Wardrobes and Armoires
21st Century and Contemporary British Minimalist Wardrobes and Armoires
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary British Minimalist Wardrobes and Armoires
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Early 1900s British Chinoiserie Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Wood
Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
17th Century British William and Mary Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Ash, Boxwood, Oak, Olive, Holly
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak, Walnut, Pine
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Nutwood
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak, Walnut
Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Early 19th Century Italian Rustic Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine, Paint
2010s Portuguese Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Ash
1970s American Space Age Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Stainless Steel
Early 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Paint
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Lacquer
Late 19th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Cherry
1820s German Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Late 18th Century British Neoclassical Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
19th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1820s French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Oak
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1890s British Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Birch, Maple, Burl
Early 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Hardwood
Early 2000s American Shaker Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
2010s Portuguese Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut
18th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Elm, Burl, Wood
Mid-18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Wood
1910s French Industrial Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
1960s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1920s French Art Nouveau Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
Late 19th Century British Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
18th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
17th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 1900s American Industrial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
1850s French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Oak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
1930s Spanish Rustic Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Early 19th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fruitwood, Oak
Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
17th Century British William and Mary Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Ash, Boxwood, Oak, Olive, Holly
1820s German Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Early 17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Late 18th Century Italian Gothic Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Maple
Early 19th Century English William IV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
Late 18th Century Belgian Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1710s Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
1970s Italian Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
19th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Oak
1830s Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
1890s French Louis XVI Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut, Wood
1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
19th Century French Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Pine, Cherry
Mid-18th Century English George III Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
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.