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19th Century English Regency Rosewood Chiffonier or Bar
Located in Richmond, VA
19th Century English Regency rosewood chiffonier or bar. Great size and color. The doors feature
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Brass
English Campaign Style Mahogany
Brass Oval 3 Tier Rolling Bar Cart Side Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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Antique English Campaign Style Mahogany & Brass Oval 3 Tier Rolling Bar Cart Side Table on Brass Casters
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Campaign Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique Victorian Mahogany Back Bar Backfitting with Etched Mirror
Located in Ware, GB
A rare and original piece, this Victorian back-fitting has mirrored glass etched with intricate details.
The large mahogany piece has carved columns with two levels of decorative mi...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Glass, Mahogany
French Peasant Woman – Neuviller Bar Rhin, Compte-Calix, 1853 Print
Located in Langweer, NL
French Peasant Woman Print Neuviller Bar Rhin 1853 by Compte-Calix – Hand-Colored Lithograph
This
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Paper
Antique Belgian Gothic Revival Carved Oak Bar Cabinet, Circa 1880s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Gothic or Renaissance Revival bar cabinet
Belgium, Circa 1880s
Oak, with
Category
Late 19th Century Belgian Gothic Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Iron
19th Century English small cabinet or mini bar cabinet
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
19th Century English small cabinet or mini bar cabinet.
Antique small cabinet beautifully veneered
Category
1850s English George II Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Cabinet Makers Work Bench, as Sideboard, Serving Table or Bar
Located in Huntington, NY
Functional early 20th century cabinet makers work bench
as sideboard, serving table or bar.
Category
Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Maple
$4,160 Sale Price
20% Off
20th Century Austrian Bar Stool in Black Wood by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Sofia, BG
Bar stool by Thonet in very elegant typical shape and in great condition.
Austria, circa 1910.
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Wood
René Lalique - Bar Group of Six Sparrows, 1933
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Barre Groupe de Six Moineaux” decorative motif in white glass, created by René Lalique in 1933.
Acid signature.
Perfect condition.
dimensions :
29.5 cm x 6 cm
height : 9 cm
...
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Glass
White Paint Decorated Wicker Antique Bar Tea Cart, Ca. 1890
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fine antique Cottage style cart with white painted sisal rope covering having a woven wicker gallery around the top that is woven in a circular pattern. The lower tier with high side...
Category
Late 19th Century Adirondack Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Wicker, Rubber, Wood
Industrial Bar/Bistro Table with Cast Iron Legs and Wooden Top, Belgium 1920s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 1920 / bar or bistro table / wood and cast iron / industrial
Beautiful combination of
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Early 20th Century Belgian Industrial Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Iron
19th Century english Bar with real Silver Fittings
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Berlin, DE
19th Century english Bar with real Silver Fittings
According to a design by Thomas Chippendale
Category
19th Century English Hepplewhite Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Silver
Cast Aluminum Garden Patio Terrace Lattice Serving Bar Table Pool Tea Cart
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cast Aluminum Garden Patio Terrace Rolling Serving Bar Table Pool Tea Cart. Item features a heavy
Category
Early 20th Century Hollywood Regency Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Antique Painted Windsor Chair Country Bar Back Oxford Armchair Farmhouse 1850
Located in London, GB
Oxford, England, this gorgeous and extremely comfortable ‘bar-back’ armchair will add outstanding bygone
Category
Mid-19th Century British Country Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Ash, Elm
Early 20th Century Silver Overlaid Back Bar Bottle w/Shield-Form "Label"
By Lapierre Silver Co.
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Early 20th century dark amber glass back bar bottle with sterling silver overlay decoration
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Modernist Brass Bar Pitcher w/Hinged Lid and Curved Butterscotch Bakelite Handle
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Italian modernist brass bar pitcher with hinged lid and tapering S-curved butterscotch Bakelite
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Brass
Vintage Bar Cart Attr. to Cesare Lacca, Italy, 1970s
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage bar cart is an original design item attributed to the Italian designer Cesare Lacca in the
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Silver Plate Jigger, Bottle Opener, Stir Spoon Combination Bar Tool
By Napier Co.
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Art Deco silver plate stir spoon, bottle opener, spirit measure combination bar tool by Napier Co,
Category
Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Set 12 Regency Bar Back Dining Chairs C1830 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a fabulous set of twelve antique English Regency Period Bar Back dining chairs, Circa 1830
Category
1830s Regency Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Bar Cocktail Cabinet, Walnut
Marble France, 20th Mid-Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
Buffet cocktail bar made from a sewing machine cabinet Walnut lacquered
Marble has been inlaid at
Category
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
$1,325 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair Of Hand Made Oak Wood Bar Stools, Gray painted Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
20thc Original gray over white painted bar stools with plank seat. Mid century plank seat bar
Category
1920s American Adirondack Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Wood
$760 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Vintage French Regency Style Dropleaf Mahogany Bar Cart Serving Table on Wheels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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Vintage French Regency Style Dropleaf Mahogany Bar Cart Serving Table on Wheels. Item features rolling
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Regency Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Art Deco Bar Cart by Robert Mallet-Stevens, Chromed Steel, France circa 1925
By Robert Mallet-Stevens
Located in Regensburg, DE
Art Deco Bar Cart or Serving Trolley, Chromed Steeltubes, France circa 1925
Design: Robert Mallet
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Spanish Baroque Cabinet Bar in Carved Walnut, 1910s
Located in Miami, FL
19th Catalan Spanish Baroque carved walnut Tuscan four door cabinet.
From the north of Spain, built in solid walnut, the rectangular top with a molded edge on a box that fits into a...
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Walnut
A Large Beautiful Intricately Woven Natural Wicker Bar Harbor Style Arm Chair
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Nashua, NH
A large and beautiful antique Heywood Wakefield Bar Harbor style wicker arm chair recently acquired
Category
Early 20th Century American Other Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wicker, Reed, Wood
1970
s Mixologist Graphic Liquor Bar Glass Decanter Set of 7
By Verner Panton
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Fill these with your favorite spirits and make a statement.
Each of the 7 decanters measure 10in tall X 4in wide X 2-1/2in deep.
Looks like they were never used, only for display.
Ci...
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Mid-19th Century American Mid-Century Modern Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Glass
Art Nouveau Silver Overlay "Wheat Head" Whiskey Back Bar Bottle or Decanter
By Lapierre Silver Co.
Located in Nantucket, MA
American silver overlay back bar bottle or decanter having an overlaid design of wheat heads around
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco "Bar Caddy" Double Sided Jigger, Opener and Ice Hammer by Chase Co.
By Chase and Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Super cool art deco "Bar Caddy" double sided jigger, opener and ice hammer by Chase Co., circa
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
Antique Bar Harbor Style Double Strand Wicker Arm Chair in Natural Finish
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Nashua, NH
A Bar Harbor style wicker arm chair in a rare double strand weave in natural finish, with
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1910s American Other Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wicker, Reed, Wood
Hawkes Sterling Silver
Etched Glass Bar Decanter in Art Deco Style
By T. G. Hawkes
Co.
Located in New York, NY
Hawkes decanter with a sterling silver cap and made of beautifully etched glass showcasing floral and natural motifs. From the early 20th century, it is in a geometrically inclined A...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Pair of Antique Oxford Chairs, Windsor, Bar Back, Armchair, Elm, 19thc
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This pair of armchairs were made from Elm in the mid 19th century. They remain in a good antique condition with an amazing patina.
Category
19th Century British Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Elm
Antique French Wrought Iron
Mesh Bar Cart, Early 20th Century
Located in High Point, NC
This elegant antique French bar cart is a beautiful example of early 20th-century wrought iron
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Iron
Pair Art Deco Silver Overlay Ruby Red Back Bar Bottles or Decanters
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Pair of Art Deco back bar bottles or decanters in silver overlaid ruby red glass with panel faceted
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
19th Century Rustic Black Forest Mirror with Gilt Inner Bars, AT, circa 1880
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
style of tree branches, slightly protruding corners and beautifully gilt bars on the inside which build
Category
Late 19th Century Austrian Rustic Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Softwood
Pair Art Deco Silver Overlay Amber
Scotch
Rye
Decanters, Back Bar Bottles
By La Pierre Manufacturing
Located in Nantucket, MA
Hard to find matched pair of decanters or back bar bottles in amber glass with sterling silver
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Arts
Crafts Mahogany Back Bar with Leaded Glass Cornucopia C1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Arts & Crafts bar back offers mahogany construction with shaped crown having central carved
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Lead
$1,000 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century Black Forest Rustic Mirror, Gilt Bars - Hand Carved, AT ca. 1880
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
the style of tree branches, slightly protruding corners and amazing looking gilt bars on the inside
Category
Late 19th Century Austrian Rustic Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Softwood
Antique Carved Amphora Stand With Amphorae Spanish Villa Rustic Tinaja Bar Cart
Located in London, GB
important items of furniture in a rural pre-electric Mediterranean household, with the amphorae storing
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Terracotta, Oak
Rare and Magnificent Antique English Travelling Bar, Mappin Brothers, circa 1880
By Mappin Brothers
Located in Bath, GB
A rare and quite wonderful find, and fun too. Victorian in era and dating to circa 1880, this travelling trolley or cart is made to travel down the centre of a large grand dining tab...
Category
Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Silver Plate
$4,313 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century French Louis Philippe Marble Top Walnut Rafraichissoir Dry Bar
Located in Dallas, TX
side table, or a conversation "dry bar" piece in a wine cellar! Versatile, it could also be used as a
Category
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Marble, Zinc
19th Century Black Forest Wall Mirror With Gilt Bars, Austria, ca. 1880
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
additionally adorned by lovely gilt bars on the inside which confers this rustic wall mirror an unusal elegant
Category
Late 19th Century Austrian Black Forest Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Softwood
Lovely Set Of Six Victorian Walnut Bar Back Dining Chairs
Located in Crawley, GB
We delight to offer for sale this lovely set of five Victorian mahogany bar back dining chairs and
Category
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Jugendstil Viennese Secession bar cabinet in the style of Koloman Moser
By Koloman Moser
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Jugendstil bar cabinet in the style of the Viennese Secession of the 1910s/1920s, influenced by the
Category
1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Brass
20th Century French Bar Table Made of Solid Wood with Sliding Top
Located in Sofia, BG
Bar table made of solid wood with sliding top to place bottles and glasses.
France, circa 1930.
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Wood
Rococo Style Liquor Bar Tantalus Liquor Cabinet with Bronze Mounts, 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Elegant French Rococo or Louis XV style Liquor Cabinet or Tantalus / Cave à liqueur, circa the 1920s, made of precious wood veneers and decorated with bronze mounts.
Set contains a ...
Category
1920s French Louis XV Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Vintage International Silver Victorian Repousse Pierced Gallery Square Bar Tray
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage International Silver Co. Victorian Style Floral Repousse Pierced Gallery Square Bar Tray
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Art Nouveau Silver Overlay Decanter or Back Bar Bottle with Thistle Design
By Lapierre Silver Co.
Located in Nantucket, MA
Early 20th century silver overlay decanter or back bar bottle with a silver overlay collar above a
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Anglo Indian Mughal Sideboard or Dry Bar Cabinet
By Rajhastani
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Antique Anglo Indian cabinet, side board or dry bar.
An intricately-carved Anglo-Indian rosewood
Category
Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Wood
$10,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Early 20th Century Silver Overlaid "RYE" Back Bar Bottle w/Shield-Form "Label"
By Lapierre Silver Co.
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Early 20th century dark amber glass back bar bottle with sterling silver overlay. Decorated with
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
20th Century Rustic Wall Mirror With Golden Bars, Tramp Art, Austria dated 1901
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
with a golden bar on the inside and slightly protruding corners. Artfully handcarved out of basswood
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Black Forest Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Softwood
19th Century Italian Walnut Side Table with Iron Cross Bar Base
Located in New York, NY
19th century Italian walnut fratino tavolo side table with iron cross bar base.
Beautifully carved
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Iron
$3,950 Sale Price
49% Off
Consol with Bar, France, Art Deco in Wood and bronze, 1920
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
port of Buenos Aires with food, but they returned with furniture, clothes and construction elements
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Macassar Wood Sideboard/Dry Bar with Metal Escutcheons
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a beautiful Art Deco Sideboard with a dry bar. Its constructed of macassar wood and has
Category
1920s American Art Deco Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Metal
$11,130 Sale Price
30% Off
Antique Set of Five Antique Arts
Crafts Turned Elm Bar Sadle Seat Stools 1900
Located in Portland, OR
A good set of five antique English Arts & Crafts elm bar stools, circa 1900.
A very handsome set of
Category
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Elm
Antique Blonde Windsor Chair Satin Birch Country Bar Back Oxford Armchair 1850
Located in London, GB
. Most likely made around 1840-1860 in Oxford, England, this gorgeous and extremely comfortable ‘bar-back
Category
Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Birch, Satinwood
Antique French Cabinet Bar Sideboard Baroque Carved Oak c1880 Bookcase
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique French Cabinet Bar Sideboard Baroque Carved Oak c1880 Bookcase.
Direct from France, a
Category
1880s French Baroque Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Oak
Console with Bar in Wood and Chrome, France, 1920, Art Deco
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
port of Buenos Aires with food, but they returned with furniture, clothes and construction elements
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Chrome
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Antique Bar Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of antique bar furniture for your home. Frequently made of fabric, wool and wood, every item from our selection of antique bar furniture was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the choice in our collection of antique bar furniture you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each object in our assortment of antique bar furniture bearing Victorian, Georgian or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. A well-made option in this array of antique bar furniture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Mehraban Rugs, Thonet and Baccarat are consistently popular.
How Much is a Antique Bar Furniture?
Prices for a piece of antique bar furniture start at $1 and top out at $3,200,000 with the average selling for $4,598.
Questions About Antique Bar 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 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 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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