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.

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.

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 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.

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.

15th Century Japan

Wabi Sabi Vase Pottery

Category

Antique 16th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

15th Century Japanese Bronze Baby Buddha, Large, Refined and Graceful-Special!

$8,250 Sale Price

50% Off

MAISON MARGIELA black leather TABI CHELSEA Boots Shoes 38.5 fit 38

By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in Zürich, CH

-garde craftsmanship. Designed with the iconic split-toe silhouette inspired by 15th-century Japanese

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Shoes

MAISON MARGIELA black leather TABI CHELSEA Boots Shoes 38.5 fit 38

$950

Japanese antique stone tower / [Gorinto] / 15th-17th century

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is an ancient stupa believed to have been made in Japan between the Muromachi and Momoyama

Category

Antique 16th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Japanese antique stone tower / [Gorinto] / 15th-17th century

$2,500

Japanese antique "Shigaraki ware" large vase / late 15th century / Wabi-sabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

originated in the Shigaraki region of Shiga Prefecture around the 8th century and is one of Japan's Six

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Jars

Materials

Pottery

Japanese antique "Shigaraki ware" large vase / late 15th century / Wabi-sabi

$1,100

Japanese antique pottery "Tamba" ware/15th to 16th century/rare Jar

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

circle on the map is the Tamba kiln) It is said to have originated around the 12th century. In Japan

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Vases

Materials

Pottery

Japanese antique pottery "Tamba" ware/15th to 16th century/rare Jar

$1,300

Japanese antique Bizen ware vase / 15th-16th century / Wabi-sabi vase/Tsubo

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Japan's Six Ancient Kilns and is known as one of the oldest pottery styles in Japan. Its history dates

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Antique 16th Century Japanese Other Vases

Materials

Pottery

Japanese antique Bizen ware vase / 15th-16th century / Wabi-sabi vase/Tsubo

$1,300

Japanese Antique Pottery Jar 15th-16th Century/ Wabi-Sabi Jar/Tokoname Vase

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

in Aichi prefecture, Japan. It is said to have originated around the 12th century. Also, in Japan

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Antique 16th Century Japanese Other Vases

Materials

Pottery

Japanese Antique Pottery Jar 15th-16th Century/ Wabi-Sabi Jar/Tokoname Vase

$1,000

50 Million Year Old Fossil Fish & Kinstugi Mural, Green River Formation, Wyoming

By Green River Fossil Company

Located in Logan, UT

originates from 15th century Japan. It is a practice that embraces and celebrates imperfections by using gold

Category

2010s American Decorative Art

Materials

Limestone

50 Million Year Old Fossil Fish & Kinstugi Mural, Green River Formation, Wyoming

$24,800 / item

Louis Vuitton Rare Limited Japan 15th Anniversary Mini Noe 2way Hobo 1110lv22

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Dix hills, NY

Louis Vuitton Rare Limited Japan 15th Anniversary Mini Noe 2way Hobo 1110lv22 Date Code/Serial

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Rare Limited Japan 15th Anniversary Mini Noe 2way Hobo 1110lv22

$1,799

Japanese Terracotta Clay Haniwa Funerary Warrior Sculpture Figure 6th Century

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderful antique/ancient terracotta clay made Japanese ritual burial funeray Haniwa warrior

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Clay, Earthenware, Terracotta

Japanese Terracotta Clay Haniwa Funerary Warrior Sculpture Figure 6th Century

$3,495

Japanese Terracotta Clay Haniwa Funerary Dancing Sculpture Figure 6th Century

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderful antique/ancient terracotta clay made Japanese ritual burial funeray full body Haniwa

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Clay, Earthenware, Terracotta

Japanese Terracotta Clay Haniwa Funerary Dancing Sculpture Figure 6th Century

$2,995

Japanese antique pottery fragments/12th to 13th century/Flower vase

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Tokoname ware is a historic kiln in Japan, where pottery has been made since before the Common Era

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Antiquities

Materials

Pottery

Japanese antique pottery fragments/12th to 13th century/Flower vase

$1,000

Rare Japanese Complete Figure of an Aristocratic Woman Haniwa, 6th Century AD

Located in New York, NY

Rare Japanese Complete Figure of an Aristocratic Woman Haniwa, 6th Century AD DIMENSIONS Height

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Japonisme Antiquities

Materials

Stone

Rare Japanese Complete Figure of an Aristocratic Woman Haniwa, 6th Century AD

$3,500

Japanese Rare Copper Wall Hanging Buddha Statue / 14th-16th Century / Temple

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a so-called hanging Buddha. (Called Kakebutsu in Japan) Kakebutsu is a combination of a

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Decorative Art

Materials

Copper

Japanese Rare Copper Wall Hanging Buddha Statue / 14th-16th Century / Temple

$1,500

Japanese antique pottery bowl [tokoname ware]/Tokoname ware/12th-13th century

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

history dating back to the 12th century, and there are still several active kilns today (marked with a red

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Antiquities

Materials

Pottery

Japanese antique pottery bowl [tokoname ware]/Tokoname ware/12th-13th century

$900

12-16th century Yamajawan 8-layered Japanese proto-pottery mountain bowls

Located in Chiba, JP

MOUNTAIN-CHAWAN – Supernatural unconscious object as the integrated 8-layered Japanese proto

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

12-16th century Yamajawan 8-layered Japanese proto-pottery mountain bowls

$350

Japanese Antique Huge “Yabure Tsubo” Ceramic Vessel 13th Century / Wabi-Sabi

By Axel Vervoordt

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

centuries. It will be shipped securely from Japan in a custom-made wooden box to ensure the highest level

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Antique Huge “Yabure Tsubo” Ceramic Vessel 13th Century / Wabi-Sabi

$12,000

Japanese Haniwa Terracotta Head of a Warrior

Located in Hudson, NY

figures that accompanied the dead buried in early Japan, from the 3rd century-8th century. These figures

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Antiquities

Materials

Terracotta

Japanese Haniwa Terracotta Head of a Warrior

$2,500

Kamakura Period Japanese Shinzu Sculpture

Located in Hudson, NY

Kamakura Period Japanese Shinzu sculpture. Shinzo is a representational figure of a god or spirit

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Kamakura Period Japanese Shinzu Sculpture

$32,000

Rare Japanese antique wooden god statue /12th century/small wabi-sabi figurines

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

throughout Japan. Around the 8th century, the idea that gods follow the teachings of Buddha spread. Until the

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Cypress

Rare Japanese antique wooden god statue /12th century/small wabi-sabi figurines

$1,500

Japanese Beautiful Antique Pottery/Sue Pottery/Around 9th Century/Excavated Vase

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

eastern Japan, so it is thought to be an item from around the 9th century. This item also has pieces of

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Vases

Materials

Pottery

Japanese Beautiful Antique Pottery/Sue Pottery/Around 9th Century/Excavated Vase

$1,000

Japanese antique pottery bowl/Tokoname ware/12th-13th century/excavated pottery

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

century. In Japan, there are six kilns with a long history that are still active, and Tokoname is one of

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Decorative Bowls

Materials

Pottery

Japanese antique pottery bowl/Tokoname ware/12th-13th century/excavated pottery

$1,200

Japanese antique Shigaraki ware vase / 13th century / Wabi-sabi flower vase

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This Echizen ware jar was produced during the Kamakura period, around the 13th century. Even among

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Jars

Materials

Pottery

Japanese antique Shigaraki ware vase / 13th century / Wabi-sabi flower vase

$3,000

EARLY Japanese Buddhist Celestial Figure-Likely 500+ Years Old- Kamakura

Located in Ukiah, CA

Kamakura Japanese Buddhist Celestial Figure made out of lacquer. Probably originally flanked one

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Asian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Lacquer

EARLY Japanese Buddhist Celestial Figure-Likely 500+ Years Old- Kamakura

$2,900

Japanese Stone Object medium / wabi-sabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is an old Japanese stone object. This stone object has a beautiful black and beige gradation

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Japonisme Scholar's Objects

Materials

Stone

Japanese Stone Object medium / wabi-sabi

$480

Japanese antique Shigaraki ware vase/withered wabi-sabi vase/16th century

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is Shigaraki ware pottery made in Shiga Prefecture, Japan. Shigaraki ware is said to have been

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Jars

Materials

Pottery

Japanese antique Shigaraki ware vase/withered wabi-sabi vase/16th century

$900

Japanese Black Kamuy-Kotan Suiseki God Stone

Located in Chiba, JP

of God’ in the Ainu language) in the western part of Asahikawa city in Hokkaido, Japan. Supernatural

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Scholar's Objects

Materials

Stone

Japanese Black Kamuy-Kotan Suiseki God Stone

$300

Japanese Kamuy-Kotan Black Suiseki God Stone

Located in Chiba, JP

’ in the Ainu language) in the western part of Asahikawa city in Hokkaido, Japan. Quite a unique

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Scholar's Objects

Materials

Stone

Japanese Kamuy-Kotan Black Suiseki God Stone

$240 Sale Price

20% Off

Japanese Ko-Seto Stoneware Ewer with Carved Design

Located in Atlanta, GA

On offer is a rare Ko-seto (old seto) stoneware ewer from Kamakura period (12-14th century) Japan

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Archaistic Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Japanese Ko-Seto Stoneware Ewer with Carved Design

$9,800

Early Shinto Carving of Figure Referred to as Father Japan

Located in Hudson, NY

Shinto carving of figure referred to as Father Japan. Heian period (794 to 1185) sculpture made of

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Early Shinto Carving of Figure Referred to as Father Japan

$75,000

Japanese antique earthenware/Wabi-sabi objects/Unglazed pottery

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

earthenware from Japan, called "Yayoi" or "Hajiki". This item is from before the 9th century, and is a type of

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Antiquities

Materials

Pottery

Japanese antique earthenware/Wabi-sabi objects/Unglazed pottery

$800

Early Japanese Hinoki Wood Sculpture of Bishamon

Located in Hudson, NY

Early Japanese Hinoki wood sculpture of Bishamon. Kamakura period (1185 - 1333) sculpture made from

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Early Japanese Hinoki Wood Sculpture of Bishamon

$75,000

Japanese Bronze Tripod Ritual Wash Basin (Ashitsuki-darai)

Located in Point Richmond, CA

UH80301 Japanese Bronze Tripod Ritual Wash Basin (Ashitsuki-darai), Muromachi Period, 16th century

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Bronze Tripod Ritual Wash Basin (Ashitsuki-darai)

$1,500

Japanese Antique Ancient Sueki Sue Ware Wabi-Sabi Pottery Vase Pot Vessel

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderful, unique, and handcrafted piece of ancient Japanese Sueki Sue ware pottery dating back

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Pottery, Stoneware

Japanese Antique Ancient Sueki Sue Ware Wabi-Sabi Pottery Vase Pot Vessel

$1,250

Japanese Antique Ancient Sueki Sue Ware Wabi-Sabi Art Pottery Vase Storage Jar

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderful, unique, and handcrafted piece of ancient Japanese Sueki Sue ware pottery dating back

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Pottery, Stoneware

Japanese Antique Ancient Sueki Sue Ware Wabi-Sabi Art Pottery Vase Storage Jar

$1,995

Japanese Antique Ancient Sueki Sue Ware Wabi-Sabi Pottery Vase Vessel Urn

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderful, unique, and handcrafted piece of ancient Japanese Sueki Sue ware pottery dating back

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Folk Art Ceramics

Materials

Pottery, Stoneware

Japanese Antique Ancient Sueki Sue Ware Wabi-Sabi Pottery Vase Vessel Urn

$895

Very old Japanese excavated earthenware/Wabi Sabi vase

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is earthenware excavated in Japan. It has a very beautiful shape and is well balanced. The

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Vases

Materials

Pottery

Very old Japanese excavated earthenware/Wabi Sabi vase

$1,300

Very old Japanese teapot-shaped pottery "Koseto" / 1200s / Excavated pottery

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is Seto ware. Seto is a kiln with a long history located in Aichi Prefecture, Japan (Seto

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Antiquities

Materials

Pottery

Very old Japanese teapot-shaped pottery "Koseto" / 1200s / Excavated pottery

$800

Japanese Tumulus Period Unglazed Terracotta Haniwa of a Woman’s Head, 3rd/4th C.

Located in New York, NY

Japanese Tumulus Period Unglazed Aged Terracotta Haniwa of a Woman’s Head, 3rd/4th Century

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Japonisme Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Japanese Tumulus Period Unglazed Terracotta Haniwa of a Woman’s Head, 3rd/4th C.

$5,800

Very old Japanese pottery Jar "Sueki"/beautiful natural glaze/Excavated item

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Sue pottery is called "sueki" in Japanese. Earthenware that was baked at low temperatures is now

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Jars

Materials

Pottery

Very old Japanese pottery Jar "Sueki"/beautiful natural glaze/Excavated item

$1,800 / item

Japanese 14/15thC Wood "Baby Buddha" Pointing Toward Heaven and Earth, 5561

Located in Ukiah, CA

This is an extraordinary and very early "baby Buddha" pointing toward heaven and earth as witness to his birth. In amazing condition for 600+-year-old wood. Some age cracks, and miss...

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Japanese 14/15thC Wood "Baby Buddha" Pointing Toward Heaven and Earth, 5561

$2,892 Sale Price

35% Off

Japanese Antique Pottery Jar/1500s/"Shigaraki Ware"/Wabisabi Vase

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

the 8th century. In Japan, there are 6 historical kilns that are still in operation. One of them

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Vases

Materials

Pottery

Japanese Antique Pottery Jar/1500s/"Shigaraki Ware"/Wabisabi Vase

$3,000

Japanese antique Shigaraki ware vase/1400-1573/Wabi-sabi vase

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Shigaraki ware kiln is circled in red in the image.) It is said to have originated in the 8th century. There

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Jars

Materials

Pottery

Japanese antique Shigaraki ware vase/1400-1573/Wabi-sabi vase

$1,500

Japanese antique pottery, rare Shigaraki ware vase/ Withered grayish white vase

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a Shigaraki ware ceramic piece, crafted in Shiga Prefecture, Japan. Shigaraki ware

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Jars

Materials

Pottery

Japanese antique pottery, rare Shigaraki ware vase/ Withered grayish white vase

$1,200

Antique Japanese Statue of Datsue-ba or Shozuka No Baba, circa 14th C

Located in Prahran, Victoria

Japanese statue of Datsue-ba or Shozuka no Baba, Kamakura-Muromachi period, circa 14th century. The figure

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Other Sculptures

Materials

Cypress

Antique Japanese Statue of Datsue-ba or Shozuka No Baba, circa 14th C

$24,000 Sale Price

20% Off

Quartz “Japan-Law” Twin, Gunyahang Quartz Mine, Makalu, Nepal

Located in New York, NY

Quartz “Japan-Law” Twin Gunyahang Quartz Mine, Makalu, Sankhuwasabha District, P1 Koshi Pradesh

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Nepalese Natural Specimens

Materials

Other

Quartz “Japan-Law” Twin, Gunyahang Quartz Mine, Makalu, Nepal

$70,000

"Gate Keeper" (2024) - Realist Japanese Armor Still-Life Oil Painting

By Elena Burykina

Located in Denver, CO

Statement: Armor (Yoroi) Japanese 14-15th century This armor was donated to the Kurama Temple, near Kyoto

Category

2010s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Elena Burykina
"Gate Keeper" (2024) - Realist Japanese Armor Still-Life Oil Painting, 2024

$1,200

Antique Thai Fish Bowl, Sukhothai Kilns

Located in Point Richmond, CA

. (964g.) 14th/15th century. Provenance: Japan art market.

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Thai Folk Art Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Thai Fish Bowl, Sukhothai Kilns

$750

Vintage Asian Silver Warship / Tutle Ship Ornament

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Korean Joseon Navy between the 15th and 19th century to fight Japanese fleets. The inverted turtle style

Category

1990s Asian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Vintage Asian Silver Warship / Tutle Ship Ornament

$3,090

Lying Down Nude Study Ink Wash Drawing Painting by Robert Cami

Located in Atlanta, GA

of the 15th Century and those of Japan, his central motifs are nudes, landscapes, and city views

Category

1950s Modern Nude Paintings

Materials

Paper

Robert Cami
Lying Down Nude Study Ink Wash Drawing Painting by Robert Cami, circa 1950

$1,900

Death's head moths under a full-moon, presented in a hand-carved c1880 oak frame

By Tom Rooth

Located in London, GB

is a 15th-Century practice invented in Japan, and means 'to join with gold'. The practice is a

Category

2010s Realist Mixed Media

Materials

Ceramic, Glaze, Pencil

Tom Rooth
Death's head moths under a full-moon, presented in a hand-carved c1880 oak frame, 2023

$5,425

15th Century Japanese Box, Momoyama Period

Located in London, GB

A domed coffer decorated in gold hiramaki-e and inlaid in mother-of pearl on a black lacquer ground.

Category

Antique 16th Century Japanese Other Antiquities

Materials

Boxwood, Mother-of-Pearl

15th Century Japanese Box, Momoyama Period

$8,928

Princess Mononoke Original Animation Cel, Hayao Miyazaki, Studio Ghibli, San

Located in London, GB

century Japan and follows Ashitaka, a young prince from a village of Japan's indigenous people who must

Category

1990s Other Art Style Mixed Media

Materials

Plastic, Paper, Acrylic, Color Pencil

Princess Mononoke Original Animation Cel, Hayao Miyazaki, Studio Ghibli, San, 1997

$12,362

Princess Mononoke Original Animation Cel, Studio Ghibli, Hayao Miyazaki

Located in London, GB

century Japan and follows Ashitaka, a young prince from a village of Japan's indigenous people who must

Category

1990s Other Art Style Mixed Media

Materials

Plastic, Paper, Acrylic, Color Pencil

Princess Mononoke Original Animation Cel, Studio Ghibli, Hayao Miyazaki, 1997

$6,593

Sue Ware /Antique Japanese vase/4th-8th century/Wabi-sabi

Located in Kyoto-shi, Kyoto

fifth until the fourteenth century in Japan. This product is a bowl with a handle from the Kofun

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Antiquities

Materials

Pottery

Sue Ware /Antique Japanese vase/4th-8th century/Wabi-sabi

$3,800

Antique Shigaraki Jar "Uzukumaru"/Japanese Vase/14th-16th Century/Wabi-Sabi

Located in Kyoto-shi, Kyoto

During the Muromachi Period (1392–1573), the concept of wabi-sabi was formed from the tea ceremony culture. Shigaraki ware was greatly influenced by the aesthetic sense of tea mas...

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Antiquities

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Shigaraki Jar "Uzukumaru"/Japanese Vase/14th-16th Century/Wabi-Sabi

$55,400

Tokoname Sutra Jar, Heian-Kamakura/Japanese Antique/8th-14th Century

Located in Kyoto-shi, Kyoto

fired in large numbers since the early 12th century in the central part of the Chita Peninsula in Japan

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Tokoname Sutra Jar, Heian-Kamakura/Japanese Antique/8th-14th Century

$18,800

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Find many varieties of an authentic 15th century Japan available at 1stDibs. A 15th century Japan — often made from ceramic, pottery and wood — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect 15th century Japan — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 19th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right 15th century Japan, those designed in Arts and Crafts and Folk Art styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made 15th century Japan over the years, but those crafted by Satsuma are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a 15th Century Japan?

A 15th century Japan can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,200, while the lowest priced sells for $650 and the highest can go for as much as $344,879.

Questions About 15th Century Japan

Were there cannons in the 16th century?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
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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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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.
Who was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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.
Which individuals are considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons, and why?
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1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
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 art style was used by the 19th-century French painters?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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.
What kinds of figures elevated the use of porcelain in 18th century Europe?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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.