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Antique Cast Bronze Newspaper Office Want Ad Accounts Cashier Flange Sign
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This large and heavy office sign is made of solid cast bronze and shows no foundry or maker's mark
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Office Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Antique Brass Cashier Bank Teller or Post Office Cage Window
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1920. We offer this beautiful antique cashier bank teller or post office cage window. Made in
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1920s Mexican Industrial Antique Office Furniture

Materials

Brass

RESTORED ART DECO 1920 s BURR WALNUT BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD OFFICE ARMCHAIR
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price Where to begin, this is one of the best looking office
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1920s English Art Deco Antique Office Furniture

Materials

Leather, Walnut

4vol Antique Reference Book Set, British Furniture, English, Macquoid, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique 4 volume book set - A History of British Furniture by Percy Macquoid. An
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Office Furniture

Materials

Paper

20th Century Gold German Cubistic Brass Office Lamp, Desk Light by Franz Ehrlich
By Franz Ehrlich
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A gold, vintage Art Deco German cubistic office lamp made of hand crafted polished brass, designed
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Antique Office Furniture

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Metal, Brass

Louis XIII Office Armchair in Leather and Carved Walnut, France, circa 1860
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Large armchair / throne for living room or desk / office. Walnut structure carved on a floral
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1860s French Louis XIII Antique Office Furniture

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Leather, Wood, Walnut

Diminutive Stand / Table Art Deco Skyscraper Furniture Designed by Paul Frankl
By Paul Frankl
Located in Buffalo, NY
Extremely rare stand, table model 2188, designed by Paul Frankl, Skyscraper Furniture, c 1928. when
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Office Furniture

Materials

Wood

19th C. Antique Writing Stand Desk office Inkwell Center Piece Faience Porcelain
Located in West Hollywood, CA
19th C. Antique Writing Stand Desk office Inkwell Center Piece Faience Porcelain . This beautiful
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Early 19th Century European Antique Office Furniture

Materials

Brass, Bronze

19th Century Fantasy Furniture Carved Arboreal Console Table with Carrara Top
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fantasy Furniture style, arboreal console table, having a rectangular top of Carrara marble, on a
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19th Century Italian Antique Office Furniture

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Carrara Marble

Antique Book, Old English Furniture, Illustrated, Reference, Edwardian, C.1910
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique book 'Old English Furniture' by W E Mallett. An English language, illustrated
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Office Furniture

Materials

Paper

Exceptional 18th C. Office Desk Center Table Console Hand Carved Wood Stone CA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Exceptional 18th C. Office Desk Center Table Console Hand Carved Wood Stone CA . Rare large
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Early 18th Century French Antique Office Furniture

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Stone, Marble

Furniture Art Deco in Wood and Glass, France, 1920
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Furniture Art Deco Material: wood and glass Style: Art Deco Country: France We have
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Office Furniture

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Wood, Glass

19th Century English 3-Drawer Oak Bureau Office Desk with Bronze Hardware
Located in Marbella, ES
19th century English 3-drawer oak bureau office desk with bronze hardware.
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Office Furniture

Materials

Wood

Golden Oak Smokers Bow Office or Desk Chair This is a very attractive piece
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Golden Oak Smokers Bow Office or Desk Chair This is a very attractive piece, it is made in Curvy
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19th Century Country Antique Office Furniture

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Oak

Art Deco Furniture, 1920, French , Materials: Wood and glass
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
furniture, clothes and construction elements, (it´s common to see this the old buildings of the historic
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Office Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood, Mirror

Art Deco Furniture, 1920, French, Materials: Wood and Glass
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
port of Buenos Aires with food, but they returned with furniture, clothes and construction elements
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Office Furniture

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Wood, Rosewood, Glass

19th C. Antique Writing Stand Desk Office Inkwell Center Piece Chinese Porcelain
Located in West Hollywood, CA
19th C. Antique writing stand desk Office Inkwell Center Piece Chinese Porcelain . This beautiful
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19th Century French Antique Office Furniture

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Bronze

Rare Piece of Progressive Arts and Crafts Furniture, Bookcase
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Rare Piece of Progressive Arts and Crafts furniture, in golden oak and stained glass This
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Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Office Furniture

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Oak

American swivel office armchair in oak, with leather seat, USA, Circa 1900
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Superb American office armchair in oak and leather seat. USA. Circa 1900 Industrial style, Belle
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Early 1900s American Victorian Antique Office Furniture

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Leather, Wood

Furniture from British India and Ceylon by Amin Jaffer (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
first book to deal in depth with the subject of colonial Indian furniture. It is illustrated throughout
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19th Century Antique Office Furniture

Materials

Paper

Antique Shanxi Province Red Lacquered Elm Dining / Office Chairs, Set of 3
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Shanxi Province Red Lacquered Elm dining / office chairs - Set of 3 These Antique Elm Red
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Office Furniture

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Elm, Lacquer

Antique Swedish Stump Chair, Genuine Country Furniture with Original Red Paint
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique Swedish stump chair with original red paint. The chair is a primitive furniture made by
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Antique Office Furniture

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Pine

Lifetime Furniture Antique Mission Oak Arts Crafts Desk or Library Table
By L. J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in South Bend, IN
Furniture USA, Circa 1900 Beautiful quarter sawn oak, with original hammered copper hardware. Measures
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Office Furniture

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Copper

Furniture in Rosewood and Violet Plated 19th Century
By France"
Located in Madrid, ES
Transition Office - Louvre Museum Furniture in rosewood and violet plated, adorned with chiseled and gilded
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19th Century French Empire Antique Office Furniture

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Wood

Japanned Copper Trash Can Wastebasket Industrial Loft Victorian Factory Office
By Thomas Edison
Located in Hyattsville, MD
A wonderful and still bright japanned finish. This is one of the larger sizes, just over 14 inches high. This is example is free of holes or tears, just scuffs and denting from over ...
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Early 1900s American Late Victorian Antique Office Furniture

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Copper

"Office at Night" from Walker Art Center Lithograph / Poster by Edward Hopper
By Edward Hopper 1
Located in San Diego, CA
A very hard to find "Office at Night (1940)" lithograph / poster by Edward Hopper from The Walker
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Mid-19th Century American Antique Office Furniture

Materials

Paper

Antique Park Furniture Quartersawn Oak Mission Arts Crafts Library Table Desk
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique quartersawn oak library table or desk by The Park Furniture Company of Rushville Indiana
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Early 20th Century American Mission Antique Office Furniture

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Oak

Jugendstil Vintage Armchairs Office Chair No 714 Jacob Josef Kohn circa 1902
By Jacob Josef Kohn
Located in Vienna, AT
Jugendstil armchairs model no 714 designed in Style Otto Wagner, and produced by Jacob & Josef Kohn, 1902. Documented in the company´s catalogue Kohn from 1903. The chairs were made...
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Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Office Furniture

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Plywood, Beech

In Council and Commerce: A Venetian Senator in Robes of Office, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
in a long, flowing red cloak with a white fur trim, which was often a sign of high status and office
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1840s Antique Office Furniture

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Paper

Rare Charles X Office Partners Desk Center Table Console Wood Onyx Stone Bronze
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rare Charles X Office partners desk center table console wood onyx stone bronze. Amboyna is among
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Early 19th Century French Charles X Antique Office Furniture

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Onyx, Stone, Bronze

Rare Large Antique French Art Deco Revolving Bookcase Oak Study Library Office
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
antique oak with a timeless Art Deco base. Decorate your office, living room or study with this marvelous
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Office Furniture

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Oak

Post Office and St. Paul s Cathedral, London – Engraving by J. Shury, ca. 1850
Located in Langweer, NL
Post Office and St. Paul's Cathedral, London – Engraving by J. Shury This finely executed 19th
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1850s Antique Office Furniture

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Paper

19th Century Empire Pendulum from "French National Furniture" Called "The study"
Located in Marseille, FR
Pendulum of national furniture called "The study" of Empire period double patina and gilded bronze
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19th Century French Empire Antique Office Furniture

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Bronze

Antique Oak Bookcase / China Cabinet by Danner Furniture, circa 1910s
By John Danner Co.
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Antique Quarter Sawn Oak Bookcase / China Cabinet by Danner Furniture, c. 1910's. The bookcase is
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Office Furniture

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Glass, Wood

19th Century Side Handmade Garden Table Chairs Furniture Iron Wood Antique LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
19th Century Side Handmade Garden Table Chairs Furniture Iron Wood Antique, LA . Beautiful
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19th Century French Antique Office Furniture

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Iron

19th Century Side Handmade Garden Table Chairs Furniture Iron Wood Antique, LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
19th Century Side Handmade Garden Table Chairs Furniture Iron Wood Antique, LA . Beautiful
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19th Century French Antique Office Furniture

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Iron

3vols Antique Reference Books, English Furniture of the 18th Century, Cescinsky
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique 3 volume set of reference books - English Furniture of the Eighteenth Century
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Early 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Antique Office Furniture

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Paper

Vintage 4 Book Set, History Of British Furniture, English, Reference, Macquoid
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage 4 volume book set - A History of British Furniture by Percy Macquoid. An English
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Antique Office Furniture

Materials

Paper

Big Art Deco Furniture, 1920, French, Materials: walnut wood and Glass
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
furniture, clothes and construction elements, (it´s common to see this the old buildings of the historic
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Office Furniture

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Glass, Wood

Rare 4-piece set of bentwood Salesman Sample furniture made by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Buffalo, NY
This is a rare set of salesman sample furniture made by Thonet, the master of bentwood furniture
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1890s Austrian De Stijl Antique Office Furniture

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Cane, Bentwood

French Rosewood Desk Box for Pencils Office Materials One Drawer, Late 19th C
Located in Labrit, Landes
French box with drawer for pencil and small office equipment. Made circa 1880, in France. Two
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Late 19th Century French Antique Office Furniture

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Brass

Old World House: Its Furniture and Decoration, 2 Volumes, 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
The Old World House: Its Furniture and Decoration, In two volumes, by Herbert Cescinsky. Published
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1920s English Antique Office Furniture

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Paper

Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers Country House Small Bachelor’s Office Bedside
Located in London, GB
size makes it extremely versatile for use in a hallway, office, living room or bedroom. All in all
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Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Office Furniture

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Brass

Catalogue of English Furniture and Woodwork, Vol. III Vol IV, 1st Ed
By Victoria and Albert Museum
Located in valatie, NY
Catalogue of English Furniture and Woodwork, Vol. III and IV. Vol III, Late Stuart to Queen Anne by
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Early 20th Century English Antique Office Furniture

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Paper

Pair Antique Hunt Country Furniture Colonial Pine Wood Hickory Style Side Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Hunt Country Furniture Colonial Pine Wood Hickory Style Side Chairs - a Pair. Circa Early
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Early 20th Century American Colonial Antique Office Furniture

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Pine

Furniture Style, Art Deco in Wood and Glass, France, 1920
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Furniture Art Deco Material: wood, mirror and glass Style: Art Deco Country: France We have
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Office Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood, Mirror

Art Deco Furniture in Wood and parchment leather, 1920, French
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
port of Buenos Aires with food, but they returned with furniture, clothes and construction elements
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Office Furniture

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Wood, Parchment Paper

Arts Crafts Mission Oak Slatted Rocking Chair by Harden C1910
By Harden Furniture 1
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and comfortable arts crafts mission rocker by Harden c1910. Mortise and tenon construction all pegged and with wide slats under the arms and was refinished previously....
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1910s American Mission Antique Office Furniture

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Fabric, Oak

20th century French Oak and Brass Four Drawers Office File Cabinet
Located in LEGNY, FR
Oak office file cabinet with four drawers dating from the 1920s in very good condition. Was used
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1920s French Antique Office Furniture

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Oak

Furniture Masterpieces of Duncan Phyfe by Charles Over Cornelius, 1st Ed 1928
Located in valatie, NY
Furniture Masterpieces of Duncan Phyfe by Charles Over Cornelius. 1st Ed hardcover with dust jacket
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1920s American Antique Office Furniture

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Paper

Girl Scouts Loan Exhibition of Colonial and Early Federal Furniture, 1929
Located in valatie, NY
Girl Scouts Loan Exhibition of Colonial and Early Federal Furniture, Portraits and Glass 1929, by
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1920s American Antique Office Furniture

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Paper

SUPERB Gustav Stickley Early Chalet Magazine Stand "THE NEW FURNITURE" C. 1900
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
for use in your home or office. Gustav Stickley was a great artist. All of the furniture he made was
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Office Furniture

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Oak

Antique Canada Post Office Balance Scale with Cast Metal Base and Brass Accents
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
P.O." on the rear of the base designating it as intended for the post office. This would have been
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Late 19th Century Canadian Late Victorian Antique Office Furniture

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Metal, Brass

Lifetime Furniture Mission Oak Arts Crafts Glass Front Double Bookcase Cabinet
By Stickley Brothers
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful Mission or Arts & Crafts period glass front bookcase cabinet By Lifetime Furniture
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Office Furniture

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Brass

French Repurposed Mobile Suroy Storage Container into a Bar Cart or Office Cart
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
available and they work equally as well in an Office, as they do as a Bar Cart or Nightstand. The Suroy
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1920s French Industrial Antique Office Furniture

Materials

Steel, Iron

A Fine 19th Century Egyptian Revival Figural Bronze Furniture Mount, Circa 1830
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A very attractive 19th century Egyptian Revival bronze furniture mount, cast in the form of a bust
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Early 19th Century French Egyptian Revival Antique Office Furniture

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Bronze

[MISSAL]. L Office De La Semaine Sainte. GILT ARMS OF PHILIPPE II DUC D ORLEANS
Located in Hillsborough, NJ
AUTHOR: [MISSAL]. TITLE: The Office of Holy Week, According to the Messel & Roman Breviary
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Early 1700s British Antique Office Furniture

Materials

Leather

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Antique Office Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of antique office furniture you’re looking for. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and fabric. There are many kinds of the item from our selection of antique office furniture you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A choice in our collection of antique office furniture made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Louis XVI — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one object in our assortment of antique office furniture that is appealing in its simplicity, but Tiffany Studios, Louis Vuitton and Edward F. Caldwell Co. produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Office Furniture?

A piece of antique office furniture can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,648, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $15,675,000.
Questions About Antique Office Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between office furniture and office equipment is function. Office furniture refers to things that allow people to work comfortably within an office. Chairs, desks, credenzas and hutches are some types of office furniture. On the other hand, office equipment refers to items that workers use to complete their daily job tasks. Examples of office equipment include computers, printers, landline telephones and copiers. Explore a large selection of office furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    A piece of furniture is considered an antique if it is at least 100 years old.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, 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, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    Many 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, 2021
    There 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, 2024
    To 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, 2021
    Antique 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, 2024
    Whether 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 ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    How 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, 2021
    The 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
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    PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020

    To 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, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    To tell what your antique furniture is worth, look at sales histories on trusted online platforms and read valuation guides posted on trusted online resources. The maker, type, style, age and condition of your furniture will impact its value. Researching furniture produced by the same maker is a good starting point. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also aid you in the valuation process. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify antique Chinese furniture, look carefully at its details. Chinese craftsmen often built furniture using mortise and tenon joinery, eliminating the need for nails and screws. If you see this type of hardware, your piece is likely not at least 100 years old, especially if the hardware still looks new and shiny. Since antique furniture was handmade, you will normally see slight imperfections, such as tool marks or slight variations in carvings. Pieces that appear completely uniform and pristine are less often genuine antiques.

    When present, maker's marks can also be helpful. Research the marks to learn more about when the maker was active and producing pieces like yours. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your furniture for you.

    Shop an assortment of antique Chinese furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To 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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To 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 ExpertMay 14, 2024
    To 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 ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    To 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.