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Contemporary Furniture by Artist Charles Splady, 'Arched Chair'
By Charles Splady
Located in Oakland, CA
Part of Charles Splady’s Functional Art Series, ‘Arched Chair’ merges contemporary design with the
Category
1980s American Industrial Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Steel, Cut Steel
1962 New Furniture 6 Book
By Gerd Hatje
Located in Seguin, TX
volume in this important series on contemporary furniture of the 1960s. Gray cloth hardcover binding
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Paper
Piero Lissoni Poufs
By Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
known for his contemporary furniture design. Black strap accent, on castors.
Please confirm location NY
Category
20th Century Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Fabric
Pair of OCA Armchairs
By Oca
Located in Paris, FR
Rodrigues in 1955 with a simple goal: create contemporary furniture in line with Bauhaus principles but
Category
1970s Brazilian Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
1950s Maple and Steel Planner Group Desk Organizer by Paul McCobb for Winchendon
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in Sagaponack, NY
desk organizer is a product from the Planner Group, a coordinated contemporary furniture group
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Steel
H 16 in W 10.75 in D 13.5 in
Warren Platner Bronze Stools for Knoll
By Warren Platner
Located in San Francisco, CA
stood the test of time as contemporary furniture that is sculptural and comfortable at the same time.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Furniture Machine, Furniture Since 1990 by Gareth Williams (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
Contemporary furniture design has enjoyed growing popularity in the last fifteen years, both in
Category
Late 20th Century Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Paper
Free Shipping
H 11.5 in W 10 in D 0.75 in
Baker Style Clover Iron and Glass Coffee Table
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Countryside, IL
do not photoshop out blemishes.
Condition: At this time, all of our contemporary furniture is sold
Category
20th Century American Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Modern Dining Table By Fritz Hansen, Denmark
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Brussels, BE
–1996). Fritz Hansen also collaborates with contemporary furniture architects including Hiromichi Konno
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Wood
Great set of 2 Marenco 1-seaters by Mario Marenco for ARFLEX. Signed!
By Mario Marenco
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
.
The unique design and the wide modularity still make Marenco a must of contemporary furniture
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Suede
H 27.56 in W 47.64 in D 38.59 in
Mid Century Walnut Folding Dining Table
Located in Countryside, IL
, all of our contemporary furniture is sold in the same condition as it is the day it was photographed
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Wood, Walnut
1940's Danish Fritz Hansen Art Deco Bentwood Armchair Wool Plaid Upholstery
By Fritz Hansen, Frits Hansen/Soren Hansen
Located in High Wycombe, GB
makers marks
Fritz Hansen, also known as Republic of Fritz Hansen, is a Danish furniture design company
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
H 29.53 in W 24.22 in D 15.75 in
Mid-20th Century Shaggy Turkish Rug With A Red Tribal Design
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Turkish Tulu rug. A tribal rug that fits very well with contemporary furniture. All in
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Wool
Annick et Samuel Coriat, set of 8 chairs, Artelano ed., circa 1980
Located in Paris, FR
high-end contemporary furniture since 1972. Keeping analyzing the market, anticipating the changing
Category
1980s French Minimalist Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Metal
Conant Ball Mid Century Maple and Cane Side Table
By Conant Ball
Located in Countryside, IL
out blemishes.
Condition: At this time, all of our contemporary furniture is sold in the same
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Cane, Maple
Mitchell Gold and Bob Williams Gray Velour Armless Sofa
By Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams
Located in Countryside, IL
restoration shop is overwhelmed with mid century pieces, our contemporary furniture is sold in "As Is
Category
20th Century American Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Antiqued Gold Painted Floor Lamp
Located in Countryside, IL
photoshop out blemishes.
Condition: At this time, all of our contemporary furniture is sold in the same
Category
20th Century American Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Metal
1970's Brass and Mirror Three Door Cabinet by Ello
By Ello Furniture
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Furniture was founded in Chicago by Lothar Molton in 1956. Ello’s motto was Contemporary Furniture of
Category
1970s Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Vintage Paul McCobb End Table for Calvin
By Paul McCobb
Located in Pasadena, TX
selling contemporary furniture lines of the 1950s and was in continuous production from 1949 until 1964
Category
1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Dining chairs "501 Göteborg" by Erik Gunnar for Cassina Italia
By Erik Gunnar Asplund, Cassina
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
portfolio of iconic designs that have become classics in the world of contemporary furniture.
Cassina
Category
1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Leather, Walnut
A Pair of Midcentury Selig Armchairs Chairs
By Selig
Located in Dallas, TX
grown to become one of America’s leading importers and producers of contemporary furniture. Selig
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Wool, Walnut
Set of Vintage Armchairs by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Roma, IT
Novedrate which produces contemporary furniture for the home that have marked the history of design
Good
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Piero Lissoni Leather "Frog" Chair, Lounge Chair Living Divani, 1995, a Pair
By Living Divani, Piero Lissoni
Located in Los Angeles, CA
is an Italian architect and designer, known for his contemporary furniture design. Lissoni is art
Category
1990s Italian Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Steel
H 28.35 in W 35.44 in D 31.5 in
Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Monumental Display Table
By Paul McCobb
Located in Chicago, IL
: Contemporary Furniture Designed by Paul McCobb, manufacturer's catalog, unpaginated
Category
1950s American Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Teak Sideboard By Vanson
By Vanson
Located in Folkestone, GB
company remained at the cutting edge of contemporary furniture throughout the mid 20th century.riginal
Category
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Teak
Danish Furniture Design by Frederik Sieck (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
subject in an introductory chapter analysing the historic background for contemporary furniture design
Category
20th Century Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Paper
Thomasville Walnut Dining Chairs, Set of 6
By Thomasville
Located in Countryside, IL
photoshop out blemishes.
Condition: At this time, all of our contemporary furniture is sold in the same
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Arflex Marenco 1 Arm 2-Seater Sofa by Mario Marenco, Newly Reupholstered
By Arflex, Mario Marenco
Located in Toronto, CA
rounded design and the wide modularity still make the Marenco sofa a must of contemporary furniture.
The
Category
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Velvet
Sculptural Chair by Gérard Coquelin, France circa 1980s
By Gerard Coquelin
Located in Gardena, CA
elsewhere).
Gérard Coquelin was born in 1947 and Since 1980 he designs and makes contemporary furniture and
Category
1980s French Post-Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Metal
Cobra/Pipeline sofa by P. Hjort-Lorenzen & Johannes Foersom for Erik Jørgensen
By Peter Hiort-Lorenzen, Erik Jørgensen, Johannes Foersom
Located in Copenhagen, DK
international furniture brand and a family firm. In the 1980s he teamed up with designer duo Johannes Foersom
Category
1980s Danish Post-Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 29.53 in W 55.12 in D 27.56 in
Vintage dining table with wings
Located in Brescia, IT
be combined with both modern and contemporary furniture.
Good condition. A conservative restoration
Category
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Birch
Vintage Zographos Alpha Bucket Chair Restored with New Vegan Ultra Leather
By Nicos Zographos
Located in Pasadena, TX
The world`s most singular, severely elegant collection of contemporary furniture has been created
Category
Late 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
F&T Salotti Space Age Italian Velvet and Chrome Wrapped Sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
contemporary furniture and participates in international exhibitions, such as Milan’s Salone del Mobile.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
Swedish furniture designer John Kandell's Swivel Chair "Bon-Bon" for Källemo
By Källemo
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stockholm Palace in 1980s.
John Kandell is one of the foremost contemporary furniture artists. He was
Category
1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Steel
Wooden Concrete Chair by Jonas Bohlin, Sweden, 1981
By Jonas Bohlin
Located in Amsterdam, NL
contemporary furniture landscape in Scandinavia.
Manufactured under the prestigious label Källemo, Bohlin's
Category
1980s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Steel
F&T Salotti Space Age Italian Velvet and Chrome Wrapped Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
showcases contemporary furniture and participates in international exhibitions, such as Milan’s Salone del
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Brasilia Style Extending Dining Table by Young Manufacturing
By Young Manufacturing Company, Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Brooklyn, NY
skilled craftsmen of Kentucky's Young Manufacturing Company. Taking cues from popular contemporary
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Wood, Hardwood, Walnut
Space Age Treco Chest by Giovanni Maur, 1970s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
contemporary furniture.
- 46.5"h, 38"w, 18"d
- Designed by Giovanni Maur for Treco, Canada, 1970s
- White
Category
1970s Canadian Space Age Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Tangram modular table, Massimo Morozzi, Cassina, 1988
Located in Milano, Lombardia
choice for contemporary furniture enthusiasts. It is also particularly popular with collectors looking
Category
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Wood
Italian Leather Sofa with Graceful Curved Arms
Located in Cathedral City, CA
who appreciate classic yet contemporary furniture. The high-quality Italian leather ensures durability
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of Rare Stamped Fritz Hansen Model 1628 Stained Beech Open Framed Armchairs
By Frits Hansen/Soren Hansen, Fritz Hansen
Located in High Wycombe, GB
with contemporary furniture architects including Hiromichi Konno, Cecilie Manz, and Kasper Salto
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
H 34.26 in W 26.78 in D 27.56 in
Directional Designs by Paul McCobb (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
which were best selling contemporary furniture designs in the USA in the 1950's and includes a frontis
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Paper
1 Vintage Midcentury Zographos Alpha Chair Black Leather Bronze Base
By Nicos Zographos
Located in Pasadena, TX
Nicos Zographos
The world`s most singular, severely elegant collection of contemporary furniture
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Mobles 114 Wood and Metal Side Table, circa 1980
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Barcelona that specializes in producing contemporary furniture and fittings. Their mission is to create
Category
1980s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Metal
Dutch design Zebra chairs by Castelijn
Located in Zevenaar, NL
Castelijn. Castelijn is a Dutch furniture manufacturer known for producing high-quality and contemporary
Category
1980s Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Textile, Beech
Armchairs by Umberto Brandigi for Poltronova Set of Six Beech & Fabric
By Umberto Brandigi, Poltronova
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Italian design company known for its contributions to the world of modern and contemporary furniture and
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Beech
H 29.14 in W 24.41 in D 20.48 in
Set of 2 Erik Jørgensen EJ900 Cobra Armchairs by Foersom & Hiort-Lorenzen
By Peter Hiort-Lorenzen, Johannes Foersom, Erik Jørgensen
Located in CULEMBORG, GE
successful contemporary furniture designers.
First Launched in 1983, the EJ 900 Cobra chair is the
Category
1980s Danish Post-Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 27.56 in W 29.93 in D 24.22 in
1970s Hollywood Regency Flaminia Smoked Glass Coffee & Side Table by Willy Rizzo
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Izegem, VWV
that was the way at time. Rizzo has always loved antiques, which allowed him to create contemporary
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Brass, Chrome
H 17.72 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in
Murano Vase - Sculpture in clear glass - Handblown
Located in Milano, IT
contemporary furniture to add value to almost any space ! Check us out !
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
Pastoe Oak Dresser by Cees Braakman, 1956
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Dronten, NL
users. Today, Braakman's designs are highly collectible and continue to influence contemporary furniture
Category
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Oak
Sideboard 4 doors in solid oak manner of Charles Dudouyt
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in TARBES, FR
very well with contemporary furniture The central doors have been carved in a geometric pattern, the
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Oak
Vintage Armchairs by Ico Parisi
By Ico Parisi
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
exhibitions of contemporary furniture in Como. A few years later, he and his wife, a former student of Gio
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Metal
Set of 2 Erik Jørgensen EJ900 Cobra Armchairs by Foersom & Hiort-Lorenzen
By Peter Hiort-Lorenzen, Erik Jørgensen, Johannes Foersom
Located in CULEMBORG, GE
successful contemporary furniture designers.
First Launched in 1983, the EJ 900 Cobra chair is the
Category
1980s Danish Post-Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 27.56 in W 29.93 in D 24.22 in
Zanotta Dismountable Safari Chair
By Zanotta, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Dronten, NL
founded in 1954. It is known for its high-quality design and production of contemporary furniture pieces
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Ash
Vintage Italian Floor Lamp, Opaline Glass, Sculptural, Collectible Design
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in Milano, IT
contemporary furniture.
It is in perfect working order, with original wiring and plug. It is ready to light up
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Mid-Century Barrel Swivel Lounge Chair by Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pasadena, TX
revived in the new and secondary decorative arts markets by contemporary furniture designers and dealers
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Walnut
H 30 in W 27 in D 34 in
Giuseppe Rossi for Albizzate Space Age Wood Framed Sofa
By Giuseppe Rossi, Rossi di Albizzate
Located in Brooklyn, NY
designer known for his work in contemporary furniture and industrial design. Born in Italy, Rossi has
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
1959 Jens Risom Designs Twin Head & Footboard in Walnut with Yellow Vinyl Panel
By Jens Risom
Located in Philadelphia, PA
panels that are attached to each headboard. This design appeared in a 1959 catalog for Risom Contemporary
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Steel
H 36 in W 41 in D 3.8 in
Honduran Mahogany "Ocean" Dining Table by Dakota Jackson
By Dakota Jackson
Located in Van Nuys, CA
"
United States, 1990
Dakota Jackson (born August 24, 1949) is an American furniture designer known for
Category
1990s Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Wood
Pair Leather Strap Sling Lounge Chairs by Karen Mobring (Sweden, 1974)
Located in Round Top, TX
for both Scandinavian craftsmanship and contemporary furniture, the “Diana” armchairs are a statement
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Contemporary Furniture
Materials
Leather, Textile, Beech
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Vintage Contemporary Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of vintage contemporary furniture for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, metal and paper. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect item from our selection of vintage contemporary furniture — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each choice in our collection of vintage contemporary furniture bearing Modern, Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. A well-made object in our assortment of vintage contemporary furniture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Victor Vasarely, Josef Albers and Roy Lichtenstein are consistently popular.
How Much is a Vintage Contemporary Furniture?
The average selling price for a piece of vintage contemporary furniture at 1stDibs is $2,251, while they’re typically $10 on the low end and $378,540 for the highest priced.
Questions About Vintage Contemporary Furniture
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2020
Items manufactured after 2000 are considered “contemporary.” The year 2000 was chosen as the accepted date to mark the point at which digital design and manufacturing began to effect design, either as a generative process or reaction.
- How old is vintage furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
A piece of furniture must be at least 20 years old to be considered vintage.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024To identify vintage furniture, you'll need to determine if its production year was 20 to 99 years ago. One way to do so is to research your piece. Start by finding maker's marks and looking them up on trusted online resources. Once you know the maker, you can then learn more about its history and offerings to get a rough idea of the approximate age of your item. Another option is to ask a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer to date your furniture. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of vintage furniture.
- Is vintage furniture worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024Many believe that vintage furniture is worth it. Vintage pieces can offer unparalleled craftsmanship and timeless beauty while making living spaces more unique. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in vintage furniture is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find a range of vintage furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The first step in determining if an item is vintage bamboo is to first make sure it’s bamboo. Bamboo is inflexible, so if there are curved shapes in the design it is actually rattan, not bamboo. Your next step is to understand the style of the piece of furniture, the brand, and look for telltale signs that it is an authentic piece from that brand. Shop a range of antique and modern bamboo furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To identify vintage patio furniture, start with the maker's markings. You will usually find stamps, tags or labels with the maker's name in hidden places, such as under seats and tabletops. By comparing the marking with images shared by trusted online resources, you can learn who produced your patio furniture. Then, you can continue your research to find out more about the style name, year of production and other characteristics. Typically, patio furniture must be at least 20 years old and no more than 99 years old to be categorized as vintage. For help with the identification process, turn to a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find a large collection of vintage patio furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify vintage Lane furniture, examine your piece in search of its date code. Most Lane furniture displays a series of numbers that tells you when it was made when read in reverse. For example, a piece that reads “2971120” would be “02 11 79,” indicating that Lane crafted it on February 11, 1979. To be considered vintage, a Lane furnishing must be at least 20 years old. For further assistance with making an identification, use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of Lane furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To identify Thomasville furniture, look for the maker's mark, usually found in a discreet place, such as under a seat or tabletop or on the base or back of casegoods. Thomasville typically stamped pieces with its wordmark, which may read "Thomasville Chair Company" or "Thomasville Furniture," depending on the age of your piece. To find out more about your piece, you can conduct research using trustworthy online resources. If you need help with identification, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Explore a range of Thomasville furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024To know if your Drexel furniture is vintage, examine its serial number, which you will usually find in a hidden spot, such as beneath a tabletop or on the back or bottom of a casegood. By cross-referencing this number with information available on trusted online resources, you should be able to estimate the year of production. Drexel furniture produced more than 20 years ago would qualify as vintage. If you need assistance with dating your piece, seek the advice of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Drexel furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify vintage wicker furniture, first try looking for a maker's marking, usually found under tabletops or seats. If you find a marking, you can use trusted online resources to determine which company or artisan crafted your furniture. Then, you can read further to determine when they were active and producing pieces like yours. To be vintage, your furniture must be at least 20 but no more than 99 years old. If you don't see a marking or have trouble conducting research, consider having a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer assist you. Find an assortment of vintage wicker furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJuly 30, 2024One way to tell if wrought iron furniture is vintage is to look for markings that indicate who produced it. Markings may appear on the underside, back and legs of wrought iron tables and chairs. You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours. Consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer if you can't find markings or have difficulty dating a piece.
Walter Lamb’s adventurous works and those of other mid-century designers noted for their seminal outdoor furniture — a list that includes Hendrik Van Keppel and Taylor Green, Russell Woodard, Maurizio Tempestini for John B. Salterini and Richard Schultz for Knoll — is often found among the offerings of 1stDibs dealers.
In colder regions, wrought iron, which can be left outdoors all year round, was the material of choice in outdoor furniture designs for the Atomic Age.
Shop a variety of vintage wrought iron furniture on 1stDibs. - 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 ExpertMay 3, 2024To identify vintage Woodard patio furniture, look for the maker's markings. On three-piece sets, you'll typically find paper labels that bear the brand name underneath the cushions. Sofa and chair frames may also feature welded-on metal labels bearing the brand name. For wrought iron pieces, check the frame for an embossed "Woodard" mark. Once you find the markings, you can use trusted online resources to determine a rough idea of the age of your piece. Anything produced more than 20 years ago, but less than a century ago, is vintage. Pieces more than 100 years old are antique, while those made within the last two decades are contemporary. If you're unable to locate any markings, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can assist you with identification and dating. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of Woodard furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To find out how much vintage furniture is worth, look at the history of sale prices for comparable pieces on trusted online platforms. You can begin your research by determining the maker of your furniture. Since the condition of your furniture will also impact its value, you may also wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate it. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage furniture.