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Pair of French 19th Century Copper Table Lamps with Verdigris Patina, US-Wired
Located in Atlanta, GA
patina, made into table lamps on lucite bases, wired for the USA. This distinctive pair of table lamps
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19th Century French Antique Wire Furniture

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Copper

Pair of French 19th Century Tole Wall Jardinieres Wired as Wall Sconces
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of French 19th century painted and parcel-gilt tole wall jardinieres wired as wall sconces.
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19th Century French Directoire Antique Wire Furniture

Materials

Tôle

Early 19th Century Chinese Export Porcelain Pistol Handle Urn, wired as a Lamp
Located in Atlanta, GA
Early 19th Century Chinese Export Porcelain Pistol Handle Urn, wired as a lamp.
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Early 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Wire Furniture

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Porcelain

Pair of Italian 19th Century Silver Leaf Fragments Made into Wired Table Lamps
Located in Atlanta, GA
table lamps mounted on lucite bases and wired for the USA. Created in Italy during the 19th century
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19th Century Italian Antique Wire Furniture

Materials

Silver Leaf

English 19th Century Cream Glazed Stoneware Water Filter Made into a Wired Lamp
Located in Atlanta, GA
table lamp wired professionally for the US and mounted on a round lucite base. Created in England under
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Wire Furniture

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Stoneware

Italian 18th Century Pair of Baluster Fragments Made into Wired Lamps on Lucite
Located in Atlanta, GA
motifs, made into US wired table lamps mounted on square lucite bases. Created in Italy during the later
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18th Century Italian Antique Wire Furniture

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Lucite, Wood

Pair of 19th Century Italian Baluster Fragments Made into Wired Lamps on Lucite
Located in Atlanta, GA
motifs, made into US wired table lamps mounted on square lucite bases. Created in Italy during the early
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Wire Furniture

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Lucite, Walnut

Turn of the Century French Iron and Glass Lantern, Wired for the USA
Located in Atlanta, GA
Emanating the graceful elegance of early 20th-century French design, this iron lantern from circa 1900 seamlessly blends utility with artistry. Meticulously crafted with four transpa...
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Early 20th Century French Antique Wire Furniture

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Iron

Turn of the Century French Iron and Glass Lantern, Wired for the USA
Located in Atlanta, GA
Emanating the graceful elegance of early 20th-century French design, this iron lantern from circa 1900 seamlessly blends utility with artistry. Meticulously crafted with four transpa...
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Early 20th Century French Antique Wire Furniture

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Iron

1920s Green Pottery Table Lamp with Raised Floral Motif on Wooden Base, Wired
Located in Atlanta, GA
ambiance into any room. Newly and professionally wired for the USA, this lamp ensures seamless integration
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Early 20th Century Antique Wire Furniture

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Pottery

Silver toothpick holder with peacock perched on a base with a wire rack
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Silver toothpick holder with peacock perched on a grated base and resting on four cut-out feet. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Mark: Absent. Weight: 81.09 grams. Dim...
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19th Century European Antique Wire Furniture

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Silver

"Dancers w/ Veils", Art Deco Lamp w/ Nude Female Figures, Unique Wire Mesh Shade
By Muncie Pottery, Reuben Haley
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This bold and vivid lamp from the late 1920s captures a phenomenon that started in the late 19th century and continued into the Art Deco period -- female figures dancing with flowing...
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Wire Furniture

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Ceramic

Pair of Early 19th Century French Empire Neoclassical Bronze Urns Wired as Lamps
Located in Long Island City, NY
Pair of Early 19th Century French Empire Neoclassical Bronze Urns, Wired as Lamps. Featuring ornate
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1810s French Empire Antique Wire Furniture

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Bronze

Antique Cobalt Blue Prunus Blossom Jar, Circa 1900 Made into US Wired Table Lamp
Located in Atlanta, GA
A blue and white Chinese porcelain jar circa 1900 made into a modern table lamp wired for the USA
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Wire Furniture

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Porcelain

Antique Delft Blue and White Porcelain Vase Made into Modern US Wired Table Lamp
By Delft
Located in Atlanta, GA
An early 19th century Delft porcelain vase made into a custom table lamp wired for the USA. This
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Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Wire Furniture

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Brass

Monumental Pair of Murano Glass Vases Wired as Lamps with Gilt Bronze Mounts
Located in New York, NY
A monumental pair of murano glass vases wired as lamps with gilt bronze mounts. On a small island
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Antique Wire Furniture

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Bronze

Large French Antique Wire Escargot Collecting Basket With Lid Flower Forage Trug
Located in Bristol, GB
VINTAGE FORAGING TRUG An unusual example with a wirework lid that can be fixed closed, originally designed to stop the live snails escaping! Could now be used for its original in...
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Early 20th Century French Rustic Antique Wire Furniture

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Metal

Antique Twisted Wire Country Store/ Diner Pie/Biscuit Stand Display Stand
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
This is a great piece for any rustic or country style of décor. It is a five level stand each level intended to hold a pie plate or plate of cookies or biscuits etc. It would also be...
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Early 20th Century American Country Antique Wire Furniture

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Metal

Antique Cast Iron Sconces with Original Paint, Newly Wired with Custom Backplate
Located in Houston, TX
painted finish. There are two pair available. They have been wired for the US. These sconces are a bit
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Early 1900s French Early Victorian Antique Wire Furniture

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Iron

Antique Meiji Silver Wire Japanese Cloisonne Vase with Eagle and Dragon over Wav
Located in Long Island City, NY
An antique Japanese Cloisonne Meiji Golden Age Period high quality silver wire Attributed to
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Wire Furniture

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Enamel

Pair of French 19th Century Bronze Two-Light Ribbon-Tied Wall Sconces, Wired
Located in Atlanta, GA
fabric. Wired for the US, this pair of French 19th century bronze wall sconces will bring a stylish
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19th Century French Antique Wire Furniture

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Bronze

Pair of Pine Twisted Finials on Tall Bases Mounted as Table Lamps, USA Wired
Located in Atlanta, GA
, made into table lamps wired for the USA. This pair of table lamps, ingeniously crafted from 19th
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19th Century Antique Wire Furniture

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Pine

Pair of 19th Century French Neoclassic Gilt Bronze Sconces, Three Lights, Wired
Located in Houston, TX
been wired. Lovely floral and foliate Design supporting a winged angel at the central post. A bird is
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Late 19th Century French Antique Wire Furniture

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Bronze

Pair of Antique Gilt Tole Applique 3-Arm Hard Wired Sconces, Italy
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
and soft gold with patina. These were electrified at one point, wires are still in place, but were
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1920s Italian Neoclassical Antique Wire Furniture

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Metal, Bronze

American Wire Decorative Scrolled Brass and Swag Folding Fire Screen, Circa 1790
Located in Charleston, SC
American wire and brass rail top hinged fireplace screen with pleasing decorative brass wire work
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1790s American American Colonial Antique Wire Furniture

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Brass, Steel, Iron

Rare Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Silver Wire White Enamel Vase with Birds and Flowe
Located in Long Island City, NY
A rare small Japanese, late Ming dynasty, silver wire white enamel vase. The vase has an amphora
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Wire Furniture

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Enamel, Silver

American Serpentine Brass Finial and Artistic Wire Work Fire Fender, Circa 1810
Located in Charleston, SC
, and pleasing scrolled artistic wire work. Philadelphia, early 19th century.  
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1810s American American Empire Antique Wire Furniture

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Brass, Iron

American Serpentine Brass Finial and Artistic Wire Work Fire Fender, Circa 1810
Located in Charleston, SC
scrolled artistic wire work. New York, early 19th century.  
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1810s American American Empire Antique Wire Furniture

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Brass, Iron

American Serpentine Brass Finial and Artistic Wire Work Fire Fender, Circa 1810
Located in Charleston, SC
scrolled artistic wire work. New York, Early 19th Century.     
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1810s American American Empire Antique Wire Furniture

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Brass, Iron

American Serpentine Brass Finial and Artistic Wire Work Fire Fender, Circa 1810
Located in Charleston, SC
, and pleasing scrolled artistic wire work. Philadelphia, Early 19th century.  
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1810s American American Empire Antique Wire Furniture

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Brass, Iron

American Serpentine Brass Finial and Artistic Wire Work Fire Fender, Circa 1810
Located in Charleston, SC
pleasing scrolled artistic wire work. Boston, MA early 19th century.
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1810s American American Empire Antique Wire Furniture

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Brass, Iron

Pair of French 1920s Empire Style Bronze and Opaline Glass Table Lamps, Wired
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of French Empire style bronze and opaline glass candelabra table lamps from the early 20th century, with scrolling arms and volutes. Created in France during the first quarter...
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Early 20th Century French Empire Antique Wire Furniture

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Bronze

German Bisque Porcelain Half Doll with Original Wire Lace Skirt Antique, 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A petite antique German half doll with original lace dress on wire base. She is holding the hand
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1910s German Hollywood Regency Antique Wire Furniture

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Metal

Antique French Pedestal Urn Hand Made Black Twisted Wire Basket, Late 19th C
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From France, a pedestal base, urn form twisted wire standing basket with a wide upper rolled rim
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Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Wire Furniture

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Metal

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Silver Wire Koro Censer Bird in Cherry B
Located in Long Island City, NY
An antique Japanese copper tripod incense burner of Koro type with silver wire cloisonne enamel
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Wire Furniture

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Enamel, Silver

Pair of French 1920s Bronze Palm Tree Table Lamps on Octagonal Bases, USA Wired
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of French bronze palm tree table lamps from circa 1920 on octagonal bases, rewired for the USA. This exquisite pair of French bronze palm tree table lamps from circa 1920 show...
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Early 20th Century French Antique Wire Furniture

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Bronze

English Regency Brass Fire Fender with Artistic Wire Work Gallery, Circa 1815
Located in Charleston, SC
English Regency brass fire fender with artistic wire work gallery, original flanking tool holders
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1810s English Regency Antique Wire Furniture

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Brass, Iron

English Deer Leg Wired Table Lamp Dated 1908, Mounted on a Circular Wooden Base
Located in Atlanta, GA
leg mounted on a circular wooden base. Wired for the US, this deer leg table lamp will bring a
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Early 20th Century English Antique Wire Furniture

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Other

Pair of 1880s English Stoneware with Coat of Arms Made into Wired Table Lamps
Located in Atlanta, GA
, this pair of English 1880s stoneware made into US wired table lamps will bring a touch of authenticity
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Late 19th Century English Antique Wire Furniture

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Stoneware

Rare 3 Piece Set of Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Silver Wire Vases wi
Located in Long Island City, NY
Rare 3 Piece Set of Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Silver Wire Vases with Wisteria and
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Wire Furniture

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Enamel, Silver

Silver morrões tray scissors w/ a wire rack four feet w/ claw-shaped reliefs
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Silver tray and scissors with grate and four feet with claw-shaped reliefs. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Lisbon Crown. Weight: 227.26 grams. Dimensions: 17c...
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Early 18th Century European Antique Wire Furniture

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Silver

Silver morrões tray scissors w/ a wire rack resting on four claw-shaped feet
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Silver tray and scissors with rack and four claw-shaped feet. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Lisbon Crown. Weight: 285.91 grams. Dimensions: Tray - 17.5x9cm S...
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Early 18th Century European Antique Wire Furniture

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Silver

Art Déco American Metal Wire and Wood Bellboy/Bellhop/Stick Figure Match Holder
Located in North Miami, FL
Art Déco american metal wire and wood bellboy/bellhop/stick figure toothpick and match holder By
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Wire Furniture

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Metal

Two Textured Hard Wired Brutalist Art Deco Italian Burst Flame Sconces in Iron
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Pair of two hard wired Italian brutalist sconces. Each sconce is made of cast or forged iron and
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1920s Italian Brutalist Antique Wire Furniture

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Metal, Steel, Iron

Pair of French, 1890s Rococo Style Two-Light Crystal Sconces Wired for the US
Located in Atlanta, GA
arrangement of pendeloques concludes the ensemble. Wired for the US and ready to be placed against a wall
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Late 19th Century French Rococo Antique Wire Furniture

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Crystal, Metal

A rug made of woven steel wire, from a conveyor belt, USA early 20th century.
Located in Milan, IT
made from knitted, articulated steel wire, used for industrial purposes, now used as a carpet. United
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Early 20th Century American Antique Wire Furniture

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Steel

American Painted Wire and Polished Brass Fireplace Fender on Iron Base, C. 1810
Located in Charleston, SC
American hand painted wire and polished brass fireplace fender with interior vertical rod supports
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1810s American American Colonial Antique Wire Furniture

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique Chinese Bronze Cloisonné Vase China Flowers Nice Wired Cloisonne 19/20th
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely small dish Additional information: Material: Bronze Type: Altar Dish Region of Origin: China Period: 19th century Condition: Overall Condition B (Good Used): Some damages to ...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Wire Furniture

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Bronze

Set of 3 Late 19th Century Assembled Spun Brass Buckets with Steel Wire Handles
Located in Kenilworth, IL
/2” & 8-1/2”) with steel wire handles. Small and middle sized kettles are stamped on the underside
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Late 19th Century American Antique Wire Furniture

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Brass, Steel

Silver morrões tray and scissors with a wire rack and set on four shell feet
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Silver tray and scissors with rack and standing on four shell-shaped feet. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Lisboa Coroa. Weight: 241.67 grams. Dimensions: Tray...
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Early 18th Century European Antique Wire Furniture

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Silver

18th C. French Bleached Buffet à Deux-Corps w/Wire-Front Geometric Panel Doors
Located in Atlanta, GA
an upper case which houses a pair of wire-front doors that have a decorative upper panel with a
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18th Century French Antique Wire Furniture

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Wood

American Brass Rail and Rope Artistic Wire Work Fire Place Fender, NY, C. 1800
Located in Charleston, SC
American fire place fender with brass rail, pleasing scrolled artistic wire work, and resting on a
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Early 1800s American American Empire Antique Wire Furniture

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Brass, Iron

18th Century Buffet à Deux Corps in Pine with Brass Chicken Wire on Panels
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
gendarme top, brass chicken wire on upper door panels, original key plates and carved escargot feet. France
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Late 18th Century European Louis XV Antique Wire Furniture

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Brass

19th C Italian Pair of Baroque Style Silver 2-Light Wall Sconces, Wired for US
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian pair of Baroque style silver plated, two-light wall sconces from the 19th century. These antique wall lights from Italy each feature shapely back-plates in the elaborate B...
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19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Wire Furniture

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Silver Plate

Wirework and Marquetry Birdcage Lantern
Located in Greenwich, CT
A superb birdcage with shaped wirework body of elegant form topped by a turned mahogany finial and finished at the bottom with a spectacular marquetry inlaid base with designed to be...
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1870s Italian Antique Wire Furniture

Materials

Wire

19th Century English Oil Painting on Canvas, Victorian Woman, Illegibly Signed
Located in Miami, FL
illegibly signed on the lower right. It is nicely framed, wired and ready to hang. The previous owner
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Wire Furniture

Materials

Wire

19th Century Zinc Finial, France
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
decorative form features finely detailed workmanship accented with chicken wire, adding texture and visual
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Late 19th Century French Antique Wire Furniture

Materials

Wire, Zinc

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Antique Wire Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of antique wire furniture available at 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wire and stone. Find 266 options for an antique or vintage item from our selection of antique wire furniture now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. 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 21st Century. A choice in our collection of antique wire furniture, designed in the Empire, Art Nouveau or Baroque style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made object in our assortment of antique wire furniture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Atelier Lam, Early Electrics Design Studio and Holmegaard are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique Wire Furniture?

The average selling price for a piece of antique wire furniture at 1stDibs is $2,414, while they’re typically $74 on the low end and $34,389 for the highest priced.
Questions About Antique Wire 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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell who made your antique furniture, seek out a maker's marking. Locations of these marks vary, but they are generally in an inconspicuous location. For example, a dresser may have the mark inside a drawer or on the back, while a hallmark on a table is often on a leg or under the tabletop. Once you locate a mark, you can use trusted online resources to identify the maker and learn more about them. If you can't find a marking on your piece, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you with the identification process. Explore a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell antique furniture from reproduction, first check for a maker's mark. By researching the maker associated with the marking using trusted online resources, you can determine when they were active. If the company was in business 100 years ago or more, your piece may be an antique, but if the company's history began more recently, your piece is likely a reproduction. If you can't locate a marking, study the details of the furniture up close. Genuine antiques will often show tool marks and slight variations in carved details because they were typically handcrafted. Most contemporary furniture is machine-made, so you won't usually see these types of characteristics. When in doubt, have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your furniture. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify antique Chinese furniture, look carefully at its details. Chinese craftsmen often built furniture using mortise and tenon joinery, eliminating the need for nails and screws. If you see this type of hardware, your piece is likely not at least 100 years old, especially if the hardware still looks new and shiny. Since antique furniture was handmade, you will normally see slight imperfections, such as tool marks or slight variations in carvings. Pieces that appear completely uniform and pristine are less often genuine antiques.

    When present, maker's marks can also be helpful. Research the marks to learn more about when the maker was active and producing pieces like yours. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your furniture for you.

    Shop an assortment of antique Chinese furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    How old furniture that is called antique can be is typically at least 100 years. People usually call furniture between 20 and 99 years old vintage. Contemporary is the word for furniture manufactured within the last 20 years. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best finish for antique furniture is a matter of liking. But film finish is recommended by experts as it leaves a thick coat of film on the wood surface which protects wood from water and scratches. Shellac or varnish and water base are commonly used film finishes. Find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage furniture on 1stDibs
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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 ExpertMay 14, 2024
    To be considered antique, furniture must usually be at least 100 years old. Contemporary is the name for furniture produced within the last 20 years. Vintage furniture is at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019

    The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    To tell the difference between antique and reproduction furniture, first look at hidden areas, such as the backs or insides of the drawers. On reproduction furniture, you may find plywood or engineered wood in these areas, while antique furniture will usually have solid hardwood on drawer interiors and backs. Also, slight irregularities and marks indicating that the furniture was built with hand tools rather than machines usually suggest that the piece is antique. Because it can be difficult to differentiate reproductions from genuine antiques without expertise and training, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer about the age of your piece. Find a diverse assortment of antique furniture on 1stDibs.