Antique Black Furniture
17th Century Dutch Baroque Antique Black Furniture
Tortoise Shell, Ebony, Pine
Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Black Furniture
Onyx, Marble
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Black Furniture
Pine, Lacquer
Early 1900s Swiss Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Antler, Wood
1920s Art Deco Antique Black Furniture
Silver Gelatin
1920s Art Deco Antique Black Furniture
Silver Gelatin
1920s Art Deco Antique Black Furniture
Silver Gelatin
1920s Art Deco Antique Black Furniture
Silver Gelatin
1920s Art Deco Antique Black Furniture
Silver Gelatin
1920s Art Deco Antique Black Furniture
Silver Gelatin
1920s Art Deco Antique Black Furniture
Silver Gelatin
1920s Art Deco Antique Black Furniture
Silver Gelatin
1920s Modern Antique Black Furniture
Photographic Paper
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Wood
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Walnut
19th Century German Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Wood
19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Wood
Late 19th Century Swiss Antique Black Furniture
Wood
1920s Swiss Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Wood
19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Wood
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Walnut
1920s Swiss Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Wood
19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Wood
19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Wood
Early 1900s Swiss Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Wood
Early 1900s German Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Wood
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Wood
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Wood
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Wood
19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Wood
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Wood
Early 1900s Swiss Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Wood
Late 19th Century French Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Oak
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Wood
19th Century Swiss Antique Black Furniture
Softwood
19th Century Swiss Antique Black Furniture
Softwood
Late 19th Century Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Wood
Late 19th Century Swiss Antique Black Furniture
Wood
19th Century Swiss Antique Black Furniture
Walnut
Early 1900s European Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Oak
19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Softwood
19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Wood
19th Century Swiss Antique Black Furniture
Wood
Early 1900s Swiss Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Wood
19th Century German Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Hardwood
Late 19th Century Antique Black Furniture
Wood
Early 1900s Swiss Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Wood
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Walnut
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Brass
Early 20th Century German George IV Antique Black Furniture
Wood
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Glass, Wood
Late 19th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Antique Black Furniture
Wood
19th Century German Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Iron
1880s Swiss Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Wood
1880s Swedish Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Wood
Early 1900s German Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Wood, Paper
Late 19th Century Swiss Antique Black Furniture
Wood
Early 20th Century Swiss Antique Black Furniture
Wood
1870s German Black Forest Antique Black Furniture
Wood
1880s German Late Victorian Antique Black Furniture
Wood
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How Much is a Antique Black 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 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To shine lacquer furniture, spray a tiny amount of solvent-based furniture cleaner and then wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Ensure that you choose a product specifically labeled as safe for lacquered finishes. Shop a collection of lacquer furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Though you can't exactly refinish black lacquer furniture, you can repaint it. As long as you prep the furniture with a primer, you should easily be able to repaint.
- 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.
- 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, 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 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
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Whether you can use furniture polish on black lacquer furniture depends on the formulation. Heavier polishes may cause streaks and damage the finish. For best results, read the labels carefully and only choose products intended for lacquer. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of lacquer 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 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 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 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.
- 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.