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Early 20th Century French Laboratory Scale
Located in High Point, NC
Made in early 20th Century France, this mechanical wonder was crafted with an eye for aesthetics, the richly polished wood and meticulously crafted mechanism elevate this piece with ...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Metal

Antique Early 20th Century French Laboratory Scale
Early 20th Century French Laboratory Scale

Early 20th Century French Laboratory Scale

H 18.3 in W 16 in D 8.6 in
Early 20th Century French Laboratory Scale
Located in High Point, NC
Housed in a wooden and glass vitrine, this small scale was once used for precision measurements. Made at the turn of the 19th Century in France, this mechanical wonder was crafted wi...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Metal

Antique Early 20th Century French Laboratory Scale
Early 20th Century French Laboratory Scale

Early 20th Century French Laboratory Scale

H 18.7 in W 16.4 in D 9 in
Early 20th Century Oak Laboratory Display Cabinet
Located in Dekalb, IL
Antique wooden display with cabinet-height swing out wavy glass doors. This impressive piece is of solid oak construction and features large doors with wavy glass panes that open to...
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Early 20th Century American Mission Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Glass, Oak

Antique Early 20th Century Oak Laboratory Display Cabinet
Early 20th Century Oak Laboratory Display Cabinet

Early 20th Century Oak Laboratory Display Cabinet

H 79 in W 96.5 in D 12 in
The Electric Light – Mr. Edison in His Laboratory, 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: The Electric Light – Mr. Edison in His Laboratory: A Sketch from Life - Published in The
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1880s Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Paper

Antique The Electric Light – Mr. Edison in His Laboratory, 1880
The Electric Light – Mr. Edison in His Laboratory, 1880

The Electric Light – Mr. Edison in His Laboratory, 1880

H 15.95 in W 11.62 in D 0 in
Laboratory Trebuchet Balance By Maison Mabille In Paris.
Located in BARSAC, FR
Pharmacy/laboratory trebuchet scale in its all-sided glass case, a vertical sliding door on the
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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood

Antique Laboratory Trebuchet Balance By Maison Mabille In Paris.
Laboratory Trebuchet Balance By Maison Mabille In Paris.

Laboratory Trebuchet Balance By Maison Mabille In Paris.

H 14.57 in W 13.78 in D 7.88 in
Early 20th Century Nickel-Plated Brass Laboratory Culturing Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Early 20th century, adjustable height, laboratory, culturing lamp made of nickel plated brass with
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1910s American Industrial Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique Early 20th Century Nickel-Plated Brass Laboratory Culturing Lamp
Early 20th Century Nickel-Plated Brass Laboratory Culturing Lamp

Early 20th Century Nickel-Plated Brass Laboratory Culturing Lamp

H 25 in W 9 in D 10 in
Victorian Soapstone Laboratory Writing Desk Bohemian Rustic Farmhouse Steel Fire
By Globe Wernicke, Shaw Walker
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Wonderful example of 19th century Laboratory (Institutional, Academia) Furniture. Writing desk with
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1920s American Industrial Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Soapstone, Brass, Steel

Antique Victorian Soapstone Laboratory Writing Desk Bohemian Rustic Farmhouse Steel Fire
Victorian Soapstone Laboratory Writing Desk Bohemian Rustic Farmhouse Steel Fire

Victorian Soapstone Laboratory Writing Desk Bohemian Rustic Farmhouse Steel Fire

H 30.5 in W 36 in D 20 in
Set of Three Laboratory Glass Pouring Measures, 19th Century
Located in East Hampton, NY
Makes a wonderful vase for a long stemmed flower.
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1890s Belgian Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Glass

Antique Set of Three Laboratory Glass Pouring Measures, 19th Century
Set of Three Laboratory Glass Pouring Measures, 19th Century

Set of Three Laboratory Glass Pouring Measures, 19th Century

H 21 in Dm 4.75 in
Arts & Crafts Kewaunee Mfg. Co. Laboratory Library Oak Maple Iron Table
Located in Hyattsville, MD
. Retains full Label to Side, Kewaunee Mfg. Co. The Laboratory Furniture Experts. W: 76¾ x D: 27½ x H: 30
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Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Iron

Antique Arts & Crafts Kewaunee Mfg. Co. Laboratory Library Oak Maple Iron Table
Arts & Crafts Kewaunee Mfg. Co. Laboratory Library Oak Maple Iron Table

Arts & Crafts Kewaunee Mfg. Co. Laboratory Library Oak Maple Iron Table

H 30.25 in W 76.75 in D 27.5 in
Early 20th c. E.H. Sheldon Industrial Science Class Lab Workbench c.1920
Located in San Francisco, CA
the Rapid Acting Woodworker’s Vice. The company grew rapidly and made laboratory furniture for
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Brass

Early 20th c. E.H. Sheldon Industrial Science Class Lab Workbench c.1920
Early 20th c. E.H. Sheldon Industrial Science Class Lab Workbench c.1920

Early 20th c. E.H. Sheldon Industrial Science Class Lab Workbench c.1920

H 30.25 in W 59.75 in D 23.25 in
Laboratory Table / Island
Located in Oakville, CT
Antique E.H. Sheldon laboratory table with 4 swing seats Overall dimensions: 43" x 62" x 32" high.  
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Early 20th Century American Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Iron

Laboratory Table / Island
Laboratory Table / Island

Laboratory Table / Island

H 32 in W 62 in D 43 in
Carrara Marble Laboratory Table
Located in Round Top, TX
A wonderful Carrara marble American laboratory table constructed of three 3 inch thick marble slabs
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Early 20th Century American Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Carrara Marble

Carrara Marble Laboratory Table
Carrara Marble Laboratory Table

Carrara Marble Laboratory Table

H 31 in W 35 in D 25.5 in
Paris Laboratory Instrument w/ Box
Located in San Francisco, CA
C. 19th century Brewer Freres, Paris laboratory instrument w/ box. Mohr Balance Areothermique
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19th Century Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood

Paris Laboratory Instrument w/ Box
Paris Laboratory Instrument w/ Box

Paris Laboratory Instrument w/ Box

H 4 in W 11.5 in D 6 in
Ernst Leitz Brass Laboratory Microscope
Located in Culver City, CA
Solid brass scope
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19th Century German Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Brass

Ernst Leitz Brass Laboratory Microscope
Ernst Leitz Brass Laboratory Microscope

Ernst Leitz Brass Laboratory Microscope

H 14 in W 7 in D 6 in
French Laboratory Magnifying Mahogany Table Mirror
By J. Duboscq, Paris 1
Located in Essex, MA
A large and beautifully made French laboratory scientific mirror in mahogany and brass, signed by
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19th Century French Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Brass

French Laboratory Magnifying Mahogany Table Mirror
French Laboratory Magnifying Mahogany Table Mirror

French Laboratory Magnifying Mahogany Table Mirror

H 24 in W 15.38 in D 9.25 in
Marble Laboratory Table, France, circa 1920
Located in Culver City, CA
Marble laboratory table, France, circa 1920. An incredible marble slab sits on an industrial
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1920s French Industrial Antique Laboratory Furniture

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Marble, Iron

Marble Laboratory Table, France, circa 1920
Marble Laboratory Table, France, circa 1920

Marble Laboratory Table, France, circa 1920

H 32 in W 63.75 in L 32 in
Late 19th Century Oak Laboratory Cabinet
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A late C19th oak laboratory cabinet with original cylinder glass. England c.1900.
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Early 20th Century English Antique Laboratory Furniture

Late 19th Century Oak Laboratory Cabinet
Late 19th Century Oak Laboratory Cabinet

Late 19th Century Oak Laboratory Cabinet

H 90.16 in W 79.93 in D 13 in
Mid-Century Heavy Porcelain Crucible Laboratory Bowl
Located in Hook, Hampshire
Mid-century heavy porcelain crucible laboratory bowl Mid-century heavy porcelain crucible
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Late 19th Century Czech Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Mid-Century Heavy Porcelain Crucible Laboratory Bowl
Mid-Century Heavy Porcelain Crucible Laboratory Bowl

Mid-Century Heavy Porcelain Crucible Laboratory Bowl

H 3.15 in W 7.09 in D 8.27 in
Vintage Safety Gas Can, circa 1940
By Underwriters Laboratories
Located in San Francisco, CA
preserve the paint and for a clean finish. Creator: Underwriter's Laboratories Inc. Date of manufacture
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Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Metal

Vintage Safety Gas Can, circa 1940
Vintage Safety Gas Can, circa 1940

Vintage Safety Gas Can, circa 1940

H 12 in W 7.25 in D 8 in
Vintage Safety Gas Can, circa 1940
By Underwriters Laboratories
Located in San Francisco, CA
preserve the paint and for a clean finish. Creator: Underwriter's Laboratories Inc. Date of manufacture
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Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Metal

Vintage Safety Gas Can, circa 1940
Vintage Safety Gas Can, circa 1940

Vintage Safety Gas Can, circa 1940

H 12 in W 7.25 in D 8 in
Antique Laboratory Cabinet, English, Oak, Bookcase, Cocktail Cupboard, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique laboratory cabinet. An English, light oak two door bookcase, dating to the
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique Laboratory Cabinet, English, Oak, Bookcase, Cocktail Cupboard, Edwardian
Antique Laboratory Cabinet, English, Oak, Bookcase, Cocktail Cupboard, Edwardian

Antique Laboratory Cabinet, English, Oak, Bookcase, Cocktail Cupboard, Edwardian

H 32.68 in W 41.93 in D 15.75 in
French Laboratory Magnifying Glass on Cast Iron Adjustable Stand
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Late 19th century French laboratory magnifying glass on cast iron adjustable stand. Excellent
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Late 19th Century French Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Iron

French Laboratory Magnifying Glass on Cast Iron Adjustable Stand
French Laboratory Magnifying Glass on Cast Iron Adjustable Stand

French Laboratory Magnifying Glass on Cast Iron Adjustable Stand

H 16.93 in Dm 4.34 in
Antique Laboratory Microscope, German, Scientific Instrument, Carl Zeiss Jena
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique laboratory microscope. A German, brass and enamelled metal scientific instrument
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Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique Laboratory Microscope, German, Scientific Instrument, Carl Zeiss Jena
Antique Laboratory Microscope, German, Scientific Instrument, Carl Zeiss Jena

Antique Laboratory Microscope, German, Scientific Instrument, Carl Zeiss Jena

H 15.56 in W 8.47 in D 8.27 in
1910 Old Precision Pharmaceutical Scientific Laboratory Scale Baird & Tatlock
Located in Milan, IT
Precision pharmaceutical laboratory scale signed Baird & Tatlock BTL London England from 1910 for
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1910s British Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Brass

1910 Old Precision Pharmaceutical Scientific Laboratory Scale Baird & Tatlock
1910 Old Precision Pharmaceutical Scientific Laboratory Scale Baird & Tatlock

1910 Old Precision Pharmaceutical Scientific Laboratory Scale Baird & Tatlock

H 13.78 in W 14.97 in D 7.88 in
19th Century Belgian Laboratory Table with Villeroy & Boch Tile Top
Located in Mckinney, TX
This 19th-century laboratory table, sourced from Liege University in Belgium, has been reimagined
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Late 19th Century Belgian Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

19th Century Belgian Laboratory Table with Villeroy & Boch Tile Top
19th Century Belgian Laboratory Table with Villeroy & Boch Tile Top

19th Century Belgian Laboratory Table with Villeroy & Boch Tile Top

H 37.38 in W 138.13 in D 29.13 in
Large Cast Iron/Wood Laboratory Test Tube and Beaker Stand c.1930
By Fisher Scientific
Located in San Francisco, CA
laboratory test tube and beaker stand. Holds eight test tube and one beaker. Includes two more clamps to
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Iron

Large Cast Iron/Wood Laboratory Test Tube and Beaker Stand c.1930
Large Cast Iron/Wood Laboratory Test Tube and Beaker Stand c.1930

Large Cast Iron/Wood Laboratory Test Tube and Beaker Stand c.1930

H 36 in W 15 in D 11 in
59 Pieces of Glassware and a Copper Stove from a Scientific Laboratory in Milan
Located in Milan, IT
/ pharmaceutical laboratory operating in the early 1900s and closed in the early 1960s. Dispensers, containers
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Copper

59 Pieces of Glassware and a Copper Stove from a Scientific Laboratory in Milan
59 Pieces of Glassware and a Copper Stove from a Scientific Laboratory in Milan

59 Pieces of Glassware and a Copper Stove from a Scientific Laboratory in Milan

H 4 in Dm 13.5 in
Important 1920s Medical Artist Model
By The Plastic Surgery Laboratories
Located in Peekskill, NY
removable face parts. It's attributed to The Plastic Surgery Laboratories. Every time I look at this display
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Laboratory Furniture

Important 1920s Medical Artist Model
Important 1920s Medical Artist Model

Important 1920s Medical Artist Model

H 9 in W 5 in D 10 in
Antique Water Gilded Carved Mirror from Scotland, circa 1890
Located in Chicago, IL
trained at the Smithsonian Institution's Conservation Analytical Laboratory (CAL) and audited the
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1890s Scottish Art Nouveau Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Giltwood

Antique Water Gilded Carved Mirror from Scotland, circa 1890
Antique Water Gilded Carved Mirror from Scotland, circa 1890

Antique Water Gilded Carved Mirror from Scotland, circa 1890

H 96.75 in W 77.5 in D 6 in
Laboratory Vacuum Pump
Located in London, GB
An early 20th century laboratory vacuum pump, with glass bell jar.
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Early 20th Century English Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Brass

Laboratory Vacuum Pump
Laboratory Vacuum Pump

Laboratory Vacuum Pump

H 14.5 in W 6 in D 16.5 in
Early 20th Century Industrial Laboratory Workbench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Early 20th century, Industrial, chemistry, laboratory workbench with concrete top, maple base and
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Concrete

Early 20th Century Industrial Laboratory Workbench
Early 20th Century Industrial Laboratory Workbench

Early 20th Century Industrial Laboratory Workbench

H 31.5 in W 60 in D 25 in
Early 20th Century Industrial Laboratory Culturing Lamp
By W.H. Curtin & Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Industrial, early 20th century, cast metal and brass, laboratory, culturing lamp by W. H. Curtin
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Early 20th Century Industrial Laboratory Culturing Lamp
Early 20th Century Industrial Laboratory Culturing Lamp

Early 20th Century Industrial Laboratory Culturing Lamp

H 20 in W 7.5 in D 13 in
Victorian English Laboratory Stool in Oak, circa 1890
Located in Faversham, GB
Victorian English laboratory stool in oak. With handle to centre of seat top. Very sturdy with
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Oak

Victorian English Laboratory Stool in Oak, circa 1890
Victorian English Laboratory Stool in Oak, circa 1890

Victorian English Laboratory Stool in Oak, circa 1890

H 29.14 in W 14.97 in D 11.82 in
Enameled Stone Top Laboratory Table, France circa 1900
Located in Culver City, CA
Enamelled stone top on worn metal base. Measures: 59" W x 24” D x 35.5” H.   
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Early 20th Century French Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Stone, Metal

Enameled Stone Top Laboratory Table, France circa 1900
Enameled Stone Top Laboratory Table, France circa 1900

Enameled Stone Top Laboratory Table, France circa 1900

H 35.5 in W 59 in D 24 in
1920s Laboratory Light / Desk Lamp by O.C. White (signed)
By O.C. White
Located in Brooklyn, NY
All original laboratory lamp by OC White circa 1930, signed. Classic industrial aesthetic rendered
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Iron, Steel

1920s Laboratory Light / Desk Lamp by O.C. White (signed)
1920s Laboratory Light / Desk Lamp by O.C. White (signed)

1920s Laboratory Light / Desk Lamp by O.C. White (signed)

H 15 in W 12.5 in D 5 in
Important 1920s Medical Artist Model
By The Plastic Surgery Laboratories
Located in Peekskill, NY
signed The Plastic Surgery Laboratories. Every time I look at this display I can't help but think it
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Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Metal

Important 1920s Medical Artist Model
Important 1920s Medical Artist Model

Important 1920s Medical Artist Model

H 5 in W 5 in D 10 in
Important 1920s Medical Artist Model
By The Plastic Surgery Laboratories
Located in Peekskill, NY
removable face parts. It's attributed to The Plastic Surgery Laboratories. Every time I look at this display
Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Laboratory Furniture

Important 1920s Medical Artist Model
Important 1920s Medical Artist Model

Important 1920s Medical Artist Model

H 9 in W 5 in D 10 in
Oak Laboratory Cabinet
Located in Aurora, OR
A fantastic early 20th-century laboratory storage cabinet in great condition, this piece is great
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Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Oak

Oak Laboratory Cabinet
Oak Laboratory Cabinet

Oak Laboratory Cabinet

H 84 in W 66 in D 18.5 in
Very Long Laboratory Console
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Long laboratory console with glass top. Top is ebonized under the glass.
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Early 20th Century American Antique Laboratory Furniture

Very Long Laboratory Console
Very Long Laboratory Console

Very Long Laboratory Console

H 31.5 in W 106 in D 18 in
Industrial Laboratory Stand Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Industrial table lamp made using salvaged items from an American science laboratory
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Laboratory Furniture

Industrial Laboratory Stand Lamp
Industrial Laboratory Stand Lamp

Industrial Laboratory Stand Lamp

H 18.25 in W 5 in D 9.5 in
5 laboratory hanging lamps
Located in Paris, FR
a nice set of 5 opaline French laboratory hanging lamps circa 1900 Diam = 35 cm / H = 50 cm
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Early 20th Century French Antique Laboratory Furniture

5 laboratory hanging lamps
5 laboratory hanging lamps

5 laboratory hanging lamps

H 19.69 in Dm 13.78 in
Laboratory Beaker on Stand
Located in San Francisco, CA
Blown glass beaker on plated cast iron stand. Sold individually.
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Early 20th Century Belgian Antique Laboratory Furniture

Laboratory Beaker on Stand
Laboratory Beaker on Stand

Laboratory Beaker on Stand

H 33 in W 6.5 in D 13 in
Antique French Oak Laboratory Breakfront
Located in Chicago, IL
antique breakfront. salvaged from a french laboratory. oak. glass pane sliding doors.
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Early 20th Century French Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood

Antique French Oak Laboratory Breakfront
Antique French Oak Laboratory Breakfront

Antique French Oak Laboratory Breakfront

H 103.5 in W 86.75 in D 24.5 in
Two Early 20th Century Laboratory Tables
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Oak with tray covered with faience tiles. Five drawers on each table sides (ten per table). The drawers are painted with numbers. Time patina on the legs. Some tiles uprisings on ...
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Early 20th Century French Antique Laboratory Furniture

Two Early 20th Century Laboratory Tables
Two Early 20th Century Laboratory Tables

Two Early 20th Century Laboratory Tables

H 33.47 in W 106.3 in D 23.63 in
Antique Laboratory Scale with Set of Counterweights and Skull
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful wood and glass laboratory scale—fully functional—with a small monkey skull, 3
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19th Century British Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique Laboratory Scale with Set of Counterweights and Skull
Antique Laboratory Scale with Set of Counterweights and Skull

Antique Laboratory Scale with Set of Counterweights and Skull

H 16 in W 18 in D 9 in
1920s American Double Sided Science Laboratory Table with Swivel Stools
Located in Chicago, IL
1920s American double sided science laboratory table with swivel stools.
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1920s American Schoolhouse Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Iron

1920s American Double Sided Science Laboratory Table with Swivel Stools
1920s American Double Sided Science Laboratory Table with Swivel Stools

1920s American Double Sided Science Laboratory Table with Swivel Stools

H 32 in W 59.75 in D 41.75 in
Large Apothecary Laboratory Cotton Wool Jar, Container Very Decorative
Located in Achterveld, NL
Large antique Apothecary cotton wool jar, container very decorative. Beautiful to display a collection of all sorts. Around the edges there are several little chips.
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1920s Art Deco Antique Laboratory Furniture

Materials

Glass

Large Apothecary Laboratory Cotton Wool Jar, Container Very Decorative
Large Apothecary Laboratory Cotton Wool Jar, Container Very Decorative

Large Apothecary Laboratory Cotton Wool Jar, Container Very Decorative

H 7.88 in Dm 8.67 in
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  • How do I know if my furniture is antique?
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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.
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    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.
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    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.
  • How do I identify my antique furniture?
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    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.
  • What makes furniture an antique?
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    1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

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

  • How can I tell who made my antique furniture?
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    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.
  • How can you tell antique furniture from reproduction?
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    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.
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    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
  • How can I tell if my Chinese furniture is antique?
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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.

  • How can I tell how old my antique furniture is?
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    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.
  • How can I tell what my antique furniture is worth?
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    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.
  • How do you identify antique Chinese furniture?
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    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.

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  • How old is furniture called antique?
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    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.
  • Is antique furniture worth anything?
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    Antique furniture can be worth quite a lot, particularly if it is in good quality. The rarer the piece, the higher the value.
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    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.
  • How do I date antique furniture from the UK?
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    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.
  • How do I know if my antique furniture is valuable?
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    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.
  • How old must furniture be to be considered antique?
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    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.
  • What’s the difference between vintage and antique furniture?
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    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.

  • How do you tell the difference between antique and reproduction furniture?
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    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.