Is antique brass strong?

Yes, antique brass is strong because it is made with zinc and copper. Brass is considered a strong and durable metal crafted to be long-lasting and withstand rust and corrosion. Shop a selection of antique and vintage brass items on 1stDibs.

How can I tell if brass is antique?

You can tell if brass is treated to appear antique by looking at the patina. Because real aged brass is often made of copper, the older it gets the more likely it is to have a greenish or bluish patina that you’d expect from copper. Modern brass that’s designed to look antique will have a brownish hue, not a blue-green one. Shop a collection of antique brass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How do you know if brass is antique?

Most antique brass items are solid brass. A great way of identifying solid brass antiques is by using a magnet. If you feel a pull, then the item is brass plated and not solid brass. Additionally, few brass antiques display stamps or maker's marks to depict the place and year of manufacturing. Find antique and vintage brass furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.

What color is antique brass?

Antique brass color is a shade mix of a rich, deep brown with golden undertones. The warm, low-luster finish is similar to natural brass. Check out 1stDibs for a range of antique brass decorative objects, furniture, pendants, and much more.

How can I tell if a brass chandelier is antique?

There are a couple points to check in determining if your chandelier is antique. The drops were faceted on both sides, and there also may be daisy-shaped glass buttons. You can also shop a range of chandeliers from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How can you tell if a candle holder is antique brass?

To tell if a candle holder is solid antique brass, you can try placing a magnet on it. Brass is not magnetic, so if there is any attraction, the piece is unlikely to be solid brass. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of candle holders.

How much is an antique brass bed worth?

The price of an antique brass bed depends on the period it belongs to. For example, if your brass bed is from the 1970s and has the least amount of ornamentation, it can cost between $300 to $500. Find antique and vintage brass beds on 1stDibs.

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PORTUGUESE SECRETARY 19th Century in Rosewood

$4,234

H 29.53 in W 55.12 in D 31.5 in

PORTUGUESE SECRETARY 19th Century in Rosewood

Located in Madrid, ES

drawers and one drawer, sides and padded back. Brass hardware. Dim.: 80 x 140 x 75 cm. good conditions

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19th Century Portuguese Renaissance Antique Brass Dimmer

Materials

Wood

RARE ARMORED OFFICE DRAWER Indo-Portuguese, from the 17th century

$18,149 / item

H 13 in W 15.75 in D 4.34 in

RARE ARMORED OFFICE DRAWER Indo-Portuguese, from the 17th century

Located in Madrid, ES

corner reinforcements in golden brass. Period defects. Dim.: 11 x 40 x 33 cm original conditions

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17th Century Portuguese Renaissance Antique Brass Dimmer

Materials

Wood

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Industrial Spotlight

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H 78.5 in W 23 in D 15 in

Industrial Spotlight

Located in Spokane, WA

shown in image 7. Professionally wired with brass dimmer, allowing up to 300 watts. The original

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Early 20th Century American Antique Brass Dimmer

Circus Jester Sculpture with Walnut Ball Lamp

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H 19.75 in W 9 in D 8 in

Circus Jester Sculpture with Walnut Ball Lamp

Located in San Francisco, CA

1880s; now complimented by a walnut base and adjustable, bronze-finished brass lamp stem. Dimmer on

Category

1880s Antique Brass Dimmer

Materials

Metal, Brass

Important Portuguese Table 17th Century in Rosewood

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H 33.47 in W 50.4 in D 28.75 in

Important Portuguese Table 17th Century in Rosewood

Located in Madrid, ES

vine wood, twisted and trembled. Box with three drawers simulating six, turned legs, brass handles

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17th Century Portuguese Renaissance Antique Brass Dimmer

Materials

Rosewood

Dim Sum Brass serving Cart

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H 30 in W 17 in D 15 in

Dim Sum Brass serving Cart

Located in Bedford, NY

Brass octagon shaped glass enclosed cabinet. Removable closed containers hooked to corners - deep

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Early 20th Century Chinese Anglo Raj Antique Brass Dimmer

pair carved jadite lamps

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H 25 in W 4.5 in D 2.5 in

pair carved jadite lamps

Located in Hudson, NY

pair carved jadite lamps on brass filligrie bases / three dim. rings carved on the sides of the

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Brass Dimmer

Materials

Brass

Chippendale Step-Back Cupboard

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H 83 in W 61 in D 20 in

Chippendale Step-Back Cupboard

Located in Sheffield, MA

beaded backboards. It is in very good condition, with no replacements other than the brasses. Circa 1780

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18th Century and Earlier American Chippendale Antique Brass Dimmer

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Famille Verte Porcelain Inkwell by Samson

$1,935

H 3.55 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in

Famille Verte Porcelain Inkwell by Samson

By Samson & Cie

Located in Paris, FR

Small famille verte porcelain inkwell decorated with enameled flowerpots, foliage, and stylized rinceaux. The inkwell is set on a gilt bronze base that is decorated with palmette and...

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Early 20th Century French Chinoiserie Antique Brass Dimmer

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Enamel, Bronze

18th Century Chinoiserie Lacquered Table Mirror

$780

H 15.36 in W 9.06 in D 1.19 in

18th Century Chinoiserie Lacquered Table Mirror

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This unusual table-top 'Psyche' table mirror dates from the 18th century, its wooden frame beautifully crafted from yellow-lacquered wood and decorated with hand-painted chinoiserie ...

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18th Century French Chinoiserie Antique Brass Dimmer

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Mirror, Wood

French 16th/ 17th Century Weathered Oak Renaissance Angel Fragment

$272Sale Price|47% Off

H 5.32 in W 3.94 in D 1.58 in

French 16th/ 17th Century Weathered Oak Renaissance Angel Fragment

Located in Buisson, FR

Beautiful weathered oak winged angel head Renaissance ornament. France, 16/ 17th century. Weathered Measurements include the wooden pedestal.

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16th Century French Renaissance Antique Brass Dimmer

Materials

Oak

Pair of 19th Century French Armchairs in New Bouclé Upholstery .

$5,500 / set

H 34.26 in W 36.23 in D 21.66 in

Pair of 19th Century French Armchairs in New Bouclé Upholstery .

Located in Almelo, NL

Pair of 19th Century French Armchairs in New Bouclé Upholstery This elegant pair of 19th-century French armchairs beautifully embodies the refined craftsmanship and classic design s...

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Mid-19th Century French Biedermeier Antique Brass Dimmer

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Bouclé, Upholstery, Walnut

Antique Dutch Marquetry Toilet Mirror

$3,543

H 32.75 in W 18 in D 10.25 in

Antique Dutch Marquetry Toilet Mirror

Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire

An exceptional Dutch marquetry walnut toilet mirror with flower inlays in bone and woods. Original colour and patina. Attractive shaping to the mirror frame and drawer front. Fitted ...

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1730s Dutch Antique Brass Dimmer

Materials

Walnut

Antique portuguese armchair, late 18th / early 19th century

$2,395

H 42.13 in W 25.2 in D 23.63 in

Antique portuguese armchair, late 18th / early 19th century

Located in Marinha Grande, PT

Spectacular portuguese armchair in carved wood. Late 18th / early 19th century. Solid wooden structure and beautiful carved with lots of details. The original fabric is torn on the s...

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Early 19th Century Portuguese Renaissance Antique Brass Dimmer

Materials

Wood

19th Century Anglo-Indian Carved Ebony Leopard Velvet Settee

$7,800

H 35 in W 68 in D 34 in

19th Century Anglo-Indian Carved Ebony Leopard Velvet Settee

Located in Houston, TX

19th Century Anglo-Indian hand-carved ebony settee upholstered in leopard velvet.

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19th Century Indian Antique Brass Dimmer

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Rosewood

19th Century German Biedermeier Extendable Antique Walnut Dining Room Table

$29,700

H 30.5 in W 87.5 in D 47.25 in

19th Century German Biedermeier Extendable Antique Walnut Dining Room Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An early 19th Century, antique German Biedermeier extendable dining room table with two leaves, made of hand crafted shellac polished, partly veneered Walnut in good condition. The d...

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Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Brass Dimmer

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Industrial Locker Unit

$3,580

H 67 in W 47.75 in D 19.75 in

Vintage Industrial Locker Unit

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

This is an item for lovers of factory elements in interior design. This durable industrial metal locker is in its original finish, authentically tarnished by time. It includes 12 spa...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Industrial Antique Brass Dimmer

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Metal

Large 19th century Flemish carved oak cabinet

$6,525

H 81 in W 61 in D 28.5 in

Large 19th century Flemish carved oak cabinet

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Large 19th century Flemish carved oak cabinet circa 1870. Profusely carved cupboard of grand proportions in the baroque revival taste. Comprising of 2 sections. Understated cornic...

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Late 19th Century Belgian Gothic Revival Antique Brass Dimmer

Materials

Oak

Early 20th Century Chinese Porcelain Bucket Vase, Famille Verte

$3,266

H 7.09 in Dm 7.88 in

Early 20th Century Chinese Porcelain Bucket Vase, Famille Verte

Located in Vigonza, Padua

Beautiful big bucket vase with two steel handles, Famille verte. Excellent decorated with women and young boys in a walled garden and princess on horseback. Elegant precious Chinese...

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18th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Antique Brass Dimmer

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

French 19th century antique writing desk Black Forest hunt Renaissance revival

$3,805

H 48.04 in W 51.97 in D 25.6 in

French 19th century antique writing desk Black Forest hunt Renaissance revival

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

Gorgeous French antique 19th century Renaissance revival / Hunt style Writing desk in carved oak. Marvelous decorated hunt style desk with fox head drawers & barley twisted columns....

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Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique Brass Dimmer

Materials

Oak

French hand carved oak daybed in Empire style

$14,519

H 29.53 in W 91.34 in D 32.29 in

French hand carved oak daybed in Empire style

Located in Meulebeke, BE

France / 1950 / daybed / oak, linen / Mid-century / Empire revival Empire style daybed or chaise longue with linen upholstery. Hand carved in solid oak in France in the 1950s. Thi...

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20th Century French Empire Revival Antique Brass Dimmer

Materials

Linen, Oak

Important Portuguese Table 19th Century in Rosewood

$5,444

H 33.86 in W 36.23 in D 33.86 in

Important Portuguese Table 19th Century in Rosewood

Located in Madrid, ES

MESAPORTUGUESA BUFFET 19th Century of twisted and trembling in rosewood wood. Rectangular shaped top, framed by a shaky frieze, waist with 3 drawers simulating 10, turned legs and b...

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19th Century Portuguese Renaissance Antique Brass Dimmer

Materials

Rosewood

Curious Designer Chair, Unique

$3,932

H 55.52 in W 27.56 in D 53.15 in

Curious Designer Chair, Unique

Located in Berlin, DE

Solid beechwood, carved and gilt gilded. Strak crocheted frame on four curly, also heavily ornate legs. An absolute eye-catcher. Seat and backrest are finished with a historical, cla...

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20th Century Antique Brass Dimmer

Materials

Beech

Daum Nancy French Art Nouveau Cameo Glass Vase

$15,000

H 7.5 in Dm 3 in

Daum Nancy French Art Nouveau Cameo Glass Vase

By Daum

Located in New York, NY

A French Art Nouveau wheel-carved cameo glass vase by Daum, featuring a decoration of blue flowers and light blue and grey stems and leaves on an opaque, mottled white and yellow gro...

Category

1910s French Art Nouveau Antique Brass Dimmer

Materials

Art Glass

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Antique Brass Dimmer For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the antique brass dimmer you’re looking for. An antique brass dimmer — often made from metal, brass and stone — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer antique brass dimmer, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right antique brass dimmer, those designed in Art Deco, industrial and Arts and Crafts styles are of considerable interest. Europa Antiques, Holophane and Jean Boris Lacroix each produced at least one beautiful antique brass dimmer that is worth considering.

How Much is a Antique Brass Dimmer?

The average selling price for an antique brass dimmer at 1stDibs is $3,612, while they’re typically $310 on the low end and $48,000 for the highest priced.

Questions About Antique Brass Dimmer

Is antique brass strong?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, antique brass is strong because it is made with zinc and copper. Brass is considered a strong and durable metal crafted to be long-lasting and withstand rust and corrosion. Shop a selection of antique and vintage brass items on 1stDibs.
How can I tell if brass is antique?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
You can tell if brass is treated to appear antique by looking at the patina. Because real aged brass is often made of copper, the older it gets the more likely it is to have a greenish or bluish patina that you’d expect from copper. Modern brass that’s designed to look antique will have a brownish hue, not a blue-green one. Shop a collection of antique brass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How do you know if brass is antique?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
Most antique brass items are solid brass. A great way of identifying solid brass antiques is by using a magnet. If you feel a pull, then the item is brass plated and not solid brass. Additionally, few brass antiques display stamps or maker's marks to depict the place and year of manufacturing. Find antique and vintage brass furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
What color is antique brass?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
Antique brass color is a shade mix of a rich, deep brown with golden undertones. The warm, low-luster finish is similar to natural brass. Check out 1stDibs for a range of antique brass decorative objects, furniture, pendants, and much more.
How can I tell if a brass chandelier is antique?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
There are a couple points to check in determining if your chandelier is antique. The drops were faceted on both sides, and there also may be daisy-shaped glass buttons. You can also shop a range of chandeliers from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How can you tell if a candle holder is antique brass?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
To tell if a candle holder is solid antique brass, you can try placing a magnet on it. Brass is not magnetic, so if there is any attraction, the piece is unlikely to be solid brass. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of candle holders.
How much is an antique brass bed worth?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
The price of an antique brass bed depends on the period it belongs to. For example, if your brass bed is from the 1970s and has the least amount of ornamentation, it can cost between $300 to $500. Find antique and vintage brass beds on 1stDibs.