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Large Farm Style Workbench Kitchen Island
Located in Sheffield, MA
work table, woodworking workbench, craftsman workbench table, console table, painted server,
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19th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
Wooden Phrenology Head Advertising Store Display Model Folk Art Americana
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Aires with food, but they returned with furniture, clothes and construction elements, (it´s common to
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Late 19th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
Large Late 19th Century American Carved Giltwood Eagle Sculpture
Located in Middleburg, VA
Large Late 19th Century American Carved Giltwood Eagle Sculpture
This majestic sculpture will add the perfect bit of Americana to your decor. American, 1870-1890.
Measures: 27" H, ...
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Late 19th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Giltwood
Early 20th Century Antique Tiger Oak Dresser
Located in Pasadena, TX
An exceptional antique carved tiger oak dresser with mirror. Three drawers. Castors.
Measures: 52" W x 22.5" D x 77" H. Dresser top height 29.25".
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Early 20th Century North American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak
$1,520 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Hand-Carved Hardwood Figural Confederate Soldier Styled Smoking Pipe
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
the United States and date to approximately 1920 and done in an American Craftsman style. The pipe
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Pair of American Brass Double Stacked Maritime Beacons Mounted on Bases. C. 1880
By Lovell Manufacturing Company
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American brass double stacked maritime beacons with carrying handles, makers stamps, original red and blue 360 degree Fresnel lenses, and mounted on square bases. Manufacture...
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1880s American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique Terracotta Sandstone handcrafted Horse Sculpture
By Austin Productions
Located in Birmingham, AL
Antique Terracotta Sandstone handcrafted Horse Sculpture , The sculpture called "Tang Horse," likely produced by Austin Productions in 1961. Key details include but no signature fou...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Alabaster, Sandstone
$680 Sale Price
20% Off
Historical Wood Windows Salvaged from Fire in Oklahoma City Mansion
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Pair of beautiful salvaged windows from a historic Oklahoma City mansion. This mansion was built close to Oklahoma's statehood. Each window has been removed from the property with ca...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood
Antique 5 Stack Barrister Bookcase by Lindstrom
Located in Freehold, NJ
This antique five stack barrister bookcase features hard wood construction, oak veneer with original finish, five foldable barrister cases with glass doors, atop squared leg base.
D...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood
19th Century Antique 10" Stoneware Pottery Beer Bottle, D.L.O.
SON, New York
Located in Chicago, IL
Early stoneware pottery beer/ale bottle marked D.L.O. & Son that is remarkable intact. Dorman Leonard Ormsby appears in the business directory for Manhattan, New York, at multiple ad...
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Late 19th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Pair of American Nickel Silver and Bronze Medallion Andirons. 19th Century
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American Nickel silver, polished steel, and bronze tulip medallion andirons with dog legs and stylized penny feet. 19th Century
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19th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Set of 4 Antique Folding Chairs with Vintage Vinyl
Located in Freehold, NJ
This set of four antique occasional chairs feature hardwood construction, bentwood seat back, original brown vinyl seats and folding mechanism with steel reinforced frame.
Similar s...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
c1900 Arts
Crafts Period Adjustable Oak Easel by the Technical Supply Company
Located in Southampton, NJ
A c1900 adjustable oak easel by the Technical Supply Company of Scranton, Pennsylvania. The height of the easel and angle of display are adjustable. A wonderful display piece with a...
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Early 20th Century North American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Steel, Chrome, Iron
1904 Antique Western Electric Converted Brass Candlestick Telephone Lamp
By Western Electric
Located in Dayton, OH
Early 1900s Western Electric Candlestick Lamp. The lamp is turned on by lifting the earpiece off the handle. A unique timless design that will bring a smile after every use.
Dimen...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
$630 Sale Price
30% Off
1900 Gustav Stickely Early Arts
Crafts Mission Oak Youth Rocking Chair
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Monrovia, CA
American Antique Piece Of Furniture and History.
This Early Antique Craftsman Mission Quarter Sawn Oak
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Late 19th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood, Oak
Pillowcase Made from a 19th C. American Linen Coverlet
Located in Istanbul, TR
Jacquard Coverlets occupy an important place in American material culture.
They were used as bed covers , and they are reversible.
Pillowcase does not come with an insert.
Linen in ...
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19th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Linen
Pillowcase Made from a 19th C. American Linen Coverlet
Located in Istanbul, TR
Jacquard Coverlets occupy an important place in American material culture.
They were used as bed covers , and they are reversible.
Pillowcase does not come with an insert.
Linen in ...
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19th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Linen
Antique Scrambled Glass Paperweight New England Glass Company, American 1852
By New England Glass Company
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a fine example of a scrambled Glass Paperweight by the New England Glass Company, dating to 1852.
The weight includes latticinio twists and various different millefiori ca...
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Mid-19th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Glass
Rookwood American Art Pottery Aerial Blue Bellflower Design Bud Vase c1928
By Rookwood Pottery Co.
Located in Savannah, GA
This lovely American Art Pottery bud vase features a charming bellflower motif and is in a striking Aerial blue, a "soft, pure, breezy bay blue with a twilight blue undertone color."...
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1920s American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Drop Front Schoolmasters Desk with Drawer
Located in Freehold, NJ
This antique schoolmasters desk features hardwood construction, newer red painted finish, drop front writing surface with open storage inside, and single dovetailed drawer with brass...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak, Paint
Antique Chicken Coop Roosting Box
Located in Alhambra, CA
Very rare 15 compartment vintage chicken roosting box. Galvanized steel lined bottoms in each bin. Was used for merchandise in an upscale vintage boutique in West Hollywood. Some lig...
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Early 20th Century American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Steel
Antique Oak Chair with Unique Turned Wood Back
Caned Seat
Located in Freehold, NJ
This antique accent chair features hardwood construction, original oak finish, unique spindle back and caned seat.
Dimensions: 16w 14.75d 34.75h 17.25sh
Condition notes: Original f...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak, Cane
Early 20C Mounted Duck Decoy Heads 2
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a lovely early 20c mounted duck decoy heads 2.
This consists of 5 Duck Decoy heads from circa 1920 mounted on a wooden plinth.
This piece came from a wealthy estate ...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood
Set of 4 Antique Folding Chairs with Vintage Upholstery
Located in Freehold, NJ
This set of four antique occasional chairs feature hardwood construction, original finish, bentwood seat back on two chairs, original red vinyl seats on all four, and reinforced stee...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 19th Century Round Cane Lounge Seat by Ruth Collins New York
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Classic American Portable Ruth Collins Round Beach Cane Backrest Seat, New York
Vintage folding picnic seat with original leather straps. The canning on this collasible piece is ful...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Metal
$760 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Oak Side by Side with Bookcase
Drop Front Writing Desk
Located in Freehold, NJ
This antique bookcase and writing desk side by side features hardwood construction, original oak finish, three adjustable shelves, two dovetail drawers, and drop front writing desk.
...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak
Antique American Sterling Silver Tazza Compote Wallace
Son Grand Baroque 1925
By R. Wallace
Sons Co.
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique American sterling silver tazza or compote by R. Wallace & Son Silversmiths, circa 1925.
The circular tazza with a shallow bowl with scrolled baroque repousse decoratio...
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1920s American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique American Ransom
Randolph # 65 Carved Oak Dental Cabinet Toledo OH 1900
Located in Portland, OR
Antique American carved oak dental cabinet manufactured by The Ransom & Randolph C., Toledo Ohio, Circa 1899.
Arguably one of the best dental cabinets ever made, with so many unique ...
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1890s American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Oak
Mickey Mouse, flexible flyer sled
By Flexible Flyer, Walt Disney
Located in Huntington, NY
Mickey Mouse, flexible flyer sled
Some traces of original stenciling on the front. Original retailer and brand markings on the reverse side. This piece would make a good reverse ...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Metal
Pillowcase Made from a 19th C. American Linen Coverlet
Located in Istanbul, TR
Jacquard Coverlets occupy an important place in American material culture.
They were used as bed covers , and they are reversible.
Pillowcase does not come with an insert.
Linen in ...
Category
Late 19th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Linen
Pillowcase Made from a 19th C. American Linen Coverlet
Located in Istanbul, TR
Jacquard Coverlets occupy an important place in American material culture.
They were used as bed covers , and they are reversible.
Pillowcase does not come with an insert.
Linen in ...
Category
Late 19th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Linen
Pillowcase Made from a 19th C. American Linen Coverlet
Located in Istanbul, TR
Jacquard Coverlets occupy an important place in American material culture.
They were used as bed covers , and they are reversible.
Pillowcase does not come with an insert.
Linen in ...
Category
Late 19th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Linen
Pillowcase Made from a 19th C. American Linen Coverlet
Located in Istanbul, TR
Jacquard Coverlets occupy an important place in American material culture.
They were used as bed covers , and they are reversible.
Pillowcase does not come with an insert.
Linen in ...
Category
Late 19th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Linen
Pillowcase Made from a 19th C. American Linen Coverlet
Located in Istanbul, TR
Jacquard Coverlets occupy an important place in American material culture.
They were used as bed covers , and they are reversible.
Pillowcase does not come with an insert.
Linen in ...
Category
Late 19th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Linen
Pillowcase Made from a 19th C. American Linen Coverlet
Located in Istanbul, TR
Jacquard Coverlets occupy an important place in American material culture.
They were used as bed covers , and they are reversible.
Pillowcase does not come with an insert.
Linen in ...
Category
Late 19th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Linen
Wavy Glass Bowl Carnival from Dugan - Marigold "Brooklyn Bridge" - 1907 USA
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very beautiful wavy bowl from the Dugan Glass Company in the United States, first quarter of the 20th century, in iridescent molded glass, called carnival glass, peach-colored, with ...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Glass
$397 Sale Price
75% Off
Jacquard Woven American Coverlet 19th C.
By K. M. Seifert
Co.
Located in Istanbul, TR
American coverlets are woven bed coverings that have a rich history in the United States. They were widely popular from the late 18th century through the 19th century, with their pro...
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19th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
American 19th Century Painted Folk Art Marriage Chest and Hanging Cupboard
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
American 19th century painted Folk Art marriage chest and hanging cupboard
A very rare and unusual American painted Folk Art Marriage chest and hanging cupboard, the cupboard has ...
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Early 19th Century North American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Pine
19th Century Painted Cobbler
s or Coffee Table, Maple Wood Re-imagined
Located in Lomita, CA
This table is unique and meets the definition of form and function. There is utility and beauty in this 19th Century American Cobbler's table that has been reimagined as a coffee tab...
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19th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Leather, Maple
$944 Sale Price
30% Off
Pair of American Tiffany Sterling Silver Monkey Candlesticks
Located in Southampton, NY
Pair of American Tiffany sterling silver monkey candlesticks.
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Antique Red Cast Iron Star Mill Co. Philadelphia No. 7 Coffee Grinder
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Red Cast Iron Star Mill Co. Philadelphia No. 7 Coffee Grinder
Star Mill Co. cast iron coffee grinder with the original red paint, made in Philadelphia, PA.
Category
Late 19th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Iron
Brass Bookends with "The Angelus" and "The Gleaners" by Jean Francois Millet
By H.L. Judd Manufacturing Company
Located in Soquel, CA
Brass Bookends with "The Angelus" and "The Gleaners" by Jean Francois Millet
Solid pair of bookends by H. L. Judd Manufracturing Co. Each bookend contains a scene originally painted...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Salt Glaze Cobalt Stoneware Pottery Jar Double Wreath Banner Decorated Crock
Located in Hyattsville, MD
About the size of a cookie jar, we have an unmarked salt glaze stoneware jar with double wreath banners. This creates an empty frame, perhaps where an advertisement, or producers de...
Category
19th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Clay
Original J Mack Moore Photo of Virginia Memorial in Vicksburg, MISS
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING A VERY RARE and Original J Mack Moore Photo of Virginia Memorial in Vicksburg, MISS and probably taken circa 1907/08, after it’s dedication.
Paper photograph mounted on b...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper
Bird of ParadiseCoverlet, Probably from Ohio, USA, 19th C.
Located in Istanbul, TR
An American coverlet with some ware due to age and use with a dames design called 'bird of paradise'.
American coverlets are woven bed coverings that have a rich history in the Unite...
Category
19th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Jaquard Woven American Coverlet 19th C.
Located in Istanbul, TR
American coverlets are woven bed coverings that have a rich history in the United States. They were widely popular from the late 18th century through the 19th century, with their pro...
Category
Early 19th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
Antique slipper style rocking chair in cherrywood and blue velvet, late 19th c.
Located in View Park, CA
An antique Slipper style striped rocking chair, late 19th century or early 20th century. Upholstery in velveteen tones of Brittany blue and fog, and featuring a cherry wood frame. We...
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Late 19th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$272 Sale Price
50% Off
Six-Piece Stationary Set with Pyrography Decoration
By W. H. Kistler Stationary Company
Located in NYC, NY
Set of six Colorado-made stationary boxes, the exterior of each extensively decorated with pyrographic designs. One box labeled using the same technique (shown in image 3) identifyin...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique Brass Sabbath Candle Holders
Located in New York, NY
This Pair of Shabbas Candle Holders, rendered in hand wrought brass with refined and classical banded detailing originate from the United States, Circa 1910. Designed to be lit prio...
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1910s American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
$475 / set
Classical Style Painted Iron and Wire Mesh Fireplace Screen
Located in Germantown, MD
American Classical Style Painted Iron and Wire Mesh Fireplace Screen
Measures 43" in width, 8" in depth and 42" in height.
Category
Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Iron, Wire
American Crazy Quilt, early 20th C.
Located in Istanbul, TR
an interesting wool with a printed portrait of a lady.
Category
Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Cotton, Silk
19th Century American Cutler
Sons Model 1 Roll Top Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a glorious piece of Americana namely, a 19th century American Cutler & Sons model 1 roll top desk.
This is the prototype of the well-known Cutler & Sons patented desk a...
Category
Late 19th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Early 20th Century Hammered Iron and Wire Mesh Trifold Fireplace Screen
Located in Germantown, MD
An Early 20th Century Hammered Iron and Wire Mesh Trifold Fireplace Screen
Measures 56" in width fully open, 30" in width folded 34" in height.
Category
Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Iron, Wire
Antique Americana Toleware Water Cooler Handled Bucket Wastebask Umbrella Stand
Located in Hyattsville, MD
We believe this is a Toleware Water Cooler Tank. Total height is 20 with added handle is 27 inches. Has small hole in bottom, but does not really effect use as trash can or umbrella ...
Category
Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Metal
Early 20thC American Bolt&Screw Case Co.
Located in Livorno, IT
American Bolt&Screw Case Co. of Dayton, Ohio, USA.
Late 19thC- early 20thC (1890-1910).
Finally patented in 1903 by George W. Chaffin.
One-of-a-kind piece of USA manufacturers of cas...
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Early 1900s American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Sheet Metal, Tôle
Rare George Hunzinger Rocking Chair with Patented Steel Webbing, 1869
By George Hunzinger
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fine form with one broken strap and geometric moulding at upper right missing. The back with the wire webbing flanked by bamboo form frame, and bold swirled arms with inverted trumpe...
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19th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
American Crazy Quilt Pillow Cover, Early 20th Century
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert.
Linen in the back.
Zipper closure.
Dry clean is recommended.
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Craftsman Antique Furniture
Materials
Cotton, Silk
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Craftsman Antique Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic piece of craftsman antique furniture available at 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and oak. 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 craftsman antique furniture made by Arts and Crafts designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — is very popular. A well-made choice in our collection of craftsman antique furniture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Tiffany
Co., Gustav Stickley and The Kalo Shop are consistently popular.
How Much is a Craftsman Antique Furniture?
Prices for a piece of craftsman antique furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $75 and can go as high as $100,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,200.
Questions About Craftsman Antique Furniture
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify Craftsman furniture, first search for a maker's mark on hidden areas, such as the insides and undersides of drawers and under seats and tabletops. If you locate a mark, look it up using trusted online resources to identify the maker of your furniture and research whether they worked in the Craftsman style. Furniture from certain makers, such as Gustav Stickley, Greene Greene, Roycroft Community, Charles Limbert and Lawrence Peabody, is often Craftsman style. Because many Craftsman pieces are unmarked, familiarize yourself with common characteristics of the style, such as evenly spaced slats, understated round or square drawer pulls, straight lines and exposed dowels and tenons. If you'd like an expert opinion, have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer inspect your piece. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Craftsman 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.
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