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How do you identify birch furniture?
To identify birch furniture, look at pictures of items made from the hardwood shared on trusted online resources to become familiar with its visual characteristics. When taken from the outermost layers of trees, birch wood tends to have a whitish or cream-colored appearance, while the inner heartwood appears reddish brown. Birch wood also has a distinctive grain pattern with straight or faintly wavy lines marked by small pores. You can also research your furniture maker to determine if its artisans are known for working with birch. If you'd like an expert opinion on what materials were used to craft your furniture, a certified appraiser or other expert can assist you. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of birch wood furniture.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
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South German Biedermeier Secretary in Walnut, circa 1825
Located in Darmstadt, DE
This South German Biedermeier secretary from around 1825 displays a particularly striking walnut veneer with strong, mirrored patterns across the entire front. The warm, expressive g...
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Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Secretaires

Materials

Brass

Papillion 100% Pure Linen Slip Covered Wing Back Style Chair
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing the Papillion Linen Wing Chair, a stunning piece that combines elegance and comfort. This chair is crafted with flax natural linen fabric, giving it a sleek and organic m...
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21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Linen, Wood, Birch

Early Paavo Tynell Pendant 1373 in Brass, Birch Opaline Glass, Taito 1930s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful early example of Paavo Tynell’s 1930s lighting design, model 1373/5. A decorative piece with a dark stained birch ball in the center, five gracefully curved cast brass ar...
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Brutalist Stump Chair in Solid Wood Lambswool Seat, Swedish Mid Century, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
This sculptural Swedish 'Kubbstol' (Stump Chair) is carved from a single, massive birch trunk—an iconic example of traditional Scandinavian craftsmanship from the mid-20th century. T...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Wool, Birch

Johannes Andersen Made by Uldum Møbler, Denmark. Set of Eight Dining Chairs
Located in London, GB
Johannes Andersen made by Uldum Møbler, Denmark Set of eight dining chairs with a sculptural style about them, consisting of six dining chairs and two original armchairs. The armchai...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Birch

1940s Swedish Stained Flame Birch Sideboard
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
1940s Swedish Stained Flame Birch Sideboard, Early Mid-Century Beautiful swedish cupboard which has just been re-finished in our workshop. 1 piece.  Stepped top with a carved edge ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Birch

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