Wardrobes and Armoires
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Nickel
19th Century French Rococo Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Iron
1910s French Industrial Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Late 20th Century Philippine Aesthetic Movement Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Chrome
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Italian Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires
Fir
Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1920s English Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak, Mahogany
1830s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1890s English Industrial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Gold
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
17th Century Dutch Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Ebony, Rosewood
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Brass
Late 19th Century Danish Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine, Paint
Mid-19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Late 19th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
19th Century English William IV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
19th Century Italian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
19th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
19th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
18th Century English French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Hardwood, Oak
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Oak
Mid-19th Century German Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine, Paint
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Late 19th Century German Louis Philippe Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1750s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
20th Century French Art Nouveau Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Early 19th Century Swedish Rustic Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1890s Italian Renaissance Revival Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Walnut
1860s Victorian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
1880s Italian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
18th Century English George III Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
1940s French Industrial Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Steel
Early 20th Century Hungarian Baroque Revival Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1750s French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Chestnut, Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Wood
17th Century Spanish Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Chestnut
1980s American Campaign Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
18th Century French Louis XIV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Early 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Cherry
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Burl, Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
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.