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American Highboy
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very fine American Queen Anne maple highboy with five graduated drawers and three smaller drawers
Category
18th Century American Queen Anne Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Wood, Maple
Antique French Provincial Louis XV Burled Walnut and Parcel Painted Highboy
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Provincial Louis XV style highboy dresser or chest of drawers
In the manner
Category
1920s American French Provincial Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Brass
H 54 in W 38.75 in D 22 in
Romweber French Provincial Louis XV Flame Mahogany Highboy Dresser, Circa 1920s
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style highboy dresser or chest of drawers
By Romweber
USA
Category
1920s American French Provincial Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Brass
H 59.75 in W 43.75 in D 21.5 in
1930s Rockford Furniture Jacobean Style Handcrafted Secretary Desk
By Rockford National Furniture Company 1
Located in Germantown, MD
A Jacobean-style slant front Hancrafted and handcarved by the renowned Rockford Chair and Furniture
Category
Early 20th Century Jacobean Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Brass
Queen Anne Mahogany Highboy
Located in Wilson, NC
The top section of this Queen Anne highboy has a crown with Wall of Troy molding and a blind
Category
1770s English Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Brass
Vintage 18th Century Charleston Highboy
Located in west palm beach, FL
An extraordinary vintage 18th Century highboy. Beautiful hand carved detail and a gorgeous patina
Category
Early 18th Century American Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Metal
French Empire Highboy Dresser, 1810
Located in Leimen, DE
Introducing a stunning French Empire Dresser from 1810, featuring a classic semainier design with five drawers adorned in elegant mahogany veneer. This exquisite piece boasts a stric...
Category
1810s French Empire Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Hand-Carved Highboy or Chest
Located in Seattle, WA
Carved highboy, tall chest with seven drawers. Very interesting piece of Folk Art with ample
Category
19th Century Antique Highboy Furniture
18th Century Queen Anne Highboy
Located in New York, NY
Hand-crafted Queen Anne highboy, circa 1720s. New England. The chest consists of 2 sections made
Category
Early 18th Century American Queen Anne Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Brass
English Chinoiserie Highboy Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
English Georgian style (18/19th Century) highboy chest in two sections with painted Chinoiserie
Category
19th Century Georgian Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Lacquer
Good Connecticut 18th Century Cherry Highboy
Located in Essex, MA
Good period Connecticut highboy. Top and bottom original to one another. Charming lower apron
Category
18th Century and Earlier American Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Cherry, Pine
Vintage Boho Salesman Sample Tiger Maple Highboy
Located in west palm beach, FL
Highboy. This miniature highboy features the stunning grain patterns of tiger maple wood, showcasing
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Maple
American Queen Anne Flat Top Maple Highboy
Located in Wilson, NC
American Queen Anne flat top maple highboy, with cove cornice, upper section with carved fan drawer
Category
Mid-18th Century American Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique Victorian Figured Oak Five-Drawer Highboy Dresser
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous late Victorian or Arts & Crafts style five-drawer highboy dresser
USA, Circa 1900
Category
Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Brass
Fine Antique Highboy Chest With Shell Carving
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A large and very well made 19th Century American Highboy. The Chest, with fine traditional form and
Category
19th Century American Georgian Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Brass
Victorian Dark Wood Tone Oak & Pine Highboy Dresser
Located in New York, NY
Victorian dark wood tone oak and pine highboy bedroom dresser. It features six dovetailed curved
Category
Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Oak, Pine
Impressive Stately 19th Century Mahogany American Highboy
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Large and stately 81" high American Queen Anne or Chippendale style mahogany highboy having two
Category
19th Century American Chippendale Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Desirable New England Diminutive Two Part Highboy
Located in Stamford, CT
A desirable, diminutive New England two part flat top highboy, in rare transitional William & Mary
Category
Mid-18th Century American Queen Anne Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Antique Broken Arch Top Harlequin Highboy for Restoration
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A very well made Highboy with fine traditional form, dove-tail drawer construction, later Batwing
Category
19th Century American Classical Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Metal
Antique Serpentine Oak Chiffonier Highboy Dresser with Mirror C1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
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Antique Serpentine Quarter Sawn Oak Chiffonier Highboy Dresser with Hat Box, Carved Foliate Elements
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Oak
18th Century Queen Anne Highboy with Engraved Brasses
Located in Milford, NH
A fine Queen Anne two part highboy with a molded cornice surmounting an upper case with five
Category
Mid-17th Century American Queen Anne Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Brass
18th Century Two Part Chippendale Highboy in Cherrywood
Located in Milford, NH
A fine two part Chippendale cherry highboy with a wonderful warm color and patina. The upper case
Category
18th Century American Chippendale Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Brass
Connecticut Queen Anne Flat-Top "Highboy" High Chest
Located in Dallas, TX
A cherry "highboy"/high chest of drawers, circa 1770, with long graceful shaped cabriole legs and
Category
Late 18th Century American Queen Anne Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pine Highboy Chest of Six Drawers, Denmark circa 1880
Located in Round Top, TX
This antique pine chest of drawers or "highboy" has 6 drawers, providing ideal storage in a narrow
Category
Late 19th Century Danish Country Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Brass
Swedish Pine Highboy Chest of Five Drawers, circa 1880
Located in Round Top, TX
Antique Swedish pine highboy chest of five drawers with side half column detail and front bun feet
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Country Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Brass
Queen Anne American Cherry Bonnet Top Highboy, 18th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
Queen Anne American Cherry Bonnet top highboy, 18th century.
Category
18th Century American Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Cherry
Exceptional 18th Century English Chinoiserie Two Part Oak Highboy
Located in Milford, NH
An exceptional English Chinoiserie or Japanned lacquered two part oak highboy with a molded cornice
Category
18th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Brass
English Renaissance Style Pictorial Mahogany and Iron Highboy Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
English Renaissance style (19th-20th century) highboy cabinet with a painted pastoral scene on the
Category
Late 19th Century English Renaissance Revival Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Iron
Lieutenant Samuel Pratt's Walnut Highboy, circa 1740 Boston, MA
Located in Milford, NH
An exceptional two part highboy in burled walnut veneer, the upper case featuring a molded cornice
Category
1740s Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Brass
Early 1900's Chippendale Mahogany Highboy Chest of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
A beautiful and patinated Early 1900's Chippendale genuine Mahogany highboy chest of drawers in
Category
Early 20th Century American Chippendale Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century American Chippendale Style Curly Tiger Maple Highboy
Located in Forney, TX
stand from the 19th century. This curly maple highboy has five dovetailed graduated drawers with
Category
19th Century American Chippendale Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Maple
Antique American Empire Crotch Mahogany 5 Drawer Highboy Tall Chest Dresser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique American Empire Crotch Mahogany 5 Drawer Highboy Tall Chest Dresser. Item features five
Category
Mid-19th Century Unknown Empire Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
H 44 in W 43.5 in D 23.5 in
Swedish Gustavian Cupboard/ Highboy in Lime Washed Finish, 19th Century
Located in Essex, MA
Perfect and already set up a media cabinet, this Swedish Gustavian cupboard in a lime-washed finish, 19th century, has two doors over a single drawer over two cupboard doors on a bra...
Category
19th Century Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Wood
Spanish Catalan Carved Walnut Chest of Drawers, Highboy or Console, 1920s
Located in Miami, FL
20th century Catalan Spanish carved walnut chest of drawers, highboy or console Country Provincial
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Walnut
H 30.12 in W 37.6 in D 11.82 in
Spanish Catalan Carved Walnut Chest of Drawers, Highboy or Console, 1920s
Located in Miami, FL
20th century Catalan Spanish carved walnut chest of drawers, highboy or console Country Provincial
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Walnut
H 33.3 in W 43.3 in D 15.2 in
George I Tall Boy Chest of Drawers Highboy Oyster Walnut 1720
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing a sumptuous Georgian period walnut highboy chest of drawers
Such a classic piece of
Category
1720s George I Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Walnut
American Queen Anne Cherry Flat Top Graduated Highboy, Connecticut, Circa 1750
Located in Charleston, SC
American Queen Anne cherry flat top highboy with a molded edge cornice, two flanking upper case
Category
1750s American Queen Anne Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Brass
H 76 in W 40.75 in D 20 in
Rare Late 19th Century Flame Walnut Highboy Dresser English Empire Antique
Located in Hawthorne, CA
Rare book-matched black walnut highboy dresser circa 1890s. Professionally refinished with 100
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Empire Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Wood, Walnut
H 46.25 in W 42 in D 19 in
18th Century New England Highboy in Cherry with Fan Carving
Located in Milford, NH
A fine two part married cherry highboy in cherry with a molded cornice surmounting an upper case
Category
18th Century American Queen Anne Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Brass
Late 19th Century Mahogany Chippendale Style Highboy Attributed to Sypher & Co.
By Sypher & Co.
Located in Parkesburg, PA
Late 19th century mahogany chippendale style Highboy attributed to Sypher & Co. from private estate
Category
Late 19th Century North American Chippendale Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
H 85 in W 41.75 in D 22.5 in
Antique New England Queen Anne Curly Tiger Maple Small Chest Dresser Highboy
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique New England Queen Anne Curly Tiger Maple Small Tall Chest Dresser Highboy. Item features
Category
19th Century English Queen Anne Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Brass
H 58.5 in W 27 in D 15 in
Early 18th Century Antique Walnut Chest on Chest or Highboy
Located in Naples, IT
Chest of drawers in walnut wood and walnut root with extractable desk.
England, 18th century.
Category
Early 18th Century English Chippendale Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Walnut
19th C. George III Mahogany Highboy Tall Chest on Chest 8 Drawer Dresser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
19th C. George III Mahogany Highboy Tall Chest on Chest 8 Drawer Dresser. Item features 2 part
Category
Early 19th Century Unknown George III Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
English George II Style Burl Walnut and Marquetry Chest on Stand or Highboy
Located in Firenze, IT
quality which add considerable interest and value to this antique piece of furniture.
This highboy thanks
Category
Late 19th Century British George II Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Brass
H 55.12 in W 41.34 in D 22.84 in
American Queen Anne Antique Sycamore Flat-Top Highboy, New England c. 1760
Located in Shippensburg, PA
QUEEN ANNE CARVED AND FIGURED SYCAMORE FLAT-TOP HIGHBOY
New England States, circa 1760-1780
Category
18th Century American Queen Anne Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Brass
H 68.75 in W 38 in D 20 in
Antique American Burl Walnut Lock Side Eastlake Highboy Chest of Drawers 1870
Located in Portland, OR
, whilst being a very useful piece of storage furniture.
Category
1870s American Eastlake Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Burl
H 63 in W 45.25 in D 20.5 in
19th C. Chippendale Style Mahogany Ball and Claw Highboy Tall Chest of Drawers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
19th C. Crotch Mahogany Chippendale Style Ball and Claw Highboy Tall Chest of Drawers. Item
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Chippendale Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
H 87 in W 44 in D 23 in
Antique Queen Anne George II Georgian Walnut Chest on Stand Highboy, Circa 1740
Located in Portland, OR
A fine & handsome walnut Queen Anne chest on stand/highboy, dating to the early George II period
Category
1740s English Queen Anne Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Walnut
H 54 in W 40.5 in D 22 in
18th Century Queen Anne Cherry Wood Two Part Highboy with Radial Fan Carving
Located in Milford, NH
A beautiful Queen Anne cherry wood two part highboy with a mahoganized finish, with a molded
Category
Mid-17th Century American Queen Anne Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Brass
H 70.38 in W 40.5 in D 21.25 in
Antique Korean Bandaji Nong Tansu Scholars Wedding Cabinet
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Antique Korean Elm & Brass Bound
Category
Early 19th Century Chinoiserie Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Brass
Spanish Carved Walnut Chest of Drawers, Nightstands or Narrow Console, 1920s
Located in Miami, FL
20th century Catalan Spanish carved walnut chest of drawers, highboy or console Country Provincial
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Walnut
H 30.24 in W 31.7 in D 13.19 in
Spanish Carved Walnut Chest of Drawers, Nightstands or Narrow Console, 1920s
Located in Miami, FL
20th century Catalan Spanish carved walnut chest of drawers, highboy or console Country Provincial
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Walnut
H 30.71 in W 35.44 in D 8.27 in
Secretaire in Thuja Root Veneer, probably France, circa 1830
Located in Greding, DE
a highboy, with the top three drawers forming a door. Below, there are three additional drawers and
Category
1830s French Empire Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Marble, Brass
Antique Victorian Eastlake Cherry Tallboy Dresser Chest of Drawers Backsplash
Located in Dayton, OH
Impressive 19th century cherry highboy dresser, circa 1880s. Features 6 dovetailed drawers, carved
Category
1880s Eastlake Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Cherry
H 59 in W 36 in D 20 in
18th Century Oakwood Cabinet/ Buffet - Josephinism Period, Austria ca. 1780
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
century cabinet a real eye-catcher. The beveled pilasters on the highboy show lovely carved wooden
Category
Late 18th Century Austrian Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Brass
H 79.53 in W 51.18 in D 24.41 in
Early 18th Century Geometric-Front Chest on Chest
Located in Lymington, GB
early part of the 18th century. Very often this attractive geometric form of tall chest, highboy or
Category
18th Century English Queen Anne Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Oak
Art Deco Dry Bar Cabinet with Gold Leaf Doors, circa 1930s, Restored
By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Los Angeles, CA
studio or high-rise executive office. Consider using as a dry bar, curio cabinet, towel and linen highboy
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Gold Leaf
William Savery Attributed Cherry Bonnet-Top High-Boy Bureau, Circa 1750s
By William Savery
Located in Germantown, MD
with a keyed locking drawers in great working condition. All drawers are dovetailed.
Highboys first
Category
Mid-18th Century American Queen Anne Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Brass
Fine Quality Bench-Made Sold Walnut Trifid Foot Georgian Dresser
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
miniature highboy in the Georgian style. The carved trifid feet add a detail rarely seen except on some of
Category
1920s English Georgian Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Small Oak Chest of Five Drawers, Sweden circa 1840-60
Located in Round Top, TX
detract from the beauty nor function of this pine highboy chest of drawers. Notice the stains, gouges and
Category
Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Antique Highboy Furniture
Materials
Oak
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Antique Highboy Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of antique highboy furniture for your home. Frequently made of wood, metal and brass, every item from our selection of antique highboy furniture was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a choice in our collection of antique highboy furniture — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each object in our assortment of antique highboy furniture bearing Georgian, Victorian or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made option in this array of antique highboy furniture over the years, but those crafted by John Widdicomb, Baker Furniture Company and Charles Limbert are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Antique Highboy Furniture?
A piece of antique highboy furniture can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $5,925, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $425,000.
Finding the Right storage-case-pieces for You
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.
In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.
Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.
Questions About Antique Highboy Furniture
- What is a highboy in furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In furniture, a highboy is a chest of drawers that rests on decorative legs. Its name comes from the French word for wood, "bois," which sounds similar to the English word “boy.” On 1stDibs, shop a collection of highboy furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Queen Anne era highboys are part of the American Colonial style of furniture. Ornately constructed and expertly crafted, furniture enthusiasts are always on the lookout for examples of these pieces. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of Queen Anne highboys from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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, 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 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 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 ExpertMay 14, 2024To 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 ExpertAugust 26, 2024To 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.
- 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.
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