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Dutch Colonial Indonesian Cane and Wood Plantation Chair with Extending Arms
Located in Yonkers, NY
impeccable craftsmanship and attention to detail that define Dutch Colonial Indonesian furniture. These
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Dutch Colonial Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Cane, Wood
$2,900
H 37 in W 28.5 in D 44 in
Antique Indonesian Maduran Red Painted & Gilded Tall Cabinet or Storage Chest
Located in Topeka, KS
very common to traditional Indonesian furniture particularly the intricate ornamental details, rich red
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19th Century Indonesian Anglo Raj Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood, Giltwood, Paint
$4,995
H 89.25 in W 39.5 in D 19.5 in
Indonesian Wood and Bone Kris Dagger, Indonesia
Located in Leuven , BE
Indonesian Wood and Bone Kris Dagger, Indonesia
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Metal
Indonesian Pedestal Table
Located in San Marino, CA
Indonesian pedestal table 54-inch diameter with intricate hand carving on base.
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
Indonesian 'Wayang Kulit" Shadow Puppet, Java, Indonesia, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
from the island of Java, Indonesia. These puppets were used to tell dramatic mythological stories. They
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
$436 Sale Price
20% Off
H 30.71 in W 16.54 in D 0.02 in
Indonesian 'Wayang Kulit" Shadow Puppet, Java, Indonesia, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
from the island of Java, Indonesia. These puppets were used to tell dramatic mythological stories. They
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
$320 Sale Price
20% Off
H 15.75 in W 9.06 in D 0.02 in
Indonesian 'Wayang Kulit" Shadow Puppet, Java, Indonesia, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
shadow puppet show originating from the island of Java, Indonesia. These puppets were used to tell
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
$436 Sale Price
20% Off
H 18.51 in W 17.33 in D 0.02 in
Indonesian 'Wayang Kulit" Shadow Puppet, Java, Indonesia, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
puppet shows, a type of shadow puppet show originating from the island of Java, Indonesia. These puppets
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
$436 Sale Price
20% Off
H 15.75 in W 13.39 in D 0.02 in
Indonesian 'Wayang Kulit" Shadow Puppet, Java, Indonesia, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
shadow puppet show originating from the island of Java, Indonesia. These puppets were used to tell
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
$596 Sale Price
20% Off
H 26.38 in W 13.78 in D 0.02 in
Indonesian 'Wayang Kulit" Shadow Puppet, Java, Indonesia, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
shadow puppet show originating from the island of Java, Indonesia. These puppets were used to tell
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
$516 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 18.51 in W 10.24 in D 0.02 in
Indonesian 'Wayang Kulit" Shadow Puppet, Java, Indonesia, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
shadow puppet show originating from the island of Java, Indonesia. These puppets were used to tell
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
$516 Sale Price
20% Off
H 22.05 in W 11.82 in D 0.02 in
Indonesian 'Wayang Golek" Shadow Puppet, Java, Indonesia, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
) end happily. The Wayang Golek is one of the oldest and most refined forms of Indonesian puppetry.
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$436 Sale Price
20% Off
H 15.75 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in
Indonesian 'Wayang Golek" Shadow Puppet, Java, Indonesia, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
) end happily. The Wayang Golek is one of the oldest and most refined forms of Indonesian puppetry.
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood, Fabric
$516 Sale Price
20% Off
H 23.63 in W 4.73 in D 4.73 in
Antique Indonesian Garuda brass bell
Located in Chonburi, TH
This Antique Indonesian Garuda brass bell is a truly exceptional piece that embodies the
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique Print with Various Furniture of Timor ‘Indonesia’, Temminck, circa 1840
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print titled 'Sirie-Doozen en ander huisraad der Timorezen'. This print originates from 'Verhandelingen over de natuurlijke geschiedenis der Nederlandsche overzeesche bezitti...
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Mid-19th Century Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Paper
$532
H 17.72 in W 12.21 in D 0.02 in
Wonderful 19th Century Indonesian Bench.
Located in Middleburg, VA
A distinctive example of vernacular Indonesian craftsmanship, this 19th-century bench was carved
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19th Century Indonesian Rustic Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Teak
Coral Grinding Wheel from Indonesia
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Coral
Indonesia
19th century
15 x 15 x 2.5 in. / 38 × 38 × 6 cm
Height on custom display stand
Category
19th Century Indonesian Other Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Coral
20th Century Indonesian Carved Coffret
Located in Opole, PL
We present you a big coffret in the shape of a book.
It is from before the year 1939.
This item is made of exotic wood, and the outer surface is covered with relief decoration.
Its i...
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
20th Century Carved Indonesian Coffret
Located in Opole, PL
We present you a big coffret in the shape of a book.
It is from before the year 1939.
This item is made of exotic wood. Its outer surface is covered with relief.
Presented coffr...
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique Indonesian Wood Lacquered Box
Located in Austin, TX
Antique hand-painted and lacquered wooden box with removable tray, from Indonesia. The interior
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Late 19th Century Indonesian British Colonial Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Wood
British Colonial Secretary Cabinet from Indonesia
Located in New York, NY
A tall Indonesian antique secretary with twin glass panel doors, mid-19th century. British Colonial
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Late 19th Century Indonesian British Colonial Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood
19th Century Indonesian Batik Textile
Located in New York, NY
A late 19th century Batik Sarong Indonesian Textile
Measures: 3'7'' x 5'8''
Batik is a
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Late 19th Century Indonesian Anglo-Japanese Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Textile
Fabulous Indonesian Yogya-Silver Plate
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An Indonesian Yogya-silver plate
Yogyakarta or Kotagede, 1935-1940, marked, (alloy) 800 and
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Art Deco Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Silver
Petite Indonesian Brass Betel Box, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This petite brass box was originally part of an early 20th century betel box set from Indonesia
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Folk Art Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mid 19th Century Dutch Indonesian Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Dutch Indonesian cabinet from the Mid-19th century. This piece is signed by Van Vuong Hien. It's
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Mid-19th Century Indonesian Other Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Abalone, Wood
Antique Traditional Indonesian Gong and bonang
Located in Milano, IT
the main gong, two small gongs, part of a traditional Indonesian musical instrument used in the
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Early 19th Century Indonesian Chinese Export Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Metal, Copper
Large 19th Century Indonesian Clam Shell
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
Large 19th Century clam shell, ‘Tridacna Gigas’ from a private collection.
With lovely patination, layering and fossilising. This is a fantastic large example and a wonderful decora...
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19th Century Indonesian Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Shell
Wooden Drum from the Indonesian Island Sumba
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Early 20th. Century Drum from the island of Sumba in Eastern Indonesia,
this large double -headed
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1920s Indonesian Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Late 19th Century Indonesian Meditation Footstool
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Finely woven leather seat on turned legs with tendon joints.
Category
Late 19th Century Indonesian Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Ethnographic Fish Scale Hat Handmade Molucca, Indonesia.
Located in Leuven , BE
Ethnographic Fish Scale Hat Handmade Molucca, Indonesia.
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Animal Skin
A Toba Batak Indonesian bracelet, ca 1900
Located in Delft, NL
A Toba Batak Indonesian bracelet, ca 1900
A bracelet made of brass in the shape of an elephant
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
Indonesian Textile Silk
Located in Ferrara, IT
This magnificent Indonesian textile, measuring 172 × 172 cm, is a square-format hand-embroidered
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Early 20th Century Malaysian Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Silk
Antique Indonesian Hand Carved Wall Unit, Cabinet
Located in Delft, NL
Antique Indonesian hand carved wall unit, cabinet
A beautiful hand carved teak wooden wall unit
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19th Century Indonesian Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Teak
Antique Indonesian Mechanical Drill, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Long ago, an Indonesian artisan living on Lombok, an island well known for its weaving, made his
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Copper, Iron
Indonesian Silver Yogya Napkin Rings, 1930s
Located in Delft, NL
Indonesian Silver Yogya Napkin Rings, 1930s
Six Yogya silver napkin rings, made in Indonesia
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Silver
Indonesian Silver Yogya picture frame, 1930s
Located in Delft, NL
Indonesian Silver Yogya picture frame, 1930s
A Yogya silver picture frame, made in Indonesia
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Silver
Black Leather with Indonesian Silver 1920s Box
Located in Delft, NL
Black leather with Indonesian silver 1920s box
A rectangular box in black leather with Indonesian
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Silver
20th Century Dutch Colonial Mirror from Indonesia
By Asian Modern
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
Capturing the refined charm of mid-20th-century Dutch Colonial design, this vintage Indonesian
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Dutch Colonial Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Quartz Var. Grape Agate from Indonesia
Located in New York, NY
From near Pantai Manakarra, Mamuju, Sulawesi, Indonesia
Double-sided cluster of translucent
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15th Century and Earlier Indonesian Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Agate, Quartz, Other
Petite Indonesian Brass Betel Box, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This petite brass box was originally part of an early 20th century betel box set from Indonesia
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Folk Art Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
Petite Indonesian Brass Betel Box, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This petite brass box was originally part of an early 20th century betel box set from Indonesia
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Folk Art Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
Petite Indonesian Brass Betel Box, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This petite brass box was originally part of an early 20th century betel box set from Indonesia
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Folk Art Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique Toraja Wood Panel, Sulawesi, Indonesia, Polychrome Detail
By Asian Modern
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This intricately carved wooden panel originates from the Toraja people of South Sulawesi, Indonesia
Category
Early 1900s Indonesian Folk Art Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
$10,800
H 64.18 in W 110.24 in D 5.91 in
Antique Toraja Wood Panel, Sulawesi, Indonesia, Polychrome Detail
By Asian Modern
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This intricately carved wooden panel originates from the Toraja people of South Sulawesi, Indonesia
Category
Early 1900s Indonesian Folk Art Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
$7,300
H 50.79 in W 85.44 in D 5.91 in
Small Early 19th Century Indonesian Textile Cabinet
Located in Middleburg, VA
Small Early 19th Century Indonesian Textile Cabinet. Made of Teak with two doors enclosing three
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19th Century Indonesian Rustic Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Teak
Beautiful Little Antique Indonesian Embroidery
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very nice early 20th century embroidery with a tribal design and beautiful colors, entirely hand embroidered with silk on cotton.
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Silk
Ancient Majapahit Temple Stone Block from Java, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
Worn by time and whispering centuries of forgotten devotion, this weathered block of stone once stood proudly as part of a sacred Majapahit temple in the heart of Java. Carved in the...
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16th Century Indonesian Empire Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Stone
Ancient Majapahit Temple Stone Block from Java, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
Worn by time and whispering centuries of forgotten devotion, this weathered block of stone once stood proudly as part of a sacred Majapahit temple in the heart of Java. Carved in the...
Category
16th Century Indonesian Empire Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Stone
Antique Tatibin Ceremonial Cloth Lampung Sumatra Indonesia Vintage Textiles
Located in London, GB
A Tatibin Ceremonial cloth from Lampung Sumatra Indonesia, woven
cotton with natural dyes with
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Cotton
$530
H 20.87 in W 26.38 in D 0.4 in
A Dutch-colonial Indonesian Sono keeling and paduk miniature chair
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Chinese furniture maker in Batavia in the early 18th century.
Category
Early 18th Century Indonesian Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Padouk
$7,453
H 31.26 in W 16.38 in D 14.18 in
Peculiar Indonesian Pictorial Square Head Rug
Located in New York, NY
1920s Indonesian brown pictorial square rug depicting numerous faces of people and animals. A
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Adirondack Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Wool
Set of Shipwreck Bottles from Indonesia c. 1600
By Asia Rattan
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A set of 3 shipwreck bottles from a Shipwreck off the Coast of the Indonesian Island of Batam
Category
16th Century Indonesian Folk Art Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
An Indonesian Wayang Kulit Shadow Puppet of Gajah (Elephant)
Located in London, GB
An Indonesian Wayang Kulit Shadow Puppet of Gajah (Elephant), Java, Indonesia, South East Asia
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Hide
Super Rare Cotton Ikat from Sumba Indonesia
Located in New York, NY
Stunning colors in this hand-woven textile from the island of Sumba, eastern Indonesia. The stripes
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Tribal Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Cotton
Vintage Ikat Cloth Timor Indonesia Asian Textiles Home Decor
Located in London, GB
A Antique woven Ikat cloth on the island of Timor in Indonesia made using hand spun natural dyed
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Cotton
Batak Ritual Mortar Sumatra Indonesia Oceanic Asian Tribal Art
Located in London, GB
Batak ritual Mortar Sumatra Indonesia
A Fine Batak Tribal ritual mortar carved in dense hard wood
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
$973 Sale Price
50% Off
H 6.5 in W 15 in D 10 in
Large Antique Javanese Water Jar, Indonesia, c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This exquisite antique terracotta water jar from Java is a true testament to the artistry of traditional craftsmanship. Its elegant form and fluid curves give it a sculptural presenc...
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Organic Modern Indonesian Antique Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
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Indonesian Antique Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of Indonesian antique furniture you’re looking for. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and teak. There are many kinds of the item from our selection of Indonesian antique furniture you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A choice in our collection of Indonesian antique furniture is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Folk Art, Modern and Arts and Crafts styles are sought with frequency. Andrianna Shamaris, Jacques-Nicolas Bellin and F. Valentijn each produced at least one beautiful object in our assortment of Indonesian antique furniture that is worth considering.
How Much is a Indonesian Antique Furniture?
The average selling price for a piece of Indonesian antique furniture at 1stDibs is $1,800, while they’re typically $50 on the low end and $108,004 for the highest priced.
Questions About Indonesian Antique Furniture
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Balinese furniture can be made from a variety of different materials. These materials can include bamboo, rattan and the tropical hardwood teak. You can shop a collection of Balinese furniture pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Teakwood 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 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.
- 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 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, 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 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, 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 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 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 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 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.
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