Wardrobes and Armoires
2010s American Minimalist Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1760s French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Elm
Early 18th Century German Baroque Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1930s Spanish Rustic Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Macassar, Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Marble, Brass
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Chestnut, Yew
Mid-19th Century French Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Paint
2010s Italian Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Early 20th Century Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
2010s German Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
1930s French French Provincial Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1880s Sheraton Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Chestnut
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Hardwood
1940s English Tudor Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Mid-18th Century Italian Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Fir
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Bamboo, Rattan
21st Century and Contemporary British Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Burl
1970s Philippine Bohemian Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Rattan, Wood, Paint
Early 19th Century American Federal Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
1920s European Art Deco Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Birdseye Maple, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Reclaimed Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary British Minimalist Wardrobes and Armoires
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
1980s American Georgian Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Cherry
Late 20th Century Italian Rustic Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut, Fir
Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
20th Century Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Mahogany
Early 20th Century Hungarian Country Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
1850s French French Provincial Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Oak
Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
19th Century French Other Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass, Steel
Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Wood, Oak
19th Century English Victorian Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Other
1940s French French Provincial Vintage Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
1870s Swedish Neoclassical Antique Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern 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.