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Pr. Continental Neoclassic Walnut Veneered Upholstered Round Footstools, 19thc
Located in Atlanta, GA
the footstools of circular form with velvet upholstered tops, the cases covered in walnut veneer with a bottom band of patterned veneer, raised on shaped (later) bakelite feet
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1820s European Neoclassical Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Continental 19th century white Carrara marble bust of Napoleon
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An impressive and high quality Continental 19th century white Carrara marble bust of Napoleon. This
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19th Century Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Marble

Antique Continental Ecclesiastical Embroidered Textile, 17th–18th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A richly detailed framed ecclesiastical textile panel, Continental European, late 17th to early
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Mid-18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Wool, Silk, Velvet, Wood

Continental Antique Doré Bronze Andirons with Lion Motifs
Located in Essex, MA
This exquisite pair of antique chenets/ andirons are made in France in the late 19th century. Created in a lustrous doré bronze, they feature lion head designs. The design adorns the...
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19th Century French Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Metal

Dutch Continental 18th Century Center Table with 6 Drawers
Located in Queens, NY
Dutch Continental (18th Century) lowboy / center table with 2 drawers having original etched brass
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18th Century Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Wood

Set of 8 Continental Baltic Mahogany Side Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 8 Continental Baltic (19th Cent) mahogany side chairs with a shaped back having an open
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19th Century American Baltic Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Upholstery

Continental Mottle Glazed Art Pottery Wine Flagon
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish antique Continental, possibly Portuguese, art pottery wine flagon decorated in
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19th Century Portuguese Victorian Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Continental Late 19th Century Neoclassical St. Buffet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A superb and very unique Continental late 19th century Neo-Classical st. ebony, giltwood, ormolu
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19th Century Unknown Neoclassical Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Antique Framed Tapestry, Continental, Needlepoint, Decorative Panel, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique framed tapestry. A Continental, needlepoint decorative panel, dating to the late
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Late 19th Century Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Textile

Impressive Continental Carved and Painted Eighteenth Century Picture Frame
Located in San Francisco, CA
An exuberant Continental well-executed Baroque carved wood picture frame , probably Italian. The
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Mid-18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair of Late 18th Century Continental Neoclassical Painted Parcel Fauteuils
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Late 18th Century Continental Neoclassical Painted & Parcel Gilt Fauteuils with Oval Backs
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18th Century Neoclassical Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair of Continental Ebonized and Inlaid Pier Cabinets
Located in Altrincham, GB
Pair of Continental Ebonised and Profusely Inlaid Pier Cabinets - Flanked by Cornthian Pillars and
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1870s French Napoleon III Antique Continental Furniture

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Birdseye Maple, Boxwood, Ebony, Sycamore

Hand-Carved Continental Rococo Revival Foliate Giltwood Mirror
Located in San Francisco, CA
With lively interlacing foliate crest above a rectangular-form frame adorned with rocaille carving at the shoulder above meandering foliate vines.
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Late 19th Century European Rococo Revival Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Giltwood

Super Early Continental Oak Side Table or Nightstand
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Wonderful antique oak side table with bronze knobs - can serve as nightstand or side table. Gorgeous bronze knobs not original to piece. #5141.
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19th Century French Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Oak

Pair of Continental Gilt Bronze-Mounted Marble Urns
Located in Dallas, TX
This is a beautiful pair of Continental Gilt-Bronze Mounted Breche Violette Marble urns.
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19th Century French Provincial Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Continental Regency Style Mahogany Pier Mirror, Early 19th C.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A continental Regency style mahogany pier mirror, 19th C. A perfect piece for that small wall or
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Early 19th Century Regency Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Mahogany

1912 Continental Sterling Silver and Transfer Printed Box
By Cohen Charles
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine antique continental sterling silver and transfer printed box; part of our continental
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1910s British Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

78-Piece Continental German KPM Dinner Set
By KPM Porcelain
Located in Queens, NY
78 Piece Continental German (18/19th Century) dinner service with a blue "Morning Glory" design and
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19th Century German Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Set of Continental German Porcelain Dinner Service
Located in Queens, NY
Continental German (19th Century) white porcelain dinner service painted with floral decoration
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19th Century German Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Jacob and Rachel at the Well; Continental Oil on Panel
Located in New York, NY
Jacob and Rachel at the well. Continental pastoral scene of Jacob meeting Rachel his future wife at
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Early 19th Century Neoclassical Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Paint

Continental Sterling Silver "Patch Box", Late 19th Century
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Continental sterling silver "Patch Box", late 19th century. Foreign import marks. Sterling standard
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Late 19th Century European Late Victorian Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Continental Faience Dogs, Belgian, circa 1785
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Continental faience dogs, Belgian, circa 1785.
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1780s Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Faience

Set of 6 Continental 19th Century Biedermeier - Viennese Walnut Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A most elegant and complete set of six continental 19th century Biedermeier - Viennese burl walnut
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19th Century Italian Biedermeier Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Large Pair of 18th Century Continental Battle Scene Engravings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large Pair of 18th Century Continental Battle Scene Engravings in Faux Tortoiseshell Frames
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18th Century European Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Glass, Paper

Pair Continental Neoclassic Brass Baluster Flame Andirons
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of 19th century brass neoclassic style baluster shaped andirons with ball, flame and acanthus motif. Made of solid heavy brass/ bronze, with expert workmanship and fine detailin...
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Late 19th Century European Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Exceptional 18th Century Walnut Continental Extension Dining Table
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A fine Extension Table with an extraordinary and Rustic presentation. The Table, with peg construction, features two self-storing pull-out leaves with interesting cut angle banding w...
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18th Century Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Outstanding quality pair of antique Victorian continental figures
Located in Ipswich, GB
Outstanding quality pair of antique Victorian continental figures with the original glass domes
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19th Century Victorian Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Glass

Antique Continental Novelty Pear Fruit Tea Caddy Circa 1800
Located in Northampton, GB
delighted to offer this Continental Novelty Pear Fruit Tea Caddy. The Tea Caddy turned in Sycamore shaped as
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Early 1800s German Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Sycamore

18-1900s Antique Continental, Polychrome, Marbelized, Green, Gold, Armoire!
Located in Austin, TX
armoire is a stunning piece of Continental style furniture from the 19th to early 20th century, featuring
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19th Century Unknown Other Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Other

Continental Bronze Figure of Gagged Justice, 18th Century
Located in Spencertown, NY
Continental bronze figure of Gagged Justice, 18th century. Bronze on marble base.
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18th Century European Neoclassical Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Continental Empire Style Burl Wood and Ebonized Side Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Handsome early 20th century Continental Empire style burl wood side table. Very fine finish on this
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Early 20th Century Empire Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Marble

19th Century Continental School Oil on Canvas Painting
Located in Dallas, TX
Lovely 19th century Continental school oil painting on canvas. Featuring boats, architecture, and
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19th Century French Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Continental cast brass circular base candlestick, 1720-40
Located in Kenilworth, IL
are joined by a hand threaded screw. Continental, circa 1720-40.
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Mid-18th Century European Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Brass

Large Rectangular Shape Continental Giltwood Frame Wall Mirror
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Elevate your living space with this Large Continental Giltwood Framed Mantel Hanging Wall Mirror, a
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Early 20th Century Italian Louis XV Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Continental School Oil Portrait of Maria Theresa (1717-1780)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Continental School oil portrait of Maria Teresa: Portrait of Maria Theresa (1717-1780), Archduchess
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18th Century French Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Pair of Continental Faux Painted Malachite Wooden Pyramids
Located in Southampton, NY
Pair of continental faux painted malachite wooden pyramids.
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1920s European Empire Antique Continental Furniture

A Continental 19th century Renaissance st. Wrought Iron chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome and most decorative Continental 19th century Renaissance st. Wrought Iron chandelier
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19th Century European Renaissance Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Continental 19th Century Silvered Bronze Six Arm Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A superb Continental 19th century silvered bronze six arm chandelier. The chandelier is centered by
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19th Century Unknown Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Framed Oil on Canvas Continental "The Interruption", Early 20th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
Continental, early 20th century) THE INTERRUPTION oil on canvas, framed, signed 531 & dated 1915
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Early 20th Century French Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Canvas

Continental Mid-19th Century Neoclassical St. Three-Panel Mirror
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A sensational and unique Continental mid 19th century Neo-Classical st. painted and gilt, three
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19th Century Unknown Neoclassical Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Austrian Continental Silver ‘.800’ Soup or Punch Ladle
Located in New York, NY
Continental silver (.800) soup or punch ladle, with turned wood handle, circa 1860s. Bowl of ladle
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1860s Swedish Victorian Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Continental Neoclassical Parcel-Gilt Étagère
Located in Dallas, TX
Superb quality and uniquely designed early 19th century neoclassical mahogany étagère with mirrored back. The shaped top above half round open shelves with supporting columns having ...
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Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Mahogany

Continental Kingswood Marquetry Demi-lune Commode with Original Marble Top
Located in Dallas, TX
A charming continental Kingswood Marquetry demi-line Commode. Inlaid marquetry patterns with
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19th Century French Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Marble

Continental Directoire Style Flamed Mahogany and Marble Center Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A very handsome Continental 19th century Directoire st. flamed mahogany and marble center table
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19th Century Unknown Directoire Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Ormolu

Pair of Antique Continental Porcelain and Bronze Candlesticks
Located in Tarzana, CA
Pair of antique continental porcelain and bronze candlesticks. circa 1890. Height 9" width: 9
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19th Century English Antique Continental Furniture

Antique Continental Walnut Leather Throne Chair with Gilt Highlights 17thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
Continental Walnut & Leather Throne Chair with Gilt Highlights & Coat of Arms 17thC. Measures - 55"H x 26"W
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17th Century Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Continental School Bronze Figure of a Boy Fishing
By Paul Dubois
Located in Atlanta, GA
Late 19th-20th century, Continental school, French; cast bronze sculpture; depicting a well modeled
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19th Century French Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Continental 19th Century Louis Philippe Period Mahogany Side Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A sensational and most decorative Continental 19th century Louis Philippe period mahogany and brass
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19th Century Unknown Louis Philippe Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique Decorative Side Table, Continental, Lamp, Regency Revival, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique decorative side table. A Continental, flip top wine or lamp stand in Regency
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Wood

Unusual 18th-19th Century Continental Secretary Bookcase
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Figured wood veneer, the top with a carved cornice over double doors. They open to two shelves over drawers and cubby holes. A middle frieze with three drawers (lacking a key) over t...
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19th Century European Georgian Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique Continental Silver Repousse Jewel Box, Circa 1875-1895.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique continental silver repousse jewel box, circa 1875-1895.
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Late 19th Century European Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Silver

Continental Late 19th Century 800 Silver Pipe Rest
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Continental late 19th century 800 silver pipe rest. Displaying repousse design of a man in
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Late 19th Century English Renaissance Revival Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Silver

Continental Dutch antique 18th century walnut painted pier mirror
Located in Castle Douglas, GB
Continental 18th century walnut pier mirror The moulded frame in cross cut walnut veneers with a
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Late 18th Century European Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Walnut

c1900 Continental Large Bacchanalian Child Figurine Sculpture - Glaze Terracotta
Located in Opa Locka, FL
c1900 Continental Louis XV style Large White Tin Glaze Terracotta Sculpture/ Statue Bacchanalian
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Early 1900s French Louis XV Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Terracotta

Pair of Very Fine 20th Century Continental Andirons
Located in San Marino, CA
Pair of continental andirons, with large pierced and wrought Iron Florets.
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Early 1900s Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Iron

Set of 3 Continental Steel Fire Tools
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 3 Continental (Probably German 19th Century) steel fire tools on an elaborately chased stand
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19th Century European Baroque Revival Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Steel

C. 1920s Continental Carved Multi-Colored Alabaster Urn Form Lamp
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1920s carved multi-colored alabaster urn form lamp, Continental. Nicely carved - the shoulder
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1920s European Art Deco Antique Continental Furniture

Materials

Alabaster

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Antique Continental Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of antique continental furniture on 1stDibs. A piece of antique continental furniture — often made from wood, metal and stone — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without an item from our selection of antique continental furniture — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each choice in our collection of antique continental furniture bearing Neoclassical, Victorian or Baroque hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one object in our assortment of antique continental furniture that is appealing in its simplicity, but Hanau, Georg Jensen and Wilhelm Binder produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Continental Furniture?

The average selling price for a piece of antique continental furniture at 1stDibs is $3,336, while they’re typically $100 on the low end and $320,017 for the highest priced.
Questions About Antique Continental 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 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 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 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 5, 2021
    The best finish for antique furniture is a matter of liking. But film finish is recommended by experts as it leaves a thick coat of film on the wood surface which protects wood from water and scratches. Shellac or varnish and water base are commonly used film finishes. Find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage furniture on 1stDibs
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    PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020

    To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell how old your antique furniture is, research the maker using trusted online resources. You may find that the furniture maker was active for only a short period, giving you the ability to roughly estimate its age. For manufacturers and designers with a long history of production, consider the style of your furniture and look for images of similar pieces published online. Because it may be difficult to date furniture on your own, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To tell what your antique furniture is worth, look at sales histories on trusted online platforms and read valuation guides posted on trusted online resources. The maker, type, style, age and condition of your furniture will impact its value. Researching furniture produced by the same maker is a good starting point. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also aid you in the valuation process. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 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 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 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 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.