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Antique Victorian Games Table Chess Backgammon 1840
Located in Potters Bar, GB
crafted piece of English furniture Legs are very intricately designed with various motifs Bought from a
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1840s Victorian Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Rosewood

Antique Italian Louis XVI Giltwood Armchairs, Florentine Silk Fabric Set of Six
Located in Firenze, IT
18th century. Later, it emerged in Hepplewhite and Classical Revival furniture leg styles. Wide seat
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18th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Gold Leaf

Italian Louis XVI center table in inlaid wood
Located in Vicenza, IT
shape of the furniture leg is typical of Louis XVI furniture. In fact, it is characterized by shapes
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Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Wood

Antique Italian Louis XVI center table in inlaid wood
Italian Louis XVI center table in inlaid wood
H 30.52 in W 31.11 in D 15.75 in
Italian Louis XVI bedside table or small sideboard, 1780
By Giuseppe Maggiolini
Located in Vicenza, IT
of the inlay of the front and sides. Truncated-pyramidal legs This shape of the furniture leg is
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Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Marble

Burmese Side Table Carved Elephant Legs Burma Antique Furniture
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Gorgeous Burmese side table with hand carved elephant legs Very distinctive look on this table we
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1890s Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Other

Antique Johnson Furniture Co. Satinwood & Mahogany Marquetry Chifferobe Dresser
By Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Big Flats, NY
chifferobe dresser by Johnson Furniture Co. offers satinwood and mahogany construction with floral marquetry
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Early 20th Century Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Bombay Art Furniture An Anglo-Japanese Walnut armchair with a double back leg.
Located in London, GB
A late Anglo-Japanese style Walnut armchair with a stylish double back leg incorporated into the
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Early 1900s English Anglo-Japanese Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Walnut

Stunning Baker Furniture Ornate Chinoiserie Lacquered Bar Cabinet on Stand
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Simply stunning, ornate (inside and out), George III Oriental lacquer cabinet by Baker Furniture
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1760s American Chinese Chippendale Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Brass

1920s Fine Gateleg Drop Leaf Dining Table Solid Mahogany Sculptural Legs
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1920s Fine gateleg drop leaf solid mahogany dining table. Carved sculptural legs. Rich wood grain
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1920s North American Chippendale Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Imperial Furniture Queen Anne Mahogany Pie Crust Pedestal Table Stand
Located in Dayton, OH
"Early 20th century Queen Anne style pie crust table by Imperial Furniture of Grand Rapids. Made
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Early 20th Century Queen Anne Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Mahogany

Mid Century Cork Top Side or End Table by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Co.
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Cork top side or end table designed by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Company, rendered in
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Brass

Spider Leg Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
A late 18th century spider leg table, featuring a thin single piece top over a shaped apron to all
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1790s English Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Mahogany

Spider Leg Table
Spider Leg Table
H 28 in W 26 in D 19 in
American Country Sheraton Gate Leg Table with Reeded Tapered Legs
Located in Carmel, CA
American country Sheraton pine gate leg table with two drop leaves. The top and leaves are one
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Early 19th Century American Sheraton Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Pine

Six Leg Harvest Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Six leg harvest table with a two board top. Nice patina with traces of old paint.
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1860s American Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Wood

Six Leg Harvest Table
Six Leg Harvest Table
H 31.75 in W 132.25 in D 29.5 in
Six Leg Table / Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
Six leg table / desk with two drawers and excellent patina.
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1920s Italian Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Wood

Six Leg Table / Desk
Six Leg Table / Desk
H 40.5 in W 119 in D 31.5 in
Six Leg Tailor Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Wonderful six leg tailor table with lower shelf and two drawers. Wonderfull unpainted top and
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1920s Italian Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Iron

Six Leg Tailor Table
Six Leg Tailor Table
H 35.5 in W 117.25 in D 35.25 in
Walnut Gate Leg Table with "Claw and Ball" Legs, 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
This rectangular table has four legs ended in eagle talons holding balls, and has a drawer and two
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19th Century European Neoclassical Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Metal

Sheraton Mahogany Game Table w/ Reeded Legs Serpentine Top Acanthus Leg Carvings
By Thomas Sheraton
Located in Savannah, GA
This handsome Sheraton swing leg game table offers mahogany construction with a flip top. Features
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1810s English Sheraton Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Mahogany

American Classical Bobbin Leg Wood 2-Tier Turned Leg Side Table, 19th Century
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
An American Revival or American Classical style barley twist or bobbin turned leg wooden side or
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Early 20th Century American American Classical Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Wood

Six Leg Table with Drawers
Located in Chicago, IL
Six leg table with drawers. Wonderful natural wood top with blue painted base.
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1910s Italian Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Wood

Six Leg Table with Drawers
Six Leg Table with Drawers
H 33 in W 137 in D 42.5 in
Regency Mahogany Spider Leg Table
Located in Essex, MA
Rectangular top with conforming lower shelf, spindle legs and stretchers.
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1820s English Regency Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Mahogany Spider Leg Table
Regency Mahogany Spider Leg Table
H 26.5 in W 21 in D 14 in
19th Century Splayed Leg Table
Located in Pasadena, CA
Massive splayed leg oak table. Top is one solid piece of wood with two drawers sitting underneath.
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19th Century Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Oak

19th Century Splayed Leg Table
19th Century Splayed Leg Table
H 30.75 in W 60 in D 29.75 in
Antique Cabriole Leg Mahogany Stool
Located in Port Chester, NY
An elegant cabriole leg bench, newly upholstered in cream linen with double piping at the edges
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Late 19th Century English Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Cabriole Leg Mahogany Stool
Antique Cabriole Leg Mahogany Stool
H 18.5 in W 46 in D 18 in
English Hepplewhite Spider Leg Table
Located in Wilson, NC
. The legs are joined by an "X" cross stretcher.
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1790s English Hepplewhite Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Ebony, Mahogany

English Hepplewhite Spider Leg Table
English Hepplewhite Spider Leg Table
H 28.5 in W 18 in D 14 in
Antique English Bobbin Leg Table
Located in Nashville, TN
This is a wonderful English round bobbin leg table. The term bobbin comes from the shape of the
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Early 1900s English Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Hardwood

English Gate Leg Table
Located in Nashville, TN
This charming 19th-century English gate leg table embodies a timeless design and practical elegance
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Early 1900s English Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Hardwood

English Gate Leg Table
English Gate Leg Table
H 2,605 in W 33 in D 27 in
Primitive Welsh Splayed Leg Stool
Located in Houston, TX
Primitive Welsh splayed leg stool with rectangular-shaped slatted seat. This charming dark brown
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Mid-19th Century Welsh Folk Art Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Wood

Primitive Welsh Splayed Leg Stool
Primitive Welsh Splayed Leg Stool
H 20.25 in W 16.25 in D 15.75 in
H-Stretcher Spider Leg Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
A light and airy English 18th century mahogany spider leg table. Delicate single plank top over
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1790s English Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Mahogany

H-Stretcher Spider Leg Table
H-Stretcher Spider Leg Table
H 28 in W 24 in D 18 in
17th Century Flemish Gate Leg Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Early oval Oak table with carved gate legs and single drawer Exceptional wax finish with great
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17th Century Belgian Rustic Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Oak

17th Century Flemish Gate Leg Table
17th Century Flemish Gate Leg Table
H 29.5 in W 33 in D 49 in
Antique Dolphin Leg Side Table
Located in Newport Beach, CA
A wonderful, hand-carved, solid walnut, parcel ebonized, veneered Venetian three leg side table
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Mid-19th Century Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Marble

Antique Dolphin Leg Side Table
Antique Dolphin Leg Side Table
H 30.5 in Dm 18.25 in
Regency Mahogany Spider Leg Table
Located in Essex, MA
legs and turned X form stretchers.
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1810s English Regency Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Mahogany Spider Leg Table
Regency Mahogany Spider Leg Table
H 28.75 in W 25 in D 17.75 in
Pair of Steel Legs
Located in New York, NY
Visually interesting pair of vintage industrial-looking steel legs. Originally used for architect's
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Early 20th Century French Antique Furniture Legs

Pair of Steel Legs
Pair of Steel Legs
H 41 in W 32 in D 32 in
English Walnut Turned Leg Stool
Located in Wilson, NC
English walnut turned leg stool, the upholstered seat that has trees, flowers and capital letters
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1860s English Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut

English Walnut Turned Leg Stool
English Walnut Turned Leg Stool
H 23.75 in Dm 17.25 in
Side Table with Turned Legs
Located in Nantucket, MA
Side table with turned legs and a grey painted base.
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Mid-19th Century Canadian Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Pine, Paint

Side Table with Turned Legs
Side Table with Turned Legs
H 28 in W 32 in D 16.5 in
Gueridon Table With Scroll Legs
Located in Washington, DC
A very heavy cast iron black painted and gilt gueridon table with four scroll legs. The
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Early 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Iron

Country Oak Turned Leg Stool
Located in Port Chester, NY
An elegant country stool with nice turned legs and a slightly higher than average loft. Nicely
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Late 19th Century English Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Oak

Country Oak Turned Leg Stool
Country Oak Turned Leg Stool
H 23 in W 27.5 in D 14.5 in
Set Queen Anne Dining Chairs Walnut Furniture
Located in Potters Bar, GB
1920 The Chairs are Raised Upon Cabriole Legs with Pad Feet, Having Carved Shells to the Knees. The
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1920s Queen Anne Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Walnut

Mahogany Bench on Carved Legs
Located in Woodbury, CT
such time that it is needed. On four well-executed cabriole legs with deeply carved acanthus relief and
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19th Century British George II Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Mahogany Bench on Carved Legs
Mahogany Bench on Carved Legs
H 19 in W 23 in D 19 in
Swedish Rococo Gate-Leg Painted Table
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Period Swedish Rococo painted gate-leg table. This large table features an oblong top with two
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18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Wood

Swedish Rococo Gate-Leg Painted Table
Swedish Rococo Gate-Leg Painted Table
H 29.93 in W 71.66 in D 30.32 in
Italian Giltwood Bench with Exaggerated Legs
By Maison Baguès, Maison Jansen
Located in Houston, TX
Italian giltwood bench with exaggerated legs. Stunning Italian gilt wood bench with exaggerated
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1920s Italian Rococo Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Giltwood

English Edwardian Prosthetic Leg
Located in London, GB
Edwardian Prosthetic leg We share what we love, and we love this unusual fully articulated
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1910s British Edwardian Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Metal

English Edwardian Prosthetic Leg
English Edwardian Prosthetic Leg
H 40 in W 12 in D 11 in
French cabriole leg extending farmhouse table
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Hutton-Clarke Antiques is delighted to present a splendid French Cabriole Leg leg-extending table
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Late 19th Century French Country Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Cherry

French cabriole leg extending farmhouse table
French cabriole leg extending farmhouse table
H 30.71 in W 70.87 in D 33.08 in
Four Legged Mahogany Stool, Inlayed Legs
Located in Port Chester, NY
the seat. Constructed with mahogany legs, intricately carved and inlayed with what we believe is
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Late 19th Century English Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Mahogany

18th century Swedish Gate leg table
Located in Malton, GB
This is a beautifully rustic folk art Swedish gate leg dining table in original paint from over the
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18th Century Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Pine

18th century Swedish Gate leg table
18th century Swedish Gate leg table
H 29.53 in W 65.36 in D 40.95 in
18th Century English Walnut Gate Leg Table with Drop Leaves & Turned Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
18th Century English Walnut Gate Leg Table with Drop Leaves & Turned Legs
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18th Century Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Walnut

Collection of Ladies Leg Calipers
Located in Nantucket, MA
A collection of ladies leg calipers Group of nine user-made whimsical calipers in the form of
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Metal

17th c. English Corkscrew Leg Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
single drawer with center bronze pull, on corkscrew legs joined by rectangular section box stretcher
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Late 17th Century English Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Oak

Antique Cherry Tapered Leg Dining Table
Located in Billingshurst, GB
The image showcases an exquisite antique cherry table with tapered legs and a sturdy base. The
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Early 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Cherry

Antique Cherry Tapered Leg Dining Table
Antique Cherry Tapered Leg Dining Table
H 29.5 in W 105.5 in D 34 in
18th century Dutch Leg Gate Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18th century Dutch gate leg wood table with a rustic green and red painted top. Table has one
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19th Century Dutch Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Wood, Paint

18th century Dutch Leg Gate Table
18th century Dutch Leg Gate Table
H 28.5 in W 19 in D 34.5 in
Oak Joint Stool with Carved Legs
Located in Port Chester, NY
A small carved oak footstool, chunky and handsome. The turned legs add an additional design note
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Late 19th Century English Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Oak

Oak Joint Stool with Carved Legs
Oak Joint Stool with Carved Legs
H 20 in W 25 in D 15.5 in
English Mahogany Turned Leg Serving Table
Located in Wilson, NC
English mahogany turned leg serving table, the top has beautiful color and patina with ''breadboard
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1850s English Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Brass

English Mahogany Turned Leg Serving Table
English Mahogany Turned Leg Serving Table
H 30.88 in W 42 in D 21.38 in
Upholstered Mahogany Bench with Fluted Legs
Located in Port Chester, NY
seat. Constructed with fluted mahogany legs, circa 1890 that are well-carved and sturdy. Very good
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Late 19th Century English Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Mahogany

Oval Fruitwood Breakfast Table, Turned Legs
Located in Port Chester, NY
A pretty and practical oval fruitwood breakfast or occasional table with glossy turned legs. Both
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Fruitwood

Oval Fruitwood Breakfast Table, Turned Legs
Oval Fruitwood Breakfast Table, Turned Legs
H 30.25 in W 54.5 in D 39.25 in
Pale Oak Cabriole Leg Farmhouse Table
Located in Billingshurst, GB
Pale Oak Cabriole leg Farmhouse table with one side drawer and bread slide. This table has
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Early 1900s French French Provincial Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Oak

Pale Oak Cabriole Leg Farmhouse Table
Pale Oak Cabriole Leg Farmhouse Table
H 29.5 in W 78.5 in D 31 in
Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Tarza, High Leg Plater, Tall Leg Charger, 1820s
Located in Norton, MA
Chinese Famille rose porcelain tarza, high leg plater, tall leg charger, the 1820s.  
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Early 19th Century Chinese Other Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Porcelain

French 17th Century Gate Leg Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
. Beautifully constructed from stunning walnut in a rectangular shape with nicely turned legs and a single
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17th Century French Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Walnut

French 17th Century Gate Leg Table
French 17th Century Gate Leg Table
H 30.88 in W 66.63 in D 27 in
19Thc Plank Stool With Three Legs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19Thc Plank Seat stool with three legs similar to shaker style.This super comfortable milking stool
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19th Century American Adirondack Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Wood

19Thc Plank Stool With Three Legs
19Thc Plank Stool With Three Legs
H 13.5 in W 16 in D 14.5 in
Swedish Walnut Crossed-Leg Table, FR-1145
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Swedish Walnut Crossed-Leg Table Item #: FR-1145 Material: Walnut Dimensions: 38.5"D X 49.5"W X
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19th Century Swedish Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Walnut

Swedish Walnut Crossed-Leg Table, FR-1145
Swedish Walnut Crossed-Leg Table, FR-1145
H 31.25 in W 49.5 in D 38.5 in
English Gate Leg Table #613
Located in Nashville, TN
has a lovely dark finish and beautiful patina. The turned, spiral legs add the perfect touch of
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1890s English Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Hardwood

English Gate Leg Table #613
English Gate Leg Table #613
H 28 in W 36 in D 24 in
Gilt Bronze Ostrich Leg Candlestick.
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920s French gilt bronze ostrich leg candlestick or floor lamp. Measurements: Height 33
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Early 20th Century French Antique Furniture Legs

Materials

Bronze

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Antique Furniture Legs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of antique furniture legs is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, walnut and oak, all antique furniture legs available were constructed with great care. Antique furniture legs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique furniture legs bearing Victorian or Baroque hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many antique furniture legs are appealing in their simplicity, but Liberty & Co., Dos Gallos Studio and Charles G. Bush & Co produced popular antique furniture legs that are worth a look.

How Much are Antique Furniture Legs?

Prices for antique furniture legs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, antique furniture legs begin at $85 and can go as high as $195,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,300.
Questions About Antique Furniture Legs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Fancy table legs are called by a variety of names. Ones with very small ribs are reeded, while those with more widely spaced ribs are fluted. Legs that scroll outward are known as cabriole legs. Baroque chairs sometimes had carved S-shaped ones commonly referred to as Flemish scroll legs. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and antique tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    An easy way to identify your furniture is to look at the manufacturing label, stamp, or tag which shows the name of the creator. There might also be a signature from the furniture maker instead.
    1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    You can easily identify your furniture by looking over them in areas such as the underside or backside. If there are drawers, you can pull them out to inspect all the sides. A maker’s mark is often placed in these areas. You can also look for identification papers, as they give the location of the factory, date of manufacture, name of the maker and the location of the factory. Find a variety of antique and vintage furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cabriole leg furniture is a chair, table or case good with a certain leg style called a cabriole. Its design starts with a convex curve and then continues with a concave curve. Normally, the width of the leg grows smaller from the top to the foot. Find a collection of cabriole leg furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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.