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Rare Antique Serapi Heriz Rug
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This classic Serapi Heriz rug (West Persia, c. 1880) exemplifies the noble geometry and restrained elegance that define the finest pieces from the Heriz-Serapi tradition. Hand-knotte...
Category
Late 18th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
Ruhlmann Rare
Hydravion
or
M. Berger
Armchair
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare ‘Hydravion’ or ‘M. Berger’ Armchair reupholstered in red velvet, with deep seating and a
Category
1920s French Art Deco Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Rare Geschützt Vienna Bronze, Bulldog
By Geschutzt
Located in Beaune, FR
Bulldog, Gechützt Vienna bronze, white in color with a brown collar and red eyes. It is in good condition.
Dimensions
Height 8cm
Lenght 12cm
Depth 4.5cm
Category
19th Century Austrian Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Ruhlmann Rare Two-Tier Macassar Ebony Console
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare two-tier console in Macassar ebony, a variation of the console originally created by Ruhlmann
Category
1920s French Art Deco Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Ebony, Macassar
Rare 18th Century Scottish Orkney Vernacular Chair
Located in London, GB
A rare, late 18th century Orkney chair constructed from beautifully patinated pine timber, with an
Category
18th Century Scottish Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Pine
Rare Hongmu comb-back Chinese Armchairs
Located in Miami, FL
Very elegant pair of late hongmu comb-back armchairs,
Late Qing Dynasty
Each chair of elegant form with arched humpback top -rail supported on round posts extending to the back legs...
Category
1910s Asian Chinese Export Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
$4,500 / set
Rare Set of 4 Stools, circa 1890
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare Set of 4 Stools, circa 1890
Additional Information:
Style: Scandinavian
Produced in Sweden
Category
19th Century Swedish Brutalist Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
$12,506 / set
A rare Elkington shield
By Elkington
Co.
Located in London, GB
Likely depicting Hercules on a four horse drawn chariot. The boarder embellished with further classical scenes of horses and classical figures. In a wooden frame. Very good condition...
Category
Late 19th Century British Neoclassical Revival Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Bronze
$7,604
Rare Antique Peking Carpet
Located in Beirut, LB
After being influenced by the nomadic tribes of East Turkestan (Western China), rug weaving developed a rich industry commercially in China from as early as the 16th century. Chinese...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool, Cotton
$22,000
A rare decorative scoreboard
Located in Eindhoven, NL
A rare decorative scoreboard from around 1890 with a beautiful carved frame. Completely original
Category
1890s British Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak
Rare Pair Staffordshire Pottery Hunting Dogs
By Staffordshire
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
bird in it's mouth. They are stood on a shaped base with a tree in the background. This rare
Category
Mid-19th Century Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Earthenware
$1,790 / set
Rare Viennese enamel mounted sofa, 19th century
Located in Brighton, Sussex
rare piece serves not only as a functional seating arrangement but also as a stunning work of art
Category
Late 19th Century Austrian Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Enamel
Rare 18th Century Painted Shrine
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
This magnificent 18th-century Brazilian shrine, originating from Minas Gerais, is a stunning example of Colonial baroque religious craftsmanship. Crafted from wood and adorned with h...
Category
Late 18th Century Brazilian Baroque Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
Rare Cawston 1836 William IV Rare Wood Gentleman Military Campaign Vanity Box
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely and very rare James Cawston dressing case make
Category
1830s English Victorian Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Unique Antique Swedish Rare Baroque Table
Located in Kramfors, SE
Unique Swedish Baroque table made by hand during the mid 1700s. The table is a very rare example of
Category
Mid-18th Century Swedish Baroque Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Pine
Ancient Rare Italian Cartagloria
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
O/6813 - This is an authentic antique "cartagloria", always sought after by collectors, here with a small mirror , probably placed some years ago in place of prayers.
It's very beaut...
Category
Mid-18th Century Italian Louis XVI Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
$1,531 Sale Price
20% Off
Rare Pair of French Louis XVI Mirrors
Located in Dallas, TX
Rare pair of 19th century French Louis XVI giltwood narrow mirrors. These are prized for their
Category
19th Century Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Giltwood
$7,800 / set
Rare Brass Maritime Signal Horn
Located in Norwell, MA
Signal Horn From Stone Bridge Connecting Tiverton and Portsmouth Rhode Island. Rare signal horn of
Category
1910s North American Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
Rare Anglo-Indian Chair 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Rare chair
Anglo-Indian, 19th century.
In teak wood with Ivo... inlays, decorated with plant
Category
19th Century English Anglo-Indian Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
Edgar Brandt Rare Art Deco Lantern
By Edgar Brandt
Located in NANTES, FR
Edgar Brandt rare Art Deco Lantern
Wrought iron Art Deco lantern, original cathedral glass
Category
1920s French Art Deco Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Rare Antique Print of Young Napoleon
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Antique large print of young NAPOLEON, very rare..
with a little painting error: Buonararte instead
Category
Early 19th Century French Other Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper
$1,148 Sale Price
20% Off
Extremely Rare Model 238 Gustav Stickley Table - W7996
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
Extremely Rare Gustav Stickley Table Model # 238-
This is a RARE antique Gustav Stickley table
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak
$3,920 Sale Price
20% Off
Rare Baby Grand Phonograph
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is an original Fern-O-Grand Co. Baby Grand Piano Phonograph. Mahogany baby grand piano style case stands on cabriole legs with Queen Anne style feet; the keyboard section opens ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Queen Anne Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Museum Quality Rare Antique Day Bed
Located in New York, NY
Rare antique teak day bed from the island of Madura. The patina on the wood is stunning. Circa 1900
Category
Early 1900s Organic Modern Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Rare Solid Walnut Chest with Riser
Located in Cesena, FC
Rare solid walnut chest with riser
Rare chest with riser.
The ashlars and lozenges are carved in
Category
Early 18th Century Italian Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Magnificent Rare Early 18th Century Spanish Colonial Table
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
A extremely rare early 18th-century Spanish Colonial table, a remarkable piece showcasing the
Category
Early 18th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
Rare Viennese Rug Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Rare Viennese Rug Doris Leslie Blau
Size: 12'8" × 15'10" (386 × 482 cm)
Circa: 1900
Age: Vintage
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
Console Tables Pedestal Style Rare Flip Top
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Very Rare set of Console Tables Pedestal Style Flip Top. They have been restored and
Category
1890s Swedish Country Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Pine
$2,495 / set
Rare Pair of Georgian Dresser Stools
Located in Greenwich, CT
Very fine and rare pair of George II period mahogany dresser stools, the single board tops of dense
Category
1750s Great Britain (UK) George II Rare Antique Furniture
$2,650 / set
Thonet, rare pair of chairs, early 1900s
By Thonet
Located in Uppsala, SE
Rare pair of bentwood chairs manufactured by Thonet in the early 20th century. Both chairs have a
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Bentwood
Antique Rare Bamboo Two-Tiered Tray Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rare antique two-tiered bamboo tray table. Both trays are removeable. The trays are both finished
Category
19th Century English Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Bamboo
Very rare secession seating group
By Otto Wagner
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Very rare secession seating group used in Otto Wagners Vila in Wien. Original vintage condition
Category
Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
$71,810 / set
Rare Empire-style half-door cabinet
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
craftsmanship and elegant design that prevailed in French furniture production during this era. The Cabinet is
Category
Early 1800s Empire Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Cherry
Rare Antique Caucasian Seichur Rug with Dark Yellow Ground
Rare Triple Border
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Antique Caucasian Seichur rug with dark yellow ground and rare triple border.
Finely hand-knotted
Category
Early 1900s Caucasian Tribal Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
$2,130 Sale Price
40% Off
Rare 20th Century Sofa Table by Uno Åhrén
Located in Allerum, SE
Rare 20th century hexagonal sofa table in black lacquered pine with an pewter top. Designed by Uno
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Pewter
Rare C19th Pottery Nodding Figure
Located in Shipston-On-Stour, GB
A rare C19th English pottery figure of a seated Japanese gentleman in traditional robes, with a
Category
1850s English Chinoiserie Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Pottery, Paint
Large Rare English Chippendale Gilt Oval Mirror
Located in Swadlincote, GB
quality antique furniture and accessories of all types.
Category
Early 19th Century English Chippendale Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Gold Leaf
Rare 16th Century Spanish Vargueño
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
16th Century Spanish Bargueño, Polychromed Wood
A rare and evocative Spanish bargueño dating to
Category
16th Century Spanish Renaissance Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
Rare Pair of Georgian Mahogany Dumbwaiters
Located in Richmond, VA
Rare pair of Georgian mahogany dumbwaiters on turned bases, reeded legs and original castors with
Category
Early 19th Century English Georgian Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Rare pair of Art deco floor lamps
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Beautiful and rare pair of Art Deco floor lamp, the patina is so much nicer in person, what make
Category
1920s American Art Deco Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Metal
$4,500 / set
Rare 18th Century Mahogany Chess
Backgammon Games Table
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
An Extremely Rare 18th Century, George II Period, Mahogany Games Table Having Well Figured
Category
Early 18th Century English George II Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Rare Blac Secession Thonet Chair
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Very rare blac secession Thonet chair.
Category
1910s Vienna Secession Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Rare Connecticut Queen Anne Painted Cradle
Located in Branford, CT
Rare paint-Decorated Queen Anne painted-decorated baby cradle. American, circa 1760. Original 18th
Category
1760s American Folk Art Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
Rare 18th Century Harewood Dressing Table Mirror
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Stunning Quality And Extremely Rare Late 18th Century Harewood Dressing Table Mirror, Having
Category
Late 18th Century English Sheraton Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Sycamore, Harewood
Rare Art Deco Rosebush Wall Mirror, 1920
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
rare.
Dimensions:
Width: 95 cm
Height: 49 cm
Depth: 4.5 cm
The total height, including the adjustable
Category
1920s French Art Deco Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Rare Fine 18th Century China Trade Carved Padouk Tripod
Located in Lymington, GB
A very rare and finely-carved China trade padouk tripod table. Canton, circa 1750-1760.
Wonderful
Category
18th Century Chinese Chippendale Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Padouk
Rare Pale Pink Dutch Country Cabinet
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
bottom section has two long and one two part cabinets. This piece has been dry scraped to a superb rare
Category
19th Century Dutch Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
Rare 19th Century Tavern, or Clerks, Chair
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
An extremely rare mid-19th century English country
Tavern chair, or high clerks chair, having
Category
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Ash, Elm
Rare Brazilian Colonial 18th Century Shrine
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
18th-Century Brazilian Devotional Shrine from Minas Gerais
A rare and historically significant 18th
Category
Mid-18th Century Brazilian Other Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
Rare Natural Amethyst Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Natural amethyst sculpture with stand.
Measures: 10.5”/L x 8.5”/D x 4”/H without stand.
Category
15th Century and Earlier Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Rock Crystal
Rare Turkoman Old Rug
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Special raw wool embroidery on a wool base as the first ones dated from the 5th century B.C., found under ground in the frozen "kurgan" in Siberia and now in the Hermitage Museum i...
Category
Early 20th Century Turkmen Other Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Felt
$4,667
Rare Antique Persian Bidjar Mat
Located in New York, NY
A rare Kurdistan Bidjar mat that is a full composition rather than a design sampler (wagireh). The
Category
1920s Persian Tribal Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
A Very Rare Glass Teapot
Located in Steyning, West sussex
A very rare diamond cut, glass teapot on pedestal foot.
Category
19th Century English Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Glass
$1,728
Rare Hans Bergström Mirror – Ystad Metall, 1932
By Hans Bergström
Located in Staffanstorp, SE
This stunning and rare mirror, designed by Hans Bergström for Ystad Metall in 1932, is a true
Category
Early 19th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Pewter
SUPERB Gustav Stickley Early Chalet Magazine Stand "THE NEW FURNITURE" C. 1900
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
"THE NEW FURNITURE." These pieces of furniture are very rare.
STURDY AND STRONG, this stand is ready
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak
Set of 8 Rare Wojciechów Thonet Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 8 Wojciechów Thonet chairs. Original tags. Rare as a set of 8.
Nice set of pre-war bentwood
Category
Early 1900s Polish Art Nouveau Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Bentwood
$4,000 / set
Rare 18th C. Newport Map
Located in Sandwich, MA
Rare 18th C, Map titled "A plan of the town of Newport in the province of Rhode Island". Earliest
Category
1770s American Rare Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper
$19,500 / item
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Rare Antique Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of rare antique furniture you’re looking for. An item from our selection of rare antique furniture — often made from wood, metal and ceramic — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a choice in our collection of rare antique furniture — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right object in our assortment of rare antique furniture, those designed in Victorian, Art Nouveau and Georgian styles are of considerable interest. A well-made option in this array of rare antique furniture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Mason's Ironstone, Emile Puiforcat and Loetz Glass are consistently popular.
How Much is a Rare Antique Furniture?
The average selling price for a piece of rare antique furniture at 1stDibs is $3,993, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $9,000,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Rare 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 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.
- 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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