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Art Nouveau 5-Legged Dining Table in Walnut by G.E.Nowak, France, circa 1905
By Georges Ernest Nowak
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
similar model is referenced in "The Paris Salons 1895-1914 volume II: furniture", by Alastair Duncan
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Emile Gallé Art Nouveau Gueridon Coffee Center Table, France, 1900
By Émile Gallé
Located in Paris, FR
.
France 1900s.
Référence Book "Gallé furniture" by A.Duncan et G. de Bartha, page 156
About Emile
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Emile French Art Nouveau Desk
By Émile Gallé
Located in New York, NY
of Gallé’s “ombelles” furniture are pictured in: The Paris Salons 1895-1915, Vol. III: Furniture, by
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Duncan Antique Furniture
Emile Gallé French Art Nouveau Nesting Tables
By Émile Gallé
Located in New York, NY
Furniture, by Alastair Duncan and Georges de Bartha, Woodbridge, Suffolk: Antique Collectors’ Club, 2012, p
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Duncan Antique Furniture
French Art Nouveau “Aux Nenuphars” Desk and Armchair
By Louis Majorelle
Located in New York, NY
pictured in: The Paris Salons 1895-1915, Vol. III: Furniture, by Alastair Duncan, Woodbridge, Suffolk
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Duncan Antique Furniture
Louis Majorelle French Art Nouveau Desk
By Louis Majorelle
Located in New York, NY
, Volume III: Furniture, by Alastair Duncan, Antique Collectors' Club, Publishers, page 399.
(MG #1220)
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Duncan Antique Furniture
Louis Majorelle French Art Nouveau Wooden Tea Table
By Louis Majorelle
Located in New York, NY
. Also pictured in: The Paris Salons, 1895-1910, Volume III: Furniture, by Alastair Duncan, Antique
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Duncan Antique Furniture
Emile Gallé French Art Nouveau “Japonisante” Étagerè
By Émile Gallé
Located in New York, NY
Galle furniture by Alastair Duncan and Georges de Bartha, Suffolk: Antique Collectors’ Club, 2012, Page
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1890s French Art Nouveau Duncan Antique Furniture
Meeks Parlor Set
Located in New Orleans, LA
by Joseph Meeks in 1797, the firm was rivaled by furniture makers Duncan Phyfe, Allison and Lannuier
Category
19th Century American Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
$78,500
Eugène Gaillard "Clover" Nesting Tables
By Eugène Gaillard
Located in New York, NY
Salons 1895-1914, Volume III: Furniture, by Alastair Duncan, Woodbridge, 1996, p. 217
Exhibition History
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1910s French Art Nouveau Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Padouk, Rosewood
French Art Nouveau "Ombelle" Buffet by Emile Gallé
By Émile Gallé
Located in Englewood, NJ
Furniture" by, Alastair Duncan & Georges de Bartha ©2012 pg.123.
Category
Early 20th Century French Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Bronze
A Rare French Art Nouveau Vitrine by Louis Majorelle
By Louis Majorelle
Located in Englewood, NJ
1895 - 1914 Volume III: Furniture" by, Alastair Duncan ©1996 pg.408
Notes:
This identical example
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Émile Gallé "Aux Grenouilles" Umbrella Stand
By Émile Gallé
Located in New York, NY
Furniture, by Alastair Duncan and Georges de Bartha, Antique Collectors' Club, Page 287, Plate 5.
Macklowe
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Early 20th Century Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Tin
Pair of Caldwell Sconces, Five Light Sconces, Silver Nickel, 1920, Newly Wired
By Edward F. Caldwell
Co.
Located in New York, NY
.
Founded in 1989, David Duncan is a trusted design resource for custom and ready-made lighting. Our bespoke
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1920s American Georgian Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Nickel
Émile Gallé "Le Cerisier" Carved Marquetry Vitrine
By Émile Gallé
Located in New York, NY
: Similar vitrine pictured in Gallé Furniture, by Alastair Duncan and Georges de Bartha, Woodbridge, Suffolk
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1910s French Art Nouveau Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
Émile Gallé "Aux Grenouilles" Umbrella Stand
By Émile Gallé
Located in New York, NY
" umbrella stand pictured in Gallé Furniture, by Alastair Duncan and Georges de Bartha, Antique Collectors
Category
Early 19th Century French Art Nouveau Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Tin
Maurice Dufrène Art Nouveau Carved Mahogany Table Mantel Clock, Marti
By Maurice Dufrêne, Samuel Marti
Located in Shippensburg, PA
: Furniture,” Alastair Duncan, p. 150
Measurements: 17 5/8” H x 7 3/4” W x 5 1/2” D.
Condition report
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1910s French Art Nouveau Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Louis Majorelle French Art Nouveau Armoire titled “La Mer"
By Louis Majorelle
Located in New York, NY
and in “Art Nouveau Furniture”, by Alastair Duncan, page 33, figure 15.
(MG #15147)
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Duncan Antique Furniture
American "French Sideboard" Attributable to Duncan Phyfe, New York, circa 1815
By Duncan Phyfe
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
of the eminent New York cabinetmaker, Duncan Phyfe, circa 1810-1818.
This exquisite Federal/ Empire
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Early 19th Century American Federal Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
Duncan Miller Art Deco Black Amethyst Ebony Glass Sterling Overlay Rocket Vase
By Duncan Miller
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This striking black rocket vase silver overlay made in the 1930s by Duncan Miller. It is made of
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Duncan Miller Three Face Early American Pressed Glass Cake Stand, circa 1890
By Duncan Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Three Face early American pressed glass cake stand by Duncan Miller Glass, circa 1880-1890
Category
Late 19th Century American American Classical Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Glass
Furniture Masterpieces of Duncan Phyfe by Charles O. Cornelius, c1925
By Charles O. Cornelius
Located in valatie, NY
Furniture Masterpieces of Duncan Phyfe by Charles O. Cornelius. Doubleday, Page & Co. For the
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1920s American Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper
Duncan Phyfe Style Mahogany Sofa
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Elegant hand carved mahogany Duncan Phyfe style sofa with damask stripe upholstery. The attached
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1910s American Hepplewhite Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Damask, Mahogany
Duncan Phyfe Style Mahogany Sofa
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Duncan Phyfe style carved mahogany sofa, circa 1920s. The crest rail having interesting cornucopia
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1920s North American Regency Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Flammarion on Majorelle by Alastair Duncan
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Editorial binding in 4 under dust jacket. Rare reference work. 232 pages, 136 p. coloured. Nice copy. Monograph of the cabinetmaker and decorator Louis Majorelle, one of the great na...
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Early 20th Century Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper
Late 19th Century Regency Style Three Pedestal Dining Table with Banding
By Duncan Phyfe
Located in Essex, MA
Late 19th century Regency style of Duncan Phyfe style three pedestal dining table.
--With two
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Late 19th Century American Regency Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
American Early 20th Century Federal Revival Three Pedestal Dining Table
By Duncan Phyfe
Located in Essex, MA
style of Duncan Phyfe with carved patriotic American Eagles on end pedestals and brass stringed lyres on
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Early 20th Century American Federal Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Revolving Mahogany Bookcase Drum Table
By Duncan Phyfe
Located in Southampton, NJ
Early 20th c. English Neoclassical revolving Mahogany side drum table featuring book case cubbies on a pedestal base with brass paw feet & custom glass top. The sweet smaller size is...
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Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mahogany Regency Style Three Pedestal Dining Table
By Duncan Phyfe
Located in Essex, MA
American Regency style solid mahogany dining table with satinwood banding.
--Three pedestals and two additional leaves
--Beautiful wood figuring and matched original boards
--Fr...
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Early 20th Century American Regency Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Mahogany, Satinwood
Six Regency Style Mahogany Dining Chairs
By Duncan Phyfe
Located in New York, NY
Set of 6 solid mahogany Regency style mahogany carved dining chairs with caned seats.
Category
1920s American Regency Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Cane, Mahogany
Rare Mahogany Cumberland Action Dining Table Possibly Duncan Phyfe Workshop
Located in Sheffield, MA
A Rare Mahogany Cumberland action
Dining Table
Possibly Duncan Phyfe workshop
18th century
Measures
Category
18th Century American Federal Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Square Banded Mahogany Duncan Phyfe Dining Conference Room Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique 60" square banded mahogany Duncan Phyfe dining conference room table. Item features banded
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Early 20th Century American Federal Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
Modernist Watercolored Drawing of Dancer Isadora Duncan, by Abraham Walkowitz
By Abraham Walkowitz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Isadora Duncan. He drew her in dance literally thousands of times. This image is a free flowing sketch of
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Early 20th Century American Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper, Watercolor
Handsome Federal Pair of Carved English Consoles Tables Servers Duncan Phyfe
Located in Roslyn, NY
A handsome Federal style pair of carved English console tables or servers in The Duncan Phyfe
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1910s Federal Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique Duncan Phyfe Pedestal Base Mahogany Dropleaf Pembroke Lamp Side Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Duncan Phyfe pedestal base mahogany dropleaf Pembroke lamp side table. Item features brass
Category
Early 20th Century North American Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Hickory Golf Club, George Duncan Autograph Brassie by Gibson
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Golf Club, Hickory Gibson Brassie, George Duncan.
A good persimmon wood brassie by Gibson of
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1910s English Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Hickory
Antique Duncan Phyfe Mahogany Serpentine Pie Crust Pedestal Tea Table Stand
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Duncan Phyfe pie crust tea table. Made of mahogany featuring scalloped gallery top
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Early 20th Century Sheraton Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of David Duncan Boissy Sconces with Etched Blue Hurricane Shades
Located in New York, NY
A pair of antique hand-carved mahogany Anglo Indian styled backplates with patinated brass sconce fittings and etched blue glass hurricane shades. Electrified with one candelabra bas...
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19th Century Anglo-Indian Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
E Gallé, Center Table With Thistle Decoration, Art Nouveau, 20th Century
By Émile Gallé
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Bibliography: Gallé Furniture, Alastair Duncan & Georges de Bartha, p146 - plate 45
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
French Art Nouveau Side Table by, Emile Gallé
By Émile Gallé
Located in Englewood, NJ
is photographed in "Gallé Furniture" by, Alastair Duncan and Georges de Bartha ©2012 pg. 192 plate
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Duncan Antique Furniture
French Art Nouveau Wooden Pedestal by Emile Gallé, ca. 1900
By Émile Gallé
Located in Petaluma, CA
Furniture, by Alastair Duncan and Georges de Bartha.
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
Emile Gallé French Art Nouveau Wooden "Ombelle" Table
By Émile Gallé
Located in New York, NY
similar table is pictured in: Gallé Furniture, by Alastair Duncan and Georges de Bartha, Woodbridge
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
Original Antique Art Nouveau side table Emile Gallé 1910 Marquetry Jugendstil
By Gallé, Émile Gallé
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Furniture, Alastair Duncan and Georges de Bartha. 187 page''
This Emille galle table comes with free
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Emile Gallé French Art Nouveau Desk
By Émile Gallé
Located in New York, NY
1895.
A similar table is pictured in: Gallé Furniture by Alastair Duncan and Georges de Bartha
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Duncan Antique Furniture
Pair of Art Nouveau Side Chairs by Emile Gallé, 1890s
By Émile Gallé
Located in Amsterdam, NL
: Gallé Furniture - Alistair Duncan and Georges de Bartha, Éditions Antique Collector's Club, Woodbridge
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1890s French Art Nouveau Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak, Sycamore
A French Art Nouveau Umbrella Stand by, Emile Gallé
By Émile Gallé
Located in Englewood, NJ
.
Reference:
The identical stand is photographed in "Emile Gallé Furniture" by, Alastair Duncan and Georges
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Emile Gallé "Aux Ombelles" French Art Nouveau Cabinet
By Émile Gallé
Located in New York, NY
the crepuscular setting that Gallé loved so much.
A similar cabinet is pictured in: Gallé Furniture
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
Silk Scarf by Raymond Duncan
By Raymond Duncan
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Raymond Duncan (1874-1966) was an American Dancer, poet, craftsman and philosopher,
brother of the
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1920s French Art Deco Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Silk
High Federal Drop-Leaf Table, Duncan Phyfe
By Duncan Phyfe
Located in Alexandria, VA
We attribute this piece to the workshop of Duncan Phyfe in New York City. Excellent size for use
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Early 1800s American Federal Duncan Antique Furniture
Duncan Phyfe Antique set of 6 dining chairs
By Duncan Phyfe
Located in Long Island, NY
An Important set of 6 Mahogany & Mahogany Veneer chairs made by Duncan Phyfe New York circa 1830
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19th Century American Folk Art Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Mahogany, Upholstery
Period New England Duncan Phyfe Dining Room Table, 1770
By Duncan Phyfe
Located in Plymouth, MA
Have been in this business for decades and have never seen one before. Truly 18th century solid mahogany American made dining room table in remarkable condition. Made from choice hea...
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1770s American Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Duncan Phyfe New York Federal Sofa - Single or Collector
s Pair
By Duncan Phyfe
Located in Woodbury, CT
. Secondary woods and manner of joinery substantiate attribution and dating to the first NYC shop of Duncan
Category
18th Century and Earlier American Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Poplar, Mahogany
Museum Cased Taxidermy Female Teal, circa 1865-1885, R.Duncan of Newcastle
By Robert Duncan
Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire
The beautifully preserved female teal duck (Anas Crecca) the specimen set upon a typical Duncan
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1860s English High Victorian Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Cut Glass, Pine, Feathers
Fine Museum Cased Taxidermy Spotted Crake circa 1865-1885 by Robert Duncan
By Robert Duncan
Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire
Duncan wooden block and housed within a beautiful scientific sparse museum case with original black
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1860s English High Victorian Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Pine, Feathers
Museum Cased Taxidermy French Partridge, circa 1865-1885, Attributed to R.Duncan
By Robert Duncan
Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire
typical Duncan wooden block and housed within a beautiful scientific sparse museum case with original wood
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Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Cut Glass, Pine, Feathers
Large Taxidermy Group of Four Scottish Red Grouse by R.Duncan, Dated 1882
By Robert Duncan
Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire
female and two male, the specimens set upon typical Duncan wooden blocks and housed within a beautiful
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1880s English High Victorian Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Feathers
Lalique Duncan Atomizer
By Lalique
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
An elegant Lalique Duncan Atomizer perfume bottle model #11311.
Designed by Renee Lalique: Early
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1920s French Art Deco Duncan Antique Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Silver
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Duncan Phyfe furniture was founded in 1837. It was one of the first American cabinet-making companies to successfully use the factory method of manufacturing. Shop a collection of Duncan Phyfe furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 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 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 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 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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