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Small Regency mahogany sarcophagus shaped Cellarette
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Folkestone, GB
Gillows of Lancaster and London.
Category
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
$2,676 Sale Price
20% Off
Important William IV circa 1830 Pembroke Extending Table Exquisite Carved Timber
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Gillows based on the quality, timber and detail to the carving. Pembroke tables were a staple of any fine
Category
19th Century English William IV Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Pair of English Display Cabinets in the Renaissance Revival Style
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in London, GB
Pair of antique display cabinets, attributable to Gillows of Lancaster
Constructed in mahogany
Category
19th Century English Gothic Revival Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Marble, Brass
Early 19th Century Regency Mahogany Chiffonier
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Dublin 8, IE
panels with an outset moulded base. Stamped “Gillows of Lancaster”.
Category
1810s Irish Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Brass
Important Fully Restored Antique Victorian Bookcase Back Leather Top Kidney Desk
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
attributed to Gillow’s of Lancaster.
This is one of the finest desks I have ever owned, the design was
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Antique Regency 1810 Restored Brown Leather Chesterfield Armchair Reading Slope
By Chesterfield, Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Gillows chairs, if you google Regency Gillows armchair you will see what I mean. The look and feel is
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1810s English Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pugin Style Large Gothic Revival Oak
Burr Oak Bookcase with Corinthian Columns
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in London, GB
In the style of A W N Pugin probably made by Gillows.
A large cavernous good quality Gothic Revival
Category
1870s English Gothic Revival Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Oak
A Very Fine Regency Library Bookcase C1820s
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in London, GB
A Beautiful Mahogany Regency Library Bookcase
This bookcase is of Pure Quality with Concaved Sides and Brass Beading along the Frames
Dates C1820
Category
Early 19th Century European Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
$15,769 Sale Price
30% Off
Antique English Victorian Gothic Revival Arts
Crafts Oak Breakfront Bookcase
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Glasgow, GB
to Gillows of Lancaster. This super Arts & Crafts bookcase features crisply carved linenfold panels
Category
Late 19th Century English Gothic Revival Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Brass
Wilson Chilton’s mahogany Naval Architects/draughtsman box of curves/templates
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
by Gillows still retaining around 100 superb quality small and large shears, two of them inscribed
Category
19th Century English Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Georgian Wine Cooler and Pedestal Cabinet
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Greenwich, CT
Very fine George III mahogany and brass bound wine cooler on original pedestal cabinet, the cooler with original brass handles and other mounts standing on three-compartmented cabine...
Category
1780s English Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
George III Mahogany Lancashire Mule Chest
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Altrincham, GB
George III Mahogany Lancashire Mule Chest, the front modelled as a series of drawers, the lower three actual and all with brass drop handles, flanked by cluster column corners and ra...
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1760s English George III Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Very Rare Regency Hardwood Cellarette of Sarcophagus Form Raised on Turned Legs
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for auction this exceptionally rare Regency Mahogany Cellarette of Sarcophagus form in solid mahogany on turned legs
A very good looking and well-made pi...
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1810s English Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
19th Century Italian Specimen Pietra Dura Table Attributed To Giacomo Raffaelli
By Giacomo Raffaelli, Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in London, by appointment only
373 specimens, mounted on a beautifully designed and constructed base by Gillow.
Magnificent 19th
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Early 19th Century Italian Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Belgian Black Marbl...
$53,233 Sale Price
40% Off
Bruce Talbert, a Gothic Revival Tall Back Oak Chair with the Original Upholstery
By Bruce James Talbert, Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in London, GB
Bruce Talbert. Gillows. A rare and important Gothic Revival tall back oak chair with the original
Category
1870s English Gothic Revival Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Oak
Antique 19th Century Thomas Chippendale Hardwood Silver Tea Table Stamped Base
By Gillows of Lancaster
London, Thomas Chippendale
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
stamped to it of B3462, its a very Gillow's of Lancaster & London looking stamp, I haven't had time to
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Bruce Talbert Style, Aesthetic Movement Oak Dining Chair with Elongated Turnings
By Bruce James Talbert, Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in London, GB
Bruce Talbert in the style of. Probably made by Gillows of Lancaster.
A good quality Aesthetic
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1880s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Oak
Aesthetic Movement Oak Dining Table Designed as Two Fitted Together
By Gillows of Lancaster
London, Bruce James Talbert
Located in London, GB
new leaf made to your desired measurements.
They are probably made by Gillows of Lancaster, such good
Category
1890s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Oak
AWN Pugin, Six Gothic Revival Oak Dining Chairs Probably for the House of Lords
By Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin, Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in London, GB
A W N Pugin, made by Gillows of Lancaster. Stamped Gillows to the back legs.
A set of six Gothic
Category
Mid-19th Century English Gothic Revival Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Oak
Exquisite Liberty
s of London Burr Walnut Drinks Cabinet with Sliding Shelves
By Liberty of London, Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
& Co, most likely it was made by Gillow's given the style of locks and fittings
The top cupboard has
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Victorian Early 20th Century Brass
Iron Daybed Crib on Casters
By Thomas Sheraton, Holland
Sons, Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Bensalem, PA
Fully functional polished brass early 20th century crib with collapsing sides polished and restored feel free to reach out with any questions
Category
1910s English Early Victorian Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Brass, Iron
Regency Mahogany Partners Writing Table In The Manner Of George Smith
By George Smith
Located in Benington, Herts
Gillows designed furniture, producing items at the same time of conception to the Gillows design book
Category
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Howard and Sons. A high art Aesthetic Movement Walnut centre tea table
By Howard and Sons
Located in London, GB
Gillows of Lancaster and supplied furniture to the Savoy Hotel in London, receiving a number of Royal
Category
1870s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Pair of William IV Satinwood Bedside or Deception Tables
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
carpets, curtains and wallpapers in addition to making all sorts of furniture.
The name Gillows has
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1840s English William IV Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Satinwood
Victorian Marquetry Oval Table Attributed to Collinson and Lock, circa 1880
By Collinson
Lock
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
Gillows, but continued to produce furniture of this type for several years.
Ashford Black Marble is a
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Wood
Walnut Davenport Desk, England, 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
" because it was a captain with that surname who first ordered this Gillows of Lancaster furniture towards
Category
19th Century European Neoclassical Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Charles Bevan for Marsh
Jones. A Gothic Revival burr walnut Sutherland table
By Charles Bevan, Marsh, Jones
Cribb
Located in London, GB
alongside a number of other furniture manufacturers including Gillows, Holland & Son and J.P Seddon.
Category
1860s English Gothic Revival Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Walnut
A Fine Set of George III Three Drawer Nightstands W Priest Blackfriars 1790-1850
Located in Reading, Berkshire
as his own. The quality of cabinet craftsmanship is very much akin to the furniture greats of Gillows
Category
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Period Regency Davenport Desk 1815
Located in Potters Bar, GB
the famous English furniture maker Gillows of Lancaster in the late 18th century.
Please fire away
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18th Century Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Oak
Aesthetic Movement Mirrored Cabinet Attributed to Henry William Batley
By Henry William Batley
Located in Savannah, GA
probably made by Gillow & Co., an English furniture making firm based in Lancaster, Lancashire, and in
Category
1870s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Wood, Walnut
$3,615 Sale Price
47% Off
English Antique George III Three Drawer Bedside Tables By W Priest 1790s London
By W. Priest
Located in Reading, Berkshire
furniture greats of Gillows
Co.
Labels and stamps bearing the address 1 and 2 Tudor St, Blackfriars
Category
18th Century English Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
$7,700 Sale Price / set
40% Off
Very Rare Italian Hardwood Cylinder Bureau Bookcase Desk with Must See Pictures
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
this on Gillows of Lancaster furniture. This was constructed by a master craftsman, the quality of the
Category
1820s English Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Howard
Sons English Antique Army
Navy Stores Hand Crafted Chest of Drawers
By Howard and Sons
Located in Reading, Berkshire
upper class.They collaborated with Gillows of Lancaster. They supplied furniture to the Savoy Hotel in
Category
Early 20th Century British Country Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Brass
Portrait of Girls with a Cat - British Victorian Genre animal art oil painting
Located in Hagley, England
to the furniture makers, Gillow, Jackson and Graham. To further his career as an artist he moved to
Category
19th Century Realist Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Oil
Pair of English Burr Walnut Card Tables Attributed to Gillows of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in London, GB
A near pair of card tables firmly attributed to Gillows of Lancaster.
Designed in the Louis XV
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19th Century English Louis XV Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
Gillows Furniture and Furnishings Invoice, Dated 1874
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in New York, NY
A rare and interesting item. This 16 page ledger invoice is for the year 1874 and relates to work carried out at Flass House, a large mansion near the village of Maulds Meaburn, Cumb...
Category
1870s English Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Paper
Gillows Rosewood Library Table
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Northwich, GB
.
Gillows of Lancaster and London, also known as Gillow & Co., was an English furniture making firm based in
Category
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Nest of Three Mahogany Tables, by Waring and Gillow
By Waring
Gillow
Located in Northwich, GB
Gillows of Lancaster and London, also known as Gillow & Co., was an English furniture making firm based in
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Gillows Regency Demilune Commode Converted to a Cellarette
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Northwich, GB
Gillows of Lancaster and London, also known as Gillow & Co., was an English furniture making firm
Category
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Gillows Late 19th Century Aesthetic Movement Table
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Northwich, GB
, signed Gillows.
Gillows of Lancaster and London, also known as Gillow & Co., was an English furniture
Category
Mid-19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Yew
Gillows Design Georgian Mahogany Dressing Table
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Folkestone, Kent
table is almost identical to that illustrated in Lindsay Boynton's "Gillow Furniture Designs, 1760 -1800
Category
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
In the Manner of Gillows, A William IV Carved Mahogany Console Table
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Northwich, GB
over by Redmayne, Whiteside, and Ferguson; they continued to use the Gillow name. Gillows furniture was
Category
19th Century British William IV Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Gillows a Set of Six Regency Mahogany Dining Chairs
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Northwich, GB
rails.
Gillows of Lancaster and London, also known as Gillow & Co., was an English furniture making
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1810s English Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
William IV Fold Over Tea Table in the manner of Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Northwich, GB
furniture was a byword for quality, and other designers used Gillows to manufacture their furniture. Gillows
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1830s British Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Fine Gillow
Co Walnut Centre Table with an Octagonal Top and Lion Paw Feet
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Northwich, GB
Gillow & Co., was an English furniture making firm based in Lancaster, Lancashire, and in London. It was
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19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Gillows of Lancaster and London Ash Side Table, 19th Century
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Northwich, GB
date letter.
Gillows of Lancaster and London, also known as Gillow & Co., was an English furniture
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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Ash
George III Painted Armchair
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Darlington, GB
, see final image for a similar ‘new ballon back’ pattern armchair. (Lindsay Boynton, Gillow Furniture
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Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Beech
George III Mahogany Serpentine Commode Attributed to Gillows of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Knutsford, GB
. The design of this commode is shown in Lyndsay Boynton’s book “Gillows Furniture Designs from 1760
Category
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Gillows Magnificent and Rare Set of Mahogany Hall Chairs, circa 1790
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in New York, NY
, and is illustrated in Lindsay Boynton, Gillows Furniture designs 1760-1800, 1995, pl.255.
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1790s English Georgian Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Gillows of Lancaster walnut and thuya wood sideboard, England circa 1877
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Macclesfield, Cheshire
involves ebonized wood, carving and painted furniture. He was extremely involved in the design of Gillows
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1870s English Arts and Crafts Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Walnut
A Rare Regency Mahogany Deception Table
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire
of deception table (L. Boynton, (ed.), Gillow Furniture Designs 1760-1800, Royston, 1995, fig. 28
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Pair of Regency Screens Displaying Spy Cartoons of Gentlemen
By Sir Leslie Ward
Located in London, GB
made by the leading cabinet-making firm Gillows of Lancaster and London. Regency Gillows furniture
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1820s English Regency Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Paper, Mahogany
Waring and Gillows breakfront bookcase
By Waring
Gillow
Located in Salisbury, GB
Waring and Gillows breakfront bookcase
This Waring and Gillows breakfront bookcase was made circa
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1910s English Edwardian Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Mahogany Bookcase by Waring
Gillows
By Waring
Gillow
Located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, GB
An early 20th century mahogany Sheraton style bookcase by Waring & Gillows.
The bookcase has an
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Early 20th Century English Sheraton Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Waring
Gillows Mahogany Circular Dining Table
By Waring
Gillow
Located in Edinburgh, GB
. The table is stamped Waring & Gillows. The table is in the form of a drum table with four convex
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Early 1900s English Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Waring
Gillow Art Deco Display Cabinet
By Waring
Gillow
Located in Edenbridge, Kent
Original Art Deco
Waring & Gillow display cabinet
Streamline modern design
Walnut with
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Ebony, Walnut
A Gillows sofa table
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Miami, FL
A Gillows sofa table in mahogany signed Gillows Lancaster
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19th Century English Antique Gillows Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
$59,000
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Antique Gillows Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic piece of antique gillows furniture available at 1stDibs. An item from our selection of antique gillows furniture — often made from wood, mahogany and walnut — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of antique gillows furniture — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An object in our assortment of antique gillows furniture is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Regency, Victorian and Georgian styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one option in this array of antique gillows furniture that is appealing in its simplicity, but Gillows of Lancaster
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How Much is a Antique Gillows Furniture?
A piece of antique gillows furniture can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $6,803, while the lowest priced sells for $134 and the highest can go for as much as $212,346.
Questions About Antique Gillows Furniture
- What is Gillow furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Gillow furniture was made by the company Gillows of Lancaster and London, or simply Gillow Co. This furniture-making brand was founded in the mid 1700s and continued with the founding family until 1814 when a buy-out happened. The name Gillow is still used because it had become synonymous with quality. Shop a collection of Gillow furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To identify Gillows furniture, look for the brand's mark. Most pieces feature one, but locations vary. Look under the tabletop, along the edges of the drawers and on the backs of legs and bases. Typically, the mark appears as a stamp, but the company's artisans sometimes drew it in pencil. Find a variety of expertly vetted Gillows furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Gillows furniture was made in Lancaster and London, UK. The company is best known for producing ornate wood tables, cabinets and desks. Furniture-maker Robert Gillow started the company around 1730. You can find a selection of Gillows furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Gillows of Lancaster London was an 18th-century furniture maker who created high-quality wood furniture designs. Many pieces may have a Gillows stamp along with a series of letters and numbers marked under tabletops, along the top edges of drawers or some other hidden spot. The materials used and craftsmanship will also help identify an authentic Gillows piece. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your piece. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a variety of expertly vetted antique Gillows furniture.
- 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 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.
- 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 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Antique furniture can be worth quite a lot, particularly if it is in good quality. The rarer the piece, the higher the value.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Whether antique furniture is making a comeback is a matter of opinion. Many people would argue that antique furniture never faded from fashion, as there have always been individuals who love the idea of owning pieces that have history. Some of the most popular styles for antique furniture include Art Deco, Arts and Crafts, Renaissance Revival, Elizabethan, Gothic Revival, Victorian and Chippendale. Find a large collection of antique furniture from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024To date antique furniture from the UK, first look for identifying markings on the piece. You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active. From there, you may be able to estimate the year of production by looking at images of other furniture the maker produced. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also aid you in the dating process. Find a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs 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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify antique Chinese furniture, look carefully at its details. Chinese craftsmen often built furniture using mortise and tenon joinery, eliminating the need for nails and screws. If you see this type of hardware, your piece is likely not at least 100 years old, especially if the hardware still looks new and shiny. Since antique furniture was handmade, you will normally see slight imperfections, such as tool marks or slight variations in carvings. Pieces that appear completely uniform and pristine are less often genuine antiques.
When present, maker's marks can also be helpful. Research the marks to learn more about when the maker was active and producing pieces like yours. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your furniture for you.
Shop an assortment of antique Chinese furniture. - 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The best finish for antique furniture is a matter of liking. But film finish is recommended by experts as it leaves a thick coat of film on the wood surface which protects wood from water and scratches. Shellac or varnish and water base are commonly used film finishes. Find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage furniture on 1stDibs
PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell how old your antique furniture is, research the maker using trusted online resources. You may find that the furniture maker was active for only a short period, giving you the ability to roughly estimate its age. For manufacturers and designers with a long history of production, consider the style of your furniture and look for images of similar pieces published online. Because it may be difficult to date furniture on your own, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To tell what your antique furniture is worth, look at sales histories on trusted online platforms and read valuation guides posted on trusted online resources. The maker, type, style, age and condition of your furniture will impact its value. Researching furniture produced by the same maker is a good starting point. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also aid you in the valuation process. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 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 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.
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