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Antique Ca 1700 Chinese Porcelain Kangxi Blue and WHite Plate Xieyi Landscape
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated plate with a landscape Scene. Kangxi period. Great decoration in semi kraak style with a typical sketchy Ming landscape deriving from Ming. Lacking any figure...
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17th Century Chinese Qing 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$1,270 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Ca 1700 Chinese Porcelain Kangxi Blue and WHite Plate Xieyi Landscape
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very nicely decorated plate with a landscape Scene. Kangxi period. Great decoration in Late Ming style
Condition
Condition, 2 hairlines and 2 chips
Period
17th century
18th centur...
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17th Century Chinese Qing 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$1,649 Sale Price
20% Off
Flemish Tapestry Depicting a Cavalry Battle before a Fortress, Brussels, c. 1700
Located in Tarzana, CA
A large Flemish tapestry, likely 17th century (Baroque period), woven in wool and silk. The central scene depicts an epic battle narrative with armored knights on horseback, shields ...
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Late 17th Century European Baroque 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Tapestry, Wool, Silk
Antique Edo Period Ca 1700 Japanese Porcelain Bowl Imari Red Gold
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Sharing with you this lovely Edo bowl in imari palette.
Condition
star hairline in base, 2 chips to rim. Size: 15.5x7CM DiameterxHeight
Period
17th century
18th century Edo Period (...
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17th Century Edo 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$365 Sale Price
87% Off
Antique Spanish Console or Sofa Table Three Deep Drawers circa 1700
s Restored
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Antique Spanish Library Table, Sofa Table or Console Table made probably in the late 1600s or early 1700s, with three very deep hand-carved drawers, with their original handmade cast...
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Early 17th Century Spanish Rustic 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Iron
Miniature Antique Edo Period Ca 1700 Japanese Porcelain Ewer Blue White
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Description
Sharing with you this very sweet and small ewer from the edo period. We have never owned a piece like this before and think it's really sweet and delicate. With a lovely...
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17th Century Edo 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$1,158 Sale Price
44% Off
Miniature Antique Edo Period Ca 1700 Japanese Porcelain pot Imari Red
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Description
Sharing with you this very sweet and small teapot in imari palette. Flower scene.
On 3 feet.
Condition: Lid perfect. restoration to spout. Size: 9x6CM LengthxHeight
C...
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17th Century Edo 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$553 Sale Price
52% Off
Antique 1670-1700 Japanese Arita Kakiemon Unusual shaped Bowl Flowers Shibata
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Description
Very happy with this new arrival.
Octagonal Arita kakiemon bowl of unusual shape and design.
Period; 1670- 1680
Condition
1 small chip and 1 filled line from rim. Siz...
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17th Century Edo 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$1,524 Sale Price
63% Off
Fabric 1700 Hand Loom Brocade in the Gordigiani Pattern, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a handwoven brocade fabric. It is woven in an original hand loom from the 1700s. The Gordigiani pattern belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentino archives. This fabric can b...
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Mid-18th Century Italian 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Linen, Silk
Fabric 1700 Hand Loom Brocade in the Oberdan Pattern, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a handwoven brocade fabric. It is woven in an original hand loom from the 1700s. The Oberdan pattern belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentino archives. This fabric can be u...
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Mid-18th Century Italian 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Linen, Silk
Fabric 1700 Hand Loom Brocade in the Guicciardini Pattern, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a hand woven brocade fabric. It is woven on an original hand loom from the 1700s. The Guicciardini pattern belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentino archives. This fabric ca...
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Mid-18th Century Italian 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Linen, Silk
Set Edo Period Japanese Porcelain Imari Tea Cup
Saucer, ca 1700
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely set of Japanese porcelain Imari.
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain
Region of Origin: Japan
Period: 18th century Edo Period (1603–1867)
Condition: Perfect
Dimension...
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18th Century Japanese 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$718 Sale Price / set
20% Off
French Louis XIII/XIV Walnut and Steel Mounted Alms Box, ca. 1670-1700
Located in Atlanta, GA
Having a rectangular top with a molded edge and a line carved detail the center with a coin slot, the conforming case with steel reinforcement straps and a decorative steel escutcheo...
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1680s French Louis XIII 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Antique Placard, Diamond Carved Wall Cupboard, Walnut with Frame, 1700, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique placard, built-in wardrobe with hand carved diamond door, cupboard walnut luxury, hand carved by an artist in the 18th century, coming from a historic building in Italy, suit...
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Late 18th Century Italian 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
$3,986 Sale Price
20% Off
Rare Antique Edo period Ca 1680 -1700 Japanese Porcelain Plate Arita Dish
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Sharing with you this very nice edo period, 1680-1700, example. With a central scene of a landscape
Category
17th Century Edo 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$2,074 Sale Price
43% Off
Antique French 2-Door Painted Rustic Buffet circa 1700
s with Paint Restoration
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
hypothesis would be from the south of France and definitely from the 1700's.
**Please note both back legs
Category
1770s French Country 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood, Oak
Japanese Edo Period Imari Porcelain Bowl Japan Lotus Flowers, C 1680-1700
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Nice Edo period bowl with lotus flowers and old cramm restorarion. very cool!
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Category: Imari
Region of Origin: Japan
Period: 1...
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18th Century Japanese Edo 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$712 Sale Price
40% Off
Pair of Baroque Putti Cherubs, Polychrome
Gilt Wood, French Pyrenees ca 1700
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Pair of original Baroque wooden putti / winged cherubs.
We were told that they originate from a church in the French Pyrenees.
We suppose they are from circa 1650 to 1750.
The putti...
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17th Century French Baroque 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique French Low Buffet in Oak Hand-Carved from the late 1700
s Unrestored
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Antique Low French Buffet on Hand-carved Oak from the late 1700's. Just imagine how smart the
Category
1790s French 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak
Japanese Imari Charger
Located in London, GB
A FINE JAPANESE IMARI CHARGER DECORATED WITH A VASE OF FLOWERS, CIRCA 1700.
With 18th century
Category
Early 1700s 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$2,664
Fabric 1700 Hand Loom Brocade in the Historical Savoia Pattern, Florence, Italy
By Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl.
Located in Florence, IT
This is a handwoven brocade fabric. It is woven on an original hand loom from the 1700s. The Pio di Savoia pattern belongs to the Antico Setificio Fiorentino archives. This fabric ca...
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Mid-18th Century Italian 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Cotton, Silk
Neapolitan Chest of Drawers Rococo Red Marble Poplar Bronze, Italy, 1700
Located in Milano, IT
Neapolitan Rococo chest of drawers, supported by curved feet, the under-the-top band is curved as well; on the curved front, it features two drawers with retractable chain. Quadripar...
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18th Century European Rococo 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze
1700
s Antique English, Georgian Period, Oak, Cornice, 8 Drawers, Chest-on-Chest
Located in Austin, TX
1700's Antique English, Georgian Period, Oak, Cornice, 8 Drawers, Chest-on-Chest!!
Gorgeous Rare
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18th Century British Georgian 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak
Antique Japanese Arita Frederik Van Frytom Style Porcelain Dish c.1700 Heart
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Sharing with you this saucer dish or pattipan of heart shape on a similar shaped footring. On the base some spur-marks. Decorated in underglaze blue with a Dutch river scene showing ...
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17th Century Chinese Edo 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$2,693 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Japanese Arita Frederik Van Frytom Style Porcelain Dish c.1700 Silver
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Sharing with you this saucer dish or pattipan of lobed shape on a lobed footring. On the base some spur-marks. Decorated in underglaze blue with a European landscape with trees, hous...
Category
17th Century Chinese Edo 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$1,744 Sale Price
20% Off
Biblical Engraving – Evangelists Matthew
Mark, Pieter Mortier, Early 1700s
Located in Langweer, NL
Evangelists Matthew and Mark, Pieter Mortier, ca. 1700
Original antique engraving from Histoire du
Category
Early 1700s Dutch 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper
Antique Japanese Arita Frederik Van Frytom Style Porcelain Tea Cups, ca 1700
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely set with fishermen. In the style of Frederik Van Frytom.
Very thinly potted.
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Region of Origin: Japan
Period: Edo perio...
Category
17th Century Japanese 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$1,598 Sale Price / set
44% Off
Census of Bethlehem
Christ’s Nativity – Mortier Engraving, 1700s
Located in Langweer, NL
Census of Bethlehem & Nativity of Christ, Pieter Mortier, ca. 1700
Original antique engraving from
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Early 1700s Dutch 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper
Antique Door Painted Yellow/Orange, Moved Original Frames and Irons, 1700, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique door painted by hand with yellow / orange colors, with original frames and irons, opening with gooseneck (crooked opening) from the eighteenth century from a palace in northe...
Category
18th Century Italian 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
$3,607 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Double Door Painted on a Green Background, Original Frame, 1700 Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Ancient hand painted door decorations on a lacquered green background, with original patina frame, built in the eighteenth century, for a noble palace in central Italy.
Already rest...
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Late 18th Century Italian 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
$4,366 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Framed Delft Portrait Tiles
Located in Greenwich, CT
A pair of early delft blue and white portrait tiles depicting sitters with elaborate hats and contemporary robes, with stylized floral motifs to corners, in mahogany frames with bras...
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Early 1700s Dutch 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$1,100 / set
Comò intagliato Luigi XV, con due cassetti mossi e intagliati del 1700
Located in Cesena, FC
Comò intagliato Luigi XV
Epoca : Prima metà del Settecento
Comò intagliato Luigi XV, con due cassetti mossi e intagliati sul massello di Noce.
Di origine emiliana (Italia) della met...
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1720s Italian Louis XV 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Venetian Louis XVI sideboard from the late 1700s with three doors lacquered in tempera
Located in Cesena, FC
Venetian Louis XVI sideboard (late 1700s') with three doors lacquered in tempera.
The sideboard is distinguished by its clean lines typical of the period and the refined tone of the...
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Late 18th Century Italian Louis XVI 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
N.2 Antique Orange Lacquered Doors with Wooden Tinsel Hand Carved, Italy 1700
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Set of two antique orange lacquered doors with brown wooden concihlie, hand carved, real and very beautiful wood with patina, built in Italy in the late 1700s.
Beautiful in front an...
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1780s Italian 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
$3,607 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Unusual Eight Panel Chinese Coromandel Screen circa 1700-1800 with Carved Frame
Located in Manhasset, NY
Chinese Coromandel Screen, 18th Century, Rosewood, 8 Panel, Painted, Figural, Depicting Flying Geese
One of a kind. Chinese Coromandel screen from the late 1700s with a fabulous ros...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Early 18th c. Italian Baroque Walnut Octagonal Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
Unusual early 18th century Italian walnut octagonal table, having leather lined top with walnut gallery edge, over single drawer and standing on turned and octagonally chamfered carv...
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Early 1700s Italian Baroque 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Rare 17/18th Century Dutch Silvered Bronze Candelabra
Located in Montreal, QC
Important 17/18th century Dutch silvered bronze four lights candelabra featuring an overall "punched " surface decorations .
Gear gauge and quality , large scale .
Category
Early 1700s Dutch 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Antique Gray and Blue Lacquered Double Door with Frame Original Late 1700, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Ancient double door, lacquered on a gray background, with white molure and panels with hand painted blue rustic, double wing with original frame, produced in the late 1700s in Italy....
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Late 18th Century Italian 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
$3,607 Sale Price
20% Off
William And Mary Walnut Side Table
Located in Essex, MA
With a rectangular burl walnut top with molded and banded edge. With a central small drawer and flanked by larger drawers all with brass pulls. Raised on turned tapered legs with low...
Category
Early 1700s English William and Mary 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
18th Century Lucchese Empire Walnut Round Table
Located in Milano, IT
Fine round antique walnut table, 18th century, Italian manufacture.
The table has a very complex base consisting of three large feet, connected to a single central stem.
The feet a...
Category
Early 1700s Italian Romantic 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
$9,017 Sale Price
20% Off
William And Mary Oyster Veneer Table
Located in Essex, MA
With rectangular oyster veneer top with molded edge over a frieze drawer. Raised on barley twist legs joined by a shaped X form stretcher.
Category
Early 1700s English William and Mary 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
Map of the York to Weft-Chester Road
Located in London, England
1698 edition of Ogilby’s ‘Britannia’ map. Later solid oak frame.
U.K circa 1700.
H 52cm x W 58cm x D
Category
Early 1700s 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper
Tosa School ca 1700 Scene Edo Period Scroll Japan 17/18c Artist Tosa Mitsunari
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Around the middle of the Edo period, say to have been drawn in Tosa Mitsunari of the hands of the Tosa School,
the Heian period of person (noble?) Is watching the birds fly the gard...
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18th Century Japanese Edo 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Silk
$2,468 Sale Price
20% Off
Tapestry Brussels 17th c
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautifull tapestry 17th c from Brussels depicting the rescue of Alexander the
great
Restorations
Nice Colors beautiful large frame
Category
Early 1700s Belgian Aubusson 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Tapestry
$21,358
Pair of Spanish Baroque Embossed Leather Side Chairs
Located in Essex, MA
Rectangular leather back and seat with brass studs, square legs with carved stretcher. Brass finials. Provenance William Hodgins.
Category
Early 1700s Spanish Baroque 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Set of an Italian Renaissance Walnut Armchair and Pair of Chairs
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This stunning set of an armchair and a pair of chairs is all made in solid walnut. This is an Italian Renaissance work. 17th century.
Category
Early 1700s French Renaissance 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Flemish Baroque Walnut Bench
Located in Essex, MA
Unusual long size with upholstered seat and eight turned legs with box stretchers. Original old rich patina.
Category
Early 1700s French Baroque 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Pair Of Flemish Baroque Walnut Armchairs
Located in Essex, MA
With rectangular back with original needlepoint on back and seat. Quite worn with losses etc but stable. Turned arms with lions head terminals. Barley twist legs and stretchers. Bun ...
Category
Early 1700s French Baroque 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
$4,850 / set
William and Mary Walnut Bobbin Stretcher Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
An early 18th century English side table in walnut, having molded edge top over single drawer with hand-forged cloverleaf shaped wrought iron finger pulls, standing on baluster turne...
Category
Early 1700s English 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
N.2 Yellow Beige Lacquered Wood Doors Framed Completed, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
placed in a large hall or in a luxurious interior, they come from a noble palace of the 1700 of mid-Italy
Category
Early 1700s Italian 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Poplar
William And Mary Oak Tavern Table
Located in Essex, MA
With a rectangular top with oak oyster veneer decoration. Over a drawer and raised on turned legs joined by turned stretchers. Button feet. A more unusual example with great patina.
Category
Early 1700s English William and Mary 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
Louis Xiv Rouge De Flandres Marble Baroque ‘Vase’
Located in London, GB
A magnificent Louis XIV 'Rouge de Flandres' marble Baroque ‘vase’, circa 1700.
Category
Early 1700s 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Marble
Military Procession with Spoils of War After Gerard de Lairesse Rossetti, ca1700
Located in Langweer, NL
: Etching and engraving
Maker: Domenico Rossetti after Gerard de Lairesse, Italy, c.1700
Category
Early 1700s Italian 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper
Important Lock in Sheet Steel from the 17th or 18th Century
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very large lock mechanism in forged iron and handcut, formerly painted black. All the elements are riveted, some rivets are extensions of the cups
This lock most likely comes from a...
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Early 1700s French 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Iron
$901 Sale Price
20% Off
Rare Pair of Palatial Italian Carved Wood Walnut Torchieres
Located in Montreal, QC
, Italy circa 1700
Category
Early 1700s Italian Baroque 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Antique Italian Venetian carriage headrest or footrest
Located in Milano, IT
Antique Venetian footrest or headrest from the 1700s, an object of timeless charm that encapsulates the elegance of the Italian nobility of that era. This precious piece was placed i...
Category
Early 1700s Italian Baroque 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Set of Six Antique Italian 17th-18th Century Rocchetto Chairs
Located in Milano, IT
the very best of historic Italian furniture craftsmanship.
Period Craftsmanship and Sculptural Detail
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Early 1700s Italian Gothic 1700 Antique Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
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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
- 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 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.
- 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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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