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Rare Antique Gustav Stickley Andirons (Model 238) - W3063
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
still looks brand new. Reproduction furniture uses glue to "fool" buyers that it is "Through Tenon
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Iron
$3,120 Sale Price
20% Off
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Binnenhuis Sideboard Designed by Jac Van Den Bosch, Amsterdamse School 1909
By
t Binnenhuis, Jac van den Bosch
Located in Antwerp, BE
with a branding stamp and a metal furniture plate of 't Binnenhuis, Amsterdam.
In our collection the
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Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Brass
$16,139 Sale Price
20% Off
1920s Early Original Three Door Forge De Strasbourg Locker, SNCF
By Forges de Strasbourg 1
Located in Hook, Hampshire
the brand ‘Strafor’ and moved into atelier furniture with more sophisticated and branded pieces. The
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1920s French Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Sheet Metal
1728 Austrian Commode Trumeau in Walnut age Charles V of Habsburg silver Inlaid
Located in Vigonza, Padua
lower part with three drawers.
This important piece of furniture, on the back, bears the writing -1728
Category
19th Century Austrian Renaissance Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Silver
Set of 6 American Hanau-Style Sterling Silver Highball Holders
By Hanau, The Mauser Manufacturing Co., Brand-Hier Co.
Located in New York, NY
New York maker’s (Mauser) and retailer’s (Brand-Hier) stamps and no. 765.
Dimensions: Holder: H 2 7
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Early 20th Century American Rococo Revival Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Sterling Silver
Ivory Celluloid Nail Dresser Set Complete in Box by Imperial Brands
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
-piece nail kit tool dresser set-marked imperial brands on the top of the buffing tool. Rich blue velvet
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Furniture Brands
King Brand Malt Syrup Sign
Located in Aurora, OR
A great piece of a breweriana, this painted metal advertising sign for King’s Malt syrup has beautiful graphics and nice color. The King Malt Supply patented the image seen in this s...
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Metal
Berkshire Brand Canvas Sign, great advertising!
By Meyerchord Co.
Located in Clear Spring, MD
This sign advertising Hams and Bacon has great color and contrast! Warm tobacco-brown background with silver letters and black shadowing. Rare chromolithograph sign on canvas...not...
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Early 20th Century American Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Paint, Canvas
Thonet Children’s Bentwood Chair with Hand Caned Seat Paper Label
Branded Name
By Thonet
Located in Southampton, NY
Thonet and Wein and also branded with Thonet Austria.
Chair circa 1880-1890.
Category
1880s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Bentwood, Cane
Large Brass Branded Oak Wine Cooler or Planter England, circa 1860
Located in Heswall, Wirral
A massive brass branded oak wine cooler with well carved lion mask handles and enrichments to legs
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1860s British Victorian Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Brass
Pair of Armchairs Thonet Mundus, Designed by Josef Hoffmann, Signed, Poland
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Krakow, małopolskie
rim.
This furniture is very rare and sought after by experts in the history of European design
Category
Early 20th Century Polish Vienna Secession Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Wood
Rare Maple Low-Back Windsor Armchair, Rhode Island, circa 1760
Located in Providence, RI
, and furniture was often branded by the original owner.) The seat is pine; there are three old holes in
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18th Century American William and Mary Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Maple
Rococo Petite Desk with Gold Bronze Mounts by Edward Holmes Baldock, Paris, 1780
Located in Chicago, IL
specialized in repairing, remodeling, and adapting 18th century French furniture. This desk is heavily branded
Category
Late 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Bronze
Arts
Crafts Mission Oak Desk or Table by Limbert, Early 20th Century
By Charles Limbert
Located in Big Flats, NY
& Crafts furniture. Brand, metal tag or paper label. Appearance of “Holland” on shopmark indicative of post
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Oak
Restored Bauhaus Round Table, by Robert Slezák, Spruce, Walnut, Czech, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Czech furniture brand specialising on chrome and bent metal furniture
It has been re-polished with
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Chrome, Steel
Restored Bauhaus Cabinet, by Robert Slezák, H. J. Hagemann, Beech, Czech, 1930s
By Robert Slezák, Hermann John Hagemann
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Made by Slezak Factories, a unique Czech furniture brand specialising on chrome and bent metal
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Robert Slezak, Beech, Chrome, Czech, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
, a unique Czech furniture brand specialising on chrome and bent metal furniture.
It has been re
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Chrome, Steel
Restored Bauhaus Writing Desk, by Robert Slezák, Walnut, Chrome, Czech, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
brand specialising on chrome and bent metal furniture.
It has been re-polished with polyutherane piano
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Set of 8 American Stickley Arts
Crafts Mission Oak Dining Chairs, circa 1900
By Stickley Brothers
Located in Glasgow, GB
making, in 1891 by Albert & John George Stickley. The Quaint Furniture brand was introduced circa 1900
Category
Early 1900s American Mission Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
1800s Antique Italian, Figural, Mask, Carved, Walnut, Pair, Matching Beds!!
Located in Austin, TX
furniture, popular Italian furniture brands, popular styles from the 18th and 19th centuries, materials and
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19th Century Italian Other Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Wood
1800s Antique Italian, Figural, Mask, Carved, Walnut, Pair, Matching Beds!!
Located in Austin, TX
furniture, popular Italian furniture brands, popular styles from the 18th and 19th centuries, materials and
Category
19th Century Italian Other Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Walnut
Tilting Dressingtable Mirror with Regal Brand
Located in Dronten, NL
Tilting dressingtable mirror in Arts & Crafts style.
Branded underneath the mirror frame with
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Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Mirror, Oak
Old Hickory Branded Rustic Woven Armchair
Located in Queens, NY
and a row of spindles. Branded "Old Hickory, Martinsville, Indiana."
Category
Early 20th Century American Rustic Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Wood, Cane
Cartier Sterling Silver Thermos, Branded
By Cartier
Located in Milano, IT
Superb thermos designed and produced by Cartier in the early 1900s, hallmarked.
The thermos is made entirely of 925 sterling silver. The thermos is cylindrical in shape, the base is ...
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Early 1900s Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Silver
Porcelain Carriage, Brand below, German Porcelain
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Porcelain carriage, brand in below, German porcelain.
Measures: L 58cm, H 24cm, P 25cm.
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1870s French Napoleon III Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Porcelain
Brass Articulated Wall Mount, 1900, Dugdills Brand
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Brass articulated wall mount, 1900, Dugdills brand
Measures: L 70cm
Lampshade: D 12cm, H 20cm.
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Early 19th Century English Art Nouveau Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Brass
English under Lighter Marked Brander and Pott
s
Located in Charleston, SC
English under lighter marked Brander and Pott's.
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1810s English Antique Furniture Brands
Monumental Renaissance Revival Sideboard, Heavily Carved, Mahogany, Branded
Located in Manhasset, NY
Monumental Renaissance Revival Sideboard, Heavily Carved, Mahogany, Branded
A simply stunning
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Early 1900s Romanian Renaissance Revival Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Wood
Antique 7ft Diam Burr Walnut Jupe Dining Table Early 20th Century
Located in London, GB
superb traditional furniture brands which represent the best of English fine furniture-making; gracing
Category
Early 1900s English Regency Revival Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Walnut
Porcelain Cup, Brand in Bottom, 1900, Spring Dance, Cut Openwork
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Porcelain cup, brand in bottom, 1900, spring dance, cut openwork, German porcelain
Measures: H
Category
Early 1900s French Napoleon III Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Porcelain
William IV Thomas Chippendale Hand Dyed Brand Leather Library Reading Armchair
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this stunning circa 1830 William IV mahogany and hand dyed brown leather library reading armchair with Thomas Chippendale floating button cushion
A good ...
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1830s English William IV Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Vintage Bauhaus Table Lamp Citmf Branded from the Early 20th Century
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Vintage Bauhaus Table Lamp Citmf Branded from the Early 20th Century
A rare early 20th century
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1920s German Industrial Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Chrome
Antique 7ft diam Burr Walnut Jupe Dining Table C1900
10 chairs
Located in London, GB
and Arthur Brett Architectural, now make up part of a family of superb traditional furniture brands
Category
Early 1900s Regency Revival Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Walnut
Elmer Crowell Pair of Over-Sized Mallard Decoys, circa 1920, with oval brands
Located in Nantucket, MA
brands. Each bird retains an old Guyette sticker. These very large gunning birds were special ordered
Category
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Wood
French Antique Set of Six Beech and Vienna Straw Thonet Chairs, with Brand 1900s
By Thonet
Located in MIlano, IT
French antique set of six beech and Vienna straw Thonet chairs, with brand 1900s
Set of six Thonet
Category
Early 1900s French Romantic Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Straw, Beech
A Set of 4 Louis XIII Period Walnut Side Chairs, branded with initials
Located in Atlanta, GA
having ladder backs, upholstered seats, turned legs and front stretchers, h-form stretchers, small flattened bun feet
Category
18th Century and Earlier French Louis XIII Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Walnut, Upholstery
Antique Arts
Crafts L&JG Stickley Branded Oak Plant Stand With Shoe Feet c1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts and Crafts plant or sculpture stand offers quarter sawn oak construction with spline top over flared column base having elongated corbels and shoe feet, c1910
Measur...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Oak
Old Hickory Rustic Rocking Armchair
By Old Hickory Furniture Company
Located in Queens, NY
back and a rattan splat back and seat. The piece is branded "Rustic Hickory Furniture Co. Laporte Ind."
Category
Early 20th Century American Rustic Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Hickory, Rattan
Antique Roycroft Stand - Stickley Era - W5640
By Roycroft
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
"Through Tenon" & Pinned. This is why furniture from 120 years ago still looks brand new. Reproduction
Category
Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Oak
Rare SUPERB Early Gustav Stickley Hall Bench SALE SALE SALE
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
was "Through Tenon" & Pinned. This is why furniture from 125 years ago still looks brand new
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Leather, Oak
Colonial Settee Arm Chairs Antique India 3 Piece Suite Padauk Wood
Located in Potters Bar, GB
from padauk wood
This type of colonial furniture very on brand with a look that's Bohemian chic
The
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1840s Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Wood
Colonial Settee Arm Chairs Antique India 3 Piece Suite Padauk Wood
Located in Potters Bar, GB
from padauk wood
This type of colonial furniture very on brand with a look that's Bohemian chic
The
Category
1840s Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Padouk
SUPERB Antique Gustav Stickley Bent Arm Morris Chair- W8067 SALE NOW SALE
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
ago still looks brand new. Reproduction furniture uses glue to "fool" buyers that it is "Through
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Leather, Wool, Upholstery, Oak
Art Deco Finnish Lounge Chairs, Ivory Boucle, Made by Asko, Finland 1935
By Asko
Located in Brooklyn, NY
has grown into one of the largest Finnish furniture and appliances brands, with great successes in
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Early 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Bouclé
20th C. Carved Wood, Renaissance Revival, Vintage / Antique Dining Table
Located in Austin, TX
antique dining table is a unique addition to any furniture collection. The brand, Revival, is known for
Category
Early 20th Century European Renaissance Revival Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Wood
1920s Original Two-Door Forge De Strasbourg Locker
Located in Hook, Hampshire
into atelier furniture with more sophisticated and branded pieces. The early 'pre Strafor' pieces are
Category
1920s French Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Metal
1920s Original Forge De Strasbourg, Strafor Locker
Located in Hook, Hampshire
into atelier furniture with more sophisticated and branded pieces. The early ‘pre Strafor’ pieces are
Category
1920s French Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Metal
SUPERB Early Gustav Stickley Antique Wardrobe circa 1915 SALE SALE
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
brand name "L&JG Stickley" and opened a factory near Syracuse, NY. He manufactured furniture "In The
Category
Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Oak
SUPERB Gustav Stickley Wardrobe c. 1904 in Great Condition - W7216
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
he made was "Through Tenon" & Pinned. This is why furniture from 125 years ago still looks brand new
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Oak
Antique GUSTAV STICKLEY Three-Quarter Bed from early 1900s
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
still looks brand new. Reproduction furniture uses glue to "fool" buyers that it is "Through Tenon
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Oak
Art Deco Sterling Bowl by Brand Chatillon
By Brand-Chatillon Co. 1
Located in Litchfield, CT
, 925/1000030 and Brand-Chatillion for the retailer
STOCK NUMBER: 17592
Pieces acquired from
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Sterling Silver
Marked "Paine Furniture" Book/Magazine Stand - STICKLEY ERA - W7626 SALE
By Paine Furniture
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
% OFF
In addition to having their own brand" LIFETIME ", Paine Furniture was a retailer who sold also
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Oak
Handel Table Lamp Branded HANDEL
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Handel
Table lamp
branded HANDEL
patinated bronze and glass
Executed circa 1900-1925
Measures
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Glass
Antique Cream Painted French Nesting Side Table Imperial Grand Rapids, Set of 3
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Cream Painted French Style nesting side tables by Imperial Grand Rapids - Set of 3. item features 3 graduating sized nesting tables, larger table with oval top, smaller table...
Category
Early 20th Century French Provincial Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Wood, Paint
"Rainy and Sunny Brand" Framed Chinese Advertisement
Located in Chicago, IL
Posters created in China during the early 20th century, such as this well-preserved advertisement, reflect the growing influence of Western culture through commercial trade. Carefull...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Paper
Vintage Hickory Golf Club, Terrier Brand Putter
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Vintage Hickory Blade Head Putter.
A fine playable hickory shafted putter. The hickory shaft with polished leather grip, the club head is stamped with a 'Terrier' cleek mark and 'Te...
Category
1920s Scottish Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Iron
Fully Restored Argentinian Antique Oak Fridge Brand New Refrigeration System
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this very rare circa 1900 fully restored Argentinian oak antique fridge of very large scale
This piece is exceptional, it is a large impressive thing tha...
Category
Early 1900s Argentine Edwardian Antique Furniture Brands
Materials
Brass
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Antique Furniture Brands For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of antique furniture brands is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and brass, all antique furniture brands available were constructed with great care. Antique furniture brands have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Folk Art, Victorian and Art Deco antique furniture brands are consistently popular styles. Brand-Chatillon Co., German Manufactory and Graff, Washbourne
Dunn each produced beautiful antique furniture brands that are worth considering.
How Much are Antique Furniture Brands?
Prices for antique furniture brands start at $120 and top out at $38,111 with the average selling for $2,250.
Questions About Antique Furniture Brands
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Whether Stickley is a good furniture brand is a matter of personal opinion. However, many people appreciate the quality of the hardwood and craftsmanship behind each Stickley piece. Gustav Stickley was one of the principal figures in the American Arts and Crafts movement and creator of the Craftsman style. As a furniture designer and publisher of the magazine The Craftsman, he adopted many of the ideals of the British design reform movement and popularized both its philosophy and its aesthetics in the United States. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique Stickley furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Many furniture brands make their products in Canada. Among them are Amisco, Atelier C.U.B., Crate, Found, Handstone, Humble Nature, Linea, MARdiROS, Palliser and Sahara Furniture. Some of these companies produce all of their products in Canada, while others split manufacturing between facilities in Canada and other countries. Find a wide range of furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 3, 2024There are many high-end furniture brands located around the world. Bernhardt, Fendi Casa, Herman Miller, Kartell, Knoll, Ligne Roset, Minotti, Pierre Yovanovitch, Roche Bobois and Tom Dixon are just a few examples. High-end furniture manufacturers are typically known for their exclusive offerings. They are innovators that have built reputations for their meticulous craftsmanship and use of high-quality luxury materials in the production of their goods. Shop a wide variety of furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024United Furniture has made a variety of brands of furniture since its founding in 1905. Some of the most well-known brands that have been under the United umbrella include Crown Mark, Sierra Sleep, Signature Design by Ashley and Ultra Comfort. In addition, United Furniture manufactures pieces under its own brand name, and the company's dressers and other casegoods from the mid-century modern era are popular among collectors. Explore a selection of United Furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024Yes, Stanley Furniture is generally a good brand. Many people appreciate the quality of the American furniture maker's mid-century modern pieces, which were produced in the United States. During the 1950s and ’60s, Stanley used only premium materials like solid hardwoods and genuine leather to produce its furnishings. Explore a range of Stanley Furniture on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- 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 ExpertApril 5, 2024To know if your furniture is antique, look for labels and markings that indicate the maker. From there, you can use trusted online resources to determine when they were active and examine images to try to estimate the age of your piece. Furniture produced 100 years ago or more is antique. You can also have your furniture assessed by an appraiser or antiques dealer to learn about its age. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024Many antique furniture brands are popular. While trends in collecting do vary over time, some makers consistently remain highly sought after. Among them are J. J.W. Meeks, John Henry Belter, R. J. Horner and Co., Stickley Furniture, George Hepplewhite, Josef Dannhauser, Thomas Chippendale and Thomas Sheridan. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 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 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 ExpertNovember 13, 2024How old furniture that is called antique can be is typically at least 100 years. People usually call furniture between 20 and 99 years old vintage. Contemporary is the word for furniture manufactured within the last 20 years. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The best finish for antique furniture is a matter of liking. But film finish is recommended by experts as it leaves a thick coat of film on the wood surface which protects wood from water and scratches. Shellac or varnish and water base are commonly used film finishes. Find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage furniture on 1stDibs
PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell how old your antique furniture is, research the maker using trusted online resources. You may find that the furniture maker was active for only a short period, giving you the ability to roughly estimate its age. For manufacturers and designers with a long history of production, consider the style of your furniture and look for images of similar pieces published online. Because it may be difficult to date furniture on your own, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To tell what your antique furniture is worth, look at sales histories on trusted online platforms and read valuation guides posted on trusted online resources. The maker, type, style, age and condition of your furniture will impact its value. Researching furniture produced by the same maker is a good starting point. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also aid you in the valuation process. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify antique Chinese furniture, look carefully at its details. Chinese craftsmen often built furniture using mortise and tenon joinery, eliminating the need for nails and screws. If you see this type of hardware, your piece is likely not at least 100 years old, especially if the hardware still looks new and shiny. Since antique furniture was handmade, you will normally see slight imperfections, such as tool marks or slight variations in carvings. Pieces that appear completely uniform and pristine are less often genuine antiques.
When present, maker's marks can also be helpful. Research the marks to learn more about when the maker was active and producing pieces like yours. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your furniture for you.
Shop an assortment of antique Chinese furniture.
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