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KPM, Berlin. Six Royal Ivory Deep Plates in Cream-Colored Porcelain
Located in København, Copenhagen
KPM, Berlin. Six Royal Ivory deep plates in cream-colored porcelain with gold decoration. 1920s
Category
1920s German Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain
Set of 9 Antique Greek Costume and Antiquity Prints by Wasmuth, Berlin c.1900
Located in Langweer, NL
Set of 9 Antique Greek Costume and Antiquity Prints by Wasmuth, Berlin c.1900
This impressive set
Category
Early 1900s German Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Paper
Art Nouveau Poster The Garden Pavilion World of Women by Carl Schnebel Berlin
Located in Hannover, DE
Carl Schnebel, it was printed by the Hollerbaum & Schmidt art studio in the German capital Berlin, this
Category
Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Linen, Paper
KPM Berlin, Porcelain Pot-Pourri and Gilt Bronze Mount, 19th Century
By KPM Porcelain
Located in Beaune, FR
Large porcelain bowl or potpourri and bronze mount signed below the mark "KPM" in Berlin. This cup
Category
19th Century German Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Bronze
Kpm, Berlin, Two Antique Porcelain Plates with Hand-Painted Flower Baskets
Located in København, Copenhagen
KPM, Berlin. Two antique porcelain plates with hand-painted flower baskets and gold edge. Early
Category
Early 20th Century German Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of German Porcelain Pastille Incense Burners by KPM Berlin, 1820
By KPM Porcelain
Located in Milano, MI
An exquisite pair of early 19th century Berlin KPM porcelain pastille, incense burners, two antique
Category
1820s German Rococo Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain
Unusual and Monumental German Black Japanned Faience Vase on Pedestal Berlin
Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE
the Prussian Royal family in the 1840s, professor Wittwer speculates that they were produced in Berlin
Category
Mid-19th Century German Chinoiserie Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Ceramic
Antique KPM Royal Berlin Porcelain Chamberstick with a Maiden
s Head Handle
By Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique figural porcelain candlestick or chamberstick.
By KPM Royal Berlin.
The handle is
Category
Early 20th Century German Rococo Revival Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain
A Fine Berlin K.P.M Porcelain Plaque - Antigone and Ismene
Located in Tarzana, CA
: 18.5"
Height: 22"
The Royal Porcelain Manufacture Berlin (KPM) was founded in 1763 by Frederick II of
Category
19th Century German Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain
1819 Antique Map of Asia -
Asien
by Simon Schropp et Comp, Berlin
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Asien'. Original old map of Asia. Published in Berlin by Simon Schropp et Comp
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Paper
$1,803 Sale Price
20% Off
A Fine Berlin K.P.M Plaque of a Blonde Beauty
Located in Tarzana, CA
A Fine Berlin K.P.M Plaque of a Blonde Beauty
Period: 19th Century
Origin: Germany
Framed
Category
19th Century German Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain
Antique KPM Royal Berlin Porcelain Flower Encrusted Reticulated Fruit Basket
By Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine, antique KPM porcelain flower encrusted fruit basket.
With traditional twig form handles and feet, an openwork body, flower encrustation, and hand painted floral decor...
Category
19th Century German Rococo Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of German Porcelain Yellow Ground Two Handled Vases, Berlin, circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
Pair of German porcelain yellow ground two handled vases, Berlin, circa 1900.
Category
Early 1900s German Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Berlin Oval Porcelain Plaque Young Woman Ormolu Frame, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning and unique antique Berlin framed porcelain plaque, circa 1870 in date.
This
Category
1870s German Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Ormolu
Oil Painting on Plate Wilhelm Link 1920s Urban Fall Berlin Rainy Day Framed
Located in Neuss, NW
Wilhelm Willy link Urban Fall. Autumn day in rainy Berlin. Old gas lanterns line the side of a
Category
1920s German Art Deco Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Wood
Wonderful Late 19th-Early 20th Berlin K.P.M. Porcelain Rectangular Plaque
By KPM Porcelain
Located in Long Island City, NY
A wonderful late 19th-early 20th Berlin K.P.M. porcelain rectangular plaque
Painted landscape
Category
Late 19th Century German Belle Époque Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain, Giltwood
20th Century Big KPM Berlin Louis Tuaillon Sculpture Figure Amazoness on Horse
By Louis Tuaillon
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful figure of the famous Royal Porcelain Manufacture Berlin (KPM). Very naturalistic
Category
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain
Large ceramic floor vase by the artist Otto Douglas Hill Berlin around 1930
Located in Berlin, DE
Large ceramic floor vase by the artist Otto Douglas Hill Berlin around 1930
Impressive and
Category
Early 20th Century German Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Zinc
$2,252 Sale Price
51% Off
Berlin K.P.M. Porcelain Plaque "Der Eremit"
The Hermit
After Salomon Koninck
By Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A late 19th early 20th century Berlin K.P.M. Porcelain Plaque titled "Der Eremit" (The Hermit
Category
Early 1900s German Baroque Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain, Giltwood
An Egyptian revival bronze wall hanging of Horus, Berlin Foundry - late 19th C
Located in London, GB
Berlin, the most renown being the Aktien-Gesellschaft Gladenbeck that operated from 1851 until 1926
Category
Late 19th Century German Egyptian Revival Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Bronze
Antique KPM Berlin potpourri vases with Watteau scenes around 1830, 64 cm
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique KPM Berlin potpourri vases with Watteau scenes around 1830, 64 cm
Painted on both sides
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain
Kpm, Berlin, Chocolate Cup Hand Painted with Green Flowers and Gold Decoration
Located in København, Copenhagen
KPM, Berlin.
Chocolate cup hand-painted with green flowers and gold decoration.
Marked.
Mid-19th
Category
Mid-19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain
Antique KPM Royal Berlin Reticulated Porcelain Basket with Deutsche Blumen Decor
By KPM Porcelain
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine KPM porcelain basket.
With reticulated or pierced sides, twin handles, and a hand-painted floral spray to the center.
Simply a wonderful porcelain basket!
Date:
Late...
Category
Early 20th Century German Rococo Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain
Kpm, Berlin, Two Antique Plates in Curved Porcelain with Hand-Painted Flowers
Located in København, Copenhagen
KPM, Berlin. Two antique plates in curved porcelain with hand-painted flowers and gold decoration
Category
Late 19th Century German Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain
Berlin Deko Makassar and Red Marble Chest of Drawers with Sculptured Feet
By Bernhard Hoetger
Located in Petershagen, DE
handcrafted furniture.
Published in: Markus Winter, Berlin Deko, Stuttgart, 2025, page 101
Category
1910s German Art Deco Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Marble
Kpm, Berlin, Five Royal Ivory Teacups with Saucers in Cream-Colored Porcelain
Located in København, Copenhagen
KPM, Berlin. Five Royal Ivory teacups with saucers in cream-colored porcelain with gold decoration
Category
1920s German Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain
Berlin (KPM) Porcelain Plaque Of A Young Woman, In a Giltwood Frame
By Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A Very Fine Berlin (KPM) Porcelain Plaque Of A Young Woman, In a Giltwood Frame.
The plaque has
Category
19th Century German Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain, Giltwood
Antique KPM Royal Berlin Porcelain Hand-Painted Tureen with Cornucopia
Cherub
By KPM Porcelain
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique KPM porcelain tureen with flower encrusted handles, Deutsche Blumen floral sprays, and a figural cherub and cornucopia finial.
The base bears a blue underglaze fac...
Category
Early 20th Century German Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Porcelain Plaque in Gilded Frame of Abraham 19th Century
By Berlin Royal Porcelain Factory
Located in London, GB
This is a magnificent and finely painted porcelain plaque, probably Berlin, finely painted with a
Category
19th Century German Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain, Giltwood
KPM, Berlin, Large Antique Dish in Hand Painted Porcelain with Floral Motifs
Located in København, Copenhagen
KPM, Berlin. Large antique dish in hand painted porcelain with floral motifs and gold edge, 19th
Category
19th Century German Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain
18th Century Hand-Colored Homann Map of Germany, Including Frankfurt and Berlin
By Johann Baptist Homann
Located in Alamo, CA
regions of Germany, including the cities of Frankfurt, Brandenburg and Berlin. It also includes parts of
Category
Early 18th Century German Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Paper
Very Finely Painted Late 19th Century Berlin K.P.M. Porcelain Rectangular Plaque
By Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Very Finely Painted Late 19th Century Berlin K.P.M. Porcelain Rectangular Plaque
Depicting
Category
Late 19th Century German Belle Époque Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain, Giltwood
3 French Salon Lounge Chairs from the Bellevue Palace in Berlin, Gold from 1890
Located in Berlin, DE
3 French salon Lounge chairs from the Bellevue Palace in Berlin, the official residence of the
Category
1890s German Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Beech
Antique, Pair of Binoculars, German, Neo Universal, CP Goerz, Berlin, circa 1920
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Berlin, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.
Delightful binocular from a sought-after German
Category
Early 20th Century German Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Brass
Tripod Jardinière by the Royal Iron Foundry (Berlin) or Gleiwitz, circa 1820
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite cast iron piece attributed to the Royal Iron Foundry in Berlin or Gleiwitz, with a design
Category
19th Century German Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Iron
Pair of Antique KPM Royal Berlin Armorial Octagonal Porcelain Bowls or Plates
By KPM Porcelain
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of antique German porcelain octagonal bowls or plates.
By the KPM Royal Berlin Porcelain
Category
Early 20th Century German Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain
Art Nouveau Silver Tea Pot With Burner
Tray, D. Vollgold
Son Berlin, Germany
By German Manufactory
Located in Vienna, AT
- fineness
V - VOLLGOLD - Master's sign D. Vollgold
Son - Berlin
Franz Gustav David Vollgold and his
Category
Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Silver
A Berlin
K.P.M.
Porcelain Plaque, circa 1880 Painted with a Tavern Scene
By Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Berlin (K.P.M.) porcelain plaque, circa 1880
painted with a tavern scene
impressed to verso KPM
Category
1880s Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain
Berlin KPM Porcelain Five-Piece Cobalt-Blue and Parcel-Gilt Coffee Set
By Kerafina Royal Porzellan KPM
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine 19th century Berlin KPM Porcelain Royal five-piece cobalt-blue and 24-carat gold parcel
Category
Late 19th Century German Empire Revival Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain
$4,850 Sale Price / set
35% Off
KPM, Berlin, Seven Royal Ivory Tea Cups with Saucers in Cream-Colored Porcelain
Located in København, Copenhagen
KPM, Berlin. Seven Royal Ivory tea cups with saucers in cream-colored porcelain with gold
Category
1920s German Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain
KPM, Berlin, Six Royal Ivory Tea Cups with Saucers in Cream-Colored Porcelain
Located in København, Copenhagen
KPM, Berlin. Six Royal Ivory tea cups with saucers in cream-colored porcelain with gold decoration
Category
1920s German Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain
KPM, Berlin, Twelve Royal Ivory Tea Cups with Saucers in Cream-Colored Porcelain
Located in København, Copenhagen
KPM, Berlin. Twelve Royal Ivory tea cups with saucers in cream-colored porcelain with gold
Category
1920s German Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain
Berlin KPM Porcelain Model of a Japanese Lady with a Parrot, circa 1910
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Adolph Amberg, modelled as a Japanese lady in traditional dress, a parrot perched on her left arm, above an oval base. The sculptor Adolph Amberg designed the Hochzeitszu...
Category
1910s German Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain
KPM Berlin Porcelain Picture Plaque Portrait of a Girl with Veil, ca 1830
By KPM Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Porcelain Manufactory Berlin, Germany
Dating: circa 1830
Material: porcelain, painted, glossy finish
Category
1830s German Biedermeier Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain, Wood
Pair of Krater Vases w. Fruit and Floral Deco., K.F. Schinkel, KPM, Berlin 1825
Located in Greding, DE
Pair of porcelain krater vases with gilded ground in classical form. The bodies are painted in vibrant colors: one with fruits such as pineapple, grapes, and apples; the other with e...
Category
1820s German Biedermeier Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain
Very Fine 19th Century KPM Plaque Depicting a Young Beauty/Framed
By K.P.M. Berlin
Located in Tarzana, CA
" (18 cm)
Founded in Berlin in 1750 ‘KPM’ or 'Koenigliche Porzellan-Manufaktur' acquired its name and
Category
Late 19th Century German Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain
Fine 19th Century Ormolu Mounted KPM Porcelain Desk Set - Inkwell Candlesticks
By Berlin Royal Porcelain Factory
Located in Forney, TX
Porcelain Factory Berlin (KPM) porcelain five piece desk set.
The breathtaking antique set features
Category
Late 19th Century Louis XV Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Bronze
Very Good Pair of 19th Century German Porcelain Cabinet Plates, Dated Bonn 1853
By Berlin Royal Porcelain Factory
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
gilding.
No visible makers marks or factory marks but most likely manufactured by The Berlin Royal
Category
Mid-19th Century German Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain
Porcelain Gravy Boat and Spoon with Monogram WA, KPM, Berlin, Germany, 1849-1870
By Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)
Located in Greding, DE
Porcelain gravy boat with a spoon by KPM (1849-1870) with old Slavic monogram WA, possibly for a prince Wolkonsky. Marked on the bottom.
Dimensions gravy boat: 9 x 26.5 x 19 cm
Dim...
Category
19th Century German Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain
White Porcelain Neoclassical Style Amphora Oil Lamp
By Berlin Royal Porcelain Factory
Located in New York, NY
White porcelain neoclassical style amphora oil lamp. Sleek white Berlin porcelain amphora with
Category
Early 20th Century German Neoclassical Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain
A Pair of German K.P.M Porcelain Plaques Depicting "Aligira and Tirian"
By K.P.M. Berlin
Located in Tarzana, CA
A Pair of antique German KPM porcelain plaques depicting "Aligira and Tirian"
Marked with 'K.P.M' Sceptre Mark with the letters 'SZ', with size marks 915-255, marked with Royal Vien...
Category
19th Century German Classical Roman Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain
12 KPM Scenic Hand Painted Cabinet Plates W/ Pierced Borders
By K.P.M. Berlin
Located in Great Barrington, MA
12 superbly hand painted cabinet plates with scenes of named places in monochromatic bittersweet red with pierced rims. The gold borders and molded raised flower decoration further e...
Category
19th Century German Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Porcelain, Paste
18th Century Console Table/Desk
Located in Nashville, TN
This is a lovely example of an 18th Century walnut console table/desk with unique trestle leg base. This table is a very solid piece with thick single board top and sturdy stylized l...
Category
Early 1800s French Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Berlin Iron
Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa. the seating has been restored and covered in Muslin.
Category
1820s Swedish Gustavian Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Berlin Iron
Antique Painted
Decorated Chest with Drawers
Located in Lancaster, PA
This 19th-century American painted chest of drawers presents a thoughtfully balanced combination of form, surface, and decorative detail. The warm reddish-brown ground is enriched by...
Category
1840s American Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Berlin Iron, Brass
Set of Eight Swedish Gustavian Style Dining Chairs, 19th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant set of eight Swedish dining chairs in the Gustavian style, late 19th century. The chairs are finely carved with neoclassical detailing, including fluted legs with rosette acc...
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Berlin Iron
Antique Fireback or Backsplash Showing a Three Star Commander
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
A nice sized cast iron fireback showing a three star commander surrounded with clovers.
Great original patina, nice condition.
Ready to be installed in a real fire of as backsp...
Category
19th Century European Louis XVI Antique Furniture Berlin
Materials
Berlin Iron
$576 Sale Price
20% Off
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Antique Furniture Berlin For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique furniture berlin for your home. Frequently made of ceramic, porcelain and metal, every antique furniture berlin was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without an antique furniture berlin — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique furniture berlin, designed in the Neoclassical, Rococo or Victorian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made antique furniture berlin has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by KPM Porcelain, Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM) and K.P.M. Berlin are consistently popular.
How Much is a Antique Furniture Berlin?
Prices for an antique furniture berlin can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $95 and can go as high as $130,742, while the average can fetch as much as $4,700.
Questions About Antique Furniture Berlin
- 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.