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Very old fireback
Located in COULLONS, FR
Very old cast-iron fireback.
Dimensions (width x height x thickness): 87 x 76 x 4 cm
Represented
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17th Century French Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Other
Mortar carved in a probably very old trunk
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Mortar carved in a probably very old trunk
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18th Century African Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Wood
Very Old Silver Plated French Triple Bouillotte Desk Lamp
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Very Old Silver Plated French Triple Bouillotte Desk Lamp
A lovely piece, an old silver plated
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Early 1900s French Provincial Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Silver Plate
Very Old Wrought Iron French Garden Stand, with Beautiful Patina
Located in Oirlo, LI
Very old wrought iron French garden stand a set of 2 with beautiful patina Dates from around 1900s
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19th Century French Early Victorian Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Iron
Pretty fragment of an very old Aubusson rug Tapestry
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Antique large fragment from a corner of the border of an very old French Aubusson rug with
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Early 19th Century French Aubusson Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Wool
Old Teak Cupboard with 10 Drawers A very old somewhat primitive piece
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Old Teak Cupboard with 10 Drawers
A very old somewhat primitive piece, there is an upper enclosed
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Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Teak
Very old Japanese excavated earthenware/Wabi Sabi vase
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
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We mainly sell carefully selected old Japanese items.
I've seen tens of thousands of items so far
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15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Pottery
Very Old Antique Hand Knotted Runner Rug Stunning Kilim Country House Charming
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
good looking and well-made, hand knotted piece, a good length, its very old and stretched
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19th Century English Victorian Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Wool
Very old Chinese pottery jar/Tang Dynasty/unearthed pottery/grave goods
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old excavated pottery made around the Tang Dynasty in China.
During the Tang Dynasty
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Tang Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Pottery
Very old Japanese teapot-shaped pottery "Koseto" / 1200s / Excavated pottery
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Japan, items from this period of Seto ware are referred to as "Ko-Seto." "Ko" means "old."
This
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15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Pottery
H 5.52 in W 5.32 in D 4.45 in
Very Old and Rare Print of Various Sea Snakes, 1657
Located in Langweer, NL
'. Old print of various sea snakes. This print originates from 'Historiae Naturalis De Piscibus Et Cetis
Category
1650s Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Paper
Very old Japanese pottery Jar "Sueki"/beautiful natural glaze/Excavated item
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
box for storage.
I really recommend this item.
Weight: 2.45 kg
[We mainly sell old Japanese items
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15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Pottery
H 10.04 in W 7.88 in D 8.55 in
Very old Iranian blue-glazed pottery bowl/12th century/Persia pottery
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This pottery was made around the 12th century, likely in the region around Iran.
In Japan, this type of pottery is commonly known as "Persian pottery."
In addition to polychrome-pain...
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15th Century and Earlier Persian Other Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Pottery
The Wrath of Elihu: 'I Am Young, And Ye Are Very Old, Wherefore I Was Afraid.'
By William Blake
Located in Storrs, CT
The Wrath of Elihu. 'I Am Young, And Ye Are Very Old, Wherefore I Was Afraid'. 1823-25. Engraving
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Early 19th Century Romantic Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Engraving
William BlakeThe Wrath of Elihu: 'I Am Young, And Ye Are Very Old, Wherefore I Was Afraid.', 1923-25
H 8.63 in W 6.53 in D 0.5 in
Antique English Cricket Table Very Old and Very Original Circa 1780-1820 Solid
Located in Chicago, IL
-year old one today is a true gift. I guess it goes without saying, that this Cricket Table has
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1790s English Country Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Wood
H 27.75 in W 24.5 in D 23.75 in
Very old Japanese pottery Jar/12th to 13th century/Tokoname ware/Wabi-sabi vase
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old jar in Japan.
This is a pottery called Tokoname ware.
Tokoname is a kiln located
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15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Pottery
Korean Very Old Pottery Vase/10th Century to 14th Century/Goryeo Dynasty
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is Korean pottery made between the 10th century and the 14th century.
At that time, it was called the Goryeo Dynasty, and various objects such as metalwork and pottery were mad...
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15th Century and Earlier South Korean Other Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Pottery
Very Old Antique Map of the Persian Empire by Magini, c.1597
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Persiae Regnum sive Sophorum Imperium'. Old map of the Persian Empire. This map
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16th Century Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Paper
Rare and Very Old Antique Map of South East Asia, Published circa 1574
Located in Langweer, NL
collector's copy with wide margins and soft original old colors. Fold in middle as originally published.
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16th Century Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Paper
Very Old Original Hand-Colored Map of the Basel Region, Switzerland, Ca.1578
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Basiliensis territorii descriptio nova'.
Old map of the Basel region
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16th Century Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Paper
H 39 in W 27.3 in D 0.002 in
Very Old German Print of the Niagara Falls Between Canada and the US
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Der Wasserfall des Niagara'. Original antique print of the Niagara Falls. With German title. Source unknown, to be determined. Published circa 1820.
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Early 19th Century Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Paper
Original Very Old Hand-Colored Map of Limousin or Limoges, France, ca.1600
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Totius Lemovici et Confinium (..).' -
A handsome and detailed map of Limousin/Limoges, prepared by the well-known engraver, Petrus Kaerius. With an insert view ...
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Early 1600s Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Paper
H 15.75 in W 21.07 in D 0 in
A very old small pottery jar from China / 13th to 17th century / Excavated vase
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a fired jar made in southern China or northern Laos or the surrounding area in the 15th to 17th century.
Its unique shape has long been loved in Japan as a wabi-sabi flower v...
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16th Century Southeast Asian Other Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Pottery
Very Old Original Antique Map of The City of Douai in France, ca.1575
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Map of Douai (France) titled 'Duacum, Catuacorum Urbs, tam situ, quam incolis, et litterarum studijs elegantissime ornata'.
This map depicts the city of Douai (France) an...
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16th Century Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Paper
Napoleon Old Print
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Rare old print of NAPOLEON in the classic image: with his right hand tucked into his vest.
This
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Early 19th Century French Other Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Paper
Old Solid Iron Stove
Located in San Cristobal de Las Casas, Chiapas
Old solid iron stove, it is a very old stove is unknown the origin and manufacture, has slight
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1820s English American Classical Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Metal
Heavily Carved Old Indian Goddess Plaque
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very old antique Indian Goddess wall sculpture. Heavily hand-carved piece. The wood is very hard
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15th Century and Earlier Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Petrified Wood
Old Nutcracker, Old Patina, Bronze and Wood, 19th Century, Guilt, Brown, France
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This Nutcracker is very old. It has been made in France in the 19th century. We can benefit of the
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19th Century French French Provincial Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Brass
H 1.19 in W 3.94 in D 3.15 in
Superb Old Senufo Door Sotheby's Provenance African Sculpture
Located in Sharon, CT
Beautiful old door with low relief carved figures and animals. Very old encrusted surface
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Early 20th Century Ivorian Tribal Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Wood
Vintage Old Cut Diamond 14 Karat Gold and Silver Pendant Circa 1920's
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Very Old Vintage Gold and Silver Pendant
Made from two very old Earrings, made into a large Pendant
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1920s Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
Very Large 1700's Dutch Old Master Oil Painting The Nativity Scene
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
The Nativity
Dutch Old Master, early 1700's period
oil on canvas, unframed
canvas: 36 x 27.5 inches
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Early 18th Century Old Masters Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Enormous Old Witches Broom Burl Mounted Sculpture
Located in Rochester, NY
A huge witches broom burl from a very old conifer tree with massive proportions and beautifully
Category
19th Century American Organic Modern Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Burl
An Old Decorative Green Man Copper Lantern This old Hall Lantern has 6 sides
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
An Old Decorative Green Man Copper Lantern
This very old Hall Lantern has 6 bevelled glass sides
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19th Century Gothic Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Copper
Small historical wagon
Located in Praha, CZ
Very old, for decorative purposes only, the wood is already very old and fragile for riding. One
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Late 19th Century Austrian Belle Époque Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Wood
Pair of Antique French Shutter in Old Crumbly Paint From a Chateau in Brittany
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique pair of French shutters in very old paint removed a long time ago from a chateau located in
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1880s French Country Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Wood, Paint
H 119 in W 11.38 in D 1.75 in
Very Long Cadbury Bournville Shop Advertising Wall Mirror, Original Frame
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
decorative history, this is a very old piece I do not know exactly when it was painted but a long time ago
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Early 20th Century Industrial Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Mirror
16th Century Italian Tuscan Old Chestnut 2 Door Stipo with Losanghe
Located in Encinitas, CA
16th Century Italian Tuscan Old Chestnut 2 Door Stipo with Losanghe.
Interesting architectural
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16th Century Italian Renaissance Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Chestnut
Very Fine Gustavian Period Giltwood Pier Mirror, Swedish Circa 1800
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
decorated with burnished relief moulded neoclassical motifs, surmounting a very old rectangular plate
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Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Mirror, Giltwood
Huge Old French Tole Flowers & Leaves Sconces circa 1870 Extremely Rare
Located in Firenze, Toscana
appropriate sockets for the rest of the world. This is made of the very old tole that is bendable, not like
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1870s French Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Metal
Antique 18th Century Dutch Delft Porcelain Plate
Located in New Orleans, LA
This is a very old and beautiful porcelain plate.
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Late 18th Century Dutch Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Porcelain
Antique French Rococo Gold Gilt Mirror
Located in Asheville, NC
Beautiful gilt wall mirror very old hand-carved wood.
Category
18th Century and Earlier French Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Gold Leaf
Animal Figures - Original Etching by Various Old Masters - 1750s
Located in Roma, IT
Exposed", original etching from the end of the 18th century, made by Various Old Masters.
In very good
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Mid-18th Century Old Masters Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Etching
H 4.73 in W 9.77 in D 0.04 in
Animal Figures - Original Etching by Various Old Masters - 1750s
Located in Roma, IT
original etching from the end of the 18th century, made by Various Old Masters.
In very good condition
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Mid-18th Century Old Masters Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Etching
H 6.3 in W 5.32 in D 0.04 in
Animal Figures - Original Etching by Various Old Masters - 1750s
Located in Roma, IT
original etching from the end of the 18th century, made by Various Old Masters.
In very good condition
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Mid-18th Century Old Masters Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Etching
H 4.73 in W 4.93 in D 0.04 in
Animal Figures - Original Etching by Various Old Masters - 1750s
Located in Roma, IT
anoriginal etching from the end of the 18th century, made by Various Old Masters.
In very good condition
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Mid-18th Century Old Masters Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Etching
H 4.73 in W 10.04 in D 0.04 in
Animal Figures - Original Etching by Various Old Masters - 1750s
Located in Roma, IT
original etching from the end of the 18th century, made by Various Old Masters.
In very good condition
Category
Mid-18th Century Old Masters Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Etching
H 4.73 in W 9.38 in D 0.04 in
Animal Figures - Original Etching by Various Old Masters - 1750s
Located in Roma, IT
original etching from the end of the 18th century, made by Various Old Masters.
In very good condition
Category
Mid-18th Century Old Masters Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Etching
H 6.23 in W 5.52 in D 0.04 in
Animal Figures - Original Etching by Various Old Masters - 1750s
Located in Roma, IT
anoriginal etching from the end of the 18th century, made by Various Old Masters.
In very good condition
Category
Mid-18th Century Old Masters Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Etching
H 6.11 in W 5.52 in D 0.04 in
Animal Figures - Original Etching by Various Old Masters - 1750s
Located in Roma, IT
anoriginal etching from the end of the 18th century, made by Various Old Masters.
In very good condition
Category
Mid-18th Century Old Masters Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Etching
H 6.42 in W 5.36 in D 0.04 in
French, 17/ 18th Century Hand Forged Iron Candleholder
Located in Buisson, FR
Very old and beautiful hand forged iron candleholder.
France, circa 1650-1750. Weathered.
Category
17th Century French French Provincial Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Iron
Very Large Antique Life Size Buddha Carving 18/19th Century with Gold leaf
Located in Euless, TX
This is a very large and very old Antique Buddha that is nearly life size and weighs 72 lbs. The
Category
Early 19th Century Central Asian Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Gold Leaf
French 18th Century Hand Forged Iron Candleholder
Located in Buisson, FR
Very old and beautiful hand forged iron candleholder.
France, circa 1700-1750. Weathered.
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18th Century French Rustic Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Iron
Very Early Nantucket Lightship Basket, circa 1860
Located in Nantucket, MA
charm of this baskets. There is some very old white stain, perhaps from water, on the interior bottom
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1860s American Folk Art Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Cane, Wood
18th Century Louis XV Chest with Snail feet
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
18th Century Louis XV Chest with Snail feet. Very old and unique piece. See pics
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1740s French Louis XV Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Beech
Ancient gothic fireplace in gray stone, from France, 14th Century
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
as a measure and very old, defined as a monumental fireplace, very rare to find and perfect in luxury
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15th Century and Earlier French Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Stone
Old Paris Porcelain Jewelry Box Casket Bisque Parian Sculpture Rare
By Old Paris
Located in Austin, TX
Amazing Old Paris porcelain box with figural parian sculpture group on the top.
The box features
Category
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Porcelain
Beautiful 1800s Victorian Carved Floral Corbels Architectural Salvage Sculpture
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Set of two. Very old growth hardwood, architectural element wall decoration, clothing hooks, or
Category
19th Century American Victorian Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Walnut, Mahogany
H 8.75 in W 54.5 in D 10.5 in
Wrought Iron Circular Frame
Located in Round Top, TX
old.
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1820s French Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Wrought Iron
Baroque Style Lion Statues
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique set of Baroque Style Lion Statues. They are Very old and show there age.
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1880s Swedish Baroque Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Concrete
Antique Wooden Sculpture "Kobo Daishi" / Buddha Statues / Edo-Meiji Period
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old Japanese "Kobo Daishi" wooden figure.
"Kobo Daishi" means "Kukai".
"Kukai" was a
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19th Century Japanese Edo Very Old Antique Antiques
Materials
Cypress
H 14.18 in W 10.63 in D 7.09 in
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There is a range of very old antique antiques for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique very old antique antiques was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and fabric. There are all kinds of very old antique antiques available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Victorian, Folk Art and Industrial very old antique antiques are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made very old antique antiques over the years, but those made by Jonathan Hayne are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
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Very old antique antiques can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,660, while the lowest priced sells for $225 and the highest can go for as much as $78,000.
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Opinions on how old a rug has to be to be considered antique vary. However, most experts will apply the label to any rug produced more than 100 years ago, and call floor coverings produced 50 to 100 years ago vintage. Shop a variety of antique rugs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell how old an antique chair is, you have a few options. One is to conduct research on your own using trusted online resources and print references from your local library. If your chair has a maker's mark, learning more about the company, artisan or workshop that produced it can be a good starting point. Dating unmarked chairs can be more difficult because certain styles remained in production for long periods. In this case, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your chair for you. Shop a wide range of antique chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To 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 ExpertNovember 20, 2024To tell how old an antique ring is, you have two main options. First, you can conduct online research using trusted sources. If you know the maker of the ring or the ring has a maker's mark that you can use to identify who produced it, learning more about the designer, artisan or company and their styles can help with the dating process. When the maker is unknown, you can familiarize yourself with the characteristics of various antique jewelry styles, such as Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian, to try and identify the period in which your ring was likely produced. The second option is to have a certified appraiser, experienced antique dealer or knowledgeable jeweler date your ring for you. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024How 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 ExpertMay 14, 2024To 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 ExpertSeptember 16, 2024Yes, some old antique clocks may be worth something. Many collectors look for clocks produced by certain manufacturers, such as the Ansonia Clock Company, the Seth Thomas Clock Company, Jaeger-LeCoultre and the Chelsea Clock Company. In addition to the maker, the type, materials, style and condition of the clock influence its value. Generally, clocks that remain in good working order are worth more than those in need of repairs and restorations. To find out how much your clock may be worth, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique clocks.
- What is an antique bureau?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021An antique bureau is any bureau that is 100 years old or older. The term bureau today is typically used as another word for a dresser or a chest of drawers. This word has also been used to refer to a writing desk. Find a collection of antique bureaus on 1stDibs today.
- What is antique majolica?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Antique majolica is a type of Victorian earthenware characterized by beautifully-colored lead glazes. It first appeared in the 1850s and is highly sought after today. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique majolica from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is antique silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024What antique silver is depends on the context. In many cases, the term refers to silverware and silver decorative objects produced more than 100 years ago. However, antique silver may also be the name of a distressed silver finish frequently used on lighting fixtures and bathroom fixtures. Explore a selection of antique silver wares on 1stDibs.
- What is antique ironstone?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Ironstone is a kind of vitreous pottery that was made in the United Kingdom around the early 19th century. The ironstone made by the masons are considered to be collectibles. Most antique ironstone items should have a hallmark. Shop a range of antique and vintage ironstone items on 1stDibs.
- What is an antique suzani?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Suzani is a form of embroidered tapestry, generally made on velvet, silk or cotton cloth. Suzanis have held a long tradition as being integral to interior decoration in central Asia. They were also thought to be talismans and would bring good luck to one’s home. Shop a collection of suzani tapestries from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is an antique chatelaine?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A chatelaine is a set of decorative chains attached to a clasp or belt loop, which was used to carry keys and necessities. In ancient Rome, women carried tweezers, nail cleaners and ear scoops on their chatelaines. On 1stDibs, find antique chatelaines from some of the top sellers around the world.
- What is an antique cellarette?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Important in the 18th and 19th centuries, an antique cellarette was a piece of furniture in which wine was stored. The cellarette, also known as a wine cooler, is recognizable by its small rectangular size and simple design. Shop a collection of antique cellarettes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is an antique settle?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mainly built around the 17th century, antique settles are a type of long bench with a high back and open arms. Settles were made of wood and were fairly simple in construction. You can shop a collection of antique settles from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A settle is a type of large bench, usually with arms and a high back. Popular in England, settles are typically designed to fit three or four people. Many examples from the 17th century survive today. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique and modern settle benches from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is an antique fob?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A fob is a pendant that can be attached to a chain. Common types of fobs would be a pocket watch, a piece of jewelry or a locket. On 1stDibs, you can find antique fobs from some of the top sellers around the world.
- What is an antique coffer?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An antique coffer is one of the oldest pieces of furniture. It is a box or chest that’s simple in design, constructed with solid oak planks and a hinged lid. Shop a collection of antique coffers from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is antique pewter?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022First used by the Egyptians and later the Romans, pewter is an alloy composed predominantly of tin. It can also be mixed with copper, silver or lead. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique pewter pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Pewter is a type of tin alloy that’s been popular for centuries. Many examples of antique pewter objects exist, including dinnerware and sculpture. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique pewter from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between antique and antic is that the words have completely different meanings, even though they look similar. Antique is the term for items that are more than 100 years old. You may see it used as a noun or an adjective. On the other hand, an antic is an outrageous prank or joke, usually performed for comic effect. Explore a variety of antique furniture, jewelry and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between antique and retro is the age of the pieces that the terms describe. Antique is the term for jewelry, furniture, home goods and decorative objects that are 100 years old or older. Anything between 20 and 99 years old is vintage, while things produced in the last 20 years are contemporary. Retro means that something looks like it's from another era. In some cases, an item described as retro may actually be an antique or vintage piece, or it may be a contemporary item inspired by the design styles of the past. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture.