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Antique Exotic Folding & Adjustable Daybed "British Campaign Furniture" London
Located in Antwerp, BE
Interior. Also to use as a coffee table. Campaign furniture, designed to be folded up, packed, and carried
Category

1870s British Early Victorian Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Rattan, Walnut

Antique Exotic Folding & Adjustable Daybed "British Campaign Furniture" London
Antique Exotic Folding & Adjustable Daybed "British Campaign Furniture" London

Antique Exotic Folding & Adjustable Daybed "British Campaign Furniture" London

H 14.97 in W 74.81 in D 27.56 in
Folding Bamboo Table
Located in London, England
Rattan covered folding bamboo occasional / side table.
Category

Early 1900s Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Pine

Antique Folding Bamboo Table
Folding Bamboo Table

Folding Bamboo Table

H 27.56 in W 30.71 in D 19.69 in
Italian Folding Stool
Located in VILLENEUVE-LÈS-AVIGNON, FR
Beautiful folding stool in carved and gilded wood with rosettes and acanthus leaves. Late 17th
Category

Late 17th Century Italian Louis XIV Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Giltwood

Antique Italian Folding Stool
Italian Folding Stool

Italian Folding Stool

H 25.6 in W 31.5 in D 20.48 in
Tri Fold Mirror
Located in Pasadena, TX
Triptych vanity mirror featuring beveled, mirrored borders around each mirror panel proper. Piece is embellished on borders with gilt foliage and linear accents.
Category

Early 20th Century Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Glass

Antique Tri Fold Mirror
Tri Fold Mirror

Tri Fold Mirror

H 21 in W 5 in D 28 in
decorative folding chair
Located in grand Lancy, CH
decorative folding chair
Category

Early 20th Century Swiss Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique decorative folding chair
decorative folding chair

decorative folding chair

H 33.47 in W 13 in D 17.33 in
Georgian Mahogany Folding Dumbwaiter
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Very Good Quality George III Period, Late 18th Century, Mahogany Folding Dumbwaiter Having Three
Category

Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Georgian Mahogany Folding Dumbwaiter
Georgian Mahogany Folding Dumbwaiter

Georgian Mahogany Folding Dumbwaiter

H 46 in W 24 in D 24 in
Tuscan folding chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The rectangular leather back over scrolled leaf carved arms with flower head terminals , raised on X form legs ending in paw feet
Category

19th Century Italian Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Antique Tuscan folding chairs
Tuscan folding chairs

Tuscan folding chairs

H 34 in W 27 in D 22.2 in
Small wooden folding chair
Located in Nivelles, BE
Small folding chair in fir wood with cast-iron base, to be fixed to the floor, set of 3 chairs
Category

Early 20th Century European Brutalist Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Iron

Antique Small wooden folding chair
Small wooden folding chair

Small wooden folding chair

H 29.53 in W 14.97 in D 11.82 in
Rocking Folding Chair
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
A simple Italian little rocking and folding chair, light but sturdy : perhaps the memory of a
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Fruitwood

Antique Rocking Folding Chair
Rocking Folding Chair

Rocking Folding Chair

H 44.49 in W 18.9 in D 44.49 in
Folding bench, circa 1900
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
special thing about this bench is that it is foldable.
Category

Early 1900s French Rustic Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Iron

Folding bench, circa 1900
Folding bench, circa 1900

Folding bench, circa 1900

H 34.65 in W 59.06 in D 20.87 in
1900s French Oak Folding Table
Located in High Point, NC
This 1900s French oak folding table offers a versatile blend of functionality and rustic charm
Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Oak

1900s French Oak Folding Table
1900s French Oak Folding Table

1900s French Oak Folding Table

H 29.6 in W 58.5 in D 29.3 in
Mahogany Folding Table, 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Elegant folding table featuring tall, fluted, tapering legs and a narrow drawer integrated into the
Category

19th Century Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Mahogany Folding Table, 19th Century
Mahogany Folding Table, 19th Century

Mahogany Folding Table, 19th Century

H 29.73 in W 34.26 in D 16.93 in
Antique style folding chair
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Antique style folding chair
Category

19th Century European Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique style folding chair
Antique style folding chair

Antique style folding chair

H 37.8 in W 27.56 in D 20.87 in
Folding Drinks Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
A mid-19th century English folding or coaching table in mahogany with scissor action X-frame legs
Category

Mid-19th Century English Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Folding Drinks Table
Folding Drinks Table

Folding Drinks Table

H 28 in W 35 in D 18 in
Antique Heriringbone folding Table
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
This is a beautiful example of a master furniture maker. The inlay is on both sides of this table
Category

Mid-19th Century Federal Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Heriringbone folding Table
Antique Heriringbone folding Table

Antique Heriringbone folding Table

H 28.5 in W 37 in D 19 in
Italian Inlaid Folding Chair
Located in Greenwich, CT
An “X”-frame folding chair with curved arms and legs joined by a central working pivot and standing
Category

18th Century Italian Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Italian Inlaid Folding Chair
Italian Inlaid Folding Chair

Italian Inlaid Folding Chair

H 36 in W 28 in D 18.5 in
Antique Folding Chair 1850
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Old faux bamboo wood folding chair in gild gold color and green fabric. Has a very nice patina.
Category

1850s French Hollywood Regency Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Antique Folding Chair 1850
Antique Folding Chair 1850

Antique Folding Chair 1850

H 27.56 in W 17.33 in D 17.33 in
Antique Folding Curule Armchair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th century folding wood Savonarola chair with carved medallion of twin fish in back slat.
Category

19th Century Italian Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique Folding Curule Armchair
Antique Folding Curule Armchair

Antique Folding Curule Armchair

H 37.75 in W 30 in D 14 in
Folding Bench from USA
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A finely crafted and uncommon American folding two-seat bench in stained oak, having contoured
Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Oak

Folding Bench from USA
Folding Bench from USA

Folding Bench from USA

H 30 in W 35 in D 18 in
Circular Folding Garden Table
Located in London, England
Early 20th century steel circular garden table on folding base in original paint finish. H 70cm x
Category

1920s Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Steel

Circular Folding Garden Table
Circular Folding Garden Table

Circular Folding Garden Table

H 39.38 in Dm 39.38 in
Circular Folding Garden Table
Located in London, England
Early 20th century white painted steel circular garden table on tripod folding base. H 65cm x W
Category

1920s Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Steel

Circular Folding Garden Table
Circular Folding Garden Table

Circular Folding Garden Table

H 25.6 in Dm 35.44 in
19th Century English Folding Table
Located in Nashville, TN
This is a beautiful 19th century English folding table. The patina and character on this piece is
Category

1880s English Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

19th Century English Folding Table
19th Century English Folding Table

19th Century English Folding Table

H 30 in W 90 in D 32 in
19th Century Teak Folding Table
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A teak folding table, featuring a minimalistic design with clean lines. This charming and versatile
Category

19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Teak

19th Century Teak Folding Table
19th Century Teak Folding Table

19th Century Teak Folding Table

H 28 in W 23 in D 30 in
Antique Four Seat Folding Row
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Long four seat pew bench with folding seats. Slat back and seats in sturdy frame. Great for
Category

Early 20th Century Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique Four Seat Folding Row
Antique Four Seat Folding Row

Antique Four Seat Folding Row

H 34 in W 72 in D 20 in
19th century French folding garden table ..
Located in Brecht, BE
a foldable french iron garden table ... rests of old paint ... can be used indoors as well as
Category

19th Century French Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Iron

19th century French folding garden table ..
19th century French folding garden table ..

19th century French folding garden table ..

H 26.78 in Dm 31.5 in
Louis XVI Fold Over Table
Located in Charlottesville, VA
A Louis XVI-style fold-over table with a mahogany top and elegant tapered legs. The table features
Category

Early 19th Century French Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Louis XVI Fold Over Table
Louis XVI Fold Over Table

Louis XVI Fold Over Table

H 29 in Dm 43.75 in
Regency Style Chinoiserie Folding Table
Located in Essex, MA
Can fold and be used as a decorative screen. Two shelves with Chinoiserie decoration.
Category

Early 1900s American Regency Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wood

Regency Style Chinoiserie Folding Table
Regency Style Chinoiserie Folding Table

Regency Style Chinoiserie Folding Table

H 31 in W 18 in D 14 in
Chinese Wooden Folding Chair
Located in San Francisco, CA
Chinese wooden folding chair with a seat area of 16" x 9" and a seat height of 22".
Category

Early 20th Century Asian Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wood

Chinese Wooden Folding Chair
Chinese Wooden Folding Chair

Chinese Wooden Folding Chair

H 42 in W 24 in D 22 in
Art Nouveau Folding Children's Chair
Located in Darmstadt, DE
sheepskin. The chair at the table can be folded backwards and the whole chair can also be folded so that the
Category

Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Leather, Beech, Spruce

Art Nouveau Folding Children's Chair
Art Nouveau Folding Children's Chair

Art Nouveau Folding Children's Chair

H 37.41 in W 19.3 in D 22.05 in
19th Century Campaign Folding Stool
Located in High Point, NC
Late 19th century fruitwood folding campaign stool with a well used canvas seat. Wonderful in its
Category

Late 19th Century English Campaign Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Canvas, Fruitwood

19th Century Campaign Folding Stool
19th Century Campaign Folding Stool

19th Century Campaign Folding Stool

H 21.5 in W 17.5 in D 14.75 in
Baroque Folding Screen
Located in Budapest, HU
Baroque folding screen in excellent condition. Pine frame, painted canvas.
Category

18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Baroque Folding Screen
Baroque Folding Screen

Baroque Folding Screen

H 63.78 in W 94.49 in D 1.58 in
French Campaign Folding Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French wrought iron adjustable folding chaise lounge, 19th C.
Category

19th Century French Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Iron

French Campaign Folding Chair
French Campaign Folding Chair

French Campaign Folding Chair

H 38 in W 60 in D 30 in
1920s French Burl Wood Folding Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great folding table from France, 1920s. Beautiful wood top with burl inlay and three sculptural
Category

1920s French Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Iron

1920s French Burl Wood Folding Table
1920s French Burl Wood Folding Table

1920s French Burl Wood Folding Table

H 28 in Dm 35.25 in
Japanese antique 2 wood panel folding room divider, Byobu, folding screen
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
) when folded : : w 36.81 in / h 44.29 in /d 2.36 in (w 935mm / h 1125mm / d 60mm) item weight : 20.28
Category

1920s Japanese Primitive Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Japanese antique 2 wood panel folding room divider, Byobu, folding screen
Japanese antique 2 wood panel folding room divider, Byobu, folding screen

Japanese antique 2 wood panel folding room divider, Byobu, folding screen

H 44.3 in W 73.82 in D 11.82 in
19th century French foldable iron garden table ...
Located in Brecht, BE
lovely patina on this iron foldable French garden table, rests of old paint, sturdy and ready to
Category

19th Century French Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Iron

19th century French foldable iron garden table ...
19th century French foldable iron garden table ...

19th century French foldable iron garden table ...

H 28.35 in Dm 35.44 in
American Country Outdoor Folding Loveseat
Located in Queens, NY
American Country style Outdoor folding iron loveseat with a weathered white painted wood slat
Category

Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Slate, Iron

American Country Outdoor Folding Loveseat
American Country Outdoor Folding Loveseat

American Country Outdoor Folding Loveseat

H 40 in W 46.5 in D 24 in
Walnut Folding Artists Easel
Located in Cheshire, GB
Walnut folding artists easel, the folding frame with a rise and fall shelf with hinged fall front
Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Walnut Folding Artists Easel
Walnut Folding Artists Easel

Walnut Folding Artists Easel

H 75 in W 24 in D 31 in
Antique English Folding Tray Table
By Waring and Gillows
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this extremely well made folding butlers tray table. A very
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique English Folding Tray Table
Antique English Folding Tray Table

Antique English Folding Tray Table

H 24.61 in W 29.93 in D 17.33 in
Edwardian folding silver photograph frame
By E. Mander & Son Ltd
Located in London, GB
This antique hinged and folding silver photograph frame is handmade in the simplest style with
Category

Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Edwardian folding silver photograph frame
Edwardian folding silver photograph frame

Edwardian folding silver photograph frame

H 7.29 in W 10.63 in D 1.38 in
Antique Folding Children's Buggy Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Antique, children's chair for a buggy or early automobile features a cast iron frame with folding
Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Iron

Antique Folding Children's Buggy Chair
Antique Folding Children's Buggy Chair

Antique Folding Children's Buggy Chair

H 28 in W 14 in D 15 in
Late Qing Dynasty Hunting Folding Chair
Located in Charleston, SC
Sometimes called Hunting Chairs, or Jiaoy Armchairs, these horseshoe-back folding chairs were used
Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Brass

Late Qing Dynasty Hunting Folding Chair
Late Qing Dynasty Hunting Folding Chair

Late Qing Dynasty Hunting Folding Chair

H 34 in W 25 in D 29 in
Italian Folding Screen
Located in Houston, TX
This six-panel screen borrows from the Roman practice as an homage to the great designers that came before. Ancient roman courtyard houses typically had architectural elements crown ...
Category

Early 20th Century Neoclassical Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paper

Italian Folding Screen
Italian Folding Screen

Italian Folding Screen

H 83.75 in W 94 in D 0.75 in
Pair of French Folding Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of antique French folding chairs with iron frames. Distinctive vertical beechwood slats form
Category

19th Century French Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Iron

Pair of French Folding Chairs
Pair of French Folding Chairs

Pair of French Folding Chairs

H 34 in W 19 in D 17 in
Italian Inlaid Folding Savonarola Chair
Located in North York, ON
Original folding chair with finely carved detailed patterns and mother of pearl inlay. Price
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Italian Inlaid Folding Savonarola Chair
Italian Inlaid Folding Savonarola Chair

Italian Inlaid Folding Savonarola Chair

H 38 in W 24.5 in D 22 in
French Vigneron Folding Table with Original Polychromy
Located in MADRID, ES
French Vigneron table. French vineyard folding table. Hand painted wooden top with monkey motif
Category

19th Century French Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wood

French Vigneron Folding Table with Original Polychromy
French Vigneron Folding Table with Original Polychromy

French Vigneron Folding Table with Original Polychromy

H 28.75 in W 34.26 in D 34.26 in
Large Four Fold Screen
Located in London, England
Large mahogany framed four fold reversible room divider in gold on one side and burgundy on the
Category

1890s British Edwardian Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Canvas, Mahogany

Large Four Fold Screen
Large Four Fold Screen

Large Four Fold Screen

H 95.67 in W 89.77 in D 1.19 in
French 1920’s painted folding metalwork table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
French 1920's painted folding metalwork table. Good quality table with many practically use's
Category

Early 20th Century French Rustic Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Steel

French 1920’s painted folding metalwork table
French 1920’s painted folding metalwork table

French 1920’s painted folding metalwork table

H 28.5 in W 60.25 in D 24.25 in
19th century quirky French oak foldable table ...
Located in Brecht, BE
A quirky 19th century oak foldable table, unique piece, lovely grey patina ...
Category

19th Century French Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Oak

19th century quirky French oak foldable table ...
19th century quirky French oak foldable table ...

19th century quirky French oak foldable table ...

H 27.56 in W 2,042.92 in D 42.52 in
Japanese antique Yoshino Cedar 2-panel folding room divider Byobu folding screen
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
1.18 in (w 1866mm / h 1820mm /d 30mm) when folded : : w 36.73 in / h 71.65 in /d 2.36 in (w 933mm / h
Category

1920s Japanese Primitive Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Japanese antique Yoshino Cedar 2-panel folding room divider Byobu folding screen
Japanese antique Yoshino Cedar 2-panel folding room divider Byobu folding screen

Japanese antique Yoshino Cedar 2-panel folding room divider Byobu folding screen

H 71.66 in W 73.47 in D 1.19 in
Antique French Campaign Style Folding Stool
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Extremely unusual French Campaign Style cane and fruitwood folding stool. The side legs are hinged
Category

Mid-19th Century French Country Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Cane, Fruitwood

Antique French Campaign Style Folding Stool
Antique French Campaign Style Folding Stool

Antique French Campaign Style Folding Stool

H 13.5 in W 14.5 in D 10 in
Early Oak Folding Cutting/Work Table
Located in Louisville, KY
There's something very unique about this early 1900's cutting/work table. Maybe it's the simplistically slim design. Or the unusual details seen in the thin brass rods that work smar...
Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Brass

Early Oak Folding Cutting/Work Table
Early Oak Folding Cutting/Work Table

Early Oak Folding Cutting/Work Table

H 27.25 in W 36 in D 18.25 in
Folding Chair, Thonet, 1920's
By Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Czechoslovakia - made of wood - good, original condition.
Category

1920s Czech Mid-Century Modern Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wood

Folding Chair, Thonet, 1920's
Folding Chair, Thonet, 1920's

Folding Chair, Thonet, 1920's

H 32.29 in W 17.33 in D 15.75 in
English Edwardian Folding Games Table
Located in Hudson, NY
furniture and equipment required for daily life as if they still lived in home-like surroundings. Chests
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

English Edwardian Folding Games Table
English Edwardian Folding Games Table

English Edwardian Folding Games Table

H 26.75 in W 30 in D 30 in
19th Century Andalucia Inlaid Folding Chair
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
, of Good Size. This beautiful chair is very much in the manner of the folding chairs produced in the
Category

19th Century Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

19th Century Andalucia Inlaid Folding Chair
19th Century Andalucia Inlaid Folding Chair

19th Century Andalucia Inlaid Folding Chair

H 41.34 in W 25.2 in D 19.3 in
Unusual 4 Fold French Brass Fire Guard Heavy Bass Folding Fireguard
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Unusual 4 Fold French Brass Fire Guard This is a heavy folding Fireguard, the guard is all made
Category

19th Century French Provincial Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Brass

Unusual 4 Fold French Brass Fire Guard Heavy Bass Folding Fireguard
Unusual 4 Fold French Brass Fire Guard Heavy Bass Folding Fireguard

Unusual 4 Fold French Brass Fire Guard Heavy Bass Folding Fireguard

H 21 in W 49 in D 0.2 in
English Regency Fold Over Tea Table
Located in Faversham, GB
An early 19th century rosewood fold over table. The top of the table slides over on an offset pivot
Category

Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Brass

English Regency Fold Over Tea Table
English Regency Fold Over Tea Table

English Regency Fold Over Tea Table

H 29.34 in W 36.23 in D 18 in
Chair with foldings slats, called "Savonarole"
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
CHAIR WITH FOLDING SLATS, CALLED «SAVONAROLE»   ORIGIN : FLORENCE, ITALY PERIOD : LATE 15th
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16th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Chair with foldings slats, called "Savonarole"
Chair with foldings slats, called "Savonarole"

Chair with foldings slats, called "Savonarole"

H 33.47 in W 25.6 in D 21.66 in
Vintage Folding Wall Paper Console Table
Located in New York, NY
Great vintage folding wall paper table, made in the USA circa 1930's. The table is constructed of
Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Folding Furniture

Materials

Metal

Vintage Folding Wall Paper Console Table
Vintage Folding Wall Paper Console Table

Vintage Folding Wall Paper Console Table

H 32 in W 85.25 in D 22 in
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Antique Folding Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of antique folding furniture on 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and mahogany. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect piece of antique folding furniture — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An item from our selection of antique folding furniture, designed in the Victorian, Georgian or Industrial style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Japanese School, Fenton Brothers and Liberty of London each produced at least one beautiful choice in our collection of antique folding furniture that is worth considering.

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A piece of antique folding furniture can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,402, while the lowest priced sells for $50 and the highest can go for as much as $4,500,000.
Questions About Antique Folding Furniture
  • How do I identify my antique furniture?
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    1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    To identify your antique furniture, look for an engraving, tag, label or other marking that indicates who produced it. You may find it on the bottom or back of your furniture or inside a drawer or cabinet. Once you have located the marking, you can snap a photo of it and use a reverse image search to try and identify the maker. Or, you can type a description of the mark into a search engine. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to get assistance with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique furniture.
  • What makes furniture an antique?
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    1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

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

  • Is antique furniture in style?
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    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.
  • What antique furniture is popular?
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    1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024
    Many antique furniture brands are popular. While trends in collecting do vary over time, some makers consistently remain highly sought after. Among them are J. & J.W. Meeks, John Henry Belter, R. J. Horner and Co., Stickley Furniture, George Hepplewhite, Josef Dannhauser, Thomas Chippendale and Thomas Sheridan. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique furniture.
  • How do I know if my furniture is antique?
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    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.
  • How do I know if my antique furniture is valuable?
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    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.
  • How do I date antique furniture from the UK?
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    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.
  • Is antique furniture worth anything?
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    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.
  • Is antique furniture making a comeback?
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    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.
  • How do you identify antique Chinese furniture?
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    1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify antique Chinese furniture, look carefully at its details. Chinese craftsmen often built furniture using mortise and tenon joinery, eliminating the need for nails and screws. If you see this type of hardware, your piece is likely not at least 100 years old, especially if the hardware still looks new and shiny. Since antique furniture was handmade, you will normally see slight imperfections, such as tool marks or slight variations in carvings. Pieces that appear completely uniform and pristine are less often genuine antiques.

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

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  • What is the best finish for antique furniture?
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    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
  • How can I tell if my Chinese furniture is antique?
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    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.

  • How can I tell how old my antique furniture is?
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    1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell how old your antique furniture is, research the maker using trusted online resources. You may find that the furniture maker was active for only a short period, giving you the ability to roughly estimate its age. For manufacturers and designers with a long history of production, consider the style of your furniture and look for images of similar pieces published online. Because it may be difficult to date furniture on your own, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
  • How can I tell what my antique furniture is worth?
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    1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To tell what your antique furniture is worth, look at sales histories on trusted online platforms and read valuation guides posted on trusted online resources. The maker, type, style, age and condition of your furniture will impact its value. Researching furniture produced by the same maker is a good starting point. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also aid you in the valuation process. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • How old is furniture called antique?
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    1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    How old furniture that is called antique can be is typically at least 100 years. People usually call furniture between 20 and 99 years old vintage. Contemporary is the word for furniture manufactured within the last 20 years. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
  • How can you tell antique furniture from reproduction?
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    1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell antique furniture from reproduction, first check for a maker's mark. By researching the maker associated with the marking using trusted online resources, you can determine when they were active. If the company was in business 100 years ago or more, your piece may be an antique, but if the company's history began more recently, your piece is likely a reproduction. If you can't locate a marking, study the details of the furniture up close. Genuine antiques will often show tool marks and slight variations in carved details because they were typically handcrafted. Most contemporary furniture is machine-made, so you won't usually see these types of characteristics. When in doubt, have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your furniture. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique furniture.
  • How can I tell who made my antique furniture?
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    1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell who made your antique furniture, seek out a maker's marking. Locations of these marks vary, but they are generally in an inconspicuous location. For example, a dresser may have the mark inside a drawer or on the back, while a hallmark on a table is often on a leg or under the tabletop. Once you locate a mark, you can use trusted online resources to identify the maker and learn more about them. If you can't find a marking on your piece, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you with the identification process. Explore a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • How old must furniture be to be considered antique?
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    1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024
    To be considered antique, furniture must usually be at least 100 years old. Contemporary is the name for furniture produced within the last 20 years. Vintage furniture is at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
  • How do you tell the difference between antique and reproduction furniture?
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    1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    To tell the difference between antique and reproduction furniture, first look at hidden areas, such as the backs or insides of the drawers. On reproduction furniture, you may find plywood or engineered wood in these areas, while antique furniture will usually have solid hardwood on drawer interiors and backs. Also, slight irregularities and marks indicating that the furniture was built with hand tools rather than machines usually suggest that the piece is antique. Because it can be difficult to differentiate reproductions from genuine antiques without expertise and training, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer about the age of your piece. Find a diverse assortment of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • What’s the difference between vintage and antique furniture?
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    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.