Wardrobes and Armoires
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Late 19th Century British Indian Ocean Territory Victorian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
18th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut
Early 1800s Swedish George III Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1870s French Regency Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Enamel, Iron
2010s Italian Other Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1950s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
18th Century German Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary European Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Stone, Aluminum
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1970s Danish Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Congolese Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Birdseye Maple
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Aluminum
1970s Italian Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Iron
2010s Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Wood
19th Century Czech Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut, Lacquer
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1970s Austrian Post-Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Aluminum
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-19th Century Italian Bohemian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Paint
21st Century and Contemporary European Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1960s Italian Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
1960s Italian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Beech
1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Oak
2010s Portuguese Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
18th Century German Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fruitwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Ebony
Mid-19th Century Spanish Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1760s French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
20th Century British Wardrobes and Armoires
Wicker
19th Century Italian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Poplar
Late 19th Century English Renaissance Revival Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
18th Century Spanish Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1970s Danish Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
18th Century Bolivian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fruitwood
18th Century European Rococo Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Other, Iron
Late 19th Century French Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Cherry
19th Century Italian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Damask, Walnut
Late 19th Century Italian 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.





