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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
Zabihi Collection beige Blue Color Pictorial Antique Chinese Rug
Zabihi Collection beige Blue Color Pictorial Antique Chinese Rug

Zabihi Collection beige Blue Color Pictorial Antique Chinese Rug

Located in New York, NY

An early 20th-century Chinese Peking carpet with an animal motif in beige and blue circa 1910, measures: 3' x 5'8".

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Federal Furniture

Materials

Wool

Large American Wire Fireplace Screen
Large American Wire Fireplace Screen

Large American Wire Fireplace Screen

Located in Essex, MA

Hard to find size removed from an early American house with walk in fireplace north of Boston. Curved back to cover fireplace .

Category

19th Century American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Iron

Samuel Field Macintire Attributed Mahogany Flip Top Game Table, c. 1810-15
Samuel Field Macintire Attributed Mahogany Flip Top Game Table, c. 1810-15

Samuel Field Macintire Attributed Mahogany Flip Top Game Table, c. 1810-15

By Samuel Field McIntire

Located in Chicago, IL

A Federal serpentine-front mahogany game table made in Salem, Massachusetts between 1810 and 1815, attributed to Samuel Field McIntire. The bull-nosed flip top, cut with ovolo corner...

Category

Early 19th Century American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Brass

Duke of Wellington Portrait, Hand-Painted, Late 20th Century
Duke of Wellington Portrait, Hand-Painted, Late 20th Century

Duke of Wellington Portrait, Hand-Painted, Late 20th Century

Located in Queens, NY

Copy of a portrait painting titled "Duke of Wellington" showing him in red military uniform

Category

Late 20th Century American Federal Furniture

Materials

Paint

Antique Chippendale Style Mahogany and Giltwood Mallard Duck Oval Wall Mirror
Antique Chippendale Style Mahogany and Giltwood Mallard Duck Oval Wall Mirror

Antique Chippendale Style Mahogany and Giltwood Mallard Duck Oval Wall Mirror

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Chippendale Style Mahogany and Giltwood Mallard Duck Oval Wall Mirror. Item features very fine and detailed wood carvings, gold accents surrounding the frame, and classic Chi...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Federal Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Monumental Traditional Brass Curved Glass 12 Light Foyer Cylindrical Chandelier
Monumental Traditional Brass Curved Glass 12 Light Foyer Cylindrical Chandelier

Monumental Traditional Brass Curved Glass 12 Light Foyer Cylindrical Chandelier

By Frederick Cooper

Located in Jensen Beach, FL

A monumental mansion size solid brass and curved glass cylindrical foyer chandelier. This light fixture is extremely large with a striking presence. The photographs truly do not do it justice. It features 12 candelabra sockets with black accents around the top and bottom rim and gold metal decorative filigree decorations. . The fixture comes with a heavy duty chain and ceiling cap. The glass curves around the perimeter and adds a touch of elegance. (Chain and wire measure 37 inches long) What an elegant traditional chandelier...

Category

1980s Vintage Federal Furniture

Materials

Brass

Tiffany Hamilton Sterling Silver Water Pitcher
Tiffany Hamilton Sterling Silver Water Pitcher

Tiffany Hamilton Sterling Silver Water Pitcher

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Hamilton sterling silver water pitcher. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York. Curved and tapering body, raised foot, scrolled bracket handle, and helmet mouth. Reeding. Fully marked inc...

Category

1940s American Vintage Federal Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Colonial Williamsburg Federal Style Sideboard
Colonial Williamsburg Federal Style Sideboard

Colonial Williamsburg Federal Style Sideboard

Located in East Aurora, NY

A very attractive Colonial Williamsburg - Kittinger Mahogany inlay sideboard in very good original condition. CW was Kittinger’s finest line of period reproduction furniture and th...

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20th Century North American Federal Furniture

Materials

African Mahogany

Virginia MetalCrafters Federal Style Polished Brass and Steel Fire Tool Set
Virginia MetalCrafters Federal Style Polished Brass and Steel Fire Tool Set

Virginia MetalCrafters Federal Style Polished Brass and Steel Fire Tool Set

Located in Germantown, MD

An exquisite set of Federal Style Polished Brass and polished stee Fireplace Tool Set by Virginia MetalCrafters. Excellent vintage condition. Cast brass polished and polished steel....

Category

20th Century American Federal Furniture

Materials

Brass, Steel

Federal Mahogany and Birdseye Maple Lap Desk on Stand, Circa 1810s
Federal Mahogany and Birdseye Maple Lap Desk on Stand, Circa 1810s

Federal Mahogany and Birdseye Maple Lap Desk on Stand, Circa 1810s

Located in Germantown, MD

A Federal Era Mahogany and Birdseyes Maple Lap Desk on Stand, Circa 1810s Measures 22.5" in width, 11.5" in depth and 22" in height. Without stand , 22" in width, 11" in depth and 8....

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Early 19th Century American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Birdseye Maple, Mahogany

Pair of American Federal Style Figured Maple Side or End Tables
Pair of American Federal Style Figured Maple Side or End Tables

Pair of American Federal Style Figured Maple Side or End Tables

Located in Essex, MA

Pair of Figured Maple Sheraton Federal Side or End Tables. New England Northshore or New Hampshire form. Wonderfully executed in figured maple. Custom made in the early 20th centu...

Category

20th Century Federal Furniture

Materials

Maple

Connecticut Mahogany Slant Front Desk, c.1800
Connecticut Mahogany Slant Front Desk, c.1800

Connecticut Mahogany Slant Front Desk, c.1800

Located in Savannah, GA

A Connecticut mahogany slant front desk on french feet with original 15 star eagle pulls, circa 1800. Some provenance and notations with dates on lopers. Friction fit interior door....

Category

Early 1800s American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Antique New England Grain Painted Blanket Chest
Antique New England Grain Painted Blanket Chest

Antique New England Grain Painted Blanket Chest

Located in Cambridge, US

USA, ca. 1820s. A charming high blanket chest found - and most likely made - in Maine. Features pine constriction with a top supported by hand forged iron hardware that opens to reve...

Category

1820s American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Iron

Large American Federal Style Eagle Wood Carved Two-Light Sconce
Large American Federal Style Eagle Wood Carved Two-Light Sconce

Large American Federal Style Eagle Wood Carved Two-Light Sconce

Located in Vero Beach, FL

This wood carved and gold gilded antique sconce features a majestic eagle with spread wings beneath a tied bow. The candle arms are of patinated scrolled brass and very finely detail...

Category

Early 20th Century American Federal Furniture

Materials

Brass

Early 19th Century Federal Bold Tiger Maple Drop Leaf Dining Table
Early 19th Century Federal Bold Tiger Maple Drop Leaf Dining Table

Early 19th Century Federal Bold Tiger Maple Drop Leaf Dining Table

Located in Milford, NH

A Federal tiger maple drop leaf dining table with bold wood grain, tapered square legs terminating with brass casters, and dovetailed construction. Very good overall condition, with...

Category

Early 19th Century American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique Late 19th Century American "Federal" Style Convex Mirror.
Antique Late 19th Century American "Federal" Style Convex Mirror.

Antique Late 19th Century American "Federal" Style Convex Mirror.

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique Late 19th Century American "Federal" Style Convex Mirror. Carved Wood with Gold and an Eagle Perched on Top.

Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Large 4 Light Court House Lantern
Large 4 Light Court House Lantern

Large 4 Light Court House Lantern

Located in Peekskill, NY

This is the type of early lamp used to light government and bank buildings in the early 20th Century. At 12 x 19 inches its one of the largest lamp globes we have offered. The lamp f...

Category

Early 20th Century American Federal Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mid-19 Century Federal Mahogany With Inlay Table
Mid-19 Century Federal Mahogany With Inlay Table

Mid-19 Century Federal Mahogany With Inlay Table

Located in Charleston, SC

This handsome English mahogany server, c. 1850, features a narrow, rectangular surface over an apron outfitted with 2 drawers having beautiful hardware. The whole rests upon square t...

Category

Mid-19th Century American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Brass

Regency Brass Andirons
Regency Brass Andirons

Regency Brass Andirons

Located in Pasadena, CA

This is a classic pair of American Federal c. 1800 Solid Brass Andirons. The andiron are of classical form but are detailed with an unusual Corinthian Column capitol located just bel...

Category

1790s American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Brass, Iron

Federal Style Upholstered Settee
Federal Style Upholstered Settee

Federal Style Upholstered Settee

Located in Dallas, TX

Federal Style Upholstered Settee, Reeded Mahogany Frame with Gilded Acanthus Leaf & Swans. Federal style is characterized by bold patriotic symbols such as eagles, shield-shaped chai...

Category

19th Century American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

R&W Wilson Philadelphia Federal Coin Silver Coffee & Tea Set
R&W Wilson Philadelphia Federal Coin Silver Coffee & Tea Set

R&W Wilson Philadelphia Federal Coin Silver Coffee & Tea Set

Located in New York, NY

Federal coin silver coffee and tea set. Made by Robert & William Wilson in Philadelphia, ca 1825. Each: Bellied bowl on flanged, stepped, and domed foot. Covers domed and finials ova...

Category

Early 19th Century American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Silver

Quality  Mahogany Drop Leaf Dining Table By Brandt
Quality  Mahogany Drop Leaf Dining Table By Brandt

Quality Mahogany Drop Leaf Dining Table By Brandt

By Brandt

Located in Bridgeport, CT

CA. 1950's. With the Maryland company label and genuine mahogany label. An elegant classical style mahogany dining table with deep leaves. The frieze and square tapering legs are str...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Federal Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Antique 18th Century American Federal Crotch Mahogany Chest of Drawers Dresser
Antique 18th Century American Federal Crotch Mahogany Chest of Drawers Dresser

Antique 18th Century American Federal Crotch Mahogany Chest of Drawers Dresser

Located in Dayton, OH

This classic antique chest of drawers, characteristic of late 18th-century and early Federal-period craftsmanship, features a compact, straight-front design built from solid mahogany...

Category

Early 19th Century American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Early 20th Century Federal Style Mahogany Trumeau Mirror
Early 20th Century Federal Style Mahogany Trumeau Mirror

Early 20th Century Federal Style Mahogany Trumeau Mirror

Located in Germantown, MD

An Early 20th Century Federal Style Mahogany Trumeau Mirror with hand painted on board perched eagle with yellow background. Measures 21.5" tall and 11" in width.

Category

Early 20th Century American Federal Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Mahogany, Paint

Large Mahogany Credenza
Large Mahogany Credenza

Large Mahogany Credenza

Located in Annville, PA

Decorative and functional this great quality four part Large Mahogany Credenza from Niagara Furniture can solve a lot of your storage and display needs either at home or in the workp...

Category

2010s Federal Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Rare Pair of Federal Bell Metal Andirons
Rare Pair of Federal Bell Metal Andirons

Rare Pair of Federal Bell Metal Andirons

Located in Greenwich, CT

Fine and rare pair of Philadelphia bell metal classical andirons, the urn finials over Doric column shafts standing on socle plinths with scalloped bases and standing on cabriole leg...

Category

Early 1800s American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Federal Partners' Desk in Mahogany, Philadelphia, circa 1820
Federal Partners' Desk in Mahogany, Philadelphia, circa 1820

Federal Partners' Desk in Mahogany, Philadelphia, circa 1820

Located in INTERLAKEN, NY

A beautiful Philadelphia partners desk in mahogany with gadrooned top and apron resting on center pedestal with carved baluster and legs, and ending in brass casters with lions' paw ...

Category

Early 19th Century American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Brass

American Cherry Tilt-Top Candle Stand
American Cherry Tilt-Top Candle Stand

American Cherry Tilt-Top Candle Stand

Located in Savannah, GA

An American cherry spider leg tilt-top candle stand, early 19th century. top measures 17 by 22 inches 28 ¼ inches tall; 40 inches tall upright

Category

Mid-19th Century American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Cherry

George Washington Engraving by H. B. Hall, after William Birch
George Washington Engraving by H. B. Hall, after William Birch

George Washington Engraving by H. B. Hall, after William Birch

By William Birch

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

Presented is a handsome engraved portrait of George Washington by artist H. B. Hall. This engraving was published in New York, in a limited edition of 125 impressions. The engraving is based on a painting by William Birch Gilbert Stuart, a small miniature in enamel, completed in 1796. Birch painted Washington from life in his office in Philadelphia, by the request of I. G. Van Staphorst, Esqr. of Amsterdam. In the small portrait, Washington is depicted in a head and shoulders pose, facing right. He wears a dark coat and vest and a white shirt and ruffled cravat. The father of our country, George Washington was the commander in chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War (1775-83) and served two terms as the first United States president...

Category

19th Century American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Paper

John Nicholl Federal Tall Case Clock
John Nicholl Federal Tall Case Clock

John Nicholl Federal Tall Case Clock

By John Nicholl

Located in New York, NY

Federal Tall Case Clock Made and Signed by John Nicholl, (1784-1862) Belvidere, New Jersey Circa 1825 Primary Wood: Mahogany, Mahogany Ven...

Category

Early 19th Century American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Maple

Historic World War I Era Blue Star Service Flag, circa 1917
Historic World War I Era Blue Star Service Flag, circa 1917

Historic World War I Era Blue Star Service Flag, circa 1917

Located in Nantucket, MA

Antique Historic World War I Era Blue Star Service Flag, circa 1917, a linen flag having a single blue star stitched onto a white canton on a red field. A World War I flag honoring a...

Category

1910s American Vintage Federal Furniture

Materials

Linen

"Washington." Engraving by Oliver Pelton, after Gilbert Stuart, c. 1860
"Washington." Engraving by Oliver Pelton, after Gilbert Stuart, c. 1860

"Washington." Engraving by Oliver Pelton, after Gilbert Stuart, c. 1860

By Gilbert Stuart

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

This is a handsome engraving of President George Washington, after Gilbert Stuart's famous likeness of the first President. The engraving was engraved by Oliver Pelton, circa 1861. ...

Category

1860s American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Paper

19th Century Federal Style Console Tables, Mahogany, Opposing Eagles, Marble
19th Century Federal Style Console Tables, Mahogany, Opposing Eagles, Marble

19th Century Federal Style Console Tables, Mahogany, Opposing Eagles, Marble

Located in Stamford, CT

Pair of 19th Century Federal Eagle Carved Console Tables, Marble Tops, Carved Solid Wood These tables, with their elaborate boule inlays, sculptural eagles, and opulent materials, w...

Category

Mid-20th Century Federal Furniture

Materials

Marble

Stickley Federal Inlayed Mahogany Sideboard
Stickley Federal Inlayed Mahogany Sideboard

Stickley Federal Inlayed Mahogany Sideboard

Located in Portland, OR

Exceptional Federal style sideboard by Stickley. Featuring lovely veneer work and intricate inlays with a multi tone finish. The brass hardware is like jewelry on a black dress, the ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Federal Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Broyhill USA Federal Style Broken Arch & Finial Cherry Wood Wall Dresser Mirror
Broyhill USA Federal Style Broken Arch & Finial Cherry Wood Wall Dresser Mirror

Broyhill USA Federal Style Broken Arch & Finial Cherry Wood Wall Dresser Mirror

By Broyhill

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Pre-owned Broyhill Federal Style Broken Arch & Finial Wall Dresser Mirror. Item feature a solid wood frame, beautiful wood grain, nicely carved details, quality American craftsmanshi...

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Federal Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Wood

American Federal Period Fireplace Mantel, Early 19th Century
American Federal Period Fireplace Mantel, Early 19th Century

American Federal Period Fireplace Mantel, Early 19th Century

Located in Woodbury, CT

A refined and architecturally balanced American Federal mantelpiece, dating to the early decades of the 19th century, distinguished by its elegant restraint and classical vocabulary....

Category

Early 19th Century American Antique Federal Furniture

Materials

Wood

Federal Style Mahogany Dresser
Federal Style Mahogany Dresser

Federal Style Mahogany Dresser

Located in Westwood, NJ

A mahogany and figured mahogany veneered dresser, the reeded edge top with protruding corners and a central bowfront with leaf carved and reede...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Federal Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

20th Century American Federal Style Wall Mirror, Mahogany & Gold Trim
20th Century American Federal Style Wall Mirror, Mahogany & Gold Trim

20th Century American Federal Style Wall Mirror, Mahogany & Gold Trim

Located in Queens, NY

American Federal style mahogany and gold trim wall mirror having an arched top and a gold urn finial placed in the center of the arch

Category

20th Century American Federal Furniture

Materials

Gold

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.