Armoire Bar Cabinet
Vintage 1970s Chinoiserie Wardrobes and Armoires
Faux Bamboo, Wicker, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Teak
Vintage 1940s Art Deco Dry Bars
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Dry Bars
Rosewood, Burl
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Ebony
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dry Bars
Wood
2010s Portuguese Wardrobes and Armoires
Lacquer, Feathers
Vintage 1940s American Adirondack Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak, Pine
Antique 19th Century Hollywood Regency Dry Bars
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century Belgian Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires
Marble
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Credenzas
Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Leather, Felt
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Macassar, Cedar
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Walnut
Late 20th Century French Empire Cabinets
Metal, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Cabinets
Marble, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Cabinets
Marble, Brass
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary German Organic Modern Cabinets
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Models and Miniatures
Mirror, Walnut
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Models and Miniatures
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary German Organic Modern Sideboards
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary German Organic Modern Sideboards
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary German Organic Modern Sideboards
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary German Organic Modern Sideboards
Oak
Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XV Dry Bars
Pine
Antique Early 19th Century French Provincial Dry Bars
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Models and Miniatures
Wood
Antique 19th Century Chinese Cabinets
Elm
Antique Late 19th Century French Dry Bars
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Finnish Biedermeier Wardrobes and Armoires
Birch
Antique Late 19th Century Belgian Renaissance Revival Wardrobes and Armo...
Oak
20th Century Italian Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Formica, Mirror, Glass
Antique Early 19th Century French Napoleon III Dry Bars
Ormolu
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Dry Bars
Oak
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Cabinets
Rattan
Vintage 1980s Cabinets
Wood
20th Century French Art Deco Cabinets
20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Cabinets
Elm
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1970s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Chrome
Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Cabinets
Brass
Antique 19th Century Chinese Cabinets
Antique 19th Century Cabinets
Antique 19th Century Cabinets
Elm
Late 20th Century Modern Cabinets
Antique 19th Century Furniture
Elm
Early 20th Century Chinese Furniture
Wood
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Hardwood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Burl
Antique Late 19th Century German Belle Époque Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Faux Bamboo, Glass, Wood
20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Cabinets
Mirror, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Burl
Mid-20th Century Minimalist Cabinets
Berlin Iron
Early 20th Century Models and Miniatures
Brass
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Cabinets
Macassar, Mahogany, Rosewood
Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Malachite, Brass
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Finding the Right Wardrobes-armoires for You
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.
- What is a bar cabinet called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A bar cabinet is called a cellaret or cellarette. It is a small structure that is often used to store bottles of wine or liquor. Traditionally, this cabinet was positioned under a side table, and when it was time to pour drinks, it was rolled out for use. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary bar cabinets from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
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