Antique Peruvian Furniture

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Mid-18th Century French Antique Peruvian Furniture

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Paper

Plan of Lima and View of Potosí – Peru Bolivia City Plan and Mining View, 1750

$402

Feast of the Sun in Peru: Lighting Sacred Fire and Offering to the Solar Deity

Located in Langweer, NL

Sun in Peru. 1. The upper image shows the lighting of the sacred fire by the Peruvians (Incas) on the

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1720s Antique Peruvian Furniture

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Paper

Feast of the Sun in Peru: Lighting Sacred Fire and Offering to the Solar Deity

$274 Sale Price

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Antique Map of Brazil, Including Part of Colombia, Peru and Chili, c.1880

Located in Langweer, NL

part of Colombia, Peru and Chili. Source unknown, to be determined. Artists and Engravers: Anonymous

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19th Century Antique Peruvian Furniture

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Paper

Antique Map of Brazil, Including Part of Colombia, Peru and Chili, c.1880

$296

Antique Map of Venezuela, New Granada, Ecuador and Peru by a C. Black, 1870

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique map titled 'Venezuela, New Granada, Ecuador and Peru & c'. Original antique map of

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Late 19th Century Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Paper

Antique Map of Venezuela, New Granada, Ecuador and Peru by a C. Black, 1870

$165 Sale Price

20% Off

Antique Print of a Woman from Tapada De Saya, Lima, Peru, South America, 1850

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique costume print titled 'Tapada de Saya'. Old print depicting a woman from Lima, wearing a Saya dress. This print originates from 'Costumes Moderne (Musée de Costumes). Arti...

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19th Century Antique Peruvian Furniture

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Paper

Antique Print of a Woman from Tapada De Saya, Lima, Peru, South America, 1850

$265 Sale Price

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Rare Map of South America of Chili, La Plata, Paraguay, Brazil, Peru, c.1775

Located in Langweer, NL

South America depicting Chili, La Plata, Paraguay, Brazil, Peru, the Amazon and surroundings

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1770s Antique Peruvian Furniture

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Paper

Rare Map of South America of Chili, La Plata, Paraguay, Brazil, Peru, c.1775

$511 Sale Price

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Chancay Pre-Columbian Textile Fragment, Peru ca 1100-1400 AD, Ex Ferdinand Anton

Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon

It is a wonder to behold antiquities such as a pre-Columbian textiles, an authentic piece of art that has been preserved for centuries and that survives generation after generation. ...

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15th Century and Earlier Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Textile

Chancay Pre-Columbian Textile Fragment, Peru ca 1100-1400 AD, Ex Ferdinand Anton

$300

Chancay Pre-Columbian Textile Fragment, Peru ca 1100-1400 AD, Ex Ferdinand Anton

Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon

It is a wonder to behold antiquities such as a pre-Columbian textiles, an authentic piece of art that has been preserved for centuries and that survives generation after generation. ...

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15th Century and Earlier Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Textile

Chancay Pre-Columbian Textile Fragment, Peru ca 1100-1400 AD, Ex Ferdinand Anton

$350

Chancay Pre-Columbian Textile Fragment, Peru ca 1100-1400 AD, Ex Ferdinand Anton

Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon

Pre-Columbian textile fragment. It is a wonder to behold antiquities such as a pre-Columbian textiles, an authentic piece of art that has been preserved for centuries and that surviv...

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15th Century and Earlier Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Textile

Chancay Pre-Columbian Textile Fragment, Peru ca 1100-1400 AD, Ex Ferdinand Anton

$350

Antique Map of Mar del Sur, Chile, Peru, New Guinea and Tierra del Fuego, 1621

Located in Langweer, NL

Uncommon and rare map of Mar del Sur and the coast of Peru. With inset maps of part of New Guinea

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17th Century Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Paper

Antique Map of Mar del Sur, Chile, Peru, New Guinea and Tierra del Fuego, 1621

$888

Cuzco School Painting, Angel With Arquebus, 18th Century

Located in Toronto, CA

, from Peru, most likely 18th Century but possibly later. Oil on linen. Newly mounted on archival board

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18th Century Peruvian Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Linen, Paint

Cuzco School Painting, Angel With Arquebus, 18th Century

$3,900

Spanish Colonial South American Painting Virgin folk art 18th C

Located in London, GB

Peru or Bolivia school 18th century or earlier Oil on canvas, framed size 40 x 34 cms. 16 x 13.5

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Mid-18th Century Peruvian Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Paint

Spanish Colonial South American Painting Virgin folk art 18th C

$1,570

18th Century Cusco School Oil on Canvas Pope Gregory XIII

Located in Hastings, GB

An important and truly exceptional 18th century Cuzco School (Spanish School, Peru) Oil on Canvas

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1720s Peruvian Spanish Colonial Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Canvas

18th Century Cusco School Oil on Canvas Pope Gregory XIII

$21,782

Antique South American Spanish Colonial Folk Art Madonna Santos Figure

Located in London, GB

Spanish Colonial Madonna and Child Peru or Bolivia, late 18th – early 19th century A finely carved

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18th Century Peruvian Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Gesso, Wood

Antique South American Spanish Colonial Folk Art Madonna Santos Figure

$1,707

19th Century Cuzco School Oil On Canvas Archangel Raphael

Located in Hastings, GB

Peruvian Cuzo School Oil on Canvas of the Archangel Raphael, 19th Century. The Cuzco or Cusco

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1840s Peruvian Spanish Colonial Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Canvas

19th Century Cuzco School Oil On Canvas Archangel Raphael

$3,953

Cuzco School Oil on Canvas of Archangel Michael defeating Satan 18th Century

Located in Hastings, GB

Peruvian Cuzco School Oil on Canvas of the Archangel Michael defeating Satan 18th Century. Later

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Late 18th Century Peruvian Baroque Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Cuzco School Oil on Canvas of Archangel Michael defeating Satan 18th Century

$3,291

19th Century Cuzco School Oil On Canvas Archangel Michael

Located in Hastings, GB

Peruvian Cuzo School Oil on Canvas of the Archangel Michael. Canvas has been remounted on new

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Early 19th Century Peruvian Rococo Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Canvas, Paint

19th Century Cuzco School Oil On Canvas Archangel Michael

$2,458

Cuzco School Painting of Our Lady of Pomata, Framed

Located in Bradenton, FL

Our Lady of Pomata Oil on Canvas Painting from the Cuzco School in Colonial Peru. The virgin is

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18th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Giltwood, Paint, Canvas

Cuzco School Painting of Our Lady of Pomata, Framed

$3,675

Cuzco School Revival Painting, C. 1900

Located in Ross, CA

linen, painted in Peru in the early late 19th / early 20th century. Painting by sight: 9.7" x 7.8"

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Early 1900s Peruvian Spanish Colonial Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Paint

Cuzco School Revival Painting, C. 1900

$495

Pre-Columbian Chancay textile mask South American Art Antiques

Located in London, GB

mask, originating from the central coast of Peru and dating to approximately 1000–1450 AD. Chancay

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15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Wool

Pre-Columbian Chancay textile mask South American Art Antiques

$1,297

Framed Nazca Textile Panel with Step Design

Located in Atlanta, GA

An antique textile panel from Nazca culture on the south coast of nowadays Peru circa 600 to 800AD

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15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Pre-Columbian Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Textile

Framed Nazca Textile Panel with Step Design

$3,800

Pre-Columbian Chancay Canteen Vessel South American Antiques

Located in London, GB

Rare Pre-Columbian Chancay Vessel – Peru, C 1000-1450 AD A Rare Pre-Columbian Chancay canteen

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15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Wool

Pre-Columbian Chancay Canteen Vessel South American Antiques

$676

Rare Pre-Columbian Nasca Ceramic Drum Vessel South American art

Located in London, GB

Rare Pre-Columbian Nasca Ceramic Drum Vessel Culture: Nasca (Nazca), South Coast of Peru Period

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15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Rare Pre-Columbian Nasca Ceramic Drum Vessel South American art

$1,026

Framed Large Pre-Columbian Textile with Tie Dye Design Wari Culture

Located in Atlanta, GA

area of modern-day Peru. Woven from a fine wool from camelids, the panel was sewn from three vertical

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15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Pre-Columbian Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Wool

Framed Large Pre-Columbian Textile with Tie Dye Design Wari Culture

$5,500

Spanish Colonial Screen

Located in Mexico, DF

Fantastic Spanish Colonial school screen. Probably from Peru. This screen, with a kind of European

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18th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Antique Peruvian Furniture

Spanish Colonial Screen

$380,000

18th Century Spanish Colonial Cusco School Painting of Saint John The Baptist

Located in Fort Collins, CO

Believed to be original Cusco school portraiture of St. John The Baptist, wielding a cross near the lamb of God. Good Condition. Wear is consistent with age. Minor to moderate paint...

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18th Century Peruvian Baroque Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Canvas, Paint

18th Century Spanish Colonial Cusco School Painting of Saint John The Baptist

$5,400

Pre Columbian Large Chancay Cuchimilco Urn South American Antiques

Located in London, GB

Large Chancay Anthropomorphic Urn Vessel Pre-Columbian, Central Coast of Peru 1000–1450 CE An

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15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Wool

Pre Columbian Large Chancay Cuchimilco Urn South American Antiques

$2,389

Antique South American Spanish Colonial Folk Art Santos Figural Group

Located in London, GB

Antique South American Spanish Colonial Poly chrome Folk Art Santos figure The finely sculptured hard wood figure standing with a cross and bible on a pedestal base, painted in p...

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18th Century Peruvian Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Gesso, Wood

Antique South American Spanish Colonial Folk Art Santos Figural Group

$1,297

Magnificent Spanish Colonial Revival bench Circa 1930 - Escaño

Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR

craftsmanship from circa 1930, originating from Peru. This remarkable piece embodies the rich heritage and

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1920s Peruvian Spanish Colonial Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Wood

Magnificent Spanish Colonial Revival bench Circa 1930 - Escaño

$5,600

Magnificent Rare Early 18th Century Spanish Colonial Table

Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR

those who appreciate historical furniture that can still serve in a contemporary setting. Its generous

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Early 18th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Wood

Magnificent Rare Early 18th Century Spanish Colonial Table

$8,900

San Isidoro Isidro Labrador 19th Century Spanish Colonial Cusco School

Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR

Presenting a rare and captivating Peruvian Cusco School painting from the mid 19th century

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19th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Canvas

San Isidoro Isidro Labrador 19th Century Spanish Colonial Cusco School

$4,800

Framed Pre-Columbian Woven Textile Fragment from Chimu Chancay Culture

Located in Atlanta, GA

and Northern Coast of nowadays Peru. Chancay culture thrived in the late Intermediate period/ late

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15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Pre-Columbian Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Textile, Linen

Framed Pre-Columbian Woven Textile Fragment from Chimu Chancay Culture

$3,200

Pre-Columbian Nazca Polychrome Bowl South American art

Located in London, GB

Pre-Columbian Nazca Polychrome Bowl South Coast Peru, Nazca Culture, c. 200–600 AD A fine hand

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15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Pre-Columbian Nazca Polychrome Bowl South American art

$648

The Assumption of Mary or Dormition of the Virgin 18th Century Spanish Colonial

Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR

This magnificent 18th-century Spanish Colonial oil painting is a remarkable example of religious art, showcasing a stunning depiction of the Dormition of the Virgin. Measuring grandl...

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Early 18th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Canvas

The Assumption of Mary or Dormition of the Virgin 18th Century Spanish Colonial

$19,930

Spanish Colonial Carved Polychrome Wood Panel 18th Century

Located in Bradenton, FL

18th Century Spanish Colonial Religious Wood Panel, Polychromed. Panel features a kneeling saint (or possibly Christ) in prayer as an angel appears from the heavens bearing a chalice...

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18th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Wood

Spanish Colonial Carved Polychrome Wood Panel 18th Century

$2,250

Large Framed Pre-Columbian Embroidered Textile from Chimu Culture

Located in Atlanta, GA

of nowadays Peru. Chancay culture thrived in the late Intermediate period/ late Horizon circa AD

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15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Pre-Columbian Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Textile, Linen

Large Framed Pre-Columbian Embroidered Textile from Chimu Culture

$5,000

Collection of Two Framed Pre-Columbian Textile Panels Chimu Chancay Culture

Located in Atlanta, GA

located in Central and Northern Coast of nowadays Peru. The panels were presented in complimentary mat and

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15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Pre-Columbian Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Textile, Linen

Collection of Two Framed Pre-Columbian Textile Panels Chimu Chancay Culture

$4,800 / set

Large Framed Pre-Columbian Woven Textile Fragment from Chimu Chancay Culture

Located in Atlanta, GA

Central and Northern Coast of nowadays Peru. Chancay culture thrived in the late Intermediate period/ late

Category

15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Pre-Columbian Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Textile, Linen

Large Framed Pre-Columbian Woven Textile Fragment from Chimu Chancay Culture

$3,000

Pre-Columbian Chimu Avian vessel ancient south America Circa 10 -15th century AD

Located in London, GB

Chimu ancient Peru south America Circa 10 -15th century AD Height 18 cm Condition: Fine Provence

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15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Pre-Columbian Chimu Avian vessel ancient south America Circa 10 -15th century AD

$341

Pre Columbian Inca double chambered whistle vessel South Latin American Antiques

Located in London, GB

whistling sound. H 15 l 24 cm Inca Empire South America Inca Peru Bolivia Ecuador C 1400-1533 Condition

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15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Pre Columbian Inca double chambered whistle vessel South Latin American Antiques

$539

Silver-Mounted gaucho spurs – South American Colonial Arts decorative antiques

Located in London, GB

A Fine Old Pair of Gaucho Spurs, Argentina A well-made traditional pair of Argentine Gaucho spurs, crafted in brass with silver plating and highlighted with decorative silver inlays....

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19th Century Peruvian Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Silver, Brass

Silver-Mounted gaucho spurs – South American Colonial Arts decorative antiques

$580

Late 17th Century Our Lady of Sorrows - Spanish Colonial oil on Canvas

Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR

This 17th-century oil on canvas from Spanish Colonial Peru features a striking depiction of Our

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Late 17th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Canvas

Late 17th Century Our Lady of Sorrows - Spanish Colonial oil on Canvas

$7,800

Framed Large Pre-Columbian Woven Textile Fragment from Chimu Chancay Culture

Located in Atlanta, GA

Central and Northern Coast of nowadays Peru. Chancay culture thrived in the late Intermediate period/ late

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15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Pre-Columbian Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Textile, Linen

Framed Large Pre-Columbian Woven Textile Fragment from Chimu Chancay Culture

$3,000

Pair of Spanish Colonial School Reverse Glass Paintings Framed

Located in Bradenton, FL

Pair of 18th Century Spanish Colonial School Reverse Glass Paintings Gold Leaf Carved Frames. Each painting depicts vivid religious scenes rendered in rich color and detail. The comp...

Category

Early 18th Century Peruvian Baroque Revival Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Glass, Giltwood

Pair of Spanish Colonial School Reverse Glass Paintings Framed

$5,500

18th Century Spanish Colonial Bench

Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR

Magnificent 18th Century Spanish Colonial Bench, Circa 1780 A rare and imposing example of late 18th-century Spanish Colonial craftsmanship, this monumental bench stands as a testam...

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1780s Peruvian Spanish Colonial Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Wood

18th Century Spanish Colonial Bench

$8,800

Moche Red Ware Pottery Vessel

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Moche Red Ware Pottery Vessel with man figure. Moche Horizon of Peru, Circa 450 - 550 CE. In

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15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Moche Red Ware Pottery Vessel

$2,000

Saint Joseph - 18th Century Spanish Colonial oil on canvas

Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR

This exquisite 18th-century Peruvian oil on canvas is a masterful example of Spanish Colonial art

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Mid-18th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Canvas

Saint Joseph - 18th Century Spanish Colonial oil on canvas

$6,680

Rare Pre-Columbian Chimu Stirrup Vessel – Sea Plant or Fungi Motif

Located in London, GB

Rare Pre-Columbian Chimu Stirrup Vessel – Sea Plant or Fungi Motif – 12th–14th Century AD, Peru An

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15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Rare Pre-Columbian Chimu Stirrup Vessel – Sea Plant or Fungi Motif

$569 Sale Price

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Early 18th Century Spanish Colonial Oil on Canvas – The Descent from the Cross

Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR

colonial workshops of Peru and New Spain, the work captures the moment of Christ being carefully lowered

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Early 18th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Canvas

Early 18th Century Spanish Colonial Oil on Canvas – The Descent from the Cross

$6,850

Framed Large Pre-Columbian Gauze Textile Panel Chancay Culture

Located in Atlanta, GA

Perro Sin Pelo del Perú, was widely presented in the ceramic and textile art from Moche to Chimu/Chancay

Category

15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Pre-Columbian Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Cotton

Framed Large Pre-Columbian Gauze Textile Panel Chancay Culture

$4,250

Prehistoric South American Moche Red Ware Vessel

Located in Coeur d Alene, ID

Moche Red Ware pottery vessel with copulating motif. Horizon of Peru, Circa 450 - 550 CE. 9” x 5” x

Category

15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Prehistoric South American Moche Red Ware Vessel

$2,000

Late 19th Century Spanish Colonial Style Farm Bench

Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR

presence characteristic of Iberian rural furniture. Crafted from solid hardwood, the bench presents a

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1890s Peruvian Spanish Colonial Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Wood

Late 19th Century Spanish Colonial Style Farm Bench

$2,900

18th Century Spanish Colonial Oil on Canvas of the Immaculate Conception

Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR

18th Century Spanish Colonial Oil on Canvas of the Immaculate Conception A magnificent Spanish Colonial school oil on canvas, 18th century, depicting the Immaculate Conception surrou...

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1750s Peruvian Spanish Colonial Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Canvas

18th Century Spanish Colonial Oil on Canvas of the Immaculate Conception

$6,500

Framed Pre-Columbian Gauze Textile Panel Chancay Culture

Located in Atlanta, GA

. Provenance: From an American collection collected in Peru in 1970s. Hence by descent. Reference: For Chancay

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15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Pre-Columbian Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Cotton

Framed Pre-Columbian Gauze Textile Panel Chancay Culture

$2,600

Published Large Nazca Wari Textile Panel with Geometrical Design Framed

Located in Atlanta, GA

coast of nowadays Peru. Professionally mounted and conversed on a linen-backed wood frame and presented

Category

15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Pre-Columbian Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Textile

Published Large Nazca Wari Textile Panel with Geometrical Design Framed

$12,500

Framed Antique Spanish Colonial Painting Cuzco School

Located in Atlanta, GA

. There are handwritten notes verso indicated that the painting was purchased in Peru in 1966 (see detail

Category

19th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Framed Antique Spanish Colonial Painting Cuzco School

$9,800

Framed Large Nazca Textile Panel with Geometrical Design

Located in Atlanta, GA

A large woven textile panel from Nazca culture on the south coast of nowadays Peru circa 600 to

Category

15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Pre-Columbian Antique Peruvian Furniture

Materials

Textile, Acrylic

Framed Large Nazca Textile Panel with Geometrical Design

$15,000

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Antique Peruvian Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of antique Peruvian furniture on 1stDibs. A piece of antique Peruvian furniture — often made from fabric, wood and metal — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without an item from our selection of antique Peruvian furniture — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A choice in our collection of antique Peruvian furniture is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Folk Art, Georgian and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made object in our assortment of antique Peruvian furniture over the years, but those crafted by America Pedro P. Diaz, Camusso and Daniel Hernandez are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Antique Peruvian Furniture?

Prices for a piece of antique Peruvian furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $175 and can go as high as $380,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,690.

Questions About Antique Peruvian Furniture

How do I identify my antique furniture?
1 Answer
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.
What makes furniture an antique?
1 Answer
1stDibs 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 Answer
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.
How do I know if my furniture is antique?
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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.
What antique furniture is popular?
1 Answer
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.
How do I know if my antique furniture is valuable?
1 Answer
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.
Is antique furniture worth anything?
1 Answer
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.
Is antique furniture making a comeback?
1 Answer
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.
How do I date antique furniture from the UK?
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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.
How old is furniture called antique?
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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.
What is the best finish for antique furniture?
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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
How can I tell if my Chinese furniture is antique?
1 Answer
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.
How can I tell how old my antique furniture is?
1 Answer
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.
How can I tell what my antique furniture is worth?
1 Answer
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.
How do you identify antique Chinese furniture?
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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.

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How can you tell antique furniture from reproduction?
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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.
How can I tell who made my antique furniture?
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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.
How old must furniture be to be considered antique?
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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.
How do you tell the difference between antique and reproduction furniture?
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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.
What’s the difference between vintage and antique furniture?
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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.