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Roman Emperors Busts, Italy, circa 1800
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Roman Emperors busts, Italy, circa 1800
Patinated bronze on white marble bases.
Category
1790s Italian Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze
$15,857 / set
Large George III period sterling silver tea caddy made in London in 1800
By David Hennell II
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1800 by Robert & David Hennell, this handsome, George III period, Antique
Category
Early 1800s English George III Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Monumental Pair of Italian Empire Gilt Bronze Candleholders or Floor Lamps, 1800
Located in Rome, IT
Impressive pair of Italian Empire finely chiseled ormolu Flambeaux, on triform base, each with 25 scrolled gilt-bronze candle arms. Attributed to Luigi Manfredini the famous bronze a...
Category
Early 1800s Italian Empire Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Bronze
$113,609 Sale Price
20% Off
SUBLIME CIR 1800 ANTIQUE SPECIMEN WOOD OCCASiONAL TILT TOP TABLE BURR WALNUT OAK
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Wood occasional, tilt-top table Circa 1800 with Lions Hairy paw feet, Carved pedestal and original
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Early 1800s English Georgian Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Wood, Oak, Walnut
Neoclassical Wall Mirror with Gilt Lyre Ornament, France, circa 1800
Located in Greding, DE
Wall mirror with applied sun ornament and decorations in the form of lyre, fruit and oak leaf decorations and a kymation frieze at the top.
Category
Early 1800s French Neoclassical Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Giltwood
Pair of George III Globes by J&W Cary Dated 1815 and 1800
By Cary’s
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A pair of George III 21 inch globes by J&W Cary, dated 1815 and 1800, set in mahogany stands with
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Early 1800s English Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Pinxton Tea Service, Monochrome Orange Japanese Style Blood
Milk, ca 1800
By William Billingsly
Located in London, GB
even rarer! This wonderful service was made around the year 1800 and bears a hand painted monochrome
Category
Early 1800s English Georgian Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Stunning Restored circa 1800 Georgian Oak
Brown Leather Partners Pedestal Desk
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
with a hand dyed brown leather writing surface, circa 1800
A very well made and traditional English
Category
Early 1800s English Georgian Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Leather, Oak
A barometer signed jecker, Paris 1800.
Located in Milan, IT
inscriptions: “Barometer Jecker à Paris”. France 1800-1805.
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Large Empire Appliqués / Sconces circa 1800, Gilded Linden Wood
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of large Empire appliqués / sconces circa 1800, gilded linden wood
Solid linden wood, gilded
Category
Early 1800s French Empire Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Crystal
$4,951 Sale Price
20% Off
Fine Chinese hardwood side table, circa 1800
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A fine quality early 19th Century Chinese hardwood side table, having wonderful hand carved intricate pierced decoration, depicting foliage, fruit and mythical Bats. An inset panel t...
Category
Early 19th Century Chinese Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
British Oil On Board Painting. Rural Subject, "Boys on Horseback" Circa 1800
Located in Incline Village, NV
Charming early 19th century fine quality British oil on board; small painting with a lot going on; subject matter. rural scene of two young boys frolicking on white horseback down by...
Category
Early 1800s British Regency Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Paint
Chinese Shallow Wine Table, C. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
Made for sharing and offering wine and spirits, this small table once gathered together convivial imbibers who engaged in group toasts and robust consumption. Dated to the 19th centu...
Category
Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Wood, Elm
French Cast Brass Altar Stick, 1800
Located in Kenilworth, IL
circular base with beaded edge.
France, circa 1800.
Category
19th Century French Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Brass
Sino-Tibetan Gilt Bronze Hayagriva with Consort Vajravarahi, circa 1800, Tibet
Located in Austin, TX
A fantastic and powerful Sino-Tibetan gilt bronze figure of Hayagriva and his consort Vajravarahi, created in Tibet for the Chinese market, 18th/19th century, Tibet.
The wrathful de...
Category
Early 1800s Tibetan Tibetan Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Marburg finch chest Biedermeier around 1800-10 Cherrywood bridal chest
Located in Münster, DE
Marburg finch chest
Biedermeier around 1800/10, cherry wood and other precious woods richly
Category
Early 1800s German Biedermeier Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Cherry, Fruitwood, Oak
$5,177 Sale Price
30% Off
Circa 1800 French Chestnut Farm Table
Located in High Point, NC
Early 19th century long farm table from France made from chestnut. The table has a wonderfully grained top with lovely curved ends which gives a fabulous overhang on each end. The ...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Chestnut
Late 1800
s Double Ink Well
Letter Holder- From Agne
s Moorehead Estate
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Unearthed at an estate sale from Agnes Moorehead with AG-branded stationery, Agnes Robertson Moorehead, an iconic American actress, left an indelible mark on radio, stage, film, and ...
Category
Early 1800s Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique hand crafted en carved chest of drawers in oak, ca. 1800
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 1800 / chest of drawers / oak, copper / Antique
A French chest of drawers with three
Category
Early 1800s Belgian Romantic Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Copper
English Porcelain Orange Ground Vase, Chamberlain
s Worcester, circa 1800
Located in New York, NY
The ovoid body with moulded and gilt horned mask handles, painted in colors on one side with a large panel of ‘Orpheus and Euridice’, above a pedestal foot with grey marbled base wit...
Category
Early 1800s English Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
4 Antique Dining Room Chairs, English, Seat, After Chippendale, Georgian, C.1800
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
manner, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800.
Superb Chippendale revival chairs, with appealing
Category
Early 1800s British Georgian Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Textile, Mahogany
Portrait of a Mangean Islander in The South Pacific by John Webber, circa 1800
Located in Langweer, NL
A head and shoulders frontal portrait of a man named by Cook as Mourua, of Mangaia, Cook Islands, visited by Cook in March 1777.
Title: "Portrait of a Mangean Islander by John Webbe...
Category
Early 1800s Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Paper
$132 Sale Price
20% Off
XL Pine Coffee Table From France, Circa 1800
Located in Nashville, TN
XL Pine Work Console Table From France, Circa 1940. Solid pine construction with original hardware. Great patina and use.
Category
Early 1800s European Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Pine
Large Library Cabinet with brass fluting, Germany, around 1800
Located in Greding, DE
Large six-door library or bookcase with glazed doors with elegant C-shaped glazing bars and dividing pilasters with brass-lined fluting. The library is veneered in mahogany. The stra...
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Early 1800s German Neoclassical Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Brass
Charming Drop-Leaf, circa 1800
Located in Aalsgaarde, DK
Charming Swedish or Norwegian drop-left table with drawer, circa 1800
Measures: H- 78 W-closed 44
Category
19th Century Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Wood
Georgian circa 1800 Carved Wood Fireplace Screen Original Tapestry Cherubs Putti
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this circa 1800 Georgian Fruitwood ornately hand carved fire
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Early 1800s English Georgian Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
American Monumental Pine Hand-Carved Mortise and Pestle, Circa 1800
Located in Charleston, SC
Period American pine mortise and pestle hand-carved from single log. All original, Early 19th century. Pestle is 28" long and 3.75" diameter.
Category
Early 1800s American American Colonial Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Pine
Pair of Antique Tincture Bottles, English, Glass Apothecary Jars, Georgian, 1800
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
to the Georgian period, circa 1800. A superb and decorative example of early pharmaceutical glassware
Category
Early 1800s British Georgian Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Glass
Pair of American Brass Ball Top Andirons, Boston, Circa 1800
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American brass ball top andirons with turned bulbous ring plinths, matching log stops, and original wrought iron dog legs, Early 19th century.
Category
Early 1800s American American Colonial Antique 1800 Furniture
Pair of American Brass Acorn Faceted Andirons, Philadelphia, Circa 1800
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American brass acorn top finial andirons with turned faceted plinths, looped spur legs, and terminating on step back stylized penny feet, Early 19th Century, Philadelphia.
Category
Early 1800s American American Colonial Antique 1800 Furniture
English Pearlware Coffee Pot, Blue Transferware, Fallow Deer in Snow, 1800-1820
Located in London, GB
This is a superb coffee pot made in England between 1800 and 1825. The pot is made of pearlware and
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Early 1800s English George III Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Pearlware
Very Rare George III Butter Spade Made in London in 1800 by Richard Crossley
Located in London, GB
The butter spade is of an unusually large size, the largest we have offered over the years. The spade is modelled in the Old English pattern and the triangular blade is unusually pie...
Category
Early 1800s English Antique 1800 Furniture
Circa 1800 Swedish Original Painted Cupboard
Located in Round Top, TX
the inside right door is the date 1800 faintly visible. The old key even though slightly bent still
Category
19th Century Swedish Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Pine
Circa 1800 American Federal Hardwood Four Poster Bed Frame with Carved Pillars
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare original circa 1800 American Federal Mahogany
Category
Early 1800s American Georgian Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Pair of American Acorn Andirons With Pierced Galleries, Phil. Circa 1800
Located in Charleston, SC
log stops, and terminating on double spur legs with ball feet. Philadelphia, Circa 1800
Category
Early 1800s American American Colonial Antique 1800 Furniture
Chinese Reeded Leg Altar Table, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
and spandrels, a motif that gestures to early Chinese furniture designs of bent bamboo. Cloaked in a
Category
Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Elm
Fine Georgian Country Oak Dresser A superb piece of Period Oak furniture
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Fine Georgian Country Oak Dresser
A superb piece of Period Oak furniture, with hand cut mouldings
Category
Early 1800s Georgian Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Oak
19th Century French Nightstand Circa 1800
Located in Atlanta, GA
piece of furniture but also a statement of 19th-century French artistry and taste.
Category
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Early Oak Console Table From Italy, Circa 1800
Located in Nashville, TN
Early Oak Console Table From Italy, Circa 1800. Solid oak construction with superb patina and use.
Category
Early 1800s European Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Oak
View of the Church of Cortona, a Town and Comune Arezzo, in Tuscany, Italy, 1800
Located in Langweer, NL
. Published circa 1800.
Artists and Engravers: Engraved by G. Pera.
Category
Early 1800s Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Paper
$302 Sale Price
20% Off
Early Pine Trunk From The Alps, Circa 1800
Located in Nashville, TN
Early Pine Trunk From The Alps, Circa 1800. Solid pine construction with original hardware
Category
Early 1800s Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Pine
James Gillray – Taking Physick - Hand-colored etching - 1800
By James Gillray
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
James Gillray (1756–1815)
“Taking Physick”
London, Hannah Humphrey, 6 February 1800
Original hand
Category
Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Paper
Italian Castelli Majolica Bases, circa 1800
By Castelli
Located in CH
Pair of Italian Castelli Majolica Bases
Circa 1800
A fine pair of Italian Castelli majolica bases
Category
19th Century Italian Rococo Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
JAPAN 1800 Edo Period Seated Shakyamuni Buddha In Zushi Buddhist Altar Cabinet
Located in Miami, FL
reaping great revenues.
Country: Japan.
Period: Edo Period, Circa 1800
Materials: Wood, gold, lacquer
Category
Early 1800s Japanese Edo Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Gold, Berlin Iron
$5,400 Sale Price / set
20% Off
James Gillray – Taking Physick - Hand-colored etching - 1800
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
, 1800
Hand-colored etching – Satirical medical caricature
Category
Early 18th Century Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Paper
Continental pewter charger, 1750-1800
Located in Kenilworth, IL
, flanked by initials, presumably of the owner.
Continental, c. 1750-1800.
Condition: Wear commensurate with
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Late 18th Century Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Pewter
Swedish Folk Art Wood Wine And Water Container, circa 1800
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Small Swedish Folk Art water and wine container, early 19th century. This antique collectible is made in birch and birch bark and it has most certainly functioned as a mini travellin...
Category
Early 1800s Swedish Folk Art Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Pine
$455 Sale Price
30% Off
Baltic Directoire Style Mahogany and Satinwood Inlaid Commode, circa 1800
Located in Kinderhook, NY
An elegant circa 1800 Prussian Baltic Directoire style three drawer commode having luminescent
Category
Early 1800s Baltic Baltic Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Metal
Early XL Candlestick From France, Circa 1800
Located in Nashville, TN
Early XL Candlestick From France, Circa 1800. Solid iron and pine construction with candle. Great
Category
Early 1800s European Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Iron
19th Century French Nightstand Circa 1800
Located in Atlanta, GA
A charming Louis XVI-style bedside table adorned with intricate geometric marquetry and a floral inlay decoration on the top. This exquisite piece showcases the elegance and craftsma...
Category
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Brass
Italian Painted Dining Chair, C. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
century European furniture, designed in the style of Venetian Rococo and Louis XV. Dated to the early 19th
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Louis XV Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$2,480 / item
Pair of Delft Vases, circa 1800
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Delft vases, circa 1800.
Category
Early 19th Century Dutch Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Delft
$22,500 / set
Empire Corner Cabinet or Cupboard in West Indies Mahogany, circa 1800
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
1800. Comes with three working keys. French-polish finish.
Measurements: 36 1/2" wide x 24 1/4" depth
Category
Early 1800s Baltic Empire Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
George III Mahogany Side Table, circa. 1800
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Fine George III mahogany side table, the rectangular top with carved edges over the frieze having a single drawer with carved wooden knobs, the applied fretwork and bellflowers over ...
Category
Early 19th Century English Chippendale Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Uncommon Miniature Map of the Region around the Caspian Sea, ca.1800
Located in Langweer, NL
Uncommon miniature map of the region around the Caspian Sea.
Including the black sea and several mountains. Source unknown, to be determined.
Artists and Engravers: Anonymous.
Category
Early 1800s Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Paper
$179 Sale Price
20% Off
Bronze Bouillotte Lamp, France, circa 1800
Located in Delft, NL
Bronze Bouillotte lamp, France circa 1800.
Bronze Bouillotte Lamp with red and gold painted
Category
Early 18th Century French Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Bronze
A Set of Three George III Silver Nesting Beakers, London, circa 1800
Located in New York, NY
London circa 1800. Each beaker fits snugly within the other, forming a compact and practical ensemble
Category
Early 1800s British Antique 1800 Furniture
Materials
Silver
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Antique 1800 Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of antique 1800 furniture you’re looking for. An item from our selection of antique 1800 furniture — often made from wood, metal and mahogany — can elevate any home. 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. A choice in our collection of antique 1800 furniture, designed in the Georgian, Empire or Neoclassical style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Coalport Porcelain, Wedgwood and Paul Storr each produced at least one beautiful object in our assortment of antique 1800 furniture that is worth considering.
How Much is a Antique 1800 Furniture?
The average selling price for a piece of antique 1800 furniture at 1stDibs is $3,581, while they’re typically $18 on the low end and $265,416 for the highest priced.
Questions About Antique 1800 Furniture
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify 1800s furniture, first check to see if your piece bears any maker's marks. Should you locate any, researching them using trusted online resources can help you determine the maker and age of your furniture. To determine if unmarked pieces date back to the 19th century, look for tool marks and variations in their carvings and ornamentation. Since 19th-century furniture was handmade, you should expect to find these signs of hand craftsmanship. A piece that shows no marks or inconsistencies in details is likely a contemporary machine-made reproduction. Familiarizing yourself with the characteristics of Rococo, Chippendale, Gothic Revival, neoclassical and other 19th-century styles can also be helpful. If you struggle to make an identification, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a range of 19th-century 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 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, 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 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.
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