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19th Century Small Louis XVI–Style Walnut Chest with Two Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
functioning lock and key and the lower with a simple brass knob. The proportions are compact and slightly
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19th Century French Antique Keys

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Walnut

Vintage Boho Distressed French Farm House Console Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
storage for keys, linens, or cutlery. The table is raised on sturdy, turned legs that lend a touch of
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Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Keys

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Pine

Mahogony chest of drawers, Louis XV style Ca 1890s
Located in Amstelveen, NL
drawers open smoothly. No key.
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1890s Dutch Louis XV Antique Keys

Materials

Mahogany

Finely Carved R.J Horner Style Mahogany China Cabinet or Bookcase w/ Lions Heads
Located in Milford, NH
with a locking key. Dimensions: 63.38 in H x 50.5 in W x 17 in D. Ref: 8
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Early 20th Century American Antique Keys

Materials

Brass

Antique Danish Oak Commode, 1850s.
Located in Asaa, DK
with patina consistent with age and use. Drawers run smoothly. No key. Cleaned and waxed, ready for use.
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Mid-19th Century Danish Louis XVI Antique Keys

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Oak

Early 19th Century Hand-Painted German Two-Door Armoire Shrunk
Located in Round Top, TX
an upper wood peg; no functioning lock or key is present. Interior left door has new upper latch to
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Early 19th Century German Folk Art Antique Keys

Materials

Wood

Heal Son Satinwood Inverted Breakfront Pedestal Desk, c.1890
By Heal s
Located in Leeds, GB
likely circa 1885–1895. All drawers run smoothly with a pleasing firmness, and a period key has been
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Keys

Materials

Satinwood

c. 1840-1850 Southern Cherry Plantation Desk
Located in Louisville, KY
joints, brass hinges, iron lock and hand-forged key, all with original finish and lovely patina overall
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Mid-19th Century American American Classical Antique Keys

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique Queen Anne Early 18th Century Inlaid Burr Walnut Escritoire Desk / Chest
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
joints, this desk includes a key for the fall front and features a later baize writing surface in good
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Early 18th Century British Queen Anne Antique Keys

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Regency Style Parisian Commode
Located in Winter Park, FL
drawers with simple carved details and bronze hardware. Working locks with four keys. Good craftsmanship
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Early 19th Century Regency Antique Keys

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Louis XVI Mahogany Marble Top Gueridon ~ Round End Table
Located in Dallas, TX
and finely figured key guard/mount. In between atop the legs we find an intricate casting featuring
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1890s French Louis XVI Antique Keys

Materials

Carrara Marble, Brass, Bronze

Chinese Lacquer Tea Caddy
Located in Tampa, FL
the exterior. The interior depth is three inches. This tea caddy does not retain its original key. A
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1820s Chinese Antique Keys

Materials

Pewter

Antique early 17th century rare German or Austrian Stollentruhe or trunk
Located in Casteren, NL
— and highly desirable — the chest still retains its original key, a rarity for 17th-century storage
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17th Century German Gothic Antique Keys

Materials

Steel

Antique Quality Edwardian c.1910 Inlaid Mahogany Display Cabinet / Bookcase
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
character, this rare decorative find features delicate satinwood inlays and a key for the glass door, making
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1910s British Antique Keys

Materials

Wood

Antique 19th Century Victorian Gothic Oak Beech Wall Cupboard / Bookcase
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
key supplied; locks untested. Additional Information Stock Number: 8847 A charming and fine-quality
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19th Century British Antique Keys

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Louis XVI Carved Painted Commode with Medallion Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
retains its original metal hardware and key escutcheons, and the rich off-white painted finish has been
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Keys

Materials

Oak

18th Century Danish Rococo Large White Chest of Four Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
, and form of the piece. Each drawer opens with two brass pulls; there are no locks or keys. The chest
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Mid-18th Century Danish Rococo Antique Keys

Materials

Wood, Oak, Pine, Paint

Solor Island View, Indonesian Harbor Engraving, French Voyage Plate c.1700
Located in Langweer, NL
identify key features, including the entrance between rocky headlands, the anchorage, and the fort
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Early 18th Century French Antique Keys

Materials

Paper

Swedish early 19th century painted pine wall cupboard
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
. This piece would be ideal in the cloakroom or hallway.  Working lock and key. Obvious losses to paint
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Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Keys

Materials

Pine, Paint

George III Burr Walnut Chest on Stand
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
shaped apron with gilt shell carvings, cabriole legs and classic ball-and-claw feet. Key Features
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19th Century English Antique Keys

Materials

Walnut

pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. Ormolu Bouillotte lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
fluted Ormolu column leading to the three arms displaying unique Greek key designs with a recessed
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Keys

Materials

Ormolu

Scottish Two-Tiered Bookcase of Mahogany
Located in Austin, TX
locking doors with key, opening to four adjustable shelves, over a bottom tier with two short drawers over
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19th Century Scottish Antique Keys

Materials

Brass, Metal

Antique Painted Folk Art Farmhouse Bridal Chest 1737
Located in OOSTERHOUT, NL
lock and key. In the past, it was customary to give bridal furniture like this to the couple at a
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1730s German Folk Art Antique Keys

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Pine, Paint

Late 19th Century Mahogany Grooming and Medical Traveling Kit 15pc
Located in Stamford, CT
no key.
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Late 19th Century Antique Keys

Materials

Silver

Antique English Botanical Print – Callous-Fruited Water-Dropwort c.1902
Located in Langweer, NL
of the flowers, fruits, and characteristic swollen root tubers, once noted by botanists as a key
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Early 20th Century British Antique Keys

Materials

Paper

Plan of Lima and View of Potosí – Peru Bolivia City Plan and Mining View, 1750
Located in Langweer, NL
indicated. A numbered key below the plan identifies principal features such as churches, gates, markets
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Mid-18th Century French Antique Keys

Materials

Paper

Large 18th Century Tax Collector s Chest
Located in Charmes, FR
condition, does not have its key, was exhibited for a time at the Bruyère museum (Vosges, france)
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Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Antique Keys

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Iron

Thomas Higgat. A Fine Early Silver Pair Case Verge Pocket Watch C1770
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Crank Key. C1740. Dial: The beautiful silver champleve dial engraved out of a piece of silver, with
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1770s British Antique Keys

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Silver

Georgian Mahogany Server with Shaped Splash Rail and Gadrooned Edge Top
Located in Milford, NH
age and use. No key to lock drawer. Dimensions: 42.13 in H x 83.25 in W x 28.5 in D. Ref: 14664
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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Keys

Materials

Brass

Antique Swedish Country Elm Credenza
Located in New York, NY
interior storage space. The doors come with functioning keys and locks. We have additional photos we can
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19th Century Swedish Rustic Antique Keys

Materials

Elm

Edwardian Flame Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
statement piece ideal for both traditional and refined interiors. Key Features * Edwardian flame mahogany
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19th Century English Antique Keys

Materials

Mahogany

Large Antique French Ormolu Bronze Mantel Clock with Musical Design Motif
By S. Marti Cie
Located in Madrid, ES
functioning well, comes with its original winding key, and will be fully checked by a professional clock
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19th Century French Rococo Revival Antique Keys

Materials

Metal, Enamel, Ormolu

Antique Estate Manager s Kneehole Desk, Scottish, Oak, Country House, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
sit before quality mahogany drawer boxes Locks present at each drawer — untested, keys absent
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Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Antique Keys

Materials

Leather, Oak

Antique Pianist s Lounge Server, English, Burr Walnut, Music Cabinet, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
-lined lock — in working order, key present Each shelf offering a generous depth of 35.5cm (14'') The
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1850s British Early Victorian Antique Keys

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Glass, Walnut

19th Century Heavy Banker’s Drawers and Safe Cupboard Pedestal, Strong Cupboard
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
and the cabinet comes with keys The lower Cupboard section is shelved, this is a very heavy piece, it
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19th Century Industrial Antique Keys

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Mahogany

Antique Armadillo, Pangolin Anteater Lithographs – Brodtmann c.1830
Located in Langweer, NL
history publications, which played a key role in introducing exotic mammals to a European audience. The
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1830s Swiss Antique Keys

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Paper

English Cocktail Bar or Drinks Cabinet from the Art Deco Era
Located in Austin, TX
Bakelite knobs. Key is included. Note: Barware and shaker in the lead photo is available but not
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Keys

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Metal

Early 18th Century Chest Of Drawers, Port Work
Located in Charmes, FR
marble in good condition, no key, missing the lock on the bottom drawer
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Early 18th Century French Regency Antique Keys

Materials

Wood

4.4x9.3 Ft Antique Kazak Runner Rug, South Caucasus, Late 19th Century
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Kazak weaving. Key Features: Style: Caucasian Kazak Runner (Stepped Medallion / Gendje) Dating: Late
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Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Antique Keys

Materials

Wool

4.2x4.7 Ft Antique Shirvan Rug, East Caucasus, Ca 1890
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Shirvan region. Key Features: Style: Caucasian Shirvan (Stylized Floral/Lattice) Dating: Circa 1890 (Late
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Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Antique Keys

Materials

Wool

3.8x5.3 Ft Antique Kuba Rug, East Caucasus, Ca 1880
Located in Spring Valley, NY
harmony. Key Features: Style: Caucasian Kuba (Floral Lattice/Boteh) Dating: Circa 1880 (Late 19th Century
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Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Antique Keys

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Wool

4x7.7 Ft Antique Karabagh Rug, South Caucasus, Late 19th Century
Located in Spring Valley, NY
, this rug embodies the primitive strength and cultural richness of the Karabagh/Kazak tradition. Key
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Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Antique Keys

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Wool

4.4x8.4 Ft Antique Gendje Shirvan Rug, East Caucasus, Late 19th Century
Located in Spring Valley, NY
to any hallway, dining area, or collection. Key Features: Style: Gendje Shirvan (Transitional
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Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Antique Keys

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Wool

4.8x8 Ft Antique Borchalo Kazak Rug, South Caucasus, Late 19th Century
Located in Spring Valley, NY
the Bordjalou tradition. Key Features Style: Caucasian Kazak (Bordjalou / Lozenge Medallion) Dating
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Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Antique Keys

Materials

Wool

3.5x5.5 Ft Antique Karabagh Rug, Late 19th Century
Located in Spring Valley, NY
primitive strength and cultural depth of the Karabagh/Kazak weaving traditions. Key Features Style
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Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Antique Keys

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Wool

4x7 Ft Rare Antique Karabagh Kazak Rug With Diagonal Stripes and Botehs, Ca 1860
Located in Spring Valley, NY
natural dyes, this rug offers impressive historical depth. Key Features: Style: Caucasian Karabagh/Kazak
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Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Antique Keys

Materials

Wool

3.5x7.3 Ft Antique Shirvan Rug, East Caucasus, Late 19th Century
Located in Spring Valley, NY
quality and vibrancy that appeals to discerning collectors. Key Features: Style: Shirvan (Geometric
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Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Antique Keys

Materials

Wool

5.6x10.3 Ft Antique Kazak Rug, South Caucasus, Late 19th Century
Located in Spring Valley, NY
strength, heritage, and artistic complexity of Kazak village weaving. Key Features: Style: Caucasian Kazak
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Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Antique Keys

Materials

Wool

4.4x6.6 Ft Antique Borchalo Kazak Rug, South Caucasus, Circa 1880
Located in Spring Valley, NY
-century Caucasus craftsmanship. Key Features Style: Caucasian Kazak (Bordjalou / Paneled Geometric
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Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Antique Keys

Materials

Wool

4x5 Ft Antique Shirvan Rug, East Caucasus, Ca 1890
Located in Spring Valley, NY
well-preserved piece of history that offers both elegance and authentic tribal charm. Key Features
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Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Antique Keys

Materials

Wool

4.4x7.7 Ft Antique Karatchoph (Karachov) Kazak Rug, Ca 1880, South Caucasus
Located in Spring Valley, NY
appeal of the Kazak tradition. Key Features Style: Caucasian Kazak (Karachoph / Paneled Geometric
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Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Antique Keys

Materials

Wool

4.5x8.3 Ft Antique Kazak Rug, Ca 1870
Located in Spring Valley, NY
village weaving. Key Features: Style: Caucasian Kazak (Gendje/Dense Geometric) Dating: Circa 1870 (Late
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Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Antique Keys

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Wool

Monumental Carved Walnut Marble Top Sideboard Credenza Buffet
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
organization without sacrificing elegance. The piece retains its original keys, further enhancing its
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1880s French Neoclassical Revival Antique Keys

Materials

Marble

Beautiful Quality Marble and Bronze Signed Three Piece 1920s era Clock Set
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
. The movement is accessed with the original winding key, allowing the clock to remain fully functional
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1920s Neoclassical Revival Antique Keys

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Marble, Bronze

19th Century Italian Arte Povera Painted Walnut Armoire - Antique Tuscan Cabinet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
hardware and key, standing on four short tapered wooden feet. The interior of the rectangular cabinet
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Keys

Materials

Metal

Biedermeier Semainier or Tallboy Chest on Chest of Flame Mahogany
Located in Austin, TX
design of flame-cut mahogany - canopy top over seven graduating, locking drawers with key, oval brass
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19th Century Danish Biedermeier Antique Keys

Materials

Metal, Brass

Victorian Burl Walnut Glass-Door Display Cabinet 19th Century English Bookcase
Located in High Point, NC
age and soft distortion typical of original 19th-century panels. A key is included as shown. This
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Keys

Materials

Wood

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Antique Keys For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of antique keys for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and iron, all antique keys available were constructed with great care. Antique keys have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Victorian, Neoclassical and Louis XVI antique keys are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made antique keys over the years, but those made by Louis Vuitton, Choisy-le-Roi and Max Le Verrier are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Antique Keys?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,728, while they’re typically $45 on the low end and $135,000 highest priced.
Questions About Antique Keys
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