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FINE VERY COLLECTABLE ANTIQUE HAND CARVED FLORAL PRINTiNG BLOCK FOR WALLPAPER
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
sycamore wood printing block with flowers wines This piece is part of a suite, I have included a picture
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19th Century European Arts and Crafts Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Sycamore

French inlaid Kidney-shape Bureau-Plat/Library-Table/Desk
Located in Folkestone, GB
Superb early 19th century French Bureau Plat or Library table veneered in Sycamore inlaid with
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Early 19th Century French Charles X Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Kingwood, Sycamore

Regency Penwork Decorated Box, C1810
Located in valatie, NY
Regency Penwork Decorated Box c1810. "A sycamore veneered box decorated in penwork. The sides of
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Early 19th Century English Regency Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Brass

VERY COLLECTABLE ANTIQUE HAND CARVED SWiRLY BOARDER PRINTING BLOCK FOR WALLPAPER
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
sycamore wood printing block which is long for floral borders This piece is part of a suite, I have
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19th Century European Arts and Crafts Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Sycamore

John Bennett Georgian Barometer
By John Bennett
Located in New Orleans, LA
reflects the prevalent furniture style and architectural elements of the time in its classical simplicity
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18th Century English Georgian Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique Continental Novelty Pear Fruit Tea Caddy
Located in Northampton, GB
Novelty Pear Fruit Tea Caddy. The Tea Caddy turned in Sycamore shaped as a natural Pear fruit with
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Early 1800s European George III Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Cut Steel

Antique Continental Novelty Pear Fruit Tea Caddy
Located in Northampton, GB
Fruit Tea Caddy. The Tea Caddy turned in Sycamore shaped as a Pear fruit with globular body and tapered
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Early 1800s European George III Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Cut Steel

French 19th Century Green Satinwood Marquetry Table with Leather Top
Located in London, GB
Constructed in satinwood, with extensive usage of green stained sycamore, harewood, bois Violette
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19th Century French Louis XVI Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Leather, Satinwood, Sycamore

Neoclassical Inlaid Corner Cabinet of the Neo-Classical Revival Period
By Maple Co.
Located in London, GB
specimen woods including sycamore and harewood; rising from turned and knopped legs, the single lockable
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Late 19th Century English Neoclassical Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Satinwood, Sycamore, Harewood

19th Century English Bread Board
Located in High Point, NC
19th century sycamore bread board from England with hand carved wheat decoration around the edges
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19th Century English Victorian Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Sycamore

Regency English Penwork Cabinet
Located in Northampton, GB
Penwork Cabinet decorated with numerous scenes of exquisite detail. This unique piece of furniture
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Late 18th Century British George III Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Sycamore

19th Century Hand-Carved Bread Knife
Located in High Point, NC
19th century bread knife from England. The handle is made from sycamore and is hand-carved with a
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19th Century English Victorian Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Sycamore

19th Century Dutch Raised Cabinet in the Chinoiserie Style
Located in Dallas, TX
. This example was cleverly constructed from an abundant hardwood, sycamore, yet stained and finished to
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Late 19th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Brass

Scottish Original Painted Dresser Base
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Good Scottish original painted dairy dresser base with a scrubbed sycamore top. 1860. Height to
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19th Century Scottish Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Sycamore, Pine

French Three-Door Wooden Enfilade with Doric Pilaster Motifs, circa 1880
Located in Atlanta, GA
be sycamore) and clean lines, this French enfilade, circa 1880 will bring a distinguished presence in
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Late 19th Century French Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Sycamore

Art Deco Stingray Leather Cassette or Jewelry box, French 1920
Located in Vienna, AT
. The interior is made out of sycamore wood. On the top of the box, the Stingray shows white pearls in
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1920s French Art Deco Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood, Sycamore, Shagreen Stingray

Rene Prou Secretary
By René Prou
Located in Pompano Beach, FL
A Rene Prou palissander and sycamore secretary.
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Early 20th Century French Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Sycamore, Shagreen, Rosewood

Rene Prou Secretary
Rene Prou Secretary
$32,536 Sale Price
40% Off
Welsh Vernacular Child s Windsor Chair
Located in Greenwich, CT
Wonderful early 19th Century primative Welsh child's Windsor chair having bentwood back supported by spokeshaved spindles over "D" shaped seat supported by splayed hewn legs, possess...
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Early 19th Century Welsh Rustic Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Ash, Sycamore

Pair Antique French Louis XIV Hand-Carved Armchairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair antique French Louis XIV hand-carved armchairs recall the glory years of the Sun King, and feature timeless styling inspired by classicism with Baroque flair. Each chair has bee...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Sycamore

Queen Anne Period Floor-Standing Mortar
Located in Harrodsburg, KY
A marble mortar resting in the original stand turned from a single piece of sycamore which is bound
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Early 18th Century English Queen Anne Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Marble, Iron

Italian Carved Coffer
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Very good 18th century Italian carved pine coffer with good colour. 1760. Code: 9142 Dimensions: W: 67.5" (171.5 cm) H: 22" (55.9 cm) D: 22" (55.9 cm)
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18th Century Italian Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak, Sycamore

2 Fine French Art Deco Chairs by R. Damon Bertaux
By Damon Bertaux
Located in Long Island City, NY
In sycamore with floral stencil, refine turned spindles and carved details. Signed R. Damon
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1920s French Art Deco Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Sycamore

Regency Chinoiserie Penwork Tea Chest
Located in Northampton, GB
to either side. Crafted from Sycamore the Tea chest is of slight sarcophagus shape with a tapered
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Early 19th Century English Regency Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Sycamore

Antique Belgian Spa Tea Caddy
Located in Northampton, GB
superb Belgian Spa Tea Caddy. The Tea Caddy of square form made from Sycamore is beautifully decorated
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Late 18th Century Belgian George III Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Sycamore

Late Victorian to Edwardian English Handled Circular Gallery Tray
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
& sycamore inlaid flaming urn. Marked EAS, Maker. Heavy single board base with bentwood gallery & silver
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Silver Plate

Collection of Treen Kitchenalia, Butter Marker This is a great little Collectio
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Kitchenalia, a Butter Marker, this has a naive cow carving, a lemon squeezer and a turned sycamore egg cup A
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19th Century Folk Art Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Sycamore

Antique Painted Pine Dresser, Lancashire, Early 19Th Century
Located in Bristol, GB
from pine with a thick gauge two-plank counter top which is possibly elm or sycamore. It is raised on
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Early 19th Century English Rustic Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Elm, Sycamore, Pine, Paint

William Mary Marquetry Mirror
Located in New Orleans, LA
fruitwood and sycamore, but also by the fact that it is signed by its maker. An exquisite example of 17th
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17th Century English William and Mary Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Fruitwood, Sycamore

Pair of Continental Ebonized and Inlaid Pier Cabinets
Located in Altrincham, GB
Pair of Continental Ebonised and Profusely Inlaid Pier Cabinets - Flanked by Cornthian Pillars and Finished in Birds Eye Maple - Late 19thC - 36"w x 17"d x 42"h each
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1870s French Napoleon III Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Birdseye Maple, Boxwood, Ebony, Sycamore

Georgian Ribbed Bucket Tea Caddy
Located in Northampton, GB
beautiful shape with a ribbed exterior carved from alternating panels of plain Sycamore and Ebonised
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Late 18th Century British George III Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Cut Steel

19th Century English Dairy Bowl
Located in High Point, NC
19th century sycamore dairy bowl from England. The outside rim is decorated with routing for added
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19th Century English Victorian Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Sycamore

Scottish Mauchline Ware Tea Caddy attributed to Smiths
Located in Northampton, GB
pattern throughout the entire exterior of the Tea Caddy upon a Sycamore carcass. The decoration features a
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Early 19th Century Scottish William IV Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Sycamore

Court Cupboard Dated 1731 Initialled RR KL Inlaid Oak Fruitwood Masks
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
A rare, inlaid Court cupboard bearing the initials RR & KL and the date 1731 suggesting this is a commemorative piece celebrating marriage or the birth of a child just purchased mor...
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18th Century English Baroque Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Fruitwood, Oak, Sycamore, Walnut

19th Century French Louis Philippe Painted China Buffet
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Louis Philippe Painted China Buffet represents the epitome of form melded with functionality! The tailored architecture is enhanced by bold molding on the crown ...
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1850s French Louis Philippe Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Glass, Sycamore, Pine

French Art Déco Secretaire Black High Gloss Lacquer Nickel Plated Fittings 1925
By René Prou
Located in Salzburg, AT
secretaire made of solid sycamore wood with a high-quality finish. The secretaire stands on sabre legs with a
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1920s Italian Art Deco Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Metal

Set of Four 19th Century Bread Knives
Located in High Point, NC
Set of four 19th century bread knives from England. They have hand carved handles and are lovely. The blades are steel. Three of the knives have wooden handles and the fourth one ...
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19th Century British Victorian Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Metal

Bleached Swedish Lapland Ale Bowl with Handle
Located in Houston, TX
Bleached Swedish Lapland ale bowl with handle. Hand-carved sycamore with scrubbed surface. Note
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Early 19th Century Swedish Primitive Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Sycamore

Pair of 19th Century French Floral Marquetry Cabinets with Carrara Marble Tops
Located in London, GB
walnut, with marquetry inlays of various specimen woods including harewood, boxwood and sycamore, with
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19th Century French Louis XVI Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Carrara Marble, Ormolu

Mauchline Wooden Postal Ruler and Paper Folder with Beach Cliffs, Cromer
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very rare Scottish Mauchline wooden postal ruler and paper folder decorated with a scene of the beach & cliffs in cromer, norfolk and probably dating from the mid 19th century. Whi...
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Mid-19th Century Scottish Victorian Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Sycamore

Primitive Swedish Lapland Bowl with Handles.
Located in Houston, TX
Primitive Swedish Lapland bowl with handles. Dry-rubbed mid-brown finish. Hand-carved in sycamore
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Late 18th Century Swedish Primitive Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Sycamore

Georgian Sheraton Period Tea Caddy finely Inlaid, English circa 1780
By Thomas Sheraton
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
A very beautiful, fine quality, inlaid Tea Caddy from the English Georgian, Sheraton Period, Circa 1780. The Tea Caddy is all handmade with very fine quality features; * Beautifully...
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Late 18th Century English George III Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Boxwood, Satinwood, Sycamore, Walnut, Hardwood

Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze Mounted Tulipwood and Kingwood Marble Topped Comm
Located in Benington, Herts
An outstanding gilt bronze-mounted tulipwood, kingwood and sycamore parquetry breakfronted breche
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Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Marble

18th Century George II Miniature Campaign Bureau Chest on Later Chest Stand
Located in Dallas, TX
. We believe that the primary wood in this piece is either Elm or Sycamore with mahogany elements
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18th Century English George II Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Brass

Josef Maria Olbrich Music Room Settee Cabinet Darmstadt Germany made c.1900
By Joseph Maria Olbrich
Located in Vienna, AT
: Sycamore veneer wood or perla Horn and plane tree and black stained pearwood or additionally, several inlay
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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Other

Large Bleached Swedish Lapland Ale Bowl with Handle
Located in Houston, TX
Large Bleached Swedish Lapland ale bowl with handle. Hand-carved from sycamore. Old steel plug
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Late 18th Century Swedish Primitive Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Steel

19th Century English Open Library Caddy, Bookshelf
Located in Dallas, TX
discretion. handcrafted from solid sycamore, it features finely turned column supports that are accented with
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1890s English British Colonial Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Sycamore

Baroque Revival Style Commode with Inlay, ca. 1900
Located in Budapest, Budapest
piece of a carpentry master. The main body is pine with walnut, cherry and sycamore details.  
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Early 1900s Hungarian Baroque Revival Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Cherry, Sycamore, Walnut, Pine

19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcase ~ Display Armoire
Located in Dallas, TX
. Sycamore hardwood was used which has been stained and finished to reveal interesting naturalistic grain
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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Louis Philippe Style Open Bookcase
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Louis Philippe Style Open Bookcase is the perfect answer for the efficient floor plan! Sporting three adjustable shelves and a sturdy floor to make four surfaces...
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Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Sycamore, Pine

Pair of George III Marquetry Inlaid Card Tables
By John Cobb
Located in Shipston-On-Stour, GB
that of Thomas Chippendale but he is now regarded as being among England’s greatest furniture makers
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1780s English George III Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood, Sycamore, Tulipwood

19th Century French Transition Chinoiserie Chest of Drawers
Located in Forney, TX
string banding, center drawer inlaid with precious woods sycamore ground scroll motif reserve, flanked by
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19th Century French Chinoiserie Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Ormolu-Mounted Grandfather - Tall Case Clock
By Kahn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Very Fine French 19th Century Louis XVI style ormolu-mounted amaranth, tulipwood, sycamore and
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Early 1900s French Louis XVI Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Antique Louis XV Ormolu Marquetry Bonheur Du Jour Desk Roger Vandercruse 1780
By Roger Vandercruse dit Lacroix
Located in Portland, OR
Antique French Louis XV transitional ormolu-mounted tulipwood & marquetry Bonheur Du Jour, Roger Vandercruse (dit Lacroix) , circa 1770. The desk is finely inlaid on all sides, ther...
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1770s French Louis XVI Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Ormolu

George III Inlaid and Satinwood Pembroke Table
Located in Kittery Point, ME
Crossbanded throughout with rosewood‚ with a central sycamore patera to the top and drops of
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Late 18th Century English George III Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Satinwood, Rosewood, Sycamore

French 19th C. Louis XVI Style Cherub Tall-Case Clock After Jean-Henri Riesener
By Alfred Emmanuel Louis Beurdeley
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine French 19th Century Louis XVI style ormolu-mounted amaranth, tulipwood, sycamore and
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19th Century French Louis XVI Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Bronze

French Art Deco Dry Bar Cabinet, Attributed to Jules Leleu, 1920s
By Jules Leleu
Located in Miami, FL
era's elegance and functionality. Crafted from luxurious mahogany and sycamore woods with a rich
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Brass

17th Century Charles II Month Going Marquetry Longcase Clock by John Wise
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A superb Charles II month duration floral marquetry longcase clock by the well-known maker John Wise, c. 1680-85. Measure: 10". The case is of the highest quality and decorated thro...
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17th Century British Charles II Sycamore Antique Furniture

Materials

Brass, Steel

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Sycamore Antique Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of sycamore antique furniture on 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and sycamore. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right piece of sycamore antique furniture, those designed in Georgian, Victorian and Louis XVI styles are of considerable interest. Henry Dasson, A. Leclaire and André Groult each produced at least one beautiful item from our selection of sycamore antique furniture that is worth considering.

How Much is a Sycamore Antique Furniture?

Prices for a piece of sycamore antique furniture start at $87 and top out at $385,753 with the average selling for $3,727.
Questions About Sycamore 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 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 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
    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 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 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
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    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 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 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 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 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 ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    To 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.