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19th Century White Narrow Pine Bookcase Display Cabinet with Apothecary Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
This country pine display cabinet may also be used as a bookcase, with adjustable shelves and 16 apothecary style drawers to add versatile storage and display options.
Restored, str...
Category
Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Pine, Paint
Riveted Iron Park Bench 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Garden bench from the 1920s. With a heavy riveted iron base. Very nice vintage condition. Seat height: 42 cm.
If you’re interested, please inquire about shipping costs. We offer c...
Category
1920s Hungarian Industrial Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
$1,183 Sale Price
20% Off
Wood Hand Carved Planter Vase Jardinière Cachepot Antique
Located in Ventura, CA
Wood Hand Carved Planter Vase Jardinière Cachepot Antique, this one-of-a-kind Hungarian Corn
Category
Mid-18th Century Hungarian Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique Fischer Chinoiserie Chinese Inspired Ceramic Bronze Jardiniere Planter
By Ignác Fischer
Located in New York, NY
centerpiece by Fischer of Hungary with beautiful floral and geometric glazed motifs raised on footed bronze
Category
Late 19th Century Hungarian Japonisme Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Bronze
A Miniature Two Train Vienna Regulator
Located in Amersham, GB
Hungary, during the Austro-Hungarian Empire and is rare due its size and shape, as well as unusually being
Category
1830s Hungarian Biedermeier Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Brass, Steel
Pine Two Door Armoire with Removable Cartouche
Located in Baltimore, MD
The angular cartouche on this small armoire is 10” high and simply lifts off if the customer so chooses. It consists of a pyramid-shaped base trimmed with ogee crown molding mounted...
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Baroque Revival Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Pine
Art Nouveau Double Dragon Centerpiece Dish by Mihaly Kapas Nagy for Zsolnay
By Zsolnay, Mihály Kapás Nagy
Located in Palm Beach, FL
of economic prosperity and political stability in Hungary, the firm hired many Art Nouveau and
Category
Early 1900s Hungarian Art Nouveau Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Earthenware
Art Nouveau Spore Vase attributed to Sándor Apáti-Abt for Zsolnay
By Zsolnay
Located in Palm Beach, FL
of economic prosperity and political stability in Hungary, the firm hired many Art Nouveau and
Category
Early 1900s Hungarian Art Nouveau Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Earthenware
Pine Two Door Double Bonnet-Top Armoire
Located in Baltimore, MD
A bold serpentine molding with deeply carved flutes wraps around the crown of this unusual armoire, following the line of the two arched doors, and a carved hardwood floral cartouch...
Category
Late 19th Century Hungarian Queen Anne Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Pine
Herend Porcelain Puce Classical
Shell Bordered Platter Circa 1916
By Herend
Located in Atlanta, GA
Herend (Hungary, founded 1826), circa 1916.
"Queen Victoria dined on it, and Princess Diana
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian American Classical Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Snails
Shell Vase Attributed to Mihaly Nagy for Zsolnay
By Zsolnay, Mihály Kapás Nagy
Located in Palm Beach, FL
of economic prosperity and political stability in Hungary, the firm hired many Art Nouveau and
Category
Early 1900s Hungarian Art Nouveau Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Earthenware
Ceramic figure of Gorka Geza, 1929
By Geza Gorka, Geza Gorka
Located in Mariano Del Friuli, GO
Fabulous figure of Hungarian artist Gorka Geza. First series as noted by the much more sloping head than later productions.
Branded.
Without any damage or repair.
EXCELLENT condition!!!
Category
1920s Hungarian Art Nouveau Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Art Nouveau Floral Cachepot by Henrik Darilek for Zsolnay
By Zsolnay, Henrik Darilek
Located in Palm Beach, FL
of economic prosperity and political stability in Hungary, the firm hired many Art Nouveau and
Category
Early 1900s Hungarian Art Nouveau Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Earthenware
A Cedar Lined Desk Humidor by Magrit Tevan
Located in Conwy, GB
A cedar lined desk humidor by Magrit Tevan.
Silvered copper and brass, raised on block feet.
Wonderfully patinated throughout, fabulous desk piece.
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Brass, Copper
Art Nouveau Red Crocus Vase by Vinsce Wartha for Zsolnay Porcelánmanufaktúra Zrt
By Zsolnay
Located in Palm Beach, FL
of economic prosperity and political stability in Hungary, the firm hired many Art Nouveau and
Category
Early 1900s Hungarian Art Nouveau Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Earthenware
Bulldog Biting into the Flank, Patinated Bronze Signed Bezeredi 1887 Budapest
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Bulldog biting into the flank, cast and patinated bronze figure on a rectangular plinth. Signed and dated "Bezeredi 1887" on the plinth.
Gyula Bezerédi was born in Mogyorósi in 1858...
Category
1880s Hungarian Victorian Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Bronze
$3,852 Sale Price
40% Off
Zsolnay Bright Yellow and Ochre Glazed Globular Earthenware Ewer
By Zsolnay
Located in Charleston, SC
Limited) is a Hungarian manufacturer of porcelain, tiles, and stoneware, which rose to fame after
Category
Late 19th Century Hungarian Moorish Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Earthenware
Calamaio Biedermeier in Vetro Smaltato Blu 1810 Judaica Origine Austro Ungarica
Located in Milano, MI
Calamaio in Vetro Biedermeier Judaica di forma rotonda in vetro trasparente incamiciato con uno strato bianco ed uno blu. Sul corpo ci sono degli intagli di forma lineare ed ovale ch...
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Early 19th Century Hungarian Biedermeier Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Herend Hand-painted Art Deco Porcelain Table Lamps
By Herend
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
the porcelain bodies with the Herend mark, "Handpainted Herend Hungary", dating back to 1930s, and
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Art Deco Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pine Two Drawer Mule Chest
Located in Baltimore, MD
So called because it is a cross between a chest of drawers and a blanket chest, this handsome mule chest has a top trimmed with contrasting hardwood crown molding which lifts to reve...
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Country Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Pine
Pine Chest of Five Drawers
Located in Baltimore, MD
This large “two over three” chest of five drawers has a step-down routed edge to the top with an ogee molding beneath, creating a bold crown. The two top drawers are trimmed with a ...
Category
Late 19th Century Hungarian Victorian Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Pine
Pine Chest of Five Drawers
Located in Baltimore, MD
Hand-made quarter round molding creates a bold step-down edge to the top of this handsome chest. The top two drawers stand a little proud of the others, flanked by long pyramid appl...
Category
Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Pine
Pine Chest of Five Drawers
Located in Baltimore, MD
Here is a large chest of drawers with great color and good proportions. Hand-made quarter round is applied to the top edge to create a step-down. The top drawers stand a little pro...
Category
Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Pine
Pine Chest of Three Drawers
Located in Baltimore, MD
This is a medium sized chest of three drawers of more or less equal depth. The top features exposed dovetails and the application of hand-carved strips of quarter round molding give...
Category
Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Pine
Pine Chest of Four Drawers
Located in Baltimore, MD
This splendid four drawer chest has a slightly breakfront case, the deep top drawer with oval panels protruding a little above the other three drawers, which are of equal depth. The...
Category
Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Pine
Pine Chest of Five Drawers
Located in Baltimore, MD
This splendid five drawer chest has a bold step-down edge to its thick top. The first tier comprises two short, deep drawers with brass pulls above three equal long drawers, all wit...
Category
Late 19th Century Hungarian Victorian Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Pine
Primitive storage barrel/vase, circa 1900
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Primitive storage barrel made from a Carpathian tree trunk, used for storing grain, etc. The trunk is hollowed out by hand. A beautiful object suitable for use as a vase. Made of har...
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Industrial Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Oak
Pine Dresser Base with Two Doors and Three Drawers
Located in Baltimore, MD
This is a fairly unusual configuration for a Central European dresser base, two flat-paneled doors on one side and three hand-cut dovetailed drawers on the other. The top has a step...
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Country Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Pine
19th Century Rustic Pine Original Painted Flat Top Trunk
Located in Round Top, TX
The colorful paint is all original on this beautiful flat top trunk. Flowers were a traditional embellishment as seen on the front of this handcrafted trunk with red, orange, green, ...
Category
Late 19th Century Hungarian Rustic Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Pine, Paint
Long Narrow Original Painted Trunk Bench with Storage dated 1921
Located in Round Top, TX
The painted finish is all original on this rustic pine flat top narrow trunk which may also serve as a bench. Flowers were a traditional embellishment as seen on the front of this ha...
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Large Fruitwood Trog or Dough Bowl on Oak Stand
Located in Baltimore, MD
26VJL91a Large Fruitwood Trog or Dough Bowl on Oak Stand 45”Lx19”Wx31”H, Hungary, circa 1900
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Country Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood, Oak
Primitive storage barrel/vase, circa 1900
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A primitive storage vessel made from a Carpathian tree trunk, used for storing grain, etc. The trunk is hollowed out by hand. A beautiful object suitable for use as a vase. The item ...
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Industrial Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Iron
Hand-Hewn Fruitwood Trog or Dough Bowl
Located in Baltimore, MD
asymmetry. It has a small repair and sits with a distinct list. Drilled for hanging.
Hungary, circa 1930.
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
Pine Trunk or Mule Chest
Located in Baltimore, MD
A trunk or blanket chest with a drawer at the bottom is known as a mule chest, probably because it is a cross between a blanket chest and a chest of drawers. This is a handsome one ...
Category
Late 19th Century Hungarian Baroque Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Pine
$1,295
Hand polished large early 20th century carved bowl
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Hand polished large early 20th century carved bowl circa 1900.
Handmade from carving from a solid tree trunk. These were made in eastern europe as a way of feeding livestock. Due ...
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Pine
Pine Chest of Five Drawers
Located in Baltimore, MD
The breakfront case of this impressively large chest sets the two top drawers proud of the lower three. Applied trim to the top drawers gives a faux paneled effect. Between them is...
Category
Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Pine
Early 20th century adzed food vessel
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 20th century adzed food vessel circa 1900.
Here we have a rustic made food vessel, usually made for feeding animals in eastern europe. Hand carved from a solid tree trunk usi...
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Pine
Painted Oak Chest of Four Drawers
Located in Baltimore, MD
are the classic shape of the ceramic knobs found on much Central European vernacular furniture, except
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Victorian Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Oak
Early 20th century large wooden bowl
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 20th century large wooden bowl circa 1900.
Here we offer a large wooden bowl which would have been used to feed livestock in eastern europe at the beginning of the 1900's. W...
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Rustic dug out wooden server
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Rustic dug out wooden server circa 1900.
Here we have an early 20th century eastern european livestock feeder. These would have been made from hollowing out a tree trunk by hand.
...
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Large early 20th century hand carved bowl
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
as such, but it now provides and excellent piece of furniture with many possibilities such as use as
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Beech
Antique Zsolnay Vase in Openwork Glazed Ceramics, 1882-1885, Museum Quality
Located in København, Copenhagen
Antique Zsolnay vase in openwork glazed ceramics. Beautiful glaze in yellow and brown shades.
Dated
Measures: 19 x 16.5 cm.
In excellent condition.
Stamped.
Category
1880s Hungarian Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Large Fruitwood Trog or Dough Bowl on Oak Stand
Located in Baltimore, MD
This is a beautiful trog. It has a lovely shape and a beautiful honey color. These large examples were used in multi-family or small scale commercial baking as well as for washing ...
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Country Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood, Oak
Large Fruitwood Trog or Dough Bowl on Oak Stand
Located in Baltimore, MD
Our European vintage and antique wooden dough bowls or trogs are hand-hewn from whole split logs. They all feature remarkable handiwork and a beautiful patina. Some have small crac...
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Country Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood, Oak
Large Fruitwood Trog or Dough Bowl on Oak Stand
Located in Baltimore, MD
Our European vintage and antique wooden dough bowls or trogs are hand-hewn from whole split logs. They all feature remarkable handiwork and a beautiful patina. Some have small crac...
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Country Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood, Oak
Baroque Revival Style Commode with Inlay, ca. 1900
Located in Budapest, Budapest
Hungary.
The countless fine inlay details on curved surfaces suggest, that the commode was a diploma
Category
Early 1900s Hungarian Baroque Revival Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Cherry, Sycamore, Walnut, Pine
Large Fruitwood Trog or Dough Bowl on Oak Stand
Located in Baltimore, MD
Our European vintage and antique wooden dough bowls or trogs are hand-hewn from whole split logs. They all feature remarkable handiwork and a beautiful patina. Some have small crac...
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Country Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood, Oak
Painted Pine Pantry or Utility Shelves
Located in Baltimore, MD
A shelf unit like this one can be used absolutely anywhere in the house or garage. In the kitchen, office, or bedroom, it can house books, bottles, keepsakes or canisters. In the g...
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Country Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Pine
Large early 20th century dug out bowl
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Large early 20th century dug out bowl circa 1900.
Large bowl or server that has been hand dug out from a solid piece of wood, often these were used to feed animals, although there i...
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Rustic Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Pine Trunk or Blanket Chest in Decorative Paint
Located in Baltimore, MD
We love these extra long blanket chests. Placed against the wall it has as many uses as the variety of things you can put in it, or it can make a particular statement in front of th...
Category
Late 19th Century Hungarian Folk Art Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Pine
Zsolnay Art Nouveau Vase in Glazed Ceramics Modelled with Sitting Woman
Located in København, Copenhagen
Zsolnay Art Nouveau vase in glazed ceramics modelled with a sitting woman.
Beautiful eosin glaze. 1920/30s.
Measures: 24 x 13 cm.
In excellent condition.
Stamped.
Category
1920s Hungarian Art Nouveau Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Very Large Hand Carved Wooden Bowl, Early 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A large hand carved wooden bowl, Probably Eastern European, early 20th century. Good color and patina.
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Other Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Art Deco Zsolnay Vase in Glazed Ceramics Modelled with Workers
Located in København, Copenhagen
Art Deco Zsolnay vase in glazed ceramics modelled with workers. Beautiful luster eosin glaze.
1920s / 30s.
Measures: 21 x 9 cm.
In excellent condition.
Stamped.
Category
1920s Hungarian Art Deco Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Painted Pine and Oak Swivel-Top Table
Located in Baltimore, MD
Like its cousins the drawleaf and the dropleaf , the swivel-top is another clever way of increasing the size of a table when circumstances require it with the ability to return to a ...
Category
Early 20th Century Hungarian Country Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Oak, Pine
Nics Freres forged iron console
By Nics Freres
Located in Philadelphia, PA
16” deep.
The Nics brothers, Michel and Jules, were Hungarian metalworkerss and furniture makers
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Iron
Ede Toroczkai Wigand Art Nouveau Seating Ensemble, Ca. 1910
4 Pieces
Located in Budapest, Budapest
Art Nouveau seating ensemble designed by Hungarian architect and furniture designer Ede Toroczkai
Category
1910s Art Nouveau Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Marcel Breuer for Tecta
The Mobile Manifesto
Chaise Longue in Cane Wicker
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Waalwijk, NL
, rubber, Germany, designed circa 1928 and manufactured 1984
This design by Hungarian-born modernist
Category
1920s German Bauhaus Antique Hungarian Furniture
Materials
Steel
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Antique Hungarian Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of antique Hungarian furniture for your home. An item from our selection of antique Hungarian furniture — often made from wood, softwood and pine — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of antique Hungarian 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 Hungarian furniture, designed in the Art Nouveau, Art Deco or Industrial style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made option in this array of antique Hungarian furniture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Zsolnay, Herend and Woka Lamps are consistently popular.
How Much is a Antique Hungarian Furniture?
A piece of antique Hungarian furniture can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,593, while the lowest priced sells for $48 and the highest can go for as much as $112,552.
Questions About Antique Hungarian 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 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, 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 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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