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16th Century Spanish or Italian Baroque Wrought Iron Nails and Furniture Mounts
Located in Stamford, CT
Group of 16th century (or earlier, possibly Gothic) Spanish or Italian wrought iron furniture
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16th Century Italian Baroque Antique Furniture Nails

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Iron

Canadian Goose Decoy on Rod Nails
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This hand carved & painted Canadian goose is on feet and old nails used for the feet.The carver
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Early 20th Century American Adirondack Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Wood

Antique Canadian Goose Decoy on Rod Nails
Canadian Goose Decoy on Rod Nails
H 16 in W 9 in D 33 in
Antique Ebony Stool Bench with Nail Head Finish
Located in Chicago, IL
with nail head finish is a classic and elegant piece of furniture. It features ebony wood, which is a
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Early 20th Century Unknown Late Victorian Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Christ in the three-nail type, 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
-nail type. Mounted on an escutcheon with a green velvet cover.
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19th Century Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Antique Christ in the three-nail type, 19th Century
Christ in the three-nail type, 19th Century
H 33.47 in W 24.02 in D 4.34 in
Shoe Shop or Cobblers Trade Sign, Leather Hob Nail Boot
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Shoe Shop or Cobblers Trade Sign, Leather Hob Nail Boot This is a wonderful piece, made by a
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Early 1900s Folk Art Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Leather

Large Main entrance door double-leaf nailed chestnut, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Large entrance door, solid chestnut wood door, nailed and formed with two leaves with central door
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19th Century Italian Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Chestnut

Double swing door in poplar wood with nails, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique double-leaf door, made of poplar wood with original nailing, original from the 19th century
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19th Century Italian Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Poplar

Single-leaf nailed entrance main door, in chestnut wood, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique entrance door, main door nailed to a single leaf, in solid chestnut wood, complete with
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18th Century Italian Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Chestnut

Italian Oak With Nailed Brown Leather Renaissance Armchair From The 18th Century
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
with leather. The leather is still in good condition and is nailed to the chair with big brass nails
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Late 18th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Brass

18th Century Portuguese Carved Walnut Chair with Embossed Leather & Brass Nails
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate an entry or office with this tall antique Renaissance chair. Crafted in Portugal, circa 1760, the stately chair sits on turned legs over a stretcher decorated with a carved ...
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Late 18th Century Portuguese Renaissance Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Brass

Chest on Stand Rustic Brown Wood Brass Nail Heads
Located in New York, NY
Chest on Stand Rustic Wood Brass Nail Heads. A decorative chest on a stand decorated with brass
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Mid-19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Furniture Nails

Old door in poplar with nails, rustic and curtained, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Ancient entrance door, main door in poplar, finished with nails, rustic and curved in the upper
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18th Century Italian Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Poplar

Rustic entrance door in nailed wood with two leaves, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique entrance door, rustic main door in solid chestnut wood, double-leaf door, smooth and veneered retro, from a house in the countryside in Italy, original from the 19th century,...
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19th Century Italian Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Chestnut

Otto Schulz, Swedish Modern Cabinet in Leather, Oak & Brass Nails, 1930s
By Otto Schulz, Boet
Located in Odense, DK
An exclusive cabinet attributed to the famous German born furniture designer Otto Schulz for Boet
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Early 20th Century Scandinavian Baroque Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Brass

VINTAGE RESTORED ANTiQUE NAIL TACKED BORDEAUX LEATHER STEAMER STORAGE TRUNK
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely exquisite, fully restored, circa 1920's hand dyed Bordeaux leather steamer trunk with ornate...
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1920s English Art Deco Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Leather

A pair of George V leather upholstered fireside stools with nail head trim.
Located in Buchanan, MI
A pair of George V leather upholstered fireside stools with nail head trim. Distressed leather is
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Late 19th Century English Georgian Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Leather, Oak

Early 20th C. Louis XV Carved Fruitwood Brass Nail Studded And Upholstered Stool
Located in Germantown, MD
A gorgeous Early 20th C. Louis XV Carved Fruitwood Brass Nail Studded And Upholstered Bench. Newer
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Early 20th Century Unknown Louis XV Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Upholstery, Fruitwood

English Sterling Silver Vanity Manicure Nail Kit Set Suite, 20th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
English Sterling Silver Vanity Manicure Nail Kit Set Suite, 20th Century
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Early 20th Century English Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Sterling Silver

Old Rustic entrance door in walnut with nails, from northern Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Ancient rustic entrance door, nailed front with original knocker. All original and coeval ironwork
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17th Century Italian Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Walnut

Chippendale Style Mahogany Wing Chair w/ Carved Ball & Claw Legs Brass Nail Trim
Located in North Salem, NY
leather with brass nail trim. Upholstered in a proper traditional manner using natural materials. Frame
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Early 18th Century Chippendale Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Mahogany, Maple, Suede, Jute, Cotton, Upholstery

Entrance door, main double door rustic, in chestnut wood with nails, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique entrance door, rustic main door in solid chestnut wood, with two doors, arched and nailed
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18th Century Italian Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Chestnut

Pair of Louis XV Carved Fruitwood Brass Nail Studded And Upholstered Side Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
gilt Fruitwood Brass Nail Studded And Upholstered Side Chairs. Newer upholstery in great vintage
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Early 20th Century Unknown Louis XV Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Upholstery, Fruitwood

9 Antique French Boule Lyonnaise Cloutees Studded Nailed Petanque Balls 3" & 4.5
Located in Dayton, OH
Set of 9 antique French bowling game/boules cloutees / nailed balls - spheres of wood studded
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Early 20th Century Antique Furniture Nails

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Iron

19th Century Italian Original Oil on Canvas of Christ to be Nailed to Cross
Located in Round Top, TX
nail him to the cross (seen lying on the ground). Just under 4' tall with frame. Has heavy craquelure
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Early American Pressed Oak Studded Back & Nail Leather Dining Chairs, a Set
Located in Germantown, MD
nail trims dining chairs. This set is in very good antique condition with nice patina. Very sturdy, no
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Faux Leather, Oak

New Queen Anne Style Mahogany Balloon Seat Leather Side Chair w/ Brass Nail Trim
Located in North Salem, NY
Legs. Covered in a Rich Brown Leather with Antique Brass Nail Trim. Upholstered in a high proper
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18th Century American Queen Anne Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Brass

Hob Nail Boot Shaped Inkwell Stand This is a quirky desk top inkwell
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Hob Nail Boot Shaped Inkwell Stand This is a quirky desk top inkwell, the boot is heavy and made
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1880s Arts and Crafts Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Steel

Late 18th Century Spanish Baroque Wood Coffer with Brass Nail-head Adornment
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Spanish Baroque studded coffer from the turn of the 18th and 19th centuries. This antique Spanish coffer, with it's rectangular-shaped body, has been ornately decorated with nailhe...
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Late 18th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Metal

Double Prison Door in Wood and Iron, Nails & Bolts, 19th Century Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Ancient double-wing prison door, hand-built in wood and covered with iron sheet with studs, original bolts and false locks, 19th century door, coming from prison in northern Italy. ...
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19th Century Italian Antique Furniture Nails

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Iron

Antique walnut entrance door in rustic style, with nails, 18th century Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Ancient entrance door, rustic style studded but carved in walnut, of Piedmontese origin (northern Italy), hand-built in the 18th century, ideal for the entrance of country or mountai...
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18th Century Italian Antique Furniture Nails

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Walnut

ViNTAGE KILIM & BROWN LEATHER CHEST OF DRAWERS FINISHED WITH ANTIQUE PIN NAILs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
seen, it has a brown leather banding which is held in place with antique pin nails, it looks sublime in
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Furniture Nails

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Leather, Hardwood

19th Century Chinese Wood and Hand Painted Leather Trunk with Nail Head Accents
Located in Atlanta, GA
nail heads, and brass bound edges. The chest retains it's original hardware. Most of these Chinese
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19th Century Chinese Antique Furniture Nails

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Brass

Vintage Pair of Petite Striped Slipper Chairs
Located in west palm beach, FL
upholstery application. The chairs have all the markings of old traditional furniture construction with
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Early 20th Century Rustic Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Early XIX Light Blue Floral Painted Alpine Chest
Located in Vo', Veneto
frame of the furniture are wooden nails, wedge-shaped, and are easily visible, even if covered by the
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1810s Austrian Louis XVI Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Fir

Antique Floral Rose Bronze Applique Three Piece Set from Belgium
Located in New York, NY
witha small brass nail to any furniture piece to add interest. This can be seen at our 400 Gilligan St
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Early 20th Century Belgian Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Bronze

Late 18th Century Provincial Louis XVI Chest of Drawers
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
joints with dowels and hand-forged nails. Today, the furniture is in an authentic, largely original
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Late 18th Century German Louis XVI Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Oak

Late 18th Century Louis XVI Chest of Drawers made of Oak
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
wooden joints with dowels and hand-forged nails. Today, the furniture is in an authentic, largely
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Late 18th Century Belgian Louis XVI Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Oak

19th Century Bacongo Nail Fetish
Located in Edinburgh, GB
Nail Fetish 'Nkisi' Bacongo people; Congo Wood, pigment, fabric, metal Dimensions: H 10.5, W 4
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1880s Congolese Tribal Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Wood

19th Century Bacongo Nail Fetish
19th Century Bacongo Nail Fetish
H 10.5 in W 4 in D 4 in
Pair George III style upholstered leather brass nailed armchairs
Located in Oakville, ON
Lovely blind fret mahogany armchairs with later brown brass nailed leather. Excellent quality and
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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

18th Century Nutwood Armchair Dated with Brass Nails, 1728
Located in Raalte, NL
Beautiful antique 18th century nutwood armchair from the Netherlands dated 1728 with brass nails
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1720s Dutch Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Leather, Tapestry, Nutwood

Federal Shieldback Side Chair with Lambskin and Brass Nails
Located in Los Angeles, CA
left. I had this upholstered in butterscotch lambskin with brass nail heads. It is in excellent
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19th Century American Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Wood, Leather

Odd Fellows Folk Art Wall Sculpture Bed of Nails
Located in North Beninngton, VT
Odd fellows wall sculpture. Original red paint. Better than conceptual art by a mile. "Charity", "Fraternity", "Brotherhood," represented as C, B F.
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1890s American Antique Furniture Nails

Portera-18thC. Antique Spanish Door With Carved Settings & Nails
Located in Pasadena, CA
An 18th century antique Spanish door with carved settings and decorative nails.
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18th Century and Earlier Spanish Antique Furniture Nails

Ivory Celluloid Nail Dresser Set Complete in Box by Imperial Brands
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
-piece nail kit tool dresser set-marked imperial brands on the top of the buffing tool. Rich blue velvet
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Furniture Nails

19th Century Studded Nail Leather and Buckskin Clad Wardrobe Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fort mill, SC
by the multitude of finish nails. The worst area is a missing section of leather on the curved top of
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1890s American Other Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Portera-18th C. Antique Spanish Double Door W/ Windows & Nails
Located in Pasadena, CA
An 18th century antique Spanish double door with two windows and iron clavos
*price subject to change based on conversion of 4,136 Euros.
www.porteradoors.com
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18th Century and Earlier Spanish Antique Furniture Nails

Portera-18th C. Antique Spanish Door With Carved Settings & Nail
Located in Pasadena, CA
An 18th century antique Spanish door with carved settings
*price subject to change based on conversion of €4,554
www.porteradoors.com
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18th Century and Earlier Spanish Antique Furniture Nails

Storage Cabinet Amish Meat Safe with Original Square Nail Hardware, Late 1800s
Located in Madison, WI
meat. With original square nail hardware, circa late 1800s. The Amish did not have electricity or use
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Late 19th Century American Primitive Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Iron, Zinc

Congo Nail Fetish Sculpture
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Serpent fetish nail sculpture from the Congo, central Africa circa early 1920's. The figure has
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Early 20th Century African Folk Art Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Metal

Congo Nail Fetish Sculpture
Congo Nail Fetish Sculpture
H 6 in W 14 in D 7 in
English Stools With Brass Nail Heads
Located in Atlanta, GA
English Stools with brass nail heads and stretcher. 3 available, priced separately.
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Early 20th Century British Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Wood

Antique Original Tavern Table With Wooden Nails
Located in Los Angeles, CA
tenon construction and wooden nails. Beautiful natural patina troughout piece
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19th Century Guatemalan Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Cedar

Portuguese Table with Marble & Decorative Nail Heads
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
detail of the the nail head patterns are stunning and interesting. Be sure to see the detail images for
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19th Century Portuguese Antique Furniture Nails

Walnut settee with original leather and nails
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Antique walnut upholstered bench, original outrageous leather with amazing old stitched repairs. Call for exact measurements.
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19th Century English Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Wood, Leather

Chair Of Nails - The Worlds Most Uncomfortable Chair
Located in Peekskill, NY
It's a chair of nails and comfort was never it's goal. The chair itself is quarter sawn oak on an
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Early 20th Century American Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Iron

Late 19th Century Hob Nail Cut Inkwell
Located in London, GB
A late nineteenth century hob nail cut inkwell with large reservoir and pine cone finial.
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Late 19th Century English Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Glass

Spanish Antique "Brasero" Nail-Head Round-Shaped Mirror
Located in Atlanta, GA
with a nail-head design) as the surround, with new mirrored glass in it's center. The brazier (also
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Late 19th Century Spanish Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Mirror, Wood

British Colonial Trunk with Nail Head Decoration
Located in Chicago, IL
early the 20th Century this piece features nail head decorations and a beautiful aged patina.
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Early 20th Century Burmese British Colonial Antique Furniture Nails

Materials

Teak

Large 17th Century "Porte à Clous" Nail Door
Located in Baambrugge, NL
A large 17th c. "Porte à Clous" nail door, in beautiful weathered blue patina, original hinges are
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18th Century and Earlier French Antique Furniture Nails

Large 17th Century "Porte à Clous" Nail Door
Large 17th Century "Porte à Clous" Nail Door
H 103.55 in W 53.94 in D 2.37 in
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Find a variety of antique furniture nails available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, animal skin and leather, all antique furniture nails available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of antique furniture nails available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Baroque, Art Deco and Art Nouveau antique furniture nails are consistently popular styles. Interi produced beautiful antique furniture nails that are worth considering.

How Much are Antique Furniture Nails?

Prices for antique furniture nails start at $175 and top out at $21,557 with the average selling for $2,160.
Questions About Antique Furniture Nails
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, antique furniture is in style. Many people appreciate the beauty and handcrafted character of antique furniture and love the idea of owning pieces with a rich history. Remember that style preferences are nothing if not fluid, meaning what's in one year may not be the next. So, in choosing the furniture you're planning to live with, you should pay less attention to interior design fads than to what speaks to you. That way, you can select pieces that will add long-term character to your home. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    To know if your furniture is antique, look for labels and markings that indicate the maker. From there, you can use trusted online resources to determine when they were active and examine images to try to estimate the age of your piece. Furniture produced 100 years ago or more is antique. You can also have your furniture assessed by an appraiser or antiques dealer to learn about its age. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Antique furniture can be worth quite a lot, particularly if it is in good quality. The rarer the piece, the higher the value.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Whether antique furniture is making a comeback is a matter of opinion. Many people would argue that antique furniture never faded from fashion, as there have always been individuals who love the idea of owning pieces that have history. Some of the most popular styles for antique furniture include Art Deco, Arts and Crafts, Renaissance Revival, Elizabethan, Gothic Revival, Victorian and Chippendale. Find a large collection of antique furniture from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    To date antique furniture from the UK, first look for identifying markings on the piece. You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active. From there, you may be able to estimate the year of production by looking at images of other furniture the maker produced. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also aid you in the dating process. Find a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    There are a number of factors that can indicate if your antique furniture is valuable. When determining the value of antique furniture, consider its rarity. Additionally, it is important to determine the quality and condition of vintage furniture. If unsure of the value of your vintage furniture, have it appraised.
  • 1stDibs 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.
  • 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.
  • 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
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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.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

    Shop an assortment of antique Chinese furniture.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019

    The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.

  • 1stDibs 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.