Skip to main content

Antique Furniture Philadelphia

to
39
385
18
233
115
71
59
59
58
51
31
26
24
21
13
12
11
8
6
6
5
5
5
5
4
4
4
3
3
3
3
2
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
5
2
2
2
2
Sort By
Antique Print of a Quaker Couple Near the Library Company of Philadelphia, 1821
Located in Langweer, NL
, Library Company of Philadelphia, at 5th and Library streets. The men wear broad rimmed hats, long coats
Category

Early 19th Century French Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Paper

Pair of American Brass Urn Finial Andirons with Penny Feet, Philadelphia C. 1780
Located in Charleston, SC
spur legs and resting on the original penny feet. Late 18th Century, Philadelphia.
Category

1780s American American Colonial Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Antique Lamp Iron Coffee Grinder Enterprise Mfg Philadelphia PA Rewired 1 of 2
Located in Tyler, TX
Rare and unique antique large cast iron "Coffee Grinder" double cluster table lamp~~recently rewired~~late 19th century~~1 of 2 Vibrant red and green colors with brass accents~~do...
Category

Late 19th Century North American Industrial Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Brass, Iron

A Gillinder and Sons Lion Pattern Glass Service Philadelphia PA Second Half 19
Located in Buchanan, MI
A Gillinder and Sons Lion Pattern Glass Service Philadelphia, PA, Second Half 19th Century
Category

19th Century George III Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Crystal

Rustic Antique American Farmhouse Weathered Work Table
Located in Forney, TX
folklore connect the opera star with specific beds. The most widespread asserts that Philadelphia furniture
Category

Mid-19th Century Rustic Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Wood, Paint

Pair of American Rococo Revival Patinated Bronze Candelabras, Ca. 1825
Located in New York, NY
new family house in Philadelphia at long distance, badgering his wife with letters instructing her how
Category

1820s American Rococo Revival Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Bronze

Mahogany Philadelphia Chippendale Side Chair
Located in West Chester, PA
A very fine Chippendale side chair with a great old patina multiple shells on the crest rail and knees with wonderfully carved volutes on crest rail and knee blocks, fluted stiles an...
Category

Late 18th Century American Chippendale Antique Furniture Philadelphia

18th Century Philadelphia Mahogany Chippendale Card Table
Located in West Chester, PA
A nicely diminutive Philadelphia card table with rectangular top which opens up. Drop pendant in
Category

18th Century American Chippendale Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Philadelphia Queen Anne Balloon Seat Side Chair
Located in West Chester, PA
Philadelphia Queen Anne side chair with yoke crest, solid splat and cabriole legs terminating in
Category

18th Century American Queen Anne Antique Furniture Philadelphia

18th Century Philadelphia Mahogany Chippendale Tea Table
Located in West Chester, PA
18th century Philadelphia mahogany Chippendale tea table with beautiful figured grain on top bold
Category

18th Century American Chippendale Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Antique Philadelphia Federal Coin Silver Ice Tongs
Located in New York, NY
James Peters & Co., a Philadelphia silversmith active in the early years of the Republic. Weight: 1.7
Category

Early 19th Century American Federal Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Silver

Antique Classical Coin Silver Baby Cup with Philadelphia Marks
Located in New York, NY
rims. Unidentified marks associated with Philadelphia and phrase “Pure Coin”. Weight: 3.8 troy ounces.
Category

Mid-19th Century American American Classical Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Silver

Philadelphia Fire Marker
By Fire Association of Philadelphia
Located in Woodbury, CT
"The Fire Association of Philadelphia" (founded in 1817) with a full stream of water gushing from a
Category

19th Century American Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Wing Chair Queen Ann Philadelphia Trifid Feet Carved Shell Knees, circa 1770
By Philadelphia Museum
Located in Allentown, PA
Wing chair Queen Ann Philadelphia Trifid feet carved shell knees, circa 1770.
Category

1750s American Queen Anne Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Walnut

Pair of American Empire sidechairs
By Philadelphia Museum
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of mahogany,Philadelphia region, empire sidechairs with exceptional needlepoint seats
Category

19th Century American Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Mahogany

Flat Wall Cupboard Two-Piece Salomon Fancy Paint Decoration, circa 1800
By Philadelphia Museum
Located in Allentown, PA
Flat wall cupboard two-piece Salomon fancy paint decoration, circa 1800. In two part construction two doors over two drawers standing on French bracket feet original fancy grained p...
Category

Early 1800s American Folk Art Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Poplar

Pair Philadelphia Brass Andirons
Located in Woodbury, CT
columns, set on arched and collared cabriole legs ending in large penny feet. Philadelphia, circa 1800-10.
Category

19th Century American Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Brass, Steel

SIX Philadelphia Klismos Dining Chairs
By Anthony Gabriel Quervelle
Located in Woodbury, CT
seats in mint condition. Attributed to Antoine Gabriel Quervelle, French trained Philadelphian furniture
Category

Early 19th Century American American Classical Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Padouk

Pair Philadelphia Chippendale Brass Andirons
Located in Woodbury, CT
columnar form having urn form finials. Completely original. Philadelphia, circa 1785-1800.
Category

18th Century and Earlier American Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antonio Jacobsen s "S.S. Philadelphia 1913"
By Antonio Jacobsen
Located in New York, NY
Antonio Jacobsen (1850 - 1921) S.S. Philadelphia 1913 Oil on board. Framed: 26" x 40." Signed
Category

Early 20th Century Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Board

1920s Philadelphia Church Terracotta Angel Plaque
Located in New York, NY
. Provenance: Philadelphia Transfiguration of Our Lord Church, founded in 1905, built in 1928.
Category

1920s American Art Deco Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Terracotta

Philadelphia Gold Leaf Looking Glass, circa 1825
Located in Philadelphia, PA
mirror. Very good strong lines. Mirror is wonderfully crazed but still highly reflective, Philadelphia
Category

1820s American Federal Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Gold Leaf

Diminutive Mahogany Work Table, Philadelphia, circa 1800
Located in Providence, RI
Furniture: the Federal Period, fig.423 (also shown below below). Although rather simple compared to
Category

Early 1800s American Sheraton Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Mahogany

Tailor s Iron Heater, Philadelphia, Late 1800
Located in New York, NY
One of a kind piece of equipment! The wood burning stove heats up the different shape/weight iron bases. The tailor could swap iron thanks to the interchangeable wooden handles.
Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Iron

Philadelphia Federal Walnut Slant Lid Desk
Located in New York, NY
Containing fitted interior cubby holes centering an inlaid prospect door all above the four cock beaded long drawers with contemporary stamped American eagle brasses with bale handle...
Category

18th Century and Earlier American Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Brass

Philadelphia circular flip top game/tea table
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Philadelphia circular flip top Cubus mahogany game/tea table on sqaure tappered molded legs, with
Category

18th Century and Earlier American Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Cut Tobacco Enterprise MFC Co. Philadelphia, USA
Located in Roma, IT
Taglia Tabacco Enterprise MFC Co. Philadelphia, USA in buono stato di conservazione montato su una
Category

1880s American Industrial Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Iron

Small Chippendale Chest, Philadelphia, circa 1780
Located in Providence, RI
is one of the finest Philadelphia bureaus we have handled. The wood is exceptional and of deep
Category

Late 18th Century American Chippendale Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Mahogany

Philadelphia Mahogany Four Drawer Low Chest
Located in New York, NY
With a shaped cornice molding above four graduated lipped drawers, the case sits on ogee bracket feet. The case is fit with fluted quarter columns between turned capitals. The seco...
Category

18th Century and Earlier American Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Brass

Philadelphia Chippendale Figured Mahogany Chest Of Drawers
Located in Free Union, VA
A beautifully proportioned four drawer chest of drawers, ca. 1770-1780, of versatile small size, with fluted quarter corner columns resting on ogee bracket feet. The timber of the dr...
Category

Late 18th Century American Chippendale Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Brass

Philadelphia Mahogany Queen-Anne Dish-Top Birdcage Candlestand
Located in Woodbury, CT
Philadelphia Queen-Anne mahogany dish-top tilt-top birdcage candlestand, the circular top with
Category

1770s American Queen Anne Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Mahogany

American (Philadelphia) Mahogany Pembroke Table with Marlborough Feet
Located in Free Union, VA
; attributed by Philip Bradley to Philadelphia, PA, ca. 1790. H: 28 ¾ W: closed- 21 ½ W: open- 40 ¼ D: 31 ⅝
Category

Late 18th Century American Federal Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Mahogany

American Philadelphia Centennial Glass Bust of William Shakespeare
By Gillinder Sons
Located in Brooklyn, NY
American Philadelphia Centennial frosted colorless pressed and acid-etched glass bust of William
Category

1870s American Victorian Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Glass

Queen Anne Carved Walnut Side Chair, Philadelphia, circa 1750
Located in Allentown, PA
in walnut and mahogany, this pattern was relatively uncommon in Philadelphia seating furniture in the
Category

1750s American Queen Anne Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Walnut

Am. Gas Chandelier by Cornelius Co. of Philadelphia
By Cornelius Co.
Located in Long Island, NY
 century American Rococo Revival gas chandelier, by Cornelius & Co of Philadelphia, they were the premier
Category

19th Century American Victorian Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Brass

18th Century Philadelphia Ladder Back Armchair Turned Stretcher, 1760
Located in Allentown, PA
18th century Philadelphia ladder back armchair turned stretcher, 1760.
Category

Mid-18th Century American American Colonial Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Ash

Monumental Pedestal Classical Mahogany Dining Room Table, Philadelphia
Located in Providence, RI
This is a large scale table, which can be used in a variety of forms. Together, it makes a large scale pedestal dining table; apart, the two component table can function as square ta...
Category

1830s American American Classical Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Mahogany

American Federal Philadelphia Brass Andirons Faceted Acorn Top
Located in Wells, ME
American Federal Philadelphia cast brass faceted acorn top large andirons. The motif of faceting is
Category

Late 18th Century American Federal Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Antique Patchwork “Philadelphia Pavement Variation” Cotton Quilt, USA, 1880s
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
USA, 1880s “Philadelphia Pavement Variation” antique quilt. Measures: H 204 x W 200 cm.
Category

1880s American Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Cotton

Neoclassical Marble-Top Mahogany Pier Table, Coxe Family, Philadelphia
Located in Andover, MA
A Philadelphia Empire crotch mahogany veneered marble-top pier table with carved paint and gilt
Category

1820s American Neoclassical Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Bronze

Matthew Albert Lotter 18th Century Map of Philadelphia
By Matthew Albert Lotter
Located in Southfield, MI
A superb, and rarely found original copperplate colored and engraved map of Philadelphia made in
Category

1770s German George III Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Carved Mahogany Card Table with Oversized Lyre, Philadelphia
Located in Providence, RI
This is a truly exceptional card table in many ways. The lyre is quite a bit larger than ordinarily seen and is developed, with respect to carving, a tad more than other examples: se...
Category

1810s American American Classical Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Mahogany

Giltwood Girandole Mirror with Seahorse and Dolphins, Probably Philadelphia
Located in Providence, RI
is seen on much classical furniture in our collection (see classical card table and classical
Category

Early 19th Century American American Classical Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Giltwood

Philadelphia 18th Century Chippendale Ball Claw Foot Wing Chair
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Allentown, PA
Philadelphia Chippendale carved mahogany easy chair, 1760-1780, having a canted back with slightly
Category

18th Century American American Colonial Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Mahogany

Classical Mahogany Settee, Brass Inlay, Dolphin Feet, Philadelphia, 1825
Located in Providence, RI
This settee is an absolute knockout. It is a tour de force of the classical motifs of the day, hand-carved and fully embellished. Starting from the top, note the beautiful carved scr...
Category

19th Century American American Classical Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Brass

Small Hepplewhite Inlaid Mahogany Wing Chair, Philadelphia, Israel Sack
Located in Providence, RI
This is a fine, comfortable small-scale wing chair, with Classic Philadelphia wings and outward
Category

1780s North American Hepplewhite Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Mahogany

Fine Chippendale, Federal Mahogany Camelback Sofa, Philadelphia, circa 1780-1800
Located in Providence, RI
Colony/State of Philadelphia, but then again, that’s the reputation Philadelphia furniture has always had
Category

Late 18th Century American Chippendale Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Mahogany

Fine Queen Anne Walnut Parcel-Gilt Mirror, Philadelphia, circa 1760
Located in Providence, RI
Kindig, Jr., probably Philadelphia, circa 1760. This mirror is composed of beautifully aged walnut
Category

1760s American Queen Anne Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Giltwood, Walnut

Federal Mahogany Hepplewhite Two-Part Banquet Table, Probably Philadelphia
Located in Providence, RI
This table is in fabulous condition throughout and is composed of magnificent solid unjoined mahogany boards exhibiting striking ribboned or figured mahogany. The top board of the ta...
Category

Early 19th Century American Hepplewhite Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Mahogany

Classical Mahogany Lyre Worktable, Philadelphia, Original Glass Pulls circa 1820
Located in Providence, RI
This worktable relates to a group of lyre work tables produced primarily in Philadelphia. One
Category

1820s American Neoclassical Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Mahogany

Lowboy with Shell, Claw and Ball Feet, Philadelphia, circa 1740
Located in Providence, RI
and earlier, possibly 1740. Unlike many Philadelphia lowboys, which are over the top as far as
Category

1740s American Queen Anne Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Mahogany

Wing Chair Chippendale Philadelphia Serpentine Front Marlboro Feet, circa 1770
Located in Allentown, PA
Wing chair Chippendale Philadelphia serpentine front Marlboro feet, circa 1770.
Category

Mid-18th Century American Chippendale Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Mahogany

Highboy Walnut Queen Ann Carved Shell Philadelphia, circa 1740
Located in Allentown, PA
Highboy walnut Queen Ann carved shell Philadelphia, circa 1740. Flat top with fine moldings on a
Category

1740s American American Colonial Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Walnut

William Mary Ring and Vase Turned Stretcher Base Dressing Table Philadelphia
Located in Allentown, PA
William & Mary ring and vase turned stretcher base dressing table Philadelphia, circa 1740.
Category

1740s American American Colonial Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Walnut

Fine Walnut Queen Anne Lowboy with Stocking Feet Philadelphia, circa 1760
Located in Providence, RI
traditional good Philadelphia work. The top has a noticeable overhang and the sides have a sculpted drop
Category

1760s American Queen Anne Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Mahogany

Walnut Dish Top Tilt-Top Candle Stand, Philadelphia, circa 1760
Located in Providence, RI
This small tilt-top is an early one, evidenced by its walnut wood choice. It has the desirable dish top and nicely formed cabriole legs. The central support is a traditional baluster...
Category

1760s American Chippendale Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Walnut

The Baron Steigel Chippendale Carved Mahogany Highboy, Philadelphia, circa 1755
Located in Providence, RI
directly in the family, until acquired in the late 30s by the dean of Philadelphia furniture, Joseph Kindig
Category

Mid-18th Century Chippendale Antique Furniture Philadelphia

Materials

Mahogany

  • 1
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Antique Furniture Philadelphia", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Antique Furniture Philadelphia For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique furniture philadelphia you’re looking for at 1stDibs. An antique furniture philadelphia — often made from wood, mahogany and metal — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the antique furniture philadelphia you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique furniture philadelphia, designed in the Neoclassical, Victorian or Industrial style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one antique furniture philadelphia that is appealing in its simplicity, but J.E. Caldwell Co., John Fries and Philadelphia Manufacturing Company produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Furniture Philadelphia?

Prices for an antique furniture philadelphia start at $30 and top out at $575,000 with the average selling for $6,500.
Questions About Antique Furniture Philadelphia
  • 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
  • PAGODA RED
    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.