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Wardrobes and Armoires For Sale
Period: 21st Century and Contemporary
Period: 1960s
Minimalist Timeless Wardrobe in Oak Wood
Located in Lisbon, PT
A key element for modern living is an efficient use of space. The less area we use for storage, the more room will be available to other things that makes you enjoy living. ALFAMA wa...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood, Oak

Light Yellow 2-Door Wardrobe in Ash Wood
Located in Landivy, FR
Shelf Cabinet designed by the parisian Designer Eric Gizard is equipped with 2 adjustable lacquered shelves and 2 doors with a push loose opening. The Kube itself (without the fe...
Category

2010s French Scandinavian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood, Ash

Blue Grey 2 Door Wardrobe in Ash Wood, Made in France
Located in Landivy, FR
Shelf Cabinet designed by the parisian Designer Eric Gizard is equipped with 2 adjustable lacquered shelves and 2 doors with a push loose opening. The Kube itself (without the fe...
Category

2010s French Scandinavian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood, Ash

Cabinet "Casson" by Daniele Della Porta
Located in Napoli, NA
The Casson storage units were designed by Daniele Della Porta. The innovative compositional approach allows Casson storage units to fit functional...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Other

Indo-Portuguese Mughal Bar with Faux Tortoiseshell Decore, Bone, Ebony & Iron
Located in Bosques de las Lomas, MX
This is an Indo-Portuguese bar cabinet has a geometric decoration inspired by stars. Adorned with faux tortoiseshell, bone inlay and ebony, it also has a distinct iron lock. The cabi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

21st Century Cubo Inlaid Cabinet in Ash and Maple, Made in Italy by Hebanon
Located in Nocera Superiore, Campania
Combined by Hebanon's master cabinet-makers, the woods are skilfully juxtaposed to design a refined optical inlay. The frontal perspective illusion is reinforced by the 45° cut of...
Category

2010s Italian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

Wrongwoods Pink With Blue Night Table By Established & Sons
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
British artist Richard Woods is renowned for his work with garish and repetitious motifs. He has applied these to facades, floors and walls across the world in commissioned work and gallery installations. These ‘logos’ are often abstractions and interpretations of domestic pattern, the woodblock print being a particularly recognisable signature print. Designer Sebastian Wrong teamed up with Woods for Established & Sons’ programme of collaborations where individuals from two creative fields work together. Woods’ block printed motifs were applied to Wrong’s utilitarian cabinets. These storage units are reminiscent of 1950s furniture – a fitting vehicle because much of Woods’ work is based on a nostalgia for mid-century domestic interiors. Dimensions Night Table: L585mm × D355mm × H595mm 16kg Chest of Drawers: L1090mm × D510mm × H735mm 70kg Low Cabinet: L1500mm × D405mm × H645mm 60kg Long Low Cabinet...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Lacquer, Paint, Plywood

Sea Blue Scandinavian 2 Door Wardrobe Cabinet in Ash Wood
Located in Landivy, FR
Shelf Cabinet designed by the parisian Designer Eric Gizard is equipped with 2 adjustable lacquered shelves and 2 doors with a push loose opening. The Kube itself (without the fe...
Category

2010s French Scandinavian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood, Ash

Wrongwoods Pink with Blue Low Cabinet by Established & Sons
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
British artist Richard Woods is renowned for his work with garish and repetitious motifs. He has applied these to facades, floors and walls across the world in commissioned work and ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Plywood, Lacquer, Paint

Minimalist Timeless Wardrobe in Ash Wood
Located in Lisbon, PT
A key element for modern living is an efficient use of space. The less area we use for storage, the more room will be available to other things that makes you enjoy living. ALFAMA wa...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood, Ash

21st Century "Black" Cabinet, RedGum & Ash Inlay, Made in Italy by Hebanon
Located in Nocera Superiore, Campania
A splendid and elegant design that will imbue a refined contemporary interior with utmost sophistication, this cabinet will elevate the style of an entryway decor. Superbly handcraft...
Category

2010s Italian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

Red 2-Door Cabinet Égée in Ash Wood from Pefc-Certified French Forests
Located in Landivy, FR
Shelf Cabinet designed by the parisian Designer Eric Gizard is equipped with 2 adjustable lacquered shelves and 2 doors with a push loose opening. The Kube itself (without the fe...
Category

2010s French Scandinavian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood, Ash

Original 1960s Italian Coat Stand Design in Walnut and Beech with Umbrella Stand
Located in Buggiano, IT
Original 1960s coat stand in walnut and beech with umbrella stand Finishes in light wood Very elegant Special design. Comes from an old country house in the Pisa area of Tuscany. The...
Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Beech, Walnut

French dark blue 2-Door Cupboard, scandinavian design by Eric Gizard
Located in Landivy, FR
Shelf Cabinet designed by the parisian Designer Eric Gizard is equipped with 2 adjustable lacquered shelves and 2 doors with a push loose opening. The Kube itself (without the fe...
Category

2010s French Scandinavian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood, Ash

Wrongwoods White with Green Low Cabinet by Established & Sons
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
British artist Richard Woods is renowned for his work with garish and repetitious motifs. He has applied these to facades, floors and walls across the world in commissioned work and gallery installations. These ‘logos’ are often abstractions and interpretations of domestic pattern, the woodblock print being a particularly recognisable signature print. Designer Sebastian Wrong teamed up with Woods for Established & Sons’ programme of collaborations where individuals from two creative fields work together. Woods’ block printed motifs were applied to Wrong’s utilitarian cabinets. These storage units are reminiscent of 1950s furniture – a fitting vehicle because much of Woods’ work is based on a nostalgia for mid-century domestic interiors. Dimensions Night Table: L585mm × D355mm × H595mm 16kg Chest of Drawers: L1090mm × D510mm × H735mm 70kg Low Cabinet: L1500mm × D405mm × H645mm 60kg Long Low Cabinet...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Plywood, Lacquer, Paint

German Travel Wardrobe in Red Painted Metal with Steel Handles
Located in Marbella, ES
German travel wardrobe in red painted metal with Steel Handles.
Category

2010s German Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Metal, Steel

Round Wall Cabinet with Lapis Lazuli by Pierre De Valck
Located in Geneve, CH
Round wall cabinet with lapis lazuli by Pierre De Valck. Dimensions: W 90 x D 15 x H 90 cm. Materials: Waxed aluminium with Lapis Lazuli. Weight:...
Category

2010s Belgian Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Aluminum

21st Century Walnut Finish Classical Shoe Rack by Modenese Gastone Interiors
Located in PADOVA, Italy
Spacious and ergonomic shoe rack in walnut finish by the Italian producer Modenese Gastone Interiors. Its bold solid wood structure is steady and imposing, while its internal disposition is carefully designed in order to maximize the available space, being able to contain up to 40 pairs of shoes. Admire the beautiful veneer inlay covering the wood panels, and the gold leaf finishes along the lines...
Category

2010s Italian Rococo Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf

United Style Young MCM Walnut Brass Gentleman's Chest Highboy Dresser
Located in Countryside, IL
United Style Young Manufacturing mid century walnut and brass gentleman's chest highboy dresser. Dresser measures: 42 wide x 19 deep x 46.75 inch...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

2-Door Cabinet Égée Designed by Eric Gizard, Paris
Located in Landivy, FR
Shelf Cabinet designed by the parisian Designer Eric Gizard is equipped with 2 adjustable lacquered shelves and 2 doors with a push loose opening. The ...
Category

2010s French Scandinavian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood, Ash

Wood Villiers Armoire Doors Design with 1300 Hand Applied Pieces, Iron & Slate
Located in Bosques de las Lomas, MX
Inspired by a jet turbine, the Villiers armoire has 1300 hand-applied pieces that decorate its doors, giving it its emblematic textured finish. Its distinct iron base has been cast i...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Slate, Iron

Modern Minimal Yellow Aluminium Privacy Screen / Room Divider
By &New
Located in Leicester, GB
The Gray Screen is a freestanding room divider, named after the iconic modernist architect-designer Eileen Gray, a lover of screens. The large powder-coated aluminium curves introduc...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Minimalist Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Aluminum

Chocolate Grey 2-Door Cabinet ÉGÉE in Ash Woof, Design E. Gizard Paris
Located in Landivy, FR
Shelf Cabinet designed by the parisian Designer Eric Gizard is equipped with 2 adjustable lacquered shelves and 2 doors with a push loose opening. Measures: The Kube itself (with...
Category

2010s French Scandinavian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood, Ash

Paul Evans Style Chrome-Plated Wardrobe
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tall cabinet with expanding coat rack, drawers and adjustable shelves. Polished and matte chrome strips throughout. (Please confirm item locat...
Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Chrome

White 2-Door Cabinet ÉGÉE in Ash Wood by Eric Gizard, Paris
Located in Landivy, FR
Shelf Cabinet designed by the parisian Designer Eric Gizard is equipped with 2 adjustable lacquered shelves and 2 doors with a push loose opening. Measures: The Kube itself (with...
Category

2010s French Scandinavian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood, Ash

Rustic Cabinet in Reclaimed Heart Pine
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rustic painted cabinet is made from reclaimed heart pine with adjustable shelves and planked doors. Seen here in 18" x 60" x 90", however i...
Category

2010s American Primitive Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Reclaimed Wood

Large Curved Dressing Room Privacy Screen / Room Divider in Forest Green
By &New
Located in Leicester, GB
The Gray Screen is a freestanding room divider named after the iconic modernist architect-designer Eileen Gray, a lover of screens. The large powder-coated aluminium curves introduce...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Minimalist Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Aluminum

Chest of Drawers Made In Rosewood From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This chest of drawers in rosewood, designed by Danish furniture architects in the 1960s, is a beautiful example of the aesthetics of that time. The rosewood gives the dresser a warm ...
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Rosewood

Wrongwoods White with Green Drawers by Established & Sons
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
British artist Richard Woods is renowned for his work with garish and repetitious motifs. He has applied these to facades, floors and walls across the world in commissioned work and gallery installations. These ‘logos’ are often abstractions and interpretations of domestic pattern, the woodblock print being a particularly recognisable signature print. Designer Sebastian Wrong teamed up with Woods for Established...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Plywood, Lacquer, Paint

Mid-Century Modern French Two Door Sideboard, circa 1960
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Mid-Century Modern French two door sideboard with exotic satinwood veneers and spade feet ending in brass sabots. C 1960.
Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Agresti Arco Large Armored Chest
Located in New York, NY
Polished white bird’s-eye maple or polished walnut matte finish armored chest, 24-karat gold-plated accessories. Round handle with biometric opening device and emergency key integrat...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Gold Plate

Wrongwoods White with Green Night Table by Established & Sons
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
British artist Richard Woods is renowned for his work with garish and repetitious motifs. He has applied these to facades, floors and walls across the world in commissioned work and ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Plywood, Lacquer, Paint

Wrongwoods White with Black Night Table by Established & Sons
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
British artist Richard Woods is renowned for his work with garish and repetitious motifs. He has applied these to facades, floors and walls across the world in commissioned work and gallery installations. These ‘logos’ are often abstractions and interpretations of domestic pattern, the woodblock print being a particularly recognisable signature print. Designer Sebastian Wrong teamed up with Woods for Established & Sons’ programme of collaborations where individuals from two creative fields work together. Woods’ block printed motifs were applied to Wrong’s utilitarian cabinets. These storage units are reminiscent of 1950s furniture – a fitting vehicle because much of Woods’ work is based on a nostalgia for mid-century domestic interiors. Dimensions Night Table: L585mm × D355mm × H595mm 16kg Chest of Drawers: L1090mm × D510mm × H735mm 70kg Low Cabinet: L1500mm × D405mm × H645mm 60kg Long Low Cabinet...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Plywood, Lacquer, Paint

XVIIIth Century Inspired Wood Taraceado Bar Cabinet with Wood and Bone Sgraffito
Located in Bosques de las Lomas, MX
This cabinet was inspired by XVIIIth century furniture. It has sgraffito bone decoration with geometric shapes. The modern wood base has stylized brass details that elevate the piece...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Slide Wardrobe 2 Sliding Doors
Located in Vandoma, PT
The combination of the black base of its pieces and oak veneer geometric patterns, give this collection a modern, elegant and timeless character. Modern and widely customizable wi...
Category

2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

Modern Industrial 2-Door Vitrine with Black Metal Frame by Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The industrial 2 door vitrine by Ercole home is a one of a kind statement piece that is bound to liven up your space. This vintrine is made up of a unique combination of hand cut glass all varying in size, color, and texture making each door like its own mini mondrian painting...
Category

2010s American Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Metal, Steel

Wrongwoods White with Black Low Cabinet by Established & Sons
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
British artist Richard Woods is renowned for his work with garish and repetitious motifs. He has applied these to facades, floors and walls across the world in commissioned work and gallery installations. These ‘logos’ are often abstractions and interpretations of domestic pattern, the woodblock print being a particularly recognisable signature print. Designer Sebastian Wrong teamed up with Woods for Established & Sons’ programme of collaborations where individuals from two creative fields work together. Woods’ block printed motifs were applied to Wrong’s utilitarian cabinets. These storage units are reminiscent of 1950s furniture – a fitting vehicle because much of Woods’ work is based on a nostalgia for mid-century domestic interiors. Dimensions Night Table: L585mm × D355mm × H595mm 16kg Chest of Drawers: L1090mm × D510mm × H735mm 70kg Low Cabinet: L1500mm × D405mm × H645mm 60kg Long Low Cabinet...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Plywood, Lacquer, Paint

'A' Clothes Rail in Red with a Pine Pole
By &New
Located in Leicester, GB
The steel slimline 'A' clothes rail is one of &New's signature pieces. A stunning addition to any bedroom or hallway, the minimal design looks delicate but is surprisingly robust. Th...
Category

2010s British Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Steel

Handmade Clothes Cabinet in Oak Designed by Sir Terence Conran
Located in Saffron Walden, GB
The Honor Press is a timeless design from Terence Conran with sleek lines, beautiful dovetailed drawers and hand turned knobs.  It is made by hand at Benchmark’s Berkshire workshops from European oak, and comes with six large and six small drawers and hanging space...
Category

Early 2000s British Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Wrongwoods Yellow with Red Low Cabinet by Established & Sons
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
British artist Richard Woods is renowned for his work with garish and repetitious motifs. He has applied these to facades, floors and walls across the world in commissioned work and gallery installations. These ‘logos’ are often abstractions and interpretations of domestic pattern, the woodblock print being a particularly recognisable signature print. Designer Sebastian Wrong teamed up with Woods for Established & Sons’ programme of collaborations where individuals from two creative fields work together. Woods’ block printed motifs were applied to Wrong’s utilitarian cabinets. These storage units are reminiscent of 1950s furniture – a fitting vehicle because much of Woods’ work is based on a nostalgia for mid-century domestic interiors. Dimensions Night Table: L585mm × D355mm × H595mm 16kg Chest of Drawers: L1090mm × D510mm × H735mm 70kg Low Cabinet: L1500mm × D405mm × H645mm 60kg Long Low Cabinet...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Plywood, Lacquer, Paint

Wrongwoods White with Black Drawers by Established & Sons
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
British artist Richard Woods is renowned for his work with garish and repetitious motifs. He has applied these to facades, floors and walls across the world in commissioned work and ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Plywood, Lacquer, Paint

Custom Made Art Deco Inspired Cupid Wardrobe Wood, Suede and Bronze Handles
Located in London, GB
Indulge in the ultimate wardrobe experience with the all-new Cupid Wardrobe II! This sophisticated masterpiece offers a wider and larger storage capacit...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Ultrasuede, Hardwood, Beech

Wrongwoods Pink with Blue Drawers by Established & Sons
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
British artist Richard Woods is renowned for his work with garish and repetitious motifs. He has applied these to facades, floors and walls across the world in commissioned work and ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Plywood, Lacquer, Paint

Austrian Midcentury Coat Rack
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass with black painted aluminum side parts, made in Austria in the 1960s.  
Category

1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass, Aluminum

Chest of Drawers in Teak of Danish Design from the 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This chest of drawers from the 1960s exemplifies the timeless allure of Danish design. Crafted from teak wood, it showcases the iconic blend of sleek lines, organic textures, and fu...
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Teak

Wrongwoods Light Grey with Dark Grey Low Cabinet by Established & Sons
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
British artist Richard Woods is renowned for his work with garish and repetitious motifs. He has applied these to facades, floors and walls across the world in commissioned work and ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Plywood, Lacquer, Paint

Wrongwoods Yellow with Red Night Table by Established & Sons
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
British artist Richard Woods is renowned for his work with garish and repetitious motifs. He has applied these to facades, floors and walls across the world in commissioned work and ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Plywood, Lacquer, Paint

Vintage Caviuna and Imbuia Wardrobe by Móveis Cimo, 1960s, Brazilian Midcentury
Located in New York, NY
This charming wardrobe belongs to Móveis Cimo's furniture manufactured during the 1960s. The piece is composed of two types of Brazilian wood: the doors and feet are made of golden C...
Category

1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Other

Drexel Viewpoint 70 Gentlemen’s Chest \ Dresser
Located in Denton, TX
Drexel Viewpoint 70 Gentlemen’s chest \ dresser. Tons of drawers for maximum storage. The left side drawers make a perfect jewelry storage space. R...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Chrome

Wrongwoods Yellow with Red Drawers by Established & Sons
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
British artist Richard Woods is renowned for his work with garish and repetitious motifs. He has applied these to facades, floors and walls across the world in commissioned work and ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Plywood, Lacquer, Paint

Danish Modern Teak Wardrobe Dresser Chest by Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbler
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern tall wardrobe dresser chest designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbler, circa 1960s, Denmark. Features a stunning and functional tambour sliding door that reveals p...
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Teak

Goldenhour Handmade Bar Cabinet with Woven Leather Doors by Laylo Studio
Located in Chicago, IL
Blackened steel, oxidized walnut, and black leather 2 doors and a fixed height shelf, 42” width x 38” height x 18” deep A seamlessly welded case holds mitered and radiused solid wood doors...
Category

2010s American Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Steel

Colored Object Furniture in the Style of Jackson Pollock
Located in Dietmannsried, Bavaria
Handmade cube furniture sculptural furniture practical and eye-catcher at the same time! Artwork as a tribute to Jackson Pollock The white cube wi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Plywood

CAFE CREME Gray Beige Cabinet in Solid Oak Wood with Four Doors
Located in Lentate sul Seveso, Monza e Brianza
Cafè Crème is a precious wardrobe by the British designer Marc Krusin. This exquisite piece transcends traditional storage solutions, presenting a visually captivating composition of...
Category

2010s Italian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood, Oak

Isabella Costantini, Italy, Tullia Armoire Plinth Base
Located in Ascoli Piceno, IT
Designed by IC and realized by expert Italian artisans, this two-door cabinet or wardrobe is the result of the finest Italian craftsmanship. Available 45 cm deep, with four internal...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Coffre Biblioteque in Metal Clad Over MDF Handcrafted in India By Paul Mathieu
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the classic coffered, hand-tooled metal-clad furniture of the opulent Mughal period. This elegant furniture is hand made from solid pieces of teak that are joined into a...
Category

2010s American Other Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Bronze

Modern Mini 2-Door Blue Blossom Mosaic Cabinet by Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Our custom Blossom 2-door blossom cabinet is the perfect mini storage addition to any space! Consisting of one compartment with two adjustable shelves ...
Category

2010s American Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Oak

Custom Made Cupid Bedside Table wood, Suede & Marble Surface
Located in London, GB
Introducing the Cupid Collection, a pack leader in fierce and glamorous design. Infused with Art Deco influences and crafted with robustness in mind, this collection boasts intricate...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Ultrasuede, Beech, Walnut

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.

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