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Antique 18th Century Georgian Flame Mahogany Chest on Chest Highboy Dresser 1780
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique flame mahogany Georgian chest on chest tallboy, circa 1780.
The chest on chest is in
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Antique 1780s English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Walnut Antique Belgium Chests
Located in New York, NY
Pair of walnut antique Belgium chests. The chests are in the original condition. Has brass handles
Category
Antique 1880s Belgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$9,900 / set
Antique Tall 5 Drawer Scottish Mahogany Chest
Located in Oakwood, GA
Antique Tall 5 Drawer Scottish Chest, Mahogany, 69"H
Beautiful monumental chest
Solid Mahogany
Category
Early 20th Century Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Indonesian Madurese Javanese Chinoiserie Red Lacquered Carved Wood Chest
Located in Forney, TX
A charming antique Indonesian floral hand-carved wooden wedding chest.
Hand-crafted in Indonesia
Category
Early 20th Century Southeast Asian Chinoiserie Blanket Chests
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Rustic Antique White Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
This beautifully crafted chest infuses a touch of vintage elegance into any bedroom. Made with an
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$3,105 / item
Antique Maple Biedermeier Chest of Drawers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous antique chest of drawers or commode in the classic Biedermeier style of 19th century
Category
Early 20th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Hardwood, Maple
Antique Georgian Period Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A fantastic Georgian period chest of drawers. This was made in England, it dates from around the
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Antique 1790s British George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
1700s Antique English Georgian Period, Oak, Cornice, 8 Drawers, Chest-on-Chest!
Located in Austin, TX
Gorgeous 1700s Antique English Georgian Period, Oak, Cornice, 8 Drawers, Chest-on-chest!
Antique
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Antique 18th Century British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Antique Biedermeier Style Birch Chest of Drawers
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Antique Biedermeier birch chest of drawers with ebonized highlights, 19th century. With a slightly
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Antique Late 19th Century Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch, Lacquer
Early 18th Century Antique Walnut Chest on Chest or Highboy
Located in Naples, IT
Chest of drawers in walnut wood and walnut root with extractable desk.
England, 18th century.
Category
Antique Early 18th Century English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Walnut
Large Antique Silver Chest, English, Oak, Iron Bound, Shipping Trunk, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large antique silver chest. An English, oak and cast iron bound shipping trunk, dating to
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Antique 1850s British Early Victorian Blanket Chests
Materials
Iron
Antique Georgian miniature oak chest of drawers
Located in Castle Douglas, GB
A Georgian miniature oak chest of drawers
Polished rectangular top with moulded edge to three
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Antique Late 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Antique 19th Century Primitive Painted Pine Petite Chest Storage Trunk
Located in Charleston, SC
Antique 19th century primitive pine farmhouse blanket / hope chest or toy storage trunk. Made of
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Antique Mid-19th Century American Primitive Blanket Chests
Materials
Iron
Antique Moulded Jacobean Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
A handsome Jacobean chest of drawers. Four drawers. Made of Oak with lion face brass handles and
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Antique 17th Century Jacobean Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Oak
Antique 18th Century George III Mahogany Chest on Chest of Drawers
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique 18th century George III mahogany chest on chest of drawers having a moulded edged top above
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Antique 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Other
Quality Antique 18th Century George III Figured Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Suffolk, GB
Quality Antique 18th Century George III figured mahogany chest on chest with the top section having
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Antique 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Other
English Antique Chest of Drawers in Oak
Located in Leicester, GB
Compact solid Oak chest of drawers. This original English antique chest with three slim long and
Category
Antique 1860s English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$1,313 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Antique Victorian Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A large and very impressive antique Victorian chest of drawers. This was made in England, it dates
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Antique 1840s British Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Small Antique Storage Chest of Pine Partly with Green Paint Sweden 1868
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Good antique condition with signs of time, wear and tear.
This chest would go very well with modern
Category
Antique 1860s Swedish Folk Art Blanket Chests
Materials
Wrought Iron
Antique 17th Century Italian Cassone Wedding Chest with Hand-Carved Detailing
Located in Madrid, ES
The cassone (plural "cassoni") was a large decorated wooden chest, primarily made in Italy. Cassoni
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Antique 17th Century Italian Rustic Blanket Chests
Materials
Wrought Iron
Painted Chest
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This large camphor wood silver chest embodies a robust charm, with its deep mahogany stain and
Category
Antique 1860s English Blanket Chests
Materials
Wood
$2,875
Antique Inlaid Georgian Style Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A wonderful antique chest of drawers in the Georgian style. This was made in England, it dates from
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Vintage 1930s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Antique Inlaid Georgian Style Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A wonderful antique chest of drawers in the Georgian style. This was made in England, it dates from
Category
Vintage 1930s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Antique 17th century English warm brown chest with rich geometric carvings
Located in Casteren, NL
This antique oak chest from the 17th century is a fine example of the rich woodcarving traditions
Category
Antique Mid-17th Century British Renaissance Blanket Chests
Materials
Oak
$5,505 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Georgian Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Antique Georgian Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers, Circa 1730
Item Code: LC1359
A fine quality early
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Antique 18th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Antique Carpenter
s Chest, English, Pine, Tool Trunk, Coffee Table, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique carpenter's chest. An English, pine tool trunk, dating to the Victorian period
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Antique Late 19th Century British Blanket Chests
Materials
Pine
Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers , Wabi-Sabi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
This antique Japanese chest of drawers dates back to the Meiji period.
This chest is made from
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers , Wabi-Sabi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
This antique Japanese chest of drawers dates back to the Meiji period.
This chest is made from
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Antique Quality Burr Walnut Chest on Stand
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique quality burr walnut chest on stand having a quality crossbanded burr walnut top with a
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Vintage 1920s English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Antique Edwardian Bow Fronted Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A very small and fine quality antique Edwardian bow fronted chest of drawers. This was made in
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Large Antique Chinese hand-Painted And Lacquered Elm Trunk Blanket Chest
Located in London, GB
Antique Chinese Hand-painted and Lacquered Elm Blanket Chest
Early 20th Century, Late Qing dynasty
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Blanket Chests
Materials
Iron
Antique George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Suffolk, GB
A fine late 18th-century George III mahogany chest of drawers of elegant form and superb quality
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Antique 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany, Oak
Antique British Edwardian Chest of Drawers, 1900s
Located in South Shields, GB
An Edwardian mahogany chest of drawers, circa 1900s
They have four drawers brass handles.
The
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Antique Early 1900s British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Walnut
Antique Yew Wood Chest with Slide
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
A good quality 19th century yew wood chest, serpentine in form, having a writing slide to the top
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Early 20th Century European Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Yew
Antique Travelling Cleric
s Chest, Anglo Indian, Teak, Colonial Trunk, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique travelling cleric's chest. An Anglo-Indian, teak colonial trunk with fitted
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Antique Late 19th Century British Blanket Chests
Materials
Teak
Antique Primitive Dome Top Dovetail Gray Blanket Blanket Chest Trunk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
19th century antique Primitive dome top dovetail gray blanket blanket chest trunk. Item features
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Antique 19th Century American Primitive Blanket Chests
Materials
Wood, Paint
Antique Master Craftsman
s Chest, English, Pine, Mahogany, Tool Trunk, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a heavy antique master craftsman's chest. An English, ebonised pine and mahogany tool trunk
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Antique Late 19th Century British Blanket Chests
Materials
Mahogany, Pine
Pair of Antiqued Neoclassic Painted Chests, Contemporary
Located in Westport, CT
A lovely pair of handmade Scandinavian style three-drawer chests in pine and painted in a lovely
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2010s German Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
16/1700s Primitive Antique Trunk / Treasure Chest, Rustic, Oak, Wabi Sabi
Located in Skien, NO
antique trunk is a rare find for any collector or design enthusiast.
Title: Antique treasure chest box
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Antique 17th Century Norwegian Baroque Blanket Chests
Materials
Iron, Brass
$3,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Primitive Country Red Distress Painted Wood Treasure Blanket Chest Trunk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Primitive Country Red Distress Painted Wood Treasure Blanket Chest Trunk. Item features a
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Blanket Chests
Materials
Wood
Antique Raised Panel Chest with Drawers
Located in New York, NY
Chinese Qing Dynasty chest with drawers. Accentuated raised panels with scalloped edges make up all
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Antique Early 1900s Chinese Qing Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$1,800 Sale Price
25% Off
French Antique Marquetry Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
A mid to late 19th century French mahogany marquetry chest of drawers with gilt fittings
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Antique Late 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
ANTIQUE 19TH CENTURY JACOBEAN REViVAL HAND CARVED TRUNK CHEST OTTOMAN
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this antique mid 19th
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Antique 19th Century English Jacobean Blanket Chests
Materials
Oak
Antique Merchant
s Tool Chest, English, Pine, Craftsman
s Trunk, Victorian, 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique merchant's tool chest. An English, stained pine craftsman's trunk, dating to the
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Blanket Chests
Materials
Pine
Antique 18th Century English Georgian Mahogany Hinged Top Mule Chest Coffer 1780
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique 18th century George III mahogany mule chest, coffer, circa 1780.
This very
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Antique 1780s English Georgian Blanket Chests
Materials
Mahogany
Antique French Neoclassical Style Commode or Chest
Located in Houston, TX
Antique French Neoclassical Style Commode Or Chest.
Stunning 19th century French Neoclassical
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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Antique Biedermeier Cherry Wood Chest of Drawers
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Antique Biedermeier Cherry Wood Chest of Drawers
This exquisite Biedermeier chest of drawers
Category
Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
Antique 18th Century mahogany tallboy chest on chest of drawers Timeless Storage
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique 18th Century Mahogany Tallboy Chest on Chest of Drawers – a striking piece showcasing
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Antique 18th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$2,867 Sale Price
30% Off
Small Antique Zanzibar Chest, East African Teak, Brass, Travel Trunk, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique Zanzibar chest. An East African travel trunk in solid teak and brass
Category
Antique 1850s Zanzibari Early Victorian Blanket Chests
Materials
Brass
Antique 19th Century Inlaid Mahogany Tallboy Chest on Chest of Drawers Elegant
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique 19th Century Inlaid Mahogany Tallboy Chest on Chest of Drawers – a beautifully crafted
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Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$2,867 Sale Price
30% Off
Antique PA Dutch Lancaster County Stylized Floral Decorated Blanket Chest c1860
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Pennsylvania German Dutch Lancaster County blanket chest offers poplar and pine
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century American Blanket Chests
Materials
Poplar, Pine
$2,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Biedermeier chest of drawers, ca. 1860.
Located in Chorzów, PL
An elegant chest of drawers from around 1860, in the classic Biedermeier style, which is
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Scandinavian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of...
Materials
Mahogany
Antique 18th Century Mahogany Chest on Chest of Drawers Tallboy Storage Solution
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique 18th Century Mahogany Tallboy Chest on Chest of Drawers – featuring attractive canted front
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Antique 18th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$2,867 Sale Price
30% Off
Antique Indian Blanket Chest with Bronze Sheathing, Geometric Patterns and Studs
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Indian blanket chest with bronze sheathing, geometric patterns and studs. This Indian
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Early 20th Century Indian Blanket Chests
Materials
Bronze
Antique, Mule Chest, English, Georgian Housekeepers Trunk, Mahogany, circa 1780
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique mule chest, an English, Georgian housekeeper's trunk in mahogany and dating to
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Antique 18th Century English Georgian Blanket Chests
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Silver Chest, English, Oak, Iron Bound, Lined Storage Trunk, Georgian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique silver chest. An English, oak and bound iron storage trunk, dating to the
Category
Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Blanket Chests
Materials
Iron
Antique English Geo. III Inlaid Figured Mahogany Chippendale Chest on Chest
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
One of the finest quality Antique English Geo. III period inlaid figured mahogany Chippendale style
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Mahogany, Satinwood
$10,465 Sale Price
30% Off
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Antique Chest Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of antique chest furniture for your home. An item from our selection of antique chest furniture — often made from wood, mahogany and metal — can elevate any home. There are 3456 variations of the antique or vintage choice in our collection of antique chest furniture you’re looking for, while we also have 11 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. An object in our assortment of antique chest furniture made by Georgian designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — is very popular. A well-made option in this array of antique chest furniture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Gillows of Lancaster
London, Biedermeier and Ken Petersen are consistently popular.
How Much is a Antique Chest Furniture?
The average selling price for a piece of antique chest furniture at 1stDibs is $2,957, while they’re typically $235 on the low end and $144,000 for the highest priced.
Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.
In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.
Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.
Questions About Antique Chest Furniture
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024To tell if a chest is antique, first examine its materials and details carefully. An antique chest is one produced 100 years ago or more. This generally predates the use of engineered wood, particleboard, plastics and other synthetic materials. As a result, an antique chest usually features solid wood construction.
In addition, antique chests are likely to be handmade, so you should be able to spot subtle signs that indicate this, such as tool marks and small irregularities in any carvings. If a piece looks flawless and regular, it is unlikely to be antique. Locating a maker's mark and then researching when the manufacturer was active can also help you date your chest. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer to learn more about your chest.
On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique chests. - 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify an antique chest of drawers, look inside and beneath drawers and on the back and bottom for any type of maker's marking. Researching these marks using trusted online resources may allow you to determine who produced your chest and roughly date your piece. If your chest is at least 100 years old, it is an antique. Should you be unable to locate the maker's marks, look at the hardware. Rose head nails, one-piece cast brass pommels on the drawer handles and circular rather than hexagonal bolts may all indicate that a piece is an antique. Keep in mind that hardware may have been replaced at some point and that there are many reproductions of antique furnishings. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer complete the identification process if you're unable to identify your chest via the maker's markings. Find a range of antique chests of drawers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Lane Furniture does indeed make cedar chests. From 1912 to 1987, the American furniture company estimated it had sold around 12 million chests and that number continues to grow with today’s sales. Cedar chests are widely used to store clothing and linen because cedar wood is a natural repellent against moisture and moths. You can shop a collection of Lane cedar chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 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.
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Simple or sophisticated, equipped with console, cart or custom cabinetry, these stylish bar areas deserve a toast.
The Ultimate Guide to Types of Tables for the Home
Whether you’re just moving in or ready to give your home a makeover, our guide will give you pointers on tables that are fitting for every room, nook and hallway.
What Exactly Is a Secretary Desk, and What Is It Used For?
The furniture equivalent of a Swiss Army knife, it's the multifunctional piece you didn't know you needed.
This Shelving System with Oxidized Brass Tubes Is Retro and Futuristic at Once
Italian studio DimoreMilano mustered great ingenuity when crafting these sculptural shelves, which are built without any screws.
Ask an Interior Designer: Work-from-Home Edition
Leaping into a design project, whether it's refreshing the bedroom or redoing the whole house, can be overwhelming. Luckily, we know more than a few interior designers. You asked questions on Instagram, and now they're answering.
Collected and Eclectic, ‘Wunderkammern’ Are Back in a Big Way
Introduced nearly 500 years ago, curiosity cabinets are finding new fans among today's collectors and designers.
Meet the Incredible Woman Transforming Fallen Trees into Sleek Furniture
In the hands of New York Heartwoods cofounder Megan Offner, unwanted local trees become works of design art.
These New York Architects Love a Complicated Project
From Brooklyn townhouses to Maine campgrounds, Trattie Davies and Jonathan Toews relish a challenge, like transforming a former warehouse space into the new 1stdibs Gallery.
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