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Anatomical Studies of Bats from
The Mammals
Natural History Publication, 1836
Located in Langweer, NL
-century drive to document natural history comprehensively, making scientific knowledge more accessible
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1830s History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
American Ornithology; Or the Natural History of the Birds of the United States
Located in Middletown, NY
Wilson, Alexander
Charles Lucian Bonaparte
American Ornithology; Or the Natural History of
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Early 19th Century English History Of Antique Furniture
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Gold Leaf
Hand-Colored Lithograph of Fire Salamanders –A Natural History Illustration 1852
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: 1852 Hand-Colored Lithograph of Fire Salamanders – A Natural History Illustration
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1850s History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
Illustrations of English and Scottish History in 2 Leatherbound Quarto Volumes
Located in San Francisco, CA
"Pictures and Royal Portraits Illustrative of English and Scottish History, from the Introduction
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Late 19th Century English Victorian History Of Antique Furniture
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Leather, Paper
Set of 6 Original Vintage Natural History Prints. French, C.1920
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great images of natural history
Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using
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1920s French Folk Art History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
Hand-Colored 18th-Century Engraving of Exotic Quadrupeds from Natural History
Located in Langweer, NL
, likely based on the natural history knowledge of the time. While these depictions are stylized and not
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Early 1800s History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
Antique Print of the Great Seal of Queen Anne – Rapin’s History of England 1786
Located in Langweer, NL
Here is your catalog listing in plain text:
Title:
Great Seal of Queen Anne – Rapin’s History of
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Late 18th Century English History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
Eugène Mouton (mérinos) – History Of The Invalid At The Wooden Head
Located in Bilzen, BE
Eugène Mouton (Mérinos) – History of the Invalid with the Wooden Head. Illustrations by Georges
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
Napoleon at the Bivouac of Wagram – French Empire History Engraving, ca.1840
Located in Langweer, NL
Napoleon at the Bivouac of Wagram – French Empire History Engraving c.1840
Description:
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Mid-19th Century French History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
The History of the Discovery and Settlement of America by W. Robertson, 1835
By William Robertson
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Robertson, William, Frost, John. The History of the Discovery and Settlement of America, With an
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1830s American Early Victorian History Of Antique Furniture
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Leather, Fabric, Paper
Anatomical Studies of Bats from
The Mammals
Natural History Lithographs, 1836
Located in Langweer, NL
Here is a detailed description of the two bat lithographs:
One print presents four different species of bats, meticulously rendered with a focus on their anatomical features. The ba...
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1830s History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
$369 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Thomas Babington Macaulay, The History Of England, 5 Vols., 1849
Located in Bridgeport, CT
London, Longman, Brown, Green and Longmans. Vols 1-V, Third Ed. Brown leather with gilt spines, leather and marbled boards. Marbled end papers, yellow edges. Includes:
Vol. 1, Third...
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19th Century English Victorian History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
1902-08 History of England, and, Short Studies on Great Subjects
By James Anthony Froude
Located in Bath, GB
A uniformly bound set of works by James Anthony Froude, including his important history of England
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Early 1900s British History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
History of Muhlenberg County Kentucky by O.A. Rothert 1913
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting an extremely rare first edition and signed hardback copy of the History of Muhlenberg
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Early 20th Century American Country History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
Pair of Large Original Antique Natural History Prints, Shells, circa 1835
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great images of shells
Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames.
Lithograph after Cpt. Brown, Gilpin and Edwards with original h...
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1830s English Folk Art History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
Decorative Set of Three Antique Fish Prints - Ornamental History Prints, ca.1770
Located in Langweer, NL
history.
The plates are taken from the 'Histoire naturelle. Suite du règne animal', specifically the
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1770s French History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
20th-Century Graphic – Russel
s History of England, King Edmund i Murdered
Located in Opole, PL
We present you one of the fourteen graphics from the series, depicting the history of England.
The
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Early 20th Century European History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
$189 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of taxidermy stuffed Pogona reptiles, natural history cabinet, Italy 1850
Located in Milan, IT
history cabinet. Italy mid 19th century.
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Mid-19th Century Italian History Of Antique Furniture
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Glass, Wood
17th Century Brussels Mythological Tapestry Persephone from the History of Ceres
Located in New York, NY
piece is from a series of Brussels tapestries depicting the History of Ceres, with this particular
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Mid-17th Century Belgian History Of Antique Furniture
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Wool
$99,995 Sale Price
20% Off
19th-Century Lithograph of a Raccoon and Bear – Stunning Natural History Print
Located in Langweer, NL
19th-Century Lithograph of a Raccoon and Bear – Stunning Natural History Print
This finely
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1830s History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
[1870]-1883 The History of England, The English in Ireland, Short Studies
By James Anthony Froude
Located in Bath, GB
A beautifully bound collection of works by James Anthony Froude, including his extensive history of
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Late 19th Century British History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
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Antique Scottish History Book, Tales of a Grandfather, Walter Scott, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique compendium book of Scottish history, Tales of a Grandfather by Walter Scott. An
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Mid-19th Century British Victorian History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
The Coup of 18 Brumaire – Napoleon Seizes Power, French History Engraving c.1840
Located in Langweer, NL
The Coup of 18 Brumaire – Napoleon Seizes Power, French History Engraving c.1840
Description:
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Mid-19th Century French History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
Pair of Books of Universal History by Jean de Muller 19th Century France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
universal history of Muller with his reflections. These books were very successful in the 17th century in
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Early 19th Century European History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper, Leather
$151 Sale Price
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RICAUT [Rycaut]. History of the Present State of the Ottoman Empire. 5TH ED 1682
Located in Hillsborough, NJ
AUTHOR: RICAUT [Rycaut], Paul.
TITLE: The History of the Present State of the Ottoman Empire
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1680s American History Of Antique Furniture
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Leather
![Antique RICAUT [Rycaut]. History of the Present State of the Ottoman Empire. 5TH ED 1682](https://a.1stdibscdn.com/ricaut-rycaut-history-of-the-present-state-of-the-ottoman-empire-5th-ed-1682-for-sale/1121189/f_458744821752593506202/45874482_datamatics.jpg?width=240 "RICAUT [Rycaut]. History of the Present State of the Ottoman Empire. 5TH ED 1682")
History of the Abbey Church of St. Peter
s Westminster by R. Ackermann
W.Combe
Located in Middletown, NY
Ackermann, Rudolph and William Combe (text).
The History of the Abbey Church of St. Peter's
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Early 19th Century English History Of Antique Furniture
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Leather, Paint, Paper
Large Museum of Natural History Showcase Cabinet in Glass
Metal, France, 1890s
Located in Andrézieux-Bouthéon, FR
offer for sale today this rare piece of furniture showcase from the museum of natural history in
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19th Century French History Of Antique Furniture
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Metal
Hand-Colored Print of the Javan Leopard from Jardine
s Natural History, 1860
Located in Langweer, NL
A hand-colored illustration from Jardine's Natural History, published around 1860. It depicts the
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1860s European History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
A Piece of History for Your Home: Elegant Walnut Side Table with Marquetry
Located in Greven, DE
piece of furniture is a real eye-catcher.
Crafted in the 19th century, this table exudes the
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19th Century German Other History Of Antique Furniture
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Walnut, Lacquer, Mahogany, Maple
$2,378 Sale Price / item
20% Off
A History of the University of Oxford, its Colleges, Halls, and Public Buildings
Located in Middletown, NY
First Edition. In two Quarto volumes, with copious color illustrations.
London: R. Ackermann, printed by L. Harrison & J. C. Leigh, 1814.
13 x 10.63 in. (330 x 270 mm). vol. 1: xx...
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Early 19th Century English History Of Antique Furniture
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Leather, Paint, Paper
German Costume History 1450–1670, Set of Three Antique Hand-Colored Prints, 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
set of three hand-colored costume plates presents a sweeping visual history of German dress from 1450
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1880s German History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
2 Vols Antique Book, Morant
s History Of Essex, English, County Reference, 1816
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is 2 antique volumes of Morant's History of Essex. An English, county reference book, dating
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1820s British Regency History Of Antique Furniture
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Leather, Paper
1929-1935 William E. Glegg
s A History of the Birds of Essex and Middlesex
Located in Bath, GB
, examining the history of birds in the adjoining counties of Essex and Middlesex.
The earlier of these works
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Early 20th Century European History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
Buffon Natural History Pair of Framed Original 18thC Hand Colored Monkey Prints
Located in Fort Washington, MD
Fantastic pair of Ca. late 18thC. Hand Colored Monkey Prints Framed matted and sealed under glass.
They have information on the back but I don’t read French
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Late 18th Century French Chinoiserie History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
$712 Sale Price / set
25% Off
1847 The Naval History of Great Britain, from the Declaration of War by France
By William James (Author)
Located in Bath, GB
A beautiful edition of naval historian William James's detailed and richly illustrated history of
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1840s British History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
Three Of A Kind. The History Of The Murder Of Mrs. Barnaby
Sawtell c.1890
s
Located in Hillsborough, NJ
AUTHOR: (ANON) Dr. Graves, Isaac Sawtell, Frank C. Almy.
TITLE: Three Of A Kind. The History Of
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1890s American History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
Allegorical Gilt Bronze Clock Depiction Clio, the Muse of History and Music
By Louis-Charles Boileau
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
An Allegorical gilt bronze French Empire clock Depiction Clio, the the Greek Muse of History and
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Early 19th Century French Empire History Of Antique Furniture
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Bronze
History of India, edited by A.V.Williams Jackson (9volumes-leather bound)
Located in San Francisco, CA
This limited luxury edition has a issue of 200 copies, this set is number 98.
Each book has a handcolored frontispiece, with tissue guards, each volumen
averages 300 or more pages, ...
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Early 1900s History Of Antique Furniture
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Leather
19th History of the Antecolombian America with Original Engravings and Pictures
Located in Miami, FL
The book it´s in Spanish.
Catalan Region
Beautiful handmade engravings
996 pages.
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Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque History Of Antique Furniture
1825 Buchon Map of Puerto Rico
Virgin Islands with Detailed Colonial History
Located in Langweer, NL
, economy, political structure, and social history of Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. This extensive
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1820s History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
$435 Sale Price
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The Black Indian from George Edwards
A Natural History of Uncommon Birds (1743)
Located in Langweer, NL
works, part of his A Natural History of Uncommon Birds or Gleanings of Natural History. This bird is
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1740s History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
$255 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique, 2 Vols, HG Wells, The Outline Of History, Reference Book, Circa 1920
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a set of two antique volumes of The Outline of History by H.G. Wells, an iconic early 20th
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
Mapping History: The Decorative Cartography of Indre-et-Loire by Levasseur, 1856
Located in Langweer, NL
**: As the capital city of the Département d'Indre-et-Loire, Tours is a central hub of history, culture
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1850s History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
$227 Sale Price
20% Off
Elephant Hawk-Moth and Bedstraw from A Natural History of English Insects, 1749
Located in Langweer, NL
The image is an original antique handcolored plate from "A Natural History of English Insects
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1740s History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
$246 Sale Price
20% Off
David Hume
T. Smollett, The History Of England, 16 Vols., London 1824
Located in Bridgeport, CT
London Stereotype Edition. Complete 16 vol. edition 1824. Black and gilt embossed leatherbound with marbled end papers and edges.
The set comprised of 10 volumes with Humes on spine...
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Early 19th Century English Georgian History Of Antique Furniture
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Leather, Paper
A History of European
American Sculpture Signed First Edition, 2 Volume Set
Located in valatie, NY
A History of European and American Sculpture from the Early Christian Period to the Present Day by
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Early 20th Century English History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
Early 20th C Pair Transverse Section
s of Fossil Sponges Natural History Curio
Located in Lowestoft, GB
Pair of Transverse Section's of Fossil Sponges (Ventriculites), housed in there original cardboard and glazed display boxes with labels
From the upper chalk, Kent. Ex museum colle...
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Early 20th Century English History Of Antique Furniture
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Natural Fiber
Map of Ardennes France with Sedan and Military History by Vuillemin, c.1850
Located in Langweer, NL
Map of Ardennes France with Sedan and Military History by Vuillemin, 19th c
Description:
This
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Mid-19th Century French History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
Wall plate New York Brooklyn America history statue of liberty, 3D, Maresch 1900
By Johann Maresch
Located in Wien, AT
A piece of american history!
Opened on May 24, 1883, the Brooklyn Bridge was the first fixed
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau History Of Antique Furniture
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Ceramic
Pine Top Mangle or Cast-Iron Industrial Garden Table A Great piece of History
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Pine Top Mangle or Cast-Iron Industrial Garden Table
A Great piece of History and a decorative
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Early 1900s Industrial History Of Antique Furniture
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Iron
Pine Top Mangle or Cast-Iron Industrial Garden Table A Great piece of History
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Pine Top Mangle or Cast-Iron Industrial Garden Table
A Great piece of History and a decorative
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Early 1900s Industrial History Of Antique Furniture
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Iron
Antique Print of English Furniture
Settee Duke of Leeds
by P. Macquoid, 1906
Located in Langweer, NL
This print originates from ‘A History of English Furniture’ by Percy Macquoid. Published by
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Early 20th Century History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
7 Vol. Set- Charles Merivale, A History Of The Romans Under The Empire, 1858
Located in Bridgeport, CT
London, Longman, Brown, Green, Longmans, & Roberts, various publishing dates. Bound in tan leather with red and brown with gilt spines. Marbelized end papers. All with bookplates ins...
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19th Century English Victorian History Of Antique Furniture
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Leather, Paper
Antique Print of English Furniture
Walnut Cabinet
by P. Macquoid, 1906
Located in Langweer, NL
This print originates from ‘A History of English Furniture’ by Percy Macquoid. Published by
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Early 20th Century History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
Antique Print of English Furniture
Upholstered Bed
by P. Macquoid, 1906
Located in Langweer, NL
This print originates from ‘A History of English Furniture’ by Percy Macquoid. Published by
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Early 20th Century History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
Antique Print of English Furniture
Two Chairs
by P. Macquoid, 1906
Located in Langweer, NL
This print originates from ‘A History of English Furniture’ by Percy Macquoid. Published by
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Early 20th Century History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
Antique Print of English Furniture
Cabinet Press
by P. Macquoid, 1906
Located in Langweer, NL
This print originates from ‘A History of English Furniture’ by Percy Macquoid. Published by
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Early 20th Century History Of Antique Furniture
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Paper
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At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of history of antique furniture for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using animal skin, leather and paper. There are many kinds of the item from our selection of history of antique furniture you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A choice in our collection of history of antique furniture is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Victorian, Folk Art and Empire styles are sought with frequency. Georges Bareau, Archibald Alison and Ferdinand Barbedienne each produced at least one beautiful object in our assortment of history of antique furniture that is worth considering.
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- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024The history of Martinsville furniture starts with the founding of the company in Martinsville, Virginia, in 1906 by Ancil Witten and Charles Keesee, a pair of former tobacco farmers. They launched their business with $30,000 in capital and began to manufacture bedroom furniture under the name American Furniture Company. In the 1920s, American Furniture Company expanded its offerings from bedroom furnishings with a range of dining room sets. By the 1950s, the company’s name had been changed to American of Martinsville, and it had gained a reputation for exquisite craftsmanship as well as a variety of furniture styles. Inspired by designers like George Nakashima and Paul László, the brand innovated with wood. Merton Gershun was one of the company's most prolific designers, and he was responsible for some of its most successful modern furniture lines using the richer, darker woods that would become emblematic of mid-century furniture. Gershun's most popular line was Dania, with its sleek walnut credenzas fitted with stylish brass accents and large drawers. Today, American of Martinsville specializes in furniture for the healthcare and hospitality industries. Find a variety of American of Martinsville furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024The history of Kartell furniture begins with Italian chemical engineer Giulio Castelli and his wife, Anna Ferrieri. They founded the company in 1949 as an industrial design firm, producing items like ski racks for automobiles and laboratory equipment designed to replace breakable glass with sturdy plastic. They launched a housewares division of Kartell in 1953, making lighting fixtures, kitchen tools and accessories from colorful molded plastic. The affordability and infinite range of styles and hues won devotees of Kartell’s ingenious designs for juicers, dustpans and dish racks. Kartell designer Gino Colombini was responsible for many of these early products, including the KS 1146 Bucket, which won the Compasso d’Oro prize in 1955. Buoyed by its success in the home goods market, Kartell introduced its Habitat division in 1963. In 1972, Kartell achieved international recognition for its innovative work when a landmark exhibition curated by Emilio Ambasz called “Italy: The New Domestic Landscape” opened at New York’s Museum of Modern Art. In 1988, Castelli and Ferrieri sold Kartell to Claudio Luti, their son-in-law, who has expanded the company’s roster of designers. Shop a collection of Kartell furniture on 1stDibs.
- 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.