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Antique Swedish Folk Art Bench, Rare Primitive Folk Art Furniture
Located in Kramfors, SE
has never been painted. Rare primitive folk art furniture. Unusually curved, rococo legs. Small
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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Benches

Materials

Pine

Rare Swedish Antique Cabinet, Genuine Country Furniture in Gustavian Style
Located in Kramfors, SE
Rare Swedish antique cabinet, a genuine country house furniture in gustavian style from northern
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Cabinets

Materials

Pine

Rare and Original Antique Bentwood Thonet Child's Chair 19th Century Furniture
By Thonet
Located in Lisse, NL
be used by a child, but one could also use it for displaying an antique bear or as a furniture still
Category

Antique 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Children's Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

Rare Antique French Aubusson Octagonal Rug 10'6" x 11'
Located in New York, NY
Rare Antique French Aubusson Octagonal Rug, Country of origin: France, Circa date: First quarter of
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Antique 19th Century French Aubusson Western European Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Mid Century Modern German teak Sideboard, 1960s
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Rare Mid Century Modern German Teak Sideboard 1960s Design year: 1950s Dimensions: 43 D x 260
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Teak

Rare Tribal Qashqai Antique Persian Horse Cover 5' x 5'7"
Located in New York, NY
Quite A Rare Tribal Qashqai Antique Persian Horse Cover, Origin Of This Horse Cover: Persia, The
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Fine Rare Antique Persian Silk Heriz Carpet 10' x 13'
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian silk Heriz carpet, country of origin: Persia, date: circa late 19th century. Size
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Antique 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Rare Pearl and Silver Antique Persian Kerman Embroidery 2'4" x 2'9"
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent and Rare Pearl and Silver Antique Persian Kerman Embroidery, Country of Origin / Rug
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Antique Mid-19th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Collectible Rare Antique 17th Century Caucasian Kuba Embroidery 3'1" x 3'1"
Located in New York, NY
A Magnificent And Extremely Collectible Rare Antique 17th Century Caucasian Kuba Embroidery
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Antique 17th Century Caucasian Tribal Caucasian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Magnificent Rare And Collectible Antique Chinese Silk Rug 6' x 9'
Located in New York, NY
A Magnificent Rare And Collectible Antique Chinese Silk Rug, Country of Origin / Rug Type: Antique
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Rare and Collectible Antique Uzbekistani Horse Cover Textile 7' x 7'5"
Located in New York, NY
Rare and Collectible Antique Uzbekistani Horse Cover Textile, Country of Origin: Uzbekistan, Circa
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Early 20th Century Uzbek Tribal Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Antique Day Bed
Located in New York, NY
Rare antique teak day bed from the island of Madura. The patina on the wood is stunning. Circa 1900
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Antique Early 1900s Indonesian Tribal Daybeds

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Rare Antique Day Bed
Rare Antique Day Bed
H 23 in W 80.5 in D 40.5 in
Antique Rare Room Size American Hooked Rug 9'6" x 11'7"
Located in New York, NY
Hooked Rug, American, Early 20th Century – Size: 9 ft 6 in x 11 ft 7 in (2.9 m x 3.53 m) This sophisticated vintage American rug features a handsome allover pattern that incorpora...
Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical North and South American ...

Materials

Wool

Rare And Beautiful Fine Weave Antique Persian Kashan Mohtasham Rug 7' x 10'
Located in New York, NY
A Rare And Beautiful Classic Look Fine Weave Antique Persian Kashan Mohtasham Rug, Country of
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Kashan Persian Rugs

Materials

Silk

Highly Artistic And Rare Antique European Silk and Velvet Textile 2'2" x 7'11"
Located in New York, NY
Highly Artistic And Rare Antique European Silk and Velvet Textile, Origin: Europe, Approx. Circa
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Antique 19th Century English Art Nouveau Western European Rugs

Materials

Silk

Rare Italian Antique Chair, 1500s
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful and very rare Italian antique chair from the 1500s. In finely crafted walnut wood, red
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Antique 16th Century Italian Rococo Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Rare Italian Antique Chair, 1500s
Rare Italian Antique Chair, 1500s
H 48.04 in W 24.02 in D 16.93 in
Rare Antique African Palaver Chair
Located in New York, NY
Rare antique African hand carved chair. Beautiful patina on the single wood back rest, with
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Vintage 1950s African Primitive Chairs

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Rare Antique African Palaver Chair
Rare Antique African Palaver Chair
H 39 in W 14.5 in D 35 in
Rare Antique African Palaver Chair
Located in New York, NY
Rare antique African hand carved chair. Beautiful patina on the single wood back rest, with
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Vintage 1950s African Primitive Chairs

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Rare Antique African Palaver Chair
Rare Antique African Palaver Chair
H 35 in W 16 in D 30 in
Rare Wool and Cotton Pile Fine Weave Antique Persian Tabriz Rug 10'9" x 14'5"
Located in New York, NY
A Truly Remarkable Rare And Beautiful Soft Color Wool and Cotton Pile Fine Weave Antique Persian
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Antique Sumba Comb
Located in New York, NY
from polished metal with stunning patina. Rare. C 19th Century. After they have been carved and
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20th Century Indonesian Primitive Antiquities

Materials

Metal

Rare Antique Sumba Comb
Rare Antique Sumba Comb
H 9 in W 3 in D 6 in
Antique Rare Prints with Fish
By Alexander Hogg
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Four water-colors antique rare prints from 1820. Published by Alexander Hogg at the Kings Arms, N
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Antique Early 19th Century English Beaux Arts Prints

Materials

Paper

Antique Rare Prints with Fish
Antique Rare Prints with Fish
H 20.48 in W 14.77 in D 0.4 in
Large Antique Rare Day Bed
Located in New York, NY
An impressive teak day bed that can be used as a regular bed frame or a statement piece pool side. Beautiful century old teak wood with lovely character and minimalist carving on thi...
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Vintage 1920s Minimalist Daybeds

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Large Antique Rare Day Bed
Large Antique Rare Day Bed
H 12 in W 98 in D 55 in
Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair
Located in New York, NY
. We only source the best. Rare. This chair was hand made in the spirit of Wabi-Sabi, a Japanese
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Antique Early 1900s Minimalist Chairs

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair
Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair
H 17 in W 23.5 in D 18 in
Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair
Located in New York, NY
x 17” back rest x 17″ deep. Circa 1900. We only source the best. Rare. This chair was hand made in
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Antique Early 1900s Minimalist Chairs

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair
Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair
H 16.5 in W 20.5 in D 17 in
Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair
Located in New York, NY
. Rare. This chair was hand made in the spirit of Wabi-Sabi, a Japanese philosophy that beauty can be
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Antique Early 1900s Primitive Chairs

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair
Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair
H 17 in W 20 in D 17.5 in
1900s Rare Antique Curved Armchair
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered in velvet fabric - Wooden legs have been refurbished - Height of seat 43 cm.   
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Antique Early 1900s Czech Baroque Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

1900s Rare Antique Curved Armchair
1900s Rare Antique Curved Armchair
H 79 in W 79 in D 66 in
Antique Rare Tiles with Fishes
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Rare pair of old tiles with fishes , all hand-painted. Think about how to use them: on the garden
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Mid-20th Century Azerbaijani Other Decorative Art

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Rare Tiles with Fishes
Antique Rare Tiles with Fishes
H 7.88 in W 8.86 in D 0.6 in
Rare Antique Print of Young Napoleon
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Antique large print of young NAPOLEON, very rare.. with a little painting error: Buonararte instead
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Antique Early 19th Century French Other Prints

Materials

Paper

Rare Antique  Print of Young Napoleon
Rare Antique  Print of Young Napoleon
H 24.02 in W 17.13 in D 0.04 in
Rare Antique Persian Bidjar Mat
Located in New York, NY
A rare Kurdistan Bidjar mat that is a full composition rather than a design sampler (wagireh). The
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Vintage 1920s Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Unique Antique Swedish Rare Baroque Table
Located in Kramfors, SE
Unique Swedish Baroque table made by hand during the mid 1700s. The table is a very rare example of
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Antique Mid-18th Century Swedish Baroque Center Tables

Materials

Pine

Unique Antique Swedish Rare Baroque Table
Unique Antique Swedish Rare Baroque Table
H 31.5 in W 66.15 in D 36.23 in
Museum Quality Rare Antique Day Bed
Located in New York, NY
Rare antique teak day bed from the island of Madura. The patina on the wood is stunning. Circa 1900
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Antique Early 1900s Organic Modern Daybeds

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Museum Quality Rare Antique Day Bed
Museum Quality Rare Antique Day Bed
H 17 in W 83.5 in D 48.5 in
Rare Antique Colorful Malayer Rug
Located in Katonah, NY
Very rare and unusual shadow design of longitudinally running channels of water. Brilliant and
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Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Rare Antique Northwest Persian Rug
Located in New York, NY
collection and family for over 2 centuries. Carpet weavers in North West Persian region are quite rare and
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Antique 19th Century Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Antique Victorian English Inkwell
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Very elegant and rare silver and tortoise Victorian inkwell: a wonderful piece for Your desk
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Inkwells

Materials

Silver

Rare Antique Victorian English Inkwell
Rare Antique Victorian English Inkwell
H 3.15 in W 8.27 in D 5.12 in
Rare Oversize Antique Bessarabian Kilim
Located in Milan, IT
Antique Bessarabian Kilims are very rarely found in large sizes, as most were woven in an almost
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Antique 1880s Ukrainian Rococo Revival Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Antique Persian Kerman Runner
Located in New York, NY
Versatile due to its size, this shawl pattern kenare (runner) shows 19 rows of one way-facing curvy botehs set off by a black field. Limited abrash. Wide palette with red, sand, stra...
Category

Vintage 1910s Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Antique Persian Tehran Carpet
Located in New York, NY
One of a small production of finely woven carpets from the Persian capital, this cream ground example a sapphire and dark red double pendant medallion with four internal palmette pen...
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Vintage 1920s Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Antique Articulate Handmade Artist's Mannequin
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1940. We offer this Rare Antique Articulate Handmade Artist's Mannequin made in river stones
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Vintage 1940s Antiquities

Materials

Stone

Pair Rare Prints of Antique Carriages
By Denis Diderot
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
ST/530 - Very rare French Horsemanships 1774-1775 engravings by the famous Diderot & D'Alembert
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Antique Late 18th Century French Other Prints

Materials

Paper

Pair Rare Prints of Antique Carriages
Pair Rare Prints of Antique Carriages
H 22.05 in W 27.56 in D 0.79 in
Rare Antique Engraving of Microscopes, 1749
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'A true Representation of sveral microscopes with some objects (..)'. Print of
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Antique 18th Century Prints

Materials

Paper

Rare Antique Caucasian Kilim Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
This handwoven antique Kilim was constructed in 1920 with fine hand-spun wool. The design features
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20th Century Caucasian Tribal Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Organic Material, Cotton, Wool

Rare Antique Caucasian Kilim Rug
Rare Antique Caucasian Kilim Rug
W 70.08 in L 155.52 in
Rare Antique Caucasian Kilim Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
This antique Kilim features a fantastic geometric design. Diamonds with hook motifs decorate this
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Antique 17th Century Caucasian Tribal Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Rare Antique Caucasian Kilim Rug
Rare Antique Caucasian Kilim Rug
W 66.93 in L 157.49 in
Antique Elegant Rare Oriental Carpet
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
One of the most elegant oriental carpet, perfect for sitting and dining room: beautiful colors and design, to put without problems everywhere. It's in very good conditions. The blu...
Category

Early 20th Century Central Asian Other Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare antique Chinese collector rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very beautiful and rare mid 19th century Chinese rug with beautiful geometrical and decorative
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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Rare Antique African Senufo Coffee Table
Located in New York, NY
Rare antique coffee table hand carved by the Senufo tribes from a single block of wood, native to
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Vintage 1930s Tribal Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Rare Doulton & Co. Antique Jardiniere
By Doulton Lambeth
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An early Doulton & Co. antique window jardiniere, made in the mid to late 1800s. Stonewares of this
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Terracotta

Rare Doulton & Co. Antique Jardiniere
Rare Doulton & Co. Antique Jardiniere
H 7.49 in W 36.62 in D 9.06 in
1890 Rare Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Verdure Rare Blue 4x6 117x175cm
Located in New York, NY
1890 Rare Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Verdure Rare Blue 4x6 117x175cm "This is an
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Antique 1890s French Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Rare Antique Bamboo Wood Vest
Located in New York, NY
Stunning handmade antique bamboo wood vest from Mentawai. Perfection is imperfection. This
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Antique Early 1900s Primitive More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Rare Antique Bamboo Wood Vest
Rare Antique Bamboo Wood Vest
H 32 in W 6 in D 32 in
Rare Antique Japanese Bronze Kiln Furnace
Located in Rochester, NY
Antique Japanese large pagoda form bronze kiln furnace for melting metal w/ the original ceramic
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Bronze, Iron, Metal

Rare and Antique Mexican Carousel Horse
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1920. We offer this wonderfully charming Carousel Horse from Mexico. Handmade caved from wood with fabulous patina.
Category

Vintage 1910s Mexican Folk Art Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Rare and Antique Mexican Carousel Horse
Rare and Antique Mexican Carousel Horse
H 32.68 in W 30.71 in D 7.88 in
Antique Persian Mashhad Amogli Rug, Rare
Located in Evanston, IL
increasingly rare, especially those in good condition. Antique Persian Mashhad Amogli rugs are treasured for
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare small Antique bench, France ca. 1850
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1850 / bench / wood, fabric / antique / Rustic A special small bench of 2 wooden chairs
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Antique 18th Century French Rustic Benches

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Rare small Antique bench, France ca. 1850
Rare small Antique bench, France ca. 1850
H 36.62 in W 31.5 in D 11.82 in
Rare quality antique black forest stationary box
Located in Ipswich, GB
Rare quality antique Black Forest stationary box, having quality carved birds to the top of the
Category

Antique 19th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Walnut

Rare Long Antique Khotan Runner
Located in New York, NY
One of our most interesting finds to date. This is a 33 foot Khotan runner with repeating diamond motifs in earth-tone hues surrounded by thin multi-band borders with several beautif...
Category

20th Century East Turkestani Anglo-Indian Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Rare Pair of Italian Giltwood Antique Mirrors
Located in Malibu, CA
Early 19th Century rustic giltwood antique Italian mirrors: a pair Hand carved giltwood surrounds
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Antique Early 19th Century Italian Rustic Trumeau Mirrors

Materials

Giltwood, Mirror

Rare, Antique, French, Chocolate Marble Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant, bow front, lift top, hand carved marble box with two, round compartments. The sinuous base is mirrored in the stepped, overhanging top which is surmounted by a relief carved...
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century French Decorative Boxes

Materials

Marble

Rare, Antique, French, Chocolate Marble Box
Rare, Antique, French, Chocolate Marble Box
H 5.75 in W 11.25 in D 6.5 in
Andrianna Shamaris Rare Antique Raffles Arm Chair
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Impressive hand carved teak arm chair with beautiful patina. The front legs and arm rests are fluted and hand carved. We added shell inlay onto the back rest. Full dimensions; Front ...
Category

Antique Early 1900s Dutch Colonial Chairs

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Wonderful rare antique Turkish Anatolian rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Pretty and very rare Turkish Anatolian rug from the first half of the 19th century in an excellent
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Rare Swedish Gustavian Style Console Table
Located in Kramfors, SE
Rare antique console table in Gustavian Style from Sweden. The table is from the first years of the
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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Console Tables

Materials

Pine

Superior Antique 19th Century Rare "Zebra Wood" Table
Located in New Orleans, LA
Superior antique 19th century rare "Zebra Wood" table. Pedestal base. Rectangle shape.  
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Antique Late 19th Century English Tables

Materials

Wood, Zebra Wood

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  • 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 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 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
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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 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.
  • 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 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.
  • 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 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.