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Monumental Chinese Root Scroll Pot
Located in Chicago, IL
Crafted from a gnarled tree root, this container once stored painting scrolls in a scholar’s studio
Category

Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique Monumental Chinese Root Scroll Pot
Monumental Chinese Root Scroll Pot

Monumental Chinese Root Scroll Pot

$1,880
Folk Art Root and Twig Stand
Located in Houston, TX
Folk Art root and twig stand (circa 1910-1940) from South Carolina. Remnants of original, or very
Category

Early 20th Century American Folk Art Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Wood, Bentwood

Antique Folk Art Root and Twig Stand
Folk Art Root and Twig Stand

Folk Art Root and Twig Stand

$2,600
19th Century American Burl Root Armchair
Located in Rochester, NY
19th century American burl root armchair ( laurel or rhododendron ) with beautifully aged original
Category

19th Century American Adirondack Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Burl

Antique 19th Century American Burl Root Armchair
19th Century American Burl Root Armchair

19th Century American Burl Root Armchair

$2,200
Swedish Antique Birch Root Bowl
Located in Kramfors, SE
Swedish antique wooden bowl in birch root. The bowl is of unusually good quality with dense grain
Category

Early 19th Century Swedish Country Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Birch

Swedish Antique Birch Root Bowl
Swedish Antique Birch Root Bowl

Swedish Antique Birch Root Bowl

$2,072
19th Century Birch Root Occasional Table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Good quality Swedish birch root table, circa 1860. Solid burr birch circular top, standing on
Category

Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Birch

Antique 19th Century Birch Root Occasional Table
19th Century Birch Root Occasional Table

19th Century Birch Root Occasional Table

$2,041
Antique Kampung Teak Root Sitting Bench
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Kampung Teak Root Sitting Bench This antique South East Asian chair would be a rustic
Category

Early 20th Century Asian Rustic Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Teak

Antique Kampung Teak Root Sitting Bench
Antique Kampung Teak Root Sitting Bench

Antique Kampung Teak Root Sitting Bench

$3,775
1900 Swedish Birch Root Nightstands
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1900 Swedish birch root nightstands with marble tops. 28.5" height & 15" square
Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Marble

Antique 1900 Swedish Birch Root Nightstands
1900 Swedish Birch Root Nightstands

1900 Swedish Birch Root Nightstands

Swedish Dugout Root Burl Bowl
Located in Greenwich, CT
fine Swedish early 19th century birch root burl bowl of organic form and having a rich patina and
Category

Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Burl

Antique Swedish Dugout Root Burl Bowl
Swedish Dugout Root Burl Bowl

Swedish Dugout Root Burl Bowl

$1,850
Art Deco Root Beer Bakelite Ball Topped Cocktail Picks, Root Beer Bakelite Stand
Located in Nantucket, MA
Set of ten translucent root beer Bakelite ball topped cocktail picks in a tall block stand of
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Antique Art Deco Root Beer Bakelite Ball Topped Cocktail Picks, Root Beer Bakelite Stand
Art Deco Root Beer Bakelite Ball Topped Cocktail Picks, Root Beer Bakelite Stand

Art Deco Root Beer Bakelite Ball Topped Cocktail Picks, Root Beer Bakelite Stand

$495
Primitive Root Bowl, Sweden, circa 1790
Located in Culver City, CA
Primitive root bowl, Sweden, circa 1790. Large sized root-wood bowl with primitive mending
Category

1790s Swedish Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Burl

Primitive Root Bowl, Sweden, circa 1790
Primitive Root Bowl, Sweden, circa 1790

Primitive Root Bowl, Sweden, circa 1790

$1,950
19th Century Alder Root Decorative Box
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Petit Swedish box made from alder root, circa 1870. With working self locking mechanism and key
Category

Late 19th Century Swedish Victorian Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Alder Root Decorative Box
19th Century Alder Root Decorative Box

19th Century Alder Root Decorative Box

$751
Late 19th Century Yew Wood Root Table
Located in London, GB
An unusual late 19th century yew wood root table with a cross grain top and a five-branch root base.
Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Root Furniture

Late 19th Century Yew Wood Root Table
Late 19th Century Yew Wood Root Table

Late 19th Century Yew Wood Root Table

$3,960
19th Century Root Bench or Chaise
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful single mahogany root, sanded and stained dark brown to a high polish. Organic is the new
Category

19th Century Indonesian Organic Modern Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Root Bench or Chaise
19th Century Root Bench or Chaise

19th Century Root Bench or Chaise

$2,900
Mid-18th Century Alder Root Tripod Table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid-18th century alder root tripod table circa 1760 by Jacob Sjolin. Circular top beautifully
Category

Mid-18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Birch

Mid-18th Century Alder Root Tripod Table
Mid-18th Century Alder Root Tripod Table

Mid-18th Century Alder Root Tripod Table

$2,663
Custom Japanese Antique Root Side Table
Located in Asheville, NC
This incredible antique root Japanese side table has is composed from natural roots. It was made
Category

Early 20th Century Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Wood

Custom Japanese Antique Root Side Table
Custom Japanese Antique Root Side Table

Custom Japanese Antique Root Side Table

$2,275
Swedish Gustavian Box in Alder Root
Located in Knivsta, SE
Rare and beautiful box in alder root with a brass handle. Gustavian, late 18th century from cities
Category

1790s Swedish Gustavian Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Brass

Swedish Gustavian Box in Alder Root
Swedish Gustavian Box in Alder Root

Swedish Gustavian Box in Alder Root

$1,658
The Root of Kings Evil, 1835
Located in London, GB
The Root of Kings Evil, 1835 This dark image is in reference to an incident which occurred in
Category

19th Century European Early Victorian Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Paper

The Root of Kings Evil, 1835
The Root of Kings Evil, 1835

The Root of Kings Evil, 1835

$580
A Root s Sculpture Table, Circa 1920
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An occasional or lamp table from tree roots displaying amazing natural curves and textures
Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Root Furniture

A Root s Sculpture Table, Circa 1920
A Root s Sculpture Table, Circa 1920

A Root s Sculpture Table, Circa 1920

Large Root Mahoni Wood Coffee Table
Located in New York, NY
Enormous mahoni wood single root coffee table. This is the wow factor in any space. Also fabulous
Category

19th Century Indonesian Organic Modern Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Reclaimed Wood, Wood

Large Root Mahoni Wood Coffee Table
Large Root Mahoni Wood Coffee Table

Large Root Mahoni Wood Coffee Table

$28,800
Swedish Birch Burl and Root Side Table
Located in New York, NY
An interesting Swedish root and birch burl side table, late 19th century, solid top in two pieces
Category

Late 19th Century Swedish Primitive Antique Root Furniture

Swedish Birch Burl and Root Side Table
Swedish Birch Burl and Root Side Table

Swedish Birch Burl and Root Side Table

$3,900
Swedish Naturally-Bleached Root Wood Bowl
Located in Houston, TX
Swedish naturally-bleached root wood bowl: large hand-carved burled oval-like triangular-shape root
Category

Late 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Wood

Swedish Naturally-Bleached Root Wood Bowl
Swedish Naturally-Bleached Root Wood Bowl

Swedish Naturally-Bleached Root Wood Bowl

$1,600
Swiss Naturalistic Root Wood Base Side Table
Located in Houston, TX
Swiss naturalistic root wood base side table hand-carved circa 1890-1919. Round top raised upon
Category

1890s Swiss Folk Art Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Wood

Swiss Naturalistic Root Wood Base Side Table
Swiss Naturalistic Root Wood Base Side Table

Swiss Naturalistic Root Wood Base Side Table

$2,600
Swedish Alder Root Table Late Gustavian
Located in New York, NY
A round tilt top table made in Sweden during the Karl Johan period. The top made in alder root
Category

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Root Furniture

Swedish Alder Root Table Late Gustavian
Swedish Alder Root Table Late Gustavian

Swedish Alder Root Table Late Gustavian

$5,800
Mid-19th Century Birch Root Occasional Table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid-19th century birch root occasional table circa 1860. Good quality Swedish birch root table
Category

Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Birch

Mid-19th Century Birch Root Occasional Table
Mid-19th Century Birch Root Occasional Table

Mid-19th Century Birch Root Occasional Table

$1,768
Mid 19th century birch root occasional table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 19th century birch root occasional table circa 1860. Good quality Swedish birch root table
Category

1860s Swedish Empire Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Birch

Mid 19th century birch root occasional table
Mid 19th century birch root occasional table

Mid 19th century birch root occasional table

$1,768
Mid 19th Century Birch Root Occasional Table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 19th century birch root occasional table circa 1860. Good quality swedish birch root table
Category

Mid-19th Century Swedish Victorian Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Birch

Mid 19th Century Birch Root Occasional Table
Mid 19th Century Birch Root Occasional Table

Mid 19th Century Birch Root Occasional Table

$1,905 / set
Mid 19th Century Birch Root Occasional Table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 19th century birch root occasional table circa 1860. Good quality Swedish birch root table
Category

Mid-19th Century Swedish Victorian Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Birch

Mid 19th Century Birch Root Occasional Table
Mid 19th Century Birch Root Occasional Table

Mid 19th Century Birch Root Occasional Table

$1,843
19th Century Swedish Root Wood Bowl
Located in Allerum, SE
Provincial root wood bowl in original condition, Sweden, 19th century.
Category

19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Wood

19th Century Swedish Root Wood Bowl
19th Century Swedish Root Wood Bowl

19th Century Swedish Root Wood Bowl

$1,800
Round Carved Root Bowl from Sweden
Located in Houston, TX
Round carved root bowl from Sweden dating to late 19th or early 20th century.
Category

Late 19th Century Swedish Primitive Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Wood

Round Carved Root Bowl from Sweden
Round Carved Root Bowl from Sweden

Round Carved Root Bowl from Sweden

$1,700
Elm Root Wood Table with Splayed Legs
Located in London, GB
An elm root wood tripod table, the top showing the grain of the wood, with splayed branch legs.
Category

Early 20th Century English Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Elm

Elm Root Wood Table with Splayed Legs
Elm Root Wood Table with Splayed Legs

Elm Root Wood Table with Splayed Legs

$2,389
Large Hand-Carved Swedish Root Bowl
Located in Houston, TX
Large hand-carved Swedish root bowl dating to the 19th century. Irregular live-edge and beautiful
Category

Mid-19th Century Swedish Primitive Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Wood

Large Hand-Carved Swedish Root Bowl
Large Hand-Carved Swedish Root Bowl

Large Hand-Carved Swedish Root Bowl

$1,900
Appalachian Willow and Root Wood Corner Table
Located in Houston, TX
Appalachian willow and root wood corner table, constructed circa 1910. This decorative Folk Art
Category

Early 20th Century American Folk Art Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Wood, Bentwood

Appalachian Willow and Root Wood Corner Table
Appalachian Willow and Root Wood Corner Table

Appalachian Willow and Root Wood Corner Table

$2,400
Early 19th Century Chinese Scholars Root Stool
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 19th century Chinese scholars' root stool with three legs and well worn patina.
Category

19th Century Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Elm

Early 19th Century Chinese Scholars Root Stool
Early 19th Century Chinese Scholars Root Stool

Early 19th Century Chinese Scholars Root Stool

$2,280
19th Century Swedish Root Wood Bowls
Located in Allerum, SE
Collection of three 19th century root wood bowls in original condition. Measurements: H 15
Category

19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Root Furniture

19th Century Swedish Root Wood Bowls
19th Century Swedish Root Wood Bowls

19th Century Swedish Root Wood Bowls

$5,300
19th Century Swedish Birch Root Occasional Table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Fine quality birch root occasional table, circa 1870. Scalloped shaped top, with a single
Category

Late 19th Century Swedish High Victorian Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Birch

19th Century Swedish Birch Root Occasional Table
19th Century Swedish Birch Root Occasional Table

19th Century Swedish Birch Root Occasional Table

$3,134
19th Century Russian Root Birch Overmantle Mirror
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century Russian root birch overmantle mirror circa 1830. Made with quality burr birch
Category

Early 19th Century Russian Empire Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Birch

19th Century Russian Root Birch Overmantle Mirror
19th Century Russian Root Birch Overmantle Mirror

19th Century Russian Root Birch Overmantle Mirror

$1,707
19th Century Empire Root Birch Mantle Mirror
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century Russian root birch overmantle mirror circa 1830. Made with quality burr birch
Category

Mid-19th Century Russian Empire Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Birch

19th Century Empire Root Birch Mantle Mirror
19th Century Empire Root Birch Mantle Mirror

19th Century Empire Root Birch Mantle Mirror

$1,570
19th century Biedermeier root birch mantle mirror
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century Biedermeier root birch mantle mirror circa 1830. Made with quality burr birch. Shaped
Category

Mid-19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Birch

19th century Biedermeier root birch mantle mirror
19th century Biedermeier root birch mantle mirror

19th century Biedermeier root birch mantle mirror

$1,495
19th century Biedermeier root birch mantle mirror
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century Biedermeier root birch mantle mirror circa 1830. Made with quality burr birch. Shaped
Category

Early 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Birch

19th century Biedermeier root birch mantle mirror
19th century Biedermeier root birch mantle mirror

19th century Biedermeier root birch mantle mirror

$1,495
Oval-Shaped Swedish Root Wood Bowl
Located in Houston, TX
Oval-shaped Swedish root wood bowl: dated 1883 and signed "N E Lingvist." Retains remnants of early
Category

Late 19th Century Swedish Primitive Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Wood

Oval-Shaped Swedish Root Wood Bowl
Oval-Shaped Swedish Root Wood Bowl

Oval-Shaped Swedish Root Wood Bowl

$1,900
19th century Swedish root bowl - No3
Located in Malton, GB
These original 18th/19th century Swedish root bowls are a decorators dream. They are full of
Category

19th Century Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

19th century Swedish root bowl - No3
19th century Swedish root bowl - No3

19th century Swedish root bowl - No3

$757
19th century Swedish root bowl - No2
Located in Malton, GB
These original 18th/19th century Swedish root bowls are a decorators dream. They are full of
Category

Early 19th Century Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

19th century Swedish root bowl - No2
19th century Swedish root bowl - No2

19th century Swedish root bowl - No2

$682
Large Swedish Root Bowl ca 1730
Located in Farsta, SE
Large Swedish Root Bowl ca 1730 With soft gray tones and a deep patina, this bowl is one of my
Category

1730s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Iron

Large Swedish Root Bowl ca 1730
Large Swedish Root Bowl ca 1730

Large Swedish Root Bowl ca 1730

$1,894
An unusual Root Wood Occasional Wine table
Located in London, GB
A most unusual mid 19th century occasional table, the dished mahogany circular top supported on a inverted vine standing on four branches.
Category

19th Century French Antique Root Furniture

An unusual Root Wood Occasional Wine table
An unusual Root Wood Occasional Wine table

An unusual Root Wood Occasional Wine table

$3,960
Chinese Split Leg Root Table, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
rootwood sculptures coveted by Qing-dynasty elite, this root stool likely has more humble origins. Blade
Category

Mid-19th Century Chinese Organic Modern Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Elm

Chinese Split Leg Root Table, c. 1850
Chinese Split Leg Root Table, c. 1850

Chinese Split Leg Root Table, c. 1850

$3,680
Secretary in Elm and Elm Root
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful secretary made in elm and elm root veneer. Made in Sweden during the second half of the
Category

18th Century and Earlier Swedish Gustavian Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Elm

Secretary in Elm and Elm Root
Secretary in Elm and Elm Root

Secretary in Elm and Elm Root

$5,800
Ancient Teak Root Ball Form Dining Table
Located in Wiscasset, ME
From Bali teak root ball, glass top.
Category

Early 1900s Balinese Organic Modern Antique Root Furniture

Ancient Teak Root Ball Form Dining Table
Ancient Teak Root Ball Form Dining Table

Ancient Teak Root Ball Form Dining Table

$14,400
19th Century Antique Chinese Carved Root Immortal
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19TH CENTURY ANTIQUE CHINESE CARVED ROOT IMMORTAL CIRCA 1890'S 360
Category

19th Century Chinese Antique Root Furniture

19th Century Antique Chinese Carved Root Immortal
19th Century Antique Chinese Carved Root Immortal

19th Century Antique Chinese Carved Root Immortal

$3,500
Swedish Alder Root Box, Early 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
A Swedish highly figured alder root and birch box, early 19th century, with a hinged lid and solid
Category

Early 19th Century Swedish Empire Antique Root Furniture

Swedish Alder Root Box, Early 19th Century
Swedish Alder Root Box, Early 19th Century

Swedish Alder Root Box, Early 19th Century

$850
Exceptional 18th Century Swedish Baroque Alder Root Table
Located in Allerum, SE
root veneer. From the Swedish King Fredrik the 1st period. Ca 1700, Sweden.
Category

Early 18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Wood

Exceptional 18th Century Swedish Baroque Alder Root Table
Exceptional 18th Century Swedish Baroque Alder Root Table

Exceptional 18th Century Swedish Baroque Alder Root Table

$17,000
Set of Three Big Swedish Root Baskets
Located in Farsta, SE
A set of three big swedish root baskets. Made out of pine roots and spruce, circa 1750-1890
Category

Mid-18th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Pine

Set of Three Big Swedish Root Baskets
Set of Three Big Swedish Root Baskets

Set of Three Big Swedish Root Baskets

$1,184
Root or Burr Bowl from England
Located in Austin, TX
An English root or burr bowl of a handsome burled wood. Probably once used as an ale or food bowl
Category

19th Century English Antique Root Furniture

Root or Burr Bowl from England
Root or Burr Bowl from England

Root or Burr Bowl from England

$1,895
French Art Deco Walnut Root Sideboard
Located in Milano, IT
Gorgeous walnut-root sideboard designed in the 1920s, fine French manufacture. The sideboard is
Category

1920s Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Wood

French Art Deco Walnut Root Sideboard
French Art Deco Walnut Root Sideboard

French Art Deco Walnut Root Sideboard

$8,882
Matti Savijärvi, Finnish 1920 s unique root chair
By Matti Savijärvi
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
furniture that exudes character and charm. Each chair is handcrafted from pieces of natural root, making
Category

Early 20th Century Finnish Arts and Crafts Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Wood

Matti Savijärvi, Finnish 1920 s unique root chair
Matti Savijärvi, Finnish 1920 s unique root chair

Matti Savijärvi, Finnish 1920 s unique root chair

$3,505
Swedish Mid 19th Century Alder Root Occasional Table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
century furniture from Sweden. Over sailing top with alder root outer edge and alder cross banding with
Category

Mid-19th Century Swedish Victorian Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Birch

Swedish Mid 19th Century Alder Root Occasional Table
Swedish Mid 19th Century Alder Root Occasional Table

Swedish Mid 19th Century Alder Root Occasional Table

$2,663
Swedish Mid-19th Century Alder Root Occasional Table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
century Furniture from Sweden. Over sailing top with alder root outer edge and alder crossbanding with
Category

Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Elm

Swedish Mid-19th Century Alder Root Occasional Table
Swedish Mid-19th Century Alder Root Occasional Table

Swedish Mid-19th Century Alder Root Occasional Table

$3,072
Swedish mid 19th century alder root occasional table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
furniture from sweden.  Over sailing top with alder root outer edge and alder cross banding with stringing
Category

Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Root Furniture

Materials

Birch

Swedish mid 19th century alder root occasional table
Swedish mid 19th century alder root occasional table

Swedish mid 19th century alder root occasional table

$2,997
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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of antique root furniture you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and metal, every item from our selection of antique root furniture was constructed with great care. There are 26 variations of the antique or vintage choice in our collection of antique root furniture you’re looking for, while we also have 2 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. An object in our assortment of antique root furniture, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Victorian or Arts and Crafts style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one option in this array of antique root furniture that is appealing in its simplicity, but Andrianna Shamaris, Joseph Hicks and Robert Kuo produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Root Furniture?

Prices for a piece of antique root furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $180 and can go as high as $12,500, while the average can fetch as much as $2,500.
Questions About Antique Root Furniture
  • Is antique furniture in style?
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    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 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.

  • How do I know if my furniture is antique?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • 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?
    1 Answer
    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 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.
  • How can I tell who made my antique furniture?
    1 Answer
    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 can you tell antique furniture from reproduction?
    1 Answer
    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 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 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?
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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.

  • How can I tell how old my antique furniture is?
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    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?
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    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 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.
  • 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.

  • 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.

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