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Biedermeier Walnut Armoire, Southern Germany, circa 1830
Located in Greding, DE
Two-door Biedermeier cabinet with flamed walnut veneer and medallion-shaped escutcheons. The sides and doors show double fillings. The corners and beating strips are profiled as is t...
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1830s German Biedermeier Antique Southern Furniture

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Walnut

Biedermeier Cabinet, Franconia / Southern Germany, circa 1820
Located in Greding, DE
Two-door Biedermeier cabinet on plinthed square feet with ebonized mouldings as well as full-columns on the corners. The doors are coffered, and the cornice is slightly flared. Ash, ...
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1820s German Biedermeier Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Ash

19th Century Southern Alpines Cabinet, Barcelonnet, France
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This cabinet is a beautiful light color and has a wonderful patina and iron hardware. It is from the valley of Barcelonnette halfway between the French & Italian Alps. Original key.
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19th Century French Primitive Antique Southern Furniture

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Wood

Painted Provincial Cupboard, Southern Germany, Dated 1808
Located in Greding, DE
Provincial cupboard with beveled corners and profiled cornice standing on bun feet. The single-door body is painted on all sides and shows floral bouquets in paneled frames. The corn...
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Early 1800s German Neoclassical Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Wood

1780s, Bleached Oak Trunk from Southern Europe
Located in High Point, NC
This spacious chest was built in Southern Europe circa 1780. Held up by sturdy feet, the trunk
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Late 18th Century European Rustic Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

A pair of Southern European 18th Century Gueridons
Located in New York, NY
A Pair of Gueridons from Southern part of Europe. Standing on lion feet and decorated with a la
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18th Century and Earlier Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Brass

Large Metal Iron Pot from Southern India
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Large metal iron pot from Southern India known locally as an urli. These Pots were placed directly
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Early 20th Century Indian Folk Art Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Iron

Model House of an American Southern Mansion
Located in Culver City, CA
Beautiful model of an antebellum house with original green paint. Made in America circa 1870.
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19th Century American Country Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Paint, Wood

Biedermeier Cherrywood Secretaire, Southern Germany circa 1820
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier secretaire with writing flap, two-door lower part and top drawer. The interior consists of small drawers and a wide compartment. The writing surface is ebonised. The secr...
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19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Southern Furniture

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Cherry

Biedermeier Secretaire, Southern Germany/Munich, circa 1820
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier cherry secretaire with a two-door base and top drawer. The interior behind the writing flap is comprised of two shelves and one compartment behind a segmental arch as wel...
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1820s German Biedermeier Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Cherry

Biedermeier Secretaire, Southern Germany, circa 1820-1825
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier Secretaire with a two-doored base, one top drawer and lateral three-quarter columns, standing on cylindrical feet. The interior is partly veneered in maple and has six dr...
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1820s German Biedermeier Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Wood

Biedermeier Display Case, Southern Germany, c. 1830
Located in Greding, DE
Three-sided glazed display case with one drawer standing on conical feet. The corners of the corpus are flanked by columns of solid cherry and support the multiple profiled cornice. ...
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1830s German Biedermeier Antique Southern Furniture

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Cherry

American Southern Lazy Susan Dining Table, circa 1830
Located in Charleston, SC
American round dining table with lazy susan mechanism in middle. Walnut and yellow pine.
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Early 19th Century American Antique Southern Furniture

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Walnut

20th Century Southern Pine Table with Lazy Susan
Located in Surrey, BC
A exceptional solid pine table with full dimensional pine, scalloped skirt, fine tapered legs with a 33” lazy susan. This is a very well built hi-quality antique Table was fro...
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Early 1900s American Country Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Pine

Louis Seize Cabinet, Southern Germany / Austria, circa 1780s
Located in Greding, DE
Wonderful Louis Seize cabinet, circa 1780. From Southern Germany / Austria, walnut veneer with
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Late 18th Century German Louis XVI Antique Southern Furniture

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Walnut

Early 20th Century Uruli Vessel from Southern India
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Uruli vessel from Southern India. This uruli, from the early 20th century, is made of bell metal
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Early 20th Century Indian Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Metal

Small Late 18th Century Southern Irish Pine Cabinet
Located in Middleburg, VA
Small 18th century Southern Irish pine cabinet. Made of honey colored Pine with a rich patination
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Late 18th Century Irish Arts and Crafts Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Pine

Hand-painted Folk Armoire, Southern Germany, Dated 1792
Located in Greding, DE
inscribed and dated 1792. A characterful example of Southern German rural Baroque furniture craftsmanship.
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1790s German Antique Southern Furniture

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Wood

Hand-Colored Map of Southern Italy, circa 1720
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
of Sicily's Southern coastline. Ships, sea monsters and two compass roses capped with fleur-de-lis
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1720s European Antique Southern Furniture

Baroque Sculptures, Four Seasons, Southern Germany, 18th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Carved and gilt baroque sculptures of the four seasons, standing on triangular carved plinths, painted like marble.
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18th Century German Baroque Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Wood

Swedish Cushion Cover Agedyna Southern Skane, Early 19th Century
Located in Downingtown, PA
Swedish cushion cover, Probably Jerrestads district, Southern Skane, Early-mid 19th century
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Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Wool

Rare and Fine Federal Mahogany Linen Press with Secretary Desk, circa 1805-1815
Located in Shippensburg, PA
, p. 602-603. Southern Furniture 1680-1830: The Colonial Williamsburg collection, hurst and prown
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1810s American Federal Antique Southern Furniture

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Brass

Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, Southern Germany, 1820s
Located in Greding, DE
Three-drawered Biedermeier chest of drawers with diamond-shaped ebonized escutcheons and mirrored walnut veneer. The legs were replaced.
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1820s German Biedermeier Antique Southern Furniture

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Walnut

Neoclassical Chest of Drawers, Southern Germany, 1790
Located in Greding, DE
Neoclassical chest of drawers standing on angled tapered legs with brass sabots. The chest has two drawers and shows a beautiful cherrywood veneer pattern with inlays accentuating th...
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1790s German Neoclassical Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Cherry

Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, Southern Germany, 1820s
Located in Greding, DE
Three-drawered Biedermeier chest of drawers on s-shaped feet. The body shows ebonized half-columns with guilt capitals and bases, the edges are ebonized as well. Very beautiful dynam...
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1820s German Biedermeier Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, Southern Germany, 1820s
Located in Greding, DE
Three-drawered Biedermeier chest of drawers on square feet. The corners show ebonized half-columns, the drawers are decorated with ebonized escutcheons. Very beautiful cherrywood ven...
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1820s German Biedermeier Antique Southern Furniture

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Cherry

Chest of Drawers, Southern Germany, circa 1810
Located in Greding, DE
Neoclassical style chest of drawers with two drawers and ebonized columns with gold patinated capitals and bases.
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1810s German Neoclassical Antique Southern Furniture

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Cherry

Biedermeier Wall Mirror, Maple, Ebonized, Southern Germany circa 1820
Located in Regensburg, DE
Rectangular Biedermeier wall mirror from South Germany circa 1820. Maple wood veneers on softwood with an ebonized classicist cornice and trims. Restored and hand-polished with shell...
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1820s Biedermeier Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Maple

Biedermeier Side Chair in Cherry, Southern Germany, circa 1820
Located in Greding, DE
An elegant Biedermeier chair crafted from cherrywood, dating to around 1820 in Southern Germany
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Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Southern Furniture

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Cherry

1780s Southern European Wooden Trunk with Original Patina
Located in High Point, NC
Stepping into the elegant interiors of late 18th-century Southern Europe, this wooden trunk from
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Late 18th Century European Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Wood

Rare 18th Century Painted Table Cabinet from Southern Germany
Located in Dallas, TX
This rare and colorful pine wood table cabinet from Southern Germany dates to the 1700s or quite
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18th Century German Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Pine

Hand-Painted Folk Armoire, Southern Germany, dated 1845
Located in Greding, DE
authentic example of 19th-century Southern German folk art.
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1840s German Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Wood

Restored Victorian Southern Gothic Wicker Bamboo Swinging Cradle
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This dark-stained Victorian wicker, rattan, and bamboo cradle possess intricate patterns that give it an almost Gothic quality. An array of symmetrical reed arches and seamless strip...
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Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Southern Furniture

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Wicker

Antique Southern Italian Earthenware Passata Bowls 19th Century
Located in London, GB
Antique (19th Century) Italian passata bowl from the South of Italy - probably Puglia or Calabria. Created to make tomato passata, these homespun terracotta bowls are made of rustic ...
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19th Century Italian Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Terracotta

A Southern French LXIII Period Pinewood Small Cabinet
Located in Atlanta, GA
the rectangular molded edge top above a conforming case with steel hinges and handles, the doors each having two panels and steel hardware, the interior with three shelves and one dr...
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18th Century and Earlier French Antique Southern Furniture

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Pine

18th-19th Century Antique Saw Clock, Southern Germany
Located in Greven, DE
Miniature ascending saw-clock Southern Germany brass, enamel, wood late 18th, early 19th
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Early 19th Century German Antique Southern Furniture

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Brass, Enamel

Antique 5 Lights Gothic Iron Chandelier from Southern France
Located in Dallas, TX
5 lights Gothic iron chandelier from southern France (circa: 1860). New wiring and featuring the
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Mid-19th Century French Gothic Antique Southern Furniture

Biedermeier Wardrobe, Armoire, Walnut, Southern Germany, circa 1830
Located in Greven, DE
period around 1830. The dimensions are measured at the top of the furniture, in the body the dimensions
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19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Southern Furniture

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Walnut

19th Century Southern Backcountry Maple 4-Drawer Chest
Located in Richmond, VA
19th century Southern chest made of tiger eye maple and yellow pine. Piedmont/Appalachian area from
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19th Century American Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Maple, Pine

Louis Seize Mantel Clock, Southern, Germany, circa 1780
Located in Greding, DE
Louis Seize pendulum with enamelled dial with Roman hours and Arabic minutes in a carved wooden case with gold-patinated elements.
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18th Century German Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Wood

Fantastic Baroque Cabinet, circa 1720 - 1750, from Southern Germany
Located in Greding, DE
Fantastic Baroque Cabinet, circa 1720 - 1750, from Southern Germany. Walnut veneer, eboniesed
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Early 18th Century German Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Baroque Chest of Drawers, Southern Germany 1750, Walnut
Located in Belmont, MA
Baroque chest of drawers, Southern Germany 1750, walnut veneer with inlays in plum wood. This
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1750s German Baroque Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Antique Polychrome Lustermannchen Chandelier from Southern Germany, 18th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
record date to the early 1400s, and were only made in Southern Germany. The combination of a carved
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18th Century German Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Iron

Antique 1-Door Pine Cabinet, Southern Germany, circa 1840
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
Antique 1-door pine cabinet, which probably comes from southern Germany. Impressively beautiful
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Mid-19th Century German Louis Philippe Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Fir

Beautiful Original Antique Map of Southern France, ca.1660
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map France titled 'Aquitania'. Beautiful map of Southern France. Depicts from Rochelle on
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1660s Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Paper

Antique Map of Southern India by Churchill, c.1704
Located in Langweer, NL
the southern tip of India and part of Ceylon (Sri Lanka). Originates from 'A Collection of Voyages and
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18th Century Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Paper

13thC. Fantastic, Southern Thai Buddha with a strong Khmer.
Located in Ukiah, CA
Best of its type- 13thC. Fantastic, Southern Thai Buddha with a strong Khmer/Uthong influence
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15th Century and Earlier Thai Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Carved Wood Southern Indian Decorative Ceiling Panel
Located in Atlanta, GA
A 19th century wood carved southern Indian decorative ceiling panel. This antique wooden ceiling
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19th Century Indian Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique Map of Southern India by Baldaeus, circa 1672
By Philip Baldaeus
Located in Langweer, NL
beautiful map is considered one of the foremost sources regarding Dutch settlements in southern India. The
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Late 17th Century Antique Southern Furniture

Antique Map of Southern Italy, Hand-Colored, circa 1720
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
kingdoms of Naples and Sicily, showing the southern half of Italy and much of the Balkans. The map labels
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1720s European Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Paper

Antique Original Painted Armoire, Southern Germany dated 1837
Located in Round Top, TX
Exceptional original paint catches the eye on this lovely armoire. Please review the beautiful details including monogram, date of 1837, canted and painted sides, diamond painted pa...
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19th Century German Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Pine, Paint

Antique Native American Doll, Southern Cheyenne (Plains), 19th Century
Located in Denver, CO
A Plains Indian Female Doll (Southern Cheyenne or possibly Arapaho). Constructed of cloth, native
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19th Century American Native American Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Hide

Southern New Jersey Coast by Francis Augustus Silva (1835-1886)
Located in Dallas, TX
southern New Jersey coast unframed measurements: 10.8" H
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19th Century American Antique Southern Furniture

Original 1920s Great Southern Railway Poster for Ireland "Innisfallen Killarney"
By Walter Till
Located in London, GB
Original vintage railway poster for Ireland, delightful nature scenes Killarney Great Southern
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1920s Irish Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Paper

"Tunison s Southern Texas" by H.C. Tunison, circa 1885
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
This original map Tunison's Southern Texas was published by H.C. Tunison, circa 1885. In true
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1880s Antique Southern Furniture

Guardian Angel Sculpture Attributed to Matthias Faller, Southern Germany
By Matthias Faller
Located in Greding, DE
Life-size sculpture of a Guardian Angel with small child, attributed to Matthias Faller (1707 Neukirsch/Schwarzwald – 1791 St. Märgen). Carved wood, partly guilt and painted.
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1770s German Baroque Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Wood

Two Biedermeier shovel chairs in cherry, Southern Germany, around 1820
Located in Greding, DE
A near pair of Biedermeier shovel chairs in cherry with burl veneer and ebonized thread inlays on the backrest. The chairs stand on square tapered legs, with the rear ones slightly c...
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1820s German Biedermeier Antique Southern Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Cherry

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Antique Southern Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of antique southern furniture available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, paper and hardwood, every item from our selection of antique southern furniture was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of antique southern furniture — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each object in our assortment of antique southern furniture bearing Baroque, Folk Art or Neoclassical hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one option in this array of antique southern furniture that is appealing in its simplicity, but Nicolas Sanson, Baumgartinger and Benoni Irwin produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Southern Furniture?

The average selling price for a piece of antique southern furniture at 1stDibs is $2,950, while they’re typically $72 on the low end and $65,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Antique Southern Furniture
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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
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    PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020

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

  • 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 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 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.
  • 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.