Skip to main content

Antique Spindle Furniture

to
44
412
144
344
189
189
100
44
35
34
23
23
17
10
8
8
5
5
5
4
4
4
3
3
3
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
8
2
2
2
2
Sort By
Classic Original Early Plank Seat Windsor Spindle Back Hoop Bench or Settee
Located in Hopewell, NJ
An original Windsor 19th century painted hoop spindle back oak bench with an arched back having
Category

19th Century American American Classical Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Oak

French Walnut Side Table with Spindle-Shaped Legs and Cross Stretcher
Located in Atlanta, GA
French walnut side table with single drawer, spindle-shaped legs and cross stretcher from the
Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Set of Sixteen 19th Century Ebonised Swedish Spindle Back Dining Chairs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Large Set Of 16 Chairs Circa 1880. Carved Backs With Inset Spindles, Standing On Turned Legs At
Category

19th Century Swedish Antique Spindle Furniture

19th Century French Uniquely Detailed Child s Chair W. Barley Twist Spindles
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
twist spindles sets the chair apart and compliment the elegant look. Please see photo #2 to get an
Category

Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Antique Set of Eight Early 19th Century Spindle Back Dining Chairs
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
Spindle Back Dining Chairs Having Rushed Seats In Good Order Throughout Raised On Elegant Turned Legs
Category

Early 19th Century English Antique Spindle Furniture

Pair of English Regency 19th Century Mahogany Stools with Turned Spindle Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of English Regency period mahogany stools from the 19th century with turned spindle shaped
Category

19th Century English Regency Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Brass

English 1880s Elm Stools with Turned Legs and Spindle-Shaped Cross Stretchers
Located in Atlanta, GA
, connected to one another through a spindle-shaped cross stretcher, the ensemble resting on elongated arrow
Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Elm

4 Antique Oak Press Back Carved Dining Chairs Cane Seat Spindled
Located in Dayton, OH
Set of four antique oak chairs with neoclassical pressbacks. Features ribbed spindle backs, cane
Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Cane, Oak

4 Antique Oak Press Back Carved Dining Chairs Cane Seat Spindled
Located in Dayton, OH
Set of four antique oak chairs with neoclassical pressbacks. Features ribbed spindle backs, cane
Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Cane, Oak

Harlequin Set of Seven Antique Spindle Back Dining Chairs, circa 1800
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
A harlequin set of Georgian, spindle back, rush seated, dining chairs comprising five singles
Category

18th Century British Country Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Ash, Elm, Oak

Antique French Cabinet Cupboard Brittany Breton Carved Oak TALL Ship Spindle
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique French Cabinet Cupboard Brittany Breton Carved Oak TALL Ship Spindle Trim. Direct from the
Category

Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique Folk Art Green Painted Windsor Spindle Back Side Desk Chair Farmhouse
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Hitchcock style Windsor spindle back side chair painted green with a pink rose accent.   
Category

Early 20th Century Folk Art Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Hardwood, Paint

Indian Antique Cabinet with Pierced Doors, Carved Motifs and Bronze Spindles
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indian antique cabinet from the 19th century, with bronze spindles, carved rosettes and dark
Category

19th Century Indian Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Late 19th Century Austrian Rosewood Spindle Chairs with Cane Seats
Located in East Hampton, NY
Pair of Austrian rosewood spindle chairs with cane seats. Excellent condition for their age
Category

Late 19th Century Antique Spindle Furniture

19TH C. NINE SPINDLE BACK WINDSOR CHAIR IN NATURAL STAIN SURFACE
Located in Los Angeles, CA
THIS EXTENDED ARM 19THC WINDSOR CHAIR HAS A WONDERFUL DARK SURFACE STAIN W/A WONDERFUL WORN PATINA TO THE SEAT. THE WOOD IS CHESTNUT AND CONDITION IS GOOD. THIS CHAIR IS STRONG AND S...
Category

19th Century American Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Chestnut

Early 20th Century, Mahogany Three-Tier Shelf Étagère, Bobbin Spindle Bookcase
Located in Nantucket, MA
A large, three-tiered shelf, mahogany bookcase or étagère with hand turned bobbin spindles. Also
Category

Early 20th Century British Colonial Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Early 20th Century, Mahogany Three-Tier Shelf Étagère, Bobbin Spindle Bookcase
Located in Nantucket, MA
A large, three-tiered shelf, mahogany bookcase or étagère with hand turned bobbin spindles. Also
Category

Early 20th Century Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Arts Crafts Stickley School Oak Five-Shelf Spindled Magazine Rack c1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
Stickley School Arts & Crafts Oak 5 Shelf Spindled Magazine Rack C1920 Measures - 49 5/8" x 31" x
Category

Early 20th Century Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique French Bookcase Cabinet Brittany Breton PETITE Carved Oak Ship Spindle
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique French Bookcase Cabinet Brittany Breton PETITE Carved Oak Ship Spindle. Direct from the
Category

Early 1900s French French Provincial Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Glass, Oak

Set of Four English Spindle-Back Rush Seat Chairs with Rush Seats
Located in Austin, TX
A fine set of four English spindle-back chairs with handsome woven rush seats. Featuring nicely
Category

19th Century English Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Rush, Elm, Oak, Wood

19TH CENTURY TABLE WITH A LATER SET OF 8 SPINDLE BACK CHAIRS
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19TH CENTURY TABLE WITH A LATER SET OF 8 SPINDLE BACK CHAIRS TABLE MEASUREMENTS
Category

19th Century Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Six Antique Oak Larkin Reverse Heart Shape Spindle Pressed Back Dining Chairs
Located in Big Flats, NY
An Antique Set of Six Oak Larkin Reverse Heart Shape Spindle & Pressed Back Dining Chairs Circa
Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Wood

English 1920s Chinese Chippendale Style Bamboo Coat Hanger with Turned Spindles
Located in Atlanta, GA
with its Chinese Chippendale style bamboo frame made of intricate turned spindles. With its exotic
Category

Early 20th Century English Chinese Chippendale Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Bamboo

English Elm Provincial Spindle Back Chairs with Rush Seats, Set of 8
Located in San Francisco, CA
A set of English elm provincial dining chairs with rush seats, each with spindle backs and turned
Category

1890s English Georgian Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Rush, Elm

Stickley Brothers Style Mission Oak Arts Crafts Spindle Arm Chair, Circa 1910
By Stickley Brothers
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission or Arts Crafts period spindle armchair or dining captain chair In the
Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique Victorian Walnut Jenny Lind Spool Bed Youth American Country Spindle
Located in Dayton, OH
American country bed jenny lind bed. Made from walnut with spool turned posts and spindles
Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Four Antique Foliate Pressed Spindle Back Oak Chairs with Caned Seats C1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
Foliate Pressed & Spindle Back Oak Chairs with Caned Seats C1910 Measures - 40 1/4"h x 18"w x 20 1/2"d
Category

Early 20th Century Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Cane, Oak

Stunning Art Deco Spindle Back Lounge Chair in Solid Wood and Bouclé 1940s
Located in Meer, VAN
Art Deco Spindle Back Lounge Chair in Solid Wood and Bouclé. Europe, 1940s. Stunning art deco
Category

Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Pair of English 1870s Rosewood Side Chairs with Cane Seats and Turned Spindles
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of English rosewood side chairs from the 19th century, with turned spindle motifs, cane
Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Rosewood

Very Rare and Important 19th Century Wingback Windsor Spindle Armchair in Ash
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning early 19th century English extra large, Wingback Windsor armchair in ash. I have seen thousands on Windsor armchairs in my time, t...
Category

19th Century English Georgian Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Ash

Lancashire Dining Chairs Antique English Oak Spindle Back Rush Seat - Set of 5
Located in Lake Worth, FL
. Offering One of our recent palm beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of a Set of 5 Lancashire Dining
Category

Late 19th Century Country Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Rush, Oak

Early 1900 s Antique French Breton, Figural Foliate, Carved Oak, Spindled Bed!
Located in Austin, TX
Gorgeous Early 1900'S Antique French Breton, Figural & Foliate, Carved Oak, Spindled Bed! Antique
Category

Early 20th Century French Other Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique American Carved Oak Pressed Back Spindle Dining Chair or Side Chair
By Larkin Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Early American carved oak dining chair or side chair Attributed to Larkin & Co. USA, Circa 1900 Measures: 18"W x 21.75"D x 42.13"H. Seat Height: 17.5" Very goo...
Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Spanish Early 18th Century Walnut Wood Desk with Spindled Legs and Box Stretcher
Located in Atlanta, GA
spindled legs which are stretchered along all bottom sides, in the same design. The finish is a deep, rich
Category

18th Century Spanish Rustic Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Rare Set of 8 Victorian Windsor Spindle Back Dining Chairs Solid Carved Elm
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare set of 8 Victorian Elm Windsor Spindle back
Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Elm

19th Century Jerry Lind Style 3/4 Full Size Cherry Spool Spindle Bed Frame
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique 19th century Jerry Lind style 3/4 size spool spindle bed frame. Item features a "Spool
Category

Late 19th Century North American American Colonial Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Cherry

Antique French Carved Oak Square Dining Table Breton Brittany Game Library Table
Located in Shreveport, LA
included this “ship’s wheel” spindling in their furniture. Traditionally antique furniture from this
Category

Early 1900s French French Provincial Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique Spindle Parlor Chair
Located in Pasadena, CA
Antique spindle parlor chair with new black lacquer finish, original brass casters have been newly
Category

Early 20th Century Antique Spindle Furniture

1820 American Spindled Windsor Bench
Located in Pomona, CA
Fine & rare antique American half-spindled Federal period Windsor bench Baltimore, Circa 1820. The
Category

1820s Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Wood

Turned Spindle Wood Lamp Base
Located in Sheffield, MA
The table lamp base is a turned spindle wood baluster shape painted in a rustic fashion in colors
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Cord, Wood

19th C. Wood Spindle Candlesticks
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Industrial 19th century wooden spool candlesticks with hand poured pear candles.
Category

19th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique Wooden Spindles for Spinning Wool
Located in Sheffield, MA
A collection of 6 rare brightly painted wood spindles for hand spinning yarn mounted on metal
Category

Late 19th Century Asian Folk Art Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Metal

19th Century American Windsor Spindle Back Settee
Located in Rio Vista, CA
featuring a spindle back. The arms and back are topped with round finials that match the feet. The seat
Category

19th Century American Country Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Rush, Maple

Chinese Ming Style Hardwood Spindle Back Bench
Located in San Francisco, CA
A Chinese Ming style hardwood spindle back bench with a paneled seat and spindled sides, supported
Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Ming Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

19th Century American Ebonized Spindle Slipper Chair
Located in Water Mill, NY
Rare 19th century American ebonized spindle upholstered slipper chair.
Category

Late 19th Century North American Aesthetic Movement Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Antique American Windsor Spindle Back Deacons Bench Seat
Located in Sheffield, MA
American colonial style spindle bench, features a single back splat with spindles and arms over a
Category

Early 20th Century American American Colonial Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Wood

American Spindle Back Plank Bench, Late 19th Century
Located in Southampton, NY
American Spindle Back Plank Bench, Late 19th Century. Single long plank bench seat made of a worn
Category

Late 19th Century American American Craftsman Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Wood

19th Century Industrial Maple Spindle Back Drafting Stool
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Antique, late 19th century, industrial, maple and steel, drafting stool features a sculpted spindle
Category

Late 19th Century American Industrial Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Steel

ANTIQUE nice GUSTAV STICKLEY Footstool with Spindles W7573
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
This is a great looking antique Gustav Stickley footstool with fume black finish and spindles. The
Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Oak

Antique Dark Pine Rustic Spindle Back Deacon s Bench
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Crafted from pine, this antique Deacon's bench boasts a rustic aesthetic with its spindle back
Category

Late 19th Century North American Primitive Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Pine

Chinese Lacquered Spindle Back Armchair, c. 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
This curious 19th century spindleback chair defies traditional Qing-dynasty forms. A collection of moments from previous eras, the chair incorporates elements drawn from Chinese carp...
Category

Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Elm

Antique Pine Bench with Spindle Back and Storage
Located in Round Top, TX
turned spindles along the back and arms add to its appeal. Notice the seat is hinged, creating great
Category

Mid-19th Century Danish Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Wood

A 19th Century Antique Spindle Backed Beacons Bench
Located in Bellport, NY
Massachusetts spindle backed Beacons Bench, painted in the old world classic Buxton Blue, and
Category

Late 19th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Wood

Bobbin and Spindle Form Canterbury, Magazine Rack
Located in Huntington, NY
Fabricated from late 19th century industrial spindles and bobbins.   
Category

Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Wood

ANTIQUE Nice GUSTAV STICKLEY Spindled Table, Circa 1908 - W7675
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
ANTIQUE spindled table by Gustav Stickley, Circa 1907 - This is a nice antique Gustav Stickley
Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Oak

19th Century Oak Staircase Spindles and Handrail
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
the 1st floor. Spindles and handrail available only.
Category

Late 19th Century English High Victorian Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Oak

19th Century Antique American Colonial Spindle Back Hitchcock Bench
Located in Philadelphia, PA
19th century antique American colonial spindle back 76" long bench. Item features hand carved
Category

Early 19th Century North American American Colonial Antique Spindle Furniture

Materials

Chestnut, Pine

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

Antique Spindle Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of antique spindle furniture available at 1stDibs. An item from our selection of antique spindle furniture — often made from wood, hardwood and oak — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the choice in our collection of antique spindle furniture you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each object in our assortment of antique spindle furniture bearing Victorian, Arts and Crafts or Georgian hallmarks is very popular. A well-made option in this array of antique spindle furniture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Edward William Godwin, Charles Spindler and George Hunzinger are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique Spindle Furniture?

Prices for a piece of antique spindle furniture start at $85 and top out at $28,500 with the average selling for $2,482.
Questions About Antique Spindle 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 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 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
    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 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
    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 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 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 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 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
  • 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 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 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, 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.