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Fred Zimbalist Taj Mahal Music Box Swiss Thorens Movement Circa 1930 Number 29
By Fred Zimbalist
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage circa 1930s Fred Zimbalist Taj Mahal Music Box Swiss Thorens Movement Numbered Handmade
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Anglo Raj Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Metal
Willy Guhl 46 Piece Modular Concrete Cube Bookcase, 1978 Switzerland
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Stunning monumental 46 piece concrete bookcase by Willy Guhl. Made up of 2 different sized hand-made concrete cubes.36 big size and 10 small size, Completely modular and able to be ...
Category
1870s Swiss Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Concrete
$17,600 Sale Price / set
44% Off
Swiss Saucer Planter by Willy Guhl
Located in Dallas, TX
This Swiss saucer planter by Willy Guhl is a 19th century design made from a durable limestone
Category
19th Century Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Limestone
Masterly Crafted w. Edelweiss Flowers Swiss Black Forest Barometer
Thermometer
Located in Lisse, NL
Top museum quality carved Swiss barometer / weather station
This antique barometer is not only
Category
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique Print of Rheineck, St. Gallen, Switzerland
Located in Langweer, NL
Switzerland. This print originates from 'Tombleson's Upper Rhine', published 1832.
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Paper
$151 Sale Price
20% Off
Swiss Flower Planter by Willy Guhl
Located in Dallas, TX
Single flower shape planter. Designed by Willy Guhl. Originates from Switzerland. Circa, 1980's.
Category
19th Century Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Concrete
Swiss Rectangle Planter by Willy Guhl
Located in Dallas, TX
Rectangle shape planter. Made out of a concrete fiberglass composite. Originates from Switzerland
Category
19th Century Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Cement
$2,730 / item
Swiss Rectangle Planter by Willy Guhl
Located in Dallas, TX
Rectangle shape planter. Made out of a concrete fiberglass composite. Originates from Switzerland
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Concrete
Pair of Folk Side Chairs, Swiss Alp, Escabelle
Located in Sherborne, GB
A pair of delightful Swiss escabelle, folk art simple side chairs that are from a long tradition in
Category
Late 19th Century European Folk Art Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Oak
Swiss Rectangle Planter by Willy Guhl
Located in Dallas, TX
. Originates from Switzerland. Circa, 1950.
Category
19th Century Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Cement
$2,730 / item
19th Century Swiss Black Forest Carved Walnut and Fabric Upholstered Armchair
Located in Haarlem, NL
Walnut Black Forest or Schwarzwald chair with back, armrests and seat upholstery in original flower and fruit fabric.
The chair is carved in a branch and vine effect which includes v...
Category
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut
$2,560 Sale Price
20% Off
Beautiful Brienz Bear Counter Desk Bell or Service Ringer, Antique Switzerland
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A great looking hand carved original wooden Folk Art Bear Statue as desk bell. A great piece for a suitable ambiance in a Cabin room or the office of a Hunter or Woodsman. More than ...
Category
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique Swiss Silver
Enamel Miniature Boudoir Clock
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique Swiss silver and pink enamel miniature boudoir clock
Category
1910s Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Vintage Poster Swiss Schaffhauser Wolle Wool Yarn Knitting 1935 Baby in Pink
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Original vintage poster Swiss Schaffhauser Wolle Wool Yarn Knitting 1935 Baby.
This is an original
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Paper
19th Century Swiss Black Forest Carved Walnut Tilt-Top Table with Village Scene
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in Switzerland circa 1860, this exquisite Black Forest occasional table features a round
Category
Mid-19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Rare Nutwood Edelweis Marquetry Chair Swiss Brienz 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Rare Nutwood Edelweis Marquetry Chair Swiss Brienz 1900
A very nice antique Swiss nutwood chair
Category
Early 20th Century German Victorian Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Wood
$1,812 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair Nutwood Edelweis Marquetry Chairs Swiss Brienz 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Pair Nutwood Edelweis Marquetry Chairs Swiss Brienz 1900
A pair wonderful inlayed nutwood chairs
Category
Early 20th Century German Victorian Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
$2,680 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Antique Print of Lake Lauerz, Schwyz, Switzerland
Located in Langweer, NL
Schwyz, Switzerland. Originates from 'Meyers Universum'. Published circa 1850.
Joseph Meyer (May 9
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Paper
$142 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair Nutwood Edelweis Marquetry Chairs Swiss Brienz 1900
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Pair Nutwood Edelweis Marquetry Chairs Swiss Brienz 1900
A pair wonderful inlayed nutwood chairs
Category
Early 20th Century German Victorian Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
$3,052 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Antique Print of the Rhine Falls, Switzerland
Located in Langweer, NL
Switzerland and the most powerful waterfall in Europe. The falls are located on the High Rhine on the border
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Paper
$142 Sale Price
20% Off
Edwardian Brass Carriage Clock with Swiss Movement
Located in Worcester, GB
Edwardian Brass Carriage Clock with Swiss Movement, Early 20th Century
A charming Edwardian period
Category
Early 20th Century European Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique Country Swiss Immigrants Trunk Folk Painted Blanket Chest
Located in Forney, TX
A rare, one-of-a-kind antique, circa 1860, country Swiss folk decorated wood immigrant's travel
Category
Mid-19th Century Swiss Country Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Iron
19th Century Finely Carved Wooden Wall Panel with Sphinx, Dolphins
Scrollwork
By Brienz Switzerland, Black Forest
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This exceptional masterpiece of the 19th Century showcases remarkable craftsmanship with finest detailing. The carved wooden wall panel shows a composition featuring a central mythol...
Category
1880s French Grand Tour Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Wood
19th Century Swiss 18K Gold
Enamel Vinaigrette, Jean-Georges Rémond c.1800
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique early-19th Century Swiss 18k gold vinaigrette, of rectangular form with cut corners, the
Category
19th Century Swiss Other Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Gold, Enamel
Pair of 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Carved Walnut Hunt Trophy Sculptures
Located in Dallas, TX
This remarkable pair of wall trophies was hand carved in Switzerland’s Black Forest region circa
Category
Mid-19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Rare Swiss Black Forest Blacksmiths Anvil Tobacco Jar Compendium with Secret
By Black Forest
Located in Newark, England
rare and unusual Swiss Black Forest carving of a tobacco jar shaped as a Blacksmiths Anvil complete
Category
Early 1900s Swiss Black Forest Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Wood
19th Century Swiss 18K Gold Pearl Set
Enamel Musical Box, Remond c.1800
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Music box’s sound recording available on request
Antique early-19th Century Exceptional Swiss 18k
Category
19th Century Swiss Other Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Gold, Enamel
Exquisite openly carved 19th century Swiss Black Forest jewelry box walnut bird
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
A true work of art, this stunning 19th-century Black Forest jewelry box from Switzerland is fully
Category
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Antique Swiss Alpine Village Mountainscape Painting
Located in Shippensburg, PA
curated and catalogued furniture, decorative arts, paintings, sculpture and estate jewelry. Our company
Category
19th Century European Victorian Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Paint
19th Century Carved Swiss
Black Forest
Life-Sized Stag
s Head Wall Mount
Located in London, GB
on its original moulded bird finished with roping.
Swiss, circa 1890
Dimensions: 52 in / 132.5 cm
Category
19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Wood
18th Century Folk Art Carved Chair Swiss Alp History Escabelle Tyrolean Sgabello
Located in London, GB
carved chair in lovely antique condition. Most likely made around 1770 in the Swiss Alps, this fabulous
Category
Mid-18th Century Swiss Folk Art Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood, Walnut, Oak
Antique Nyon Swiss Porcelain Hand Painted Cabinet Plate with Cobalt Blue Rim
By Royal Vienna Porcelain, Darte Frères, Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Nyon Swiss hand painted porcelain cabinet plate with cobalt blue rim.
With a
Category
Early 19th Century Swiss Neoclassical Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
“1500” Table Lamp by Alfred Müller for Belmag AG, Switzerland, 1950s
By Alfred Müller, AMBA
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
“1500” Table lamp by Alfred Müller for Belmag AG, Switzerland, 1950s.
Category
15th Century and Earlier Swiss Art Deco Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Antique Black Forest Bench Hallway Swiss Bear Carved 20th Century Sofa Loveseat
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Make sure you always come home with a warm welcome with this marvelous Black Forest sofa in your hallway.
Carved out of solid wood by a master carver this Black Forest bear hallway...
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Oak
19c Swiss Antique Walnut Table with Slate
2 Leaves
Located in New Orleans, LA
Swiss table is crafted from richly grained walnut and reflects the understated elegance and
Category
19th Century Swedish Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Slate
Original Condition Industrial Era Beer Cooler from Bern-Wabern Switzerland
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An early 20th century beer cooler in original mustard paint from Switzerland. Large and very solid
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Industrial Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Tin
Antique Swiss Black Forest Carved Wood Bear Head Lidded Tobacco Box
Located in San Francisco, CA
expressive face with glass eyes and large snout; most likely from the Black forest area in the Swiss city of
Category
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Set of Six Late 19th Century Swiss Alpine Oak Café Chairs with Original Patina
Located in Alton, GB
A rare and evocative set of six Swiss alpine oak café chairs, dating from the late 19th century
Category
Late 19th Century Swiss Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Oak
Cute Black Forest Carved Wood Bear Match Box Holder with Ashtray Brienz
By Black Forest, Brienz Switzerland
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
Ths antique German or Swiss bear figurine is a really lovely item and a remarkable piece of
Category
1880s German Victorian Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Wood
Exquisite 19th Century antique Swiss fully hand carved Black forest Jewelry box
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
A true masterpiece, this fully hand-carved 19th-century Black Forest jewelry box from Switzerland
Category
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Shreve Crump
Low Boston Chinoiserie Decorated Tole Mantel Clock - Swiss Mov
t
Located in Atlanta, GA
Swiss, retailed by Shreve Crump & Low Boston circa 1900.
Edwardian mantel clock housed in a bell
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Chinoiserie Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass, Steel
$1,356 Sale Price
20% Off
CIRCA 1850 MALBY
CO MAP OF SWiTZERLAND BY BAUERKELLER BURR WALNUT CHESS TABLE
By Malby
Co.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
and unique 3D made of Switzerland by Bauerkeller
Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide
Category
1850s Swiss Early Victorian Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Rare Swiss Black Forest 19th century Humidor / Tobacco box Saint Bernard dogs
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
A superb 19th-century Swiss Black Forest humidor, masterfully hand-carved and displaying the rich
Category
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Oak
Swiss Black Forest Carved
Lacquered Bear Statue
Located in Forney, TX
A fine quality antique Swiss Black Forest ware, born in the early 20th century, exquisitely hand
Category
Early 20th Century Black Forest Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood
Antique Wooden Wall Shelf with Vine Leaf Carvings - Brienz / Black Forest
By Brienz Switzerland, Black Forest
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This exquisite antique wooden wall shelf features intricate carvings of vine leaves and tendrils, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship typical of the Brienz region or the Black Fores...
Category
1890s German Black Forest Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Wood
Late 18th Century Swiss or German Walnut Games Table
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Late 18th century Swiss or German games table. Elegant form. Concertina action, ideal for seating
Category
Late 18th Century German Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Felt, Walnut
Chest of Drawers with Wood Inlay and Black Marble Top, 18th Century Swiss
Located in El Monte, CA
This 18th century Swiss chest of drawers is a fine example of high end craftsmanship from that
Category
18th Century Swiss Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Marble
Antique Print of of Vaud, from Lausanne, Switzerland
Located in Langweer, NL
, Switzerland. Overlooking the city and Lake Geneva. Originates from W. Beattie's 'Switzerland', published 1836.
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Paper
$142 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Exceptional Swiss Black Forest double inkwell desk decoration 19th Century
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Gorgeous most rare Swiss Black Forest 19th century double Inkwell / desk accessory fully hand
Category
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood
Swiss Black Forest Grand Tour Mirror Hand-Carved Nutwood Temple Ruin Frame 19thC
Located in Lisse, NL
History. Originating from Switzerland, this magnificent frame exemplifies the romantic fascination with
Category
19th Century Swiss Grand Tour Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Brass
An Unusual Swiss Carved Black Forest Near Life-Size Figure of a Strolling Bear
Located in London, GB
An Unusual Swiss Carved Black Forest Near Life-Size Figure of a Strolling Bear,
Circa 1910
For
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique Map of Switzerland by Homann, 1753
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map Switzerland titled 'Territorium Reipublicae liberae Helveticae Scaphusiensis
Category
18th Century Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Paper
$282 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Map of Switzerland by Johnston, 1882
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Switzerland and the Alps of Savoy and Piedmont'. Old map of Switzerland and the
Category
19th Century Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Paper
$123 Sale Price
20% Off
Wooden Statue of a Walking Bear Hand Carved in Switzerland, circa 1930s
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Wooden Statue of a Walking Bear Handcarved in Switzerland circa 1930s.
A vintage statue of a
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Wood
Large
Finest Quality, Antique Carved Nutwood Swiss Black Forest Bull Sculpture
Located in Lisse, NL
in size this bull sculpture can only be from the Swiss Black Forest region around the lake of Brienz
Category
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Nutwood
Antique Swiss Langdorff
Fils 8 Tune Niut Airs Marquetry Music Box 20"
Located in Dayton, OH
Exquisite late 19th century Swiss marquetry / parquetry cylinder music box capable of playing eight
Category
19th Century Swiss Neoclassical Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
$2,520 Sale Price
30% Off
Antique Map of Switzerland by Cluver, 1685
Located in Langweer, NL
Switzerland, from the pocket atlas 'Introductionis in Universam Geographiam tam Veterem quam novam .. Acessit
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17th Century Antique Swiss Furniture
Materials
Paper
$108 Sale Price
20% Off
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Antique Swiss Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of antique Swiss furniture for your home. Frequently made of wood, metal and walnut, every item from our selection of antique Swiss furniture was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the choice in our collection of antique Swiss furniture you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right object in our assortment of antique Swiss furniture, those designed in Victorian, Baroque and Folk Art styles are of considerable interest. Black Forest, Johann Wilhelm Weinmann and De Sede each produced at least one beautiful option in this array of antique Swiss furniture that is worth considering.
How Much is a Antique Swiss Furniture?
The average selling price for a piece of antique Swiss furniture at 1stDibs is $2,967, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $560,030 for the highest priced.
Questions About Antique Swiss 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.
- 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.
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