Wardrobes and Armoires
1750s Swiss Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Late 19th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
2010s Polish Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Sycamore
21st Century and Contemporary British Wardrobes and Armoires
Plywood, Lacquer, Paint
2010s Indian Other Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s Indian Other Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s French Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary British Wardrobes and Armoires
Plywood, Lacquer, Paint
2010s Korean Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
2010s Indian Other Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s Indian Other Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Sheet Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary British Wardrobes and Armoires
Plywood, Lacquer, Paint
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-20th Century Spanish Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
18th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary British Wardrobes and Armoires
Plywood, Lacquer, Paint
2010s Norwegian Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Other
2010s South African Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary British Wardrobes and Armoires
Plywood, Lacquer, Paint
1920s European Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
20th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
Late 20th Century Spanish Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
Early 19th Century Baltic Dutch Colonial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak, Rosewood
19th Century Unknown Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Pine
18th Century Italian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
2010s Indian Other Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary British Wardrobes and Armoires
Plywood, Lacquer, Paint
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze, Iron
2010s American Other Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
2010s Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
19th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary British Wardrobes and Armoires
Plywood, Lacquer, Paint
2010s Italian Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Steel
Early 20th Century Wardrobes and Armoires
1980s Philippine Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Bone
20th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
2010s European Wardrobes and Armoires
Marble, Aluminum, Steel
1950s Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
19th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
21st Century and Contemporary German Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
Late 19th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
2010s Indian Other Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s Indian Other Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s Indian Other Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s Indian Other Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Sheet Metal
1960s German Industrial Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
2010s English Wardrobes and Armoires
Burlap, Wood
2010s American Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Wardrobes and Armoires
Fabric, Glass, Giltwood
Late 17th Century Dutch Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Hardwood, Fruitwood, Kingwood, Nutwood, Oak, Pearwood, Tulipwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
20th Century Swedish Wardrobes and Armoires
Birch
21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic 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.