Skip to main content

Antique Childrens Furniture

to
607
3,032
2,775
2,937
2,517
2,517
1,250
540
457
400
300
298
257
207
167
126
120
71
71
58
53
40
26
25
25
24
22
22
14
12
10
10
7
6
4
4
3
3
3
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
1
78
32
30
28
27
Sort By
Mid-19th C. French Louis Philippe Metamorphic High Chair with Engraved Décor
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare and multifunctional French metamorphic high chair in the Louis Philippe style, crafted circa 1860 from solid fruitwood and walnut, both displaying a warm, timeworn patina. Ing...
Category

Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Swedish Blue Painted Pine Baby Cradle
Located in Round Top, TX
This delightful baby cradle was handcrafted by a loving family in the mid 1800's. The original blue painted finish with white flowers has been worn away from years of use; especially...
Category

Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Pine, Paint

English 1880s Child s Chair with Turned Legs and Oil Cloth Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
accent, highlighting a collection of children's books or toys. With its blend of timeless design
Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Brass

English 1900s Wooden Child s Chair with Serpentine Arms and Custom Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
accent piece in any room, offering a touch of nostalgia and sophistication. As children grow, this chair
Category

Early 20th Century English Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

French Rustic Dark Oak 19th Century Child s Chair with Ladder Back and Rush Seat
Located in Atlanta, GA
rustic and inviting feel. The chair's petite proportions make it perfectly suited for children, offering
Category

19th Century French Rustic Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Rush, Oak

19th Century French Wood and Iron Child Horse Tricycle
Located in LEGNY, FR
Beautiful 19th century French wood and iron child horse tricycle from the 1890s. The saddle is made with fabric. The painting has peeled off with the age and use. Nice quality.
Category

1890s French Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Iron

Antique Wicker Baby Crib
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Victorian style antique crib made of wicker with detachable swing. Great as antique decoration! Please confirm location NY or NJ
Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Wicker, Reed

Victorian Sterling Silver and Coral Combination Whistle and Rattle
By George Unite
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian sterling silver and coral combination whistle and rattle; part of our diverse silverware collection. This exceptional antique...
Category

1850s British Victorian Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Coral, Sterling Silver

Child’s Chestnut Slant Front Desk, New England, 18th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
A child’s chestnut slant front desk, New England, late 18th century. White pine secondary wood. 21 ¼ inches wide by 12 inches deep by 23 inches tall
Category

18th Century American American Colonial Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Chestnut

Sterling Silver Baby Spoon
Located in New York, NY
A sterling silver and celluloid baby spoon, circa early-20th century. Piece has a sterling silver handle and celluloid 'bowl'. A beautiful spoon in very good condition, as shown. A g...
Category

Early 20th Century English Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Arts Crafts Mission Turn Carved Walnut Small Child s Morris Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Arts & Crafts Mission Turn Carved Walnut Small Child's Morris Chair. Item featured is a unique small size, loose cushions, spindle carved frame, very nice antique item. Circa...
Category

19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Walnut

19Thc Original Blue Painted Child s Blanket Chest
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1 9Thc Original Blue painted children's blanket chest with mustard trim crown molding and trim.The
Category

1880s American Adirondack Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique Wrought Iron Sleigh in Country French Style
Located in Dallas, TX
Charming antique Country French wrought iron Children's Sleigh provided sheer joy to the two
Category

1880s French Country Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Elegant 19th Century French Baby/Dog Crib/ Bed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A real cute baby crib or perfect for a dog.
Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Metal

Splayed Ladder-Back High Chair, 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
A highly splayed leg American ladder-back high chair in maple and oak with split hickory seat, first half 19th century. 20 ½ inches wide by 20 inches deep by 36 inches tall; seat ...
Category

19th Century American Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Hickory, Maple, Oak

American Rustic Pine Child s High Chair with Rush Seat, Early 20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
and support, making it not just a piece of furniture, but a piece of history to be treasured. With
Category

Early 20th Century American Rustic Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Rush, Pine

Italian Rococo Fruitwood Cupid Crib
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Rococo style (18/19th Cent) carved fruitwood cupid design crib on rustic carved wood base.
Category

19th Century Italian Rococo Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Fruitwood

19th C. French Louis Philippe Metamorphic Walnut High Chair Into Rolling Pram
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare and multi functional French metamorphic high chair in the Louis Philippe style, crafted circa 1860 from solid walnut with a warm, timeworn patina. Ingeniously designed to conv...
Category

Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Austrian Bentwood Canopy Cradle
Located in Queens, NY
Austrian bentwood large cradle on stand with canopy. (19/20th Cent)
Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Bentwood

Austrian Bentwood Hoop Cradle
Located in Queens, NY
Austrian bentwood cradle with hoop design on stand. (19/20th Cent)
Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Bentwood

Child s Provincial Armchair. French, circa 1850.
Located in Branford, CT
Child's provincial armchair. French, circa 1820. H 24-1/2" W 19" D 20" SH (with cushion) 13-1/2". Condition: Uniform surface loss to painted wooden areas of chair . 
Category

1850s French French Provincial Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Wood

Early 19th Century Child s Windsor Chair
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Early 19th century child's windsor chair.
Category

Early 19th Century American Antique Childrens Furniture

Late Regency Childs Yew and Elm Windsor Armchair
Located in Essex, MA
Typical form with bow back and pierced baluster splat, turned legs and crinoline stretcher.
Category

1830s English Regency Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Elm, Yew

Art Deco Period Handmade Childs Arm Chair set, 1920 s Belgium
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Early 20th Century Art Deco Period Handmade hand crafted Childs Size Arm Chair set of 2. Made in Belgium, 1920's. Beech wood constructed chairs with a modernist / modernism s...
Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Beech

Vintage Biedermeier Style Burl Elm Cradle, 1920s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Splendid biedermeier cradle, re-proposed in the art deco period perfectly functional and very solid, the banks are fixed. Available the top base in new plywood with holes for mattres...
Category

1920s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Elm, Burl

French Bentwood Cradle by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Rare and exceptionnal French Bentwood cradle from the Thonet manufacture made in 1900s. Gentle rocking action which can be blocked by a round handle at the back when required. The up...
Category

Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Bentwood

Incredibly Rare Childs Ornate Victorian Youth High Chair with Spider Woven Back
Located in Miami Beach, FL
1970s by a man who was deaf, dumb and blind, yet a wonderful craftsman. Small children in Victorian garb
Category

Mid-19th Century American Victorian Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Wicker

MAGNIFICENT AND RARE EUROPEAN CRADLE 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
MAGNIFICENT AND RARE EUROPEAN CRADLE 18th Century in painted and gilded wood with scrolls, puttis and profuse floral decoration. Small defects. Dim.: 68 x 94 x 43 cm good conditions
Category

Early 18th Century European Baroque Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Wood

Charming 19th Century English Child s Rocking Chair, Great Old Color And Patina
Located in Buchanan, MI
19th century or earlier. Very charming English childs rocking chair with rush seat. Very nice old finish with good color and patination. Rush seat in very good condition. Feel free...
Category

19th Century English George III Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Oak

19th C. French Louis Philippe Walnut and Caned High Chair with Swing-Over Tray
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in France circa 1880, this charming walnut high chair reflects the understated elegance of the Louis Philippe style. The frame showcases graceful bentwood-style shaping, with...
Category

Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Cane

French Provincial Rocking Cradle
Located in Queens, NY
French Provincial style (19th Cent) stripped rocking cradle with spool design.
Category

19th Century French French Provincial Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Wood

Original Painted Pine Baby Cradle Rocker, Sweden 1850-55
Located in Round Top, TX
This delightful baby cradle was hand-crafted by a loving family in the mid 1800's. Note each of the narrow ends with dates and monograms. The original painted finish with red/orange ...
Category

Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Pine, Paint

Late 18th Century Childs Dutch Kettle Base Paw Foot Bookcase
Located in Stamford, CT
A late 18th century child’s Dutch kettle base paw foot bookcase with arched crest and glazed double doors and original pulls, circa 1790.
Category

Late 18th Century Dutch Baroque Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Wood

Swedish mid 19th century carved pine rocking cradle
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
of traditional swedish furniture.  Made from solid heavy pine, likely to have been painted but
Category

Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Pine

Antique Swiss Black Forest Carved Bear Musical Childs Chair
By Black Forest
Located in Newark, England
other forest wildlife as well as clocks, music boxes and furniture although these are more uncommon
Category

Late 19th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Wood

American Country Pine Rocking Cradle
Located in Queens, NY
American Country style (19th Cent) stained pine rocking cradle with floral-decorated hood.
Category

19th Century American Country Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Pine

Antique French Louis XVI Brass Cradle With Crown Silk
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique French Louis XVI Brass Cradle With Crown & Silk. It includes the original crown and pink silk and Norfolk lace drape and bedding. Provenance: we will include the original ne...
Category

Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Brass

19th c. American Mahogany Rococo Revival Child s Chair with Tracery Back
By John Henry Belter
Located in Savannah, GA
finish. Splayed back legs, turned front legs. Attributed to acclaimed furniture maker John Henry Belter
Category

1850s American Rococo Revival Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Bentwood Thonet Cradle No.1
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
This French bentwood cradle made by Thonet circa late 1900s. The cradle is in very good working order.
Category

Early 1900s Czech Vienna Secession Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Bentwood

French 1900s Mahogany Corner Child Chair with Crossbanding and Tapered Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
chair, circa 1900, is not only a delightful piece of furniture but also a timeless decorative accent
Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Child s American Painted Pine Cupboard Completely Original and Quite Very Rare
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Child's American Painted Pine Cupboard Completely Original and Quite Very Rare Our American Pine Original Paint Child's Cupboard is finished in a stunning Georgian Blue with real ant...
Category

Early 20th Century American Country Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Pine, Paint, Glass

Bentwood Rocker and Chair with Cane Seats, 19th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These two bentwood children's chair and bentwood rocking chair are in very good condition. Selling
Category

19th Century American Country Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Wood, Cane

English 19th Century Mahogany Child s Chair with Feather Motifs and Marquetry
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English mahogany child's chair from the 19th century, with feather motifs and marquetry décor. Created in England during the 19th century, this petite chair features an open back ...
Category

19th Century English Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

19th Century French Bamboo Rattan Baby Stroller
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th Century French pousette, or baby stroller with a sturdy bamboo frame and woven rattan seat. Beautifully crafted with touches of green and red binding for decoration. Very good...
Category

19th Century French Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

French 1890s Empire Style Lit en Bateau Doll Bed with Out-Scrolling Accents
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Empire style wooden lit en bateau doll bed from the late 19th century, with out-scrolling accents. Created in France during the last quarter of the 19th century, this petite...
Category

Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Wood

Seating for Dolls Thonet, circa 1890
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Praha, CZ
Manufactured in Austria by the Gebrüder Thonet Company. In the production program was included circa 1890. Newly restored.
Category

1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

American Victorian High Chair
Located in Queens, NY
American Victorian child's high chair with slat back.
Category

Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Wood

Victorian Mahogany Child s Arm Chair
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian mahogany spindle back child's arm chair with red velvet seat.
Category

Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Victorian Style Brass and Bronze Infant Cradle, France, 20th Century
Located in Miami, FL
Striking vintage solid brass infant's suspended rocking cradle in the Victorian style. The piece has a nice wide silhouette, large orb finials, and scrolled accents. The maker is unc...
Category

Early 20th Century French Victorian Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Brass, Bronze

18th Century English Cradle in Oak
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Elegant 18th century English cradle in oak Beautiful decorative and original piece in superb condition Beautiful patina.   
Category

Mid-18th Century British Georgian Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Oak

English 1800s Georgian Period Plum Wood Child s Rocking Chair with Rush Seat
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English Georgian period plum wood child's rocking chair from the early 19th century, with rush seat, ladder back and turned base. Born in the very early years of the 19th century,...
Category

Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Rush, Wood

Welsh Vernacular Child s Windsor Chair
Located in Greenwich, CT
Wonderful early 19th Century primative Welsh child's Windsor chair having bentwood back supported by spokeshaved spindles over "D" shaped seat supported by splayed hewn legs, possess...
Category

Early 19th Century Welsh Rustic Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Ash, Sycamore

Early 20th century oak arts and crafts childs chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 20th century oak arts and crafts childs chair circa 1920. Small children's chair in the arts
Category

Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Oak

19th century chinese lacquered childs bed
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century Chinese carved hardwood bed circa 1890. Chinese export which we believe may have been made as a child's bed. Carved pierced sides decorated with flowers.  Each corner w...
Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Delightful Early 19th Century Horse Tricycle
Located in Round Top, TX
A very charming early 19th century child's horse tricycle in wood and iron. A wonderful accent piece.
Category

Early 19th Century French Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Iron

French Iron Doggie Bed
Located in Sheffield, MA
Fold down the front panel and use this hand worked wrought iron crib for a doggie bed or any other purpose you might come up with. Originally used for a baby crib that rolls on cast...
Category

1860s French Victorian Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Iron

Victorian painted pine canopy top cradle
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
children to sleep in the 19th century. Pine construction with original red wash stain.  Bed space with
Category

Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Childrens Furniture

Materials

Pine, Paint

  • 1
  • ...
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Antique Childrens Furniture", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Antique Childrens Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of antique childrens furniture you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, metal and bronze, every item from our selection of antique childrens furniture was constructed with great care. 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 20th Century. A choice in our collection of antique childrens furniture, designed in the Victorian, Art Nouveau or Folk Art style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made object in our assortment of antique childrens furniture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Tiffany Studios, Henry Matthews and Thonet are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique Childrens Furniture?

The average selling price for a piece of antique childrens furniture at 1stDibs is $1,457, while they’re typically $55 on the low end and $487,500 for the highest priced.
Questions About Antique Childrens 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
  • PAGODA RED
    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.