Who was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century?

British artist John Singer Sargent was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century. Other notable portraitists from the period include James Abbott McNeill Whistler, Eugène Delacroix, Théodore Géricault, Gustave Courbet, Édouard Manet, Mary Cassat, Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of portrait paintings.

What art style was used by the 19th-century French painters?

The French painters of the 19th century worked in two styles. Neoclassicism dominated the first half of the century, and Impressionism was the most common style during the second half. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of French paintings.

Were there cannons in the 16th century?

Yes, there were cannons in the 16th century. The history of the weapon dates back to 12th-century China. Historical records suggest that the first cannons appeared in Europe during the Islamic wars in Iberia in the 13th century. Find a range of antique cannons on 1stDibs.

Was there glass in the 16th century?

Yes, the history of glass-making goes back much further than the 1600s. It’s believed that they were making glass in different parts of the world at least 3,600 years ago, maybe even longer. During the late Bronze Age in Egypt and in Western Asia, glassmarking advanced significantly and was manipulated extensively to produce vessels, jewelry, and works of art. Shop a range of antique and vintage glass on 1stDibs.

What is the most important painting of the 20th century?

What painting is the most important of the 20th century is largely a matter of personal opinion. Some notable works produced during the period include Paul Cézanne's Mont Sainte-Victoire, Pablo Picasso's Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, Henri Matisse's The Dance and Jackson Pollock's Lavender Mist. Shop a large selection of 20th-century paintings on 1stDibs.

What furniture was used in the 16th century?

A variety of furniture was used during the 16th century. Items commonly found in homes include high-backed armchairs, chests, stools, benches and cupboards. Most European artisans active during the time period produced pieces out of oak wood. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.

What is 17th-century furniture called?

What 17th-century furniture is called varies. The general term for all furniture produced 100 years ago, including 17th-century pieces, is antique furniture. You may also choose to be more specific and describe a piece by its style. Theatrical and lavish, the Baroque style was prevalent across Europe from the 17th to the mid-18th century and spread around the world through colonialism, including in Asia, Africa and the Americas. Baroque furniture was extravagant in all aspects, from shape to materials. 17th-century pieces from England often feature characteristics of the William and Mary style, such as crisp lines, maple and walnut veneers, inlaid bands and C-scroll ornaments. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.

Did they have wedding rings in the 18th century?

Yes, wedding rings have a long history, stretching back to ancient Egypt. The first diamond engagement ring was created in 1477 by Archduke Maximillian of Austria. Browse a wide array of vintage and contemporary wedding rings on 1stDibs.

How did art change in the 18th century?

In the 18th century, art changed in style from Baroque to Rococo and Neoclassicism. Art became more ornamented and idealized during the Rococo period and then shifted toward a style that emulated the artwork of ancient Greece and Rome near the end of the century. You’ll find a variety of fine art on 1stDibs.

How do you identify 18th-century furniture?

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.

Who invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century?

Sir Isaac Newton invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century. He created it as a replacement for the refracting telescope, which tended to have poor optics. Find a collection of antique and vintage telescopes on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.

How can I identify 18th century brass candlesticks?

One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.

What are the major features of Dutch 17th century portraiture?

17th-century Dutch portraiture has many similarities to other Baroque paintings, including rich colors, dark shadows and intense lighting. Many famous Dutch Baroque works lean toward realism. In Dutch portraiture, props and detailed backgrounds are uncommon. You'll find a collection of Dutch Baroque paintings from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.

Which individuals are considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons, and why?

The individuals considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons are William Hogarth, James Gillray and George Cruikshank. Although the 18th century saw a widespread increase in illustrations in newspapers, these three illustrators were particularly well-known for their work. Hogarth's work was extremely diverse, ranging from serious, realistic paintings and portraits to satirical and moralistic illustrations filled with symbolism. A British caricaturist, Gillray is remembered today for his artworks representing political and social satires, like his political cartoons against George III of England. Despite being a prolific caricaturist, Cruikshank is now most famous for illustrating the works of Charles Dickens. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of illustrations.

What kinds of figures elevated the use of porcelain in 18th century Europe?

At the end of the 17th century, Europe went into a frenzy over porcelain. Asian porcelain was highly sought after, and spurred the foundation of the Meissen factory in France, where hard porcelain went on to be made. You’ll find a large collection of porcelain pieces from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

19th Century Maple

Maples London

Birds Eye Maple Bedroom Furniture

Writing Desk Maple

Burl Biedermeier

Maple Drop Leaf Dining Table

Early American Maple Furniture

Biedermeier Secretary

Antique Tiger Maple Furniture

Pair of 19th Century Maple Side Chairs with Rush Seats

$1,160Sale Price|20% Off

Pair of 19th Century Maple Side Chairs with Rush Seats

Located in Huntington, NY

A pair of 19th century maple side chairs with rush seats.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American American Classical Side Chairs

Materials

Rush, Maple

Changing Horses at Oxford Silhouette, 19th Century Maple Frame

$2,100

Changing Horses at Oxford Silhouette, 19th Century Maple Frame

Located in Queens, NY

English Victorian (19th Cent) country style maple framed silhouette of coach and horses titled: \"Changing Horses at Oxford\"

Category

Antique 19th Century British British Colonial Paintings

Materials

Maple

Mid 19th Century Maple Spindle Back Caned Seat Chair

$475

Mid 19th Century Maple Spindle Back Caned Seat Chair

Located in Germantown, MD

Civil War Era solid maple caned seat chair. Caning in good condition.. Vintage Solid Wood, Cane Seat Dining Side Accent Chair. truly antique furniture with 5 spindle back. One of the...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Side Chairs

Materials

Cane, Maple

Collection of Industrial Late 19th Century Maple Dumb Waiter Pulleys

$950 / set

Collection of Industrial Late 19th Century Maple Dumb Waiter Pulleys

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Collection of two, large and small, maple, dumb waiter pulleys circa late 19th century are unique, Industrial objects.

Category

Antique 1880s American Industrial More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Maple

French 19th century Maple, Mahogany, Ormolu and Baixas marble buffet, by Linke

$29,000

French 19th century Maple, Mahogany, Ormolu and Baixas marble buffet, by Linke

By François Linke

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An exceptional and high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. Burl Maple, Mahogany, Ormolu and Breche de Baixas marble buffet, signed Francois Linke.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Buffets

Materials

Ormolu

19th Century Victorian Maple Framed Wall Shaving Mirror

$595

19th Century Victorian Maple Framed Wall Shaving Mirror

Located in Germantown, MD

A 19th century maple framed shaving mirror measuring 26.5" in width, 5" in depth and 42" tall.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Maple

19th Century Faux Bamboo Maple Windsor Side Chair

$688

19th Century Faux Bamboo Maple Windsor Side Chair

Located in Germantown, MD

A 19th Century maple faux bamboo windsor side chair with patina.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Victorian Windsor Chairs

Materials

Faux Bamboo, Maple

Austrian Biedermeier Octagonal End Table, Maple Inlaid, 19th Century

$9,500

Austrian Biedermeier Octagonal End Table, Maple Inlaid, 19th Century

Located in Queens, NY

Austrian Biedermeier-style (19th Century) maple inlaid pedestal base end table with octagonal top.

Category

Antique 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier End Tables

Materials

Maple

Austrian Biedermeier Center Table, Maple & Mahogany, 19th Century

$36,500

Austrian Biedermeier Center Table, Maple & Mahogany, 19th Century

Located in Queens, NY

Austrian Biedermeier (19th Century) maple & mahogany center table with an octagonal solid pedestal resting on a round platform base supporting an inlaid 8 pointed star top.

Category

Antique 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Center Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Maple

American Victorian Maple Loom with Weaving

$2,600

American Victorian Maple Loom with Weaving

Located in Queens, NY

American Victorian (19th Century) maple loom with needlepoint weaving.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Victorian Antiquities

Materials

Maple

English Adam-Style Maple Wall Console with Walnut Inlay, 19th Century

$22,500

English Adam-Style Maple Wall Console with Walnut Inlay, 19th Century

Located in Queens, NY

English Adam-style (19th Century) maple wall mounted bracket commode/console with walnut inlaid vine & trim with a single drawer and inset black glass top & carved finial bas...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Maple, Walnut, Glass

Italian Neoclassic Open Armchairs, Maple with Black Lacquered Mermaids

$37,500 / set

Italian Neoclassic Open Armchairs, Maple with Black Lacquered Mermaids

Located in Queens, NY

2 Italian Neo-classic-style (19th Century) maple open arm chairs with carved black lacquered mermaid on arms and beige upholstery (PRICED EACH)

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Maple

Biedermeier Maple Drop Front Secretary

$3,995

Biedermeier Maple Drop Front Secretary

Located in East Aurora, NY

A very attractive early 19th century Maple and Ebony German Biedermeier drop front secretary.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Secretaires

Materials

Maple

American Classical Maple Double-Sided Music Stand, Hand-Crafted, 1840s

$4,800

American Classical Maple Double-Sided Music Stand, Hand-Crafted, 1840s

Located in Hudson, NY

A very beautiful, American, 19th century maple double-sided music stand. Likely New York City from the 1840s.

Category

Antique 1840s American American Classical Tables

Materials

Brass

19th Century English Satinwood Neoclassical Style Side Cabinet By Maple & Co

$18,060

19th Century English Satinwood Neoclassical Style Side Cabinet By Maple & Co

By Maple & Co.

Located in Dublin, IE

A very fine 19th century Satinwood side cabinet in the Neoclassical style, of arc-en-arbalette form, rising from six carved elegant legs, the central bow fronted door centred by a n...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Neoclassical Cabinets

Materials

Satinwood

Late 19th Century English Four Door Breakfront Bookcase By Maple & Co., London

$29,526

Late 19th Century English Four Door Breakfront Bookcase By Maple & Co., London

By Maple & Co.

Located in Dublin, IE

A fine late 19th century four door breakfront bookcase by Maple & Co, the upper section with the swan neck break front cornice cresting above four geometric glazed doors, with shelve...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Edwardian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Very Rare 19th Century Extending Jupe Table by Maple & Co

$204,629

Very Rare 19th Century Extending Jupe Table by Maple & Co

By Maple & Co., Robert Jupe

Located in London, GB

A very rare ‘Jupe’s’ extensible mechanical action circular dining table By Maple & Co Constructed in mahogany, rising from four ‘lions paw’ feet, which support four reeded and st...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

American Provincial Maple Daybed, 19th Century

$5,400

American Provincial Maple Daybed, 19th Century

Located in Buchanan, MI

An American Provincial maple daybed 19th century having a ring turned head and foot board joined by straight side rails.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Daybeds

Materials

Maple

English Victorian Watercolor Portrait, Maple Framed, 19th Century

$750

English Victorian Watercolor Portrait, Maple Framed, 19th Century

Located in Queens, NY

English Victorian maple framed watercolor portrait painting of 19th Century man (Related Item: 054174A)

Category

Antique 19th Century American Victorian Paintings

Materials

Maple

Stunning Suite of Original Solid Hardwood Victorian Maple & Co. Dining Chairs

$2,046 / set

Stunning Suite of Original Solid Hardwood Victorian Maple & Co. Dining Chairs

By Maple & Co.

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely suite of four original Maple & Co. solid mahogany dining chairs These chairs are part of a suite These are a very well made set, ...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Large Victorian Open Armchair by Maple & co.

$4,441

Large Victorian Open Armchair by Maple & co.

By Maple & Co.

Located in London, GB

A large Victorian upholstered open armchair, stamped 'Maple & Co.' Newly upholstered in a hand dyed teal antique linen.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Linen, Mahogany

ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN MAPLE & CO HOWARD ENGLISH COUNTRY HOUSE SOFA PART OF SUITE

$6,764

ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN MAPLE & CO HOWARD ENGLISH COUNTRY HOUSE SOFA PART OF SUITE

By Maple & Co.

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning original Victorian Maple & Co country house sofa which is part of a suite Please note the del...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Continental 19th Century Biedermeier St. Burl Maple Commode

$19,800

Continental 19th Century Biedermeier St. Burl Maple Commode

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An exceptional and most decorative continental 19th century Biedermeier St. burl maple commode.

Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bone, Maple

19th Century French Provincial Maple Windsor Chair, Antique Design

$595

19th Century French Provincial Maple Windsor Chair, Antique Design

Located in High Point, NC

This piece presents as a chair, distinguished by dark wood, prominent grain figure. Originating in France during 19th Century, it shows the construction techniques typical of the tim...

Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Chairs

Materials

Maple

19th Century French Provincial Maple Windsor Chair, Antique Design

$595

19th Century French Provincial Maple Windsor Chair, Antique Design

Located in High Point, NC

A table whose dark aged wood, turned baluster with ring gives it real character at first glance. Originating in France during 19th Century, it shows the construction techniques typic...

Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Chairs

Materials

Maple

19th century xl oak/maple bench

$7,797

19th century xl oak/maple bench

Located in Brecht, BE

a chunky and sturdy 19th century oak and maplewood Spanish bench with drawers ...

Category

Antique 19th Century Spanish Benches

Materials

Maple, Oak

Victorian Embroidered Ship Tapestry, Maple Frame, 19th Century, UK

$5,500

Victorian Embroidered Ship Tapestry, Maple Frame, 19th Century, UK

Located in Queens, NY

English Country Victorian maple framed \"woolie\" embroidered clipper ship with brown and white hulls

Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Tapestries

Materials

Maple

Late Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Writing Desk by Maple & Co

$3,006

Late Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Writing Desk by Maple & Co

By Maple & Co.

Located in Altrincham, GB

Late Victorian Inlaid Mahogany Writing Desk by Maple & Co, with upstand and tooled leather writing surface and fitted with two frieze drawers, the right-hand drawer stamped Maple & C...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Sheraton Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

19th Century Tiger Maple Vitrine/Cabinet

$1,600 / item

19th Century Tiger Maple Vitrine/Cabinet

Located in San Francisco, CA

Stunning biedermeier tiger maple veneered vitrine. Features a glass door and glass gallery sides, four shelves, two of which are adjustable with shelf pins. Metal tag on door inter...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century German Biedermeier Vitrines

Materials

Glass, Maple

Mahogany & Maple Table Cabinet, 19th Century

$2,459

Mahogany & Maple Table Cabinet, 19th Century

Located in GB

A middle of the 19th century mahogany table cabinet. The cabinet has panels of birds eye maple and the door and side panels have ebony beading.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century American Chippendale Style Curly Tiger Maple Highboy

$3,300

19th Century American Chippendale Style Curly Tiger Maple Highboy

Located in Forney, TX

An antique American Chippendale style curly maple (also called tiger or figured maple) chest on stand from the 19th century.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Maple

19th Century English Adam Style Satinwood & Maple Scalloped Side Table.

$2,800

19th Century English Adam Style Satinwood & Maple Scalloped Side Table.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An elegant 19th-century English Adam-style side table, finely crafted in satinwood and maple and distinguished by its unusual scalloped silhouette, delicate floral decoration, and gr...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Side Tables

Materials

Maple, Satinwood

Early American Maple Utility Table, Circa 19th Century

$1,675

Early American Maple Utility Table, Circa 19th Century

Located in Germantown, MD

Early American Maple Utility Table, Circa 19th Century. Measures 18..5" in width x 27.5 in depth x 30" in height

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Early Victorian Tables

Materials

Maple

19th Century William IV Maple Centre Table

$5,247

19th Century William IV Maple Centre Table

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Beautiful 19th century Birdseye maple centre table. The whole is supported by two decorative pedestal bases and scroll feet.

Category

Antique 19th Century English William IV Center Tables

Materials

Maple

19th Century Bird's-Eye Maple Sideboard

$2,295

19th Century Bird's-Eye Maple Sideboard

Located in High Point, NC

19th century English sideboard made from bird's-eye maple and oak.

Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Sideboards

Materials

Birdseye Maple

American Early 19th Century Federal Bowfront Chest in Mahogany and Maple

$5,500

American Early 19th Century Federal Bowfront Chest in Mahogany and Maple

Located in Atlanta, GA

American Early 19th Century Federal Bowfront Chest in Mahogany and Maple

Category

Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany, Maple

English Aesthetic movement nursing chair, possibly by Maple & Co

$1,359

English Aesthetic movement nursing chair, possibly by Maple & Co

By Maple & Co.

Located in Malton, GB

This is a very high quality English armchair from the Aesthetic movement period. With original carved ebonised frame that has Amboyna wood details along the top. Great look for a cor...

Category

Antique 19th Century Armchairs

Materials

Beech

Victorian Mahogany Kidney Shaped Writing Table by Maple & Co., 1890

$6,548

Victorian Mahogany Kidney Shaped Writing Table by Maple & Co., 1890

By Maple & Co.

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

Maple & Co were one of the most well known furniture makers and retailers in both the United Kingdom and the Rest Of The World at the end of the 19th Century and they offered onl...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Victorian Prints of Man O' War Ships, Maple, 19th Century

$450 / set

Victorian Prints of Man O' War Ships, Maple, 19th Century

Located in Queens, NY

PAIR of English Country Victorian maple framed prints of Man o\' War ships.

Category

Antique 19th Century British British Colonial Paintings

Materials

Maple

19th Century American Tiger Maple Mirror

$1,295

19th Century American Tiger Maple Mirror

Located in High Point, NC

19th century wall mirror made from tiger maple.

Category

Antique 19th Century American American Colonial Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Maple

Continental 19th Century Burl Maple Biedermeier Desk or Center Table

$38,900

Continental 19th Century Burl Maple Biedermeier Desk or Center Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A stunning Continental 19th century Burl Maple Biedermeier center table/desk with ebonized fruitwood borders.

Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Center Tables

Materials

Brass

19th Century English Birds-Eye Maple Desk

$24,596

19th Century English Birds-Eye Maple Desk

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

19th Century English birds-eye maple desk, circa 1835.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Desks

Materials

Leather, Birdseye Maple, Mahogany

Circa 1890 Maple and Co of England Giltwood Bergere Cane Bed

$4,775

Circa 1890 Maple and Co of England Giltwood Bergere Cane Bed

By Maple & Co.

Located in Hastings, GB

A stunning giltwood bergere cane bed by Maple and Co of London England, dates to circa 1900, the giltwood is bright and the cane work is perfect. The footboard is double caned, origi...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Cane, Wood

19th Century Mahogany and Satinwood Astrological Marquetry Centre Table

$61,491

19th Century Mahogany and Satinwood Astrological Marquetry Centre Table

By Maple & Co.

Located in London, GB

A fine quality astrological centre table firmly attributed to Maple & Co Constructed in very finely figured mahogany and satinwood, and having marquetry inlay of superior quality...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Center Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Edwardian Maple & Co Pedestal Writing Desk Distressed Brown Embossed Leather

$4,441

Edwardian Maple & Co Pedestal Writing Desk Distressed Brown Embossed Leather

By Maple & Co.

Located in Pulborough, GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this Lovely Edwardian Maple & Co Pedestal Desk With an Embossed Brown Leather Top. The Edwardian Maple & Co Pedestal Writing Desk is a stunning ...

Category

Antique 19th Century British Edwardian Pedestals

Materials

Hardwood

Swedish Maple & Upholstered Swivel Barber’s Armchair, mid 19th century

$5,690

Swedish Maple & Upholstered Swivel Barber’s Armchair, mid 19th century

Located in Atlanta, GA

Having an open backrest with a urn-shaped splat, the top of the backrest with a folding headrest, the curved armrests above a circular seat, the upper section swiveling atop cabriole...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Louis Philippe Armchairs

Materials

Fruitwood, Maple

Mid-19th Century English Regency Octagonal Maple Center Table

$28,500

Mid-19th Century English Regency Octagonal Maple Center Table

Located in Queens, NY

English Regency style (mid-19th Century) octagonal maple pedestal base center table with two drawers and resting on a pedestal base with 4 legs.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Regency Center Tables

Materials

Maple

French 19th Century Neoclassical Style Maple and Ormolu Chandelier

$22,500

French 19th Century Neoclassical Style Maple and Ormolu Chandelier

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An exceptional French 19th century Neo-Classical st. maple and ormolu chandelier.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Ormolu

A Biedermeier Burr Maple and Amaranth Sofa Table Mid-19th Century

$4,755

A Biedermeier Burr Maple and Amaranth Sofa Table Mid-19th Century

Located in London, GB

A Biedermeier Burr Maple and Amaranth Sofa Table. Mid-19th Century the Rectangular Canted Top and Conforming Frieze With Tablets to Each Side on Sabre Legs 75cm High, 117cm Wide, 6...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Biedermeier Sofa Tables

Materials

Maple

19th-Century Antique Sideboard, Maple and Mahogany, England

$4,816

19th-Century Antique Sideboard, Maple and Mahogany, England

By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting

Located in Milano, IT

Servant veneer in maple burl, walnut, and mahogany. Curved front doors with central inlay in various essences, representing musical instruments, notched sides with three open shelve...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Other Buffets

Materials

Mahogany, Maple, Nutwood

19th Century Large Birds Eye Maple and Giltwood Overmantel Mirror

$14,333

19th Century Large Birds Eye Maple and Giltwood Overmantel Mirror

Located in Dublin, IE

A very rare 19th Century richly patinated birds eye maple and giltwood overmantel mirror of grand proportions and exceptional quality.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Mantel Mirrors and Fireplace Mirrors

Materials

Glass, Birdseye Maple, Giltwood

Set of Six American Slat Back Maple Dining Chairs, 19th Century

$1,450 / set

Set of Six American Slat Back Maple Dining Chairs, 19th Century

Located in Astoria, NY

Set of Six American Slat Back Dark Stained Maple Dining Chairs, 19th century, probably New England. 34.25" H x 16.5" W x 17.5" D; seat: 17" H.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Maple

19th Century Handmade Maple Tavern Chairs

$2,800Sale Price / item|20% Off

19th Century Handmade Maple Tavern Chairs

Located in Wilton, CT

Beautiful set of four handmade Maple Tavern chairs that were made in Connecticut. They were purchased from an estate in Westport. They were owned by the same family since they were f...

Category

Antique 1830s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Maple

19th Century American Birdseye Maple Desk

$14,000

19th Century American Birdseye Maple Desk

Located in New York, NY

American 19th Century Birdseye Maple Desk attributed to H.

Category

Antique 1860s American American Classical Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birdseye Maple

Antique 19th Century Victorian Birdseye Maple Traveling Writing Slope Box

$350

Antique 19th Century Victorian Birdseye Maple Traveling Writing Slope Box

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique dark birds eye maple writing slope with brass M monogram plate on top with green felt lining and multiple interior storage compartments finished in macassar ebony.

Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Felt, Birdseye Maple, Ebony

19th Century Victorian Maple Framed Embroidery of Clipper Ship Arthusa

$5,000

19th Century Victorian Maple Framed Embroidery of Clipper Ship Arthusa

Located in Queens, NY

Victorian English Country Victorian maple framed embroidery of the clipper ship Arthusa with memorial photographs.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Photography

Materials

Maple

19th Century American Empire Chest of Drawers in Mahogany & Maple

$1,400

19th Century American Empire Chest of Drawers in Mahogany & Maple

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A 19th century American Empire style chest of drawers with a warm medium brown mahogany frame sporting a rectangular top over stately turned and spiraled posts flanking four graduati...

Category

Antique 19th Century American American Empire Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Metal

Early 19th Century American Tiger Maple Drop Leaf Table

$3,200

Early 19th Century American Tiger Maple Drop Leaf Table

Located in Southampton, NY

Early 19th Century American Tiger Maple Drop Leaf Table Double leaf and features one gate for each table top.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Federal Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Wood, Maple

Early 19th Century American Tigerwood Maple Secretaire

$3,200

Early 19th Century American Tigerwood Maple Secretaire

Located in Southampton, NY

This Early 19th Century American Tigerwood Maple Secretaire.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Secretaires

Materials

Wood

19th century Biedermeier st. Maple and ebonized Fruitwood armoire

$29,800

19th century Biedermeier st. Maple and ebonized Fruitwood armoire

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A most attractive Continental 19th century Biedermeier st. Maple and ebonized Fruitwood armoire.

Category

Antique 19th Century Biedermeier Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Fruitwood, Maple

Recent Sales

Biedermeier Late 19th Century Maple Side Table

Unavailable

H 30 in Dm 18 in

Biedermeier Late 19th Century Maple Side Table

By Biedermeier

Located in Altrincham, Cheshire

Biedermeier late 19th century maple side lamp table with tri-form base raised on short bun feet, measure: 18" diameter x 30" height.

Category

Antique 1880s German Biedermeier Side Tables

Materials

Ebony, Maple

19th Century Maple Biedermier Chair Back Settee

Unavailable

H 37 in W 75.25 in D 21 in

19th Century Maple Biedermier Chair Back Settee

Located in Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire

19th century maple Biedermeier chair back settee, the triple chair back with carved acanthus scroll crest rail, similarly repeated on the central splats; with outswept arms on scroll...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century European Biedermeier Settees

Materials

Maple

ca. 34m2 / 365 sqft. of 19th Century Maple Marquetry Parquet

Unavailable

H 0.99 in W 26.78 in D 26.78 in

ca. 34m2 / 365 sqft. of 19th Century Maple Marquetry Parquet

Located in Kirchberg, Tirol

The presented floor was once used in a Belle Époque dining room of a first district apartment in Vienna. The beautiful maple marquetry is set in four squares of mirrored oak veneer. ...

Category

Antique 19th Century Austrian Flooring

English Maple Settle, 19th Century

Unavailable

H 54.3 in W 38.78 in D 14.61 in

English Maple Settle, 19th Century

Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB

Late 19th century maple settle. The four-plank back flanked by well-carved arms atop plank seat, England, circa 1880.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Benches

Materials

Maple

Maple Framed Mirror

Unavailable

H 30 in W 24.25 in D 2 in

Maple Framed Mirror

Located in Hertfordshire, GB

A 19th century maple framed mirror

Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Maple

American Antique Doll’s Bed, 19th Century

Unavailable

H 17 in W 15 in D 28.5 in

American Antique Doll’s Bed, 19th Century

Located in Free Union, VA

A mid 19th century maple and pine turned wood doll’s bed of nice proportions, with detailed turnings on the four bed posts.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Rustic Toys

Materials

Twine, Maple, Pine

19th Century Leather Sofa by Maple and Company, London

Unavailable

H 34 in W 84 in D 36 in

19th Century Leather Sofa by Maple and Company, London

By Maple & Co.

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Grand scale 19th century sofa upholstered in leather standing on turned bun feet with brass casters, the back, seat and arms all upholstered in sprung horsehair.

Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Settees

Materials

Fabric, Beech

19th century satinwood inlaid vitrine display cabinet by Maple & Co

Unavailable

H 65.36 in W 49.61 in D 16.54 in

19th century satinwood inlaid vitrine display cabinet by Maple & Co

By Maple & Co.

Located in Chelmsford, GB

Fine quality Edwardian inlaid satin wood display cabinet by maple & Co London Paris The cabinet has very fine inlay detailing with fine carved columns , it is all original including...

Category

Antique 1890s English Sheraton Vitrines

Materials

Satinwood

Maple & Co. Parisian Sideboard

Unavailable

H 88.38 in W 78 in D 25 in

Maple & Co. Parisian Sideboard

By Maple & Co.

Located in Cookeville, TN

Offering this stunning piece by Maple & Co. out of Paris, France. Having two larger doors and two smaller doors with a cubby space above that, and 4 drawers across the top of doors o...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Victorian Sideboards

Materials

Mirror, Maple

19th Century American Maple Side Chair

Unavailable

H 34.5 in W 16 in D 16 in

19th Century American Maple Side Chair

Located in Boston, MA

19th century American maple side chair.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Side Chairs

Materials

Maple

19th Century American Maple Bench

Unavailable

H 25 in W 48 in D 25 in

19th Century American Maple Bench

Located in Stamford, CT

late 19th century American Maple bench. upholstered in emerald green velvet.

Category

Antique 19th Century American British Colonial Benches

Materials

Maple, Fabric

Victorian Maple & Co Oak Pillar Chest of Drawers

Unavailable

H 38.58 in W 20.87 in D 18.11 in

Victorian Maple & Co Oak Pillar Chest of Drawers

By Maple & Co.

Located in Whaley Bridge, GB

Sn5595 Fine quality Late Victorian, solid oak chest of drawers of narrow proportions, having oversailing top above five mahogany and baize lined, fielded and graduated drawers, all f...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Early 19th century Baltic maple empire cupboard / cabinet

Unavailable

H 77.56 in W 61.82 in D 23.23 in

Early 19th century Baltic maple empire cupboard / cabinet

Located in Sint-Kruis, BE

Extremely elegant Northern Europe or Baltic (Finland) empire cabinet in maple with gilded decorations. Empire furniture had an imposing character, meant to impress, with plenty of de...

Category

Antique 19th Century Belgian Cabinets

Materials

Maple

Early 19th Century French Charles X Maple Commode

Unavailable

H 39 in W 51.7 in D 25.4 in

Early 19th Century French Charles X Maple Commode

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

A good quality and with a lovely color, early 19th century French Charles X, commode in maple, of simple lines, retaining the original marble top.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Maple

Early 19th Century Burr Maple Wall Shelves

Unavailable

Early 19th Century Burr Maple Wall Shelves

Located in Banbury, GB

A SET OF BURR MAPLE WALL SHELVES IN ORIGINAL CONDITION FRENCH,C.1800 BRASS FINIALS & FEET. WIDTH :26 INS HEIGHT :32.5 INS DEPTH :6 INS

Category

Antique 19th Century English Shelves

19th Century Empire "Biedermeier" Maple Wood Table

Unavailable

H 30.32 in W 20.87 in D 14.57 in

19th Century Empire "Biedermeier" Maple Wood Table

Located in Arezzo, IT

Nice maple wood table with tray top and four smooth column legs. Empire "Biedermeier" period, century XIX, 1820. The coffee table is to be restored and the price includes restoration.

Category

Antique 1820s Biedermeier Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Maple

Commode Chest of Drawers 19th Century Biedermeier Tiger Maple

Unavailable

H 32.29 in W 41.34 in D 20.87 in

Commode Chest of Drawers 19th Century Biedermeier Tiger Maple

Located in Santander, ES

Unusual early 19th century, North German Biedermeier commode of fine tiger maple veneers in their natural color.

Category

Antique 19th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Maple

Mid-19th Century Bird's-Eye Maple Wall Mounted Cabinet

Unavailable

H 18 in W 37 in D 6 in

Mid-19th Century Bird's-Eye Maple Wall Mounted Cabinet

Located in Stratford upon Avon, GB

A beautiful bird’s-eye Maple wall-mounted cabinet, English, circa 1840.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Cabinets

Materials

Birdseye Maple

19th Century Victorian Oak and Silver Plated Gallery Tray

Unavailable

H 1.5 in W 24 in D 14.5 in

19th Century Victorian Oak and Silver Plated Gallery Tray

By Maple & Co.

Located in Umberleigh, Devon

A good large English Victorian oak and silver plated gallery tray with pierced decoration to sides, carrying handles either end, central vacant cartouche and sits on bun feet. Made b...

Category

Antique 1890s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Antique American Sheraton Birdseye Maple One Drawer Stand c. Mid 19th Century

Unavailable

H 27 in W 20 in D 18 in

Antique American Sheraton Birdseye Maple One Drawer Stand c. Mid 19th Century

Located in Westfield, MA

This antique American Sheraton one drawer stand, dating to the mid-19th century, is crafted of beautiful birdseye maple with warm patina and fine grain.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Sheraton End Tables

Materials

Birdseye Maple

19th Century Federal Mahogany and Bird's-Eye Maple Sewing Stand

Unavailable

H 29 in W 19.5 in D 16 in

19th Century Federal Mahogany and Bird's-Eye Maple Sewing Stand

Located in Woodbury, CT

Massachusetts, early 19th century. Measures: 29" H x 19.5" W x 16" D Thin drying crack on tabletop as shown in photographs.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Side Tables

Materials

Birdseye Maple, Mahogany

Antique Large 19th Century Victorian Maple and Amboyna Inlaid Cheval Mirror

Unavailable

H 70.08 in W 37.41 in D 20.48 in

Antique Large 19th Century Victorian Maple and Amboyna Inlaid Cheval Mirror

Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech

Antique large 19th century Victorian maple cheval mirror with what we think are birds eye maple and amboyna inlays.

Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Floor Mirrors and Full-Length Mir...

Materials

Maple, Amboyna

19th Century Pennsylvania Bird's-Eye Maple Veneer Utensil Box

Unavailable

H 10.25 in W 15 in D 9 in

19th Century Pennsylvania Bird's-Eye Maple Veneer Utensil Box

Located in Woodbury, CT

Wonderful honey patina. Pennsylvania, early 19th century.

Category

Antique 1850s American Decorative Boxes

Materials

Birdseye Maple

An English 19th c. Longcase / Grandfather Clock

Unavailable

H 104 in

An English 19th c. Longcase / Grandfather Clock

By Maple & Co.

Located in Miami, FL

An English 19th c. Longcase / Grandfather Musical Clock with Inlaid Case.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Clocks

Figured Tiger Maple Tall Post Bed, Probably Pennsylvania, Early 19th Century

Unavailable

H 93.25 in W 58 in D 81 in

Figured Tiger Maple Tall Post Bed, Probably Pennsylvania, Early 19th Century

Located in Providence, RI

This bed is composed throughout of some of the finest tiger maple that we have handled. (Please see the close-ups.) What is also most appealing is the beautifully tapered vase and ri...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Sheraton Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Maple

Early 19th century Italian rosewood and birdseye maple tilt top table

Unavailable

H 26.19 in Dm 28.55 in

Early 19th century Italian rosewood and birdseye maple tilt top table

Located in Uppingham, Rutland

Fabulous early 19th century Italian specimen tilt-top table on the most beautifully elegant tripod pedestal base, circa 1820.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Italian Regency Dessert Tables and Tilt-top T...

Materials

Birdseye Maple, Rosewood

Antique Tiger Maple Queen Anne Style Candle Stand c. Mid 19th Century

Unavailable

H 25 in W 17 in D 17 in

Antique Tiger Maple Queen Anne Style Candle Stand c. Mid 19th Century

Located in Westfield, MA

This elegant antique candle stand, dating from the mid-19th century, is a fine example of the Queen Anne style, characterized by its graceful proportions and soft, organic curves.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Queen Anne Candle Stands

Materials

Birdseye Maple, Maple

19th Century Mahogany and Maple Desk Canterbury

Unavailable

H 11.23 in W 10.63 in D 8.27 in

19th Century Mahogany and Maple Desk Canterbury

Located in Salisbury, GB

A 19th Century mahogany and maple desk Canterbury with two drawers below a turned gallery letter tray with brass lifting handles circa 1880

Category

Antique 1880s English Victorian More Desk Accessories

Two N. Remond Botanical Prints in Tiger Maple Frames, 19th Century

Unavailable

H 17 in W 14 in D 1 in

Two N. Remond Botanical Prints in Tiger Maple Frames, 19th Century

Located in Lakeville, CT

Warm, wonderful maple frames surround botanical prints that have been newly matted and framed. The colors are strong on these soft florals. Each print is accompanied by the original ...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XIV Prints

Materials

Wood, Paper

Late 19th Century Burled Maple High Boy

Unavailable

H 63 in W 38 in D 21 in

Late 19th Century Burled Maple High Boy

Located in Raleigh, NC

English high boy with beautiful burled maple. This antique comes apart in two pieces.

Category

Antique 1870s English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Birdseye Maple Chest of Drawers

Unavailable

H 39.77 in W 46.07 in D 20.87 in

Birdseye Maple Chest of Drawers

Located in Warrington, GB

Sun bleached birdseye maple chest of 4 graduated drawers. Beautiful addition to any home. English C1860 Measurements - 101cm h x 53cm d x 117cm w (measurements are approximate an...

Category

Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Birdseye Maple

Quality 19th century Walnut Maple & Co. Antique Writing Table

Unavailable

H 72 in W 91 in D 53 in

Quality 19th century Walnut Maple & Co. Antique Writing Table

Located in Clitheroe, GB

Quality Walnut Maple & Co. Antique writing table This Quality Arts and Crafts late 19th Century Walnut Antique Writing Table is by the renowned makers Maple & Co and dates from ca...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Great Exhibition of 1851 Print in Original Maple Frame

Unavailable

H 31.5 in W 25.2 in D 1.19 in

19th Century Great Exhibition of 1851 Print in Original Maple Frame

By Dickinson

Located in Richmond, London

19th century Great Exhibition of 1851 chromolithographic print in its original maple frame.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Prints

Materials

Wood, Paper

19th Century Heart in Hand Tiger Maple Tea Caddy

Unavailable

H 6.5 in W 11.25 in D 6.25 in

19th Century Heart in Hand Tiger Maple Tea Caddy

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rare dated 1863 and signed on the underside 'G Rawlins' handmade tiger maple tea caddy with a most unusual fancy inlaid heart in hand on the top of the box, inlaid maker initials, es...

Category

Antique 1860s Folk Art Tea Caddies

Birds Eye Maple Antique Mirror

Unavailable

H 32.68 in W 30.32 in D 1.97 in

Birds Eye Maple Antique Mirror

Located in Lancashire, GB

Birds Eye Maple Antique Mirror. This is a beautiful, English 19th century antique mirror, the birds eye maple frame is well figured and a lovely, original colour.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Wall Mirrors

Materials

Birdseye Maple

Late 19th French Table In Maple Tree Extendable Charles X

Unavailable

H 29.53 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in

Late 19th French Table In Maple Tree Extendable Charles X

Located in Paris, FR

19th French Table In Maple Tree Extendable Charles X Lion pawfoot gilded bronze

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Dining Room Tables

Materials

Maple

George IV 19th c. Birds Eye Maple Buffet

Unavailable

H 63 in W 50 in D 21 in

George IV 19th c. Birds Eye Maple Buffet

Located in Savannah, GA

Two tiered early 19th century English chiffonier. Multi purpose sideboard, writing desk and storage with a single wood piece that locks the four drawers on each side.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Buffets

19th Century Biedermier Side Table

Unavailable

H 23 in W 18 in D 12 in

19th Century Biedermier Side Table

Located in Toronto, ON

Biedermier maple and ebonized galleried side table.

Category

Antique 19th Century End Tables

Materials

Maple

Louis Philippe Maple Buffet

Unavailable

H 31 in W 43 in D 23 in

Louis Philippe Maple Buffet

Located in Kirkland, WA

French Louis Phillipe Maple Buffet with Grey Marble Top This diminutive buffet features two dove-tailed drawers and two doors with book matched maple veneer over oak secondary. ...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Buffets

Materials

Maple, Oak

ca 61.5m2/661 sqft of 19th Century Ornamental Parquet made of Mahogany and Maple

Unavailable

H 1.19 in W 26.97 in D 26.97 in

ca 61.5m2/661 sqft of 19th Century Ornamental Parquet made of Mahogany and Maple

Located in Kirchberg, Tirol

This marvelous parquetry work was issued for the apartment of Egyptian ambassador to the Habsburg Empire in Vienna. The apartment was located in the 'Winterpalais' the former winter ...

Category

Antique 19th Century Austrian Flooring

Horner Tiger Maple Cabinet

Unavailable

H 81 in W 60 in D 21 in

Horner Tiger Maple Cabinet

By J. Horner

Located in Cookeville, TN

Offering this stunning tiger maple Horner cabinet. Sitting atop 4 paw feet on casters it rises upward. On the front of the curved body two columns rise to the top. On top of the colu...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American American Classical Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Maple

ca. 18 m2 of 19th century Oak and Maple Inlay Parquet

Unavailable

H 1.19 in W 26.78 in D 26.78 in

ca. 18 m2 of 19th century Oak and Maple Inlay Parquet

Located in Kirchberg, Tirol

The presented parquet is extra ordinary for its unusual veneer inlay work of oak and maple. Due to this combination the pattern is depicting a finely woven floral grid The main id...

Category

Antique 1860s Austrian Architectural Elements

Materials

Oak

ca 28m2/300 sqft of a 19th century Ornamental Parquet made of Mahogany and Maple

Unavailable

H 1.19 in W 26.97 in D 26.97 in

ca 28m2/300 sqft of a 19th century Ornamental Parquet made of Mahogany and Maple

Located in Kirchberg, Tirol

This marvelous parquetry work was issued for the apartment of Egyptian ambassador to the Habsburg Empire in Vienna. The apartment was located in the 'Winterpalais' the former winter ...

Category

Antique 19th Century Austrian Flooring

19th Century French Faux Bamboo Gentleman’s Dressing Vanity

Unavailable

H 73 in W 60 in D 21 in

19th Century French Faux Bamboo Gentleman’s Dressing Vanity

Located in East Hampton, NY

Mid to late 19th century French Provincial faux bamboo pitch pine and bird's eye maple gentleman’s dressing vanity.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Birdseye Maple

Antique Campaign Chairs in Bird’s Eye Maple

Unavailable

H 12.21 in W 6.4 in D 6.4 in

Antique Campaign Chairs in Bird’s Eye Maple

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Antique Campaign Chairs in Bird's Eye Maple These bird's eye maple, balloon back chairs differ to past designs we have seen. The majority of balloon back campaign chairs that come o...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Campaign Chairs

Materials

Birdseye Maple

19th Century White Marble and Brass Clock Set Stamped Maple & Co, Paris

Unavailable

H 13.78 in W 7.88 in D 4.34 in

19th Century White Marble and Brass Clock Set Stamped Maple & Co, Paris

Located in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire

A decorative garniture clock set signed Maple & Co, Paris. The clock with an enamel dial and eight day striking movement on a bell, is held aloft by a pair of brass cherubs. The wh...

Category

Antique 1880s French Empire Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Brass

Early Victorian Bird's Eye Maple Wellington Chest

Unavailable

H 47.638 in W 25.197 in D 16.929 in

Early Victorian Bird's Eye Maple Wellington Chest

Located in Whaley Bridge, GB

Sn5321 Fine quality early Victorian bird's eye maple chest of drawers, having oversailing top above seven mahogany lined graduated drawers all fitted with original turned knobs and f...

Category

Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Birdseye Maple

19th Century Circular Table

Unavailable

H 29.26 in Dm 54.14 in

19th Century Circular Table

By Gillows of Lancaster & London

Located in Edenbridge, Kent

A large circular tilt-top burr maplewood veneered centre table. The burr maplewood is laid on solid mahogany which is an excellent sign of quality. On the large block is the stamp o...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century European Early Victorian Center Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Maple

English Mahogany Petite Game Table

Unavailable

H 29.75 in W 27.75 in D 15 in

English Mahogany Petite Game Table

By Maple & Co.

Located in Hinsdale, IL

1880's reproduction of a Georgian tea/card table with flip and turn top open; delicate cabriole legs with carved knees ending in pad feet; routed edge and inlaid top; smaller size; b...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Game Tables

Victorian Tulip Purplewood and Burr Maple Table

Unavailable

H 54.73 in W 33.47 in D 22.25 in

Victorian Tulip Purplewood and Burr Maple Table

Located in Edinburgh, GB

Late Victorian gilt brass-mounted tulipwood, purplewood and burr maple writing table with a hinged fold over leather inset writing surface, fine ribbon inlay, all standing on cabriol...

Category

Antique 19th Century Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Maple, Tulipwood

Antique Austrian Biedermeier Secretary, Bird's Eye Maple

Unavailable

H 46.5 in W 43.5 in D 19.5 in

Antique Austrian Biedermeier Secretary, Bird's Eye Maple

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique Austrian Biedermeier secretary, bird's eye maple.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Secretaires

Materials

Birdseye Maple

Biedermeier / Empire Cabinet / Saxony Around 1810 / Maple

Unavailable

H 75.99 in W 60.63 in D 23.63 in

Biedermeier / Empire Cabinet / Saxony Around 1810 / Maple

Located in Volkach, BY

This classic Empire cabinet was made in Germany around 1810, probably in the Leipzig area / Saxony. It is characterized in particular by its architectural structure with columns plac...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century German Empire Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Maple

Miniature Blanket Chest of Burl Maple

Unavailable

H 5 in W 8 in D 4 in

Miniature Blanket Chest of Burl Maple

Located in New Oxford, PA

A miniature blanket chest of outstanding figured burl maple from New York. The shaped skirt and small size make this a wonderful item for table-top display. Early circa 1800 manufact...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American American Classical Decorative Boxes

Materials

Maple

Burr Maple Commode

Unavailable

H 38.5 in W 49.5 in D 22 in

Burr Maple Commode

Located in Banbury, GB

A RARE ORMOLU MOUNTED COMMODE-PANTALONNE IN BURR MAPLE,THE INTERIOR WITH MAHOGANY SLIDING SHELVES.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

George III Burr Maple Writing Desk

Unavailable

H 29 in W 34 in D 21 in

George III Burr Maple Writing Desk

Located in Knutsford, GB

A fine George III burr maple writing table. The rectangular rosewood banded top with a central green leather writing surface, bordered by a pair of surfaces fitted with up-stands to ...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English George III Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Birdseye Maple

Tiger Maple Sewing Lens Stand

Unavailable

H 25 in D 6 in

Tiger Maple Sewing Lens Stand

Located in Hudson, NY

Unusual sewing lens mounted in a tiger maple stand. American, possibly Maine or Mass. Late 18th or early 19th c.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Primitive More Folk Art

Materials

Glass

19th Century Military Campaign Chest of Drawers

Unavailable

H 41.5 in W 42 in D 17.5 in

19th Century Military Campaign Chest of Drawers

Located in Wiltshire, GB

A good quality mid-19th century military Campaign chest of drawers with original handles and feet.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Maple

Burr maple oval center table

Unavailable

H 29 in W 54 in D 36 in

Burr maple oval center table

Located in Pasadena, CA

English 19th century burr maple oval table with beatifully carved pedestal base on original castors.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Center Tables

Birds Eye Maple and Gilt Picture Frame

Unavailable

H 6.25 in W 7.5 in

Birds Eye Maple and Gilt Picture Frame

Located in New York, NY

Birds Eye Maple and Gilt Picture Frame

Category

Antique 19th Century English Picture Frames

BBirds Eye Maple and Gilt Picture Frame

Unavailable

H 6.5 in W 8 in

BBirds Eye Maple and Gilt Picture Frame

Located in New York, NY

Birds Eye Maple and Gilt Picture Frame

Category

Antique 19th Century English Picture Frames

Vintage Industrial Component on Board, United States, 20th C

$2,200

H 24 in W 16.5 in D 1.75 in

Vintage Industrial Component on Board, United States, 20th C

Located in New York City, NY

Vintage industrial parts mounted to an aged pine board. Cool, modernist effect.

Category

20th Century American Industrial Decorative Art

Materials

Metal

Large Old Victorian School Oak & Cast Iron Coat Hooks - Coat Stand

$218Sale Price|20% Off

H 11.82 in W 46.86 in D 5.91 in

Large Old Victorian School Oak & Cast Iron Coat Hooks - Coat Stand

Located in Leicester, GB

A beautiful old English industrial coat hook. This large coat rack is made in solid oak with three large sized double hooks which are made in iron. Each hook has the original paper n...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Industrial Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Iron

Amsterdam School Style Coat Rack Wood and Metal Hooks, circa 1940

$743Sale Price|20% Off

H 13.78 in W 40.95 in D 4.73 in

Amsterdam School Style Coat Rack Wood and Metal Hooks, circa 1940

Located in Barcelona, ES

Add a touch of vintage charm and functionality to your entryway with this Amsterdam School style coat rack. Crafted circa 1940 and manufactured in Holland, this piece showcases the r...

Category

Vintage 1940s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Antique Chinese Wooden Cart Wheel

$585

H 16.25 in W 12.13 in D 2 in

Antique Chinese Wooden Cart Wheel

Located in Nantucket, MA

Antique Chinese wooden cart wheel, ?a rough handhewn round hardwood wheel with square cut for an axle; worn and eroded to a wonderful crude shape and surface, with old splits and gou...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Archaistic More Asian Art, Objects and ...

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of Early 19th Century Irish Elmwood Side Chairs

$1,850 / set

H 35.5 in W 18.5 in D 18 in

Pair of Early 19th Century Irish Elmwood Side Chairs

Located in San Francisco, CA

Matched pair of late 18th/early 19th century Irish Hepplewhite elmwood side chairs with removable seats.

Category

Antique 19th Century Irish Neoclassical Chairs

Materials

Walnut

English Country Horse and Jockey Painting, Gilt Frame, 19th Century

$4,750

H 11 in W 13 in

English Country Horse and Jockey Painting, Gilt Frame, 19th Century

Located in Queens, NY

English Country style gilt framed oil painting of horse (Silvo) and jockey wearing purple shirt (signed)

Category

Antique 19th Century British British Colonial Paintings

Materials

Paint

Vintage Wood Pulleys

$200 / item

H 14.5 in W 3.5 in D 5 in

Vintage Wood Pulleys

Located in Napa, CA

Assortment of single and double vintage pulleys/set blocks. Beautiful aged patina on wood and metal. Some marked Madesco Products, Easton, PA. Priced individually.

Category

20th Century American More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Metal

Set of Four 19th Century Equestrian Prints

$5,500 / set

H 21 in W 25 in D 1 in

Set of Four 19th Century Equestrian Prints

Located in Long Island City, NY

Set of four 19th century equestrian prints.

Category

Antique 1850s Prints

Antique Pair of French Provincial Turned Wood Arm Chairs with Rush Seats

$1,350 / set

H 35 in W 24 in D 16 in

Antique Pair of French Provincial Turned Wood Arm Chairs with Rush Seats

Located in Morristown, NJ

Late 19th c., a pair of French Provincial turned wood arm chairs with rush seats. Antique pair of French Provincial chairs crafted from solid wood. Constructed with traditional ca...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Armchairs

Materials

Rush, Wood

Pair of Antique Late Empire Mahogany Salon Chairs from the 1840s

$514 / set

H 34.26 in W 18.9 in D 16.54 in

Pair of Antique Late Empire Mahogany Salon Chairs from the 1840s

Located in Lejre, DK

Pair of antique Late Empire salon chairs from the 1840s, made of mahogany. The chairs feature classically shaped backs and originally upholstered seats. A fine example of mid-19th-ce...

Category

Antique 1840s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Large Antique, Industrial Factory Wooden Foundry Form, Wheel, Cog, Gear

$1,580

H 52 in Dm 52 in

Large Antique, Industrial Factory Wooden Foundry Form, Wheel, Cog, Gear

Located in Buffalo, NY

Large antique, Industrial factory wooden foundry form mold, wheel, cog, gear, very unusual and rare size measuring 52" in diameter, retains original factory paint, patina, perfect ad...

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19th Century Maple For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the 19th century maple you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, maple and hardwood, every 19th century maple was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a 19th century maple — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A 19th century maple, designed in the Victorian, Neoclassical or Regency style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made 19th century maple over the years, but those crafted by Maple & Co., Gillows of Lancaster & London and Biedermeier are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

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Prices for a 19th century maple start at $75 and top out at $202,124 with the average selling for $3,971.

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Who was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century?
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British artist John Singer Sargent was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century. Other notable portraitists from the period include James Abbott McNeill Whistler, Eugène Delacroix, Théodore Géricault, Gustave Courbet, Édouard Manet, Mary Cassat, Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of portrait paintings.
What art style was used by the 19th-century French painters?
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The French painters of the 19th century worked in two styles. Neoclassicism dominated the first half of the century, and Impressionism was the most common style during the second half. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of French paintings.
Were there cannons in the 16th century?
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Yes, there were cannons in the 16th century. The history of the weapon dates back to 12th-century China. Historical records suggest that the first cannons appeared in Europe during the Islamic wars in Iberia in the 13th century. Find a range of antique cannons on 1stDibs.
Was there glass in the 16th century?
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Yes, the history of glass-making goes back much further than the 1600s. It’s believed that they were making glass in different parts of the world at least 3,600 years ago, maybe even longer. During the late Bronze Age in Egypt and in Western Asia, glassmarking advanced significantly and was manipulated extensively to produce vessels, jewelry, and works of art. Shop a range of antique and vintage glass on 1stDibs.
What is the most important painting of the 20th century?
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What painting is the most important of the 20th century is largely a matter of personal opinion. Some notable works produced during the period include Paul Cézanne's Mont Sainte-Victoire, Pablo Picasso's Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, Henri Matisse's The Dance and Jackson Pollock's Lavender Mist. Shop a large selection of 20th-century paintings on 1stDibs.
What furniture was used in the 16th century?
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A variety of furniture was used during the 16th century. Items commonly found in homes include high-backed armchairs, chests, stools, benches and cupboards. Most European artisans active during the time period produced pieces out of oak wood. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
What is 17th-century furniture called?
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What 17th-century furniture is called varies. The general term for all furniture produced 100 years ago, including 17th-century pieces, is antique furniture. You may also choose to be more specific and describe a piece by its style. Theatrical and lavish, the Baroque style was prevalent across Europe from the 17th to the mid-18th century and spread around the world through colonialism, including in Asia, Africa and the Americas. Baroque furniture was extravagant in all aspects, from shape to materials. 17th-century pieces from England often feature characteristics of the William and Mary style, such as crisp lines, maple and walnut veneers, inlaid bands and C-scroll ornaments. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
Did they have wedding rings in the 18th century?
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How did art change in the 18th century?
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In the 18th century, art changed in style from Baroque to Rococo and Neoclassicism. Art became more ornamented and idealized during the Rococo period and then shifted toward a style that emulated the artwork of ancient Greece and Rome near the end of the century. You’ll find a variety of fine art on 1stDibs.
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.
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Sir Isaac Newton invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century. He created it as a replacement for the refracting telescope, which tended to have poor optics. Find a collection of antique and vintage telescopes on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
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One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.
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17th-century Dutch portraiture has many similarities to other Baroque paintings, including rich colors, dark shadows and intense lighting. Many famous Dutch Baroque works lean toward realism. In Dutch portraiture, props and detailed backgrounds are uncommon. You'll find a collection of Dutch Baroque paintings from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
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The individuals considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons are William Hogarth, James Gillray and George Cruikshank. Although the 18th century saw a widespread increase in illustrations in newspapers, these three illustrators were particularly well-known for their work. Hogarth's work was extremely diverse, ranging from serious, realistic paintings and portraits to satirical and moralistic illustrations filled with symbolism. A British caricaturist, Gillray is remembered today for his artworks representing political and social satires, like his political cartoons against George III of England. Despite being a prolific caricaturist, Cruikshank is now most famous for illustrating the works of Charles Dickens. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of illustrations.
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