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Pair of Antique French Bronze Appliqués Depicting Art and Music
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of antique French bronze appliqués depicting art and music, each one finely cast draped putto
Category
19th Century French Baroque Revival Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Bronze
$476 Sale Price / set
20% Off
19th Century Continental Walnut and Kingwood Case Cylinder Music Box, #3130
Located in Germantown, MD
stringing line alternating with Ebony wood inlays. Clean and distilling angelic music sounds.
The case has
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Mid-19th Century Swiss American Empire Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Kingwood, Satinwood, Ebony
Large 19th Century Patinated Bronze Allegory of Music Signed E. Picault
Located in Madrid, ES
Elegant and finely executed bronze sculpture representing an allegory of Music, signed E. Picault
Category
1880s Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Bronze
19th Century Victorian Mahogany and Satinwod Inlaid Converted Music Cabinet
Located in Germantown, MD
A recently refinished 19th Century Victorian Mahogany and Satinwod Inlaid Converted Music Cabinet
Category
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Wood, Mahogany, Satinwood
19th Century Antique Inlaid Burr Walnut Music Stand / Pier Display Cabinet
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
19th Century Antique Inlaid Burr Walnut Music Stand / Pier Display Cabinet – Fine Quality with
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19th Century Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Walnut
$1,142 Sale Price
30% Off
Collinson
Walton. An Aesthetic Movement burr walnut
ebonized music cabinet
By Collinson
Lock
Located in London, GB
Collinson and Walton. A rare Aesthetic Movement ebonized music cabinet with pierced gallery to the
Category
1880s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Walnut
ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN WALNUT MUSIC DRESSING TABLE STOOL DECORATIVE BASE CURVED SEAT
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning hand carved Victorian circa 1880 Piano stool in walnut with ornately carved sculpted seat
A v...
Category
1880s English High Victorian Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Original Engraving of Japanese Musicians Playing Native Music Instruments, 1669
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print, titled: 'Japansche kamerspeelders.' - ('Japanese musicians').
Four chamber musicians are playing on native instruments outside. Arnoldus Montanus' "Gedenkwaerdige ...
Category
1660s Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Paper
Beautiful Original Hand-Colored Antique Print of Music Instruments, c.1770
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print depicting various music instruments, including flutes, triangle, tambourine and more
Category
18th Century Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Paper
$217 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Music Cabinet, English, Walnut, Glass, Display Case, Bookcase, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique music cabinet. An English, walnut and glass display case or bookcase, dating to
Category
Early 20th Century British Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Antique Edwardian Gonçalo Alves Marquetry Inlaid Music Cabinet 19th Century
Located in London, GB
your sheet music or as a decorative piece of furniture.
Condition:
In excellent condition having been
Category
1880s English Edwardian Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Wood, Boxwood
Antique Music Cabinet, English, Document, Specimen Drawers, Edwardian, C.1910
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique music cabinet. An English, mahogany and boxwood inlaid document stand or
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Early 20th Century British Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Wood
Set of 2 Antique Antiphonal Music Sheets
Spanish
, Published circa 1700
Located in Langweer, NL
Set of two antique antiphonal music sheets (Spanish). Published circa 1700.
Category
Early 18th Century Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Paper
Heinz Pinggera, "Music Recital for the Cardinal" Oil on Canvas
By Heinz Pinggera
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heinz Pinggera (Italian, b 1900) "A Recital for the Cardinal" oil on canvas within a gilt-wood and gesso frame. The interior 18th century rococo scene depicting a seated Cardinal or ...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Rococo Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood
$9,850 Sale Price
23% Off
Fred Zimbalist Taj Mahal Music Box Swiss Thorens Movement Circa 1930 Number 29
By Fred Zimbalist
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage circa 1930s Fred Zimbalist Taj Mahal Music Box Swiss Thorens Movement Numbered Handmade
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Anglo Raj Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Metal
Antique Print of Various Music Instruments F. Van Bleyswyk, 1728
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Afbeeldingen der Muzykale Instrumenten, van welke gesproken wert in de H. Schrift'. Beautiful print of various musical instruments mentioned in the bible like c...
Category
Early 18th Century Dutch Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Paper
17th C. Sheet Music "Feria vi. Paschae" (page 191 and 192)
Located in Soquel, CA
17th C. Sheet Music "Feria vi. Paschae" (page 191 and 192)
Excellent example of Latin sheet music
Category
17th Century European Baroque Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Paper
Orchestral Interchangeable Antique Music Box on Table, Ducommun Girod, c. 1870
Located in London, GB
casters to make moving the music box easier, and is an exquisite piece of furniture.
Sizes:
Box
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Late 19th Century Swiss Late Victorian Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Italian 19th Century Oil on Canvas "The Music Professor" Carlo Sassi
By Carlo Sassi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian 19th century oil on canvas titled "The Music Professor" depicting a mid-19th century music
Category
19th Century Italian Other Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Gesso, Canvas, Wood
$9,960 Sale Price
20% Off
Rare Antique Miniature BOX Hand-Painted Multi Music Figure Jewlery Box Gold
Located in Wembley, GB
tree, surrounded by natural scenery. Each figure is engaged in music and poetry — one plays the lute
Category
Early 1900s West Asian Hollywood Regency Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Marble, Gold
$2,330 Sale Price
20% Off
Edward F. Caldwell Neoclassical Style Silvered Bronze Box, Angels, Music Motifs
By Edward F. Caldwell
Co.
Located in New York, NY
pair of winged angels playing music at an altar. One angel plays a lyre and the other an aulos or
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Antique Print of
The Music Lesson
Made after A. Watteau
1902
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'The Music Lesson'. Original antique print on chine collé made after a
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Paper
Antique Print of
The Music Party
Made after A. Watteau
1902
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'The Music Party'. Original antique print on chine collé made after a painting
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Paper
Eastlake Style Chip Carved Cherry
Ormolu Drop Front Music Cabinet Stand C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Eastlake Style Chip Carved Cherry & Ormolu Drop Front Music Cabinet & Stand C1890
Measures
Category
19th Century Eastlake Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
$760 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Fall Front Music Cabinet, English, Art Nouveau, Victorian, After Liberty
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique fall front music cabinet. An English, four drawer document or folio cupboard in
Category
Early 1900s British Late Victorian Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Cedar
Rare Antique Hand-Painted Miniature BOX Multi Music Figure Jewlery Box Gold
Located in Wembley, GB
tree, surrounded by natural scenery. Each figure is engaged in music and poetry — one plays the lute
Category
Early 1900s West Asian Hollywood Regency Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Marble, Gold
Vintage Catholic Lourdes Souvenir Building with Music Box, France 1920s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This vintage silvered Music Box was a souvenir from a pilgrims journey to the famous City of
Category
1920s French Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Metal
Original Antique Print of A Music Party After Titian. C.1850
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great image after Titian
Fine steel engraving
Published circa 1850
Unframed.
Free shipping
Category
1850s English Renaissance Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Paper
Jacot Swiss Cylinder Banded
Inlaid Ebonized Rosewood Table Top Music Box c1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Jacot Swiss Cylinder Banded & Inlaid Ebonized Rosewood Table Top Music Box c1890
Measures - 7" x
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
$1,960 Sale Price
20% Off
Biedermeier Music Stand, Johann Georg Hiltl (1771–1845), Munich, circa 1825
Located in Greding, DE
Walnut with transfer-printed decoration.
The image depicts a lithograph by Franz Xaver Nachtmann (1799–1846) showing the royal carriages arriving at Tegernsee Palace, formerly a mona...
Category
1820s German Biedermeier Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Early 1900s Hand-Carved Walnut French Regency Music Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of French Regency hand-carved walnut cabriole leg "music" chairs. Carved front and side aprons
Category
19th Century Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Walnut
$4,600 Sale Price / set
20% Off
French Empire Clock Depicting Apollo God of Music and the Arts
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A gilt bronze and griotte marble French Empire clock depicting Apollo Greek God of Music Art
Category
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Griotte Marble, Bronze
JAPANESE 1920
S WOODBLOCK TRIPTYCH WATERCOLOUR PRINT GEISHA GIRLS PLAYING MUSiC
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Japanese Woodblock Triptych watercolour print of Geisha Girls playing music and drinking tea in a 1900's
Category
1920s Japanese Japonisme Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Wood
French Orientalist Engraving GENIUS OF MUSIC
GENIUS OF PEACE 1808 DE GUIGNES
Located in Rochester, NY
Antique engraved plate showing the genius of Fire and the genius of Peace, drawn by Chrétien Louis de Guignes (1759-1845), copper engraved by Jacques Eustache Deseve or De Seve (1790...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Paper
An Aesthetic Movement Amboyna and Ebonized Music Cabinet with gilt decoration
Located in London, GB
An Aesthetic Movement amboyna and ebonized music cabinet with incised and gilt decoration. The open
Category
1880s British Aesthetic Movement Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Brass
Original Vintage Poster Stamboul Music Theatre Drama Play Istanbul Turkey Design
Located in London, GB
Original vintage musical theatre poster for Stamboul / Istanbul advertising poems and music by the
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Paper
William Birch. An Arts
Crafts high seat music chair with leather seat
By William Birch
Located in London, GB
William Birch. A high seat music chair with upper decorative pierced handle to the back, stood on
Category
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Oak, Leather
Antique Newspaper Stand, French, Walnut, Brass, Magazine, Music Rack, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique newspaper stand. A French, walnut and brass magazine or music rack, dating to
Category
Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Brass
19th Century Bronze Study, Music and Dance by J.B.Germain
By Jean-Baptiste Germain
Located in Brighton, Sussex
'Music and Dance'
Signed; JB. Germain
Jean-Baptiste Germain (French, 1841-1910).
Category
19th Century French Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Classical C19th Bronze statue, depicting Music and Dance, JEAN-BAPTISTE GERMAIN
By Jean-Baptiste Germain
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A wonderful 19th Century bronze statue depicting Music and Dance, with two classical maidens and a
Category
19th Century French Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Pair Antique Gilt Bronze Grand Tour Sculptures, Music and The Arts
Located in New York, NY
A pair of beautiful gilt bronze maidens representing Music and the Art.s
Music holds a lyre, known
Category
19th Century European Neoclassical Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Bronze
A music score holder made out of oak wood, USA 1912.
Located in Milan, IT
A music score holder, made out of oak wood and iron, with tripod legs. USA beginning 20th century.
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Iron
Antique Signed Gustav Stickley One-Door music Cabinet - W8028 20% SALE off
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
Antique *Signed* GUSTAV Stickley One-Door music Cabinet - W8028
This is a great One-Door Cabinet
Category
1910s American Arts and Crafts Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Oak
$3,120 Sale Price
20% Off
Original Antique Grape Vine Carved Black Forest Wood Music Box Needs Service
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this antique original circa 1880 Black Forest Wood music box
Category
1880s Swiss Black Forest Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Wood
Italian 19th-20th Century Marble Group "Allegory to Music" Children
s Orchestra
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine and large Italian 19th-20th century Carrara marble group "Allegory to Music" depicting
Category
Early 1900s Italian Beaux Arts Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Carrara Marble
$84,500 Sale Price
41% Off
20th Century English Hand Painted in Chinoiserie Antique Music Cabinet Motophone
Located in Sofia, BG
British music cabinet with decoration of Chinoiserie, foliage and musical instruments. It opens
Category
Early 20th Century British Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Wood
Gilt Framed Oil On Canvas Music Themed Painting With Banjo By M. Morris C1886
Located in Big Flats, NY
Gilt Framed Oil On Canvas Music Themed Painting With Banjo By M. Morris C1886
Measures - 28 1/8" x
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Canvas
$1,320 Sale Price
20% Off
Early 20th C. Edwardian Mahogany Marquetry Satinwood Inlaid Sheet Music Cabinet
Located in Germantown, MD
An Early 20th C. Edwardian Mahogany Marquetry Satinwood Inlaid Sheet Music Cabinet with fine inlays
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Mahogany, Satinwood
Vintage Catholic Lourdes Church Souvenir Building with Music Box, France 1920s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This vintage silvered Music Box was a souvenir from a pilgrims journey to the famous City of
Category
1920s French Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Metal
Antique French carved wooden Music Box Trivet-hand painted Ceramic Surface-20s
Located in Bussiere Dunoise, Nouvel Aquitaine
Wonderful vintage Table Decoration - hand-carved Walnut Music Box Trivet with Art Nouveau Motifs
Category
1920s French Art Nouveau Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Brass
$181 Sale Price
55% Off
Antique Print of Moluccans Playing the Rabana and Music Instruments "Indonesia"
Located in Langweer, NL
This plate shows Moluccans playing the Rabana. Also depicted are several instruments from the Maluku Islands, Indonesia. This print originates from 'Naaukeurige beschryving der godts...
Category
Early 18th Century Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Paper
Pl. 25 Antique Print of Roman Music Instruments by Racinet,
circa 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Roman - Romain - Romisch'. Chromolithograph of Roman music instrument. This
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Paper
$94 Sale Price
20% Off
19th C. American Brass Ecclesiastical Revolving Dual Sided Lectern/ Music Stand
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th Century American Brass Ecclesiastical Revolving Dual Sided Lectern/ Music Stand
USA, 1871
A
Category
19th Century American Gothic Revival Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Brass, Steel
$4,760 Sale Price
20% Off
Pl. 97 Antique Print of European XVIIth Century Music Scenes by Racinet
Located in Langweer, NL
'. Chromolithograph of European XVIIth Century Music Scenes. This print originates from 'Le Costume Historique' by M.A
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Paper
$94 Sale Price
20% Off
Pl. 127 Antique Print of French 18th Century Military Music by Racinet
Located in Langweer, NL
'. Chromolithograph of French 18th century Military Music Instruments. This print originates from 'Le Costume
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Paper
$94 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Print of Music and Dance of Java by Hurter, circa 1830
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Javanische Musik und Tanz'. Uncommon engraving of music and dance on Java
Category
Mid-19th Century German Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Paper
Antique Victorian Clariona Merritt Gally 14 Reed Pipe Organette Small Music Box
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Clariona Merritt Gally 14 Reed Pipe Organette Small Walnut Music Box. Circa Late
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Other Antique Music Furniture
Materials
Walnut
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Antique Music Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of antique music furniture you’re looking for. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and mahogany. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect item from our selection of antique music furniture — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A choice in our collection of antique music furniture made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Regency — is very popular. A well-made object in our assortment of antique music furniture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Regina Music Box Co. and Thonet are consistently popular.
How Much is a Antique Music Furniture?
The average selling price for a piece of antique music furniture at 1stDibs is $2,197, while they’re typically $50 on the low end and $185,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Antique Music 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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