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Hunzinger Victorian Rocking Chair
By George Hunzinger
Located in Hudson, NY
century. While it is reflective of the ornate furniture of its day, the chair is quite innovative for the
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Ornate Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Beech

Antique Hunzinger Victorian Rocking Chair
Hunzinger Victorian Rocking Chair
H 40.25 in W 23 in D 29.5 in
Set of Four Empire Ormolu Three-Light Wall Sconces, Attributed to Ravrio
By André-Antoine Ravrio
Located in Kittery Point, ME
the finest Empire bronze pieces, girandoles, candelabras and lamps as well as ornate furniture mounts
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Ornate Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Stunning Baker Furniture Ornate Chinoiserie Lacquered Bar Cabinet on Stand
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Simply stunning, ornate (inside and out), George III Oriental lacquer cabinet by Baker Furniture
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1760s American Chinese Chippendale Antique Ornate Furniture

Materials

Brass

Heavily Carved Ornate Chair
Located in Alton, GB
Stuningly Carved Ornate French nobleman's chair c.1850.
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Early 19th Century Antique Ornate Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique Heavily Carved Ornate Chair
Heavily Carved Ornate Chair
H 69.3 in W 25.6 in D 22.05 in
1930s Rockford Furniture Jacobean Style Handcrafted Secretary Desk
By Rockford National Furniture Company 1
Located in Germantown, MD
ornate details, adds a touch of timeless beauty to any interior space. The Rockford Furniture Company's
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Early 20th Century Jacobean Antique Ornate Furniture

Materials

Brass

Ornate Brass Andirons
Located in London, GB
A beautifully-made pair of brass English andirons, with gadrooned urns surmounted by flame-topped finials. The substantial base supports with scrolled foliage and fruit in relief, on...
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19th Century English Rococo Revival Antique Ornate Furniture

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique Ornate Brass Andirons
Ornate Brass Andirons
H 26.5 in W 12 in D 29.5 in
Ornate 9 Light Chandelier
Located in Peekskill, NY
This early glass candle chandelier has a nice rich look. Its complete with its milk glass dome and glass tube candles. The finish is untouched and came out of a small 1920s New York ...
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Ornate Furniture

Materials

Brass

Exceptional Gilded Ornate Salon Armchair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
tan dot on black fabric. Ornate wood carvings depicting dragons for wooden arm rests and lions paw for
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Early 20th Century Italian Rococo Antique Ornate Furniture

Materials

Wood

Giltwood Mirror with Ornate Details
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Gilt wood mirror with hand-carved ornate details. Having beveled mirror.
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Early 20th Century Antique Ornate Furniture

Antique Giltwood Mirror with Ornate Details
Giltwood Mirror with Ornate Details
H 39.5 in W 39.5 in D 4 in
Vintage Monumental Ornate Gilt Mirror
Located in west palm beach, FL
Glamorous gilt wall mirror with intricate convex frame adorned with florets and scrolls. Each corner is accentuated with bullseye medallions all in full gilt. Instantly add drama and...
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Early 20th Century French Provincial Antique Ornate Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Wood, Paint

Vintage Monumental Ornate Gilt Mirror
Vintage Monumental Ornate Gilt Mirror
H 51 in W 55.5 in D 2.25 in
Ornate Ceramic Kachelofen Stove
Located in London, GB
surmounted by substantial burning chamber with arched copper door. Ornate ceramic embellishments throughout
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19th Century German Antique Ornate Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Ornate Ceramic Kachelofen Stove
Ornate Ceramic Kachelofen Stove
H 74 in W 26 in D 26 in
1830s Ornate Giltwood Mirror
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A magnificent late 19th century Louis XV style gilt overmantel mirror, in wood and gilded stucco, with string-of-pearls beading to the interior perimeter, and a tumbling openwork car...
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Ornate Furniture

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Giltwood

1830s Ornate Giltwood Mirror
1830s Ornate Giltwood Mirror
H 59.06 in W 33.47 in D 5.12 in
Ornately Carved Chinese Cherrywood Stand
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Ornately carved Chinese cherrywood pot stand, circa 1880. The carved and pierced hardwood frame
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19th Century Chinese Victorian Antique Ornate Furniture

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Hardwood, Cherry

1852 Ornate Italian Vitrine
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Italian vitrine from 1852 is actually four separate parts, it towers over you at ten feet high, and is absolutely majestic. It features a dove in flight on top of a cameo of fol...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Ornate Furniture

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Glass, Wood

1852 Ornate Italian Vitrine
1852 Ornate Italian Vitrine
H 123 in W 66 in D 26 in
Antique Victorian Ornate Slipper Chair
Located in Middletown, MD
, smooth mahogany with ornately carved wood plane detail, lathe-fashioned spindles, cabriole legs, and a
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Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Antique Ornate Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Ornate Persian Sarouk Farahan Rug
By King
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century high collectible Persian Sarouk Farahan rug with an ornate palette in earth
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Early 20th Century Persian Empire Revival Antique Ornate Furniture

Materials

Wool

Ornate Persian Sarouk Farahan Rug
Ornate Persian Sarouk Farahan Rug
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W 21 in L 30 in
Ornate Jozan Persian Sarouk Rug
By King
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century high collectible Jozan Sarouk rug with an ornate palette in rich brick red
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Early 20th Century Persian Empire Revival Antique Ornate Furniture

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Wool

Ornate Jozan Persian Sarouk Rug
Ornate Jozan Persian Sarouk Rug
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W 24 in L 31 in
19th Century Ornately Carved Indian Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Magnificent carved Anglo-Indian table with intricate floral and scroll work detail. Dark brown stain finish.
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19th Century Indian Antique Ornate Furniture

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Wood

Large French Giltwood Ornate Antique Sofa
Located in London, GB
Large French giltwood ornate antique sofa French, Early 20th Century Height 100cm, width 214cm
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Early 20th Century French Rococo Antique Ornate Furniture

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Upholstery, Giltwood

Large French Giltwood Ornate Antique Sofa
Large French Giltwood Ornate Antique Sofa
H 39.38 in W 84.26 in D 29.53 in
Ornate Round Antique Wrought Iron Mirror
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Ornately decorated with arched trefoils and twisted detailing, this antique wrought iron mirror is
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Ornate Furniture

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Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron

Ornate Japanese Side Table, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
that reveled in the aesthetic qualities of objects and actions in everyday life. This ornately carved
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Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Ornate Furniture

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Hardwood

1920s Antique Brass Ornate Andirons
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1920s antique brass ornate andirons.
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1920s Antique Ornate Furniture

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Brass

1920s Antique Brass Ornate Andirons
1920s Antique Brass Ornate Andirons
H 13.5 in W 7.25 in D 16.5 in
Ornate Pair of Brass Firedogs
Located in London, GB
An ornate pair of brass firedogs. The arched and scrolled feet with finely cast foliage above. 19th
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19th Century Antique Ornate Furniture

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Brass

Ornate Pair of Brass Firedogs
Ornate Pair of Brass Firedogs
H 21.63 in W 11.25 in D 23.25 in
Ornate Bronze Rococo Wall Sconce
Located in Van Nuys, CA
vines and leaves that extend from the ornate wall mount. The light fixtures themselves feature prismed
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Early 20th Century Unknown Rococo Antique Ornate Furniture

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Brass

Ornate Bronze Rococo Wall Sconce
Ornate Bronze Rococo Wall Sconce
H 16 in W 20 in D 10 in
Pair of Ornate Brass Chenets
Located in London, GB
A pair of ornate 19th century cast brass firedogs. The mask and scrolled based surmounted by large
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19th Century Antique Ornate Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of Ornate Brass Chenets
Pair of Ornate Brass Chenets
H 23.04 in W 10.83 in D 5.91 in
Ornate 19th Century Bronze Andirons
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ornate 19th century bronze andirons, probably Italian, circa late 19th century. They retain their
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19th Century Italian Regency Antique Ornate Furniture

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Bronze, Iron

French Ornate Carved Wood Frame Mirror
Located in Hudson, NY
The exquisite carved wood frame mirror, shown here, is from France, c. 1890. Featuring an intricate carved wood frame, the mirror foliage scrollwork is exquisite. Frame is built in ...
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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Ornate Furniture

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Wood, Oak, Mirror

French Ornate Carved Wood Frame Mirror
French Ornate Carved Wood Frame Mirror
H 48 in W 38.5 in D 9.5 in
Ornate Brass and Ormolu Oil Lamp
Located in Pewsey, GB
An Ornate Brass and Ormulu Oil Lamp with original reservoir. It has central masks on the square
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1880s French Victorian Antique Ornate Furniture

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Ormolu

Ornate Brass and Ormolu Oil Lamp
Ornate Brass and Ormolu Oil Lamp
H 23.63 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
Gorgeous Rustic Ornate Marble Console-France
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
Magnificant and beautifully imposing old iron console, from France. This elegant piece is designed with an elegantly detailed iron base, with the most beautiful curved details and...
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1910s French Antique Ornate Furniture

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Marble, Iron

Gorgeous Rustic Ornate Marble Console-France
Gorgeous Rustic Ornate Marble Console-France
H 30.71 in W 44.89 in D 18.12 in
Antique quality ornate brass coal box
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique quality ornate brass coal box having a quality ornate brass lift up lid with figures
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Early 20th Century Antique Ornate Furniture

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Brass

Antique quality ornate brass coal box
Antique quality ornate brass coal box
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H 13 in W 20.48 in D 13 in
Ornate antique quality brass coal box
Located in Ipswich, GB
Ornate antique quality brass coal box having a quality ornate brass lift up lid with ships and sea
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Early 20th Century Antique Ornate Furniture

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Brass

Ornate antique quality brass coal box
Ornate antique quality brass coal box
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H 11.03 in W 15.95 in D 10.44 in
18th Century French Ornate Gold Gilt Mirror
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Gorgeous early 18th Century French Ornate Gold Gilt Mirror. #4758
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18th Century French Antique Ornate Furniture

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Mirror, Giltwood

18th Century French Ornate Gold Gilt Mirror
18th Century French Ornate Gold Gilt Mirror
H 38.75 in W 24.5 in D 2.5 in
Ornate Polished Wrought Fire Basket
Located in London, GB
An ornate polished wrought iron fire basket intricately constructed with worked scrolls set between
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19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Ornate Furniture

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Other, Iron

Ornate Polished Wrought Fire Basket
Ornate Polished Wrought Fire Basket
H 16 in W 20 in D 9.5 in
Unusual Ornate Cast Iron Foot Scraper
Located in Suffolk, GB
Unusual ornate cast iron foot scraper having an ornate cast iron base with scraper to the centre.    
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Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Ornate Furniture

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Iron

Unusual Ornate Cast Iron Foot Scraper
Unusual Ornate Cast Iron Foot Scraper
H 7.88 in W 12.21 in D 10.63 in
Quality Antique Victorian Ornate Brass Fender
Located in Suffolk, GB
Quality antique Victorian ornate brass fender having original brass finials to the top with very
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19th Century English Antique Ornate Furniture

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Brass

Quality Antique Victorian Ornate Brass Fender
Quality Antique Victorian Ornate Brass Fender
H 6.11 in W 49.61 in D 12.21 in
Ornate White Painted Late Victorian Wicker Chair
Located in Miami, FL
Ornate white painted Victorian Wicker chair Offered for sale is an ornate late Victorian white
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Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Antique Ornate Furniture

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Wicker, Wood

Antique Ornate Vaseline Glass Pendant Light
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Early 20th century, Victorian, pendant light features a pressed vaseline glass shade with ornate
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Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Antique Ornate Furniture

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Brass, Enamel

Pair of Large Ornate Giltwood Antique Sofas
Located in London, GB
Pair of large ornate giltwood antique sofas. French, early 20th century. Measures: Height 100cm
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Early 20th Century French Modern Antique Ornate Furniture

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Upholstery, Giltwood

Pair of Large Ornate Giltwood Antique Sofas
Pair of Large Ornate Giltwood Antique Sofas
H 39.38 in W 58.27 in D 29.53 in
Ornate French Rococo Brass Firescreen
Located in London, GB
An ornate French Rococo brass firescreen. The hoofed feet surmounted by stiff acanthus leaves and
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19th Century French Rococo Antique Ornate Furniture

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Brass

Ornate French Rococo Brass Firescreen
Ornate French Rococo Brass Firescreen
H 27.38 in W 30.38 in D 7.07 in
Large Ornate Gilt Walnut Renaissance Revival Mirror
Located in Lambertville, NJ
An elaborate and ornately carved walnut and gilt framed mirror. The high pediment with plume and
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Early 20th Century European Renaissance Revival Antique Ornate Furniture

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Mirror, Walnut

Ornate 19 Century Indian Silver Clad Mirror
Located in New York, NY
Very fine quality 19 century ornate Indian silver clad mirror.
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19th Century Indian Late Victorian Antique Ornate Furniture

Materials

Silver

Ornately Gilt Bronze Mounted / Fruitwood Pedestal Table
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Ornately gilt bronze mounted and finely carved in the Renaissance style design fruitwood pedestal
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Early 1900s French Antique Ornate Furniture

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Bronze

Antique Wrought Iron Mirror with Ornate Patterning
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Ornately decorated with arched trefoils and twisted detailing, this antique wrought iron mirror is
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19th Century English Gothic Antique Ornate Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Victorian Ornate Flush Mount with Onion Glass
Located in Canton, MA
Victorian ornate flush mount with onion glass. Brass fixture has a pretty ring of decorative brass
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Ornate Furniture

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Brass

Ornate Regency White Wirework Iron Chair
Located in Hastings, GB
An untouched and incredibly ornate Regency period wirework and wrought iron chair, superb form and
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1810s English Regency Antique Ornate Furniture

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Wrought Iron, Wire

Ornate Regency White Wirework Iron Chair
Ornate Regency White Wirework Iron Chair
H 32.49 in W 17.33 in D 16.54 in
Antique Rosewood Ornate Display Cabinet
Located in EDENSOR PARK, NSW
Hand painted central panel door to cupboard door with base drawer, carved detail throughout, single door to top with bevelled glass, painted detail to top of cabinet, all comes apart...
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Late 19th Century Antique Ornate Furniture

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Rosewood

Antique Rosewood Ornate Display Cabinet
Antique Rosewood Ornate Display Cabinet
H 87.41 in W 39.77 in D 15.75 in
Turkish Sivas Central Medallion Ornate Trim
Located in New York, NY
ref C14361
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1920s Antique Ornate Furniture

Materials

Wool

1920a Ornate Iron Leaded Glass Table Lamp
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1920a Ornate Iron Leaded Glass Table Lamp Height to top of shade Mint greens and pink stained glass
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1920s Antique Ornate Furniture

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Stained Glass

Ornate Italian Carved Marble Coffee Table
Located in Pasadena, TX
Italian carved marble coffee table 1920s Stunning vintage Italian marble-top coffee table with a heavily carved base. Richly veined black marble. Dimensions: Height: 17 in Width...
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Late 19th Century Rococo Revival Antique Ornate Furniture

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Marble

Large Pair of Ornate Brass Andirons
Located in London, GB
A large pair of ornate brass firedogs. The feet surmounted by dragons, foliage and putti, with urns
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19th Century English Antique Ornate Furniture

Materials

Brass

Large Pair of Ornate Brass Andirons
Large Pair of Ornate Brass Andirons
H 31.5 in W 13.75 in D 8.75 in
Large Ornate Triple Vaseline Glass Sconce
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a large and impressive ornate sconce that makes a big statement. The Vaseline glass has a
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Ornate Furniture

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Bronze

Ornate French Gilded Repeating Carriage Clock
Located in Norwich, GB
Ornate French Gilded Repeating Carriage Clock Ornate French gilded carriage clock housed in a
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1880s French Antique Ornate Furniture

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Brass

Antique Ornate French Armchairs, Set of 2
Located in Ely, GB
Set of 2, Antique Ornate French Armchairs, Set of 2, circa late 19th Century. The chairs have a
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1890s French French Provincial Antique Ornate Furniture

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Wood

Antique Ornate French Armchairs, Set of 2
Antique Ornate French Armchairs, Set of 2
H 38.98 in W 22.05 in D 20.48 in
Oversized 19th c. French Ornate Gilt Mirror
Located in London, GB
This beautiful and very large 19th C. carved wood gilt French wall mirror is Rococo in style and retains its original gilding, mirror plate and backing all in very good condition. Th...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Ornate Furniture

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Mirror, Giltwood

European Antique Service Tray Ornate Brass
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents Lovely European Antique Service Tray Ornate Brass 19 w x 15.13 diameter x 1.75
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Ornate Furniture

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Brass

Ornate Italian Carved Baroque Renaissance Round Table
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Comprised of an inlaid round walnut top (with new glass top) over an early figural carved base, this 18th century entry table is truly a piece of art. Once featured in a prominent Ea...
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18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Ornate Furniture

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Walnut

Pair of Ornate Edwardian Driveway Gates
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
beautiful set of driveway gates. Alternatively, they could be used as an ornate pair of pedestrian garden
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Ornate Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Pair of Ornate Edwardian Driveway Gates
Pair of Ornate Edwardian Driveway Gates
H 54.33 in W 91.54 in D 1.18 in
Monumental Ornate Wall or Floor Mirror
Located in Malibu, CA
A monumental rectangular silver leaf gilt & carved wood mirror. The long narrow rectangle mirror has a beautiful carved frame. An important piece for a grand space as a standing floo...
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Ornate Furniture

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Gesso, Mirror, Giltwood

Monumental Ornate Wall or Floor Mirror
Monumental Ornate Wall or Floor Mirror
H 63.5 in W 144 in D 3.5 in
Venetian Antique Ornate Etched Decorative Mirror
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Westport, CT
Antique Venetian etched and blown glass mirror, glass flowers and graceful curved shape and canopy decorative top, some distressing and small cracks to smaller panel.
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Early 20th Century Italian Rococo Antique Ornate Furniture

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Mercury Glass, Scrap Wood, Art Glass

Antique Victorian quality copper ornate Jersey can
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique Victorian quality copper ornate Jersey can having a quality antique Victorian quality
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Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Ornate Furniture

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Copper

Antique Victorian quality copper ornate Jersey can
Antique Victorian quality copper ornate Jersey can
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H 7.88 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
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Antique Ornate Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of antique ornate furniture you’re looking for. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and fabric. Find 182 options for an antique or vintage item from our selection of antique ornate furniture now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of antique ornate furniture — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An object in our assortment of antique ornate furniture made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Neoclassical — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one option in this array of antique ornate furniture that is appealing in its simplicity, but A. Hugnet, Christofle and Community produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Ornate Furniture?

Prices for a piece of antique ornate furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $150 and can go as high as $28,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,495.
Questions About Antique Ornate Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    A piece of furniture is considered an antique if it is at least 100 years old.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, 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, 2024
    To 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 ExpertApril 5, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    Many 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Antique 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, 2021
    There 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, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    Whether 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 ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The 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
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    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 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, 2024
    To 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.