Wardrobes and Armoires
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Gold
2010s Italian Other Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Mid-18th Century Dutch Neoclassical Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze, Ormolu
1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
20th Century Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
1960s American Louis XVI Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Ebony
Early 1900s German Rustic Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
2010s Italian Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Mirror, Wood
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut
Late 20th Century Philippine Chinoiserie Wardrobes and Armoires
Bamboo, Rattan, Mirror
Mid-18th Century German Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Early 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Hardwood
20th Century American Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Nickel
1950s Italian Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Wood, Maple, Walnut
Late 18th Century Unknown Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Steel
Early 1800s French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fruitwood
18th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Late 20th Century Italian Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut, Fir
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
19th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Rosewood
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1820s German Colonial Revival Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
19th Century French Primitive Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Early 19th Century Austrian Folk Art Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine, Paint
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Birdseye Maple, Oak, Rosewood
1750s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
Early 1900s Czech Romantic Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1870s British Indian Ocean Territory Anglo Raj Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Rosewood, Teak
Mid-19th Century French Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Paint
1750s French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Chestnut, Fruitwood
1730s German Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
16th Century European Renaissance Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Macassar, Walnut
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1880s French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1920s Italian Baroque Revival Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut, Burl
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Steel
1880s French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1920s American Country Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Early 17th Century French Rustic Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
19th Century Chinese Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Paint
19th Century English Victorian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
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.