Wardrobes and Armoires
Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Reclaimed Wood
19th Century Dutch Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1830s Austrian Neoclassical Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fir
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
2010s German Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
2010s Italian Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
20th Century English American Craftsman Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Early 20th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
2010s German Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
19th Century American Mid-Century Modern Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fir
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Early 1800s French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
1870s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1920s European Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1910s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Brass
Late 19th Century Unknown French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1910s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Brass
1990s American Georgian Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1790s Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1950s Swiss Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Mid-20th Century Spanish Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Mid-19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1940s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Birch, Plywood
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
Late 17th Century French Louis XIV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Early 20th Century Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1820s Austrian Neoclassical Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fir
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut
Early 20th Century French Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
21st Century and Contemporary American Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1880s Italian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1870s French Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires
Chestnut
Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine, Paint
1880s Italian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Bubinga
Late 20th Century Ming Wardrobes and Armoires
Elm, Lacquer
1920s English Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1980s American Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, 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.