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How do I identify vintage patio furniture?

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How do I identify vintage patio furniture?
To identify vintage patio furniture, start with the maker's markings. You will usually find stamps, tags or labels with the maker's name in hidden places, such as under seats and tabletops. By comparing the marking with images shared by trusted online resources, you can learn who produced your patio furniture. Then, you can continue your research to find out more about the style name, year of production and other characteristics. Typically, patio furniture must be at least 20 years old and no more than 99 years old to be categorized as vintage. For help with the identification process, turn to a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find a large collection of vintage patio furniture on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Period Painted Iron and Marble Bistro Table
Located in Fayetteville, AR
Originally used in a French brasserie during the late nineteenth century, this white enameled cast iron bistro table or cafe table features a solid white oval marble top with grey ve...
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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Patio and Garden Furniture

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Marble, Iron

2 Hollywood Regency Italian Terracotta Elephant Garden Stool Plant Stand or Seat
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A set of two Mid-20th century glazed terracotta garden stool plant stand or seat, flower pot seat or side table. Handmade of terracotta. Vintage garden seat in the shape of an elepha...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Patio and Garden Furniture

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Terracotta

Vintage PAIR Janus et Cie Amalfi Lounge Chairs - after Mario Papperzini
Located in Decatur, GA
Janus et Cie Amalfi lounge chairs, circa 2000s. - SET of TWO - Iconic iron garden loungers after Mario Papperzini for John Salterini and inspired b...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Hollywood Regency Chinese Ivory Colored Elephant Garden Plant Stand or Seat
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Mid-20th century glazed ceramic elephant garden stool, flower pot seat or side table. Handmade of ceramic. Nice addition to your home, patio or garden. A nice addition to any room, p...
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Vintage 1960s German Hollywood Regency Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

J-Art Iron Co. Chaise Lounge, Bronze Panther Heads, 4 Available
By J-Art Iron Company
Located in Palm Desert, CA
An exceptional chaise lounge by J-Art Iron Co located in Los Angeles, CA, blending artisan craftsmanship with stylistic influences reminiscent of Diego Giacometti. The wrought iron f...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

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Bronze, Wrought Iron

French 19th Century Iron & Marble Bistro Table
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An alluring French brasserie table, from the late 19th century with a removable white marble top on a cast iron frame of exotic ornamentation. This classic French bistro table has th...
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Antique 19th Century French Bohemian Patio and Garden Furniture

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Marble, Iron

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