Wardrobes and Armoires
20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1840s Italian Folk Art Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Fir
2010s Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
2010s German Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
2010s Danish Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
2010s Danish Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
2010s Danish Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
19th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
2010s German Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
1930s Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Zebra Wood, Amboyna
1790s Italian Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
2010s British Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Steel
2010s Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
18th Century German Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-20th Century Belgian Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut
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
Mid-20th Century North American French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires
Cherry
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Epoxy Resin, Walnut, Paint
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Late 18th Century Austrian Rustic Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fir
Early 19th Century Austrian Rustic Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fir
1920s British Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut
17th Century Italian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Birdseye Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Onyx, Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1920s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary British Wardrobes and Armoires
Plywood, Lacquer, Paint
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Seagrass, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
2010s Italian Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1970s Austrian Post-Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Aluminum
1830s Austrian Rustic Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fir
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Wood, Oak
1880s French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
1820s German Regency Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
19th Century Spanish Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Rosewood
19th Century English Victorian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Hardwood
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Nouveau Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
19th Century English Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1730s German George II Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Chrome
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
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.