How do I identify early American furniture?

To identify early American furniture, you can evaluate your piece on your own or seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Although many pieces from the Colonial era are unmarked, double-checking your furniture for signatures, stamps and labels is still a good first step. Using trusted online resources, you can research any markings to determine if the maker was active in America during the 16th and early 17th centuries. When identifying unmarked furniture, it's generally necessary to consider the style and details of the piece. Due to its handcrafted origins, early American furniture tends to have visible tool marks and irregularities in its carvings. Early American furnishings tended to be simple in style but often had one or two refined details, such as cabriole legs. Looking at images of authentic early American furniture can be helpful when making an identification. On 1stDibs, find a collection of 18th-century American furniture.

What is the early American furniture style called?

The early American furniture style is often called the Colonial style. During the 17th century, American craftsmen drew inspiration from medieval and Renaissance furniture. By the 18th century, the William and Mary style that had emerged in England began to heavily influence the American Colonial style. Characteristics of Colonial-style furniture include turned legs, ornamental carvings and richly finished cherry, walnut and mahogany wood. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Colonial-style furniture.

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Great Early 19th Century American Federal Four Poster Bed and Nightstand

$12,760

Great Early 19th Century American Federal Four Poster Bed and Nightstand

Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR

Presenting a beautifully crafted early 19th-century American Federal Four Poster Bed, an exquisite example of timeless craftsmanship. This bed showcases the elegant and understated s...

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Antique Early 19th Century North American Federal Beds and Bed Frames

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Wood

Antique 19th Century Early American Primitive Cherry Accent Table Nightstand 29"

$720

Antique 19th Century Early American Primitive Cherry Accent Table Nightstand 29"

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Early American 19th century side table. Made of cherry featuring rectangular form with two dovetailed drawers over long turned legs. 19" x 19.5" x 29"h

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Antique Late 19th Century American Colonial Night Stands

Materials

Cherry

Mid Century Early American Style Maple Bedside Chest of Drawers Nightstand

$896Sale Price|25% Off

Mid Century Early American Style Maple Bedside Chest of Drawers Nightstand

By Conant Ball

Located in Germantown, MD

A Mid Century Early American Style Solid Maple Bedside three-drawer Chest of Drawers Nightstand.

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Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Night Stands

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Maple

Antique 19th C. Early American Primitive Cherry Side Accent Table Nightstand 29"

$950

Antique 19th C. Early American Primitive Cherry Side Accent Table Nightstand 29"

Located in Dayton, OH

A beautiful antique early American early 19th century cherry side table. Features a rectangular form with hand dovetailed drawer with turned wooden knob. The table is supported by fo...

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Antique 19th Century American Country Night Stands

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Cherry

Davis Cabinet Co. Chippendale Solid Cherry Wood Nightstand, Circa 1960s

$995

Davis Cabinet Co. Chippendale Solid Cherry Wood Nightstand, Circa 1960s

By Davis Cabinet Company

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful Early American or Colonial Chippendale style nightstand or end table By Davis Cabinet Co.

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Early American Nightstand End Table Single Drawer Oak

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H 30 in W 28 in D 16 in

Early American Nightstand End Table Single Drawer Oak

Located in Stamford, CT

Antique American oak small table, end table or nightstand or ladies desk. This strong and masculine end table or nightstand reminds one of a time long forgotten. The Queen Ann sweepi...

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Vintage 1920s American Colonial End Tables

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Oak

Antique Primitive Early American Cherry Side Accent Table Nightstand 30"

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H 28.5 in W 21.5 in D 18.5 in

Antique Primitive Early American Cherry Side Accent Table Nightstand 30"

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Early American side table. Made of cherry featuring rectangular form with one dovetailed drawer and turned legs. Includes glass top. Dimensions: 21.5" x 18.5" x 28.5"

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Early 20th Century American Classical Night Stands

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Cherry

Antique Early American Primitve Flame Mahogany Side Accent Table Nightstand

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H 29 in W 17 in D 22 in

Antique Early American Primitve Flame Mahogany Side Accent Table Nightstand

Located in Dayton, OH

"Antique Early American side accent or bedside table. Made of flamed mahogany featuring square form, one upper drawer and turned legs. Measures: 29".

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Early 20th Century American Colonial End Tables

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Mahogany

Cassady Furniture Early American Cherry 3-Drawer Dresser Chest Nightstand

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H 30 in W 18 in D 30 in

Cassady Furniture Early American Cherry 3-Drawer Dresser Chest Nightstand

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage Cassady Furniture Co solid cherry dresser, chest or nightstand. An Early American reproduction featuring three dovetailed drawers.

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Vintage 1980s American Colonial Night Stands

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Cherry

Antique Early American Soid Cherry Side Accent Table Nightstand

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H 27.25 in W 21.75 in D 21.75 in

Antique Early American Soid Cherry Side Accent Table Nightstand

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique American side or accent table. Made of cherry featuring square form, one upper drawer and turned legs. Measures: 27".

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Antique 19th Century American Colonial End Tables

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Cherry

Cassady Furniture Early American Cherry Side End Accent Table Nightstand

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H 27 in W 22 in D 18 in

Cassady Furniture Early American Cherry Side End Accent Table Nightstand

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage Cassady Furniture Co solid cherry side table. An early American reproduction featuring one dovetailed upper drawer. Cassady Furniture is out of bowling green Kentucky, circa ...

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Vintage 1980s American Colonial Night Stands

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Cherry

Stickley Brothers Antique Early American Green Lacquered Nightstand, Circa 1920s

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H 30.25 in W 14.25 in D 13 in

Stickley Brothers Antique Early American Green Lacquered Nightstand, Circa 1920s

By Stickley Brothers

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique American Colonial or Country Cottage style nightstand or occasional side table By Stickley Brothers USA, Circa 1920s Solid maple, in original green lacquered an...

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Vintage 1920s American American Colonial Night Stands

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Vintage McMahan Furniture Co. Early American Cherry Side Table Nightstand 28"

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H 28 in W 18.375 in D 18.375 in

Vintage McMahan Furniture Co. Early American Cherry Side Table Nightstand 28"

Located in Dayton, OH

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Cherry

Antique 19th Century Early American Primitive Cherry Accent Table Nightstand 29"

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H 29 in W 19.5 in D 19 in

Antique 19th Century Early American Primitive Cherry Accent Table Nightstand 29"

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Early American 19th century side table. Made of cherry featuring rectangular form with two dovetailed drawers over long turned legs. Dimensions: 19" x 19.5" x 29"h

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Antique Early American Walnut 2 Tier Ribbed Side Accent Parlor Table Nightstand

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H 28 in W 22 in L 28 in

Antique Early American Walnut 2 Tier Ribbed Side Accent Parlor Table Nightstand

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique early American two tier side accent table. Made of walnut featuring ribbed legs, serpentine lower shelf and one dovetailed drawer.

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Walnut

Mid-20th Century Early American Style Dropleaf Side End Accent Table Nightstand

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H 30.5 in W 16.25 in D 24.5 in

Mid-20th Century Early American Style Dropleaf Side End Accent Table Nightstand

Located in Dayton, OH

Mid-20th century Early American style dropleaf side table. Made from mahogany with a cherry stain. Features two drawers and long ribbed / spool legs. Leaves add 10" to each side.

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Mid-20th Century American Colonial Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Mid-20th Century Early American Style Dropleaf Side End Accent Table Nightstand

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H 30.5 in W 16.25 in D 24.5 in

Mid-20th Century Early American Style Dropleaf Side End Accent Table Nightstand

Located in Dayton, OH

Mid-20th century Early American style drop-leaf side table. Made from mahogany with a cherry stain. Features two drawers and long ribbed / spool legs. Leaves add 10" to each s...

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Mid-20th Century American Colonial Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Mahogany

Vintage Willett Maple Nightstand 2-Drawer Early American Country Side Table

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H 28 in W 18 in D 21 in

Vintage Willett Maple Nightstand 2-Drawer Early American Country Side Table

By Willett Furniture Company

Located in Dayton, OH

H. Willett maple nightstand or side table, circa 1960s. Features early American styling with wood knobs and turned legs.

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Vintage 1960s Country Side Tables

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Maple

Antique Early 19th C. American Federal Mahogany Carved Work Table Nightstand

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H 27.5 in W 19 in D 18.25 in

Antique Early 19th C. American Federal Mahogany Carved Work Table Nightstand

Located in Dayton, OH

This antique American Federal or Sheraton-style side / end table or nightstand is crafted from solid mahogany with a rich, dark reddish-brown finish, dating back to the early 1800s, ...

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Antique 19th Century American Federal End Tables

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Brass

Antique American Federal Empire Mahogany Drop Leaf Side Table Nightstand Drawer

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H 29 in W 20 in D 24 in

Antique American Federal Empire Mahogany Drop Leaf Side Table Nightstand Drawer

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique American Federal drop leaf side table. Made of Mahogany featuring two drawers with glass pulls, turned legs and nubby feet. Width of Leaves - 10" Each

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Early 20th Century American Empire Night Stands

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Mahogany

Mahogany One Drawer Banded Inlay Sheraton Federal Nightstand Bedside Table

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H 27.5 in W 20 in D 15 in

Mahogany One Drawer Banded Inlay Sheraton Federal Nightstand Bedside Table

By Stiehl Furniture

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Mahogany one drawer banded inlay Sheraton federal nightstand bedside table by Stiehl. Item features banded drawer front, lower shelf, beautiful wood grain, tapered legs, solid brass ...

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Early 20th Century North American Sheraton Night Stands

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Mahogany

A pair of antique craftsman nightstands in oak, circa 1900

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H 25.75 in W 22 in D 16.25 in

A pair of antique craftsman nightstands in oak, circa 1900

Located in View Park, CA

An antique pair of early craftsman wooden nightstands, circa 1900. In a rich oak with impressive grain, and featuring iron statement hardware as well as graduated molding. One table ...

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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Night Stands

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Pair of Paul Laszlo Elegant Nightstands or End Tables

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H 25.25 in W 19.75 in D 19.25 in

Pair of Paul Laszlo Elegant Nightstands or End Tables

By Paul Laszlo

Located in Westport, CT

Paul Laszlo elegant dark walnut hand rub finish with honey colored long draw pull, double depth draw for storage and open compartment bottom shelf.

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Early 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Walnut, Wood

Antique 19th C. Early American Primitive Walnut Side Accent Table Nightstand 29"

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H 29 in W 22.5 in D 17 in

Antique 19th C. Early American Primitive Walnut Side Accent Table Nightstand 29"

Located in Dayton, OH

A beautiful antique early American mid 19th century walnut side table. Features a rectangular form with hand dovetailed drawer with turned wooden knob. The table is supported by four...

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Antique American Classical Figured Mahogany Nightstand With Rope Carved Legs

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H 31 in W 20.5 in D 13.25 in

Antique American Classical Figured Mahogany Nightstand With Rope Carved Legs

Located in Morristown, NJ

Early 19th c. American Classical figured mahogany nightstand on turned legs.

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Antique Early 19th Century American American Classical Cabinets

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Brass

Antique American Federal Sheraton Curly Tiger Maple Bed Side Table Nightstand

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H 29.75 in W 21.25 in D 16.5 in

Antique American Federal Sheraton Curly Tiger Maple Bed Side Table Nightstand

Located in Dayton, OH

Early American curly maple side table with drawer. Features turned ribbed legs leading to toupie feet and a hand dovetailed drawer with glass faceted knob.

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Early 20th Century Sheraton Side Tables

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Maple

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Nightstands

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H 22.5 in W 22 in D 17 in

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Nightstands

By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville

Located in Denton, TX

Early pair of American of Martinsville nightstands.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

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Wood

19th Century Brass Nightstand Candleholder

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H 7.5 in W 6.5 in D 6.5 in

19th Century Brass Nightstand Candleholder

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fantastic large handled 19th century brass candleholder was used to read at night or next to a nightstand or to be carried around the house.

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Antique Early 19th Century American American Colonial Primitives

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Brass

Art Deco Sculptural Nightstands With Bookmatched Burl Veneer

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H 23 in W 17.5 in D 13.75 in

Art Deco Sculptural Nightstands With Bookmatched Burl Veneer

Located in Philadelphia, PA

These Art Deco Sculptural Nightstands feature stunning bookmatched burl veneer, adding a touch of luxury and sophistication to your bedroom. Crafted with expert attention to detail, ...

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Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Night Stands

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Burl

Pair Of Chinese Chippendale Nightstands Tables Or Cabinets

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H 28.5 in W 16.5 in D 14.5 in

Pair Of Chinese Chippendale Nightstands Tables Or Cabinets

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Pair Of Solid Rosewood Chinese Chippendale Nightstands Tables

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Early 20th Century North American Chinese Chippendale Commodes and Chest...

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Brass

Pair of Nightstands by Russel Wright for Conant Ball

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H 25 in W 14.25 in D 19 in

Pair of Nightstands by Russel Wright for Conant Ball

By Russel Wright, Conant Ball

Located in Dallas, TX

Iconic pair of early 20th century American modernist nightstands featuring drawers with wooden pulls and dovetail joints, designed by Russel Wright for Conant Ball, circa 1940.

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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Wood

Early 1900's American Nightstand (replaced feet)

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H 28.5 in W 17.5 in D 16 in

Early 1900's American Nightstand (replaced feet)

Located in San Francisco, CA

Early 1900's American Nightstand (replaced feet) 17.5"W x 16"D x 28.5"H

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Early 20th Century American Night Stands

English Chippendale Mahogany Four-Poster Bed, Circa 1770

$24,000

H 94 in W 61 in D 76 in

English Chippendale Mahogany Four-Poster Bed, Circa 1770

Located in Charleston, SC

English Chippendale mahogany and deil four-poster bed with decorative bulbous, fluted and acanthus carved post, terminating on squared plinths with Marlboro feet. Bed is queen-size w...

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American Mahogany Classical Acanthus Carved Four Poster Tester Bed. Circa 1815

$36,000Sale Price|40% Off

H 119 in W 82.5 in D 60 in

American Mahogany Classical Acanthus Carved Four Poster Tester Bed. Circa 1815

By Anthony Gabriel Quervelle

Located in Charleston, SC

American mahogany Classical carved four poster bed with molded edge tester, flanking swan necks headboard, acanthus carved bulbous post, original rails, and terminating on brass cup ...

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Antique 1810s American American Empire Beds and Bed Frames

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Brass

Early American Style Stained Fruitwood Side Table

$746Sale Price|25% Off

H 24.75 in W 18 in D 12 in

Early American Style Stained Fruitwood Side Table

Located in Germantown, MD

Early American Style Stained Fruitwood Side Table in great vintage condition. Measures 18" in width x 24.75" in height x 12" in depth

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Late 20th Century American American Colonial Side Tables

Materials

Fruitwood

19th Century Federal Style Mahogany Poster Three Quater Size Bedframe

$1,271Sale Price|25% Off

H 69 in W 55 in D 80.75 in

19th Century Federal Style Mahogany Poster Three Quater Size Bedframe

Located in Germantown, MD

A 19th Century Federal Style Mahogany Poster Three Quater Size Bedframe Measures 55" in width , 80.5" in Height to the top of the posters, Headboard is 50" in height, footboard is 1...

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Antique 19th Century American Federal Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

Charleston True Mahogany Rice Bed, "The Furniture of Charleston" C. 1800-1815

$115,000

H 95 in W 60 in D 86.5 in

Charleston True Mahogany Rice Bed, "The Furniture of Charleston" C. 1800-1815

Located in Charleston, SC

Charleston true mahogany period four-poster rice bed with tapered head posts, removable mahogany head board, fluted decorative carved foot posts with acanthus, rice, ribbon, and tass...

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Antique Early 1800s American American Colonial Beds and Bed Frames

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Mahogany, Satinwood

19th Century Federal Bow Front Mahogany Single Drawer Side Table

$1,121Sale Price|25% Off

H 29 in W 30 in D 19.5 in

19th Century Federal Bow Front Mahogany Single Drawer Side Table

Located in Germantown, MD

A 19th Century Federal Bow Front Mahogany Single Drawer Side Table. Measures 30" in width, 19.5" in depth and 29" in height. Knee height 24.5"

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Federal Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century French Country Walnut Side Table or Nightstand

$1,400

H 27.25 in W 16.5 in D 13 in

19th Century French Country Walnut Side Table or Nightstand

Located in Winter Park, FL

A 19th Century Country French side table, or nightstand, made of solid walnut, with three dovetailed drawers with turned knobs. Good quality and craftsmanship with sturdy tapered leg...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Country Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Traditional Turned Wood Nightstand

$895

H 27.5 in W 19.75 in D 17 in

Vintage Traditional Turned Wood Nightstand

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Embrace the enduring charm of classic American craftsmanship with this handsome vintage traditional nightstand. Expertly constructed from solid wood, this piece showcases a warm, inv...

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Mid-20th Century American Night Stands

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Wood

Antique American Country Farmhouse Maple and Pine Three Drawer Chest Dresser 42"

$1,120Sale Price|20% Off

H 34 in W 42 in D 18 in

Antique American Country Farmhouse Maple and Pine Three Drawer Chest Dresser 42"

Located in Dayton, OH

This early 20th-century chest of drawers features a classic, rustic design beautifully crafted from a combination of maple and pine, giving it a warm, golden-brown wood tone. It is c...

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Early 20th Century American Country Dressers

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Maple, Pine

English Mahogany Four-Poster Gadrooned Tester Bed with Marlboro Feet, Circa 1760

$35,000

H 101 in W 60.5 in D 78.5 in

English Mahogany Four-Poster Gadrooned Tester Bed with Marlboro Feet, Circa 1760

Located in Charleston, SC

English mahogany four-poster bed with gadrooned serpentine tester, carved reeded and floral post and terminating on Marlboro feet with original brass casters. Bed is queen-size. Cust...

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Antique 1760s English George II Beds and Bed Frames

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Mahogany

Early American Style Pine Single Drawer Side Table, Circa 1880s

$896Sale Price|25% Off

H 29 in W 17 in D 24 in

Early American Style Pine Single Drawer Side Table, Circa 1880s

Located in Germantown, MD

An Early American Style Pine Single Drawer Side Table, Circa 1880s Measures 24" in width, 17" in depth and 29" in height

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Early 20th Century Unknown American Colonial Side Tables

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Pine

Antique Queen-Size Carved Four-Poster American Empire Bed, Philadelphia, c 1825

$29,000

H 103 in W 62 in D 91 in

Antique Queen-Size Carved Four-Poster American Empire Bed, Philadelphia, c 1825

Located in INTERLAKEN, NY

An extraordinary American empire four-poster bed in cherry wood from the Philadelphia area that appears in the book, Philadelphia Empire Furniture by Boor. Features an elaborate seri...

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Antique 1820s American Empire Beds and Bed Frames

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Cherry, Poplar

American Sheraton Mahogany Four-Poster Bed, Baltimore, MD, Circa 1830

$24,000

H 92 in W 61 in D 80 in

American Sheraton Mahogany Four-Poster Bed, Baltimore, MD, Circa 1830

Located in Charleston, SC

American Sheraton mahogany four-poster bed with carved floral head board, complimented by carved reeded and turned bulbous floral post. Baltimore, MD, Early 19th century. Bed is Quee...

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Antique 1830s American Sheraton Beds and Bed Frames

Stanley's Distinctive Furniture Collection 5-Drawer Maple Chest of Drawers

$897Sale Price|25% Off

H 48 in W 36 in D 20 in

Stanley's Distinctive Furniture Collection 5-Drawer Maple Chest of Drawers

By Stanley Furniture

Located in Germantown, MD

Beautiful set of Stanley's Distinctive Furniture Collection Maple chest of dfrawers. Properly functioning drawers with dovetail construction. Measures 36" in width, 20" in depth an...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Brass

Empire-style four-poster bed - 19th century

$8,525Sale Price|50% Off

H 100.79 in W 87.01 in D 61.82 in

Empire-style four-poster bed - 19th century

Located in Porto, PT

Empire-style four-poster bed - 19th century. Portuguese, 19th century; made of mahogany wood with gilded bronze appliqués and classical figures. Fluted columns with Corinthian capita...

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Antique 19th Century Portuguese Empire Beds and Bed Frames

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Wood

English Chippendale Cuban Mahogany Foliage Tester Bed with Marlboro Feet, C 1770

$28,000

H 90.5 in W 75 in D 54 in

English Chippendale Cuban Mahogany Foliage Tester Bed with Marlboro Feet, C 1770

Located in Charleston, SC

English Chippendale Cuban Mahogany four poster bed with carved foliage acanthus reeded foot post, tapered head post, serpentine headboard, gadrooned molded edge tester, and resting ...

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Antique 1770s English Chippendale Beds and Bed Frames

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Brass

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$3,450

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By Century Furniture

Located in Dayton, OH

Century Furniture chaise lounge / day bed / fainting couch / settee. Features a tufted diamond upholstery with rolled arms, supported by turned walnut legs with brass castors. Dime...

Category

1990s American Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Giancarlo Mattioli 'Nessino' Table Lamp in White for Artemide

$280 / item

H 8.7 in Dm 12.6 in

Giancarlo Mattioli 'Nessino' Table Lamp in White for Artemide

By Artemide, Giancarlo Mattioli

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Giancarlo Mattioli 'Nessino' table lamp in white for Artemide. With its mushroom shape and bright hues, the Nessino lamp has become a design icon. Introduced in 1967, the Nessino wa...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

2025 Huge Brass Concave Convex 5 Lights Uplighter Pendant

$3,895 / item

H 25 in W 30 in D 30 in

2025 Huge Brass Concave Convex 5 Lights Uplighter Pendant

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier, Gino Sarfatti

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Concave and convex Brass pendant Uplighter with 5 lights . Disc are hand spun with prime quality brass . Solid sturdy hardware and construction . Diameter 30” Lower disc diamet...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers an...

Materials

Brass

Column Chair

$2,000 / item

H 42 in W 17.75 in D 16.5 in

Column Chair

By Micah Rosenblatt

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Column Chair brings a striking architectural silhouette to any space. Solid steel rods transition into scrolls at the top of the chair, evoking classic ionic columns. The flared ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

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Early American Nightstands For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of early American nightstands for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique early American nightstands was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, mahogany and brass. There are all kinds of early American nightstands available, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Mid-Century Modern early American nightstands are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made early American nightstands over the years, but those made by Paul Laszlo, Stiehl Furniture and Willett Furniture Company are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Early American Nightstands?

Early American nightstands can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $640, while the lowest priced sells for $395 and the highest can go for as much as $5,400.

Questions About Early American Nightstands

How do I identify early American furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
To identify early American furniture, you can evaluate your piece on your own or seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Although many pieces from the Colonial era are unmarked, double-checking your furniture for signatures, stamps and labels is still a good first step. Using trusted online resources, you can research any markings to determine if the maker was active in America during the 16th and early 17th centuries. When identifying unmarked furniture, it's generally necessary to consider the style and details of the piece. Due to its handcrafted origins, early American furniture tends to have visible tool marks and irregularities in its carvings. Early American furnishings tended to be simple in style but often had one or two refined details, such as cabriole legs. Looking at images of authentic early American furniture can be helpful when making an identification. On 1stDibs, find a collection of 18th-century American furniture.
What is the early American furniture style called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
The early American furniture style is often called the Colonial style. During the 17th century, American craftsmen drew inspiration from medieval and Renaissance furniture. By the 18th century, the William and Mary style that had emerged in England began to heavily influence the American Colonial style. Characteristics of Colonial-style furniture include turned legs, ornamental carvings and richly finished cherry, walnut and mahogany wood. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Colonial-style furniture.