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Antique Makeup Tables

Delicate Makeup in Fashion - Woodcut Print by Utagawa Kunisada - 1830
Located in Roma, IT
Matsukaze and Murasame. He sits in front of a makeup table and applies makeup to his eyebrows, behind him on
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19th Century Modern Antique Makeup Tables

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Woodcut

Table Mirror, Makeup / Vanity Mirror, Late Biedermeier, Around 1850, Austria
Located in Wien, AT
Very decorative table mirror / makeup mirror with swivel mechanism, an original of the Biedermeier
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1850s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Makeup Tables

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Mirror, Ash, Maple

French Chestnut and Oak Desk from Le Grand Monarque À Chartres, circa 1720
Located in Dallas, TX
perfect table for an office or library. For unique placement, it would make an amazing makeup table for a
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1720s French Louis XIV Antique Makeup Tables

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Metal, Bronze

1920, Antique Makeup Vanity with Cabinet, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Czechoslovakia - made of glass, brass, root veneer, wood and mirror - shows signs of use - good, original condition - size cabinet depth-37 cm, length-63 cm, height 75 cm
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1920s Czech Art Nouveau Antique Makeup Tables

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Brass

Illuminated Brot Mirophar Table Mirror, France, 1920's
Located in London, GB
The Brot Mirophar adjustable vanity table mirror with nickel plated frame and illuminated glass was
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Makeup Tables

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Nickel

Antique Painted Wrought-Iron Red Marble Architectural Console Pier Table
Located in Shippensburg, PA
CONTINENTAL WROUGHT-IRON MARBLE TOP ARCHITECTURAL CONSOLE TABLE Fashioned from an old window
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Late 19th Century European Rustic Antique Makeup Tables

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Marble, Wrought Iron

Mid-19th Century Fir Wood Veneered in Mahogany and marble Sicilian Vanity Table
Located in Catania, Sicilia
This Sicilian vanity table is an exquisite piece of furniture representative of the design trends
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Mid-19th Century Sicilian Louis Philippe Antique Makeup Tables

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Fir

Tall Antique Wooden Table Lamp in the form of a Classical Roman Column
Located in Leesburg, VA
, Classical design. From the home of Tyen, iconic photographer and makeup design director of the Christian
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Early 19th Century American Grand Tour Antique Makeup Tables

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Wood

19th Century French Wooden Shaving Mirror
Located in High Point, NC
Useful both for shaving or applying makeup. The mirror can be tilted to suit many uses and is
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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Makeup Tables

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Brass

Antique 19th Century French Wooden Shaving Mirror
19th Century French Wooden Shaving Mirror
H 49.6 in W 18.1 in D 18.1 in
Art Deco Cabinet
Located in Pompano Beach, FL
French Art Deco mini makeup cabinet/table in macassar ebony with elaborately inlaid lemon wood and
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Early 20th Century French Antique Makeup Tables

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Ebony, Macassar

Antique Art Deco Cabinet
Art Deco Cabinet
H 38 in W 32 in D 16 in
Gustavian Shaving Mirror in Mahogany & Brass Details. Sweden 1780-1790s
Located in Knivsta, SE
adjustable as to enable a closer shave. Perfect not only for shaving and as a mirror for applying makeup, but
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1780s Swedish Gustavian Antique Makeup Tables

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Brass

Electrified Antique Vintage Wood and Brass Kerosene Lamp with notable provenance
Located in Leesburg, VA
library table lamp. From the home of Tyen, iconic photographer and makeup design director of the
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Early 1900s American Late Victorian Antique Makeup Tables

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Brass

Fine French Ormolu Mounted Mahogany Directoire Marble Top Mirrored Vanity Desk
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
secretaire desk or ladies vanity. The piece is perfect for paying bills or using as a makeup vanity. The desk
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1890s French Directoire Antique Makeup Tables

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Marble, Brass, Bronze

Antique French pair of face screens, decorative table decoration
Located in Maidstone, GB
unbecoming, the second was to prevent the thick white makeup used by ladies in the Georgian and Victorian era
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19th Century French Antique Makeup Tables

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Wood, Paper

A Table Mirror in Pine by a Swedish Cabinetmaker, Folk Art, Early 20th Century
Located in Odense, DK
This charming hexagon shaped table mirror in pine is a stunning example of Swedish Folk Art from
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Early 20th Century Swedish Primitive Antique Makeup Tables

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Pine

Tall Slim Brass Display Cabinet, Early 1900s
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
. Suitable as both a hanging showcase for the wall or as a tall display case on a table/console. Very useful
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Early 20th Century French Antique Makeup Tables

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Brass

Tall Slim Brass Display Cabinet, Early 1900s
Tall Slim Brass Display Cabinet, Early 1900s
H 59.06 in W 20.48 in D 7.49 in
Ming Period Stucco Head of a Court Lady with Original Paint Mounted on Stand
Located in Yonkers, NY
detailed face. The painted details present the characteristic Ming makeup style, with an immaculate white
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16th Century Chinese Ming Antique Makeup Tables

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Wood, Stucco

French Restauration Period Rosewood Marquetry Cabinet
Located in London, GB
cabinet’s variety of small compartments are perfect for storing precious jewellery, or makeup. This aspect
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Mid-19th Century French Restauration Antique Makeup Tables

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Rosewood

English Chinoiserie Style Twenty-Six Piece Silver Toilet Service
By Carrington & Co, Lionel Alfred Crichton 1, Richard Comyns
Located in London, GB
luxuries for elite women in the 17th century. They were used to store makeup, perfume, ribbons, hair and
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Early 20th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Makeup Tables

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Silver

Antique Viennese Rock Crystal and Enamelled Silver Toilet Set in Wooden Case
Located in London, GB
woman. They were used to store makeup, perfume, pins, ribbons and anything else a lady needed to dress
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Late 19th Century Austrian Renaissance Antique Makeup Tables

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Rock Crystal, Silver

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Credenza Sideboard Art Nouveau Art Deco Buffet Rare to Find France
Located in Berlin, DE
A French Art Nouveau walnut credenza in ash and rosewood, featuring depicted in marquetry and deep carving. The credenza has four lockable storage areas, each with a shelf and two dr...
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19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Makeup Tables

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Walnut

Art Nouveau Curved Stained Glass & Bronze Panel/ Window, Attributed to Tiffany
By Charles L. Tiffany
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Art Nouveau window/ panel was realized in the United States in 1907, attributed to Tiffany & Co. The piece features a mosaic of interlocking demilune arch forms in hues...
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Makeup Tables

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Bronze

Pair of Classical Fluted Columns
Located in New York, NY
Pair of wood fluted columns with gilt band on base. Columns show their age beautifully. Small cracks in base that do not effect their structural integrity.
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1950s Classical Greek Antique Makeup Tables

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Giltwood, Wood

Pair of Classical Fluted Columns
Pair of Classical Fluted Columns
H 30.75 in W 13.5 in D 13.5 in
Round Biedermeier Center Table, Cherry Veneer, Austria, Vienna, circa 1830
Located in Regensburg, DE
Elegant round Biedermeier Center Table from Austria, Vienna around 1830. Star-shaped cherry veneer on softwood top with round ebony inlaid in the center. Pedestal carved from solid ...
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1830s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Makeup Tables

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Cherry, Softwood

Early 20th Century Cabinet with Beveled Mirror Walnut art Nouveau
Located in Buggiano, IT
Furniture with semi-oval ground mirror for entrance, original Art Nouveau, with three doors, one with ground glass linked to lead. Size cm.: 107 x 31 x 95 + 165 H (tot 260). They wil...
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1910s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Makeup Tables

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Mirror, Walnut

Mid-Century Teak Vanity/Desk
Located in Hudson, NY
Heavy Mid-Century Solid Teak Vanity/desk 1960's W37 x D15 x H44 inches with to p of the mirror Desk height : 28 inches Floor to bottom drawer hight 20 inches Condition very good
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Antique Makeup Tables

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Teak

Mid-Century Teak Vanity/Desk
Mid-Century Teak Vanity/Desk
H 44 in W 37 in D 15 in
19th Century Hand Carved and Hand Painted Queen Size Bed Frame Louis XVI Style
Located in Sofia, BG
19th century exquisite queen size beautifully hand carved bed frame in the elegant Louis XVI style. The headboard and footboard frames are raised on six legs and are hand curved and ...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Makeup Tables

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Cane, Wood

19th Century French Louis XVI Painted Bed with Caning
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Louis XVI painted bed with caning is a splendid example of what some have called 'Paris Country' where a refined style is made more casual primarily by a finish t...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Makeup Tables

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Cane, Walnut

Magnolia Blossoms-original abstract floral landscape painting-contemporary Art
By Sylvia Paul
Located in London, Chelsea
"Magnolia Blossoms" by Sylvia Paul is a captivating original landscape painting that transports viewers to a tranquil springtime scene. Through the lens of abstract impressionism, Pa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Impressionist Antique Makeup Tables

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Canvas, Oil

Pre-Columbian Moche Erotic Vessel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This pre-columbian moche erotic vessel depicts two figures engaged in a sexual act, specifically the missionary position. It is a significant artifact showcasing the cultural and art...
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19th Century Unknown Pre-Columbian Antique Makeup Tables

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Pottery

Pre-Columbian Moche Erotic Vessel
Pre-Columbian Moche Erotic Vessel
H 6.5 in W 8 in D 5.5 in
Dutch Mahogany Vanity Dresser with Tri-Fold Mirror
Located in Voorburg, NL
Gorgeous original Dutch mahogany vanity dresser with tri-fold mirror, circa 1950s. The vanity features beautiful mahogany wood grain, nice carved wood details, and a large tri-fold m...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Antique Makeup Tables

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Mirror, Mahogany

1940s Flame Walnut Art Deco Vanity with Tri-Fold Dressing Mirror
Located in Hawthorne, CA
Beautiful art deco vanity with book-matched flame walnut veneer over solid wood. Triptych mirror with arched top, each side pivots outwards. Two deep drawers on either side and one i...
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1940s Antique Makeup Tables

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Metal

Antique Vanity Dressing Table Mirror
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and rich antique vanity or dressing mirror, circa early-20th century. Mirror is rectangular with directional flexibility (north and south), and wood finials on sides. Pie...
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Early 20th Century European Victorian Antique Makeup Tables

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Mirror, Wood

Antique Vanity Dressing Table Mirror
Antique Vanity Dressing Table Mirror
H 14.75 in W 13.25 in D 5.88 in
Art Nouveau Vanity Folding Mirror Screen with Marquetry, 1901
By Maison Krieger
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Exceptional dressing / vanity polyptych folding screen (5 panels). Mahogany structure with inlays / marquetry of different essences with floral motifs. Copper handles, hinges and...
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Makeup Tables

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Copper

Antique 19th Century Japanese "Imari" Porcelain Plate on Stand
Located in New Orleans, LA
Stunning antique 19th century Japanese "Imari" porcelain plate on stand. 18" diameter plate. (21" high on stand).
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19th Century Japanese Antique Makeup Tables

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Porcelain

Pair of 18th Century Carved Chestnut Solomonic Columns from Portugal
Located in Dallas, TX
In the 2nd century CE, a set of columns were carved in Greek marble for an ancient temple. In the 4th century, Constantine brought the columns to Rome to be incorporated into the hig...
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18th Century Portuguese Baroque Antique Makeup Tables

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Wood, Chestnut

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Early 1800 Ladies Perfume, Makeup and Jewelry Table with Inlaid Mother of Pearl
Located in Lakewood, NJ
This Incredibly Rare 1800 Ladies Perfume and Makeup Table with Inlaid Amber Stone Design is
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Early 19th Century American Early Victorian Antique Makeup Tables

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Mother-of-Pearl, Hardwood

Japanese Makeup Chest
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Japanese makeup chest. mirror and doors
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1880s Antique Makeup Tables

Antique Japanese Makeup Chest
H 6.5 in W 14.75 in D 29.25 in
Art Deco Armoire Dressing Table Compendium and Bed
Located in London, GB
A most unusual Art Deco armoire/dressing table compendium in satinwood parquetry with ormolu
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Makeup Tables

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Satinwood

Florentine Italian Gilded Gold Leaf Ladies Mirrored Vanity Makeup Table C1920
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Flip up mirror. Two drawers. Measures: 30" H x 34" W x 16 1/4" D.
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1920s Italian Louis XV Antique Makeup Tables

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Hardwood

Le Rotin Vanity Table
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
Gorgeous and adorable Le Rotin makeup table /vanity table from circa 1900, with a fantastic colour
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Early 1900s French Antique Makeup Tables

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Rattan

Le Rotin Vanity Table
Le Rotin Vanity Table
H 57.88 in W 37.01 in D 19.69 in
French Colonial Make-Up Table
Located in Pasadena, CA
This French Colonial Vietnamese makeup table was made for the local French Market, of solid
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Early 20th Century Vietnamese French Provincial Antique Makeup Tables

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Rosewood

French Colonial Make-Up Table
French Colonial Make-Up Table
H 31.75 in W 39.5 in D 20 in
English chinoiserie or japanned makeup vanity or dressing table
Located in Nashville, TN
A rare one-of-a-kind red & gilt decorated vanity in English chinoiserie or japanning . Very crisp and detailed gilt decorations. Three top working drawers over flanking cabinets doo...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Makeup Tables

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Metal

19TH Century French Dore' Bronze Makeup Mirror
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Superior quality and design. An exceptional example fashioned with an easel back. The mirror is bevelled. The piece is generously scaled and visually stunning, with a fanciful bird ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Makeup Tables

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Bronze

Brass Makeup Vanity Mirror, U.S.A, 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage brass two sided vanity mirror, U.S.A, 1950s. Age appropriate patina.
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15th Century and Earlier American Mid-Century Modern Antique Makeup Tables

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Brass

19th Century, French Empire Swivel and Tilt Makeup Mirror on Round Marble Base
Located in Dallas, TX
Add elegance to your bathroom with this antique round table mirror on stand. Crafted in France
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Mid-19th Century French Empire Antique Makeup Tables

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Marble

Louis XV Period Dressing Table
Located in Vista, CA
Exquisite Louis XV Period Dressing table with creme peinte, and an olive green border. The flip top
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Mid-18th Century Louis XV Antique Makeup Tables

Louis XV Period Dressing Table
Louis XV Period Dressing Table
H 48 in W 40.5 in D 20 in
French Art Deco Dressing Table in Amboyna by Jules Leleu
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
table to store all of your makeup products and tools. also use the two handleless side drawers, this way
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Makeup Tables

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Oak, Amboyna

Antique Japanese Meiji Geisha Tansu Kyodai Vanity With Mirror Dressing Table 45"
Located in Dayton, OH
the floor to apply makeup and to style hair while kneeling. Made of burlwood with five lower
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Makeup Tables

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Mirror, Walnut

Oriental Art Deco Sculptural Table Lamp with Pen Stand, Lady with Serpent, 1920s
Located in Knivsta, SE
Art Deco Table Lamp with Pen Stand, depicting lady with oriental dress facing upwards while holding
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1920s European Art Deco Antique Makeup Tables

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Ceramic

19th Century Cheval Tabletop Mirror
Located in Houston, TX
This 19th century tabletop mirror will add beauty to any dressing table or chest of drawers
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Late 19th Century French Antique Makeup Tables

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Wood, Mirror

19th Century Cheval Tabletop Mirror
19th Century Cheval Tabletop Mirror
H 29.5 in W 24 in D 11 in
19th Century French Renaissance Jewelry Cabinet
Located in Dallas, TX
carved lid that opens to reveal compartments and a makeup mirror, while the case work is fully carved all
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1870s French Renaissance Revival Antique Makeup Tables

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Oak

Late 19th Century Vanity Mirror
Located in Los Angeles, CA
walnut color just waxed and polished developing an amazing patina finish. This antique tabletop makeup
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Late 18th Century French Art Deco Antique Makeup Tables

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Wood, Glass, Mirror, Walnut

Late 19th Century Vanity Mirror
Late 19th Century Vanity Mirror
H 21 in W 13 in D 12 in
A Beauty Applies "Rouge" (Kuchibeni)
By Ito Shinsui
Located in Burbank, CA
"Rouge." Original Japanese woodblock print. A beauty seated before her dressing table daubs red
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1920s Showa Antique Makeup Tables

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Color

Stunning antique oil painting, interior scene by Constantin Font (1890-1954)
By Constantin Font
Located in AIGNAN, FR
table, carefully laid out with brushes, makeup and perfumes belonging to the owner. While the chair
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1920s Art Deco Antique Makeup Tables

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Oil

19th Century Pair of William IV Mahogany and Gilded Screens
Located in London, GB
tripod table legs. They were used to protect 17th-19th century lady's makeup which often contained
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1830s British William IV Antique Makeup Tables

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Silk, Mahogany

Victorian Art Nouveau Mirrored Hand Painted Étagère
Located in Port Jervis, NY
bathroom or bedroom as a makeup table.
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1880s American Art Nouveau Antique Makeup Tables

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Mirror, Hardwood

Metal Makeup Case on Wheeled Stand
Located in Houston, TX
Black painted metal makeup case on wheeled stand.
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Early 20th Century American Antique Makeup Tables

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Metal

Metal Makeup Case on Wheeled Stand
Metal Makeup Case on Wheeled Stand
H 32 in W 17.75 in D 11.25 in
19th Century French Black Forest Carved Oak Freestanding Vanity Table Mirror
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a counter with this elegant antique makeup mirror frame from the Alps of France. Crafted
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Late 19th Century French Black Forest Antique Makeup Tables

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Mercury Glass, Oak

Antique Vintage Spiraling Glass Column American Regency style table lamp
Located in Leesburg, VA
distinguished. From the home of Tyen, iconic photographer and makeup design director of the Christian Dior
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Early 1900s American Regency Antique Makeup Tables

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Glass

19th Century Hand-Carved Black Forest Vanity Mirror-Box
Located in Dallas, TX
Alpine surroundings of the area. The oval tilting mirror aids in convenience, and there's a makeup drawer
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1870s French Black Forest Antique Makeup Tables

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Fruitwood

Victorian Wicker Mirrored Shaving or Vanity Stand with Shelves
Located in Miami Beach, FL
marvelous shaving Stand is adjustable. There are three shelves and a top surface to keep makeup or your
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Makeup Tables

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Wicker

Antique Handcrafted Apple Wood Vanity Mirror
Located in Dallas, TX
Handcrafted from solid apple wood, this antique vanity mirror is ideal for makeup or jewelry
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Early 1900s Italian Empire Antique Makeup Tables

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Fruitwood

Art Deco Rosewood Dressing Table
Located in Pasadena, TX
ring handles and the middle drawer is a long pullout for makeup or toiletries. This lovely vanity will
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Makeup Tables

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Rosewood

Art Deco Rosewood Dressing Table
Art Deco Rosewood Dressing Table
H 31 in W 49.5 in D 18 in
19th Century Chinese Ruyi Writing Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Achieving a modern aesthetic centuries in the past, this Qing-dynasty table's clean lines are at
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Makeup Tables

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Elm

19th Century Chinese Ruyi Writing Table
19th Century Chinese Ruyi Writing Table
H 33 in W 64.5 in D 29.5 in
19th Century French Lacquered Gilt and Mother of Pearl Chairs and Table Set
Located in Dallas, TX
designs and luxurious gold trim. The makeup, vanity table opens on top revealing luxury red velvet
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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Makeup Tables

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Mother-of-Pearl, Fabric, Velvet, Wood, Mirror

19th Century French Walnut and Marquetry Lady's Vanity Chest with Bronze Mounts
Located in Dallas, TX
This beautifully decorated antique Napoleon III makeup and perfume case would make a wonderful
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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Makeup Tables

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Bronze

Chinese Huanghuali Mirror Stand with Cosmetics Case, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
woman would use such a mirror to update her elaborate hairstyles and carefully composed makeup
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Makeup Tables

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Hardwood

Large French Belle Époque Traveling Vanity Set by Gustave Keller
By Gustave Keller Freres
Located in New York, NY
(dimensions in inches): 2 hair brushes (8 3/4), 2 hair brushes (7 1/4), 2 clothes brushes (7 1/8), makeup
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Makeup Tables

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Silver

Painted Wood Makeup Vanity Desk with Mirror and Upholstered Chair
Located in Pataskala, OH
Painted vanity with large mirror has a lovely blue base with light tan and gold accents across the front. Perfect accent to any bathroom or bedroom with lots of storage room in the f...
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1920s American Bohemian Antique Makeup Tables

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Wood

Pair of Regency Mahogany Tables
Located in San Francisco, CA
because the makeup was wax based and melted fairly easily. The round table tops now hold mirror
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19th Century English Antique Makeup Tables

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Wood, Mirror

Pair of Regency Period Mahogany Pedestal Tables
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of Regency Period mahogany pedestal tables with mirrored table tops. Nice small scale that
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19th Century English Antique Makeup Tables

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Wood, Mirror

Petrified Wood Tree Trunk Side Table from Indonesia
Located in Houston, TX
Petrified Wood Trunk Side Table from Indonesia. The process of petrification occurs when vegetation
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18th Century and Earlier Indonesian Antique Makeup Tables

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Petrified Wood

Table Makeup Mirror, German Art Deco, 925 Sterling Silver, circa 1920-1930
Located in Muenster, NRW
Art Deco, 925 sterling silver circa 1920-1930 Mounted on wooden frame Stamped half moon and crown Measures: Height 40.5 cm, width 27.5 cm, depth: 5 cm Delivery can be made to ...
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1920s German Art Deco Antique Makeup Tables

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Sterling Silver

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Antique Makeup Tables For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of antique makeup tables for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, glass and metal, all antique makeup tables available were constructed with great care. Antique makeup tables have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Antique makeup tables made by Victorian designers — are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made antique makeup tables over the years, but those made by Carrington & Co and Richard Comyns are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Antique Makeup Tables?

Prices for antique makeup tables start at $552 and top out at $188,921 with the average selling for $3,250.
Questions About Antique Makeup Tables
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A makeup table is called a vanity. They look like writing desks with mirrors attached.
  • 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
    An antique rent table is a piece of furniture that landlords and tenants used to exchange rent. The rent money would be placed in one drawer, the table would rotate for the landlord to receive. It was considered polite and gentlemanly to pay rent this way. Shop a collection of antique rent tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A rent table is a small circular or polygonal table with drawers. Rent tables frequently had drawers labeled for the days of the week, and English landlords in the 18th century often used them to collect rent. On 1stDibs, shop antique rent tables from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify your antique dining table, first check to see if there is a maker’s mark on the underside. If there are no identifying marks or stamps, a furniture appraiser can check the style and the hardwood used to identify your piece. Shop a collection of antique furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To determine whether a side table is an antique, closely examine its details. Older pieces will typically have telltale features like wood pegs, hand-cut dovetails with some slight imperfections and mortise-and-tenon construction. Tables that are a consistent color throughout or have machine-cut moldings or carvings are unlikely to be antiques. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can be a helpful resource when dating tables. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern side tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    While you can look for markings and other details to try and determine the maker, the best way to identify an antique drop leaf table is to work with a certified appraiser. Trusted online venues and search engines can be helpful when conducting research on a specific collectible, piece of jewelry, art work or other item about which you may have questions, but qualified professionals, such as an antiques dealer or an appraiser at an auction house, have the knowledge and experience needed to make more accurate identifications. Shop a selection of antique, vintage and modern tables on 1stDibs.