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57.5CM GEOFFREY BUTLER COLUMBUS SLX CAMPAGNOLO CHORUS WINTER TRAiNER ROAD BIKE
Located in GB
for years hanging around my furniture workshop as pieces of art and to remember the good old days, my
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Early 20th Century Other My Antique Furniture

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Steel

Barcelona Chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Centreville, VA
As a rising figure of the modernist movement, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe was selected to design the German Pavilion for the 1929 International Exposition in Barcelona. Through masterf...
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1920s American Bauhaus My Antique Furniture

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Chrome

Mies Van Der Rohe Thin Brno Chairs by Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Highland, IN
We think this version of Mies' Brno chair with it's thin seat and back is the most elegant and comes closest to his minimalist ideal. Upholstered in black leather, this pair is in go...
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1920s American Mid-Century Modern My Antique Furniture

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Stainless Steel

Barcelona Table Mies van der Rohe 1929 Knoll International Steel Chrome Bauhaus
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Munster, NRW
Knoll Barcelona Coffee Table - Barcelona Coffee Table by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. The so-called Barcelona Coffee Table by Knoll International was originally designed by Ludwig Mies...
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1920s German Bauhaus My Antique Furniture

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Steel, Chrome

Barcelona Daybed in Brown Leather by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, 1980s.
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
This iconic Knoll Studio Barcelona daybed was designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1930. Just like the Barcelona chair, the daybed is characterized by a high degree of detail. Eac...
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Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern My Antique Furniture

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Leather, Walnut

Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe "MR10" Chairs for Gavina Knoll, 1927, Set of 6
By Gavina, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
into architecture through masonry, stone carving, stucco decoration, and furniture design before
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Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern My Antique Furniture

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Steel

Honore Daumier Lithograph Initialed HD My Homeland
By Honoré Daumier
Located in Gardena, CA
Honore Daumier Lithograph Initialed HD My Homeland, Mine? Daumier, Honore (France 1808-1879) Lithograph, Titled "Ma patrie, à moi? c'est la semelle de mes bottes....hélas je n'aur...
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19th Century My Antique Furniture

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Paper

16 piece miniature modernist furniture set, Netherlands 1920s
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in ECHT, NL
Set of 16 highly original miniature furniture. It consist of a dining table with 4 chairs, 2 beds
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Early 20th Century Dutch Modern My Antique Furniture

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Wood, Paint

Rare Italian Furniture Ebonized, with Original Mirror and Carvings
Located in Buggiano, IT
Rare Italian furniture from 1880, ebonized, with original mirror and carvings. Flower holder at the
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1880s Italian Rustic My Antique Furniture

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Beech, Fir

Yeend King, My Lady, Oil On Framed Canvas, 19th Century
By Henry John Yeend King
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
My Lady, portrait of an elegant young woman sitting on a bench at the edge of a pond. High quality painting: the greatest care has been taken to paint the silky clothes and lace, an...
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19th Century British Victorian My Antique Furniture

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Paint

Antique Painting on Porcelainb Flora Dreaming Maiden Be My Valentne
Located in Munich, DE
A beautiful young woman is reclining on the branch of a tree. In a pensive mood, she is observing to butterflies in flight.She wears a flower wreath einen geflochtenen Blumenkranz.
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1890s German Belle Époque My Antique Furniture

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Porcelain

1 of 6 Solid Elm Windsor Armchairs circa 1860 English Countryhouse Furniture
Located in GB
armchair The Antique Windsor chair is a country piece of antique furniture that usually comes with
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1860s English High Victorian My Antique Furniture

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Elm

Early 20th Century Reverse Painted Verre églomisé Gilt Trade Shop Sign "My Shop"
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A large reverse painted hanging trade sign, wrought iron frame with internal wooden supports. The reverse painted glass has losses, it appears the sign would of read "confectionary"...
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Early 20th Century English My Antique Furniture

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Glass

1 of 6 Burr Yew Wood Windsor Armchairs circa 1860 English Countryhouse Furniture
Located in GB
furniture that usually comes with lovely charm and character. They were first seen in the late 16th century
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1860s English High Victorian My Antique Furniture

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Yew

My Washington Crown Milano Sweetmeat/ Biscuit Basket. Signed on Inside of Lid
Located in Plano, TX
Rare hand painted glass melon shaped jar with silverplate lid and handle. The top of the lid has a crab design.
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1890s American Aesthetic Movement My Antique Furniture

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Art Glass

Original Edwardian Framed Tea Advertising Card Poster, “L.V. TEA IS MY TEA” Sold
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Original Edwardian framed tea advertising card poster, “L.V. TEA IS MY TEA” sold here This is delightful original advertising sign, showing a happy young lady in period winter cos...
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1910s Edwardian My Antique Furniture

Pair of English Hardwood Dwarf Open Corner Bookcases Simple Country Furniture
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of Victorian hardwood dwarf open bookcases which made a corner bookcases A very good looking, well made and decorative pair of dw...
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19th Century English Victorian My Antique Furniture

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Hardwood

Colonial Spanish oil on canvas " Saint Rose of Lima"
By Colonial Furniture Company
Located in Valladolid, ES
One of a kind oil on canvas made in the 18th century depicting Saint Rose of Lima with the Child Jesus, Colonial School of the Viceroyalty of Peru. The Saint, wearing a Dominican ter...
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1780s Peruvian Baroque My Antique Furniture

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Canvas, Wood, Paint

Murano Glass Table Lamp Ghost Model by Angelo Mangiarotti for Skipper, Italy
By Skipper, Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Milan, Italy
Ghost lamp by Angelo Mangiarotti, Polluce collection for Skipper, Italy, Mazzega Murano, circa 1970. With original label. Biography ANGELO MANGIAROTTI was born in Milan on 26th of F...
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1670s Italian Modern My Antique Furniture

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Murano Glass

Murano Glass Table Lamp Ghost Model by Angelo Mangiarotti for Skipper, Italy
By Skipper, Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Milan, Italy
Ghost lamp by Angelo Mangiarotti, Polluce collection for Skipper, Italy, Mazzega Murano, circa 1970. Biography ANGELO MANGIAROTTI was born in Milan on 26th of February 1921. He grad...
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1670s Italian Modern My Antique Furniture

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Murano Glass

Modern Italian Lighting Sfera Model by Angelo Mangiarotti for Skipper, 1970
By Skipper, Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Milan, Italy
Beautiful table lamp Sfera in Murano glass and chromed metal designed by Angelo Mangiarotti and produced by Skipper in circa 1970. Biography ANGELO MANGIAROTTI was born in Milan on ...
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1670s Italian Modern My Antique Furniture

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Metal

Table Lamp Polluce Collection by Angelo Mangiarotti for Skipper, Italy
By Skipper, Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Milan, Italy
Table lamp by Angelo Mangiarotti, Polluce Collection for Skipper, Italy, Mazzega Murano, circa 1970. Biography ANGELO MANGIAROTTI was born in Milan on 26th of February 1921. He grad...
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1670s Italian Modern My Antique Furniture

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Murano Glass

Art Deco Wolfgang Hoffmann Romweber World's Fair Century of Progress Sideboard
By Wolfgang Hoffmann, Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Forney, TX
and early 1930’s the Hoffmanns designed custom furniture for private clients. Some of these examples
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco My Antique Furniture

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Birch, Mahogany, Rosewood

Art Deco Signed Wolfgang Hoffmann for Romweber World's Fair Display Cabinet
By Wolfgang Hoffmann, Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Forney, TX
and early 1930’s the Hoffmanns designed custom furniture for private clients. Some of these examples
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco My Antique Furniture

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Glass, Mahogany, Rosewood

ANTiQUE GERMAN BLACK FOREST CARVED RAMS HEAD ANTLER SUPPER TABLE PART OF A SUITE
By Black Forest
Located in GB
furniture this well made, usually its more privative. I have in total three chairs which are being sold as
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Early 1900s German Black Forest My Antique Furniture

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Wood

Japanese Antique Round Table, Early Showa Period '1926-'
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This antique round table was crafted in the early Showa period. It is made from high-quality Japanese zelkova, which has a distinctive reddish hue. The tabletop is a single piece o...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa My Antique Furniture

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Wood

Vintage Boho Late 19th Century Apple Harvest Farm Table
Located in west palm beach, FL
An exceptional vintage Harvest farm table. Gorgeous hand chamfered plank top with distressed apron and splayed legs. Monumental in size and drama. 10 coordinating chairs also availab...
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Late 19th Century American My Antique Furniture

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Wood

IMPORTANT ANTiQUE WILLIAM & MARY FULLY RESTORED SEAWEED MARQUETRY OVAL TABLE
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this exquisite, hand made in England, William & Mary circa 1700 Seaweed Marquetry oval centre table on a oak...
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Early 1700s English William and Mary My Antique Furniture

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Oak

Japanese Antique Cutting Board Low Table, Taisho Era'Early 1900s', Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This is a Japanese antique cutting board low table. It was made in the Taisho Era(1912-1926). This low table was originally used as a work table for cutting fabric. Made of cedar wo...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho My Antique Furniture

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Cedar

Large butcher table/bench dated 1879 from Dalarna, Sweden
Located in Farsta, SE
furniture, where aesthetics are driven by practicality. The gray patina and wear make it so lovely. Made
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1870s Swedish Scandinavian Modern My Antique Furniture

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Pine

19th Century primitive Farm work 1 Drew table with Tapered leg
Located in Wallkill, NY
enthusiasts of historical furniture. Its great natural color, country-style theme, and wood material make it a
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Early 19th Century American Primitive My Antique Furniture

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Pine

19th Century primitive Farm 2 Draw work table with New York leg
Located in Wallkill, NY
enthusiasts of historical furniture. Its great brownish color, country-style theme, and wood material make it
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Mid-19th Century American Primitive My Antique Furniture

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Hardwood

19th Century Victorian Gothic Revival Ecclesiastical Altar Table Attrib Pugin
Located in Forney, TX
. Pugin was from 1827–29 employed as the designer of a wide range of Gothic Revival furniture for Windsor
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19th Century English Gothic Revival My Antique Furniture

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Wood, Pine

19th Century primitive Farm work table with New York leg
Located in Wallkill, NY
and enthusiasts of historical furniture. Its great brownish color, country-style theme, and wood
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Mid-19th Century American Primitive My Antique Furniture

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Cherry

Antique Regency Library Metamorphic Library Steps Table Oxblood Leather Ladder
Located in GB
English Regency furniture. Every discerning gentleman’s library should have one. They were the height of
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1810s English Regency My Antique Furniture

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Leather, Hardwood

EXQUISITE ANTIQUE BURR WALNUT AESTHETiC MOVEMENT SALON SOFA GRAND TOUR PLAQUE
Located in GB
Upholstered furniture. Over the next few paragraphs, I will do my best to give you a brief history of the
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19th Century European Aesthetic Movement My Antique Furniture

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Ebony, Walnut

SUBLIME ANTiQUE 19TH CENTURY SPECIMEN GEOMETRIC SAMPLE WOOD INLAID COFFEE TABLE
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely glorious, fully restored, antique circa 1880 hand made in England, Sample wood coffee table with Geometric inlaid ...
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1880s English High Victorian My Antique Furniture

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Wood

Antique American Wooden Settle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
I've been fascinated with settles since I was a young kid making antique buying trips with my father through rural Pennsylvania. The high backs are so perfect for keeping the heat ni...
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Early 20th Century American My Antique Furniture

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Wood

Antique American Wooden Settle
Antique American Wooden Settle
H 59.25 in W 79 in D 21 in
English Edwardian square back armchair
Located in Malton, GB
This is a classic designed English Edwardian square back armchair. Generous size and on elegant cabriole legs with modern casters. Great quality and very comfy. A piece that will loo...
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Early 20th Century My Antique Furniture

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Beech

English Edwardian square back armchair
English Edwardian square back armchair
H 38.98 in W 31.5 in D 33.86 in
Pair Japanese Red and Black Lacquer Side Tables With Etched Brass Mounts
Located in Stamford, CT
Great looking pair of late Meiji Period Japanese black and red lacquers side tables with etched brass mounts. Each with two doors that open for storage, this stunning pair with reall...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji My Antique Furniture

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Lacquer

Napoleon III buttoned curved back armchair
Located in Malton, GB
This is a very elegant and well designed 19th century French armchair. It is a great size which means it works well in corners of rooms but is great quality so can be an everyday cha...
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19th Century My Antique Furniture

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Beech

Napoleon III buttoned curved back armchair
Napoleon III buttoned curved back armchair
H 35.04 in W 30.32 in D 31.5 in
Napoleon III buttoned back open armchair
Located in Malton, GB
This is a very elegant 19th century Napoleon III buttoned back open armchair. Great design with the stylish ebonised frame. The size is attractive making it practical as well as deco...
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19th Century My Antique Furniture

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Beech

Napoleon III buttoned back open armchair
Napoleon III buttoned back open armchair
H 38.98 in W 28.35 in D 33.86 in
French, 19th Century Metal Lantern
Located in Buisson, FR
Very rare folk art lantern, France, circa 1800-1850. Beautiful weathered. Glass is old but to my opinion of later date.
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19th Century French French Provincial My Antique Furniture

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Metal

French, 19th Century Metal Lantern
French, 19th Century Metal Lantern
H 15.36 in W 5.32 in D 5.52 in
Pair of 19th century Painted fishtail armchairs
Located in Malton, GB
These are a gorgeous pair of 19th century French fishtail armchairs with elegant painted frames. These are a good size and really hold you very nicely. Look great as is but even bett...
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19th Century My Antique Furniture

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Beech

German Cherry Workstool "Kiss the Future" by Markus Friedrich Staab
By Markus Friedrich Staab
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
like furniture parts or whole classic pieces of designers and craftsmen, rework them, and give them a
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Mid-19th Century German Adam Style My Antique Furniture

Materials

Metal

20th century Georgian style Camel backed sofa
Located in Malton, GB
This is a superb quality early 20th century mahogany framed sofa in the Georgian style. The classic camel back design which is effortlessly elegant. A generous size making it ideal f...
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Early 20th Century My Antique Furniture

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Beech, Mahogany

20th century Georgian style Camel backed sofa
20th century Georgian style Camel backed sofa
H 35.04 in W 84.26 in D 33.47 in
19th Century Childs Windsor Armchair
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
initially commissioned for, combined with the style of the existing furniture within that home. This
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian My Antique Furniture

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Ash, Elm

19th Century Childs Windsor Armchair
19th Century Childs Windsor Armchair
H 26.5 in W 18.5 in D 17 in
English Aesthetic movement nursing chair, possibly by Maple & Co
By Maple & Co.
Located in Malton, GB
This is a very high quality English armchair from the Aesthetic movement period. With original carved ebonised frame that has Amboyna wood details along the top. Great look for a cor...
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19th Century My Antique Furniture

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Beech

19th century French buttoned iron back armchair
Located in Malton, GB
This is a very elegant and well designed 19th century French armchair. It is a great size which means it works well in corners of rooms but is great quality so can be an everyday cha...
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19th Century My Antique Furniture

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Beech

19th century French buttoned iron back armchair
19th century French buttoned iron back armchair
H 38.59 in W 27.17 in D 33.47 in
Antique Arts & Crafts Metamorphic Library Steps Ladder Side Table Brass Tread
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely antique Arts & Crafts Victorian metamorphic library steps side table in oak with period brass treads A very charming and highly col...
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19th Century English Arts and Crafts My Antique Furniture

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Brass

19th-C. French Louis XVI Style Carved Giltwood Settee With Down Cushion
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is such a lovely piece! It is a 19th century French Louis XVI style carved giltwood settee in vintage upholstery. The frame shows some non-offensive chippiness. The upholstery i...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI My Antique Furniture

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Upholstery, Giltwood, Down

Victorian Wingback English country house sofa
Located in Malton, GB
This is a superb quality late Victorian wingback sofa. Gorgeous design and generous size. Stood on tall tapered front legs and angled back legs capped with original brass casters. Th...
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19th Century My Antique Furniture

Materials

Beech

Victorian Wingback English country house sofa
Victorian Wingback English country house sofa
H 44.89 in W 87.8 in D 36.23 in
Reality bites stool by Markus Friedrich Staab
By Markus Friedrich Staab
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
furniture not just for practical purposes, but as an expression of royalty, of religion, of hierarchy, of
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1890s Italian Art Nouveau My Antique Furniture

Materials

Acrylic, Beech

Reality bites stool by Markus Friedrich Staab
Reality bites stool by Markus Friedrich Staab
H 24.41 in W 12.6 in D 12.6 in
Peak of a Century Chair by German Artist Markus Friedrich Staab 2020
By Markus Friedrich Staab
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
existing useable pieces like furniture parts or whole classic pieces of designers and craftsmen, rework
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1840s German American Craftsman My Antique Furniture

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Leather, Beech, Lacquer, Paint

Shoemakers Dream by Markus Friedrich Staab
By Markus Friedrich Staab
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
with existing useable pieces like furniture parts or whole classic pieces of designers and craftsmen
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Mid-19th Century German My Antique Furniture

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Oak, Lacquer

Shoemakers Dream by Markus Friedrich Staab
Shoemakers Dream by Markus Friedrich Staab
H 18.12 in W 18.9 in D 10.24 in
Antique French Chairs W/ New Upholstery
Located in Nashville, TN
I just got these beautiful French chairs back from my upholsterer! She does such an amazing job. These chairs are done in a sky blue/ white fabric in a diamond pattern that really sh...
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1880s French My Antique Furniture

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Fabric, Hardwood

19th century Mahogany spindle open armchair
Located in Malton, GB
This is a very high quality mahogany framed Victorian open armchair. Smaller than average proportions but still remains very comfy. Elegant design with the turned spindle arm support...
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Late 19th Century My Antique Furniture

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Beech, Mahogany

19th century Mahogany spindle open armchair
19th century Mahogany spindle open armchair
H 35.83 in W 26.38 in D 32.68 in
ANTIQUE VICTORIAN EMBROIDERED TOP SEWiNG PANEL FOR WORKING ON YOUR SEWING ETC
Located in GB
you would like more than one piece of furniture we offer a substantial discount on the second and
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19th Century English Victorian My Antique Furniture

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Wood

RARE & COLLECTABLE ANTIQUE JACOBEAN REVIVAL BARLEY TWiST LEG ENGLISH HUNT TABLE
Located in GB
as the price is determined on size and distance, if you would like more than one piece of furniture
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1860s European High Victorian My Antique Furniture

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Oak

19th century Unusual wingback armchair
Located in Malton, GB
This is a beautifully designed 19th century wingback armchair. Unusual rounded arms and splayed back legs. Elegant shape and great proportions. All original sprung seat but we can ad...
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19th Century My Antique Furniture

Materials

Beech

19th century Unusual wingback armchair
19th century Unusual wingback armchair
H 48.43 in W 31.89 in D 29.53 in
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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of my antique furniture on 1stDibs. A piece of my antique furniture — often made from metal, animal skin and leather — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the item from our selection of my 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 my antique furniture made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one object in our assortment of my antique furniture that is appealing in its simplicity, but Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll and Thonet produced versions that are worth a look.

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A piece of my antique furniture can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,500, while the lowest priced sells for $115 and the highest can go for as much as $16,490.
Questions About My Antique Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

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

  • 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    No, Lane Furniture is not the same as United Furniture. Up until 2017, Lane Furniture was a completely separate company from United, and the two furniture makers had no affiliation with each other. That changed when United Furniture, a subsidiary of Heritage Home Group, acquired Lane. Soon after the initial sale, Heritage resold Lane to Bassett Furniture. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Lane Furniture pieces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Larkin furniture was a byproduct of the Larkin Soap Company. The oak furniture was initially given to customers who purchased a certain amount of soap and other products. The popularity of items like desks, bookcases and chairs led Larkin to begin selling its furniture directly to customers. Browse a selection of antique Larkin furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Krug furniture is a manufacturer of office and commercial furniture based in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada. The company started in 1880 and produces all of their products in their own factories. You can find a range of Krug furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Tanker furniture is a vintage style of office-centric furniture including desks, filing cabinets, chairs and other business furniture featuring steel construction. They were first crafted around the 1920s and were known for exceptional durability. Shop a collection of tanker furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Breakfront furniture is typically a large bureau or hutch used for displaying and storing either books or china. Breakfront furniture typically consists of three connected sections, one of which protrudes in front of the two flanking it.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Selig Furniture was founded in Massachusetts in 1931. It grew to become a well-known brand and leader in contemporary furniture in the mid-20th century. This put Selig at the forefront of the mid-century modern movement. Its sleek high-end designs produced in Denmark and other Scandinavian countries introduced this style to the United States, where it became quite popular. Shop a collection of Selig furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 21, 2019

    Regency is a style of furniture that emerged during the early 19th century, when the Prince of Wales, future King George IV, assumed rule of the United Kingdom as Regent while his father, George III, was ill. Rather than the rich carvings and curves of earlier periods, it is characterized by plain lines and surfaces, slender legs and right angles highlighted by elaborate, often metal, ornamentation.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chippendale furniture is a style of furniture developed during the mid 18th century. It gets its name from the British cabinet maker Thomas Chippendale because his work inspired the look of the furnishings. Some common elements of Chippendale include upholstered seats, cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet and yoked backs. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chippendale furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not an easel is considered furniture is largely a matter of personal opinion. Generally, the word “furniture” describes items that make a space suitable for working or living. An easel that holds an artwork for production or display purposes likely fits this definition. Find a selection of easels on 1stDibs.
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    In furniture, a highboy is a chest of drawers that rests on decorative legs. Its name comes from the French word for wood, "bois," which sounds similar to the English word “boy.” On 1stDibs, shop a collection of highboy furniture.