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Belgian Style Antique Woven Soldier Tapestry
Located in Queens, NY
Belgian style (17/18th Century) vertical figurative woven tapestry depicting a crowd in the
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18th Century Unknown Biedermeier Belgium Antique Furniture
Rare Belgium Majolica Asparagus Plate Wasmuel, circa 1880
By Wasmuel Majolica
Located in Austin, TX
Rare belgium Majolica asparagus plate Wasmuel, circa 1880.
Napkin trompe l'oeil.
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Late 19th Century Belgian Rustic Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
Rare Belgium Majolica Asparagus Plate Wasmuel, circa 1880
By Wasmuel Majolica
Located in Austin, TX
Rare belgium Majolica asparagus plate Wasmuel, circa 1880.
Napkin trompe l'oeil.
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Late 19th Century Belgian Rustic Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
Rare Belgium Majolica Asparagus Plate Wasmuel, circa 1880
By Wasmuel Majolica
Located in Austin, TX
Rare belgium Majolica asparagus plate Wasmuel, circa 1880.
Napkin trompe l'oeil.
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Late 19th Century Belgian Rustic Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
Belgian Arts
Crafts Hublet Beige Porcelain Vase
By S. Hublet
Located in Queens, NY
Belgian Arts & Crafts glazed beige porcelain vase with cover having an open black finial and
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19th Century Belgian Arts and Crafts Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century Belgian Marble Inexpensive Vintage Fireplace Surround
Located in Beervelde, BE
This late 19th century surround is in a brown Belgian marble. Simple and decorative with nice
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19th Century Belgian Louis Philippe Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Marble
17th Century Belgian Gris d’Ardenne Marble Fireplace Surround - Bolection
Located in Beervelde, BE
This authentic 17th century fireplace surround in Belgian Gris d’Ardenne marble is a truly rare
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17th Century Belgian Baroque Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Marble
Large antique glazed brown ceramic pot, Belgium, 1800
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 1800s / antique / ceramics / pot / brown glazed A Belgian Ceramic Pot from the 1800s, a
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18th Century Belgian Rustic Belgium Antique Furniture
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Ceramic
Bronze Inkwell by H.Luppens
Cie, Bruxelles, Belgium, 1900
By H. Luppens
Cie
Located in Delft, NL
Bronze inkwell by H.Luppens & Cie, Bruxelles, Belgium, 1900
Famous bronze company of Brussels of
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Late 19th Century Belgian Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Large Rococo painting with gilded wooden frame, Belgium ca. 1900
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 1900 / painting / canvas, wood / Antique / Baroque / Rococo
A large Baroque painting
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Early 1900s Belgian Baroque Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Belgian Oak Apothecary / Filing Cabinet Folding Doors, 1920/30s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This oak filing cabinet with brass hardware was made in the early 20th century in Belgium. The
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Early 1900s Belgian Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak
Large Belgian Neo-Gothic Painted and Giltwood Architectural Element
Located in San Francisco, CA
Of Neo-gothic style and large scale with a protruding cornice carved with a meandering foliate vine; above an openwork body with trefoil and quatrefoil pierced reserves over a pointe...
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1860s Belgian Gothic Revival Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
Rare Antique Advertising Display – Belgian Manufacture Of Floreffe – Complete
Located in Bilzen, BE
"Rare Antique Advertising Display – Belgian Manufacture Of Floreffe – Complete & Original"
An
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Early 20th Century Belgian Other Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Metal
Industrial Bar/Bistro Table with Cast Iron Legs and Wooden Top, Belgium 1920s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 1920 / bar or bistro table / wood and cast iron / industrial
Beautiful combination of
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Early 20th Century Belgian Industrial Belgium Antique Furniture
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Iron
Early 20th Century Belgian Metal Samovar With Lid
Located in High Point, NC
This Early 20th Century Belgian Metal Samovar is an elegant piece, exuding a sense of grandeur and
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Early 20th Century Belgian Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Metal
Female Bust by Gustave Van Vaerenbergh, Belgium, ca 1900
By Gustave van Vaerenbergh
Located in Delft, NL
, raised on a square foot.
Gustave Van Vaerenbergh (1873-1927) was a Belgian sculptor, famous and known
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Late 19th Century Belgian Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Marble
Albert Claes-Thobois (Belgian 1883-1945) Oil on Canvas "Atelier Cubisant"
Located in San Francisco, CA
Claes-Thobois is represented in the National Collection of Belgium and the Museum of Modern Art in
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1920s Belgian Art Deco Belgium Antique Furniture
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Paint, Canvas
Elegant Art Deco Shell Shade Table Lamp Belgium 1930s
Located in Tilburg, NL
Art Deco Adjustable Shell Shade Table Lamp Belgium 1930s.
Beautiful 1930s art deco table lamp with
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Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Metal
Adjustable Art Deco Shell Shade Table Lamp Belgium 1930s
Located in Tilburg, NL
Art Deco Adjustable Shell Shade Table Lamp Belgium 1930s.
Beautiful 1930s art deco table lamp with
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Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Metal
Antique Belgian Fruitwood Carpenter
s Woodworking Bench with 2 Vices, Circa 1920
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique Belgian Carpenter's Woodworking Bench in Solid Fruitwood with 2 Working Vices, Circa 1920
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Early 20th Century Belgian Belgium Antique Furniture
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Fruitwood
Early 19th Century Belgian Oil on Panel by André Collin
Located in Chicago, IL
right corner.
André Collin (1862-1930) was a Belgian painter active during the modern period. He
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19th Century Belgian Victorian Belgium Antique Furniture
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Wood, Paint
Gothic sculpted panel in oak from the 16th century, Belgium
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 16th century / wooden sculpted panel / oak / Gothic / Rustic / Antique
A panel in oak
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16th Century Belgian Gothic Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak
Antique Mint Condition Belgian Art Deco Carpet
Located in Milan, IT
Very finely woven with high quality wool, this early Belgian Art Deco rug comes with an unknown
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1920s Belgian Art Deco Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
Spectacular chandelier lamp Art Deco style Muller Frères/Schneider 1920 Belgium
Located in Wien, AT
Spectacular ceiling chandelier, hanging lamp, made in the Art Deco period in Belgium.
The ceiling
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1920s Belgian Art Deco Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Walking stick, matches candle holder, by Gustave Serrurier-Bovy, Belgium 1910.
By Gustave Serrurier-Bovy
Located in Milan, IT
Paris, in The Hague, in Nice. Liege, Belgium, circa 1910.
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Early 20th Century Belgian Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique Belgian Fireplace Grate, 17th - 18th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Fine hand-forged Louis XIV period fireplace basket or fire grate. The condition is good.
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Early 18th Century Belgian Louis XIV Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Romantic Painting, Oil on Canvas, Grazing Cows, Belgium 19th Century
Located in Greven, DE
Antique romantic depiction of animals - oil on canvas.
Painted in Belgium at the end of the 19th
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Late 19th Century Belgian Romantic Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Canvas
Large Vintage Giltwood Wall Mirror – Napoleon III Style, Belgium, 1970s
Located in Sakskøbing, DK
Vintage Belgian gildwood mirror in Napoleon III style, with a wide wooden frame and subtle
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Late 19th Century Belgian Napoleon III Belgium Antique Furniture
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Wood, Giltwood
Colorful Antique Ceramic Tiles by Faiencerie de Bouffioulx, Belgium 1920s
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Very colorful and unique handmade ceramic tiles. Manufactured by Faiencerie de Bouffioulx, Belgium
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1920s Belgian Art Deco Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Silver Coffee and Tea Set, Belgium, 19th Century
Located in Belmont, MA
Silver coffee and tea set, Belgium 19th century
The design of this beautiful coffee and tea set is
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1890s Belgian Regency Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Silver
$4,500 / set
Original Antique Belgium Spa Sewing Box with Secret Compartment
Located in Northampton, GB
Painted with Spa Scenes
From our Sewing Box collection, we are delighted to offer this Original Spa Sewing Box. The Sewing Box of rectangular form made from Sycamore is extensively ...
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Late 18th Century Belgian George III Belgium Antique Furniture
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Sycamore
Belgian 17th Century Woven Tapestry of Kneeling King
Located in Queens, NY
Belgian (17/18th Century) vertical woven tapestry of kneeling king with figures affixed to a wooden
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18th Century Belgian Other Belgium Antique Furniture
Signed Rustic Large Glazed Brown Ceramic Pot, Belgium, 1800s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 1800s / antique / ceramics / pot / brown glazed
This exquisite large rustic brown pot
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Late 18th Century Belgian Rustic Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
20th Century Art Deco Belgian Marble Fireplace Mantel
Located in Beervelde, BE
This Belgian Art Deco vintage fireplace was made in the bespoke Rochefort marble. The carrier of
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Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Belgium Antique Furniture
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Marble
Val Saint Lambert, Signed Crystal Pair Candlesticks, 1900s, Belgium
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Verviers, BE
Val Saint Lambert signed 1900, Belgium
Pair of very nice clear Crystal Art Deco candlesticks made
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Early 1900s Belgian Art Deco Belgium Antique Furniture
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Crystal
19th Century Belgian Antique Parisian Plaster Architectural Model Capitol
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A white, antique Belgian architectural model made of hand crafted plaster of Paris, in good
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19th Century Belgian Rococo Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Plaster
Scailmont Art Deco Glass Vase, Belgium, circa 1930
By Charles Catteau, Scailmont
Located in Delft, NL
Scailmont Art Deco Glass Vase, Belgium, circa 1930
Verreries de Scailmont, made by Charles Catteau
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Early 20th Century Belgian Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Glass
Late 19th Century Belgian Stick Farm Chair Newly Strung with Seagrass Signed
Located in Wainscott, NY
This rustic armchair from Belgium beautifully marries organic materials with timeless craftsmanship
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Early 19th Century Belgian Belgium Antique Furniture
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Wood, Seagrass
Antique Belgian Fireplace Grate, 17th-18th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Beautiful hand-forged Louis XV fireplace basket or fire grate. The condition of the grate is good.
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Early 18th Century Belgian Louis XV Belgium Antique Furniture
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Wrought Iron
12 Val St. Lambert Cranberry Tumblers with Birds c1920s Belgium
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1920s, Val St. Lambert, Belgium. These twelve Val St. Lambert tumblers in cranberry are
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1920s Belgian Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Cut Glass
Hand Crafted Belgian Wood Child.s Horse Figure
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
White painted wood standing horse. Hand carved and well proportioned.
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19th Century Belgian Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique Belgian Bluestone and Wrought Iron Table
Located in Dallas, TX
This 19th-century antique table pairs a substantial bluestone slab top with an ornate wrought-iron base. The stone surface shows natural wear and subtle variations, giving it a quiet...
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18th Century Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Stone, Wrought Iron
Antique Belgian Cast Iron Milk Container, circa 1920s
Located in Dallas, TX
Company). In the early 20th century, SLM had a strong presence in northern France and Belgium, as the
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1920s Belgian Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Metal, Iron
Spherical bas-relief in plaster by Geo Verbanck, Belgium, 1920s
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
A rare and monumental plaster bas-relief by Belgian sculptor Geo Verbanck (1881–1961), signed lower
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1920s Belgian Art Deco Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Plaster
Italian 19th Century Black Belgium Marble and Pietra Dura Side Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A striking Italian 19th century Black Belgian marble and Pietra Dura side table. The table is
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19th Century Italian Belgium Antique Furniture
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Belgian Black Marble
Antique Michiels chocolate tray - 1905 - 75 years of Belgian independence
Located in Bilzen, BE
Antique advertising tray - advertising sign for Michiels Belgian chocolate, which was located in
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Early 1900s Belgian Art Nouveau Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Metal
Val St. Lambert, Belgium. Large centerpiece in clear crystal glass
Located in København, Copenhagen
Val St. Lambert, Belgium.
Large centerpiece in clear crystal glass. Glass with air bubbles from
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1920s Belgian Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Crystal
Italian 19th century Malachite, Black Belgian marble
Ebony micro mosaic plaque
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A superb and most decorative Italian 19th century Malachite, Black Belgian marble and Ebony micro
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19th Century Italian Belgium Antique Furniture
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Belgian Black Marble
Pair of Tall 19th Century Chapel Doors from Belgium
Located in Dallas, TX
Hand-carved in Belgium, circa 1860, this 11 foot tall pair of doors (132.88 inches) were recently
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1860s Belgian Gothic Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Iron
Belgian Black and Italian Siena Marble Fireplace Mantel
Located in London, GB
A striking French Louis XVI style marble fireplace in Belgian black and Italian Siena marble. The
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Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Belgium Antique Furniture
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Belgian Black Marble
A Belgian children
s tableware by Anci Mouzin Lecat, 19th Century
Located in Delft, NL
A Belgian children's tableware by Anci Mouzin Lecat, 19th Century
A children's tableware by Anci
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Late 19th Century Belgian Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Earthenware
A Pair of Carved Belgian Blue Stone Planters, C. 1900.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These rectangular planters are crafted of Belgian Blue Stone (also known as Petit Granit or Pierre
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Early 20th Century Belgian Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Stone
Industrial side table or nightstand in Bauhaus style, Belgium ca. 1910
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 1910 / side table or nightstand / wood, metal / Industrial / Bauhaus
Industrial early
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Early 20th Century Belgian Industrial Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Metal
Vintage Blue Painted Pine Buffet, Belgium c. 1920
Located in Napa, CA
Very large painted buffet from Belgium. Might have been a work bench, would now make a great rustic
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Early 20th Century Belgian Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Paint, Pine
Hand carved oak crucifix or corpus Christi, Belgium ca. 1900
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 1900 / crucifix / oak / Religious / Antique
Very detailed antique French wood carved
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Early 19th Century Belgian Baroque Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak
Set of 5 Belgian faience tiles of imaginary fish, c. 1920
Located in Kenilworth, IL
, and black.
Stamped on the underside: W, Belgium
Belgium, circa 1920.
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Early 18th Century Belgian Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Faience
Art Deco Oak Side Table with Sculptural Base and Geometric Top, Belgium ca. 1920
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 1920 / side table / oak / Art Deco
A refined example of Belgian Art Deco design, this
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1920s Belgian Art Deco Belgium Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak
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Belgium Antique Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of Belgium antique furniture you’re looking for. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and stone. 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 Belgium antique furniture is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco, Baroque and Art Nouveau styles are sought with frequency. A well-made choice in our collection of Belgium antique furniture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Wasmuel Majolica, Boch Freres Keramis and Val Saint Lambert are consistently popular.
How Much is a Belgium Antique Furniture?
Prices for a piece of Belgium antique furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $2 and can go as high as $750,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,304.
Questions About Belgium 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.
- Is antique furniture in style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, antique furniture is in style. Many people appreciate the beauty and handcrafted character of antique furniture and love the idea of owning pieces with a rich history. Remember that style preferences are nothing if not fluid, meaning what's in one year may not be the next. So, in choosing the furniture you're planning to live with, you should pay less attention to interior design fads than to what speaks to you. That way, you can select pieces that will add long-term character to your home. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024Many antique furniture brands are popular. While trends in collecting do vary over time, some makers consistently remain highly sought after. Among them are J. J.W. Meeks, John Henry Belter, R. J. Horner and Co., Stickley Furniture, George Hepplewhite, Josef Dannhauser, Thomas Chippendale and Thomas Sheridan. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024To know if your furniture is antique, look for labels and markings that indicate the maker. From there, you can use trusted online resources to determine when they were active and examine images to try to estimate the age of your piece. Furniture produced 100 years ago or more is antique. You can also have your furniture assessed by an appraiser or antiques dealer to learn about its age. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021There are a number of factors that can indicate if your antique furniture is valuable. When determining the value of antique furniture, consider its rarity. Additionally, it is important to determine the quality and condition of vintage furniture. If unsure of the value of your vintage furniture, have it appraised.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Antique furniture can be worth quite a lot, particularly if it is in good quality. The rarer the piece, the higher the value.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Whether antique furniture is making a comeback is a matter of opinion. Many people would argue that antique furniture never faded from fashion, as there have always been individuals who love the idea of owning pieces that have history. Some of the most popular styles for antique furniture include Art Deco, Arts and Crafts, Renaissance Revival, Elizabethan, Gothic Revival, Victorian and Chippendale. Find a large collection of antique furniture from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024To date antique furniture from the UK, first look for identifying markings on the piece. You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active. From there, you may be able to estimate the year of production by looking at images of other furniture the maker produced. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also aid you in the dating process. Find a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify antique Chinese furniture, look carefully at its details. Chinese craftsmen often built furniture using mortise and tenon joinery, eliminating the need for nails and screws. If you see this type of hardware, your piece is likely not at least 100 years old, especially if the hardware still looks new and shiny. Since antique furniture was handmade, you will normally see slight imperfections, such as tool marks or slight variations in carvings. Pieces that appear completely uniform and pristine are less often genuine antiques.
When present, maker's marks can also be helpful. Research the marks to learn more about when the maker was active and producing pieces like yours. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your furniture for you.
Shop an assortment of antique Chinese furniture. - 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The best finish for antique furniture is a matter of liking. But film finish is recommended by experts as it leaves a thick coat of film on the wood surface which protects wood from water and scratches. Shellac or varnish and water base are commonly used film finishes. Find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage furniture on 1stDibs
PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell how old your antique furniture is, research the maker using trusted online resources. You may find that the furniture maker was active for only a short period, giving you the ability to roughly estimate its age. For manufacturers and designers with a long history of production, consider the style of your furniture and look for images of similar pieces published online. Because it may be difficult to date furniture on your own, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To tell what your antique furniture is worth, look at sales histories on trusted online platforms and read valuation guides posted on trusted online resources. The maker, type, style, age and condition of your furniture will impact its value. Researching furniture produced by the same maker is a good starting point. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also aid you in the valuation process. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024How old furniture that is called antique can be is typically at least 100 years. People usually call furniture between 20 and 99 years old vintage. Contemporary is the word for furniture manufactured within the last 20 years. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell antique furniture from reproduction, first check for a maker's mark. By researching the maker associated with the marking using trusted online resources, you can determine when they were active. If the company was in business 100 years ago or more, your piece may be an antique, but if the company's history began more recently, your piece is likely a reproduction. If you can't locate a marking, study the details of the furniture up close. Genuine antiques will often show tool marks and slight variations in carved details because they were typically handcrafted. Most contemporary furniture is machine-made, so you won't usually see these types of characteristics. When in doubt, have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your furniture. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell who made your antique furniture, seek out a maker's marking. Locations of these marks vary, but they are generally in an inconspicuous location. For example, a dresser may have the mark inside a drawer or on the back, while a hallmark on a table is often on a leg or under the tabletop. Once you locate a mark, you can use trusted online resources to identify the maker and learn more about them. If you can't find a marking on your piece, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you with the identification process. Explore a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024To be considered antique, furniture must usually be at least 100 years old. Contemporary is the name for furniture produced within the last 20 years. Vintage furniture is at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024To tell the difference between antique and reproduction furniture, first look at hidden areas, such as the backs or insides of the drawers. On reproduction furniture, you may find plywood or engineered wood in these areas, while antique furniture will usually have solid hardwood on drawer interiors and backs. Also, slight irregularities and marks indicating that the furniture was built with hand tools rather than machines usually suggest that the piece is antique. Because it can be difficult to differentiate reproductions from genuine antiques without expertise and training, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer about the age of your piece. Find a diverse assortment of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019
The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.