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Mehraban Vintage Turkish Anatolian Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
A vintage Turkish Anatolian rug with a charming and rich feel. Anatolian rugs weave together dyes
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1920s Turkish Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Turkish Kilim Rug Vibrant Design
Located in Ferrara, IT
This magnificent Turkish Anatolian Kilim rug, measuring 450 x 165 cm, is a breathtaking example of
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19th Century Turkish Kilim Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Mehraban Vintage Turkish Anatolian Rug
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
A majestic Vintage Turkish Anatolian Rug that has a Classic and timeless pattern. Featuring the
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1920s Turkish Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Mehraban Vintage Turkish Anatolian Rug
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
This Vintage Turkish Anatolian rug features a cusped central medallion flanked with stylized
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1920s Turkish Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Mehraban Vintage Turkish Anatolian Rug
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
A Vintage Turkish Anatolian rug that features two distinctive cross lozenge cusped botanical
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1920s Turkish Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Mehraban Vintage Turkish Anatolian Rug
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
A phenomenal antique Turkish Anatolian rug that has a classic and timeless pattern. Featuring the
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1920s Turkish Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Nice antique large Turkish rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very nice late 19th century large Turkish rug with a beautiful decorative and stylized designs on a
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Late 19th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Turkish Rug, Early 20th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Oushak Rug, Early 20th Century Additional Information: Dimensions: 4'1" W x 8'0" L Origin: Anatolia Period: Early 20th Century Rug ID: 10095
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Early 20th Century Turkish Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Mehraban Vintage Turkish Anatolian Rug
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
This phenomenal Turkish Anatolian Runner is perfect for your floors. It is not just for aesthetic
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1920s Turkish Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Antique Turkish Small Rug
Located in New York, NY
a 2nd quarter of the 20th Century Floral Motif Turkish Small square Rug Details rug no. j4687 size
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Early 20th Century Turkish Agra Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Mehraban Vintage Turkish Anatolian Rug
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Showcasing timeless elegance in a muted color palette, this Vintage Turkish Anatolian rug features
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1920s Turkish Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Vintage Turkish Anatolian Brunguz Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
vintage Turkish Anatolian rug gives sophistication and satisfying vision in every interior. Brunguz is
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1920s Turkish Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Antique Turkish Village Yastik Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Turkish village yastik rug, size: 1'10"x 2'6".
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1890s Turkish Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Mehraban Antique Turkish Sivas Rug
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
With its classy beauty and sophisticated vibe, this Antique Turkish Sivas rug features an all-over
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1920s Turkish Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Mehraban Vintage Turkish Kars Kilim
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
viewer upon laying your eyes on this Vintage Turkish Kars Kilim rug. Featuring the earthy colour scheme
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1920s Turkish Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Vintage Turkish Anatolian Dazgir Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
This cultivated Turkish Anatolian Dazgir rug features the elegant motifs and symbols of the neutral
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1920s Turkish Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Mehraban Vintage Turkish Anatolian Runner
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
This Vintage Turkish Anatolian Runner features an all-over array of lozenge botanical medallions
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1920s Turkish Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Vintage Geometric Tribal Turkish Rug
Located in New York, NY
This vintage tribal flatweave rug was handmade in Turkey. The Mid-Century Modern Collection is
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1910s Turkish Primitive Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Antique Turkish Karapinar Village Rug
Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB
Antique Turkish Karapinar village rug of classic single medallion design. The rug has very soft
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19th Century Turkish Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Pretty antique prayer Turkish rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Pretty antique prayer rug from Turkey, with a mihrab design and nice natural colours with a red
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Late 19th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Mid-19th Turkish Anatolian Runner Carpet
Located in New York, NY
Mid-19th Turkish Anatolian Runner Carpet 4' 3" x 14' 6"
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1850s Turkish Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Long Antique Turkish Oushak Runner
Located in New York, NY
a 1920s turkish oushak runner with a soft creamy beige field, accents in sfot blue and green
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1920s Turkish Oushak Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Mehraban Vintage Turkish Kurdish Runner
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Kurdish Collection Antique/Vintage Material Wool Texture Pile Weave Origin Turkey Age Antique
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1920s Turkish Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Ivory Antique Turkish Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
One-of-a-kind rug pillow made from a late 19th-century Turkish ghiordes rug with cotton back and
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19th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Turkish Furniture

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Wool, Cotton, Linen

Old Little Turkish Shabby Kilim
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
i found it many years ago among the Turkish mountains and I bought it by a shepherd standing with
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Early 20th Century Turkish Other Antique Turkish Furniture

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Wool

Old Little Turkish Shabby Kilim
Old Little Turkish Shabby Kilim
$474 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A stunning late 19th century Turkish Oushak rug with a large floral and scrolling vine medallion
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1880s Turkish Oushak Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Late 19th Century Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
Turkey ca. 1890 12'9" x 9'8" (389 x 295 cm) Handwoven
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Late 19th Century Turkish Antique Turkish Furniture

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Wool

Beautiful Large Antique Turkish Kilim
Located in New York, NY
A fun-loving rather large handmade Turkish Kilim flat-weave in a hard to size find! Measures
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Early 20th Century Turkish Tribal Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Spectacular Antique Oushak Turkish Rug
Located in Evanston, IL
. Unlike other Turkish rugs, Oushak rugs influenced after Persian rugs and they woven with Ghiordies knots
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Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Antique Turkish Miniature Lion Rug
Located in Milan, IT
A truly unique miniature antique Turkish rug, decorated by a realistic-looking lion. Possibly
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Early 20th Century Turkish Other Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Mehraban Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Turkey Age Antique/Vintage.
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1910s Turkish Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Turkish Kilim Runner
Located in New York, NY
Turkish, circa 1920 Handwoven.
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Early 20th Century Turkish Kilim Antique Turkish Furniture

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Wool

Antique Turkish Decorative Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Turkish decorative Oushak rug, size: 12'1" x 13'9".
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Early 1900s Turkish Oushak Antique Turkish Furniture

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Wool

Mehraban Antique Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
" Design Reference Oushak Collection Antique/Vintage Material Wool Texture Pile Weave Origin Turkey
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1910s Turkish Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Antique Pink Turkish Sivas Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
71257 Antique Pink Turkish Sivas Rug, 13’06 x 22’00. A rare and resplendent treasure of Anatolian
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Early 20th Century Turkish Art Nouveau Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Antique Red Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
78524 Antique Turkish Oushak Rug, 09'02 x 11'02. Showcasing a bold expressive design with
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Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Antique Red Turkish Oushak Rug
Antique Red Turkish Oushak Rug
$9,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Turkish Sivas Square Rug
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent square shaped formal antique Turkish rug containing a pretty array of jewel tones, an
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19th Century Turkish Agra Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Bobyrug’s nice antique Turkish rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Pretty antique Turkish Anatolian rug with a nice geometrical design and beautiful colours with red
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Late 19th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Gold Antique Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
Breathtaking antique Turkish Oushak featuring warm gold tones. Hints of brown and green can be
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Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Worn Out Antique Turkish Oushak Runner
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Pile Weave Origin Turkey Age Antique/Vintage
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Early 1900s Turkish Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Antique Turkish Ghiordes Rug
Located in New York, NY
A colorful Turkish Ghiordes rug from the second quarter of the 20th century. Measures: 2'6'' x
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Early 20th Century Turkish Elizabethan Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Monochromatic Neutral Worn Turkish Rug
Located in New York, NY
A mid 20th-century neutral color turkish rug Size: 3'9” x 7' Antique Turkish Oushak carpets
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Early 20th Century Turkish Moorish Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Antique Turkish Kilm, Circa 1900
Located in Morton Grove, IL
Stunning antique Turkish flatweave kilm, possibly made in Konya. Featuring clear crispy colors in
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Early 1900s Turkish Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Burgundy Vintage Turkish Wool Runner
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful vintage Turkish hand knotted wool rug with a burgundy field. This rug has accents of
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Early 20th Century Turkish Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Antique Turkish Oushak 13’7” x 17’2”
Located in New York, NY
Antique Turkish Oushak 13’7” x 17’2”. Town in Western Anatolia, weaving mostly room sizes, in
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Early 20th Century Turkish Antique Turkish Furniture

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Wool

Yellow Antique Turkish Ghiordes Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century Turkish Ghiordes carpet with an all-over sunny yellow motif and green border
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Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

pretty antique Turkish Sparta runner
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful early 20th century Turkish Sparta runner with nice design with Botteh, and nice natural
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Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Turkish Furniture

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Wool, Cotton

Nice Antique Turkish Kilim Runner
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Wonderful early 20th century long Turkish runner Kilim with beautiful geometrical and tribal design
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Early 20th Century Turkish Kilim Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Wonderful Fine Turkish Sivas Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful fine Turkish Sivas rug with decorative design and beautiful colors with yellow, blue
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Early 20th Century Turkish Tabriz Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Antique Turkish Kayseri Pictorial Rug
Located in New York, NY
A first quarter of the 20th century Turkish Kayseri pictorial carpet depicting a hunting ground.
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Early 20th Century Turkish Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Shabby Chic Turkish Gallery Rug
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful worn 20th century gallery size Turkish rug. Faded blues and khaki tones. Measures: 5'6
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Early 20th Century Turkish Moorish Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Antique Turkish Konya Prayer Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Turkish prayer rug with a mihrab design and orange, grey and pink colors, entirely hand knotted
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Early 20th Century Turkish Islamic Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Antique Turkish Rug 4 0" x 5’6"
Located in New York, NY
Antique Turkish Rug 4'0" x 5’6". The carpets, scatters, runners, long rugs and bags of the towns
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Late 19th Century Turkish Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Long Antique Turkish Oushak Runner
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Rare size for this antique beautiful Turkish runner: its typical red color is suitable for the
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Early 1900s Turkish Other Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Long Antique Turkish Oushak Runner
Long Antique Turkish Oushak Runner
$4,746 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Turkish Ushak Rug, circa 1880s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an antique Turkish Ushak rug, circa 1880s. Composed of complementary tones of beautiful
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1880s Turkish Oushak Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Little Antique Turkish Yastik Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice early 20th century Turkish rug with a tribal geometrical design and nice colors with red, blue
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Early 20th Century Turkish Tribal Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Antique Turkish Anatolian Tribal Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Turkish Anatolian runner from the early 20th century. Anatolian, the rose-red field
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Early 20th Century Turkish Rustic Antique Turkish Furniture

Materials

Wool

Antique Turkish Anatolian Tribal Rug
Antique Turkish Anatolian Tribal Rug
$7,000 Sale Price
20% Off
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Antique Turkish Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of antique Turkish furniture available at 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wool and metal. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. An item from our selection of antique Turkish furniture is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Victorian and Modern styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made choice in our collection of antique Turkish furniture over the years, but those crafted by Atelier Lam, Mehraban Rugs and antique textiles galleries are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Antique Turkish Furniture?

A piece of antique Turkish furniture can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $6,148, while the lowest priced sells for $55 and the highest can go for as much as $1,000,000.

Finding the Right Rugs-carpets for You

Good antique rugs and vintage rugs have made their way into homes across the globe, becoming fixtures used for comfort, prayer and self-expression, so choosing the right area rug is officially a universal endeavor.

In modern usage, “carpet” typically denotes a wall-to-wall floor cushioning that is fixed to the floor. Rugs, on the other hand, are designed to cover a specific area and can easily be moved to new locations. However, the terms are interchangeable in many parts of the world, and, in the end, it won’t matter what you decide to call it.

It’s well known that a timeless Persian rug or vintage Turkish rug can warm any interior, but there are lots of other styles of antique rugs to choose from when you're endeavoring to introduce fresh colors and textures to a bedroom or living room.

Moroccan Berber rugs are not all about pattern. In fact, some of the most striking examples are nearly monochrome. But what these rugs lack in complexity, they make up for in brilliant color and subtle variation. Moroccan-style interiors can be mesmerizing — a sitting room of this type might feature a Moroccan rug, carved wooden screens and a tapestry hung behind the sofa.

Handwoven kilim rugs, known for their wealth of rich colors and unique weaving tradition, are pileless: Whereas the Beni Ourain rugs of Morocco can be described as dense with a thick surface or pile, an authentic kilim rug is thin and flat. (The term “kilim” is Turkish in origin, but this type of textile artistry is practiced all across the Balkans, throughout the Arab world and elsewhere.) 

When it comes to eye-catching floor coverings, the distinctive “medallion” pattern of Oushak rugs has two types of rounded shapes alternating against a rich red or blue background created with natural dyes, while the elaborate “star” pattern involves large eight-pointed shapes in diagonal rows alternating with diamonds.  

If you’re looking for something unexpected, find a runner rug that pops in your hallway or on your stairs. Dig for dazzling geometric patterns in our inventory of mid-century modern rugs and carpets, which includes works designed by the likes of Swedish textile masters Märta Måås-Fjetterström, Marianne Richter and other artisans. 

Carpets and rugs have been around for thousands of years. Prehistoric humans turned to animal skin, wool and fur to craft simple fabrics to soften hard terrain. A 2016 study suggests that "cave lions" were hunted for exactly this purpose, and that decorating your cave with their pelts may have conferred strength and prestige. Although many of these early textiles are still in existence, tracing their precise origins is difficult. Carpets quickly became such a valuable trade commodity that the weavings could easily travel far from their places of origin. 

The oldest known carpet was found in southern Siberia. (It may have traveled there from Persepolis in Iran.) For the flat-weave floor rugs crafted by Native Americans, cotton was the primary material before sheep’s wool was introduced in the 16th century. In Europe, carpet-making was fundamental to folk art, and Asian carpets imported to European countries were at one time considered a precious luxury and not intended to remain permanently on the floor. 

With the variety of area rugs and carpets rolled out for you on 1stDibs — a collection that includes traditional, modern, minimalist rugs and other coverings of all kinds — things will be looking up whenever you’re looking down. 

Questions About Antique Turkish 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 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 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.