Wardrobes and Armoires
20th Century American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Nickel
20th Century Organic Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1990s American Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires
Hardwood
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
2010s Austrian Jugendstil Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
18th Century English George III Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Gold
18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Birch, Maple, Paint
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Steel
Late 19th Century Danish Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine, Paint
Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
18th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary British Minimalist Wardrobes and Armoires
Aluminum
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Walnut
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
1840s French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Late 19th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Mid-19th Century French Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Paint
19th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1960s American Louis XVI Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1970s Italian Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1870s Italian Neoclassical Revival Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Oak, Walnut, Burl
21st Century and Contemporary European Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
1930s Austrian Bauhaus Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Chrome
19th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
1950s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1920s English Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak, Mahogany
17th Century Spanish Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Chestnut
20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Bamboo, Grasscloth, Cane, Rattan
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Mahogany
20th Century Italian Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut, Fir
2010s Portuguese Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Ash
21st Century and Contemporary British Minimalist Wardrobes and Armoires
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Walnut
Early 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Hardwood
Late 19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
19th Century English Victorian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Late 19th Century Austrian Black Forest Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fur, Glass, Wood, Horn
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Lacquer, Paint, Wood
1830s French Empire Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Late 20th Century Italian Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut, Fir
Early 20th Century North American Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Early 20th Century Unknown Sheraton Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Burl
21st Century and Contemporary Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak, Walnut, Pine
Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Early 19th Century German Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Paint, Wood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
20th Century French Art Nouveau Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
Late 18th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
20th Century American Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
2010s German Bauhaus Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Chrome
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1970s German Regency Vintage 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.