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Austrian Narrow Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Unusual primitive narrow settle. 1820. Seat height - 18" Dimensions 86 inches (218 cms) Wide
Category

19th Century Austrian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Beech, Fruitwood

Antique Austrian Narrow Settle
Austrian Narrow Settle

Austrian Narrow Settle

$2,972
Painted Austrian Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Original painted Austrian primitive settle, 1820 Measure: Seat height 20"   Dimensions 79
Category

19th Century Austrian George III Antique Settle Furniture

Antique Painted Austrian Settle
Painted Austrian Settle

Painted Austrian Settle

$1,520
Bleached Hall Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Late 17th century carved and bleached oak hall settle, 1690 Dimensions 66 inches (168 cms) wide
Category

Late 17th Century English Charles II Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique Bleached Hall Settle
Bleached Hall Settle

Bleached Hall Settle

$3,249
Original Painted Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Small 19th c original painted settle. 1860. Seat height is 19". Dimensions 47.5 inches (121
Category

19th Century Austrian Victorian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Antique Original Painted Settle
Original Painted Settle

Original Painted Settle

$2,004
Barrel-Back Settle
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine Welsh barrel back settle having shaped sides, unusual turned internal arms, tenoned seat with
Category

Early 19th Century Georgian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique Barrel-Back Settle
Barrel-Back Settle

Barrel-Back Settle

$9,500
Georgian Settle Bench
Located in Mckinney, TX
A handsome 19th-century English pine settle with a beautiful patinated finish. The masculine lines
Category

Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Antique Georgian Settle Bench
Georgian Settle Bench

Georgian Settle Bench

$1,800
17th Century Oak Settle
Located in Kent, Dover
An English 17th century carved oak settle. Each panel depicting foliage and faces. There are some
Category

1670s English Antique Settle Furniture

Antique 17th Century Oak Settle
17th Century Oak Settle

17th Century Oak Settle

$3,041
Austrian Fruitwood Settle Bench
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Stunning early 19th C Austrian fruitwood settle bench. 1820. Measures: Seat height is 20.5
Category

19th Century Austrian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Fruitwood

Antique Austrian Fruitwood Settle Bench
Austrian Fruitwood Settle Bench

Austrian Fruitwood Settle Bench

$2,834
Original Painted Austrian Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Pretty 19th C original painted Austrian settle bench. 1820. Measure: seat height is 17
Category

19th Century Austrian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Antique Original Painted Austrian Settle
Original Painted Austrian Settle

Original Painted Austrian Settle

$2,558
Original Painted Austrian Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Original painted Austrian settle with lift up lid. Great storage. 1880. Measure: Seat height is
Category

19th Century Austrian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Original Painted Austrian Settle
Original Painted Austrian Settle

Original Painted Austrian Settle

$3,456
Original Painted Austrian Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Good Austrian original painted pine two seater settle with under-seat storage. 1890. Seat height
Category

19th Century Austrian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Original Painted Austrian Settle
Original Painted Austrian Settle

Original Painted Austrian Settle

$2,696
18th Century Swedish Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
18th C Swedish pine open back settle. In need of re-upholstery. 1790. Seat height is 18
Category

18th Century Swedish Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

18th Century Swedish Settle
18th Century Swedish Settle

18th Century Swedish Settle

$3,767
Pretty Painted Austrian Settle
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Very pretty early 19th C Austrian painted pine settle. 1820. Measures: seat height is 15.5
Category

19th Century Austrian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Pretty Painted Austrian Settle
Pretty Painted Austrian Settle

Pretty Painted Austrian Settle

$2,385
18th Century Oak Settle
Located in Martlesham, GB
18th century oak settle / bench the high back with five fielded oak panels flanked by down swept
Category

1780s British Georgian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

18th Century Oak Settle
18th Century Oak Settle

18th Century Oak Settle

$4,493
George III Bacon Settle
Located in London, GB
A George III Provincial bacon settle, West Country, circa 1800, of well figured ash and elm, the
Category

Late 18th Century English George III Antique Settle Furniture

George III Bacon Settle
George III Bacon Settle

George III Bacon Settle

$5,185
19th Century English Settle
Located in High Point, NC
19th century oak settle from England. The top has a lovely scalloped and hand carved decorated
Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

19th Century English Settle
19th Century English Settle

19th Century English Settle

$2,895
Pine Bench or Settle
Located in Baltimore, MD
This long, low pine bench or settle has a gently scalloped camel back above three flat panels. The
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Pine Bench or Settle
Pine Bench or Settle

Pine Bench or Settle

$1,395
Pine Bench or Settle
Located in Baltimore, MD
Antique pine benches or settles are hard to find in the size of this delightful little loveseat
Category

Early 20th Century Dutch Country Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Pine Bench or Settle
Pine Bench or Settle

Pine Bench or Settle

$1,250
Pine Bench or Settle
Located in Baltimore, MD
What a lovely form! These are the shapes and proportions we like to find on Central European benches. The scalloped top rail sits perfectly on the two long flat panels. The integr...
Category

Early 20th Century Hungarian Country Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Pine Bench or Settle
Pine Bench or Settle

Pine Bench or Settle

$1,695
English Tavern Bench, Settle
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Nice English bench, settee from tavern very good and rich oak patina and wear decorative piece.
Category

Late 18th Century British Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

English Tavern Bench, Settle
English Tavern Bench, Settle

English Tavern Bench, Settle

$2,932
18th Century English Georgian Settle
Located in Calgary, Alberta
18th C George III paneled oak settle from Sussex, England. It has a moulded rail to the top above 3
Category

18th Century and Earlier British George III Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Wood

18th Century English Georgian Settle
18th Century English Georgian Settle

18th Century English Georgian Settle

$3,950
19th Century English Pine Settle
Located in Houston, TX
A charming 19th century English pine settle with a tall back, and quirky arms with a well-worn
Category

19th Century English Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Wood

19th Century English Pine Settle
19th Century English Pine Settle

19th Century English Pine Settle

$7,400
19th Century English Oak Settle
Located in High Point, NC
19th century English oak settle with a molded edge at the top following down to two over three hand
Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

19th Century English Oak Settle
19th Century English Oak Settle

19th Century English Oak Settle

$2,495
19th Century English Pine Settle
Located in Chicago, IL
A charming 19th century English pine settle with deep wings on each side, scrolling arms and hand
Category

19th Century English Country Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

19th Century English Pine Settle
19th Century English Pine Settle

19th Century English Pine Settle

$2,450
18th Century English Oak Settle
Located in High Point, NC
18th century English oak settle with a molded edge at the top following down to a hand carved
Category

18th Century English William and Mary Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

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

18th Century English Oak Settle

$3,975
Welsh or English Bacon Settle
Located in Greenwich, CT
Very fine Welsh or English country "bacon" settle having molded cornice over two short cupboard
Category

Mid-18th Century Welsh Georgian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Ash

Welsh or English Bacon Settle
Welsh or English Bacon Settle

Welsh or English Bacon Settle

$14,900
18th Century, English Oak Settle
Located in High Point, NC
18th Century oak settle from England. The top has a molded edge, which has two hand carved bird
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

$3,975
Pine Storage Bench or Settle
Located in Baltimore, MD
What a beauty! This outstanding pine box bench has fluted grooves running the length of the top and bottom back rails. A broad central stile with reeded decoration creates two “wind...
Category

Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Pine Storage Bench or Settle
Pine Storage Bench or Settle

Pine Storage Bench or Settle

$1,995
Pine Box Bench or Settle
Located in Baltimore, MD
This lovely storage bench has a great deal of presence. The unusual top rail is beautifully scalloped with a tall arched crest in the center. A central rectangular splat separates si...
Category

Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Pine Box Bench or Settle
Pine Box Bench or Settle

Pine Box Bench or Settle

$1,795
Painted Pine Bench or Settle
Located in Baltimore, MD
This impressive pine bench has a beautifully formed back with a deep scalloped top rail above two rectangular and one round flat panel. The boldly scrolled arms or sides frame a rais...
Category

Late 19th Century Hungarian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Painted Pine Bench or Settle
Painted Pine Bench or Settle

Painted Pine Bench or Settle

$995
Pine Box Bench or Settle
Located in Baltimore, MD
This outstanding storage bench has a beautiful color and considerable presence. With only a small cut-out at the corners of the otherwise straight top rail, the back rails and stiles...
Category

Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Pine Box Bench or Settle
Pine Box Bench or Settle

Pine Box Bench or Settle

$1,895
18th Century Elm Settle or Hall Bench the Settle Has the Most Wonderfull Patina
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
18th Century elm settle or hall bench The settle has the most wonderfull patina, this is a
Category

18th Century Georgian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Elm

18th Century Elm Settle or Hall Bench the Settle Has the Most Wonderfull Patina
18th Century Elm Settle or Hall Bench the Settle Has the Most Wonderfull Patina

18th Century Elm Settle or Hall Bench the Settle Has the Most Wonderfull Patina

$7,743
English 18th Century Yorkshire Oak Settle
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A fabulous hand carved dark oak settle from the late 1700s has stood the test of time! Settles were
Category

18th Century and Earlier Great Britain (UK) Antique Settle Furniture

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

English 18th Century Yorkshire Oak Settle

$3,695
Early English Pine Settle or Bench
Located in Essex, MA
Antique Country house pine settle or bench 19th-century Circa 1890 Fabulous large and imposing
Category

1890s English Country Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Early English Pine Settle or Bench
Early English Pine Settle or Bench

Early English Pine Settle or Bench

$1,400
Oak 18th Century Welsh Bench Settle
Located in Montreal, QC
18th century Welsh oak hight back bench/settle, beautiful patina and condition.
Category

1780s Welsh Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Oak 18th Century Welsh Bench Settle
Oak 18th Century Welsh Bench Settle

Oak 18th Century Welsh Bench Settle

$6,800
Small 19th Century Scandinavian Pine Settle
Located in Middleburg, VA
Small 19th Century Scandinavian Pine Settle, Unusual small size with Arched paneled back over
Category

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Small 19th Century Scandinavian Pine Settle
Small 19th Century Scandinavian Pine Settle

Small 19th Century Scandinavian Pine Settle

$3,400
Early 18th Century English Oak Settle
Located in High Point, NC
Early 18th century oak settle from England with a paneled back which has hand carved floral
Category

Early 18th Century English William and Mary Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

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

Early 18th Century English Oak Settle

$3,975
Unusually Tall Pair of Sterling Silver Georgian (George III) Candlesticks
By John Thomas Settle
Located in New York, NY
, England, 1818, John & Thomas Settle, makers. Lovely design; removable bobeches. Each measures: 13 inches
Category

19th Century English George III Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Unusually Tall Pair of Sterling Silver Georgian (George III) Candlesticks
Unusually Tall Pair of Sterling Silver Georgian (George III) Candlesticks

Unusually Tall Pair of Sterling Silver Georgian (George III) Candlesticks

$3,250
Painted Pine Box Bench or Settle
Located in Baltimore, MD
This handsome and stately antique pine storage bench has been recently painted by an accomplished Hungarian folk artist. The scalloped back rail rests above two flat panels. The inte...
Category

Late 19th Century Hungarian Folk Art Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Painted Pine Box Bench or Settle
Painted Pine Box Bench or Settle

Painted Pine Box Bench or Settle

$1,495
Painted Pine Storage Bench or Settle
Located in Baltimore, MD
The rails and stiles of the back of this handsome storage bench create three frames, each with a trefoil (three leaf) stylized plant carving in the center. Similarly, one such carvin...
Category

Early 20th Century Hungarian Folk Art Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

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

Painted Pine Storage Bench or Settle

$1,895
Painted Pine Storage Bench or Settle
Located in Baltimore, MD
This lovely storage bench has a long flat back rail scalloped at the corners where it meets the scrolled top of the high arm each end. Two bold stiles divide the back into three comp...
Category

Early 20th Century European Folk Art Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

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

Painted Pine Storage Bench or Settle

$1,895
Painted Pine Storage Bench or Settle
Located in Baltimore, MD
A fretwork crest mounts the back rail of this very clean, beautiful box bench, repainted with a green ground on red stain. Two flat panels with recently executed folk art floral deco...
Category

Early 20th Century Hungarian Folk Art Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

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

Painted Pine Storage Bench or Settle

$1,695
Carved Walnut Leather Savonarola Bench/Settle
Located in Miami, FL
19th century Italian hand-carved walnut Savonarola chair, circa 1880. Having wonderfully carved frame with scrolling arms, aged black leather seat and back, accented with brass roset...
Category

Mid-19th Century European Baroque Antique Settle Furniture

Carved Walnut Leather Savonarola Bench/Settle
Carved Walnut Leather Savonarola Bench/Settle

Carved Walnut Leather Savonarola Bench/Settle

$1,500
19th Century French Carved Oak Settle
Located in High Point, NC
19th century French bench made from oak. The back is exquisitely hand-carved with a central coat of arms, surrounded by decorative carvings. The sides are made up of matching decorat...
Category

19th Century French Baroque Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Carved Oak Settle
19th Century French Carved Oak Settle

19th Century French Carved Oak Settle

$4,975
19th Century Carved Oak Box Settle
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality 19th century carved oak bench. The top of the bench has four detailed carved panels, each with a description below. The carved scenes are as follows (from ...
Category

Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

19th Century Carved Oak Box Settle
19th Century Carved Oak Box Settle

19th Century Carved Oak Box Settle

$5,185
A Pair of George III Silver Candlesticks
By John Thomas Settle
Located in London, GB
T & J Settle, in the city of Sheffield, 1814 Height is 9".
Category

1810s British George III Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Silver

A Pair of George III Silver Candlesticks
A Pair of George III Silver Candlesticks

A Pair of George III Silver Candlesticks

$2,850
17th Century English Oak Settle in Oak
Located in London, GB
17th century English oak settle in oak An antique English 17th century oak settle with small
Category

17th Century English Jacobean Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

17th Century English Oak Settle in Oak
17th Century English Oak Settle in Oak

17th Century English Oak Settle in Oak

$3,387
French 18th Century Small Inlaid Chestnut Settle
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
French 18th century small chestnut settle circa 1790. Delightful piece of rustic breton region
Category

Late 18th Century French Rustic Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Chestnut

French 18th Century Small Inlaid Chestnut Settle
French 18th Century Small Inlaid Chestnut Settle

French 18th Century Small Inlaid Chestnut Settle

$1,866
English Paneled Hall Settle/Bench 1920 s
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
English paneled settle/hall bench.
Category

1920s Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

English Paneled Hall Settle/Bench 1920 s
English Paneled Hall Settle/Bench 1920 s

English Paneled Hall Settle/Bench 1920 s

$1,400
18th Century Jacobean English Oak Box Settle
Located in Savannah, GA
Jacobean English oak box settle with high paneled back. Hinged seat lifts for storage.
Category

Early 1700s English Jacobean Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

18th Century Jacobean English Oak Box Settle
18th Century Jacobean English Oak Box Settle

18th Century Jacobean English Oak Box Settle

$5,795
19th Century Settle Original Yellow Paint
Located in Wiscasset, ME
Mid-19th century, most likely from England but could be American. Great old dry mustard yellow surface and wonderful size 69.5"H x 52"W x 18.25"D.
Category

1850s English Folk Art Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine, Paint

19th Century Settle Original Yellow Paint
19th Century Settle Original Yellow Paint

19th Century Settle Original Yellow Paint

$3,900
Early 19th Century Settle Bench from Portugal
Located in Round Top, TX
A charming early 19th century settle bench from Portugal. The seat lifts to expose a storage area
Category

Early 19th Century Portuguese Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Chestnut, Pine

Early 19th Century Settle Bench from Portugal
Early 19th Century Settle Bench from Portugal

Early 19th Century Settle Bench from Portugal

$2,188
1820 s English Sterling Silver Coasters
By John Thomas Settle
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
cm / 2.7" Maker: Thomas & John Settle Date: 1820 Origin: Sheffield, England Video: A video of
Category

1820s British Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

1820 s English Sterling Silver Coasters
1820 s English Sterling Silver Coasters

1820 s English Sterling Silver Coasters

$3,726
Georgian Oak Settle Bench Seat, 18th Century
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Georgian oak settle bench seat 18th century. Solid and strong, with no loose joints. Full of age
Category

18th Century Georgian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Georgian Oak Settle Bench Seat, 18th Century
Georgian Oak Settle Bench Seat, 18th Century

Georgian Oak Settle Bench Seat, 18th Century

$2,755
Pine and Oak Storage Bench or Settle
Located in Baltimore, MD
This long box bench has a flat top rail, which is gently rounded off at each end to meet the top rail of the high armrest. The back itself is divided into three flat rectangular pan...
Category

Early 20th Century Hungarian Country Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak, Pine

Pine and Oak Storage Bench or Settle
Pine and Oak Storage Bench or Settle

Pine and Oak Storage Bench or Settle

$1,795
Pine and Oak Storage Bench or Settle
Located in Baltimore, MD
The back rail of this handsome pine and oak box bench crests in the center, then follows a broad and graceful line and ends in a little upturn in the back corners. A central reeded ...
Category

Early 20th Century Hungarian Country Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak, Pine

Pine and Oak Storage Bench or Settle
Pine and Oak Storage Bench or Settle

Pine and Oak Storage Bench or Settle

$1,795
17th Century English Oak Panel Back Settle Bench
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
One of the most genuine settles of this type you will find on the internet, circa 1690
Category

17th Century English William and Mary Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

17th Century English Oak Panel Back Settle Bench
17th Century English Oak Panel Back Settle Bench

17th Century English Oak Panel Back Settle Bench

$5,185
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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.
  • 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.
  • 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 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.
  • 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 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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    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 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.

    Shop an assortment of antique Chinese furniture.
  • 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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