Wardrobes and Armoires
Mid-20th Century Italian Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
2010s Italian Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
Late 18th Century French Louis XIV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
1980s American Gothic Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
1710s Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Early 20th Century Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Brass
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1960s British Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Wire
1850s German Folk Art Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
19th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Steel
1770s German Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
1870s French Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1920s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Earthenware, Wood
1970s American Space Age Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Stainless Steel
1950s British Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 20th Century Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Oak
1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
20th Century American Country Wardrobes and Armoires
Cherry
Early 19th Century English William IV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century Danish Art Deco Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
2010s Asian Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
16th Century European Renaissance Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Wardrobes and Armoires
Gold Plate, Brass
1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Wire
1930s European Industrial Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Zebra Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1950s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
17th Century French Louis XIII Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Oak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
18th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Mid-19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Early 1800s Austrian Empire Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pearwood
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
20th Century Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1940s French Art Deco Vintage 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.





