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Collection of Typeset Advertising Print Blocks, C.1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
advertising. Sold as a set.
Creator: Unknown.
Date of manufacture: c.1940.
Materials and techniques
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Metal
Collection of Typeset Advertising Print Blocks c.1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
advertising. Sold as a set.
Creator Unknown.
Date of manufacture c.1940.
Materials and techniques
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Metal
Collection of Typeset Advertising Print Blocks, C.1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
advertising. Sold as a set.
CREATOR Unknown.
DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1940.
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Metal
A French bamboo three-tier server, C 1940.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Having a top supporting a single drawer and two shelves below, this versatile piece can be used in any room in your home. It is finished on all sides and could even be a drop zone in...
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Bamboo
Antique Swivel Oak Desk Chair, circa 1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
MANUFACTURE c.1940.
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Solid Oak, Cast Iron.
CONDITION Good. Wear consistent with age
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Brass, Iron
Antique Swivel Oak Desk Chair, circa 1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
has some structural damage.
CREATOR Unknown.
DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1940.
MATERIALS AND
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Brass, Iron
A Dutch Art Deco leather club chair, C 1940.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Upholstered in rich, patinated leather that beautifully reflects its age and use, this chair features a classic, generously proportioned silhouette with a deep seat and gently rounde...
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Estate Amethyst Glass Cocktail Shaker, circa 1940
Located in New Orleans, LA
Estate Amethyst Glass Cocktail Shaker, Circa 1940.
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique 1940 Furniture
Estate Austrian Figural Penguin Decanter, circa 1940
Located in New Orleans, LA
Estate Austrian figural penguin decanter, circa 1940.
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Antique 1940 Furniture
WWll Era Military Chest c.1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
A World War ll era wood chest with metal corners, lock and original label from Japan .
CREATOR Unknown.
DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1940s.
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Wood, M...
Category
Early 20th Century Rustic Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Steel
Modernist Carved Oak Pendant, France 1940
s
By Andre Sornay
Located in New York, NY
Large Oak carved pendant with six lights, the body carved in a geometric pattern, original matching canopy and chain.
Category
Early 20th Century French Brutalist Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Oak
Bar Cart, Serving Trolley Thonet, circa 1940
By D. G. Fischell, Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
Original state with a pleasant patine of age, perfectly cleaned and re-polished with hard wax. New rubber on wheels.
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Antique Horsehair and Maple Brush, c.1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
Osborn 925.
Date of manufacture c.1940
Materials and techniques maple, horse hair.
Condition
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Wood, Natural Fiber
Harvard University Pennant Banner, circa.1920-1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
, Wright & Ditson Athletic.
Date of manufacture circa.1920-1940.
Materials And Techniques Felt
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Felt
Princeton University Pennant Banner, circa 1920-1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
York, Wright & Ditson Athletic.
Date of manufacture circa .1920-1940.
Materials And Techniques Felt
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Felt
Harvard University Pennant Banner, circa 1920-1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
, Wright & Ditson Athletic.
DATE OF MANUFACTURE circa 1920-1940.
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Felt
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Felt
Soumak Oriental Rug Runner, Circa 1940
Located in Big Flats, NY
A Soumak oriental rug runner offers wool construction with four medallions, c1940
Measures- 69''L x 26''W x .5''D.
Category
Early 20th Century Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Wool
1940’s Rene Drouet Coffee Table
By René Drouet
Located in Ongar, GB
A beautiful wrought iron coffee table by Rene Drouet, with its original mirrored glass top. The top has the most wonderful oxidisation which has taken many years to look this good. T...
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Jacques Adnet Modernist Sofa, France 1940
s
Located in New York, NY
Modernist sofa by Jacques Adnet upholstered in leather (2003) on lacquered walnut legs.
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Leather
French 1940’s gilded iron chandelier
By Maison Jansen
Located in London, GB
.1940’s. Rewired with gold coloured candles leaves.
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Revival Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Gold, Iron
Antique Crouse Hinds U.S. Navy Spotlight, circa 1940
By Crouse-Hinds
Located in San Francisco, CA
Crouse Hinds, U.S.A.
Date of manufacture circa 1940.
Materials and techniques Metal, Steel, Glass
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Metal
Solid Brass Plumb Bob c.1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
Solid brass plumb bob.
CREATOR Gammon Reel Co.
DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1940-1950
Category
19th Century Industrial Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Brass
Bronze-Plated Eagle Bookends, circa 1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
: unknown.
Date of manufacture: circa 1940-1950.
Materials and techniques: cast gray metal, satin bronze
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Bronze
$188 / set
Raymond Subes Coffee Table from Paris circa 1940
By Raymond Subes
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
unmistakable Subes Atelier scroll work, patina and detailing. From Paris, circa 1940.
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze, Iron
Bronze-Plated Dog Bookends, circa 1940
By Philadelphia Manufacturing Company
Located in San Francisco, CA
age and use.
Creator: Philadelphia Metal Co.
Date of manufacture: c. 1940-1950.
Materials and
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Bronze
$175 / set
Cram
s Universal Globe, c.1940-1950
By George F. Cram
Located in San Francisco, CA
, Indianapolis, IN.
Date of manufacture: c.1940-1950.
Materials and techniques: Metal, paper.
Condition: Good
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Metal
Bronze-Plated Dog Bookends, circa 1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
1940-1950.
Materials and techniques: Bronze plate, felt.
Condition: Good. Wear consistent with age
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Bronze
$265 / set
Bronze-Plated Dog Bookends, circa 1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
1940-1950.
Materials and techniques: Bronze plate, felt.
Condition: Good. Wear consistent with age
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Bronze
$190 / set
Ethiopian Pilgrim staffs, circa 1900 - 1940
Located in San Marino, CA
Ethiopian Pilgrim staffs, each showing a well worn patina and mounted on a custom black steel base.
Since the 12th century, Lalibela, in the Lasta mountains of Norther...
Since the 12th century, Lalibela, in the Lasta mountains of Norther...
Category
Early 20th Century Ethiopian Antique 1940 Furniture
Early 20th C. Oak Writing Desk, c.1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
, trimmed back edge and large handles.
Creator unknown.
Date of manufacture c.1940.
Materials and
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Oak
Venini Frame Brass Murano Glass, 1940, Italy
By Venini
Located in Milano, IT
Venini frame.
Category
1840s Italian Other Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique Seven Drawer Machinist
s Chest c.1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
An antique machinist's chest used to store highly precision instruments and tools. Features include large top storage with mirror, seven graduated drawers, leather handle, met...
Category
Early 20th Century North American Industrial Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Metal
Distressed Luggage with Leather Trim, c.1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
locks.
Creator unknown.
Date of manufacture c.1940.
Materials and techniques leather, brass
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Brass
Queen Anne Style Mahogany Upholstered armchair, circa 1940
Located in Big Flats, NY
foliate elements and raised on cabriole legs terminating in pad feet, circa 1940.
Measures- 41.25''H x
Category
Early 20th Century Queen Anne Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Mahogany, Upholstery
Leather Half Bowl Motorcycle Helmet, circa 1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
.
Date of manufacture circa 1940.
Materials and techniques leather.
Condition good. Wear consistent
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Leather
Wooden Suitcase with Leather Handle, circa 1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
damage on the handle.
Creator Unknown.
Date of manufacture circa 1940.
Materials and techniques wood
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
A French Bagues bronze floor lamp, C 1940.
By Maison Baguès
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This decorative floor lamp with bamboo form shaft and tripartite base is topped by a silk shade. Created by Maison Baguès, a renowned French lighting and decorative arts manufacturer.
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Full Rig American Ship Weathervane, circa 1930-1940
Located in Nantucket, MA
Made of copper retaining its original white paint
and gold leaf showing a nice weathered surface.
American.
Category
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Antique 1940 Furniture
Vintage Industrial Pressed Steel Factory Stool c.1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
.
CREATOR Baxter Steel Equipment Co., Indianapolis, IN.
DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1940-1950.
MATERIALS
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Steel
Collection of Super Flash Photolamps, c.1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
of manufacture c.1940.
Materials and techniques glass.
Condition good. Wear consistent with age and
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Glass
Barovier
Toso Table Lamp Murano Glass Brass, 1940, Italy
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Milano, IT
Barovier & Toso table lamp Murano glass brass, 1940, Italy.
Category
1840s Italian Other Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Murano Glass
1940
s Vintage Danish Green Velvet Cocktail Sofa
Located in London, GB
dates from the 1940-50’s.
It is so very well made and extremely comfortable. The proportions are
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Velvet
Ken-Wel Leather Catcher
s Mask, circa 1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
manufacture circa 1940.
Materials and techniques Carbon Steel, Leather, Rawhide, Fabric.
Condition Good
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Steel
Carved Walnut
Cane Side Chairs, C.1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
Carved walnut & cane side chairs, C.1940
Gorgeous set of four dining chairs
One of the chairs
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Hand Carved Wood "Deposit Trash Here" Sign c.1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
.
Creator: Unknown.
Date of manufacture: c.1940.
Materials and techniques: Wood, paint.
Condition: Good
Category
Early 20th Century Rustic Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Wood
Handmade Rustic Wooden Box with Inner Tray c.1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
Unknown.
DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1940.
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Wood, Metal.
CONDITION Good. Wear
Category
Early 20th Century Rustic Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Brass, Steel
Handmade Rotating Wooden Drill Bit Caddy c.1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
side.
Creator Unknown.
Date of manufacture c.1940.
Materials and techniques Wood.
Condition
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Bronze-Plated Scotty Dog Bookends, circa 1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
About
A vintage pair of bronze plated Scotty Dog bookends with original felt.
Creator Unknown.
Date of manufacture c.1940s.
Materials and techniques bronze plate, felt.
Cond...
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Wooden Surveyor
s Transit Scope Tripod c.1940
By Dietzgen
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
Vintage wooden surveyor's transit scope tripod with painted feet and metal top.
CREATOR Possibly Dietzgen.
DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1940s.
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Brass, Copper
Solid Oak Art Deco Sideboard, 1940, France
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Sideboard, oak, France, 1940s
The sideboard is in excellent original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use.
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Oak
Antique Joseph Vince Fencing Mask C.1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
of manufacture: c.1940.
Materials and techniques: Steel, Mesh, Fabric, Leather.
Condition: Good
Category
Early 20th Century Saint Pierre and Miquelon Industrial Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Metal
A French Louis XVI style open armchair, C. 1940.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This fauteuil is perfect for your office, sitting room or in front of your living room fire. With straight square back, padded arms, bulbous turned and fluted arm supports, round bal...
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of English Glass Candlesticks, c. 1940
Located in High Point, NC
Pair of lovely molded glass candlesticks from England, c. 1940.
Category
Early 20th Century English Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Glass
Pair, Antique Armchairs, Sweden, circa 1920-1940
Located in Round Top, TX
Casual and comfortable, these Swedish armchairs have graceful curves which add an air relaxed refinement to the pair. The sides are a woven rattan, with hand carved decorative elemen...
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique Adjustable Swivel Oak Desk Chair c.1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
MANUFACTURE c.1930-1940.
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Solid Oak, Cast Iron.
CONDITION Good. Wear consistent
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Brass, Iron
Fully Refurbished Remington Model 5 Typewriter c.1940
By E. Remington and Sons
Located in San Francisco, CA
.
Creator E. Remington and Sons.
Date of manufacture c.1940.
Materials and techniques steel, metal
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Metal
Hand Crafted Rustic Wall Shelf c.1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
c.1940-1950.
MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Wood.
CONDITION Good. Wear consistent with age and
Category
Early 20th Century American Rustic Antique 1940 Furniture
Materials
Wood
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Find many varieties of an authentic piece of antique 1940 furniture available at 1stDibs. An item from our selection of antique 1940 furniture — often made from metal, wood and fabric — 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. Each choice in our collection of antique 1940 furniture bearing Industrial, Art Deco or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made object in our assortment of antique 1940 furniture over the years, but those crafted by Hubley Manufacturing Company, Maison Jansen and Jacques Adnet are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Antique 1940 Furniture?
The average selling price for a piece of antique 1940 furniture at 1stDibs is $1,667, while they’re typically $35 on the low end and $100,005 for the highest priced.
Questions About Antique 1940 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.
- 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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