Wardrobes and Armoires
Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Ebony, Oak, Pine
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Nickel
1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1830s Austrian Neoclassical Revival Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fir
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-19th Century Swiss Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut, Softwood
Early 19th Century French Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Late 18th Century English Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Copper
1930s European Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
1980s American Georgian Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Late 19th Century Hungarian Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Plywood
Mid-18th Century Hungarian Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Hardwood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
1810s Austrian Neoclassical Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fir
1840s German Folk Art Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Late 19th Century Hungarian Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Other
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Cherry, Pine
Early 19th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Burl
Early 1900s British Georgian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Late 20th Century Mexican Brutalist Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Mid-20th Century Czech Bauhaus Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
Mid-19th Century Danish Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine, Paint
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut, Cedar
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Late 18th Century Austrian Rustic Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fir
Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Chrome
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1970s Italian Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Plywood
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
1940s American Adirondack Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak, Pine
21st Century and Contemporary Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1960s American French Provincial Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Aluminum
1750s Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Early 19th Century Austrian Rustic Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fir
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
1890s French Louis Philippe Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Nutwood
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Ash, Plywood
Late 20th Century George III Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
17th Century Italian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Poplar
1850s French Other Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
1920s European Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Macassar, Walnut
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.