Wardrobes and Armoires
Late 20th Century Unknown Chippendale Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Lacquer
Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Wire
20th Century American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Nickel
Mid-18th Century English George III Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Gold Leaf
1980s American Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Early 1900s French Directoire Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1880s Chinese Qing Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Hardwood
Early 2000s Japanese Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Plastic
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
18th Century Italian Louis XIV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Paint, Wood
Late 19th Century Egyptian Egyptian Revival Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Paint
18th Century Swedish Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
19th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1820s German Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
1950s Italian Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1950s British Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Birch
1960s French Chinoiserie Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Early 20th Century North American Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Spruce, Cherry
2010s German Bauhaus Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Chrome
19th Century French Primitive Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
19th Century Chinese Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Elm, Lacquer
1890s French Louis XIV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Laminate, Cherry
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
19th Century Russian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1840s Austrian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
1960s American Louis XVI Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1950s Industrial Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
18th Century Spanish Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Boxwood, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1970s American Baroque Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Early 1900s French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut, Glass, Oak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Steel
Early 20th Century French Other Wardrobes and Armoires
Leather
1960s American Louis XVI Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Beech, Plywood
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Wood, Oak
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Early 1900s Hungarian Jugendstil Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Beech
Early 20th Century Latvian Art Nouveau Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
1970s German Regency Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique 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.