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Romanian Bessarabian Rug
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This traditional hand-woven Romanian Bessarabian rug has a shaded aquamarine field of bold
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1920s Romanian Bessarabian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
Turn of the Century Green Romanian Box Bench
Located in Cirencester, GB
but generally in good structural condition.
A fun and useful piece of furniture.
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Early 20th Century Romanian Folk Art Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Pine
Antique Blue Bessarabian Rug from Romania
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This traditional handwoven Romanian Bessarabian rug has an ivory field with a dense floral vine
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Early 20th Century Romanian Bessarabian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
Romanian Petite Hand-Painted Corner Cabinet, circa 1900
Located in Evergreen, CO
Hand-painted in rich, vibrant colors true to Romanian folk art, this petite corner cabinet
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Early 20th Century Romanian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Pine
Rare Romanian 1920’s Troita Popa Slipware Jug
Located in Hastings, GB
Romania, and very few pieces of this size and quality remain intact today.
Wear, nicks and losses in
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1920s Romanian Bohemian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Earthenware
Antique Wool Floral Bessarabian Rug from Romania
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This traditional hand-woven Romanian Bessarabian rug has a shaded dark chocolate overall field with
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Late 19th Century Romanian Bessarabian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
Late 19th Century Bessarabian Rug from Romania
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This traditional handwoven Romanian Bessarabian rug has a charcoal-black field with diagonal rows
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Late 19th Century Romanian Bessarabian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Bessarabian Rug from Romania
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This antique traditional handwoven Romanian Bessarabian rug has a medium-blue field with three
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Early 20th Century Romanian Bessarabian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
Late 19th Century Bessarabian Rug from Romania
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This traditional hand-woven Romanian Bessarabian rug has an inviting beige field of sparse stylized
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Late 19th Century Romanian Bessarabian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
Antique Wool Hand-Knotted Bessarabian Rug from Romania
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This traditional hand-woven Romanian Bessarabian rug has a refined ivory overall field counterposed
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1890s Romanian Bessarabian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
Antique Hand-woven Wool Floral Romanian Bessarabian Rug
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This traditional hand-woven Romanian Bessarabian rug has a bold charcoal field with diagonal rows
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Late 19th Century Romanian Bessarabian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
Hand-Woven Late 19th Century Bessarabian Rug from Romania
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This traditional handwoven Romanian Bessarabian rug has an overall beige field of four by five
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Late 19th Century Romanian Bessarabian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
Antique Hand-woven Wool Floral Bessarabian Rug from Romania
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This traditional handwoven Romanian Bessarabian rug has a charcoal-black field with diagonal rows
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Late 19th Century Romanian Bessarabian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
Antique Romanian Palace Size Rug with Rustic Victorian Style
Located in Dallas, TX
72650, antique Romanian Palace size rug with Rustic Victorian style. Warm and inviting with Old
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Early 20th Century Romanian Victorian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
Antique Original Paint Romanian Blanket Chest Coffer Trunk Church Painting
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning, circa 1900 hand painted Romanian clothes trunk or
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Early 1900s Romanian Late Victorian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Pine
H 18.9 in W 47.05 in D 22.45 in
Antique Romanian Oushak Runner Beige Brown Geometric Rug by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in wool originating from Romania, circa 1880-1890, this antique Oushak runner
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1880s Romanian Oushak Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Romanian Hand Paint/Hand Cut Ruby Bohemian Glass Lamp
Located in Malibu, CA
Early 20th century Romanian gilt and hand paint & hand cut ruby Bohemian table lamp. Marble base
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Late 19th Century Romanian Bohemian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Marble, Crystal, Brass
Antique Romanian Bessarabian Kilim Rug. Size: 9 ft x 12 ft
By Bessarabian
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful antique Bessarabian Kilim rug, country of origin: Romania, date circa mid-19th century
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Mid-19th Century Romanian Bessarabian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
Antique Romanian Bessarabian Kilim Rug. 17 ft 5 in x 34 ft
Located in New York, NY
Antique oversize floral Romanian Bessarabian Kilim rug, country of origin: Romania, circa 1900
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Early 20th Century Romanian Bessarabian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
Antique Romanian Bessarabian Kilim. 12 ft 9 in x 14 ft 3 in
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful antique Romanian Bessarabian Kilim rug, country of origin: Romania, date circa late 19th
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Late 19th Century Romanian Bessarabian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
Antique Map of Romania and Bulgaria Centered on the Danube River
Located in Langweer, NL
Romania and Bulgaria centered on the Danube River. The map is based on Ortelius' map of the region which
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Mid-17th Century Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper
Danube River Incl Serbia, Moldavia, Transylvania, Romania, Bulgaria Etc, ca.1720
Located in Langweer, NL
river from Belgrade in Serbia, along the border between Romania and Bulgaria up to the mouth in the
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1720s Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper
H 20.08 in W 24.41 in D 0 in
Antique Engraved Map of Hungary and Transylvania or Romania, c.1710
Located in Langweer, NL
(modern day Romania), centered on Budapest. Artists and Engravers: Herman Moll (1654 - 1732), was a London
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18th Century Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper
1875 Large Antique Original Paint Romanian Blanket Chest Coffer Trunk + Drawer
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning, extra large circa 1875 hand painted Romanian
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1870s European High Victorian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Pine
H 29.53 in W 51.58 in D 26.78 in
Original Antique Map of Hungary and Transylvania 'Modern Day Romania', C.1710
Located in Langweer, NL
(modern day Romania), centered on Budapest.
Artists and Engravers: Herman Moll (1654 - 1732), was a
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1710s Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper
H 9.45 in W 14.38 in D 0 in
Old Prints of Costumes of Hungary, Tyrol, Sweden, Romania, Holland, Etc., Ca1875
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique costume print including many different costumes including costumes of Hungary, Tyrol, Sweden and others.
This print originates from 'Blätter für Kostümkunde. Historische ...
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1870s Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper
H 14.57 in W 9.45 in D 0 in
Antique Map of Ukraine, Bulgaria, Romania, Servia & Surroundings by N. Visscher
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique map titled 'Exactissima Tabula qua tam Danubii Fluvii Pars Inferior, a Belgrado Urbe usq ad ejus ostia, et minores in eum influentes, Fluvii quam Regiones adjacentes, ut Tran...
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Early 18th Century Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper
H 20.4 in W 24.02 in D 0.02 in
Stunning circa 1900 Antique Original Paint Romanian Blanket Chest Coffer Trunk
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning, circa 1900 hand painted Romanian clothes trunk or
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Early 1900s European Late Victorian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Pine
H 14.77 in W 38.39 in D 17.33 in
Antique 1880 Original Paint Romanian Blanket Chest Coffer Trunk Church Painting
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning, circa 1880 hand painted Romanian clothes trunk or
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1880s European High Victorian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Pine
H 20.28 in W 46.46 in D 22.84 in
circa 1900 Original Paint Romanian Blanket Chest Coffer Trunk Children Pictures
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning, circa 1900 hand painted Romanian clothes trunk or
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Early 1900s European High Victorian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Pine
H 14.18 in W 40.56 in D 20.48 in
Map of Region Near the Baltic Sea, Present Day Bulgaria, Romania & Turkey, c1670
Located in Langweer, NL
the area west of the Baltic Sea, present day Bulgaria, Romania, and Turkey. The map is based on the
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1670s Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper
H 20.08 in W 24.41 in D 0 in
Antique Print of a Romanian Woman from Nettuno 'Italy' by H. Berghaus, 1855
Located in Langweer, NL
This print originates from the second volume of ‘De Volken van den Aardbodem (..)’ by dr. H. Berghaus. Published by G.B. van Goor, Gouda, 1855. Dutch edition.
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Mid-19th Century Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper
H 10.12 in W 6.54 in D 0.02 in
1901 Dated Love Heart Antique Original Paint Romanian Blanket Chest Coffer Trunk
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning, circa 1901 dated hand painted Romanian clothes
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Early 1900s European Edwardian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Pine
H 19.69 in W 47.45 in D 22.64 in
Rustic Antique Hand-Carved Tri Leg Chair
Located in Round Top, TX
This fascinating rustic chair has a traditional tri-leg design with extensive hand-carved details, including scroll work along the seat and names that frame the back. Please examine ...
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Mid-19th Century Romanian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
Large Wabi Sabi Circular Dinning Table Constructed From 19th Century Timber
Located in London, GB
A large circular dinning table made from thick slabs of 19th century Continental beech.
Heavily, Heavily patinated with a dark brown matt wax finish on a Brancusi style base.
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19th Century Romanian Romanian Antique Furniture
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Beech
H 28.94 in W 59.06 in D 59.06 in
antique shepherd’s chest, 1850’s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Low shepherd’s chest with a beautiful appearance and proportions. These chests were made in the same way for centuries. They were decorated with traditional magical geometric symbols...
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1850s Romanian Folk Art Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Beech
beech wabi sabi cabinet, 1850s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Primitive cabinet from Transylvania, made of sawn or hewn beech wood, circa 1850. Two shelves inside. This is a cabinet from a very modest house in the highlands. It is a small mirac...
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1850s Romanian Primitive Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Beech
18th Century Rustic Sofa Table ~ Console
Located in Dallas, TX
18th Century Rustic Sofa Table ~ Console is the perfect choice to provide a surface behind the couch, to place in a hallway or entryway, or serve as a handy yet shallow surface in an...
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Late 18th Century Romanian Rustic Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak
18th Century Rustic Sofa Table ~ Console
Located in Dallas, TX
18th Century Rustic Sofa Table ~ Console is the perfect choice to provide a surface behind the couch, to place in a hallway or entryway, or serve as a handy yet shallow surface in an...
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Late 18th Century Romanian Rustic Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak
Beech Wabi Sabi Cabinet, 1850s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Rare primitive cupboard, Carpathians, circa 1850, early construction, built from sawn or hewn beech wood. Two shelves on the inside. This is a cupboard from a very modest home in the...
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1850s Romanian Folk Art Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Beech
Primitive 19th C. “Hewn” Oak Shelving Unit
Located in London, GB
A wonderfully simple hewn oak shelving unit/cupboard.
Originating from the mountains of Central Europe the unit is constructed entirely of thick hand cut pieces of oak with a hinged...
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1860s Romanian Folk Art Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Oak
Beech wabi sabi cabinet, 1850s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Rare primitive cabinet, Carpathians, circa 1850, early construction, built from sawn or hewn beech wood. A shelf on the inside. This is a cabinet from a very modest home in the highl...
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1850s Romanian Folk Art Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Beech
Primitive 19th C. Bleached Out Transylvanian Mountain Table Wabi Sabi
Located in London, GB
A 19th C. Solid beech table from the mountains of Transylvania.
Heavily patinated thick hand cut hewn top in a bleached-out matt wax finish.
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We offer free shipping to the USA/Ca...
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19th Century Romanian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Beech
H 31.11 in W 59.26 in D 23.82 in
R.J. Horner Style Renaissance Revival Carved Walnut Sideboard or Bar Cabinet, C
By R.J. Horner & Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
of R.J. Horner
Romania, Circa 1890s
Walnut, with carved faces and hunting scenes, and paw feet
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Late 19th Century Romanian Renaissance Revival Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Walnut
H 37 in W 63 in D 26 in
Monumental French Inlaid Rosewood Bronze Figured Vitrine China Cabinet
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
LINGEL KAROLY ES FIAI BUTORGYAR rosewood. Budapest. Inlaid accents. Metal. Figural. 2 beveled glass doors containing 2 glass shelves. 1 wood door containing 1 shelf. Beveled glass mi...
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1890s Romanian Empire Revival Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Bronze
European Burled Wood Veneer Ormolu Marble Top End/Side Tables Glass Cabinet Pair
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
Romania and are of that origin. There Is some minor chipping, repair and blistering of veneer, and nails
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Early 20th Century Romanian Art Nouveau Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood
H 50 in W 18 in D 15 in
XL Primtive Charred Transylvanian Dug-Out Shelves Wabi Sabi
Located in London, GB
An impressive set of dug-out shelves from the Carpathian mountains.
Fashioned from a single piece of beech.
Many age old repairs.
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19th Century Romanian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Beech
Central European Faux Painted Cupboard
Located in Wilson, NC
This Central European faux painted cupboard has exposed double peg construction. The door has a recessed panel framed by beveled sides. The left hand side has three drawers which are...
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1830s Romanian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
Monumental Renaissance Revival Sideboard, Heavily Carved, Mahogany, Branded
Located in Manhasset, NY
Monumental Renaissance Revival Sideboard, Heavily Carved, Mahogany, Branded
A simply stunning ornately carved cabinet telling a story of mermaids, warriors and mythological figures....
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Early 1900s Romanian Renaissance Revival Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
European Glass Door Cupboard
Located in Wilson, NC
European glass door cupboard has traces of the original red paint, the top featuring a broken arch pediment and finial. There are turned applied spindles to the stiles. Six wavy glas...
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1830s Romanian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique Kilim with Floral Design, Circa 1900's
Located in New York, NY
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The Romanian rug from 1900, boasting dimensions of 8'6X11 feet, captures the imagination with its
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Early 20th Century Romanian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
Tuduk Rug Eagle Design
Located in Ferrara, IT
narrative richness of the piece. Crafted most likely in Romania, this Tuduk is not just a rug—it is a window
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Early 1900s Romanian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
XL Late 18th Century Transylvanian Coffer
Located in London, GB
An exceptional heavily patinated hewn beech coffer from Transylvania.
Hand carved klan markings to front.
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We offer free shipping to the USA/Canada through Fedex with this item.
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Late 18th Century Romanian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Beech
Antique Oushak Beige and Blue Wool Runner Geometric Pattern by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Originating from Romania in 1890, this antique Oushak runner is hand knotted in high-quality wool
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1890s Romanian Oushak Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
antique beech shepherd’s chest, 1850’s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Low shepherd’s chest with a beautiful appearance and proportions. These chests were made in the same way for centuries. They were decorated with traditional magical geometric symbols...
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1850s Romanian Folk Art Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Beech
Square Antique Bessarabian Kilim in Light Green with Florals Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in a wool flatweave and originating from Romania, circa 1850-1860, this 9x9 square
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1850s Romanian Bessarabian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
Antique shepherd’s chest, 1850s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Big shepherd’s chest with a beautiful appearance and proportions from around 1850. These chests were made in the same way for centuries. They were decorated with traditional magical ...
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1850s Romanian Folk Art Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Beech
Antique shepherd’s chest, 1820s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Antique shepherd’s chest with geometric decoration from the Carpathian Highlands, ca. 1820. Also called sarcophagus chests or Wallachian chests because of their association with the ...
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1820s Romanian Folk Art Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Beech
Antique Bessarabian Kilim rug in brown, with Floral patterns, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
-century Romania. Its design favors rich brown tones, with elaborate floral patterns and cartouches in a
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1850s Romanian Bessarabian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
Central European Painted Blanket Chest
Located in Wilson, NC
The front of this painted blanket chest has three recessed panels framed with shaped moldings. It retains its original steel lock and working key. The top has two recessed panels fra...
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1830s Romanian Romanian Antique Furniture
Materials
Steel
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Romanian Antique Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of Romanian antique furniture for your home. Frequently made of wood, pine and softwood, every item from our selection of Romanian antique furniture was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a choice in our collection of Romanian antique furniture — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. An object in our assortment of Romanian antique furniture, designed in the Folk Art, Art Deco or Arts and Crafts style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made option in this array of Romanian antique furniture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Demetre Chiparus, Europa Antiques and Lajos Pogany are consistently popular.
How Much is a Romanian Antique Furniture?
The average selling price for a piece of Romanian antique furniture at 1stDibs is $2,350, while they’re typically $111 on the low end and $145,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Romanian 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.
- 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.
- 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, 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 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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell who made your antique furniture, seek out a maker's marking. Locations of these marks vary, but they are generally in an inconspicuous location. For example, a dresser may have the mark inside a drawer or on the back, while a hallmark on a table is often on a leg or under the tabletop. Once you locate a mark, you can use trusted online resources to identify the maker and learn more about them. If you can't find a marking on your piece, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you with the identification process. Explore a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell antique furniture from reproduction, first check for a maker's mark. By researching the maker associated with the marking using trusted online resources, you can determine when they were active. If the company was in business 100 years ago or more, your piece may be an antique, but if the company's history began more recently, your piece is likely a reproduction. If you can't locate a marking, study the details of the furniture up close. Genuine antiques will often show tool marks and slight variations in carved details because they were typically handcrafted. Most contemporary furniture is machine-made, so you won't usually see these types of characteristics. When in doubt, have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your furniture. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique furniture.
- 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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify antique Chinese furniture, look carefully at its details. Chinese craftsmen often built furniture using mortise and tenon joinery, eliminating the need for nails and screws. If you see this type of hardware, your piece is likely not at least 100 years old, especially if the hardware still looks new and shiny. Since antique furniture was handmade, you will normally see slight imperfections, such as tool marks or slight variations in carvings. Pieces that appear completely uniform and pristine are less often genuine antiques.
When present, maker's marks can also be helpful. Research the marks to learn more about when the maker was active and producing pieces like yours. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your furniture for you.
Shop an assortment of antique Chinese furniture. - 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024How old furniture that is called antique can be is typically at least 100 years. People usually call furniture between 20 and 99 years old vintage. Contemporary is the word for furniture manufactured within the last 20 years. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
- 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 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.
- 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.