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Art Deco, Hazel-Atlas Cocktail Shaker with White Sailboat on Cobalt Glass
By Hazel-Atlas
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco cobalt glass cocktail shaker with white sailboats and a chrome lid from their Sportsmans
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Unusual Art Deco Cobalt Blue Glass Cocktail Shaker with Applied Glass Handle
Located in Nantucket, MA
Unusual Art Deco cocktail shaker in cobalt blue glass having an applied glass handle and ground
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Farberware Handless "Bubble" Cocktail Shaker with Black and Red Handle
By Farberware
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Art Deco chrome "Bubble" cocktail shaker designed by Omer A. Menard in 1935 for Farberware
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Chrome
English Art Deco Cocktail Shaker with Frosted Bands and Yellow
Green Lines
Located in Nantucket, MA
English Art Deco glass cocktail shaker with double pour-spout mouth and polished pontil, decorated
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Glass
Art Deco Polar Bear Cocktail Shaker and Ice Bowl by Hazel-Atlas
By Hazel-Atlas
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco cocktail shaker and ice bowl from the Sportsmans Series by Hazel-Atlas decorated with
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Antique 20th Century English Solid Silver Cocktail Shaker, Atkin Brothers c.1924
By Atkin Brothers
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 20th Century English sterling silver cocktail shaker, featuring a polished, round, tapered
Category
1920s Other Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Silver
Art Deco Silver Check Cocktail Shaker, Pitcher, Ice Bowl
Six Highball Glasses
Located in Nantucket, MA
Nine-piece Art Deco cocktail suite consisting of a chrome lidded cocktail shaker, handled cocktail
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Glass
Antique Silver Plated Hand Held School Bell Shaped Cocktail or Bar Shaker
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This silver plated cocktail Shaker is unsigned, but presumed to have been made in England in circa
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Brass
ANTIQUE 1909 JOHN GRINSELL
SONS STERLING SiLVER CUT GLASS CRYSTAL SALT SHAKER
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
John Grinsell & Sons salt shaker with Sterling Silver top
A very good looking well made and decorative
Category
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Cocktail Shaker with Bands of Red Squares Between Black Lines
Located in Nantucket, MA
Large Art Deco clear glass cocktail shaker with narrow black lines between bands of red squares and
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Red Enamel Decorated Four Piece Cocktail Shaker / Ice Bucket Suite
Located in Nantucket, MA
suite consists of a cocktail shaker with aluminum top, a decanter with a stopper which doubles as a
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Glass
Edward Charles Brown. Rare set of salt and pepper shakers shaped like owls.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Edward Charles Brown.
Rare set of salt and pepper shakers shaped like owls with inserted red glass
Category
1860s British Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Metal
Charles
George Fox, Victorian Silver Gilt Pepper Shaker, Ruby Glass, 1850
By Charles Thomas Fox
George Fox
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1850 by Charles & George Fox, this striking, Victorian, antique sterling silver pepper pot, features the original gilding and ruby glass liner, and a pieced a...
Category
1850s English Victorian Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Treen Ware Coquilla Nut, Glove Box, Chess Dice Shaker, Lady
s Card Case
Located in Dublin, Ireland
lock, lacking key.
A Lignum Vitae Chess Dice Shaker. Circa 1820.
Ladys Calling Card Case made of
Category
19th Century English Regency Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Brass
Hazel Atlas 11 Piece Cocktail Shaker and 10 Glasses, Cobalt w/ White Sailboats
By Hazel-Atlas
Located in Nantucket, MA
Early 20th century Hazel=Atlas cocktail shaker and 10 glasses in cobalt blue glass with white
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Huge Cocktail Shaker w/ Illustration by The New Yorker Cartoonist D.T. Carlisle
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Clear glass Art Deco cocktail shaker with chrome lid. The glass molded with rings at the shoulder
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Hazel-Atlas Cobalt Cocktail Shaker and 6 Glasses with White Sailboats and Birds
By Hazel-Atlas
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Seven-piece cocktail shaker set from the Sportsmans Series by Hazel-Atlas. Chrome lidded cobalt
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Chrome
ANTIQUE 1844 WILLIAM MOULSON CUT GLASS STERLING SiVLER SUGAR SHAKER MUST SEE!
By William Moulson
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Victorian Sugar Shaker with fully hallmarked Sterling Silver top made by the great silversmith William
Category
1840s English Early Victorian Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
TIFFANY
CO. 1909 John C. Moore Salt-Pepper Shakers In .925 Sterling Silver
By John C. Moore, Tiffany
Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Salt & pepper shakers set designed by Tiffany & Co.
This is a beautiful pair of antique salt and
Category
Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver, Silver
$1,960 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Schofield 1905 Art Nouveau Baltimore Rose Shakers Set in .925 Sterling Silver
By The Schofield Company
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of shakers designed by Schofield.
Beautiful pair of salt and pepper shakers, created in
Category
Early 1900s North American Art Nouveau Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
$559 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Art Deco Ruby Glass 16 Recipe Cocktail Shaker and Four Roly Poly Glasses
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Art Deco ruby glass cocktail shaker with 16 cocktail recipes in white graphics on the tapered
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Silver Plated Shaker with Decor of Poker and Paris Monuments, circa 1925
Located in Paris, FR
Silver plated shaker with a fine chiseled decor in front representing, at the foreground a
Category
1920s French Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Art Deco Cocktail Shaker Set with Hand Painted Black, Red, Orange
Yellow Bands
By Anchor Hocking
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco cocktail shaker and glasses of clear optically ribbed glass with molded rings and hand
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Fine Antique 1960 Art Deco Style EPNS Silver Hallmarked Zeppelin Cocktail Shaker
By Asprey
Garrard Limited
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
cocktail shaker.
A good looking and well made piece, these were made originally for the London elite in
Category
1920s English Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
EPNS
Antique circa 1920 Art Deco Asprey
Co London Silver Plated Cocktail Shaker
By Asprey
Garrard Limited
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
shaker
A good looking and well made piece, these were made for the London elite in the swinging 1920's
Category
1920s English Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Rare Pug French Bulldog Dog Figural Salt Pepper Shaker Antique German 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A rare pug or french bulldog Figurine bought in Germany. It is made of china porcelain and very delicate, this would be a great addition for your collection. It is in nice condition ...
Category
1910s German Folk Art Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Porcelain, Cork
Silver salt and pepper shakers with raised plant elements and a knob on the lid
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Silver salt and pepper shaker with relief plant motifs and a knob on the lid. Metal
Category
19th Century European Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Silver
$550 Sale Price
50% Off
Art Deco Cocktail Shaker with Ice Breaker by Walker and Hall, 1928
By Walker
Hall
Located in Bath, GB
This is a lovely example of an English silver plated cocktail shaker, slightly more unusual in
Category
1920s British Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Estate Art Deco Silver-Plate
Cut Crystal Rapid Mixer Cocktail Shaker, ca 1930
Located in New Orleans, LA
Estate Art Deco silver-plate & cut crystal rapid mixer cocktail shaker, circa 1930.
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Silver Plate
Art Deco Imperial Glass Cocktail Shaker w/ Frosted Ring Base and Etched Rooster
By Imperial Glass Co.
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco clear glass cocktail shaker with center-pour chrome lid. The body of the shaker with a
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Cocktail Shaker w/Red Geometric Design on Clear Glass
Chrome Lid
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Clear glass Art Deco cocktail shaker of tapered form with alternating red enamel bands and
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Large Art Deco Cocktail Shaker with a Gold Rooster and Red Enamel Band
Located in Nantucket, MA
Large art deco glass cocktail shaker with a wide central red enamel bordered with a wavey line and
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Cocktail Shaker Set Designed by Ralph N. Kircher for West Bend
By West Bend
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco period brushed aluminum and Bakelite cocktail shaker set. The shaker with a black Bakelite
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Hong Kong silver, napkin ring and salt shaker in silver. Approx. 1920/30s.
Located in København, Copenhagen
Hong Kong silver, napkin ring and salt shaker in silver.
Approx. 1920/30s.
Both marked with Chinese
Category
1920s Hong Kong Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Silver
Art Deco Sterling Silver Salt and Pepper Shakers by Hans Hansen for Cohr
By Hans Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A rare travel set consisting of salt and pepper shakers in sterling silver. Designed prior to 1920
Category
1920s Danish Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Cobbler Type Cocktail Shaker by Anchor-Hocking in the "Rings" Pattern
By Anchor Hocking
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco cobbler type cocktail shaker by Anchor Hocking in the 'Rings" pattern having a molded
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Omar Ramsden Arts
Crafts Sugar Casters / Shakers 1930 / 33 London
By Omar Ramsden
Located in London, GB
. These Sugar Shakers have a tapered hexagonal shape and stand on spread pedestal feet. The exterior of
Category
1830s English Arts and Crafts Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Skyscraper Cocktail Shaker and 6 Cocktail Glasses w/Blue
Orange Lines
Located in Nantucket, MA
Tall cylindrical Art Deco cocktail shaker with a stepped foot decorated with alternating single
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Fully Restored Vintage Hand Made in France St Hilaire Cocktail Shaker Drink Mix
By Saint Hilaire 1
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
foundry, cocktail shaker
A good looking and well made piece, it is of course a traditional Art Deco
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Silve Plate Cocktail Shaker with Flared Shoulder on a Circular Foot
By Plato
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco silver plate cocktail shaker raised on a circular foot and having a flared shoulder below
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Art Deco, Hazel Atlas Cocktail Shaker with Black Scotties and Red Check Band
By Hazel-Atlas
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco cocktail shaker with black Scottish Terriers over a red check band and with a high domed
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Cobalt Cocktail Shaker and Glasses with Tropical Fish by Hazel-Atlas
By Hazel-Atlas
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco, chrome lidded cobalt blue, cocktail shaker and four cocktail glasses with white tropical
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Engraved Bohemian Crystal Oil and Vinegar Set, a Small Salt Shaker, Napoleon III
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Oil and vinegar set and small salt cellar in engraved Bohemian crystal, Napoleon III period, 19th century.
Oil: H: 24cm, D: 11cm
Vinegar: H: 22.5cm, D: 8cm
Salt cellar: H: 4cm, D: 4cm
Category
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Crystal
Art Deco Cocktail Shaker, Pale Olive Glass, Black Enameled Lid w/Brass Caps
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco, olive green glass footed cocktail shaker with a black enameled steel lid having a brass
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Brass, Steel
Art Deco Cocktail Shaker Flashed Ruby Between Groups of 22 Karat Gold Bands
Located in Nantucket, MA
Clear glass Art Deco cocktail shaker with a wide flashed ruby red band centered between two groups
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Urn-Form Chrome Cocktail Shaker with Molded Columns
Red Lucite Handle
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco chrome cocktail shaker with a translucent red Lucite handle. The urn-form body embellished
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Chrome
ANTIQUE CIRCA 1920 ART DECO MADE IN ITALY STAMPED SiLVER PLATED COCKTAIL SHAKER
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
made in Italy stamped to the base cocktail shaker
A good looking and well made piece, these were made
Category
1920s Italian Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Shiebler Sterling Silver Repoussé Set of 3 Salt, Pepper, and Sugar Shakers from
By George W. Shiebler
Co.
Located in New York, NY
Shiebler sterling silver pair of salt and pepper shakers in a beautiful floral repoussé pattern
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Pair of pear shaped salt
pepper shakers by The Barker Brothers, c. 1912
By Barker Brothers Silver Ltd.
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Pair of Sheffield silver pear shaped pepper castors with pierced tops and gadrooned edges. The castors rest on four lion’s paw feet which originate from four applied lion’s mask moun...
Category
1910s British Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Sheffield Plate
Nine Piece Art Deco Cocktail Shaker Set with 22k Gold and Red Enamel Bands
By West Virginian Glass Company
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Nine piece Art Deco cocktail shaker set, cocktail shaker and 8 footed cocktail glasses with cone
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Chrome
15 Piece Hand Painted Art Deco Cocktail Shaker Set with Red and White Bands
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Fifteen piece hand painted Art Deco cocktail shaker and glasses. A large ring-molded tapered shaker
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Art Deco Silver Plate PH Vogel Cocktail Shaker Form Spirit Measure w/ Funnel Top
By P.H. Vogel
Co.
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Art Ceco silver plate spirit measure / jigger of cobbler type cocktail shaker form in three parts
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Set of 4 Cottle Gilt Sterling Silver Egg-Shaped Salt
Pepper Shakers Late 19th
By S. Cottle
Co.
Located in New York, NY
Set of 4 Cottle gilt sterling silver salt and pepper shakers from the late 19th or early 20th
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Art Deco 8 Piece Farberware "Bubble" Cocktail Shaker Set w/Black and Red Handles
By Farberware
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Hard to find Art Deco 8 piece chrome "Bubble" cocktail shaker set designed by Omer A. Menard in
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Paden City Glass Ruby Glass Cocktail Shaker w/Silver Bands, Chrome Lid
By Paden City
Located in Nantucket, MA
Ruby glass cocktail shaker attributed to Paden City Glass with varying width bands in silver (minor
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Philco Radio Bar Type Cocktail Shaker W/ Red and Black Line Decoration
By Radiobar Corp. and Philco
Located in Nantucket, MA
Large Art Deco cobbler type cocktail shaker of clear glass of stepped tapering form with aluminum
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Art Deco Recipe Cocktail Shaker w/Red Graphics on Clear Glass, Stepped Dome Lid
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Art Deco cocktail shaker in tapered clear glass with red graphics showing recipes for 13 cocktails
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Shaker Furniture
Materials
Chrome
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Antique Shaker Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic piece of antique shaker furniture available at 1stDibs. An item from our selection of antique shaker furniture — often made from metal, silver and wood — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a choice in our collection of antique shaker furniture — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. An object in our assortment of antique shaker furniture made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made option in this array of antique shaker furniture over the years, but those crafted by Tiffany
Co., Gorham Manufacturing Company and Hazel-Atlas are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Antique Shaker Furniture?
A piece of antique shaker furniture can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $910, while the lowest priced sells for $25 and the highest can go for as much as $174,000.
Questions About Antique Shaker Furniture
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024To 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 Answer1stDibs 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 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, 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 ExpertApril 5, 2024To 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 ExpertMay 14, 2024Many 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021There 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 ExpertFebruary 1, 2024To 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, 2021Antique 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, 2024Whether 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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024To 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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024To 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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024To 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 ExpertNovember 13, 2024How 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 5, 2021The 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 REDOctober 7, 2020To 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, 2024To 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, 2024To 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 ExpertMay 14, 2024To 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 ExpertJanuary 25, 2019
The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024To 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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Antique Shaker Cabinet
Penguin Shaker
Pewter Sugar Shaker
Rockwell Cocktail Shaker
Rockwell Silver Overlay
Sterling Porcelain Shaker