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What is the best finish for antique furniture?
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The best finish for antique furniture is a matter of liking. But film finish is recommended by experts as it leaves a thick coat of film on the wood surface which protects wood from water and scratches. Shellac or varnish and water base are commonly used film finishes. Find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage furniture on 1stDibs
1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
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Japanese Red Lacquer Hibachi, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
a cylindrical copper liner set within a red lacquer chrysanthemum-form frame. The red lacquer
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Lacquer
Materials
Copper
Antique Chinese Red Lacquer Low Kang Table
Located in Doylestown, PA
Antique Chinese red lacquer low Kang table, c. 1910's.
The Kang table has a rich history as it was
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Lacquer
Materials
Elm, Lacquer
Two Asian Red Lacquer Wedding Round Wooden Plates
Located in Greenwich, CT
Two Asian Red Lacquer Wedding Round Wooden Plates with Painted Motif for wedding dessert.
They are
Category
Vintage 1920s Chinese Lacquer
Materials
Wood
Vintage Red Lacquered Lotus Pedestal
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage lacquered red-orange pedestal with graphic painted lotus flowers and leaves.
Category
Mid-20th Century Lacquer
Materials
Lacquer, Paint
Red Lacquer Chinese Wedding Box- Hand Decorated
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chinese red lacquer two part wedding box. Entirely hand decorated with a bird and flowers on top
Category
Antique 1890s Chinese Chinoiserie Lacquer
Materials
Enamel
$680 Sale Price
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19th Century Chinese Red Lacquer Box
Located in Brea, CA
Chinese red lacquer box. Measures: 11.5 x 11.5 x 6.5 inch.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Lacquer
Materials
Lacquer