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Antique Chipped Carved Camphor Wood Box, Scotland 1880
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique Chipped Carved camphor wood box, Scotland 1880, H617 Scotland 1880 Solid Camphor wood
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Antique 19th Century Scottish Umbrella Stands

Materials

Wood

Scottish Miniature Burl Wood Chest of Drawers, 1863
Located in Savannah, GA
A Scottish miniature chest of drawers in burled wood. Drawer inscribed on underside with maker’s
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Antique 1860s Scottish Models and Miniatures

Materials

Wood

Scottish Ram in Polychrome Wood, 19th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Superb polychrome carved wooden ram from Scotland-19th century Very elegant and surprising ram
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Antique 19th Century Scottish Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Hardwood

Scottish Ram in Polychrome Wood, 19th Century
Scottish Ram in Polychrome Wood, 19th Century
H 28.35 in W 22.45 in D 42.92 in
Antique Art Nouveau Inkstand, Wood + Kingwood Inlaid, Scotland, 1900
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique Art Nouveau inkstand, Wood + kingwood inlaid, Scotland 1900, H627 Scotland 1900 Wood
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Antique Early 1900s Scottish Inkwells

Materials

Wood

Orkney Chair in Wood and Oat Straw, Scotland, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Orkney chair, a timeless masterpiece hailing from the enchanting landscapes of Scotland in the 19th
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Antique 19th Century Scottish Arts and Crafts Armchairs

Materials

Straw, Wood

Set of 6 Regency Wood Dining Chairs Lift-up Seats, Scotland 1830, H594
Located in Vancouver, BC
Set of 6 Regency Wood dining chairs lift-up seats, Scotland 1830, H594 Scotland 1830 Solid Wood
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Antique 1830s Scottish Regency Chairs

Materials

Wood

Victorian Inlaid Wood with Pollard Oak Writing Box, Scotland 1870, H170
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique Victorian inlaid wood with pollard oak writing box, Scotland 1870, H170 Scotland 1870
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Antique 19th Century Scottish Umbrella Stands

Materials

Wood

Pair of Scottish Ram in Polychrome Wood, 19 Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Superb pair of rams in polychrome carved wood from Scotland-19th century Very elegant and unique
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Antique 19th Century Scottish Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

Scottish 19th Century Turned Mixed Wood Salt Box
Located in Greenwich, CT
Good mid 19th Century turned wall mounted salt box, fashioned with alternating bands of sycamore and mahogany and having good crisp turned details and an exceptional patinated surfac...
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Antique 19th Century Scottish Boxes

Materials

Mahogany, Sycamore

Antique Victorian Canterbury Music/Magazine Rack, Wood, Scotland 1870, H316
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique Victorian Canterbury Music/Magazine rack, Wood, Scotland 1870, H316 Scotland 1870 Solid
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Antique 1870s Scottish Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Wood

Antique Art Nouveau, Inlaid Wood, Music Cabinet, Scotland 1900, H129
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique Art Nouveau, inlaid wood, music cabinet, Scotland 1900, H129 Scotland 1900 Solid wood
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Antique Early 1900s Scottish Cabinets

Materials

Rosewood

Antique Victorian Writing Slope Wood and Mother of Pearl Scotland 1870 H613
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique Victorian writing slope, wood and mother of pearl, Scotland 1870, H613 Scotland 1870 Solid
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Antique 1870s Scottish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century Scottish Witches Mirror With Etched Thistles And Elm Wood Frame
Located in Stamford, CT
Rare Scottish elm wood mirror, the beveled glass etched with thistles and roses, the center with
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Antique 19th Century Scottish High Victorian Convex Mirrors

Materials

Glass, Elm

Early 19th Century Scottish Armchair
Located in New Orleans, LA
A fine antique armchair from the early 19th century.
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Antique Early 19th Century Scottish Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Early 19th Century Scottish Armchair
Early 19th Century Scottish Armchair
H 45.5 in W 24.5 in D 25 in
Pair of Oak Wood Armchairs, Attributed to George Walton, Scotland, circa 1890
By George Walton
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of oak and rush armchairs. Attributed to George Henry Walton. Scotland, circa 1890. Glasgow
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Antique 1890s Scottish Arts and Crafts Armchairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

20th C. Scottish Sterling & Carved Celtic Knot Bog Wood Dirk with Topaz
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
20th Century Scottish Sterling & Carved Celtic Knot Bog Wood Dirk (Sgain Dubh) with Topaz, a
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Late 20th Century Scottish Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Scottish Horseshoe Back Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Scottish horseshoe-back chair, circa 1850-1870. This vernacular Windsor style stick-back chair from
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Antique Mid-19th Century Scottish Folk Art Chairs

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Paint, Yew, Pine, Elm

Scottish Horseshoe Back Chair
Scottish Horseshoe Back Chair
H 25 in W 15 in D 18.75 in
Ian Kane, "Untitled" Tryptic, Scotland, 1992
Located in Catonvielle, FR
Ian Kane, untitled Tryptic, painted steel, rubber, wood and bolts, Dalcross Island, 1992
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20th Century Scottish Other Contemporary Art

Materials

Steel

Ian Kane, "Untitled" Tryptic, Scotland, 1992
Ian Kane, "Untitled" Tryptic, Scotland, 1992
H 32.68 in W 74.41 in D 1.19 in
Large, Unusual Scottish 10-Drawer Linen Press
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A large 19th century Scottish, mahogany linen press, composed of two flights of five drawers
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Antique 19th Century Scottish Linen Presses

Materials

Wood

Scottish Edwardian Hardwood Bolection Fireplace Surround.
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A handsome and versatile Scottish Edwardian hardwood Bolection fireplace surround of good
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Antique Early 1900s Scottish Edwardian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Wood

Large Fernware Round Charger from Mauchline, Scotland
Located in Austin, TX
A fine large Scottish fernware charger of varnished sycamore wood and featuring a lovely radiating
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Antique 19th Century Scottish Decorative Art

Materials

Wood, Sycamore

Early 19th Century Mahogany Wood Scottish Drumhead Tall Case Clock
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Transport yourself back in time with this exquisite Early 19th Century Mahogany Wood Scottish
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Antique 1820s European Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Brass

Wall Mounted Scottish Salt Box
Located in Greenwich, CT
Lovely mid 19th century Scottish wall mounted salt box of staved construction, the shaped back with
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Antique 19th Century Scottish Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Wall Mounted Scottish Salt Box
Wall Mounted Scottish Salt Box
H 9 in W 5 in D 4.5 in
Early 19th Century Scottish Antique Glove Stretcher Tartan McPherson
Located in Stamford, CT
Early 19th century Scottish glove stretcher with a tartan McPherson colors. Tartan also called
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Antique Early 19th Century Scottish Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Scottish Lignum Vitae Carpet/Lawn Ball
Located in Pasadena, CA
This a good example of a 19th century Scottish Lignum Vitae carpet or lawn ball. Lignum Vitae is
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Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Games

Materials

Iron

Scottish Sewing Set of Tartan Ware, 19th Century
Located in Delft, NL
Scottish sewing set of Tartan ware, 19th century Set of 4 items of Tartanware, Scottish sewing set
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Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Large Scottish Carved Pine Mirror
Located in Hudson, NY
and gilt. Lastly note that original plate glass is intact as is the all wood backing. This mirror was
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Antique 19th Century Scottish Victorian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Pine

Large Scottish Carved Pine Mirror
Large Scottish Carved Pine Mirror
H 70 in W 42 in D 3 in
Vintage Scottish Sterling Silver Dog Paperweight
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage Elizabeth II Scottish cast sterling silver and wood
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Vintage 1980s Scottish Paperweights

Materials

Sterling Silver

Scottish George III Laburnum Carver Armchair Of Generous Proportions.
Located in Skipton, GB
big and bold armchair is made from Laburnum , a timber popular with Scottish furniture makers of the
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Antique Late 18th Century Scottish Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Antique Rustic Scottish Patinated Cupboard from a Kitchen
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Very nice brown-red painted cupboard from a kitchen, Scotland. Beautiful old patina. Two drawers
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Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Cupboards

Materials

Wood

Scottish Two-Tiered Bookcase of Mahogany
Located in Austin, TX
A fine Scottish two-tier bookcase cabinet of mahogany, featuring a canopy top over two glazed
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Antique 19th Century Scottish Bookcases

Materials

Brass, Metal

Scottish Two-Tiered Bookcase of Mahogany
Scottish Two-Tiered Bookcase of Mahogany
H 86 in W 38.25 in D 18.75 in
Scottish Lignum Vitae Carpet/Lawn Ball II
Located in Pasadena, CA
This a good example of a 19th century Scottish Lignum vitae carpet or lawn ball. Lignum Vitae is
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Games

Materials

Iron

1926 Scottish Sterling Silver Caddy Spoon
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V Scottish sterling silver caddy spoon; an
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Vintage 1920s Scottish Tableware

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Scottish Grandfather Clock
Located in New York, NY
Scottish Grandfather clock: Clock face painted with settings of the Fair Maid of Perth during the
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Antique 19th Century Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood

Scottish Grandfather Clock
Scottish Grandfather Clock
H 76 in W 21 in D 9 in
Ant. Victorian Inlaid Turnbridge Ware Writing Box, Scotland 1870, H1036
Located in Vancouver, BC
Ant. Victorian Inlaid Turnbridge Ware Writing Box, Scotland 1870, H1036 Scotland 1870 Mixed
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Antique 19th Century Scottish Umbrella Stands

Materials

Wood

Antique Victorian Scottish Sterling Silver Teapot Stand
By James McKay
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian Scottish sterling silver teapot stand; an
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Antique 1830s Scottish Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Fall Front Bureau, Scottish, Writing Desk, Georgian Revival, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique fall front bureau. A Scottish, mahogany writing desk in Georgian revival taste
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Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Scottish Stuart Tartanware Tea Caddy Circa 1860 Victorian
Located in London, GB
A 19th century Stuart Tartanware tea caddy. A single compartment caddy, marked Stuart to lid; 4 1/4 inches (11 cm) Tall by 4 1/4 inches (11 cm) Wide by 4 inches (10.2 cm) Deep. This ...
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Antique 1860s Scottish Victorian Tea Caddies

Materials

Wood

Beautiful Scottish Victorian Mahogany Magic Lantern or Camera
Located in Antwerp, BE
A beautiful Scottish Victorian mahogany magic lantern, made by William Hume, scientific instrument
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Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Mounted Objects

Materials

Brass

Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Ebonized Corner Cabinet, Scotland 1850, H221
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique Victorian carved walnut ebonized corner display cabinet, Scotland 1850, H221 Scotland 1850
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Antique 1850s Scottish Victorian Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Small Scottish Orkney Wingback Chair with Handwoven Straw Back, circa 1900
Located in Atlanta, GA
A small Scottish Orkney accent chair from the early 20th century, with handwoven straw back and
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Early 20th Century Scottish Rustic Armchairs

Materials

Straw, Wood

Antique Golden Oak Jewelry Box, Arts & Crafts, Card Box, Scotland 1910, H1082
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique Oak Card Box, Arts and Crafts Golden Oak Bridge Jewelry Box, Scotland 1910, H1082
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Vintage 1930s Scottish Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood

Scottish Regency Style Pair Ebonized Giltwood Palatial Jardinieres, Sotheby’s.
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Scottish Regency Style Pair Ebonized Giltwood Palatial Jardinieres Sotheby’s Provenance. Fabulous
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Antique 19th Century Scottish Regency Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Wood

Antique Victorian Scottish Sterling Silver Brandy Pan
By James McKay
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian Scottish sterling silver brandy warmer / pan
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Antique 1850s Scottish Victorian Barware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Large Wm. Youngers Ales Stained Glass Pub Sign from Scotland
Located in Austin, TX
A large rectangular Scottish pub sign panel advertising Wm. Youngers Ales - a famed brewery with
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Early 20th Century Scottish Signs

Materials

Lead, Metal

19th Century Scottish Mauchline Ware Jewelry or Trinket Box
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
decoration entitled “Mineral Wells Moffat”, “Moffat” and “Craigie Burn Wood”.
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Antique 19th Century Scottish Jewelry Boxes

Mid 18th Century Scottish Bardigilo Marble Fireplace Surround.
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A desirable and rare Scottish George IlI mid 18th Century (1760) Bardigilo marble fireplace
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Antique 1760s Scottish George III Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Marble

Early 20th Century Scottish Bagpiper's Bonnet on Stand
Located in Chicago, IL
A playful yet strong early 20th century Scottish bagpiper's bonnet with a woven wool checkerboard
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Early 20th Century Scottish Mounted Objects

Materials

Wool, Feathers

18th Century Scottish Drumhead Tall Case Clock
Located in Tarry Town, NY
18th century Colin Croll Scottish drumhead tall case clock in mahogany case with banded veneer
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Antique 1780s Scottish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Brass

Scottish 19th Century Georgian Carved Pine Fireplace Surround.
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A large and elegant -Scottish (Edinburgh’s New Town) 19th Century Georgian carved pine and lime
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Antique 1830s Scottish Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Pine

A 19th Century Scottish dressing table with mirror by Jack, Paterson & Co.
Located in Delft, NL
A 19th Century Scottish dressing table with mirror by Jack, Paterson & Co. A Mahogany curved
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Antique 19th Century Scottish Dressers

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Child's Orkney Chair with Hand Woven Straw Back, Scotland, 19th Century
Located in Aramits, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Late 19th-century child's armchair or fauteuil from the Scottish Orkney Islands, also referred to
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Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Rustic Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Straw, Rush

Scottish Wooden and Silver Plated Bowl
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Original bowl for your table: for apples, hazelnuts, biscuits. Not only wood engraved, but also
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Early 20th Century Scottish Arts and Crafts Serving Bowls

Materials

Fruitwood

Scottish Mauchline Ware Tea Caddy attributed to Smiths
Located in Northampton, GB
Scottish white-wood products, it was mainly manufactured from the 1820s until 1939. The production of
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Antique Early 19th Century Scottish William IV Tea Caddies

Materials

Sycamore

Scottish Mauchline Ware Tea Caddy attributed to Smiths
Scottish Mauchline Ware Tea Caddy attributed to Smiths
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H 5.52 in W 5.32 in D 4.53 in
Oil Painting Titled "Loch Tyt N. B.": Scotland, England, Thomas Hines, 19th C.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Scottish Highland landscape, by 19th century British painter Thomas Hines, signed on lower right
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Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Edwardian Paintings

Materials

Paint, Wood

Set Of 5 Antique Dining Chairs, Scottish, Buckle Back Seat, William IV, C.1835
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a set of 5 antique dining chairs. A Scottish, rosewood buckle back seat, dating to the
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Antique Mid-19th Century Scottish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antique Set 14 Scottish Athenian Dining Chairs, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
species. Mahogany has been used for centuries in ship building, house building, furniture making etc
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Antique 1810s Scottish Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

1950s Scottish Baker's Cupboard Douglas Fir Pine and Marble
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
A wonderful Scottish Baker's Cupboard 4 Centre drawers of equal size flanked by 2 cupboards with 2
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Mid-20th Century Scottish Country Cupboards

Materials

Pine

Antique George III Scottish Flame Mahogany Inlaid Stageback Cellarette Sideboard
Located in Glasgow, GB
boxes and beneath where they sit. The raised stage back is peculiar to Scottish furniture and was used
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Antique Early 19th Century Scottish George III Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Antique George III Scottish Mahogany Bowfront Sideboard 18th Century
Located in London, GB
"best suited to furniture where strength is demanded as well as a wood that works up easily, has a
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Antique 1790s Scottish George III Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany

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Scottish Wood Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of Scottish wood furniture you’re looking for. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and brass. If you’re shopping for an item from our selection of Scottish wood furniture, we have 180 options in-stock, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a choice in our collection of Scottish wood furniture — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. An object in our assortment of Scottish wood furniture is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Victorian and Georgian styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made option in this array of Scottish wood furniture over the years, but those crafted by Charles Rennie Mackintosh, A.H. MacIntosh & Company and A.H. McIntosh Furniture are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Scottish Wood Furniture?

Prices for a piece of Scottish wood furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $200 and can go as high as $61,315, while the average can fetch as much as $2,800.
Questions About Scottish Wood Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    The woods used in making furniture are categorized as softwood, which comes from evergreens; hardwood, from trees like oak, ash and mahogany; or hard & soft, referring to maple wood, which comes in both a soft and a hard variety.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Many companies make wood furniture. In fact, wood is one of the most commonly used materials for furniture construction. Some well-known makers include Hans J. Wegner, Stephanie Odegard Collection, Andrianna Shamaris, Stickley Furniture, Bassett Furniture, Baker Furniture Company and Cassina. Find a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary wood furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Bocote is the most expensive wood for furniture.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    Yes, oak wood is good for furniture. Due to its density, oak furniture is sturdy and can stand the test of time. The wood is also fairly resistant to rot, mold and mildew, especially when given a protective finish. As a result, it can even be used to make outdoor furniture. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of wood furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Whether Bernhardt furniture is solid wood or not varies from piece to piece. The furniture maker does use solid hardwoods to produce the frames of some of its upholstered goods and instead employs plywood and engineered wood for frame construction. Many of Bernhardt's other furnishings feature wood veneers rather than solid wood. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Bernhardt furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, in fact, pecan wood has been used for furniture, cabinetry and even in making certain tools. Pecan wood is durable and only moderately heavy. Shop a collection of pecan wood furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Teakwood is a type of wood popularly used in Indonesian furniture. It is a tropical hardwood mainly used in Java, Indonesia, that can grow up to 130 feet tall. Shop a collection of Indonesian furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    The best wood for outdoor furniture is a matter of preference. Teak, cypress, white oak and cedar are said to be among the most popular materials for outdoor furniture. Hardwoods are typically stronger and denser than their softwood counterparts when it comes to choosing the best tables and chairs for your patio and garden. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage wooden outdoor furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Stickley furniture is made from a variety of wood types. However, the furniture manufacturer is best known for working with high-quality solid white oak wood. You'll find a collection of Stickley furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Drexel Furniture was known for the use of oak wood, native to the area in North Carolina where the company was based. Their attention to quality and detail highlighted the beauty of the wood they used. Browse a variety of Drexel Furniture pieces from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The kind of wood Mexican furniture is made of varies. However, most pieces made in Mexico are pine wood. In Michoacan, Puebla and Guanajuato, skilled woodworkers produce furniture by hand using traditional techniques and offer it for sale unfinished or varnished. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of wood furniture from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Whether Pulaski furniture is solid wood depends on the piece. Many of the American furniture maker's pieces feature solid wood construction. However, others are wood veneers over a wood base. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Pulaski furniture from some of the world's top dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To see if your furniture is cherry wood, take a look at the grain. Cherry has a simple, closed grain, similar to maple wood. Shop a collection of cherry wood furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The best wood for rustic furniture can be cedarwood. It not only adds rich crimson hues to rustic log furniture, but it also boosts rot resistance and acts as a natural insect repellent. The dense knots in cedar add to the rustic log furniture's natural appearance. This sort of wood is both long-lasting and cost-effective. It can withstand temperature and moisture variations, making it less likely to expand or contract in response to humidity. In humid regions, it holds up nicely. Shop a variety of cedar furniture today on 1stDibs.
  • Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

    The two most revered and expensive woods in classical Chinese furniture are huanghuali (黄花梨)  and zitan (紫檀)

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Ercol furniture makes pieces out of a variety of hardwoods. Some popular materials include ash, walnut, elm, beech and oak. Typically, the company sources wood from North America and Europe. On 1stDibs, you can find a selection of Ercol furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Yes, most Bassett furniture is solid wood. The American furniture maker sources Appalachian hardwoods like cherry, oak and maple to use in its furniture. To ensure quality, all pieces are built by hand with techniques passed down from carpenters working in Appalachia during the 18th century. Explore a diverse assortment of Bassett furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Yes, maple is a good wood for furniture. The hardness and density of the material make for sturdy furniture that can hold up to the effects of regular use. In addition, many people find the natural grain patterns of maple wood to be visually appealing. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of maple wood furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    The best products to use on wood furniture are lacquer, varnish or polyurethane that will protect the wood from staining, and add a nice sheen to the piece. Wood furniture polishes are available in silicon, emulsion, oil-based and wax and you can choose based on the type of wooden furniture you have. It is important to test on a small patch of wood before applying it to the entire piece of furniture.