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How do you identify 18th-century furniture?
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To identify 18th-century furniture, you can research your piece in the context of the prevailing styles of the period or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. To identify your item on your own, look over it for maker's marks, such as carvings, stamps, brands and labels. Researching the marking can help you determine the maker of your piece, and from there, you can search further to learn more about your particular item. Without a maker's mark, the best approach is to consider the characteristics of the dominant furniture styles during the 18th century. In England, these included William and Mary, Queen Anne, Georgian, Chippendale, Hepplewhite and Sheraton. Some French furniture styles of the 1700s include Louis XV, Louis XVI and Régence. Find a diverse assortment of 18th-century furniture on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
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Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Figurative Sculptures
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Wood
French Petite Bridal Box from Normandy
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
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Metal
Antique 18th-Century Rustic Spanish Warm Honey Color Chestnut Coffee Table
Located in Casteren, NL
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Antique Late 18th Century Spanish Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Steel
George III 'Mansion' Form Bottle Caddy or Tabletop Cellarette, circa 1780
Located in Kinderhook, NY
A rare and exquisite circa 1780 English, possibly Irish, George III period bottle caddy or tabletop cellarette in the form of a two-storey ashlar Palladian mansion house, the boxwood...
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Italian 18th Century Neoclassical Carved Wooden Altar Shrine
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful neoclassical altar shrine with original gilding and color. Great and unique item.
Italy, circa 1760-1800
Weathered, losses and old repairs.
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Religious Items
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Wood
18th Century French Aubusson Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
This exquisite 18th-century French pillow 14" X. 10"', is crafted from an antique Aubusson tapestry, showcasing the refined artistry of the period. The design features a symmetrical ...
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Antique 18th Century European Mid-Century Modern Pillows and Throws
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Wool, Feathers
