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Jacobean Chairs
By Jacobean
Located in Asheville, NC
Museum quality Italian renaissance revival pair of carved walnut padded armchairs with barley twist dog-like arm cups have crests adorned with griffons and cartouche. Beautiful red a...
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19th Century European Antique Jacobean Furniture

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Walnut

Antique Jacobean Chairs
Jacobean Chairs
H 52 in W 24 in D 26 in
Antique Small Jacobean Style Turn Carved Walnut Accent Side Chairs - a Pair
By Jacobean
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Small Jacobean Style Turn Carved Walnut Accent Side Chairs - a Pair. Item featured is an
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Early 20th Century Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Walnut

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
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Early 20th Century Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Brass

English Antique Narrow Court Cupboard Golden Oak Country House Hallway Cabinet
Located in London, GB
A strikingly impressive, versatile and extremely rare, narrow antique Jacobean-style light oak
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17th Century British Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Iron

Jacobean Walnut Barley Twist Arm Chair by Kittinger 19th Century
By Kittinger Furniture Company
Located in Southampton, NJ
A beautiful and solid turned walnut Jacobean Barley Twist Armchair by Kittinger Furniture Compan
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Late 19th Century American Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Brass

Berkey & Gay Antique English Jacobean Ornate Carved Walnut Sideboard, 1920s
By Berkey & Gay Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional English Jacobean style sideboard buffet or credenza By Berkey & Gay USA, Circa
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1920s American Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Brass

Jacobean Oak Tavern Table
Located in Essex, MA
Rectangular top with molded edge over a frieze containing a drawer with key and raised on turned legs joined by a turned box stretcher. Flattened bun feet.
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1690s English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique Jacobean Oak Tavern Table
Jacobean Oak Tavern Table
H 30.5 in W 36.75 in D 23.25 in
Jacobean Style Side Chair
Located in Sheffield, MA
Jacobean style side chair having a rectangular padded back and seat, raised on turned legs joined
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19th Century European Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique Jacobean Style Side Chair
Jacobean Style Side Chair
H 34 in W 15 in D 16 in
Jacobean Style Side Chair
Located in Sheffield, MA
Jacobean style side chairs having a rectangular padded back and seat, raised on straight legs
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19th Century Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique Jacobean Style Side Chair
Jacobean Style Side Chair
H 17.33 in W 7.09 in D 7.09 in
Jacobean Tavern Table
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a very good example of a late Jacobean carved oak Tavern table. The generous 30 inch round
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1690s English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

Jacobean Tavern Table
Jacobean Tavern Table
H 28 in Dm 30 in
Berkey & Gay English Jacobean Walnut and Burl Wood Bookcase or Bar Cabinet
By Berkey & Gay Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional English Jacobean style bookcase, china hutch, or bar cabinet By Berkey & Gay USA
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1920s American Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Jacobean Style Oak Bench
Located in Essex, MA
Constructed cleverly using old elements with good rich brown patina. Rectangular single board seat and conforming carved frieze supported on six turned legs joined by box stretchers.
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1880s English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

Jacobean Style Oak Bench
Jacobean Style Oak Bench
H 20.88 in W 70 in D 10.25 in
Antique Berkey & Gay English Jacobean Carved Walnut and Burl Wood Sideboard
By Berkey & Gay Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional English Jacobean style sideboard buffet or credenza By Berkey & Gay USA, Circa
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1920s American Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Antique English Jacobean Carved Burl & Mixed Wood Drop Down Secretary
By Berkey & Gay Furniture
Located in Southampton, NJ
An early 20th C. Jacobean style bar cabinet Secretary with drop down front & three drawers
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Early 20th Century American Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Brass

Jacobean Revival Oak Bench
Located in Essex, MA
Comprising early elements and well executed and authentic looking with a rectangular top over a carved frieze. Turned carved legs with a box stretcher.
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1890s English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

Jacobean Revival Oak Bench
Jacobean Revival Oak Bench
H 20.75 in W 35.88 in D 11.38 in
Jacobean Oak Refrectory Table
Located in Essex, MA
With a rectangular top over a simple frieze raised on turned legs joining a box stretcher.
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1670s English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

Jacobean Oak Refrectory Table
Jacobean Oak Refrectory Table
H 31 in W 95.75 in D 29.75 in
Jacobean Oak Joint Stool
Located in Essex, MA
Rectangular original top over a plain frieze and with turned legs joined by box stretchers.
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1680s English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

Jacobean Oak Joint Stool
Jacobean Oak Joint Stool
H 22.5 in W 17.75 in D 11 in
Jacobean Oak Joint Stool
Located in Essex, MA
Rectangular original top over a lunette carved frieze, and raised on turned legs joined by a box stretcher.
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1680s English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

Jacobean Oak Joint Stool
Jacobean Oak Joint Stool
H 22 in W 18 in D 10.5 in
Jacobean Oak Joint Stool
Located in Essex, MA
Rectangular original seat over a conforming frieze with chip carved detail, raised on turned legs joined by a box stretcher.
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1680s English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

Jacobean Oak Joint Stool
Jacobean Oak Joint Stool
H 20.25 in W 12.75 in D 10.25 in
Jacobean Style Refectory Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
Elizabethan Jacobean style refectory table with carved melon shaped bulbous legs connected with
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Early 20th Century Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Wood

Jacobean Style Refectory Table
Jacobean Style Refectory Table
H 30 in W 70 in D 30 in
Jacobean Style Oak Stool
Located in Essex, MA
Rectangular tops and carved frieze and turned cylindrical carved legs with box stretchers.
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Early 20th Century English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

Jacobean Style Oak Stool
Jacobean Style Oak Stool
H 17 in W 18.13 in D 11.25 in
Jacobean Armchair Oak Hall Chairs, 1870
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Oak Jacobean style arm chair. This chair is raised upon ring turned front legs with ring turned
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1870s Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

Jacobean Style Mahogany & Leather Armchair
Located in Bradenton, FL
A Jacobean style leather chair dating from the late 1800's. Made of mahogany, the seat and back are
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Late 19th Century Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Jacobean Style Mahogany & Leather Armchair
Jacobean Style Mahogany & Leather Armchair
H 48.5 in W 24.25 in D 21 in
Jacobean Oak Coffer
Located in Essex, MA
A fine example of the predecessor of the chest of drawers. These were used in the 16th and 17th century British Isles to store clothing and valuables. Kept in a bedroom and today oft...
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1680s English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Iron

Jacobean Oak Coffer
Jacobean Oak Coffer
H 25 in W 43.63 in D 21 in
17th c. Jacobean Oak Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
A English table from the reign of James II in oak having joined two-plank top with overhanging molded edge on straight front apron with single drawer having central knob pull, and sh...
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17th Century English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

17th c. Jacobean Oak Table
17th c. Jacobean Oak Table
H 28 in W 34.5 in D 21.25 in
Jacobean Oak Coffer
Located in Essex, MA
Nice small proportions with paneled hinged lid over a conforming case with three panels with carved detail, square section legs.
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1680s English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

Jacobean Oak Coffer
Jacobean Oak Coffer
H 24.13 in W 39.25 in D 16.38 in
Jacobean Oak Coffer
Located in Essex, MA
With panelled hinged lid over a case with geometric inlays and carved panels raised on square section legs.
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1680s English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

Jacobean Oak Coffer
Jacobean Oak Coffer
H 26.5 in W 48 in D 22 in
Pair Jacobean Walnut Wing Library Armchairs
Located in Swadlincote, GB
A very nice pair of Jacobean style walnut wing armchairs, feather filled cushions, slight fading to
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Early 20th Century English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Antique Oak Jacobean Style Throne Chair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A handsome English Antique Chair in the Jacobean style with handsome grained Oak, paneled front and
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19th Century English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique Oak Jacobean Style Throne Chair
Antique Oak Jacobean Style Throne Chair
H 46.5 in W 29.75 in D 26.25 in
English Jacobean Walnut Cane Seat
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 8 English Jacobean (17th-18th century) walnut high back chairs with cane seat and back
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18th Century English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Cane, Walnut

English Jacobean Walnut Cane Seat
English Jacobean Walnut Cane Seat
H 55 in W 18 in D 15 in
English Jacobean Walnut Prie-dieu
Located in Queens, NY
English Jacobean style (19th Cent) walnut prie a dieu with swirl supports.
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19th Century British Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Walnut

English Jacobean Walnut Prie-dieu
H 37 in W 24 in D 20 in
English Jacobean Rectangular Oak Side Table
Located in Queens, NY
English Jacobean (17th Century) rectangular rustic oak table with 3-plank overhanging top, incised
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17th Century British Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique Jacobean Carved Oak Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
This elegant and brilliantly carved Jacobean Carved Oak Cabinet originates from the United States
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1890s American Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

Tall Antique Jacobean Style Fireplace
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A tall antique Jacobean style carved oak fireplace with an impressive linen fold panelled
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Mid-19th Century English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Wood, Oak

Tall Antique Jacobean Style Fireplace
Tall Antique Jacobean Style Fireplace
H 87.01 in W 76.38 in D 8.67 in
Jacobean Cane Back Armchairs, a Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of ornately carved Jacobean style armchairs. Back splats are double caned and topped with
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Late 19th Century Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Cane, Wood

Jacobean Cane Back Armchairs, a Pair
Jacobean Cane Back Armchairs, a Pair
H 45 in W 24.75 in D 23.5 in
Late 18th Century Jacobean Style Hall Chair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A late 18th Century Jacobean style Hall chair in deeply stained Oak, peg construction, panel back
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Late 18th Century English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique Jacobean Style Oak Hall Bench
Located in Sheffield, MA
Simple yet stately, this classic Jacobean style English oak carved settle bench is what the English
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Early 19th Century English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

17th Century Jacobean Oak Refectory Table
Located in Essex, MA
Period Early 17th Century English Jacobean Oak Refectory Table. Incredible patina with carved
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Early 17th Century English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

English 17th Century Jacobean Style Stool
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An English Jacobean style solid oak stool or side table made in the late 1600’s is held together
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17th Century English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

English 17th Century Jacobean Style Stool
English 17th Century Jacobean Style Stool
H 21.13 in W 22.5 in D 8.75 in
Jacobean Style Bleached Oak Chest
Located in Bradenton, FL
This is a beautiful English Jacobean style chest constructed using oak and pegged construction
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19th Century English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

Jacobean Style Bleached Oak Chest
Jacobean Style Bleached Oak Chest
H 40.5 in W 50 in D 20 in
Jacobean Style Stained Beech Bobbin Armchair, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Jacobean style bobbin armchair. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s. Solid hand
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Early 1900s Dutch Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Cane, Beech

Antique English Jacobean Oak Chest
Located in Cambridge, US
England, ca. late 17th century. A fabulous antique Jacobean or Charles II style chest on stand
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Late 17th Century English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique English Jacobean Oak Chest
Antique English Jacobean Oak Chest
H 49.25 in W 40 in D 25 in
Victorian Jacobean Revival Carvedornate Throne Chair
Located in Crawley, GB
Carved oak throne high back chair with carved backrest. Each armrest has a carved lion head. The seat and back is upholstered in beautiful original red material and filled with horse...
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1850s British Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

English Jacobean Style Oak Wainscot Armchair
Located in Troy, NY
Open Armchair of typical Wainscot form, the straight paneled back adorned with carved lettering probably documenting family event, wavy armrests with Primitive carved decoration, pan...
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19th Century English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

Stained Beech Jacobean Style Bobbin Armchair, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Jacobean style bobbin armchair. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s. Solid hand
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Early 1900s Dutch Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Rush, Beech

19th Century Jacobean Style Table with Drawer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th Century English Jacobean style table with a single drawer. The rectangular table stand on four
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19th Century English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique English Jacobean Style Mantel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A tall antique Jacobean style carved oak fireplace with overmantel reclaimed from a manor house in
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19th Century English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak, Wood

Antique English Jacobean Style Mantel
Antique English Jacobean Style Mantel
H 90.95 in W 67.33 in D 7.88 in
Jacobean-Revival Stained Oak Centre Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
This English library or sofa table has aprons of stylized leaves carved within repeated half circles, turned legs and stretchers.
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Late 19th Century European Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

Jacobean-Revival Stained Oak Center Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
This English library or sofa table has aprons of stylized leaves carved within repeated half circles, turned legs and stretchers.
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Late 19th Century European Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

19th Century Jacobean Style Oak Dresser
Located in King's Lynn, GB
Here we have a 19th Century Jacobean Style Oak Dresser with 6 brass handled drawers and 2 cupboards
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Late 19th Century British Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

19th Century Jacobean Style Oak Dresser
19th Century Jacobean Style Oak Dresser
H 81.23 in W 62.41 in D 20.67 in
Antique English Jacobean Style Fire Surround
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A tall antique English Jacobean style fire surround dating from the Victorian era, constructed from
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Late 19th Century English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

17th Century Jacobean 3 Plank Oak Refectory Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
17th century oak refectory table. 3 Plank Top all held together with dowels. Table is solid as a rock! Beautiful signs of use and wear, I'm sure some refinishing has happened over it...
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17th Century English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

Jacobean Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Essex, MA
Rectangular top over four paneled graduated drawers with wood knobs. Raised on stile feet.
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1670s English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

Jacobean Oak Chest of Drawers
Jacobean Oak Chest of Drawers
H 36.5 in W 38 in D 23 in
Antique Jacobean Style Carved Oak Fireplace
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A handsome Jacobean style carved oak fire surround. This ornate fireplace features a painted
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19th Century English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique Jacobean Style Carved Oak Fireplace
Antique Jacobean Style Carved Oak Fireplace
H 56.7 in W 64.57 in D 7.88 in
English Jacobean Geometric Molded Chest
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine English 17th century oak chest of drawers having geometric molded drawer fronts and split turned applied decoration, the case of typical two-part construction and standing on 18...
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1680s English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

19th century Jacobean Revival Style Chair, Pair
Located in Savannah, GA
Pair of upholstered armchairs in the Jacobean revival style, circa 1890s. Features include a slight
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1890s English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Antique Jacobean Geometric Style Oak Fireplace
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A sophisticated antique Jacobean wooden fireplace with a usual panelled geometric style frieze
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Late 19th Century English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Wood, Oak

Antique Jacobean Geometric Style Oak Fireplace
Antique Jacobean Geometric Style Oak Fireplace
H 63.59 in W 63.59 in D 3.94 in
Reclaimed Victorian Jacobean Style Fireplace Mantel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An English Victorian Jacobean style fireplace mantel, reclaimed from a house near Salisbury. This
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19th Century English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Wood, Oak

19th Century English Jacobean End Table
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century English Jacobean End Table was hand-crafted by able artisans from indigenous old
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1870s English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Oak

19th Century English Jacobean End Table
19th Century English Jacobean End Table
H 28.5 in W 42 in D 26.5 in
Large Antique Jacobean Dark Oak Fireplace
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large antique Jacobean dark oak fireplace. Dating to circa 1880, this handsome fireplace is of
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Late 19th Century English Jacobean Antique Jacobean Furniture

Materials

Wood, Oak

Large Antique Jacobean Dark Oak Fireplace
Large Antique Jacobean Dark Oak Fireplace
H 48.63 in W 62.41 in D 9.06 in
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Antique Jacobean Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of antique jacobean furniture for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, oak and fabric. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each item from our selection of antique jacobean furniture bearing Victorian, Baroque or Arts and Crafts hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one choice in our collection of antique jacobean furniture that is appealing in its simplicity, but Robert Barker, Thomas Buck and Deykin & Harrison produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Jacobean Furniture?

Prices for a piece of antique jacobean furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $149 and can go as high as $224,583, while the average can fetch as much as $2,993.
Questions About Antique Jacobean Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Jacobean style furniture is a term that defines all English style furniture from the time of King James to that of King James II. Furniture in this style tends to have a certain 3D fullness and often features deeply carved wood. Embellishments include marine motifs as well as mother-of pearl.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, 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, 2024
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    A piece of furniture is considered an antique if it is at least 100 years old.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    Many 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, 2021
    Antique 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, 2024
    Whether 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, 2024
    To 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, 2021
    There 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, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    To 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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    How 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 ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The 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
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    PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020

    To 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, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    To 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.