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Biedermeier Commode, Cherry Veneer, Ebonized, South Germany, circa 1830
Located in Regensburg, DE
, circa 1830. Cherry wood veneer on softwood and solid wood. Standing on low square legs. Ebony key
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1830s Biedermeier Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Iron

An Unusual George I Period Walnut-Veneered Cabinet on Chest
Located in Harrodsburg, KY
, and outstanding color and patina. The book-matched veneers on the door feature extraordinary figuring
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Early 18th Century English George I Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Walnut

Biedermeier Bookcase, Cherry Veneer, South Germany circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
Elegant straight-lined Biedermeier Bookcase or Display Cabinet in cherry veneer from South Germany
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1820s German Biedermeier Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Brass

20th Century Italian Modern Veneered Walnut Table - Vintage Center Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
veneered Walnut in good condition. The center table is supported by a sculptural leg, resting on a round
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Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Walnut

Double wing entrance door, veneered in walnut wood, Tuscany (Italy)
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
and also veneered in precious walnut wood, complete with knockers and irons, original from the 17th
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18th Century Italian Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Walnut

Fine Large Example Of A Kingwood Oyster Veneer Coffre Fort
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A superb early 18th century kingwood oyster veneered coffre fort with fine gilt brass metal work
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Early 18th Century European Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Brass

19th-Century Biedermeier Mahogany Wood and Veneer Linen Press
Located in Opole, PL
19th-Century Biedermeier Mahogany Wood and Veneer Linen Press Furniture made of mahogany wood and
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Early 19th Century European Biedermeier Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Mahogany

George II Period Kingwood Veneered Lowboy
Located in Harrodsburg, KY
An unusual lowboy raised on four cabriole legs ending in hoof feet. The shaped top is veneered in a
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Mid-18th Century English George II Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Elm, Kingwood

Chest Blanket Swedish Elm Veneer, 18th Century, Sweden
Located in New York, NY
Chest blanket Swedish elm veneer, 18th century, Sweden. A stunning blanket chest made during the
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18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Elm

French Neoclassic Walnut Veneer Brass Inkwell, 2nd quarter 19th century
Located in Atlanta, GA
the inkwell covered in walnut veneer and trimmed in brass, featuring lion masks at the sides and
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1830s French Neoclassical Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Brass

Round Art Deco coffee table in burl veneer, France ca. 1920
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1920 / coffee table / burl veneer, wood / Art Deco / Modernist Beautiful circular burl
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Burl

19th Century Original Biedermeier Sewing Table circa 1835 with Mahogany Veneer
Located in Berlin, DE
Mahogany on massive pine. Curved cover plate on column shaft ending in four curly feet.
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19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Furniture Veneer

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Mahogany

Louis Philippe Walnut Wood Veneer Dressing Table, Late 19th Century
Located in Opole, PL
Louis Philippe Walnut Wood & Veneer Dressing Table, Late 19th Century Step into timeless elegance
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Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Walnut, Glass, Wood

Antique Biedermeier Secretary shelve circa 1810 Cuba Mahogany veneer
Located in Berlin, DE
High-quality Cuba mahogany on solid oak . Rectangular body on pointed legs. Provided with three drawers . Straight writing tablet, behind it architectural interior with 5 columns. Se...
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19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Mahogany

Biedermeier Dressing Table, Walnut Veneer, South Germany circa 1830
Located in Regensburg, DE
1830 Walnut veneered on softwood and walnut solid wood. Mirror can be raised in the middle and can be
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19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Brass

Continental Pine Cone Veneer Cabinet
Located in Queens, NY
Rustic Continental (probably French late 19th Century) pine cone decorated veneer cabinet with 2
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Late 19th Century European Rustic Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Pine

George I Mulberry Veneered Cabinet
Located in London, GB
veneered walnut doors reveal a fine fitted interior which is also beautiful veneered, including a number of
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Early 18th Century European George I Antique Furniture Veneer

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Walnut

Oyster Veneer Mid 18th Century Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
sympathetically re-veneered and has had the handles replaced. The chest itself is oak, and is dated to
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1740s British Antique Furniture Veneer

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Brass

Small Biedermeier Wall Mirror, Cherry Veneer, South Germany, circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
Small Biedermeier mirror in cherry veneer and solid wood from South Germany about 1820. Lightly
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Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Metal

Early 18th Century Burl Walnut Veneered Bureau Cabinet
Located in Kastrup, DK
Early 18th century burl walnut veneered bureau cabinet. The upper section with swan neck top over
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Early 18th Century European Baroque Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Empire Octagonal Sail Table in Walnut with Precious Wood Veneer, Milan, Early 19
Located in Atlanta, GA
century, showcasing the elegance and refinement of Italian design. The octagonal top is richly veneered in
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Furniture Veneer

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Walnut

Pair of American Empire Crotch Mahogany Veneer Upholstered Window Seats
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of American Empire (circa 1840) window seats with crotch mahogany veneer frames, lyre-shaped
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19th Century American American Empire Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Satin, Upholstery, Wood, Mahogany

19th Century antique Biedermeier Corner Cupboard Cuba Mahogany Veneer
Located in Berlin, DE
Cuba mahogany on pinewood. Straight casted two-door body on profile-framed base. Slightly protruding top plate. Recessed, one-Lane grille-glazed top, flanked by adjusted columns with...
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19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Furniture Veneer

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Mahogany

Antique Elegant Wilhelminian Era Vitrine, circa 1880 Mahogany veneer
Located in Berlin, DE
High-rectangular body on pressed ball feet. Above open, flanked by three-quarter carved columns. Including two fully carved doors. The wardrobe was once a showcase, converted into...
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19th Century German Victorian Antique Furniture Veneer

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Mahogany

19th century, French Louis XV style Veneered Wood Sideboard
Located in IT
19th century, French Louis XV style Veneered Wood Sideboard This refined and elegant sideboard was
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Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Antique Furniture Veneer

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Marble, Bronze

Art Deco square side table in oak veneer, France ca. 1925
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1925 / side table / oak veneer, metal / Art Deco Beautiful oak veneer and metal side or
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Metal

English Georgian Walnut Patched Veneer Cellarette on Stand.
Located in Vero Beach, FL
English Georgian Walnut Patched Veneer Cellarette on Stand. Classic elegant English cellarette
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19th Century English George III Antique Furniture Veneer

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Walnut

18th Century, Italian Inlaid And Veneered Chest Of Drawers
Located in IT
Inlaid and Veneered Chest ofDrawers, Piedmont, Mid-18th Century This elegant chest of drawers was
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Mid-18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Wood

Antique Empire Revival Coffee Table, 19th Century, Mahogany Walnut Veneer
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
anchoring a living room with historical character. The table is crafted in walnut veneer with a warm patina
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Mid-19th Century French Empire Revival Antique Furniture Veneer

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Glass, Mahogany, Walnut

Oval Biedermeier Side Table with Drawer, Walnut Veneer, South Germany circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
Elegant oval Biedermeier Side Table from South Germany around 1820. Walnut veneer on softwood. Book
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1820s German Biedermeier Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Brass

Victorian Cabinet from the 19th Century Veneered with Walnut
Located in Opole, PL
We present you a small cabinet covered with walnut veneer, circa Third quarter of the 19th century
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Brass

19th Century Elegant Mahogany-Veneered Console Table
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Very Elegant Mahogany-Veneered Console Table A refined and elegant console, veneered in mahogany
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1820s German Biedermeier Antique Furniture Veneer

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Mahogany

Fine William And Mary Oyster Veneer Cabinet On Chest
Located in Bradenton, FL
A very fine quality late 17th century Oyster veneer cabinet on chest from the Queen Anne/William
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Early 18th Century English William and Mary Antique Furniture Veneer

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Olive

19th Century German Biedermeier Veneered Walnut Side Table, Antique Corner Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
veneered Walnut, in very good condition. The small round detailed occasional table is composed with one
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Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Furniture Veneer

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Walnut

19th Century Cabinet / cupboard in antique Empire Style Mahogany Veneer
Located in Berlin, DE
Mahogany on solid wood. High-arched, architecturally designed corpus, single-door base, open-sided shelf, flanked by columns with capitals and bases of finely chiselled bronze, sligh...
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19th Century French Empire Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Mahogany

Biedermeier Shovel Chair, Cherry Veneer, South Germany circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
Biedermeier Shovel Chair, Cherry Veneer, South Germany circa 1820. Cherry veneered and solid
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1820s German Biedermeier Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Bouclé, Cherry

Biedermeier Secretaire, Cherry Veneer, Mahogany, South Germany circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
, early 19th century. Cherry wood book-matched veneered on softwood and cherry solid wood, partly
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Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Furniture Veneer

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Cherry, Softwood

19th-Century Mahogany Wood Veneer Card Table / Console Table
Located in Opole, PL
19th-Century Mahogany Wood & Veneer Card Table / Console Table This table is made of mahogany wood
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Late 19th Century European Antique Furniture Veneer

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Wood, Mahogany

19th Century antique Original Art Nouveau Commode Walnut veneer
Located in Berlin, DE
Solid wood with walnut veneer. High-rectangular body with a drawer and a door. Marble-top. A
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Late 19th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Furniture Veneer

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Walnut

20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Rectangular Veneered Mahogany Console Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, partly veneered Mahogany in good condition. The Parisian rectangular polished center table is supported
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Mahogany

French 19th Century Walnut Side Table with Quarter Veneer and Single Drawer
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French walnut side table from the 19th century, with quarter veneered top, protruding rounded
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19th Century French Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Walnut

Antique English Writing Box by George Betjemann Sons Veneered in Coromandel
By George Betjemann Sons
Located in Northampton, GB
FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING Exotic Coromandel Veneer From our Writing Box collection, we are
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Late 19th Century English High Victorian Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Brass

18th Century, Italian Baroque Veneering and Inlays Wood Commode
Located in IT
18th Century, Italian Baroque Veneering and Inlays Wood Commode This elegant and refined commode
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Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Wood

Louis XVI Side Table or Desk, Germany, 1780, Cherry Veneer with Inlays
Located in Leimen, DE
Louis XVI Side Table or Desk – Germany, 1780-1800, Cherry Veneer with Neoclassical Inlays Discover
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1780s German Louis XVI Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Cherry

Small Veneered Box With Brass Corner Mounts
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Rectangular box with a hinged lid, veneered throughout and fitted with brass corner mounts and an
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19th Century English Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Brass

Large Empire style pedestal table in Mahogany and Mahogany veneer
Located in Paris, FR
Very handsome Empire-style pedestal table in mahogany and superb ormolu mount after a model by Jacob-Desmalter, the circular top in verde antico marble surmounting a mahogany frieze ...
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1880s French Empire Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Mahogany

Five Drawer Biedermeier Chiffonier, Cherry Veneer, South Germany circa 1830
Located in Regensburg, DE
veneer from South Germany around 1830. Gorgeous, continuous and book-matched cherry veneer on softwood
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1830s Biedermeier Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Iron

19th Century German Biedermeier Veneered Mahogany Cabinet - Antique Secretary
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
crafted shellac polished, partly veneered Mahogany, in good condition. The bottom part of the secretary is
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Mid-19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Metal, Brass

Early 20th Century Baroque Round Table, Hand-Carved Walnut, Walnut Veneer Top
By Bassano s Ebanisteria
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1920s Baroque Revival round table in solid hand-carved walnut the great central leg, walnut veneer
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Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Revival Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Walnut

SECOND HALF OF THE 18th CENTURY LOUIS XVI VENEER WRITING TABLE
Located in Firenze, FI
Refined solid wood writing table with walnut veneer. The writing table is decorated with inlays on
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Late 18th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Cherry, Nutwood

18th century Louis XVI Writing Desk, cherry veneer, South Germany
Located in Belmont, MA
Rare Louis XVI writing desk, South German 1780, exquisite cherry and plum wood veneer on front back
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1780s German Louis XVI Antique Furniture Veneer

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Cherry

Rococo Revival Walnut Wood Veneer Sideboard/Buffet From 1850
Located in Opole, PL
Rococo Revival Walnut Wood & Veneer Sideboard/Buffet From 1850 A Rococo Revival style sideboard
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1850s European Rococo Revival Antique Furniture Veneer

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Mirror, Burl, Walnut

Biedermeier Cabinet, Walnut Veneer, Ebonized Columns, South Germany circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
. Walnut veneered on softwood. Doors inside counter veneered with oak. Ebonized full columns and key
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1820s German Biedermeier Antique Furniture Veneer

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Oak, Walnut, Softwood

Antique Louis XVI Side Table with Walnut Veneer and Marquetry Detailing
Located in Belmont, MA
in its meticulous detailing; walnut veneer and delicate band inlays adorn its surface, while a
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1780s German Louis XVI Antique Furniture Veneer

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Elm, Maple, Walnut

Italian 1780s Walnut Table with Quarter Veneer, Single Drawer and Cabriole Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian walnut quarter-veneered side table from the late 18th century, with single drawer and
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Furniture Veneer

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Walnut

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Walnut Veneer Parquetry Tea Caddy
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A 19th Century Antique English Victorian Ebonised Walnut Veneer Tea Caddy With Brass Handle &
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Brass

1790, French Louis XVI Cabinet – Mahogany Veneer with Brass Inlays
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Elegant Louis XVI style cabinet from France, crafted in mahogany veneer with refined brass inlays
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18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Furniture Veneer

Materials

Brass, Steel

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Antique Furniture Veneer For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic antique furniture veneer available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, walnut and metal, every antique furniture veneer was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer antique furniture veneer, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each antique furniture veneer bearing Louis XVI, Louis XV or Empire hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one antique furniture veneer that is appealing in its simplicity, but Poul Hundevad, Hundevad Co. and François Linke produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Furniture Veneer?

Prices for an antique furniture veneer can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $137 and can go as high as $15,675,000, while the average can fetch as much as $5,206.
Questions About Antique Furniture Veneer
  • 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 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 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 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 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.