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Oil on Canvas, 19th Century Unknown Artist, Fireplace with Women and Children
Located in København, Copenhagen
Oil on canvas. 19th century, unknown artist, fireplace with women and children.
Good condition, 57
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19th Century Unknown Antique Childrens Furniture
Antique Print of Javanese Children Selling Candy by Van Pers
circa 1850
Located in Langweer, NL
lithograph of Javanese children selling candy. This print originates from 'Nederlandsch Oost-Indische typen
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Mid-19th Century Dutch Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Paper
$568 Sale Price
20% Off
30.4cm Kosometsuke Antique Chinese Porcelain Dish 17 C Ming Literatus Children
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Condition
1 restuck piece with a line and with some paint of the repainting remaining. Lower part of the restuck piece is with kintsugi. Some fritting. Size 303x36mm diameterxhigh
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16th Century Chinese Ming Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$2,746 Sale Price
20% Off
Terracotta Wall Plate with Whimsy Children in Farmer Costumes by Johann Maresch
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Terracotta Wall Plate with Whimsy Children in Farmer Costumes by Johann Maresch
A large terracotta
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Late 19th Century German Country Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Clay
Terracotta Wall Plate with Lovely Children in Traditional Costumes by Johann Mar
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Terracotta Wall Plate with Lovely Children in Traditional Costumes by Johann Maresch
A large
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Late 19th Century German Country Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Clay
Large Red Antique Japanese Low Bowl Hand-Painted Children-at-Play circa 1885
Located in Katonah, NY
We are pleased to offer this large antique Japanese low bowl painted with children-at-play and bird
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Gentleman with his Three Children by 18th Century English Artist John Opie
By John Opie
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A large oil on canvas depicting a youthful father with his three children, two of which are behind
Category
Late 18th Century British George III Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Canvas
Antique Pair of Miniature Bronze Busts, Children Laughing and Crying, Late 19th
Located in Greven, DE
Antique pair of miniature busts of two children, one is crying and one is laughing.
Beautiful
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1880s French Victorian Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco bronze bookends children Paul Silvestre and Susse Frères France 1920
By Paul Silvestre, Susse Freres
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art Deco bronze bookends seated children signed by Paul Silvestre with Susse Freres founders
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Antique Meissen Groupings of Children Holding Cornucopia Vases Pair, circa 1860
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
carried by two Meissen children / cupids, all in different positions. Finely decorated with the best
Category
1860s German Rococo Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Early Panorama Children’s Book Hiawatha Illustrated by Willy Pogany London 1914
By Willy Pogany
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Antique panorama children’s book illustrated by Willy Pogany and retold by Edith L Elias. A total
Category
1910s English American Classical Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Paper
Framed 18th Cent. French Rustic Tapestry, a Pedant Instructing Children in Music
Located in New York, NY
, instructing a group children in music and the arts within a verdant setting. Enclosed by a narrow ribbon-twist
Category
18th Century French Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Wool
$5,195 Sale Price
20% Off
Bronze by Henri Picard Rococo Style Statue Children / Cherubs and Goat
By Henri Picard
Located in Toledo, OH
Large French Rococo style bronze figural group of cherubs and a goat by Henri Picard (1840-90). Small stamp on bottom of base 0000 HPICARD. Base is modeled after a similar sculpture ...
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1850s European Rococo Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Gorham Gilt Sterling Silver 1927 Child Bowl
Underplate with Children Motifs
By Gorham
Located in New York, NY
children pursuing outdoor activities. The bowl measures 4 1/4'' in diameter by 1 7/8'' in height while the
Category
1920s American Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
19Th Century Antique Alabaster Bust of Pan on Pedestal with Children Sculpture
Located in Stamford, CT
An antique Italian alabaster bust of Pan on a pedestal with two small children sculpture. Pan not
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Alabaster
Pair Antique 19th Century French Bronze Portrait Busts of Children after Houdon
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair antique 19th century French neo-classical style bronze portrait busts of Children after Jean
Category
19th Century French Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Old Print of A Pedler in Indonesia with Wife and Children, 1744
Located in Langweer, NL
, patience and craftsmanship. Whether you have a house with Victorian furniture or more contemporary decor an
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18th Century Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Paper
18th Century Frankenthal Group of Playing Children by Johann Peter Melchior
By Frankenthal Porcelain Factory
Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE
painted in various colours. Composed of five playing children, on an oval rocky mound. The underside with
Category
Late 18th Century German Rococo Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Pair of White Marble Busts of Children on Variegated Marble Bases
Located in London, GB
Antique pair of white marble busts of children on variegated marble bases. One child looking to
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1880s Italian Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Marble, Carrara Marble
Meissen Gorgeous Figurine Group Four Gardener Children by Kaendler, circa 1870
By Johann Joachim Kaendler
Located in Vienna, AT
Meissen gorgeous figurine group of stunning appearance:
There are four gardener children of most
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1870s German Rococo Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Group Portrait of Two Children by James Bennett H. Smith (British, fl. 1830–1847
Located in Worcester, GB
Early 19th Century Portrait by James Bennett H. Smith – Oil on Canvas
We are pleased to offer a finely painted early 19th century oil on canvas group portrait by the listed British ...
Category
Early 19th Century British Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Paint
Cast Bronze Wall Sculpture with Seven Children Chorus.Europe, Early 20th Century
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Cast bronze wall sculpture with seven children chorus. Europe, early 20th century.
Signed M. Raúl
Category
Early 20th Century European Baroque Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Large Antique Japanese Kutani Charger Red Ground Hand-Painted Children at Play
Located in Katonah, NY
-century Meiji period. Its decoration features intricate hand-painted designs depicting children playing in
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
French 19th Century, Whimsical Rococo Style Marble Carved Planter with Children
Located in Los Angeles, CA
figures of playful Putti 'Children' playing with a goats among trees and vines, raised on twin pedestal
Category
19th Century French Rococo Revival Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Marble
circa 1900 Original Paint Romanian Blanket Chest Coffer Trunk Children Pictures
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
marriage coffer chest depicting Children's portraits and floral paintings
I have recently purchased a
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Early 1900s European High Victorian Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Pine
Art Nouveau Vases with Children and Foliage, Cecoslovakia, 1900s, Set of 2
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Pair Of Vases With Reliefs Of Children And Foliage In Art Nouveau Style, Early 20th Century.
Category
Early 20th Century Slovak Art Nouveau Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
18th Century French Porcelain Plate by Dagoty with Children at Play
By Dagoty
Located in Katonah, NY
border is a wonderful scene of children playing leapfrog.
The formal border contrasts with the informal
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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
La Plus Vieille Histoire Du Monde - Children
s CLOTH BOOK of the Book of Genesis
Located in Middletown, NY
book of children's storybook of Genesis by Françoise (Françoise Seignobosc, 1897-1961), with text hand
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Mid-19th Century French Modern Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Fabric
Large Antique 17th C Flemish Verdure Tapestry with Children (9.5 x 11.5 ft)
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous antique 17th century Flemish Verdure Tapestry depicting the noble children
Category
Late 17th Century Belgian Baroque Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Tapestry, Wool
Pair of Japanese Blue and White Covered Ginger Jars with Children Play Scenes
Located in New York, NY
A Large and Impressive Pair of 19th Century Japanese Blue and White Covered Ginger Jars with Large Panel Cartouches of Kids playing. Each jar is of baluster form with wide shoulders...
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1880s Japanese Meiji Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Two Art Deco Modernist Children
s Armchairs by Jan Wils for Eik en Linden, 1918
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare set of two Art Deco Modernist children's armchairs.
Design by Jan Wils
Category
1910s Dutch Art Deco Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Oak
$2,793 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Chinese Persimmon Fantail Vases with Children at Play, c. 1920
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 20th century porcelain vase is sculpted to a classic Chinese phoenix-tail form and decorated with persimmon-orange enamel and several cartouche paintings of picturesque sc...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Life Size Italian 19th Century Marble Sculpture Children on Crib, A. Tantardini
By Antonio Tantardini 1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. The specific identity of the children is not known but the carved initials AR on the crib may relate
Category
1860s Italian Beaux Arts Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Carrara Marble
$348,500 Sale Price / set
46% Off
Antique Print of Indonesian Children dressed up as Dancers, Van Pers circa 1850
Located in Langweer, NL
'. Colored lithograph of two Indonesian children dressed up as dancers. This print originates from
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Paper
Meissen Candlestick with Figurines Gardener Children Model R 185, circa 1870
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
!).
-- the Children / Gardener Figurines - boy and girl clad in bucolic Rococo garments - gather around a
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1870s German Rococo Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Baroque Meissen Porcelain Group Four Children Playing Music, J.J. Kaendler, 1770
By Meissen Porcelain, Johann Joachim Kaendler
Located in Vienna, AT
Excellent Meissen piece from the time the model was created:
Four children in festive rural rococo
Category
Late 18th Century German Rococo Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Meissen Porcelain Group Four Gardener Children Playing Music, J.J. Kaendler 1850
By Johann Joachim Kaendler, Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Excellent Meissen piece from the time the model was created:
Four children in festive rural rococo
Category
Mid-19th Century German Rococo Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
An Italian Cast 19th Century Bronze Group Mother
Children Titled "La Tempête"
By Mathurin Moreau
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Fine Italian Cast 19th Century Bronze Group Titled "La Tempête" (The Tempest) Probably after Mathurin Moreau (French, 1822–1912), Cast by The Alessandro Nelli Foundry in Rome. The ...
Category
Early 1900s Italian Classical Roman Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze
$15,160 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Fashion Print of Men, Children and a Woman in the 19th Century
Located in Langweer, NL
incredible level of skill, patience and craftsmanship. Whether you have a house with Victorian furniture or
Category
19th Century Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Paper
$208 Sale Price
20% Off
Bronze, 2 Young Children Riding on Sled on Carved White Marble Base ca. 1895
By Paul Ludwig Kowalczewski
Located in Petaluma, CA
This whimsical little bronze shows 2 young children on a sled riding down a hill of snow and with
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Late 19th Century German Belle Époque Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Plate with Faience Plate with Children Playing Swing Walmuel, Belgium, 19th C
Located in Labrit, Landes
Belgium plate, made in the manufacture of Wasmuel in Belgium in the late 19th century.
This manufacture was known of its speciality of barbotines. It was opened between mid 19 th cen...
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Late 19th Century Belgian Romantic Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Faience
$142 Sale Price
20% Off
Shell-Inlaid Lacquer Box with Old Man and Children Design, Qing Period
Located in Chuo-ku, Tokyo
This is gorgeous and decorative stationary box decorated with "Raden" work with mother of pearl shell shining in seven colors. Raden work using mother of pearl shell shining in seven...
Category
17th Century Chinese Qing Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Shell, Wood
Antique Early 19th Century Tailors Dummy for Young Gentleman Childrens Fashion
Located in Munich, DE
This very rare early 19th century tailor's dummy for a young boy has been handcrafted out of painted paper mache and wood.
Category
1810s English George III Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Paper
Art Deco Bronze Bookends of Oriental Children Playing by M. White, England, 1920
By Mabel White
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco bronze bookends of Chinese children playing by M. White, England, 1920.
A pair of bronze
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1920s English Art Deco Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze
A French 19th-20th Century Carved White Marble Fountain Sculpture with Children
Located in Los Angeles, CA
depicting two putti (Children) playing with a dolphin, fitted for use as a fountain, Paris, circa 1900
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Early 1900s French Louis XV Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Marble
$9,985 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Iron Bulldog Dog Children
s Piggy Money Bank Painted in Brown, 1920s
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
An antique cast iron bulldog piggy bank. Created in the 1920s, this piece is painted in brown and cream. And would make a fabulous addition to a nursery or child's room. A slot is lo...
Category
1920s American American Classical Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Iron
High-Quality Antique 800 Silver Milk Jug with Flowers
Children probably German
Located in Berlin, DE
High-Quality beautiful Silver Milk Jug
Flowers & Children ornament
stand on 4 feet
800 Silver
Category
19th Century German Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Silver
Meissen Group
The Wine Press
With 7 Winemaker Children, J.J. Kändler, Ca. 1924
By Meissen Porcelain, Johann Joachim Kaendler
Located in Vienna, AT
Excellent Meissen porcelain sculpture:
Group of seven gardener children in elaborate Rococo
Category
Early 20th Century German Baroque Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
French 19th-20th Century Belle Époque Chandelier with Figures of Children
Goat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine French 19th-20th century Belle Époque ten-light chandelier, Paris, circa 1900. The Royal peacock feather-cast corona centered with pine-cone finial drop, supporting three...
Category
Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Bronze
$19,850 Sale Price
20% Off
An Italian 19th/20th Century Carved Marble Figural Fountain with Children
Fish
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Charming Whimsical Italian 19th/20th Century Carved Marble Figural Fountain depicting three playful Putti riding a Koi Fish. Circa: Florence 1900.
Step into a realm of enchantment...
Category
Early 1900s Italian Belle Époque Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Marble
$19,107 Sale Price
34% Off
Regency Silk and Wool Picture of Mother and Her Children, after John Hoppner RA
By Sir John Hoppner
Located in Downingtown, PA
Superb large English silk and wool portrait,
A Mother and Her Four Children,
after John Hoppner
Category
19th Century English Georgian Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Wool, Silk
Pair of French 18th Century Terracotta Statues of Children Playing with a Bird
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A sensational true pair of French 18th century Terra Cotta statues of charming young children
Category
18th Century French Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
SILVER children
s rattle 1900 English made Silver Rattle with Red Coral, 1900
Located in Oirlo, LI
A very beautiful old special silver children's rattle,
Made in England around the turn of the
Category
19th Century English Rococo Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
$752 Sale Price
20% Off
A French 19th Century Carved Marble Whimsical Figural Urn Fountain with Children
By Joseph Reynés I Gurgui
Located in Los Angeles, CA
whimsical figural urn fountain depicting children climbing on an urn with flowers and garlands, influenced
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19th Century Spanish Louis XV Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Marble
$98,450 Sale Price
21% Off
Art Nouveau Italian Pair of Wall Brackets with Children Busts and Flowers 1920
Located in Milano, MI
Pair of 20th century Art Nouveau Italian wall brackets, two hand-modeled, hand painted ceramic brackets with a fine polychrome decoration with half-bust girl and boy figures and flow...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Portrait, Children of the 11th Earl of Devon, Follower of Adam Buck, circa 1840
Located in Kinderhook, NY
1891), and Lady Agnes Elizabeth Courtenay (1 May 1838 – 4 July 1919), the children of William Reginald
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Oak, Paint, Paper
Japanese Two Panel Screen Nihonga Style Painting of Children in Western Dress
Located in Hudson, NY
Beautiful soft painting of mineral pigments and ink on paper with a silk brocade border.
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Childrens Furniture
Materials
Brocade, Silk, Paper
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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, 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 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 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 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 22, 2021Antique furniture can be worth quite a lot, particularly if it is in good quality. The rarer the piece, the higher the value.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Whether antique furniture is making a comeback is a matter of opinion. Many people would argue that antique furniture never faded from fashion, as there have always been individuals who love the idea of owning pieces that have history. Some of the most popular styles for antique furniture include Art Deco, Arts and Crafts, Renaissance Revival, Elizabethan, Gothic Revival, Victorian and Chippendale. Find a large collection of antique furniture from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024To date antique furniture from the UK, first look for identifying markings on the piece. You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active. From there, you may be able to estimate the year of production by looking at images of other furniture the maker produced. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also aid you in the dating process. Find a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs 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 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 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 24, 2024To tell antique furniture from reproduction, first check for a maker's mark. By researching the maker associated with the marking using trusted online resources, you can determine when they were active. If the company was in business 100 years ago or more, your piece may be an antique, but if the company's history began more recently, your piece is likely a reproduction. If you can't locate a marking, study the details of the furniture up close. Genuine antiques will often show tool marks and slight variations in carved details because they were typically handcrafted. Most contemporary furniture is machine-made, so you won't usually see these types of characteristics. When in doubt, have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your furniture. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell who made your antique furniture, seek out a maker's marking. Locations of these marks vary, but they are generally in an inconspicuous location. For example, a dresser may have the mark inside a drawer or on the back, while a hallmark on a table is often on a leg or under the tabletop. Once you locate a mark, you can use trusted online resources to identify the maker and learn more about them. If you can't find a marking on your piece, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you with the identification process. Explore a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024To be considered antique, furniture must usually be at least 100 years old. Contemporary is the name for furniture produced within the last 20 years. Vintage furniture is at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024To tell the difference between antique and reproduction furniture, first look at hidden areas, such as the backs or insides of the drawers. On reproduction furniture, you may find plywood or engineered wood in these areas, while antique furniture will usually have solid hardwood on drawer interiors and backs. Also, slight irregularities and marks indicating that the furniture was built with hand tools rather than machines usually suggest that the piece is antique. Because it can be difficult to differentiate reproductions from genuine antiques without expertise and training, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer about the age of your piece. Find a diverse assortment of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019
The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.
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