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Hazel-Atlas Pheasants Pitcher & Glasses Set
By Hazel-Atlas
Located in Bradenton, FL
by Hazel-Atlas Glass Company (1902-1964). Colorful pheasants in red, green and yellow fly above
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Glass
Hazel Atlas, Sportsman Series, Cobalt Ice Bowl with White Sailboat
By Hazel-Atlas
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco ice bowl of tapered form with rolled rim, from Hazel-Atlas' Sportsman Series in cobalt
Category
Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Glass
Hazel-Atlas Red Polka Dot Highball Glasses in Caddy, S/8
By Hazel-Atlas
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A charming set of eight polka dotted highballs in a metal caddy, by Hazel-Atlas Glass, circa late
Category
Early 20th Century American American Classical Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Hazel-Atlas Cobalt Cocktail Shaker with White Tropical Fish
By Hazel-Atlas
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco cocktail shaker from the Hazel-Atlas Sportsman Series with a tropical fish motif in white
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Hazel-Atlas Cobalt Blue Glass Cocktail Shaker with White Tropical Fish
By Hazel-Atlas
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Art Deco blue glass cocktail shaker by Hazel-Atlas from the Sportsman Series and decorated in white
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Polar Bear Cocktail Shaker and Ice Bowl by Hazel-Atlas
By Hazel-Atlas
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco cocktail shaker and ice bowl from the Sportsmans Series by Hazel-Atlas decorated with
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Hazel-Atlas Cobalt Cocktail Shaker and 6 Glasses with White Sailboats and Birds
By Hazel-Atlas
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Seven-piece cocktail shaker set from the Sportsmans Series by Hazel-Atlas. Chrome lidded cobalt
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Hazel Atlas 11 Piece Cocktail Shaker and 10 Glasses, Cobalt w/ White Sailboats
By Hazel-Atlas
Located in Nantucket, MA
Early 20th century Hazel=Atlas cocktail shaker and 10 glasses in cobalt blue glass with white
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco, Hazel-Atlas Cocktail Shaker with White Sailboat on Cobalt Glass
By Hazel-Atlas
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco cobalt glass cocktail shaker with white sailboats and a chrome lid from their Sportsmans Series.
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco, Hazel Atlas Cocktail Shaker with Black Scotties and Red Check Band
By Hazel-Atlas
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco cocktail shaker with black Scottish Terriers over a red check band and with a high domed chrome lid.
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Cobalt Cocktail Shaker and Glasses with Tropical Fish by Hazel-Atlas
By Hazel-Atlas
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco, chrome lidded cobalt blue, cocktail shaker and four cocktail glasses with white tropical fish, bubbles and seaweed.
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Hazel Atlas White on Cobalt Dancing Sailors Ice Bowl from the Sportsman Series
By Hazel-Atlas
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco ice bowl of cylindrical form with Dancing Sailors printed in white on cobalt glass.
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Glass
Art Deco Ice Bowl by Hazel Atlas in the Dancing Sailors Pattern on Cobalt Glass
By Hazel-Atlas
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco ice bowl from the Sportsmans Series by Hazel-Atlas with dancing sailors in white enamel on
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Glass
Moroccan Rug Middle Atlas Tribe Atlas Collection
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
This unique piece is one of a kind vintage tribal rug from the Atlas Mountains of Morocco. Symbolic
Category
1770s Moroccan Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Wool
Vintage High Atlas Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Multi-colored vintage High Atlas rug from the town of Azilal in Morocco. Features pile weave
Category
Early 20th Century Nepalese Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Wool
Atlas Globe Samovar Table Lamp
Located in Hanover, MA
style with delicately cast figure of Atlas holding the globe. Supported on square solid brass platform
Category
19th Century English Empire Revival Antique Atlas Furniture
Ancient National Atlas of France with Marengo
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Ancient National Atlas of France with the department of Marengo: a rare French etching dated 1806
Category
Early 19th Century French Other Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Paper
Antique Map Long Island, Southold, Shelter Island, Orient, New York
By Beers Atlas Co.
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Antique map of Long Island, Southold, Shelter Island, Orient, Great details, Names of homes, Roads and Businesses in 1870. Unframed. This is an original map, not a repro.
Category
Mid-19th Century American Early Victorian Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Paper
A Finely Carved Gandhara Head of ‘Atlas’
Located in London, GB
A Finely Carved Gandhara Head of ‘Atlas’
Grey schist
India
3rd - 4th Centuries AD
SIZE: 19cm high
Category
15th Century and Earlier Indian Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Schist
Large English Regency Gilt Bronze Lamp Depicting Atlas
Located in Kent, Dover
A fine XIX Century English gilt-bronze lamp depicting Atlas, holding up the earth, with a frosted
Category
1820s English Regency Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Brass, Iron, Ormolu
Vintage Moroccan High Atlas Tribe Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
the Atlas Mountains of Morocco.
Rug Number
27389
Size
2' 7" X 2' 10"
Design
High Atlas
Category
Early 20th Century Moroccan Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Wool
Vintage Moroccan High Atlas Tribe Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
A gorgeous vintage Moroccan from the High Atlas tribes of Morocco. The rug's beautiful taupe, pink
Category
Early 20th Century Moroccan Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Wool
Pair of French Neoclassic Bronze Atlas Centerpieces
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of French Neo-classic style (mid 19th Cent) bronze tazzas/centerpieces with an Atlas figure
Category
Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Bronze
20th Century Large Bronze Statue of Atlas
Located in Southall, GB
Atlas bronze of excellent casting and definition standing in and unusual pose with hands on his
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Mythological Bronze Ornament of Atlas, 1920s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A mythological piece depicting Atlas. In Greek mythology, Atlas (Greek: Ἄτλας, Átlās) is a Titan
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Nickel
Vintage Moroccan High Atlas Berber Tribe Kilim
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
elaborations at center and edges. A unique vintage tribal rug from the Atlas Mountains of Morocco.
Category
Early 20th Century Moroccan Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Wool
Vintage Moroccan High Atlas Berber Tribe Kilim
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
tribal rug from the Atlas Mountains of Morocco.
Category
Early 20th Century Moroccan Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Wool
Vintage Moroccan Middle Atlas Tribe Berber Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
. Coloration is crisp and clean throughout. This is a fascinating vintage tribal piece from the Atlas Mountains
Category
Early 20th Century Moroccan Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Wool
Mehraban Vintage Moroccan Rug Middle Atlas Tribe
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Emanating grace and charm, this inviting Vintage Moroccan Middle Atlas Tribe rug provides an
Category
1920s Moroccan Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Wool
Antique Moroccan Center Table Hand Carved from Atlas Cedar
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
table or coffee table is constructed of Atlas Cedar. A wood unique to pockets of the Moroccan Atlas
Category
19th Century Moroccan Moorish Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Wood, Cedar
Neoclassical Sheffield Plate Atlas Tea Urn
Located in Torino, IT
Neoclassical tea urn, Old Sheffield, Inghilterra, 1790.
Category
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Sheffield Plate
Vintage Moroccan Rug Azilal Tribe Atlas Collection
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
This chic and stylish Moroccan rug, an Azilal Tribe Design, from our Atlas Collection, feels like
Category
Early 20th Century Moroccan Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Wool
Exceptional Atlas Puzzle by Léon Saussine, ca.1900
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French atlas puzzle edited by Léon Saussine, France, ca.1900. Exceptional puzzle composed of 7
Category
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Paper
Vintage Moroccan High Atlas Berber Tribe Kilim
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
vintage tribal rug from the Atlas Mountains of Morocco.
Category
Early 20th Century Moroccan Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Wool
Vintage Moroccan Middle Atlas Tribe Berber Rug
By Mehraban Rugs
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Atlas Mountains of Morocco.
Category
Early 20th Century Moroccan Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Wool
Piano Lamp with Figure of Atlas Circa 1920's
Located in Rochester, NY
Antique piano lamp with silvered figure of Atlas. Brass, onyx, and spelter. Circa 1920's
Category
Early 20th Century European Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Onyx, Brass, Spelter
Atlas Bronze Statue, Early 19th Century, Italy
Located in Roma, IT
Bronze statue with a sky-blue marble vault, on a white marble base.
Italy, early 19th century.
Dimensions: 32 x 10 x 10 cm.
Situated and shipped from Italy.
This object is shipp...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze
19th Century French Atlas Figural Carved Walnut Upholstered Settee
Located in Forney, TX
solid walnut frame, the arms terminating in finely detailed hand sculpted crouching atlas figure over
Category
19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Metal
Vintage Moroccan Rug Azilal Tribe Atlas Collection
Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA
Collection: Atlas
Material: Wool
Texture: Pile weave
Origin: Morocco
Age type: Antique/vintage.
Category
Early 20th Century Moroccan Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Wool
Framed Mercator Hondius Hispania Nova Atlas Minor Map
Located in Stamford, CT
frame with gold trim.
Mercator Hondius “Atlas Minor” published in Amsterdam in 1648 at Jannsonius with
Category
17th Century Dutch Spanish Colonial Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Antique Title Page of Géographie Universelle Atlas-Migeon, 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
Universelle Atlas-Migeon' by J. Migeon.
Artists and Engravers: Published by J. Migeon. Reviewed by A
Category
19th Century Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Paper
Anthropology and Skull Comparison Print by T Bromme, 1865 Ethnographic Atlas
Located in Langweer, NL
Anthropology and Skull Comparison Print by T Bromme, 1865 Ethnographic Atlas
This original 19th
Category
1860s Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Paper
H 11.23 in W 8.67 in D 0.01 in
Two volumes: Geographical Atlas of Spain (…) and General Dictionary...
Located in Madrid, ES
Two volumes: Geographical Atlas of Spain (…) and General Dictionary of all Peoples. Editors Gaspar
Category
1860s Spanish Other Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Other
H 10.63 in W 7.09 in D 1.97 in
Ancient World Map: Europe, Africa & Asia - 1802 Tardieu Atlas
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Map Description with title: "Monde Connu Des Anciens"
Publication Details:
- Atlas Title
Category
Early 1800s Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Paper
Cinchona Bark Varieties: A Rare Hand-Colored Illustrated Botanical Atlas (1826)
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Cinchona Bark Varieties: An Illustrated Botanical Atlas (1826)**
Description:
This rare
Category
1820s Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Paper
H 20.08 in W 12.41 in D 0.4 in
Antique Andrees Handatlas, German Cartography Book, Maps, Atlas, Reference, 1924
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large volume antique copy of Andrees' Handatlas. A German, bound chromolithography atlas
Category
1920s German Other Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Paper
H 17.72 in W 12.01 in D 2.56 in
Pair Greek Atlas Figurative Bronze Lamps by Edward F. Caldwell
Located in New York, NY
Pair of bronze and white marble figures of the Greek god, Atlas, by E.F. Caldwell, with finely
Category
1920s American Greek Revival Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Frontispiece of Homann's Atlas Novus, Hand-Coloured Engraving, Published in 1720
Located in Langweer, NL
Description: Johann Baptista Homann’s Atlas Novus Frontispiece (Circa Early 18th Century)
This
Category
1720s Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Paper
H 20.08 in W 12.01 in D 0 in
Pair Monumental Figural Supports Columns Sculptures Representing Atlas Hercules
Located in Antwerp, BE
Two carved of oak columns or pedestals, each of a muscular male figure, representing Atlas or
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Wood
H 40.95 in W 11.82 in D 12.21 in
Pair of Monumental Figural Supports Columns Representing Atlas or Hercules
Located in Antwerp, BE
Two carved of oak columns or pedestals, each of a muscular male figure, representing Atlas or
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Wood
H 40.95 in W 11.82 in D 12.21 in
Map of Friesland (La Frise), from "Atlas Nouveau Portatif" (1756)
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: Map of Friesland (La Frise), from "Atlas Nouveau Portatif" (1756)
This is an 18th-century
Category
1750s Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Paper
Earthquakes and Volcanoes Map by A.K. Johnston – Seismic Activity Atlas 1852
Located in Langweer, NL
Earthquakes and Volcanoes Map by A.K. Johnston – Seismic Activity Atlas 1852
This extraordinary
Category
Mid-19th Century Scottish Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Paper
H 13.59 in W 10.79 in D 0.01 in
Large Antique 17th Century Dorset Map, Framed Cartography, Atlas, Robert Morden
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique county map of Dorset. An English, framed atlas engraving of cartographic
Category
1690s British William and Mary Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Glass, Paper
H 16.15 in W 18.51 in D 0.79 in
1882 Blackie Atlas Maps: Atlantic States and Mississippi Valley Compilation
Located in Langweer, NL
These two maps from the 1882 Blackie Atlas provide a detailed view of the eastern half of the
Category
1880s Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Paper
H 14.97 in W 11.03 in D 0.01 in
Physical & Political Map of Switzerland: Late 18th Century - Mentelle Atlas
Located in Langweer, NL
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- **Atlas Title:** Nouvel Atlas Universel de Géographie Ancienne et Moderne
- **Purpose:** For the Nouvelle
Category
1790s Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Paper
H 16.23 in W 22.25 in D 0.01 in
Western Roman Empire Map: British Isles & Gaul - 1802 Tardieu Atlas
Located in Langweer, NL
Anciens d'Après d'Anville"
Publication Details:
- **Atlas Title:** Nouvel Atlas Universel de Géographie
Category
Early 1800s Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Paper
World Map in Two Hemispheres: Eastern & Western - 1802 Tardieu Atlas
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique Map with Title: "Mappemonde en Deux Hémisphères"
Publication Details:
- **Atlas Title
Category
Early 1800s Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Paper
Antique County Map, Rutlandshire, Framed Atlas Cartography, John Cary, Georgian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique county map of Rutlandshire. An English, framed atlas engraving of cartographic
Category
Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Atlas Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
H 14.57 in W 15.75 in D 0.6 in
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Antique Atlas Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of antique atlas furniture for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using paper, metal and fabric. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect item from our selection of antique atlas furniture — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A choice in our collection of antique atlas furniture is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco, Industrial and Neoclassical styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one object in our assortment of antique atlas furniture that is appealing in its simplicity, but Hazel-Atlas, Mehraban Rugs and Beers Atlas Co. produced versions that are worth a look.
Finding the Right Collectibles-curiosities for You
Antique and vintage collectibles and curiosities can bring whimsy and wonder to any interior.
Decorating with old scientific instruments, historical memorabilia and vintage musical instruments, as well as other authentic collectibles and curiosities that can be found on 1stDibs, presents an opportunity to create a unique, natural history museum-like atmosphere in your home that can provoke conversation as often as it pays tribute to how far we’ve come in understanding our world.
And bringing collectibles and curiosities into your space is actually on trend — Wunderkammern, or curiosity cabinets, were all the rage in Europe during the 1500s and continued to have adherents there and in the U.S. in the following centuries. Today, however, they’re experiencing a real surge in popularity and influencing how many interior designers are furnishing and decorating homes — combining contemporary with antique, scientific with tribal, earthly with extraterrestrial, Les Lalanne tables with Flemish tapestries.
The original Wunderkammern were entire rooms filled with objects demonstrating their owners’ worldly knowledge: A proper one included artificiala or preciosa (objets d’art); naturalia (such as skeletons, shells, minerals); exotica (taxidermy or dried plants); and scientifica (scientific instruments), frequently alongside religious relics and ancient artifacts.
Pay tribute to a history of rich and diverse musical traditions that have taken shape all over the world by decorating your home with a collection of antique and vintage musical instruments — with a little help from strong hanging wire or some wall hooks, vintage brass instruments such as a gong, French horn or trumpet can help elevate a home office or complement the efforts you’ve made to ensure a welcoming vibe in your home’s entryway. Bells or antique wind instruments can add provocative metallic contrasts to dark woods as tabletop decorative objects.
Create an intriguing focal point with Georgian scientific instruments, such as stick barometers with mahogany cases or lacquered brass telescopes. These items stem from an era named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who ruled England in succession starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign, which lasted until 1837). Just as there was beautiful jewelry produced during the period that today is coveted by collectors, there is much to be found in the collectibles and curiosities realm too.
Wanderlust, nostalgia and a shared love of good design are contributing factors to certain trends in decorating — just as vintage trunks and luggage have reappeared as furniture or home accents in a bedroom or foyer, decorating with globes, maps or nautical objects is similarly rooted in the allure of travel and a penchant for the stylish finishing touch that collectibles bring to our homes.
Find a wide range of antique and vintage collectibles and curiosities on 1stDibs.
Questions About Antique Atlas Furniture
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024To 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.
- What makes furniture an antique?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
A piece of furniture is considered an antique if it is at least 100 years old.
- Is antique furniture in style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, 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 14, 2024Many 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 ExpertApril 5, 2024To 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021There 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Antique 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, 2024Whether 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, 2024To 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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024To 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 ExpertOctober 5, 2021The 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 REDOctober 7, 2020To 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, 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 ExpertAugust 20, 2024To 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 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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024To 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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024To 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 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 ExpertAugust 26, 2024To 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.
- 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.
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French trendsetter and serial collector Daniel Rozensztroch tells us about his obsession with objects related to seafaring men.
39 Incredible Swimming Pools
It's hard to resist the allure of a beautiful pool. So, go ahead and daydream about whiling away your summer in paradise.
Pamela Shamshiri Shares the Secrets behind Her First-Ever Book and Its Effortlessly Cool Interiors
The sought-after designer worked with the team at Hoffman Creative to produce a monograph that beautifully showcases some of Studio Shamshiri's most inspiring projects.
Moroccan Artworks and Objects Take Center Stage in an Extraordinary Villa in Tangier
Italian writer and collector Umberto Pasti opens the doors to his remarkable cave of wonders in North Africa.
Montecito Has Drawn Royalty and Celebrities, and These Homes Are Proof of Its Allure
Hollywood A-listers, ex-pat aristocrats and art collectors and style setters of all stripes appreciate the allure of the coastal California hamlet — much on our minds after recent winter floods.
Whaam! Blam! Pow! — a New Book on Pop Art Packs a Punch
Publishing house Assouline and writer Julie Belcove have teamed up to trace the history of the genre, from Roy Lichtenstein, Andy Warhol and Yayoi Kusama to Mickalene Thomas and Jeff Koons.
The Sparkling Legacy of Tiffany & Co. Explained, One Jewel at a Time
A gorgeous new book celebrates — and memorializes — the iconic jeweler’s rich heritage.