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How old must furniture be to be considered antique?
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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.
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Delft Boch Frères Keramis Large Table Lamps, Chinoiserie, Blue Thai Silk Shades
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Transform any room with these exquisite table lamps, a true testament to art and history combined. Each lamp is skillfully crafted from antique Boch Frères Keramis vases, dating from...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Flora Danica Porcelain Dinner Service By Royal Copenhagen, 105 Pieces
Located in New Orleans, LA
Crafted by the Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Manufactory, this 105-piece dinner service features one of the most prestigious porcelain patterns ever produced — the coveted Flora Danica ...
Category
20th Century Danish Other Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Fabulous Art Deco Chrome Umbrella Stand
Located in Barnstaple, GB
fabulous Art Deco Umbrella /stick stand. In original condition, this wonderful item is in excellent condition for its age. The chrome has no pitting or wear to speak of. The original...
Category
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Umbrella Stands
Materials
Chrome
Paavo Tynell, rare 1940's desk lamp, taito oy
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Introducing the Paavo Tynell rare 1940's desk lamp 9212, a true gem for vintage lighting enthusiasts. This exquisite lamp features Tynell's signature craftsmanship and attention to d...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Rare Pierre Chapo 'Goya' Highboard in Solid Elm
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Chapo, 'Goya' wardrobe, model 'R26D', solid elm, mirrored glass, brass-plated steel, France, 1970s
An exceptional armoire designed by Pierre Chapo known as model 'Goya'. The ...
Category
Vintage 1970s French Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Elm
Japanese Antique Large Black Tansu / Cabinet Sideboard / 1868-1912s WabiSabi
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an old Japanese black cabinet.
It seems to be around the Meiji period, and cedar is the main material.
It was used in private houses in the Kanto region.
Normally, there a...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Cedar
