Wardrobes and Armoires
2010s Portuguese Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Ash
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Sycamore
1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
1890s French Louis Philippe Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1970s German Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak, Glass
Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Ash, Cherry, Fruitwood
1930s French Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Ebony, Macassar, Mirror
1940s English Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1950s Swiss Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Oak, Padouk
Early 19th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
20th Century Italian Baroque Revival Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
2010s German Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Chrome
Early 20th Century French Regency Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Copper
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary European Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Gold Leaf
1950s European Industrial Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
20th Century Unknown Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Early 19th Century North American American Craftsman Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
19th Century British Renaissance Revival Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany, Softwood
21st Century and Contemporary French Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
18th Century Italian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1820s French Restauration Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fruitwood, Walnut
Late 18th Century English Chippendale Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Birch
Late 19th Century French Empire Revival Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Ormolu
2010s German Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Brass
1830s Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Elm
1760s English George III Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Hardwood, Walnut
1820s Italian Louis Philippe Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Early 18th Century Belgian Louis XIV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
19th Century British Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Early 18th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Bamboo, Glass, Wood, Rosewood
1880s English Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1780s French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fruitwood
1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
17th Century French Louis XIII Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
2010s Italian Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Oak
Early 1800s French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Late 20th Century Philippine Wardrobes and Armoires
Rattan
17th Century Italian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Poplar
Late 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Elm, Giltwood
1780s Brazilian Other Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Bronze
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.





