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Early 20th Bar Cart with Three Tier and Two Leafs Convertible in Tea Table
Located in Miami, FL
Very cool serving cart made from walnut with three trays. The two leafs are easily and quickly
Category
Early 20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Iron
$1,968 Sale Price
20% Off
Early 20th Bar Cart with Three Tier and Two leafs convertible in Tea Table
Located in Miami, FL
Very cool serving cart made from walnut with three trays. The two leafs are easily and quickly
Category
Early 20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Iron
$1,968 Sale Price
20% Off
A Wicker Tea / Bar Cart with Serving Tray, Mid and Lower Shelf and Bottle Basket
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Nashua, NH
This is a vey unique Antique Wicker Tea / Bar Cart in natural finish with colored dark red, black
Category
Early 20th Century American Other Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Fabric, Wicker, Reed, Wood
$3,120 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century French Table Iron Bar Cart with Wheels and Two Mirror Tops
Located in Miami, FL
This charming and quirky 19th century painted wrought cast iron table is mounted on casters and equipped with two trays, a framed custom mirrored opal glass top and a mirrored glass ...
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Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Iron
Victorian English Mahogany Serving Trolley with Original Glass, Early 1900s
Located in Roma, IT
interior, and an exceptional example of early 20th-century English furniture.
Dimension (cm):
Width - 80
Category
Early 20th Century English Victorian Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Crystal, Metal
19th Century English Rosewood and Brass Trolley Table
Located in Dallas, TX
furniture that exudes functional elegance. Made with high-quality materials, this table features a rich
Category
19th Century English Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Brass
English 19th Century Oak Butler’s Trolley
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
view all the detailed photos to see the antique cart’s current condition and features.
Category
19th Century English Other Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Brass
Renaissance Revival Tea Trolley
Located in Savannah, GA
A renaissance revival walnut tea trolley or bar cart with carved herons holding shields, circa 1890
Category
1890s Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco Brass, Glass and Mahogany Tea or Dessert Trolley by Ernst Rockhausen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Art Deco tea or patisserie trolley in brass, glass and mahogany – crafted in Germany circa 1920–30 by the renowned manufacturer Ernst Rockhausen, founded in 1866. Brass maker’s mark ...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Brass
English Rectangular Console Bar or Pub Table of Wood and Cast Iron
Located in Austin, TX
A fine English console bar or pub table from the 19th century, with moulded rectangular top, featuring a stained wood surface with ebonized edge, set upon a base of figured cast iron...
Category
19th Century English Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Metal, Iron
Massive 19th Century English Mahogany Trolley
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An English tea trolley of epic proportions, this 19th century mahogany antique is grand in scale, likely used in a luxurious hotel or commercial setting. The wood shelves are stunnin...
Category
19th Century English Regency Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Mahogany
1920’s Original French Cast Rod Bistro Table
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1920’s Original French Cast Rod Bistro Table.
Exceptional original French cast café table with a rod base made from three forged steel rods joined and hand formed and secured with a...
Category
1920s French Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Brass, Steel
Antique Art Deco Figured Walnut Serving Trolley 20th Century
Located in London, GB
popular of all the exotic woods, having been used in furniture making for many centuries. Walnut veneer
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Walnut
1920
s Small curved wood trolley
By Jacob
Josef Kohn
Located in Milano, IT
COD-2914
Small curved wood trolley with two wood and glass shelves.
Austrian manufacture, ca. 1920.
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Glass
Early 19thC Empire Mahogany Wine Cask
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous hand crafted mahogany wine cask with a crotch mahogany panel to the front side along with concave sides and a stepped lid. Lacquered and french polished not that long ago . ...
Category
1840s American American Empire Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Iron
French 19th Century Directoire Walnut Rafraichissoir
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This handsome Directoire-style rafraichissoir table adds a unique touch to any space. The small table is used to chill and serve champagne or any other wines that are best served col...
Category
19th Century French Directoire Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Stone, Marble, Brass, Steel
Vintage brass-plated metal and smoked glass bar cart, Italy, 1970s
By Mice di rugiano domenico e c. s.n.c.
Located in Cantù, IT
Elegant bar cart with vintage design, made of brass-effect metal frame worked with faux bamboo. Features two round smoked glass shelves, perfect for serving drinks or displaying deco...
Category
17th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Metal, Brass
Two-Tier Etagere with Casters
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A lovely, old two-tier cart or étagère, with a Madeleine Castaing, bohemian-Victorian vibe. Its
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Wood
Georgian Revival Card Table Mahogany Games
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Georgian Revival mahogany card table
This demi lune card table is of a Georgian design
The table is raised upon tapered legs
We can ship to anywhere in the world including the US, pl...
Category
Early 1900s Revival Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Mahogany
Late 18th century English mahogany cellaratte with brass banding and zinc liner
Located in Buchanan, MI
Late 18th century English mahogany cellaratte with brass banding and zinc liner. Great color and patination.
Category
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Brass
Luxurious
Rare Asprey
Co. London Royal Warrant Drinks Cabinet Dry Bar
By Charles
George Asprey, Heal
s
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Luxurious, and Rare Asprey
Co. London 1920s Royal Warrant. Early 20th century Limed Oak Elevette Drinks Cabinet with Rare Asprey's Pewter Lemon Squeezer on Stand. Original Buil...
Category
1920s English Edwardian Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Brass
French Antique Three-Tier Parquetry Etagere
Located in Palm Springs, CA
19th century French kingwood and parquetty inlaid three tier etagere. Beautiful mahogany wood frame with ormolu scrolling feet and shallow brass gallery railings. Exceptional quality...
Category
1880s French Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Brass
Luxurious
Rare Asprey
Co. London Royal Warrant Drinks Cabinet Dry Bar
By Heal
s, Charles
George Asprey
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Luxurious, and Rare Asprey & Co. London 1920s Royal Warrant. Early 20th century Limed Oak Elevette Drinks Cabinet with Rare Asprey's Pewter Lemon Squeezer on Stand. Original Built-In...
Category
1920s English Edwardian Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Brass
Asprey
Co. London 1920s Mahogany Pop Up Dry Bar Drinks Cabinet and Decanters
By Charles
George Asprey
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Luxurious, Asprey
Co. London 1920s Royal Warrant. Early 20th century mahogany elevette drinks cabinet with original three bottle tantalus
decanters
solid silver dec...
Category
1920s English Edwardian Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Brass
Victorian Card Games Table Walnut 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Victorian burr walnut games table of demi lune form.
This table is raised upon shaped and carved legs with original porcelain castors.
Circa 1860
The columns being of a turned form.
...
Category
1860s Victorian Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Walnut
Oval Campaign Etagere
Located in Greenwich, CT
English oval campaign etagere, the three oval mahogany shelves supported by brass columns with molded collars. Useful as an end table or a bar stand.
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Brass
$3,900
Pair of Rafraîchissoirs with Copper Bottle Wells, 19th Century French
Located in El Monte, CA
A pair of 19th century French mahogany rafraîchissoirs that masterfully combine elegance and functionality. Each table has two copper wells on the end meant to be filled with ice to ...
Category
19th Century French Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Copper
Vintage Serving Trolley with Wheels and Wings, 1970s
Located in Miami, FL
1970s Serving Trolley with Two Shelves, Wings and Wheels
Category
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Walnut
1930s English mahogany brass bound coffee/ table
Located in London, GB
A handsome circa 1930s brass bound English mahogany tray table that would work equally well as a coffee or side table
Sturdy and strong, the tray easily lifts from the base making i...
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1920s English Art Deco Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Brass
Walnut Trolley
Located in London, England
Three tier hotel / catering trolley in walnut. Circa 1900
H 86 cm x W 84cm/141 cm x D50cm
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Walnut
$1,460
Anglo Indian Style Lattice White Center Console Table
Located in Lomita, CA
The shape, the texture, and the design of this table make it hard to resist for many design settings. This is a beautiful piece that could easily accommodate a glass top to increase ...
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Wood
$704 Sale Price
51% Off
Bar with Tray in Chrome and Wood Style: Art Deco, France, 1920
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
returned with furniture, clothes and construction elements, (it´s common to see this the old buildings of
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Chrome
Bar in bronze and glass Style: Art Deco, France, 1920
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
returned with furniture, clothes and construction elements, (it´s common to see this the old buildings of
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Hand-Carved Oak Trolley Bar, 1920s
Located in Miami, FL
Early 20Th Century French Hand-Carved Oak Trolley Bar or Serving Table, 1920s.
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Oak
Bar Trolley by Paolo Tilche, 1959
By Arform, Paolo Tilche
Located in Berlin, DE
Bar trolley on casters, oval, upper tray removable
Black lacquered brass construction, trays
teak wood
Paolo Tilche graduated from Milan Polytechnic in 1949.
He immediately began ...
Category
1650s Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Brass
French Louis XVI Style Rafraichissoir
Located in Austin, TX
Rafraichissoir table from France in the Louis XVI style. This beautiful antique side table features two metal champagne bucket holders and a small drawer for bar accessories. The mah...
Category
1910s French Louis XVI Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Marble, Brass
Stunning Antique Arts
Crafts Era Carved Oak Folding Display / Drinks Cabinet
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish and practical design, drinks table.
If you are looking for a good quality, good condition and stylish drinks table or cabinet than this antique specimen could be the one. Th...
Category
Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Brass
Antique Industrial Island / Bar Rolling Table
Located in Oakville, CT
Antique Printer's Turtle Table
Overall Dimensions: 22 1/2" x 28" x 38 1/4" high
Materials: Maple, Oak & Steel
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Steel
Butler
s Bar Stand
Located in Greenwich, CT
A high-quality mahogany bar stand, also known as a butler's tray, having four shaped and moveable sides secured by brass button locks and hinges, with carrying handles to two sides. ...
Category
Early 19th Century European Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Mahogany
$5,900
Art Deco walnut drinks trolly
Located in Cheshire, GB
Art Deco drinks trolly, with glass inset serving area and chrome gallery flaked by unusual rise and fall glass compartment. Above short drawer with similar chrome handle and large gl...
Category
Early 20th Century British Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Walnut
$7,496 Sale Price
20% Off
Arts
Crafts Oak Tea Wagon Or Bar Trolley With Brass Hardware On Casters
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Beautiful Arts & Crafts handmade solid Oak tea wagon cum bar trolley. Clean aesthetic. Renewed brass hardware and casters will provide prolonged service. The piece is in good sturdy ...
Category
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Oak
$2,360 Sale Price
20% Off
French Burled Walnut Three-Tiered Trolley with Butterfly Veneer, circa 1870
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French burl walnut tiered trolley from the late 19th century, with butterfly veneer, single drawer, turned legs and cavetto molding. Born in the third quarter of the 19th century a...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Walnut, Burl
ANTiQUE ART DECO CIRCA 1920
S FRENCH MIRRORED GLASS CHROME TEA CAKE TROLLY
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning circa 1920's Glass and Chrome Art Deco French drinks / snacks serving trolly
Plea...
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1920s English Art Deco Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Chrome
Antique Art Deco circa 1920 Frosted Glass
Polished Brass circa Drinks Trolley
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this Art Deco circa 1920's brass and frosted glass drinks trolley circa 1920
A good looking well made and decorative drinks serving trolley, the...
Category
1920s English Art Deco Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Brass
Antique French Marble Top
Gold Bronze Mounted Mahogany Drinks Table Circa 1890
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Marble-Top and Gold Bronze Mounted Mahogany Drinks Table, Circa 1890.
Handsome marquetry on front, glass sides and mirrored interior.
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Marble
Geo III Mahogany Butlers Tray on Stand, Perfect for a Bar, Great Color, Patina
Located in Buchanan, MI
Geo III mahogany butlers tray on stand, perfect for a bar, great color, patina. Height to surface is 32" and to top of rail 37". Great bar tray or library drink holding tray
Category
18th Century English George III Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Mahogany
1930s Varnished Wooden Gaming Table with Drawers
Located in Marbella, ES
1930s Varnished Wooden Gaming Table with Drawers
Note: One of the drawers is missing.
Category
Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Wood
1820s Mahogany English Trolley on Casters with Open Shelves and Two Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English mahogany trolley from the early 19th century, with two drawers and brass casters. Created in England during the first quarter of the 19th century, this mahogany trolley fe...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Mahogany
English 1820s Mahogany Trolley on Casters with Open Shelves and Two Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English mahogany trolley from the early 19th century, with two drawers and brass casters. Created in England during the first quarter of the 19th century, this mahogany trolley fe...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Brass
French Art Deco Serving Table or Side Table Poplar and Brass, circa 1900
Located in Labrit, Landes
Art Deco poplar and brass serving table, French
This can also be used as a side table.
circa 1900
Good antique condition.
Shipping:
L61,5 P41,5 H74,5 4,6kg.
Category
Early 1900s French Art Deco Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Brass
$663 Sale Price
44% Off
English 19th Century Wooden Trolley with Three Shelves and Single Drawer
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English wooden trolley from the 19th century, with three shelves, low drawer and turned supports. Created in England during the 19th century, this tall trolley features three squa...
Category
19th Century English Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Brass
Copper Topped Tavern Table or Occasional Table
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Copper topped tavern table or occasional table
The table stands on turned oak legs with stretchers and has a traditional Beaten Copper Table top
The table is 25” high and 22” ...
Category
Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Oak
English Mahogany Library Book Canterbury, circa 1820
Located in Atlanta, GA
Having a handled backrest used for movement and a galleried tray for stacking books, with original brass casters.
Category
1820s British Regency Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Mahogany
Rare Victorian 1860 Hardwood Drinks Table with Crystal Decanter
Glasses Wheels
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning Victorian heavy mahogany with carved column base on wheels side table with built in decanter and three glasses in cut glass crystal
...
Category
1860s English Victorian Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Crystal
English Cake Stand, circa 1860
Located in Aalsgaarde, DK
A painted English cake stand, with original bronzed wheel. Top part spins, circa 1860.
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Wood
French 19th-20th Century Louis XV Style Carved Oak Two-Tier Tea or Dessert Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A French 19th-20th century Louis XV Style carved oak two-tier tea or dessert table. The tall and slender body with carved seashells on the apron, an upper shelf raised on four scroll...
Category
Early 1900s French Louis XV Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Oak
$5,475 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Alter Table
Bar
Located in Washington, DC
A very interesting hand-painted antique alter table which would make a great bar.
It’s made of pine and has the original paintwork which has some wear.
This comes in two parts so...
Category
Late 18th Century French French Provincial Antique Furniture Cart
Materials
Wood
$10,700
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Antique Furniture Cart For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic piece of antique furniture cart available at 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and iron. Your living room may not be complete without an item from our selection of antique furniture cart — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A choice in our collection of antique furniture cart, designed in the Industrial, Victorian or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one object in our assortment of antique furniture cart that is appealing in its simplicity, but Adie
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How Much is a Antique Furniture Cart?
The average selling price for a piece of antique furniture cart at 1stDibs is $2,400, while they’re typically $115 on the low end and $72,000 for the highest priced.
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- 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.
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- 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.
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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.
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