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How can I tell how old my chair is?
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The easiest way to tell how old your chair is on your own is to look for a maker's mark or label. Usually, you will find it under the seat or on the base or frame. Once you know the maker, you can conduct online research using trusted resources to learn when it manufactured chairs similar to yours. If you can't find a mark, the materials, style and how the chair was made can help you estimate its age. Familiarizing yourself with different furniture styles can get you started. If you'd like assistance dating your chair, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of chairs.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
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Mid-century Cesca chair designed by Marcel Breuer for Gavina, Italy, 1960s
By Gavina, Marcel Breuer
Located in Milano, IT
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
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Located in Lafayette, IN
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By Walter Gropius, Thonet
Located in Lafayette, IN
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Selection of 10 Art Deco aluminum chairs, designed by Warren McArthur, American
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Selection of 10 Art Deco aluminum chairs, designed by Warren McArthur, American
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Early 2000s American Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Set of 14 Warren McArthur Chairs
Located in grand Lancy, CH
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Category
Early 2000s American Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
$3,200 / set
Set of 6 Libellula chairs in dark brown leather, by G.Carini, for Planula, Italy
Located in Milano, IT
Set of 6 Libellula chairs in original dark brown leather, designed by G. Carini for Planula, Italy, 1970s
The “Libellula” chairs embody the visual lightness and refined rigor of 197...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
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Steel
