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Antique ca 1700 Japanese Porcelain Arita Plate Wucai style Wanli Marked Shou Lao
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
. Dating to circa 1700. A Japanese version of a Wanli classic dish.
Condition
FIlled chips to rim and
Category
Early 18th Century Japanese 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Large 18th c. Wooden Jointer Plane c.1700-1799
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
Antique wooden carpentry plane used to make trim and moldings. Shown with life size hand mold for scale.
CREATOR Unknown.
DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1700s.
MATERIA...
Category
18th Century Industrial 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
Spanish Wallnut cabinet ca. 1700
Located in MILL, NL
Particularly beautiful robust cabinet. Entirely in solid walnut. 4 doors with good working lock.
Origin: Northern Spain / Southern France
Period: Late 17th / Early 18th century
Int...
Category
Early 18th Century Spanish 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Antique Print of Serapis, a Graeco-Egyptian Deity, c.1700
Located in Langweer, NL
toning. Minor wear, blank verso. Please study image carefully.
Date: c.1700
Overall size: 21 x 32 cm
Category
18th Century 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper
Solor Island View, Indonesian Harbor Engraving, French Voyage Plate c.1700
Located in Langweer, NL
Solor Island View, Indonesian Harbor Engraving, French Voyage Plate c.1700
Description:
This
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Early 18th Century French 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper
Antique Important Rich Gilded Wooden Console Mirror, Naples,
Italy
, 1700
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Ancient and important gilded console, composed of, gilded wooden mirror, with very rich sculptures, and marble console top with carved and gilded legs. Coming from an important histo...
Category
18th Century Italian Baroque 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
$14,201 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of 7 mulberry decorated figural Delft faience tiles, c. 1680-1700
Located in Kenilworth, IL
tiles are clearly by the same hand.
Holland, circa 1680-1700.
Dimensions: 5" L x 5" W
Category
18th Century Dutch 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Faience
17th Century William and Mary Olive Oyster Table, Circa 1680-1700
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A Fine and Rare 17th Century William and Mary Olive Oyster Table
Circa 1680-1700 – England
This
Category
17th Century English William and Mary 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
Crucifix on Calvary, Plague of Christ or Plague Crucifix. France, circa 1700.
Located in Milan, IT
Crucifix on Calvary, called 'Pestis Christi' or Crucifiix Pestis 'Plague of Christ' or Plague Crucifix). The sculpture is composite, made with heterogeneous materials: wax, wood, pap...
Category
Early 18th Century French 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique Gloucestershire Map, Atlas, English, Robert Morden, Cartography, C.1700
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique county map of Gloucestershire with atlas folio. An English, framed engraving of cartographic interest By Robert Morden, dating to the late 17th century and later.
...
Category
Early 18th Century British Queen Anne 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Glass, Paper
circa 1700 Rare Set of 2 Small Wrought Iron Gates
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
To discover a pair of gates this small is a rarity. At more than 300 years old, they are a beautiful example of early ironwork and craftsmanship, intricately handmade with delicate s...
Category
Late 17th Century English Georgian 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Original Antique Engraving of the Eastern Hemisphere, c.1700
Located in Langweer, NL
: c.1700
Overall size: 21.5 x 27 cm.
Image size: 18.5 x 23.7 cm.
We sell original antique maps to
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17th Century 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper
$871 Sale Price
20% Off
Very rare Antique Ca 1700 Japanese Porcelain Grisaille Decorated Teapot
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated teapot. Unique decoration. Hard to find. We have an example in our private collection and this is the third one we have seen in 10 years.
Condition
chip to s...
Category
18th Century Japanese Edo 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$790 Sale Price
53% Off
Hispano Moresque Lustreware Large Dish - ca 1700, Manises, Valencia
By De Witte Ster
Located in DELFT, NL
17th century Hispano-Moresque lusterware bowl or charger with a central 'Pardelot' bird.
This large dish is an example of the production of one of the most important ceramic centres...
Category
Early 18th Century Spanish Baroque 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Earthenware, Delft, Faience
Antique Entrance Door in Green Lacquered Wood, Ethnic Style, 1700
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique entrance door in green lacquered wood with a very sculpted and deep frame, sculpted with 8 panels by hand with motifs typical of the Asian territory, very charming and decora...
Category
18th Century Central Asian 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
$5,207 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Map of South America by Scherer, c.1700
By Thomas Kitchin
Located in Langweer, NL
incredible level of skill, patience and craftsmanship. Whether you have a house with Victorian furniture or
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18th Century German 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper
Louis XIV Chest of Drawers in Walnut and Briar, 1700
Located in Torino, IT
Louis XIV Chest of Drawers, Original Period in Wood and Walnut Burl With Ebonized Details.
Three and a Half Drawers. Original Key, Locks and Hardware.
Eighteenth Century
Period: E...
Category
18th Century Italian Louis XIV 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Sunda Strait Sea Chart, Sumatra and Java, Dutch Engraving c.1700
Located in Langweer, NL
Sunda Strait Sea Chart, Sumatra and Java, Dutch Engraving c.1700
This engraved sea chart depicts
Category
Early 18th Century Dutch 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper
Latin Manuscript “Tractatus moralis de actibus humanis” – Theology Circa 1700
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Important Latin manuscript in quarto format on moral theology, titled “Tractatus moralis de actibus humanis” – A Moral Treatise on Human Acts.
Written in brown ink on laid paper, pro...
Category
18th Century French Louis XIV 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper, Parchment Paper
Holy Land Map, Terra Promissa or Judaea – Nicolas Sanson, c.1700
Located in Langweer, NL
Holy Land Map, Terra Promissa or Judaea – Nicolas Sanson, c.1700
This antique map depicts the Holy
Category
Early 18th Century German 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper
Italian Baroque Painted Carved Wood Round Table, circa 1700 with Glass Top
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique Italian Baroque style round table. Item features a glass top, a solid hand carved beech tree wood and 8 feet pedestal base, and a desirable distress painted finish. The base ...
Category
Early 18th Century Italian Baroque 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Glass, Beech
2 Antique Glass Wooden Doors, Richly Carved Poplar Panel, 1700, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
in the 1700 for kitchen in Northern Italy.
They also have paneled backs, and are in excellent
Category
18th Century Italian 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Poplar
$2,272 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Chronological Portraits of the Kings of Spain – Large Engraved Suite, Rome 1700
Located in Langweer, NL
Chronological Portraits of the Kings of Spain – Large Engraved Suite, Rome c.1700
This impressive
Category
Early 18th Century Italian 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper
Japanese Edo Period Kannon Stone Buddha/1700-1850/Garden Ornament
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
period (circa 1700-1850).
Kannon Bosatsu is known in Buddhism as a merciful savior who rescues those who
Category
18th Century Japanese Edo 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Stone, Granite
Small Oak Centre Table Circa 1700
Located in Bakewell, GB
C1700 small centre table oak with centre stretcher nice turned legs and 2 piece top all of good colour and patination
Size 68cms long 48deep 70high
Category
Early 18th Century English 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak
Set of 3 Delft faience tiles with architectural landscapes, c. 1700
Located in Kenilworth, IL
.
Netherlands, circa 1700's.
Category
18th Century Dutch 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Faience
Set of 2 Antique Antiphonal Music Sheets
Spanish
, Published circa 1700
Located in Langweer, NL
Set of two antique antiphonal music sheets (Spanish). Published circa 1700.
Category
Early 18th Century 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper
Antique Map of Portugal by P. Schenk, circa 1700
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Portugalliae et Algarbia'. Striking example of Schenk's rare map of Portugal, with the coats of arms of Portugal, Algarbia and a Spanish sailing vessell in the ca...
Category
Early 18th Century 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper
Early 18th Century Sphinx Florence around 1700 Sandstone Garden and Park Object
Located in Epfach, DE
around 1700 in Florence from sandstone, is a captivating example of garden and park art from that era
Category
Early 17th Century Italian Egyptian 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Sandstone
Chinese Kangxi Porcelain Imari Bowl with Wood Stand, Qing Circa 1700
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
, dating to the Qing, Kangxi period, circa 1700. The bowl comes with a Chinese hardwood stand.
This bowl
Category
Early 18th Century Chinese Qing 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Flemish Louis XIV Period Burl Walnut Veneered Cushion-Form Mirror, ca. 1700
Located in Atlanta, GA
the frame with a series of molded convex (cushion) edges divided by bands of ebonized walnut. retaining antique mirrorplate
Category
Early 18th Century Dutch Louis XIV 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
French Louis XIV Oratory - Crucifixion Scene in Marquetry, circa 1700 France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Superb oratory in oak from the Louis XIV period. The lower part forming a drop-leaf desk, has a door with its original hinges and rests on a platform. In the upper part, the pediment...
Category
1690s French Louis XIV 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
$4,260 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Boiserie in Gray-Green Lacquered Wood, Gilded Friezes, 1700 Paris
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Ancient 18th century boiseries in gray-green lacquered wood with golden leaf friezes and paintings in the upper part depicting landscapes, personalities of the time and mythological ...
Category
Early 18th Century French 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
$24,615 Sale Price
20% Off
English Diminutive Red Cedar Chest of Drawers, Circa 1700
Located in Charleston, SC
hardware terminating on block feet. Oak and Spanish cedar secondary woods. Signed Lane Poot, 1700.
Category
18th Century and Earlier British 1700 Antique Furniture
Venetian Antique Silverplate Massive Tea
Coffee Service on Tray, circa 1700
Located in Vigonza, Padua
The set is in good structural condition and can be used. Considering the use over time, the external silvering shows some wear which however does not diminish the charm.
Coffee Pot:...
Category
Early 18th Century Italian Baroque 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
European Fine Silk
Metal Fine Tapestry 61cm×61cm Framed 2×2 c.1700
Located in New York, NY
This elegant, circa-18th-century European silk and metal-thread tapestry features an ornate central medallion surrounded by an intricate floral border rendered in warm tones of gold,...
Category
18th Century Aubusson 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Metallic Thread
Spanish Late Baroque Leather, Brass,
Wrought Iron Trunk, ca. 1700
Located in Atlanta, GA
the trunk covered in leather and having a slightly domed top, the front elaborately decorated in brass nailheads and various decorative brass castings, with a brass nailhead trimmed ...
Category
Early 18th Century Spanish Baroque 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
7.5CM Antique Chinese Porcelain Vase Ca 1700 Kangxi Period Elephant Handle
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Description
Sharing with you this nice Chinese porcelain Vase from the Kangxi period.
Visible in the pictures is a slender baluster-shaped vase with a gently widening body and a lon...
Category
18th Century Chinese Qing 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
7CM Antique Chinese Porcelain Vase Ca 1700 Kangxi Period Elephant Handle
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Description
Sharing with you this nice Chinese porcelain Vase from the Kangxi period.
Visible in the pictures is a slender baluster-shaped vase with a gently widening body and a lon...
Category
18th Century Chinese Qing 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
8.5CM Antique Chinese Porcelain Vase Ca 1700 Kangxi Period Elephant Handle
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Description
Sharing with you this nice Chinese porcelain Vase from the Kangxi period.
Visible in the pictures is a slender baluster-shaped vase with a gently widening body and a lon...
Category
18th Century Chinese Qing 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Antique 1700-1720 Japanese Porcelain Imari Edo Garniture Vase Flowers Shishi
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Description
Nice & Beautiful Arita Japanese Porcelain Garniture consisting of 3 vases, 1 with a lid.
The painting quality and shape are of really high quality. There is a similar gar...
Category
Early 18th Century Japanese Edo 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Carved Sandstone Buddha, circa 1600-1700
Located in Kastrup, DK
A powerful carved sandstone Burmese Buddha, circa 1600-1700.
In meditation with crossed legs and
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Mid-17th Century Burmese Other 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Sandstone
Large 18th c. Monogrammed Cherry Wood Jointer Plane c.1700-1799
Located in San Francisco, CA
MANUFACTURE c.1700-1799.
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Solid Cherry Wood, Steel.
CONDITION Good. Wear
Category
18th Century Industrial 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Steel
17th Century Wine Table - 1650 -1700
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Small Wine Table
This table is made in the "inserted shoulder joint" style of construction in which the legs join the aprons with flush mitered joints. The edges of the legs and the...
Category
17th Century Chinese 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
$1,500 Sale Price
25% Off
Antique Lacquered and Painted Door, with Original Wavy Frame, Italy, 1700
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Ancient lacquered door with one leaf, with rich painted panels, complete with original wavy frame, from Piedmont (Italy), built in the middle of the 18th century, with gooseneck iron...
Category
Early 18th Century Italian 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
$3,976 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Lacquered Gilded Door with Painted Panels, Complete Frame, 1700, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Ancient double wing door, lacquered and gilded (veil) with painted panels, complete with original frame lacquered with faux marble, wonderful in the texture and in the original paint...
Category
18th Century Italian 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
$6,816 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Entrance Door, in Carved Brown Chestnut, to Restored, 1700, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Ancient entrance door, main door, double wing, in chestnut carved with Baroque shapes, very old from the 18th century, from central Italy, all hand carved, great value and very fasci...
Category
18th Century Italian 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Chestnut
$3,597 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Holy Land Map, Twelve Tribes of Israel – Covens
Mortier, c.1700
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Holy Land Map, Twelve Tribes of Israel – Covens
Mortier, c.1700
Description:
This
Category
Early 18th Century French 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper
Philippines, China, Japan
Korea – Jesuit Map with Guam Inset, Scherer c.1700
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Philippines, China, Japan & Korea – Jesuit Map with Guam Inset, Scherer c.1700
Description
Category
Early 18th Century German 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper
French School, circa 1700 Judith and Her Handmaiden with the Head of Holofernes
Located in London, by appointment only
French School, circa 1700 Judith and her handmaiden with the head of Holofernes, with sleeping
Category
Early 18th Century French Louis XIV 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak, Paper
Antique Japanese Porcelain Edo Period Tea Bowl Floral Bird Imari, 1700
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
between 2 sets.
Edo , c. 1700
Tea Bowl and dish.
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Category
17th Century Japanese Edo 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$183 Sale Price
45% Off
Antique Yellow Lacquered Double Door, Carved and Painted Lozenges, 1700, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Ancient double door, in yellow lacquered wood with carved and painted lozenges with motifs from the 18th century, comes from a noble palace in Piedmont, Italy.
Suitable both as a de...
Category
Early 18th Century Italian 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
$3,597 Sale Price
20% Off
Chinese ceramic ginger jar, c. 1700
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Porcelain ginger jar decorated in cobalt underglaze blue with a stylized Phoenix framed in scolloped cobalt borders, base, and collar decoration. Mounted with a turned hardwood base ...
Category
Early 18th Century Chinese 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Wood
French Baroque Hand Carved Stone Acanthus Leave Finial Ornament 1600-1700
Located in Buisson, FR
acanthus leave decoration.
France circa 1600-1700. weathered.
Measurements include the wooden base.
H
Category
17th Century French Baroque 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Stone
$1,360 Sale Price
41% Off
Original Antique Engraving of Buildings in Madrid in Spain, ca. 1700
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique engraving of Madrid views by Gabriel Bodenehr, ca. 1700
This original early 18th-century
Category
Early 18th Century German 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper
Brussels Tapestry After Teniers, circa 1700
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Brussels Tapestry After Teniers from the beginning of the 18th century
Very beautiful tapestry describing a village scene at the end of the 17th century / beginning of the 18th ce...
Category
Early 18th Century Belgian Louis XIV 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
Antique County Map, Hampshire, English, Framed Cartography, Robert Morden, 1700
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique county map of Hampshire. An English, framed atlas engraving of cartographic interest By Robert Morden, dating to the late 17th century and later.
Superb lithogra...
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Late 17th Century British Other 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
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1700 Antique Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of 1700 antique furniture for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and ceramic. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. An item from our selection of 1700 antique furniture made by Baroque designers — as well as those associated with Louis XV — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made choice in our collection of 1700 antique furniture over the years, but those crafted by Dutch Originals, Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl. and John Cory are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a 1700 Antique Furniture?
Prices for a piece of 1700 antique furniture start at $14 and top out at $750,000 with the average selling for $4,500.
Questions About 1700 Antique Furniture
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024To 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 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
A piece of furniture is considered an antique if it is at least 100 years old.
- Is antique furniture in style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, 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 14, 2024Many 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 5, 2024To 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021There 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Antique 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, 2024Whether 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, 2024To 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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024To 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 ExpertOctober 5, 2021The 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
PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020To 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, 2024To 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, 2024To 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 13, 2024How 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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024To 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 24, 2024To 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 ExpertMay 14, 2024To 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 ExpertAugust 26, 2024To 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.
- 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.
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Holy Water Bucket
Antique Choir Chairs
Blaeu Wall Map
Bamboo Fire Screen
Baoule African
Barley Twist Fender
Barograph And Barometer
Barometer 1820
Baronet Vintage Furniture
Baroque Tabernacle Cabinet
Bartlett And Collins
Barzilay Wall Unit
Barzilay Walnut Wall Unit
Basalt Tea
Baseball Catcher