Antique Furniture Guides
Late 19th Century German Grand Tour Antique Furniture Guides
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1920s Antique Furniture Guides
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Early 20th Century English Antique Furniture Guides
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Late 19th Century German Grand Tour Antique Furniture Guides
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Furniture Guides
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Furniture Guides
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1920s German Victorian Antique Furniture Guides
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Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Furniture Guides
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Early 20th Century European Edwardian Antique Furniture Guides
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Furniture Guides
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1850s Antique Furniture Guides
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Early 20th Century British Antique Furniture Guides
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1920s Spanish Antique Furniture Guides
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Furniture Guides
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19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Furniture Guides
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1680s Antique Furniture Guides
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Early 17th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Antique Furniture Guides
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1830s Antique Furniture Guides
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Early 1900s American Antique Furniture Guides
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Furniture Guides
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1760s Antique Furniture Guides
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Late 18th Century English School Antique Furniture Guides
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Late 18th Century English School Antique Furniture Guides
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Late 18th Century English School Antique Furniture Guides
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Late 18th Century English School Antique Furniture Guides
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Late 18th Century English School Antique Furniture Guides
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Late 18th Century English School Antique Furniture Guides
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Late 18th Century English School Antique Furniture Guides
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Late 18th Century English School Antique Furniture Guides
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Late 18th Century English School Antique Furniture Guides
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Late 18th Century English School Antique Furniture Guides
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Late 18th Century English School Antique Furniture Guides
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Early 20th Century Antique Furniture Guides
Mahogany, Gesso, Wood, Paper
Late 18th Century English School Antique Furniture Guides
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Furniture Guides
Leather, Birch
Early 1900s German Black Forest Antique Furniture Guides
Wood
Early 1700s English William and Mary Antique Furniture Guides
Oak
1860s English High Victorian Antique Furniture Guides
Hardwood, Walnut
1860s English High Victorian Antique Furniture Guides
Marble
19th Century Burmese Victorian Antique Furniture Guides
Hardwood
1760s European Antique Furniture Guides
Mahogany
1860s English High Victorian Antique Furniture Guides
Marble, Iron
1920s English Country Antique Furniture Guides
Leather, Hardwood
1920s English Country Antique Furniture Guides
Hardwood
1810s English Regency Antique Furniture Guides
Wood
1830s English William IV Antique Furniture Guides
Marble
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Furniture Guides
Zinc
Late 19th Century English Antique Furniture Guides
Mahogany
1880s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Furniture Guides
Walnut
19th Century English Victorian Antique Furniture Guides
Wood
19th Century English Victorian Antique Furniture Guides
Wood, Boxwood
Late 19th Century Moroccan Late Victorian Antique Furniture Guides
Brass
1920s English Art Deco Antique Furniture Guides
Iron
19th Century French Victorian Antique Furniture Guides
Marble
1860s French High Victorian Antique Furniture Guides
Fruitwood
1880s English High Victorian Antique Furniture Guides
Wood
Late 18th Century English Hepplewhite Antique Furniture Guides
Elm
1860s European High Victorian Antique Furniture Guides
Oak
Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Furniture Guides
Walnut
1660s English Charles II Antique Furniture Guides
Oak
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- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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, 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 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 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 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 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 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.