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How old must furniture be to be considered antique?
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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.
1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024
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Weiman Biedermeier Salon Tables, a Pair
By Weiman
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of Biedermeier style two tier salon side tables made by Weiman furniture, circa 1950. The round tabletops are covered in green leather with a gold tooled border, and skirts are decorated with flame mahogany veneer panels. Slender beveled saber legs support the round lower table which is marked underneath “Weiman Tables Heirloom Quality...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Biedermeier Side Tables
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
$3,295 / set
Office Chair, International Style Leather Office Chair
By kontra
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Darwin added wheels to the office chair in 19th century.
In the 1970s ergonomics was added to design criteria.
Today, it is the key element for whom spends long hours in the office.
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Category
2010s Turkish International Style Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather
White Surfer Bookcase, Bookshelves, Design object
By kontra
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
"Add a Touch of Contemporary Artistry to Your Space with the White Surfer Bookcase Bookshelves Design Object
Elevate your interior decor with the White...
Category
2010s Turkish Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Office Chair, International Style Wooden Office Chair
By kontra
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Darwin added wheels to the office chair in 19th century.
In the 1970s ergonomics was added to design criteria.
Today, it is the key element for whom sp...
Category
2010s Turkish International Style Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak, Walnut
Office Chair, International Style Leather Office Chair
By kontra
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Darwin added wheels to the office chair in 19th century.
In the 1970s ergonomics was added to design criteria.
Today, it is the key element for whom spends long hours in the office...
Category
2010s Turkish International Style Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather
1990s Gorgeous "Sun" Table Lamp by Piero Fornasetti for Antonangeli
Located in Milano, IT
1990s Gorgeous "Sun" table lamp by Piero Fornasetti for Antonangeli in polypropylene. This lamp is a true piece of modern art and it's in excellent condition. It works perfectly.
Dim...
Category
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic