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Antique Miniature Map of Java by Bertius
1618
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique miniature map titled 'Iava Maior'. Rare miniature map of Java, Indonesia. This map
Category
Antique Early 17th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
Miniature antique wooden manor gate: Litle stoke manor
By Shakers
Located in Zemst, BE
A miniature meadow gate.
A fine and exquisit mini- version of real meadow gate:
Little Stone manor
Category
Vintage 1920s British Campaign Architectural Models
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
Miniature antique George iii Style Curly Maple chest
Located in Pasadena, TX
joinery that reflects skilled craftsmanship. These miniature chests were often created to demonstrate a
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Small Antique Tabletop Sampler, English, Embroidered, Miniature Stool, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique tabletop sampler. An English, faux rosewood and embroidered miniature stool
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Stools
Materials
Hardwood
Antique West Country Silver Miniature Herb Teapot Circa 1730
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique West Country silver miniature teapot/ herb pot; an
Category
Antique 1730s English Georgian Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
Miniature English Bureau
Located in Kingsbridge, GB
Miniature antique bureau dating from the 1800s. This are often referred to trade samples or
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Antique Late 19th Century English Folk Art Antiquities
Materials
Oak
Antique Boston Sandwich or French Miniature Scramble Paperweight
By Baccarat, Boston and Sandwich Glass Company, New England Glass Company, Saint Louis
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique scramble paperweight.
With an entertaining collector's label to the base that reads
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Antique Late 19th Century Paperweights
Materials
Art Glass
Miniature Antique Japanese Satsuma Pottery Censer or Koro
By Kinkozan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Japanese Satsuma pottery incense burner.
With a cream ground and an extensively
Category
Early 20th Century Meiji Ceramics
Materials
Pottery
Antique Edwardian French Quality Brass Miniature Carriage Clock
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Edwardian French quality brass miniature carriage clock having a quality brass case with
Category
Early 20th Century French Edwardian Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks
Materials
Brass
$1,365 Sale Price
20% Off
Miniature Antique Map of Glamorganshire, Wales, c.1646
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Glamorganshire'. Miniature map of Glamorganshire, Wales. Later, this map was
Category
Antique 17th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
Antique Sterling Silver Miniature Vinaigrette Locket James Fenton Birmingham
By James Fenton Birmingham
Located in Portland, OR
A very elegant & charming antique sterling silver miniature locket vinaigrette by James Fenton
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Decorative Boxes
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Folk Art Miniature Rocking Horse in Painted Wood
Located in Meer, VAN
Antique Folk Art Horse in Painted Wood, Europe, 19th century.
This is a beautiful and hand made
Category
Antique 19th Century European Folk Art Antiquities
Materials
Wood
Wooden Miniature Stand Antique for Chinese or Japanese Antique Porcelain
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Here we have a nice wooden stand
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Region of Origin: China
Period: 19th c / early 20th c
Dimensions: The size of the usable surfa...
Category
20th Century Chinese More Dining and Entertaining
Materials
Wood
$115 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Miniature Landscape Oil Painting - Initialed - Early 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Antique miniature landscape oil painting on Masonite panel - complete with original ebonized soft
Category
Early 20th Century Paintings
Materials
Wood, Masonite, Paint
Antique Kangxi Chinese Porcelain Dollhouse Vase Miniature Perfect Condition
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Sharing with you this beautiful Chinese blue and white decorated miniature (dollhouse) vase with
Category
Antique 17th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
$509 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Kangxi Chinese Porcelain Dollhouse Vase Miniature Perfect Condition
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Sharing with you this beautiful Chinese blue and white decorated miniature (dollhouse) vase with
Category
Antique 17th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
$509 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Framed Oval Miniature Portraits Lady
Gentleman with Dog
Located in Toledo, OH
Two antique miniature oval portraits in a pieced frame of a lady and a man with a dog. Very nice
Category
Antique 19th Century Unknown Aesthetic Movement Paintings
Materials
Glass
Antique Hand Painted Miniature Figure "Blue Boy" by Geinsborough
Located in Toledo, OH
Antique miniature hand painted on porcelain figure of blue boy by Geinsborough. Very nice condition
Category
20th Century Unknown Aesthetic Movement Paintings
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Kangxi Chinese Porcelain Dollhouse Vase Miniature Good Condition
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Sharing with you this beautiful Chinese blue and white decorated miniature (dollhouse) vase with
Category
Antique 17th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
$303 Sale Price
52% Off
Antique French Oval Miniature Painting on Porcelain Bronze Frame
Located in Toledo, OH
Antique French oval miniature painting on porcelain. Thee ladies and a gentleman gathering in a
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Antique Late 19th Century European Aesthetic Movement Paintings
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Wooden Miniature Chinese Porcelain Stand, 19th / 20th century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Antique Wooden Miniature Stand Chinese Porcelain, 19th / 20th century
Additional information
Category
20th Century Chinese Decorative Bowls
Materials
Porcelain
A Set of 12 Antique Indian Company School Miniature Paintings
Located in Long Island City, NY
A set of antique late 19th-century Indian minitature paintings. Watercolor on paper. Company school
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Paintings
Materials
Paint
Antique round glass box with miniature painting, late 19th century
Located in Bilzen, BE
An antique round glass box with in the lid a painted miniature from a noble lady
Late 19th century
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Boxes
Materials
Brass
Antique Painted
Stenciled Miniature Folk Art Child
s or Doll
s Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique folk art miniature chair.
In painted and stenciled softwood. (Possibly poplar
Category
Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Painted Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique Miniature Barbedienne Bronze Bust of Molière After Houdon
By F. Barbedienne Foundry
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique miniature bronze.
A miniature portrait bust of Molière, the alias of the
Category
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Busts
Materials
Bronze
Antique Meissen Porcelain Quatrefoil Miniature Hand-Painted Dish 1920s
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Antique Meissen Porcelain Quatrefoil Miniature Dish, Hand-Painted, ca. 1920
An exquisite Meissen
Category
Early 20th Century German Baroque Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Miniature Map of New Guinea by Bertius,
1618
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique miniature map titled 'Nova Guinea et Ins. Salomonis'. Rare miniature map of New Guinea
Category
Antique Early 17th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
Magnificent Quality Antique Ornate Gilded Brass Miniature Longcase Clock
Located in Suffolk, GB
Magnificent quality antique Edwardian ornate gilded brass miniature longcase clock having a
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Materials
Brass
$1,840 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Miniature Watercolor Painting Portrait of a Woman Neoclassical Frame
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique miniature watercolor portrait of a woman in a neoclassical style, set without glass in a
Category
Antique 19th Century Neoclassical Paintings
Materials
Brass
$164 Sale Price
30% Off
Lovely unusual antique Victorian miniature jug and bowl set
Located in Ipswich, GB
Lovely unusual antique Victorian miniature jug and bowl set having a lovely unusual quality antique
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Victorian Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
$518 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Antique Gilt Bronze Jewellery Casket
Limoges Miniature 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique Napoleon III gilded ormolu and Limoges enamel jewellery casket, Circa
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Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Jewelry Boxes
Materials
Ormolu
Antique Miniature Map of Java by Bertius/Hondius
1618
Located in Langweer, NL
Rare antique miniature map titled 'Iava Maior'. This map shows the northern coastline of Java
Category
Antique Early 17th Century Maps
Materials
Paper
Antique Italian Micro Mosaic Miniature Portrait Painting Porcelain Guido Reni
By Guido Reni
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique Italian Grand Tour miniature hand-painted portrait on a porcelain plaque of Beatrice
Category
Antique 1890s Italian Grand Tour Decorative Art
Materials
Brass
Meissen, Germany, Antique Miniature Slipper in Hand-Painted Porcelain
Located in København, Copenhagen
Meissen, Germany. Antique miniature slipper in hand-painted porcelain.
Late 19th century
Category
Antique Late 19th Century German Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Japanese Miniature Bronze
Sterling Overlay Butterfly Vase - Signed
Located in Atlanta, GA
Japanese, unknown age or maker but great quality.
Measuring 3.5" h x 3" w - The vase is beautiful with a patinated bronze surface and overlaid with a great sterling silver butterfly...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Metalwork
Materials
Sterling Silver, Bronze
Antique Chinese Carved Rosewood Hanging Display Cabinet for Miniatures C1930
Located in Big Flats, NY
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Antique Chinese
Category
20th Century Chinese Furniture
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Rosewood
$960 Sale Price
20% Off
Meissen, Germany, Antique Miniature Slipper in Hand Painted Porcelain
Located in København, Copenhagen
Meissen, Germany. Antique miniature slipper in hand painted porcelain, 19th century.
Measures: 9.5
Category
Antique 19th Century German Biedermeier Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Asprey Miniature Reference Book Set and Boulle inlaid rack
Located in New York, NY
Finest Quality Antique Art Deco period miniature book set and original tortoise shell Boulle brass
Category
Early 20th Century English Desk Sets
Materials
Tortoise Shell, Leather, Wood
Antique Collector
s Miniature Cabinet, First quarter of the 18th century
Located in Gorssel, GE
Miniature Collector’s Cabinet, first quarter of the 18th century, likely Flemish or German origin
Category
Antique Early 18th Century Belgian Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Original Antique Miniature Map of Persia, Published, ca.1601
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique miniature map titled 'Persia'. Small map of Persia published in the Epitome, or pocket
Category
Antique Early 1600s Maps
Materials
Paper
$511 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Pair of Chinese Yellow Ground Porcelain Miniature Vases
Located in New York, NY
Lovely pair of miniature Chinese yellow ground porcelain vases with applied plum blossom trees and
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Brass
Pietra Dura Portrait Miniature Painting George Washington 1880
Located in Portland, OR
A fine, antique brass easel with Pietra Dura panels and three handpainted portrait miniature
Category
Antique 1880s American American Empire Paintings
Materials
Brass
$1,950 Sale Price
25% Off
Pair Antique 19th Century Indian Miniature Mica Paintings C.1830
Located in London, GB
Pair Antique 19th Century Indian Miniature Mica Paintings C.1830
Indian Company School
A pair of
Category
Antique 19th Century Indian Paintings
Materials
Paper
Antique Chinese\Japanese Porcelain Wooden Miniature Stand, 19th / 20th C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Antique Chinese\Japanese Porcelain Wooden Miniature Stand, 19th / 20th C
Additional information
Category
20th Century Chinese Decorative Bowls
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Doll House Miniature Kangxi Period Chinese Porcelain Lidded Jar
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Sharing with you this fantastic miniature Chinese porcelain Lidded jar, made for a Dutch Doll
Category
Antique 17th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Dresden Potschappel Porcelain Miniature Flower Encrusted Perfume Bottle
By Dresden Porcelain, Meissen Porcelain
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique miniature Dresden porcelain perfume bottle.
By Thieme Potschappel.
Decorated
Category
20th Century German Rococo Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Oval Bronze Box With Hand-painted Miniature – Signed "p. Brin"
Located in Bilzen, BE
Offered for sale is an exquisite antique French bronze jewelry or trinket box, featuring an
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Decorative Boxes
Materials
Bronze
Collection of Twelve Antique Miniatures Sad Iron/Flat Cast Iron
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a collection of twelve antique miniatures sad irons/flat cast irons. Some of them are
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American American Craftsman Antiquities
Materials
Iron
$316 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Antique French Gilt Bronze and Enamel Miniature Carriage Clock
Located in London, GB
Antique French gilt bronze and enamel miniature carriage clock
French, late 19th Century
Clock
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Carriage Clocks and Travel...
Materials
Enamel, Ormolu
Pair Antique 19th Century Indian Miniature Mica Paintings C.1830
Located in London, GB
Pair Antique 19th Century Indian miniature Mica paintings C.1830
Indian Company School
A pair
Category
Antique 19th Century Indian Paintings
Materials
Paper
Santa Claus Belsnickle Miniature Chocolate Mold Antique 1900s, German
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous chocolate mold. Made of metal, not marked. Beautiful and ready to use or display, with nice patina. The 1890s to 1920s were the golden age of Chocolate production and cons...
Category
Antique Early 1900s German Folk Art Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Metal
Small Antique Display Chest, Indian, Teak, Miniature Campaign Trunk, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique shop display chest. An Indian, teak and brass miniature campaign trunk
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Late Victorian Blanket Chests
Materials
Brass
Antique Chinese Porcelain Wooden Miniature Stand, 19th / 20th C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Here we have a nice wooden stand
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Type: Stand
Region of Origin: China
Period: 19th c / early 20th c
Condition: A bit worn
Dimen...
Category
20th Century Chinese Night Stands
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Chinese Porcelain Wooden Miniature Stand, 19th / 20th century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Here we have a nice wooden stand
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Type: Stand
Region of Origin: China
Period: 19th c / early 20th c
Condition: A bit worn
Dimen...
Category
20th Century Chinese Night Stands
Materials
Porcelain
Antique European Miniature Portrait Tempera Painting Woman in fine Dress
Located in Malmö, SE
Antique hand - painted depiction of a Woman .. ca. late 19th cent. European Tempera painting on
Category
Antique 1880s European Louis XVI Decorative Art
Materials
Gold, Bronze
Antique Betjemann’s Coromandel Miniature 3 Bottle Tantalus 19th Century
By George Betjemann
Sons
Located in London, GB
This is a superb antique Victorian coromandel and silver plated three decanter Betjemann’s patent
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Crystal Serveware
Materials
Crystal, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Antique Miniature Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Celadon Color Vase with Butterflies
Located in Long Island City, NY
A miniature Japanese Meiji period vase, 1868 to 1912. The globular vase slightly tapering to the
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases
Materials
Enamel, Copper
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Miniature Antique Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of miniature antique furniture for your home. Frequently made of wood, metal and ceramic, every item from our selection of miniature 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 21st Century. A choice in our collection of miniature antique furniture, designed in the Victorian, Georgian or Folk Art style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made object in our assortment of miniature antique furniture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Berthold Muller, Bliss and David Clayton are consistently popular.
How Much is a Miniature Antique Furniture?
A piece of miniature antique furniture can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,273, while the lowest priced sells for $29 and the highest can go for as much as $68,845.
Questions About Miniature Antique Furniture
- 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 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.
- 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, 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 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019
The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.
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