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Antique Woven Back British Colonial Plantation Tea Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Woven Back British Colonial Plantation Tea Chair This late 19th Century antique British
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English British Colonial Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Antique Woven Back British Colonial Plantation Tea Chair
Antique Woven Back British Colonial Plantation Tea Chair

Antique Woven Back British Colonial Plantation Tea Chair

H 35 in W 24 in D 40 in
Antique Paddle Arm British Colonial Plantation Lounge Chair
Located in Peabody, MA
An original antique Anglo-Indian long paddle arm plantation lounge chair in solid teak circa late
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Anglo-Indian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Antique Paddle Arm British Colonial Plantation Lounge Chair
Antique Paddle Arm British Colonial Plantation Lounge Chair

Antique Paddle Arm British Colonial Plantation Lounge Chair

H 34.5 in W 28.75 in D 51.5 in
Antique Federal Period Maple Plantation Secretary c. 1830
Located in Westfield, MA
This Federal period plantation secretary, crafted in solid maple, dates to circa 1830 and reflects
Category

Antique 1830s American Sheraton Desks

Materials

Maple

Antique Federal Period Maple Plantation Secretary c. 1830
Antique Federal Period Maple Plantation Secretary c. 1830

Antique Federal Period Maple Plantation Secretary c. 1830

H 62 in W 39 in D 20 in
Large Antique Paint Decorated Habersham Plantation Trumeau Wall Mirror
By Habersham
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Habersham Plantation trumeau mirror with an antique appearance. The mirror dates to the 1990s era and
Category

1990s Unknown Louis XV Trumeau Mirrors

Materials

Pine

Large Antique Paint Decorated Habersham Plantation Trumeau Wall Mirror
Large Antique Paint Decorated Habersham Plantation Trumeau Wall Mirror

Large Antique Paint Decorated Habersham Plantation Trumeau Wall Mirror

H 62 in W 45.75 in D 2.25 in
Antique Early American 19th Century Pine Plantation Desk
Located in Forney, TX
An early American 19th century pine plantation desk with nicely aged patina. Born in the Mid
Category

Antique 19th Century American Rustic Desks

Materials

Pine

Antique Early American 19th Century Pine Plantation Desk
Antique Early American 19th Century Pine Plantation Desk

Antique Early American 19th Century Pine Plantation Desk

H 74 in W 32 in D 29.5 in
Distressed Antique Persian Tabriz Rug with Rustic Plantation Style
Located in Dallas, TX
60854 Distressed Antique Persian Tabriz rug with Rustic Plantation style. Emanating sophistication
Category

Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Distressed Antique Persian Tabriz Rug with Rustic Plantation Style
Distressed Antique Persian Tabriz Rug with Rustic Plantation Style

Distressed Antique Persian Tabriz Rug with Rustic Plantation Style

W 102 in L 161 in
Pair of Antique Padauk & Mother of Pearl Reclined Plantation Armchairs & Table
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
and decorative pair of antique Chinese armchairs and side table, I have never seen Chinese furniture
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture

Materials

Padouk

Pair of Antique Padauk & Mother of Pearl Reclined Plantation Armchairs & Table
Pair of Antique Padauk & Mother of Pearl Reclined Plantation Armchairs & Table

Pair of Antique Padauk & Mother of Pearl Reclined Plantation Armchairs & Table

H 34.26 in W 22.45 in D 39.38 in
Antique Indonesian Reclining Plantation Chair with Bamboo Slats and Carved Décor
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Indonesian reclining plantation lounge chair with bamboo slats and carved motifs
Category

Early 20th Century Indonesian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Wood

Antique Indonesian Reclining Plantation Chair with Bamboo Slats and Carved Décor
Antique Indonesian Reclining Plantation Chair with Bamboo Slats and Carved Décor

Antique Indonesian Reclining Plantation Chair with Bamboo Slats and Carved Décor

H 34 in W 24 in D 65.5 in
Antique British Colonial Anglo Indian Teak Split Reed Rattan Plantation Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
Early 20th century British Colonial Anglo Indian plantation chair. Made from teak in mortise and
Category

Early 20th Century British Colonial Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Antique British Colonial Anglo Indian Teak Split Reed Rattan Plantation Chair
Antique British Colonial Anglo Indian Teak Split Reed Rattan Plantation Chair

Antique British Colonial Anglo Indian Teak Split Reed Rattan Plantation Chair

H 36.5 in W 36 in D 23 in
Antique Early American 19th C Plantation Desk Secretary Bookcase Hutch Cupboard
Located in Dayton, OH
An exquisite Early American Plantation, clerk or mail Desk, Circa mid 19th C.. This exceptional 2
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Colonial Secretaires

Materials

Glass, Hardwood

Antique Early American 19th C Plantation Desk Secretary Bookcase Hutch Cupboard
Antique Early American 19th C Plantation Desk Secretary Bookcase Hutch Cupboard

Antique Early American 19th C Plantation Desk Secretary Bookcase Hutch Cupboard

H 82 in W 38 in D 22.5 in
Antique Map of Martinique, Showing Roads, Houses, Sugar Plantations, etc. c.1750
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Carte de l'Isle de la Martinique'. Detailed map of Martinique. Shows hilly
Category

Antique 18th Century Maps

Materials

Paper

Antique Map of Martinique, Showing Roads, Houses, Sugar Plantations, etc. c.1750
Antique Map of Martinique, Showing Roads, Houses, Sugar Plantations, etc. c.1750

Antique Map of Martinique, Showing Roads, Houses, Sugar Plantations, etc. c.1750

H 25.79 in W 20.67 in D 0 in
Antique Plantation Desk
Located in Cloverdale, IN
Uniques Sheraton styled plantation desk with folding top, when extended reveals a hideaway
Category

Antique Late 18th Century American Sheraton Desks

Materials

Maple

Antique Plantation Desk
Antique Plantation Desk

Antique Plantation Desk

H 40.5 in W 33 in D 22.5 in
Antique 19th Century Walnut Shenandoah Valley Moravian Plantation / Postal Desk
Located in Charlotte, NC
An antique 19th Century American plantation / postal desk, handcrafted by Moravian craftsmen in the
Category

Antique 19th Century American American Craftsman Secretaires

Materials

Walnut

Antique 19th Century Walnut Shenandoah Valley Moravian Plantation / Postal Desk
Antique 19th Century Walnut Shenandoah Valley Moravian Plantation / Postal Desk

Antique 19th Century Walnut Shenandoah Valley Moravian Plantation / Postal Desk

H 57.5 in W 38 in D 22.5 in
Pair of Antique Plantation Chairs
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Standout pair of antique British colonial planters chairs crafted with mahogany in an unusual
Category

Early 20th Century Caribbean British Colonial Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Mahogany

Pair of Antique Plantation Chairs
Pair of Antique Plantation Chairs

Pair of Antique Plantation Chairs

H 41 in W 27 in D 48 in
Antique 19th Century Colonial Plantation Chair
Located in Hastings, GB
Antique 19th century colonial plantation chair A beautiful and comfortably contoured antique
Category

Antique 19th Century Asian Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Antique 19th Century Colonial Plantation Chair
Antique 19th Century Colonial Plantation Chair

Antique 19th Century Colonial Plantation Chair

H 34.45 in W 25.2 in L 34.45 in
British Colonial Antique Child's Campaign Plantation Chair
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Rare and unusual well formed British Colonial, antique child's campaign plantation or planters
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Antique 19th Century English British Colonial Children's Furniture

British Colonial Antique Child's Campaign Plantation Chair
British Colonial Antique Child's Campaign Plantation Chair

British Colonial Antique Child's Campaign Plantation Chair

H 25 in W 18 in D 29 in
Antique British Colonial Plantation Chair with Book Stand
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Rare and remarkable 19th Century English colonial plantation chair handcrafted in mahogany in
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English British Colonial Chairs

Materials

Brass

Antique British Colonial Plantation Chair with Book Stand
Antique British Colonial Plantation Chair with Book Stand

Antique British Colonial Plantation Chair with Book Stand

H 35 in W 24 in D 43 in
Antique British Colonial Caned Plantation Chair and Ottoman
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Antique British colonial plantation chair and ottoman hand crafted in mahogany with a pegged
Category

Early 20th Century Indonesian British Colonial Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cane, Mahogany

Antique British Colonial Caned Plantation Chair and Ottoman
Antique British Colonial Caned Plantation Chair and Ottoman

Antique British Colonial Caned Plantation Chair and Ottoman

H 39 in W 32 in D 46 in
Great Pair of Antique English Original Paint Plantation Shutters
Located in Chicago, IL
With their time-worn green paint, this incredible pair of antique English plantation style shutters
Category

Antique 19th Century English Windows

Great Pair of Antique English Original Paint Plantation Shutters
Great Pair of Antique English Original Paint Plantation Shutters

Great Pair of Antique English Original Paint Plantation Shutters

H 60.25 in W 16.25 in D 1 in
Rare Pair Of Antique Anglo-Indian Bone Inlaid Plantation Chairs
Located in New York, NY
A rare pair of capacious antique rosewood plantation armchairs from Mussorrie, Northern India, with
Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rosewood, Bone, Ebony

Rare Pair Of Antique Anglo-Indian Bone Inlaid Plantation Chairs
Rare Pair Of Antique Anglo-Indian Bone Inlaid Plantation Chairs

Rare Pair Of Antique Anglo-Indian Bone Inlaid Plantation Chairs

H 35.5 in D 48.5 in
Antique Plantation Chair, Teak, Bergere, Steamer Deck, Garden Lounger, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique plantation chair. An English, solid teak and bergere cane steamer-deck armchair
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Cane, Teak

Antique Plantation Chair, Teak, Bergere, Steamer Deck, Garden Lounger, Edwardian
Antique Plantation Chair, Teak, Bergere, Steamer Deck, Garden Lounger, Edwardian

Antique Plantation Chair, Teak, Bergere, Steamer Deck, Garden Lounger, Edwardian

H 32.68 in W 25.4 in D 57.68 in
Primitive Antique Solid Walnut Plantation Desk Stepback Cabinet Hutch Bookcase
Located in Dayton, OH
Primitive antique solid walnut plantation desk stepback cabinet hutch bookcase Late 19th century
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Mission Secretaires

Materials

Walnut

Primitive Antique Solid Walnut Plantation Desk Stepback Cabinet Hutch Bookcase
Primitive Antique Solid Walnut Plantation Desk Stepback Cabinet Hutch Bookcase

Primitive Antique Solid Walnut Plantation Desk Stepback Cabinet Hutch Bookcase

H 81 in W 37.5 in D 24 in
Antique English Baroque Heavily Foliate Carved Slant-Front Plantation Desk
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique English Baroque plantation desk offers heavily carved oak construction with backsplash
Category

20th Century English Baroque Desks

Materials

Oak

Antique English Baroque Heavily Foliate Carved Slant-Front Plantation Desk
Antique English Baroque Heavily Foliate Carved Slant-Front Plantation Desk

Antique English Baroque Heavily Foliate Carved Slant-Front Plantation Desk

H 47.5 in W 36 in D 26 in
Pair of Brown Antiqued Leather Plantation or Campeche Chairs with Ottoman
By Maitland Smith
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a 3 piece set including two large plantation chairs and a matching sharable ottoman. The
Category

Early 2000s Unknown British Colonial Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Pair of Brown Antiqued Leather Plantation or Campeche Chairs with Ottoman
Pair of Brown Antiqued Leather Plantation or Campeche Chairs with Ottoman

Pair of Brown Antiqued Leather Plantation or Campeche Chairs with Ottoman

H 34 in W 30 in D 40 in
Antique British Colonial Anglo Indian Teak Extendable Arm Caned Plantation Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
20th century British Colonial Anglo Indian plantation chair. Made from teak in mortise and tenon
Category

20th Century Anglo-Indian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Antique British Colonial Anglo Indian Teak Extendable Arm Caned Plantation Chair
Antique British Colonial Anglo Indian Teak Extendable Arm Caned Plantation Chair

Antique British Colonial Anglo Indian Teak Extendable Arm Caned Plantation Chair

H 38.5 in W 37 in D 33 in
Antique Early American 19th C Plantation Writing Desk Secretary Cabinet Cupboard
Located in Dayton, OH
A beautiful plantation or secretary desk featuring primitive styling with upper cabinet or bookcase
Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Poplar, Walnut

Antique Early American 19th C Plantation Writing Desk Secretary Cabinet Cupboard
Antique Early American 19th C Plantation Writing Desk Secretary Cabinet Cupboard

Antique Early American 19th C Plantation Writing Desk Secretary Cabinet Cupboard

H 70 in W 45 in D 28.5 in
Antique Dutch Colonial Plantation Lounge Chair with Woven Rattan Seat and Back
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Dutch Colonial antique Indonesian wooden plantation lounge chair with curving seat and woven
Category

Early 20th Century Indonesian Dutch Colonial Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Antique Dutch Colonial Plantation Lounge Chair with Woven Rattan Seat and Back
Antique Dutch Colonial Plantation Lounge Chair with Woven Rattan Seat and Back

Antique Dutch Colonial Plantation Lounge Chair with Woven Rattan Seat and Back

H 35 in W 24 in L 35 in
Antique Mahogany Plantation Chair
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Antique mahogany planters or plantation chair with caned seat and back. Having well chosen wood
Category

Antique 19th Century English British Colonial Lounge Chairs

Antique Mahogany Plantation Chair
Antique Mahogany Plantation Chair

Antique Mahogany Plantation Chair

H 34.5 in W 28.5 in D 47 in
Antique Mahogany Caned Plantation Chair
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Antique British Colonial mahogany plantation or planters chair with caned seat and back. Featuring
Category

20th Century English British Colonial Lounge Chairs

Antique Mahogany Caned Plantation Chair
Antique Mahogany Caned Plantation Chair

Antique Mahogany Caned Plantation Chair

H 36 in W 29 in D 52 in
Pair of Antique Anglo-Indian Plantation Chairs
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Refined pair of Anglo-Indian British Colonial plantation chairs handcrafted with mahogany featuring
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Indian British Colonial Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany, Cane

Pair of Antique Anglo-Indian Plantation Chairs
Pair of Antique Anglo-Indian Plantation Chairs

Pair of Antique Anglo-Indian Plantation Chairs

H 42.5 in W 29.5 in D 38 in
Antique Paddle Arm British Colonial Plantation Lounge Chair
Located in Peabody, MA
Antique Anglo-Indian long paddle arm plantation lounge chair, circa late 19th century. Retains its
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Indian British Colonial Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Antique Paddle Arm British Colonial Plantation Lounge Chair
Antique Paddle Arm British Colonial Plantation Lounge Chair

Antique Paddle Arm British Colonial Plantation Lounge Chair

H 32.75 in W 31.5 in D 47.25 in
Antique American 19th Century Painted Clerks Plantation Desk
Located in Richmond, Surrey
American primitive 19th century green painted clerks desk, possibly a plantation desk, circa 1880
Category

Antique 1870s American Primitive Desks

Materials

Pine

Antique American 19th Century Painted Clerks Plantation Desk
Antique American 19th Century Painted Clerks Plantation Desk

Antique American 19th Century Painted Clerks Plantation Desk

H 44.1 in W 36.62 in D 30.71 in
Antique British Colonial Anglo Indian Teak Distressed Plantation Armchair
Located in Dayton, OH
Early 20th century British Colonial Anglo Indian plantation chair. Made from teak in mortise and
Category

Early 20th Century British Colonial Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Antique British Colonial Anglo Indian Teak Distressed Plantation Armchair
Antique British Colonial Anglo Indian Teak Distressed Plantation Armchair

Antique British Colonial Anglo Indian Teak Distressed Plantation Armchair

H 37 in W 42 in D 25 in
Antique Colonial Plantation Chair with Rattan Seat, Late 19th Century
Located in Uppsala, SE
Antique late 19th century colonial plantation chair with foldable leg rests, rattan seat of later
Category

Antique Late 19th Century East Asian British Colonial Chaise Longues

Materials

Rattan, Mahogany

Antique Colonial Plantation Chair with Rattan Seat, Late 19th Century
Antique Colonial Plantation Chair with Rattan Seat, Late 19th Century

Antique Colonial Plantation Chair with Rattan Seat, Late 19th Century

H 33.86 in W 51.19 in D 32.68 in
Antique Pine Wood American Primitive Flip Storage Work Plantation Desk Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique pine wood American primitive flip storage work plantation desk table. Item features
Category

Antique 19th Century North American Primitive Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Pine

Antique Pine Wood American Primitive Flip Storage Work Plantation Desk Table
Antique Pine Wood American Primitive Flip Storage Work Plantation Desk Table

Antique Pine Wood American Primitive Flip Storage Work Plantation Desk Table

H 35 in W 26 in D 23.5 in
Antique Dutch Colonial Plantation Lounge Chair with Curving Seat and Rattan
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Dutch Colonial Indonesian plantation lounge chair from the early 20th century, with
Category

Early 20th Century Indonesian Dutch Colonial Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Antique Dutch Colonial Plantation Lounge Chair with Curving Seat and Rattan
Antique Dutch Colonial Plantation Lounge Chair with Curving Seat and Rattan

Antique Dutch Colonial Plantation Lounge Chair with Curving Seat and Rattan

H 23.5 in W 22 in D 20 in
Antique Cherry & Tiger Maple New England Sheraton Plantation Desk/Secretary 1820
Located in Portland, OR
Antique cherry and tiger maple New England, Sheraton, plantation desk/secretary, circa 1820. To the
Category

Antique 1820s American Sheraton Desks

Materials

Cherry, Maple

Antique Cherry & Tiger Maple New England Sheraton Plantation Desk/Secretary 1820
Antique Cherry & Tiger Maple New England Sheraton Plantation Desk/Secretary 1820

Antique Cherry & Tiger Maple New England Sheraton Plantation Desk/Secretary 1820

H 44 in W 31 in D 28 in
Pair of British Colonial Leather Plantation Chairs
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Pair of antique British Colonial mahogany plantation chairs upholstered in hand tooled black
Category

Antique 19th Century Indian British Colonial Chairs

Pair of British Colonial Leather Plantation Chairs
Pair of British Colonial Leather Plantation Chairs

Pair of British Colonial Leather Plantation Chairs

H 36 in W 30 in D 42 in
Vintage Plantation Chair, Hardwood Steamer, Recliner, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage plantation chair, a hardwood steamer recliner from the mid-20th century, circa
Category

Mid-20th Century English Anglo Raj Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cane, Hardwood

Vintage Plantation Chair, Hardwood Steamer, Recliner, Mid-Century Modern
Vintage Plantation Chair, Hardwood Steamer, Recliner, Mid-Century Modern

Vintage Plantation Chair, Hardwood Steamer, Recliner, Mid-Century Modern

H 27.17 in W 30.71 in D 44.89 in
antique teakwood plantation chair
Located in Jersey City, NJ
fabulous plantation chair with elegant lines
Category

Early 20th Century Indian Chaise Longues

antique teakwood plantation chair
antique teakwood plantation chair

antique teakwood plantation chair

H 36 in W 59 in
antique plantation chair in teakwood
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Anglo-raj plantation style teakwood bench with caning in basket weave.The slope in the back is at a
Category

Early 20th Century Lounge Chairs

antique plantation chair in teakwood
antique plantation chair in teakwood

antique plantation chair in teakwood

H 36 in W 24 in D 35 in
Antique Plantation Chair Planters Chair, Dutch, Early 20th Century, 1920
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
A magnificent early 20th century antique Tea Planters or Plantation hardwood armchair with Dutch
Category

Vintage 1910s Dutch Dutch Colonial Lounge Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Antique Plantation Chair Planters Chair, Dutch, Early 20th Century, 1920
Antique Plantation Chair Planters Chair, Dutch, Early 20th Century, 1920

Antique Plantation Chair Planters Chair, Dutch, Early 20th Century, 1920

H 39 in W 25 in D 40 in
Plantation Chair Planters Armchair Bergere
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
A contoured antique ‘Planters’ plantation chair with permanently extending arm/leg rests, caning to
Category

20th Century Bergere Chairs

Plantation Chair Planters Armchair Bergere
Plantation Chair Planters Armchair Bergere

Plantation Chair Planters Armchair Bergere

H 38 in W 30 in D 48 in
Plantation Chair Planters Armchair Bergere
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
A contoured antique style ‘Planters’ plantation chair with permanently extending arm/leg rests
Category

20th Century Lounge Chairs

Plantation Chair Planters Armchair Bergere
Plantation Chair Planters Armchair Bergere

Plantation Chair Planters Armchair Bergere

H 35 in W 29 in D 48 in
Plantation Chair Planters Armchair Bergere
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
A contoured antique ‘planters’ plantation chair with permanently extending arm and leg rests
Category

20th Century Bergere Chairs

Plantation Chair Planters Armchair Bergere
Plantation Chair Planters Armchair Bergere

Plantation Chair Planters Armchair Bergere

H 32 in W 25 in D 44 in
Indian Mahogany Plantation Chair Planters Armchair
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
A beautiful and comfortably contoured antique Mahogany ‘Planters’ plantation chair with permanently
Category

20th Century Bergere Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Indian Mahogany Plantation Chair Planters Armchair
Indian Mahogany Plantation Chair Planters Armchair

Indian Mahogany Plantation Chair Planters Armchair

H 36 in W 27 in D 53 in
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Antique Plantation Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of antique plantation furniture on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, natural fiber and hardwood, every piece of antique plantation furniture was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. An item from our selection of antique plantation furniture is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Baroque styles are sought with frequency.

How Much is a Antique Plantation Furniture?

Prices for a piece of antique plantation furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $650 and can go as high as $10,999, while the average can fetch as much as $2,118.
Questions About Antique Plantation Furniture
  • 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.
  • What antique furniture is popular?
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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.
  • Is antique furniture in style?
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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?
    1 Answer
    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?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

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

  • How do you identify antique Chinese furniture?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • 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.
  • How can I tell if my Chinese furniture is antique?
    1 Answer
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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?
    1 Answer
    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?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What is the best finish for antique furniture?
    1 Answer
    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 who made my antique furniture?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Is antique furniture worth anything?
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    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.
  • Is antique furniture making a comeback?
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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 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.
  • 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 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.