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Arts and Crafts Settle by Harden
By Harden Furniture 1
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Pleased to offer a nice Arts and Crafts quarter sawn oak love seat. This Harden piece retains its original finish.
Category

1910s American Arts and Crafts Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique Arts and Crafts Settle by Harden
Arts and Crafts Settle by Harden

Arts and Crafts Settle by Harden

$1,395
Antique Period Paine Furniture "Lifetime" A&C Settle Stickley era, W8048 SALE
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
This is a PERIOD circa 1910 Arts and Crafts settle sold in the store in Boston MA call PAIN
Category

1910s American Arts and Crafts Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique Period Paine Furniture "Lifetime" A&C Settle Stickley era, W8048 SALE
Antique Period Paine Furniture "Lifetime" A&C Settle Stickley era, W8048 SALE

Antique Period Paine Furniture "Lifetime" A&C Settle Stickley era, W8048 SALE

$2,940 Sale Price
40% Off
Lifetime Antique Mission Oak Arts and Crafts Settle Sofa, Circa 1900
By Lifetime
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period settle sofa By Lifetime USA, Early 20th
Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Leather, Oak

Lifetime Antique Mission Oak Arts and Crafts Settle Sofa, Circa 1900
Lifetime Antique Mission Oak Arts and Crafts Settle Sofa, Circa 1900

Lifetime Antique Mission Oak Arts and Crafts Settle Sofa, Circa 1900

$4,500
Carved Oak Settle
Located in Cheshire, GB
A fine quality antique oak settle, crafted with traditional detail and solid construction. The high
Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique Carved Oak Settle
Carved Oak Settle

Carved Oak Settle

$2,257
Welsh Pine Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Diminutive 19th century Welsh pine settle/ bench with great colour and a lovely small size. 1820
Category

19th Century Welsh Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Antique Welsh Pine Settle
Welsh Pine Settle

Welsh Pine Settle

$3,441
Swedish Painted Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Small 19th century Swedish painted settle. Old paint, 1890. Seat height 16.5" Dimensions
Category

Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Antique Swedish Painted Settle
Swedish Painted Settle

Swedish Painted Settle

$3,372
English Bleached Oak Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
18th century English bleached oak settle. 1760. This will require an upholstered cushion. Seat
Category

18th Century English George III Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique English Bleached Oak Settle
English Bleached Oak Settle

English Bleached Oak Settle

$2,374
Georgian Ash Bacon Settle
Located in London, GB
A George III bacon settle, previously in the collection of noted businessman Charles Harold St John
Category

Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Ash

Antique Georgian Ash Bacon Settle
Georgian Ash Bacon Settle

Georgian Ash Bacon Settle

$14,452
Biedermeier Settle Sofa Quilted Golden Birch Swedish, 19th Century Couch Settle
Located in Lewes, England
Beautiful and very unusual 19th century Swedish antique Biedermeier settle sofa in top grade
Category

Mid-19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Biedermeier Settle Sofa Quilted Golden Birch Swedish, 19th Century Couch Settle
Biedermeier Settle Sofa Quilted Golden Birch Swedish, 19th Century Couch Settle

Biedermeier Settle Sofa Quilted Golden Birch Swedish, 19th Century Couch Settle

$4,349 Sale Price
20% Off
Oak Panel Back Settle
Located in Woodbury, CT
Four shaped panels comprise the back of this antique settle dating to the era of George III. The
Category

18th Century British George III Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Oak Panel Back Settle
Oak Panel Back Settle

Oak Panel Back Settle

$7,600
C19th Carved oak Settle
Located in London, GB
A Charming C19th Carved Oak Settle/Bench Carved on Both Ends Lovely Grain and Colour Storage
Category

Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

C19th Carved oak Settle
C19th Carved oak Settle

C19th Carved oak Settle

$1,995
18th Century English Settle
Located in Cirencester, GB
We sourced this handsome panelled oak settle from The Old House, Aspley Guise, Bedfordshire. Early
Category

Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

18th Century English Settle
18th Century English Settle

18th Century English Settle

$4,115
Traditional Pine Settle Bench
Located in Hudson, NY
A traditional pine settle bench made at the turn of the century. Rectangular panels, clean lines
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Country Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Traditional Pine Settle Bench
Traditional Pine Settle Bench

Traditional Pine Settle Bench

$3,100
Chip Carved Settle Bench
Located in Greenwich, CT
A settle bench with solid arched back and shaped wings, having lift top bench seat revealing
Category

1910s Swedish Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Birch

Chip Carved Settle Bench
Chip Carved Settle Bench

Chip Carved Settle Bench

$5,900
18th Century Oak Settle
Located in Martlesham, GB
18th century Oak settle / bench the high back with five arched fielded oak panels flanked by down
Category

1780s British Georgian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

18th Century Oak Settle
18th Century Oak Settle

18th Century Oak Settle

$3,234
Painted Austrian Settle Bench
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
19th C painted Austrian settle bench. 1880. Seat height is 21". Dimensions 82 inches (208
Category

19th Century Austrian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Painted Austrian Settle Bench
Painted Austrian Settle Bench

Painted Austrian Settle Bench

$2,518
Original Painted Austrian Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Unique original painted pine carved Austrian settle bench. 1820. Seat height is 19
Category

19th Century Austrian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Original Painted Austrian Settle
Original Painted Austrian Settle

Original Painted Austrian Settle

$2,821
Austrian Fruitwood Settle Bench
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Very good early 19th C Austrian fruitwood settle bench. 1820. Seat height is 19.5
Category

19th Century Austrian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Fruitwood

Austrian Fruitwood Settle Bench
Austrian Fruitwood Settle Bench

Austrian Fruitwood Settle Bench

$2,821
Original Painted Austrian Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
19th C original painted Austrian settle bench. 1870. Seat height is 17". Dimensions 75
Category

19th Century Austrian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Beech, Pine

Original Painted Austrian Settle
Original Painted Austrian Settle

Original Painted Austrian Settle

$2,216
Original Painted Austrian Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 19th C original painted Austrian settle bench. 1820. Seat height is 17.5". Dimensions
Category

19th Century Austrian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Original Painted Austrian Settle
Original Painted Austrian Settle

Original Painted Austrian Settle

$2,821
Original Painted Austrian Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Good early 19th C Austrian original painted settle bench. 1820. Measure: Seat height is 17.5
Category

19th Century Austrian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Original Painted Austrian Settle
Original Painted Austrian Settle

Original Painted Austrian Settle

$2,683
19th Century Swedish Settle Bench
Located in Houston, TX
A 19th-century Swedish settle bench crafted from warm, solid pine, combining rustic simplicity with
Category

19th Century Gustavian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

19th Century Swedish Settle Bench
19th Century Swedish Settle Bench

19th Century Swedish Settle Bench

$2,396 Sale Price
20% Off
Swedish Original Painted Settle Bench
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Original painted 18th century Swedish pine settle bench. 1790. Seat height: 21-inches Code
Category

18th Century Swedish Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Swedish Original Painted Settle Bench
Swedish Original Painted Settle Bench

Swedish Original Painted Settle Bench

$4,514
Swedish Original Painted Settle Bench
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Good 18th century Swedish original painted pine settle bench with carved decoration. 1790. Seat
Category

18th Century Swedish Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Swedish Original Painted Settle Bench
Swedish Original Painted Settle Bench

Swedish Original Painted Settle Bench

$4,514
18th Century Catalan Settle Bench
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
An 18th Century primitive Catalan settle bench with warm tones and fabulous patina. Made from large
Category

Late 18th Century Spanish Folk Art Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Walnut

18th Century Catalan Settle Bench
18th Century Catalan Settle Bench

18th Century Catalan Settle Bench

$9,579
19th Century Bleached Chestnut Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
19th century continental scrubbed and naturally bleached chestnut settle with nice wear. 1880
Category

19th Century European Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Chestnut

19th Century Bleached Chestnut Settle
19th Century Bleached Chestnut Settle

19th Century Bleached Chestnut Settle

$2,682
19th Century Swedish Pine Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
19th century Swedish settle with a lovely worn faded timber finish. 1840. Seat height is 20
Category

19th Century Swedish Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

19th Century Swedish Pine Settle
19th Century Swedish Pine Settle

19th Century Swedish Pine Settle

$3,681
English Painted High Back Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Wonderful 19th C English high back settle with a funky original paint finish. 1880. Seat height is
Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

English Painted High Back Settle
English Painted High Back Settle

English Painted High Back Settle

$4,507
18thC English Oak Vernacular Settle
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1790 18thC English Oak Vernacular Settle sku 1841 W155 x D50 x H89 cm Weight 31 kg Seat
Category

18th Century Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

18thC English Oak Vernacular Settle
18thC English Oak Vernacular Settle

18thC English Oak Vernacular Settle

$4,349 Sale Price
28% Off
18th Century Spanish Painted Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Wonderful 18th century Spanish painted pine settle with a drop down table. 1780. Seat height is 24
Category

18th Century Spanish Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

18th Century Spanish Painted Settle
18th Century Spanish Painted Settle

18th Century Spanish Painted Settle

$4,514
Pine Panelled Bench or Settle
Located in Baltimore, MD
This is an extraordinary bench with some unusual features. The top rail is boldly scalloped, rising in art nouveau style waves to a curved crest in the center. The bottom rail belo...
Category

Early 20th Century Hungarian Country Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Pine Panelled Bench or Settle
Pine Panelled Bench or Settle

Pine Panelled Bench or Settle

$1,695
Pine Paneled Bench or Settle
Located in Baltimore, MD
This spritely and delicate-looking but very sturdy bench looks as if it’s standing on its toes. In form it is a departure from the typical Central European bench. Its clear wood ha...
Category

Early 20th Century Hungarian Country Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Pine Paneled Bench or Settle
Pine Paneled Bench or Settle

Pine Paneled Bench or Settle

$1,695
18th Century Carved Oak Settle
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality elaborately carved 18th century oak settle, with flanking arms and
Category

19th Century English Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

18th Century Carved Oak Settle
18th Century Carved Oak Settle

18th Century Carved Oak Settle

$3,441
West Country Oak Bacon Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Stunning 18th C West Country oak bacon settle on an angled corner. Wonderful colour. 1760. Seat
Category

18th Century English George III Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

West Country Oak Bacon Settle
West Country Oak Bacon Settle

West Country Oak Bacon Settle

$7,639
18th Century Spanish Pine Settle
Located in Faversham, GB
A superb 18th century settle in pine. With shapely curved arms and a high backrest featuring three
Category

Mid-18th Century Spanish Rustic Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

18th Century Spanish Pine Settle
18th Century Spanish Pine Settle

18th Century Spanish Pine Settle

$2,328 Sale Price
57% Off
18th Century English Oak Settle
Located in High Point, NC
18th century oak settle from England with a wonderfully hand carved decorated and paneled back and
Category

18th Century English Georgian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

18th Century English Oak Settle
18th Century English Oak Settle

18th Century English Oak Settle

$3,295
A 17th Century High Back Oak Box Settle The Settle has 3 carved back panels
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A 17th Century High Back Oak Box Settle The Settle has 3 carved back panels and further panels at
Category

17th Century Gothic Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

A 17th Century High Back Oak Box Settle The Settle has 3 carved back panels
A 17th Century High Back Oak Box Settle The Settle has 3 carved back panels

A 17th Century High Back Oak Box Settle The Settle has 3 carved back panels

$3,743
Victorian Oak Hall Bench Carved Settle
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Finely carved oak hall bench or settle circa 1890 The bench opens to form a generous storage space
Category

1890s Victorian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Victorian Oak Hall Bench Carved Settle
Victorian Oak Hall Bench Carved Settle

Victorian Oak Hall Bench Carved Settle

$1,926
Pine Camel-Back Bench or Settle
Located in Baltimore, MD
This is a lovely Camel-Back Settle. The nicely scalloped top rail peaks with a double hump in the
Category

Early 20th Century Hungarian Country Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Pine Camel-Back Bench or Settle
Pine Camel-Back Bench or Settle

Pine Camel-Back Bench or Settle

$1,695
Georgian Pine Settle in Original Paint
Located in Kingsbridge, GB
Georgian Pine Settle in Original Paint. Very rare survivor dating from the 1780s. The settle
Category

18th Century English Folk Art Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Georgian Pine Settle in Original Paint
Georgian Pine Settle in Original Paint

Georgian Pine Settle in Original Paint

$2,959
Irish Primitive Pine Settle or Bench
Located in Faversham, GB
A charming early 19th century primitive Irish settle in original untouched condition. The whole
Category

1820s British Primitive Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine, Paint

Irish Primitive Pine Settle or Bench
Irish Primitive Pine Settle or Bench

Irish Primitive Pine Settle or Bench

$6,675
Late 18th Century Georgian Elm Settle
Located in Middleburg, VA
Late 18th Century Georgian Elm Settle. Designed to avoid the wintry drafts. Decorative shaped ends
Category

Late 18th Century Georgian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Wood, Elm

Late 18th Century Georgian Elm Settle
Late 18th Century Georgian Elm Settle

Late 18th Century Georgian Elm Settle

$5,250
English 18th Century Oak Settle Bench
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A circa 1780 English oak settle or bench of stately carved details. With a finely paneled back of
Category

18th Century English Georgian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Textile, Natural Fiber, Oak

English 18th Century Oak Settle Bench
English 18th Century Oak Settle Bench

English 18th Century Oak Settle Bench

$3,900
Pair of French Bleached Oak Settles
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Good pair of 19th C French bleached oak settles. 1890. Seat height is 19 inches. Reference: 8476
Category

19th Century French Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Pair of French Bleached Oak Settles
Pair of French Bleached Oak Settles

Pair of French Bleached Oak Settles

$3,750 / set
Pair of Regency period sterling silver wine coasters hallmarked in 1818
By John Thomas Settle
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1818 by John & Thomas Settle, this attractive pair of Antique, Regency
Category

1810s English Regency Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Regency period sterling silver wine coasters hallmarked in 1818
Pair of Regency period sterling silver wine coasters hallmarked in 1818

Pair of Regency period sterling silver wine coasters hallmarked in 1818

$3,819 / set
18th Century West Country Tavern Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Narrow 18th C West Country tavern settle with old paint and a lovely worn surface. 1780. Seat
Category

18th Century English George III Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Elm, Pine

18th Century West Country Tavern Settle
18th Century West Country Tavern Settle

18th Century West Country Tavern Settle

$2,993
19th Century Heavil Carved Oak Settle
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a very good quality 19th century continental heavily carved oak settle, with a scroll
Category

19th Century Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

19th Century Heavil Carved Oak Settle
19th Century Heavil Carved Oak Settle

19th Century Heavil Carved Oak Settle

$5,161
Pine Painted Storage Bench or Settle
Located in Baltimore, MD
This box bench is full of character. The scalloped back rail peaks with a blunted point and assists the bottom rail and back stiles in enclosing six flat balusters, separated by a c...
Category

Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Pine Painted Storage Bench or Settle
Pine Painted Storage Bench or Settle

Pine Painted Storage Bench or Settle

$1,895
Pine Camel-Back Bench or Settle
Located in Baltimore, MD
This lovely pine bench has many of the features we love to see in a Central European bench. The top rail is boldly scalloped, rising to a double hump in the center and with the bott...
Category

Early 20th Century Hungarian Country Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Pine Camel-Back Bench or Settle
Pine Camel-Back Bench or Settle

Pine Camel-Back Bench or Settle

$1,695
Georgian Oak Settle Bench, circa 1780
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
18th century Welsh oak settle with nailhead trimmed upholstered seat, four fielded panels to the
Category

18th Century Welsh Georgian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Georgian Oak Settle Bench, circa 1780
Georgian Oak Settle Bench, circa 1780

Georgian Oak Settle Bench, circa 1780

$3,950
Early Oak Paneled Back Settle Bench
Located in Greenwich, CT
A tall bench or settle in oak with the back consisting of horizontal panel spanning the width of
Category

Early 18th Century English Jacobean Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Early Oak Paneled Back Settle Bench
Early Oak Paneled Back Settle Bench

Early Oak Paneled Back Settle Bench

$5,500
Early 20the European Primitive Painted Settle
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1900. Early 20thC European primitive painted settle Great decorative form and size
Category

Early 1900s Hungarian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Early 20the European Primitive Painted Settle
Early 20the European Primitive Painted Settle

Early 20the European Primitive Painted Settle

$3,372
Late 17th Century Carved Oak Settle
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
A late 17th century oak settle with well carved back and good original colour and patina; small
Category

Late 17th Century English Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Late 17th Century Carved Oak Settle
Late 17th Century Carved Oak Settle

Late 17th Century Carved Oak Settle

$4,624
Irish Wooden Settle Chair, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Irish; Wooden; Settle chair; 19th century; Table; Lounge chair; Armchair; Bohemian; Ireland; Irish
Category

19th Century Northern Irish Bohemian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Wood

Irish Wooden Settle Chair, 19th Century
Irish Wooden Settle Chair, 19th Century

Irish Wooden Settle Chair, 19th Century

$4,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Paneled Settle Bench with Sled Feet
Located in Greenwich, CT
An 18th century West Country painted pine settle, the raised panel back extending almost to the
Category

1780s English Georgian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Paneled Settle Bench with Sled Feet
Paneled Settle Bench with Sled Feet

Paneled Settle Bench with Sled Feet

$8,500
Large Early Panel Back Oak Settle
Located in Greenwich, CT
A large early English bog oak paneled back settle, circa 1680. Of generous proportions, with a
Category

17th Century English Jacobean Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Large Early Panel Back Oak Settle
Large Early Panel Back Oak Settle

Large Early Panel Back Oak Settle

$14,500
Painted Pine Paneled Bench or Settle
Located in Baltimore, MD
This classic Central European bench form is treated a little differently here. The scalloped back rail ripples gently downward from the high point in the center. The back is cut ou...
Category

Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Painted Pine Paneled Bench or Settle
Painted Pine Paneled Bench or Settle

Painted Pine Paneled Bench or Settle

$1,595
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Antique Settle Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of antique settle furniture for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, oak and pine. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect item from our selection of antique settle furniture — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each choice in our collection of antique settle furniture bearing Georgian, Arts and Crafts or Victorian hallmarks is very popular. A well-made object in our assortment of antique settle furniture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Wylie Lochhead, George Walton and Gustav Stickley are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique Settle Furniture?

Prices for a piece of antique settle furniture start at $95 and top out at $28,500 with the average selling for $3,231.

Finding the Right Benches for You

Don’t underestimate a good bench — antique and vintage benches are storage pieces, stylish accents and statement-making additional seating.

Today, benches are a great option to maximize seating in your house and outdoor space. The perfect option to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere in foyers and entryways, benches can also transform dining areas, making it possible to host a hungry family with limited space. Whether you’re sprucing up your entertaining with upholstered Empire-style benches or adding more options to a dining room that’s seen a farmhouse makeover, this humble furnishing has only become more versatile over the years. Designers have recognized the demand for a good bench, crafting the convenient seating alternative from a range of materials, including wood, iron and even concrete.

Mid-century modern benches from George Nakashima, Charlotte Perriand and the pared-down Platform bench by George Nelson for Herman Miller are classics of innovation, but maybe you’re looking for an unconventional design approach to your home's seating. Opt for something totally outside the box — an antique pine church-pew bench paired with a vintage wool throw and stationed under the mounted coatrack in your mudroom is a distinctive touch.

For your outdoor oasis, a wrought-iron patio bench is the obvious choice but not the only option. An enclosed back patio would do well to inherit a rattan bench with cushions, but it can be susceptible to weathering and should be covered or moved indoors when not in use.

Whatever your seating arrangement needs are, find vintage, new and antique benches for every space on 1stDibs.

Questions About Antique Settle Furniture
  • What is an antique settle?
    2 Answers
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mainly built around the 17th century, antique settles are a type of long bench with a high back and open arms. Settles were made of wood and were fairly simple in construction. You can shop a collection of antique settles from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A settle is a type of large bench, usually with arms and a high back. Popular in England, settles are typically designed to fit three or four people. Many examples from the 17th century survive today. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique and modern settle benches from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 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.
  • 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 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.
  • 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 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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  • 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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    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 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.
  • 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.

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