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Pair of 19th Century Georgian Period Carved Mahogany Chairs
Located in London, GB
, Geoffrey, and Christopher Gilbert. Dictionary of English Furniture Makers: 1660-1840. Leeds: Maney, 1986, p
Category
19th Century English George IV Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Rare 19th Century Peters of Genoa Satinwood
Rosewood Centre Table
By Henry Thomas Peters
Located in Benington, Herts
Gilbert’s Dictionary of English Furniture Makers 1660-1840. He arrived in Genoa in circa 1817, and by 1824
Category
19th Century Italian Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Rosewood, Satinwood
Museum Quality Pair of Late 19th Century Figural Candelabra by Henry Dasson
By Henry Dasson
Located in Long Island City, NY
1888 on the bases.
Henry Dasson was considered one of the finest makers of gilt bronze mounted
Category
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Porphyry, Bronze, Ormolu
$60,000 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Antique Scottish Regency Mahogany Pedestal Wine or Occasional Tables
Located in Glasgow, GB
the Scottish Borders, the Mein family are recorded as cabinet makers in Kelso from 1784-1854. James
Category
Early 19th Century Scottish Regency Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of 19th Century French Solid Walnut Louis XVI Armchairs ~ Fauteuils
Located in Miami, FL
of care. The frames are works of the furniture-maker's art with fine sculpted details appearing over
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Rococo Style Pair of Twin Beds
By François Linke
Located in New Orleans, LA
Huntington and the Hindleys. In fact, in 1905, Hindley, an important English furniture maker and retailer
Category
19th Century French Louis XVI Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Bronze
$44,500 / set
English Antique Oak Drum Top Library Table by William Freeman of Norwich
By William Freeman
Located in London, GB
of the 'Dictionary of English Furniture Makers 1660-1840', published by the Furniture History Society
Category
19th Century British Regency Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Set of Six 19th Century French Solid Walnut Louis XVI Armchairs ~ Fauteuils
Located in Miami, FL
furniture-maker's art with fine sculpted details appearing over the entire facade. Flowing ribbon appears at
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Early 19th Century American Sheraton Tilt-Top Table of Neat Proportions
Located in Dallas, TX
depth/width at the feet of 19.75 inches.
Sheraton is a late 18th century neoclassical English furniture
Category
Early 19th Century American Sheraton Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Cherry, Satinwood, Walnut
Rare Pair of 18th Century Child
s Bergères Stamped Nadal-Laine
By Jean Nadal L
aine
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
prominence in his own right, becoming primarily a furniture maker for the Crown as well as for the Comte
Category
1760s French Louis XVI Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Fine Set of 6 Antique Regency Quality Mahogany Library Chairs By Gillows
Located in Suffolk, GB
Fine set of 6 antique regency quality mahogany library chairs by the prestigious furniture maker
Category
19th Century English Regency Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Other
Pair of Italian Crab-Form Grotto Chairs, Attributed to Pauly et Cie, Venice
By Pauly et Cie
Located in London, GB
chairs are attributed to the Venetian firm Pauly et Cie, who were the leading makers of Grotto furniture
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Very Rare Jan van Ettinger for D3 Tubular Armchair 1930s Set of 3
Located in Tilburg, NL
existed for four years, but remains relevant as one of the early examples of makers of tubular furniture
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Bauhaus Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Antique 17th Century Dutch of Flemisch Honey Color Oak Rennaisance Cupboard
Located in Casteren, NL
summer oak with tight grain. It was made by a master of the furniture makers guild and countless hours
Category
1680s Dutch Renaissance Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak
$15,633 Sale Price
20% Off
circa 1900 Miniature Model of a Black Forest Bear Bench
Located in Chicago, IL
advertisement in the window shop of furniture makers and retailers.
Lifesize Black Forest Bear Benches were
Category
Early 20th Century German Black Forest Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
19th Century English Display Cabinet Attributed To Edwards
Roberts Of London
By Edwards
Roberts
Located in Dublin, IE
Makers and Importers of Ancient Furniture". Wardour Street became an important furniture retailing area
Category
Late 19th Century English Edwardian Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Satinwood
Set of Four 19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
furniture-maker's art with fine sculpted details appearing over the entire facade. Flowing ribbon appears at
Category
1890s French Louis XVI Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Pair of French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu and Marble Lamps
By Henry Dasson
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Parisian maker of gilt-bronze mounted furniture. Dasson specialized in the production of Louis XIV, XV, and
Category
19th Century French Louis XVI Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
Unrivalled Pair of 19th Century Cabinets with Lacquer Panels
By Henry Dasson
Located in London, GB
was one of the most highly celebrated Parisian makers of gilt-bronze mounted furniture in the
Category
1880s French Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Breccia Marble, Ormolu, Bronze
Pair of Gilt Bronze-Mounted Marquetry Cabinets by Durand
By Gervais Durand
Located in London, GB
Gervais Durand was an exceptional furniture maker of the later 19th century, known especially for
Category
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Marble, Ormolu, Bronze
Circa 1890 Maple and Co of England Giltwood Bergere Cane Bed
By Maple
Co.
Located in Hastings, GB
and Edwardian eras. The company became one of the prime makers and suppliers of furniture to the
Category
Late 19th Century English High Victorian Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Cane, Wood
Great Pair of Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze Sconces by Henry Dasson
By Henry Dasson
Located in Long Island City, NY
considered one of the finest makers of gilt bronze mounted furniture in the nineteenth Century. He
Category
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Antique 17th Century Dutch Renaissance Dresser of Buffet in Oak and Walnut
Located in Casteren, NL
times. Dutch patrons demanded high-quality, comfortable, and stylish products, and furniture makers
Category
Mid-17th Century Dutch Renaissance Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
$11,843 Sale Price
20% Off
George III Punch Bowl Made of Oak from H.M.S. Royal George, 1802
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
century. The BIFMO entry for Gerrard, taken from the Dictionary of English Furniture Makers 1660-1840
Category
Early 1800s English Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak
Pair Of Louis XVI Style Vitrine Cabinets-On-Stands, Attributed to Henry Dasson
By Henry Dasson
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
desirable.
Henry Dasson (1825-1896) was one of the finest makers of gilt-bronze mounted furniture in the
Category
19th Century French Louis XVI Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
Set of Six Hand-Carved Walnut Dining Chairs by Fratelli Testolini, Venice, Early
Located in Vigonza, Padua
: Fratelli Testolini
The Testolini brothers were among the most respected Venetian furniture makers of the
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Chippendale Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Pair of French Henry Dasson et Cie Gilt Bronze Three-Light Candelabra circa 1892
By Henry Dasson
Located in Milford, NH
Parisian maker of gilt-bronze mounted furniture. Unlike other cabinetmakers of the time, Dasson began his
Category
1890s French Rococo Revival Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Bronze
A Fine Set of George III Three Drawer Nightstands W Priest Blackfriars 1790-1850
Located in Reading, Berkshire
1700 - 1840 by C. Gilbert William Priest has been noted as a retailer of other makers furniture as well
Category
Early 19th Century English Regency Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of French 19th Century Louis XV Style Three-Light Gilt-Bronze Wall Sconces
By Henry Dasson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
century Parisian maker of gilt-bronze mounted furniture. Unlike other cabinetmakers of the time Dasson
Category
19th Century French Louis XV Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
$9,850 Sale Price / set
46% Off
Waring
Gillows Style of M.H. Baillie Scott. Arts
Crafts Oak Inlaid Sideboard
By Waring
Gillow, Mackay Hugh Baillie Scott
Located in London, GB
. They had been the makers of important furniture to the designs of Edward William Godwin, the godfather
Category
Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Ebony, Fruitwood, Oak
Rare Matched Pair of Louis XVI Style Wall Vitrines by Zwiener, circa 1890
By Joseph-Emmanuel Zwiener
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
of the leading furniture makers of the end of the 19th century. Of German extraction he established a
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Louis XVI Style Vitrines with Wedgwood Plaques by Zwiener, circa 1880
By Joseph-Emmanuel Zwiener
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
Joseph-Emmanuel Zwiener (1848- 1895) was one of the leading furniture makers of the end of the nineteenth
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Hepplewhite Style English King chair (Antique Master)
By George Hepplewhite
Located in Prato, Tuscany
Sheraton and Thomas Chippendale, he was one of three celebrated furniture makers who shaped the taste of
Category
Mid-19th Century British Hepplewhite Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Italian Rustic Baroque Tuscan Table with Marquetry 17th Century
Located in Rochester, NY
. The inlay shows all the many tools of a furniture maker and also military weapons, guns, swords armor
Category
17th Century European Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Regency Rosewood Marble Specimen Table
Located in New Orleans, LA
base, this table showcases the artistry of Regency furniture makers.
Furniture and objet d'art that
Category
19th Century English Regency Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Porphyry, Siena Marble, Griotte Marble, Carrara Marble, Ma...
A Fine and Important Regency Pollard Oak and Ebony Centre Table
By Thomas Hope
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
not leave similar clues relating to the makers of his furniture and, as such, even the furniture made
Category
19th Century English Regency Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Ebony, Oak
Fine Pair 18th Century Robert Manwaring Carved Mahogany Library Armchairs
By Robert Manwaring
Located in Lymington, GB
Dictionary of English Furniture Makers 1660-1840' (1986) p. 573.
We know about a suite of furniture of at
Category
1760s English Chinese Chippendale Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
English William IV Period Burr Elm Parcel-Gilt Centre Table Attributed to Seddon
By Thomas
George Seddon
Located in London, GB
literature:
Beard, Geoffrey, and Christopher Gilbert. Dictionary of English Furniture Makers, 1660-1840
Category
19th Century English William IV Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Elm
Fine Regency Mahogany Library Centre Table
Located in Lymington, GB
English Furniture Makers 1660-1840' (1986) pp. 658-660.
Calamander, or coromandel, is a valuable wood
Category
Early 1800s English Regency Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
George Hunziger patent 1869 walnut chair with newer crewel upholstery
Located in Wichita, KS
furniture . George Hunzinger was a furniture maker during the later half of the 19th century. He emigrated
Category
Late 19th Century Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut
19th Century Ormolu-Mounted Table in the Louis XV Style by Maison Sormani
By Paul Sormani
Located in London, GB
illustrated in Ledoux-Lebard's dictionary of furniture makers, with a variation of compartments.
Paul
Category
19th Century French Louis XV Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
Very Rare Carved Gilt Gesso Dressing Mirror, circa 1710-1720
Located in Lymington, GB
Royal cabinet-maker he supplied walnut and mahogany furniture for the Royal Household, the Royal Yacht
Category
Early 18th Century English Queen Anne Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Giltwood
Antique Nesting Table Trio, English, Japanned, Occasional, Waring
Gillow, 1910
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
century decorative furniture by a highly respected maker.
Fine example of japanned furniture with strong
Category
Early 20th Century British Anglo-Japanese Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Lacquer
19th C. Louis XVI Style Ormolu-Mounted Mahogany Jasperware Console Vitrine Table
By Adam Weisweiler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
.
Unlike other luxury furniture makers of the Ancien Régime, Weisweiler weathered the Revolution. In 1810
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Georgian padouk pier table
Located in Castle Douglas, GB
, highly prized by British cabinet makers of fine quality furniture since first imported from the east in
Category
Mid-18th Century English George II Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Padouk
A Very Fine Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze Mounted Center Table by Henry Dasson
By Henry Dasson
Located in Long Island City, NY
.
Henry Dasson was considered one of the finest makers of gilt bronze mounted furniture in the nineteenth
Category
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
George Jacob Desmalter Empire Gueridon Round center Table Estampille 19th C. LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
(furniture maker of the emperor) circa 1810. Height : 28" Diameter: 32" Jacob - Desmalter .
This beautiful
Category
Early 19th Century French Empire Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Metal, Bronze
$46,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique French Parquetry Ormolu Mounted Stand Att François Linke, 19th Century
By François Linke
Located in London, GB
most important furniture makers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and his work is dearly
Category
1890s French Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
19th Century Marble-Top Lacquer Table in the Louis XVI Style by Henry Dasson
By Henry Dasson
Located in London, GB
undertier being the rarest variant.
Henry Dasson (1825-1896) was a renowned Parisian furniture maker in the
Category
19th Century French Louis XVI Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
Pair 19th Century marquetry side / console tables, after Donald Ross.
By Donald Ross
Located in Brighton, Sussex
turned tapering feet.
In the manner of Donald Ross.
Donald Ross was a celebrated furniture maker of the
Category
19th Century English Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Carrara Marble
French Louis XV Style Side Table in Kingwood a gilt bronze Attributed To Zwiner
By Joseph-Emmanuel Zwiener
Located in Kastrup, DK
to the important furniture maker Joseph-Emmanuel Zwiener (1848-1895), one of the leading furniture
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze
$7,342 Sale Price
20% Off
Fine Leather Top Dore
Bronze Ormolu French Louis XVI Desk Theodore Millet
By Maison Millet
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
ébéniste **Maison Millet**, one of the most celebrated furniture makers of the late 19th and early 20th
Category
1880s French Louis XVI Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
A French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Ormolu
Mahogany End Table, Attr. Dasson
By Henry Dasson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
maker of gilt-bronze mounted furniture. Unlike other cabinetmakers of the time Dasson began his career
Category
19th Century French Louis XVI Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
Pr. George III Gilt Carton-Pierre and Giltwood Oval Mirrors, Manner John Linnell
By John Linnell
Located in New York, NY
Furniture Makers 1660-1840, Leeds, 1986, p. 543). From an early age, he was inspired by the ‘antique’ taste
Category
1770s English George III Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Giltwood
$101,200 Sale Price / set
20% Off
19th Century French Porcelain-Mounted Occasional Table in the Louis XV/XVI Style
By Edward Holmes Baldock
Located in London, GB
furniture.
Edward Holmes Baldock (1777-1845) was a London-based dealer of antique furniture, maker of
Category
19th Century English Louis XV Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
Interesting Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze Mounted Onyx Top Table By Henry Dasson
By Henry Dasson
Located in Long Island City, NY
the finest makers of gilt bronze mounted furniture in the nineteenth Century. He established a
Category
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Onyx, Bronze, Ormolu
French 19th century Belle Epoque Period Ormolu and Rock Crystal chandelier
By Henry Dasson
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
separately.
Henry Dasson (1825–1896) was a renowned 19th century Parisian maker of gilt-bronze mounted
Category
19th Century French Louis XVI Makers Of Antique Furniture
Materials
Rock Crystal, Ormolu
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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of makers of antique furniture you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, wood and silver, every item from our selection of makers of 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. A choice in our collection of makers of antique furniture, designed in the Victorian, Folk Art or Arts and Crafts style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made object in our assortment of makers of antique furniture over the years, but those crafted by Various Makers, Edward F. Caldwell
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Prices for a piece of makers of antique furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $111 and can go as high as $401,527, while the average can fetch as much as $3,100.
Questions About Makers Of Antique Furniture
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024A furniture maker is sometimes called a carpenter or furniture designer. More generally, you can refer to someone who makes furniture by hand as a craftsperson or artisan. The term furniture maker can also apply to a company that manufactures furniture. Find a large collection of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019
A maker’s mark is a markstamped, impressed or painted on an antique and helps identify it as authentic. Maker’s marks on antiques are similar to trademarks on newer pieces.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024A few things characterized the work of Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann. By the end of his career, he was best known for being a skilled ensemblier, a term for a designer who not only makes furniture and decorates spaces but personally crafts each and every piece required in the space, from doorknobs to sofas. This practice ensured that the space was harmonious and consistent with Ruhlmann’s vision, and it contributed to the lasting popularity of his designs. While the Arts and Crafts and Art Nouveau movements were early influences, he is renowned for the modernity of his Art Deco designs, which reflected the opulent nature of the era, involving luxurious materials like Macassar ebony, amboyna burl, ivory and precious metals and skilled craftsmanship and construction techniques. Explore a variety of Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann furniture 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 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.
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