Wardrobes and Armoires
1840s Italian Folk Art Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Fir
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
19th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1930s Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Zebra Wood, Amboyna
Mid-20th Century Belgian Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Chestnut, Mirror
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel, Chrome
Early 19th Century Austrian Rustic Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fir
Mid-20th Century North American French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires
Cherry
1880s French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
19th Century English Victorian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Hardwood
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Oak
1830s Austrian Rustic Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fir
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut
19th Century Spanish Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Rosewood
19th Century English Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Mid-20th Century Czech Bauhaus Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
1850s French Other Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
19th Century English Edwardian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Mirror, Satinwood
Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Ash, Plywood
1830s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Brass
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Early 19th Century Swedish Rustic Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
1820s German Regency Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Oak, Rosewood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Early 19th Century Georgian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1930s Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Mahogany
1840s Italian Louis Philippe Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Birch
Mid-19th Century French Rustic Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fruitwood
19th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wire
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Mirror
1940s French Country Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1810s English Regency Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1820s German Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1810s Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Beech, Plywood
1950s American Louis XVI Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
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.