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European Neoclassical 1830s Painted Daybed with Carved Rosettes and Fluted Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
back, carved rosettes and fluted legs. Created during the second quarter of the 19th century, this
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Early 19th Century European Neoclassical Antique Furniture Legs

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Upholstery, Wood

19th Century English Oak Side Table with Drawer and Tapered Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
the design clean and unembellished. Raised on elegantly tapered legs, the table maintains a refined
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19th Century English Rustic Antique Furniture Legs

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Oak

Spanish rectangular coffee table with turned legs and four drawers
Located in Miami, FL
Spanish rectangular coffee table with turned Legs and iron stretcher. This tables has two working
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Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Antique Furniture Legs

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Walnut

Console table in walnut wood, turned legs joined by crosspieces, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique half-moon console table, carved in precious and solid walnut wood, 4 richly turned legs
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18th Century Italian Antique Furniture Legs

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Walnut

Early 18th Century French Walnut Louis XIII Style Table with Turned Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Early 18th Century French Walnut Louis XIII Style Table with Turned Legs & Drawer
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18th Century French Louis XIII Antique Furniture Legs

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Walnut

Spanish rectangular coffee table with turned legs and four drawers
Located in Miami, FL
Spanish rectangular coffee table with turned Legs and iron stretcher. This tables has two working
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Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Antique Furniture Legs

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Walnut

19th Century Italian Walnut Lyre Leg Table with Baroque Style Wooden Stretchers
Located in Dallas, TX
The dynamic shapes and ornate detailing associated with Baroque-style furniture are unmistakable on
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Late 19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Furniture Legs

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Wood, Walnut

George III Spider Leg Mahogany Silver/Tea Table with Scalloped Gallery, c1780
Located in valatie, NY
A George III Mahogany silver/tea table, c1780. The table base has four finely turned (spider) legs
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1780s English George III Antique Furniture Legs

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Mahogany

18th Century English Walnut Lowboy with 1 Drawer, Cabriole Legs Pad Foot
Located in Atlanta, GA
18th Century English Walnut Lowboy with 1 Drawer, Cabriole Legs & Pad Foot
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18th Century English Antique Furniture Legs

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Walnut

Antique French Dining Farm Bakers Table Bleached Oak Baluster Leg c1920
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique French Dining Farm Bakers Table Bleached Oak Baluster Leg c1920. Direct from France, a
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1920s French French Provincial Antique Furniture Legs

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Oak

Antique French Figural Needlepoint Box Footstool Ottoman on Mahogany Legs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Figural Needlepoint Box Footstool Ottoman on Mahogany Legs. Item featured believed
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Early 20th Century French Provincial Antique Furniture Legs

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Mahogany

Spanish Baroque Side Table with Lyre Legs and Marquetry Top, 1850
Located in Miami, FL
walnut. This piece has a great scale, lovely lyre shaped legs with hand-forged iron stretcher and
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Mid-19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Furniture Legs

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Walnut

George II Period Oak Dresser on Four Turned Legs
Located in Harrodsburg, KY
A three drawer dresser on turned legs, the back legs turned just as well as the front. Good quality
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Mid-18th Century British George II Antique Furniture Legs

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Oak

English Mahogany Wig Table with Turned Legs and Brass Gallery, circa 1830
Located in Atlanta, GA
four boldly turned and tapered legs, each terminating in brass casters for mobility. Measuring 78
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Early 19th Century English Antique Furniture Legs

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Brass

Late Qing Dynasty Plant Stand with Carved Apron and Curving Legs
Located in Yonkers, NY
circular top, carved apron, gracefully curving legs, low ring stretcher, and petite feet. This piece
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Furniture Legs

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Wood

A hunting rifle holder with deer legs, France 1920.
Located in Milan, IT
A hunting rifle holder, or stick holder, from a French chalet, made with two deer legs. The base
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Early 20th Century French Antique Furniture Legs

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Wood

Italian Walnut Table with Round Quarter Veneer Top and Cabriole Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian walnut round top table with cabriole legs. This Italian walnut round top table captures
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Furniture Legs

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Walnut

19th Spanish Walnut Side Table with Turned Legs and Iron Stretcher
Located in Miami, FL
Side table of walnut with turned legs and beleveled top. Spanish, the legs are connected by an
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Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Furniture Legs

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Iron

Exquisite Original Victorian Kilim Upholstered Sofa Hardwood Turned Front Legs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
of its type before, it has large oversized arms, beautifully mahogany turned front legs finished with
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Furniture Legs

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Upholstery, Hardwood

Antique English Hall Sofa Table Sideboard Carved Oak Bobbin Leg c1910
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique English Hall Sofa Table Sideboard Carved Oak Bobbin Leg c1910. Direct from England, a
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Early 1900s British Late Victorian Antique Furniture Legs

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Oak

Industrial Bar/Bistro Table with Cast Iron Legs and Wooden Top, Belgium 1920s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
an authentic cast iron A-shaped machine legs and a characterful old thick wooden top. Made in Belgium
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Early 20th Century Belgian Industrial Antique Furniture Legs

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Iron

19th Century Italian Octagonal Adjustable Table with Shaped Wooden Leg
Located in Prato, IT
19th century Italian wooden octagonal shaped center or dining adjustable table. 1890 The table has two extensions (cm.30 each) which can be installed together or separately. This p...
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Late 19th Century Italian Late Victorian Antique Furniture Legs

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Wood

20th Century Spanish Pine Lyre Legs Trestle Dining Farm Table
Located in Miami, FL
top, resting on hand carved, classical lyre legs joined by a beautifully wood stretcher. This table
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Early 1900s Spanish Baroque Antique Furniture Legs

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Iron

Painted Low Table With Faux Marble Top and Gilt Rams Head Legs
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Painted round low table with a decorative faux marble top and gilt rams head legs. The black
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1920s Italian Antique Furniture Legs

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Wood, Giltwood, Paint

Early Folk Art Splayed Three Leg Milking Stool with Array of Colors
Located in Port Jervis, NY
cut thru the center and supported by 3 turned legs. Their is a marking with letters on top but cannot
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Early 1900s American Adirondack Antique Furniture Legs

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Hardwood, Paint

Antique Victorian Side Table Wine Table on Elegant Tripod Legs
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely hardwood Victorian side table. We have lightly restored this by giving it a hand clean, wax, and polish. Dimension: Ø 47 x H 68.5 ...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Furniture Legs

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Hardwood

Sheraton Mahogany Game Table with Rope Twist Legs and Serpentine Top
By Thomas Sheraton
Located in Savannah, GA
This Sheraton swing leg game table offers mahogany construction with a flip top. Features include
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1810s English Sheraton Antique Furniture Legs

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Mahogany

Antique 4-6 Seat Gate Leg Table, English, Oak, Extending, Farmhouse, Georgian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique 4-6 seat gate leg table. An English, oak oval extending farmhouse table, dating
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Mid-18th Century British Georgian Antique Furniture Legs

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Oak

19th Century English Demilune Table with Solomonic Legs and Fringes
Located in Miami, FL
supported on hand-turned Solomonic shaped legs joined by simple curved stretcher.
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Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Furniture Legs

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Bronze

Decorative French Table, Desk Oak Wood with Turned Legs, French 19th Century
Located in Salzburg, AT
and already has a beautiful deep, aged color. The turned legs with the baluster at the top and bottom
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1860s Louis Philippe Antique Furniture Legs

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Oak

George II Oak Flip Top Gate Leg Games Table for Restoration
Located in Bridgeport, CT
resting on cabriole legs including a gate leg with pointed and padded feet. Dimensions: 29 " H x 27 3/4
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Mid-18th Century English George II Antique Furniture Legs

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Brass

Solid flame Mahogany Turned Legs 3 Drawer Drop Leaf Sewing Stand Cabinet MINT
By J. Horner
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Solid flame Mahogany Turned Legs 3 Drawer Drop Leaf Sewing Stand Cabinet MINT Drop Leaves are 10
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19th Century American Federal Antique Furniture Legs

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Mahogany

Vintage Italian Biedermeier Saber Leg Accent Side Chair with Needlepoint Seat
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian Biedermeier Saber Leg Accent Side Chair with Needlepoint Seat. Circa Early 20th
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Early 20th Century Unknown Biedermeier Antique Furniture Legs

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Mahogany

Set of 3 Early 19th Century Sabre Leg Klismos Form Side Chairs
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Three sabre leg Klismos form side chairs of European beech and mahogany with seats upholstered in
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1820s Danish Biedermeier Antique Furniture Legs

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Suede, Beech, Mahogany

Gillows attr, An Aesthetic Movement octagonal walnut eight leg centre table
By Henry William Batley, Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in London, GB
Gillows attributed, in the style of H W Batley. An Aesthetic Movement octagonal Mahogany eight leg
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1880s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Furniture Legs

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Mahogany

Neoclassical Mahogany Side Table With Fluted Legs And Green Marble, 1920s
Located in Miami, FL
Unusual early 20th century neoclassical style rectangular side table with fluted legs and green and
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Antique Furniture Legs

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Marble

18th C. Italian Table w/Carved-Trestle Legs Elegantly Forged Iron Stretchers
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian walnut wood nicely-carved trestle-leg table with decorative forged-iron stretcher, from
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18th Century Italian Antique Furniture Legs

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Walnut

English 19th Century Walnut Side Table with Single Drawer and Cabriole Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
on four cabriole legs, their graceful curves finishing in scrolled feet that lend a sense of
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19th Century English Antique Furniture Legs

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Brass

19th Century Life-Size Corpus Christi Figure Leg
Located in London, GB
19th century life-size corpus Christi figure leg We are proud to offer a very unusual religious
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1850s Spanish Early Victorian Antique Furniture Legs

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Oak, Paint

Rustic Coffee Table With Peg Legs, Hungary circa 1890
Located in Round Top, TX
The appeal of this rustic coffee table comes from the thick wood of the top that originally served as a work table. The slab of wood that serves as the top is impressive and creates ...
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Rustic Antique Furniture Legs

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Wood

Dutch Marquetry Side Table on Cabriolet Legs, Holland circa 1770-1800
Located in Round Top, TX
cabriolet legs. Please enlarge photos to appreciate the richness of the veneer woods with detailed inlay of
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Late 18th Century Dutch Louis XV Antique Furniture Legs

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Oak

Cabriole Leg Velvet Window Stool This is a good Sturdy Stool
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Cabriole Leg Velvet Window Stool This is a good Sturdy Stool it has strong cabriole legs The
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1920s Adam Style Antique Furniture Legs

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Walnut

Danish Side Table / Pedestal with Finely Carved Legs, Early 20th Century
Located in Odense, DK
complement many interior styles. A modern, Scandinavian or an Art Deco home decor. "Baroque furniture shares
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Early 20th Century Danish Baroque Antique Furniture Legs

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Nutwood

19th Century Neoclassical Painted Side Table With Reeded Decor And Tapered Legs
Located in Charleston, SC
19th century, with reeded aprons and tapered legs, rectangular top accented with reeded all sides
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19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Antique Furniture Legs

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Wood, Paint

20th-Century Tiger Oak Fall-Front Secretary Desk on Barley Twist Legs
Located in Rolling Hills Estates, CA
reverence for craftsmanship and form. Its design pays homage to seventeenth-century English furniture
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Early 20th Century Unknown Jacobean Antique Furniture Legs

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Oak

English 1900s Century Bleached Elmwood Tiered Side Table with Baluster Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
baluster legs and rectangular block joints. This English side table, gracefully crafted from bleached
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Early 20th Century English Antique Furniture Legs

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Elm

19th Century Pine One Drawer Stand with Faux Bamboo Carved Legs
Located in Nantucket, MA
Petite Pine single drawer stand with delicately turned faux bamboo legs. Single board top, single
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Mid-19th Century North American Antique Furniture Legs

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Pine

Antique Side Table With Built-In Storage Turned Legs In Hand Polished Mahogany
Located in Lejre, DK
turned legs. — Period: 1890s — Material: Hand-polished mahogany — Details: Built-in storage, turned legs
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1890s Danish Scandinavian Modern Antique Furniture Legs

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Mahogany

Victorian English Oak Turned Bobbin Leg Rush Seat Bench With Geometric Stretcher
Located in Reading, Berkshire
English Antique Victorian Oak Turned Bobbin Leg Rush Seat Bench With Geometric Stretcher. A
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Mid-19th Century British High Victorian Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Oak, Rattan, Rush

Reclining Male Nude with Raised Leg after de Lairesse German Manual, c1745
Located in Langweer, NL
Reclining Male Nude with Raised Leg after de Lairesse German Manual c1745 This dramatic academic
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Mid-18th Century German Antique Furniture Legs

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Paper

Antique Drop Leaf Hardwood Table With Bobbin Turned Legs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Antique drop leaf top over a wide apron flanked by corner blocks and raised on bobbin turned legs
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19th Century Rustic Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Oval 18th Century Italian Walnut Benches with Turned Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Oval 18th Century Italian Walnut Benches with Turned Legs and Tapestry Tops
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18th Century Italian Antique Furniture Legs

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Walnut

Antique Oak Tile-Top Side Table With Nautical Scene and Barley Twist Legs
Located in High Point, NC
artistry. The table’s solid oak frame is supported by distinctive barley twist legs and a woven cane lower
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Furniture Legs

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Ceramic, Wood

Sheraton Mahogany 2 Drawer Drop Leaf Stand With Rope Twist Carved Legs c1830
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Sheraton Mahogany 2 Drawer Drop Leaf Stand With Twist Carved Legs C1830 Measures - 27" x
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Early 19th Century Antique Furniture Legs

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Mahogany

Rustic Splayed Leg Solid Wood Sculptural Bench, France 1940 s
Located in New York, NY
Lovely through tenon detail. Some discoloration on surface. Seat is 8'' deep.
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Early 20th Century French Rustic Antique Furniture Legs

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Hardwood

Antique Hexagonal Dining Table Carved Wood with Turned Legs, Early 1900s Accent
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
finish, featuring a distinctive hexagonal top, ornate turned legs, and a subtle scalloped apron. This
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Wood

Two English Georgian Period Walnut Benches with Turned Legs and Cross Stretcher
Located in Atlanta, GA
Two English Georgian period walnut benches from the early 19th century, with turned legs and cross
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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Walnut

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Antique Furniture Legs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of antique furniture legs is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, walnut and oak, all antique furniture legs available were constructed with great care. Antique furniture legs 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 legs bearing Victorian or Baroque hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many antique furniture legs are appealing in their simplicity, but Liberty Co., Dos Gallos Studio and Charles G. Bush Co produced popular antique furniture legs that are worth a look.

How Much are Antique Furniture Legs?

Prices for antique furniture legs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, antique furniture legs begin at $85 and can go as high as $195,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,300.
Questions About Antique Furniture Legs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Fancy table legs are called by a variety of names. Ones with very small ribs are reeded, while those with more widely spaced ribs are fluted. Legs that scroll outward are known as cabriole legs. Baroque chairs sometimes had carved S-shaped ones commonly referred to as Flemish scroll legs. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and antique tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cabriole leg furniture is a chair, table or case good with a certain leg style called a cabriole. Its design starts with a convex curve and then continues with a concave curve. Normally, the width of the leg grows smaller from the top to the foot. Find a collection of cabriole leg furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.