Wardrobes and Armoires
20th Century American Country Wardrobes and Armoires
Cherry
Early 20th Century Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 20th Century Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
2010s German Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
18th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
19th Century French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1890s French Directoire Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Oak
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
1850s French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Oak
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Oak
Mid-19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1930s Czech Bauhaus Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Mid-19th Century Unknown Louis Philippe Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Steel
1870s British Indian Ocean Territory Anglo Raj Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Rosewood, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Ultrasuede, Hardwood, Beech
1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Aluminum
Early 20th Century Indonesian Dutch Colonial Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wrought Iron
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
19th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Paint
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 19th Century Italian Rustic Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine, Paint
Early 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
1830s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1840s Dutch Rococo Revival Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
18th Century Canadian Louis XIV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Late 20th Century Philippine Aesthetic Movement Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1970s American Space Age Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Stainless Steel
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
2010s Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1710s Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
19th Century English Victorian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Oak
1870s French Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
1920s Austrian Jugendstil Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Ash
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Mirror, Wood
1910s French Industrial Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Copper
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 20th Century Unknown Jacobean Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1920s English Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak, Mahogany
2010s German Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Chrome
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Brass
18th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
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.