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Midcentury Vitrine in Oak by Børge Mogensen, Made in Sweden
By Børge Mogensen, Karl Anderson
Located in Lejre, DK
Rare low vitrine in oak with adjustable shelves. Designed by Danish architect Børge Mogensen for
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
19th C. French Louis XV Style Vitrine
Located in Houston, US
19th C. French Louis XV style hand carved vitrine in oak with original glass. Hand carved
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Vitrines
Materials
Glass, Oak
Antique Flemish Vitrine in a Bleached Oak
Located in Schellebelle, BE
A beautiful fully original Antique Flemish Vitrine from the Flanders,
Bleached Oak with original
Category
Antique 1790s Belgian Vitrines
Materials
Oak
Vitrine in White Oak with 4 Sides of Glass by Deborah Ehrlich
By Deborah Ehrlich
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
balance.
Opening the glass door to this vitrine gives one a sense of weightlessness. The tiniest pull
Category
2010s Swedish Vitrines
Materials
Oak
Louis XV style oak vitrine cabinet, in two parts, from Belgium, C 1900.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The top having an arched crown with a central foliate carving over a single arched, 9-pane glass door (one pane cracked) that reveals two glass shelves. The base having a single doo...
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Louis XV Vitrines
Materials
Oak
Antique French counter display case in oak, ca. 1900
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / counter display case / oak, wood / Romantic / Antique
Antique five-sided counter
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Romantic Vitrines
Materials
Glass, Oak
Large Art Deco Showcase in Stained Oak and Glass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Showcase, oak, glass and metal, Europe, 1940s.
This large showcase is made in dark stained oak
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Vitrines
Materials
Metal
Ernesto Valabrega for Vittorio Valabrega Wall-Mounted Showcase in Solid Oak
By Vittorio Valabrega
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernesto Valabrega for Vittorio Valabrega, wall-mounted showcase, oak, glass, Italy, 1930s.
This
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Vitrines
Materials
Glass, Oak
H 40.56 in W 66.93 in D 15.75 in
Unique Henning Kjaernulf Style Glazed Display Cabinet in Solid Oak 1970s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Meer, VAN
Unique Henning Kjaernulf Style Glazed Display Cabinet in Solid Oak 1970s
This is a truly special
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Materials
Oak
H 70.48 in W 31.11 in D 14.97 in
Richly decorated baroque style display case in oak, Belgium ca. 1950
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Belgium / 1950 / display case / oak and glass / mid-century / baroque
A rare to find baroque style
Category
Vintage 1950s Belgian Baroque Vitrines
Materials
Glass, Wood, Oak
9 Cabinet of Curiosities University Wall Displays in Oak 1930s the Netherlands
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
These solid oak wall hung curiosity displays were used in a biology classroom of a Dutch university
Category
Vintage 1930s Dutch Victorian Vitrines
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 2.76 in W 65.16 in D 11.23 in
Tall Corner Cabinet in Oak & Glass by Henning Kjærnulf, Mid Century, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Such a stunning midcentury cabinet / virtine in solid oak. Made by a Danish designer Henning (Henry
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Materials
Brass
H 56.7 in W 34.65 in D 20.48 in
German Oak Bookcase with Folding Doors in Style of Globe Wernicke, Ca 1900s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This bookcase was produced by F.Soennecken in the Germany around 1900. It features 3 stackable large compartments with cut glass sliding doors. The interior dimensions of the compart...
Category
Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Vitrines
Materials
Oak
H 62.21 in W 34.65 in D 16.15 in
Art Deco Showcase in Oak and Glass and Decorative Copper Detailing
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vitrine or showcase, oak, glass, copper, Europe, 1940s
This wonderful Art Deco showcase is made in
Category
Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Vitrines
Materials
Brass
18th Century French Louis XVI Period Whitewashed Bookcase, Vitrine
Located in Dallas, TX
18th century French Louis XVI period whitewashed bookcase ~ vitrine in oak features a stately
Category
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Oak
Display Case by Donald Lloyd Mckinley, Canada, 1965
Located in Berlin, DE
Unique sculptural display case in oak from 1965 by craftsmen Donald Lloyd Mckinley (signed). Glass
Category
Vintage 1960s Canadian American Craftsman Vitrines
Materials
Wood, Oak
French Directoire Style Vitrine and Bookcase in Solid Oak
Located in Landivy, FR
.
4 adjustable oak shelves on wooden racks.
This vitrine is fully assembled in our workshop
Category
2010s French Directoire Bookcases
Materials
Cherry, Oak
French Country White Painted Vitrine Display Cabinet Bookcase, circa 1940
Located in Round Top, TX
French country large display cabinet, bookcase or vitrine in two sections.
Oak wood later
Category
Mid-20th Century French Country Bookcases
Materials
Metal
H 90.5 in W 88.25 in D 18 in
20th Mid Century Cabinet in Solid Oak with Glass Front, by Danish Cabinetmaker
By Hans J. Wegner, Rud Rasmussen, Kurt Østervig, Mogens Koch
Located in Odense, DK
A sculptural mid century cabinet / vitrine in solid oak and with glass fronts. Made by a Danish
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Oak
H 43.31 in W 41.74 in D 15.75 in
20th Mid Century Cabinet in Solid Oak with Glass Front, by Danish Cabinetmaker
By Kurt Østervig, Mogens Koch, Hans J. Wegner, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Odense, DK
Sculptural mid century cabinet / vitrine in solid oak and with brass fittings. Made by a Danish
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Oak
H 42.92 in W 43.31 in D 17.72 in
Swedish Antique Vitrine in Oak from, 1820s
Located in Singapore, SG
Stunning vitrine in all original. Glass sides, glass shelves and back mirror. A highly rare piece
Category
Antique 1820s Swedish Art Nouveau Vitrines
Materials
Oak
18th Century Dutch Oak Vitrine
Located in Port Chester, NY
A spectacular early Dutch vitrine in polished oak. We believe this piece to be from delft
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Boxed Display Tarantula Spider Taxidermy
Located in Ulft, Gelderland
Boxed display Tarantula spider taxidermy. In oak wooden vitrine.
Category
Mid-20th Century Taxidermy
Mid Century Rectangular Danish Display Cabinet, Vitrine, Made in Oak, 1960s
By Rud Rasmussen
Located in Odense, DK
Huge mid century rectangular display cabinet, vitrine in oak. Made in Denmark, ca 1960s.
Great
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Materials
Oak
H 61.03 in W 98.43 in D 31.5 in
1920s Belgian Neoclassical Oak Vitrine
Located in High Point, NC
Carved ionic column moldings and handsome cornices give a Neoclassical inflection to this oak
Category
Vintage 1920s Belgian Neoclassical Revival Vitrines
Materials
Glass, Oak
1800s French Provincial Oak Vitrine
Located in High Point, NC
Neoclassical grandeur meets provincial charm in this antique oak vitrine. Made in France, circa
Category
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Vitrines
Materials
Oak
19th Century French Oak Vitrine
Located in High Point, NC
This antique Provincial vitrine in natural oak combines elegance with country simplicity. Made in
Category
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Vitrines
Materials
Glass, Oak
Late 19th Century Bleached Oak Vitrine
Located in High Point, NC
A bleached oak vitrine produced in France, circa 1880. Stands over seven feet tall with a rustic
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Vitrines
Materials
Glass, Oak
19th Century French Provincial Oak Vitrine
Located in High Point, NC
This delightful vitrine in natural oak would have originally been used to display the prized glass
Category
Antique 19th Century French Gothic Revival Vitrines
Materials
Glass, Oak
20th Century Italian Vitrine or Display Cabinet in Solid Oak Wood
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Italian about 1930s vitrine in solid oak wood. On the front, precious worked glasses like those of
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Vitrines
Materials
Oak
Early 19th Century French Bleached Oak Vitrine
Located in High Point, NC
This spacious oak vitrine made in France circa 1800 has a remarkable faceted shape that provides
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French French Provincial Vitrines
Materials
Glass, Oak
19th Century English Bleached Oak Vitrine
Located in Wichita, KS
A handsome bleached oak English vitrine in two parts from the 19th century with original glaze
Category
Antique 19th Century English Vitrines
19th Century French Wooden Vitrine
Located in High Point, NC
Tiger stripe-like flashes of wood grain that dart across the surface of this characteristic oak
Category
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Vitrines
Materials
Glass, Oak
Art Deco Tall Showcase in Oak and Glass, Czechoslovakia, 1910s
Located in Zohor, SK
oak wood construction and ornaments all around the showcase show great deal of wood carpentry and
Category
Vintage 1910s Czech Art Deco Vitrines
Materials
Glass, Oak
Showcase in Glass and Oak, circa 1940
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vitrine, wood, glass, steel, Europe, 1940s.
This sturdy and geometric showcase in glass and wood
Category
Vintage 1940s European Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Materials
Steel
Spectacular Original Antique General Store Tobacco Cabinet in Quarter-Sawn Oak
By A. N. Russell & Sons
Located in Chicago, IL
. This substantial two piece quarter-sawn oak tobacco/cigar cabinet offers 9 tin lined upper and 4 lower
Category
Antique 19th Century American Primitive Vitrines
H 90 in W 98.25 in D 15.75 in
Oak Sitting Room by Francesco Binfarè for Cassina Vintage, Italy, 1980s
By Francesco Binfaré, Cassina
Located in Milano, IT
be used to expand the table surface. Stained oak wood and pearwood for the interiors, screen printed
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Materials
Metal
H 68.12 in W 78.75 in D 20.87 in
20th Century Display Cases in Solid Mahogany with 2 Drawers / Shelves
Located in Kastrup, DK
be changed). Top shelf in ½ size (can be omitted). Lower part made of oak. England circa 1920. This
Category
Early 20th Century English Vitrines
Materials
Mahogany, Oak, Fabric, Glass
H 38.59 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in
18th Century Dutch Bombe Kast or Cupboard
Located in Miami, FL
floral bonnet. This beautiful vitrine is in oak with a more recent painted grey finish, reminiscent of
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Dutch Vitrines
Materials
Oak
Mobile Espositore Inglese Anni 40-50
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
Banco espositore da negozio in vetro, con 16 scomparti cassetti estraibili, gambe con piedini regolabili, ed è impreziosito da misuratore in ottone in yards. In legno impiallacciato ...
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Materials
Beech, Oak
Elegant Glass Cabinet with Inlays, Holland, Early 1800s
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant glass cabinet with carved uprights, feet and pediment. A pair of doors with mirrors on the lower case. Large shaped glass door. Richly inlaid with flowers and tulips. Manufac...
Category
Antique 19th Century Dutch Other Vitrines
Materials
Maple, Oak, Walnut, Burl
Antique Belgian Oak Vitrine
Located in High Point, NC
Rich oak texture characterizes the surfaces of this oak vitrine, made in Belgium circa 1900
Category
Antique Early 1900s Belgian Neoclassical Revival Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Glass, Oak
1880s French Bleached Oak Vitrine
Located in High Point, NC
A bleached oak vitrine produced in France circa 1880. A tremendous nine foot eight inch vitrine
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Cabinets
Materials
Oak, Glass
Midcentury Vitrine in Teak and Oak by Børge Mogensen, Made in Sweden
By Børge Mogensen, Karl Anderson
Located in Lejre, DK
Rare vitrine in teak and oak with adjustable shelves. Designed by Danish architect Børge Mogensen
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
H 57.49 in W 52.76 in D 14.18 in
20th Century French MD Compartment Oak and Glass Secretary, Bookcase, 1960s
Located in LEGNY, FR
20th century French "MD" vitrine with five compartments in oak and glass.
You can adjust the five
Category
Vintage 1960s French Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Oak
H 82.68 in W 31.5 in D 14.57 in
Antique French Oak Large Display Cabinet Bookcase Painted White, circa 1880's
Located in Round Top, TX
French country large display cabinet, bookcase or vitrine in two sections.
Oak wood later
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Country Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paint
H 101 in W 111.25 in D 25.5 in
Vitrine in Oak by Børge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen, Karl Anderson
Located in Lejre, DK
Low vitrine in oak with adjustable shelves. Designed by Danish architect Børge Mogensen for Karl
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Rare Vitrine in Oak by Børge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen, Karl Anderson
Located in Lejre, DK
Rare Vitrine in oak with adjustable shelves. Designed by Danish architect Børge Mogensen for Karl
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Vitrine in Oak and Glass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vitrine in glass and oak, Europe, 1960s.
Sturdy and geometric showcase in oak. The base of this
Category
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Materials
Glass, Oak
Pair of Mid-Century Vitrines in Oak by Børge Mogensen, Made in Sweden
By Børge Mogensen, Karl Anderson
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of low vitrine cabinets in oak with adjustable shelves. Designed by Danish architect Børge
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Oak
H 33.08 in W 26.78 in D 14.18 in
Midcentury Display Cabinet in Oak by Børge Mogensen, Swedish Modern 1960s
By Børge Mogensen, Karl Anderson
Located in Lejre, DK
Low vitrine in oak with adjustable shelves. Designed by Danish architect Børge Mogensen for Karl
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Oak
H 32.29 in W 52.76 in D 12.6 in
Late 19th Century French Bleached Oak Vitrine
Located in High Point, NC
A bleached oak vitrine produced in France, circa 1880. Stands over seven feet tall with a rustic
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Vitrines
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Cabinet / Vitrine in Nutwood & Oak, by a Danish Cabinetmaker, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
Exquisite rare vitrine / cabinet in solid oak and nutwood veener. Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker in
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Vitrines
Materials
Brass
H 59.06 in W 55.12 in D 19.69 in
French Bleached Oak Vitrine Cabinet, circa 1770-1800
Located in Round Top, TX
The traditional scrolled and arched crown is captivating in this French vitrine. The oak has been
Category
Antique Late 18th Century French Country Vitrines
Materials
Glass, Oak, Paint
Large Oval Showcase in Oak and Glass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Showcase, oak, glass, brass, Belgium, 1950s
This large vitrine has a wonderful oval shape that
Category
Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Materials
Brass
Dutch Showcase in Walnut, Mahogany and Oak from 20th Century
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
oak of beautiful line and pleasant decor. Vitrine with two doors and a drawer on the base of good
Category
Vintage 1920s Dutch Vitrines
Materials
Mahogany, Oak, Walnut
Display Buffet-Cabinet, Antique French Black Forest in Hand Carved Oak
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French hand carved black forest display buffet/cabinet
Ideal for displaying a collection or perhaps even the evening's repast, this antique Black Forest display buffet featu...
Category
Antique 1890s French Black Forest Vitrines
Materials
Glass, Oak
Antique Handcrafted Mahogany Wall Cabinet with Shelfs and Picture Frame in Door
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique and amazing wall display cabinet with étagère on the outside.
This handcrafted wall cabinet from the late 1800s is another one of our magnificent recent finds. The size, th...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Vitrines
Materials
Brass
H 32.75 in W 30.25 in D 10 in
Mid-Century Cabinet / Vitrine in Nutwood & Oak, by a Danish Cabinetmaker, 1950s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, Martin Nyrop, Rud Rasmussen, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Odense, DK
Exquisite rare vitrine / cabinet in solid oak and nutwood veener. Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker in
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Brutalist Cabinets
Materials
Oak
H 70.87 in W 43.31 in D 18.12 in
20th Mid Century Cabinet in Solid Oak with Glass Front, by Danish Cabinetmaker
By Kurt Østervig, Mogens Koch, Hans J. Wegner, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Odense, DK
Sculptural mid century cabinet / vitrine in solid oak and with brass fittings. Made by a Danish
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Oak
H 49.81 in W 43.71 in D 17.92 in
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Vitrine In Oak For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal vitrine in oak for your home. Frequently made of wood, oak and glass, every vitrine in oak was constructed with great care. There are 567 variations of the antique or vintage vitrine in oak you’re looking for, while we also have 41 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect vitrine in oak — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A vitrine in oak made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with industrial — is very popular. Børge Mogensen, EMOTIONAL OBJECTS and João Faria each produced at least one beautiful vitrine in oak that is worth considering.
How Much is a Vitrine In Oak?
A vitrine in oak can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,730, while the lowest priced sells for $159 and the highest can go for as much as $250,000.
Finding the Right Vitrines for You
Why not give your precious collectibles the case pieces they deserve? Antique and vintage vitrines can be used to safely store and display your most treasured objects.
While they were initially used to display relics in churches or to preserve specimens for scientific observation, vitrines are best known for their place in retail spaces and museums. The name for these glass display cases comes from the Latin word “vitrum,” meaning glass, as well as the Old French word “vitre,” which also refers to glass. Instead of simply showcasing collector’s items on shelves, you can bestow extra importance on them by displaying them in a vitrine for passers-by to observe and admire.
Not all vitrines are created equal. Over time, furniture makers have explored different shapes and sizes for vitrines. A display case you’ll find in a retail store will likely look drastically different from what you’ll see in a museum or art gallery. A vitrine in a shop is likely there to best market specific wares to the general public, while in museums there is usually a range of different vitrines intended to house and protect single objects or to display a grouping of artifacts.
Most of us have an antique, new or vintage case piece in our home. Though the terms “case pieces” and “case goods” may cause even the most decor-obsessed to stumble, these furnishings have been a vital part of the home for centuries. Any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — cabinets, dressers, buffets — may be properly termed a case piece.
Mirror-backed vitrines, which refer to cases that usually feature shelved and mirrored interiors, are a most appropriate home for your jewelry or decorative objects. Adding such items to a vitrine already suggests that there is an irreplaceable preciousness to the case’s contents, and the mirrors will emphasize as much as well as refract more light to render the display eye-catching.
On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique and vintage vitrines to protect and preserve your most prized items. The collection of mid-century modern vitrines and Art Deco vitrines is mostly inclusive of those built with a wooden frame, but there are many other types to choose from as well. It’s time to give your collectibles a good home!
Questions About Vitrine In Oak
- What is a vitrine?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 12, 2024A vitrine is a type of case piece or storage furniture. Antique and vintage vitrines can be used to safely store and display your most treasured objects.
While they were initially used to display relics in churches or to preserve specimens for scientific observation, vitrines are best known for their place in retail spaces and museums. The name for these glass display cases comes from the Latin word “vitrum,” meaning glass, as well as the Old French word “vitre,” which also refers to glass.
Instead of simply showcasing collectibles or decorative objects on shelves, you can bestow extra importance on them by displaying them in a vitrine for passers-by to observe and admire.
Find antique vitrines for sale on 1stDibs. - What is Vitrine furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The French word vitre means window or glass. Vitrine is used to describe a piece of furniture, typically a cabinet, that features glass which allows objects to be displayed. Shop a collection of vitrine furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a French vitrine?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A French vitrine is a type of case good furniture used for displaying china and decorative objects. It usually features a carved wooden body and a glass front that provides a view of an interior storage cabinet or shelving. Shop a collection of antique French vitrines on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between honey oak and golden oak is color. Rather than types of wood, these names refer to finish colors offered by some manufacturers of furniture and wood finishes, such as flooring and cabinetry. No standard naming conventions exist for these products, so the differences may vary from maker to maker. However, generally, golden implies that a wood finish has a yellow hue, while honey may describe a brown or a more orange-ish finish. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of wood furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021Although oak is more efficient due to the way the lumber is cut, quarter sawn oak is more stable and structurally sound than oak. Find a variety of vintage and antique quarter sawn oak furniture such as chairs, tables, bookcases and much more on 1stDibs.
- What is Tiger Oak?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Contrary to its name, tiger oak is not a type of wood, rather, it's the product of a specific milling process called quarter sawing. The woods has a distinctive grain pattern that's considered quite high-end.
- What is American oak?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021American oak comes from oak trees that grow in America (as opposed to in Europe). While both are pale, American oaks have a slightly pink undertone and European oaks have a honey-hued undertone.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023There are a few differences between the AP Royal Oak and Royal Oak Offshore. First, the Offshore is bigger than the classic Royal Oak. Offshore models start at 42 millimeters, while the classic Royal Oak is 41 millimeters or less. The Offshore also has bolder details, such as a larger Tapisserie pattern on the dial. In addition, the Offshore is available in materials not commonly used to produce the classic Royal Oak, such as rubber and ceramic. Find a wide range of Audemars Piguet watches on 1stDibs.
- Is oak furniture worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024Many people feel that oak furniture is worth it. In addition to having an attractive appearance due to its regular grain pattern and natural color, oak is a dense hardwood that holds up well to the effects of use. It is also somewhat water-resistant, making it less likely to warp, especially when sealed. Keep in mind that other factors affect furniture quality beyond its wood type. Comparing construction techniques, joinery, hardware types and other characteristics can help you select furniture that suits your needs, appeals to your sense of style and fits your budget. Shop a large collection of oak furniture and other wood furniture on 1stDibs.
- Can oak furniture be refinished?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, oak furniture can indeed be refinished. First, clean the oak, then sand down the existing finish with coarse sandpaper, then apply a coat of sealant. Finish your DIY project by staining or painting the wood. You can also save the hassle by shopping a collection of oak furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is the best finish for Oak?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021The best finish for oak must help prevent the wood from swelling and cracking, protect it from stains, and strengthen its appearance. Shop a wide array of oak tables, seating furniture, storage cabinets and more on 1stDibs today.
- Is Oak good for turning?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Some of the best woods for turning include birch, ash, maple and walnut usually because they can turn quite well. Oak can be good for turning if you take time on the drying process, as oak will sometimes check or crack.
- Is oak good for tabletops?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Whether oak is good for tabletops is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, hardwoods like oak typically resist scratching, and many people find the color and grain pattern of oak to be visually appealing. Shop a collection of oak tables on 1stDibs.
- What is tiger oak furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Tiger oak furniture refers to tables, case goods, seating and other furnishings produced out of a specific type of wood called tiger oak. It is conventional oak wood that undergoes quarter sawing to create a striped grain pattern. Find a variety of tiger oak furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is walnut harder than oak?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024No, walnut is not harder than oak. On the Janka hardwood hardness scale, walnut's rating is 1010. By comparison, red oak's rating is 1290, and white oak's rating is 1335. The Janka scale tests the amount of force required to embed a steel ball of a certain size into a hardwood species, and the higher the number, the denser and harder the wood. On this scale, oak ranks significantly higher than walnut. Explore a wide range of wood furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is oak furniture good quality?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, oak furniture can be of good quality. As a dense, strong hardwood, oak can make for sturdy furniture that is capable of standing the test of time. However, the methods used to craft furniture and the strength of the hardware and adhesives that go into it also impacts the overall quality. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of oak furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024Yes, 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Considering the fact that oak kitchen cabinets were most popular during the 1980s and 90s, they may feel slightly outdated today. However, depending on how the rest of the kitchen is designed, oak cabinets can certainly appear more contemporary.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021How much a Royal Oak Offshore wristwatch will cost depends on model, condition and more. It is visibly larger than a Royal Oak wristwatch. It measures 42mm in diameter while a Royal Oak measures 41mm. Their prices can range from $21,000 to $32,000. Some models can even go as high as $55,000. On 1stDibs, the price ranges from under $30,000 to over $45,000. Find a range of antique and vintage wristwatches here today.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024Yes, you can paint solid oak furniture. However, if a piece already has a finish on it, you may need to strip the paint using a chemical stripper or hand tools and apply a primer before painting. Because the stripping process can result in damage when performed improperly, you may wish to have a professional paint your furniture for you. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of solid oak furniture.
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Italian studio DimoreMilano mustered great ingenuity when crafting these sculptural shelves, which are built without any screws.
28 Cheerful Home Bars, Where Everybody (Literally) Knows Your Name
Simple or sophisticated, equipped with console, cart or custom cabinetry, these stylish bar areas deserve a toast.
Ask an Interior Designer: Work-from-Home Edition
Leaping into a design project, whether it's refreshing the bedroom or redoing the whole house, can be overwhelming. Luckily, we know more than a few interior designers. You asked questions on Instagram, and now they're answering.
Collected and Eclectic, ‘Wunderkammern’ Are Back in a Big Way
Introduced nearly 500 years ago, curiosity cabinets are finding new fans among today's collectors and designers.
Meet the Incredible Woman Transforming Fallen Trees into Sleek Furniture
In the hands of New York Heartwoods cofounder Megan Offner, unwanted local trees become works of design art.
These New York Architects Love a Complicated Project
From Brooklyn townhouses to Maine campgrounds, Trattie Davies and Jonathan Toews relish a challenge, like transforming a former warehouse space into the new 1stdibs Gallery.