What's the difference between vintage and antique?
This is a question that is important to us at Modernism.com because our dealers use these words often. We are here to clear up any confusion!
The simple definitions:
VINTAGE: The word VINTAGE describes an item that is at least 20 years+ old. 
ANTIQUE: The word ANTIQUE describes an item that is 100 years old or older. 
 
Examples:

• A 1960s George Nelson Executive Desk by Herman Miller is VINTAGE.
• A 1820s Gilt Bronze Mantle Clock is ANTIQUE.
• An Art Deco Chair from 1925 is VINTAGE, but in 2025 will become an ANTIQUE.
• Any item made in 1916 or earlier is ANTIQUE.
• Any item made between 1917 and 1996 is VINTAGE.

 
Now you will forever know how and when to use the terms vintage and antique.
 
 
 
 
 
 

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