Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
MODERN STYLE
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
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Style: Modern
Blue ‘A' Clothes Rail with a Brass Pole Luxury Clothes Rack
By &New
Located in Leicester, GB
The steel slimline 'A' clothes rail is one of &New's signature pieces. A stunning addition to any bedroom or hallway, the minimal design looks delicate but is surprisingly robust. Th...
Category
2010s British Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass, Steel
Solo Lui Black Armoire with 36 Watch Winders
By Agresti
Located in New York, NY
Armored armoire in polished ebony, brass accessories in ruthenium. Safe with biometric opening device, drawers and trays lined for watches and jewelry. Available with 36 Swiss made w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Ebony
Isabella Costantini, Italy, Zoe Armoire D40 Mirrored Doors and Plinth Base
Located in Ascoli Piceno, IT
Designed by IC and handcrafted by expert Italian artisans, the cabinet features two mirrored doors with push-to-open mechanism, overlaid with gold leaf decorations.
Accessories and ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Agresti Il Grande Scrigno Jewelry Armoire
By Agresti
Located in New York, NY
Agresti Il Grande Scrigno Armoire has twenty lockable drawers are lined for all kinds of jewelry. The three large bottom ones do not have lock. The u...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wood
Bob Black Chest of Drawers
Located in Milan, IT
The essential lines and sleek silhouette of this elegant chest of drawers blend the warm brown hues of the Canaletto walnut frame with the cold, black glossy polyurethane lacquer of ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Walnut
Modern Chelsea Glass Mosaic Bar Cabinet with Forged Metal Base by Ercole Home
By Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Chelsea bar cabinet by Ercole Home has a 4-door front, with white lacquer wood finish on oak.
Hand cut glass mosaics in London grey and icy white decorate the surface in Luis pat...
Category
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Metal
Narnia Ash Cabinet By Cyan Design
By Cyan Design
Located in Pasadena, TX
Narnia Ash Cabinet By Cyan Design
Stylish modern ash-colored cabinet. The large compartments are sealed by two arched doors that include two oversize...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Ash
Zig Zag Cabinet Lacquer with Mother-of-Pearl Inlay
By Nada Debs
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The Classic cabinet by Nada Debs is crafted in walnut wood finishes or lacquer colors with bold zigzag inlays in mother-of-pearl. Classic cabinet sits ...
Category
2010s Lebanese Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Walnut
Smart Identity Noce Armoire with 6 Watch Winders
By Agresti
Located in New York, NY
Interactive armored armoire in matte finish Canaletto walnut or polished Ebony, with emergency key. White leather interior with 6 Swiss made watch winders and secret compartment. Rut...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Leather, Wood
Italian Contemporary Design Black Marble and Oak Wood Wardrobe
By DD Dimore
Located in Brescia, IT
This gorgeous wardrobe is entirely hand made in every part by a team of master Italian craftsmans.
The structure is realized in dark brown colored oak. The sliding doors are finishe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Marble
Gioia Noce Contemporary Armored Jewelry Armoire Safe in Canaletto Walnut
By Agresti
Located in New York, NY
Armoured amore in Canaletto Walnut, matte finish, gold plated brass accessories. Safe can be anchored to the wall with metal screws that are supplied. Opening with digital touch keyp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Walnut
Bacco Bar Armoire in Shiny Ebony
By Agresti
Located in New York, NY
Bar armoire with two doors and lid that can be fully opened. Contents: LIEBHERR wine cellar for 12 bottles, temperature ranging +5 to +20, set of 16 hand c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Ebony
Bianca Contemporary Armoured Armoire Safe Chest Gioia
By Agresti
Located in New York, NY
Polished white bird's eye maple contemporary armoured armoire. 24-karat gold-plated accessories. Round handle with biometric opening device and emergency key integrated. Inside pull out necklace...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Birdseye Maple
Ring Cabinet by Morgan Clayhall: Handcrafted with Mixed Media Artwork on Doors
Located in Toronto, CA
Ring Cabinet by Morgan Clayhall
The "Ring Cabinet" is a meticulously handcrafted piece, designed and finished entirely in the Morgan Clayhall studio. The striking artwork on the doo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Steel
Gioia Rovere Contemporary Armored Jewelry Armoire Safe in Grey Oak
By Agresti
Located in New York, NY
Armored jewelry chest in matte gray oak, ruthenium accessories. Jewelry drawers with fronts covered with white leather, inside lined with red ultrasu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Walnut
Grey Bossa Armoire by Morgan Clayhall – Customizable Mixed Media Artwork on Door
Located in Toronto, CA
The Grey Bossa Armoire
Designed and handcrafted in our Toronto studio, the Grey Bossa Armoire is a striking piece of functional art. Featuring original artwork by artist Murray Dunc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Steel
Canvas Credenza by Phaedo
Located in Geneve, CH
Canvas credenza by Phaedo
Dimensions: W 72" x D 18" x H 30" inches
Materials: natural black walnut
Madder dyed side-panels
Osage dyed drawer...
Category
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Walnut
Pyrite Bookshelf by Luca Nichetto
Located in Geneve, CH
Pyrite double horizontal bookshelf by Luca Nichetto
Materials: Drawers: Noce Canaletto solid wood, Leather
Structure: Dark green NCS 8010 B70G/...
Category
2010s French Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wood
Arco Armoured Jewelry and Watch Armoire Safe Chest in White Maple
By Agresti
Located in New York, NY
Polished white bird's-eye maple contemporary armored armoire. 24-karat gold plated accessories. Round handle with biometric opening device and emergency key integrated. Inside pullout / pull-out necklace holder...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Birdseye Maple
Contemporary Madonna Trunk in Aluminum by Altreforme
Located in Calolziocorte (Lecco) Italy, IT
Luxurious trunk to host the most precious women’s treasures, dedicated to the Queen of Pop, Madonna. The trunk is customizable with your own name on top and on the lateral label wher...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Aluminum
Armored Armoire in Canaletto Walnut Gioia Noce
By Agresti
Located in New York, NY
Armored armoire in Canaletto walnut, matte finish, gold plated brass accessories.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Walnut
Hudson Cabinet by Morgan Clayhall, mix media artwork on doors
Located in Toronto, CA
The Hudson Cabinet is designed and finished in our Toronto studio, Morgan Clayhall. The artwork on the doors is created by Murray Duncan
Due to the unique process of creating the ar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Steel
21st Century Carpanese Home Italia Wooden Walk in Closet Modern, 7500
Located in Sanguinetto, IT
Equipped walk in closet.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wood
21st Century Carpanese Home Italia Wardrobe with Metal Details Modern, 7026
Located in Sanguinetto, IT
4 hinged doors wardrobe. The beautiful mix between walnut Canaletto wood veneer and the golden finished details is perfect for a Contemporary and luxurious environment. The golden fi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Metal
Álvaro Siza Vieira - Wardrobe in Walnut Wood - one of a kind piece
By Alvaro Siza
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Don't miss your chance to own this exceptional piece designed by the renowned architect Álvaro Siza Vieira. The ALFAMA wardrobe is truly one of a kind and will never be produced again.
A key element for modern living is an efficient use of space. The less area we use for storage, the more room will be available to other things that makes you enjoy living. ALFAMA wardrobe is, in its own unique way, Siza´s proposition to meet these requirements – the ideal cabinet that fits both small and larger apartments and bedrooms.
Due to a simple system based on a metal piece placed crosswise, clothes are not hanged next to each other, but behind each other. That creates a little cabinet depth of 51 cm and prevents it from taking much space in the room.
On the other hand, its taller than usual expression lies in the fact that Siza wanted to have a dimension that could easily keep a classic long trench coat without the need to fold it.
The open top and back of the wardrobe creates constant air ventilation, which allows freshness and, in the author´s own words, “prevents it from the sensation that it has been closed for a long time”.
On the bottom of the wardrobe there are two shelves, great for shoes, hand bags...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Tibetan Wardrobe in Wood and Colored OSB with Ethnic Decorations by Aldo Cibic
By Aldo Cibic
Located in Como, IT
"It reminds me of a colorful Tibetan cabinet," says Aldo Cibic about this two-door wardrobe with a red lacquered ashwood frame and mirrors in sterling board with silkscreened ethnic decorations.
A joyful and refined reinterpretation of a traditional Tibetan wardrobe.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Ash
Pickled Modern Hi Chest, Armoire Cabinet, Wardrobe, Metal Base
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pickled Modern Hi Chest, Armoire Cabinet, Wardrobe, Metal Base
A stylish cabinet or wardrobe in a tactile brie finish with grey tones and organic natural materials feel. Constructed...
Category
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wood
Minimalist Brazilian Handcrafted Clothes Rail "Cumuru" by Dimitrih Correa
Located in Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro
Recently launched at Collectible, in Brussels, it’s part of the Bahia, de Todos os Santos’ Collection.
Inspired in the beautiful destinations in the Northeast, each piece of the c...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Wardrobe “Relevè” from “Trasformatio” Collection, Italy 1940/2022
Located in Napoli, IT
“Relevè” wardrobe from the “Trasformatio” collection, design Michele Iodice exclusively for the Esprit Nouveau gallery.
LIMITED EDITION 1/1
Walnut briar wardrobe from the 1940s...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Steel
Shape N.4 by The Whole Elements
Located in Geneve, CH
Shape N.4 by The Whole Elements
Open edition, each piece is unique
Dimensions: H 54 x W 40 x D 40 cm
Materials: hand carved, pine wood
Launched b...
Category
2010s Polish Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Pine
Say It Again Armoire, black and white graffiti artwork, mix media
Located in Toronto, CA
Our 'Say it Again' armoire is creating using graphic, calligraphy inspired, graffiti artwork. The cabinet is designed and finish in our Toronto studio, Morgan Clayhall. The artist i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Epoxy Resin, Walnut, Paint
Shape N.5 by The Whole Elements
Located in Geneve, CH
Shape N.5 by The Whole Elements
Open edition, each piece is unique
Dimensions: H 55 x W 40 x D 40 cm
Materials: Hand carved, sycamore wood
Launch...
Category
2010s Polish Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Sycamore
Pyrite Bookshelf by Luca Nichetto
Located in Geneve, CH
Pyrite vertical bookshelf by Luca Nichetto
Materials: drawers: noce canaletto solid wood, leather.
Structure: dark green / coral / nero ferro / l...
Category
2010s French Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wood
Hanger, Marine Biology Series by Son Tae Seon
Located in Geneve, CH
Hanger, Marine Biology series by Son Tae Seon ( 2021 )
Dimensions: D 29 x W 45 x H 170 cm
Materials: Ash wood
Son Tae Seon tries to capture the pow...
Category
2010s Korean Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wood
Byte Size Shelf by Nawaaz Saldulker
Located in Geneve, CH
Byte size shelf by Nawaaz Saldulker
Edition 1/1
2021
Materials: Plastic extruded strips handwoven on a mild steel frame
Dimensions: 31 x 31 x H 90 cm.
Category
2010s South African Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Plastic
Wardrobes Structure Metal Solid Wood Decorative Handles Led Light Customizable
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’.
The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality.
A constant...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Metal
Modern wardrobes and armoires for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern wardrobes and armoires for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage wardrobes and armoires created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, decorative objects, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern wardrobes and armoires made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original wardrobes and armoires, popular names associated with this style include Agresti, GMD Berlin, &New, and Ercole Home. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for wardrobes and armoires differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $305 and tops out at $299,000 while the average work can sell for $15,000.