How can you tell if a chest is antique?

To tell if a chest is antique, first examine its materials and details carefully. An antique chest is one produced 100 years ago or more. This generally predates the use of engineered wood, particleboard, plastics and other synthetic materials. As a result, an antique chest usually features solid wood construction.In addition, antique chests are likely to be handmade, so you should be able to spot subtle signs that indicate this, such as tool marks and small irregularities in any carvings. If a piece looks flawless and regular, it is unlikely to be antique. Locating a maker's mark and then researching when the manufacturer was active can also help you date your chest. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer to learn more about your chest.On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique chests.

How do I identify an antique chest of drawers?

To identify an antique chest of drawers, look inside and beneath drawers and on the back and bottom for any type of maker's marking. Researching these marks using trusted online resources may allow you to determine who produced your chest and roughly date your piece. If your chest is at least 100 years old, it is an antique. Should you be unable to locate the maker's marks, look at the hardware. Rose head nails, one-piece cast brass pommels on the drawer handles and circular rather than hexagonal bolts may all indicate that a piece is an antique. Keep in mind that hardware may have been replaced at some point and that there are many reproductions of antique furnishings. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer complete the identification process if you're unable to identify your chest via the maker's markings. Find a range of antique chests of drawers on 1stDibs.

Antique Chest With Paintings

French School Masters

Wedgwood Heart Trinket

Chubb Safe

$3,600

H 34.25 in W 41 in D 22.25 in

Antique Painted Pine Chest

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

ANtique pine chest with new boat painting of Plymouth Belle 1895

Category

Early 20th Century English Blanket Chests

Antique Painted Pine Chest

$1,450

H 20.75 in W 37.375 in D 18.625 in

Painted Mongolian Chest

Located in San Francisco, CA

Antique Mongolian side chest with original circular painting on the red doors and black lacquer

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Cabinets

Painted Mongolian Chest

$2,650

H 33.25 in W 41.5 in D 16.75 in

Antique Chinese Chest with Primitive Paintings

Located in SOMIS, CA

Unique chest features Primitive Folk Art paintings on the door. The images are depictions of a

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique Chinese Chest with Primitive Paintings

$1,880

H 39.25 in W 56.75 in D 21.25 in

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Antique Chest With Paintings For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of antique chest with paintings available for sale. Each of these unique antique chest with paintings was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and softwood. There are 197 antique and vintage antique chest with paintings for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 4 modern editions to choose from as well. Antique chest with paintings have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Antique chest with paintings bearing louis xv or folk art hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Antique chest with paintings have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Tiffany & Co., Stephanie Odegard Collection and Emile Gallé are consistently popular.

How Much are Antique Chest With Paintings?

Antique chest with paintings can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,927, while the lowest priced sells for $375 and the highest can go for as much as $294,255.

Questions About Antique Chest With Paintings

How can you tell if a chest is antique?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
To tell if a chest is antique, first examine its materials and details carefully. An antique chest is one produced 100 years ago or more. This generally predates the use of engineered wood, particleboard, plastics and other synthetic materials. As a result, an antique chest usually features solid wood construction.

In addition, antique chests are likely to be handmade, so you should be able to spot subtle signs that indicate this, such as tool marks and small irregularities in any carvings. If a piece looks flawless and regular, it is unlikely to be antique. Locating a maker's mark and then researching when the manufacturer was active can also help you date your chest. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer to learn more about your chest.

On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique chests.
How do I identify an antique chest of drawers?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
To identify an antique chest of drawers, look inside and beneath drawers and on the back and bottom for any type of maker's marking. Researching these marks using trusted online resources may allow you to determine who produced your chest and roughly date your piece. If your chest is at least 100 years old, it is an antique. Should you be unable to locate the maker's marks, look at the hardware. Rose head nails, one-piece cast brass pommels on the drawer handles and circular rather than hexagonal bolts may all indicate that a piece is an antique. Keep in mind that hardware may have been replaced at some point and that there are many reproductions of antique furnishings. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer complete the identification process if you're unable to identify your chest via the maker's markings. Find a range of antique chests of drawers on 1stDibs.