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How do you identify 18th-century furniture?
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To identify 18th-century furniture, you can research your piece in the context of the prevailing styles of the period or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. To identify your item on your own, look over it for maker's marks, such as carvings, stamps, brands and labels. Researching the marking can help you determine the maker of your piece, and from there, you can search further to learn more about your particular item. Without a maker's mark, the best approach is to consider the characteristics of the dominant furniture styles during the 18th century. In England, these included William and Mary, Queen Anne, Georgian, Chippendale, Hepplewhite and Sheraton. Some French furniture styles of the 1700s include Louis XV, Louis XVI and Régence. Find a diverse assortment of 18th-century furniture on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
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Antique French Butcher Block Baker’s Table Pétrin Farmhouse Kitchen Island c1790
Located in Choudrant, LA
Antique French Butcher Block Baker’s Table Pétrin Farmhouse Kitchen Island c1790.
Direct from France, a rare antique French butcher block baker’s table (Pétrin), featuring a massive...
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Antique Late 18th Century French French Provincial Butcher Blocks
Materials
Oak
18th C. French Copper Wine Cooler Champagne Bucket Rafraichissoir Centerpiece
Located in Pearland, TX
A superb large 18th Century French copper oval wine cooler or champagne ice bucket, also known as a rafraîchissoir. This beautiful piece is hand forged and finely crafted with a love...
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Antique 18th Century French Wine Coolers
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Copper
Exceptional Rustic Farmhouse Folk Art Painted bridal wardrobe 1784
Located in OOSTERHOUT, NL
Exceptional antique painted bridal wardrobe from Austria, dated 1784. A special piece because of its rich folk art decoration and striking use of colour. The painted panels feature c...
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Antique 1780s Austrian Folk Art Cabinets
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Pine, Paint
Danish 18th Century Bow-Fronted Rococo Secretary
Located in Atlanta, GA
Made in Denmark in the eighteenth century, this bow-fronted rococo secretary has been repainted in black with a blue interior. The rococo form, with its curved bow front, is seen her...
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Antique 18th Century Danish Rococo Secretaires
Materials
Wood
18th Century Wrought Iron Italian Hobnail Antique Safe Strong Box
Located in Carimate, Como
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Baroque Cabinets
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
Antique Georgian Period English Oak Welsh Dresser Pewter Cupboard Buffet Hutch
Located in Dayton, OH
This rare and exceptional antique Welsh dresser is crafted from solid oak, dating from the late 18th century. Beautifully highlighted by distinct quartersawn trim that showcases a s...
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Antique Late 18th Century Georgian Cupboards
Materials
Oak
