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Bleached Oak Trestle Table
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Late 19th C bleached oak trestle table. 1880. Dimensions 84.5 inches (215 cms) wide 27.5
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19th Century French Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique Bleached Oak Trestle Table
Bleached Oak Trestle Table
H 30 in W 84.5 in D 27.5 in
Bleached Oak Centre Table
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Large bleached oak centre table. 1880. Reference: 7658 Dimensions 30 inches (76 cms) High 56
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19th Century English Victorian Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

English Bleached Oak Chairs
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Pair of large bleached oak arm chairs, 1880. Seat height - 15.5" Dimensions 27 inches (69
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19th Century English Victorian Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique English Bleached Oak Chairs
English Bleached Oak Chairs
H 51 in W 27 in D 27 in
English Bleached Oak Centre Table
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
19th C English oval bleached oak centre table with good carved cabriolet legs and ball and claw
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19th Century English George IV Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique English Bleached Oak Centre Table
English Bleached Oak Centre Table
H 28.5 in W 54 in D 35.5 in
Dutch Bleached Oak Dining Table
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Large late 19th C Dutch bleached oak oval dining table. 1880. Reference: 8010 Dimensions 91
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19th Century Dutch Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique Dutch Bleached Oak Dining Table
Dutch Bleached Oak Dining Table
H 29.5 in W 91 in D 51 in
French Bleached Trestle Table
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
19th C French bleached and scrubbed pine trestle table with metal legs. 1880. Ref: B Top depth is
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19th Century French Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Pine

Antique French Bleached Trestle Table
French Bleached Trestle Table
H 30 in W 61 in D 20.5 in
French Bleached Oak Dining Table
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Unusual 19th century bleached oak French oval dining table with 4 individual leaves measuring 15
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19th Century French Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique French Bleached Oak Dining Table
French Bleached Oak Dining Table
H 30 in W 65.6 in D 46.5 in
English Bleached Housekeepers Cupboard
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 19th C English bleached pine housekeepers cupboard with sliding doors. 1840. Internal top
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Early 19th Century English Victorian Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Pine

Italian Bleached Walnut Credenza
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 19th C Italian bleached walnut credenza. 1820. Dimensions 55 inches (140 cms) wide 15
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19th Century Italian Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Antique Italian Bleached Walnut Credenza
Italian Bleached Walnut Credenza
H 36 in W 55 in D 15 in
English Bleached Oak Console
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
English bleached oak one drawer demi-lune console table made from 18th C components. 1800
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19th Century English George III Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

English Bleached Oak Console
English Bleached Oak Console
H 28.5 in W 39 in D 19 in
Dutch Bleached Oak Vitrine
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
19th C Dutch bleached oak vitrine with painted interior. There are six doors in total, including
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19th Century Dutch Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

Dutch Bleached Oak Vitrine
Dutch Bleached Oak Vitrine
H 84.5 in W 72.5 in D 17.5 in
French Bleached Oak Sideboard
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Very unusual French early 19th C bleached oak sideboard with 3 internal drawers. 1830. Reference
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19th Century French Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

French Bleached Oak Sideboard
French Bleached Oak Sideboard
H 36 in W 61.5 in D 31 in
French Bleached Walnut Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 19th C French bleached walnut Empire commode with a marble top. 1850. Reference: 8214
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19th Century French Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Walnut

French Bleached Walnut Commode
French Bleached Walnut Commode
H 37 in W 49 in D 21.5 in
English Bleached Oak Sideboard
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Good 19th C English bleached oak dresser base with a lovely faded colour. Lots of storage with 6
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19th Century English Victorian Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

English Bleached Oak Sideboard
English Bleached Oak Sideboard
H 34 in W 90 in D 19.5 in
Victorian Bleached Oak Dresser
Located in Benington, Herts
A good quality Victorian bleached oak dresser standing on carved cabriole legs. This well
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19th Century English Victorian Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

Victorian Bleached Oak Dresser
Victorian Bleached Oak Dresser
H 80.71 in W 66.15 in D 20.08 in
French Bleached Oak Coffee Table
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Large 19th C French bleached oak coffee table with a 2.5" thick top. 1860. Reference: 8078
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19th Century French Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

French Bleached Oak Coffee Table
French Bleached Oak Coffee Table
H 22 in W 82.5 in D 31 in
Pair of Bleached Oak Lamp Tables
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Wonderful pair of early 19th C English bleached oak lamp tables. 1830. Reference: 8319 Dimensions
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19th Century English Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

Pair of Bleached Oak Lamp Tables
Pair of Bleached Oak Lamp Tables
H 23.5 in W 36 in D 25 in
Bleached, antique Oriental Style Sofa Table
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Exceptional and unique Sofa Table from Asia, made of bleached Elm Wood,Central China from around
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1920s Chinese Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Bleached, antique Oriental Style Sofa Table
Bleached, antique Oriental Style Sofa Table
H 18.9 in W 48.04 in D 40.16 in
English Bleached Coffer
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 18th century stripped and bleached carved oak coffer, 1720. Dimensions: 47.5 inches (121
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Early 18th Century English George I Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

English Bleached Coffer
English Bleached Coffer
H 25 in W 47.5 in D 21.5 in
French Regence Bleached Arm Chair
Located in New York, NY
French Regence-style (19th Century) bleached and carved open arm chair with green stripe upholstery
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19th Century French Régence Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

French Regence Bleached Arm Chair
French Regence Bleached Arm Chair
H 44 in W 30 in D 32 in
Antique Belgian Bleached Oak Table
Located in High Point, NC
A twentieth-century bleached oak dining table with expandable leaves. This large dining table is
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Early 1900s Belgian French Provincial Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique Belgian Bleached Oak Table
Antique Belgian Bleached Oak Table
H 29.5 in W 59.4 in D 39.4 in
English Bleached Oak Serving Table
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Large 19th C English scrubbed and bleached oak five drawer serving table. 1880. Dimensions
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19th Century English Victorian Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

English Bleached Oak Serving Table
English Bleached Oak Serving Table
H 32 in W 107 in D 25 in
Dutch Bleached Pine Coffee Table
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Late 19th C Dutch bleached pine coffee table. 1890. Dimensions 38.5 inches (98 cms) Wide 19
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19th Century Dutch Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Pine

Dutch Bleached Pine Coffee Table
Dutch Bleached Pine Coffee Table
H 16.5 in W 38.5 in D 19 in
Large French Bleached Oak Console
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Large early 19th C French bleached oak console / drapers table. 1820. Reference: 8345 Dimensions
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19th Century French Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

Large French Bleached Oak Console
Large French Bleached Oak Console
H 31.5 in W 140 in D 25 in
Bleached Oak French Drapers Table
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Very good 19th C bleached oak French drapers table / island unit. 1860. Reference: 8322
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19th Century French Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

Bleached Oak French Drapers Table
Bleached Oak French Drapers Table
H 34 in W 78.5 in D 31 in
19th Century French Bleached Oak Table
Located in Houston, TX
The 19th Century French Bleached Oak Table is an antique dining or occasional table originating
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19th Century French Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood, Oak

19th Century French Bleached Oak Table
19th Century French Bleached Oak Table
H 27.75 in W 25.5 in D 25.5 in
French Bleached Oak Drapers Table
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Good 19th C French bleached oak drapers table. 1860. Reference: 8259 Dimensions 79 inches (201
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19th Century French Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

French Bleached Oak Drapers Table
French Bleached Oak Drapers Table
H 31 in W 79 in D 31.5 in
French Bleached Oak Drapers Table
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
19th C French bleached oak drapers table. 1860. Reference: 8379 Dimensions 75 inches (191 cms
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Mid-19th Century French Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

French Bleached Oak Drapers Table
French Bleached Oak Drapers Table
H 20.5 in W 75 in D 25.5 in
Dutch Bleached Oak Linen Cupboard
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 19th century architectural bleached oak Dutch linen cupboard. 1820. Reference: 7872
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19th Century Dutch Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

Dutch Bleached Oak Linen Cupboard
Dutch Bleached Oak Linen Cupboard
H 101.5 in W 64 in D 23 in
English Bleached Oak Bookcase
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Stunning 19th C English country house breakfront bookcase in bleached oak. 1860.   Dimensions
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19th Century English Victorian Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

English Bleached Oak Bookcase
English Bleached Oak Bookcase
H 107.5 in W 127.5 in D 22 in
Dutch Bleached Walnut Console Table
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 19th C Dutch bleached carved walnut console table. 1880. Dimensions 39 inches (99 cms
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19th Century Dutch Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Dutch Bleached Walnut Console Table
Dutch Bleached Walnut Console Table
H 31.5 in W 39 in D 23.5 in
Rustic Bleached Redwood Hutch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
on stiles are thought to be mahogany. The entire piece has been bleached and refinished. The lower
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Early 19th Century North American American Craftsman Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Pine, Fir

Rustic Bleached Redwood Hutch
Rustic Bleached Redwood Hutch
H 75.5 in W 58.13 in D 21.63 in
French Bleached Oak Trestle Table
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
19th C French bleached oak and poplar trestle table. 1880. Ref: C Top depth is 14". Reference
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19th Century French Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak, Poplar

French Bleached Oak Trestle Table
French Bleached Oak Trestle Table
H 32 in W 57.5 in D 17 in
Antique French Bleached Oak Mirror
Located in High Point, NC
making it harmonious with modern furnishings. The oak frame has been treated with a delicate bleaching
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Early 1900s French French Provincial Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Oak

Antique French Bleached Oak Mirror
Antique French Bleached Oak Mirror
H 32.4 in W 26.5 in D 2 in
Scottish Bleached Oak Console Table
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Amazing 19th century Scottish bleached oak console table. Great proportions and a wonderful color
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19th Century Scottish Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

Scottish Bleached Oak Console Table
Scottish Bleached Oak Console Table
H 58 in W 98.5 in D 29 in
Italian Bleached Dining Table W/ Leaves
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian bleached walnut refractory style dining table with two leaves. The table has an iron
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Early 1900s Italian Renaissance Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Italian Bleached Dining Table W/ Leaves
Italian Bleached Dining Table W/ Leaves
H 29 in W 103.75 in D 42 in
18th Century Bleached Oak Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
18th C French serpentine front bleached oak commode. 1770. Reference: 7907 Dimensions 46 inches
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18th Century French Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

18th Century Bleached Oak Commode
18th Century Bleached Oak Commode
H 32 in W 46 in D 24.5 in
French Louis XV Style Bleached Center Table
Located in New York, NY
French Louis XV-style (19/20th Century) bleached center table with stretcher.
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Early 20th Century Louis XV Bleaching Antique Furniture

19th Century French Bleached Oak Side Table
Located in High Point, NC
small desk crafted in a rustic style. Made from oak and a bleached finish to show the beautiful texture
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19th Century French Country Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Bleached Oak Side Table
19th Century French Bleached Oak Side Table
H 27.1 in W 31.4 in D 25.2 in
Pair Bleached Wood Venetian Open Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair bleached wood Venetian open armchairs. Pair exceptional Louis XV large Venetian carved
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Mid-18th Century Italian Louis XV Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Wood

1820s Belgian Bleached Oak Armoire
Located in High Point, NC
This bleached oak armoire was produced in Belgium, circa 1820. A sturdy case sports three shelves
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19th Century Belgian French Provincial Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

1820s Belgian Bleached Oak Armoire
1820s Belgian Bleached Oak Armoire
H 102 in W 79.9 in D 26.8 in
Antique Italian Chair in a bleached Oak
Located in Schellebelle, BE
An exceptional antique Italian Chair from a church from the 17th Century, the bleached Oak has a
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Late 17th Century Italian Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique Italian Chair in a bleached Oak
Antique Italian Chair in a bleached Oak
H 29.53 in W 23.63 in D 19.69 in
Antique French Bleached Pine Architectural Mirrors
Located in Dallas, TX
Pretty antique French bleached and whitewashed architectural mirrors. Beautiful patina! Note
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Early 20th Century French Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Pine

Rustic antique bleached French Commode
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Exceptional Rustic French Commode in a bleached Walnut, France 18th Century, the chest has its
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Early 18th Century French Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Rustic antique bleached French Commode
Rustic antique bleached French Commode
H 34.26 in W 53.15 in D 25.6 in
19th Century English Bleached Mahogany Credenza
Located in Dallas, TX
Nice 19th century English bleached mahogany credenza with brass grill doors. Beautiful clean lines
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19th Century English Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century French Bleached Oak Armoire
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
18th C French bleached and carved oak armoire. Can be fitted with a hanging rail or shelves. 1780
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18th Century French Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

1800s French Bleached Oak Armoire
Located in High Point, NC
An antique bleached oak cabinet from France, produced circa 1800. A grand wardrobe standing well
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19th Century French French Provincial Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Brass

1800s French Bleached Oak Armoire
1800s French Bleached Oak Armoire
H 89.4 in W 78.7 in D 32.7 in
19th Century French Bleached Chestnut Cathèdre Armchair
Located in Dallas, TX
-carved in France during the 1800’s, the original finish has been bleached, revealing some fascinating
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19th Century French Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood, Chestnut

Jacobean Style Bleached Oak Chest
Located in Bradenton, FL
during the late 19th century with two rows of drawers. 8 total drawers. In a wonderful, bleached finish.
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19th Century English Jacobean Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

Jacobean Style Bleached Oak Chest
Jacobean Style Bleached Oak Chest
H 40.5 in W 50 in D 20 in
19th Century French Bleached Oak Buffet
Located in High Point, NC
with a lightening bleach treatment.
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19th Century French Country Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Bleached Oak Buffet
19th Century French Bleached Oak Buffet
H 43.7 in W 58.3 in D 20.9 in
Italian Neoclassical Bleached Walnut Desk
Located in Houston, TX
Italian neoclassical bleached walnut desk circa 1825-1845. 19th century walnut veneered desk with
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Mid-19th Century Italian Neoclassical Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf

Antique Italian Commode in bleached Walnut
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Elegant antique Italian Commode in a beautiful bleached Walnut, from the Tuscany Region, 18 th
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Mid-18th Century Italian Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Antique Italian Commode in bleached Walnut
Antique Italian Commode in bleached Walnut
H 37.41 in W 51.19 in D 23.63 in
19th Century French Bleached Oak Buffet
Located in High Point, NC
lightening bleach treatment.
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19th Century French French Provincial Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Bleached Oak Buffet
19th Century French Bleached Oak Buffet
H 42.3 in W 62.2 in D 19.9 in
19th Century French Bleached Oak Cupboard
Located in High Point, NC
motifs shimmer across the surface of the oak, which has been delicately treated with a bleaching process
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19th Century French French Provincial Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Bleached Oak Cupboard
19th Century French Bleached Oak Cupboard
H 84.3 in W 64.2 in D 21.3 in
Bleached Walnut Adam Style Console Table
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Small late 19th C bleached walnut Adam style console table. 1890. Dimensions 48 inches (122 cms
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19th Century English Adam Style Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Walnut

18th C Bleached Oak Coffer
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 18th C bleached oak coffer. 1720. Dimensions 45 inches (114 cms) wide 19 inches (48 cms
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Early 18th Century George I Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

18th C Bleached Oak Coffer
18th C Bleached Oak Coffer
H 22.5 in W 45 in D 19 in
18th C Bleached Oak Coffer
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 18th C bleached oak coffer. 1720. Dimensions 45 inches (114 cms) Wide 19 inches (48 cms
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Early 18th Century George I Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

18th C Bleached Oak Coffer
18th C Bleached Oak Coffer
H 28 in W 57 in D 22.5 in
19th Century French Bleached Oak Buffet
Located in High Point, NC
oak with a lightening bleach treatment.
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19th Century French French Provincial Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Bleached Oak Buffet
19th Century French Bleached Oak Buffet
H 45.3 in W 62.2 in D 21.3 in
Victorian Bleached Wood Scrolling Wrought Iron Bistro Table
Located in Forney, TX
A Victorian era antique bistro table, 19th century, having a round bleached wood top with molded
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

1820s Belgian Bleached Oak Trunk
Located in High Point, NC
A bleached oak trunk from Belgium, produced circa 1820. Richly decorated, this arresting country
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19th Century Belgian Country Bleaching Antique Furniture

Materials

Metal

1820s Belgian Bleached Oak Trunk
1820s Belgian Bleached Oak Trunk
H 28.5 in W 61.2 in D 22.4 in
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Bleaching Antique Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of bleaching antique furniture for your home. Frequently made of wood, oak and metal, every item from our selection of bleaching antique furniture was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the choice in our collection of bleaching antique furniture you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each object in our assortment of bleaching antique furniture bearing Louis XV, Victorian or Georgian hallmarks is very popular. A well-made option in this array of bleaching antique furniture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Interi, Amy Keeler and Karl Hagedorn are consistently popular.

How Much is a Bleaching Antique Furniture?

The average selling price for a piece of bleaching antique furniture at 1stDibs is $3,996, while they’re typically $289 on the low end and $56,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Bleaching Antique Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Bleaching furniture is quite easy as a process. Pour bleach onto a rag and wipe it evenly onto the wood, as if applying to a counter until the bleach feels dry. To achieve a lighter color, simply repeat.
  • 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 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 ExpertApril 5, 2024
    To know if your furniture is antique, look for labels and markings that indicate the maker. From there, you can use trusted online resources to determine when they were active and examine images to try to estimate the age of your piece. Furniture produced 100 years ago or more is antique. You can also have your furniture assessed by an appraiser or antiques dealer to learn about its age. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024
    Many antique furniture brands are popular. While trends in collecting do vary over time, some makers consistently remain highly sought after. Among them are J. & J.W. Meeks, John Henry Belter, R. J. Horner and Co., Stickley Furniture, George Hepplewhite, Josef Dannhauser, Thomas Chippendale and Thomas Sheridan. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Antique furniture can be worth quite a lot, particularly if it is in good quality. The rarer the piece, the higher the value.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 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 1, 2024
    To date antique furniture from the UK, first look for identifying markings on the piece. You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active. From there, you may be able to estimate the year of production by looking at images of other furniture the maker produced. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also aid you in the dating process. Find a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 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 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 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.

  • 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.