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FEDERAL STYLE

Following the Revolutionary War, the American republic referenced the Roman Republic in its designs to celebrate its independence and declare itself a powerful new country. Imbued with neoclassical elements like those being promoted by architect Robert Adam in Great Britain, antique Federal-style furniture was the first distinctly American style in its melding of ancient influences, European aesthetics and national pride.

Dating roughly from 1790 to 1830, the style featured angular furniture with saber legs and smooth surfaces that contrasted with the curvy Rococo style that was previously in fashion. Eagles were common ornamental motifs on Federal-period furniture, as were cornucopia, lyres, garlands and scrolls, adding subtle flair to pieces characterized by clean lines, geometric symmetry, balanced shapes and a sense of grandeur.

Instead of sculptural carvings, authentic Federal-style furniture was adorned with inlays and patterned veneers that showcased the rich character of different grains and types of wood. As social life tended to be informal in the young country, furniture was often lightweight, so it could be easily rearranged in a drawing room or bedroom. Pieces like dining tables with drop leaves and sideboards became popular, replacing larger chests of drawers.

The Federal style varied by region: Artisans in Charleston, South Carolina, decorated chairs with carved backs, for instance, while those in Baltimore, Maryland, preferred painted details. Its major proponents included father-and-son cabinetmakers John and Thomas Seymour in Boston, Duncan Phyfe and Charles-Honoré Lannuier in New York and Samuel McIntire in Salem, Massachusetts.

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Style: Federal
Federal Style Shield Back Chairs with Faux Tortoise Leather Seats, pair
Federal Style Shield Back Chairs with Faux Tortoise Leather Seats, pair

Federal Style Shield Back Chairs with Faux Tortoise Leather Seats, pair

Located in Wichita, KS

A refined pair of Federal style shield back armchairs featuring elegant proportions and classic neoclassical detailing. Each chair is crafted in richly toned wood with delicately car...

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Early 20th Century Federal Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Clore Furniture Federal Style Solid Mahogany 2 Tier Bedside Nightstand
Clore Furniture Federal Style Solid Mahogany 2 Tier Bedside Nightstand

Clore Furniture Federal Style Solid Mahogany 2 Tier Bedside Nightstand

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Federal Style 2 Tier Bedside Nightstand by Clore Furniture. The stand features a classic square top with a subtly molded edge, crafted from beautifully full grained Mahogany with a w...

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1970s American Vintage Federal Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Early 20th Century Federal Style Iron and Brass Fireplace Insert
Early 20th Century Federal Style Iron and Brass Fireplace Insert

Early 20th Century Federal Style Iron and Brass Fireplace Insert

Located in Germantown, MD

An Early 20th Century Federal Style Iron and Brass Fireplace Insert. Measures 22.5" in width, 11.5" in depth and 20.75" in height.

Category

Early 20th Century American Federal Furniture

Materials

Brass, Iron

Zabihi Collection White Blue Color Vintage Chinese Rug
Zabihi Collection White Blue Color Vintage Chinese Rug

Zabihi Collection White Blue Color Vintage Chinese Rug

Located in New York, NY

A 3rd quarter of the 20th century Chinese rug in white and blue Details rug no. j3396 size 5' 6" x 7' 10" (168 x 239 cm)

Category

20th Century Chinese Federal Furniture

Materials

Wool

"Th. Jefferson" Engraved Portrait, after Alonzo Chappel
"Th. Jefferson" Engraved Portrait, after Alonzo Chappel

"Th. Jefferson" Engraved Portrait, after Alonzo Chappel

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Presented is an engraved portrait of Thomas Jefferson, after the painting by Alonzo Chappel. This seated portrait depicts our third president in his coat, suit, and cravat, with a qu...

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Late 19th Century American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Paper

Pair of Antique American Federal Tiger Maple Stands
Pair of Antique American Federal Tiger Maple Stands

Pair of Antique American Federal Tiger Maple Stands

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Handsome pair of early 20th century American stands handcrafted with a pegged construction in maple and tiger maple in classic form with three drawers, brass pulls, scalloped skirts ...

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20th Century American Federal Furniture

Materials

Maple

Nest of Three Biggs Virginia Federal Style Mahogany and Satinwood Inlaid
Nest of Three Biggs Virginia Federal Style Mahogany and Satinwood Inlaid

Nest of Three Biggs Virginia Federal Style Mahogany and Satinwood Inlaid

By Biggs Furniture

Located in Germantown, MD

A Nest of three Biggs Virginia federal style mahogany and satinwood inlaid. Tables measure: Largest table: 22"w x 15"D x 28"H, larger table 18"W x 14.5"D x 27.5"H, Smaller table meas...

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Mid-20th Century Federal Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

American Chinese Chippendale Tripod Tilt Top Table - Co. of Master Craftsmen
American Chinese Chippendale Tripod Tilt Top Table - Co. of Master Craftsmen

American Chinese Chippendale Tripod Tilt Top Table - Co. of Master Craftsmen

By Company of Master Craftsmen

Located in Dallas, TX

PRESENTING a LOVELY Early 20th century American piece, made circa 1930. Chinese Chippendale Style Tilt-top tripod table with frieze Gallery. Made of solid dark mahogany. Great condition! Manufactured by the 'Company of Master Craftsmen' and is correctly stamped in the base of the tilt-top, with an eagle crest. and the serial numbers 'D16389' and 'J1524'. Would have been retailed by W.& J. Sloane in New York City. Provenance: Bought from a reputable Dealer in Ireland. Dimensions: Top Down: 28.5 in High with diameter of top being 23 in Top Up: 39 in High THE Company of Master Craftsmen: The Company of Master Craftsmen was founded in 1925 as a subsidiary of W. & J. Sloane. W. & J. Sloane, based in New York City, was one of the oldest and most established furniture makers and retailers in the U.S. It had a history of furnishing many of the finest homes in the country including the Breakers and the White House. William Sloane Coffin Sr., who was President of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York and an executive with the Sloane Company, founded the Company of Master Craftsmen to make colonial style furniture. The company worked closely with the Metropolitan Museum’s American wing, reproducing rare pieces from the collection to decorate the homes and offices of many of New York’s and the country’s elite. The Company’s production was quite limited during its’ thirty years in business making their pieces quite rare and very collectible. Today, a number of museums including the Metropolitan Museum in New York and the M.F.A. in Boston have Company of Master Craftsmen pieces in their permanent collections as examples of Fine “revival” furniture. W. & J. Sloane: The company was founded as a rug importer and seller on March 2, 1843, by William Sloane who had just emigrated from Kilmarnock, Scotland, a town famous for weaving Fine carpets and rugs. In 1852 his younger brother John W. Sloane joined the firm, when it was renamed W. & J. Sloane. It was the first company to import oriental carpets into the United States. It soon expanded to include furniture and other home furnishings, and quickly became the choice of the elite in New York. In the late 19th century the company added an antiques department, started producing furniture, and became the first home furnishings store in the country, Billing itself as "W. & J. Sloane Interior Decorators and Home Furnishers." Its flagship store was originally located at Broadway and 19th Street, in "Ladies' Mile", relocating later to 414 Fifth Avenue at 38th Street, former flagship of Franklin Simon & Co. In 1891, W. & J. Sloane incorporated and set the national decorating taste of the United States, and over the next sixty years decorated the homes of the most prominent people in the country, including the Breakers and the White House, created Hollywood movie sets, and even designed and decorated interiors of automobiles. It opened a branch in San Francisco, California originally to furnish pavilions at the 1915 Panama-Pacific Exposition (it also furnished the model homes at the 1939 New York World's Fair). It later acquired other upscale firms such as the California Furniture Company, and in 1925 a subsidiary, the Company of Master Craftsmen was founded by William Sloane Coffin, Sr. (the father of Rev. William Sloane Coffin) to create colonial revival furniture. During World War II the company worked with the Newport News Company and the North Carolina Shipbuilding Company on shipbuilding contracts for the United States Navy fitting out the interiors of liberty ships under the direction of John Sloane...

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Early 20th Century American Federal Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Hand Painter Verre Églomisé Table Lamp with Federal Style Eagle Motif
Hand Painter Verre Églomisé Table Lamp with Federal Style Eagle Motif

Hand Painter Verre Églomisé Table Lamp with Federal Style Eagle Motif

Located in Houston, TX

Charming federal style verre églomisé American table lamp. Great for a classical or historic home. Newly re-wired for USA.

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1960s American Vintage Federal Furniture

Materials

Glass

18th Century Antique Federal Arch Top Transom Window, Blown Glass
18th Century Antique Federal Arch Top Transom Window, Blown Glass

18th Century Antique Federal Arch Top Transom Window, Blown Glass

Located in Greenwich, CT

Rescued from an estate outside of Boston, MA this antique arch top transom window adds an architectural feast to your space. The window has its original...

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18th Century American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass, Wood

American Mahogany Card table
American Mahogany Card table

American Mahogany Card table

Located in Huntington, NY

American Federal Mahogany Inlaid & Figural 5-legged Games Table Card table with gate leg on The shaped rectangular top above an Oval Inlaid Frieze with Flower medallions on square t...

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Late 18th Century American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Brass

Windsor Highchair In Original Paint Circa 1820
Windsor Highchair In Original Paint Circa 1820

Windsor Highchair In Original Paint Circa 1820

Located in Hudson, NY

Beautiful American, windsor, arrow-back high chair in original surface. Circa 1820, this chair is in excellent condition with an incredible surface history. The splayed legs are much...

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1820s American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Maple, Paint

19th Century American Federal Emerald Green Blown Glass Bell Jar Hall Lantern
19th Century American Federal Emerald Green Blown Glass Bell Jar Hall Lantern

19th Century American Federal Emerald Green Blown Glass Bell Jar Hall Lantern

Located in Litchfield, CT

Large antique 19th century American Federal emerald green blown glass bell jar hall lantern with tall witch's hat smoke shade. Wonderful deep green color. The lantern and smoke shade...

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19th Century American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Antique American Double Lemon Top Federal Style Brass Andirons
Antique American Double Lemon Top Federal Style Brass Andirons

Antique American Double Lemon Top Federal Style Brass Andirons

Located in Clifton Forge, VA

This is a classic and classy pair of antique brass andirons in the Federal double lemon style. They are in good condition with only the expected wear from age and use and would be a ...

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19th Century American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Brass

Handcrafted Federal Solid Black Walnut and Satinwood Silver Smith Chest
Handcrafted Federal Solid Black Walnut and Satinwood Silver Smith Chest

Handcrafted Federal Solid Black Walnut and Satinwood Silver Smith Chest

Located in Germantown, MD

A Handcrafted Solid Black Walnut Silver Chest in the Federal style. This piece is designed for storing silverware and features a lockable top section and a drawer for additional sto...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Federal Furniture

Materials

Brass

Early 19th-C. Federal Style Faux Tortoise Eglomise Trumeau Mirror
Early 19th-C. Federal Style Faux Tortoise Eglomise Trumeau Mirror

Early 19th-C. Federal Style Faux Tortoise Eglomise Trumeau Mirror

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a wonderful piece! Firstly, it should be noted that it may even be as early as the later part of the 18th century. Note the simplicity of the trumeau that depicts a single pi...

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Early 19th Century American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Wood

Assembled Set Of Six Federal Style Mahogany Upholstered Dining Chairs
Assembled Set Of Six Federal Style Mahogany Upholstered Dining Chairs

Assembled Set Of Six Federal Style Mahogany Upholstered Dining Chairs

Located in Germantown, MD

An exquisite set of Assembled Set Of Six Federal Style with fine carvings and inlays Mahogany Upholstered Dining Chairs. With quality orange and beige upholstery. Measurements: 1) 4 larger chairs are 21" in width x 22" in depth x 36" in height with Seat Height 18" 2) 2 smaller chairs...

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Mid-20th Century American Federal Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

American Federal Maple Candlestand
American Federal Maple Candlestand

American Federal Maple Candlestand

Located in Essex, MA

Circular fixed top with umbrella shaped inlay of exotic woods. Turned support with tripod splayed legs.

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1820s American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Maple

American Mahogany & Gilt Dolphin Upholstered Harp Stool with Paw Feet, NY C 1815
American Mahogany & Gilt Dolphin Upholstered Harp Stool with Paw Feet, NY C 1815

American Mahogany & Gilt Dolphin Upholstered Harp Stool with Paw Feet, NY C 1815

By Duncan Phyfe

Located in Charleston, SC

American mahogany harp stool with a carved molded back, flanking gilt dolphin supports, adjustable upholstered seat with a turned bulbous shaft, and resting...

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1810s American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

c. 1790-1810 Oval American Pembroke Table
c. 1790-1810 Oval American Pembroke Table

c. 1790-1810 Oval American Pembroke Table

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Circa 1790-1810 American oval pembroke table. Mahogany with holly or box drawer stringing and original brasses. Poplar secondary wood. Raised on graceful square, tapered legs. Proven...

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Early 19th Century American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Wood

19th Century Federal Curly Tiger Figured Walnut Butler's Fall Front Desk
19th Century Federal Curly Tiger Figured Walnut Butler's Fall Front Desk

19th Century Federal Curly Tiger Figured Walnut Butler's Fall Front Desk

Located in Germantown, MD

A 19th Century Curly Tiger Figured Walnut Butler two-part Fall Front Desk. Hand-rub refinished recently. Drawers operating smoothly. Measures 42" in width, 22" in depth and 88" in ...

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19th Century Unknown Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Brass

1930s Federal Style Mahogany and Crewel Upholstered Settee
1930s Federal Style Mahogany and Crewel Upholstered Settee

1930s Federal Style Mahogany and Crewel Upholstered Settee

Located in Germantown, MD

1930s Federal Style Mahogany and Crewel Upholstered Settee in good condition. Measures 44" in width, 24" in depth 38" in height. Seat height is 17" and arm height is 27". Seat inte...

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Early 20th Century American Federal Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Early American Federal Pole Screen, Mahogany & Maple, c. 1800
Early American Federal Pole Screen, Mahogany & Maple, c. 1800

Early American Federal Pole Screen, Mahogany & Maple, c. 1800

Located in Savannah, GA

Mahogany and maple pole screen on a tripod base featuring a center urn, adjustable brass slide and a lead weighted bottom. Stenciled floral motif on screen...

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Early 1800s American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Maple

19th Century English Country Diorama Wall Plaque in Federal Style
19th Century English Country Diorama Wall Plaque in Federal Style

19th Century English Country Diorama Wall Plaque in Federal Style

Located in Queens, NY

American Country style (19th Century) painted diorama wall plaque with clipper ship and American ship painted on back in mahogany frame encased in a wood and glass case.

Category

19th Century American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Glass

Baker Furniture Federal Inlaid Cherry Wood Sideboard Credenza
Baker Furniture Federal Inlaid Cherry Wood Sideboard Credenza

Baker Furniture Federal Inlaid Cherry Wood Sideboard Credenza

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Hepplewhite or Federal style sideboard, credenza, or buffet server By Baker Furniture, "Milling Road" Collection USA, Late 20th Century Cherry wood, with inlaid map...

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Late 20th Century American Federal Furniture

Materials

Cherry, Maple

American Tavern Table, Pine and Poplar, Scrub Top, Circa 1800
American Tavern Table, Pine and Poplar, Scrub Top, Circa 1800

American Tavern Table, Pine and Poplar, Scrub Top, Circa 1800

Located in Hudson, NY

Very handsome scrub top work table or Tavern table. Retaining all of the original surface and it's beautiful breadboard top. Made in both Pine and poplar, this table is very solid an...

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1790s American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Pine, Poplar

Pair of Antique Louis XVI Style Giltwood Wall Sconces with Eagles
Pair of Antique Louis XVI Style Giltwood Wall Sconces with Eagles

Pair of Antique Louis XVI Style Giltwood Wall Sconces with Eagles

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

Pair of Antique Louis XVI Style giltwood wall sconces Additional information: Materials: Wood Color: Gold Period: early 19th century Place of Origin: France Styles: Federal ...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Wood

Federal Highball Cocktail Glasses
Federal Highball Cocktail Glasses

Federal Highball Cocktail Glasses

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful set of five (5) highball cocktail glasses in the Federal style, circa mid-20th century, USA. Gold eagle and shield are font/center, flanke...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Federal Furniture

Materials

Glass

Antique American Hardwood Candlesticks, Original Bobeches, circa 1900
Antique American Hardwood Candlesticks, Original Bobeches, circa 1900

Antique American Hardwood Candlesticks, Original Bobeches, circa 1900

Located in Chatham, ON

Antique American pair of hardwood candlesticks - lathe turned - original metal bobeches - original wool felt liners to the bases - unsigned - United States - circa 1900. Good antiq...

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Late 19th Century American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Metal

Antique Country Painted Blanket Chest or Coffee Table
Antique Country Painted Blanket Chest or Coffee Table

Antique Country Painted Blanket Chest or Coffee Table

Located in Sheffield, MA

Antique American country blanket chest in beautiful original aged distressed blue painted surface. Iron handles at sides. Key for lock is no longer available. The open interior compa...

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19th Century American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Iron

Antique A.L. Stein Chicago Mahogany Duncan Phyfe Style Lamp Table
Antique A.L. Stein Chicago Mahogany Duncan Phyfe Style Lamp Table

Antique A.L. Stein Chicago Mahogany Duncan Phyfe Style Lamp Table

By Duncan Phyfe

Located in Chicago, IL

Antique A.L. Stein Chicago Mahogany Duncan Phyfe Style Lamp Table with Drawer Elegant Federal Revival lamp table by Chicago maker A.L. Stein Company, featuring richly figured mahoga...

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Early 20th Century American Federal Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Federal Style Mahogany and Tooled Leather Top Lyre Base Coffee Table
Federal Style Mahogany and Tooled Leather Top Lyre Base Coffee Table

Federal Style Mahogany and Tooled Leather Top Lyre Base Coffee Table

Located in Germantown, MD

A Federal Style Mahogany and Tooled Leather Top Lyre Base Coffee Table Measures 35.5" in width , 18" on depth, 16.5" in height.

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Early 20th Century American Federal Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century American Federal Style Brass Fireplace Tools Set of 6
Mid-Century American Federal Style Brass Fireplace Tools Set of 6

Mid-Century American Federal Style Brass Fireplace Tools Set of 6

Located in Germantown, MD

Six piece set Mid-Century American Federal Style Brass Fireplace Tools, include a 46.5' Blo Poke tool. Stand is 32" tall.

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Mid-20th Century Federal Furniture

Materials

Brass, Iron

American Federal Mahogany Child's Four-Post Bed
American Federal Mahogany Child's Four-Post Bed

American Federal Mahogany Child's Four-Post Bed

Located in Queens, NY

American Federal-style (19th Century) small mahogany child's four poster bed with pineapple finials (includes: headboard, footboard, does not include rails.) (Irregular size, check m...

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19th Century American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Kindel Furniture Federal Carved Mahogany Side Chairs or Dining Chairs, Pair
Kindel Furniture Federal Carved Mahogany Side Chairs or Dining Chairs, Pair

Kindel Furniture Federal Carved Mahogany Side Chairs or Dining Chairs, Pair

By Kindel Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of Federal or Hepplewhite style side chairs or dining chairs By Kindel Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Carved mahogany frames, with upholstered seats. Measures: 20"W x...

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1980s American Vintage Federal Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

20th Century American Federal Giltwood Wall Mirror with Eagle Pediment
20th Century American Federal Giltwood Wall Mirror with Eagle Pediment

20th Century American Federal Giltwood Wall Mirror with Eagle Pediment

Located in Queens, NY

American Federal style (20th Century) large carved giltwood wall mirror with carved eagle pediment, scroll detail, and two decorative columns featuring five-pointed stars.

Category

20th Century American Federal Furniture

Materials

Giltwood

Selection of Bullseye Gilt Convex Mirrors 21" Diameter 20th Century
Selection of Bullseye Gilt Convex Mirrors 21" Diameter 20th Century

Selection of Bullseye Gilt Convex Mirrors 21" Diameter 20th Century

Located in Atlanta, GA

Selection of gilt bullseye convex mirrors, American, 20th century. The larger mirror measures 22.5" diameter x 1" depth. The glass measures 17". The smaller mirror measures 20.75" di...

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20th Century American Federal Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Wood

19th Century Continental Style Giltwood Frame Wall Mirror
19th Century Continental Style Giltwood Frame Wall Mirror

19th Century Continental Style Giltwood Frame Wall Mirror

Located in Germantown, MD

A 19th Century Continental Style Giltwood Frame Wall Mirror. Measures 19" in width 34.5" in height.

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19th Century American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Mirror, Giltwood

American Federal Flame Birch Breakfront Bookcase
American Federal Flame Birch Breakfront Bookcase

American Federal Flame Birch Breakfront Bookcase

Located in Essex, MA

American Federal Style Birch and Birch Veneered Breakfront Bookcase with Secretary Interior. Exquisitely chosen bookmatched birch panels retaining a wonderful patina and color. Dia...

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Late 19th Century American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Birch, Mahogany

Vintage Federal Style Brass Candlestick Urn Form Table Lamps, Japan - a Pair
Vintage Federal Style Brass Candlestick Urn Form Table Lamps, Japan - a Pair

Vintage Federal Style Brass Candlestick Urn Form Table Lamps, Japan - a Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Federal Style Brass Candlestick Urn Form Table Lamps, Made in Japan - a Pair. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 35" H (to finial) x 30" H (to light socket) x 7" W x 7" D....

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Mid-20th Century Federal Furniture

Materials

Brass

Federal furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Federal furniture for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, case pieces and storage cabinets, mirrors and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, mahogany and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Federal furniture made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Baker Furniture Company, Kindel Furniture, Drexel, and Edward F. Caldwell & Co.. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $50 and tops out at $115,000 while the average work can sell for $2,800.