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Austrian Erotic Bronze Nude/Erotic Woman Cigar Cutter, 1910
By Carl Kauba
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Antique naughty cigar cutter - Carl Kauba
Erotic bronze lady figure cigar cutter on marble base
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze
19th Century Spiked Erotic Ball
Located in London, GB
19th century spiked erotic ball
A rare 19th Century example of a Chinese carved bone spiked
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1880s Chinese Early Victorian Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Bone
Framed Vintage Chinese Erotic Print
Located in Chicago, IL
characteristic of Chinese erotic art. Known as “spring palace paintings,” these illustrations imagined the
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Paper
Erotic Snuff Tobacco Box with Highly Explicit Erotic Scenes Behind Secret Lid
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
French late 18th century enamel snuff box with explicit and highly erotic scenes behind the secret
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Late 18th Century French Rococo Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Copper, Enamel
Pre-Columbian Moche Erotic Vessel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This pre-columbian moche erotic vessel depicts two figures engaged in a sexual act, specifically
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19th Century Unknown Pre-Columbian Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Pottery
Chinese Erotic Spring Painting Pillow Book
Located in Chicago, IL
accordion-folded book could be kept discreetly close at hand, stashed under couple’s pillows. Erotic art in
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Silk, Paper
Antique Chinese Erotic Figural Amber Stamp Seal
Located in Plainview, NY
Chinese erotic figural amber stamp seal / chop. Hand carved Asian chop type seal with four
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1920s Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Stone
Indian Erotic Gouache of a Kamasutra Position
Located in Stamford, CT
This amusing composition shows the man and woman engaged in intercourse while imbibing. Talk about multi-tasking! Kidding aside, it is a beautiful, delicately painted gouache with ma...
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Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Paper
Erotic Early 20th Century Mexican Ceramic Trinket Box
Located in Stamford, CT
A fun and amusing ceramic box with an erotic reveal. Remove her blanket and she is naked underneath
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Early 20th Century Mexican Other Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Erotic Japanese Cast Bronze Meiji Period Anthropomorphic Phallus
Located in Montreal, QC
Erotic Japanese cast bronze Meiji Period Anthropomorphic Phallus.
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1880s Japanese Meiji Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Antique Japanese Erotic Porcelain Sake Set, circa 1890
Located in Prahran, Victoria
Rare antique Japanese porcelain 11-piece sake set with finely painted shunga erotic scenes
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Original Japanese Hand-Painted Erotic Art Painting Shunga
Located in Washington, DC
A rare hand bound and hand-painted book of eleven erotic art scenes or Shunga, a traditional
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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Paint, Paper
Vintage Japanese Erotic Shunga Scroll, Early 20th Century
Located in Prahran, Victoria
Vintage Japanese erotic, Shunga, scroll. Set of 12 paintings on silk, early 20th century
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Silk
Austrian Erotic Bronze Plaque of Satyrs and Nymph
Located in Stamford, CT
Late 18th-early 19th century Austrian oval bronze plaque depicting a nymph cavorting with two satyrs. In the style of Georg Raphael Donner. Mounted on velvet set in a hexagonal frame...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Baroque Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Lovely Erotic Age Nude Sculpture, Art Nouveau, 19th century
Located in South Burlington, VT
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This is a large and lovely Erotic Age bisque porcelain sculpture of a
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Late 19th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Art Deco Bronze Nude Erotic Female Dancer, France, 1920
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art Deco gilt bronze statue signed Reveil. This sculpture was made in the mid-1920s in the Art Nouveau and Art Deco period.
It was probably made by Paul Philippe.This is authentic, ...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Japan Antique Album Erotic Women 38 Woodblock Prints, easily framable
Located in South Burlington, VT
Important Japanese complete antique pillow album of thirty eight (38) erotic Shunga woodblock
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Paper
Art Deco Erotic Bronze Figure by Bruno Zach, 1930´S
By Bruno Zach
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Bruno Zach (Austrian/German, active 1918-1930). An erotic-themed cast bronze featuring an erotic
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1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Bronze Figural Group Erotic Scene in the Manner of Bergman
By Franz Bergmann
Located in Montreal, QC
Bronze figural group erotic scene in the manner of Bergman depicting a bacchante hold a grape over
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Erotic Vienna Bronzes Nude and Satyr by Bergman, circa 1900
By Franz Bergmann
Located in London, GB
An amusing pair of erotic Vienna bronzes, the nymph and the satyr by Bergman.
Both numbered to
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Bronze Figure Entitled
Erotic Dancer
by Bruno Zach
By Bruno Zach
Located in London, GB
A fabulous Art Deco cold painted bronze figure of an erotic beauty in an energetic pose, exhibiting
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1920s German Art Deco Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Wilhelm Von Gloeden: L
arte Di Gloeden - Erotic Photographs Book
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Wilhelm Von Gloeden L'Arte Di Gloeden erotic photographs book
Baron Wilhelm von Gloeden
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Paper
Japanese Antique Woodblock Print Album Erotic Couples Shunga Art, 11 Prints
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japanese complete antique palm sized silk covered album of eleven (11) woodblock printed prints of erotic
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Paper
Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita Signed Original Erotic Portrait de Jeune Femme Drawing
By Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita
Located in Studio City, CA
). This original ink on Japanese paper drawing, a quite erotic scene of two reclining nude female figures
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Early 20th Century French Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Paper
Naughty, Erotic Cold Painted Bronze Alligator with Nude Inside Signed, Bergmann
By Bergmann Foundry
Located in Petaluma, CA
is very cute and obviously adds whimsy and erotic flavor. Signed with the Bergmann Foundry mark and
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Early 1900s Austrian Belle Époque Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Early 20th Century Erotic Nude Bronze Cigar Cutter, Austria, 1910
By Franz Bergmann
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An amazing bronze cigar cutter in the form of a reclining nude woman.
The cigar cutter is cleverly hidden within the woman's hinged leg. By raising the leg, the concealed steel b...
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Early 20th Century Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze, Steel
Woman on Chaiselongue Nude Color Lithograph Framed Erotic Ernst Fuchs signed
By Ernst Fuchs
Located in Neuss, NW
Ernst FUCHS “Auf einer Chaiselongue liegender weiblicher Akt”. Original color lithograph. Handsigned and numbered (303/450). Ready to hang, framed with passe-partout in a real wood p...
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Paper
Franz Bergmann, Viennese Bronze
Marble Erotic Sculptural Vide Poche, ca. 1900
By Franz Bergmann
Located in New York, NY
reverse. These marks used to disguise his identity on the erotic art works. However, in most cases with
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Antique Meerschaum Pipe – Leda And The Swan, Erotic Sculpture – Circa 1900
Located in Bilzen, BE
"Antique Meerschaum Pipe – Leda And The Swan, Erotic Sculpture – Circa 1900"
Antique Meerschaum
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1890s French Other Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Other
Pair Indian Erotic Kama Sutra Tantric Gouache Paintings in Giltwood Frames
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of late 19th century high quality Indian erotic gouache paintings depicting male and female
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Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Paper
Antique Japanese Erotic Makimono, Long Hand Scroll, circa Early 20th Century
Located in Prahran, Victoria
Antique Japanese erotic (shunga) makimono (long hand scroll). This very unique scroll has a comic
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Antler, Paper
19th Century Japanese Signed Bone Inro with Birds and Erotic Scenes
Located in Dallas, TX
matrimonial glory !!! LOL
Believe it or not but……it is the erotic carving that makes this inro highly
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Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Bone
Japanese Geisha Bronze Metamorphic Erotic Figure, Made in Austria by F. Bergmann
By Franz Bergmann
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Austrian cold painted bronze metamorphic erotic figure of an oriental woman. The figure of Japanese
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Vienna Erotic Bronze Vintage by Franz Bergman Faun with Female Nude c.1890
By Franz Bergmann
Located in Vienna, AT
Gorgeous Vienna Bronze Erotic Figurine Group:
Faun - male figurine - accompanied by female nude
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19th Century Austrian Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Nude Erotic Woman Bronze Bookends, c. France 1925, Signed Scribe
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco Nude Erotic woman bronze bookends. c. France 1925. Signed Scribe
Pair of Art Deco green
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Dahl Jensen Erotic Porcelain Nude Man and Woman Paradise Figurine
By Dahl Jensen, Jens Jacob Bregnö
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An alluring Art Deco period Danish blanc-de-chine porcelain figurine of tenderly entwined lovers by Jen Jacob Bregno for Dahl Jensen.
Entitled: Paradise
Base bears a green unde...
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Table Sweeping Set in Silver, 835 with Erotic Motif, circa 1900
Located in København, Copenhagen
Antique table sweeping set in silver, 835 with the erotic motif, circa 1900.
The sweeping tray
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Silver
Early 20th Century Pair of Spanish Erotic Pen and Ink with Wash Drawings
Located in Hudson, NY
This pair of images are signed Jose Del Castillio. The medium is pencil line work over worked with pen and ink then certain areas filled with washed ink by brush. The technique is ma...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Wood, Paper
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver and Enamel Cigar Case 1889 Erotic Cigar Holder
By George Heath
Located in London, GB
An antique solid Silver Cigar Case with a gorgeous enamel image on the front cover. This image shows a woman in a sheer nightdress reclining on a bed. There are flowers in the fore g...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
KEES VAN DONGEN - Ink and pen - Erotic Scene
Lines
Located in Encino, CA
ruler) (recto)" - H: 4"1/2 x W: 6"
"Study of couple (Erotic Scene) (verso)" - H: 2"1/2 x W: 6"1/2
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Early 20th Century Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Ink
Erotic Icart Etching
By Louis Icart
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
" La Nurt et le moment" 1945, signed in pencil. Overall size in frame: 21.5" x 19".
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Early 20th Century French Antique Erotic Furniture
English Pottery Erotic Drinking Cup
Located in New York, NY
A rare English pottery erotic drinking cup decorated in underglaze Pratt colors
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18th Century and Earlier English Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Pottery
Pair of Erotic Foo Dogs Rare
Located in Sarasota, FL
Pair of Erotic ceramic with glaze Foo Dogs This pair come from a Chinese artist's coloney dark blue
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19th Century Chinese Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Erotic Stained Glass Windows
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This handpainted pair of stained glass windows, depicting erotic scenes, came from a London brothel
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Early 20th Century British Antique Erotic Furniture
Indian Erotic Sandstone Carving of Celestial Beings
Located in Seattle, WA
Erotic sandstone carving from the Khajuraho sites built by the Chandella culture (8th-10th
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18th Century and Earlier Indian Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Sandstone
Set of 14 Erotic Paintings from Thailand
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
An unusual set of 14 Thai paintings beautifully matted on silk and framed in water gilt frames. Each painting displays a sexual position in one half of the picture with the other hal...
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Early 20th Century Thai Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Gouache, Paper
Erotic Folk Art Figure of a Fireman
Located in London, GB
With articulated details
hand-carved and painted wood
English, circa 1940.
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Early 20th Century British Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Wood
Miniature Erotic Austrian Animated Figure Group, circa 1900
Located in Redding, CA
A fun erotic animated figural group of miniature size, finely cast as is the custom with these
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Scottish Mauchlineware Box with Erotic Scene, c. 1850
Located in New York, NY
Scottish Mauchlineware Box with Interior Sliding Panel Revealing Finely Painted Erotic Scene
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19th Century Scottish Antique Erotic Furniture
Erotic Pompeiian Scenes from the Secret Museum, 19th C.
Located in Essex, MA
A set of three 19th century erotic, period hand colored neoclassical prints depicting once
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19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Erotic Furniture
Suggestive Erotic Japanese Woodblock Print, Utamaro I Kitagawa Ukiyo-e
By Kitagawa Utamaro 1
Located in London, GB
otherwise playful imagery an erotic touch.
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Late 18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Washi Paper
Kutani Erotic Porcelain Figure of a Woman with Kitten, circa 1870
Located in Malvern, Victoria
Japanese, Kutani c1870
Erotic porcelain figure of a resting woman with her head on her hand. A
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1870s Asian Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Japanese Shunga Erotic Scroll
Located in Vancouver, BC
Vintage scroll of 10 erotic Japanese paintings on silk. Great original condition with minor
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Silk
Erotic Carved Door Push Panels
Located in London, GB
A very rare and possibly unique pair of carved "bone" erotic themed door push panels.
By repute
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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Erotic Furniture
Pair Thai Erotic Paintings On Cloth
Located in Woodbury, CT
HAND PAINTED EROTICA ON CLOTH, ELEPHANTS, HUMAN FIGURES IN EROTIC POSES, FRAMED UNDER GLASS
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19th Century Thai Antique Erotic Furniture
Eisen Shunga, Pair of Japanese Erotic Woodblock Prints
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful pair of Japanese Erotic wood block prints, circa mid-19th century. Later framed. Eisen
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19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Paper
Antique Austrian Gilt Bronze Erotic Figure Group, circa 1900
Located in Redding, CA
Finely cast and gilt bronze Austrian erotic figure group. Very collectable and rare.
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Erotic Furniture
Materials
Bronze
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Antique Erotic Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of antique erotic furniture for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, bronze and paper. 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. An item from our selection of antique erotic furniture made by Art Nouveau designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made choice in our collection of antique erotic furniture over the years, but those crafted by Franz Bergmann, Jean-Gabriel Domergue and Carl Kauba are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Antique Erotic Furniture?
The average selling price for a piece of antique erotic furniture at 1stDibs is $2,200, while they’re typically $100 on the low end and $48,500 for the highest priced.
Questions About Antique Erotic Furniture
- 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 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.
- 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, 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 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 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.