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Faux Bamboo Canterbury
Located in Nashville, TN
This is a gorgeous faux bamboo Canterbury, made in the late 19th century. This piece has a
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19th Century French Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Bamboo

Antique Faux Bamboo Canterbury
Faux Bamboo Canterbury
H 20 in W 20 in D 13 in
Early Victorian Canterbury
Located in Cheshire, GB
Early Victorian Canterbury, having three divisions with ‘C’ scroll and foliate uprights. Above a
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19th Century British Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Wood

Antique Early Victorian  Canterbury
Early Victorian  Canterbury
H 21 in W 21.5 in D 15 in
Regency Mahogany Canterbury
Located in Huntington, NY
Regency mahogany canterbury, circa 1820.
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19th Century English Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

Antique Regency Mahogany Canterbury
Regency Mahogany Canterbury
H 21.75 in W 18 in D 12 in
Geaorgian Mahogany Canterbury
Located in Folkestone, GB
A particularly fine example of an early 19th century mahogany four division Music Canterbury, with
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

Antique Geaorgian Mahogany Canterbury
Geaorgian Mahogany Canterbury
H 19.3 in W 19.3 in D 12.6 in
Regency Mahogany Canterbury
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A good quality Regency period mahogany Canterbury, having three slatted divisions with ring turned
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19th Century English Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

Antique Regency Mahogany Canterbury
Regency Mahogany Canterbury
H 19.69 in W 20.48 in D 15.75 in
Regency Rosewood Canterbury
Located in Folkestone, GB
A very fine quality Regency period rosewood Canterbury of classic shape and form with four
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Early 18th Century English Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Rosewood

Antique Regency Rosewood Canterbury
Regency Rosewood Canterbury
H 18.51 in W 21.46 in D 14.38 in
Regency Rosewood Canterbury
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
A good Regency rosewood canterbury: rare model with 2 drawers; the divisions in the form of an X
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1820s English Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Rosewood

Antique Regency Rosewood Canterbury
Regency Rosewood Canterbury
H 21.25 in W 20 in D 15 in
Black Forest Canterbury
Located in New York, NY
Intricately carved Black Forest Canterbury or magazine rack. Designed in a swirled leaf pattern
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19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Hardwood

Antique Black Forest Canterbury
Black Forest Canterbury
H 14 in W 17 in D 17 in
High English Canterbury
Located in Tarrytown, NY
3 foot huge, turn of the century English canterbury with dovetail drawers. Oversized, perfect for
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Early 1900s Antique Canterbury Furniture

Antique High English Canterbury
High English Canterbury
H 34 in W 33.5 in D 20 in
English Rosewood Canterbury
Located in San Francisco, CA
A very fine quality rosewood canterbury or magazine holder with marquetry inlay and a single drawer
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19th Century British Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Rosewood

English Rosewood Canterbury
English Rosewood Canterbury
H 20 in W 22.25 in D 16 in
Canterbury Cathedral: First Edition, The Antiquities Of Canterbury By Somner
Located in London, GB
An extremely rare first edition: William Somner, The antiquities of Canterbury. Or a survey of that
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17th Century English Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Leather, Paper

Regency Mahogany Canterbury
Located in Essex, MA
Orb finials and three compartment slats over a drawer with wood knobs, raised on turned legs.
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

Regency Mahogany Canterbury
Regency Mahogany Canterbury
H 19.5 in W 20 in D 14 in
Regency Mahogany Canterbury
Located in Essex, MA
Typical form with single drawer with lions head handles, circular legs, casters.
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1810s English Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

Regency Mahogany Canterbury
Regency Mahogany Canterbury
H 21.88 in W 19.88 in D 13.88 in
Regency Rosewood Canterbury
Located in Essex, MA
Typical form with rack section above a drawer, raised on turned carved tapered legs, casters.
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Rosewood

Regency Rosewood Canterbury
Regency Rosewood Canterbury
H 21 in W 18.88 in D 13.75 in
Edwardian Mahogany Canterbury
Located in Essex, MA
Simple slat design with turned legs and casters.
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19th Century English Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Edwardian Mahogany Canterbury
Edwardian Mahogany Canterbury
H 22 in W 18 in D 11.75 in
Regency Mahogany Canterbury
Located in Essex, MA
Of unusual size with reeded spindles and two interior compartments, contains a frieze drawer and raised on tapered reeded legs with casters.
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

Regency Mahogany Canterbury
Regency Mahogany Canterbury
H 23.5 in W 34.5 in D 16.75 in
English Regency Rosewood Canterbury
Located in Bradenton, FL
This unique early 19th Century Regency Rosewood Canterbury is designed to hold and organize items
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19th Century English Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Rosewood

19th Century English Canterbury
Located in Delft, NL
19th century English Canterbury A Canterbury in mahogany wood with four divisions and a drawer
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19th Century English Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Wood

19th Century English Canterbury
19th Century English Canterbury
H 19.3 in W 17.21 in D 15.36 in
Antique Black Walnut Canterbury
Located in New Orleans, LA
Fine quality canterbury from the late 19th century and in a most special wood, black walnut.
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Walnut

Antique Black Walnut Canterbury
Antique Black Walnut Canterbury
H 18.5 in W 21.75 in D 14.75 in
Regency Period Mahogany Canterbury
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality Regency period Mahogany music canterbury, having four divisions, a freize
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Early 19th Century English Regency Revival Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

Regency Period Mahogany Canterbury
Regency Period Mahogany Canterbury
H 18.9 in W 21.26 in D 14.97 in
Victorian Canterbury, Magazine Rack
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn124 Fine quality, Victorian, mahogany Canterbury- magazine rack with fretwork upstands, "cameo
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19th Century Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

Victorian Canterbury, Magazine Rack
Victorian Canterbury, Magazine Rack
H 19.3 in W 25.6 in D 14.97 in
Charles X Rosewood Canterbury
Located in Essex, MA
, turned legs and casters. This form was designed by Hepplewhite for the Archbishop of Canterbury form
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1830s Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Rosewood

Charles X Rosewood Canterbury
Charles X Rosewood Canterbury
H 20 in W 17.63 in D 13.63 in
Victorian Circassian Walnut Canterbury
Located in Montreal, QC
Originally for sheet music, this Canterbury is outstanding for the beauty of the veneers, the
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Walnut

Regency Rosewood Music Canterbury
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A stylish Regency canterbury, with three divisions united by turned spinials, and a carved laurel
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19th Century English Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Rosewood

Regency Rosewood Music Canterbury
Regency Rosewood Music Canterbury
H 56 in W 50 in D 36 in
Early Victorian Rosewood Canterbury
Located in Essex, MA
Unusual form with an arched rack with leaf carved base. Single drawer with wood knobs. Turned legs and casters.
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1830s English Early Victorian Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Rosewood

Early Victorian Rosewood Canterbury
Early Victorian Rosewood Canterbury
H 21.13 in W 19 in D 14.5 in
Early Victorian Mahogany Canterbury
Located in Essex, MA
With spindle turnings and lower shelf, turned legs with casters.
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1840s English Early Victorian Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

Early Victorian Mahogany Canterbury
Early Victorian Mahogany Canterbury
H 22 in W 19 in D 13.25 in
Pair of William IV Canterburys
Located in London, GB
A pair of William IV canterburys.
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1830s William IV Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

Pair of William IV Canterburys
Pair of William IV Canterburys
H 20.87 in W 24.81 in D 16.15 in
William IV Mahogany Canterbury
Located in Essex, MA
Typical form with one drawer with wood knobs. Turned legs and brass casters.
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1830s English William IV Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

William IV Mahogany Canterbury
William IV Mahogany Canterbury
H 21.25 in W 21.5 in D 15.75 in
William IV Rosewood Canterbury
Located in Essex, MA
Very finely made likely by Gillow. Using finely figured rosewood. The drawer finely constructed including a key. Unusual form transitioning from the classical Regency to Victorian.
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1830s William IV Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Rosewood

William IV Rosewood Canterbury
William IV Rosewood Canterbury
H 22 in W 21 in D 15.5 in
Regency Style Mahogany Canterbury
Located in Essex, MA
Typical form, slots for magazines or papers over a drawer, turned legs and casters.
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1810s English Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

Regency Style Mahogany Canterbury
Regency Style Mahogany Canterbury
H 20.5 in W 19.25 in D 14.5 in
Regency Mahogany Boat Shaped Canterbury
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Good Quality Regency Mahogany Boat Shaped Canterbury Having Elegant Turned Upright Supports And
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

Regency Mahogany Boat Shaped Canterbury
Regency Mahogany Boat Shaped Canterbury
H 19.5 in W 18 in D 13.25 in
Late Regency Rosewood Canterbury
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
An unusual late regency rosewood music note holder with an attractive feature with a lyre at the front raised on four solid rosewood carved feet.
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Early 19th Century English Antique Canterbury Furniture

Late Regency Rosewood Canterbury
Late Regency Rosewood Canterbury
H 22 in W 56 in D 13.5 in
Regency Rosewood Boat Shaped Canterbury
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
An early 19th century regency period simulated rosewood boat shaped Canterbury, having pierced
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Early 19th Century Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Beech

Regency Rosewood Boat Shaped Canterbury
Regency Rosewood Boat Shaped Canterbury
H 20 in W 17.5 in D 13.75 in
Regency Mahogany Boat Shaped Canterbury
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A very good quality early 19th century, regency period, mahogany boat shaped canterbury, having
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

Regency Mahogany Boat Shaped Canterbury
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
An Exceptional Quality Regency Period, Early 19th Century Mahogany Boat Shaped Canterbury Having
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

Regency Mahogany Boat Shaped Canterbury
Regency Mahogany Boat Shaped Canterbury
H 21.5 in W 18.75 in D 12 in
Mahogany Georgian Boat Shaped Canterbury
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A very good quality George III Period Mahogany boat shaped Canterbury having one drawer To Frieze
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Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

Regency Mahogany Boat Shaped Canterbury
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A very good quality early 19th century Regency period mahogany boat shaped canterbury with pierced
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

19th Century English Mahogany Canterbury
Located in Delft, NL
19th century English Mahogany Canterbury A Canterbury in mahogany wood with three divisions and
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19th Century English Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

19th Century English Mahogany Canterbury
19th Century English Mahogany Canterbury
H 19.3 in W 17.72 in D 13 in
Victorian Burr Walnut Canterbury Whatnot
Located in Altrincham, GB
Victorian Burr Walnut Veneered Canterbury Whatnot with Fretwork Gallery and Dividers and Satinwood
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1870s English High Victorian Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Walnut

Large Mahogany Canterbury Circa 1830
Located in Sherborne, GB
Mahogany Canterbury of good scale, fine turned legs finishing on brass cup casters, making it easy
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Brass

Large Mahogany Canterbury Circa 1830
Large Mahogany Canterbury Circa 1830
H 20.08 in W 21.26 in D 16.54 in
1940s Polished Steel Canterbury End Table
Located in London, by appointment only
France, circa 1945 A modernist polished steel Canterbury end table. The gallery decorated with
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Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Steel

1940s Polished Steel Canterbury End Table
1940s Polished Steel Canterbury End Table
H 29.14 in W 18.9 in D 14.97 in
Antique English Burled Walnut Canterbury
Located in New Orleans, LA
A handsome canterbury with lovely burl. Plenty of room for storage!
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Walnut, Burl

Antique English Burled Walnut Canterbury
Antique English Burled Walnut Canterbury
H 36 in W 27.25 in D 17.5 in
Exhibition Quality Figured Walnut Canterbury
Located in Cheshire, GB
19th century figured walnut Canterbury, the outer carved foliate openwork dividers flanking a pair
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19th Century British Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Walnut

Victorian Strongly Figured Mahogany Canterbury
Located in Montreal, QC
Victorian manhogany canterbury, the lyre form pierced uprights over serpentine drawer, supporting a
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

English Walnut Canterbury Magazine Stand
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
English Walnut Canterbury Magazine Stand This is a pretty little piece, it stands on neat brass
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19th Century Adam Style Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Walnut

Early 19th Century Mahogany, Canterbury
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Early 19th century mahogany Canterbury, three slatted divisions over a single beaded drawer and
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Early 19th Century Irish Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

Late Victorian Canterbury- Magazine Rack
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn820 Late Victorian, rosewood canterbury of rectangular shape, divided into 4 sections with
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19th Century Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Rosewood

Late Victorian Canterbury- Magazine Rack
Late Victorian Canterbury- Magazine Rack
H 18.12 in W 16.93 in D 14.97 in
Early 19th Century mahogany Canterbury
Located in Martlesham, GB
Early 19th century mahogany canterbury, the curved top having turned columns in each corner
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1820s British Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

Early 19th Century Mahogany Canterbury
Located in Martlesham, GB
Early 19th Century mahogany Canterbury, the top section having turned columns in each corner
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1820s British Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

Early 19th Century Mahogany Canterbury
Early 19th Century Mahogany Canterbury
H 21 in W 19.5 in D 13.75 in
Antique Victorian quality figured walnut Canterbury
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique Victorian quality figured walnut Canterbury having turned finals above three sections with
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Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Walnut

19th Century Burr Walnut Canterbury
Located in Martlesham, GB
19th century burr walnut Canterbury, the burr walnut top having a pierced and carved gallery
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1860s British Early Victorian Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Walnut

19th Century Burr Walnut Canterbury
19th Century Burr Walnut Canterbury
H 41 in W 22 in D 15.5 in
19th Century Burr Walnut Canterbury
Located in Martlesham, GB
19th century burr walnut Canterbury, the burr walnut top having floral inlay decoration and turned
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1860s European Early Victorian Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Walnut

19th Century English Walnut Canterbury
Located in Savannah, GA
This is a Canterbury or bookcase or 3-stage display or server made in England, circa 1870. The
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1870s English Victorian Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Walnut, Burl

American Rococo Revival Rosewood Canterbury
Located in Essex, MA
Unusual form in American furniture and probably by Alexander Roux or Joseph Meeks. Typical slatted
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1850s American Rococo Revival Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Rosewood

Antique Victorian Quality Rosewood Inlaid Canterbury
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian quality rosewood inlaid Canterbury having a quality rosewood inlaid top with the
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Other

Regency Mahogany Antique Boat Shaped Canterbury
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A good quality English early 19th century regency Period mahogany boat shaped Canterbury having
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

Mahogany Canterbury Antique Paper Magazine Rack
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Early 19th century mahogany canterbury. Having ring turned feet with original brass castors. 19th
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19th Century Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

19th Century Rosewood Magazine Stand/Canterbury
Located in Water Mill, NY
19th Century Rosewood Canterbury/Magazine Holder with Under Shelf, Wood Wheels, Brass Handle and
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19th Century English Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Brass

George III Satinwood Four Division Canterbury
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A George III satinwood four division Canterbury, of rectangular form with concave dividers and a
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Early 1800s English Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Satinwood

Late Regency Period Canterbury, circa 1830
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality late Regency period Goncalo Alves Music Canterbury, having carved wreath
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

Late Regency Period Canterbury, circa 1830
Late Regency Period Canterbury, circa 1830
H 19.3 in W 18.9 in D 15.75 in
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Antique Canterbury Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of antique canterbury furniture you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, mahogany and walnut, every item from our selection of antique canterbury furniture was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of antique canterbury furniture — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An object in our assortment of antique canterbury furniture, designed in the Regency, Victorian or Georgian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one option in this array of antique canterbury furniture that is appealing in its simplicity, but Gillows of Lancaster & London, Bruce James Talbert and Coalport Porcelain produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Canterbury Furniture?

Prices for a piece of antique canterbury furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $133 and can go as high as $31,200, while the average can fetch as much as $2,245.
Questions About Antique Canterbury Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    Many 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, 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, 2024
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    A piece of furniture is considered an antique if it is at least 100 years old.

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    How 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.
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    PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020

    To 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, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    To 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 ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The 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
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    To 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Antique 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, 2024
    Whether 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, 2024
    To 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, 2021
    There 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 ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    To tell the difference between antique and reproduction furniture, first look at hidden areas, such as the backs or insides of the drawers. On reproduction furniture, you may find plywood or engineered wood in these areas, while antique furniture will usually have solid hardwood on drawer interiors and backs. Also, slight irregularities and marks indicating that the furniture was built with hand tools rather than machines usually suggest that the piece is antique. Because it can be difficult to differentiate reproductions from genuine antiques without expertise and training, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer about the age of your piece. Find a diverse assortment of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019

    The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024
    To 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.

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The sought-after designer worked with the team at Hoffman Creative to produce a monograph that beautifully showcases some of Studio Shamshiri's most inspiring projects.

Moroccan Artworks and Objects Take Center Stage in an Extraordinary Villa in Tangier

Italian writer and collector Umberto Pasti opens the doors to his remarkable cave of wonders in North Africa.

Montecito Has Drawn Royalty and Celebrities, and These Homes Are Proof of Its Allure

Hollywood A-listers, ex-pat aristocrats and art collectors and style setters of all stripes appreciate the allure of the coastal California hamlet — much on our minds after recent winter floods.

Whaam! Blam! Pow! — a New Book on Pop Art Packs a Punch

Publishing house Assouline and writer Julie Belcove have teamed up to trace the history of the genre, from Roy Lichtenstein, Andy Warhol and Yayoi Kusama to Mickalene Thomas and Jeff Koons.

The Sparkling Legacy of Tiffany & Co. Explained, One Jewel at a Time

A gorgeous new book celebrates — and memorializes — the iconic jeweler’s rich heritage.