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Pair Rock Crystal Gem Stone, Silver
Gilt 8 Bell Judaica Torah/ Rimonim Finials
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair Rock Crystal Gem Stone, Silver & Gilt 8 Bell Judaica Torah/ Rimonim Finials
European, 1900s
We
Category
Early 20th Century European Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Rock Crystal, Metal
$3,116 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Italian Neo-classic Parcel Gilt Painted Wood Flame Finial Decorative Urn
Located in Queens, NY
baluster form with parcil gilt flame finials, ram's head faux handles plus scroll & foliate bordered square
Category
18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Wood
American Serpentine Brass and Wire Lemon Finial Fire Place Screen, NY C. 1790
Located in Charleston, SC
finials, New York. Late 18th Century.
Category
1790s American American Colonial Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass, Wire
Pair of American Brass
Onyx Flame Finial Andirons with Acanthus Feet, C. 1850
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American brass and onyx andirons with flanking flame finial Urns, Corinthian capitals
Category
1850s American American Empire Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Onyx, Brass, Wrought Iron
Pair of American Brass
Wrought Iron Ball Finial Andirons, J. Hunneman C. 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American brass banded flanking ball finial andirons with circular ringed plinths, matching
Category
1820s American American Colonial Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
Pair of Italian Silver over Bronze Urn Finial Wrought Iron Andirons, Circa 1830
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of Italian silver over bronze andirons with decorative urn finials, flanking tapered columns
Category
1830s Italian Neoclassical Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Silver, Bronze, Wrought Iron
Pair of French Amethyst Crystal and Bronze Sphere Finial Wall Sconces, C. 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of French Amethyst crystal and bronze two arm sphere finial wall sconces. Pair were originally
Category
1820s French Louis Philippe Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Pair of American Wrought Iron Scrolled Finial Andirons with Cross Bar, C. 1840
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American wrought iron flanking scrolled finial andirons with centered spiraled columns
Category
1840s American American Empire Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Wrought Iron
Brass and Wire Serpentine Form Fireplace Fender with Paw Feet and Ball Finials
Located in New York, NY
, and brass ball finials. This example is in very good, clean, original, ready to use condition, showing
Category
Early 20th Century American American Classical Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass, Wire
Pair of American Brass Ball Finial Andirons, Stamped J. Molineux Boston, C 1800
By Molineaux
Webb
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American brass ball banded finial andirons with ringed turned faceted plinths, supporting
Category
Early 1800s American American Colonial Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
Pair of American Federal Brass Urn Finial Shield Engraved Andirons. Phil. C 1800
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American Federal brass andirons with shield engraved urn finials, shield engraved plinths
Category
Early 1800s American Federal Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
English Brass Urn Finial and Artistic Wire Work Fire Place Fender, Circa 1800
Located in Charleston, SC
English brass Urn finial and artistic wire work fire place fender with stylized scrolled feet
Category
Early 1800s English George III Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron, Wire
Pair of American Wrought Iron Finial Caduceus Andirons with Splayed Feet, C 1850
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American wrought iron ball finial caduceus andirons with stylized splayed feet, Mid-19th
Category
1850s American American Empire Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Chenets or Andirons with Urns Motif and Acorn Finials, 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
19th century pair of chenets or andirons with urns motif and acorn finials.
Category
19th Century French Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass, Iron
18th Century Spanish Decorative Finial Carved in Wood in the Shape of a Plant
Located in Marbella, ES
18th Century Spanish Decorative Finial Carved in Wood in the Shape of a Plant
Category
18th Century Spanish Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Wood
American Brass and Artistic Wire Work Lemon Finial Fire Place Fender, C. 1790
Located in Charleston, SC
American brass and artistic wire work banded lemon finial fire place fender, Late 18th Century
Category
1790s American American Colonial Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass, Wire
Pair of Chenets or Andirons with a Ball and Flame Finial, 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
19th Century Pair of Chenets or Andirons with a Ball and Flame Finial
Professionally cleaned and
Category
19th Century French Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass
Exceptional Late 19th Century French Cast Iron Stick Stand with Green Enamel Fin
Located in Lincoln, GB
Exceptional Late 19th Century French Cast Iron Stick Stand with Green Enamel Finish (Circa 1880)
A highly elegant and exceptionally detailed French cast iron stick stand, dating from...
Category
19th Century French Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Wrought Iron
American Wrought Iron and Brass Urn Finial Andirons with Penny Feet, Circa 1780
Located in Charleston, SC
American wrought iron and brass urn finial andirons with decorative scrolled circular squared
Category
1780s American American Colonial Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
18th C., Late Ayutthaya, A Pair of Antique Thai Wooden Finial
Naga
with Stand
Located in Sampantawong, TH
A pair of antique Thai wooden finial Naga carved on both sides and decorated with mirror-tiles
Category
18th Century Thai Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Wood
$2,360 Sale Price / set
20% Off
19th Century, Black Forest Carved Oak Newel Post Finial Form of a Dog w/ Shield
Located in Atlanta, GA
A highly expressive and deeply carved Black Forest figural newel post finial, dating to the late
Category
19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Oak
$1,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Silver Gilt Torah Finials or Rimonim by Moses Salkind, London, 1925
By Moses Salkind
Co
Located in London, GB
A pair of silver gilt Torah finials or Rimonim by Moses Salkind
London, 1925
Height 41cm
Category
Early 20th Century English Modern Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Silver
American Wrought Iron
Brass Urn Finial Fluted Andirons with Spit Hooks C. 1780
Located in Charleston, SC
American wrought iron and brass urn finial andirons with upper scrolled decorative floral motif
Category
1780s American American Colonial Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
Pair of French Brass
Polished Steel Urn Finial Acanthus Floral Andirons C 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of French brass and polished steel Urn finial andirons with decorative acanthus foliage bead
Category
1820s French Louis Philippe Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass, Steel, Iron, Wrought Iron
Pair of American Brass Ball Finial Andirons with Spur Legs, Boston, Circa 1850
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of important size American brass ball finial andirons with turned ribbed centered columns
Category
1850s American American Empire Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
Pair of Chenets or Andirons with a Decorative Eagle Finial Top, 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
Pair of 19th century chenets or andirons with a decorative eagle finial top and a brass fender
Category
19th Century French Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass, Iron
American Brass Urn Finial
Artistic Wire Work Fire Place Screen, Phil. C. 1810
Located in Charleston, SC
American brass urn finial and artistic wire work fire place screen, Philadelphia, Early 19th
Category
1810s American American Colonial Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass, Wire
Capping Finial Newel Post Staircase Pair Oak Cup
Cover Ball 33cm 13" high
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Rare pair of oak newel post cappings or finials
Elegant and finely turned ball supported cup
Category
19th Century English Baroque Revival Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Oak
Antique English Federal Sheraton Brass Urn Finial Fireplace Tool Set (B) - 3 Pcs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique English Federal Sheraton Brass Urn Finial Fireplace Tool Set (B) - 3 Pcs. Listing Includes
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Sheraton Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass
Antique English Federal Sheraton Brass Urn Finial Fireplace Tool Set (A) - 3 Pcs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique English Federal Sheraton Brass Urn Finial Fireplace Tool Set (A) - 3 Pcs. Listing Includes
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Sheraton Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass
American Brass and Iron Urn Finial Pole Eight Slotted Umbrella Stand, Circa 1880
Located in Charleston, SC
American brass and cast iron urn finial pole mounted eight slotted umbrella stand, Late 19th
Category
1880s American American Empire Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass, Iron
Huge 18th C. Venetian Larger Then California King Bed Crest Finials Panel Board
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Huge 18th C. Venetian Larger Then California King Bed Crest Finials Panel Board. Imposing circa
Category
18th Century Italian Classical Greek Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Bronze
$72,000 Sale Price
20% Off
English Regency Mahogany Four Tiered Ball Finial Etagere w/ Brass Casters C 1800
Located in Charleston, SC
supports, flanking tiered ball finials, and resting on tapered ringed legs with the original brass casters
Category
Early 1800s English Regency Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass
Antique English Regency Swan Finial Silver Plated Tea Pot Set, 3 Pc Set
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique English Regency Swan finial silver plated tea pot set - 3 pc set. Item features (3) pc set
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Silver Plate
Italian Painted and Parcel Gilt Tôle Bed Corona with Foliage Motif and Finial
Located in Atlanta, GA
distressed décor painted and parcel gilt, showcasing foliage and stylized flowers. Topped with a finial, the
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Tôle
English Polished Steel Urn Finial Engraved Floral Gallery Fire Place Fender 1770
Located in Charleston, SC
English polished steel fire place fender with flanking urn finials, engraved pierced foliage
Category
1770s English George III Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Steel
American Wire and Brass Folding Fire Place Screen with Acorn Finials, C. 1790
Located in Charleston, SC
flanking bell brass acorn finials, late 18th century
Fire screen is 24.25" tall / 32.75" wide middle
Category
1790s American American Colonial Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass, Wire
An Aesthetic Movement wrought iron and copper fire bucket with sunflower finials
Located in London, GB
An Aesthetic Movement wrought writhen iron and copper fire bucket, with sunflowers that form a part of the main iron frame coming down to form the rim which holds the bucket in place...
Category
1880s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Wrought Iron
Liberty
Co style of CFA Voysey, Arts
Crafts Oak Dining Set with Ball Finials
By Liberty
Co., Charles Voysey
Located in London, GB
and a matching dining table.
The five single dining chairs have ball finials with humorous carved
Category
1910s English Arts and Crafts Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Oak
Pair of American Bell Brass Double Urn Finial Andirons with Slipper Feet C 1790
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American bell brass double urn finial andirons with circular ringed plinths, spur legs
Category
1790s American American Colonial Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
Pair of American Bell Brass Lemon Finial Andirons with Matching Log Stops C 1790
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American bell brass lemon finial andirons with circular ringed plinths, spur legs, matching
Category
1790s American American Colonial Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
Pair of 19th Century Temple Jars, Lidded, Chinoiserie Foo Dog Finials, 19th C.
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of 19th Century Temple Jars. Each having a wonderful color scene depicting vibrant dragons, flowers and geometric designs. Each signed on the front. The pair having Foo Dog Lids...
Category
Mid-19th Century Asian Chinoiserie Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of 18th Century Italian Finial Bases with Agate Coral on a Lucite Base
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
A pair of 18th century Italian finial bases with coordinating polished agate coral on a Lucite base
Category
18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Agate, Coral, Gold Leaf
Pair of American Brass Acorn Finial Andirons with Spur Legs
Penny Feet NY 1780
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American brass flanking acorn faceted finial andirons with turned faceted plinths, scrolled
Category
1780s American American Colonial Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
Pair of American Brass and Wrought Iron Urn Finial Knife Blade Andirons, C. 1800
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American brass and wrought iron flanking urn finial knife blade andirons with scrolled legs
Category
Early 1800s American American Colonial Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
1916 René Lalique Perfume Bottle Roses Sans Fin Glass with Sepia Patina for Arys
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Perfume bottle "Roses Sans Fin" made in frosted glass with sepia patina by René Lalique in 1913
Category
1910s French Art Deco Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Blown Glass
Pair of American Brass Ball Finial Andirons with Spur Legs
Ball Feet, C. 1810
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American brass flanking ball banded finial andirons with circular plinths, spur legs
Category
1810s American American Colonial Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
Pair of English Brass Dragon Finial Andirons with Scrolled Leg
Paw Feet C 1840
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of English brass flanking dragon finial andirons with decorative foliage plinths, original
Category
1840s English William IV Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
Pair of American Brass Lemon on Lemon Finial Andirons with Ball Feet, NYC, 1800
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American brass lemon on lemon banded finial andirons with circular plinths, original
Category
Early 1800s American American Colonial Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
Pair of American Brass Lemon Finial Andirons with Spur Legs
Ball Feet, C. 1810
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American brass banded flanking lemon on lemon finial andirons with turned bulbous plinths
Category
1810s American American Colonial Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
Pair of American Brass Urn Faceted Finial Andirons with Log Stops, NY C. 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American brass flanking urn faceted finial andirons with bulbous squared faceted legs
Category
1820s American American Empire Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
Pair of American Brass Steeple Finial Andirons with Spur Legs
Ball Feet C 1800
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American brass banded flanking steeple and ball finial andirons with ringed faceted plinths
Category
Early 1800s American American Colonial Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
American Brass Finial
Polished Steel Fire Place Tools on Marble Stand, C. 1810
Located in Charleston, SC
American brass finial and polished steel fire place tools resting on the original squared grooved
Category
1810s American American Empire Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Marble, Brass, Steel
Set of English Urn Finial and Pierced Polished Steel Fire Tools, Circa 1780
Located in Charleston, SC
Set of English Urn Finial and pierced polished steel fire tools, late 18th century
Set consist of
Category
1780s English George III Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Steel
Pair of English Brass and Polished Steel Urn Finial Fire Place Andirons, C. 1780
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of English brass and polished steel urn finial fire place andirons with decorative hand chase
Category
1780s English George III Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass, Steel, Iron, Wrought Iron
Qing Dynasty Blue and White Porcelain Dragon Jar with Lid and Foo Dog Finial
Located in Yonkers, NY
lid crowned with a foo dog finial and flanked by lion-mask handles, this jar is steeped in traditional
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Pair English Brass Fireplace Tool Rests with Urn Finials 19th Century
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
2-316 Pair of English brass fire tool rests late 19th century
Fire Dogs,Chenets,Andirons
Category
1890s Antique Furniture Finials
Materials
Brass
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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, 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. - 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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