Wardrobes and Armoires
17th Century Italian Gothic Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Late 20th Century Philippine Organic Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Bamboo, Rattan
Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Oak
Early 20th Century French Regency Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1970s American Chinoiserie Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Late 18th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-18th Century English George II Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
17th Century Dutch Renaissance Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Early 19th Century Belgian Neoclassical Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Oak
1970s Austrian Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Aluminum
20th Century Chinese Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
1770s French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Fruitwood
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
19th Century Chinese Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Late 19th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1910s Campaign Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1610s Italian Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary European Wardrobes and Armoires
Gold Leaf
1960s French Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1750s German Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Ash
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Ebony
20th Century English Art Nouveau Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
21st Century and Contemporary European Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Wood
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
17th Century Italian Other Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Nutwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Steel
1830s English William IV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1880s French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Sycamore
19th Century Spanish Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
2010s Portuguese Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Ebony
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel, Chrome
Early 1700s German Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut
19th Century European Neoclassical Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Other
20th Century Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
18th Century French Louis XIV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Stone, Malachite, Bronze
Late 18th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Gold Leaf
1890s Polish Arts and Crafts Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
18th Century French Rococo Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Other
20th Century French Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires
Fir
Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Vermeil, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary French Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
20th Century Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
Early 1800s French Empire Revival Antique 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.








