown Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
2010s Polish Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Mid-20th Century Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
2010s Indian Other Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Sheet Metal
Mid-20th Century Austrian Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-18th Century English George II Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Stone, Malachite, Bronze
17th Century Italian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1950s Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary French Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
18th Century Italian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Poplar
2010s Polish Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak, Poplar
2010s Danish Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Mid-20th Century Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1890s Austrian Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Coconut
2010s Indian Other Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Sheet Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Lebanese Minimalist Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
19th Century Italian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Poplar
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Epoxy Resin, Walnut, Paint
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Oak
18th Century Portuguese Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
2010s Indian Other Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Sheet Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
2010s Polish Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
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.