Wardrobes and Armoires
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
Early 20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Late 18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak, Paint
1960s American French Provincial Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Early 20th Century English Jacobean Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1960s American Louis XVI Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 19th Century German Folk Art Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Paint
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Steel
1960s American French Provincial Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Steel
1960s North American Campaign Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1960s American French Provincial Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Late 18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine, Paint
Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1970s Italian Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Iron
Early 1900s English Campaign Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Bronze
Early 1900s Hungarian Jugendstil Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Beech
19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
1930s Polish Art Nouveau Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1870s Italian Rustic Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Poplar
1960s German Industrial Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
1960s American Regency Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1910s French Industrial Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
1840s French Jacobean Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1970s Austrian Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Aluminum
Early 19th Century British Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1890s French Aesthetic Movement Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Paint, Wood
Late 19th Century Scottish Georgian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut, Hardwood, Paper
1930s European Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Bamboo, Reed, Wood
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Hardwood
Late 18th Century Italian Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Poplar
19th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Mid-20th Century French Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Maple
Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Pine
2010s German Bauhaus Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Chrome
Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Ash, Plywood
1820s German Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
19th Century English Victorian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Other
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
20th Century British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
19th Century Italian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wrought Iron
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.