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How can you tell how old a vintage chair is?

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How can you tell how old a vintage chair is?
To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
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Mid Century Modern Orange Slice Patio Garden Bench by Tempestini - Salterini
By John Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic iron bench seat by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini C1955 in flat black. Orange slice with its well known curves is an icon in the outdoor furniture world. In excellent v...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

1950s John Salterini 'El Prado' Collection Verdigris Finish Dining Table Set
By John Salterini
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
John Salterini 'El Prado' Collection wrought iron dining table with a vintage applied verdigris finish. Finish is in good vintage condition with slight wear from age and use. Feet ar...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Wrought Iron

1940s Salterini Wrought Iron Chaise Lounge
By John Salterini
Located in Stamford, CT
This is a Hollywood Regency mid 20th century wrought iron chaise lounge designed and manufactured in the USA by legendary John Salterini. John B. Salterini Company wrought iron furniture was and still is the pinnacle of high quality wrought iron furniture. It was designed for indoor as well as outdoor use. This chaise lounge has two large wrought iron wheels and a horizontal bar at the foot making movement very easy. The seat back has six positions. The back, sides, and armrests are decorated with leaves and vines. We have another identical pair of Salterini chaise lounges...
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Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Mario Papperzini for Salterini Iron Garden Dining Suite
By John Salterini, Mario Papperzini
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic patio and garden mid-century dining suite designed by Mario Papperzini for John Salterini. The rare set consists of four dining armchairs and one dining table square shaped. T...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Mario Papperzini for Salterini Garden Lounge Chairs
By Mario Papperzini, John Salterini
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Authentic pair of Italian of mid-century modern patio and garden adjustable chain-back Amalfi lounge chairs designed by Mario Papperzini for John Salterini. The iconic chairs feature...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

2 Pairs of John Salterini American Mid-Century Iron Outdoor Ottomans
By John Salterini
Located in Queens, NY
2 Pairs of American mid-century iron outdoor ottomans with a curved lattice structure supported by four posts topped with gilt ball finials and an x-...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron

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