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North German Biedermeier Dressing/ Console Table in Mahogany with Mirror, c 1825
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
An exquisite early Biedermeier dressing table or console in fine West Indies mahogany, likely from Northern Germany. Features an oval mirror supported on ribbed "wings" that follow t...
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1820s German Biedermeier Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Mahogany, Pine
Restored 19th Century Alfred Beurdeley French Louis XV Coiffeuse Dressing Table
By Emmanuel-Alfred Beurdeley
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
eighteenth century furniture. His clients included Napoleon III and the Empress Eugénie.
Life: In 1875 E
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Hardwood, Walnut
19th Century Silver-Fitted Edwardian Dressing Table with Custom Interior
By A&J Zimmerman Ltd.
Located in London, GB
A Fine Edwardian silver-fitted dressing table.
Constructed from mahogany, with boxwood stringing and brass handles, the dressing table supported on splayed legs with stretchers an...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Silver
Early 20th Century American Fruitwood Washstand
Located in Germantown, MD
An early 20th century american fruitwood washstand featuring a single large drawer with peg joints,, a lower storage with shelf. Very good antique condition. Floor to counter top is ...
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
Paul Sormani French Late 19th Century Dressing Table for Restoration
By Paul Sormani
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Brass label on one drawer- Paul Sormani, Paris. A fine Louis XV style podreuse, the shaped top with tall side drawers, an adjustable cartouche form mirror, and flour scrolling brass ...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Bronze
French Empire Style Mahogany Dressing Table
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This exceptional French 19th century Empire mahogany dressing table is complete with its original mercury glass mirror and charcoal and white marble top. The arched mirror displays s...
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19th Century French Empire Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
English George III Inlaid Mahogany Gentleman
s Dressing Table or Beau Brummel
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Fabulous quality rare and important antique English George III inlaid flame mahogany Gentleman's Dressing Table or Beau Brummel.
This table comes with an exceptionally well fitted ...
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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Mahogany, Bone
$4,150 Sale Price
30% Off
Classicism Dressing Table, Poudruese, Ladies Vanites Table, German, circa 1790
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique classic dressing table made of different fruit trees. Inlaid thread edge.
Rectangular panel 5 front drawers, on four-cornered, down-tapering legs. Dressing table, so-called ...
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18th Century German Baroque Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
Quality Victorian Antique Carved Mahogany Dressing Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
Quality Victorian antique carved mahogany dressing table having an attractive shaped upper section, tilting mirror with elegantly scrolled carved supports. It has three small attract...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Other
1890 English Ironstone Basin and Pitcher on Mirrored Oak Washstand
Located in Germantown, MD
1890 English ironstone basin and pitcher on mirrored oak washstand in very good condition. Mirror seems to have been replaces and is in good condition. Measures 33.5" in width, 17.5"...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Ironstone, Mirror, Oak
19th century rosewood worktable
Located in Altrincham, GB
19th century rosewood worktable, the top with canted corners and inverted bowfront opening to reveal a fitted interior with lidded compartments above a drawer out section, all suppor...
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood, Satinwood
Ormolu Mounted Amboyna and Mahogany Louis XVI Style Antique Dressing Table
Located in London, GB
Ormolu mounted amboyna and mahogany Louis XVI style antique dressing table
French, late 19th century
Measures: height 91cm, width 70cm, depth 44.5cm
Beautiful crafted from an ar...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
18th Century Sheraton Period Satinwood Occasional Table
Located in London, GB
A fine Sheraton period satinwood occasional table rosewood crossbanded and ebony and boxwood strung throughout, having segmented top with central oval panel. The Table, with lift-up ...
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Late 18th Century English Sheraton Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Boxwood, Ebony, Rosewood, Satinwood
19thC French Boulle Work / Dressing Table
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1850
19thC French boulle work / dressing table
Serpentine shaped top with a central inlaid chariot and scroll surround opening to reveal an interior with a mirror and sli...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique French Satinwood "Poudreuse" or Lady
s Dressing / Powder Table, Ca. 1860
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Satinwood "Poudreuse" or Lady's dressing / powder table, Circa 1850-1870.
Category
19th Century French Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Satinwood
Mahogany Inlaid Dressing Table
Located in Cheshire, GB
Mahogany dressing table, the Shield Shaped bevelled mirror flanked by a superstructure with short drawers below to the figured mahogany stepped top enclosed by a moulded edge. The ba...
Category
Early 20th Century British Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Wood
$5,899 Sale Price
20% Off
Fine Quality Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Dressing Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
Fine quality antique Victorian burr walnut dressing table having a quality burr walnut shaped framed adjustable mirror flanked by shaped solid walnut carved supports above four bow f...
Category
1850s English Victorian Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Important Burr
Burl Gothic Antique Dressing Table with Polished Brass Fittings
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare and important, Museum quality, Gothic style Antique Burr & Burl Walnut Dressing table with oversized, polished brass fittings
This ...
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18th Century European Gothic Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Walnut
Mahogany Kidney Shaped Dressing Table
Located in Cheshire, GB
Very large William IV mahogany dressing table the large well figured kidney shaped top above moulded freeze with central drawer. All raised up on shaped supports terminating in scrol...
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19th Century British Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Wood
$13,110 Sale Price
20% Off
Louis Philippe Walnut Wood
Veneer Dressing Table, Late 19th Century
Located in Opole, PL
, history, and decorative impact, this Louis Philippe dressing table is not just a piece of furniture—it’s a
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Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Glass, Wood
$1,989 Sale Price
20% Off
Elegant 19th Century Nutwood Jewelry Table Inlaid with Wonderful Flower Pattern
Located in Lisse, NL
consuming to still incorporate in furniture-making in this day and age. There is some wear in the beveled
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19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Gothic Revival Mahogany Dressing Table
Located in Cheshire, GB
Gothic Revival dressing table, the rectangular mirror plate encased in moulded frame supported on stylised gothic arms above two banks of drawers. To the large rectangular mahogany t...
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Late 19th Century British Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Wood
$3,769 Sale Price
20% Off
19 C Louis XV Style French Country Poudreuse
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting an absolutely stunning 19 C Louis XV Style French Country Poudreuse.
Made in France (probably South of France) circa 1860-80 in the Louis XV Style.
It is made of the mos...
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
Secession Side Table Attributed Otto Prutscher
By Otto Prutscher
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Secession side table Otto Prutscher. Professionally stained and repolished.
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1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Wood
Art Deco Oak Dressing Table 1925 Holland
Located in Den Haag, NL
Superb Oak dressing table. Amsterdam School style 1925. Marble wood
details. Ebony wood handles. Handmade. I also have the two nightstands.
Very good condition.
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1920s Dutch Art Deco Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Oak
$2,131 Sale Price
20% Off
French 19th Century Empire-Style Dressing Table
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This exceptional mahogany dressing table is complete with its original mercury glass pivoting mirror and white marble top. The mirror has foxing and is framed with beautiful mahogany...
Category
19th Century French Empire Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
Louis XV Rosewood Veneered Parquetry Design Dressing Table
Located in Palm Desert, CA
An elegant Louis XV rosewood veneered parquetry design dressing table (coiffeuse) with folding looking-glass, compartments and drawers, France, mid-18th century.
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Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
French Charles X Burl Walnut Hinged-Top Dressing Table, circa 1830
Located in Atlanta, GA
Having a hinged square top opening to reveal a storage well and a mirrored surface with an additional lower drawer, raised on curule form legs joined by a turned stretcher, the feet ...
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1830s French Charles X Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Burl
Pair of English Metal Chinoiserie Tables
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of English metal Chinoiserie tables.
Category
1920s English Other Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Metal
$2,600 / set
Napoleon III Period Dressing Table, Attributed to Diehl
By Charles-Guillaume Diehl
Located in London, GB
Napoleon III period dressing table, attributed to Diehl
French, circa 1870
Measures: Height 78cm, width 50cm, depth 38cm
This magnificent dressing table is crafted from dark woo...
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Bronze
19th Century Louis XV Style Tulipwood Parquetry Sewing Table
Located in Vero Beach, FL
19th century Louis XV style tulipwood parquetry sewing table
Ladies small sewing table with a lift-up lid. The interior has the original velvet inset. Beneath is a tray containing c...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Tulipwood
Swedish Biedermeier Mahogany Dressing Table, circa 1820
Located in Kastrup, DK
Swedish biedermeier / late empire mahogany mirrored dressing table.
Swing mirror supported by gilt fluted columns, lyre shaped pedestal on brass ball feet.
Sweden, circa 1820.
Category
Early 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Bronze
English Mahogany Dressing Table
Located in Woodbury, CT
English, George III mahogany dressing table on club legs with lappet carved knee and terminating in pad feet. The interior of this table is fully outfitted with an adjustable mirror ...
Category
19th Century British George III Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Queen Anne Walnut and Burl Walnut Lowboy, English Mid-18th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
A Queen Anne walnut and burl walnut lowboy dressing table. The top with figured burl walnut with walnut cross banding above a pair of short drawers over a single long drawer, standin...
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Mid-18th Century English Queen Anne Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Walnut
18th century Louis XVI Dressing Table
Located in Belmont, MA
Louis XVI dressing table, France 1780. For the beautiful marquetry, the maker combined two types of veneer: Walnut and kingwood. The dressing table has one exterior drawer, a built ...
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1780s French Louis XVI Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Kingwood, Walnut
$3,500 Sale Price
32% Off
Portable, Inlaid Rosewood Dressing Table From the 1910-1920s
Located in Opole, PL
Portable, Inlaid Rosewood Dressing Table From the 1910-1920s
A small, portable dressing table from the early 20th century in the form of a rectangular box with a movable mirror moun...
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Early 20th Century European Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
$1,515 Sale Price
20% Off
English Dressing Table, circa 1900
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Well-restored English dressing table from around 1900, crafted in nutwood with elegant proportions and a warm, natural tone. The piece features an oval tilting mirror framed by two s...
Category
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Brass
$2,131 Sale Price
23% Off
19th Century French Empire Mahogany, Gilt and Marble Topped Dressing Table
By François-Honoré-Georges Jacob-Desmalter
Located in London, GB
Constructed using a fine Honduras mahogany with gilt highlights, Bleu Tarquin marble and richly dressed with fire gilt ormolu mounts of the highest quality. The table of lyre end sup...
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19th Century French Empire Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
English Bamboo Dressing Table
Located in New York, NY
Impressive English bamboo dressing table adorned with beveled mirror. Beautifully lacquered top in a richly textured floral chinoiserie motif with layers of red, black and gold lacqu...
Category
19th Century English Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Bamboo
Austrian Bentwood Shaving Stand / Dressing Mirror
Located in Queens, NY
Austrian Bentwood (19th Century) shaving stand / dressing mirror with round inlaid shelf with drawer.
Category
19th Century Austrian Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Bentwood
French Louis XV Style Bleached Dressing Table
Located in Queens, NY
French Louis XV-style (19/20th Century) bleached dressing table with 3 drawers.
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Wood
1940s, Italy, Chippendale Walnut Mirrored Dressing Table and Burl Walnut Veneer
By Cantu
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1940s, Italy, Chippendale walnut mirrored Dressing table and burl walnut veneer with biselled mirror
Cabinet and polished with shellac and wax.
The mirror is original and beveled, in...
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1920s Italian Baroque Revival Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Walnut, Burl
Viennese Flame Birch Veneer and Ebony Ormolu Dressing Table, Circa 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
Viennese flame birch veneered dressing table with flanking bronze eagle capitals mounted on ebony columns supporting an adjustable oval veneered framed mirror, centered drawer with b...
Category
1820s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
19th century Georgian Mahogany Dressing Table
Located in Savannah, GA
Late Georgian inlay satinwood and mahogany "Beau Brummel" or gentleman's dressing table, an unusual piece is of typical form, with a two-part hinged top opening to an arrangement of ...
Category
1820s English Georgian Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Mahogany, Satinwood
$3,900 Sale Price
40% Off
Louis XV Tulipwood and Amaranth Table De Toilette, circa 1760
Located in Spencertown, NY
A ladies dressing table with adjustable mirror, compartments on either sides and writing slide in center.
Category
1760s French Louis XV Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Tulipwood
$4,800 Sale Price
20% Off
French Pear Wood Ladies Dressing Table. Circa 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
French two drawer pear wood ladies dressing table with fitted interior, pull out leather surface, original folding mirror, and terminating on cabriole legs. Early 19th Century
Category
19th Century British Antique Vanity Furniture
Art Deco Cabinet
Located in Pompano Beach, FL
French Art Deco mini makeup cabinet/table in macassar ebony with elaborately inlaid lemon wood and small drawers.
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Ebony, Macassar
$3,100 Sale Price
24% Off
French Charles X Dressing Table
Located in Stamford, CT
A French Charles X mahogany dressing table with original marble top and bronze decoration. Pine cone finials perhaps later.
Category
19th Century French Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Bronze
English Satinwood
Ebony Inlaid Compartmentalized Ladies Dressing Table, C 1780
Located in Charleston, SC
English Satinwood ladies dressing table with flanking inlaid bell flower and foliage hinged lids revealing a compartmentalized interior with ebony string inlay, original adjustable m...
Category
1780s English George III Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Crystal
An English Vanity Fair Chromolithograph of Gabriel Hanotaux by Guth
By Vanity Fair
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
A Vanity Fair chromolithograph of Gabriel Hanotaux by Guth, English. A caricature of the French
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Vanity Fair “A Big Hitter” Men of the Day #543 Andrew E. Stoddart, July 09, 1892
By Vanity Fair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vanity Fair “Spy Cricketeers-Men of the Day” # 543, Andrew Ernest Stoddart,
“A Big Hitter
Category
1890s British Victorian Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Wood, Paper
Sligh Furniture Hepplewhite Crotch Mahogany Crossbanded Vanity Table w Glass Top
By Sligh Furniture
Located in Germantown, MD
Sligh Furniture Hepplewhite Style Crotch Mahogany Crossbanded vanity Table with protwctive glass
Category
Early 20th Century American Hepplewhite Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Brass
Baker Furniture Style Antique French Regency Louis XVI Mahogany Vanity Dresser
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Regency Louis XVI style carved mahogany three-drawer dresser vanity dresser with
Category
1920s American Louis XVI Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Brass
An English Vanity Fair Chromolithograph of Colonel George Malcom Fox
By Sir Leslie Ward, Vanity Fair
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
A Vanity Fair chromolithograph of Colonel George Malcom Fox by Sir Leslie Ward, English. Titled
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
An English Vanity Fair Chromolithograph of "Ossie" by Sir Leslie Ward
By Sir Leslie Ward, Vanity Fair
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
A Vanity Fair chromolithograph of "Ossie" by Sir Leslie Ward, English. Ossie was Captain Oswald
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Phoenix Furniture Antique French Regency Louis XVI Burled Walnut Vanity Dresser
By Phoenix Chair Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Regency Louis XVI style vanity dresser with mirror
By Phoenix Furniture Co
Category
Early 20th Century American Louis XVI Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Brass
Simmons Brushed Steel Sheraton Series Desk Vanity Set
By Simmons Company Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Early 20th century, Sheraton Series vanity or desk set by Simmons Company Furniture features an
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Early 20th Century American Sheraton Antique Vanity Furniture
Materials
Steel
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Antique Vanity Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic piece of antique vanity furniture available at 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and glass. 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. Each item from our selection of antique vanity furniture bearing Victorian, Louis XVI or Louis XV hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one choice in our collection of antique vanity furniture that is appealing in its simplicity, but Gillows of Lancaster
London, Tiffany
Co. and François Linke produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Antique Vanity Furniture?
The average selling price for a piece of antique vanity furniture at 1stDibs is $2,499, while they’re typically $50 on the low end and $74,861 for the highest priced.
Questions About Antique Vanity 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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, 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.
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