Wardrobes and Armoires
1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Ceramic, Oak
1810s Baltic Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Birdseye Maple
1940s Spanish Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
17th Century European Renaissance Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
19th Century French Rococo Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Chinese Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1840s Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
2010s Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Late 18th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Late 18th Century Austrian Empire Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Other
Mid-19th Century Austrian Neoclassical Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Early 19th Century Baltic Dutch Colonial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak, Rosewood
1910s Italian Baroque Revival Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Walnut, Burl
1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Early 20th Century Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
19th Century English Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Elm
21st Century and Contemporary English Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
2010s Lebanese Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Mother-of-Pearl, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1880s Chinese Qing Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
18th Century French Louis XIV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1870s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Birch
2010s American Other Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
20th Century American Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Laminate, Wood
19th Century American Rococo Revival Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Rosewood
18th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Birdseye Maple
1840s Dutch Rococo Revival Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
19th Century Chinese Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Glass
1890s Austrian Neoclassical Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fir
21st Century and Contemporary English Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
Late 18th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
20th Century American Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
Late 19th Century American Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1820s Latvian Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
1750s Italian Rococo Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1890s Polish Arts and Crafts Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1890s Polish Arts and Crafts Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1960s Mexican Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
1940s French Other Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Marble, Bronze
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1870s French Regency Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron, Enamel
1950s American Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Burl, Cork, Lacquer, Mahogany, Rosewood
1820s French Louis XIV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Sycamore
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
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.