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Portuguese Baroque Marquetry Chest of Drawers, 19th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
19th century craftsmanship. This chest embodies the artistry of Portuguese furniture makers of the
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19th Century Portuguese Baroque Portuguese Antique Furniture

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Metal

19th Century Baroque Full Bed, Original Four Poster Lisbon Bed
Located in Miami, FL
characteristics. This bed is a current representation of Indo-Portuguese furniture. An era long passed and almost
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Late 19th Century Portuguese Baroque Portuguese Antique Furniture

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Walnut

Early 20th Carved Medallions Full Bed, Original Four Poster Lisbon Bed
Located in Miami, FL
distressing and characteristics. This bed is a current representation of Indo-Portuguese furniture. An era
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Early 20th Century Portuguese Baroque Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Walnut

19th Century, Baroque Full Bed, Original Four Fluted Poster Spanish Bed
Located in Miami, FL
distressing and characteristics. This bed is a current representation of Indo-Portuguese furniture. An era
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Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Baroque Queen Bed, Original Four Poster Lisbon Bed
Located in Miami, FL
distressing and characteristics. This bed is a current representation of Indo-Portuguese furniture. An era
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Late 19th Century Portuguese Baroque Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Moorish Style Mother of Pearl Inlaid Hardwood Three-Piece Furniture Set
Located in London, GB
This Indo-Portuguese furniture set, which is comprised of a tall corner cabinet, a stool and side
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Early 1900s Indian Moorish Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Hardwood

A rare 19th century Dom José I style secretary desk / chest of drawers
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
on the corners and base reflect the Baroque influences that were prevalent in Portuguese furniture
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Late 19th Century Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Important 16th Century Renaissance Florentine Drop Front Desk Cabinet
Located in Dallas, TX
Book of Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese Furniture, Philadelphia & London, 1927, plate 16, fig. B
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16th Century Italian Renaissance Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Iron

Late 17th Century Italian Giltwood Console Table with Inset Marble Top
Located in Dallas, TX
spiky and spidery in character” – The Practical Book of Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese Furniture
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Early 18th Century Italian Louis XIV Portuguese Antique Furniture

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Marble

18th Century Domed Venetian Chest with Crimson Velvet and Wrought Iron Hardware
Located in Dallas, TX
sumptuous to the highest degree.” – The Practical Book of Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese Furniture. Harold
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18th Century Italian Renaissance Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Metal, Wrought Iron, Iron, Brass

Oratoire D.João V / D.José sur pied Bois sculpté, polychrome, marbré et doré
By A. Santos, Portugal 1
Located in PARIS, FR
Portugal, XVIIIe siècle (signes d'usure) 236x86,5x35,5 cm
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18th Century Portuguese Rococo Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Giltwood

A pair of 18th century antique Portuguese tall-back rosewood side chairs
Located in Castle Douglas, GB
A pair of Portuguese rococo tall-back rosewood side chairs. Brazilian rosewood, with moulded scroll
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Early 18th Century Portuguese Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Rosewood

Portuguese Palissy Charger
By José da Cunha Taborda
Located in New York, NY
Small Portuguese Palissy plate or charger with green grasses, coiled snake and moths. Signed: Jose
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19th Century Portuguese Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Portuguese Palissy Charger
Portuguese Palissy Charger
H 6.75 in Dm 6.75 in
Indo Portuguese- Cabinet
Located in Mexico City, MX
The Indo-Portuguese cabinets from Goa and Diu represent a remarkable fusion of European and Indian
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18th Century Portuguese Spanish Colonial Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Silver

Indo Portuguese- Cabinet
Indo Portuguese- Cabinet
H 15 in W 23 in D 28 in
18th Century Portuguese Rosewood Table
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A fine example of a Portuguese rosewood table with turned bulbous legs and ripple moulds. This
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18th Century Portuguese Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Rosewood

18th Century Portuguese Rosewood Table
18th Century Portuguese Rosewood Table
H 31.5 in W 43.31 in D 31.5 in
19th Century Portuguese Chair
Located in Houston, TX
19th century Portuguese Rococo style mahogany chair featuring a scrolled crest on a double yolk
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19th Century Portuguese Rococo Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Portuguese Chair
19th Century Portuguese Chair
H 47.25 in W 26.25 in D 18 in
Portuguese cabinet, 18th century
Located in Paris, FR
Portuguese work, 18th century (accidents and missing parts)
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18th Century Portuguese Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Palisander

Portuguese cabinet, 18th century
Portuguese cabinet, 18th century
H 50.01 in W 35.44 in D 18.51 in
Portuguese Rosewood Writing Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
A wonderfully vibrant and elaborate Portuguese writing or library table made of solid rosewood
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Early 19th Century Portuguese Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Rosewood

Portuguese Rosewood Writing Table
Portuguese Rosewood Writing Table
H 32 in W 44.5 in D 25 in
Portuguese silver toothpick rabbit
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Portuguese silver toothpick rabbit It features a rabbit with an umbrella and its offspring. Origin
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Early 1900s Portuguese Other Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Silver

Portuguese silver toothpick rabbit
Portuguese silver toothpick rabbit
H 7.49 in W 3.94 in D 3.55 in
BEAUTIFULL 19th Century PORTUGUESE TABLE
By Europa
Located in Madrid, ES
BEAUTIFULL 19th Century PORTUGUESE TABLE in carved and hollowed out walnut wood. Curved legs
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19th Century Portuguese Renaissance Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Marble

BEAUTIFULL 19th Century PORTUGUESE  TABLE
BEAUTIFULL 19th Century PORTUGUESE  TABLE
H 34.65 in W 57.09 in D 34.65 in
Antique Portuguese Tall Cabinet
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
wear, the furniture retains its solid structure and reveals marks of use, which add authenticity to its
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Early 20th Century Portuguese Modern Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique Portuguese Tall Cabinet
Antique Portuguese Tall Cabinet
H 44.1 in W 44.49 in D 14.18 in
Large Portuguese Palissy Charger
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th century Portuguese Palissy plate with large alligators, lizards and turtles searching through
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19th Century Portuguese Rustic Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Large Portuguese Palissy Charger
Large Portuguese Palissy Charger
H 3 in W 11.5 in D 11.5 in
Portuguese Rosewood Coffee Table
Located in San Francisco, CA
Classic Portuguese style hand carved solid rosewood table. Originally this was a large desk but was
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Mid-18th Century Portuguese Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Brass

Portuguese Rosewood Coffee Table
Portuguese Rosewood Coffee Table
H 22.25 in W 52.5 in D 28.5 in
Portuguese Office Chair with Arms
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
. The model is reminiscent of mid-20th century corporate furniture, prioritising functionality
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1850s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Portuguese Office Chair with Arms
Portuguese Office Chair with Arms
H 34.65 in W 22.45 in D 18.51 in
Portuguese Pedestal Table -19th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Elegant Portuguese oak pedestal table from the 19th century Very beautiful center table which with
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19th Century Portuguese Aesthetic Movement Portuguese Antique Furniture

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Oak

Portuguese Buffet Table 17th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Portuguese buffet table 17th century Shivered friezes, in rosewood wood with two drawers. Sits on
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17th Century Portuguese Baroque Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Portuguese Buffet Table 17th Century
Portuguese Buffet Table 17th Century
H 33.08 in W 51.19 in D 32.29 in
Carved Antique Yoke, Portugal, 1900s
Located in Antwerp, BE
plowing or pulling carts in rural Portugal. As a functional farming tool, the yoke linked the animals
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Early 1900s Portuguese Rustic Portuguese Antique Furniture

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Wood

Carved Antique Yoke, Portugal, 1900s
Carved Antique Yoke, Portugal, 1900s
H 21.66 in W 44.1 in D 3.94 in
Portuguese Rustic Table 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
rustic table Portuguese, 18th Century, in carved brown, with three drawers. Lyre-shaped legs joined
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18th Century Portuguese Rustic Portuguese Antique Furniture

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Wood

Portuguese Rustic Table 18th Century
Portuguese Rustic Table 18th Century
H 32.68 in W 78.75 in D 29.53 in
Portuguese Buffet Table 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
18th century Portuguese, in Brazilian rosewood, turned legs and beams. gilt copper hardware and
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18th Century Portuguese Baroque Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Portuguese Buffet Table 18th Century
Portuguese Buffet Table 18th Century
H 18.51 in W 26.78 in D 16.93 in
Exceptional Primitive 18th C. Portuguese Dining Table
Located in London, GB
east Portugal. Constructed in a combination of elm & chestnut with many are old repairs. Heavily
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18th Century Portuguese Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Chestnut, Elm

18th Century Portuguese Occasional Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Portuguese occasional or side table with finely carved detail and one drawer.
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18th Century Portuguese Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Beautiful Portuguese Canape 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
PORTUGUESE CANAPÉ 18th Century 18th Century Portuguese in rosewood with carvings. Hollow back
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18th Century Portuguese Rococo Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Beautiful Portuguese Canape 18th Century
Beautiful Portuguese Canape 18th Century
H 44.89 in W 64.97 in D 18.9 in
Portuguese Front Display Cabinet
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
of furniture. A beautiful display piece, where decorative or collector's items stand out.
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Early 20th Century Portuguese Late Victorian Portuguese Antique Furniture

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Glass, Wood

Portuguese Front Display Cabinet
Portuguese Front Display Cabinet
H 51.19 in W 44.1 in D 13 in
Beautiful 18th Century Portuguese Corbel
Located in Madrid, ES
18th Century Portuguese Corbel in carved chestnut wood, decorated with plant elements and an angel
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18th Century Portuguese Baroque Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Beautiful 18th Century Portuguese Corbel
Beautiful 18th Century Portuguese Corbel
H 21.66 in W 9.06 in D 7.88 in
17th Century Portuguese Tile Panel
Located in Madrid, ES
Largest collection of Portuguese tiles in the world 17th Century Portuguese Tile Panel. Restored
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17th Century Portuguese Baroque Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

17th Century Portuguese Tile Panel
17th Century Portuguese Tile Panel
H 22.05 in W 22.05 in D 3.15 in
17th Century Portuguese Tile Panel
Located in Madrid, ES
Largest collection of Portuguese tiles in the world 17th Century Portuguese Tile Panel Restored
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17th Century Portuguese Baroque Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

17th Century Portuguese Tile Panel
17th Century Portuguese Tile Panel
H 22.05 in W 22.05 in D 3.15 in
17th Century Portuguese Tile Panel
Located in Madrid, ES
Largest collection of Portuguese tiles in the world 17th Century Portuguese Tile Panel Restored
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17th Century Portuguese Baroque Portuguese Antique Furniture

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Porcelain

17th Century Portuguese Tile Panel
17th Century Portuguese Tile Panel
H 22.05 in W 22.05 in D 3.15 in
Painted Portuguese Commode
Located in Charleston, SC
A charming painted rustic Portuguese commode with two small over one long drawer, whimsically
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Early 1900s Portuguese Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Painted Portuguese Commode
Painted Portuguese Commode
H 39 in W 37 in D 23 in
17th Century Portuguese Tile Panel
Located in Madrid, ES
Largest collection of Portuguese tiles in the world 17th Century Portuguese tile panel. Restored
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17th Century Portuguese Baroque Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

17th Century Portuguese Tile Panel
17th Century Portuguese Tile Panel
H 22.05 in W 22.05 in D 3.15 in
19th Century Portuguese Dining Table
Located in Lisbon, PT
inspired by the renowned Portuguese queen Maria the First style with English influence. Recently assessed
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Early 20th Century Portuguese Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

19th Century Portuguese Dining Table
19th Century Portuguese Dining Table
H 29.93 in W 114.57 in D 43.31 in
Portuguese Rococo Rosewood Side Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine Portuguese rococo side table, all constructed of solid (and extremely heavy!) rosewood, the
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Mid-18th Century Portuguese Rococo Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Rosewood

Antique Portuguese Carpet
Located in Port Washington, NY
This is a hand-knotted, finely woven antique Portuguese carpet, having a all-over floral pattern
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Early 20th Century Portuguese Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Wool

Antique Portuguese Carpet
Antique Portuguese Carpet
W 120 in L 156 in
18th Century Portuguese Dresser
Located in Madrid, ES
18th Century Portuguese Dresser in vignette wood, Brazilian rosewood frames and satinwood inlays
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18th Century Portuguese Renaissance Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

18th Century Portuguese Dresser
18th Century Portuguese Dresser
H 27.17 in W 47.25 in D 22.45 in
18th Century Baroque Center Table, Portugal
Located in Lisbon, PT
A short portuguese buffet table with shivered friezes, toned and riched carved legs, bulbous legs
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Early 18th Century Portuguese Baroque Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Brass

18th Century Baroque Center Table, Portugal
18th Century Baroque Center Table, Portugal
H 19.3 in W 26.97 in D 17.72 in
PORTUGUESE COMMODE 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
18th Century Portuguese COMMODE Portuguese, in rosewood wood, with 3 large drawers and two drawers
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18th Century Portuguese Renaissance Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

PORTUGUESE COMMODE 18th Century
PORTUGUESE COMMODE 18th Century
H 40.95 in W 49.61 in D 25.6 in
Mid Century Portuguese Romantic Desk
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
piece of furniture, ideal for offices, libraries or study rooms, remains functional and aesthetically
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Early 20th Century Portuguese Late Victorian Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Portuguese Romantic Desk
Mid Century Portuguese Romantic Desk
H 31.89 in W 47.64 in D 26.38 in
Portuguese Renaissance Cabinet, 17th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
A rare and valuable cabinet from Portugal in great conditions. A two doors and two drawers piece
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17th Century Portuguese Renaissance Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Portuguese Renaissance Cabinet, 17th Century
Portuguese Renaissance Cabinet, 17th Century
H 51.19 in W 36.62 in D 20.87 in
XIX Century Portuguese Tile Panel
Located in Lisboa, PT
XIX Century Portuguese Altar front Tile Panel with 44 Tiles Altar fronts were rectangular tile
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Late 19th Century Portuguese Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Clay

XIX Century Portuguese Tile Panel
XIX Century Portuguese Tile Panel
H 25.99 in W 56.3 in D 0.79 in
PORTUGUESE ORATORY 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
PORTUGUESE ORATORY 18th Century in mahogany wood with gilding. Glass doors. Interior with apricot
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18th Century Portuguese Baroque Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

PORTUGUESE ORATORY  18th Century
PORTUGUESE ORATORY  18th Century
H 61.03 in W 47.25 in D 18.51 in
Primitive Portuguese 19Th C. Side/Lamp Table
Located in London, GB
An early 19th C. northern Portuguese elm mountain side table. Heavily patinated from 200 + years of
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19th Century Portuguese Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Elm

Primitive Portuguese 19Th C. Side/Lamp Table
Primitive Portuguese 19Th C. Side/Lamp Table
H 25.6 in W 29.53 in D 20.87 in
Antique Portuguese Mirrors, 19th Century
Located in Matosinhos, 13
Exquisite 19th-century antique mirrors from Portugal. Crafted with painted and gilded wood, they
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19th Century Portuguese Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Antique Portuguese Mirrors, 19th Century
Antique Portuguese Mirrors, 19th Century
H 25.79 in W 13 in D 0.79 in
Portuguese Wall Clock, Art Deco
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Portuguese wall clock, Art Deco. With straight lines and gentle curves, the frame is made of
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Early 20th Century Portuguese Modern Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Metal

Portuguese Wall Clock, Art Deco
Portuguese Wall Clock, Art Deco
H 22.45 in W 11.82 in D 5.12 in
18th Century Portuguese "Azulejos" Troubadour"
Located in Madrid, ES
Largest collection of Portuguese tiles in the world 18th century Portuguese "Troubadour
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18th Century Portuguese Baroque Portuguese Antique Furniture

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Ceramic

18th Century Portuguese "Azulejos" Troubadour"
18th Century Portuguese "Azulejos" Troubadour"
H 55.12 in W 42.52 in D 3.15 in
18th Century Portuguese "Azulejos" Countryside"
Located in Madrid, ES
Largest collection of Portuguese tiles in the world 18th century Portuguese "Troubadour" Measures
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18th Century Portuguese Baroque Portuguese Antique Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

18th Century Portuguese "Azulejos" Spring"
Located in Madrid, ES
Largest collection of Portuguese tiles in the world 18th century Portuguese "Spring " Measures
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18th Century Portuguese Baroque Portuguese Antique Furniture

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Ceramic

18th Century Portuguese "Azulejos" Spring"
18th Century Portuguese "Azulejos" Spring"
H 35.04 in W 44.1 in D 3.15 in
18th Century Portuguese "Azulejos" Vases"
Located in Madrid, ES
Largest collection of Portuguese tiles in the world 18th century Portuguese "Vases" Measures: 312
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18th Century Portuguese Baroque Portuguese Antique Furniture

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Ceramic

18th Century Portuguese "Azulejos" Vases"
18th Century Portuguese "Azulejos" Vases"
H 82.68 in W 122.84 in D 3.15 in
18th Century Portuguese " Azulejos " Cityside"
Located in Madrid, ES
Largest collection of Portuguese tiles in the world 18th century Portuguese "Citywide " Measures
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18th Century Portuguese Baroque Portuguese Antique Furniture

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Ceramic

18th Century Portuguese " Azulejos " Cityside"
18th Century Portuguese " Azulejos " Cityside"
H 66.15 in W 49.61 in D 3.15 in
18th Century Portuguese " Azulejos " Angels "
Located in Madrid, ES
Largest collection of Portuguese tiles in the world 18th Century Portuguese " Angels " Measures
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18th Century Portuguese Baroque Portuguese Antique Furniture

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Ceramic

18th Century Portuguese " Azulejos " Angels "
18th Century Portuguese " Azulejos " Angels "
H 33.08 in W 27.56 in D 3.15 in
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Portuguese Antique Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of Portuguese antique furniture on 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, ceramic and metal. There are many kinds of the piece of Portuguese antique furniture you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each item from our selection of Portuguese antique furniture bearing Baroque, Rococo or Neoclassical hallmarks is very popular. A well-made choice in our collection of Portuguese antique furniture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Europa Antiques, Manuel Mafra and José Alves Cunha are consistently popular.

How Much is a Portuguese Antique Furniture?

Prices for a piece of Portuguese antique furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $20 and can go as high as $180,000, while the average can fetch as much as $4,501.
Questions About Portuguese Antique Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, antique furniture is in style. Many people appreciate the beauty and handcrafted character of antique furniture and love the idea of owning pieces with a rich history. Remember that style preferences are nothing if not fluid, meaning what's in one year may not be the next. So, in choosing the furniture you're planning to live with, you should pay less attention to interior design fads than to what speaks to you. That way, you can select pieces that will add long-term character to your home. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    To identify your antique furniture, look for an engraving, tag, label or other marking that indicates who produced it. You may find it on the bottom or back of your furniture or inside a drawer or cabinet. Once you have located the marking, you can snap a photo of it and use a reverse image search to try and identify the maker. Or, you can type a description of the mark into a search engine. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to get assistance with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    A piece of furniture is considered an antique if it is at least 100 years old.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    To know if your furniture is antique, look for labels and markings that indicate the maker. From there, you can use trusted online resources to determine when they were active and examine images to try to estimate the age of your piece. Furniture produced 100 years ago or more is antique. You can also have your furniture assessed by an appraiser or antiques dealer to learn about its age. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024
    Many antique furniture brands are popular. While trends in collecting do vary over time, some makers consistently remain highly sought after. Among them are J. & J.W. Meeks, John Henry Belter, R. J. Horner and Co., Stickley Furniture, George Hepplewhite, Josef Dannhauser, Thomas Chippendale and Thomas Sheridan. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Antique furniture can be worth quite a lot, particularly if it is in good quality. The rarer the piece, the higher the value.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Whether antique furniture is making a comeback is a matter of opinion. Many people would argue that antique furniture never faded from fashion, as there have always been individuals who love the idea of owning pieces that have history. Some of the most popular styles for antique furniture include Art Deco, Arts and Crafts, Renaissance Revival, Elizabethan, Gothic Revival, Victorian and Chippendale. Find a large collection of antique furniture from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    To date antique furniture from the UK, first look for identifying markings on the piece. You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active. From there, you may be able to estimate the year of production by looking at images of other furniture the maker produced. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also aid you in the dating process. Find a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    There are a number of factors that can indicate if your antique furniture is valuable. When determining the value of antique furniture, consider its rarity. Additionally, it is important to determine the quality and condition of vintage furniture. If unsure of the value of your vintage furniture, have it appraised.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell who made your antique furniture, seek out a maker's marking. Locations of these marks vary, but they are generally in an inconspicuous location. For example, a dresser may have the mark inside a drawer or on the back, while a hallmark on a table is often on a leg or under the tabletop. Once you locate a mark, you can use trusted online resources to identify the maker and learn more about them. If you can't find a marking on your piece, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you with the identification process. Explore a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell antique furniture from reproduction, first check for a maker's mark. By researching the maker associated with the marking using trusted online resources, you can determine when they were active. If the company was in business 100 years ago or more, your piece may be an antique, but if the company's history began more recently, your piece is likely a reproduction. If you can't locate a marking, study the details of the furniture up close. Genuine antiques will often show tool marks and slight variations in carved details because they were typically handcrafted. Most contemporary furniture is machine-made, so you won't usually see these types of characteristics. When in doubt, have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your furniture. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify antique Chinese furniture, look carefully at its details. Chinese craftsmen often built furniture using mortise and tenon joinery, eliminating the need for nails and screws. If you see this type of hardware, your piece is likely not at least 100 years old, especially if the hardware still looks new and shiny. Since antique furniture was handmade, you will normally see slight imperfections, such as tool marks or slight variations in carvings. Pieces that appear completely uniform and pristine are less often genuine antiques.

    When present, maker's marks can also be helpful. Research the marks to learn more about when the maker was active and producing pieces like yours. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your furniture for you.

    Shop an assortment of antique Chinese furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    How old furniture that is called antique can be is typically at least 100 years. People usually call furniture between 20 and 99 years old vintage. Contemporary is the word for furniture manufactured within the last 20 years. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    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
  • PAGODA RED
    PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020

    To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell how old your antique furniture is, research the maker using trusted online resources. You may find that the furniture maker was active for only a short period, giving you the ability to roughly estimate its age. For manufacturers and designers with a long history of production, consider the style of your furniture and look for images of similar pieces published online. Because it may be difficult to date furniture on your own, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To tell what your antique furniture is worth, look at sales histories on trusted online platforms and read valuation guides posted on trusted online resources. The maker, type, style, age and condition of your furniture will impact its value. Researching furniture produced by the same maker is a good starting point. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also aid you in the valuation process. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024
    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 ExpertJanuary 25, 2019

    The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    To tell the difference between antique and reproduction furniture, first look at hidden areas, such as the backs or insides of the drawers. On reproduction furniture, you may find plywood or engineered wood in these areas, while antique furniture will usually have solid hardwood on drawer interiors and backs. Also, slight irregularities and marks indicating that the furniture was built with hand tools rather than machines usually suggest that the piece is antique. Because it can be difficult to differentiate reproductions from genuine antiques without expertise and training, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer about the age of your piece. Find a diverse assortment of antique furniture on 1stDibs.