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Antique Art Nouveau Oak Luggage Stand - Quality Rack from circa 1910
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
, imperfections, alterations, and repairs, all consistent with the functionality of antique furniture. Identified
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1910s Victorian Antique Furniture Identifier

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Oak

Antique Art Nouveau Mahogany Bookcase - Quality Book Trough Magazine Stand C1920
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
antique furniture. Identified by stock number 8512.
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Early 20th Century Antique Furniture Identifier

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Wood

Art Nouveau Antique Oak Bookcase Display Cabinet - Quality C1910 Piece
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
, imperfections, repairs, and alterations, typical of functional antique furniture. Identified by stock number
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1910s Antique Furniture Identifier

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Oak

Art Deco Antique Oak Bookcase Display Cabinet - Quality C1920 Piece
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
, repairs, and alterations, typical of functional antique furniture. Identified by stock number 8518.
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1920s Antique Furniture Identifier

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Oak

Commode in Original Neoclassical Style with Bronze Decorations
Located in Prato, Tuscany
, it makes way for a different style of furniture, identified in France as Louis XVI and in the rest of
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Mid-18th Century French Neoclassical Antique Furniture Identifier

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Sapele Wood

Early Chart Identifying British Spice Trading Colony of Bencoolen, Sumatra, 1797
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'A Chart of the West Coast of Sumatra'. Early nautical chart identifying the
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1790s Antique Furniture Identifier

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Paper

George III Serpentine Inlaid Writing Dressing Table
By Pierre Langlois
Located in Lymington, GB
Dominique Jean, who made the mounts for his furniture. Langlois’ London clients included John Russell, 4th
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1770s English Antique Furniture Identifier

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Wood

Antique C1900 Decorated Beech Table - Quality Occasional Side Centre Window
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
are generally desirable traits in antique furniture. The slight historic distortion further enhances
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Early 1900s Antique Furniture Identifier

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Beech

1950s Dinner Table Palazzi Dell'Arte Cantù, Paolo Buffa, Walnut, Maple Inlaid
By Paolo Buffa, Palazzi Dell'Arte
Located in Vigonza, Padua
between the 1930s and 1960s. He is known for an array of furniture designs that marry Neoclassical and Art
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Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Furniture Identifier

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Bronze

Unknown Designer. 19th Century Brazilian Bench in Wood
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
piece has a beautiful patina, its exact date of creation is unknown as the author hasn't been identified
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19th Century Brazilian Rustic Antique Furniture Identifier

Materials

Wood

Unknown Designer. 19th Century Brazilian Bench in Wood
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
piece has a beautiful patina, its exact date of creation is unknown as the author hasn't been identified
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19th Century Brazilian Rustic Antique Furniture Identifier

Materials

Wood

French 19th Century Flip Top Vanity
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
. The table is identified by a brass plate as being made by “Sormani & Fils a Paris, 10 Rue Charlot. The
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19th Century French Other Antique Furniture Identifier

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Mirror, Wood

French 19th Century Flip Top Vanity
French 19th Century Flip Top Vanity
H 29 in W 23.13 in D 15.88 in
17th Century Italian Tuscan Walnut Rustic Wabi-Sabi Bench
Located in London, GB
identify the original owner or maker of the bench. Italian, c. 1650. Sympathetically restored for
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17th Century Italian Antique Furniture Identifier

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Walnut

Monumental HOWARD VERBECK! 19th Century LOUIS XVI MARBLE SIDE TABLE! 1920s Wood
Located in Peoria, AZ
FURNITURE OF LEGENDS! HOWARD VERBECK 19TH CENTURY FRENCH LOUIS XVI MARBLE SIDE TABLE
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Late 19th Century Louis XVI Antique Furniture Identifier

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Marble

French Sofa -Canape Luis xv Mink Color, Wood
By French House & Garden
Located in Valladolid, ES
the manufacture of wooden furniture. It is identified with the architectural style called Rococo. Like
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1790s French Louis XV Antique Furniture Identifier

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Silk, Wood

French Sofa -Canape Luis xv Mink Color, Wood
French Sofa -Canape Luis xv Mink Color, Wood
No Reserve
H 25.6 in W 43.31 in D 35.44 in
Monumental Louis XVI Style Giltwood Centre Table by François Linke, circa 1914
By François Linke
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
François Linke. French, circa 1914. Giltwood furniture by Linke is not only rare, but can be
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Antique Furniture Identifier

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Marble

Pair of Swedish Grace Arm Chairs - COM Ready
Located in Atlanta, GA
precursing the more commonly identified Scandinavian Modern. It is a delicate balance of neoclassical
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1920s Swedish Art Deco Antique Furniture Identifier

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Hardwood

French Louis XV Red Checkered Fabric and Carved Wood Bench, Stool
Located in Valladolid, ES
creation of cabinetmakers as a result of a major technical advance in the manufacture of wooden furniture
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1780s Antique Furniture Identifier

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Fabric, Wood

Louis XV Style French Wood Console Table with White Matte Lacquer Finish
Located in Prato, Tuscany
," but from 1750 until the king's death, a different style of furniture emerged, identified in France as
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Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Furniture Identifier

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Wood

Rare 18th Century Harewood Dressing Table Mirror
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
. It can now be relatively easily identified by the distinctive flecked/fiddleback appearance of the
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Late 18th Century English Sheraton Antique Furniture Identifier

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Sycamore, Harewood

Pair of Early Georgian Vernacular Hall Chairs
Located in London, GB
– can be identified as the maker of several individual examples and sets of these understated ladderback
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Mid-18th Century English Queen Anne Antique Furniture Identifier

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Walnut

Set of Canapé and Two Bergeres Dom Jose, 18th Century
Located in Lisboa, PT
materials and techniques that D. José furniture emerges. Despite identifying and remaining more faithful to
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18th Century Portuguese Antique Furniture Identifier

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Walnut

Thonet Gebruder Vienna Gmbh No.56 Bentwood and Vienna Straw Chair
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Prato, Tuscany
experimented with new possibilities of producing furniture industrially by hot bending plywood. In 1860 he
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Early 20th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Furniture Identifier

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Beech

18th Century Louis XV Walnut Console Table Original Marble Yellow White
Located in Sanremo, IM
from the first half of the 18th century The console table, a graceful piece of furniture for rooms
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Mid-18th Century Italian Louis XV Antique Furniture Identifier

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Walnut

Fine Antique Rosewood Aesthetic Style Table by Edwards And Roberts/ London
By Edwards & Roberts
Located in Bridgeport, CT
paper label identifying the esteemed furniture house attached to the underside. This fine Aesthetic
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Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Furniture Identifier

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Rosewood

Rare Centre Table with a Campan Rubané Marble Top by François Linke
By François Linke
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
identifying it as a unique example. Christopher Payne notes that the gilding for such tables was tasked to
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19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Furniture Identifier

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Marble, Ormolu

Chinese Sword Leg Offering Table, circa 1800
Located in Chicago, IL
identified by its arched and curved apron and the beautifully balanced abstract sword shape of its lower legs
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Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Furniture Identifier

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Elm

Chinese Sword Leg Offering Table, circa 1800
Chinese Sword Leg Offering Table, circa 1800
H 31.5 in W 36.25 in D 20.5 in
Provincial Chinese Porch Stool, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
identifies its previous owner, who likely used the stool daily as a form of casual seating. Additional
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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Antique Furniture Identifier

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Elm

Roman Empire Charioteer Mosaic Table
Located in New Orleans, LA
, including inscriptions, monuments, mosaics and paintings. Almost every Roman citizen identified with a
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Furniture Identifier

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Marble, Iron

Roman Empire Charioteer Mosaic Table
Roman Empire Charioteer Mosaic Table
H 30.13 in W 38.38 in D 38.75 in
A Rare Set of Four Louis XV Side Chairs, Stamped Tillard
By Jean-Baptiste Tilliard
Located in Sheffield, MA
-Baptiste and his son used the same stamp to identify their furniture, scholars occasionally have difficulty
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18th Century and Earlier French Louis XV Antique Furniture Identifier

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Wood

Swiss Black Forest Bear Musical Child Chair Seat
By Black Forest
Located in Newark, England
well as clocks, music boxes and furniture although these are more uncommon making them highly desirable
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Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Furniture Identifier

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Metal

Swiss Black Forest Bear Musical Child Chair Seat
Swiss Black Forest Bear Musical Child Chair Seat
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H 18.1 in W 23.2 in D 11.8 in
Antique Satinwood Hand Painted Demi-Lune Console Table 19th Century
Located in London, GB
, she identified herself primarily as a history painter, an unusual designation for a woman artist in
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1880s Antique Furniture Identifier

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Satinwood, Giltwood

19th Century 'Grand Tour' Marble Top Table with Base attributed to Trotter
By William Trotter
Located in London, GB
identified marbles, is displayed in London's Natural History Museum. Provenance: From a titled Irish family
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19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Furniture Identifier

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Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Marble, Breccia Marble, Porphyry

Antique French Napoleon III Style "Chaise Percée" Toilet / Throne, a Curiosity
Located in Madrid, ES
) or Second Empire style "throne" is a fine example of elegant furniture making meeting functional
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Furniture Identifier

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Metal

18th Century French Louis XV Carved Giltwood Canapé with Aubusson Tapestry
Located in Dallas, TX
also usually identified by their stylized framing motifs and neoclassical themes. Measures: 87" W x 31
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Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Furniture Identifier

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Tapestry, Giltwood

Late 19th Century British Officer's Campaign Bed with Original Storage Chest
Located in Stamford, CT
Museum which was able to identify the trunk's original owner: Capt. G. Lambert, 3rd Battalion Devon
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Late 19th Century English Campaign Antique Furniture Identifier

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Steel

Art Nouveau Painting, Hunting Scene by Kazimir de Rónay, 1923
Located in Budapest, HU
remains obscure. Through his artworks we can identify him as a representative of the Gödöllő Art Colony
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1920s Antique Furniture Identifier

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Canvas, Paper

17th Century Louis XV Walnut Venetian Armchairs Pair Of Hand Carving Yellow
Located in Sanremo, IM
structural and decorative features of this piece of furniture reveal the typical Venetian influence; this can
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1690s Italian Louis XV Antique Furniture Identifier

Materials

Walnut

17th Century Louis XV 15 Walnut Italian Sofa Curvy Wings Long Leg Brown White
Located in Sanremo, IM
photographic certificate FIMA of authenticity and lawful origin; this document identifies the object by adding
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1740s Italian Louis XV Antique Furniture Identifier

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Walnut

Antique 1810 Attributed to Gillows Metamorphic Leather Library Armchair Steps
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in GB
’ furniture This chair, which transforms into a short set of steps for use with bookshelves, is close to a
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1810s English Regency Antique Furniture Identifier

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Leather, Hardwood

18th Century Louis XV Italian Walnut Armchair Venetian Style
Located in Sanremo, IM
accompanied by a photographic certificate FIMA of authenticity and lawful origin; this document identifies the
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Mid-18th Century Louis XV Antique Furniture Identifier

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Walnut

Antique 1830 William IV Flamed Hardwood Metamorphic Library Armchair Steps
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in GB
listing. The period 1800-1825 was a great one for ‘patent’ or ‘metamorphic’ furniture This chair, which
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1830s English William IV Antique Furniture Identifier

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Hardwood

English Regency Table in the Manner of Thomas Parker
By Thomas Parker
Located in Greenwich, CT
, which enjoyed a revival in Regency England. . His furniture is mostly in the Regence or Louis XIV manner
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1810s English Regency Antique Furniture Identifier

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Bronze

William IV Mahogany Dining Table, Thomas Treherne 1835-1842
Located in Hoddesdon, GB
be able to attribute a piece of furniture of this period to a specific cabinet maker . The table is
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1830s British William IV Antique Furniture Identifier

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Mahogany

Rustic 19th Century French Cherry-Wood Tray Table
Located in Forney, TX
process. Among his lengthy accolades, Time magazine has identified him one of its "100 Most Influential
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Late 19th Century French Provincial Antique Furniture Identifier

Materials

Cherry

Restored Metamorphic Antique Regency Armchair to Library Steps Gillows Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in GB
-1825 was a great one for ‘patent’ or ‘metamorphic’ furniture This chair, which transforms into a short
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19th Century English Georgian Antique Furniture Identifier

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Leather, Hardwood

Antique Print with Hand Coloring of a Black Giant Squirrel
Located in Langweer, NL
depicted squirrel is identified as Sciurus albiceps, which is not commonly associated with Leschenault but
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Mid-19th Century Antique Furniture Identifier

Materials

Paper

Antique Print with Hand Coloring of a Black Giant Squirrel
Antique Print with Hand Coloring of a Black Giant Squirrel
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H 9.57 in W 5.79 in D 0.02 in
Centre County Pennsylvania Blanket Chest with Salmon and Black Floral Decoration
Located in York County, PA
Bald Eagle State Forest, in a tiny village now called Coburn, this is an identified form and style
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Mid-19th Century American Antique Furniture Identifier

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Wood

Antique Mid-19th Century Mahogany Extending Dining Table - Large, Fine Quality
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
, marks, repairs, alterations, wear, and imperfections, all consistent with its age and use. Identified
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19th Century Antique Furniture Identifier

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Wood

Oil Painting Chinese Still life 1850 ENGLISH show to exposition Universelle 1913
Located in DÉNIA, ES
identify.
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1850s English Victorian Antique Furniture Identifier

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Canvas, Wood

Tunbridge Ware - A Round Topped And Square Ended Glove Box, c1860
By Henry Hollamby
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
(very likely original), lacking any sort of lid mounted 'tool band' which would identify this as a
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Furniture Identifier

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Satinwood

Antique Ceremonial Ashanti Ghana African Queens Wooden Stool mmaa dwa
Located in London, GB
. The link between furniture and owner is very close, becoming identified with his/her soul. There is
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Early 1900s Ghanaian Tribal Antique Furniture Identifier

Materials

Wood

Console Table, XVIII Century, France
Located in Girona, Spain
, especially when it comes to complete projects carried out by ornemanistes (decorators), it is identified with
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18th Century French Louis XV Antique Furniture Identifier

Materials

Cherry, Lacquer

Console Table, XVIII Century, France
Console Table, XVIII Century, France
H 27.5 in W 34.5 in D 23 in
A small oval tortoiseshell piqué patch pot
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
Piqué work is identified by the presence of metals, usually gold and silver, set into materials such as
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Early 20th Century English Antique Furniture Identifier

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Tortoise Shell

Antique Late Victorian Pastel Painting Portrait of Young Boy Marcel Goffena
Located in Dayton, OH
Northwind chair. A sticker previously affixed to the front glass identified the boy as Marcel Goffena
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Furniture Identifier

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Giltwood, Paint

EARLY 19th CENTURY PORTRAIT OF A GENTLEMAN IN UNIFORM
Located in Firenze, FI
Splendid oil portrait on canvas of a gentleman in uniform, identified as Professor Moses Bosisio
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Early 19th Century Italian Empire Antique Furniture Identifier

Materials

Canvas, Wood

1784 Engraved Portrait of Edward VI - Young English Monarch
Located in Langweer, NL
." The text identifies the subject as Edward the VI, King of England, France, and Ireland. The engraving
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1780s Antique Furniture Identifier

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Paper

1784 Engraved Portrait of Edward VI - Young English Monarch
1784 Engraved Portrait of Edward VI - Young English Monarch
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H 16.34 in W 10.24 in D 0 in
Fine Antique English Toulmin & Gale Attrib Madagascar Ebony Stationary Box
By Toulmin & Gale
Located in Forney, TX
dollars in the process. Among his lengthy accolades, Time magazine has identified him one of its "100 Most
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Furniture Identifier

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Brass

Portrait of Gilles Armand Vaquier de la Baume c. 1825
Located in 263-0031, JP
-Roman style made fashionable by the French Revolution. A posthumous label on the reverse identifies the
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1820s French Antique Furniture Identifier

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Canvas

Mezzaro Wall Hanging, c. 1840, with Brilliant Colors • Palampore
Located in Charlottesville, VA
superimposing blue and painted yellow. Model and manufacture not identified because only an export stamp in one
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Furniture Identifier

Materials

Textile

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Questions About Antique Furniture Identifier
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    An easy way to identify your furniture is to look at the manufacturing label, stamp, or tag which shows the name of the creator. There might also be a signature from the furniture maker instead.
    1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    You can easily identify your furniture by looking over them in areas such as the underside or backside. If there are drawers, you can pull them out to inspect all the sides. A maker’s mark is often placed in these areas. You can also look for identification papers, as they give the location of the factory, date of manufacture, name of the maker and the location of the factory. Find a variety of antique and vintage furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To identify Limbert furniture, search for the label. Limbert marked their pieces with a white paper label that showed off blue lettering. In the center of the label, there will be an image of a craftsman working at a wood bench. Pieces dating back to the early 20th century will say "Arts and Crafts" on them, while furnishings from the mid-1920s bear the words "Limber Furniture by Van Raalte Craftsmen Grand Rapids and Holland, Michigan." If you need assistance, a certified appraiser can evaluate the piece and determine whether it is an authentic Limbert. On 1stDibs, shop a range of authentic Limbert furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    To identify Widdicomb furniture, look for a paper label. On tables, you will usually find it on the underside of the tabletop, while it is typically affixed to the bottoms of seats on chairs. With casegoods, search for the label on the backs or bottoms as well as inside drawers and cabinets. The paper label will identify the maker and may also provide information about the name of the collection and/or the year of production. A certified appraiser or expert antiques dealer can also assist you with identification. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Widdicomb furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To identify Gillows furniture, look for the brand's mark. Most pieces feature one, but locations vary. Look under the tabletop, along the edges of the drawers and on the backs of legs and bases. Typically, the mark appears as a stamp, but the company's artisans sometimes drew it in pencil. Find a variety of expertly vetted Gillows furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    To identify Henredon furniture, search for the maker's mark. It usually appears on the bottoms of couches, chairs and tables and along the top edges or back of cabinets and other case goods. Depending on the age of the piece, the mark may read "Henredon Fine Furniture," "Henredon," or "Heritage Henredon." Many pieces also display the name of the collection that the piece originates from, and you can cross-reference this information with trusted online resources to determine the approximate age of the furniture. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer may also be of help when identifying pieces. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Henredon furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    To identify Henredon furniture, search for the maker's mark. Authentic pieces will typically display Henredon Fine Furniture, Henredon or Heritage Henredon on the back, bottom or other inconspicuous location. Once you've confirmed that your piece is a Henredon, use trusted online resources to determine its age and collection. If you need assistance, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Find an assortment of Henredon furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
    To identify Liberty furniture, check discreet areas for a maker's mark. Most Liberty pieces feature a diamond-shaped tag made of ivorine or enameled brass that bears the Liberty name. Early pieces may feature a red or white paper label, while furnishings from select lines may feature an oval-shaped brass tag with the model and maker names. If you need help determining if a particular piece is a Liberty, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can assist you. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Liberty furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To identify Lane furniture, look for the manufacturer's mark. On a Lane cedar chest, you'll find it on the bottom. Other pieces may display the marking on the base or back or inside a drawer. Most pieces will also have a serial number. Read the digits from right to left to determine the year of production. For example, a chest that says 850303 indicates that Lane produced the piece on March 30, 1958. In some cases, you may see one extra digit at the end. This number represents the plant that made the piece. If you're unsure about the authenticity of a Lane chest or other furnishing, a certified appraiser can assist you with the identification. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Lane furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To identify Mastercraft furniture, look for the signature features of their designs. The furniture maker often finished pieces in veneers made of exotic hardwoods like burl, fruitwood, yew and amboyna. Brass trim is a characteristic of many of their pieces. Find a range of Mastercraft furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Gillows of Lancaster & London was an 18th-century furniture maker who created high-quality wood furniture designs. Many pieces may have a Gillows stamp along with a series of letters and numbers marked under tabletops, along the top edges of drawers or some other hidden spot. The materials used and craftsmanship will also help identify an authentic Gillows piece. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your piece. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a variety of expertly vetted antique Gillows furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify French Empire furniture, look for characteristics of the period. Pieces typically have substantial, weighty silhouettes and ornate details. You will often find Greek and Roman motifs included in their designs. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Empire furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    To identify Bassett furniture, look for the maker's stamp. You will usually see it in an inconspicuous area, such as on the underside of a tabletop or seat or on the back or base of a casegood. Some pieces will also bear a style number or serial number. You can cross-reference these numbers with information provided by trusted online resources to learn more about your piece. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can also help you with the identification process. Shop a diverse assortment of Bassett furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    To identify McIntosh furniture, examine it carefully and look for a maker's mark. Over the years, McIntosh has used three different metal tags to mark the majority of its pieces. Once you've located the one on your piece, compare it to images shared on trusted online resources to determine authenticity. Also, keep in mind that these tags were usually riveted onto the wood rather than glued, so if you don't see visible hardware, a piece may be a replica. Newer furniture may instead display two stickers: one round and one rectangular. Again, you can find photos of these markings online for reference purposes. If you need assistance identifying your furniture, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of A.H. McIntosh furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024
    To identify Victorian furniture, look closely at the details. Victorian furniture is regal, ornate and luxurious. Growing out of the earlier Gothic and Louis XV styles, it came into its own in the mid-1800s, during the reign of Queen Victoria in England. Some key characteristics of furniture from the period include curved lines and stately proportions, floral and geometric patterns, highly detailed embellishments and the use of rich, often exotic woods. If you are unsure whether a particular piece is Victorian, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can assist you. Find a wide range of Victorian furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    To identify Chippendale furniture, first examine its overall shape. Chippendale furniture tends to have curved lines, such as arching arms on chairs and cabriole legs on seating, tables and case goods. Claw feet and batwing hardware are also common features of furnishings in the Chippendale style. The name Chippendale comes from Thomas Chippendale, a well-known London cabinetmaker, and the style was popular in the U.S. during the 16th century. Contemporary furniture designers continue to produce pieces in this style to this day. Find a selection of Chippendale furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    You can identify an antique table in a number of ways. The first clue that a table is antique is the joinery. If a piece of furniture is dovetailed by hand, it only has a couple of dovetails, which are uneven. Also, antique tables are not defined by perfect symmetry. Lastly, antique tables were typically made of oak, mahogany, and walnut.
    In addition to the joinery you can check the bottoms of the drawers and the backs of the cabinets. If they were made prior to 1850 then the wood will most likely be dimensioned by hand. It will be uneven to the touch. The secondary wood that receives the veneer will have been scraped smooth but drawer bottoms, backs and bottoms are often left less finished.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify an antique fan, search all over for a maker's mark. Then, consult an authoritative online reference to match the mark to the manufacturer's name. A licensed appraiser can also assist with identification. You'll find a collection of expertly vetted antique fans on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    To tell if a vase is antique, look for a mark on the bottom of the vase either a NIPPON mark or an overmark over the original maker’s mark.
    1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    The easiest way to identify an antique vase is to check for logos, artist's name or signature at the bottom. These marks may be painted, inked or inscribed. You can also check the edges to identify an antique vase — they are generally more smooth and polished than the rest of the piece. Find an extraordinary collection of antique and vintage vases and vessels on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    To identify your antique clock, search for markings on the back of its movement or case. Once you have located these marks, use trusted online resources to determine who the maker is. From there, you can continue your research to learn more about your clock's age, style and other characteristics. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also assist you with identification. Find a wide range of antique clocks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    One simple way to identify antique ironstone is to pick it up. Because of the thickness of the vitreous pottery, it will usually feel much heavier than expected. Pieces free of cracks and chips ring like a bell if you strike them with your finger while gripping them by the handle. Find a variety of expertly vetted vintage and antique ironstone on 1stDibs.