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Old Umbrella Stand in Silver and Gold
Located in Madrid, ES
French XIX century umbrella stand in silvered and gilded brass. Excellent condition. Measurements: 56 cm height
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1880s French Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
Antique 20th C Handmade Crocodile Travel Overnight Suitcase
Located in Leuven , BE
Antique early-20th century British made crocodile overnight travel case, with original cotton lining and small document holder on the inside. The case is oozing style and elegance, t...
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19th Century British Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Leather
Anglo-Indian 19th Century Two-Toned Geometric Front Mahogany Coffer on Base
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Anglo-Indian geometric front mahogany coffer on base from the 19th century, with lift top, carved panels, two drawers, cabriole legs and lateral handles. Hand-crafted during the 1...
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19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Metal
Trunk Steamer Overseas Travel Leather Nickel USA Original Interior 82cm 32" long
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
A fine large 19th century, thick, high quality leather overseas travelling trunk with reinforced exposed straps, handles and chrome hardware stamped USA with internal locking mechani...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Nickel
Trunk Chest Canvas Brass Lock Original White Lining Southern Railway DoverPriory
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
A characterful 19th century, domed, overseas, travelling, steamer, trunk in canvass with leather trim, handles and brass hardware with lock. No key. The exposed straps removed. Beari...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Leather, Canvas
Trunk Metal Chest Black Painted J E Holmes Volunteer Artillery 431/2" 110cm long
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Long black metal trunk, bearing brass label inscribed 'J E Holmes Esq, Volunteer Artillery'. Metal carrying handles. Locks no keys. Wonderful deep and rich patina reflecting their hi...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Metal
19th Century French Iron Safe
Located in High Point, NC
Originally used as a safe or strong-box, this antique iron trunk remains a trustworthy vault for treasured possessions. Made in 19th century France, the surface of the metal has aged...
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19th Century French Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Iron
19th Century Wood and Metal Steamer Trunk with Leather Edges
Located in Van Nuys, CA
19th Century Wood and Metal Steamer Trunk with Leather Edges, the trunk has been repainted and repaired.
Category
1890s American Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Metal
$780 Sale Price
35% Off
Four Tie-Backs with Antique Gilt Wooden Friezes
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Many customers asked me for ancient tie-backs: so I tought of recovering ancient friezes (in wood or metal) and fitting them suitable as coat hangers. They are functional and beautif...
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Early 19th Century French Beaux Arts Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Fruitwood
$1,136 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Antique Grain Trunk, c1800, FR-0049
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Antique Grain trunk, c.1800 Very Cool hardware and detailing. Large sized. Good Condition. Wonderful character and paint
Item #: FR-0049
Dimensions: 38.25”W x 25.5”D x 27.5”H.
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18th Century French French Provincial Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Iron
Early 18th Century Spanish Trunk
Located in New York, NY
Handmade Spanish trunk with original lock and patina. Forged iron hardware.
Category
Early 18th Century Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Iron
Antique Scandinavian Round Storage Box “Tejne” Decorated Pine, Late 19th Century
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Large Antique Scandinavian storage box made from wood, made in the last half of 1800. It's most likely from Sweden or Denmark.
It's a so called "Tejne" made for storing and transp...
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Late 19th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Wood
Chinese 18th Ctr. Qing Dynasty Book Chest
Located in Kastrup, DK
18th Century book chest in red lacquer.
The top lifts up to reveal an open interior storage compartment. Front with a pair of doors with fillings made of natural wicker. In between ...
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Late 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Metal
Vintage Boho Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A spectacular vintage Boho Steamer trunk. Made by the prestigious Louis Vuitton group. All over patina from time and use. This is a well loved trunk! Marked on the lock. Three interi...
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Early 20th Century French Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Leather, Wood
Early 20th Century Antique Painted Indian Rolling Merchant
s Chest Trunk
Located in Lafayette, IN
Wonderful early 20th century merchants chest/trunk. Chest features solid wood construction, ornately carved decoration, iron hardware, and wheels. Cabinet has been fully painted in b...
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Early 20th Century Indian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Iron
$1,200 Sale Price
65% Off
18th Century Spanish Leather Trunk with Large Studded Nailhead Decoration
Located in Dallas, TX
A fantastic Spanish trunk with an angular dome top, the wood has been covered in leather on all sides except the back. The deep chocolate color leather has been affixed with various ...
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18th Century Spanish Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Iron
Vintage Early 20th Century Vanity Set in Original Leather Case
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An early 20th century vanity set. Including sewing items, clothes brushes, perfume bottles, a vanity mirror, pedicure set, nail buffer and more. All original components complete. Exc...
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Early 20th Century English Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Leather, Bakelite
Spanish Folk Art Travel Chest or Steamer Trunk
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Spanish Folk Art travel chest or steamer trunk,
A very useful decorative travel trunk, the Trunk is decorated with a small painted floral decoration, decorative metal corner ba...
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Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Wood
Antique 19th Century Anglo-Indian Haveli Trunk with Iron-Clad Fittings
Located in Casteren, NL
A mid-19th century, Anglo-Indian Trunk with original ribbed iron fittings.
The trunk or chest is made in solid teak wood and richly decorated with hammered and forged iron strappin...
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Mid-19th Century Indian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Steel
$4,970 Sale Price
20% Off
Exceptional French 17th Century Marriage Trunk
Located in Round Top, TX
An exceptional 17th century Marriage Trunk - Malle - from the Provence region of France. Soundly constructed from wood and clad in leather. Beautifully decorated with bronze nail hea...
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17th Century French Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Leather
French Leather Trunk with Original Train Labels Paris to Chantilly, Late 19th C
Located in Labrit, Landes
French antique trunk, made of wicker, coated canvas, and with leather belts. Two train labels from a journey from Paris to Chantilly (city known for her castel and her royal stables)...
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wicker, Wood
$1,031 Sale Price
55% Off
Antique Luis Vuitton Steamer/ Wardrobe Trunk for Restoration
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic age of Travel Luis Vuitton Steamer trunk with the LV monogram and red and white bands. Monogrammed L.R.C., St. Louis MO U.S.A. With old Railway Express label. It opens to han...
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Early 20th Century French Hollywood Regency Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Wood
17th Century Italian Carved Cassone Trunk with Original Hardware
Located in Miami, FL
Place this elegant antique coffer at the foot of a king size bed. Crafted in Italy, circa 1680, the rectangular trunk stands on bracket feet. Heavily carved on all three sides with a...
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17th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Iron
19th Century Chinese Leather Trunk
Located in Dallas, TX
A 19th century Chinese lacquered leather trunk with bronze hardware and raised decoration. This decorative trunk has a beautiful old patina and is great for storage.
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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Bronze
Louis XVI Style Cut-Glass Travel Nécessaire by Boin Taburet, circa 1880
By Boin-Taburet
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
retailed small items of furniture and decorative objects of the very highest order, made by the leading
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Silver
Mid-19th Century French Oval Pigskin Leather Hat Box with Original Top Hat
Located in Dallas, TX
This exquisite, antique pigskin box was crafted in Rouen France, circa 1870. This leather box features leather straps and handle embellished with decorative brass nail heads, and the...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
19th C. English Carved-Wood Blanket Chest w/Full Lower Drawer
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English carved oak trunk with bottom drawer, circa 1820-50's. This antique trunk from England features an exquisitely hand-carved front facade with geometric shaped panels, and ad...
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19th Century European Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Oak
19th Century Swedish Mid-Sized Iron Trunk Safe with Locks and Key
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish iron safe from the 19th century. This antique Swedish rectangular-shaped iron safe features three chunky padlocks which dangle open from the front top (note that these cann...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Metal, Iron
Indonesian 19th Century Wooden Trunk with Partially Removable Top and Iron Studs
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Indonesian wooden trunk from the 19th century with iron accents, partially removable top and weathered patina. Created in Indonesia during the 19th century, this wooden tr...
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19th Century Indonesian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Iron
Colonial Hand-Carved Wooden Box with Lid on Top
Located in Marbella, ES
Colonial hand-carved wooden box with lid on top.
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19th Century Asian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Wood
Colonial Hand-Carved Wooden Box with Lid on Top
Located in Marbella, ES
Colonial Hand-Carved wooden box with lid on top.
Category
19th Century Asian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Wood
French Fitted Gentleman’s Travelling Dressing Case, in Leather
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
French fitted gentleman’s travelling dressing case, in leather.
A superb piece, this is definitely one for the Gentleman that thinks he has everything
The case is in Black leath...
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Late 19th Century French Provincial Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Leather
Italian 17th Century Coffre Forte, Strong Box
Located in Round Top, TX
An exceptional 17th century Coffre Forte - Strong Box from the Lombardy area of Italy. Expertly crafted from iron with side handles, iron strapping and nail head detailing. Serves wo...
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Mid-17th Century Italian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Iron
Travelling Trunk By P.J. Botto
Co
Located in San Francisco, CA
Traveling trunk by P.J. Botto & Co., Louisville, Kentucky. Pine wood with metal straps, original fish shaped lock (non functional) & two shelf inserts. C. 1890
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Metal
Ferrari Suitcase Set Manufactured by Schedoni in Black Leather and Aluminum
Located in Marbella, ES
Ferrari suitcase set manufactured by Schedoni in black leather and aluminum
Brand New with Original Cases.
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Aluminum
19th Century Peruvian Stitched Leather Suitcase
Located in Marbella, ES
19th Century Peruvian leather suitcase with decorative stitching.
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Mid-19th Century Peruvian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Leather
Mongolian Painted Trunk
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully painted Mongolian wooden chest of the 19th century. This is a wonderful example exhibiting the art work in the region. Large hand made hand decorated Mongolian painted ...
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Late 19th Century Mongolian Tibetan Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Wood, Poplar
$3,600
Studded Leather Travel Chest
Located in Greenwich, CT
Very fine early 18th century leather travel chest or trunk in beautiful brass and iron studded Spanish leather, having elaborate geometric floral design, the slightly domed top with ...
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Early 1700s Spanish Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Leather
$12,900
Large Antique Suitcase, English, Leather, Gentleman
s Travelling Case, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large antique suitcase. An English, leather and brass gentleman's travelling case by Tom Hill - Sloane Street, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.
Of superb size...
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Early 20th Century British Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Leather
19th Century Travel Trunk by Innovation, , , great size 25 x 25 x25
By Innovation
Located in Buffalo, NY
19th century travel trunk by Innovation
Innovation is a well known American company which specialised in luxury travel wardrobes and suitcases, they had a shop on Les Champs Elysées...
Category
Early 1900s North American Industrial Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Metal
Amazing Highly Carved 19th Century French Trunk
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Gorgeous highly carved oak trunk featuring rich Renaissance figures with lots of floral and leaf motifs. The top opens to reveal plenty of storage, while closed it may be used as a ...
Category
1860s French Renaissance Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Oak
Handsome Rustic Chestnut Antique French Trunk
Located in Hopewell, NJ
If you love European rustic, this French chestnut trunk is a real find. From the Normandy region of France, this trunk dates form the 19th century and was traditionally used to store...
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1880s French Rustic Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Chestnut
18th Century Italian Carved Cassone Trunk with Inside Carved Raised Panel
Located in Miami, FL
Antique carved walnut cassone coffer on paw feet from Spain, circa 1880.
Very versatile as well: Could be used as a seating bench, or an entry piece or at the foot of a bed. Both s...
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Late 18th Century Italian Gothic Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Walnut
19th C. American Historical Leather Travel Trunk Sage
s Trunk Depot Boston, Ma.
Located in Rochester, NY
A large 19th century American brass riveted leather travel trunk in nicely aged original surface color patina to leather and brass. Ink stamped at both sides with owners name - Mrs. ...
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19th Century American Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
1910 Leather Suitcase
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1910 English leather suitcase by Walker and Hall.
Category
1910s Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Leather
Original Antique Fully Stamped Army
Navy Cls Steamer Campaign Trunk Zinc Lined
By Army
Navy CSL
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this original circa 1880-1900 Army & Navy CLS, zinc linen steamer trunk
This is a very well made example of a steamer trunk designed for luxury ...
Category
1880s British Late Victorian Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Steel, Iron
Superb Quality French Canvas and Leather Suit Case
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Superb quality French canvas and leather suit case.
This is a very fine quality piece it is in good condition with no tears or major blemishes, it is in black canvas with leathe...
Category
Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Canvas
Antique 18th Century German Baroque Painted Walnut Iron Coffer Chest Trunk 1784
Located in Portland, OR
Antique German Baroque dome top painted walnut sea chest, dated 1784.
The chest having a hinged dome top with iron strapping, the interior of the lid having hand-forged strap hinges ...
Category
1780s German Baroque Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Iron
Exceptional English Antique Leather Trunk with Crocodile Skin Top
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Beautiful trunk in Leather and Crocodile skin,
England, early 20th century,
nicely restored with great, stunning patina, brown leather trimming
and brass locks and clasps, corners.
Category
Early 20th Century English Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Leather
19th C Paint Decorated Pennsylvania Blanket Chest
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th c paint decorated Pennsylvania blanket chest (Lancaster County)
The blanket chest is dovetailed case and has original bracket feet. Original button box interior and paint, chest...
Category
19th Century American Country Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Wood
$3,116 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique circa 1900 Hand Carved Chinese Camphor Wood Travelling Trunk Nice Finish
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very nice circa 1900’s Chinese export Camphor wood travelling chest which has been ornately carved throughout
A good looking and well made...
Category
Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Wood
Vintage Louis Vuitton Cabin Trunk with Original Monogram
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
A Louis Vuitton Cabin Trunk
Constructed in wood and monogrammed canvas and edged with brass guards, triple hinged, opening to reveal a tan leather lined interior, one side fitted wi...
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
Early 19th Century Chinese Decorated Blue Leather Covered Wood Trunk
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Decorated blue leather covered camphor wood trunk, bound with brass and mounted with cast brass bail handles.
China, made for the Western Trade, circa 1825.
Category
1820s Chinese Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
$2,000 Sale Price
31% Off
Chinese Early 20th Century Lacquered Trunk with Brass Hardware and Removable Top
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese lacquered wood trunk from the early 20th century, with brass hardware and removable top. Created in China during the early years of the 20th century, this trunk is covered ...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
Handmade Leather Mexican Carrying Case, C.1900-1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
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An all leather handmade carrying case from Mexico with incised leather on both sides and intact leather strap. The leather strap is woven through both the cover and the inne...
Category
Early 20th Century Mexican Folk Art Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Leather
$100 Sale Price
46% Off
French 18th Century Leather Trunk
Located in Round Top, TX
A wonderful mid-18th century leather clad trunk - coffee from the South of France. Fabulous patina.
Category
18th Century French Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Leather
Italian 19th Century Renaissance St. Leather Trunk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome and extremely decorative Italian 19th century Renaissance st. leather trunk. The trunk is raised by elegant scalloped shaped supports and displays a stunning array of most...
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19th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Furniture Trunks
Materials
Brass
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Antique Furniture Trunks For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of antique furniture trunks is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct antique furniture trunks — often made from wood, metal and animal skin — can elevate any home. Antique furniture trunks have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique furniture trunks made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Industrial — are very popular at 1stDibs. Antique furniture trunks have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Louis Vuitton, Goyard and Hartmann Trunk Company are consistently popular.
Finding the Right Trunks-luggage for You
Add a charming piece of travel history to your space. Antique and vintage trunks and luggage can make a statement as decorative accents and practical furnishings in nearly every room of your home.
There have been many types of trunks and luggage over the years, with availability of these wares broadening as train travel expanded during the 19th century. Antique steamer trunks — named for their use on steamships — mostly date from around 1880 to 1920. These pieces of luggage fit a steamship’s luggage size regulations and essentially doubled as wardrobes, ensuring that a traveler’s evening dresses and suits were kept wrinkle-free on a journey from city to city.
In 1858, French luxury brand Louis Vuitton introduced the world to the now-iconic Louis Vuitton trunks. During this early period of railroad travel, Louis Vuitton trunks solved common travel problems. Instead of the traditional round shape, these handcrafted rectangular trunks stored better on trains. To discourage burglars, the French craftsman and his son, Georges, also eventually patented a revolutionary sophisticated lock for the trunks. The famous LV monogram was first used in 1896 as part of an initiative by Georges to prevent counterfeiting of his coveted travel trunks.
Even if no longer used for travel, the vintage luggage is a popular item among collectors for its historical value and charm. At home, an old wood trunk is a durable storage solution as much as it is a versatile surface. It’s a coffee table in the living room of your farmhouse-style home or rustic loft apartment and a nightstand or blanket chest at the foot of your bed in your bedroom.
From Victorian trunks to Art Deco traveling jewelry cases, journey through history today with an extensive collection of antique trunk suitcases and vintage luggage on 1stDibs.
Questions About Antique Furniture Trunks
- 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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, 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.
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