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Side table made and designed in Japan for the Liberty and Co.
Located in PARIS, FR
among the most beautiful, imported furniture that Liberty and Co. ever sold.
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Zitan
Chinese Import Style Wooden Plant Stand
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice Chinese import style wooden plant stand, circa first half of 20th century. The stand is
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Vintage French Style Mirror With Floral Motifs Recent Uk Import.
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage French Style Mirror with Floral motifs . Recently imported from UK. Possibly made of
Category
1890s Mid-Century Modern Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood
Regency Chinese Imported Lacquered 8 Fold Dressing Screen
Located in Altrincham, GB
Regency Chinese Imported Lacquered 8 Fold Dressing Screen with Silk Panels and Gilt Painted Scenes
Category
1820s English Regency Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Silk, Lacquer
Vintage Hand Painted Ceramic Pot. Imported From Holland.
Located in Seattle, WA
Traditional design atop this unique ceramic piece. Makers mark on the bottom,stating that was made in Holland. Made in the early 1900s. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictu...
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Early 1900s Mid-Century Modern Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Cow Creamer - Import Marked London 1896
By Edwin Thompson Bryant
Located in London, London
Carrying import marks for London in 1896 by Edwin Thompson Bryant, this charming, Antique Sterling
Category
1890s English Victorian Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 4.73 in W 7.09 in D 1.97 in
Vintage Victorian Era Dresser, Hand Carved Details, UK Import, 1890s
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Victorian Era dresser. Hand Carved details. Original Hardware. UK Import. 1890s
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1890s Victorian Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
Vintage Ceramic Oval Pot Hand Painted . Import From Holland.
Located in Seattle, WA
Traditional floral design atop this unique ceramic piece.Makers mark on the bottom stating that was made in Holland. Made in the Early 1900s. Hand Painted. Vintage Condition Consiste...
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Early 1900s Mid-Century Modern Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Victorian Sterling Silver Model of a Shoe, London 1893 Import
Located in London, London
Carrying import marks for London in 1893 by Thomas Goodfellow, this charming, Victorian, Antique
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1890s English Victorian Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Ceramic Hand Painted Bowl Imported From Holland. Circ 1903
Located in Seattle, WA
Traditional design atop this unique ceramic piece. Makers mark on the bottom, stating that was made in Holland. Circa 1903. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured.
Dimens...
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Early 1900s Mid-Century Modern Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Dutch Sterling Silver Spoon London import marks 1897 John George Smith
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Antique Dutch Sterling Silver Spoon London import marks 1897 John George Smith. In 18th century
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Late 19th Century Dutch Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Edwardian 1905 German Enameled Round Box In .900 Silver Imported Into France
By Pforzheimer Bugholzmöbel Dietz & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
imported into France. The silver product need to have at least a standard assay of .800/999 or over. The
Category
Early 1900s German Edwardian Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Antique Victorian Embossed Silver Tea Strainer Dated 1896 London Import Mark
By Samuel Boyce Landeck
Located in London, GB
Antique Victorian Embossed Silver Tea Strainer Dated 1896 London Import Mark
Imported into London
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1890s English Rococo Revival Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rare Sterling Silver Hoopoe Model - Import Mark London 1913 by Berthold Muller
By Berthold Muller
Located in London, London
Carrying import marks for London in 1913 by Berthold Muller, this charming, Antique, Sterling
Category
1910s English Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 7.88 in W 7.09 in D 4.73 in
Danish Imported White Opaline Glass Pendant Lamp with Black Metal Ring, 1960s
Located in Steenwijk, NL
We imported this nice midcentury pendant lamp from Denmark. The lamp is made of white opaline glass
Category
1660s Danish Mid-Century Modern Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Metal
Pair of Sterling Silver Knights On Horseback, Import Marked London 1927
By Israel Segalov
Located in London, London
Carrying import marks for London in 1927 by Israel Segalov, this wonderful pair of Sterling Silver
Category
1920s English Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 12.21 in W 12.6 in D 9.06 in
Antique Edwardian Cabinet Buffet With Wood Inlay. Uk Import.Circa 1905
Located in Seattle, WA
This Antique Buffet had Original Hardware and Dovetail Drawers. Turned Wood Legs , the Wood on this Piece is Possibly Mahogany. Finished Back and Interiors to the Drawers as Pictured...
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Early 1900s Edwardian Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
Dutch sterling silver Cream/Monkey/Caddy spoon London import 1909 Arthur Graf
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Dutch sterling silver Cream/Monkey/Caddy spoon, London import marks 1909 Arthur Graf. Repousse
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Early 1900s Dutch Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Navette Form Dutch Scene Gilt Interior Tea Caddy British Import Mark
By Samuel Boyce Landeck
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A sterling silver navette form Dutch scene gilt interior tea caddy with British import mark, makers
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1890s English British Colonial Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 3.5 in W 3.13 in D 2.63 in
Sterling Silver Wager Cup or Marriage Cup, Berthold Muller 1912 Import Marked
By Berthold Muller
Located in London, London
Carrying import marks for London in 1912 by Berthold Muller, this handsome, Antique Sterling Silver
Category
1910s English Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 2.96 in W 2.17 in D 1.38 in
19th Century Dutch Ceylonese Specimen Table
Located in Southampton, NY
" high.
Provenance: Harrington Estate: Importers of Colonial Raj Furniture.
Category
Late 19th Century Sri Lankan Dutch Colonial Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Ebony, Mahogany, Satinwood
Georgian padouk pier table
Located in Castle Douglas, GB
, highly prized by British cabinet makers of fine quality furniture since first imported from the east in
Category
Mid-18th Century English George II Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Padouk
Late 18th Century Irish Folk Art Armchair, Circa 1780, Ireland
Located in Girona, Spain
increase in the number of skilled craftsmen and the supply of cheap, imported pine, led to furniture
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Late 18th Century Irish Folk Art Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak
Console in Wood , Style: Art Deco , 1920
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
manufacturer and importer of furniture and decorative objects in Argentina during the middle of the 20th
Category
1920s French Art Deco Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique Biedermeier Maserbirch Console Table 19th Century
Located in London, GB
expensive timbers such as fully imported wood.
Biedermeier furniture and lifestyle was a focus on
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1830s Swedish Biedermeier Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
19th Century British Ceylonese Handblown Etched ‘Glow Lamp’ Bell Jar Lantern
Located in Southampton, NY
Estate: Importers of Colonial Raj Furniture.
Category
Late 19th Century Sri Lankan British Colonial Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
19th Century British Ceylonese Handblown Etched ‘Glow Lamp’ Bell Jar Lantern
Located in Southampton, NY
oil and floating wick, they were electrified in the 1990s, when they were imported from Sri Lanka. All
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Early 20th Century Sri Lankan British Colonial Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
Early Chair 11 by Alvar Aalto for Artek/Finmar, 1930s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Centreville, VA
importers of Scandinavian furniture to the UK in the period 1934-65.
- Finmar had imported Alvar Aalto’s
Category
1920s Mid-Century Modern Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Birch
French 19th Century Restauration Psyche Coiffeuse Mirror
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
comfort was influenced by a certain English art of living. Regency style furniture was imported from
Category
1820s French Restauration Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Antique Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Architects Desk Edwards & Roberts 19th Century
By Edwards & Roberts
Located in London, GB
, Antique and Modern Cabinet Makers and Importers of Ancient Furniture’. By 1892 they occupied more than a
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany, Satinwood
H 32.29 in W 48.04 in D 29.93 in
Antique Victorian Writing Table Desk by Edwards & Roberts 19th Century
Located in London, GB
Makers and Importers of Ancient Furniture’. By 1892 they occupied more than a dozen buildings in Wardour
Category
1850s Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 29.93 in W 43.71 in D 24.41 in
Antique Aesthetic Period Bur Maple Edward & Roberts Writing Table 19th Century
By Edwards & Roberts
Located in London, GB
Wardour Street, Antique and Modern Cabinet Makers and Importers of Ancient Furniture’. By 1892 they
Category
19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
H 28.75 in W 48.04 in D 24.81 in
Antique Victorian Mahogany & Inlaid Card Games Table 19th Century
Located in London, GB
Wardour Street, Antique and Modern Cabinet Makers and Importers of Ancient Furniture’. By 1892 they
Category
1860s English Victorian Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Mahogany, Satinwood
Maple & Co Mahogany Pedestal Desk
By Maple & Co.
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
, at a huge modern complex in Tottenham Court Road. A timber importer and furniture exporter, they
Category
Early 20th Century Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Edwardian Inlaid Display Cabinet by Edwards & Roberts 19th Century
By Edwards & Roberts
Located in London, GB
Wardour Street, Antique and Modern Cabinet Makers and Importers of Ancient Furniture’. By 1892 they
Category
1890s English Edwardian Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
H 65.75 in W 31.11 in D 13.39 in
19th Century English Display Cabinet Attributed To Edwards & Roberts Of London
By Edwards & Roberts
Located in Dublin, IE
Makers and Importers of Ancient Furniture". Wardour Street became an important furniture retailing area
Category
Late 19th Century English Edwardian Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Satinwood
H 71.86 in W 24.81 in D 16.15 in
Louis XVI Style Pietre Dure Mounted Ebonised Writing Table, circa 1870
By Edwards & Roberts
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
, 21 Wardour Street, Antique and Modern Cabinet Makers and Importers of Ancient Furniture'.
Wardour
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Agate, Bronze
H 59.06 in W 47.64 in D 23.63 in
19th Century English Side Cabinet by Edwards & Roberts
By Edwards and Roberts
Located in Dublin, IE
"Edwards & Roberts, 21 Wardour Street, Antique and Modern Cabinet Makers and Importers of Ancient Furniture
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Late 19th Century English Edwardian Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
An Impressively Large Victorian Carved Oak Floor Standing Dinner Gong
Located in Norwich, GB
Burmese. The metal gong itself would have been imported from Asia by UK furniture manufacturers at the
Category
19th Century British Arts and Crafts Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Bronze
H 53.94 in W 30.32 in D 12.21 in
Late 19th Century English Edwardian Satinwood Pembroke Table By Edwards & Robert
By Edwards & Roberts
Located in Dublin, IE
revivalist. Their business also involved retailing, adapting and restoring the finest antique furniture and
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Mahogany, Satinwood
H 29.14 in W 23.04 in D 28.35 in
Antique Satinwood Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet Edwards & Roberts 19th Century
By Edwards & Roberts
Located in London, GB
, Antique and Modern Cabinet Makers and Importers of Ancient Furniture’. By 1892 they occupied more than a
Category
1880s English Sheraton Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Satinwood
H 88.59 in W 58.67 in D 14.18 in
Antique Marquetry Inlaid Bookcase 19th Century
By Edwards & Roberts
Located in London, GB
, Antique and Modern Cabinet Makers and Importers of Ancient Furniture’. By 1892 they occupied more than a
Category
19th Century English Victorian Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Quality Antique Victorian Mahogany Inlaid Kneehole Desk by Edwards and Roberts
Located in Suffolk, GB
renowned London cabinet makers Edwards and Roberts were among the best English antique furniture cabinet
Category
19th Century English Victorian Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Other
H 30.52 in W 51.19 in D 25.6 in
Edwards and Roberts Antique Inlaid Secretary Desk, 1860-1875, London
Located in Lambertville, NJ
cabinetry makers.
The firm Edwards and Roberts were among the best English antique furniture cabinet
Category
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Mahogany, Leather, Glass
Important Original Edward & Roberts Restored Chinese Thomas Chippendale Desk
By Edward & Roberts, Thomas Chippendale
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Wardour Street, ‘Antique and Modern Cabinet Makers and Importers of Ancient Furniture’. They became one of
Category
19th Century English Victorian Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 35.04 in W 42.72 in D 25.4 in
Japanese Style Cabinet-Secretary Att. to Perret & Vibert, France, circa 1880
By Perret et Vibert
Located in PARIS, FR
furniture and seating creation, works of art and inlaid furniture directly imported from the Far East ; an
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1880s French Japonisme Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
H 65.75 in W 25.6 in D 12.6 in
Late 19th Century English Secretaire Bookcase by Edwards & Roberts
By Edwards & Roberts
Located in Dublin, IE
Importers of Ancient Furniture". Wardour Street became an important furniture retailing area in the second
Category
Late 19th Century English Edwardian Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Victorian Maple & Co Oak Pillar Chest of Drawers
By Maple & Co.
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
luxury furniture entirely in-house, at a huge modern complex in Tottenham Court Road. A timber importer
Category
Late 19th Century English Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak
Antique Victorian Oak Country House Hall Umbrella Stand 19th Century
Located in London, GB
Cabinet Makers and Importers of Ancient Furniture’. By 1892 they occupied more than a dozen buildings in
Category
1890s Victorian Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak
Antique Victorian Pollard Oak Wellington Chest by Edwards & Roberts 19th Century
By Edwards & Roberts
Located in London, GB
Edwards & Roberts
The firm Edwards & Roberts was one of the best English antique furniture cabinet
Category
19th Century English Victorian Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak
H 49.22 in W 24.41 in D 19.3 in
Maples Mahogany Chest of Drawers
By Maple & Co.
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
in Tottenham Court Road. A timber importer and furniture exporter, they landed prestigious contracts
Category
Early 20th Century English Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Maple & Co Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
timber importer and furniture exporter, they landed prestigious contracts furnishing fine houses, hotels
Category
Early 20th Century Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century North European Japanned or Lacquered Commode in the Rococo Taste
Located in Benington, Herts
. In the 18th century pieces of important japanned furniture were imported in to Sweden and Denmark in
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Mid-19th Century European Rococo Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Lacquer
H 32.09 in W 50.99 in D 22.84 in
19th Century English Import Chinoiserie Black Lacquer Games or Cocktail Table
Located in San Francisco, CA
A 19th century English Import chinoiserie black lacquer games or cocktail table with later gate leg
Category
19th Century English Imported Antique Furniture
H 26.25 in W 20.13 in D 10.5 in
19th Century English Import Chinoiserie Black Lacquer Games or Cocktail Table
Located in San Francisco, CA
A 19th century English import chinoiserie black lacquer games or cocktail table with later gate leg
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19th Century English Imported Antique Furniture
H 26.5 in W 22.5 in D 11.75 in
Exotic 19th Century English Import Bamboo and Walnut Pedestal Desk
Located in San Francisco, CA
An exotic 19th century English import bamboo and walnut pedestal desk, with unusual bamboo accents
Category
19th Century English Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Walnut
Japanese Wicker Obento, Antique
By Highpoint Import Export Ltd
Located in Milton, DE
This is the first of many obentos (lunch box) that I collected many years ago and I have used it as side tablen for a sofa or chair. It has been used at a summer picnic that she had ...
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1870s Chinese Chinese Export Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Wicker
Stunning for the Holidays Greek Blue Import Mediterranean Decanter Glassware
Located in Westport, CT
Stunning for the Holidays Greek Blue Import Mediterranean Decanter Glassware. This Beyond Beautiful
Category
1920s Greek Hollywood Regency Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Glass
George V Silver Fighting Cockerel Import Marked London 1914 Israel Segalov
By Israel Segalov
Located in 53-64 Chancery Lane, London
A beautifully designed import marked silver fighting cockerel designed with exceptionally detailed
Category
1910s British Other Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Silver
Antique Silver Model of a Bejewelled Collared Cat imported by Edwin T Briant
Located in London, GB
Rare bejeweled silver cat 1899
Provenance: Imported objects with this mark seem to have been
Category
19th Century German Victorian Imported Antique Furniture
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
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Imported Antique Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of imported antique furniture you’re looking for. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and sterling silver. 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 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right item from our selection of imported antique furniture, those designed in Victorian, Art Deco and Art Nouveau styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one choice in our collection of imported antique furniture that is appealing in its simplicity, but Berthold Muller, Berthold Hermann Muller and John George Piddington produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Imported Antique Furniture?
Prices for a piece of imported antique furniture start at $350 and top out at $58,124 with the average selling for $2,245.
Questions About Imported Antique Furniture
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The importance of furniture is that it makes spaces more functional and comfortable. In homes, furniture provides places to sit and sleep and also functions as storage, allowing people to neatly organize their personal belongings. Furniture also makes rooms more visually appealing. In these ways, furniture improves the quality of life for the people who use it. Shop a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024What the most important household furniture is comes down to personal opinion. Some people may think that a home's primary dining table is the most essential furnishing because it is where families gather to enjoy meals. Others may feel that beds are more crucial to the functionality of a home since they help set the stage for a good night's sleep. It can even be argued that particular pieces of storage furniture may be of importance because they keep belongings clean, protected from dust and sun exposure and neatly organized. Shop a wide range of furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Heywood-Wakefield furniture is an American brand founded in 1897. The mid-century modern furniture manufacturer uses sustainable, durable Northern Yellow birch, which gives its pieces a rich yellow color. Shop a collection of Heywood-Wakefield furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2020
The more optimal its condition, the more valuable an antique will likely be. If an item is perfectly uniform with no color, this is likely indicative that it is a modern mass-produced reproduction and thus, less valuable. When 1stDibs vets an item, we look for item condition and patina to determine if an item shows signs of age.
- Is antique furniture in style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, antique furniture is in style. Many people appreciate the beauty and handcrafted character of antique furniture and love the idea of owning pieces with a rich history. Remember that style preferences are nothing if not fluid, meaning what's in one year may not be the next. So, in choosing the furniture you're planning to live with, you should pay less attention to interior design fads than to what speaks to you. That way, you can select pieces that will add long-term character to your home. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024To identify your antique furniture, look for an engraving, tag, label or other marking that indicates who produced it. You may find it on the bottom or back of your furniture or inside a drawer or cabinet. Once you have located the marking, you can snap a photo of it and use a reverse image search to try and identify the maker. Or, you can type a description of the mark into a search engine. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to get assistance with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique furniture.
- What makes furniture an antique?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
A piece of furniture is considered an antique if it is at least 100 years old.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024To know if your furniture is antique, look for labels and markings that indicate the maker. From there, you can use trusted online resources to determine when they were active and examine images to try to estimate the age of your piece. Furniture produced 100 years ago or more is antique. You can also have your furniture assessed by an appraiser or antiques dealer to learn about its age. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024Many antique furniture brands are popular. While trends in collecting do vary over time, some makers consistently remain highly sought after. Among them are J. & J.W. Meeks, John Henry Belter, R. J. Horner and Co., Stickley Furniture, George Hepplewhite, Josef Dannhauser, Thomas Chippendale and Thomas Sheridan. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Antique furniture can be worth quite a lot, particularly if it is in good quality. The rarer the piece, the higher the value.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Whether antique furniture is making a comeback is a matter of opinion. Many people would argue that antique furniture never faded from fashion, as there have always been individuals who love the idea of owning pieces that have history. Some of the most popular styles for antique furniture include Art Deco, Arts and Crafts, Renaissance Revival, Elizabethan, Gothic Revival, Victorian and Chippendale. Find a large collection of antique furniture from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024To date antique furniture from the UK, first look for identifying markings on the piece. You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active. From there, you may be able to estimate the year of production by looking at images of other furniture the maker produced. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also aid you in the dating process. Find a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021There are a number of factors that can indicate if your antique furniture is valuable. When determining the value of antique furniture, consider its rarity. Additionally, it is important to determine the quality and condition of vintage furniture. If unsure of the value of your vintage furniture, have it appraised.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024How old furniture that is called antique can be is typically at least 100 years. People usually call furniture between 20 and 99 years old vintage. Contemporary is the word for furniture manufactured within the last 20 years. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The best finish for antique furniture is a matter of liking. But film finish is recommended by experts as it leaves a thick coat of film on the wood surface which protects wood from water and scratches. Shellac or varnish and water base are commonly used film finishes. Find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage furniture on 1stDibs
PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell how old your antique furniture is, research the maker using trusted online resources. You may find that the furniture maker was active for only a short period, giving you the ability to roughly estimate its age. For manufacturers and designers with a long history of production, consider the style of your furniture and look for images of similar pieces published online. Because it may be difficult to date furniture on your own, consider consulting a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To tell what your antique furniture is worth, look at sales histories on trusted online platforms and read valuation guides posted on trusted online resources. The maker, type, style, age and condition of your furniture will impact its value. Researching furniture produced by the same maker is a good starting point. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also aid you in the valuation process. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify antique Chinese furniture, look carefully at its details. Chinese craftsmen often built furniture using mortise and tenon joinery, eliminating the need for nails and screws. If you see this type of hardware, your piece is likely not at least 100 years old, especially if the hardware still looks new and shiny. Since antique furniture was handmade, you will normally see slight imperfections, such as tool marks or slight variations in carvings. Pieces that appear completely uniform and pristine are less often genuine antiques.
When present, maker's marks can also be helpful. Research the marks to learn more about when the maker was active and producing pieces like yours. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your furniture for you.
Shop an assortment of antique Chinese furniture. - 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell antique furniture from reproduction, first check for a maker's mark. By researching the maker associated with the marking using trusted online resources, you can determine when they were active. If the company was in business 100 years ago or more, your piece may be an antique, but if the company's history began more recently, your piece is likely a reproduction. If you can't locate a marking, study the details of the furniture up close. Genuine antiques will often show tool marks and slight variations in carved details because they were typically handcrafted. Most contemporary furniture is machine-made, so you won't usually see these types of characteristics. When in doubt, have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your furniture. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique furniture.