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Vintage Moorish Moroccan Brass Folding Tray Table
Located in Pulborough, GB
Moroccan brass folding tray table is a beautifully crafted piece of furniture that features intricate
Category

19th Century British Moorish Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique Moorish Moroccan Brass Folding Tray Table
Vintage Moorish Moroccan Brass Folding Tray Table

Vintage Moorish Moroccan Brass Folding Tray Table

$1,301
English Regency Fold Over Tea Table
Located in Faversham, GB
An early 19th century rosewood fold over table. The top of the table slides over on an offset pivot
Category

Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique English Regency Fold Over Tea Table
English Regency Fold Over Tea Table

English Regency Fold Over Tea Table

$4,015
4 Outdoor French Iron Folding Café Tables
Located in Queens, NY
4 Outdoor French (19/20th Century) painted iron rectangular folding garden cafe tables with slat
Category

19th Century French Biedermeier Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Iron

Antique 4 Outdoor French Iron Folding Café Tables
4 Outdoor French Iron Folding Café Tables

4 Outdoor French Iron Folding Café Tables

$950 / item
Antique Set of Four Folding Theater Seats
Located in Freehold, NJ
individual folding seats, and complete folding frame. Dimensions: 71.25w 21d 33.5h 16sh Condition notes
Category

Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique Set of Four Folding Theater Seats
Antique Set of Four Folding Theater Seats

Antique Set of Four Folding Theater Seats

$2,490
Pair of Antique Mexican Folding Stool
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this rare pair antique Mexican folding stool made in ponderosa Chihuahua circa 1920, with
Category

1920s Mexican Industrial Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair of Antique Mexican Folding Stool
Pair of Antique Mexican Folding Stool

Pair of Antique Mexican Folding Stool

$1,000 / set
Pair of 19th century Chinese folding armchairs
Located in Cheshire, GB
Pair of 19th-century Chinese folding armchairs, the arched backs profusely carved and detailed with
Category

19th Century British Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique Pair of 19th century Chinese folding armchairs
Pair of 19th century Chinese folding armchairs

Pair of 19th century Chinese folding armchairs

$2,960 / set
Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chair
Located in Cheshire, GB
Walnut framed folding Steamer deck chair. The cane work back and low seats, flanked by scrolling
Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Antique Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chair
Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chair

Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chair

$1,584 Sale Price
30% Off
Carved Wooden Folding Armchair, India 19th Century
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Folding wooden armchair entirely carved with a plant motif, leaves and flowers, and resting on 6
Category

19th Century Asian Anglo-Indian Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique Carved Wooden Folding Armchair, India 19th Century
Carved Wooden Folding Armchair, India 19th Century

Carved Wooden Folding Armchair, India 19th Century

$2,615 / item
Clawfoot Folding Oak Demi-Lune Table
Located in Asheville, NC
Beautiful, richly patinaed, carved oak demi lune, draped with tulip & acanthus leaves, stands upon cabriole legs and opens into a table for two or four! An investment to enjoy!
Category

1890s American Queen Anne Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique Clawfoot Folding Oak Demi-Lune Table
Clawfoot Folding Oak Demi-Lune Table

Clawfoot Folding Oak Demi-Lune Table

$9,800
Vintage Folding Wall Paper Console Table
Located in New York, NY
Great vintage folding wall paper table, made in the USA circa 1930's. The table is constructed of
Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Metal

Vintage Folding Wall Paper Console Table
Vintage Folding Wall Paper Console Table

Vintage Folding Wall Paper Console Table

$895
Warren McArthur Folding Chair for Mayfair Industries
By Warren McArthur
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1930's art deco folding chair by Warren McArthur. The chair features a tubular aluminum frame with
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Warren McArthur Folding Chair for Mayfair Industries
Warren McArthur Folding Chair for Mayfair Industries

Warren McArthur Folding Chair for Mayfair Industries

$400 / item
19th Century Biedermeier Folding Table
Located in Berlin, DE
Unique Biedermeier folding table, circa 1830. Veneer on solid wood. Veneer framed in thread and
Category

19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wood, Maple

19th Century Biedermeier Folding Table
19th Century Biedermeier Folding Table

19th Century Biedermeier Folding Table

$5,218
Antique Inlaid Folding Wooden Game Board
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An antique inlaid folding wooden game board with backgammon and checkerboard/chess board on the
Category

19th Century Unknown Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique Inlaid Folding Wooden Game Board
Antique Inlaid Folding Wooden Game Board

Antique Inlaid Folding Wooden Game Board

$295
19th Century Biedermeier Folding Table
Located in Berlin, DE
Unique Biedermeier folding table, circa 1830. Veneer on solid wood. Veneer framed in thread and
Category

19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wood, Maple

19th Century Biedermeier Folding Table
19th Century Biedermeier Folding Table

19th Century Biedermeier Folding Table

$4,540
19th Century Mahogany Folding Coach Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Restored mahogany coach table with X frame legs and center stretcher. Serving table that folds in
Category

19th Century American Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Mahogany Folding Coach Table
19th Century Mahogany Folding Coach Table

19th Century Mahogany Folding Coach Table

$2,250
19th Century Walnut Folding Blanket/Quilt Rack
Located in High Point, NC
which to support folded blankets or quilts when not in use. The two panels are joined together in the
Category

19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Walnut Folding Blanket/Quilt Rack
19th Century Walnut Folding Blanket/Quilt Rack

19th Century Walnut Folding Blanket/Quilt Rack

$1,595
Walnut framed folding Steamer deck chair
Located in Cheshire, GB
Walnut framed folding Steamer deck chair. The cane work back and seat, flanked by scrolling arms
Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Walnut framed folding Steamer deck chair
Walnut framed folding Steamer deck chair

Walnut framed folding Steamer deck chair

$1,589 Sale Price
20% Off
Painted French Folding Garden Table
Located in Buchanan, NY
folds for easy storage, making it practical as well as stylish. It also features a central hole to
Category

1920s French Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Iron

Painted French Folding Garden Table
Painted French Folding Garden Table

Painted French Folding Garden Table

$2,400
Three tier folding cake stand
Located in Cheshire, GB
Three tier folding walnut cake stand having three circular shelves inset with tooled leather. All
Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Three tier folding cake stand
Three tier folding cake stand

Three tier folding cake stand

$926 Sale Price
20% Off
Early 20th century folding garden table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 20th century folding garden table circa 1920. Steel garden room table, rectangular top with
Category

Early 20th Century English Victorian Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Steel, Iron

Early 20th century folding garden table
Early 20th century folding garden table

Early 20th century folding garden table

$1,500
Edo Landscape Japanese Folding Screen
By Japanese Studio
Located in Brescia, IT
was consolidated by the brothers Ogata Korin (1658–1716) and Ogata Kenzan (1663–1743). This folding
Category

18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Gold Leaf

Edo Landscape Japanese Folding Screen
Edo Landscape Japanese Folding Screen

Edo Landscape Japanese Folding Screen

$30,312
Arts Crafts Oak Folding Screen
Located in Cambridge, US
USA, ca. 1920s. A handsome three-panel folding screen or room divider with strong Arts & Crafts
Category

1920s American Arts and Crafts Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Leather, Oak

Arts Crafts Oak Folding Screen
Arts Crafts Oak Folding Screen

Arts Crafts Oak Folding Screen

$2,400
Antique Edwardian Folding Tray Top Coffee Table
Located in London, GB
A smart and very useful antique Edwardian folding tray top coffee table. This was made in England
Category

Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique Edwardian Folding Tray Top Coffee Table
Antique Edwardian Folding Tray Top Coffee Table

Antique Edwardian Folding Tray Top Coffee Table

$993
Walnut Fold-Over Table, 19th Century, England
Located in Lisbon, PT
A Georgian English from the 19th century walnut game table featuring a hinged and molded rectangular top that elegantly unfolds to double in size, revealing a finely hand-carved wood...
Category

19th Century English Georgian Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wood

Walnut Fold-Over Table, 19th Century, England
Walnut Fold-Over Table, 19th Century, England

Walnut Fold-Over Table, 19th Century, England

$5,028
A Folding Bamboo Luggage Rack
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Folding Bamboo Luggage Rack This is a good sturdy piece, it is made in chunky bamboo, the stand
Category

Mid-19th Century Mid-Century Modern Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Bamboo

A Folding Bamboo Luggage Rack
A Folding Bamboo Luggage Rack

A Folding Bamboo Luggage Rack

$1,089
Antique Blue Green Square Folding Table from France
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This 19th-century French tilt-top pedestal table features a square top that can be folded upright
Category

Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique Blue Green Square Folding Table from France
Antique Blue Green Square Folding Table from France

Antique Blue Green Square Folding Table from France

$2,000
18th Century Swedish Rococo Folding Table
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo folding table. With decorative tripod base. Scraped back to
Category

Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wood

18th Century Swedish Rococo Folding Table
18th Century Swedish Rococo Folding Table

18th Century Swedish Rococo Folding Table

$3,700
Mid-19th Century French Folding Presentation Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This presentation table boasts an industrial yet delicate appeal with its foldable X-shaped metal
Category

1840s French Country Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wood

Mid-19th Century French Folding Presentation Table
Mid-19th Century French Folding Presentation Table

Mid-19th Century French Folding Presentation Table

$2,475
1900s French Wooden Folding Armchair with Upholstered Cushions
Located in High Point, NC
This 1900s French wooden folding armchair blends decorative craftsmanship with practical ingenuity
Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1900s French Wooden Folding Armchair with Upholstered Cushions
1900s French Wooden Folding Armchair with Upholstered Cushions

1900s French Wooden Folding Armchair with Upholstered Cushions

$1,995
Moorish 19th Century Folding Chair Inlaid
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Antique Middle Eastern Egyptian Moorish walnut wood folding chair with intricate foliate carving
Category

Late 19th Century Egyptian Moorish Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wood

Moorish 19th Century Folding Chair Inlaid
Moorish 19th Century Folding Chair Inlaid

Moorish 19th Century Folding Chair Inlaid

$2,950
Edwardian Satinwood Folding Screen
Located in Water Mill, NY
Edwardian veneered satinwood, beveled glass and oriental silk dressing screen.
Category

Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Glass, Wood

Edwardian Satinwood Folding Screen
Edwardian Satinwood Folding Screen

Edwardian Satinwood Folding Screen

$1,900
Early 20th Century Chinese folding screen
Located in Martlesham, GB
A highly decorative early 20th Century Chinese folding screen / divider consisting of seven panels
Category

1910s Chinese Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Pine

Early 20th Century Chinese folding screen
Early 20th Century Chinese folding screen

Early 20th Century Chinese folding screen

$2,261
1900 s Faux Bamboo Folding Butler Tray
Located in Denton, TX
Faux Bamboo butler tray with ornate brass handles and folding stand. Circa 1900 made in England for
Category

Early 20th Century European Edwardian Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Burlap, Oak

1900 s Faux Bamboo Folding Butler Tray
1900 s Faux Bamboo Folding Butler Tray

1900 s Faux Bamboo Folding Butler Tray

$1,250
1900s French Wooden Folding Armchair With Cane Back
Located in High Point, NC
This wooden folding armchair with a cane back combines functional ingenuity with timeless
Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Cane, Wood

1900s French Wooden Folding Armchair With Cane Back
1900s French Wooden Folding Armchair With Cane Back

1900s French Wooden Folding Armchair With Cane Back

$1,795
French Folding Demilune Card Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique French demilune card table or console with embossed leather top. Opens to a 35 inch round game table.
Category

19th Century French Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Leather

French Folding Demilune Card Table
French Folding Demilune Card Table

French Folding Demilune Card Table

$2,950
Early 20thC Gilt Folding Triple Dressing Table Mirror
Located in Altrincham, GB
Early 20thC Gilt Folding Triple Dressing Table Mirror with bevelled glass mirror plates supported
Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Early 20thC Gilt Folding Triple Dressing Table Mirror
Early 20thC Gilt Folding Triple Dressing Table Mirror

Early 20thC Gilt Folding Triple Dressing Table Mirror

$3,220
Antique English Victorian Tri-Fold Vanity Mirror
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Antique English Victorian Tri-Fold Vanity Mirror Beveled Mirrors with beautiful pattern on back of
Category

Early 20th Century Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique English Victorian Tri-Fold Vanity Mirror
Antique English Victorian Tri-Fold Vanity Mirror

Antique English Victorian Tri-Fold Vanity Mirror

$236 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century Hand Carved Indian Folding Table
Located in London, GB
19th Century Hand Carved Indian Folding Table A larger than usual example of a turn of the
Category

1920s Indian Late Victorian Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wood

19th Century Hand Carved Indian Folding Table
19th Century Hand Carved Indian Folding Table

19th Century Hand Carved Indian Folding Table

$2,192
Italian Savonarola Dante Or Curule Folding Chair
Located in Sheffield, MA
iron frame that folds in a Campaign style with bronze-mounted finials. A sling back rest and cushion
Category

Late 19th Century Italian Classical Roman Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Iron

Italian Savonarola Dante Or Curule Folding Chair
Italian Savonarola Dante Or Curule Folding Chair

Italian Savonarola Dante Or Curule Folding Chair

$2,300
Fruitwood Fold Top Game Table. Early 19th Century
Located in Houston, TX
This antique fold-top game table is a charming and functional piece from the early 1800s. It is
Category

Early 19th Century North American Federal Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Fruitwood

Fruitwood Fold Top Game Table. Early 19th Century
Fruitwood Fold Top Game Table. Early 19th Century

Fruitwood Fold Top Game Table. Early 19th Century

$2,170
Mahogany Table Foldable Legs, 17th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
not present remarkable decorative elements, but a series of metal fittings that allow to fold it to
Category

17th Century European Baroque Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Mahogany Table Foldable Legs, 17th Century
Mahogany Table Foldable Legs, 17th Century

Mahogany Table Foldable Legs, 17th Century

$5,587
Gebrüder Thonet Vienna Folding Stool/Walking Stick
Located in Barcelona, Cataluna
Hard-to-find collector's item. Produced by Thonet Brothers. Circa 1911-1915.
Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Other Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Cane, Wood

Gebrüder Thonet Vienna Folding Stool/Walking Stick
Gebrüder Thonet Vienna Folding Stool/Walking Stick

Gebrüder Thonet Vienna Folding Stool/Walking Stick

$2,971
Early 20th Century Oak Folding Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Green stained oak chair with inset caned seat and back. Stamped PECK.
Category

Early 20th Century American Campaign Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Cane, Oak

Early 20th Century Oak Folding Chair
Early 20th Century Oak Folding Chair

Early 20th Century Oak Folding Chair

$660
19th Century Biedermeier Folding Console Table Mahogany
Located in Münster, DE
Folding console table Biedermeier around 1820/25 Mahogany veneered, top swivels and opens, rounded
Category

1820s German Biedermeier Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Biedermeier Folding Console Table Mahogany
19th Century Biedermeier Folding Console Table Mahogany

19th Century Biedermeier Folding Console Table Mahogany

$2,841
Korean jewelry box with folding mirror
Located in S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
flap that serves as a folding mirror.
Category

1880s Korean Other Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Brass

Korean jewelry box with folding mirror
Korean jewelry box with folding mirror

Korean jewelry box with folding mirror

$2,318
19th Century English Campaign Folding Dining Table
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Late 19th Century English rare patent folding mahogany campaign officer's dining table. With drop
Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century English Campaign Folding Dining Table
19th Century English Campaign Folding Dining Table

19th Century English Campaign Folding Dining Table

$3,631
French 1920’s painted folding metalwork table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
French 1920's painted folding metalwork table. Good quality table with many practically use's
Category

Early 20th Century French Industrial Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Metal

French 1920’s painted folding metalwork table
French 1920’s painted folding metalwork table

French 1920’s painted folding metalwork table

$2,124
Antique Large Four Folds Room Divider
Located in London, GB
An imposing Italian still life oil painting four folds room divider.
Category

19th Century Italian Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique Large Four Folds Room Divider
Antique Large Four Folds Room Divider

Antique Large Four Folds Room Divider

$5,481 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Round Chinoiserie Folding Side Tables
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Pair of round chinoiserie folding side tables. A very useful duet as they fold completely flat
Category

Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Elm

Pair of Round Chinoiserie Folding Side Tables
Pair of Round Chinoiserie Folding Side Tables

Pair of Round Chinoiserie Folding Side Tables

$1,089
Original Art Nouveau Folding Bench, circa 1900
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Original art nouveau folding bench, circa 1900.
Category

Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Beech

Original Art Nouveau Folding Bench, circa 1900
Original Art Nouveau Folding Bench, circa 1900

Original Art Nouveau Folding Bench, circa 1900

$4,517
French Folding Child s Desk and Chair
Located in Winter Park, FL
A French folding child's school desk and chair made of beechwood. The desktop has dovetailed
Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Metal

French Folding Child s Desk and Chair
French Folding Child s Desk and Chair

French Folding Child s Desk and Chair

$950
English "Steamer" Folding Black Polished Deck Chair
Located in Kastrup, DK
English Steamer folding deck chair with extending footrest. Frame in black lacqured wood with
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

English "Steamer" Folding Black Polished Deck Chair
English "Steamer" Folding Black Polished Deck Chair

English "Steamer" Folding Black Polished Deck Chair

$791 Sale Price
45% Off
Antique Griffioen, Folding Firescreen England
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice Brass griffioen, fire place screen 4 piece folding fire screen. Griffioen, mythical
Category

1920s English Late Victorian Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique Griffioen, Folding Firescreen England
Antique Griffioen, Folding Firescreen England

Antique Griffioen, Folding Firescreen England

$1,367
Pair of Michael Thonet Folding Deck Chairs
By Michael Thonet, Thonet
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Model: Fireside chair model 1 (Kaminsessel) designed in 1866 The chairs need restoration, only the wood, the wicker cane webbing is in good condition on both pieces. MOMA New York ha...
Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Aesthetic Movement Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Pair of Michael Thonet Folding Deck Chairs
Pair of Michael Thonet Folding Deck Chairs

Pair of Michael Thonet Folding Deck Chairs

$1,500 / set
Vintage Three-panel folding Mirror, c. 1900, France
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
A beautiful vintage three-panel folding wall mirror. The piece features a solid wooden frame that
Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage Three-panel folding Mirror, c. 1900, France
Vintage Three-panel folding Mirror, c. 1900, France

Vintage Three-panel folding Mirror, c. 1900, France

$4,500
Mahogany folding table in style of vienna secession
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Mahogany folding table in style of vienna secession in excellent original condition with signs of
Category

Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mahogany folding table in style of vienna secession
Mahogany folding table in style of vienna secession

Mahogany folding table in style of vienna secession

$1,545
19th Century English Regency Folding Table or Tripod
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare original English Regency folding table or tripod table 18th-19th century. Through and through
Category

19th Century English Regency Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

19th Century English Regency Folding Table or Tripod
19th Century English Regency Folding Table or Tripod

19th Century English Regency Folding Table or Tripod

$4,624
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Antique Folding Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of antique folding furniture on 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and mahogany. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect piece of antique folding furniture — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An item from our selection of antique folding furniture, designed in the Victorian, Georgian or Industrial style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Japanese School, Fenton Brothers and Liberty of London each produced at least one beautiful choice in our collection of antique folding furniture that is worth considering.

How Much is a Antique Folding Furniture?

A piece of antique folding furniture can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,402, while the lowest priced sells for $50 and the highest can go for as much as $4,500,000.
Questions About Antique Folding Furniture
  • How do I identify my antique furniture?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What makes furniture an antique?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs 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 Answer
    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.
  • How do I know if my furniture is antique?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What antique furniture is popular?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • How do I know if my antique furniture is valuable?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Is antique furniture worth anything?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Is antique furniture making a comeback?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • How do I date antique furniture from the UK?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • How old is furniture called antique?
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    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.
  • What is the best finish for antique furniture?
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    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
  • How can I tell if my Chinese furniture is antique?
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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.

  • How can I tell how old my antique furniture is?
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    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.
  • How can I tell what my antique furniture is worth?
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    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.
  • How do you identify antique Chinese furniture?
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    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.

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  • How can you tell antique furniture from reproduction?
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    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.
  • How can I tell who made my antique furniture?
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    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.
  • How old must furniture be to be considered antique?
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    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.
  • How do you tell the difference between antique and reproduction furniture?
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    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.
  • What’s the difference between vintage and antique furniture?
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    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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