Antique French Furniture
Late 19th Century Antique French Furniture
Paper
Early 20th Century Antique French Furniture
Paper
Early 19th Century French Antique French Furniture
Wood
Early 20th Century Antique French Furniture
Paper
Mid-18th Century French French Provincial Antique French Furniture
Oak
18th Century French Antique French Furniture
Bronze, Ormolu
Early 1800s French Regency Antique French Furniture
Brass
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique French Furniture
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century French Chinoiserie Antique French Furniture
Mother-of-Pearl, Fruitwood
Late 18th Century French Directoire Antique French Furniture
Upholstery, Walnut
1780s French Louis XVI Antique French Furniture
Mahogany
18th Century French Louis XVI Antique French Furniture
Walnut
1870s Swedish Rustic Antique French Furniture
Walnut
19th Century French Neoclassical Antique French Furniture
Wood, Rosewood
Early 1900s Antique French Furniture
Bronze
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique French Furniture
Brass, Enamel
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique French Furniture
Bronze
Early 1900s French French Provincial Antique French Furniture
Oak
1820s French Neoclassical Antique French Furniture
Cherry
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Antique French Furniture
Marble, Bronze
Late 19th Century French Provincial Antique French Furniture
Oak
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique French Furniture
Bronze
1820s French Neoclassical Antique French Furniture
Cherry
Early 19th Century Spanish Neoclassical Antique French Furniture
Wood
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique French Furniture
Wood
Early 1900s Antique French Furniture
Early 18th Century French French Provincial Antique French Furniture
Marble, Bronze
19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique French Furniture
Wood
Early 19th Century French Charles X Antique French Furniture
Glass, Fruitwood, Mahogany
Mid-18th Century French Provincial Antique French Furniture
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Antique French Furniture
Wood
Early 19th Century French Charles X Antique French Furniture
Glass, Fruitwood, Palisander
Late 19th Century French Antique French Furniture
Satin, Kingwood
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique French Furniture
Pottery
Late 18th Century French Rustic Antique French Furniture
Metal
Late 19th Century French Antique French Furniture
Wood
1870s Ukrainian Bessarabian Antique French Furniture
Wool
19th Century French French Provincial Antique French Furniture
Brass
Early 20th Century French Antique French Furniture
Fabric, Wood
Early 19th Century Belgian Neoclassical Antique French Furniture
Marble
18th Century French French Provincial Antique French Furniture
Oak
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique French Furniture
Pottery
Late 18th Century Antique French Furniture
Walnut
19th Century Spanish Neoclassical Antique French Furniture
Mahogany
1750s Antique French Furniture
Hardwood
19th Century French Antique French Furniture
Upholstery, Wood
19th Century French Antique French Furniture
Wood, Oak
18th Century French Rococo Antique French Furniture
Wood
19th Century French French Provincial Antique French Furniture
Wood, Paint
18th Century French Louis XV Antique French Furniture
Brass
1890s French Victorian Antique French Furniture
Pottery
1860s French Antique French Furniture
Brass
1850s French Louis XVI Antique French Furniture
Tulipwood, Kingwood, Oak
18th Century French Louis XVI Antique French Furniture
Wood, Paint
Mid-18th Century Antique French Furniture
Oak
Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique French Furniture
Porcelain
19th Century French Antique French Furniture
Wood
Late 19th Century English Louis XVI Antique French Furniture
Giltwood
Early 20th Century French Antique French Furniture
Fabric, Wood
1870s French Art Nouveau Antique French Furniture
Pottery
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Antique French Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Antique French Furniture?
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Some popular French furniture styles of the 19th century include Directoire, Empire and Restoration. The Regency style popular from 1715 to 1730 is also well known. Many styles share their names with the monarchs who ruled during the period. Examples include the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI styles. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of French furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024To know if your furniture is antique, look for labels and markings that indicate the maker. From there, you can use trusted online resources to determine when they were active and examine images to try to estimate the age of your piece. Furniture produced 100 years ago or more is antique. You can also have your furniture assessed by an appraiser or antiques dealer to learn about its age. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024Many antique furniture brands are popular. While trends in collecting do vary over time, some makers consistently remain highly sought after. Among them are J. & J.W. Meeks, John Henry Belter, R. J. Horner and Co., Stickley Furniture, George Hepplewhite, Josef Dannhauser, Thomas Chippendale and Thomas Sheridan. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique furniture.
- What makes furniture an antique?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
A piece of furniture is considered an antique if it is at least 100 years old.
- Is antique furniture in style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Yes, antique furniture is in style. Many people appreciate the beauty and handcrafted character of antique furniture and love the idea of owning pieces with a rich history. Remember that style preferences are nothing if not fluid, meaning what's in one year may not be the next. So, in choosing the furniture you're planning to live with, you should pay less attention to interior design fads than to what speaks to you. That way, you can select pieces that will add long-term character to your home. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024To identify your antique furniture, look for an engraving, tag, label or other marking that indicates who produced it. You may find it on the bottom or back of your furniture or inside a drawer or cabinet. Once you have located the marking, you can snap a photo of it and use a reverse image search to try and identify the maker. Or, you can type a description of the mark into a search engine. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to get assistance with identification. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To know if your French furniture is provincial, examine its decorative flourishes. Provincial furniture often showed off a white painted finish with gold gilt accents. Many pieces feature carvings depicting mythological subjects or floral motifs. On 1stDibs, find a collection of expertly vetted French provincial furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The best finish for antique furniture is a matter of liking. But film finish is recommended by experts as it leaves a thick coat of film on the wood surface which protects wood from water and scratches. Shellac or varnish and water base are commonly used film finishes. Find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage furniture on 1stDibs
- PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020
To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Antique furniture can be worth quite a lot, particularly if it is in good quality. The rarer the piece, the higher the value.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021There are a number of factors that can indicate if your antique furniture is valuable. When determining the value of antique furniture, consider its rarity. Additionally, it is important to determine the quality and condition of vintage furniture. If unsure of the value of your vintage furniture, have it appraised.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024To date antique furniture from the UK, first look for identifying markings on the piece. You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active. From there, you may be able to estimate the year of production by looking at images of other furniture the maker produced. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also aid you in the dating process. Find a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Whether antique furniture is making a comeback is a matter of opinion. Many people would argue that antique furniture never faded from fashion, as there have always been individuals who love the idea of owning pieces that have history. Some of the most popular styles for antique furniture include Art Deco, Arts and Crafts, Renaissance Revival, Elizabethan, Gothic Revival, Victorian and Chippendale. Find a large collection of antique furniture from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019
The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024To be considered antique, furniture must usually be at least 100 years old. Contemporary is the name for furniture produced within the last 20 years. Vintage furniture is at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Check the clock for a manufacturer’s mark or label. Once you have this, you should be able to look up the clock’s brand to see if it is French in origin. A clock is considered antique once it is 100 years old. A professional can also help verify the origin of your clock. Shop an array of expertly vetted antique clocks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023In French, the term for a writing desk that often featured a drop-down writing surface is secretaire. This type of desk is called a secretary desk in English. Simply put, a secretary desk is a multifunctional piece of furniture with a hinged writing surface that folds open or drops down. When the leaf is folded out, small inner storage compartments, which are called pigeonholes, cubbies, recesses or drawers, are revealed. On 1stDibs, shop antique secretary desks from some of the world's top sellers.