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Frank A Butler Early Doulton Lambeth Leaf Design Salt Glazed Jug
By Doulton Lambeth
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
designs by highly renowned artist Frank A Butler and dated 1873. The stoneware jug is of rounded bulbous
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1870s English Aesthetic Movement Butler Antique Furniture

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Stoneware

18th C. Italian Butler s Desk with Unique "Fall Front" Top / Faux Drawer
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian butler's desk from the 18th century raised on a base that is old but not original. This
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18th Century Italian Butler Antique Furniture

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Wood

Antique Butler s Duties Trug, English, Two Division Cutlery Tray, Georgian, 1800
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique butler's duties trug. An English, mahogany two division cutlery tray, dating to
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Late 18th Century British Butler Antique Furniture

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Wood

6 Vols British Birds and Their Nests, Butler, Avian Reference Book, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
by Arthur G. Butler and illustrated by F.W. Prohawk and dating to the late Victorian period. A
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Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Butler Antique Furniture

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Paper

Antique Meriden Co Victorian Silver Plated Covered Butter Butler Butter Dish
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Meriden Co Victorian Silver Plated Covered Butter Butler Butter Dish. Item features "C
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Early 1900s Victorian Butler Antique Furniture

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Silver Plate

Vintage EPC Sheffield English Victorian Silver Plated Hinged Lid Silent Butler
By Sheffield Silver Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage EPC Sheffield English Victorian Silver Plated Hinged Lid Silent Butler. Item features is
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Early 20th Century Victorian Butler Antique Furniture

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Silver Plate

18th c English George III flame mahogany bookcase with butlers desk
Located in Dallas, TX
18th c English George III flame mahogany bookcase with butlers desk.
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18th Century and Earlier English Butler Antique Furniture

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Wood

George Butler Company 7 Piece Sterling Mounted Sheffield Cased Serving Set
By Sheffield
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fantastic seven piece Sheffield serving set by the famous George Butler & Company. The set
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19th Century British Butler Antique Furniture

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Silver Plate

EXQUISITE ART DECO CIRCA 1920 S BUTLERS CONVEX WALL MIRROR WiTH PETAL BORDER
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning original circa 1920s Venetian etched mirror with bevelled edge frame Please note the delivery...
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1920s English Art Deco Butler Antique Furniture

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Mirror

Neoclassic Period French Commode W/Hidden Butler s Secretary Writing Desk
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassical commode, with hidden secretary and original hardware, from the turn of the 18th and 19th century. This antique commode from France gives the appearance of being...
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Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Butler Antique Furniture

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Wood

Biedermeier Period 19th Century Walnut Butler s Chest with Drop Front Desk
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Biedermeier period walnut butler's chest from the 19th century with drop front desk, ebonized
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19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Butler Antique Furniture

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Wood, Walnut

Antique Mermod Jaccard Co Art Nouveau Bird Crane Silver Plated Butlers Tray
By Mermod Jaccard Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Mermod Jaccard & Co Art Nouveau Silver Plated Butlers Tray with Crane Bird Design to Center
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Butler Antique Furniture

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Silver Plate

57.5CM GEOFFREY BUTLER COLUMBUS SLX CAMPAGNOLO CHORUS WINTER TRAiNER ROAD BIKE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Geoffrey Butler Columbus SLX NEW Steel road bike with Campagnolo Chorus groupset HISTORY I am selling my
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Early 20th Century Other Butler Antique Furniture

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Steel

Sheffield Silver Co. USA Silver Plated Butlers Crumb Catcher Tray w/ Broom
By Sheffield
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Sheffield Silver Co. USA Silver Plated Butlers Crumb Catcher Tray w/ Broom. Circa Early
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Butler Antique Furniture

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Silver Plate

Antique Large Victorian Neo Classical Silver Plated Butlers Tray Circa 1870
Located in London, GB
This is a superb antique English Victorian Neo-Classical silver-plated tray, circa 1870 in date. This shaped rectangular tray features a deep set, decorative acanthus gadrooned bor...
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1870s English Victorian Butler Antique Furniture

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Silver Plate

American Federal Mahogany Satinwood Butler s Desk with Paw Feet. NY, C. 1810
Located in Charleston, SC
American Federal mahogany butler's desk with a carved molded edge, three upper drawers with
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1810s American Federal Butler Antique Furniture

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Brass

A Large, Finely Inlaid George III Victorian Mahogany Oval Butler s Tray
Located in Germantown, MD
A Large Victorian period George III Style Inlaid Mahogany Two Handle Galleried Oval Tray. Solid brass handles. Good antique condition with patina. Measures 24.5" in width, 14.50" in ...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Butler Antique Furniture

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Brass

Large-Scaled, Finely Inlaid George III Victorian Mahogany Oval Butler s Tray
Located in Germantown, MD
A Large Victorian period George III style Inlaid Mahogany two handle galleried oval tray. Solid brass handles. Good antique condition with patina. Measures 26" in width, 16.25" in d...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Butler Antique Furniture

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Brass

Pair of 19th Century Mahogany 3-Teir Demilune Form Wine Butler/Plant Stand
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of 19th Century Mahogany 3-Teir Demilune Form Wine Butler/Plant Stand Brass inserts 27.25"W
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19th Century Butler Antique Furniture

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Brass

Huge Gilded Ebonized Period French Louis XV Marble Top Butlers Desk Commode
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This monumental French Louis XV period butler’s desk commode is a masterpiece of 18th-century
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1770s French Louis XV Butler Antique Furniture

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Oak

vintage footed butler tray silver plate. With lion shape engraved at the back
Located in Birmingham, AL
Stunning vintage butler tray silver plate. a statement piece it will add class to any entertainment
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Early 20th Century British Baroque Butler Antique Furniture

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Silver Plate

Geo III Mahogany Butlers Tray on Stand, Perfect for a Bar, Great Color, Patina
Located in Buchanan, MI
Geo III mahogany butlers tray on stand, perfect for a bar, great color, patina. Height to surface
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18th Century English George III Butler Antique Furniture

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Mahogany

Rare Form - George III Mahogany Butler s Tray W/ Beveled Handles C. 1790
Located in Atlanta, GA
English, late 18th to early 19th century. This fine quality mahogany tray is a very unusual form. The edges with a scalloped border and cut out handles to each. Provenance: From a...
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18th Century British George III Butler Antique Furniture

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Mahogany

"Taylor and His Generals, " First Edition, Published by E. H. Butler Co., 1847
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Taylor and his Generals. New York: E.H. Butler & Co., 1847. First Edition. Rebound in quarter
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1840s American Butler Antique Furniture

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Paper

Rhode Island Empire Butler s Chest of Drawers with Desk in Mahogany, circa 1825
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A beautiful example of an early American Empire chest with full-column front and stand-up butlers
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1820s American American Empire Butler Antique Furniture

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Brass

Swedish Mid-19th C. Wooden Butler s Chest w/Convex Drop Front Paw Front Feet
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish wooden Butler's chest, with original finish, from the mid 19th century. This antique
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19th Century Swedish Butler Antique Furniture

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Metal

12 Irish 19th Century Georgian Dining Chairs with Labels
Located in Richmond, VA
drop seats are in great shape and ready for use. Label- M. Butler Dublin; furniture dealer
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19th Century Irish Butler Antique Furniture

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Georgian Chair Bed by Butler
By Thomas Butler
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Butler and Morgan and Sanders. The pine frame folds out to convert the chair to a bed with a pair of
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Early 18th Century English Campaign Butler Antique Furniture

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Mahogany

Campaign Imperial Dining Table by Butler
By Thomas Butler
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Imperial was designed by Gillows but other maker’s such as Thomas Butler and his rival Morgan and Sanders
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Early 18th Century English Campaign Butler Antique Furniture

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Mahogany

Oil on Canvas Painting by Charles Ernest Butler, England, circa 1900
By Charles Ernest Butler
Located in Macclesfield, Cheshire
Oil on canvas painting of rocks at Land's End in Cornwall by Charles Ernest Butler (1864–1933
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Early 1900s British Butler Antique Furniture

George IV Silver Sliding Mechanical Propelling Pencil by Butler Co, circa 1825
By Joshua Butler Co
Located in Sittingbourne, Kent
terminal seal. By Butler & Co, London, circa 1825. The fixed terminal seal and the design of this
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1820s English George IV Butler Antique Furniture

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Silver

George III Antique Silver Vinaigrette "Musical Grille" By Allen Butler, 1802
By John Allen IV Joshua Butler I
Located in Sittingbourne, Kent
scrolls to either side. By John Allen IV & Joshua Butler I, London 1802 In good condition with no
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Early 1800s English George III Butler Antique Furniture

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Silver

Needlepoint Butlers Pull
Located in West Palm beach, FL
Needlepoint butlers pull.
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Butler Antique Furniture

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Brass

Oak Butlers Server
Located in Southampton, NY
Oak Butlers Server with hidden wheels. Beautiful patina, great as a bar or bookcase. Would be
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19th Century English Butler Antique Furniture

Butler Family Chippendale Armchair
Located in Litchfield, CT
molded edges and a stretcher base. Provenance: Descended through the family of Benjamin Franklin Butler
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Late 18th Century American Chippendale Butler Antique Furniture

Vintage Needlepoint Butlers Pull
Located in West Palm beach, FL
Needlepoint butlers pull.
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Butler Antique Furniture

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Brass

Metamorphic Silent Butler
Located in Stamford, CT
This fabulous piece of 19th century ingenuity is the perfect piece for your dining room. Great color and carvings.
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19th Century British Butler Antique Furniture

English Butler Secretary
Located in Nashville, TN
Beautiful, all original glass, Mahogany with Maple interior.
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19th Century English Butler Antique Furniture

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Brass

2 Tier Butler Stand
Located in Seattle, WA
19th century late Georgian 2 tier butler stand with casters. Each round table folds down.
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19th Century English Butler Antique Furniture

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Mahogany

Georgian Mahogany Rectangular Butler s Tray
Located in Salisbury, GB
A Georgian mahogany rectangular butlers tray with folding sides, circa 1810.
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Early 19th Century Butler Antique Furniture

Butlers Desk / Linen Press
Located in Cloverdale, IN
This Butlers desk features a flame mahogany veneer exterior with solid marble top. The interior
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19th Century English Edwardian Butler Antique Furniture

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Mahogany

English Edwardian Butler s Letter Box
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique Edwardian Butler's Mail Box Carved Wood and Mother of Pearl With Key from a Palm Beach
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Late 19th Century English Edwardian Butler Antique Furniture

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Brass

George III Oval Mahogany Butlers Tray
Located in Salisbury, GB
A George III oval folding mahogany butlers tray on stand, circa 1810 Height on original
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Early 19th Century Butler Antique Furniture

Edwardian Mahogany Butlers Tray on Stand
Located in Buckinghamshire, GB
Edwardian mahogany butlers tray having dovetail joints complete with its original folding X-frame.
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1910s English Butler Antique Furniture

ENGLISH 19TH CENTURY OAK BUTLERS TRAY
Located in Middleburg, VA
ENGLISH 19TH CENTURY OAK BUTLERS TRAY ON STAND - THE SMALL PROPORTIONS OF THE BUTLERS TRAY ARE
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19th Century English Butler Antique Furniture

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Wood

19th Century Butler s Tray on Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
19th century bleached mahogany butler's tray on later stand. Hinged tray is attached to stand.
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19th Century English Butler Antique Furniture

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Brass

Regency Mahogany Butler Tray on Stand
Located in Woodbury, CT
Exceptional Regency carved mahogany butler tray on folding stand, with wonderful scalloped top edge
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19th Century English Butler Antique Furniture

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Mahogany

English Regency Butler’s Tray on Stand
Located in Charlottesville, VA
An early 19th century mahogany butler’s tray of rectangular form with a serpentine top line profile
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Early 19th Century English Regency Butler Antique Furniture

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Mahogany

19th Century French Butler s Style Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Designed with a tray style inlaid top and a fine parquetry inlaid bottom shelf. Exquisite bronze mounts plus handles. The tops of each leg are appointed with a bronze ram's head. ...
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19th Century French Butler Antique Furniture

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Bronze

Large Scale Butler s Tray Side Table
By Derapage Design
Located in San Francisco, CA
The alder plank top with planks on the diagonal is bounded by a rigid gallery with four handles integrated into the shaped gallery. THe tray is fixed to the base or rectilinear cham...
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19th Century American Butler Antique Furniture

Early 19th Century Oak Oval Butlers Tray
Located in Salisbury, GB
An early 19th century oak oval butlers tray with folding sides and carrying handles, circa
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Early 19th Century Butler Antique Furniture

Baltimore Federal Sideboard with Butler s Secretary
Located in Woodbury, CT
butler's secretary drawer. Exceptionally vibrant crotch and flame mahogany veneers and bandings; the
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Early 19th Century American Federal Butler Antique Furniture

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Birdseye Maple, Mahogany

Antique 1800s Butler Chest with Desk Drawer
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Cherry drop front butler chest with desk drawer.
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Early 1800s English Butler Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair of Needlepoint Butler Pulls SATURDAY SALE
Located in West Palm beach, FL
Pair of antique butler pulls with in needlepoint with a floral motif.
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Butler Antique Furniture

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Brass

Victorian Mahogany Butlers Cupboard, circa 1880
Located in Umberleigh, Devon
A good English Victorian mahogany butler's cupboard. The front doors are panelled and have working
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1880s European Victorian Butler Antique Furniture

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Mahogany

An Antique Butler s Tray on Later Stand
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An early 19th century mahogany butler's tray with "sea wave" shaped gallery and 2 carry holes which
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18th Century and Earlier English Butler Antique Furniture

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Mahogany

Bullseye or Butler Mirror, United Kingdom, circa 1900
Located in Sint Annaland, NL
Bullseye or butler mirror in a different model Oval convex mirror mounted in a silvered, gilded
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1890s British Late Victorian Butler Antique Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Wood

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Butler Antique Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of butler antique furniture for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, mahogany and metal. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right item from our selection of butler antique furniture, those designed in Georgian, Victorian and Regency styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one choice in our collection of butler antique furniture that is appealing in its simplicity, but Charles Ernest Butler, Doulton Lambeth and André Groult produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Butler Antique Furniture?

Prices for a piece of butler antique furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $145 and can go as high as $75,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,089.
Questions About Butler Antique Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    A butler, with respect to furniture, is a desk. Its roots are in the 18th century, when a butler's desk referred to a piece of furniture that belonged to a head servant or butler in a wealthy home. It eventually became a practical piece of furniture in England and in homes in the United States. Shop a variety of butlers from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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 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 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.