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Tibetan Repoussé Traveling Shrine, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Tibetan traveling shrines, known as Gau, were believed to offer protective powers and were used to
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Mid-19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Brass
Set of Two Tibetan Tsa Tsa
Located in Chicago, IL
This stack of two molded ceramic tsa tsa bricks depict Buddhist deities. Each was a meditation created in a monastery by a Buddhist monk in training. They were sold to religious pilg...
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Clay
$428 / item
Tibetan Trailing Vines Cabinet, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
-Tibetan style with an allover design of trailing vines and geometric scrollwork. A celebration of
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Late 19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Pine
18th Century Tibetan Thangka Of Amitayus Buddha
Located in Dallas, TX
A THANGKA DEPICTING AMITAYUS, 18TH CENTURY
Tibet. Distemper on cloth, with a silk brocade frame, mounted as a hanging scroll with wood handles. Finely painted with Amitayus seated i...
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Mid-18th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Silk
20th Century Antique Tibetan Bronze Bodhisattva Tara Statuary
Located in Pomona, CA
Buddhism, particularly Vajrayana Buddhism (also known as Tibetan Buddhism). This magnificent Tibetan
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Bronze
$720 Sale Price
40% Off
Tibetan Rug Antique Temple Design
Located in Ferrara, IT
This is a truly remarkable Tibetan Rug Antique Buddhist temple with a special and unique design
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Late 19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Wool
Tibetan Rug Red Field Spiritual Symbolism
Located in Ferrara, IT
This stunning antique Tibetan rug features a bold red field adorned with three large circular
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Wool
Tibetan Gilt Copper Alloy Mask on Display Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
in Chinese) from Tibetan region circa 19th century. The larger-than-life mask has striking iconic
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19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Copper
Round Tibetan Traveling Shrine with Twin Dragons, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Tibetan traveling shrines, known as Gau, were believed to offer protective powers and were used to
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Silver, Copper
Early 20th Century Antique Tibetan Painted Square Coffee Table
Located in Pomona, CA
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Description: This antique Tibetan square coffee table is 100% hand made and hand painted the traditional
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Cedar
$1,650 Sale Price
52% Off
Tibetan silver gong
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Tibetan silver gong suspended from an arch of winding columns and resting on a raised
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19th Century European Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Silver
$2,375 Sale Price
50% Off
Framed Antique Tibetan Thangka of Yamantaka with Consort
Located in Atlanta, GA
An antique Tibetan Thangka with polychrome pigments on cloth, circa mid to late 19th century. It
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19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Textile
Late 18th Century Tibetan Hand-painted Altar Cabinet
Located in Hoddesdon, GB
An authentic late 18th-century Tibetan altar cabinet retaining its original painted decoration—a
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Late 18th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Elm
Tibetan Antique Ritual Oracle Diadem Skull Crown
Located in London, GB
Tibetan Antique Ritual Oracle Kapala Diadem Carved Skull Crown.
Rare and unusual Tibetan Antique
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1890s Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Brass
Tibetan Silver Repoussé Needle Case, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
century silver needle case was once filled with the needles of a Tibetan healer skilled in the art of
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Mid-19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Silver
Fine Sino-Tibetan Bronze Statue of Vajrasattva Bodhisattva
Located in Atlanta, GA
On offer is an impressively large and finely cast Sino-Tibetan gilt antiquebronze statue of
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19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Tibetan Ceremonial Sash with Thirteen Ornamental Bronze Heads, 18th Century
Located in Studio City, CA
copper) heads representing various Tibetan figures attached (these heads appear to be from the khatvanga
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18th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Metal
Tibetan Antique Carpet from Private Collection
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Antique Tibetan carpet from my private collection: dark grey with three big pink flowers -
The
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Wool
$1,894 Sale Price
20% Off
Tibetan Buddhist Framed Thangka Painting of Buddhistic Bodhisattva Goddess Deity
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful, vibrantly colored, intricately designed elongated Tibetan Thangka painting featuring
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Silk, Paint
Tibetan Rug Swastika Motif, ca. 1920
Located in Ferrara, IT
This is an antique Tibetan rug woven during the first quarter of the 20th century circa 1920 and
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Wool
Antique Asian Cast Bronze Horse on Wheels and Tibetan Bell
Located in Plainview, NY
Antique Asian car bronze horse on 4 wheels and a bell featuring Tibetan Buddhist figures. Both
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Late 19th Century Asian Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Metal
$760 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Tibetan Telescoping Long Horn Brass Copper Gems
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Beautiful Tibetan Dungchen ceremonial long horn. Ornate copper and brass with subtle turquoise and
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Brass, Copper
Tibetan Meditation Carpet with Dorje Medallion, c. 1920
Located in Chicago, IL
brought warmth and beauty to cold northern environments.
This square Tibetan carpet dates to the early
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Asian Bronze buddhist bell Tibetan Meditation Prayer Ghanta Bell
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Antique Asian Bronze buddhist bell Tibetan Meditation Prayer Ghanta Bell.
Buddhist Tibetan
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Early 1900s Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Antique Tibetan Rug
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a breathtaking antique Tibetan rug dating back to the 1900s. The rug is in pristine
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19th Century Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Wool
$12,799
Vintage Tibetan Rug
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage Tibetan rug dating back to the early 1900s, boasting a striking pictorial motif of a
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19th Century Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Wool
$9,799
Antique Tibetan Tiger Wool Saddle Rug
Located in New York, NY
Collectible and rare Tibetan saddle cover featuring two charming tigers surrounded by a border of
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Wool
Asian Tibetan Meditation Prayer Ghanta Bell Antique Bronze Buddhist Bell
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Antique Asian Bronze buddhist bell Tibetan Meditation Prayer Ghanta Bell.
Buddhist Tibetan
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Tibetan Red Lacquer Cymbal Case Lid, circa 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
originally enclosed a pair of large Tibetan cymbals. Used in processions and dance performances, cymbals
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19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Brass
Set of Three Tibetan Tsa Tsa, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This stack of three molded ceramic tsa tsas depict Buddhist deities. Each was a meditation created in a monastery by a Buddhist monk in training. They were sold to religious pilgrims...
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
$680 / set
Antique Tibetan Mat
Located in New York, NY
Antique Tibetan Mat
2'5" x 2'9" - 73 x 83 cm
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1920s Chinese Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Wool
Rare Tibetan Buddhist Ancient Temple Snow Lion Architectural Ornament
Located in Forney, TX
nirmanakaya Buddha forms. The lion in India art is represented in Tibetan Buddhist art as the Snow Lion. The
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18th Century Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Stone
Antique Tibetan Wooden Tea Table, Storage Box or Chest
Located in New York, NY
Totally handmade from beautiful hardwood with lots of patina, surface markings and cool vibe from over a century's use in Tibet. This piece is beautifully crafted with all dovetails ...
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Mid-19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Wood
$1,540 Sale Price
30% Off
Tibetan Rug Woven with Thick Lustrous Tibetan Wool, 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Tibetan Rug Woven with Thick Lustrous Tibetan Wool, 19th Century
Woven with thick lustrous Tibetan
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19th Century Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Wool
Tibetan Thangka of Sakyamuni with Silk Brocade, C. 1880
Located in Chicago, IL
focus their meditations and prayers. This 19th-century Tibetan Thangka, painted in rich red, green, and
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Late 19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Linen, Silk
Bronze Tibetan Buddha
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An early 20th century bronze Buddha.
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Bronze
$2,800
Tibetan Painted Dragon Chest of Drawers, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
The number 12 figures prominently in Tibetan astrology, making this simple chest’s dozen drawers
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Mid-19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Wood, Lacquer, Paint
Tibetan Traveler
s Trunk with Painted Hide, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This antique traveler's chest from Tibet or Mongolia is one of the most unique trunks we've come across in our 20 years of collecting. Dated to the 19th century or earlier, the woode...
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Mid-19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Hide, Wood
Antique Lacquer Red Tibetan Khaden Meditation Rug
Located in Milan, IT
A rare Tibetan meditation rug with a lacquer red background, sparsely embellished in golden yellow
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Wool
Antique Tibetan Hand Painted Silk and Canvas Thangka with Figures C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Tibetan Hand Painted Silk and Canvas Thangka with Figures C1920
Measures- 39''H x 34''W x
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Silk, Paint
$760 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Tibetan Hand Painted Silk and Canvas Thangka with Figures C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Tibetan Hand Painted Silk and Canvas Thangka with Figures C1920
Measures- 36''H x 30.75''W
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Silk, Paint
$520 Sale Price
20% Off
Tibetan Saddle Rug with Floral and Cloud Motifs
Located in Ferrara, IT
A rare and beautifully preserved Tibetan saddle rug from the 19th century, measuring 93 × 75 cm
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19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Wool
Antique Tibetan Hand Painted Silk and Canvas Thangka with Figures C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Tibetan Hand Painted Silk and Canvas Thangka with Figures C1920
Measures- 31.75''H x 25''W
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Silk, Paint
$520 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Tibetan Painted Box
Located in Greenwich, CT
Large size of Tibetan Box with painted foo lion playing and chasing ball.
Original painted motif
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Wood
Tibetan Flint Striker with Leather Strap, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
climate of the Tibetan Plateau. Known as mechag, such strikers would hang from one's belt and often
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass, Steel
Antique Tibetan Hand Painted Silk and Canvas Thangka with Figures C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Tibetan Hand Painted Silk and Canvas Thangka with Figures C1920
Measures- 33.25''H x 25''W
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Silk, Paint
$760 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Tibetan Hand Painted Silk and Canvas Thangka with Figures C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Tibetan Hand Painted Silk and Canvas Thangka with Figures C1920
Measures- 37.5''H x 31''W x
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Silk, Paint
$760 Sale Price
20% Off
Early 20th Century Tibetan Khotan Rug
Located in New York, NY
Tibet, circa 1920
Handwoven.
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Wool
Tibetan Silk Flowers Rug
Located in Milano, IT
A wonderful rug with a nostalgic and romantic design, this beautiful piece of furniture combines a
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Early 19th Century Tibetan Romantic Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Silk
$10,422 Sale Price
20% Off
17th Century Rare Tibetan Silver Mounted Brul Covered Bowl with Coral
Located in Brea, CA
17th century rare Tibetan silver mounted brul covered bowl with coral bottom, the repousse and
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17th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Silver
Antique Tibetan Hand Painted Silk and Canvas Thangka with Figures C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Tibetan Hand Painted Silk and Canvas Thangka with Figures C1920
Measures- 38''H x 34''W x
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Silk, Paint
$760 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Tibetan Hand Painted Silk and Canvas Thangka with Figures C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Tibetan Hand Painted Silk and Canvas Thangka with Figures C1920
Measures- 37''H x 31''W x
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Silk, Paint
$760 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Tibetan Meditation Rug with Three Mandalas
Located in Milan, IT
ubiquitous in Chinese and Tibetan art, enclosed by four bracket motifs. The stains resulted from Yak butter
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Late 19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Wool
Antique Hand Painted Tibetan Cabinet with Drawers and Display Shelf
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique hand painted Tibetan cabinet with drawers and display shelf
Original floral painting
The
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Wood, Paint
18/19thC Tibetan Thangka
Located in Ukiah, CA
Very good 18/19thC Tibetan Thangka.
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18th Century Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Fabric
$6,500
Tibetan Temple Doors
Located in Asheville, NC
Pair of ancient exotic wood and hand-forged iron temple doors, purchased from the government of Tibet.
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18th Century and Earlier Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
$6,330
Turquoise and Fossil Coral Antique Tibetan Pectoral from Himalaya
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
O/5153 - Wonderful and rare antique pectoral with turquoise and fossil coral from Himalaya - Ladak (Tibet) -
Exceptional !!
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Tibetan Furniture
Materials
Coral
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Antique Tibetan Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of antique Tibetan furniture for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, fabric and wood. Your living room may not be complete without an item from our selection of antique Tibetan furniture — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right choice in our collection of antique Tibetan furniture, those designed in Folk Art, Art Deco and Victorian styles are of considerable interest. A well-made object in our assortment of antique Tibetan furniture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Asian Style, Joseph Carini and Rajhastani are consistently popular.
How Much is a Antique Tibetan Furniture?
The average selling price for a piece of antique Tibetan furniture at 1stDibs is $2,500, while they’re typically $67 on the low end and $225,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Antique Tibetan Furniture
- 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 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.
- 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, 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 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 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.