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English Adam Satinwood Carlton House Desk
By Carlton House Fine Furniture
Located in Queens, NY
19th century English Adam style satinwood Carlton House design desk with painted floral decorative
Category
19th Century English Adam Style English Antique Furniture
Materials
Leather, Satinwood
6 Antique Romweber English Chippendale Georgian Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Dayton, OH
6 early 20th Century English Chippendale / Georgian style dining chairs by Romweber Industries
Category
Early 20th Century American Chippendale English Antique Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
$2,100 Sale Price / set
30% Off
Antique English Jacobean Carved Oak Glass Front Double Bookcase, Circa 1920s
By Berkey
Gay Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding antique English Jacobean side-by-side double bookcase cabinet with chest of drawers
Category
1920s English Jacobean English Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
Berkey
Gay Antique English Jacobean Ornate Carved Walnut Sideboard, 1920s
By Berkey
Gay Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional English Jacobean style sideboard buffet or credenza
By Berkey & Gay
USA, Circa
Category
1920s American Jacobean English Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique Romweber English Chippendale Georgian Mahogany China Display Cabinet 78"
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Dayton, OH
Early 20th Century English Chippendale / Georgian style China Hutch / Curio / Display Cabinet by
Category
Early 20th Century American Chippendale English Antique Furniture
Materials
Glass, Mahogany
$2,450 Sale Price
30% Off
Beilby Enamelled Opaque Twist Wine Glass Circa 1765 Painted Peacock Peahen Gilt
By English School
Located in Palm Beach, FL
foot bearing a pontil mark. A true musem quality example of the finest in English glassmaking.
Works
Category
Mid-18th Century English George III English Antique Furniture
Materials
Enamel, Gold Leaf
$17,625 Sale Price
25% Off
Edwardian oval Vitrine wWod crystal Display Case England
By English School
Located in Valladolid, ES
Gorgeous and Elegant display cabinet in mahogany wood, original from the English Edwardian period
Category
Early 1900s English Edwardian English Antique Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Brass
$4,572 Sale Price
20% Off
Berkey
Gay Antique English Tudor Walnut and Burl Bar Cabinet, Newly Refinished
By Berkey
Gay Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional English Jacobean or Tudor style sideboard buffet, server, or bar cabinet
By Berkey
Category
1920s American Tudor English Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
19C Set of 6 Irish Chippendale Style Ribbon Back Dining Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
compared to English equivalent by a number of years, in both its design and manner by which the furniture
Category
Mid-19th Century Irish Chippendale English Antique Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
18th Century Marble Mantelpiece Designed by Isaac Ware
By Isaac Ware
Located in Tyrone, Northern Ireland
Richards, again working for Kent (Ed. Geoffrey Beard, Christopher Gilbert, Dictionary of English Furniture
Category
Mid-18th Century English Palladian English Antique Furniture
Materials
Statuary Marble
Antique Berkey
Gay Style English Jacobean Carved Walnut and Burl Wood Bookcase
By Berkey
Gay Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional English Jacobean style bookcase, china hutch, or bar cabinet
In the manner of
Category
1920s American Jacobean English Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique English Jacobean Carved Burl
Mixed Wood Drop Down Secretary
By Berkey
Gay Furniture
Located in Southampton, NJ
An early 20th C. Jacobean style bar cabinet Secretary with drop down front & three drawers.
Lovingly restored, our refinishers removed 4 layers of paint to surprisingly expose burl &...
Category
Early 20th Century American Jacobean English Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
George III Serpentine Inlaid Writing Dressing Table
By Pierre Langlois
Located in Lymington, GB
, in his 'Shorter Dictionary of English Furniture' (Fourth edition 1972) illustrates on p. 611, fig. 5
Category
1770s English English Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
A pair of Arts and crafts ladder back chairs early 1900’s England
By William Morris (English)
Located in London, GB
Pair of Arts and Crafts Ladderback Chairs with Rush Seats English 19th Century Design
This pair
Category
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts English Antique Furniture
Materials
Rush, Wood
Museum Quality Antique William Birch Adolf Loos Knieschwimmer Lounge Armchair
By William Birch
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
trends; the Cabinet Maker, June 1881, featured some of their Anglo-Japanese rush seat furniture (illus
Category
1880s English Victorian English Antique Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
English Anglo-English Foot Stool
Located in Queens, NY
English Anglo-Indian (19th Cent) square foot stool with a decorated apron.
Category
19th Century British Anglo-Indian English Antique Furniture
Rare English 18th century pewter gallon measure
Located in Castle Douglas, GB
capacity is an unusual sized measure.
English, mid 18th century
25cm H, 19cm Diam., 26 cm W.
Free UK
Category
Mid-18th Century Georgian English Antique Furniture
Materials
Pewter
Bidet Shaving and Night Tables, Hepplewhite Georgian furniture design engraving
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
style as no known furniture survives. The designs were meant to be a guide for cabinet-makers throughout
Category
Late 18th Century English School English Antique Furniture
Materials
Engraving
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage 1930s William Morris Botanic Rug
By William Morris (English)
Located in New York, NY
inspired by historic English design, this William Morris-style rug provides both visual richness and a deep
Category
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts English Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
Pair of Bobbin Turned Chairs
By William Morris (English)
Located in Greenwich, CT
Good pair of English late 19th Century ebonized and bobbin turned corner chairs with woven rush
Category
Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement English Antique Furniture
Materials
Rush, Beech
$3,900 / set
English Victorian Lithograph of English Estate
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian black & gold framed colored lithograph of an English estate "Bradbourne, Near
Category
Late 19th Century British Victorian English Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper
Fine Pair of Antique Original William Morris
Co Edinburgh Stamped Armchairs
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of very rare, William Morris & Co Edinburgh stamped, his & hers Library armchairs in grey linen
These are a very rare and hig...
Category
19th Century Scottish Victorian English Antique Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
Antique Arts
Crafts Metamorphic Library Steps William Morris Carpet Upholstery
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely antique Arts & Crafts Victorian metamorphic library steps chair in oak with William Morris Carpet steps
A very charming and highly ...
Category
1880s English Arts and Crafts English Antique Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Original William Morris
Hammersmith
Rug woven 1885
By William Morris (English)
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
The William Morris 'Hammersmith' Carpet - 5'7" x 9'5" is a magnificent piece of British textile history, hand-knotted for Morris
Co. and designed by the renowned artist John ...
Category
1880s English Arts and Crafts English Antique Furniture
Materials
Cotton, Wool
PAIR OF ORNATE ANTIQUE ITALIAN CAROLEAN / WILLIAM MORRIS WINGBACK ARMCHAIRs
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
English Country House fine, I bought them to reupholster in leather but alas, other projects have taken
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Edwardian English Antique Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
English Victorian Prints of 4 English Noble Attires
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian print featuring four styles of English noble attires from historical periods in a
Category
19th Century British Victorian English Antique Furniture
Machine Age Barware Bakelite Butler Serving Tray
By Fine English Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
This lovely English Art Deco Machine Age serving tray is made of brown marble Bakelite and was
Category
1920s English Art Deco English Antique Furniture
Materials
Bakelite
Antique Pair of circa 1880 William Morris Carved Legged Wingback Armchairs
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this pair of original circa 1860-1880 English William Morris
Category
1880s English High Victorian English Antique Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Morris Armchair, Arts
Crafts, United Kingdom, Circa 1900
By William Morris (English)
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Morris armchair.
Arts & Crafts.
United Kingdom, Circa 1900
Backrest inclination adjustable by rack system.
Beech wood structure
In good condition.
Reupholstered a few years ago wi...
Category
Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts English Antique Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$1,988 Sale Price
20% Off
Morris armchair / lounge chair, Arts
Crafts, United Kingdom, circa 1900
By William Morris (English)
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Morris armchair / lounge chair, Arts & Crafts, United Kingdom, circa 1900
Superb Morris armchair / lounge chair, rare model.
Arts & Crafts.
United Kingdom, circa 1900
The rack back...
Category
Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts English Antique Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Wood
$2,461 Sale Price
20% Off
Morris armchair / lounge chair in beech, Art Deco, France, Circa 1925
By William Morris (English)
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
"Morris" type armchair / lounge chair in beech.
Art Deco.
France, Circa 1925.
Manufacturer's plaque on the back: "Fauteuil G.B Baudignecourt"
In very good condition, treated and ne...
Category
1920s French Art Deco English Antique Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$2,840 Sale Price
20% Off
EIGHT ORIGINAL ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN WILLIAM MORRIS PHILIP WEBB SUSSEX DINING CHAIRS
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
furniture, which started with this armchair and a single chair, expanded as a result of the commercial
Category
1870s English High Victorian English Antique Furniture
Materials
Rush, Rope, Beech
English Stool
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
M/832 - Antique English adjustable piano or vanity stool in mahogany, just covered in real red
Category
Early 20th Century English Directoire English Antique Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
$1,136 Sale Price
20% Off
1840 English Bench
Located in Pomona, CA
An English 1840 bench. Raised chamfered panels to the back. Dowl peg construction. Turned legs and
Category
Mid-19th Century English English Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
$2,600
Pair of Antique Georgian Deconstructed Wingback Armchairs William Morris Arms
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this exquisite pair of Deconstructed Antique Georgian circa 1820 Wingback armchairs with ornately carved cabriole legs and William Morris style fla...
Category
1820s English Georgian English Antique Furniture
Materials
Hardwood, Oak
English Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920s English lantern with glass insets and original patina.
Measurements:
Minimum drop 21
Category
1920s English English Antique Furniture
Materials
Metal
$6,200
English Pub Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
An X-frame English pub table in pine, the trestle base with chamfered legs and original iron
Category
Mid-19th Century English Rustic English Antique Furniture
Materials
Pine
$6,900
Oversized Antique Turkish Hereke Rug, Hotel Lobby Size Carpet
By William Morris (English)
Located in Dallas, TX
, Tudor, Edwardian, Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern, Mediterranean, Cottage, and English Country.
Rendered
Category
Early 20th Century Turkish Arts and Crafts English Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
English Vanity Mirror
Located in Dallas, TX
Fine quality 19th century English silver and bronze vanity mirror. English silver and bronze vanity
Category
19th Century English Antique Furniture
Materials
Silver, Bronze
$2,850
English Painted Tripod Table
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
18th century English painted oak tripod table with a faux stone top. 1780.
Code: 9197
Category
18th Century English George III English Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak
English Oak Tripod Table
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
18th century English painted oak tripod table with a faux marble top. 1780.
Code: 9196
Category
18th Century English George III English Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak
$1,897
English Painted Tripod Table
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
18th century English painted oak tripod table with an interesting decorative top. 1760.
Code
Category
18th Century English George III English Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak
English Lamp Table
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Pretty 18th century English one drawer oak lamp table. 1790.
Code: 9006
Dimensions:
W: 36.5
Category
18th Century English George III English Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak
$1,672
Victorian Carved Inlaid Rosewood Needle Vase, Late 19th Century
By English Country Antiques
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very fine antique carved rose wood needle case with hinged cover with spring clasp and with central inset brass cartouche, the edges of the box with finely carved detail and with i...
Category
Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement English Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
Doris Leslie Blau Vintage 1930s William Morris Botanic Rug
By William Morris (English)
Located in New York, NY
inspired by historic English design, this William Morris-style rug provides both visual richness and a deep
Category
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts English Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
English Fruitwood Cricket Table
Located in Faversham, GB
throughout this splendid piece of vernacular furniture.
English, circa 1810.
H: 63 CM H: 24.8 INCHES
W
Category
Early 19th Century British Georgian English Antique Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood, Oak
Doris Leslie Blau Antique William Morris Botanical Fragment Runner
By William Morris (English)
Located in New York, NY
Antique William Morris Botanical Fragment Runner
Size: 3'6" × 22'7" (106 × 688 cm)
This exquisite antique runner, originating from early 20th-century Europe, is a rare and captivatin...
Category
Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts English Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
English Art Deco Burr Walnut Bedroom Suite Attributed to H
L Epstein
By Harry
Lou Epstein Furniture Co
Located in Glasgow, GB
An English Art Deco four-piece burr walnut and rosewood crossbanded bedroom suite attributed to H
Category
1920s English Art Deco English Antique Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Oversized Antique Irish Donegal Rug, Autumn in Ireland
By William Morris (English)
Located in Dallas, TX
73478 Antique Irish Donegal Rug, 09'10 x 18'07. Evoking the essence of autumn in Ireland, where expansive boglands transition from verdant greens to the resplendent hues of rust and ...
Category
Early 20th Century Irish Arts and Crafts English Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
$48,720 Sale Price
20% Off
English Victorian Stool
Located in High Peak, GB
P0170 Fine quality and very elegant Victorian dressing table or piano stool in Goncalo Alves having new upholstery with cream top cover and four carved, cabriole legs, all in wonderf...
Category
19th Century English Early Victorian English Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
$1,194
An English Oak Cottage Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
An early 19th century English oak table with a thin circular top over three turned legs joined by
Category
1820s English English Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak
English Elm Cricket Table
Located in Houston, TX
English elm cricket table, circa 1780-1819 (George III). Scrubbed and beautifully age-worn elm top
Category
Late 18th Century English Georgian English Antique Furniture
Materials
Ash, Elm, Oak
Antique Arts
Crafts William Morris Design Rug. Size: 19 ft x 30 ft
By William Morris (English)
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent and rare large oversized antique Arts & Crafts William Morris Design rug, country of origin / rug type: Irish rug, circa date: Late 19th century. Size: 19 ft x 30 ft (5.7...
Category
Late 19th Century Irish Arts and Crafts English Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
English Country Fruitwood Bench
Located in Queens, NY
English Country (19th Century) fruitwood bench.
Category
19th Century British British Colonial English Antique Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
Antique English Tudor Table
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Exceptional late English Center Table in Tudor Style,
good and warm patina of the Oak Wood
Category
17th Century British English Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak
English Center Table
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
This English elegant briar table, light and elegant, with an inlaid fillet on the top, is perfect
Category
Early 20th Century English Other English Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
$2,248
English Oak Lamp Table
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Late 18th century English one drawer oak lamp table. 1780.
Internal reference: C
Code: 9242
Category
18th Century English George III English Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak
$1,897
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English Antique Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of English antique furniture for your home. Frequently made of wood, metal and mahogany, every item from our selection of English antique furniture was constructed with great care. 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. Each choice in our collection of English antique furniture bearing Victorian, Georgian or Regency hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made object in our assortment of English antique furniture over the years, but those crafted by Minton, Wedgwood and George Jones are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is an English Antique Furniture?
Prices for a piece of English antique furniture start at $1 and top out at $850,650 with the average selling for $2,851.
Questions About English Antique Furniture
- Is Ercol furniture English?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, Ercol furniture is English. Its founder, Lucian Ercolani, was born in Italy but moved to London. He began producing furniture under the name Furniture Industries in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, England, in 1920. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Ercol 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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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