Skip to main content

Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

to
1,442
8,880
5,680
7,131
5,764
4,448
2,320
2,154
2,154
1,551
1,133
1,126
554
352
317
287
283
251
194
180
165
163
162
149
101
101
99
99
93
79
67
42
38
36
17
17
8
6
5
4
4
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
472
451
136
51
50
Sort By
Exceptional and Rare 18th Century Swedish Rococo Mirror
Located in Allerum, SE
18th century Rococo Swedish gilt-wood mirror with mirror frame and the Northern Star. In It's
Category

18th Century Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Giltwood

A Fine Venetian Rococo Polychrome Open Armchair, 18th Century
Located in Sheffield, MA
A Fine Venetian Rococo Polychrome Open Armchair 18th Century With upholstered back and seat on
Category

18th Century and Earlier Italian Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

18th century carved Italian rococo gilt mirror
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
18th century carved Italian rococo gilt wood mirror, circa 1730. Superb quality rococo period gilt
Category

Mid-18th Century Italian Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Wood, Giltwood

1700s Norwegian Farmer Rococo Style Pine Chair
Located in Skien, NO
-1750s Style: Rococo / Farmer Rococo / Rustic Medium: Nature Pine Wood frame. Textile and Seat are from
Category

Early 18th Century Norwegian Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Textile, Pine

Mid-18th Century Georgian English Rococo Fireplace
Located in London, GB
An important, rare mid-18th century Georgian English Rococo antique fireplace surround in Statuary
Category

Mid-18th Century English Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Marble

Spanish Rococo Carved Giltwood Mirror, Mini Size
Located in Barcelona, ES
Rococo mini sized mirror, giltwood, gold leaf, Spain, 1930s Small scale Rococo style round mirror
Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Gold Leaf

French Rococo Style Bronze Candlestick, circa 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
French Rococo style Bronze Candlestick, circa the 1920s Beautiful and ornate Rococo or Louis XV
Category

1920s French Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Bronze

18th Century, Italian Rococo Carved and Lacquered Wood Bench
Located in IT
18th Century, Italian Rococo Carved and Lacquered Wood Bench This bench was crafted during the
Category

Mid-18th Century Italian Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair of Italian Rococo Style Giltwood Wall Mirrors
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Italian Rococo style giltwood wall mirrors with rectangular plate within a scrolling
Category

19th Century Italian Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Giltwood

10 late 18th Century Rococo chairs made in Stockholm
Located in SE
A set of 10 similar Rococo chairs made in Stockholm, about 1770. The chairs are made in alder
Category

1770s Swedish Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Birch

19th Century Swedish Rococo Style Console Table
Located in Huntington, NY
A provincial Swedish Rococo style console table with single drawer. Brass hardware is period but
Category

Early 19th Century Swedish Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Brass

A Pair of 19th Century Carved Giltwood Rococo Wall Brackets
Located in Reepham, GB
A Pair of 19th Century Carved Giltwood Rococo Wall Brackets. Both are decorated with an asymmetric
Category

19th Century Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Giltwood

19th Century Rococo Style Ladies Desk from Royal Collection
Located in London, GB
19th Century Rococo style ladies' desk inlaid with light wood in the form of flowers and foliage
Category

Late 19th Century Danish Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Antique Brooch Gold with Turquoise stones Rococo Revival
By Hermès, Cartier, Chanel
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
Antique Brooch Turquoise and Gold Rococo revival Brooches were higly fasionable during the 19th
Category

19th Century English Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Gold

Early 20th Century Rococo Giltwood Chandelier
Located in Elkhart, IN
A lovely antique 19th century European gold giltwood 4-arm chandelier with beautifully carved detail. Centered on a baluster-style center column, each scrolled arm was carved acanthu...
Category

Early 20th Century Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Giltwood

19th Century Venetian Rococo Hand-Painted and Giltwood Table
Located in Sofia, BG
A very fine Venetian giltwood cream hand-painted table with rich floral carvings on the top. Lovely piece with original paint, Italy, circa 1880.
Category

Late 19th Century Italian Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Large Italian Rococo Gilt-Metal Lantern
Located in London, GB
A large early 20th Century Italian gilt toleware lantern. Sculptural gilt toleware branches suspending a three light fixture in a mouth blown glass bell jar. Hung with gilt oval cha...
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Rococo Revival Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Metal, Gold Leaf

Impressive Rococo Fireplace Mantel in Statuary Marble
Located in London, GB
A very impressive French Rococo fireplace carved in statuary marble. The panelled frieze and
Category

Mid-19th Century French Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Statuary Marble

18th Century Danish Rococo Period Chest
Located in Charleston, SC
Exceptional 18th century Rococo chest of drawers with beautifully carved serpentine drawers
Category

Mid-18th Century Danish Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

Pair of Italian Rococo Painted Carved Columns
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Italian Rococo style (probably 18th Century) dark green painted columns with swirl design
Category

18th Century Italian Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

18th Century Swedish Painted Rococo Commode
Located in San Angelo, TX
A beautiful late 18th century Swedish commode from the Rococo period with original brass hardware
Category

Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

19th Century Italian Rococo Style Mirror in Giltwood
Located in London, GB
This exceptional antique mirror in the Rococo style is carved from giltwood. The Rococo style was
Category

19th Century Italian Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

18th Century Italian Carved Rococo Gilt Mirror
Located in Round Top, TX
Elegant hand carved masterpiece of a mirror from the 18th century Italy. It’s a great size about a medium chest or powder bathroom. The glass has been changed at a later date. 31” w...
Category

18th Century Italian Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Giltwood

Rococo Style Girondole Mirrors
Located in Stamford, CT
A good pair of gilt Rococo syle girondole mirrors elaborately carved with three candle supports on
Category

19th Century French Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Giltwood

Italian Rococo Gilt Wood Rectangular Carved Wall Mirror
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Gold gilt carved wall mirror from Italy with amazing patina front and back. Charming classic Rococo
Category

Mid-19th Century Italian Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood, Giltwood

Italian Genoese Rococo Carved and Painted Trumeau Mirror
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Genoese Rococo (18th Century) trumeau mirror with an upper section that includes a recessed
Category

18th Century Italian Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

18th Century Swedish Antique Rococo Chair with Original Paint
Located in Boden, SE
18th Century Swedish Rococo chair from Stockholm, Southern Sweden. A fantastic chair with nice
Category

18th Century Swedish Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Pine

19th Century Giltwood Carved Rococo Mirror, Probably Italian
Located in Milford, NH
A fine carved giltwood Rococo mirror with urn crest surrounded by a foliate scroll carved border
Category

19th Century Italian Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Glass, Giltwood

Stunning Antique Pewter Rococo Candlestick floor lamp Italy
Located in Den Haag, NL
Stunning Antique Solid Pewter Baroque Style Candlestick Floor Lamp will add symmetry, added light, and Old World styling to any room! Professionally electrified, fitted with two soc...
Category

Late 19th Century Italian Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Pewter

Card Table in the Rococo Taste
By Charles A. Baudoine
Located in New York, NY
RECORDED: cf. Anna Tobin D’Ambrosio, ed., Masterpieces of American Furniture from the Munson
Category

Mid-19th Century North American Rococo Revival Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood, Rosewood

Danish Rococo Chest of Drawers, Copenhagen, 1760
By Mathias Ortmann
Located in Copenhagen, K
Northern European Baroque and Rococo furniture. Ortmann's name became immortalized for posterity and has
Category

Mid-18th Century Danish Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Marble

Italian Rococo Style Table, Desk With Faux-Marble Top, 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
apron adorned with Rococo and pierced motifs all around, cabriole legs raised on adorable scroll feet
Category

19th Century Italian Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Rococo Oil Painting Signed Bruno Blatter Around 1890
Located in Berlin, DE
Rococo oil painting signed Bruno Blätter around 1890 Oil on canvas painting. Rococo scene. Three
Category

1890s German Rococo Revival Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Canvas, Wood

18th Century Italian Rococo Painted Canape au Chasse
Located in Atlanta, GA
Chinoiserie painted triple back canape in hues of red, gold, and turquoise with removable upholstered seat and back panels, 18th century, Italy.
Category

18th Century Italian Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

18th Century French Rococo Painting Circle of François Boucher
By François Boucher
Located in Vero Beach, FL
18th century French Rococo Painting Circle of François Boucher This idyllic pastoral oil painting
Category

18th Century French Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Canvas

An Italian Giltwood Rococo Mirror, Late 18th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
An Italian Giltwood Rococo Mirror, Late 18th Century Description: The central rectangular plate in
Category

Late 18th Century Italian Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Giltwood

18th century, Italian Rococo Lacquered and Giltwood Armchairs
Located in IT
modern furniture.
Category

Mid-18th Century Italian Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

19th Century Rococo Top Cabinet Walnut Root, Germany
Located in Berlin, DE
19th century Rococo top cabinet walnut root, Germany Walnut root veneer on solid wood. Top
Category

19th Century German Rococo Revival Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Antique Rococo Painted Wall Mirror H140cm c1900s
Located in High Peak, GB
K0373 Very attractive turn of the century painted overmantel mirror, having original bevelled edge glass with some imperfections in moulded and beaded frame with ribbon crest, flanke...
Category

Early 20th Century French Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Birch

Pair of Swedish Rococo Style 1890s Painted Wood Armchairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Swedish Rococo style painted wood armchairs from the late 19th century, with carved
Category

Late 19th Century Swedish Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

A Curvaceous Danish Rococo Style Carved Walnut Open Armchair
Located in San Francisco, CA
A curvaceous Danish rococo style carved walnut open armchair; the framed cartouche-shaped back
Category

19th Century Danish Rococo Revival Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Rococo Hand Carved wood Gilt Mirror
Located in Southall, GB
Original Gilt Rococo period. The frame is hand-carved wood with the flowing, asymmetrical curves
Category

19th Century English Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Italian Rococo Style Gilt Carved Dressing Table / Vanity Mirror
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Rococo-style (19th Century) carved giltwood dressing table / vanity mirror with a carved
Category

19th Century Italian Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Copper

18th century Rococo Tall Case Musical Clock
Located in Allerum, SE
Exceptional and unusually large 18th century Rococo tall case musical clock with 15 bells and
Category

18th Century Danish Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Brass

A Very Large French Rococo Oval Gilt Wall Mirror
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Very Large French Rococo Oval Gilt Wall Mirror The Mirror has an exquisite gilt Frame in the
Category

19th Century Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Giltwood

Pair of Large Italian Rococo Giltwood Mirrors (Girandoles)
Located in Kittery Point, ME
Pair of Roman Rococo Giltwood Mirrors (Girandoles), each shaped plate within a cartouche-shaped
Category

Mid-18th Century Italian Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Giltwood

Early 20th C. Rococo Gilt Lantern With Acanthus Leaf Details
Located in Locust Valley, NY
This elegant early 20th-century lantern is designed in the Louis XV style, showcasing the graceful curves and ornate detailing characteristic of the period. The gilt metal frame is r...
Category

Early 20th Century Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Metal

Antique French Gilt Bronze Rococo Clock - Fully Restored
By Samuel Marti
Located in Belper, Derbyshire
A beautiful clock of ornate Rococo design, the case finely cast with scrolling acanthus and
Category

19th Century French Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Set of Ten Swedish Rococo Chairs from Lindome, Circa 1760
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rococo furniture with strong decorative presence and historical integrity. 21"W × 19"D × 39.25"H Seat
Category

18th Century Swedish Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Danish 18th Century Gilded Freemason Guild Rococo Mirror
Located in Copenhagen, K
Fantastic Rococo Ealdorman mirror, with incredible gilded carvings of carpenters tools. Made for or
Category

Late 18th Century Danish Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

19th Century Venetian Rococo Style Painted Cheval Mirror
Located in Chicago, IL
This is an ornamental hand-painted cheval mirror done in the Rococo style. Over time, the original
Category

19th Century Italian Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair of Rococo Style Triangular Carved Walnut Tables
Located in Buffalo, NY
Wonderful matched pair of triangular carved walnut Rococo Revival occasional tables, Italian or
Category

1920s Italian Rococo Revival Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Antique Rococo Gray Painted Side Table, Italy circa 1890
Located in Round Top, TX
This rococo pine table has dramatic cabriolet legs and heavily carved flourishes that embellish the
Category

Late 19th Century Italian Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Pine, Paint

French Rococo Style Fire Screen, circa 1900
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A good quality late 19th century French ormolu Rococo style fire screen, having scrolling foliate
Category

Late 19th Century French Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Ormolu

Large Rococo Style Porcelain Chandelier by Meissen
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in London, GB
Large Rococo style porcelain chandelier by Meissen German, late 19th Century Height 118cm
Category

Late 19th Century German Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

French Rococo Revival Silver / Mirrored Centerpiece Plateau
Located in Tarry Town, NY
19th century French Rococo Revival silver plate oval shape footed centerpiece plateau. The plateau
Category

Mid-19th Century French Rococo Revival Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Silver Plate

18th Century, Pair of Italian Rococò Carved Giltwood Benches
Located in IT
18th Century, pair of Italian Rococo carved giltwood benches. This elegant pair of two-seater
Category

Mid-18th Century Italian Rococo Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture

Materials

Giltwood

  • 1
  • ...
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of rococo antique furniture rococo antique furniture on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and ceramic, every piece of rococo antique furniture rococo antique furniture was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect item from our selection of rococo antique furniture rococo antique furniture — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A choice in our collection of rococo antique furniture rococo antique furniture, designed in the Rococo, Louis XV or Baroque style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made object in our assortment of rococo antique furniture rococo antique furniture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Meissen Porcelain, Interi and Johann Joachim Kändler are consistently popular.

How Much is a Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture?

Prices for a piece of rococo antique furniture rococo antique furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1 and can go as high as $475,000, while the average can fetch as much as $4,220.
Questions About Rococo Antique Furniture Rococo Antique Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    Rococo style furniture is characterized by the flowing lines, gilded detailing and unparalleled femininity of the Rococo movement that originated in France during the 1730s. This movement is synonymous with King Louis XV’s reign, which explains its opulence and level of detail. However, unlike Baroque style furniture, which lasted throughout the whole 18th century, Rococo had a lightness and whimsy to it.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, 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, 2024
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    A piece of furniture is considered an antique if it is at least 100 years old.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    Many 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, 2021
    Antique 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, 2024
    Whether 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, 2024
    To 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, 2021
    There 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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell who made your antique furniture, seek out a maker's marking. Locations of these marks vary, but they are generally in an inconspicuous location. For example, a dresser may have the mark inside a drawer or on the back, while a hallmark on a table is often on a leg or under the tabletop. Once you locate a mark, you can use trusted online resources to identify the maker and learn more about them. If you can't find a marking on your piece, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you with the identification process. Explore a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell antique furniture from reproduction, first check for a maker's mark. By researching the maker associated with the marking using trusted online resources, you can determine when they were active. If the company was in business 100 years ago or more, your piece may be an antique, but if the company's history began more recently, your piece is likely a reproduction. If you can't locate a marking, study the details of the furniture up close. Genuine antiques will often show tool marks and slight variations in carved details because they were typically handcrafted. Most contemporary furniture is machine-made, so you won't usually see these types of characteristics. When in doubt, have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your furniture. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify antique Chinese furniture, look carefully at its details. Chinese craftsmen often built furniture using mortise and tenon joinery, eliminating the need for nails and screws. If you see this type of hardware, your piece is likely not at least 100 years old, especially if the hardware still looks new and shiny. Since antique furniture was handmade, you will normally see slight imperfections, such as tool marks or slight variations in carvings. Pieces that appear completely uniform and pristine are less often genuine antiques.

    When present, maker's marks can also be helpful. Research the marks to learn more about when the maker was active and producing pieces like yours. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your furniture for you.

    Shop an assortment of antique Chinese furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    How 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, 2021
    The 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 RED
    PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020

    To 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, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    To 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 ExpertMay 14, 2024
    To 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 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.