Wardrobes and Armoires
1880s French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Late 19th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1890s Dutch International Style Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
19th Century English Victorian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Hardwood
Mid-19th Century French Empire Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
1870s Italian Rustic Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Poplar
Early 19th Century British Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1890s French Louis XIV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
1880s French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Early 19th Century Belgian Régence Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Mid-19th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fruitwood
19th Century Renaissance Revival Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
19th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
19th Century Dutch Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
19th Century English Victorian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Satinwood
19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Late 19th Century Italian Shaker Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fir
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Cherry, Pine
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Late 19th Century Hungarian Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Plywood
1890s French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1820s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Gold, Brass, Iron
19th Century English Victorian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
19th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Ash
1850s German Folk Art Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Mid-19th Century Swiss Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1830s Austrian Neoclassical Revival Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fir
Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut, Softwood
Early 19th Century French Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1840s German Folk Art Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1810s Austrian Neoclassical Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fir
Late 19th Century Hungarian Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Other
Early 19th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Mid-19th Century Danish Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine, Paint
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1890s French Louis Philippe Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Early 19th Century Austrian Rustic Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fir
1850s French Other Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
19th Century English Edwardian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Mirror, Satinwood
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1830s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Wood
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Oak, Rosewood
1810s English Regency Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
1840s Italian Louis Philippe Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-19th Century French Rustic Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fruitwood
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Mirror
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
19th Century English Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Satinwood
1810s Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fruitwood
19th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wire
19th Century English Victorian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Early 19th Century Georgian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Late 19th Century French Regency Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Mahogany
Late 19th Century French Rococo Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, 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.