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Fin de la Guerre: The Behemoth of the Siege of Antwerp, 1585
Located in Langweer, NL
This print depicts the Antwerp warship Fin de la guerre, a massive vessel constructed during the
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16th Century Antique Furniture Finials

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Paper

19th Century Victorian Sterling Silver Butter Dish with Cow Finial
By Edward Charles Brown 1
Located in London, London
Silver Butter Dish, features engraved decoration to the lid and base, a cow finial, and a frosted, etched
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1860s English Victorian Antique Furniture Finials

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Sterling Silver

A fin 19th century Russian mahogany and inlayed brass viewing cabinet
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine 19th century Russian mahogany and gilt brass inlayed vitrine
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Late 19th Century Baltic Baltic Antique Furniture Finials

Materials

Brass

Gothic Revival English Oak Bevel Shield Shape Stand Mirror with Finials
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Rare Gothic mirror on legs with a unique shield shape and finials. Lead backed original bevel glass
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1860s English Gothic Revival Antique Furniture Finials

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Oak

19th-Century English Bronze Andirons with Gothic Details and Heart Finials
Located in Atlanta, GA
, lending them an architectural charm. The heart-shaped finials at the top are embellished with a delicate
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19th Century English Antique Furniture Finials

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Bronze

18th Century Italian Wrought Iron Andirons with Hand-Carved Bronze Finials
Located in Brescia, Brescia
hand-carved bronze finials that depict four distinct faces, one on each side. These intricately carved
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18th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Antique Furniture Finials

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Vintage Diminutive Black Lacquered Table or Wall Shelf with Carved Red Finials
Located in Brooklyn, NY
elegant red finials/feet (ca. 1920s, USA). Two metal brackets present to the back for mounting, though
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1920s American Folk Art Antique Furniture Finials

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Metal

Large 19th Century English Brass Scale with Weights and Bull Finial
Located in Atlanta, GA
a central fluted column with finely cast detailing. At the apex, a bull’s head finial with ring and
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19th Century English Antique Furniture Finials

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Brass

Large Pair of Arts Crafts Andirons with Brass Sunflower Finials
Located in London, GB
A large pair of late 19th century Arts & Crafts steel firedogs with scrolled form to feet and shafts surmounted by oval centre and repousse droplets. Copper sunflower tops with brass...
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19th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Furniture Finials

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Steel

Pair of 20th Century Neoclassical Brass Andirons with Flame Finials
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of early 20th century Neoclassical brass Andirons with flame finials and column shaft and
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Early 20th Century North American Antique Furniture Finials

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Brass

Antique Federal Brass Spiral Twist Finial Branch Leg Ball Claw Andirons - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Federal Brass Spiral Twist Finial Branch Leg Ball & Claw Andirons - a Pair. Item features
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Early 20th Century Unknown Federal Antique Furniture Finials

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique French Louis XVI Brass Bronze Flame Finial Andirons w/ Adjustable Fender
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Louis XVI Style Brass/Bronze Flame Finial Andirons w/ Adjustable Fender. Circa Early
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Early 20th Century Unknown Louis XVI Antique Furniture Finials

Materials

Brass, Bronze

French Louis XIII Period Walnut Side Table with Baluster Legs and Carved Finial
Located in Atlanta, GA
diamond motif, turned baluster legs, cross stretcher of similar style with carved finial and mounted on
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17th Century French Louis XIII Antique Furniture Finials

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Walnut

Pair of 1615 English Polychrome Painted Heraldic Lion Newel Banisters Finials
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Lion Newel Finials with period Polychrome paint Where to begin! What a find, these are original
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1610s English Jacobean Antique Furniture Finials

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Oak

French Neoclassic Period Marble Top Console w/Carved Urn Finial at Underside
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassical console table with its original marble top from the early 19th century. This antique table from France retains its original marble top, with a shorter straight ...
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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Furniture Finials

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Marble

Paire De Chandeliers En Bronze Argentés, Estampillés "Anvers", Fin Du XIXème
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paire de grands chandeliers en bronze argentés - Estampillés "Anvers" - Fin Du XIXème" / Pair of
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1890s French Napoleon III Antique Furniture Finials

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Bronze

Chinese Arcaistic Style Cast Bronze Lidded Urn with Carved Jade Finial
Located in Hudson, NY
object. Finally, the whole is set off with a carved jade finial that is most likely itself somewhat older
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Early 20th Century Chinese Archaistic Antique Furniture Finials

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Jade, Bronze

Beautiful Bowl, Hand Painted Flowers with Artichoke Finial Meissen, 19th Century
Located in Lantau, HK
Beautiful coveted bowl, Meissen hand painted flowers and leaves with artichoke finial and turquoise
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19th Century European Antique Furniture Finials

Materials

Meissen

Pair 19th Century Neoclassical Style Italian Plaster Urns with Flame Finials
Located in Stamford, CT
the wall as decorative elements. Quite handsome, with acanthus leaf decoration and flame finials
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Late 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Furniture Finials

Materials

Plaster

French Silver Bronze Six Arm Crown Canopy Crystal Chandelier w/ Ball Finial 1815
Located in Charleston, SC
with a faceted beaded ball finial, Early 19th Century Chandelier was originally candle powered and has
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1810s French Louis Philippe Antique Furniture Finials

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Crystal, Silver, Bronze

Cheese or Butter Dish, Brass with Blue Glass Liner and Goat Finial
Located in valatie, NY
Cheese or Butter Dish, Brass and Glass, and Goat Finial. 19th c probably French and was used for
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Late 19th Century French Antique Furniture Finials

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Brass

Pair of American Wrought Iron Spiral Ball Finial Andirons w/ Scrolled Legs, 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American wrought iron spiral ball finial andirons with flanking decorative scrolled plinths
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1820s American American Empire Antique Furniture Finials

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Wrought Iron

Set of American Wrought Iron Ball Finial Andirons Tools on Stand, Circa 1850
Located in Charleston, SC
Set of American Empire Monumental wrought iron ball finial andirons and ball finial tools on stand
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1850s American American Empire Antique Furniture Finials

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Wrought Iron

19th Century Ribbed Polychrome Delft Urn with Lid Featuring Lion Finial
Located in Atlanta, GA
19th century Ribbed Polychrome Delft Urn with Lid featuring Lion Finial.
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19th Century Antique Furniture Finials

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Delft

18th C. French Neoclassical Marble Top Console Table w/Urn Finial at Underside
Located in Atlanta, GA
and carved urn finial accent at underside, from the 18th century. This antique table from France
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18th Century French Neoclassical Antique Furniture Finials

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Marble

Hand-Carved Wooden Finial with Traces of Gold and Green Polychromy
Located in Marbella, ES
Hand-Carved Wooden Finial with Traces of Gold and Green Polychromy
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18th Century Spanish Antique Furniture Finials

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Wood

French 19th Century Zinc Crowned Acorn Decorative Finial on Custom Lucite Base
Located in Atlanta, GA
and historical charm. The finial features a prominent acorn emerging gracefully from a bed of foliage
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19th Century French Antique Furniture Finials

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Zinc

Antique Hand-Turned Olive Wood Plate Rack with Finial Detailing, 19th Century
Located in Northport, MI
frame capped by a series of petite finials. The natural warmth and grain variation of the olive wood are
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Late 19th Century Italian Folk Art Antique Furniture Finials

Materials

Wood, Olive

Silver crown of Virgin Mary with acanthus reliefs, cutouts and dove finial
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Silver crown alluding to the Virgin with reliefs of acanthus leaves, palmettes and cutouts, pommel topped with a dove of the Holy Spirit. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portugue...
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19th Century European Antique Furniture Finials

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Silver

18th C. Table Lamp Ceramic Baluster Chinese blue Vase Shade Finial Antiques LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
18th C. table lamp Ceramic Baluster Chinese blue Vase Shade Finial Antiques LA . Very fine
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18th Century European Antique Furniture Finials

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Ceramic, Fabric

English Brass Artistic Work Gallery Ball Finial Fire Place Fender, Circa 1780
Located in Charleston, SC
, upper bar gallery with flanking ball finials, and resting on the original lions paw feet, Late 18th
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1780s English George III Antique Furniture Finials

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Brass, Iron, Wire

Antique French Empire Brass Bronze Urn Finial Slender Column Andirons - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Empire Brass Bronze Urn Finial Slender Column Andirons with Desirable Patina and
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Late 19th Century Unknown Empire Antique Furniture Finials

Materials

Brass

Stoneware tea pot with spaniel lid finial by Wedgwood, c. 1829
By Wedgewood
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Slip cast stoneware tea pot in a putty colored smear glaze. The tea pot features a spaniel finial
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Early 19th Century British Antique Furniture Finials

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Ceramic

Pair of American Wrought Iron and Spelter Finial Mounted Wall Lanterns, C. 1850
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American wrought iron, paneled glass, and spelter finial decorative wall lanterns mounted
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1850s American American Empire Antique Furniture Finials

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Brass, Wrought Iron, Spelter

Antique Animated Monk Striking Bell 3 Finial Brass Decorated 8 Day Mantle Clock
Located in Danville, CA
Antique Animated Monk Striking Bell 3 Finial Brass Decorated 8 Day Mantle Clock MOVEMENT: 8 day
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Furniture Finials

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Brass

Pair of French Empire Andirons in Wrought Iron with Brass Finials
Located in Kastrup, DK
finials on the front tops. These fireplace supports are presented in their original, untouched condition
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Mid-19th Century French Empire Antique Furniture Finials

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Brass, Iron

Pair of American Wrought Iron Brass Urn Finial Andirons . Circa 1780
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American wrought iron andirons with brass urn finial tops, scrolled decorative spit hook
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1780s American American Colonial Antique Furniture Finials

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Brass, Wrought Iron

Pair of Edvin Ollers Pewter Trays with Figurine Finial – Sweden, 1928
By Edvin Ollers
Located in Stockholm, SE
tray features a sleek, circular form topped with a delicately sculpted figurine finial—likely
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1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Furniture Finials

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Pewter

18th Century, A Pair of Antique Thai Wooden Finial Naga with Stand
Located in Sampantawong, TH
A pair of antique Thai wooden finial Naga, used for decoration on top of the temple's roof. Age
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18th Century Thai Antique Furniture Finials

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Wood

Pair Hand Carved Antique Stone Pyramid Garden Post Gate Entrance Finials Pyramid
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Pair Hand Carved Antique Stone Pyramid Garden Post Gate Entrance Finials Pyramid . Great patina
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19th Century French Antique Furniture Finials

Materials

Stone

Pair of American Queens Metal Urn Finial Andirons, Philadelphia, Circa 1770
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American Queens metal urn on urn finial andirons with turned bulbous plinths, matching log
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1770s American American Colonial Antique Furniture Finials

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Fine Sculpted Colonial Portuguese 17th C. Jacaranda Bed Torsade Posts finials
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Fine Sculpted Colonial Portuguese 17th C. Jacaranda Bed Torsade Posts finials . Very Rare
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17th Century Portuguese Antique Furniture Finials

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Metal

Silver Glass Biscuit Barrel or Cookie Jar with Coiled Rope Finial
By Martin, Hall Co. Ltd.
Located in London, GB
barrel. The frosted glass barrel has a silver base and rim, and the removable lid has a finial comprising
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1870s English Victorian Antique Furniture Finials

Materials

Silver

18th Century Italian Processional Finial with Polished Agate Coral on an Agate
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
18th century Italian processional finial with polished agate coral on a coordinating agatized coral
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18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Furniture Finials

Materials

Agate

English Regency Mahogany Bow Front Brass Finial Gallery Sideboard, Circa 1780
Located in Charleston, SC
English Regency mahogany bow front sideboard with crosshatched bulbous urn finial gallery, centered
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1780s English Regency Antique Furniture Finials

Materials

Brass

Small Art Deco Alabaster Flush Mount / Pendant w. Bronzed Stem, Finial Canopy
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique and small size, two-light, white alabaster ceiling lamp of superb quality and condition. This light fixture from the heydays of the European Art Deco era will light up both y...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Furniture Finials

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Alabaster, Brass, Bronze

Pair Hand Carved Wood Finials Vase Shape Centerpiece Urns Antiques Los Angeles
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Pair Hand Carved Wood Finials Vase Shape Centerpiece Urns Antiques Los Angeles. Beautiful Pair of
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18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Furniture Finials

Materials

Wood, Fruitwood

Pair of Antique 39 in. Ball Finial Cast Iron Fencing Posts
Located in New York, NY
Brownstone fencing cast iron newel posts with an attached bolt plate on the bottoms. There is expected surface wear. Priced as a pair. Please note, this item is located in our Scrant...
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Furniture Finials

Materials

Iron

Pair 18th C. Hand Carved Stone Finials Architectural Element Urn Center Pieces
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Pair 18th C. Hand Carved Stone Finials Architectural Element Urn Center Pieces . Late 18th Century
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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Furniture Finials

Materials

Stone, Limestone

19th C. French Green Glazed Confit Pot Table Lamp with Custom Shade and Finial
Located in Dallas, TX
shade and decorative finial. The base is crafted from an authentic 19th century Provençal confit pot, a
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Late 19th Century French Country Antique Furniture Finials

Materials

Earthenware, Pottery

Antique French Empire Style Bronze Column Form Flame Finial Andirons - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Empire Style Bronze Column Form Flame Finial Andirons - a Pair. Item features flame
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Early 1900s Empire Antique Furniture Finials

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Caribbean Regency Mahogany Four-Tiered Acorn Finial Fluted Trolley, Circa 1815
Located in Charleston, SC
Caribbean Regency mahogany four tiered trolley with turned bulbous acorn finials, flanking fluted
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1810s Caribbean Regency Antique Furniture Finials

Materials

Mahogany

Dutch Colonial Wood and Rattan Lounge Chair with Slanted Back and Carved Finials
Located in Yonkers, NY
boasts two finely turned finials, standing as twin sentinels of vintage allure. A slatted seat ensures
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Dutch Colonial Antique Furniture Finials

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Early 20th Century, A Pair of Antique Burmese Wooden Finial Chofa with Figures
Located in Sampantawong, TH
A pair of antique Burmese wooden finial (Chofa) with figures, used for decoration on top of
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Early 20th Century Burmese Antique Furniture Finials

Materials

Wood

Antique Japanese Silver Koro with Phoenix and Shishi Finial, Meiji Period Style
Located in Wembley, GB
Antique Japanese Silver Koro with Phoenix and Shishi Finial, Meiji Period Style, Highly Collectible
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1880s Japanese Japonisme Antique Furniture Finials

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

American Wrought Iron Faceted Lemon Finial Andirons w/ Scrolled Plinths, C. 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
American wrought iron faceted lemon finial andirons with central squared tapered columns, flanking
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1820s American American Empire Antique Furniture Finials

Materials

Wrought Iron

Edwardian Sterling Silver-Mounted Etched Honey Jar with Bumblebee Finial on Lid
By Lebkuecher Co.
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian Period, sterling silver-mounted etched honey jar with bumblebee finial on lid, Lebkuecher
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Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Furniture Finials

Materials

Sterling Silver

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Antique Furniture Finials For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of antique furniture finials available for sale. Each of these unique antique furniture finials was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, iron and brass. Antique furniture finials have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique furniture finials are generally popular furniture pieces, but Neoclassical, Victorian and Folk Art styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Antique furniture finials have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Interi, Meissen Porcelain and Gorham Manufacturing Company are consistently popular.

How Much are Antique Furniture Finials?

Prices for antique furniture finials start at $1 and top out at $325,000 with the average selling for $2,473.
Questions About Antique Furniture Finials
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.

  • 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.