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Art Nouveau Pewter Silvered Card Tray B&G Imperial Zinn Bitter Gobbers
Located in Lisbon, PT
Relief Chestnut Fruit Pewter Silvered Card Tray B&G Imperial Zinn Bitter Gobbers, Art Nouveau
Category
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Pewter
$545 Sale Price
50% Off
Pair of Russian Crystal and Bronze Candelabras, Imperial Russian Glass Workshop
Located in New York, NY
to the Imperial Russian Glass Manufactory, similar examples are displayed at the Hermitage. Each
Category
19th Century Russian Neoclassical Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Oil Painting on Canvas Portrait Young Man Imperial Russian Navy Military 19th c
Located in palm beach, FL
Oil painting on canvas Portrait young man Imperial Russian navy military school 19th
This oil on
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Late 19th Century Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Paint
An Imperial Japanese Meiji Shibayama Tea Cabinet by The Tokugawa Samurai Clan
Located in Queens, NY
An Imperial Japanese Meiji Shibayama Tea Ceremony Cabinet by The Tokugawa Samurai Clan.
This
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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood, Lacquer
Optical Print of the Imperial Colleges and Warehouses in St. Petersburg, Russia
Located in Langweer, NL
Petersburgi - Vista de los Collegios Imperiales, Y de l'Almazen de las Mercaderias Orientales a Petersbourg
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Late 18th Century Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Paper
$871 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique 19th Century Imperial Russian Silver Rococo Tray Adolf Sper St. Petersbu
Located in Portland, OR
A fine antique 19th century Russian Imperial 840 grade silver gilt tray by Adolf Sper, St
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Mid-19th Century Russian Rococo Revival Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Silver
The Celestial Bloom: An Antique Chinese Peking Masterpiece of Imperial Serenity
Located in Dallas, TX
with imperial prestige and cosmic tranquility. At the heart of this magnificent one-of-a-kind treasure
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Wool
$7,280 Sale Price
20% Off
Chinese Ming Dynasty Emperor Yellow Imperial Robe Hand Painted
Framed on Silk
Located in Topeka, KS
Magnificent vintage Chinese Ming Dynasty Emperor portrait wearing a yellow Imperial robe w/ dragons
Category
19th Century Chinese Ming Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Silk, Glass, Wood
Imperial Grandeur: The Sepia Majesty of an Antique Indian Agra Masterpiece
Located in Dallas, TX
imperial refinement and enduring artistry. Woven during the height of India’s Golden Age of textile
Category
Late 19th Century Indian Agra Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Wool
$180,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Ota Jinnoei 1890 Imperial Meiji Period Pair of Cloisonne Cabinet Vases
By Ota Jinnoei
Located in Miami, FL
in Japan circa 1890, during the meiji Imperial period (1868-1912). These vases has been carefully
Category
1890s Japanese Meiji Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Silver, Bronze, Enamel
$1,996 Sale Price / set
20% Off
English Ironstone Imperial Hope
Carter Burgess Goddard Water Pitchers Set of 2
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage English Ironstone Imperial Hope & Carter and Burgess & Goddard Farmhouse Water Pitchers
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Ironstone
"Green Frog Service" - Book about an Imperial Russian Dinner Service
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
This is number 111 from the limited edition of 1,000 copies. The first 25 are special leather bound copies, a further 25 were for collaborators on the publication, the next 350 were ...
Category
Late 18th Century Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Paper
$600 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Russian Imperial Silver Swing Handle BonBon Basket Moscow Kokoshnik 1910
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique Imperial Russian silver engraved swing handled basket/ bowl, Moscow, circa 1910
Category
1910s Russian Art Nouveau Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Silver
Imperial Tobacco Company of Canada Silk Trading Cards Quilt Mounted on Canvas
Located in Buchanan, MI
Imperial Tobacco Company of Canada silk trading cards quilt mounted on canvas. Featuring silk
Category
19th Century Folk Art Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Silk
Old Print with a Genealogical Tree of the Chinese Imperial Dynasties, 1732
Located in Langweer, NL
with a genealogical tree of the Chinese imperial dynasties. This print originates from 'Atlas
Category
1730s Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Paper
$520 Sale Price
20% Off
Rare Antique Map of the Imperial Court in Peking China, 1665
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Platte Grondt van s Keysers Hof in Pekin. Forme de la Cour Imperiale de Peking'. This print originates from 'Joan Nieuhof, Het Gezandschap Der Neêrlandtsche Oos...
Category
Mid-17th Century Dutch Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Paper
Antique Imperial Russian Silver Gilt Cloisonne Enamel Caddy Spoon Moscow 1890
Located in Portland, OR
Antique Imperial Russian silver-gilt cloisonne tea caddy spoon Moscow, circa 1900.
A finely
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1890s Russian Other Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Japanese Late Edo Period Life-Size Imperial Bunraku by Nagoshi Kenji, ca. 1850
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Late Edo Period Life-Size Imperial Bunraku
Head, Hands and Legs by Nagoshi Kenji, Ca. 1850
Category
1850s Japanese Japonisme Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique Set Imperial Russian Silver Gilt Cloisonne Spoons Feodosii Pekin Moscow
By Feodosii Ivanovich Pekin
Located in Portland, OR
A very good set of five antique Imperial Russian silver-gilt & cloisonne spoons, Moscow, circa 1899
Category
1890s Russian Late Victorian Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Antique Imperial Russian Silver Gilt Cloisonne Enamel Sugar tongs Moscow 1890
Located in Portland, OR
Antique pair of Imperial Russian silver-gilt cloisonne sugar tongs, Moscow, circa 1890.
A very
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1890s Russian Belle Époque Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Imperial map of Northern Russia with Archangel, Lapland and Permia, c.1730
Located in Langweer, NL
Imperial map of Northern Russia with Archangel, Lapland, and Permia, c.1730
Description:
This
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Early 18th Century German Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Paper
The Imperial Garden: An Antique Persian Mahal Masterpiece of Aristocratic Grace
Located in Dallas, TX
77675 Antique Persian Mahal Rug, 09'00 x 12'01. A masterpiece of timeless grandeur, this hand-knotted wool antique Persian Mahal rug invites the viewer into a world where elegance an...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Wool
$5,488 Sale Price
25% Off
Antique Imperial Russian Silver Gold Enamel Kovsh Nikolai Antipov Moscow 1896
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique Imperial Russian silver & cloisonne enamel kovsh, silversmith Nikolai Lakovlev
Category
1890s Russian Late Victorian Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Gold, Silver, Enamel
Antique Large Silver Imperial Russian Cloisonne Spoon Alexi Kitovsky Moscow 1886
Located in Portland, OR
Antique Imperial Russian large silver-gilt cloisonne spoon by Alexi Fyodorovich Kitovsky, Moscow
Category
1880s Russian Victorian Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Unique Antique Chinese Vase in Imperial Style in Dragons Hirado, ca 1830
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Chinese Imperial vase. Dating to around 1830. Possibly Hirado
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain
Category
19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Rare Pair of Japanese Hibachi with Makie Lacquer – Imperial Horse Race Motif, 19
Located in Fukuoka, JP
wood (paulownia) and lavishly decorated with gold makie lacquer depicting scenes of imperial court
Category
19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Antique Imperial Russian Sliver Gilt Cloisonné Enamel Tea Strainer Moscow, 1908
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique Russian Imperial silver-gilt cloisonné enamel tea strainer, Moscow, circa 1908.
The
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Early 1900s Russian Baltic Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Imperial Imari Charger with Large Gilded Eagle and Gilded Flying Crane
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Imperial Imari 14.25" charger with large gilded eagle and gilded flying crane, Japanese, Meiji
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1870s Japanese Meiji Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
18th Century Imperial Russian Gilt Bronze, Brass and Mahogany Display Cabinet
By Christian Meyer
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
An exceptional late 18th century Imperial Russian empire bookcase or display cabinet in the finest
Category
Late 18th Century Russian Neoclassical Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
The Imperial Garden: An Antique Persian Tabriz Masterpiece of Palatial Grandeur
Located in Dallas, TX
grandeur of a bygone imperial age—a textile masterpiece conceived not merely as décor, but as an emblem of
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Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Wool
$7,920 Sale Price
20% Off
Rare Artillery Plate First Empire Imperial Eagle And Crossed Cannons, 1804–1815
Located in Bilzen, BE
"Rare Artillery Plate – First Empire – Imperial Eagle And Crossed Cannons, 1804–1815"
Rare French
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Brass
A silver gilt and Imperial Yellow guilloche enamel singing bird box
Located in London, GB
A very fine silver gilt and Imperial Yellow guilloche enamel singing bird box with timepiece, by C
Category
1920s Swiss Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Silver, Enamel
18th Century Imperial Ningxia Chinese Throne Back Cover with Lion Dog
Located in Milan, IT
A very rare Imperial Ningxia throne cover from the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty
Category
1750s Chinese Qing Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Wool
Pair of Italian 19th Century Grand Tour Period Imperial Porphyry Tazzas
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An extremely elegant pair of Italian 19th century Neo-Classical st. Grand Tour period Imperial
Category
19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Porphyry
Original Antique Map the Imperial States of the Habsburg Netherlands, 1609
Located in Langweer, NL
Imperial states of the Habsburg Netherlands in the 16th century. They roughly covered the Low Countries
Category
Early 1600s Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Paper
$1,183 Sale Price
20% Off
Mint Antique Imperial Chinese Ningxia Throne Back Cover with Lion Dogs
Located in Milan, IT
A rare example of Ningxia Chinese throne back cover of Imperial quality in pristine condition. A
Category
Early 19th Century Chinese Ming Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Wool
19th Century Viennese Porcelain Plate, Napoleon III Period.
By Viennese Imperial Porcelain Manufactory
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
19th century Viennese porcelain plate, Napoleon III period.
A 19th century Viennese porcelain plate, Napoleon III period, representing a woman pouring wine to. Bacchus.
H: 2cm, D: 24cm
Category
19th Century European Napoleon III Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
19th century Vienna porcelain plate, Napoleon III period.
By Viennese Imperial Porcelain Manufactory
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
19th century Vienna porcelain plate, Napoleon III period.
A 19th century Viennese porcelain plate, Napoleon III period, representing Psyche.
H: 2cm, D: 24cm
Category
19th Century European Napoleon III Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Imperial Russian Silver Gilt Cloisonne Kovsh Nikolay Strulev Moscow 1908
Located in Portland, OR
A fine antique Imperial Russian silver-gilt & cloisonne kovsh, Nikolay Strulev, Moscow, circa 1908
Category
Early 1900s Russian Art Nouveau Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Silver, Enamel
The Imperial Ember: A Late 19th Century Turkish Oushak of Anatolian Grandeur
Located in Dallas, TX
72469 Late 19th Century Antique Turkish Oushak Rug, 10'02 x 13'10. Steeped in the grandeur of Ottoman artistry, this antique late 19th-century Turkish Oushak rug unfurls like a forgo...
Category
Late 19th Century Turkish Spanish Colonial Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Wool
$7,476 Sale Price
25% Off
The Imperial Guli Hinnai: Rare Persian Malayer Masterpiece of Timeless Splendor
Located in Dallas, TX
74636 Antique Persian Malayer Rug Runner, 03'04 x 20'03. In the privileged world of true connoisseurs—where lineage, artistry, and provenance define worth—this hand-knotted wool Pers...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Wool
$5,599 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Imperial Russian Solid Silver Gilt Cloisonne Enamel Kovsh Moscow 1908
Located in Portland, OR
A very good antique Imperial Russian silver-gilt cloisonne enamel kovsh, Moscow, circa 1908.
The
Category
Early 1900s Russian Art Nouveau Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Silver, Enamel
1859 Vintage Map of Holland and Belgium: Blackie
s Imperial Geographic Insight
Located in Langweer, NL
The "Antique Map of Holland and Belgium" from 'The Imperial Atlas of Modern Geography', published
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Paper
$236 Sale Price
20% Off
1859 Vintage Maps of England and Wales: Blackie
s Imperial Geographic Detail
Located in Langweer, NL
The "Antique Map of England & Wales" from 'The Imperial Atlas of Modern Geography', published by W
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Paper
$378 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Antique Imperial Russian Solid Silver Spoons with Cloisonne Enamel c.1882
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this beautiful pair of antique Imperial Russian solid silver enamel
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Silver
An Imperial KPM Cobalt Blue-Ground Topographical Vase, Frederick the Great Scene
By Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)
Located in New York, NY
A 19th Century Imperial KPM Cobalt Blue-Ground Topographical Vase, Frederick the Great Scene. This
Category
1860s German Louis XVI Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
1820 XL Antique Russian Imperial Dore Bronze Wall Sconce- Angel World Exhibition
Located in Opa Locka, FL
This is a very special Sconce. c1820 Russian Imperial World Exhibition Dore Gilt Bronze Louis XVI
Category
1820s French Regency Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Bronze
$4,612 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Imperial Russian Silver Hand Engraved Cup and Saucer, Aleksandr Fuld
By Aleksandr Fuld
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Rare and fine antique Imperial Russian .875 fine silver hand engraved cup and saucer.
Maker's
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Late 19th Century Russian Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Silver
Antique Japanese Imperial Meiji High Relief Carved Dragon Throne Armchair-A Pair
Located in Pomona, CA
Up for sale are this stunning original Japanese Export 19th Century Meiji period hand carved Dragon Throne chair with intricate carving works of dragons all over the chairs. The drag...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Wood
Early 20th Century Imperial Franz Hormel Brevettato Figural Mantle Clock, Made i
Located in Birmingham, AL
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Description A stunning Renaissance style gilt bronze & marble clock having a lyre form case centered with patinated metal a cherub head each bearing a rope clad with a garland swag...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Rococo Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Marble, Brass
$1,328 Sale Price
24% Off
The Imperial Garden: A Late 19th Century Indian Agra Palace Masterpiece
Located in Dallas, TX
74351 Rare Late 19th Century Antique Indian Agra Rug, 11'04 x 14'00. In the grand tradition of Mughal artistry, this Late 19th Century hand-knotted wool Indian Agra palace rug stands...
Category
Late 19th Century British Indian Ocean Territory Aesthetic Movement Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Wool
Imperial Russian Silver-Gilt Depicting Icon of Madonna and Child, 19th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
Imperial Russian Silver-Gilt Depicting Icon of Madonna and Child, 19th Century
The silver surface
Category
19th Century Russian Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Silver
N.d. Charles V dedication medal on his crowning and the planned Imperial
Located in UTRECHT, UT
Imperial Diet was the deliberative body of the Holy Roman Empire. It was not a legislative body in the
Category
16th Century German Classical Roman Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Silver
Imperial Russian Crystal Cobalt Blue Glass and Gilt Bronze Girandoles Tsar Era
By Johann Zech
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A pair of very rare exquisite Imperial Russian crystal girandoles, each with five scrolling candle
Category
Early 19th Century Russian Gustavian Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Marble, Bronze
Imperial Whimsy: Rare Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug Inspired by Walter Nichols
Located in Dallas, TX
suspended on a field of deep crimson like jeweled embroidery on imperial silk. The golden border is
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Wool
$7,224 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Imperial Russian Engraved 84 Silver Niello Tobacco Case Box Moscow 1886
Located in Portland, OR
A fine antique Imperial Russian engraved silver and niello tobacco box/case, 1886, Moscow
Category
1880s Russian Late Victorian Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Silver
Set of Six Japanese Meiji Period Imperial Portrait Paintings on Silk , Ca. 1880s
Located in New York, NY
Meiji Period (1868-1912) – Ca. 1880/1890
This group of portraits was shown at Chicago World’s Fair in 1893.
DIMENSIONS (Framed)
Width: 24” inches
Height: 57.5
Category
1880s Japanese Japonisme Antique Imperial Furniture
Materials
Silk
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Antique Imperial Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of antique imperial furniture on 1stDibs. A piece of antique imperial furniture — often made from metal, ceramic and porcelain — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the item from our selection of antique imperial furniture you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right choice in our collection of antique imperial furniture, those designed in Empire, Neoclassical and Art Nouveau styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made object in our assortment of antique imperial furniture over the years, but those crafted by Imperial Vienna Porcelain, Viennese Imperial Porcelain Manufactory and Imperial Porcelain Factory are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Antique Imperial Furniture?
Prices for a piece of antique imperial furniture start at $1 and top out at $15,675,000 with the average selling for $3,622.
Questions About Antique Imperial 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.
- 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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