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Antique Quarterswan Oak Farmhouse Kitchen Ice Box Refrigerator Bar Cabinet
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Ice Chest sold by Belknap Hardware circa 1919. Made quartersawn oak with a stout rectangular frame featuring four doors, original brass hardware and paneled sides. Interior h...
Category
Early 20th Century American Primitive Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Oak
$1,925 Sale Price
30% Off
Art Deco Bar / Water Pitcher with Narrow gold Bands on Optical Ribbed Glass
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Art Deco water or bar pitcher of optically ribbed clear glass with narrow gold bands from the foot
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Glass
Sky-Scraper Cabinet / Bar / Bookcase attrib to Paul Frankl 1920
s
By Paul Frankl
Located in Buffalo, NY
Sky-Scraper Cabinet / Bar / Bookcase attrib to Paul Frankl 1920's,,, Stunning Black Lacquer
Category
1920s American Art Deco Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Wood
Art Deco Bar/Water Pitcher, Silver Plate Mounted Threaded Glass of Tapered Form
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco threaded glass bar or water pitcher with silver plate collar with hinged cover and "S
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique French, Louis XVI Chest of Drawers Commode Buffet Bar
Located in Senonches, Centre-Val de Loire
Antique French Louis XVI style bar buffet topped with a white Carrara marble, fluted legs finished
Category
Early 1900s French Louis XVI Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Carrara Marble
Bathroom Towel Bars with Brass and Round Glass Ends
Located in Los Angeles, CA
36-inch long Victorian towel bar with naturally darkened ends; bar is 1 inch in diameter.
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Brass
$1,450 / item
20th Century Black Art Deco Mirror With Gilt Bars, Lacquered, Austria ca. 1920
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
inner gilt bar which confers this fantastic looking Art Deco mirror an unexpected luxurious touch. The
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Wood
30
s Mechanical Football Toy Game by Chester-Pollard Amusement Company-New York
By New York Furniture
Located in Madrid, ES
City
Mechanical football toy game from the 30s very rare cafe bar pub.
See photos to get an idea
Category
Early 20th Century American Modern Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Wood
Art Deco Silver Overlay Frosted Back Bar Bottle, "Scotch" W/ Silver Collar
CAP
By Lapierre Silver Co.
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco back bar bottle or decanter with silver overlay on a frosted ground. Silver over lay
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage English Victorian Twin Handle Silver Plated Bar Serving Platter Tray
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage English Victorian Twin Handle Silver Plated Bar Serving Platter Tray. Item features heavy
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Art Deco Silver Plate Penguin Water / Bar Pitcher w/Mechanical Beak
Glass Eyes
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
A hard to find Art Deco silver plated brass bar or water pitcher in the form a penguin with black
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate, Brass
Vintage Chinese Deco Gold Bar Cigarettes Advertisement Poster, c. 1930
Located in Chicago, IL
This 1930s advertising poster for the Gold Bar Cigarettes company draws from a well known Chinese
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Paper
French Upright Secrétaire Design Dry Bar, Siding Tambour Doors, Marble Top
Located in Madrid, ES
bureau could definitely see use as a dry bar, with evening cocktails mixed on the slide-out writing
Category
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Marble
Vintage Victorian Silver Plated Regency Twin Handle Bar Platter Serving Tray
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Victorian Silver Plated Regency Style Twin Handle Bar Platter Serving Tray. Item features
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Art Deco Silver Overlay Back Bar Bottle w/Wreath and Geometric Line Pattern
By Lapierre Silver Co.
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Art Deco silver overlay decanter or back bar bottle. Clear glass with an overlay design in sterling
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
French Art Deco Wooden Bar Tray with Embossed Iron and Mirror Edgar Brandt Style
By Raymond Subes, Edgar Brandt
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Elegant French Art Deco bar tray from the 1930s featuring a striking octagonal shape with beveled
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Iron
ANTIQUE ART DECO HIGH BAR TABLE
PAIR OF STOOLS SUITES MUST SEE PICTUREs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Art Deco bar stools with brown leather tops and matching zinc topped table
Please note the delivery
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Zinc
Curled Bars Wrought Iron 53 in. Privacy Yard Gate
Located in New York, NY
Wrought iron scrolls and cast iron spears and finials make up this charming gate. Install it as a stylish decorative piece or as a functional privacy barrier. This is in fair conditi...
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Antique Rustic Adirondack Old Hickory Style Rattan Log Stool Bench Ottoman 22"
By Old Hickory Furniture Company
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Old Hickory style farmhouse / lodge footstool / bench seat / ottoman. Made from rustic natural tree branch / logs with woven rattan seat.
Dimensions:
21.5" x 18" x 14"h
Category
Early 20th Century American Rustic Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Hickory
$875 Sale Price
30% Off
Antique French Renaissance Green Distress Painted Radio Cabinet Bar Cupboard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Renaissance/Baroque Green Distressed Hand Painted Radio/Bar Cabinet Cupboard. Item
Category
Early 1900s Baroque Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Wood, Paint
Antique 19th Century Set of 8 Mahogany Bar Back Dining Chairs – Fine Quality
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique 19th Century Set of 8 Mahogany Bar Back Dining Chairs – Fine Quality Furniture
A rare
Category
1850s English Early Victorian Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Wood, Fabric
$4,771 Sale Price / set
30% Off
Antique French Renaissance Flower Carved Walnut China Cabinet Radio Bar Cabinet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Renaissance Flower Carved Walnut China Cabinet Radio Bar Cabinet. Item features
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Renaissance Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Antique Victorian Quartersawn Oak Chest Washstand Dry Sink W Towel Bar Rack
Located in Dayton, OH
Knapp of Waterloo, WI in 1867, the Knapp Joint was a huge breakthrough for the furniture industry
Category
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Oak
$770 Sale Price
30% Off
French Louis Philippe Griotte Rouge Marble Console/Bar Vanity or Dressing Table
Located in Troy, NY
dressing table/vanity into a special serving console or into a bar, or....
In three parts, the turned
Category
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Griotte Marble
Art Deco Bitters Back Bar Bottle with the Word "Bitters" in Black Enamel
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco back bar bitters bottle with an iridescent frosted surface and black enamel collar and
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Metal
English wire work, nursery fender with brass drying bar 19 century
Located in Charleston, SC
English wire and brass nursery fender with cast-iron base. Additional drying bar across top rail
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique Silver Plated Hand Held School Bell Shaped Cocktail or Bar Shaker
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This silver plated cocktail Shaker is unsigned, but presumed to have been made in England in circa 1935 in the period Art Deco style. The shape of the Shaker is comparable to a hand ...
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Brass
Vintage Italian Chinoiserie Eglomise Mirrored Cabinet, Sideboard or Bar
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Glamorous 1930s art deco Italian chinoiserie cabinet featuring four reverse painted Asian figures on a silver foil background, two cabinet doors in front with bronze seashell hardwar...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Glass
Antique Victorian Carved Oak Marble Top Sideboard Buffet or Bar Cabinet
By Herter Brothers
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Victorian or Arts & Crafts sideboard, buffet server, or bar cabinet
In the
Category
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Marble, Brass
Art Deco Bar Cabinet in Walnut Feather and Chinoiserie Lacquer, 1930s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Art deco bar cabinet in walnut, the grissinato or thousand striped base supports the body of the
Category
1920s Italian Art Deco Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Lacquer
Antique French Carved Walnut Cabinet Wine Bar Renaissance Bookcase c1890
Located in Shreveport, LA
19th century French Carved Walnut Cabinet Bar Renaissance Wine Server Baroque.
Direct from
Category
1890s French Baroque Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Stickley Brothers Antique Mission Oak Arts
Crafts Sideboard or Bar Cabinet
By Stickley Brothers
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period sideboard, buffet server, or bar cabinet
By
Category
Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Copper
Antique Himalayan Cabinet Rustic Tribal Design Bar Cabinet or Chest Hand Carved
Located in Atlanta, GA
size and could be used as a console, bar cabinet, sink vanity, or chest. It has one removable door.
Category
19th Century Pakistani Tribal Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Metal
19th Century Belgian Gothic Revival Carved Dark Oak Bar Cabinet
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Gothic or Renaissance Revival bar cabinet
Belgium, Circa Late 19th Century
Carved
Category
Late 19th Century Belgian Gothic Revival Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Iron
Antique English Victorian Silver Plated Grapevine Oval Bar Tray w/ Monogram
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique English Victorian Silver Plated Grapevine Oval Bar Tray w/ Illegible Monogram. Circa Early
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Corner Cabinet In Baroque Style Made In Walnut
Glass Door With Bars
Located in Lejre, DK
Antique display cabinet in baroque style from around 1900. Made of walnut with glass door and bars
Category
Early 1900s Danish Mid-Century Modern Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Glass, Walnut
19th Century Barock Style Oil Painting Saskia Smiling with Feather Bar
By Rembrandt van Rijn
Located in Berlin, DE
Saskia smiling with feather bar (circa 1633).
Oil on canvas. Exceptionally beautiful copy after
Category
19th Century German Baroque Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Canvas
19th Century French Neoclassical Bar ~ Counter with Carrara Marble Top
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French neoclassical bar ~ counter with Carrara marble Top was originally designed as a
Category
1890s French Neoclassical Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Carrara Marble, Brass
19th Century Secretaire Abattant Standing Drop Front Desk, Dry Bar, TV Cabinet
Located in Madrid, ES
. A handsome and functional piece of furniture with copious storage space. It features dramatic wood
Category
19th Century British Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
19th Century Golden Biedermeier Mirror With Bulls Eye Bars, Austria ca. 1830
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Appealing Austrian gilt wall mirror from the famous Biedermeier period around 1830. The wide, deeply grooved frame (partly carved, partly stucco works) was covered with amazing looki...
Category
Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Gold
Stickley Brothers Style Antique Mission Oak Sideboard or Bar Cabinet, Circa 1900
By Stickley Brothers
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period sideboard, buffet server, or bar cabinet
In the
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Copper
A Good Trio of Arts and Crafts High Bar Stools, in Leather and Golden Oak
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Good Trio of Arts and Crafts High Bar Stools, in Leather and Golden Oak
A trio of early 20th
Category
Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Oak
A Rare Bar Harbor Style One Drawer Server with Top Shelf
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Nashua, NH
A rare Bar Harbor style one drawer wicker server In natural finish. It is beautifully and
Category
Early 20th Century American Other Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Wicker, Reed, Wood
$3,360 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique English Jacobean Carved Oak and Burl Wood Bar Cabinet, Circa 1920s
By R.J. Horner
Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique English Jacobean, Victorian, or Renaissance Revival style bar cabinet
In
Category
1920s American Jacobean Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Oak, Burl
Vintage Chippendale Style Carved Mahogany Server Buffet with Bar Interior
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chippendale Style Carved Mahogany Server Buffet with Bar Interior. Circa Early 20th Century
Category
Early 20th Century Chippendale Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century Machine Stitched Pink and Cream Calico Bar Crib Quilt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century Pennsylvania bar crib quilt is from Lancaster county, Pennsylvania and is treadle
Category
19th Century American Folk Art Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Cotton
Pair of Wrought Iron Andirons with Double Bars, French, 19th Century
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of Gothic wrought Iron andirons has iron shells used as a bar holders. They are French
Category
1880s French Gothic Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
"Female Figure w/ Seltzer Siphon and Orange", Art Deco-Cubist Bar Scene, Swiss
Located in Philadelphia, PA
elements of a modern bar, including a soda siphon, glass and an orange. The painter was Alexander Wilhelm
Category
1920s German Art Deco Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Paint
Original Antique Advertising Poster King Bath Soap Bar Bade Seife Hygiene Health
By Victor Theodor Slama
Located in London, GB
illustration of a pink round bar of soap bar marked with a crown and the brand name King in front of a blue sea
Category
1920s Austrian Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Paper
Early English Marsh Jones Gribb
Co Jacobean Maple
Zebra Wood Bar Cabinet
By John Marsh and Edward Jones
Located in Kennesaw, GA
great bar and does have two glass shelves. This manufacturer has been in business since 1850. It is
Category
Early 20th Century English Gothic Revival Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Brass
Large Art Deco Cabaret Bar Snack Tray by Quist Silverplate
Cut Crystal Liners
By F.W. Quist
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This stunning Art Deco snack tray is a beautiful addition to any cocktail party. The tray is made of silverplated brass and carries seven original cut crystal bowls.
The set is in ve...
Category
1920s German Art Deco Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate, Brass
French Art Deco Cocktail Pick Set, Bird in Wood
Bakelite Cage w/Chrome Bars
Located in Nantucket, MA
forming the bars and caging the carved wood bird inside.
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Silver Overlay Art Deco Back Bar Bottle w/Grid Pattern and Monogram Plaque "L"
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Early 20th century silver overlay clear glass back bar bottle with narrow sterling rings spaced
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique American Oak Farmhouse Kitchen Pantry Ice Box Refrigerator Bar Cabinet
Located in Dayton, OH
A beautiful early 1900s Ice Chest. Made oak with a stout rectangular frame featuring three doors, original brass hardware and paneled sides. Interior is enameled with two mesh shelve...
Category
Early 20th Century American Rustic Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Oak
$1,575 Sale Price
30% Off
Art Deco Philco Radio Bar Type Cocktail Shaker W/ Red and Black Line Decoration
By Radiobar Corp. and Philco
Located in Nantucket, MA
America in their bars.
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Tavolino da Gioco Intarsiato Italia Fine XVIII Secolo
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
Tavolino da gioco impiallacciato in bois de rose, bois de violette, palissandro e mogano. Piano con intarsio ovale centrale in acero rappresentante vasi di fiori, filettature in acer...
Category
18th Century Italian Other Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Wood
Early 20Thc Barrel Back Old Hickory Rocking Chair
By Old Hickory Furniture Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine example of a hand made Old Hickory Furniture Co. barrel back rocking chair in fine as
Category
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Antique Bar Furniture
Materials
Hickory
$1,340 Sale Price
20% Off
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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
- 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 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, 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 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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