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Super Rare, Museum Quality Wendt Sterling Silver Egyptian Revival Tray Set 1870
By John Wendt, Ball, Black Company
Located in New York, NY
The Suez Canal opened in 1869. Verdi composed Aida in 1870. And from about 1868-1875 there were all things Egyptian in American decorative arts. Being offered is a fine circa 1870...
Category

Antique 19th Century American Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Outstanding 19th Century Rosewood Portuguese Console Table
Located in Montecito, CA
, mediterranean, 17th, 18th Century, Portugal, Talavera, Persian, Middle Eastern, Museum Quality Items, Furniture
Category

Antique 19th Century Portuguese Console Tables

Materials

Rosewood, Walnut

French Louis XV Walnut Hand-Carved Table, 19th Century
Located in Belgium, BE
the 19th century. This table was made in a Parisian Workshop and has a Museum quality. The Paris
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Antique 19th Century French Rococo Center Tables

Materials

Walnut

Trestle Dining Table By Hank Gilpin
Located in Southampton, NY
& Design,N.Y. Purchased from Pritam & Eames - East Hampton, in the 1990's. They carry only museum quality
Category

Late 20th Century American Dining Room Tables

18th Century, circa 1780 English Paymasters Campaign Desk
Located in Plymouth, MA
travel. An actual museum quality piece of true Campaign furniture. One of two pieces of Campaign
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Antique Late 18th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Excellent 18th Century Walnut Italian Cabinet Credenza
Located in Montecito, CA
Quality Items, Furniture, Table, Console, Occasional Tables, Anglo Indian items
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Excellent 17th Century Italian Credenza Cabinet
Located in Montecito, CA
Quality Items, Furniture, Table, Console, Occasional Tables, Anglo Indian items
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Baroque Secretary, Dresden, Germany, circa 1745
Located in Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein
. This secretary is an outstanding example of original Dresden furniture design. Museum-quality.
Category

Antique 1740s German Baroque Secretaires

Materials

Birdseye Maple, Walnut

Museum Quality Bronze Bowl by Dragsted of Denmark
By A. Dragsted
Located in Providence, RI
Museum quality bronze bowl by Master Metal-smith A. Dragsted of Copenhagen, Denmark, circa 1939
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Bronze

Exceedingly Rare Miguel Pineda Copper Enamel Dish - Museum Quality
By Miguel Pineda
Located in New York, NY
Being offered is a museum quality dish by Miguel Pineda of Taxco, Mexico. Copper formed dish with
Category

Early 2000s Mexican Platters and Serveware

Materials

Copper

Superb Museum Quality 19th Century Biedermeier Secretary a Abattant
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This is a superb quality very unique antique satinwood secretaire a abbatant. A single, full width
Category

Antique 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Secretaires

Materials

Satinwood

Museum Quality Masterpiece Satsuma Cup and Saucer, Meji Period Signed
Located in Redding, CA
. There is a similar example in DeYoung museum in San Francisco, sadly missing its saucer I am told. The
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

Magnificent Museum Quality Russian Dancers Bronze Inscribed D.H. Chiparus
By Demetre Chiparus
Located in New York, NY
An outstanding fine museum quality patinated beautiful rare bronze sculpture of two Russian male
Category

20th Century Art Deco Sculptures and Carvings

Museum Quality Tiffany Co. Sterling Silver Pair of Bookends, 1905
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Being offered is a pair of circa 1905 sterling silver bookends by Tiffany & Co. of New York. Scarce pair of bookends made during the directorship of Charles T. Cook; with a masterful...
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Museum Quality Hans Wegner Chairs in Oak and Paper Cord, 1950
By Carl Hansen Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Southampton, NY
Hans Wegner side chairs manufactured by Carl Hansen and Son, model CH-23. Oak frame, birch inlay (on chair backs) and paper cord seats. Note: paper cord seats have been newly repla...
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Birch, Oak

Early 20th Century Iron Walking Stick with Museum Quality Silver Filigree Work
Located in Houston, TX
A great Christmas presentation piece. Intricate silver filigree work on iron highlight this unique walking stick. It has a long decorative knife inside. It is 37" long and 1&quo...
Category

Early 20th Century Indian Islamic Metalwork

Materials

Silver

Machine Age Henry Dreyfuss #539 Thermos, Original Tray and Tag, Museum Quality
By The American Thermos Bottle Company, Henry Dreyfuss
Located in Dallas, TX
Machine Age Art Deco Henry Dreyfuss #539 Thermos, original tray and tag, museum quality modernist
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Barware

Materials

Enamel, Stainless Steel

Museum Quality Richard Dimes Boston Large Hand-Wrought Sterling Silver Box 1915
By Richard Dimes Company
Located in New York, NY
illustrated. In excellent condition. The Boston Museum of Fine Arts has in its collection pieces by Richard
Category

Vintage 1910s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Meissen Museum Quality Bowls Painted with Flower Bouquets and Insects
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Boston, MA
raised white porcelain decorations of flowers and arabesque surrounding the museum quality paintings of
Category

Antique 1880s German Romantic Serving Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Bowback Windsor Armchair in Black Crackle Maple by D.R. Dimes
By Richard Dimes Company
Located in Pau, FR
manufactured by the American furniture company D.R. Dimes. Dimes have a long history in crafting museum
Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Windsor Chairs

Materials

Maple

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Museum Quality Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of museum quality furniture on 1stDibs. A piece of museum quality furniture — often made from wood, metal and ceramic — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for an item from our selection of museum quality furniture, we have 176 options in-stock, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a choice in our collection of museum quality furniture — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right object in our assortment of museum quality furniture, those designed in Art Deco, Neoclassical and Arts and Crafts styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one option in this array of museum quality furniture that is appealing in its simplicity, but Gorham Manufacturing Company, Meissen Porcelain and Andrianna Shamaris produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Museum Quality Furniture?

A piece of museum quality furniture can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $5,467, while the lowest priced sells for $200 and the highest can go for as much as $449,781.
Questions About Museum Quality Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The best quality outdoor furniture is really a matter of preference. When searching for the perfect outdoor furniture, it is important to consider both durability and style. For those looking for outdoor furniture that can last a long time, wrought iron or teak is a safe bet. Visit 1stDibs.com to shop a variety of different outdoor furniture styles.
    Casa QuietaFebruary 26, 2021
    Any outdoor furniture must be made of special materials for outside conditions. At Casa Quieta we have the Arena selection that consists of furniture made of polypropylene rope and special fabric for outdoor use.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Whether or not Drexel Heritage furniture is considered quality is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, the company does produce pieces from carefully selected materials. Many made decades ago still remain in good condition today. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Drexel Heritage furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    To shop for high-quality furniture, look for pieces that boast handcrafted frames and feature premium materials, such as solid wood and genuine full-grain leather upholstery. You can find high-quality furniture at brick-and-mortar retailers, auction houses and antique shops, as well as on trusted online platforms. Find a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Yes, Baker furniture is good quality. The heritage brand's chairs, dining tables, desks and other pieces are widely known to collectors and design enthusiasts for their fine craftsmanship and durability. Many online reviewers report owning Baker furniture for decades and needing to do very little to keep it looking like new. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Baker furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, Habersham furniture is good quality. Since the early 1970s, the American company has been known for producing one-of-a-kind handcrafted armoires, chests, seating and dining room tables in antique styles as well as original designs. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    Yes, Ercol furniture is good quality. Online reviewers report that the maker's pieces hold up well to the effects of daily use due to the quality of their materials. Reviews also frequently state that Ercol's finishes resist chipping and scratching. Find a collection of Ercol furniture from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, oak furniture can be of good quality. As a dense, strong hardwood, oak can make for sturdy furniture that is capable of standing the test of time. However, the methods used to craft furniture and the strength of the hardware and adhesives that go into it also impacts the overall quality. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of oak furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    Yes, Uttermost furniture is of good quality. Since 1975, the American furniture maker has built a solid reputation for designing innovative pieces and crafting them out of premium materials using proven techniques. Most Uttermost furniture comes from its company-owned factory located in Rocky Mount, Virginia. Explore a collection of Uttermost furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    To tell if furniture is high quality, first check the joints. High-quality pieces will often feature dovetail or mortise-and-tenon joints that provide more strength than screwed or doweled joints. Next, examine the materials. Solid wood is generally the highest-quality option, but pieces comprised of several layers of plywood may also be capable of standing the test of time. A well-built piece of furniture should feel sturdy and not wobble or creak, and any drawers in the piece should open and close smoothly. Explore a wide range of furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if furniture is good quality, first apply some pressure to it. Well-crafted pieces generally won't wobble, creak or twist. Also, examine the piece from different angles to see if it's level. Materials can also be a good indicator of quality. Finely crafted pieces often feature more expensive materials, such as solid hardwood, real stone, stainless steel, wrought iron and tempered glass. Construction methods can also separate high-quality pieces from other offerings. Dovetail, doweled and mortise-and-tenon joints make for long-lasting, sturdy casegoods. Also, look at what's holding the furniture together. Pieces that feature nails are often better quality than those secured by staples or glue. Explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best quality patio furniture is a matter of choice. Patio furniture is for outdoor use and faces weather conditions. Check for durability, what style will work for you, and make sure it’s comfortable! Visit 1stDibs to find a range of antique, new and vintage patio furniture for your outdoor space.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell quality bedroom furniture, first give it a shake or push. If you notice any wobbling or creaking, the piece may be of inferior quality. Materials like solid hardwood can also help you separate well-made pieces from lower-quality items produced out of engineered wood and particleboard. For dressers, chests of drawers, nightstands and other casegoods, check out the drawers. On high-quality pieces, the drawers should move smoothly. Dovetail and tongue-and-groove drawer joint construction can also indicate quality furnishings. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of bedroom furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024
    Yes, Karges furniture is of good quality, according to many experts. The American furniture maker is well known for producing handcrafted furniture that is both appealing to the eye and able to stand the test of time. Many of its pieces have intricate details produced with chisels, a technique that creates attractive results and requires artisanal expertise. Shop a wide range of Karges furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2024
    Yes, Drexel Furniture is good quality, and owing to the commendable level of craftsmanship that characterizes the company's work, Drexel's furnishings typically retain or increase in value over time. Vintage Drexel dining tables, dressers and other pieces remain highly desirable for enthusiasts of mid-century modern design.

    The North Carolina manufacturer initially became known for pieces inspired by historic European furniture. In the postwar era, Drexel adapted to changing tastes and embraced the clean lines of mid-century modernism with the Declaration collection designed by Stewart MacDougall and Kipp Stewart that featured elegant credenzas and more made in walnut. The Profile and Projection collections of the period, designed with sculptural shapes by John Van Koert, also see demand on today’s secondary market. 

    Find vintage Drexel Furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, Sherrill furniture is generally of good quality. Skilled artisans in North Carolina craft every piece that bears the maker's name using timeless construction techniques to create furniture that's ready to hold up to the effects of daily use. The furniture maker also chooses premium materials like high-density reinforced urethane foam and custom-made fabrics for its furnishings. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Sherrill furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    Yes, Magnussen furniture is good quality. Magnussen Home has a dedication to high-quality craftsmanship that dates back to 1931, when cabinetmaker Ingwer Magnussen established the company in Kitchener, Ontario. Often working with fine materials from upholstery manufacturers in Canada as well as carved wood, it expanded over the decades into a global brand that continues to be family-run. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Magnussen furniture.
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    PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020

    Known in China as huali, rosewood is considered the finest hardwood and is prominently seen in luxury furniture from the Ming and early Qing dynasties. The exotic wood was favored for its durability, rich coloring, and distinctive grain. It is as collectible now as it was then.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Hickory White furniture is good quality furniture. The company is well known for producing custom-designed furniture that features custom finishes and an integration of exotic materials. Every single piece is carefully crafted by artisans in North Carolina, where the earliest iteration of the company took shape in 1881. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Hickory White furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell if wood furniture is good quality, first give it a gentle push. Well-made pieces should remain stable without wobbling or creaking. Next, examine the joints of the furniture. Good-quality furnishings will typically feature screw, doweled, dovetail or mortise-and-tenon joints. Pieces held together by glue are often not as finely crafted. Next, consider the wood itself. Solid wood pieces and those made out of solid wood and then finished with genuine wood veneers tend to be higher quality than pieces constructed out of engineered wood. Explore a wide range of wood furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    The best quality leather furniture is really a matter of preference. Many brands create exceptionally high-quality leather furniture. When you’re shopping for living room furniture, bedroom furniture or other furnishings, you should think about what kinds of sofas, chairs and tables will work for your space and your interior design preferences. Visit 1stDibs today to find the perfect leather furniture for any room.