Wardrobes and Armoires
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1950s Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
2010s Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Elm, Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Marble
19th Century German Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1930s Czech Bauhaus Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Steel, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wire, Brass
20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires
Hardwood
1890s Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Wood
2010s German Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Marble
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
2010s Portuguese Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
20th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Slovenian Wardrobes and Armoires
Plywood, Lacquer, Paint
Mid-18th Century English George II Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary British Wardrobes and Armoires
Plywood, Lacquer, Paint
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze, Iron
18th Century German Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Late 20th Century Philippine Chinoiserie Wardrobes and Armoires
Faux Bamboo, Rattan, Mirror, Wood
Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Wood
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary British Wardrobes and Armoires
Plywood, Lacquer, Paint
2010s Portuguese Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
2010s British Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Chestnut
Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine, Walnut
17th Century Italian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Hardwood
20th Century French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
21st Century and Contemporary American American Classical Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary German Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1810s American American Empire Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Steel
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Early 19th Century German Empire Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Mahogany
Late 19th Century American Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
2010s Portuguese Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Gold Leaf
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1820s Latvian Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Early 19th Century Belgian Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Marble
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Oak
1890s French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Late 18th Century Austrian Empire Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Other, Brass
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Fabric, Wood
20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
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.





