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Japanese Bench
By AFM
Located in Highland, IN
Quality Furniture in Japan it has a hand-hewn quality and the understated design reminds us of the elegant
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Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Jute, Wood

Japanese Bench
Japanese Bench
H 15.25 in W 70 in D 22.5 in
XIX Century "Meiji" Japan lacquerd wood flowerpot
By Japanese Studio
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Very nice lacquered wood flowerpot Circa 1890-1900 Japan
Category

Antique 1890s Japanese Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Lacquer

Byobu- Japanese Folding Screen Gold Leaf
By Japanese Studio
Located in Brescia, IT
Japanese six-panel screen from the Kano school: Japanese landscape with an elegant crane. Hand
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Paintings and Screens

Materials

Gold Leaf

Byobu- Japanese Folding Screen Gold Leaf
Byobu- Japanese Folding Screen Gold Leaf
H 67.33 in W 148.43 in D 0.79 in
Japanese Folding Screen Landscape paint on Gold Leaf Six Panels
By Japanese Studio
Located in Brescia, IT
schools of Japanese painting. The style was consolidated by the brothers Ogata Korin (1658–1716) and Ogata
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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens

Materials

Gold Leaf

Japanese Meiji Dressing Stand with Mirror Black Lacquer
By Vintage Japanese Monochrome
Located in Valladolid, ES
. Resting of the frame is the Japanese traditional handheld mirror with auspicious embossed design of
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Antique 1880s Dutch Meiji Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Found Wood Scholar’s Object
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A dramatic and beautifully timeworn Japanese Wood Sculpture in vaguely anthropomorphic form
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Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Japanese Found Wood Scholar’s Object
Japanese Found Wood Scholar’s Object
H 23.5 in W 12.25 in D 7.5 in
Organic Japanese Wood Coffee Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
Organic hand made Japanese wood coffee table, Japan, circa 1950s. Constructed of a wood slab top
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Vintage 1950s Japanese Japonisme Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Organic Japanese Wood Coffee Table
Organic Japanese Wood Coffee Table
H 16 in W 36 in D 19.5 in
Japanese Natural Wood Stand
Located in Hudson, NY
Hand-carved Japanese natural wood stand.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Furniture

Japanese Natural Wood Stand
Japanese Natural Wood Stand
H 31 in W 11 in D 10 in
Vintage Japanese Abstract Wood Sculpture
Located in Oakland, CA
Fantastic vintage abstract hand-crafted wood sculpture by unknown Japanese artist c1970s. Purchased
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Vintage 1970s Japanese Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique Exhibition stand Solid wood Zelkova wood Wabi-Sabi
Located in Chiba, Chiba
This is an old Japanese display stand. It is made from a block of zelkova wood. Perfect for
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Furniture

Materials

Wood

Wood Planter from Japan, 1930s
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Substantial round wood planter with a copper insert.
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Wood

Japanese keyaki Wood Modern Dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
pulls with masonite boards inside the drawers and Japanese pine wood shelves. Original vintage
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Modern Dressers

Materials

Wood

Japanese Wood Soroban Abacus, 1940s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A hand-made wooden Soroban or Abacus, Japan, circa 1945-1952. A student abacus, made of wood
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Vintage 1940s Japanese Japonisme Games

Materials

Wood

Japanese Carved Wood Mask of Tengu
Located in Astoria, NY
Japanese hand carved and painted wood mask of Tengu, the legendary Japanese folk religion creature
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Vintage 1920s Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Japanese Carved Wood Mask of Tengu
Japanese Carved Wood Mask of Tengu
H 12 in W 8 in D 5.5 in
Antique Japanese Wood Miniature Mask Netsuke
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Antique Japanese Wood Miniature Mask Netsuke, an unsigned work depicting Hannya, the female horned
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Japanese Library Furniture - Shou Sugi Ban Technique
By Societé anonyme francaise
Located in TARBES, FR
Japanese Library Furniture - Shou Sugi Ban Technique Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of
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1990s Japonisme Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Hiroyuki Nishimura Furniture Sculptural Wood Stool10-09 Tribal Glamping
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
unable to use anything, these woods are unsuitable material for furniture, or architectural use, cannot
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2010s Japanese Tribal Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Set of Three Japanese Wood Netsukes
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of three Japanese netsukes carved out of wood with a reddish stained finish, appear to be circa
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Japanese Carved Wood Torcha, 19th Century
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A wonderfully hand carved and lacquered Japanese 19th century (51" high) figure of a Samurai.
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Antique 1890s Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Japanese Katakuch Wood bowl / Mingei Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
carefully selected range of old Japanese items. We have seen tens of thousands of items. Based on this
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Antique Meiji Period Japanese Wood Planter
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Meiji Period Japanese Planter in carved wood, featuring mother of pearl butterfly and floral insets
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Antique 1870s Japanese Meiji Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Wood

Antique Meiji Period Japanese Wood Planter
Antique Meiji Period Japanese Wood Planter
H 8 in W 11.25 in D 11.25 in
Antique Meiji Period Japanese Wood Planter
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Meiji Period Japanese Planter in carved wood, featuring mother of pearl butterfly and floral insets
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Antique 1870s Japanese Meiji Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Wood

Antique Meiji Period Japanese Wood Planter
Antique Meiji Period Japanese Wood Planter
H 8 in W 11.25 in D 11.25 in
Antique Japanese Lacquered Wood Wabi-Sabi Bowl
Located in Atlanta, GA
embodies this enduring Japanese concept. Made from an ancient piece of wood that is characterized by
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Lacquer

Materials

Wood

Antique Japanese Buddhist Lacquered Wood Temple Stand
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Antique Japanese Lacquered Wood Temple Stand. An open panel style rectangular table with black
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Japanese Segmented Wood Fish
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A well made and decorative Japanese Mid Century segmented and angle cut Wood Fish for wall hanging
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique Wood Cabinets, Wabi Sabi, Japandi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
reinterpret high-quality Japanese furniture from the Taisho period, a fusion of Western culture and Japanese
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Japanese antiques wood table /wabi-sabi table / primitive wood table /
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
The table is made by combining an old Japanese stump with a newly made tabletop. The wooden
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Primitive Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage Traditional Japanese Kokeshi Wood Doll
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Kokeshi or Kokashi doll handmade by Japanese artisans from wood. The dolls have a simple trunk as
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Late 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Hand Painted Wood Japanese Traditional Kokeshi Doll
Located in Barcelona, ES
by Japanese artisants from wood. Have a simple trunk as a body and an enlarged head. One
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Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Japanese Hand Carved Dark Wood Export Monkey Armchair
Located in San Diego, CA
Japanese hand carved dark wood export monkey armchair, circa 1940s. This antique Japanese armchair
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20th Century Japanese Chairs

Materials

Wood

Vintage Japanese Netsuke Figure Bulldog Japan Detailed Carved Wood Dog Figurine
Located in Greer, SC
Finely crafted vintage hand carved wood netsuke figure. Beautifully detailed featuring a scene with
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Other Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Japanese Wood Netsuke " The Beast", Meiji Era
Located in Norton, MA
A Japanese Antique carved netsuke "The Beast" dated around the late 19th to early 20th century.
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Japanese Wood and Stone Wabi Sabi Sculpture
Located in Stamford, CT
Japanese wood root and stone Wabi Sabi - "The Acceptance of Transience & Imperfection" sculpture
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Hiroyuki Nishimura and Zogei Furniture Sculptural Wood Stool11 Tribal Glamping
By Zougei
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
, these woods are unsuitable material for furniture, or architectural use, cannot help just being waste
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2010s Japanese Tribal Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Hiroyuki Nishimura Furniture Sculptural Wood Side Table 2 Tribal Glamping
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
works are unable to use anything, these woods are unsuitable material for furniture, or architectural
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2010s Japanese Tribal Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Hiroyuki Nishimura Furniture Sculptural Wood Side Table 1 Tribal Glamping
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
works are unable to use anything, these woods are unsuitable material for furniture, or architectural
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2010s Japanese Tribal Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Japanese Tana 'Tea Cabinet' Made of Keyaki Wood
Located in Hudson, NY
Keyaki wood is a treasured and protected wood in Japan. The cabinet is decorated with cut forms of
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Furniture

Materials

Wood

Hiroyuki Nishimura and Zogei Furniture Sculptural wood Stool12 Tribal Glamping
By Zougei
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
anything, these woods are unsuitable material for furniture, or architectural use, cannot help just being
Category

2010s Japanese Tribal Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Japanese old wood stand / Exhibition stand wabi-sabi / primitive wood stand /
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
the display stand are old ones that were used on Japanese railroad tracks, and the surface has changed
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Primitive Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique Side table Coffee Table Oak wood Japandi
Located in Chiba, Chiba
This is an old Japanese side table. It is made from oak wood. The aged oak wood has a dark color
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Furniture

Materials

Wood

Japanese Kokeshi Wood Dolls, Signed, Pair
Located in New York, NY
A pair of authentic signed Japanese Kokeshi wood dolls, circa mid-20th century, Japan. Dolls shapes
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Edo Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Japanese Kokeshi Wood Dolls, Signed, Pair
Japanese Kokeshi Wood Dolls, Signed, Pair
H 14.5 in W 3.75 in D 3.63 in
Japanese Hand Carved Wood Koi Fish Sculpture 1920
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Japanese Hand Carved Wood Koi Fish. Small Hand Carved Wood Japanese Koi Fish Sculpture. Antique
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Vintage 1920s Japanese Anglo-Japanese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Japanese Single Wood Panel: Lacquered Wild Grasses
Located in Hudson, NY
Beautiful fine detail of a variety of wild grasses. Lacquer on wood panel with carved surface and
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20th Century Japanese Paintings and Screens

Materials

Metal

Japanese Antique Wood Juicer, Ric.00033
Located in Norton, MA
Japanese made entirely from wood, this antique was used mainly as a juicer for fruits. L:25in
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Early 20th Century Japanese Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Wood

Early Japanese Hinoki Wood Sculpture of Bishamon
Located in Hudson, NY
Early Japanese Hinoki wood sculpture of Bishamon. Kamakura period (1185 - 1333) sculpture made from
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Antique Japanese Painted Wood Vase with Elephants
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Antique Japanese Meiji period wood vase or vessel with striking aged yellow paint and decorated
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Vases

Materials

Wood

Taisho Period Japanese Stained Wood Stand
Located in Germantown, MD
A Taisho Period Japanese Stained Wood Stand. Great for planter. 17"W x 17"D x 26H
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Early 20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Hardwood

Two-panel screen
By Japanese Studio
Located in Brescia, IT
Modern two-panel screen with white peonies. Hand-painted on vegetable paper. Very fresh work that is easy to incorporate into design furniture. Very good state of preservation, sig...
Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Paintings and Screens

Materials

Wood, Paper

Two-panel screen
Two-panel screen
H 50.4 in W 42.13 in D 0.79 in
Hiroyuki Nishimura and Zogei Furniture Sculptural wood Chair glamping
By Hiroyuki Nishimura, Zougei
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
works are unable to use anything, these woods are unsuitable material for furniture, or architectural
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2010s Japanese Tribal Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique Chair Cherry Wood 1950s-1960s Primitive Japandi
Located in Chiba, Chiba
This is an old Japanese dining chair. The frame is made of cherry wood. The pattern on the backrest
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Furniture

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique Chair Oak Wood 1950s-1960s Primitive Japandi
Located in Chiba, Chiba
This is an old Japanese dining chair. The frame is made of oak. The natural color of the wood makes
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Furniture

Materials

Wood

Phillip Jeffries Palazzo Pine Portico Wood Veneer Wallcovering, Japan.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Phillip Jeffries Palazzo Pine Portico Wood Veneer Wallcovering, Japan. Authentic wood veneer and
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Wallpaper

Materials

Wood

Early 19th Century Japanese Wood Noh Mask
Located in Hudson, NY
Early 19th century Japanese wood noh mask, This mask comes in its original kiri wood storage box
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Antique 1810s Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Gesso, Wood

Japanese Antique Wood Hanger rack, Wabi Sabi, Japandi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
images. - About Us - Based in Japan, we reinterpret high-quality Japanese furniture from the Taisho
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Japanese wood table /wabi-sabi table / primitive table / exhibition wood table
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
is made of the same wood, and it has three legs, so it is very strong and sturdy. The surface
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Primitive Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Japanese Wood "Shikami" Mask, Noh Theater, Late 1970s
Located in New York, NY
A superb Noh theater mask, hand-carved in sturdy Japanese cypress wood. The character it represents
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Vintage 1970s Japanese Showa Masks

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Japanese Carved and Lacquered Wood Shogun, Edo Period, 19th Century, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
An unusual Japanese carved wood, lacquer, and gilt decorated portrait sculpture of a shogun, Edo
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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Japanese Teak Wood Tray Modern Minimalist
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Japanese teak serving tray, Midcentury Modern design period, circa mid-20th century
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Teak, Wood

Japanese Teak Wood Tray Modern Minimalist
Japanese Teak Wood Tray Modern Minimalist
H 1 in W 19.94 in D 11.32 in
Japanese Antique Block Wood 1950s-1960s Object Rustic Japandi
Located in Chiba, Chiba
This is an old Japanese wood block. I think a square object would be good as an art object or as an
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Japanese Lacquered Wood Sho Kannon, Momoyama/Edo Period, 17th Century, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
A tall and impressive Japanese carved and black lacquered figure of Sho Kannon Bosatsu, Momoyama or
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Antique Mid-17th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

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Wood Japanese Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of wood Japanese furniture on 1stDibs. A piece of wood Japanese furniture — often made from wood, metal and paper — can elevate any home. Find 2931 options for an antique or vintage item from our selection of wood Japanese furniture now, or shop our selection of 159 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the choice in our collection of wood Japanese furniture you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. An object in our assortment of wood Japanese furniture is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. A well-made option in this array of wood Japanese furniture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Hiroyuki Nishimura, Zogei and Finn Juhl are consistently popular.

How Much is a Wood Japanese Furniture?

The average selling price for a piece of wood Japanese furniture at 1stDibs is $2,384, while they’re typically $45 on the low end and $969,714 for the highest priced.
Questions About Wood Japanese Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Japanese wood carving is an art form in which artists produce intricate figurines and other objects by cutting and shaping blocks of zelkova, camphor or paulownia wood. In Japanese, the artwork is known as inami. Find a selection of Japanese wood carvings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Japanese-style furniture is furniture done in the style of traditional Japanese pieces. It often includes materials like bamboo, wood, rice straw and paper. You may also see furniture produced by Japanese designers and artisans described with the term. Find a range of Japanese-style furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Bleaching furniture is quite easy as a process. Pour bleach onto a rag and wipe it evenly onto the wood, as if applying to a counter until the bleach feels dry. To achieve a lighter color, simply repeat.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Many companies make wood furniture. In fact, wood is one of the most commonly used materials for furniture construction. Some well-known makers include Hans J. Wegner, Stephanie Odegard Collection, Andrianna Shamaris, Stickley Furniture, Bassett Furniture, Baker Furniture Company and Cassina. Find a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary wood furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Bocote is the most expensive wood for furniture.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    The woods used in making furniture are categorized as softwood, which comes from evergreens; hardwood, from trees like oak, ash and mahogany; or hard & soft, referring to maple wood, which comes in both a soft and a hard variety.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To see if your furniture is cherry wood, take a look at the grain. Cherry has a simple, closed grain, similar to maple wood. Shop a collection of cherry wood furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The best wood for rustic furniture can be cedarwood. It not only adds rich crimson hues to rustic log furniture, but it also boosts rot resistance and acts as a natural insect repellent. The dense knots in cedar add to the rustic log furniture's natural appearance. This sort of wood is both long-lasting and cost-effective. It can withstand temperature and moisture variations, making it less likely to expand or contract in response to humidity. In humid regions, it holds up nicely. Shop a variety of cedar furniture today on 1stDibs.
  • Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

    The two most revered and expensive woods in classical Chinese furniture are huanghuali (黄花梨)  and zitan (紫檀)

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Yes, most Bassett furniture is solid wood. The American furniture maker sources Appalachian hardwoods like cherry, oak and maple to use in its furniture. To ensure quality, all pieces are built by hand with techniques passed down from carpenters working in Appalachia during the 18th century. Explore a diverse assortment of Bassett furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Whether Pulaski furniture is solid wood depends on the piece. Many of the American furniture maker's pieces feature solid wood construction. However, others are wood veneers over a wood base. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Pulaski furniture from some of the world's top dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Ercol furniture makes pieces out of a variety of hardwoods. Some popular materials include ash, walnut, elm, beech and oak. Typically, the company sources wood from North America and Europe. On 1stDibs, you can find a selection of Ercol furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    Yes, alder wood is good for furniture. Many people find its knotty appearance to be visually appealing, making it a popular pick for farmhouse and rustic-style pieces. Alder wood's hardness allows furniture produced from it to be sturdy and durable, and the material is economically priced compared to some other hardwoods. Find a range of alder wood furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Yes, maple is a good wood for furniture. The hardness and density of the material make for sturdy furniture that can hold up to the effects of regular use. In addition, many people find the natural grain patterns of maple wood to be visually appealing. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of maple wood furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, in fact, pecan wood has been used for furniture, cabinetry and even in making certain tools. Pecan wood is durable and only moderately heavy. Shop a collection of pecan wood furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Teakwood is a type of wood popularly used in Indonesian furniture. It is a tropical hardwood mainly used in Java, Indonesia, that can grow up to 130 feet tall. Shop a collection of Indonesian furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Drexel Furniture was known for the use of oak wood, native to the area in North Carolina where the company was based. Their attention to quality and detail highlighted the beauty of the wood they used. Browse a variety of Drexel Furniture pieces from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    Yes, oak wood is good for furniture. Due to its density, oak furniture is sturdy and can stand the test of time. The wood is also fairly resistant to rot, mold and mildew, especially when given a protective finish. As a result, it can even be used to make outdoor furniture. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of wood furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    The best known Liberty furniture is made of solid wood. Long before Liberty became one of London’s most iconic luxury department stores, 19th-century shoppers knew it as Liberty & Co. — purveyors of fine silverware designed in the Art Nouveau style, Arts and Crafts-style furniture and an eclectic assortment of ornaments, fabrics, fashion and other goods from around the world. Liberty & Co. also had a furniture workshop in Archway, London, run by Lawrence Turner and which employed carpenters to produce handcrafted, Arts and Crafts-style armchairs, stools, bookcases, cabinets, side tables and other furniture. Most of these high-quality and durable pieces were indeed made of solid wood such as oak, mahogany and walnut. In addition to their own in-house creations, Liberty & Co. also sold furniture by other designers, including chairs by German architect Richard Riemerschmid. Find antique Liberty & Co. furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Whether Bernhardt furniture is solid wood or not varies from piece to piece. The furniture maker does use solid hardwoods to produce the frames of some of its upholstered goods and instead employs plywood and engineered wood for frame construction. Many of Bernhardt's other furnishings feature wood veneers rather than solid wood. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Bernhardt furniture.