Wardrobes and Armoires
18th Century German Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut, Pine
Early 1700s French Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
Early 19th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Late 19th Century French Rococo Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Walnut
1770s Austrian Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fir
1720s Italian Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Poplar
Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1890s Polish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Palisander
1920s Polish Baroque Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Coconut
1970s American Baroque Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1770s German Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
Late 18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak, Paint
1840s Danish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Late 18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine, Paint
Early 18th Century Belgian Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 18th Century German Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
Late 17th Century French Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
Late 18th Century Austrian Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-19th Century Austrian Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
19th Century Portuguese Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Rosewood
18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1750s Swiss Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1790s Italian Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
20th Century Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
19th Century German Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
18th Century German Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Late 18th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1750s Italian Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fir
Late 18th Century Danish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century Spanish Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Mid-18th Century Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1920s Polish Baroque Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Coconut
18th Century Dutch Rococo Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Early 20th Century Spanish Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
18th Century German Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak, Walnut
2010s Italian Rococo Wardrobes and Armoires
Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
17th Century Dutch Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Ebony, Rosewood
2010s Italian Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires
Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
18th Century French Rococo Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Other
Late 18th Century German Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak, Walnut
2010s Italian Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires
Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
Early 19th Century Belgian Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Marble
2010s Italian Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires
Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
2010s Italian Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires
Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
1750s German Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
18th Century German Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
18th Century European Rococo Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Other, Iron
1750s French Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
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.