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French Louis XV Style 19th Century Marquetry Dressing Table with Floral Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XV style marquetry dressing table from the 19th century, with floral motifs and cabriole legs. Born in France during the 19th century, this exquisite marquetry table f...
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Brass
Fine Louis XV Style Dressing Table by Maison Giroux
By Maison Giroux
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
by Christopher Payne in his book 'Paris Furniture: The Luxury Market of the 19th Century'; p. 367
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Bronze
French Empire Bronze / Mahogany Vanity
Located in Tarry Town, NY
French Empire style mahogany vanity / dressing table with gilt bronze mounted design and oval attached mirror, front pulling drawer and side pair of candelabra. The vanity / dressing...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
Maurice Dufrene Dressing Table
By Maurice Dufrêne
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Exposition held in San Francisco.
Dufrene designed furniture, glass, textiles, leather goods, stoneware and
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood, Hardwood, Mahogany
Antique French Louis XV Vanity Table with Gilt Bronze Mounts/Porcelain Cameos
Located in Houston, TX
Exceptional French vanity table with gilt bronze mounts and inlaid porcelain plates in the Sevres style having a ground of celeste blue.
Painted with a floral motif. The mirrored ba...
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1890s French Louis XVI Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Walnut
19th century rosewood worktable
Located in Altrincham, GB
19th century rosewood worktable, the top with canted corners and inverted bowfront opening to reveal a fitted interior with lidded compartments above a drawer out section, all suppor...
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood, Satinwood
Country House Vanity circa, Louis Philippe 19 Eme
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Antique vanity unit in painted wood and white marble, louis philippe style, 19th century.
Good general condition, yellowing stain on part of the marble.
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Late 19th Century Louis Philippe Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Marble
Important Burr
Burl Gothic Antique Dressing Table with Polished Brass Fittings
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare and important, Museum quality, Gothic style Antique Burr & Burl Walnut Dressing table with oversized, polished brass fittings
This ...
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18th Century European Gothic Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Walnut
19th Century French Mahogany Vanity Table with Swan
s Heads in Empire Style
Located in Sofia, BG
French hand carved mahogany vanity table with black marble top. There is an original crystal oval mirror on the top part surrounded by two asymmetrical swan's heads. The piece is rai...
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Mid-19th Century French Empire Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Marble
$2,603 Sale Price
50% Off
French Ormolu-Mounted Kingwood and Parquetry Vanity Dressing Table
Located in Doylestown, PA
French Louis XV style ormolu-mounted kingwood and satinwood parquetry dressing table or coiffeuse, late 19th century.
Incredibly luxurious petite dressing table inlaid with trellis ...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
Art Deco Cabinet
Located in Pompano Beach, FL
French Art Deco mini makeup cabinet/table in macassar ebony with elaborately inlaid lemon wood and small drawers.
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Ebony, Macassar
$3,100 Sale Price
24% Off
Early 19th Century English Mahogany Leather Top Dressing Table or Lowboy
Located in Milford, NH
A nice example of an English mahogany dressing table, lowboy or server - with tooled leather top with gilt border decoration surmounting a case with single frieze drawer over two fit...
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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Brass
French Charles X Dressing Table
Located in Stamford, CT
A French Charles X mahogany dressing table with original marble top and bronze decoration. Pine cone finials perhaps later.
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19th Century French Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Restored 19th Century Alfred Beurdeley French Louis XV Coiffeuse Dressing Table
By Emmanuel-Alfred Beurdeley
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
eighteenth century furniture. His clients included Napoleon III and the Empress Eugénie.
Life: In 1875 E
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Hardwood, Walnut
French Deco Exotic Wood Vanity Mirror Chest of Drawers manner of Paul Frankl
By Paul Frankl
Located in Chicago, IL
Deco vanity mirror with chest of drawers. Use of exotic woods on a deco skyscraper base. The handles are 2 types of wood. No markings or labels. Appears to be of French origin. An ea...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Wood
Fine French Art Deco Thuya Wood Vanity w/ dressing mirror, Maurice Dufrène
By Maurice Dufrêne
Located in New York City, NY
Important and spectacular French Art Deco vanity in beautifully figured thuya wood, attributed to Maurice Dufrène.
Created in full burl wood with marquetry inlay, this vanity has th...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Marble
English Mahogany Dressing Table
Located in Woodbury, CT
English, George III mahogany dressing table on club legs with lappet carved knee and terminating in pad feet. The interior of this table is fully outfitted with an adjustable mirror ...
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19th Century British George III Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Queen Anne Walnut and Burl Walnut Lowboy, English Mid-18th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
A Queen Anne walnut and burl walnut lowboy dressing table. The top with figured burl walnut with walnut cross banding above a pair of short drawers over a single long drawer, standin...
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Mid-18th Century English Queen Anne Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Antique Karl Johan Dressing Table/Vanity
Mirror in Mahogany w/ Rococo Carvings
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
An exquisite Karl Johan dressing table or vanity in fine West Indies mahogany with elaborate floral and foliate rococo carvings along the mirror frame and center pedestal base. Offer...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Louis Philippe Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Minton Secessionist No.1 Vase Rare Colourway
By Minton
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Minton Secessionist No.1 vase of stretched barrel-like form. Rare white ground with multi-coloured details version and black slip-trailed decoration. Maker's marks to base printed, '...
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1910s Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Earthenware
Austria Glass Vase with Viennese Coat of Arms Around 1890
Located in Wien, AT
Austria glass vase with Vienna coat of arms around 1890, rare, hand painted, good original condition.
Category
1890s Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Glass
Antique Country Vanity, Entry Mirror with Cabinets, Pine , Wax Polished
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Antique country vanity, entry mirror with cabinets, all solid pine restored and wax polished
Measures cm: H 175, W 112, D 32.
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19th Century Austrian Country Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Mirror
Lovely Federal Mahogany and Marble Vanity with Bronze Details
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Elegant mahogany Federal style antique vanity table having gorgeous bronze details and white marble top. There's a single drawer and two mini side drawers.
Original key included.
M...
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19th Century North American Federal Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Marble
$1,440 Sale Price
51% Off
Early 20th Century American Fruitwood Washstand
Located in Germantown, MD
An early 20th century american fruitwood washstand featuring a single large drawer with peg joints,, a lower storage with shelf. Very good antique condition. Floor to counter top is ...
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
Paul Sormani French Late 19th Century Dressing Table for Restoration
By Paul Sormani
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Brass label on one drawer- Paul Sormani, Paris. A fine Louis XV style podreuse, the shaped top with tall side drawers, an adjustable cartouche form mirror, and flour scrolling brass ...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Art Nouveau Pearwood Vanity Table With Mirror Circa 1910
Located in Opole, PL
Art Nouveau Pearwood Vanity Table With Mirror Circa 1910
This grand Art Nouveau-style console and mirror exudes old-world glamour with its intricately carved pearwood frame and fan-...
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1910s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Pearwood
$3,124 Sale Price
20% Off
Finnegan’s of London Exquisite Mahogany Dressing Table with Accessories
By Finnigans, London 1
Located in Milford, NH
A fine example of a Finnegan’s of London exquisite dressing table in solid mahogany and mahogany veneer. The fold out table supports a three mirror back and folding sides. This opens...
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1910s English Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
19th Century French Empire Mahogany, Gilt and Marble Topped Dressing Table
By François-Honoré-Georges Jacob-Desmalter
Located in London, GB
Constructed using a fine Honduras mahogany with gilt highlights, Bleu Tarquin marble and richly dressed with fire gilt ormolu mounts of the highest quality. The table of lyre end sup...
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19th Century French Empire Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
French Louis XV Style Bleached Dressing Table
Located in Queens, NY
French Louis XV-style (19/20th Century) bleached dressing table with 3 drawers.
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique Honduras Hardwood Dressing Table Lion Hair Paw Carved Feet Part of Suite
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this exquisite quality circa 1900 Honduras Mahogany dressing or vanity table with lion hairy paw feet
This piece is part of a large suite, I hav...
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Early 1900s English Late Victorian Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
1890 English Ironstone Basin and Pitcher on Mirrored Oak Washstand
Located in Germantown, MD
1890 English ironstone basin and pitcher on mirrored oak washstand in very good condition. Mirror seems to have been replaces and is in good condition. Measures 33.5" in width, 17.5"...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Ironstone, Mirror, Oak
Monumental Pair of Gilt-Bronze Mounted Cut Crystal Vases
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Monumental Pair of Gilt-Bronze Mounted Cut Crystal Vases
Each of impressive baluster form, composed of finely diamond-cut crystal with a flaring rim, central knop, and spreading circ...
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19th Century Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Glass
Ormolu Mounted Amboyna and Mahogany Louis XVI Style Antique Dressing Table
Located in London, GB
Ormolu mounted amboyna and mahogany Louis XVI style antique dressing table
French, late 19th century
Measures: height 91cm, width 70cm, depth 44.5cm
Beautiful crafted from an ar...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
French 19th Century Louis XV St. Tulipwood, Kingwood And Ormolu Vanity Table
By François Linke
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A spectacular and extremely high quality French 19th century Louis XV st. Tulipwood, Kingwood and Ormolu vanity table, attributed to François Linke. The vanity is raised by elegant a...
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
Louis XV Rosewood Veneered Parquetry Design Dressing Table
Located in Palm Desert, CA
An elegant Louis XV rosewood veneered parquetry design dressing table (coiffeuse) with folding looking-glass, compartments and drawers, France, mid-18th century.
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Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Louis XV Tulipwood and Amaranth Table De Toilette, circa 1760
Located in Spencertown, NY
A ladies dressing table with adjustable mirror, compartments on either sides and writing slide in center.
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1760s French Louis XV Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Tulipwood
$4,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Modernist Yellow Vanity by Hendrik Wouda, Pine
Marble, 1924
By H.Pander
Zonen, Hendrik Wouda
Located in Antwerp, BE
Modernist yellow vanity, Hendrik Wouda, H. Pander & Zonen, Netherlands, 1924.
Painted pine, marble, silk.
The Interbellum, the period between the two World Wars, was a time whe...
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1920s Dutch Modern Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Belgian Black Marble
$7,337 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Nouveau Teak Hand Carved Vanity Cum Writing Table With Drawers
Brass Pulls
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A vanity straight out the British Raj in Art Nouveau fashion. Solidly constructed from teak wood with hand carved scrolling legs and original bevel mirror and brass hardware. Nice pa...
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1910s British Indian Ocean Territory Anglo Raj Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Teak
$1,896 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century French Vanity Table in Red Hand Painted Wood with Chinese Scene
Located in Sofia, BG
19th century impressing vanity table made in hand carved wood with Chinese figures hand painted in gold as a decoration of the piece which is painted in beautiful red colour with gol...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Wood
$2,750 Sale Price
30% Off
Lovely Antique English 19th C. inlaid flame mahogany Dressing Table or Vanity
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
A Lovely Antique English Edwardian Inlaid Flame or Crotch Mahogany Ladies Dressing Table or Vanity with attached (and removable) original oval framed mirror. This piece is made from...
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Late 19th Century English Edwardian Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Mahogany, Satinwood
Elegant Mahogany Vanity Table in Light Brown From the Late 19th Century
Located in Opole, PL
Elegant Mahogany Vanity Table in Light Brown From the Late 19th Century
This majestic mahogany dressing table effortlessly marries function and opulence. Its gracefully curved mirro...
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Early 20th Century European Victorian Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Mahogany, Mirror, Wood
$2,650 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century Louis XV Style Tulipwood Parquetry Sewing Table
Located in Vero Beach, FL
19th century Louis XV style tulipwood parquetry sewing table
Ladies small sewing table with a lift-up lid. The interior has the original velvet inset. Beneath is a tray containing c...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Tulipwood
Antique Dressing Table/ Chest of Drawers with Gustavian Grey Paint
Oval Mirror
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A late 19th century pine chest of drawers or dressing table with newly-painted Gustavian grey/white or driftwood color paint. Offers an oval dressing mirror that pivots and rests ove...
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Late 19th Century Scandinavian Late Victorian Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Pine
Larkin and Co. Antique Tier Quater Sawn Oak Vanity / Dresser Circa 1930s
Located in Germantown, MD
Larkin and Co. antique tier quater sawn oak vanity / dresser with integrated mirror Circa 1930s
Measures 42"W x 19"D x 32.25"H x 44"H overall height
Knee clearance is 25". Lower Ti...
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Brass
Plaster vase with floral pattern, 1920s
Located in Lisboa, PT
Plaster vase with a low relief floral pattern, insects and a frog. France, 1920s.
Category
1920s French Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Plaster
18th century Louis XVI Dressing Table
Located in Belmont, MA
Louis XVI dressing table, France 1780. For the beautiful marquetry, the maker combined two types of veneer: Walnut and kingwood. The dressing table has one exterior drawer, a built ...
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1780s French Louis XVI Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Kingwood, Walnut
$3,500 Sale Price
32% Off
19th C. American Empire Flame Mahogany Shaving Stand Vanity Desk Dressing Table
Located in Dayton, OH
Exquisite antique early 19th century American Empire Period flame mahogany two drawer shaving stand with acanthus carved harped shaped supports, original brass knobs, adjustable mirr...
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Early 19th Century American American Empire Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Mahogany
$2,450 Sale Price
30% Off
Antique French Louis Philippe Provincial Maple Wash Table W/ Carrara Marble
Located in Astoria, NY
A charming late 19th-century French Provincial wash table or vanity, made in the style of Louis Philippe and sourced directly from Provence, France. Beautifully hand-crafted from sol...
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Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Carrara Marble
Terracotta Jug
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Small terracotta jug with a rounded body, short neck, and opposing loop handles. The surface shows a naturally worn patina with areas of glaze residue around the rim, consistent with...
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19th Century French Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
$195
Terra Cotta Jug
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Small terra cotta jug with a single side handle and rounded body, showing an aged surface with darkened patina and wear consistent with use. Thick-walled construction with a slightly...
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19th Century French Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
$195
1925
s Ceramic vase by Sue et Mare
By Sue et Mare
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
1925's ceramic urne designed by duet of French artists Louis Sue and André Mare.
France
Documented
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1920s French Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Rene Lalique Opalescent Glass Danaides Vase
By René Lalique
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Rene Lalique Opalescent Glass 'Danaides' Vase. This pattern features the Daughters of Danaus stood pouring water from a vessel. Stencilled makers mark, 'R. LALIQUE FRANCE'. Book refe...
Category
1920s Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Glass
Antique Old Paris Hand Painted Porcelain Portrait Vase C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Old Paris Hand Painted Porcelain Portrait Vase C1890
Measures - 13"H x 6.25"W x 6.25"D
A stunning example of Old Paris porcelain, this hand-painted vase from circa 1890 featu...
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19th Century Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$440 Sale Price
20% Off
Small Terra Cotta Jug
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Small antique terra cotta jug with a rounded body, single pulled handle, and short flared neck. Naturally worn surface with darkened patina from utilitarian use.
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19th Century French Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
French Terracotta Confit Pot
Located in Charlottesville, VA
French terracotta confit pot with a tapered body and thickened rim, showing areas of original green glaze remaining at the lip and extensive surface wear from storage use.
Category
19th Century French Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
19th Century Terra Cotta Jug
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Antique terra cotta jug of classical amphora form with a tall ovoid body, narrow foot, and twin loop handles at the shoulder. Unglazed, hand-thrown construction with weathered surfac...
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19th Century French Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
Dutch Delft Style Blue
White Ceramic Flower Brick, France Early 20th C.
Located in South Salem, NY
holds stems for compact arrangements. Perfect for bathrooms, nightstands, and desks, this collectible
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Early 20th Century French Antique Bathroom Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
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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
- 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 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, 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 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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