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Victorian Bamboo Bathroom Mirror Cabinet Vanity Washstand London England
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
A tall Victorian bamboo bathroom washstand vanity unit by Dickins and Son, Regent Street London
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Mirror
Beautiful quality antique Edwardian bathroom set
Located in Ipswich, GB
Beautiful quality antique Edwardian bathroom set, having a beautiful antique Edwardian wash set by
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
$622 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Beautiful quality antique Victorian bathroom set
Located in Ipswich, GB
Beautiful quality antique Victorian bathroom set, having a beautiful antique Victorian wash set
Category
Early 19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
$639 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Stunning antique Edwardian Medway bathroom set
Located in Ipswich, GB
Stunning antique Edwardian Medway bathroom set, comprising of two jugs, one basin, a large pail
Category
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
$1,043 Sale Price / set
20% Off
French Porcelain Bathroom Fitting Signed Paris
Located in Stockbridge, GA
French Porcelain bathroom fitting signed Paris
Measures: Shelf 22.25” W x 5.5” D x 3.5” H
Tower
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$2,900 / set
English Sterling Silver Vanity or Bathroom Jar Box
Located in New York, NY
a vanity or dressing table, powder room, bathroom, etc., to hold various items (shown holding cotton
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Unique Bathroom Set by Ditmar Urbach, 1920s
By Ditmar Urbach
Located in Praha, CZ
Set of Art Deco or Bauhaus bathroom accesories by Ditmar Urbach from late 1920s. Two wall lamps
Category
1920s German Art Deco Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Opaline Glass
$3,493 / set
Arts and Crafts Bathroom Wall Mirror with Towel Rail
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Arts and Crafts bathroom wall mirror with towel rail
This is a very attractive piece, which
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Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Antique Townhouse Washstand, English, Arts
Crafts, Bathroom Cabinet, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique townhouse washstand. An English, oak and granite bathroom cabinet in Arts
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Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Granite
Exceptional Antique Welsh or English Floral Painted Porcelain Bathroom Box
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A rare and exceptional Welsh or English antique porcelain bathroom box hand-painted with floral
Category
19th Century British Regency Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Classic Industrial metal
glass Medical/ Display cabinet / kitchen, bathroom
By Cole Steel, Hamilton
Located in Buffalo, NY
. Perfect for bathroom or kitchen, In the process of ordering shelf clips and glass.. Piece has been
Category
1920s American Industrial Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Steel
Stunning quality antique Edwardian Wedgwood Etruria ceramic bathroom set
Located in Ipswich, GB
Stunning quality antique Edwardian Wedgwood Etruria ceramic bathroom set, comprising of a jug and
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
$781 Sale Price / set
20% Off
19th Century Three French Restored Brass Door Bathroom Handles
Located in Sofia, BG
Three French brass door bathroom handles adapted to actual standards of use.
The restoration is
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Brass
Art Nouveau Style Curved Wood Bathroom Cabinet _ Kohn 1904/1907
By Jacob
Josef Kohn
Located in Charmes, FR
Kohn dressing mirror, catalogue 1904/1907. Art Nouveau period. Psyche mirror, bevelled and removable. Art nouveau motif in embossed wood on the top. in very good condition
Category
Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique / Industrial 36 cubby hole post office sorting desk / bathroom / kitchen
Located in Buffalo, NY
original wire mesh back,,perfect piece for bathroom or kitchen, Hand delivery avail to New York City or
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1910s American Industrial Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Metal
Antique Oval Bedside Cabinet, French, Amboyna, Marble, Bathroom, Victorian, 1870
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique oval bedside cabinet. A French, Amboyna and marble boudoir or bathroom
Category
Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Marble
Antique Persian Malayer Rug for Entry, Kitchen, Foyer, or Bathroom
Located in Dallas, TX
77286, antique Persian Malayer rug for entry, kitchen, foyer, or bathroom. This hand knotted wool
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Wool
$2,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Bathroom Set in Green Marble, Italy Early 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Bathroom Set is an original design decroative item realized in Italy at Early 20th Century
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Marble, Metal
Remarkable quality antique Edwardian bathroom set by Mark Jones
Sons
Located in Ipswich, GB
Remarkable quality antique Edwardian bathroom set by mark Jones & Sons, comprising of a pale wash
Category
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
$901 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Antique Persian Bakhtiari Rug for Kitchen, Bathroom, Foyer or Entry Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
73432 antique Persian Bakhtiari rug for Kitchen, Bathroom, Foyer or Entry rug. This hand knotted
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Early 20th Century Persian Rustic Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Wool
$1,360 Sale Price
20% Off
Pl. 15 Antique Print of Greece Bathroom Scenes by Racinet,
circa 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Greece - Grece - Griechenland'. Chromolithograph of Greece bathroom scenes
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Paper
$94 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique "Bath House 2" Green Painted Metal 3 Tier Rolling Bathroom Trolley Cart
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique "Bath House 2" Green Painted Metal 3 Tier Rolling Bathroom Trolley Cart. Item features
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Metal
19th Century French Hand Painted Large Ceramic Bathroom Plate by Gien
By Gien
Located in Sofia, BG
19th century French hand made and hand painted large fine ceramic bathroom plate with a special
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
$439 Sale Price
30% Off
Vintage Lidded Soap Dish, English, Glass, Bathroom Tray, Art Deco, Circa 1930
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage lidded soap dish. An English, art glass bathroom tray in Art Deco taste, dating
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Art Glass
Antique Print of a Bathroom Design for Hotel De Jansen in Paris, France, c.1785
Located in Langweer, NL
bathroom. This print originates from 'Jardins Anglo-Chinois à la Mode' by Georg Louis le Rouge. Artists and
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18th Century Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Paper
$341 Sale Price
20% Off
Romweber French Provincial Louis XV Burl Wood Vanity, Circa 1920s
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Provincial Louis XV style vanity or writing desk
By Romweber
USA, Circa 1920s
Stunning book-matched exotic burled Acacia wood, with carved cabriole legs, and...
Category
1920s American French Provincial Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Brass
Romweber French Provincial Louis XV Burl Wood Vanity and Chair, Circa 1920s
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Provincial Louis XV style vanity or writing desk with matching chair
By Romweber
USA, Circa 1920s
Stunning book-matched exotic burled Acacia wood, with carve...
Category
1920s American French Provincial Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Brass
Romweber Style French Provincial Louis XV Carved Satinwood Vanity, Circa 1920s
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style kidney shaped vanity or ladies writing desk
In the manner of Romweber
USA, Circa 1920s
Beautiful carved satinwood, with original painte...
Category
1920s American French Provincial Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Brass
Early 20th C. Berkey and Gay William and Mary Style Vanity Table Desk
By Berkey
Gay Furniture
Located in Germantown, MD
A very fine, handcrafted Berkey and Gay Furniture William and Mary Style Vanity Table Desk. All
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Early 20th Century American William and Mary Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Walnut
1903 Marvel Bevelled Three Mirror Oak Vanity
By Marvel Furniture Company
Located in Asheville, NC
Marvel Furniture company oak vanity, circa 1903. With three-bevelled mirrors and three drawers
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Oak
Romweber French Provincial Louis XV Burl Wood Vanity, Circa 1920s
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Provincial Louis XV style vanity or writing desk
By Romweber
USA, Circa 1920s
Stunning book-matched exotic burled Narra wood, with carved cabriole legs, and ...
Category
1920s American Louis XV Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Potiches in Ceramic Pottery Manufacture Carlton Ware England
900
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
Pair of porcelain potiches with chinoiserie decoration with enamels and strong gold highlights. Collar and base finely decorated with lace. Pho dog-shaped socket painted in pure gold...
Category
Early 20th Century English Other Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Amphorae in Maiolica Central Southern Italy Late 19th century
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
Pair of polychrome majolica amphorae with grotesque motifs. Reserves on both sides decorated with allegorical-mythological motifs. The highly inset side handles are supported by wing...
Category
1890s Italian Other Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Maiolica
Louis XVI Revival Flip-Top Dressing Table with Ormolu Mounts, Late 19th Century
Located in North Palm Beach, FL
English or American firms producing furniture in the French taste. Elegant, richly detailed, and
Category
1890s Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Antique dressing table from Northern Europe, circa 1880. After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique dressing table from the late 19th century, Northern Europe.
This piece of furniture is in
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Late 19th Century Scandinavian Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Wooden dressing table with silver rose-shaped applications, mirror and drawer
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Rosewood dressing table with silver rose-shaped applications, tilting mirror, drawer and four-legged base. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Javali II. Title: We...
Category
19th Century European Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Silver
$1,000 Sale Price
50% Off
Rosewood dressing table with silver trims, tilting mirror
lined drawer
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Rosewood dressing table with trembles and silver applications, tilting mirror and lined drawer with four-legged base. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: javali II...
Category
19th Century European Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Silver
$875 Sale Price
50% Off
Marble dressing table with silver accents
mirror
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Marble dressing table with floral motifs applied in silver, rosewood columns supporting a mirror with a bow, and topped by pine cone-shaped knobs. Metal: Silver. Origin:...
Category
19th Century European Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Silver
$1,000 Sale Price
50% Off
Outstanding French Satinwood Dressing Table
Located in Swadlincote, GB
quality antique furniture and accessories of all types.
Category
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Satinwood
French Art Deco Dressing Table by Christian Krass , 1925
By Christian Krass
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
craftsmanship evident throughout.
A rare and beautifully preserved example of French Art Deco furniture by a
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Macassar
Rare Satinwood Paint Decorated Adams Style Ladies Vanity circa 1890
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
furniture.
Measures 66.25 tall x 50.25 wide x 25.5 deep
Keywords: Adams style vanity, English neoclassical
Category
1890s English Adam Style Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Satinwood
Small toilet inlaid in different woods, Napoleon III taste, 19th century
Located in Milano, IT
top decorated with a musical trophy that opens above compartments and at the back a mirror. On the girdle a geometric decoration, fluted truncated legs joined by molded crossbars, po...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Nutwood
Satinwood Inlaid Dressing Table
Located in Cheshire, GB
A fine early 20th-century satinwood dressing table, distinguished by its warm tone and beautifully figured veneers throughout. The shaped top is surmounted by an elegant arrangement ...
Category
Early 20th Century British Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Satinwood
Walnut wood dressing table with small drawer, marble top and flip-up mirror
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique console table, Toelette made of walnut wood, complete with drawer, marble top carrara white and flip-up mirror with candle holder. Original from the 1800s era, origin Piedmo...
Category
19th Century Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Nutwood
20th Century Wood with Onyx Top French Empire Style Dressing Table, 1920s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
zoomorphic in gilded and chiseled bronze (see photo). Bedroom, bathroom or living room furniture with
Category
1920s French Empire Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Onyx
1900s French Metal Vanity With Marble Top and Mirror
Located in High Point, NC
This elegant 1900s French metal vanity exemplifies early 20th-century design with its refined balance of industrial structure and decorative detail. Crafted from blackened metal, the...
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Marble, Metal
French Mid-Century Pecan Wood Dressing Table
Located in Queens, NY
French Mid-Century (1940s) pecan wood dressing table with a parquetry top and mirror (20" high) over a drawer centered by 2 open side shelves.
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Nutwood
Art Deco Modernist Dressing Table or Vanity by Hendrik Wouda for Pander, 1924
By Hendrik Wouda, H.Pander
Zonen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
your home or office. We will ship this lovely piece of furniture in a custom made wooden crate for safe
Category
1920s Dutch Art Deco Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Stone
A Rare Thonet Bentwood Oak Shaving Stand / Vanity with Mirror, 19th C.
By Thonet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This beautiful and sculptural piece features an oval swivel mirror flanked by two scrolling supports joining in a single support, above three oval storage compartments with swivel tr...
Category
Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Oak
Silver Champagne Peppers Pot Henry Wilkinson
Co Sheffield, for G H Mumm, 1879
By Henry Wilkinson
Co.
Located in Stockholm, SE
A highly unusual and decorative pepper pot in sterling silver, designed in the form of a naturalistic champagne cork. Executed with crossed pegs for easier opening and a realisticall...
Category
1870s French Victorian Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Silver
A French Brass and Marble Vanity with Mirror, C. 1890.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A charming late-19th-century French brass vanity featuring two marble shelves and an adjustable beveled mirror with beautifully aged glass. The brass gallery and turned finials add d...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Marble, Brass
Art Nouveau Dressing or Vanity Table with a Mirror, done in solid walnut
By Louis Majorelle
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a very rare Art Nouveau Dressing or Vanity Table with a mirror, done in style of Louis Majorelle. It features beautiful lines characteristic for Art Nou...
Category
1910s French Art Nouveau Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Brass
$5,280 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Japanese Wood
Brass Small Low Kyodai Vanity Dressing Table with Mirror
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote.
Antique Japanese Wood & Brass Small Low Kyodai Vanity Dressing Table with Beveled Gla...
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Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Brass
1900s French Metal Vanity With Marble Top and Mirror
Located in High Point, NC
This 1900s French metal vanity combines delicate ironwork with functional elegance, showcasing the lightness and charm of early 20th-century design. The piece features a white marble...
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Marble, Metal
Vintage Victorian Revival Walnut Dressing Table Vanity Desk w Trifold Mirror 68"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Victorian Revival, dressing table / vanity. Made of walnut featuring a trifold mirror and four drawers.
Dimensions:
67.5" h x 18.5" d x 51" w, surface 30"
Category
Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Walnut
$1,120 Sale Price
30% Off
ANTIQUE GEORGIAN HARDWOOD WASH VANiTY STAND WITH J
MP BELL EARTHENWARE BOWL
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning original Antique Georgian Circa 1820 Vanity wash table stand with period J
MP Bell &...
Category
1820s English Georgian Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Earthenware, Hardwood
Swedish Gustavian Centre Mirror Carved Dressing Table Early 20th Century White
Located in Lewes, England
Antique Swedish Gustavian single mirror carved dressing table in later white paint with 2 pedestal cabinets with carved motifs.
It has the original l glass in the large mirror with ...
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Pine
$3,236 Sale Price
40% Off
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Antique Bathroom Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic piece of antique bathroom furniture available at 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, metal and glass. Your living room may not be complete without an item from our selection of antique bathroom furniture — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A choice in our collection of antique bathroom furniture made by Art Nouveau designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. A well-made object in our assortment of antique bathroom furniture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Daum, Emile Gallé and Loetz Glass are consistently popular.
How Much is a Antique Bathroom Furniture?
Prices for a piece of antique bathroom furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $47 and can go as high as $1,108,462, while the average can fetch as much as $2,672.
Finding the Right Vases for You
Whether it’s a Chinese Han dynasty glazed ceramic wine vessel, a work of Murano glass or a hand-painted Scandinavian modern stoneware piece, a fine vase brings a piece of history into your space as much as it adds a sophisticated dynamic.
Like sculptures or paintings, antique and vintage vases are considered works of fine art. Once offered as tributes to ancient rulers, vases continue to be gifted to heads of state today. Over time, decorative porcelain vases have become family heirlooms to be displayed prominently in our homes — loved pieces treasured from generation to generation.
The functional value of vases is well known. They were traditionally utilized as vessels for carrying dry goods or liquids, so some have handles and feature an opening at the top (where they flare back out). While artists have explored wildly sculptural alternatives over time, the most conventional vase shape is characterized by a bulbous base and a body with shoulders where the form curves inward.
Owing to their intrinsic functionality, vases are quite possibly versatile in ways few other art forms can match. They’re typically taller than they are wide. Some have a neck that offers height and is ideal for the stems of cut flowers. To pair with your mid-century modern decor, the right vase will be an elegant receptacle for leafy snake plants on your teak dining table, or, in the case of welcoming guests on your doorstep, a large ceramic floor vase for long tree branches or sticks — perhaps one crafted in the Art Nouveau style — works wonders.
Interior designers include vases of every type, size and style in their projects — be the canvas indoors or outdoors — often introducing a splash of color and a range of textures to an entryway or merely calling attention to nature’s asymmetries by bringing more organically shaped decorative objects into a home.
On 1stDibs, you can browse our collection of vases by material, including ceramic, glass, porcelain and more. Sizes range from tiny bud vases to massive statement pieces and every size in between.
Questions About Antique Bathroom 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.
- 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.
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