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Korean Two-Pieces Tansu, Elm Wood
Located in Torino, IT
This 19th century Tansu is composed by two overlapping parts. The front has one small door at the
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Korean Furniture
Materials
Iron
19th Century Korean Tansu Cabinet
Located in Elkton, MD
This is an exquisite two-part Korean Tansu cabinet from the early 20th century. The upper case
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Japonisme Credenzas
Materials
Brass
Mizuya Tansu Japanese Cabinet, Japan, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
This exceptional 19th-century Japanese mizuya tansu originates from the late Edo–Meiji period and
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Cabinets
Materials
Wood
19th Century Japanese Tansu Chest
Located in Winnetka, IL
This is a wonderful 19th century Japanese Laquer Tansu chest on a custom metal base
Two drawers
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Late 19th Century Korean Tansu
Located in New Windsor, NY
Antique Korean two piece stacking tansu. The chest dates approximately from the late 19th Century
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Korean Furniture
Materials
Nickel, Tin
$1,710 Sale Price
40% Off
Kaidan Tansu Japanese Stair Chest, Japan, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
This rare Kaidan Tansu is an original 19th-century Japanese stair chest from the Meiji period
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Kannon Biraki Isho Tansu Chests, Japan, 19th Century
Located in Austin, TX
upright case piece. Japan, late 19th century
The set measures 49" in height when stacked. (As
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Other Furniture
Materials
Iron
Antique Japanese todana tansu - 19th
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Antique Japanese todana tansu - 19th
Antique - Oriental Decoration
Measures : 97cmx44cm H:53cm
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
Japanese 19th Century Lacquered Sendai Clothing Tansu with Elaborate Hardware
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese Meiji 19th century double-section Sendai clothing tansu (Isho-dansu) with drawers and
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture
Materials
Iron
Japanese 19th Century Meiji Period Brown and Black Tansu Clothing Chest
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Japanese Meiji period tansu clothing chest from the 19th century, with black and brown
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Rare Late 18th Early 19th Century Japanese Tansu Chest - Three Pieces
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Rare Late 18th Early 19th Century Japanese Tansu Chest with Beautiful original silk covering
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Furniture
Materials
Iron
19th Century Japanese Staircase Tansu Cabinet with Two Drawers and Single Door
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese staircase tansu cabinet from the 19th century, with two drawers and single door. Born in
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Cabinets
Materials
Wood
19th Century Japanese Meiji Era Tansu Merchant Chest
Located in Fort Collins, CO
Constructed from Cypress and Elm, this merchant’s chest features blackened iron hardware with two thick handles on the top of the piece for ease of transport. It features 8 drawers, ...
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets
Materials
Iron
19th Century Late Meiji Japanese Keyaki Merchant Tansu Chest
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
19th Century Late Meiji Japanese Keyaki Wood Merchant Tansu Chest
This stunning late 19th-century
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Japanese Tansu Storage Cabinet with Sliding Doors, Meiji Period, 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
Large Two Section Japanese Kitchen Tansu, Late 19th Century. Interior bottom section has been
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets
Materials
Elm
19th century Japanese Lacquer Tansu with Hawk Feather Design
Located in New York, NY
19th century Japanese Edo period togidashi (polished out) lacquered tansu chest. Handpainted with
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Japanese Meiji 19th Century Kuruma Tansu Lacquered Chest with Safe on Wheels
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese Meiji period merchant's Kuruma tansu chest from the 19th century, with four large
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
Japanese 19th Century Zebra Wood Tansu Chest with Sliding Doors and Open Shelves
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese zebra wood tansu chest from the 19th century, with sliding doors, glass panels and
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Cabinets
Materials
Zebra Wood, Glass, Wood
Late 19th Century Large Two Section Antique Japanese Kitchen Tansu
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Late 19th Century Large Two Swection Antique Japanese Kitchen Tansu
A Kyoto Mizuya Tansu also
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1990s Japanese Meiji Furniture
Materials
Iron
Large Japanese Meiji Period 19th Century Futon Tansu Cabinet with Iron Hardware
Located in Yonkers, NY
A large Japanese Meiji period two-piece futon tansu cabinet from the late 19th century, with
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets
Materials
Iron
19th Century Meiji Era Mizuya Tansu Kitchen Cupboard Slatted Sliding Doors
Located in Fort Collins, CO
Constructed from Sugi wood (Japanese cedar), this tansu kitchen chest features 5 drawers and 2
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets
Materials
Iron
19th Century Elm Wood and Brass Korean Tansu Chest with Drawers
By Other Kingdom
Located in Lomita, CA
late 19th century. The chest is made of elm. The case with engraved brass has hardware fitted with two
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Antique Late 19th Century Korean Chinoiserie Cabinets
Materials
Brass
$2,813 Sale Price
40% Off
19th Century Japanese Meiji Era Tansu Clothing Chest On Iron Stand
Located in Fort Collins, CO
Constructed from Sugi (Japanese cedar), this clothing kimono chest is decorated with blackened iron brackets and hardware, resting on an iron stand. The side table features 3 drawers...
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Side Tables
Materials
Iron
19th Century Japanese Meiji Era Tansu Clothing Chest On Iron Stand
Located in Fort Collins, CO
elegantly curved handles.
Measures 35 1/4”W x 15 1/2”D x 19 3/4”H.
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Side Tables
Materials
Iron
Antique Narrow Japanese Tansu
Located in Cambridge, US
Japan, ca. late 19th century. A fabulous tall and narrow tansu from the late Meiji Period in old
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
Japanese Tansu Style Wooden Crate Cage Chandeliers
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fascinating pair of Japanese wooden crates or cages made in a Tansu style with iron strapping. The
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Iron
$2,800 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Antique Korean Tansu Bandaji Storage Chest
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Korean Tansu Bandaji Storage Chest
Featuring an antique Korean Tansu Bandaji Chest with
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Chinese Export Trunks and Luggage
Materials
Wood
Antique Japanese Yosegi (Marquetry) Shibayama Ko Tansu Meiji Period
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Antique Japanese Yosegi (Marquetry) Shibayama Ko Tansu, Meiji period
The marquetry is composed of
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture
Materials
Wood, Mother-of-Pearl, Lacquer
Meiji Period Tansu/Chest Of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A three drawer cedar Meiji period Japanese chest of drawers.
Unusually large drawers for a piece of Japanese furniture of this time period.
Nicely patinated with original forged ir...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
19th Japanese antique Urushi small Tansu box chest of drawers wabi sabi mingei
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
from Tohoku area, Japan.
Japanese antique small box tansu chest of drawers, Kohikidashi, made of
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Decorative Boxes
Materials
Wood, Cedar
$560 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Korean Joseon Dynasty Zelkova
Brass Bandaji Tansu Chest Trunk
Located in Dayton, OH
the Korean peninsula, mid nineteenth century; Kyong'gi Province, Joseon Dynasty (1392 - 1897
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Antique 19th Century Furniture
Materials
Brass
$3,062 Sale Price
47% Off
Antique Japanese Tansu Campaign Style Clothing Chest
Located in Kennesaw, GA
orange finish and hand forged hardware with fish motif. This is a 19th century piece and does have some
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
Unusual Tall Meiji Period Japanese Tansu Wabi Sabi
Located in London, GB
A tall Japanese tansu/chest of drawers of highly unusual proportions .
Four drawers with storage
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Antique 19th Century Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Antique Korean Tansu Elm Wood Chest with Brass Trim
Located in Sheffield, MA
The antique Korean Bandaji, or blanket chest is handcrafted in wood and embellished with original brass trim, mounted with intricate fittings, including handles, hinges and lock plat...
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Antique Late 19th Century Korean Other Blanket Chests
Materials
Brass
$2,900 Sale Price
23% Off
19th Cen. Edo Japanese 2-tier large black Mizuya Tansu, wabi sabi kitchen chests
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
prefecture, Japan.
This 2-tier large Mizuya tansu (Kitchen chest) is the product of mid to late Edo period
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Cedar, Pine
Late Meiji Japanese Cha Tansu Tea Chest Display Cabinet Cupboard 45"
Located in Dayton, OH
An antique Meiji era Cha Tansu Tea Cabinet. Features a burled frame. Features a central display
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Antique Late 19th Century Meiji Furniture
Materials
Hardwood, Burl
$1,260 Sale Price
30% Off
Large Edo Period Japanese Tansu/Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Located in London, GB
A large heavily patinated Edo period Tansu/sideboard.
Constructed in cedar & elm with two sliding
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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Sideboards
Materials
Cedar
Tall Early Meiji Period Japanese Tansu Cabinet Wabi Sabi
Located in London, GB
A tall heavily patinated cedar tansu with multiple drawers, sliding doors & original iron hardware
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Cabinets
Materials
Cedar
Antique Korean Elm Brass Bound Bandaji Nong Tansu Scholars Chest Wedding Cabinet
Located in Dayton, OH
Fine Mid 19th century Korean Tansu Nong Bandaji tallboy chest. Made from Zelkova Elm frame with
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Korean Chinoiserie Cabinets
Materials
Brass
$3,059 Sale Price
42% Off
Japanese Rare Antique Inlaid Smoking Tansu, Complete 1850
Located in South Burlington, VT
technique- and lacquered three-drawer Tansu complete with all original bronze accoutrement including a fine
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Scholar s Objects
Materials
Bronze
$960 Sale Price / set
48% Off
Antique Japanese Kyushu Tansu, Meiji Period (1868–1912)
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
An exceptional two-section chest from the Kyushu region, crafted from solid kiri (paulownia) wood with a warm, time-worn patina that highlights its fine grain. Retaining its original...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets
Materials
Iron
Japanese Meiji Period Tansu Chest in the Sendai Dansu Style Made of Keyaki Wood
Located in Torino, IT
This 19th-century Japanese Tansu clothing chest produced in the Meiji period is made of Japanese
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture
Materials
Iron
Primitive Charred Edo Period Tansu/Chest Of Drawers Wabi Sabi
Located in London, GB
A 5 drawer charred cedar & elm Japanese tansu from the early 19th C.
Both a beautiful & very
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Antique Korean Joseon Dynasty Zelkova
Brass Bandaji Tansu Trunk Chest on Stand
Located in Dayton, OH
provinces of the Korean peninsula, mid nineteenth century; Kyong'gi Province, Joseon Dynasty (1392 - 1897).
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Furniture
Materials
Brass
$2,187 Sale Price
45% Off
Japanese Antique BK Small Drawer Meiji / Tansu Storage Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old black-lacquered drawer storage unit made in Japan.
Judging from the handle design, it appears to date from the Meiji period. It is very old.
It comes with a lock. ...
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique BK Small Drawer primitive / Tansu Storage Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old black-lacquered drawer storage unit made in Japan.
The original handles still have old ropes attached, suggesting it is very old.
It is thought to date from the Ed...
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique BK Small Drawer EDO / Tansu Storage Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old black-lacquered drawer storage unit made in Japan.
Judging from the delicate handles, this is a very old drawer.
The furniture dates to the Edo period (1603-1868)....
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Wabi-Sabi Meiji Period Tansu Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
An unusually deep & heavy Meiji period tansu chest constructed from patinated stained elm timber
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
Japanese Late Edo Period Kiri and Cypress Tansu
Merchant
s Chest
Located in San Francisco, CA
this age. Overall in remarkable antique condition.
Japan, mid 19th century.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Furniture
Materials
Iron
Antique Japanese Kasane Isho Tansu, Meiji Period (1880–1890)
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
A two-piece stacking chest crafted from Kiri (Paulownia) and Sugi (Cryptomeria) woods, with a beautifully aged surface and original hand-forged iron hardware. Features full moon lock...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Cabinets
Materials
Iron
A Large Early Meiji Period Wabi Sabi Japanese Tansu/Sideboard
Located in London, GB
A large early Meiji period Japanese tansu/sideboard
A really nice mid/late 19th C. Japanese
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sideboards
Materials
Cedar
Late Meiji Japanese Keyaki Merchant Tansu Chest with Iron Fittings
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese Meiji merchant's tansu chest from the late 19th century with iron hardware. This late
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
Large Wabi Sabi Two Section Late Edo Period Japanese Tansu Cabinet
Located in London, GB
A tall two section Japanese tansu from the mid 19th century.
Nicely patinated cedar with
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Cabinets
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Large Black Tansu / Cabinet Sideboard / 1800-1868s / Wabi-Sabi
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an old Japanese cabinet called a tansu.
It is made of cedar and is thought to date from the
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Cabinets
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Large BK Tansu 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an antique Japanese Tansu.
Judging by the condition of the metal parts, it appears to be
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Cabinets
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Tansu, chest-on-chest (isho kasane-dansu), Yonezawa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Japanese chest-on-chest for clothing storage (isho kasane-dansu) from Yonezawa, constructed of hinoki (Chaemaecyparis obtusa) and keyaki (Zelkova serrata) drawer fronts, traditional ...
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture
Materials
Wood
Japanese Antique Drawer / Tansu Storage / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an old Japanese drawer.
The original red color has balanced with soot from its long use in an old house with an irori hearth, and has turned a natural reddish-brown. The pee...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
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19th Century Tansu For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the 19th century tansu you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A 19th century tansu — often made from wood, metal and iron — can elevate any home. A 19th century tansu made by Folk Art designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made 19th century tansu over the years, but those crafted by Japanese School are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a 19th Century Tansu?
Prices for a 19th century tansu can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $400 and can go as high as $22,000, while the average can fetch as much as $4,108.
Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.
In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.
Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.
Questions About 19th Century Tansu
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022British artist John Singer Sargent was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century. Other notable portraitists from the period include James Abbott McNeill Whistler, Eugène Delacroix, Théodore Géricault, Gustave Courbet, Édouard Manet, Mary Cassat, Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of portrait paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The French painters of the 19th century worked in two styles. Neoclassicism dominated the first half of the century, and Impressionism was the most common style during the second half. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of French paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, there were cannons in the 16th century. The history of the weapon dates back to 12th-century China. Historical records suggest that the first cannons appeared in Europe during the Islamic wars in Iberia in the 13th century. Find a range of antique cannons on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the history of glass-making goes back much further than the 1600s. It’s believed that they were making glass in different parts of the world at least 3,600 years ago, maybe even longer. During the late Bronze Age in Egypt and in Western Asia, glassmarking advanced significantly and was manipulated extensively to produce vessels, jewelry, and works of art. Shop a range of antique and vintage glass on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, wedding rings have a long history, stretching back to ancient Egypt. The first diamond engagement ring was created in 1477 by Archduke Maximillian of Austria. Browse a wide array of vintage and contemporary wedding rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In the 18th century, art changed in style from Baroque to Rococo and Neoclassicism. Art became more ornamented and idealized during the Rococo period and then shifted toward a style that emulated the artwork of ancient Greece and Rome near the end of the century. You’ll find a variety of fine art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify 18th-century furniture, you can research your piece in the context of the prevailing styles of the period or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. To identify your item on your own, look over it for maker's marks, such as carvings, stamps, brands and labels. Researching the marking can help you determine the maker of your piece, and from there, you can search further to learn more about your particular item. Without a maker's mark, the best approach is to consider the characteristics of the dominant furniture styles during the 18th century. In England, these included William and Mary, Queen Anne, Georgian, Chippendale, Hepplewhite and Sheraton. Some French furniture styles of the 1700s include Louis XV, Louis XVI and Régence. Find a diverse assortment of 18th-century furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What painting is the most important of the 20th century is largely a matter of personal opinion. Some notable works produced during the period include Paul Cézanne's Mont Sainte-Victoire, Pablo Picasso's Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, Henri Matisse's The Dance and Jackson Pollock's Lavender Mist. Shop a large selection of 20th-century paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A variety of furniture was used during the 16th century. Items commonly found in homes include high-backed armchairs, chests, stools, benches and cupboards. Most European artisans active during the time period produced pieces out of oak wood. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024What 17th-century furniture is called varies. The general term for all furniture produced 100 years ago, including 17th-century pieces, is antique furniture. You may also choose to be more specific and describe a piece by its style. Theatrical and lavish, the Baroque style was prevalent across Europe from the 17th to the mid-18th century and spread around the world through colonialism, including in Asia, Africa and the Americas. Baroque furniture was extravagant in all aspects, from shape to materials. 17th-century pieces from England often feature characteristics of the William and Mary style, such as crisp lines, maple and walnut veneers, inlaid bands and C-scroll ornaments. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sir Isaac Newton invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century. He created it as a replacement for the refracting telescope, which tended to have poor optics. Find a collection of antique and vintage telescopes on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 202217th-century Dutch portraiture has many similarities to other Baroque paintings, including rich colors, dark shadows and intense lighting. Many famous Dutch Baroque works lean toward realism. In Dutch portraiture, props and detailed backgrounds are uncommon. You'll find a collection of Dutch Baroque paintings from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025The individuals considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons are William Hogarth, James Gillray and George Cruikshank. Although the 18th century saw a widespread increase in illustrations in newspapers, these three illustrators were particularly well-known for their work. Hogarth's work was extremely diverse, ranging from serious, realistic paintings and portraits to satirical and moralistic illustrations filled with symbolism. A British caricaturist, Gillray is remembered today for his artworks representing political and social satires, like his political cartoons against George III of England. Despite being a prolific caricaturist, Cruikshank is now most famous for illustrating the works of Charles Dickens. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of illustrations.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022At the end of the 17th century, Europe went into a frenzy over porcelain. Asian porcelain was highly sought after, and spurred the foundation of the Meissen factory in France, where hard porcelain went on to be made. You’ll find a large collection of porcelain pieces from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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