Wardrobes and Armoires
2010s Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Aluminum, Iron
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome, Steel
2010s Polish Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
2010s Polish Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
2010s Polish Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
2010s Portuguese Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut
1920s English Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Maple
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
2010s Polish Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
2010s Polish Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
2010s Italian Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
Early 20th Century Scottish Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze, Iron
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Natural Fiber, Lacquer
2010s German Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Chrome
2010s South African Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Plastic
Early 20th Century Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Stone, Malachite, Bronze
Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
2010s Indian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Stone, Bronze
2010s Australian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
2010s German Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Chrome
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Aluminum
2010s Danish Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
2010s Canadian Bohemian Wardrobes and Armoires
Birdseye Maple, Oak, Walnut
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Stone, Aluminum
1920s Argentine Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Hide
Early 1900s French Renaissance Revival Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Wood
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s Danish Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
2010s Danish Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
2010s Dutch Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
2010s European Gustavian Wardrobes and Armoires
Hardwood, Plywood
2010s Danish Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
2010s French Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary French Other Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Brass
2010s Korean Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Wardrobes and Armoires
Lacquer
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
2010s French Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
2010s French Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
2010s Spanish Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
2010s Danish Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Early 20th Century French Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1920s Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Rosewood, Walnut, Lacquer
2010s Danish Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
2010s Belgian Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
2010s Australian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Copper
1920s Argentine Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Hide
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
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.