Wardrobes and Armoires
Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary British Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary British Minimalist Wardrobes and Armoires
Aluminum
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Early 19th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fruitwood, Oak
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Steel
1890s Swedish Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Late 18th Century Italian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Steel
2010s Italian Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Birch, Rosewood
Late 20th Century Indonesian Bohemian Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
1710s French Louis XIV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1820s German Folk Art Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wrought Iron
Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
2010s German Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
Early 20th Century Irish Edwardian Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
18th Century French Gothic Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Early 19th Century German Folk Art Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Alabaster, Brass, Steel
20th Century American Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Maple, Birdseye Maple, Burl
2010s German Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Chrome
19th Century Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
18th Century English Georgian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Hardwood, Oak
1950s German Folk Art Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
2010s Italian Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Plexiglass, Maple
Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
2010s German Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Chrome
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
2010s British Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Steel
19th Century English Victorian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Other
1850s German Folk Art Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Early 19th Century German Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Late 18th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
1680s Italian Louis XIV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1830s Czech Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Early 19th Century Swedish Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine, Paint
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
1980s American Georgian Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Reclaimed Wood
18th Century Canadian Louis XIV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Mid-18th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Cherry
19th Century Chinese Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Minimalist Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
2010s Asian Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
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.




