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

Materials

Wood, Mother-of-Pearl, Shell

19th Century Carved Walnut Folding Scissors Savonarola Bench/Settee
Located in Miami, FL
19th century carved walnut folding scissors Savonarola bench/settee Typical of the Italian
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Mid-19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Turkish Tin Copper Tray Table on Wooden Folding Stand
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Turkish tin copper tray table on wooden folding stand Turkish Persian Mameluke style tinned
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Late 19th Century Turkish Moorish Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Metal, Copper

Federal Style Inlaid Mahogany Fold-Top Console Table, Circa 1920s
Located in Germantown, MD
An early 20th Century fold-top mahogany console table with satinwood inlays. Measures 36" in width
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Early 20th Century American Federal Antique Folding Furniture

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Mahogany

B25 Japanese Antiques CalligraphyA 6panels, Silver Paper, folding Screen
Located in Niiza, JP
Calligraphy, folding screen Material: Paper, wooden frame 1 piece: Width 590 x Height 1700 x Depth
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19th Century Japanese Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Paper

19th Century Steamed Wood Folding Campaign Chair With Metal Hardware
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Solid, beautifully conceived folding Campaign chair with excellent attention to detail. Metal
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1890s English Campaign Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Maple

19th c. Middle Eastern Filigreed Folding Screen
Located in Queens, NY
Nineteenth century Middle Eastern carved folding screen with three carved teak panels, brass and
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19th Century Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Teak

1920s Pair of Rosewood Cane Seat Folding Lounge Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
A pair of folding Anglo Indian lounge chairs that evokes the romance of a 1920s ship's voyage
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Early 20th Century English Anglo-Indian Antique Folding Furniture

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Cane, Rosewood

Rare 19th Century Chinese Folding Low Table Kang Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
The unusual 19th century Kang Table (low table) is designed for the legs to fold into the table for
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Folding Furniture

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Elm

Victorian Military Campaign Folding Faux Bamboo Embroidered Safari Cane Chair
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A delicate slice of Victorian Military Campaign. A folding Chair of Faux Bamboo, with an
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Mid-19th Century British British Colonial Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique Red Lacquered Folding Traveller’s Chair with Footrest and Fabric
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese late Qing Dynasty period red lacquered folding traveller’s chair from the early 20th
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1930s Arts and Craft Oak Folding Etagere / Bookcase
Located in Germantown, MD
1930s Arts and Craft Oak Folding Etagere or Bookcase measuring 25.5" in width, 9" in depth and
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Folding Furniture

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Oak

19th Century French Folding Library Step Ladder in Walnut
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This elegant French folding ladder, crafted in walnut and dating from the late 19th century, is a
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Folding Furniture

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Walnut

Antique Georgian George II Mahogany Folding Card or Tea Table - C1750
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique Georgian George II Mahogany Folding Card or Tea Table – c.1750, Fine Quality Full of
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1750s British George II Antique Folding Furniture

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Wood

Swedish Folding Kitchen Work/Farm Table by Erik Bolin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Eric Bolin was a French furniture designer to the stars. His list of list of clients included
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1870s Swedish Rustic Antique Folding Furniture

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Walnut

Early 20th Century English Folding Veranda Bamboo Garden Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Century folding English bamboo garden Chair. Originating from Europe in the late Edwardian period, this
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1910s British Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker

English Victorian Folding Campaign Lounge Chair, or Bergère, Late 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
English Victorian Folding Campaign Lounge Chair, or Bergère, Late 19th Century
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Late 19th Century English Antique Folding Furniture

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Walnut

Qing Dynasty Red Lacquer Traveller s Folding Chair with Woven Seat
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Chinese Qing Dynasty period red lacquered folding traveller’s chair from the 19th
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

B43 Japanese antique, pine, cedar Byobu folding screen, room dividers
Located in Niiza, JP
mm Folded size: Width 900 x Height 1740 x Depth 60 mm, weight 14 kg Packaging (4-5 mm thick plywood
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19th Century Japanese Antique Folding Furniture

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Cedar, Pine

Antique Folding Silver Table, Chinese, Serving Tray, Afternoon Tea, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique folding silver table. A Chinese, mahogany two piece serving tray, dating to the
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique Campaign Tea Table, Anglo Indian Teak, Folding, Serving, Victorian, 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique campaign tea table. An Anglo-Indian, relief carved teak folding table of
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Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Teak

19th Century Chinoiserie Three Panel Folding Privacy Screen
Located in Bradenton, FL
A 19th century Chinoiserie privacy screen. A three-panel carved wooden frame, decorated with scrolled details and brass rings, supports a ruched gold and red damask fabric. The centr...
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19th Century Chinoiserie Antique Folding Furniture

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Fabric, Damask, Wood

19th century Japanese gaming table with removable and foldable top
Located in Oostende, BE
19th century Japanese gaming table with removable and foldable top
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19th Century Japanese Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Leather, Bamboo, Wood

Early 20th Century Chinese 7 Panels Folding Screen, Room Divider
Located in Pomona, CA
This early 20th-century gorgeous seven-panel wooden folding screen adds a touch of classic Chinese
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique English Folding Chair Royal Military Interest Smith s Lawn Windsor
Located in Norwich, GB
An interesting antique folding fruitwood and canvas chair with royal and military interest. Used at
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Early 20th Century English Campaign Antique Folding Furniture

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Sterling Silver

Antique Edwardian Quality Mahogany Inlaid Fold Over Card/Lamp Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Edwardian quality mahogany inlaid fold over card/lamp table having a quality mahogany
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Folding Furniture

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Other

Antique George III Quality Mahogany Fold over Tea/Side Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique George III quality mahogany fold over tea/side table having a quality mahogany fold over
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Early 1800s English George III Antique Folding Furniture

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Mahogany

Early Sucsessionist Jugendstil Folding Chair in Richard Riemerschmid Manner
By Richard Riemerschmid
Located in Buffalo, NY
Early Sucsessionist Jugendstil folding chair in the manner of Richard Riemerschmid, unusual form
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Early 20th Century German Jugendstil Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wood

Regency Mahogany Circular Three Tier Folding Dumbwaiter Etagere Brass Castors
Located in Stamford, CT
shelves that fold. The central turned support resting on a tripod base of three elegant legs with acanthus
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Brass

Folding Boxwood Brass Shoe Size Measure, circa 1880
Located in London, GB
A late 19th century folding cobbler's boxwood and brass shoe size measure, for the French market
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Late 19th Century English Antique Folding Furniture

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Boxwood

Rare 17th C Table Folding Center Table With Drawer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
It is a very rare to find a 17th century table in such good shape. This handsome Italian folding
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17th Century Italian Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Iron

English George III Mahogany Butler s Tray Table on Folding Stand
Located in San Francisco, CA
Early 19th century Regency George III period mahogany butler's tray on folding stand. Unusual
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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Folding Furniture

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Mahogany

Chinese Six-Panel Decorative Folding Screen, Circa 1780
Located in Charleston, SC
Chinese six-panel folding screen with decorative carved forest with standing and flying cranes
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1780s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Folding Furniture

Antique Chinese Carved Hardwood Folding Gate Leg Table with Figural Carvings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Chinese Carved Hardwood Folding Gate Leg Table with Figural Carvings. Item features a
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Early 20th Century Unknown Other Antique Folding Furniture

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Hardwood

Chinese Baitong Etched Folding Hat Stand, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
ingenious folding white brass hat stand, covered in intricately etched scrollwork, recalls the time of the
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Three Tier Marquetry Folding Table Louis Philippe Style
Located in Sofia, BG
19th Century French single-tier folding three-tier table. Walnut table inlaid with precious wood
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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wood

Restored Bauhaus Folding Chair, Beech Plywood, Revived Polish, Czechia, 1930s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored Bauhaus Folding Chair. Style: Bauhaus Period: 1930-1939 Source: Czechia Seat height
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Early 19th Century English Flame Mahogany Fold-Over Tea Table
Located in Worcester, GB
Early 19th Century English Flame Mahogany Fold-Over Tea Table Origin: England Date: Circa 1820
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Early 19th Century British Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Mughal Empire Antique Brass Tray Table with Wooden Folding Stand
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-480 Mughal Empire antique brass tray with later date carved wooden folding stand. Brass top is
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1890s Indian Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Brass

Rare Antique Japanese Folding Screen by Kano Tanshin
By Kano Tanshin
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exquisite Japanese folding screen painted and signed by Kano Tanshin (Morimasa) (1658-1719
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17th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Brass

"Folded" Fruit Bowl of service Bracquemond-Rousseau / Faience Montereau
By Creil et Montereau, Félix Bracquemond
Located in Greenwich, CT
Rare Japonism "Folded" Fruit Bowl from service "Bracquemond-Rousseau" of Faience Manufacture Creil
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Late 19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Faience

19th Century, Chinese Folding Bamboo Headrest, circa 1800
Located in Central England, GB
A rare 19th century Chinese folding bamboo headrest. This ingenious rare and beautifully made
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19th Century Chinese Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Bamboo

Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Folding Campaign Chair attr. George Hunzinger
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Folding Campaign Parlor Chair attributed to George Hunzinger. Circa
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Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Roman Statues and Coins, Composite Antiquities Plate with Center Fold, 1721
Located in Langweer, NL
Roman Statues and Coins, Composite Antiquities Plate with Center Fold, 1721 Description: This
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1720s British Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Paper

Louis Philippe Mahogany Hall Bench with a Folding Foot-Rest
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
An unusual Louis Philippe mahogany hall bench with a folding footrest, of narrow rectangular form
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1830s French Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Handcrafted Colonial Teak Campaign Table with Folding Legs
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Circa 1890's Solid teak hand crafted Campaign folding table from the days of the British Raj
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Late 19th Century British Indian Ocean Territory Campaign Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Teak

Pair of Folding Iron Garden Chairs, France, circa 1920s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Elegant pair of collapsible iron garden chairs with slatted backs and seats and X-shaped bases. The backs curve gently outwards and the seats are slightly concave.
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Early 20th Century French Antique Folding Furniture

19th Century Original English Mahogany Campaign Folding Table with Brass Work
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Circa 1850's Rare, original folding Campaign table from England. Authentic patina in sturdy but
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1860s English Campaign Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Brass

Georgian Tortoiseshell Folding Card Case With Silver Piqué Borders C. 1830
Located in Atlanta, GA
This refined small-scale folding card case is constructed in the traditional two-leaf format
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Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Shell

Very Unusual Painted 3 Fold Screen, Gilt Fire Screen
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Very Unusual Painted 3 Fold Screen, Gilt Fire Screen This is an attractive Piece on a seafaring
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Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Paint

Chinese Coromandel Lacquer Eight Fold Screen, Early 20th Century
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality early 20th century Chinese Coromandel lacquer eight fold screen. Depicting a
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Lacquer

FIRST HALF OF THE 18th CENTURY VENETIAN WALNUT FOLDING CABINET
Located in Firenze, FI
Elegant and sumptuous Venetian folding cabinet, entirely veneered in walnut and burl wood
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Early 18th Century Italian Louis XIV Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Austrian wooden foldable Thonet armchair with Vienna straw, late 1800s
By Thonet
Located in MIlano, IT
elliptical in shape and covered in dark Vienna straw. The armchair is foldable. Produced by Thonet at the end
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1890s Austrian Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Straw, Wood

19th Century French Fold over Mahogany Games or Tea Table
Located in Miami, FL
19th century French fold over mahogany games or tea table with original finish. The rectangular top
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Late 19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Early 20th Century Children s Chair with folding mechanism, Thonet Vienna
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Münster, DE
Thonet children's chair Children's chair with folding mechanism, Gebrüder Thonet, Vienna, around
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Early 20th Century Austrian Belle Époque Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wicker, Bentwood

19th Century French Louis-Philippe Burl Walnut and Felt Folding Game Table
Located in Dallas, TX
, and reflects the refined practicality that defined mid-19th-century French furniture. Designed as a
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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Felt, Walnut, Burl

French Early 20th Century Folding Iron Bed
Located in Buchanan, NY
French iron bed, circa 1900, made to be used against the wall. The iron has a nice natural patina. The bed is sold alone, it does not include a mattress not does it include any pil...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Iron

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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
  • 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 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    There are a number of factors that can indicate if your antique furniture is valuable. When determining the value of antique furniture, consider its rarity. Additionally, it is important to determine the quality and condition of vintage furniture. If unsure of the value of your vintage furniture, have it appraised.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Antique furniture can be worth quite a lot, particularly if it is in good quality. The rarer the piece, the higher the value.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Whether antique furniture is making a comeback is a matter of opinion. Many people would argue that antique furniture never faded from fashion, as there have always been individuals who love the idea of owning pieces that have history. Some of the most popular styles for antique furniture include Art Deco, Arts and Crafts, Renaissance Revival, Elizabethan, Gothic Revival, Victorian and Chippendale. Find a large collection of antique furniture from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    To date antique furniture from the UK, first look for identifying markings on the piece. You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active. From there, you may be able to estimate the year of production by looking at images of other furniture the maker produced. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also aid you in the dating process. Find a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 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 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.