Skip to main content

Antique Settle Furniture

to
59
449
397
494
232
156
148
143
143
60
57
55
28
23
23
16
16
16
15
14
10
10
9
8
7
7
7
5
5
5
4
4
4
4
3
3
3
2
2
2
1
1
1
8
6
5
4
4
Sort By
Early English Settle/bench In Original Old Surface
Located in Los Angeles, CA
FANTASTIC ORIGINAL OLD SURFACE CHESTNUT PANELED SETTLE IN WORN PATINA AND SIMPLE FORM. THIS EARLY
Category

19th Century American Antique Settle Furniture

Victorian Oak Settle Bench Hall Carved Seat 1850
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Oak finely carved settle with lions head arms and a lift up seat to reveal a storage area Circa
Category

1850s Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

19th Century English Georgian Oak Box Settle Bench
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rustic 19th century English Georgian box settle or hall bench. Crafted from oak featuring a paneled
Category

19th Century English Georgian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Iron

Anique Oak Monks Bench Settle Carved Farmhouse 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing a gorgeous Victorian carved oak settle or monks bench Great piece for a hallway or
Category

1880s Victorian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

RARE EARLY 19THC ORIGINAL PAINTED WINDSOR SETTLE/BENCH
Located in Los Angeles, CA
THIS FANTASTIC ORIGINAL WHITE PAINTED NEW ENGLAND SETTLE HAS REGULAR SPINDLES AND EVERY SIX SPINDLE
Category

19th Century American Antique Settle Furniture

French Carved Oak Bench Settle Renaissance Farmhouse 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing a gorgeous carved oak settle or bench Hopefully the photos illustrate the details
Category

1880s Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Carved Oak Monks Bench English Settle Antique 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing an English hand carved monks bench - also sometimes referred to as a settle These
Category

1880s Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Wood

Carved Oak Monks Bench English Settle Antique 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing an English hand carved monks bench - also sometimes referred to as a settle These
Category

1880s Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Wood

Oak Settle with Fold Down Table, Italy, 18th Century
Located in Austin, TX
Solid oak settle with integrated drop down table. Hand carved detailing throughout with forged
Category

18th Century Italian Rustic Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Iron

Gustavian Settle Sofa Underseat Storage Later White Paint, 19th Century
Located in Lewes, England
Unusual late 1800s Gustavian settle with sunrise marquetry motif, curved arms and a fully sprung
Category

Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Carved Oak Monks Bench English Settle Antique 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing an English hand carved monks bench - also sometimes referred to as a settle These
Category

1880s Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Settle Bench 18th Century Hudson Valley American
Located in Hudson, NY
Beautiful American Fireside settle bench. Complete with elbow rests and gorgeous cutout sides. Item
Category

Late 18th Century American American Colonial Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

19th Century Carved Oak Monks Bench Settle, Hall Table
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
19th century carved oak monks bench settle, hall table. This unusual piece is known as a Monks
Category

Late 19th Century Gothic Antique Settle Furniture

19th Century Welsh High Back Carved Oak Box Settle
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
19th century Welsh high back carved oak box settle The settle has a superbly carved back panel
Category

1890s Gothic Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

English Victorian Gothic Revival Pine Settle c. 1830 s
Located in London, GB
This remarkable 19th Century Victorian Gothic Revival Pine Settle, is a true eye catcher. Its
Category

1830s English Gothic Revival Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Arts Crafts Carved Oak Monks Bench Settle, Hall Table.
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Arts & Crafts carved Oak Monks bench settle, hall table. This useful piece is known as a Monks
Category

1920s Arts and Crafts Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique Continental Box Seat Foyer Settle w/Original Paint
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Outrageous original paint antique Continental box seat settle. Perfect utilized in an entry or
Category

19th Century Antique Settle Furniture

English 18th Century George III Oak Settle with Cushion
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
English Georgian oak five-paneled high back settle with scrolled arms resting on turned supports
Category

Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Settle Furniture

A fine curved and panelled back large Pine Settle
Located in NYC, NY
A large pine settle with a slightly curving form in pine boards. Beautiful panelled back. Wonderful
Category

18th Century and Earlier English Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Arts and Crafts Oak Monks Bench Settle, Hall Table
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Arts and Crafts Oak Monks Bench Settle, Hall table This useful piece is known as a Monks Bench
Category

Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique Arts Crafts Limbert Mission Oak Settle, circa 1910
By Charles Limbert
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts & Crafts mission oak settle by Limbert offers slat back with even arm form
Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

18th Century English Country Blue Painted Wooden Rustic Settle
Located in Montreal, QC
Great 18th century old blue-grey painted wood settle with high concave back and seat, shaped arms
Category

Late 18th Century English Rustic Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Wood

Hand-Carved French Settle with Liftable Armrest, circa 1790
Located in Houston, TX
An exceptional settle with a drop-down armrest, circa 1790, found in France. Hand-carved, heavy and
Category

1790s French Antique Settle Furniture

Massive Elm and Pine Tavern Settle, England, circa 1800
Located in Culver City, CA
Massive Elm and Pine Tavern Settle, England, circa 1800 Constructed from elm and pine in original
Category

Early 1800s English Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Elm, Pine

Antique Arts Crafts Mission Oak Bench Settle, circa 1910
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts & Crafts Mission bench settle offers quarter sawn oak construction with paneled
Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Early 19th Century English Oak Winged Box-Seat Settle
Located in Atlanta, GA
An early 19th century English oak settle with winged sides and hidden compartment under seat.
Category

19th Century English Antique Settle Furniture

18th Century Welsh George III Original Painted Pine Settle
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A beautiful late 18th Century Welsh George III period bow back settle. Constructed in pine, the
Category

Late 18th Century Welsh Country Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Antique 18th Century George III Oak Settle Hall Bench
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique 18th century George III Oak Settle Hall Bench. Beautiful Primitive form with original
Category

18th Century British Rustic Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Late 18th Century English “Box Settle” or Long Bench
Located in Middleburg, VA
Late 18th century English “Box Settle” or long bench. Made of highly figured elm with great depth
Category

1790s English George III Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Elm

Large Early 19th Century Northern Swedish Pine Box Settle
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
Extraordinary large Swedish box settle in pine, wonderful dry surface, this example has never been
Category

Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Wood

English Panel-Back Winged Settle, circa 1830-60, Pine
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
English panel-back winged settle, circa 1830-60, pine. A handsome example with blanket chest seat
Category

Mid-19th Century Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Wood, Pine

Rare 18th Century George I Burr Elm Bacon Settle
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Here We Have A Stunning George I Burr Elm Bacon Settle Circa 1720. This Pieces Carries A
Category

18th Century and Earlier British Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Elm

Victorian Oak Monks Bench Settle Carved Serpent Arms 1850
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing a gorgeous hand carved Victorian monks bench or settle We date this to circa 1850
Category

1850s Victorian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Late 18th Century Carved Primitive Spanish Catalan Settle Bench
Located in Birmingham, AL
A late 18th century primitive settle bench handcrafted in the Catalan region of Spain of mélèze, a
Category

1790s Spanish Primitive Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

German Carved Oak Settle with Curved Armrests, circa 1880
Located in Faversham, GB
A superb German carved oak settle. Featuring two bust finials on its straight crest rail and a high
Category

19th Century German Late Victorian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Late 18th Century Carved Rustic Spanish Catalan Settle Bench
Located in Birmingham, AL
A late 18th century rustic settle bench handcrafted in the Catalan region of Spain of mélèze, a
Category

1790s Spanish Rustic Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Small Scandinavian Pine Bench or Settle 1880-1900 s
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Traditional Swedish bench or settle with storage but in this case a much shorter version that the
Category

1880s Swedish Country Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Italian Carved Settle Hunters Bench Inlay Baroque Carving 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
elaborate piece which features intricately carved details The piece is a hunters bench - or settle - which
Category

1860s Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Wood

Large 19thC English Pine Fruitwood Cupboard Back Settle
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1860 Large 19thC English Pine & Fruitwood Cupboard Back Settle sku 1906 W128 x D55 x H191 cm
Category

19th Century Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Fruitwood, Pine

Grain Painted Antique Hall Bench Settle Settee, 19th Century
Located in Shippensburg, PA
An orderly and precisely built piece, this bench was generally intended in the entryway or hallway of a country home, allowing one to rest to put on or remove shoes before proceeding...
Category

19th Century Antique Settle Furniture

Early 19thc Original Paint Decorated Settle, Signed New Berlin, Pennsylvania
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This early original stencil & hand painted 19thc settle has a wonderful camel & mustard original
Category

19th Century American Antique Settle Furniture

Finely Decorated and Painted 19th Century Settle Bench from Pennsylvania
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This large and deep 19th century original painted and decorated settle bench is made in New Berlin
Category

1830s American American Colonial Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Wood

Late 18th Early 19th Century Barrel Back Pine Tavern Settle
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
Extraordinary pine barrel back tavern settle, remarkable, untouched original condition. Highly
Category

Early 19th Century English Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Wood

18th Century High Backed Oak Settle with Lift Seat Storage
Located in Middleburg, VA
18th Century high backed oak settle with lift seat storage. Pegged construction, shaped arms
Category

18th Century Unknown Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

18th Century and later Carved Oak high back settle/bench
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
18th Century and later carved oak high back settle in good condition with fleur de lis panels over
Category

18th Century Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

A 17th Century style carved oak panel back oak settle
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
A 17th Century style carved oak panel back oak settle. The arcaded top rail above two geometric
Category

19th Century British Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique Arts Crafts Stickley Brothers Mission Oak Settle, Circa 1910
By Stickley Brothers
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique arts and crafts stickley brothers Mission settle offers oak construction with slat back
Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique fine quality Georgian Mahogany Sofa Daybed Settle, 18th Century
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Georgian mahogany settle bench seat 18th-century daybed. A rare (particularly with the original
Category

18th Century Georgian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Stickley Style Arts Crafts Solid Oak Settle or Bench
By L. J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mission oak Arts & Crafts settle or bench In the manner of Stickley USA, early
Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts Crafts Settle Sofa, circa 1900
By Gustav Stickley
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional Mission Arts & Crafts settle sofa or bench By Gustav Stickley (original
Category

Early 19th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts Crafts Settle Sofa, Circa 1900
By Gustav Stickley
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional Mission or Arts & Crafts settle sofa By Gustav Stickley (signed with
Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Antique Arts Crafts Mission Oak Quaint Stickley Bros. School Settle
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Arts & Crafts mission oak Quaint Stickley Bros. School settle features barley twist corner
Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Faux Leather, Oak

Antique Hall Seat, Scottish, Oak, Settle, Gothic Revival, Victorian, 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique hall seat. A Scottish, oak settle in Gothic revival taste, dating to the
Category

Late 19th Century Scottish Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Late 18th Century Large English Pine Bow Back Settle Bench
Located in Milford, NH
A great form large pine bow back settle bench with tongue and groove back, carved arms, conforming
Category

Late 18th Century English Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Antique Tavern Bench, English, Georgian, Painted Pine Settle, circa 1800
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique tavern bench, an English, late Georgian, painted pine settle dating to circa
Category

Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Arts and Crafts Oak Settle Hand Carved Hall Bench Chest
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Gorgeous Victorian hand carved oak settle or hall bench We date this piece to circa 1890 The carved
Category

1890s Victorian Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique Coffer Settle, English, Oak, Hall, Bench, Seat, circa 1700
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique coffer settle, an English oak hall bench seat dating to the early 18th century
Category

Early 18th Century English William and Mary Antique Settle Furniture

Materials

Oak

  • 1
  • ...
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Antique Settle Furniture", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

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
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, antique furniture is in style. Many people appreciate the beauty and handcrafted character of antique furniture and love the idea of owning pieces with a rich history. Remember that style preferences are nothing if not fluid, meaning what's in one year may not be the next. So, in choosing the furniture you're planning to live with, you should pay less attention to interior design fads than to what speaks to you. That way, you can select pieces that will add long-term character to your home. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    To identify your antique furniture, look for an engraving, tag, label or other marking that indicates who produced it. You may find it on the bottom or back of your furniture or inside a drawer or cabinet. Once you have located the marking, you can snap a photo of it and use a reverse image search to try and identify the maker. Or, you can type a description of the mark into a search engine. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to get assistance with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024
    Many antique furniture brands are popular. While trends in collecting do vary over time, some makers consistently remain highly sought after. Among them are J. J.W. Meeks, John Henry Belter, R. J. Horner and Co., Stickley Furniture, George Hepplewhite, Josef Dannhauser, Thomas Chippendale and Thomas Sheridan. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    To know if your furniture is antique, look for labels and markings that indicate the maker. From there, you can use trusted online resources to determine when they were active and examine images to try to estimate the age of your piece. Furniture produced 100 years ago or more is antique. You can also have your furniture assessed by an appraiser or antiques dealer to learn about its age. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Antique furniture can be worth quite a lot, particularly if it is in good quality. The rarer the piece, the higher the value.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Whether antique furniture is making a comeback is a matter of opinion. Many people would argue that antique furniture never faded from fashion, as there have always been individuals who love the idea of owning pieces that have history. Some of the most popular styles for antique furniture include Art Deco, Arts and Crafts, Renaissance Revival, Elizabethan, Gothic Revival, Victorian and Chippendale. Find a large collection of antique furniture from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    To date antique furniture from the UK, first look for identifying markings on the piece. You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active. From there, you may be able to estimate the year of production by looking at images of other furniture the maker produced. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also aid you in the dating process. Find a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    There are a number of factors that can indicate if your antique furniture is valuable. When determining the value of antique furniture, consider its rarity. Additionally, it is important to determine the quality and condition of vintage furniture. If unsure of the value of your vintage furniture, have it appraised.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify antique Chinese furniture, look carefully at its details. Chinese craftsmen often built furniture using mortise and tenon joinery, eliminating the need for nails and screws. If you see this type of hardware, your piece is likely not at least 100 years old, especially if the hardware still looks new and shiny. Since antique furniture was handmade, you will normally see slight imperfections, such as tool marks or slight variations in carvings. Pieces that appear completely uniform and pristine are less often genuine antiques.

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

    Shop an assortment of antique Chinese furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 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
  • PAGODA RED
    PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020

    To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell how old your antique furniture is, research the maker using trusted online resources. You may find that the furniture maker was active for only a short period, giving you the ability to roughly estimate its age. For manufacturers and designers with a long history of production, consider the style of your furniture and look for images of similar pieces published online. Because it may be difficult to date furniture on your own, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To tell what your antique furniture is worth, look at sales histories on trusted online platforms and read valuation guides posted on trusted online resources. The maker, type, style, age and condition of your furniture will impact its value. Researching furniture produced by the same maker is a good starting point. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also aid you in the valuation process. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    How old furniture that is called antique can be is typically at least 100 years. People usually call furniture between 20 and 99 years old vintage. Contemporary is the word for furniture manufactured within the last 20 years. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell antique furniture from reproduction, first check for a maker's mark. By researching the maker associated with the marking using trusted online resources, you can determine when they were active. If the company was in business 100 years ago or more, your piece may be an antique, but if the company's history began more recently, your piece is likely a reproduction. If you can't locate a marking, study the details of the furniture up close. Genuine antiques will often show tool marks and slight variations in carved details because they were typically handcrafted. Most contemporary furniture is machine-made, so you won't usually see these types of characteristics. When in doubt, have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your furniture. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell who made your antique furniture, seek out a maker's marking. Locations of these marks vary, but they are generally in an inconspicuous location. For example, a dresser may have the mark inside a drawer or on the back, while a hallmark on a table is often on a leg or under the tabletop. Once you locate a mark, you can use trusted online resources to identify the maker and learn more about them. If you can't find a marking on your piece, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you with the identification process. Explore a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024
    To be considered antique, furniture must usually be at least 100 years old. Contemporary is the name for furniture produced within the last 20 years. Vintage furniture is at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    To tell the difference between antique and reproduction furniture, first look at hidden areas, such as the backs or insides of the drawers. On reproduction furniture, you may find plywood or engineered wood in these areas, while antique furniture will usually have solid hardwood on drawer interiors and backs. Also, slight irregularities and marks indicating that the furniture was built with hand tools rather than machines usually suggest that the piece is antique. Because it can be difficult to differentiate reproductions from genuine antiques without expertise and training, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer about the age of your piece. Find a diverse assortment of antique furniture on 1stDibs.