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nice antique Turkish Yordes early 19th century rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Pretty early 19th century Turkish rug from Yordes, with a beautiful mihrab design of very old
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Early 19th Century Turkish Oushak Very Old Antique Antiques

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Wool

Old Paris Garrniture Set
Located in Hudson, NY
This very finely painted set of Old Paris vases is perfect to decorate a mantel or large server
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19th Century French Chinoiserie Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Quan Yin Temple Sculpture
Located in Topanga, CA
An extraordinary and very old carved wood temple sculpture of Quan Yin, the revered Bodhisattva of
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18th Century Chinese Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Old European Mine Diamond Sapphire Ring Platinum Antique Toi et Moi
By Estate Jewelry
Located in Brambleton, US
Art Deco Old European Diamond Sapphire Ring Platinum Antique Toi et Moi This totally stunning
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1920s Art Deco Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Copper Engraved Portrait of Jesus Christ by Robert Brichet, around 1800
Located in Langweer, NL
" Translated: "A Christ of a very old original, which the fable gives for nature" The copper engraving by
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Late 18th Century French Very Old Antique Antiques

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Paper

ANTIQUE EDWARDIAN LEATHER CLAD EMBOSSED FiRE SCREEN WITH MAP DECORATION
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
middle with coat of arms crests to the sides The condition is period, its very old and worn, the panels
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Early 1900s European Edwardian Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Leather, Pine

Pair of Italian Neoclassical Biedermeier Walnut Veneered Consoles, c. 1830
Located in Southampton, NY
of the Villa. The previous owners were another very old bolognese family, Conti Panzacchi, very
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Early 19th Century Italian Biedermeier Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Walnut

Travellers in Wooded Landscape - Dutch 17th century art Old Master oil painting
By Jan Wijnants (circle)
Located in Hagley, England
An original, very large Dutch Old Master oil on canvas which is attributed to circle of Jan
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17th Century Old Masters Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Oil

Very Large Regency 19th Century Mahogany Partners Writing Table
By Gillows of Lancaster London
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
Manner Of Gillows Of Lancaster & London, Having Very Attractive Old Gilt Tooled Leather Inset To
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Early 19th Century English Regency Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Mahogany

French 18th Century 18 Karat Rose Gold Jeannette Cross
Located in Poitiers, FR
cross in rose gold is very old, yet in excellent condition. Crosses from this period are rare, as many
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Early 1800s French Napoleon III Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18th Century Iron Gate and Panels from Spanish Villa
Located in North Miami, FL
door. Dated to the 18th century, with original lock and key. This 5 part piece is very old and has been
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18th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Wrought Iron

Wooden Head, Edo People, Benin Nigeria with Stand
Located in Hamburg, DE
; very old worn finish showing a lot of age. Very heavy insect damage in all areas; very old worn finish
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Mid-19th Century Beninese Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Hardwood

Art Deco 2.10 Ct Old Mine Diamond Seven Stone Platinum Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Diamonds for a fantastic Deco seven stone statement Diamonds are old mine cut, very deep chunky wheel hand
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1920s European Art Deco Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Neo-Gothic Religious Triptych of “Mary of Perpetual Help”
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 1890 / Religious Triptych / wood, paper, glass / Neo-Gothic / Antique very old framed
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Late 19th Century Belgian Gothic Revival Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese small drawer storage. The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). It is
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Cedar

Platinum, European Cut Diamond Light Pastel Color Pearl Ring, circa 1935
Located in Aspen, CO
Platinum ring circa 1935 possessing old European cut diamonds and a very light grey pearl and a
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Japanese Tall Antique Stone Buddha Shakyamuni 27 Inches And Signed
Located in South Burlington, VT
A very old Taisho period early 20th century granite stone Buddha - Shyaka Nyorai Sakyamuni
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Stone, Granite

Unique 1920, Whisky Barrel Shaped Forged Wrought Iron Distillery Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
iron pendant in the shape of a barrel originates from a very old Dutch Gin distillery in Schiedam. This
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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Wrought Iron

ART DECO ANTiQUE STERLING SILVER PERFUME BOTTLE IN ROUND CUT GLASS CRYSTAL
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
sterling silver and very old, circa 1880, it has as mentioned been heavily polished, this has been
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1920s English Art Deco Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art nouveau ring set with old-cut diamonds in 18-carat gold
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
work is refined, the diamonds are estimated by my sound color H/I purity SI 1 very nice old-cut diamond
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Japanese Antique BK Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese small drawer. This furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). It is made
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Cedar

Antique Art Deco Platinum 4.37ct Old European Diamond Large Dinner Pendant Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
old European cut diamonds throughout that truly set this piece on fire! The pendant carries a total of
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1920s Art Deco Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Genuine Swedish Secretary Cabinet, in Rococo and Gustavian Style
Located in Kramfors, SE
like it will be drawers but actually it is doors to shelves. The lower cabinet also has a very old
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Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Pine

Victorian taxidermy ebonised mounted elephant ear.
Located in London, GB
ear is very old as you can imagine and therefore is discoloured and stained in areas shown. The
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1880s Unknown Victorian Very Old Antique Antiques

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Natural Fiber

17th Century Flemish Old Master Oil on Panel Cavalry Skirmish Soldiers Horses
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
, France Condition: very good condition, with old repairs and thinning in places. This painting
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Mid-17th Century Old Masters Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Oil

Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond Sapphire Long Filigree Brooch Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
FINE quality old cut diamonds. The center stone alone weighs in at exactly 1.49 carats with faint
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1920s Art Deco Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Antique Pair of Georgian Carved Armchairs circa 1780 Lovely Carvings Throughout
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
chairs. One of them has very old repairs which I love to the bottom back The pair are in wonderful
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1780s English Georgian Very Old Antique Antiques

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Hardwood

Japanese Tall Antique Stone Crowned Buddha Shakyamuni 19 Inches Original Paint
Located in South Burlington, VT
An attractive and very old Meiji period early 20th century granite stone "Crowned" Buddha
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Stone, Granite

Circa 1910 Original poster by Raoul Vion - Bicyclettes La Française Diamant
Located in PARIS, FR
La Française is a very old company (1889) which has contributed to the development of the bicycle
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1910s Very Old Antique Antiques

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Paper, Lithograph

1610-1640/Japanese White Porcelain Blue and White Vase/"Imari Ware"/Sake Bottle
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
inconspicuous place. It's very old, but it's in good condition without breaking because it was used carefully
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Early 17th Century Japanese Edo Very Old Antique Antiques

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Porcelain

A Dutch or Flemish Side Table
Located in Hudson, NY
different turned sections and applied forms stand out more and making a very decorative yet very old looking
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19th Century Dutch Very Old Antique Antiques

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Walnut

Six Original Victorian circa 1890 Steeple Back Gothic Arch Oak Dining Chairs 6
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
chairs are very old and have a number of period repairs to the frames, they have been checked and secured
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1890s English Gothic Revival Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Oak

17th Century, Old Master, "King Basileus Alexander of Macedon Magnus, the Great"
Located in Berlin, DE
Very decorative, 17th century, old master painting, oil on canvas, King Alexander Magnus, the great
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17th Century Old Masters Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Portrait of a Girl with Basket of Flowers -British 18thC Old Master oil painting
Located in Hagley, England
This charming 18th century Old Master cartouche portrait oil painting is attributed to the circle
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18th Century Old Masters Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Oil

ART DECO ANTiQUE STERLING SILVER PERFUME BOTTLE IN ROUND CUT GLASS CRYSTAL
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
condition of the glass is perfect, the top is sterling silver and very old, circa 1880, it has had a hard
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1920s English Art Deco Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Swedish Gustavian Period Rustic Country Farmhouse Pine Cradle Bin
Located in Forney, TX
old woodworm pinholes, expected wear consistent with age and use. Delivered cleaned, waxed, ready for
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Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Pine

19th Century French Large Gilt Marginal Plate Overmantle Mirror
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
, they are certainly very old and have a small amount of of silvering and pitting as one would expect. We
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Mid-19th Century French Victorian Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Gesso, Giltwood

18 karat gold Antique pearl Engagement ring - Edwardian Old miner cut diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
pearl encircled by ten natural diamonds. Nine of these marvellous beauties are very pretty old miner cut
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Early 20th Century Belgian Edwardian Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Dragonfly brooch
Located in New Orleans, LA
. The diamonds are set in blackened silver on top of 18kt. gold. This is a very old practice which
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Early 20th Century French Edwardian Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

Dragonfly brooch
Dragonfly brooch
$18,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Reclaimed Old Blue Bricks Called "Waaltjes"
Located in Udenhout, NL
Very nice reclaimed old blue bricks that are called "Waaltjes". It are old handmade bricks, baked
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1920s Belgian Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Stone

Regency Period Gilded Pier Mirror with Lion’s Mask, early 19th century
Located in Shippensburg, PA
has a delightful aged aesthetic with the very old worn gilded surface throughout revealing rich colors
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19th Century English Regency Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Giltwood

Lovely Antique Sheraton Revival Hardwood Tripod Side End Lamp Wine Table
By Sheraton Revival
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
. The piece has the Sheraton revival inlay to the top, its very old circa 1880 so has some losses to the
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1880s English Late Victorian Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Hardwood

Japanese Antique BK Middle Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old Japanese black drawer storage. The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique BK Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old Japanese black drawer storage. The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Cedar

FINE PAIR OF ANTIQUE PEWTER LIBERTY S OF LONDON STYLE ART NOUVEAU WALL MIRRORs
By Liberty of London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
, the glass plate is new and foxed so it looks very old like the frames, it has oodles of patination
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Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Pewter

STUNNING ANTIQUE WILLIAM IV 1830 HARDWOOD WiTH ORMOLU MOUNTED FEET SIDE TABLE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
glorious, I absolutely love very old Rosewood, this is Brazilian Rosewood which is now controlled so it
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1830s English William IV Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Hardwood

PAIR OF CIRCA 1900 CORINTHIAN PILLAR DESK LAMPS CONVERTED FROM CANDELABRAs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
vintage Corinthian Pillar table lamps which are circa 1900 and converted from very old candle holders
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Early 1900s French Edwardian Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Brass

Stunning Pair of Hardwood Sheraton Revival Tripod Side End Lamp Wine Tables
By Sheraton Revival
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
honest use and genuine age, there is a very old repair to the base of one, another repair to the top of
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1880s English Late Victorian Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of 1890s French Louis XV Carved, Gilt, Ebonized, and Upholstered Chairs
By Ringuet-Leprince and L. Marcotte
Located in Los Angeles, CA
easy chairs to reupholster with your choice of fabric or leather. Casters are very old and do not
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1890s French Louis XV Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Art Deco .65 Carat G Color VS Old European Cut Diamond Wedding Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning Antique Art Deco - Edwardian Diamond Ring set with a spectacular .65 Carat Old
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

ANTIQUE OIL PAINTING OF THE BLACK PRINCE WiTH KING JOHN II OF FRANCE AS PRISONER
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
canvas of the Black Prince with King John II of France as his Prisoner and a very old letter stapled to
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19th Century European Victorian Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Oak, Paint

Georgian 18th Century Dressing Table Mirror
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A very good quality, 18th century, George II period mahogany dressing table mirror, having old
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Early 18th Century English George II Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Mahogany

Antique French Hand-Carved Wall-Mounted Console Table c1900 Very Diminutive
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
of older repairs, but unless you are a professional, they are difficult to detect. **Please note
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Early 1900s French Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Wood

Sublime circa 1820 French Fruitwood Kitchen or Dining Room Antique Pot Cupboard
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
One of the best things I’ve seen all year, a 200+ year old period French country farmhouse pot
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1820s English Regency Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Fruitwood

Old Antique Farmhouse Rustic "Schwingstock" Ornamental Object from 1889
Located in OOSTERHOUT, NL
make this a very distinctive and decorative object. Old, occasionally present woodworm marks have been
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1880s German Folk Art Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Pine, Paint

19th Century Italian Gilt Handwrought Iron Large Scale One Light Table Lamps
Located in Firenze, IT
iron is thick and gilded mostly with gold leaf - both signs of very old high end quality work - and
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Late 19th Century Italian Baroque Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Wrought Iron

Japanese Antique BK Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese drawer storage. The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). The main
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Very Old Antique Antiques

Materials

Cedar

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Very Old Antique Antiques For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of very old antique antiques for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique very old antique antiques was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and fabric. There are all kinds of very old antique antiques available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Victorian, Folk Art and Industrial very old antique antiques are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made very old antique antiques over the years, but those made by Jonathan Hayne are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Very Old Antique Antiques?

Very old antique antiques can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,660, while the lowest priced sells for $225 and the highest can go for as much as $78,000.
Questions About Very Old Antique Antiques
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Opinions on how old a rug has to be to be considered antique vary. However, most experts will apply the label to any rug produced more than 100 years ago, and call floor coverings produced 50 to 100 years ago vintage. Shop a variety of antique rugs on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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 24, 2024
    To tell how old an antique chair is, you have a few options. One is to conduct research on your own using trusted online resources and print references from your local library. If your chair has a maker's mark, learning more about the company, artisan or workshop that produced it can be a good starting point. Dating unmarked chairs can be more difficult because certain styles remained in production for long periods. In this case, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your chair for you. Shop a wide range of antique chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    To tell how old an antique ring is, you have two main options. First, you can conduct online research using trusted sources. If you know the maker of the ring or the ring has a maker's mark that you can use to identify who produced it, learning more about the designer, artisan or company and their styles can help with the dating process. When the maker is unknown, you can familiarize yourself with the characteristics of various antique jewelry styles, such as Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian, to try and identify the period in which your ring was likely produced. The second option is to have a certified appraiser, experienced antique dealer or knowledgeable jeweler date your ring for you. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, some old antique clocks may be worth something. Many collectors look for clocks produced by certain manufacturers, such as the Ansonia Clock Company, the Seth Thomas Clock Company, Jaeger-LeCoultre and the Chelsea Clock Company. In addition to the maker, the type, materials, style and condition of the clock influence its value. Generally, clocks that remain in good working order are worth more than those in need of repairs and restorations. To find out how much your clock may be worth, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique clocks.
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mainly built around the 17th century, antique settles are a type of long bench with a high back and open arms. Settles were made of wood and were fairly simple in construction. You can shop a collection of antique settles from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A settle is a type of large bench, usually with arms and a high back. Popular in England, settles are typically designed to fit three or four people. Many examples from the 17th century survive today. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique and modern settle benches from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A fob is a pendant that can be attached to a chain. Common types of fobs would be a pocket watch, a piece of jewelry or a locket. On 1stDibs, you can find antique fobs from some of the top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An antique coffer is one of the oldest pieces of furniture. It is a box or chest that’s simple in design, constructed with solid oak planks and a hinged lid. Shop a collection of antique coffers from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    First used by the Egyptians and later the Romans, pewter is an alloy composed predominantly of tin. It can also be mixed with copper, silver or lead. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique pewter pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Pewter is a type of tin alloy that’s been popular for centuries. Many examples of antique pewter objects exist, including dinnerware and sculpture. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique pewter from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Suzani is a form of embroidered tapestry, generally made on velvet, silk or cotton cloth. Suzanis have held a long tradition as being integral to interior decoration in central Asia. They were also thought to be talismans and would bring good luck to one’s home. Shop a collection of suzani tapestries from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A chatelaine is a set of decorative chains attached to a clasp or belt loop, which was used to carry keys and necessities. In ancient Rome, women carried tweezers, nail cleaners and ear scoops on their chatelaines. On 1stDibs, find antique chatelaines from some of the top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Important in the 18th and 19th centuries, an antique cellarette was a piece of furniture in which wine was stored. The cellarette, also known as a wine cooler, is recognizable by its small rectangular size and simple design. Shop a collection of antique cellarettes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    An antique bureau is any bureau that is 100 years old or older. The term bureau today is typically used as another word for a dresser or a chest of drawers. This word has also been used to refer to a writing desk. Find a collection of antique bureaus on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique majolica is a type of Victorian earthenware characterized by beautifully-colored lead glazes. It first appeared in the 1850s and is highly sought after today. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique majolica from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    What antique silver is depends on the context. In many cases, the term refers to silverware and silver decorative objects produced more than 100 years ago. However, antique silver may also be the name of a distressed silver finish frequently used on lighting fixtures and bathroom fixtures. Explore a selection of antique silver wares on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Ironstone is a kind of vitreous pottery that was made in the United Kingdom around the early 19th century. The ironstone made by the masons are considered to be collectibles. Most antique ironstone items should have a hallmark. Shop a range of antique and vintage ironstone items on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    One way to tell if your bronze is antique is to study its color. As it ages, bronze develops a natural patina, darkening in color. As a result, shiny, light-colored pieces are unlikely to be antiques. Another approach is to research the maker using trusted online resources to find out when they produced bronzes similar to yours. For assistance with the dating process, seek the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a selection of bronze sculptures on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    You can identify an antique table in a number of ways. The first clue that a table is antique is the joinery. If a piece of furniture is dovetailed by hand, it only has a couple of dovetails, which are uneven. Also, antique tables are not defined by perfect symmetry. Lastly, antique tables were typically made of oak, mahogany, and walnut.
    In addition to the joinery you can check the bottoms of the drawers and the backs of the cabinets. If they were made prior to 1850 then the wood will most likely be dimensioned by hand. It will be uneven to the touch. The secondary wood that receives the veneer will have been scraped smooth but drawer bottoms, backs and bottoms are often left less finished.