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How old must furniture be to be considered antique?

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How old must furniture be to be considered antique?
To be considered antique, furniture must usually be at least 100 years old. Contemporary is the name for furniture produced within the last 20 years. Vintage furniture is at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
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Office Chair, International Style Leather Office Chair
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Darwin added wheels to the office chair in 19th century. In the 1970s ergonomics was added to design criteria. Today, it is the key element for whom spends long hours in the office. ...
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2010s Turkish International Style Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Office Chair, International Style Leather Office Chair
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Darwin added wheels to the office chair in 19th century. In the 1970s ergonomics was added to design criteria. Today, it is the key element for whom spends long hours in the office...
Category

2010s Turkish International Style Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

White Surfer Bookcase, Bookshelves, Design object
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
"Add a Touch of Contemporary Artistry to Your Space with the White Surfer Bookcase Bookshelves Design Object Elevate your interior decor with the White...
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2010s Turkish Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Office Chair, International Style Wooden Office Chair
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Darwin added wheels to the office chair in 19th century. In the 1970s ergonomics was added to design criteria. Today, it is the key element for whom sp...
Category

2010s Turkish International Style Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak, Walnut

A Beautiful French Leather Chair, Normandy Model, Circa 1910’s
Located in Hastings, GB
A Beautiful French Leather Club Chair Normandy Model Circa 1910 This is a great looking chair, who’s the leather has been beautifully preserved. The colour is best described as deep...
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Early 20th Century French Arts and Crafts Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

French Industrial Pendant Light by Sammode, Green Enamel Iron, 42\"
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Rare French factory pendant by Sammode, France Green enamel and cast iron Clear round glass Weight: 6.50 kg / 14.3 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable...
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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Enamel, Iron

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