Large Wardrobe
Mid-20th Century Italian Victorian Bedroom Sets
Walnut
Vintage 1950s Austrian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Vintage 1960s Czech Shelves
Birch
Early 20th Century French Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Bedroom Sets
Wood
Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Vintage 1950s French Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Vintage 1930s French Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Teak
Vintage 1970s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Chrome
20th Century British Edwardian Cupboards
Walnut
Vintage 1920s French Trunks and Luggage
Brass
1990s French Trunks and Luggage
Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century French Modern Trunks and Luggage
Brass
20th Century French Trunks and Luggage
Vintage 1940s French Trunks and Luggage
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Cabinets
Brass
Antique 18th Century French Louis XIII Cupboards
Walnut
20th Century English Modern Bedroom Sets
Cherry
Vintage 1970s American Cabinets
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Bedroom Sets
Mahogany
Antique 1880s Italian Renaissance Bedroom Sets
Walnut
Antique 1880s Italian Renaissance Bedroom Sets
Walnut
20th Century French Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Antique 19th Century American Victorian Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Cupboards
Fruitwood
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Cabinets
Iron
Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Cabinets
Glass, Oak
Vintage 1930s French Trunks and Luggage
Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Revival Bedroom Sets
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Bedroom Sets
Ormolu
Antique Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Bedroom Sets
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Oil, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Linen, Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Linen, Oil
Vintage 1920s British Trunks and Luggage
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Cabinets
Pine
20th Century Scottish Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Vanities
Mirror, Walnut
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Beds and Bed Frames
Hardwood
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Burl
Vintage 1970s American Modern Cabinets
Bronze, Copper, Pewter
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Wood
Antique 18th Century George III Linen Presses
Mahogany
Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Living Room Sets
Walnut
Mid-20th Century North American Trunks and Luggage
Leather, Canvas
Mid-20th Century Swedish Chinese Export Cupboards
Birch
1970s Italian Suits, Outfits and Ensembles
20th Century English Art Deco Stools
Maple
20th Century English Art Deco Bedroom Sets
Aluminum
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Night Stands
Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Steel, Brass
20th Century English Art Deco Night Stands
Maple
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
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Large Wardrobe For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Large Wardrobe?
Finding the Right Wardrobes-armoires for You
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.
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