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Art Deco Bedroom Furniture Stamped Mercier In Paris
By Mercier Freres
Located in BARSAC, FR
Exceptional Art Deco Bedroom Furniture made from macassar ebony veneer decorated with friezes and
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Pewter
Pl. 50 Antique Print of Bedroom Furniture by Kramer 'circa 1910'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Schlafzimmer modern Englisch'. Lithograph of bedroom furniture. This print
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Early 20th Century Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Paper
Pl. 29 Antique Print of Bedroom Furniture by Kramer, circa 1910
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Schlafzimmer im Modernen Karakter'. Lithograph of bedroom furniture. This
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Early 20th Century Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Paper
Pl. 30 Antique Print of Bedroom Furniture by Kramer 'circa 1910'
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Schlafzimmer im Modernen Karakter'. Lithograph of bedroom furniture. This
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Early 20th Century Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Paper
Pl. 48 Antique Print of Bedroom Furniture by Kramer, circa 1910
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Schlafzimmer-Einrichtung im Modernen Stil'. Lithograph of bedroom furniture
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Early 20th Century Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Paper
1920 Art Deco Miniature Bedroom Furniture Wardrobe Bedside Cabinet & Wash Stand
Located in Lisse, NL
set also fits that bill. This three-piece bedroom furniture set was made in the 1920s and the size
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Pine
H 26.8 in W 19.7 in D 9 in
19th Century Italian Gilded Headboard (King)
Located in New Orleans, LA
the piece.
This headboard is not only a functional element of bedroom furniture but also a statement
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19th Century Italian Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Silk, Giltwood
Antique Miniature German Boule Biedermeier Dollhouse Bed Room Furniture 1860-90s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This rare and exquisite miniature antique German wooden Boule Bedroom Furniture set with fine
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1890s German Folk Art Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Wood
H 2.75 in W 2.88 in D 5.25 in
Vintage Nightstand by Bassett Furniture Industries, Mid Century, MCM
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Vintage Nightstand, Only One, Bassett Furniture Industries, Mid Century, MCM, Bedroom, End Table
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Mid-19th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Wood
English Art Deco Burr Walnut Bedroom Suite Attributed to H & L Epstein
By Harry & Lou Epstein Furniture Co
Located in Glasgow, GB
An English Art Deco four-piece burr walnut and rosewood crossbanded bedroom suite attributed to H
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1920s English Art Deco Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Chrome
H 79.53 in W 72.25 in D 25.01 in
4-Piece Federal Bedroom Set: Vanity, End Table, Dresser, Chest of Drawers
By Robert W. Irwin Co., Royal
Located in Soquel, CA
4-Piece Federal Bedroom Set: Vanity, End Table, Dresser, Check of Drawers
Elegant bedroom set from
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Early 20th Century American Federal Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Brass
Victorian Satinwood Breakfront Side Cabinet Attributed to Dyer and Watts
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
(1860-1900) advertised as ‘Manufacturers to the Trade of Ornamental Bedroom Furniture in Hard Woods
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
Secession bedroom set by J&J Kohn
By Jacob & Josef Kohn
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Secession bedroom set by J&J Kohn in original vintage with signs of use. One bedside table has a
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Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Art Nouveau Bedroom Set by Louis Majorelle
By Louis Majorelle
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Art Nouveau bedroom set atr. to Louis Majorelle circa 1900 combination of woods and brass
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Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Brass
19thC French Ebonised Faux Bamboo Bedroom Suite
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1880
19thC French Ebonised Faux Bamboo Matching Bedroom Suite. Acquired from the original
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Late 19th Century French Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood, Pine
French Napoleon III Hand Carved Bedroom Set
Located in Lisbon, PT
A rare 19th Century Napoleon III period french palatial King sized bedroom set (bed and pair of
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique Walnut Italian Renaissance Bedroom Set Hand Carved
Located in Buxton, GB
This exquisite 5-piece bedroom set features a magnificent EU King-size bed with an impressive
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19th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique Renaissance Style Bedroom Set in Brown Walnut
Located in Buxton, GB
This exquisite 5-piece bedroom set features a magnificent EU King-size bed with an impressive
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Early 1900s Italian Renaissance Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Wood
French Empire Style Late 19th c Wardrobe in the Manner of Maison Krieger
By Maison Krieger
Located in Hudson, NY
Sarasota Florida estate Ca' d'Zan bedroom furniture by Krieger. This suit of furniture completely done in
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Late 19th Century French Empire Revival Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
H 86.25 in W 61 in D 23.5 in
Italy Baroque Massive Hend Carved Walnut Bedroom Set
By Cucchi & Sola Ammobiliamenti Torino 1
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Complete bedroom late 19th century superb Italy Baroque massive with beautifully carved floral
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1890s Italian Baroque Revival Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Ormolu and Amboyna Cabinet
By Holland & Sons
Located in London, GB
commissions the firm produced a celebrated suite of bedroom furniture for the late Sir Harold Wernher at Luton
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1850s English Louis XVI Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Magnificent Antique Hand-Carved Mahogany Baronial Bedroom Suite
Located in New Orleans, LA
This magnificent bed suite includes the bed, chest, dressing table and a lamp. If you are interested in this suite, please contact us for additional photos.
Carvings include cherubs,...
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19th Century French Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
19C French Empire Style Complete Bedroom Set - Outstanding
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING AN ABSOLUTELY OUTSTANDING 19C French Empire Style Style Complete Bedroom Suite/Set
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Late 19th Century French Empire Revival Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
French 19th Century by Haentges Frères Rosewood Bedroom set
Located in CANTELEU, FR
height, is the focal point of this room, giving your bedroom an aura of luxury and sophistication.
The
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1870s Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Bronze
French Empire Bedroom Suite Walnut Nightstands Bed Commode 1870
Located in Potters Bar, GB
a Serpentine and Bombe Form, this being the Most Technically Difficult Style of Furniture to Produce
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1870s French Provincial Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Marble
Fine Chinoiserie Decorated 8 piece Bedroom Suite circa 1900
By Waring & Gillow
Located in Dereham, GB
Fine Chinoiserie Decorated 8 piece Bedroom Suite circa 1900
Waring & Gillow Badges
[1] 4 door
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Early 1900s British Chinoiserie Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Paint
19th Century Hand Carved French Renaissance Bedroom Set with Angels
Located in Buxton, GB
This Absolutely Magnificent Rare 7-piece bedroom set is a fantastic piece of Artwork. The Bedroom
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1860s Italian Renaissance Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Victorian Hampton & Son's Satinwood Bedroom Suite Wardrobe Dressing Table Mirror
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for auction this very rare original Victorian Satinwood bedroom suite by
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Satinwood
H 60.63 in W 43.31 in D 21.66 in
Art Deco Bedroom Set: Armoire, Bed and Mirror - France, 1920s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Lovely and lively exotic bedroom set comprised of one three-door wardrobe, a double bed and a large
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Bedroom Furniture
Walnut Bedroom with Carvings by Ducrot, 1920s, Set of 7
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Art Deco bedroom probably made by the Ducrot firm of Palermo.
The wood is walnut selection, the
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1920s Italian Art Deco Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Steel
Rare Antique Italian Rococo Bombe Circassian Walnut Burl Marquetry Bedroom Set
Located in Dayton, OH
Rare and impressive monumental Antique 19th century Italian Baroque Rococo Bombe bedroom suite
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Late 19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Bronze
H 96 in W 88 in D 28 in
1910s Chippendale Venetian Baroque Revival Bedroom Set in Carved Walnut
By Testolini & Salviati
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Important Venetian 1910s Chippendale-Baroque Revival bedroom set in carved walnut and burl walnut
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Late 19th Century Italian Baroque Revival Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Marble
H 118.12 in W 118.12 in D 118.12 in
Art Deco Scandinavian bedroom suite with super king bed, chest , nightstands
Located in Barnstaple, GB
We are really excited to offer this magnificent Art Deco Scandinavian bedroom suite dating to the
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1920s European Art Deco Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Satinwood
H 37.5 in W 73.75 in D 78.75 in
Vincenzo Cadorin Venetian 1890s Bedroom Renaissance Set in Massive Carved Walnut
By Vincenzo Cadorin
Located in Vigonza, Padua
A monumental Vincenzo Cadorin circa 1890s bedroom Renaissance set in carved walnut. Top of the
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1890s Italian Renaissance Revival Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Marble
H 118.12 in W 118.12 in D 118.12 in
Exceptional 8 Pieces Bedroom Set by H.A. Fourdinois, France, Circa 1889
Located in PARIS, FR
An exceptional Louis XVI style bedroom set in carved and veneered wood with brass filets and gilt
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1880s French Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Onyx, Bronze, Brass
H 98.43 in W 89.38 in D 23.63 in
Antique French Napoleon III Carved Mahogany 5 Piece Bedroom Suite, Circa 1880.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Rare Antique French Napoleon III Carved Mahogany 5 Piece Bedroom Suite, Circa 1875-1885
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Marble
H 98 in W 43.5 in D 20.25 in
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Bedroom Chair with Stool in Ebonized Walnut
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Early 20th century Art Nouveau bedroom chair with stool in ebonized hand-carved walnut restored and
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Walnut
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 22.05 in
Bruce Talbert for Gillow. A Walnut, Amboyna, Ebonized and Gilt Bedroom Suite.
By Gillows of Lancaster & London, Bruce James Talbert
Located in London, GB
gilt bedroom suite, each with differing carved rosettes, comprising: a triple mirror door wardrobe
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1880s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Walnut
H 81.89 in W 81.89 in D 22 in
Napoleon III Bedroom Set, France, circa Second Half of the 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Erable wood, pinewood interiors, tinted moldings.
Bedroom consists of a door closet with mirror
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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Metal
H 53.15 in W 82.68 in D 50.4 in
Wylie & Lochhead Arts & Crafts Oak Three-Piece Bedroom Suite with Pewter Inlays
By Wylie & Lochhead
Located in London, GB
Wylie and Lochhead of Glasgow. An Arts & Crafts Glasgow School oak three-piece bedroom suite with
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Early 1900s Scottish Arts and Crafts Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Oak
H 82.25 in W 52 in D 21.25 in
Rococo Revival Rosewood 3 Piece Bedroom Set, Full Bed Nightstand, 2 Door Cabinet
Located in Toledo, OH
Beautiful Rosewood Bedroom Set, Queen size bed. Rococo styling with intricately carved medallions
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1870s Rococo Revival Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
H 64 in W 65 in D 83 in
Antique French Louis XV Satinwood Bedroom Set Dresser Vanity Mirror - 9 Pc Set
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Louis XV Style Carved Satinwood 9 Pc Bedroom Set Dresser Vanity Mirror. Set features
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Early 20th Century Unknown Louis XV Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Satinwood
H 54.5 in W 37.5 in D 22 in
A Rare Francois Linke Louis XV Style Five-Piece Bedroom Set, Circa 1905
By François Linke
Located in Los Angeles, CA
note that a similar bed, part of index number 1447, is shown in a photograph of the bedroom of Arabella
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Early 20th Century French Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Antique Victorian Oak Bedroom Set Full Size Bed Washstand Dresser, 3 Piece Set
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Eastlake Victorian oak bedroom set full size bed washstand dresser - 3 piece set. Item
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19th Century American Victorian Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Oak
H 59 in W 59.5 in D 79 in
E A Taylor Attr Wylie & Lochhead Arts & Crafts Four-Piece Mahogany Bedroom Suite
By Wylie & Lochhead, Archibald Taylor
Located in London, GB
bedroom suite consisting of double wardrobe, dressing table, wash stand and 54 inch wide double bed
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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
H 75 in W 53.5 in D 21 in
1900s Italy Pair of Bedroom Armchairs Art Nouveau with Stool Hand-Carved Walnut
By Carlo Zen
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1900s Italy budoir, pair of bedroom armchairs Art Nouveau with stool in hand-carved walnut
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 25.99 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
Rare & Large Pollard Oak Bookcase by Holland & Sons of London
By Holland & Sons
Located in London, GB
achievements was the creation of a magnificent suite of bedroom furniture for the late Sir Harold Wernher at
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19th Century English Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Oak
19th Century Hand Carved and Hand Painted Bedroom Set in Louis XVI Style
Located in Sofia, BG
19th century exquisite queen size beautifully hand carved bed frame in the elegant Louis XVI style. The headboard and footboard frames are raised on six legs and are hand curved and ...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Cane, Wood
H 62.21 in W 59.06 in D 84.65 in
Empire Canopy Bed Napoleon III 19th Century
By Empire Furniture
Located in Madrid, ES
Empire Canopy bed
France
Napoleon III
From the 19th Century,
In mahogany wood with appliqués in gilded bronze and classical figures.
Fluted columns with Corinthian capitals.
Ceilin...
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19th Century French Empire Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Wood
Tobey Furniture Antique Georgian Carved Solid Mahogany Twin Size Poster Beds
By Tobey
Located in South Bend, IN
By Tobey Furniture
USA, Circa 1900
Each measures: 43.5"W x 83.5"D x 53.25"H.
Very good original
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Early 1900s American Georgian Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
H 53.25 in W 43.5 in D 83.5 in
Antique Bed Frame, Full Size, Double, Abernathy Furniture, Walnut Wood, American
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Antique Bed Frame, Full Size, Double, Abernathy Furniture, Walnut Wood, American, Victorian, Queen
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19th Century American Victorian Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Walnut
H 42 in W 56.5 in D 80.75 in
Antique French Provincial Louis XV Walnut and Parcel Painted Nightstand, 1920s
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
Brothers Furniture
USA, Circa 1920s
Beautiful carved walnut, with painted trim and legs, and original
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1920s American Louis XV Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Brass
H 28.25 in W 18 in D 13.75 in
Romweber Style French Provincial Louis XV Flame Mahogany Nightstand
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style nightstand
In the manner of Romweber
USA, Circa 1920s
Beautiful flame mahogany, with painted trim and legs, and original brass hardware...
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1920s American French Provincial Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Brass
Founders Jack Cartwright Mid Century Modern Yellow Nightstand Chest Maple Chrome
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Founders Jack Cartwright Mid Century Modern Yellow Nightstand Chest Maple Chrome. Item features the original label and serial number, 4 dovetailed drawers, beautiful maple wood venee...
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17th Century Mid-Century Modern Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Maple, Paint
H 28 in W 20 in D 15.5 in
Romweber French Louis XV Flame Mahogany Nightstands, Circa 1920s
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of French Provincial Louis XV style bedside tables
By Romweber
USA, Circa 1920s
Stunning book-matched flame mahogany, with carved cabriole legs, and original b...
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1920s American Louis XV Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Brass
William IV Rosewood Breakfront Side Cabinet
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
1851 they exhibited at the Great Exhibition, showing a suite of walnut bedroom furniture. In 1855 the
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1830s English William IV Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Early 20th Century Payne Furniture William & Mary Burl Walnut Three Quarter Bed
Located in Germantown, MD
style three quater bed by Payne Furniture of Boston. Great antique condition.
Measures 50" in width, 87
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Early 20th Century American William and Mary Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Burl
H 47.5 in W 50 in D 87 in
Charleston True Mahogany Rice Bed, "The Furniture of Charleston" C. 1800-1815
Located in Charleston, SC
Furniture of Charleston" 1680-1820 Volume 2, Fig NB-24, Early 19th century.
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Early 1800s American American Colonial Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Mahogany, Satinwood
H 95 in W 60 in D 86.5 in
Carlton House Chippendale Style Fruitwood Bedside Tables a Pair
By Carlton House Fine Furniture
Located in Germantown, MD
a rare pair of Carlton House Chippendale Style Fruitwood Bedside Tables.
Good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use
Measure 21.5" in width, 15.5" in depth and stand 2...
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Early 20th Century British Chippendale Antique Bedroom Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
Comodini Impero in Noce Inizi '800
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
Coppia di comodini del periodo Impero, in noce lastronati in noce rigatino fiammato, presentano sul fronte un cassettino sotto piano, un anta e al di sotto un cassetto più profondo. ...
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Early 1800s Italian Empire Antique Bedroom Furniture
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Marble
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Antique Bedroom Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of antique bedroom furniture on 1stDibs. A piece of antique bedroom furniture — often made from wood, fabric and wool — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect item from our selection of antique bedroom furniture — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A choice in our collection of antique bedroom furniture is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Victorian, Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one object in our assortment of antique bedroom furniture that is appealing in its simplicity, but Daum, Mehraban Rugs and Emile Gallé produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Antique Bedroom Furniture?
A piece of antique bedroom furniture can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,351, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $3,200,000.
Questions About Antique Bedroom Furniture
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024To tell quality bedroom furniture, first give it a shake or push. If you notice any wobbling or creaking, the piece may be of inferior quality. Materials like solid hardwood can also help you separate well-made pieces from lower-quality items produced out of engineered wood and particleboard. For dressers, chests of drawers, nightstands and other casegoods, check out the drawers. On high-quality pieces, the drawers should move smoothly. Dovetail and tongue-and-groove drawer joint construction can also indicate quality furnishings. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of bedroom furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024Many people believe that solid wood bedroom furniture is worth it. Generally, wood furnishings bring warmth and visual appeal to bedrooms. Compared to engineered wood, solid wood is typically a more durable material and allows bedroom furniture to hold up to the effects of frequent use. However, other factors, such as the construction techniques used to produce it, will also affect how long bedroom furniture lasts. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of bedroom furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024To know if your furniture is antique, look for labels and markings that indicate the maker. From there, you can use trusted online resources to determine when they were active and examine images to try to estimate the age of your piece. Furniture produced 100 years ago or more is antique. You can also have your furniture assessed by an appraiser or antiques dealer to learn about its age. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024Many antique furniture brands are popular. While trends in collecting do vary over time, some makers consistently remain highly sought after. Among them are J. & J.W. Meeks, John Henry Belter, R. J. Horner and Co., Stickley Furniture, George Hepplewhite, Josef Dannhauser, Thomas Chippendale and Thomas Sheridan. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique furniture.
- Is antique furniture in style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, antique furniture is in style. Many people appreciate the beauty and handcrafted character of antique furniture and love the idea of owning pieces with a rich history. Remember that style preferences are nothing if not fluid, meaning what's in one year may not be the next. So, in choosing the furniture you're planning to live with, you should pay less attention to interior design fads than to what speaks to you. That way, you can select pieces that will add long-term character to your home. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024To identify your antique furniture, look for an engraving, tag, label or other marking that indicates who produced it. You may find it on the bottom or back of your furniture or inside a drawer or cabinet. Once you have located the marking, you can snap a photo of it and use a reverse image search to try and identify the maker. Or, you can type a description of the mark into a search engine. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to get assistance with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique furniture.
- What makes furniture an antique?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
A piece of furniture is considered an antique if it is at least 100 years old.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell who made your antique furniture, seek out a maker's marking. Locations of these marks vary, but they are generally in an inconspicuous location. For example, a dresser may have the mark inside a drawer or on the back, while a hallmark on a table is often on a leg or under the tabletop. Once you locate a mark, you can use trusted online resources to identify the maker and learn more about them. If you can't find a marking on your piece, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you with the identification process. Explore a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell antique furniture from reproduction, first check for a maker's mark. By researching the maker associated with the marking using trusted online resources, you can determine when they were active. If the company was in business 100 years ago or more, your piece may be an antique, but if the company's history began more recently, your piece is likely a reproduction. If you can't locate a marking, study the details of the furniture up close. Genuine antiques will often show tool marks and slight variations in carved details because they were typically handcrafted. Most contemporary furniture is machine-made, so you won't usually see these types of characteristics. When in doubt, have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your furniture. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify antique Chinese furniture, look carefully at its details. Chinese craftsmen often built furniture using mortise and tenon joinery, eliminating the need for nails and screws. If you see this type of hardware, your piece is likely not at least 100 years old, especially if the hardware still looks new and shiny. Since antique furniture was handmade, you will normally see slight imperfections, such as tool marks or slight variations in carvings. Pieces that appear completely uniform and pristine are less often genuine antiques.
When present, maker's marks can also be helpful. Research the marks to learn more about when the maker was active and producing pieces like yours. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your furniture for you.
Shop an assortment of antique Chinese furniture. - 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024How old furniture that is called antique can be is typically at least 100 years. People usually call furniture between 20 and 99 years old vintage. Contemporary is the word for furniture manufactured within the last 20 years. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The best finish for antique furniture is a matter of liking. But film finish is recommended by experts as it leaves a thick coat of film on the wood surface which protects wood from water and scratches. Shellac or varnish and water base are commonly used film finishes. Find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage furniture on 1stDibs
PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell how old your antique furniture is, research the maker using trusted online resources. You may find that the furniture maker was active for only a short period, giving you the ability to roughly estimate its age. For manufacturers and designers with a long history of production, consider the style of your furniture and look for images of similar pieces published online. Because it may be difficult to date furniture on your own, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To tell what your antique furniture is worth, look at sales histories on trusted online platforms and read valuation guides posted on trusted online resources. The maker, type, style, age and condition of your furniture will impact its value. Researching furniture produced by the same maker is a good starting point. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also aid you in the valuation process. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Antique furniture can be worth quite a lot, particularly if it is in good quality. The rarer the piece, the higher the value.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Whether antique furniture is making a comeback is a matter of opinion. Many people would argue that antique furniture never faded from fashion, as there have always been individuals who love the idea of owning pieces that have history. Some of the most popular styles for antique furniture include Art Deco, Arts and Crafts, Renaissance Revival, Elizabethan, Gothic Revival, Victorian and Chippendale. Find a large collection of antique furniture from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024To date antique furniture from the UK, first look for identifying markings on the piece. You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active. From there, you may be able to estimate the year of production by looking at images of other furniture the maker produced. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also aid you in the dating process. Find a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021There are a number of factors that can indicate if your antique furniture is valuable. When determining the value of antique furniture, consider its rarity. Additionally, it is important to determine the quality and condition of vintage furniture. If unsure of the value of your vintage furniture, have it appraised.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024To be considered antique, furniture must usually be at least 100 years old. Contemporary is the name for furniture produced within the last 20 years. Vintage furniture is at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.