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Queen Anne Cedar Hope Chest by Lane Furniture
By Lane Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Furniture one of the biggest names in 20th century American woodworking. Built in the antique Queen Anne
Category

Mid-20th Century American Queen Anne Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Mahogany, Cedar

Amazing Chest, Italy, late 16th century
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
Amazing Chest, Italy, late 16th century 93 x 214 x 74 cm Rectangular shaped chest, in walnut wood
Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Gothic Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

Amazing Chest, Italy, late 16th century
Amazing Chest, Italy, late 16th century
H 25.2 in W 84.26 in D 29.14 in
19th Century Italian CHEST WITH STAND
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
19th Century Italian CHEST WITH STAND in richly carved wood in Renaissance style h 186 x 155 x 47
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Renaissance Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

19th Century Italian CHEST WITH STAND
19th Century Italian CHEST WITH STAND
H 58.27 in W 61.03 in D 18.51 in
Baker Furniture Expresso Finish Chest of Drawers Milling Road Collection
By Milling Road, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Toledo, OH
Baker Furniture Expresso Finish Chest of Drawers Milling Road Collection, circa late 20th century
Category

Late 20th Century Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Maple

Art Nouveau Dining Room Furniture of the 19th Century
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
Art Nouveau dining room furniture of the 19th century , in oak wood, consisting of: table, 4
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Spectacular 17th Century Spanish Chest
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
Spectacular 17th Century Spanish Chest Original conditions preserved H: 57cm 133cm x 53cm
Category

Antique 17th Century Spanish Gothic Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Spectacular 17th Century Spanish Chest
Spectacular 17th Century Spanish Chest
H 22.45 in W 52.37 in D 20.87 in
Antique Saginaw Furniture Jacobean Spanish Revival Oak Lowboy Dresser Chest 50"
By Saginaw
Located in Dayton, OH
An impressive Spanish Revival chest of drawers or console by Saginaw Furniture, circa late 1930s to
Category

Vintage 1930s Spanish Colonial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Louis XV Marble Top Bombe Chest
By Europa Antiques
Located in Portland, OR
Antique French Louis XV marble top bombe chest imported from Europe. Incredible intricate patterned
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

Louis XV Marble Top Bombe Chest
Louis XV Marble Top Bombe Chest
H 32 in W 39 in D 18 in
Antique Blanket Chest
Located in Bradenton, FL
An antique pine blanket chest dated 1763 on the back. The rectangular top with beveled trim opens
Category

Antique 1760s American Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood, Pine

Antique Blanket Chest
Antique Blanket Chest
H 36 in W 37.25 in D 18.75 in
Portuguese Dining Room Furniture from the Beginning of the 20th Century
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
Dining room furniture Portuguese, from the beginning of the 20th century in chestnut wood, composed
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

PORTUGUESE CHEST OF DRAWERS 18th Century
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
PORTUGUESE CHEST OF DRAWERS 18th Century in walnut wood with two drawers and two drawers, carved
Category

Antique 19th Century Portuguese Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

PORTUGUESE CHEST OF DRAWERS 18th Century
PORTUGUESE CHEST OF DRAWERS 18th Century
H 37.01 in W 51.19 in D 24.41 in
Chest of Drawers Portuguese 18th Century
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
Chest of Drawers Portuguese 18th Century in vinhatic wood. With three drawers and folding top
Category

Antique 18th Century Portuguese Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Chest of Drawers Portuguese 18th Century
Chest of Drawers Portuguese 18th Century
H 44.89 in W 47.25 in D 25.2 in
Antique Walnut Highboy Dresser w/ Vanity Table Mirror by Berkey & Gay Furniture
By Berkey & Gay Furniture
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Antique walnut highboy dresser with vanity table mirror by Berkey & Gay Furniture featuring 3 long
Category

Vintage 1930s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Portuguese Chest with Two Drawers 19th Century
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
Portuguese chest with two drawers 19th century in mahogany wood, cushions with bands and
Category

Antique 19th Century Portuguese Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Rosewood

Portuguese Chest with Two Drawers 19th Century
Portuguese Chest with Two Drawers 19th Century
H 24.41 in W 36.62 in D 18.12 in
Antique Oak Chest, Coffer.
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Antique Oak Coffer. A lovely small proportioned oak antique coffer or chest from the 18th century
Category

Antique 1780s British Blanket Chests

Materials

Oak

Antique Oak Chest, Coffer.
Antique Oak Chest, Coffer.
H 27.75 in W 40.75 in D 21 in
Antique Camphor Travel Chest
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Large early 20th C antique camphor travel chest. 1920. Reference: 7659 Dimensions 48 inches
Category

20th Century English Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

Antique Camphor Travel Chest
Antique Camphor Travel Chest
H 25.5 in W 48 in D 30 in
Antique Camphor Travel Chest
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Large early 20th C antique camphor travel chest with original stamp. 1930. Reference: 7660
Category

20th Century English Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

Antique Camphor Travel Chest
Antique Camphor Travel Chest
H 25.5 in W 45 in D 26 in
Antique Oak Blanket Chest
Located in Bradenton, FL
An arts and crafts period blanket chest made of oak, stained in a mahogany brown. The lid with
Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Blanket Chests

Materials

Oak

Antique Oak Blanket Chest
Antique Oak Blanket Chest
H 21 in W 44 in D 19 in
Portuguese Rosewood Chest with Two Drawers, 17th Century
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
PORTUGUESE ROSEWOOD CHEST WITH TWO DRAWERS 17th century Portuguese from the 17th century, in
Category

Antique 17th Century Portuguese Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Rosewood

Antique Latvian Dowry Chest
By Ken Petersen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully painted Latvian wedding chest with symbolic "tree of life" motif with flowers
Category

Antique 19th Century Latvian Country Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

Antique Latvian Dowry Chest
Antique Latvian Dowry Chest
H 30 in W 44 in D 28 in
LOUIS XV STYLE CHEST OF DRAWERS French, 19th Century
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
LOUIS XV STYLE CHEST OF DRAWERS French, 19th Century finished in various woods, two drawers and
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

LOUIS XV STYLE CHEST OF DRAWERS French, 19th Century
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
LOUIS XV STYLE CHEST OF DRAWERS French, 19th Century paneled in various woods, with three drawers
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Antique Swiss Wedding Chest
Located in Dallas, TX
This large, painted chest originates from Switzerland, circa 1830s. It features a vibrant design
Category

Antique 19th Century Swiss Blanket Chests

Materials

Walnut

Antique Swiss Wedding Chest
Antique Swiss Wedding Chest
H 36 in W 61 in D 27 in
French Louis XV Chest of Drawers end 18th century
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
French Louis XV Chest of Drawers end 18th century moved veneered with geometric inlays with three
Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Antique Indian Painted Padouk Chest
Located in New York, US
Our very unique, antique (19th century) padouk wood wedding chest with iron mounts features fine
Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Blanket Chests

Materials

Iron

Antique Indian Painted Padouk Chest
Antique Indian Painted Padouk Chest
H 30 in W 48 in D 31.5 in
18th Century Antique Travel Chest
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
18th century antique travel chest. Solid wood with tin cladding. Baroque lock fully functional with
Category

Antique 18th Century Austrian Campaign Blanket Chests

Materials

Tin

18th Century Antique Travel Chest
18th Century Antique Travel Chest
H 22.45 in W 47.64 in D 26.38 in
LOUIS XV STYLE CHEST OF DRAWERS French, end 19thCentury/20th Century
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
LOUIS XV STYLE CHEST OF DRAWERS French end 19th Century/20th Century veneered with rosewood and
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

LOUIS XV STYLE CHEST OF DRAWERS French, end 19thCentury/20th Century
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
LOUIS XV STYLE CHEST OF DRAWERS French, end 19thCentury/20th Century Facaded with rosewood and
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Antique Carved Chinese Camphor Chest
Located in Kastrup, DK
An antique carved Chinese camphor and blackwood chest. Blackwood front carved in relief with
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Blanket Chests

Materials

Hardwood

Antique Carved Chinese Camphor Chest
Antique Carved Chinese Camphor Chest
H 19.69 in W 40.16 in D 22.05 in
Antique Pyrography Blanket Storage Chest
Located in Seattle, WA
Antique pyrography blanket storage chest box. From the early 1900s in good vintage condition.
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Classical Blanket Chests

Materials

Oak, Pine

Early Antique Upholstered Bench Chest
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A wonderful pair of upholstered bench or chest we purchased from a diverse Palm Springs estate. The
Category

Antique 19th Century English Blanket Chests

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Antique Spanish Chest, circa 1750
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Spanish chest Origin: Spain circa 1750 Measurements: 36 1/2"W x 19 1/4"D x 23"H
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Spanish Blanket Chests

Materials

Walnut

Antique Spanish Chest,  circa 1750
Antique Spanish Chest,  circa 1750
H 23 in W 36.5 in D 19.25 in
Monumental Antique Indian Dowry Chest
Located in Forney, TX
A magnificent antique metal-bound solid teak wood damchiya marriage dowry chest with hidden
Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Rustic Blanket Chests

Materials

Iron

Antique Chest in Black, Germany
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
Antique German open chest/box in black from approximate 1860 presumably for the storage of music
Category

Antique 19th Century German Blanket Chests

Materials

Oak, Wood

Antique Chest in Black, Germany
Antique Chest in Black, Germany
H 17.33 in W 27.96 in D 20.08 in
Antique German Baroque Storage Chest
Located in Kastrup, DK
German baroque storage chest or trunk in its original condition. Hand carved in oak with
Category

Antique 17th Century German Baroque Blanket Chests

Materials

Iron

 Antique German Baroque Storage Chest
 Antique German Baroque Storage Chest
H 27.96 in W 54.73 in D 26.78 in
Antique Bombay Chest
Located in Nashville, TN
This is a lovely antique Bombay chest! This piece dates to the late 18th century and has lovely
Category

Antique 1780s Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Hardwood

Antique Bombay Chest
Antique Bombay Chest
H 33 in W 37 in D 22 in
Antique Gothic Spanish Chest/Trunk
Located in Schellebelle, BE
decorations, good old patina and shine of the wood, powerful piece of furniture, ideal to combine with
Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

Antique Gothic Spanish Chest/Trunk
Antique Gothic Spanish Chest/Trunk
H 24.41 in W 70.87 in D 23.63 in
Empire Chest of Drawers in Mahogany Veneer, 19th century Napoleon III RESTAURED
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
Empire chest of drawers in mahogany veneer, 19th century Three drawers plus one under the gray
Category

Antique 19th Century French Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century Pine wood
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century Pine wood perfectly preserved
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century Pine wood
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century Pine wood perfectly preserved
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century Pine wood
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century Pine wood perfectly preserved
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century Pine wood
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century Pine wood perfectly preserved
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century Pine wood
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century Pine wood perfectly preserved
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century Pine wood
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century Pine wood perfectly preserved
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century Pine wood
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century Pine wood perfectly preserved
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century Pine wood
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century Pine wood perfectly preserved
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Hand Painted Bombay Chest by Patina Furniture Company, 1980s
Located in Hamburg, PA
A lovely hand-painted Bombe or Bombay Chest of Drawers by Patina Furniture Company, 1980s. This
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Bohemian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Traditional Mahogany Chest-On-Chest by Leighton Hall - Showroom Sample
By Leighton Hall Furniture
Located in Suwanee, GA
This is a traditional mahogany Chest-On-Chest by Leighton Hall Furniture. It features classic
Category

2010s Philippine Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Antique American Stained Pine Blanket Chest
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Antique Blanket Chest, has 2 lower drawers. The legs have well crafted turnings and the drawers have
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Country Blanket Chests

Materials

Pine

Antique American Stained Pine Blanket Chest
Antique American Stained Pine Blanket Chest
H 39.25 in W 38.5 in D 17.5 in
Antique French Gothic Trunk ~ Blanket Chest
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Gothic Trunk ~ Blanket Chest continues the legacy of the original form of cased
Category

Early 20th Century French Gothic Blanket Chests

Materials

Oak

Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century with Wood Panels
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century Pine wood perfectly preserved
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Antique Large Chest in Sucupira Wood
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
. Supporting the chest are turned wooden feet, a classic feature in antique furniture. These feet are shaped
Category

Antique 1890s Portuguese Romantic Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

Antique Large Chest in Sucupira Wood
Antique Large Chest in Sucupira Wood
H 31.5 in W 55.12 in D 30.71 in
Antique Italian Brass Wood Chest Trunk
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful Italian antique chest, trunk in great solid wood with blackened carved edges and frames
Category

20th Century Italian Baroque Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass

Antique Italian Brass Wood Chest Trunk
Antique Italian Brass Wood Chest Trunk
H 21.26 in W 30.32 in D 19.3 in
Antique Cedar Wood Storage Bench Chest
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique cedar wood storage bench chest We can’t say enough nice things about this piece Beautiful
Category

Early 20th Century Blanket Chests

Materials

Cedar

Antique Cedar Wood Storage Bench Chest
Antique Cedar Wood Storage Bench Chest
H 18 in W 36 in D 16.75 in
Antique Romanian Painted Pine Blanket Chest
Located in Centennial, CO
An absolutely charming antique Romanian or eastern European painted blanket chest. Original paint
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Romanian Folk Art Blanket Chests

Materials

Iron

Antique Burr Walnut Blanket Chest / Trunk
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and unusual antique burr walnut blanket chest / trunk. This was made in England, it
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Vintage 1950s British Georgian Blanket Chests

Materials

Walnut

Antique Burr Walnut Blanket Chest / Trunk
Antique Burr Walnut Blanket Chest / Trunk
H 19.3 in W 39.38 in D 17.72 in
Antique 18th Century Oak Mule Chest
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique 18th century antique oak mule chest having a lift up lid, original hinges, four lovely
Category

Antique 18th Century English Blanket Chests

Materials

Oak

Antique 18th Century Oak Mule Chest
Antique 18th Century Oak Mule Chest
H 29.93 in W 50.01 in D 22.84 in
Antique Walnut Colonial Style Blanket Chest
Located in Charlotte, NC
A large antique American Colonial style blanket chest, unbranded. Solid walnut with brass hardware
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American American Colonial Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass

Antique Primitive Blanket Chest or Commode
Located in Brea, CA
Antique primitive blanket chest entry table This Primitive blanket chest we love as an entry or
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Early 20th Century Primitive Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

Antique George II Walnut Chest On Chest
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An antique Georgian walnut chest on chest with three short drawers below a moulded crown above
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Antique Late 18th Century English George II Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Antique George II Walnut Chest On Chest
Antique George II Walnut Chest On Chest
H 71 in W 40.5 in D 20.75 in
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Antique Chest Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of antique chest furniture for your home. An item from our selection of antique chest furniture — often made from wood, mahogany and metal — can elevate any home. There are 3456 variations of the antique or vintage choice in our collection of antique chest furniture you’re looking for, while we also have 11 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. An object in our assortment of antique chest furniture made by Georgian designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — is very popular. A well-made option in this array of antique chest furniture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Gillows of Lancaster & London, Biedermeier and Ken Petersen are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique Chest Furniture?

The average selling price for a piece of antique chest furniture at 1stDibs is $2,957, while they’re typically $235 on the low end and $144,000 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets for You

Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of storage case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About Antique Chest Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

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

  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Lane Furniture does indeed make cedar chests. From 1912 to 1987, the American furniture company estimated it had sold around 12 million chests and that number continues to grow with today’s sales. Cedar chests are widely used to store clothing and linen because cedar wood is a natural repellent against moisture and moths. You can shop a collection of Lane cedar chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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 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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