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ANTiQUE FRENCH CIRCA 1880 ORIGINAL EMBROIDERED UPHOLSTERY FLORAL LINEN TRUNK
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super unique, original French circa 1880 fully embroidered linen trunk or chest
Please note the delive...
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1880s French High Victorian Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
French Turn of the Century Ottoman with Giltwood Rosettes and Upholstery, 1900s
Located in Atlanta, GA
double welt upholstery, is a testament to the understated luxury and timeless appeal of French furniture
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Early 20th Century French Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Muslin, Upholstery, Wood, Giltwood
Art Deco adjustable piano stool with original upholstery, France 1920s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
lacquered turned base and original upholstery. This decorative stool rests on four turned legs with
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1920s French Art Deco Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Metal
Spanish Pair of Wooden Friar Armchairs with Velvet Upholstery
Located in Marbella, ES
Spanish Pair of Wooden Friar Armchairs with Velvet Upholstery
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19th Century Spanish Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
Set of Early French Louis XIII Chairs with Intricate Turnery and New Upholstery
Located in Hopewell, NJ
stretchers, complemented by new neutral upholstery.
seat height 20
Note: We have another identical set of
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Early 19th Century French Louis XIII Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Very Fine 18th Century Georgian Side Chairs Dressed Up in Scalamandre Upholstery
Located in Hopewell, NJ
upholstery with foliage and birds. Custom pillows are included with complimentary bouillon fringe.
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18th Century American Georgian Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
$5,460 Sale Price / set
30% Off
French Sofa Directoire circa 1800 Grey Painted , New Upholstery
Located in Epfach, DE
can put the charming piece of furniture, with it´s beautiful legs, easily free in a room.
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1790s French Directoire Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Art Nouveau Chair, Walnut Wood, Restored Upholstery, Germany, 1900
Located in Hannover, DE
attention to detail. You will fall in love with the high-quality and perfectly selected upholstery fabric
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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood, Nutwood
$910 Sale Price / item
26% Off
18th Century French Directoire Sofa in Walnut and Cream Upholstery
Located in Madrid, ES
upholstery, which adds elegance and brightness. The backrest and sides are the same height, creating a
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Late 18th Century European Directoire Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
American Empire Style Mahogany Sofa with Peach Upholstery
Located in Queens, NY
American Empire style (19th century) peach upholstered sofa with matching bolster pillows and a mahogany frame with scrolled arms and lions paw feet with a relief carving of cornucop...
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19th Century American American Empire Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Continental Baroque Upholstered Arm Chairs with Needlepoint Upholstery
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of Continental Louis XIII style walnut armchairs of substantial proportion now upholstered in needlepoint and velvet fabric, circa 1890. Probably French.
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Late 19th Century Baroque Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
French Louis XV Style Painted Settee with New Linen Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French Louis XV Style Painted Settee with New Linen Upholstery
A refined French Louis XV style
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19th Century French Louis XV Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Linen, Wood
Pair of Swedish Gustavian-Style Chairs with Dark Blue Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
features a squared backrest with subtle curvature, offering both comfort and grace.
The upholstery, in a
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19th Century Swedish Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1800s Pair Ornate Dark Mahogany Armchairs Silk Upholstery
Located in New York, NY
1800s silk armchairs with decorative detailing on the fabric and a dark mahogany wood tone frame. There is minor cracking on the veneer. Priced as a pair. Please note, this item is l...
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19th Century American Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Silk, Wood
$1,200 Sale Price / set
20% Off
American Empire Style Carved Mahogany
Beige, Red,
Striped Upholstery Sofa
Located in Queens, NY
American Empire three-seat sofa with a carved mahogany frame with scroll arms, upholstered in a vertically striped beige, green, and red fabric, and resting on four large carved oval...
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19th Century American Empire Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Fabric
19th Century English Charles X Mahogany Bench with Green Velvet Upholstery
Located in Dallas, TX
of antique furniture. The tufted design adds a touch of luxury, while the velvet upholstery fabric
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19th Century English Charles X Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Mahogany
Set of 3 ArtDeco Foot Stools Made in´20s Czechia, New upholstery, Revived polish
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
. Revived polish and new professional upholstery.
Period: 1920-1929
Material: Beech
Source: Czechia
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Beech
French Louis XV Style Carved Bench with Distressed Leather Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant French Louis XV–style bench featuring a beautifully aged hand-finished leather seat and richly carved hardwood frame. The leather top has a warm, deep caramel tone with natur...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Leather, Walnut
20th Century Round Top Armchair in Silk Upholstery
Located in Sofia, BG
ARMCHAIR in natural wood, resting on fluted baluster legs.
Work of the 30s
France
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Early 20th Century French Directoire Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
$1,409 Sale Price
50% Off
Rocking Chair in Mahogany with Tufted Leather Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Victorian mahogany rocking chair boasts tufted honey-toned leather upholstery, exuding an aura
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1880s English Late Victorian Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Antique Rocking Chair Hand Carved and Turned Walnut Wood Needlepoint Upholstery
Located in Miami, FL
Rocking chair from the late 19th century, hand carved with turned wood details on 2 casters.
Sturdy and comfortable crafted frame with decorative rocking base.
Nail head trim adorn t...
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Late 19th Century Italian Rococo Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Metal
Georgian Style Mahogany Armchair W/ Leather Upholstery
Brass Edging
Located in San Francisco, CA
C. early 20th century
Georgian style mahogany armchair w/ leather upholstery & brass edging.
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Early 20th Century Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
Regency Mahogany Serpentine Footstool w/ Chevron Pattern Needlepoint Upholstery
Located in Savannah, GA
This large size square mahogany footstool features serpentine sides, round bun feet and is upholstered with attractive chevron pattern needlepoint in cream, gold and rust colors. A h...
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1820s English Regency Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool, Mahogany
Antique Napolean III Side Chair, Burgungy Red Velvet Upholstery
Located in Bishop
s Stortford, GB
Antique Napolean III Side Chair, Burgungy Red Velvet Upholstery with contrasting ebonised wood
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19th Century French Napoleon III Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
$486 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of Four Pearwood Chairs England with Horsehair Upholstery
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Set of four pearwood chairs from England with horsehair upholstery.
Original patina and vintage
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1890s Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Pearwood
$2,700 Sale Price
25% Off
Ornamented Oak Sofa with Original Upholstery, Nordic Classicism, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
this iteration uniquely captivating is the rare, original striped upholstery in muted blue and purple
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Early 20th Century Swedish Romantic Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Pair Antique French Louis XIII Armchairs with Tapestry Upholstery
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair Antique French Louis XIII Armchairs with Tapestry Upholstery will make a handsome addition to
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIII Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Tapestry, Fruitwood
English Ebonized Stool with Fortuny Upholstery and Painted Chinoiserie Motif
Located in Atlanta, GA
bold upholstery brings personality and presence to both traditional and eclectic interiors.
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19th Century English Chinoiserie Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Louis XV Style Chairs with Figured Wood and Fortuny Seat Upholstery
Located in Morristown, NJ
and the subtle Fortuny upholstery fabric.
Dimensions:
36"h x 19"w x18"d, 18"h (to seat)
Condition
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Early 1900s French Louis XV Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Carved French Oak Salon Throne Chair, Original Pictorial Upholstery
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Carved French Oak Salon Throne Chair, Original Pictorial Upholstery
This lovely old High Back
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Mid-19th Century Napoleon III Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak
Set 4 Early 20th C. Payne Furniture Duncan Phyfe Ladder Back Upholstered Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
A Set of four Early 20th C. Payne Furniture Duncan Phyfe style Ladder Back Upholstered side Chairs
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Early 20th Century American Other Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Fruitwood
Expressionist Amsterdam School Reclining Chairs, Oak and Fabric Upholstery, 1920
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of early Amsterdam School (1910-1930) reclining chairs manufactured c. 1920. The exuberant appearance characteristic of the movement's first period features strong sculptural ex...
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1920s Dutch Expressionist Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak, Bentwood
English Victorian Blond Wood Scroll Armchair with Striped Upholstery
Located in Queens, NY
upholstery, brass nail head trim, carved medallions and designs in the frame with legs ending in brass
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Armchair with Burnt Orange Upholstery, Europe First half of 20th Century
Located in Utrecht, NL
modernity and industrialisation, furniture from this design era often features rich fabrics, polished
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Walnut armchair with H-shaped stretcher and petit point embroidered upholstery
Located in Madrid, España
Walnut armchair with H-shaped stretcher and petit point embroidered upholstery - Louis XIV - 19th
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Mid-19th Century Spanish Louis XIV Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Title: Pair of Antler Armchairs with White Upholstery, Circa 1920s
Located in Miami, US
.
The white upholstery adds a touch of elegance and modernity, providing a comfortable and striking
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Early 20th Century European Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Antler
Italian Neoclassic Maroon Lacquer and Gold Damask Upholstery Armchair
Located in Queens, NY
and gold damask upholstery.
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19th Century Italian Neoclassical Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
Pair Antique French Louis XV Armchairs with Tapestry Upholstery
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair Antique French Louis XV armchairs with Tapestry Upholstery was sculpted from fine walnut, and
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Tapestry, Walnut
Small Antique Victorian Walnut Cabriole Legged Footstool Embroidered Upholstery
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Cabriolet legged footstool with floral embroidered upholstery
A very decorative and well made piece, the
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1880s English High Victorian Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Berkey
Gay Style Antique English Jacobean Carved Walnut Armchair, Circa 1920s
By Berkey
Gay Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful antique English Jacobean or Tudor style armchair or dining captain chair
In the manner of Berkey & Gay
USA, Circa 1920s
Carved walnut frame, with upholstered seat.
Me...
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1920s American Jacobean Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Romweber Chippendale Carved Walnut and Burl Wood Armchairs, Pair
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding pair of Chippendale or Georgian style armchairs or dining captain chairs
By Romweber
USA, Circa 1920s
Carved walnut and burl wood frames, with ball and claw feet, a...
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1920s American Chippendale Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut, Burl
French Carved Beech
Upholstery Curule or Dagobert Armchair, circa 1960
Located in Labrit, Landes
French beech armchair. This type of armchair is called a curule armchair, in reference to the Roman period, or a Dagobert armchair.
The beech parts are hand-carved
Made circa 1960
G...
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Early 20th Century French Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Pine
Early 1900s Vintage Cast Iron Bar Stool - New leather upholstery
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Early 1900s Vintage Cast Iron Bar Stool - New leather upholstery
Wear consistent with age and use
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Early 20th Century Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Metal
British Colonial Teak Slipper Chair With Leather Upholstery
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Circa 1920's
Hand carved Victorian Slipper chair constructed from Teak wood and re-upholstered in brown leather.
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1920s Indian British Colonial Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Teak
$1,992 Sale Price
20% Off
French Louis XV Style Armchair with Black Leather Upholstery
Located in San Francisco, CA
A finely carved walnut armchair with rounded back and nice generous seat, upholstered with black leather.
Sturdy and sound. In excellent condition.
France, early 20th century.
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Beech
Fabulous Louis XVI Style Miniature Chair with Original Petit Point Upholstery
Located in Dallas, TX
original painted finish and authentic petit point upholstery. This exceptional piece captures all the
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1920s French Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Textile, Wood
Set of Four Napoleon III Dining Chairs in Mahogany with Upholstery, circa 1880
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A very beautiful set of four Napoleon III dining chairs in mahogany with upholstered back and seat, cabriole front legs, and a carved lily on the arched and pierced crest rail, and o...
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1880s French Napoleon III Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Pair of 19th-Century Walnut Armchairs with Silk Damask Upholstery
Located in Madrid, ES
, showcasing the natural beauty and strength of walnut wood. The exquisite silk damask upholstery in beige adds
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Late 19th Century Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
19th Century French Hand Carved Wooden Armchair with Linen Upholstery
Located in Sofia, BG
19th Century French hand carved walnut armchair with beige linen upholstery. There are two
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
19 th c. Giltwood settee Louis XV with cream upholstery
Located in Houston, TX
Fine carving with quality craftsmanship defines this excellent
Settee. The louis XV style has a cabriole leg with elegant
Curved detail. A carved cartouche at the crest denotes
The ...
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Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Giltwood
19th Century French Hand Carved Walnut Chair with Linen Upholstery
Located in Sofia, BG
19th Century French hand carved walnut chair with beige linen upholstery. There are nice monograms
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
19th Century French Hand Carved Wooden Armchair with Linen Upholstery
Located in Sofia, BG
19th Century French hand carved walnut armchair with beige linen upholstery. There are nice
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Arts
Crafts Hand-Carved Oak Stools with Boucle Upholstery, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant pair of Arts & Crafts stools.
Striking Dutch design from the 1900s.
Original hand-carved solid oak frames with re-upholstered high quality boucle tops.
This wond...
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Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Oak
American Mission Leather and Oak Wing Chair
By Dexter Furniture 1
Located in Queens, NY
paisley seat cushion (Dexter Furniture Co., Black River).
Category
1890s American Mission Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Oak
English 1880s Aesthetic Movement Carved Oak Chair with Zebra Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
upholstery. The upholstery adds an exotic touch, complementing the chair's ornate design while maintaining a
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Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Zebra Hide, Oak
!9th Century Itallian Walnut Fireside Benches in Brown Velvet Rabbit Upholstery
Located in Essex, MA
A pair of hand-carved walnut fireside benches with lovely curved legs and handles. Fully refinished to show the lovely patina of the wood. They have been professionally upholstered ...
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19th Century Italian Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Scandinavian Art Deco Stool Chinoiserie Style in Original Upholstery, 1920s
Located in Odense, DK
Charming stool made in the 1920s in Scandinavia in Art Deco Chinoiserie style. Original upholstery
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1920s Scandinavian Art Deco Upholstery Antique Furniture
Materials
Birch
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Upholstery Antique Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic piece of upholstery antique furniture available at 1stDibs. An item from our selection of upholstery antique furniture — often made from fabric, upholstery and wood — can elevate any home. 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. A choice in our collection of upholstery antique furniture, designed in the Louis XVI, Louis XV or Victorian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Jindrich Halabala, Josef Hoffmann and Howard
Sons Ltd each produced at least one beautiful object in our assortment of upholstery antique furniture that is worth considering.
How Much is a Upholstery Antique Furniture?
The average selling price for a piece of upholstery antique furniture at 1stDibs is $3,837, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $425,000 for the highest priced.
Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About Upholstery 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.
- Is antique furniture in style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, antique furniture is in style. Many people appreciate the beauty and handcrafted character of antique furniture and love the idea of owning pieces with a rich history. Remember that style preferences are nothing if not fluid, meaning what's in one year may not be the next. So, in choosing the furniture you're planning to live with, you should pay less attention to interior design fads than to what speaks to you. That way, you can select pieces that will add long-term character to your home. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024To identify your antique furniture, look for an engraving, tag, label or other marking that indicates who produced it. You may find it on the bottom or back of your furniture or inside a drawer or cabinet. Once you have located the marking, you can snap a photo of it and use a reverse image search to try and identify the maker. Or, you can type a description of the mark into a search engine. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to get assistance with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique furniture.
- What makes furniture an antique?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
A piece of furniture is considered an antique if it is at least 100 years old.
- 1stDibs 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Antique furniture can be worth quite a lot, particularly if it is in good quality. The rarer the piece, the higher the value.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Whether antique furniture is making a comeback is a matter of opinion. Many people would argue that antique furniture never faded from fashion, as there have always been individuals who love the idea of owning pieces that have history. Some of the most popular styles for antique furniture include Art Deco, Arts and Crafts, Renaissance Revival, Elizabethan, Gothic Revival, Victorian and Chippendale. Find a large collection of antique furniture from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024To date antique furniture from the UK, first look for identifying markings on the piece. You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active. From there, you may be able to estimate the year of production by looking at images of other furniture the maker produced. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also aid you in the dating process. Find a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021There are a number of factors that can indicate if your antique furniture is valuable. When determining the value of antique furniture, consider its rarity. Additionally, it is important to determine the quality and condition of vintage furniture. If unsure of the value of your vintage furniture, have it appraised.
- 1stDibs 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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