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Beauvais Tapestry and Beech Wood Furniture Suite
By Beauvais Royal Manufactory
Located in London, GB
This five-piece furniture suite is an elegant piece of early 18th-century French design. The suite
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1720s French Louis XV Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Tapestry, Upholstery, Beech

20th Century Spanish Pine Wood Grey Patined Cupboard
Located in Madrid, ES
Spanish rustic patinated painted pine wood furniture, early 20th century. The article presents a
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Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood, Pine

China 18th Century Chinese Decoration Element in Lacquered and Gilded Wood
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Interesting element probably coming from a lacquered and gilded wood furniture or panel
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18th Century Chinese Qing Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Giltwood, Wood, Lacquer

Antique Secretary, Scandinavia, Around 1870, After Renovation
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique secretary from the end of the 19th century from Scandinavia Made of walnut wood Furniture
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1870s Scandinavian Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Bamboo Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
is much rarer than the wood furniture as few have survived. The joinery on bamboo furniture can be
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Early 20th Century Chinese Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Bamboo

Antique secretary from around 1880, Northern Europe.
Located in Chorzów, PL
mahogany wood. Furniture in preserved in very good condition In my workshop it was restored and finished in
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1880s Swedish Biedermeier Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Set of Six Upholstered, Carved Spanish Isabelina / Victorian Period Side Chairs
Located in Madrid, ES
. Standing sturdily on elegant cabriole legs, the dark wood furniture is subtly embellished with carved
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19th Century Spanish Victorian Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of Late 19th Century Chinese Bamboo Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
rarer than the wood furniture as few have survived. The joinery on bamboo furniture can be very enticing
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Late 19th Century Chinese Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Bamboo

18th Century, Italian Olive Wood Paved and Inlaid Chest of Drawers
Located in IT
drawers made in the early 18th century in Piedmont (northern Italy). These wood furniture is paved with
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Early 18th Century Italian Louis XIV Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Early 18th Century English Walnut Veneered Stepped Interior Georgian Bureau Desk
Located in New York, NY
& Antiques from a collector in Yorkshire. Georgian wood furniture never forgets functionality, with a flap
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Early 18th Century English George I Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Metal

Set of Antique Handmade, Upholstered Rustic Wood Chairs from Northern Spain
Located in Madrid, ES
wood furniture shows the marks and wear of well over 100 years of use, adding character and alluding to
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Early 19th Century Spanish Rustic Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Hardwood, Upholstery

early 20th Wabi sabi wood wall decor panel. Japanese vintage cypress dough board
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
kg) *** We're eco-friendly, organic-oriented vintage wood furniture & fitting seller. Avoiding the
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Early 20th Century Japanese Rustic Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood, Cypress

18th C. Spanish Carlos III Chair Back Sofa w/ Carved Walnut and Red Silk Fabric
Located in Madrid, ES
walnut wood furniture and silk fabric upholstery.  This is an unusual piece due to its relatively large
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18th Century Spanish Queen Anne Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Silk, Walnut

Set of 4 Antique Queen Anne Side Chairs, Hand-Carved Wood, Original Silk Fabric
Located in Madrid, ES
A matched set of four Queen Anne style side chairs, with urn-shaped pierced back splats. The wood
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18th Century Spanish Queen Anne Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Chinese Burl Top Square Table, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
wood grain that catches the light beautifully. Burl wood furniture such as this was given pride of
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood, Burl

Chinese Burl Top Square Table, c. 1850
Chinese Burl Top Square Table, c. 1850
H 32.75 in W 33 in D 36 in
Huge Decorative Scientific Induction Coil
Located in Peekskill, NY
years but nothing of this Size or quality. The wood furniture surrounding the coil is beautiful showing
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Five Piece 19th Century Isabelina Sofa and Chair Set
Located in Madrid, ES
design scheme. There are cracks in some of the wood furniture, and one of the side chairs needs to be re
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Mid-19th Century Spanish Other Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

1850s-60s Japanese antique box chest of drawers, Edo era. wabi sabi urushi tansu
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
) *** We're eco-friendly, organic-oriented vintage wood furniture & fitting seller. Avoiding the harsh
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Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Japanese antique drawer 1860s-1920s / primitive wabi sabi mid tansu
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
of the thickness of the board. *** We're eco-friendly, organic-oriented vintage wood furniture
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood, Cedar

1920s-30s Japanese antique 2 tier mizuya tansu wabi sabi urushi chest w/ drawers
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
eco-friendly, organic-oriented vintage wood furniture & fitting seller. Avoiding the harsh chemicals
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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood, Cedar, Elm

Vintage Art Déco Streamline Burled Wood Tubular Steel Bauhaus Single Bed, 1920s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
why the burl has become an element of luxury equipment. Burled wood furniture complements the interior
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1920s Unknown Bauhaus Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Japanese antique small box chest of drawers, 1916. Taisho wabi sabi urushi tansu
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
vintage wood furniture & fitting seller. Avoiding the harsh chemicals as much as possible, using organic
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Japonisante Etagère in bamboo and lacquer attributed to Perret & Vibert, France
By Perret et Vibert
Located in Roma, RM
carved wood furniture and lacquered furniture with Far Eastern inspiration. Perret & Vibert, true
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Late 19th Century Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Wood

Antique 19th Century Upholstered Sofa King Louis Philippe, Northern Italy
Located in Zagreb, HR
has been professionally restored, new upholstery, hand polished with natural shellac. Walnut wood
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Mid-19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

18th Century Louis XV Canapé / Sofa Set with Matching Armchairs, Original Silk
Located in Madrid, ES
pattern of small flowers and abstract shapes. The wood furniture has a layer of gilt, and is decorated
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Late 18th Century French Louis XV Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Silk, Giltwood

Japanese antique wooden bookcase 1898, Meiji era. wabi sabi small cabinet tansu
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
: 6.39 lb (2.9 kg) *** We're eco-friendly, organic-oriented vintage wood furniture & fitting seller
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

1870s-1910s Japanese antique Isho tansu, clothes chest of drawers, wabi sabi
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
kg) *** We're eco-friendly, organic-oriented vintage wood furniture & fitting seller. Avoiding the
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Japanese antique child's tricycle by Nichibei Fuji bicycle, early 20th Century
By Nichibei Fuji 1
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
Asian countries as well. *** We're eco-friendly, organic-oriented vintage wood furniture & fitting
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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Steel

1840s - 1870s Japanese antique large mizuya tansu cabinet, sideboard. wabi sabi
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
62.68 in / depth 17.72 in *** We're eco-friendly, organic-oriented vintage wood furniture & fitting
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Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Japanese antique drawer 1860s-1920s / Black urushi finished wabi sabi tansu
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
in actual item weight : 18.74 lb (8.5 kg) *** We're eco-friendly, organic-oriented vintage wood
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Cedar, Wood

1860s Japanese antique Edo Keio era wabi sabi urushi low writing desk, tea table
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
-oriented vintage wood furniture & fitting seller. Avoiding the harsh chemicals as much as possible, using
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Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

19th thick black lattice door. antique sliding door. wabi sabi Japanese shoji
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
vintage wood furniture & fitting seller. Avoiding the harsh chemicals as much as possible, using organic
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Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

One or Six Armchairs Designed by Josef Hoffmann
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Dallas, TX
have eight available. Documented: Jacob & Josef Kohn: Bugholzmöbel / Bent-wood furniture / bentwood
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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

One or Six Armchairs Designed by Josef Hoffmann
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Dallas, TX
have eight available. Documented: Jacob & Josef Kohn: Bugholzmöbel / Bent-wood furniture / bentwood
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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

Japanese vtg low table. solid Rosewood tabletop & antique leg frame. wabi sabi
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
frame) - w 33.07 in / d 32.28 in / h 13.19 in *** We're eco-friendly, organic-oriented vintage wood
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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Hardwood, Rosewood, Cedar

19th thick lattice door, antique sliding door w/ panel. Japanese wabi sabi shoji
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
) *** We're eco-friendly, organic-oriented vintage wood furniture & fitting seller. Avoiding the harsh
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Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Japanese antique large bamboo double layered basket - wabi sabi primitive decor
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
. *** We're eco-friendly, organic-oriented vintage wood furniture & fitting seller. Avoiding the harsh
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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Bamboo

Armchairs by Gustav Siegel for Kohn
By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Gustav Siegel
Located in Vienna, AT
firm Kohn, but also in the Gebr. Thonet and other Austro-Hungarian bend wood furnitures producers. It
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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Brass

Armchairs by Gustav Siegel for Kohn
Armchairs by Gustav Siegel for Kohn
H 30.32 in W 21.66 in D 21.26 in
Chairs by Gustav Siegel for Kohn
By Gustav Siegel, Jacob & Josef Kohn
Located in Vienna, AT
Austro-Hungarian bend wood furnitures producers. It was also an inspiration for Otto Wagner for his
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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Leather, Beech, Bentwood

Chairs by Gustav Siegel for Kohn
Chairs by Gustav Siegel for Kohn
H 29.93 in W 20.48 in D 20.48 in
Antique gyosho tansu Japanese peddler's backpack of drawers Edo-Meiji 1860s-1910
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
-oriented vintage wood furniture & fitting seller. Avoiding the harsh chemicals as much as possible, using
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Chinoiserie Style Mahogany Table Attributed Gabriel Viardot
By Gabriel Viardot
Located in New York, NY
family factory in around 1860. He manufactured carved wood furniture and is notorious for his production
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1890s French Chinoiserie Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Thonet Child Chair No14 webbing seat / Vienna / Bentwood / 1859
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Thonet, Michael Thonet
Located in EINDHOVEN, NL
functionalist principles. By the 1830s, Thonet’s experiments in laminated and steam-bent wood furniture, like
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1860s Austrian Louis Philippe Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Bentwood, Cane

STUNNiNG 17TH CENTURY ANGLESEY WALES SETTLE BENCH LOVELY HALLWAY TAVERN SEATING
Located in GB
Farnborough Antiques, they specialized in antique wood furniture and sculpture In terms of condition the
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1660s English Charles II Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

Turn of the Century English Oak 1900s Bench with Turned Baluster Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
for those who appreciate the warmth and character of antique wood furniture, this oak bench circa 1900
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Early 20th Century English Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Oak

A Rare and Finely Carved Egyptian Wooden Headrest
Located in London, GB
immortal life. Elegantly proportioned ancient Egyptian wood furniture was made for the use of the
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15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Exquisite Quality G. Jacob Bookcase
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
carved wood furniture. He developed a reputation for producing inventive designs for chairs, beds, and
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19th Century French Napoleon III Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Exquisite Quality G. Jacob Bookcase
Exquisite Quality G. Jacob Bookcase
H 52.76 in W 64.97 in D 14.97 in
19th Meiji era Japanese antique keyaki tansu wabi sabi urushi chest of drawers
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
-friendly, organic-oriented vintage wood furniture & fitting seller. Avoiding the harsh chemicals as much
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Iron

Venetian Demilune Console, Hand Carved Solid Mahogany, Restored
By Eugenio Quarti
Located in Vigonza, Padua
the Turin exhibition presenting modernist furniture in predominantly dark wood decorated with
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Early 1900s Italian Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Early 19C British Colonial Specimen Wood Side Table
Located in Dallas, TX
(Caribbean) for export to the UK. It is totally different from the normal pieces of specimen wood furniture
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Early 19th Century English William IV Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Hardwood, Rosewood, Elm

Antique Ivory Persian Dragon Serapi Heriz Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
enhance the sophistication and warmth of the space, complementing wood furniture and neutral tones. In a
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Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Wool

Furniture in Wood, 1920
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
furniture, clothes and construction elements, (it´s common to see this the old buildings of the historic
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1920s French Art Deco Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Furniture in Wood, 1920
Furniture in Wood, 1920
H 34.65 in W 17.33 in D 17.72 in
Furniture in Wood, 1930
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
furniture, clothes and construction elements, (it´s common to see this the old buildings of the historic
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1920s French Art Deco Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Furniture in Wood, 1930
Furniture in Wood, 1930
H 41.74 in W 39.38 in D 19.69 in
Furniture in Wood, 1930
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
furniture, clothes and construction elements, (it´s common to see this the old buildings of the historic
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1920s French Art Deco Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Wood

Furniture in Wood, 1930
Furniture in Wood, 1930
H 34.26 in W 37.41 in D 18.71 in
Furniture in Wood, 1960
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
furniture, clothes and construction elements, (it´s common to see this the old buildings of the historic
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1860s Italian Space Age Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Furniture in Wood, 1960
Furniture in Wood, 1960
H 29.93 in W 47.25 in D 16.93 in
Samuel Wood Antique Sterling Silver Sugar Caster
By Samuel Wood
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Wood; an addition to our silver teaware collection This exceptional and large antique Georgian
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1740s English Georgian Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Early California Rancho Style Monterey Furniture Lounge Club Chair c 1930's
By Monterey Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Incredible Monterey Furniture Club, Lounge Chair made in California circa 1930's. The chair
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Iron

Edward Wood Antique English Sterling Silver Trencher Salts 1728
By Edward Wood
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
3cm/1.2" Total Weight 3.3 troy ounces/112g Maker: Edward Wood Origin: London, England Date
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1720s English George II Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Korean Cabinet furniture “Samcheungjang”, fruit wood and bronze fittings
Located in Valladolid, ES
straight lines and simple planes. The frame of this furniture is made of Korean pine wood, visible on the
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1880s Korean Japonisme Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Royal England Blue and White Porcelain Bowl by Wood & Son
By Wood & Son
Located in Miami, FL
Marked "TRILBY" ROYAL SEMI-PORCELAIN WOOD & SON ENGLAND Brand: Wood & Son Style: flow blue
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Sterling Silver Aesthetic Movement Mug/Cup by Wood & Hughes
By Wood & Hughes
Located in New York, NY
Sterling silver Aesthetic Movement mug/cup on pedestal base, New York, Ca. 1875, Wood and Hughes
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1870s American Aesthetic Movement Wood Antique Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

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Wood Antique Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of wood antique furniture you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, metal and fabric, every item from our selection of wood antique furniture was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a choice in our collection of wood antique furniture — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each object in our assortment of wood antique furniture bearing Louis XVI, Louis XV or Baroque hallmarks is very popular. A well-made option in this array of wood antique furniture has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Andrianna Shamaris, Louis Vuitton and Interi are consistently popular.

How Much is a Wood Antique Furniture?

The average selling price for a piece of wood antique furniture at 1stDibs is $3,286, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $3,069,587 for the highest priced.
Questions About Wood Antique Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Bleaching furniture is quite easy as a process. Pour bleach onto a rag and wipe it evenly onto the wood, as if applying to a counter until the bleach feels dry. To achieve a lighter color, simply repeat.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Bocote is the most expensive wood for furniture.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Many companies make wood furniture. In fact, wood is one of the most commonly used materials for furniture construction. Some well-known makers include Hans J. Wegner, Stephanie Odegard Collection, Andrianna Shamaris, Stickley Furniture, Bassett Furniture, Baker Furniture Company and Cassina. Find a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary wood furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To see if your furniture is cherry wood, take a look at the grain. Cherry has a simple, closed grain, similar to maple wood. Shop a collection of cherry wood furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Whether Pulaski furniture is solid wood depends on the piece. Many of the American furniture maker's pieces feature solid wood construction. However, others are wood veneers over a wood base. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Pulaski furniture from some of the world's top dealers.
  • Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The best wood for rustic furniture can be cedarwood. It not only adds rich crimson hues to rustic log furniture, but it also boosts rot resistance and acts as a natural insect repellent. The dense knots in cedar add to the rustic log furniture's natural appearance. This sort of wood is both long-lasting and cost-effective. It can withstand temperature and moisture variations, making it less likely to expand or contract in response to humidity. In humid regions, it holds up nicely. Shop a variety of cedar furniture today on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Yes, most Bassett furniture is solid wood. The American furniture maker sources Appalachian hardwoods like cherry, oak and maple to use in its furniture. To ensure quality, all pieces are built by hand with techniques passed down from carpenters working in Appalachia during the 18th century. Explore a diverse assortment of Bassett furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Yes, maple is a good wood for furniture. The hardness and density of the material make for sturdy furniture that can hold up to the effects of regular use. In addition, many people find the natural grain patterns of maple wood to be visually appealing. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of maple wood furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    Yes, alder wood is good for furniture. Many people find its knotty appearance to be visually appealing, making it a popular pick for farmhouse and rustic-style pieces. Alder wood's hardness allows furniture produced from it to be sturdy and durable, and the material is economically priced compared to some other hardwoods. Find a range of alder wood furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Ercol furniture makes pieces out of a variety of hardwoods. Some popular materials include ash, walnut, elm, beech and oak. Typically, the company sources wood from North America and Europe. On 1stDibs, you can find a selection of Ercol furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Stickley furniture is made from a variety of wood types. However, the furniture manufacturer is best known for working with high-quality solid white oak wood. You'll find a collection of Stickley furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, in fact, pecan wood has been used for furniture, cabinetry and even in making certain tools. Pecan wood is durable and only moderately heavy. Shop a collection of pecan wood furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    Yes, oak wood is good for furniture. Due to its density, oak furniture is sturdy and can stand the test of time. The wood is also fairly resistant to rot, mold and mildew, especially when given a protective finish. As a result, it can even be used to make outdoor furniture. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of wood furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    The best known Liberty furniture is made of solid wood. Long before Liberty became one of London’s most iconic luxury department stores, 19th-century shoppers knew it as Liberty & Co. — purveyors of fine silverware designed in the Art Nouveau style, Arts and Crafts-style furniture and an eclectic assortment of ornaments, fabrics, fashion and other goods from around the world. Liberty & Co. also had a furniture workshop in Archway, London, run by Lawrence Turner and which employed carpenters to produce handcrafted, Arts and Crafts-style armchairs, stools, bookcases, cabinets, side tables and other furniture. Most of these high-quality and durable pieces were indeed made of solid wood such as oak, mahogany and walnut. In addition to their own in-house creations, Liberty & Co. also sold furniture by other designers, including chairs by German architect Richard Riemerschmid. Find antique Liberty & Co. furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Whether Bernhardt furniture is solid wood or not varies from piece to piece. The furniture maker does use solid hardwoods to produce the frames of some of its upholstered goods and instead employs plywood and engineered wood for frame construction. Many of Bernhardt's other furnishings feature wood veneers rather than solid wood. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Bernhardt furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    The best wood for outdoor furniture is a matter of preference. Teak, cypress, white oak and cedar are said to be among the most popular materials for outdoor furniture. Hardwoods are typically stronger and denser than their softwood counterparts when it comes to choosing the best tables and chairs for your patio and garden. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage wooden outdoor furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Teakwood is a type of wood popularly used in Indonesian furniture. It is a tropical hardwood mainly used in Java, Indonesia, that can grow up to 130 feet tall. Shop a collection of Indonesian furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Drexel Furniture was known for the use of oak wood, native to the area in North Carolina where the company was based. Their attention to quality and detail highlighted the beauty of the wood they used. Browse a variety of Drexel Furniture pieces from top sellers on 1stDibs.