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Antique Regency Mahogany Boat Shaped Canterbury
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A very good quality Regency period mahogany boat shaped Canterbury having one ash lined frieze
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

Antique Georgian Mahogany Boat-Shaped Canterbury
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Fine Quality George III Period Mahogany Boat Shaped Canterbury Having Pierced Carrying Handle
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Early 19th Century English Antique Canterbury Furniture

Victorian Burr Walnut Veneered Canterbury
Located in Cheshire, GB
A Victorian burr walnut veneered what-not the mirror back within ornate foliate pierced frame. To the top of bowed outline with pendant drops above a four compartment front joined by...
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19th Century British Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Walnut

English Ottoman or Canterbury of Walnut
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome English ottoman or canterbury stool of carved burr walnut, featuring an upholstered seat
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19th Century English Antique Canterbury Furniture

Antique English 19th Century Mahogany Canterbury
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English 19th century mahogany canterbury.
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Late 19th Century English Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

Antique English Rosewood, Canterbury, circa 1880
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English rosewood, Canterbury, circa 1880.
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Late 19th Century English Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Rosewood

Regency Rosewood Large Canterbury, ca 1805
Located in Westwood, NJ
Regency Rosewood Large Canterbury w Mellon Finials
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19th Century English Antique Canterbury Furniture

Regency-Style Dutch or English Canterbury
Located in San Francisco, CA
Mahogany regency style canterbury with cast bronze feet.
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19th Century Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

19th Century High Victorian Burr Walnut Canterbury
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th Century burr walnut Canterbury, the kidney shaped top inlaid with boxwood lines and floral
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Mid-19th Century Great Britain (UK) High Victorian Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Walnut

Large Late 19th Century Bamboo Canterbury
Located in Houston, TX
Late 19th century large-scale bamboo Canterbury magazine rack with casters and brass hardware.
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Late 19th Century English British Colonial Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Brass

19th Century Finely Turned Travelling Canterbury
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th century finely turned travelling canterbury. Mounted on a brass castors for ease of movement.
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1830s Irish William IV Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Wood

Victorian Walnut Canterbury with Single Drawer
Located in San Francisco, CA
An English walnut 3 section canterbury with well-turned supports ending in toupie feet on casters.
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19th Century English Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Walnut

19th Century Regency Period Mahogany Canterbury
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A stunning quality and fine early 19th century Regency period mahogany canterbury. The four
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Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

c.1860 Hand-Carved English Canterbury
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Hand-carved antique English mahogany canterbury-- Just right next to one's favorite chair keeping
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19th Century English Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

Large and Unusual French Provincial Canterbury
Located in San Francisco, CA
A substantial and attractive French mahogany canterbury, the undulating shaped top over 6 divides
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

19th Century Antique Neoclassical Style Canterbury
Located in Wilton, CT
Well made 19th Century Flame Mahogany Canterbury in original condition with well-turned and carved
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19th Century British Neoclassical Antique Canterbury Furniture

Large English Regency Canterbury Magazine Rack
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare, large English Regency Canterbury magazine rack music storage. Beautiful rich mahogany with
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Early 20th Century English Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

Regency period mahogany four-section canterbury
Located in London, GB
An early 19th century Regency period mahogany four-section Canterbury, having arched Silhouette
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Early 19th Century English Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

Antique Regency Mahogany Boat Shaped Canterbury
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A very good quality late Regency period mahogany boat shaped canterbury having turned upright
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Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

Victorian Style "Canterbury" Music / Magazine Rack
Located in Pomona, CA
A good quality canterbury (sheet music stand) in mahogany with 3 compartments and a drawer. Good
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1920s American Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

Fine 19th Century Regency Rosewood Canterbury
Located in London, GB
An early 19th century Regency period rosewood 4-section Canterbury with carrying handles and turned
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

Fine Regency Rosewood Canterbury with Drawer
Located in San Francisco, CA
A fine Regency rosewood 4 section canterbury, the undulating divides supported by turned columns
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19th Century British Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Rosewood

Early 20th Century English Regency Canterbury
Located in Atlanta, GA
Early 20th century English Canterbury of mahogany designed in the Regency style with three divided
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Early 20th Century English Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Brass

Late Regency Rosewood x- Form Canterbury
Located in San Francisco, CA
A William IV rosewood canterbury, after a design by J. C. Loudon, consisting of 3 X-form divisions
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1820s English William IV Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Rosewood

English Regency Folio Magazine Rack Canterbury
Located in Savannah, GA
Regency period mahogany English Canterbury or magazine rack featuring turned supports, three
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany, Pine

19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut Canterbury
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality Victorian burr walnut Canterbury, ornately decorated with fretwork
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Walnut

Large Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Canterbury
Located in Suffolk, GB
A large Victorian freestanding burr walnut Canterbury having oval shaped ends and pierced fretwork
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Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Walnut

19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut Canterbury
Located in Richmond, Surrey
19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut Canterbury with three sections fitted with original turned
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Walnut

19th Century Victorian Figured Walnut Canterbury
Located in Richmond, Surrey
A very high quality 19th Century Victorian Figured / Burr Walnut Canterbury with table top, three
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Walnut

Victorian Aesthetic Inlaid Amboyna Canterbury Whatnot
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Canterbury whatnot. This is a lovely item, that is full of age, charm and character. An attractive and rare
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1880s Victorian Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Amboyna

Antique English Bamboo Canterbury/Magazine Stand
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
One of the nicest antique English bamboo canterbury's we've had in quite sometime. This fine
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1910s English Country Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Bamboo

Antique Georgian Mahogany Near Pair of Canterbury s
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A near pair of George III period mahogany boat shaped Canterbury's having one frieze drawer to each
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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

Antique William IV Period Large Rosewood Canterbury
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
An exceptionally fine quality William IV period rosewood canterbury of incredibly unusual large
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Canterbury Furniture

19th Century Burr Walnut High Victorian Canterbury
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Fine quality walnut canterbury circa 1860 Top tier with brass gallery, turning supports leading
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Canterbury Furniture

Painted Satinwood Canterbury Sheet Music Stand
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
English Canterbury sheet music stand of satinwood from the 1850's. Elegant shaped sheet music
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19th Century English Antique Canterbury Furniture

Antique Regency circa 1825 Rosewood Canterbury Magazine Rack
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique fine quality Regency circa 1825 rosewood Canterbury magazine rack. This is a lovely item
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1820s Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Rosewood

English Sheraton Mahogany Canterbury, c. 1800-20
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Mahogany Canterbury with bamboo turned legs on cast brass cup castors. The Canterbury features
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Early 19th Century British Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Brass

Antique William IV Rosewood Canterbury, circa 1835
Located in London, GB
This is a gorgeous antique William IV rosewood Canterbury, circa 1835 in date, by T.Treherne, after
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1830s English Antique Canterbury Furniture

Circa 1865-85 Burl Walnut Canterbury Stand Table
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1865-85 Canterbury stand table with drawer & gallery, English. Burl walnut. Brass diamond
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Walnut

Regency English Mahogany Antique Boat Shaped Canterbury
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Good Quality Regency Mahogany Boat Shaped Canterbury Having Elegant Turned Upright Supports And
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19th Century English Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

19th Century English Rosewood X Frame Canterbury
Located in London, GB
This very handsome and excellent quality English rosewood Canterbury features an ‘X’ frame design
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Mid-19th Century British Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Rosewood

19th Century walnut canterbury with woolwork decoration
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th Century walnut canterbury with woolwork decoration in panels on the front and boxwood
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19th Century British Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Walnut

English Turned Spindle Canterbury or Magazine Rack
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome English canterbury (for sheet music) or magazine rack featuring a frame of turned
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19th Century English Antique Canterbury Furniture

English Turned Spindle Canterbury or Magazine Rack
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome English canterbury (for sheet music) or magazine rack featuring a frame of turned wood
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19th Century English Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Metal

Quality Victorian Antique Walnut Canterbury What Not
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
QUALITY VICTORIAN ANTIQUE WALNUT CANTERBURY WHAT NOT WITH BLIND FREIZE DRAWER CIRCA
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19th Century English Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Walnut

Rustic 19th Century Magazine Rack or Canterbury
Located in Essex, MA
Continental Rustic Wool Basket/Magazine Rack, with two central divisions having turned spindles and slats to the base
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19th Century European Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Fruitwood

Anglo-Indian Portable Ebony Canterbury, circa 1870
Located in Kinderhook, NY
Anglo-Indian portable canterbury or magazine stand, circa 1870, having spindle-turned ebony frame
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19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Canterbury Furniture

Regency Mahogany Four Section Canterbury with Drawer
Located in San Francisco, CA
A Regency mahogany four section canterbury with a single drawer, the body with well-turned corner
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Brass

Rare English Mahogany Brass Mounted Folio Canterbury
Located in San Francisco, CA
An unusual English Regency style mahogany folio canterbury divided into 2 sections the corners with
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19th Century English Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Brass

Antique Edwardian Mahogany Inlaid Canterbury, circa 1890
Located in London, GB
, 4 inches Canterbury is a piece of portable, occasional furniture, consisting of an open-topped
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1890s English Antique Canterbury Furniture

Nineteenth Century Mahogany Canterbury / Music / Magazine Stand
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Mahogany canterbury of rectilinear form having angled sides and straight vertical ends rising from
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Early 19th Century English William IV Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

19th Century French Gothic Canterbury in Walnut
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
An early 19th century French walnut canterbury or magazine rack, the three closed division top with
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Early 19th Century French Gothic Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Walnut

19th Century American Mahogany Canterbury for Music
Located in Milford, NH
A fine mahogany lyre form Canterbury for sheet music with brass casters. American, dating to the
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19th Century American Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Mahogany

Early 20th Century English Sheraton Style Canterbury
Located in Atlanta, GA
Early 20th century English Sheraton style boat-shaped canterbury with four turned corner supports
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Early 20th Century English Sheraton Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Brass

Antique 19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut Canterbury
Located in Suffolk, GB
19th century antique Victorian burr walnut canterbury having unusual pierced fretwork sides with
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Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Canterbury Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Early 19th Century Regency Period Mahogany Canterbury
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
An early 19th Century, Regency period mahogany Canterbury, magazine or newspaper stand. Striking X
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Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Wood

Large Floor Standing Magazine Rack or Canterbury
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large Floor Standing Magazine Rack or Canterbury This is a larger than usual piece, and would
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1890s Art Deco Antique Canterbury Furniture

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Walnut

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Antique Canterbury Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of antique canterbury furniture you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, mahogany and walnut, every item from our selection of antique canterbury furniture was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of antique canterbury furniture — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An object in our assortment of antique canterbury furniture, designed in the Regency, Victorian or Georgian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one option in this array of antique canterbury furniture that is appealing in its simplicity, but Gillows of Lancaster London, Bruce James Talbert and Coalport Porcelain produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Canterbury Furniture?

Prices for a piece of antique canterbury furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $133 and can go as high as $31,200, while the average can fetch as much as $2,245.
Questions About Antique Canterbury Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    A piece of furniture is considered an antique if it is at least 100 years old.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, 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, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    Many 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, 2021
    There 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, 2021
    Antique 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, 2024
    Whether 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, 2024
    To 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 ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    How 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, 2021
    The 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
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    PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020

    To 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, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    To 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 4, 2024
    To 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 24, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    To 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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