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Good Late 19th Century English Boulle Work Quarter Chiming Mantel Clock
By Arnold Lewis 1
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
The caddy top with four finials over a balustrade sound fret and freestanding Corinthian columns set to each corner on plinths, inlaid all-over with fine engraved brass foliate fretw...
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19th Century British Louis XIV Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Bronze

French Belle Époque Louis XV Style Boulle Mantel Clock by Samuel Marti
By Samuel Marti
Located in Macclesfield, GB
A very good quality French Louis XV style boulle red tortoiseshell and brass inlaid mantel clock
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Brass

Louis XIV Style Silver Plated Bronze Six-Light Chandelier after Boulle
Located in London, GB
Finely cast and incised the central urn stem with female figures above a circular platform with six arms terminating in dished cast drip-pans, above a tapering boss with a berried fi...
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1890s French Louis XIV Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Bronze

Buffet at Support Height in Boulle Marquetry Attributed to Befort Jeune
By Befort Jeune
Located in charmes, FR
Buffet at support height from the Napoleon III period, in brass marquetry on a blackened wooden background, gilded bronzes the bronzes are typical of the production of young befort i...
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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Wood

Pair of English Victorian Boulle Side Cabinets in the Louis XIV Style
Located in Macclesfield, GB
An exceptional pair of English Victorian ebony and ebonized boulle side or display cabinets with
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Mid-19th Century English Louis XIV Boulle Furniture Antique

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Brass, Pewter

19th Century French Third Empire Mantle Clock in the Manner of André Boulle
Located in Sydney, NSW
Third Empire mantel clock, circa 1870s, France. In the Baroque manner of André Boulle.
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1870s French Baroque Revival Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Brass

18th Century a Louis XIV Mazarin Desk with Boulle Marquetry, Paris, circa 1700
Located in Paris, FR
Bureau Mazarin inlaid antique Louis XIV Boulle, Paris, 1700 entirely decorated with a lush Boulle
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Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Brass

Louis XIV Style Gilt Bronze Six-Light Chandelier after a Design by Boulle
Located in London, GB
Finely cast and incised the central urn stem with female figures above a circular platform with six arms terminating in dish cast drip-pans, above a tapering base with a berried fini...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XIV Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Ormolu

19th Century Napoleon III Pier Cabinet
Located in Sydney, NSW
A Napoleon III pier cabinet in the manner of André Charles Boulle. Inlaid with red shell and brass
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1870s French Baroque Revival Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Brass

17th Century Ebony Ivory Italian Travel Cabinet
Located in PARIS, FR
present but the latch cannot be closed anymore. This mobile piece of furniture was used to keep
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17th Century Italian Louis XIII Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Ivory, Wood, Ebony

20th Century, French Linen Kitchen Towels
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Set of five French kitchen towels with blue and yellow stripes in pure linen. Hand embroidered with the initials, M.G. Vintage but never used, 20th century.  
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Boulle Furniture Antique

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Linen

Great Cartel to Ask from Eighteenth Time
By Adrien Delorme
Located in charmes, FR
Large cartel to pose from the 18th century, in brown tortoiseshell and brass, in very good condition, movement in Paris.
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Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Tortoise Shell

19th Century French Napoleon III Cave a Liqueur
Located in Round Top, TX
Gorgeous 19th century French Napoleon III cave à liqueur with Marquetry Boule. Includes four carafes and 16 glasses, all Baccarat crystal.  
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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Boulle Furniture Antique

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Crystal

Exquisite Late 19th Century Louis XV Hand-Carved Walnut and Marble Sideboard
Located in Clinton Twp, MI
Beautiful and elegant Louis XV carved sideboard with painted boulle cabinet doors, serpentine
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Boulle Furniture Antique

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Marble, Serpentine

George III Coromandel Lacquer, Gilt Brass-Mounted Serpentine Commode
By Pierre Langlois
Located in London, Middlesex
associated with Andre-Charles Boulle. Another characteristic of furniture linked to the workshop of Langlois
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Mid-18th Century English Chinoiserie Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Lacquer

French Boulle Bureau Plat / Library Table, Late 18th Century
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Charleston, SC
Exceptional French Boulle bureau plat has the English feel of a library table with the four rams
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Late 18th Century French Louis XIV Boulle Furniture Antique

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Brass, Bronze, Ormolu

Original Antique French Boulle Dressing, End Table or Nightstand
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
table is sure to fill the bill. Boulle, André Charles (1642-1732) was a French furniture
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19th Century French Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Brass

Pair of Napoleon III Gilded Mirrors
Located in New Orleans, LA
versions. Artisans were inspired by the Renaissance, Henri II furniture, Boulle furniture of the baroque
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19th Century French Boulle Furniture Antique

Late 19 Century Boulle French Centre Table and Desk
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A fine Napoleon III French kidney shaped centre table and desk with overall Boulle work to the oak
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Boulle Marquetry Commodes
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in New Orleans, LA
André-Charles Boulle. Crafted of intricate ebony, tortoiseshell and brass marquetry, the pieces
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19th Century French Louis XIV Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Marble, Brass, Bronze

French Boulle Marquetry Desk
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in New Orleans, LA
perfected by celebrated ébéniste André-Charles Boulle. Displaying some of the finest craftsmanship of the
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19th Century French Louis XIV Boulle Furniture Antique

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Bronze

Napoleaon III Boulle Bookcase
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Montreal, QC
Charles Boulle. With ebony inlaid with brass framing the boulle work it is further enhanced by gilt bronze
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19th Century French Napoleon III Boulle Furniture Antique

Boulle and Gilt Mahogany Tantalus with Crystal Decanturs Glasses, 19th Century
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique French tantalus features gilt decorated mahogany case with boulle reminiscent of royal coat
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19th Century French Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Crystal

Original Antique Boulle 17th Century Corner Cabinet
By Ecole Boulle
Located in Firenze, IT
A gorgeous Andrè-Charles Boulle (Paris 1642-1732) corner cupboard. The entire façade is adorned
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18th Century and Earlier French Boulle Furniture Antique

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Silver, Brass

19th Century, Boulle Cabinet
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Houston, TX
This French two door cabinet with marble top has an elaborate marquetry of tortoiseshell and brass. The decorations are complemented with brass moldings and appliqués.
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19th Century French Louis XVI Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Brass

Boulle Napoleon III Decorative Box
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Chorzów, PL
French antique Boulle tortoise shell inlay box for jewelry, gloves or other precious details. Very
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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Tortoise Shell

French Antique Boulle Cabinet, 1880s
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Chorzów, PL
of the French ebéniste, A. Ch. Boulle. This piece of furniture is single-door cabinet with two
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1880s French Napoleon III Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Tortoise Shell

French Boulle Clock After Andres Boulle, Regence Style by Denis Millard A Paris
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Dublin, IE
An exceptional 19th century French ormolu-mounted, boulle and cut brass-inlaid mantel clock In the
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Brass

19th Century, French Boulle Cabinet
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality French, 19th century Boulle side cabinet. Having its original marble top
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19th Century French Louis XV Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Tortoise Shell

19th Century French Boulle Pedestal
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality French 19th century Boulle inlaid pedestal. Having a black marble-top, gilded
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19th Century French Louis XVI Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Brass

French 19th Century Boulle Pedestal
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality French, 19th century Boulle inlaid pedestal, having gilded ormolu monopodia
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19th Century French Louis XVI Boulle Furniture Antique

Antique French Boulle and Ormolu Figural Slate Top Display Cabinet, 20th Century
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique French Boulle figural display cabinet features black lacquer finish with Boulle over
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19th Century French Classical Roman Boulle Furniture Antique

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Ormolu

19th Century French Boulle Stationary Box
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A good quality 19th French boulle inlaid stationary box. Having brass inlay, a hinged top revealing
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19th Century French Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Brass

Fine Ormolu Mounted Boulle Commode
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in London, GB
With inlaid Boulle-work panels of ebony, brass and scarlet tortoiseshell, cast ormolu mounts and
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19th Century French Louis XIV Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Brass, Ormolu

19th Century French Boulle Tea Caddy
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This fine French boulle work tea caddy is beautifully decorated on all sides, with removable
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Brass

Pair of 19th Century Boulle Cabinets
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A good quality pair of 19th century French Boulle inlaid side cabinets. Each with their original
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19th Century French Louis XVI Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Brass

19th Century, French Boulle Inlaid Cabinet
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A good quality 19th century French Boulle inlaid side cabinet. Having a Belgium black marble top, a
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Brass

Boulle Marquetry Cabinet, France 18th Century
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Paris, FR
Rare and imposing cabinet in Boulle Marquetry, France end of 18th Century circa 1780. Impressive
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1780s French Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Brass, Bronze

19th Century French Boulle Marquetry Desk
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in New Orleans, LA
perfected by celebrated ebeniste André-Charles Boulle. Displaying some of the finest craftsmanship of the
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19th Century French Louis XIV Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Bronze

Boulle Vitrine Cabinet by Druce Co
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Chorzów, PL
Unique inlaid Boulle work panels of inlaid brass and tortoiseshell, applied with four classical
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19th Century British Victorian Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Ormolu, Brass

French Boulle Napoleon III Secretary Desk
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Chorzów, PL
Unique Louis XV style secretary desk cabinet in Boulle style. Brass marquetry on a background of
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Large Antique French Boulle Style Mantel Clock
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality French large gilded ormolu Boulle inlaid mantel clock. Having classical figures
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Late 19th Century French Louis XIV Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Brass

Pair of Boulle Cabinets, 19th Century
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A good quality pair of 19th century French boulle tortoiseshell and brass inlaid chests, each with
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1860s French Louis XIV Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Large, 19th Century Boulle inlaid Mantel clock
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very impressive late 19th century Boulle inlaid mantel clock. Having scrolling, gilded ormolu
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Late 19th Century French Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Brass

French 19th Century "Boulle" Marquetry Bracket Block
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in London, GB
A French second empire bracket clock by Berthoud of Paris In the manner of Andre-Charles Boulle
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19th Century French Louis XV Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Boulle Marquetry Style French Cabinet Napoleon III
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Paris, FR
Stunning, Important ceremonial piece of furniture with medallion, in Boulle style marquetry with
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1860s French Louis XVI Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Marble, Brass, Bronze

19th Century French Napoleon III Boulle Centre Table
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Nashville, TN
Good condition Ebonized Napoleon III Bedel & Cie Parisian made Boulle style centre table. One
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1890s French Napoleon III Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Antique French Boulle Napoleon III Inlaid Cabinet
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Chorzów, PL
After restoration 19th century French Boulle serpentine fronted credenza, having shaped glazed
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1880s French Napoleon III Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Brass

Pair of 19th Century Boulle Pier cabinets
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A good quality pair of 19th century French boulle inlaid pier cabinets, each with their original
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19th Century French Louis XVI Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Ormolu

Pair of 19th Century Boulle Pier Cabinets
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A good quality pair of French 19th century Boulle side cabinets, having ebonized tops and sides
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19th Century French Louis XVI Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Brass

Antique French Boulle Napoleon III Inlaid Cabinet
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Chorzów, PL
After restoration 19th century French Boulle serpentine fronted cabinet with shaped glazed doors
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1880s French Napoleon III Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Brass

Boulle Marquetry Style Cabinet, France, 18th Century
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Paris, FR
Gorgeous cabinet on restoration at the moment, ebony veneer with rich Boulle style inlay in pewter
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19th Century French Napoleon III Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Marble, Brass, Bronze, Pewter

Napoleon III Boulle Marquetry Cabinet, France, 1870
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Paris, FR
Napoleon III cabinet in Boulle marquetry with a gorgeous center bronze medallion framed by gilt
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1870s French Napoleon III Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Marble, Brass, Bronze

Louis XVI Style Cabinet, Boulle Marquetry, France
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Paris, FR
Gorgeous Louis XVI style cabinet in Boulle style marquetry in blackened pearwood, with a rich full
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19th Century French Louis XVI Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Marble, Brass, Bronze

Napoleon III Boulle Cabinet, France, 19th Century
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Paris, FR
Boulle Medallion cabinet Napoleon III in marquetry of brass nets. Very impressive ornamentation of
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19th Century French Napoleon III Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Carrara Marble, Brass, Bronze

Napoleon III Boulle Marquetry Writing Box, France, 1860
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Paris, FR
Napoleon III Ecritoire writing box in Boulle style marquetry in bone with brass central cartridge
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1870s French Napoleon III Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Brass

Napoleon III Table in Boulle Style Marquetry, 19th Century
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Paris, FR
Elegant small table vanity in Boulle marquetry Napoleon III made up of four brass leaves set in
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1860s French Napoleon III Boulle Furniture Antique

Materials

Brass, Bronze

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Boulle Furniture Antique For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic boulle furniture antique available at 1stDibs. A boulle furniture antique — often made from metal, brass and wood — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect boulle furniture antique — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A boulle furniture antique is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Louis XV, Louis XVI and Victorian styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one boulle furniture antique that is appealing in its simplicity, but André-Charles Boulle, Baccarat and Befort Jeune produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Boulle Furniture Antique?

Prices for a boulle furniture antique start at $298 and top out at $599,654 with the average selling for $7,210.
Questions About Boulle Furniture Antique
  • 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 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 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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify antique Chinese furniture, look carefully at its details. Chinese craftsmen often built furniture using mortise and tenon joinery, eliminating the need for nails and screws. If you see this type of hardware, your piece is likely not at least 100 years old, especially if the hardware still looks new and shiny. Since antique furniture was handmade, you will normally see slight imperfections, such as tool marks or slight variations in carvings. Pieces that appear completely uniform and pristine are less often genuine antiques.

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

    Shop an assortment of antique Chinese furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best finish for antique furniture is a matter of liking. But film finish is recommended by experts as it leaves a thick coat of film on the wood surface which protects wood from water and scratches. Shellac or varnish and water base are commonly used film finishes. Find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage furniture on 1stDibs
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    PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020

    To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell how old your antique furniture is, research the maker using trusted online resources. You may find that the furniture maker was active for only a short period, giving you the ability to roughly estimate its age. For manufacturers and designers with a long history of production, consider the style of your furniture and look for images of similar pieces published online. Because it may be difficult to date furniture on your own, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To tell what your antique furniture is worth, look at sales histories on trusted online platforms and read valuation guides posted on trusted online resources. The maker, type, style, age and condition of your furniture will impact its value. Researching furniture produced by the same maker is a good starting point. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also aid you in the valuation process. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 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 24, 2024
    To tell antique furniture from reproduction, first check for a maker's mark. By researching the maker associated with the marking using trusted online resources, you can determine when they were active. If the company was in business 100 years ago or more, your piece may be an antique, but if the company's history began more recently, your piece is likely a reproduction. If you can't locate a marking, study the details of the furniture up close. Genuine antiques will often show tool marks and slight variations in carved details because they were typically handcrafted. Most contemporary furniture is machine-made, so you won't usually see these types of characteristics. When in doubt, have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your furniture. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell who made your antique furniture, seek out a maker's marking. Locations of these marks vary, but they are generally in an inconspicuous location. For example, a dresser may have the mark inside a drawer or on the back, while a hallmark on a table is often on a leg or under the tabletop. Once you locate a mark, you can use trusted online resources to identify the maker and learn more about them. If you can't find a marking on your piece, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you with the identification process. Explore a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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 ExpertMay 14, 2024
    To be considered antique, furniture must usually be at least 100 years old. Contemporary is the name for furniture produced within the last 20 years. Vintage furniture is at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    To tell the difference between antique and reproduction furniture, first look at hidden areas, such as the backs or insides of the drawers. On reproduction furniture, you may find plywood or engineered wood in these areas, while antique furniture will usually have solid hardwood on drawer interiors and backs. Also, slight irregularities and marks indicating that the furniture was built with hand tools rather than machines usually suggest that the piece is antique. Because it can be difficult to differentiate reproductions from genuine antiques without expertise and training, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer about the age of your piece. Find a diverse assortment of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019

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