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Antique Swan swing set
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautifully timeworn children’s ride-on toy crafted in the evocative shape of a swan, likely
Category

Early 20th Century French Toys

Materials

Steel

Antique Swan swing set
Antique Swan swing set
$350
H 28 in W 25 in D 66 in
Antique "Eros with Swans" Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Romantic and finely carved, this antique brooch features a beautifully detailed shell cameo
Category

Early 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Enamel, Gold Plate

Antique "Eros with Swans" Brooch
Antique "Eros with Swans" Brooch
$2,390
H 0.61 in W 1.85 in L 2.18 in
Antique Russian Bronze Swan Chandelier
Located in Stamford, CT
A stunningly beautiful Russian antique solid bronze chandelier. This 19th century piece has been
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Antique 19th Century Russian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Antique Russian Bronze Swan Chandelier
Antique Russian Bronze Swan Chandelier
$19,600 Sale Price
20% Off
H 37 in Dm 48 in
Antique 'Swan Neck' Bed c1900 France
Located in Trensacq, FR
Handsome and rare antique swan neck bed c1900 France. Rich warm brown cherry frame with gorgeously
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Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Cherry

Antique 'Swan Neck' Bed c1900 France
Antique 'Swan Neck' Bed c1900 France
$2,694 Sale Price
25% Off
H 57.49 in W 52.56 in D 79.93 in
Antique Capodimonte Ceramic Swan jardiniere 1880
By Capodimonte
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice Swan jardiniere . Capodimonte Ceramic italy . normal wear and tear . Beautiful piece
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Antique 1880s Italian Victorian Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Capodimonte Ceramic Swan jardiniere  1880
Antique Capodimonte Ceramic Swan jardiniere  1880
$682
H 9.06 in W 9.06 in D 11.82 in
Steel and Bronze Antique Swan Stool
Located in Austin, TX
Bronze and steel antique swan stool. This French piece is made of hand-hammered steel with bronze
Category

Antique 1880s French Stools

Materials

Bronze, Steel

Steel and Bronze Antique Swan Stool
Steel and Bronze Antique Swan Stool
$2,900
H 19.25 in W 25.375 in D 15.75 in
Antique Sterling Silver Swan Menu / Card Holders
By Horace Woodward & Co. Ltd.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive set of four antique Edwardian English sterling silver swan menu
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Swan Menu / Card Holders
Antique Sterling Silver Swan Menu / Card Holders
$3,372
H 1.8 in W 1.5 in D 1.5 in
Antique Enamel Swan Brooch of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Antique Enamel Swan Brooch: This 14k gold and enamel brooch dates to the late Victorian era and
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Antique Late 19th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Base Metal, Enamel

Antique French Quimper Faience Swan Jardiniere Cachepot
By Henriot Quimper
Located in Pearland, TX
A lovely antique early 20th-Century French Quimper faience swan jardiniere or cachepot. Marked
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Early 20th Century French Country Animal Sculptures

Materials

Faience

Antique Heraldic Bohun Swan Stained Glass Shield
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Buckingham Town. The crest depicts a swan with crown around it’s neck and a golden chain – referred to as the
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Windows

Materials

Lead

Antique Heraldic Bohun Swan Stained Glass Shield
Antique Heraldic Bohun Swan Stained Glass Shield
$4,645
H 11.82 in W 9.45 in D 0.4 in
Pair Antique French Bisque Porcelain Swan Jardinieres
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair antique French bisque porcelain swan jardinieres.
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Antique 19th Century French Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Swan Carved Claw Foot Mahogany Settee
Located in Woodbury, CT
Very rare early 1900's Empire/Classical swan carved mahogany settee. Featuring tall swan carved
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Early 20th Century North American American Classical Settees

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Mahogany

Original Antique Print of Swans, 1847, 'Unframed'
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great image of swans. Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own
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Antique 1840s English Folk Art Prints

Materials

Paper

Antique Articulated Swan Cuff Bracelet, circa 1910
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in France during the early 20th century, circa 1910-1920, this Antique Articulated Swan
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco More Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

French Antique Swan Neck Recamier Chaise Lounge
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A fine antique French walnut recamier or chaise lounge with carved swan heads at posts, lovely
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Vintage 1930s French Empire Chaise Longues

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

French Antique Swan Neck Recamier Chaise Lounge
French Antique Swan Neck Recamier Chaise Lounge
$3,800
H 34.25 in W 62 in D 24 in
Patinated Solid Bronze Antique Swan Planter Jardiniere
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and rare solid patinated bronze decorative swan planter . great and unique piece that can
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20th Century American Hollywood Regency Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Empire Swan Faucet, Circa 1820
Located in Dallas, TX
swan with a craned neck. Swan motifs were sometimes seen during the Empire period, as it was stated
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Antique 1820s French Empire Fountains

Materials

Metal, Bronze

1970s Pair of Antique Swan-Shaped Stone Planters
Located in Marbella, ES
A charming pair of antique swan-shaped planters, crafted from stone with an aged finish that adds a
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Late 20th Century Spanish Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Concrete

1970s Pair of Antique Swan-Shaped Stone Planters
1970s Pair of Antique Swan-Shaped Stone Planters
$3,593 / set
H 19.69 in W 20.48 in D 11.82 in
Antique French Silver Plate Swans Bread Bowl Basket
Located in Pearland, TX
A lovely antique early 20th-Century French silver plate oval bread bowl or basket. No maker's mark
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Serving Bowls

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Italian Alabaster Sculpture of Leda & the Swan
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A mid-late 19th century antique Italian alabaster sculpture depicting Leda and the Swan mounted on
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Alabaster, Marble

Antique Italian Alabaster Sculpture of Leda & the Swan
Antique Italian Alabaster Sculpture of Leda & the Swan
$4,783
H 16.93 in W 18.71 in D 8.27 in
Antique Chinese Carved Wood and Parcel Gilt Swans
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Striking pair of 19th century Chinese swan garnitures or sculptures hand carved in hardwood with an
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19th Century Other Art Style Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Antique Chinese Carved Wood and Parcel Gilt Swans
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Striking pair of 19th century Chinese swan garnitures or sculptures hand carved in hardwood with an
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Hardwood

Antique Chinese Carved Wood and Parcel Gilt Swans
Antique Chinese Carved Wood and Parcel Gilt Swans
$5,950 / set
H 25 in W 13 in D 9 in
Antique Bird Print of the Whooper Swan, 1929
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique bird print titled 'Cygnus Cygnus'. Old bird print depicting the whooper swan. This print
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Early 20th Century Prints

Materials

Paper

Antique Bird Print of the Whooper Swan, 1929
Antique Bird Print of the Whooper Swan, 1929
$143 Sale Price
20% Off
H 14.97 in W 11.03 in D 0.02 in
Antique Danish Incense - Potpourri Jar with Swans, 1920s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A decorative incense bowl or potpourri jar with a perforated top-mesh with swans. It made from
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Vintage 1910s Danish Late Victorian Jars

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

Antique Danish Incense - Potpourri Jar with Swans, 1920s
Antique Danish Incense - Potpourri Jar with Swans, 1920s
$239 Sale Price
20% Off
H 2.37 in Dm 5.12 in
Water Birds Print: Swan, Pelican, Cormorant, Ducks – Antique 1867
Located in Langweer, NL
Water Birds Print: Swan, Pelican, Cormorant, Ducks – Antique 1867 This detailed antique print
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Antique 1860s German Prints

Materials

Paper

Pair of Antique Russian Swan-Form Wall Lights
Located in New York, NY
Each in the form of an outstretched swan with the beak issuing three candle arms, bearing faint
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Russian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Pair of Antique Russian Swan-Form Wall Lights
Pair of Antique Russian Swan-Form Wall Lights
$6,800 / set
H 21 in W 17 in D 11.5 in
Antique Neoclassical Bronze Figural Sensor with Dolphin & Swan C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Neoclassical Bronze Figural Sensor with Dolphin & Swan C1890 Measures - 6 3/8" x 3 3/8" x
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Antique Late 19th Century Asian Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Antique Neoclassical Bronze Figural Sensor with Dolphin & Swan C1890
Antique Neoclassical Bronze Figural Sensor with Dolphin & Swan C1890
$280 Sale Price
20% Off
H 6.5 in W 3.5 in D 3.75 in
Antique Empire Style Mahogany Swan Grecian Sofa Newly Upholstered
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Empire Style Mahogany Swan Grecian Sofa Newly Upholstered In a Green Velvet This antique
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Antique 19th Century Empire Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Mahogany

Antique 9ct Gold, Victorian Micro Mosaic Swan Portrait Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Mosaic Pendant 9ct Gold Circa 1870 Step into a world of elegance with this exquisite
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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Neoclassical Antique Giltwood Upholstered Swan Armchair, Early 20th Century
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A Neoclassical carved swan armchair with upholstered seat back and seat. This antique piece is
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Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Side Chairs

Materials

Wood, Paint

Neoclassical Antique Giltwood Upholstered Swan Armchair, Early 20th Century
Neoclassical Antique Giltwood Upholstered Swan Armchair, Early 20th Century
$640 Sale Price
20% Off
H 30.75 in W 21.75 in D 18 in
Zabihi Collection Rooster Swan Antique Persian Tabriz Rug Mat
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century mat size Persian Tabriz rug depicting what looks to be a swan or rooster on
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Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique 19th Century French Aubusson Landscape Tapestry with Swan
Located in New York, NY
Antique 19th century French Aubusson tapestry depicting a pristine and lovely landscape on the
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Antique 19th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

Materials

Tapestry, Wool

Antique Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Decorated Swan Compote Circa 1930
Located in Big Flats, NY
A Chinese Cloisonne compote offers enamel decorated construction with bowl having central swan (or
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Early 20th Century Asian Metalwork

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Antique Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Decorated Swan Compote Circa 1930
Antique Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Decorated Swan Compote Circa 1930
$960 Sale Price
20% Off
H 6.5 in W 10.25 in D 10.25 in
1930's Antique Brass Swan Tub Spout and Crystal Knobs
By Sherle Wagner
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This AUTHENTIC ANTIQUE, brass swan and crystal fixture set is INCREDIBLE!!! That showstopping
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Bathroom Fixtures

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Antique English Swan Neck Mercury Glass Pendant Light / Chandelier
Located in London, GB
An antique unusual triple arm light with a base bulb in addition, paired with antique mercury glass
Category

Vintage 1930s British Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Antique 19th Century French Choisy Le Roi Majolica Swan Plate
By Choisy-le-Roi
Located in Pearland, TX
A charming antique French majolica swan plate by H.B. Boulanger, Choisy le Roi, France, circa 1890
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Antique 19th Century French Country Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

Swan French Brass Empire Chandelier Lustre Lamp Antique Gold
Located in Berlin, DE
, evoking the opulence and sophistication of a bygone era. Add a touch of antique allure to your space
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21st Century and Contemporary German Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Wire

Antique 19th Century Staffordshire Porcelain Swan Manor House Figurine 8"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique 19th century Staffordshire porcelain flatback figurine in the shape of a white manor house
Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

Transformed - Swan in Graphite on Antique Vellum Architectural Drawing
By Don Pollack
Located in Chicago, IL
Over a hundred years ago, my grandfather registered as a homesteader with the Department of the Interior Land Office in Buffalo, Wyoming. Building a cabin on a remote 640 acre plat,...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Animal Paintings

Materials

Vellum, Graphite

Tiny Antique English Sterling Silver Swan Pin Cushion, 1908
By Boots Pure Drug Co. 1
Located in Bath, GB
small sized swan measuring just 1 1/2" x 3/4" x 1 1/8" tall. Made from English sterling silver
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Empire ink set, gold-plated bronze with swans, France
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique Empire ink set, gold-plated bronze with swans, France Solid bronze, partially gold-plated
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Antique Late 19th Century French Inkwells

Materials

Bronze

Antique Art Nouveau "Swan Amongst Lillies" Framed Landscape Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
white swan gliding through a twilight pond, encircled by blooming pink lotus flowers and lush lily pads
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1930s Art Nouveau Animal Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Antique Victorian Figural Swan Bird Twisted Brass Fireplace Fender Hearth
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian figural swan bird twisted brass 48" fireplace fender hearth. Item featured has
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Brass

Swans /// Antique Female Artist Bird Ornithology Animal Landscape Watercolor Art
Located in Saint Augustine, FL
Artist: Catherine Board (English, Active Early 19th Century) Title: "Swans" *Signed by Board lower
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1820s Romantic Animal Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor

20th Century antique Empire Style Palisander Swan Sofa Mahogany veneer
Located in Berlin, DE
Empire Swan canapé in the style of Classicism, (1810). Exotic palisander on solid beechwood
Category

20th Century French Biedermeier Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Carved Wood Swan Preening - Gus Wilson / Frank Finney Style
By Frank Finney
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Acquired on a trip to New Hampshire. Not sure the artist. Carved out of solid wood. Shows Swan
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20th Century American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Antique Carved Wood Swan Preening - Gus Wilson / Frank Finney Style
Antique Carved Wood Swan Preening - Gus Wilson / Frank Finney Style
$2,910 Sale Price
25% Off
H 18 in W 24 in D 10 in
Antique Victorian 1860s 18K Yellow Gold Swan Micro Mosaic Pendant
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
crafted micro mosaic, depicting a swan on the water, surrounded by reeds. The swan is wonderfully detailed
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Federal Style Carved Gilt Swan And Eagle Carousel Mohair Bench
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Federal Style Carved Gold Gilt Swan and Eagle Carousel Bench Newly Reupholstered in a Blue
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Federal Benches

Materials

Giltwood

Antique & Striking Empire Revival Gilt Bronze Swan Sculptures Pendant Chandelier
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning and fine size chandelier with gilt bronze swan sculptures. If you are looking for a
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Early 20th Century French Empire Revival Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Hand Carved Signed Large Vintage Antique Wood Swan Decoy Sculpture, 1929
Located in Studio City, CA
A fantastic, large hand-carved swan decoy with a beautiful, natural glowing patina that comes with
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Vintage 1920s American Folk Art Decoys

Materials

Wood

Victorian Etruscan Revival Micro-Mosaic 18K Gold Antique Swan Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as an oval-shaped pendant centering a bezel set glass micro-mosaic Depicting swans with
Category

Antique 1870s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique American Early 1900s Nude Women & Swans Deco River Landscape Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique American impressionist nude women landscape oil painting. Oil on canvas. Framed. Signed
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1920s Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Pair of Life Size Antique Carved and Painted Swan Figures
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A large and impressive pair of hand carved Swans which may have at one time been decoys having fine
Category

Antique 19th Century Folk Art Decoys

Materials

Wood

20th Century Antique Classizim Style Empire Swan Chaise Lounge Birdseye Maple
Located in Berlin, DE
Maple roots on solid beechwood, partially ebonized and gilded. Finely carved swans, feet carved
Category

20th Century English Empire Chaise Longues

Materials

Wood

Antique Beaded Handbag with Silvered Clasp and Swan Detail, circa 1880
Located in Hamburg, DE
This exquisite antique beaded handbag dates back to the Historicism period around 1880 and is a
Category

Antique 1880s German Belle Époque Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Glass

Antique 14ct Two Colour Gold Edwardian Ruby, Diamond & Abalone Pearl Swan Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Edwardian Swan Brooch 14ct Gold Stamped Circa 1900 Introducing the exquisite Edwardian Swan
Category

Early 20th Century European Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Bronze / Copper Cloisonné Burner Inscense Koro Geese or Swan
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Description Nice Pair of 2 Geese in Cloisonne. High Quality with superb decoration and craftmenship. Condition Some small damages likes missing enamel and some ware to enamel. S...
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Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Antique English river landscape with figures, boats, swans, London , brown gray
Located in Woodbury, CT
An English river landscape with Swans, boats, barges on the banks of the Thames. A very
Category

1880s Victorian Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil

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Antique Swan Antiques For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of antique swan antiques available for sale. Each of these unique antique swan antiques was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and paper. Antique swan antiques have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique swan antiques made by Folk Art designers — as well as those associated with Empire — are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made antique swan antiques over the years, but those made by William B. Durgin, Gorham Manufacturing Company and Meissen Porcelain are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Antique Swan Antiques?

Prices for antique swan antiques can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, antique swan antiques begin at $29 and can go as high as $48,500, while the average can fetch as much as $1,538.
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    A chatelaine is a set of decorative chains attached to a clasp or belt loop, which was used to carry keys and necessities. In ancient Rome, women carried tweezers, nail cleaners and ear scoops on their chatelaines. On 1stDibs, find antique chatelaines from some of the top sellers around the world.
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    Important in the 18th and 19th centuries, an antique cellarette was a piece of furniture in which wine was stored. The cellarette, also known as a wine cooler, is recognizable by its small rectangular size and simple design. Shop a collection of antique cellarettes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    An antique bureau is any bureau that is 100 years old or older. The term bureau today is typically used as another word for a dresser or a chest of drawers. This word has also been used to refer to a writing desk. Find a collection of antique bureaus on 1stDibs today.
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    Antique majolica is a type of Victorian earthenware characterized by beautifully-colored lead glazes. It first appeared in the 1850s and is highly sought after today. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique majolica from some of the world’s top sellers.
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    What antique silver is depends on the context. In many cases, the term refers to silverware and silver decorative objects produced more than 100 years ago. However, antique silver may also be the name of a distressed silver finish frequently used on lighting fixtures and bathroom fixtures. Explore a selection of antique silver wares on 1stDibs.
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    Ironstone is a kind of vitreous pottery that was made in the United Kingdom around the early 19th century. The ironstone made by the masons are considered to be collectibles. Most antique ironstone items should have a hallmark. Shop a range of antique and vintage ironstone items on 1stDibs.
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    The process of telling an antique pearl varies based on whether it is set in jewelry or loose. In the case of jewelry, you can look for a maker's mark and then conduct online research to find out when the company existed and made similar pieces. To be considered an antique, pearl jewelry must be at least 100 years old. In the case of a loose pearl or if you have difficulty performing research on your item, experts recommend consulting a certified appraiser, knowledgeable jeweler or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique pearl jewelry.
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    What makes a watch antique is its age. A watch must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique. Watches that are 20 to 99 years old are vintage, while newer ones are contemporary. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique watches.
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    Generally, an antique toy is any toy made over 100 years ago. A toy made more than 20 years ago is vintage. Shop an assortment of toys on 1stDibs.
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    To tell if jewelry is antique, look for its hallmarks. You will usually find them in inconspicuous areas, such as on clasps, the backs of pendants or the insides of bracelets and rings. Once you have located the hallmarks, use trusted online resources to identify the maker and find out when they were active. Pieces produced more than 100 years ago are antique. If you need assistance dating a particular piece, enlist the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Find a large collection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
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    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.
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    To date an antique secretary desk, start by determining the type of hinge used to secure the writing surface. Consult an authoritative resource to find out which furniture makers worked with that type of hinge. You can also look for the name of the manufacturer on the back or bottom of the piece. Find a range of expertly vetted antique secretaries on 1stDibs.
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    A good indicator as to whether your teapot is antique is to check the spout holes. If it has three or four, it is likely your piece is an antique. There may also be a maker’s mark on the bottom, which could help identify the date made. Shop a collection of antique goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    Yes, some antique rings have hallmarks. However, some do not. Before 1950, jewelry makers didn't add hallmarks to their pieces, but some did to indicate who produced the jewelry and/or tell the buyer what type of metals they contained. Shop a large collection of antique rings on 1stDibs.
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