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 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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

16th Century Bowls

Siam Bowl

Porcelain China Decorative Bowl

Chinese Porcelain Antique Wanli

Bronze Pot, 16th Century

$1,512

H 7.88 in Dm 10.24 in

Bronze Pot, 16th Century

Located in Brussels, Brussels

Superb Flemish Renaissance bronze pot from the 16th century. Superb patina and in very good

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Antique 16th Century Belgian Renaissance Decorative Bowls

Materials

Bronze

16th Century Spanish Moorish bronze mortar

$574

H 3.35 in Dm 4.14 in

16th Century Spanish Moorish bronze mortar

Located in Delft, NL

16th Century Spanish Moorish bronze mortar A small round bronze dark brown patinated shaped

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Antique 16th Century Decorative Bowls

Materials

Bronze

Bronze mortar - Italy, 16th century

$2,043

H 4.34 in Dm 6.7 in

Bronze mortar - Italy, 16th century

Located in London, GB

Juvenal. The remarkable mortar dates back to the 16th century. It has a satisfying heft in cast bronze

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Antique 16th Century Spanish Gothic Decorative Bowls

Materials

Bronze

Rare Offering Basket or Basin Germany-16th Century in Brass

$1,754

H 5.12 in Dm 16.15 in

Rare Offering Basket or Basin Germany-16th Century in Brass

Located in Brussels, Brussels

Germany 16th century In superb condition Note small posterior welding.

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Antique 16th Century Renaissance Decorative Baskets

Materials

Brass

16th Century Spanish Terracotta Vase

$4,890

H 22.45 in Dm 20.87 in

16th Century Spanish Terracotta Vase

Located in Miami, FL

16th Century Spanish Terracotta Vase Hand made marks around the vase.

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Antique 16th Century Spanish Baroque Decorative Bowls

Materials

Terracotta

16th Century Spanish Terracotta Vase

$4,890

H 22.45 in Dm 20.87 in

16th Century Spanish Terracotta Vase

Located in Miami, FL

16th Century Spanish Terracotta Vase Hand made marks around the vase.

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Antique 16th Century Spanish Baroque Decorative Bowls

Materials

Terracotta

Rare Large 16th Century Grape or Cauldron in Solid Bronze

$3,448

H 8.27 in W 11.03 in D 11.82 in

Rare Large 16th Century Grape or Cauldron in Solid Bronze

Located in Meer, VAN

Rare Large Grape or Cauldron in Solid Bronze, Europe, 16th Century. This is a rare and large

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Antique 16th Century European Medieval Decorative Bowls

Materials

Bronze

Antique Chinese Hongzhi or Zhengde Dish Fish, 15th/16th Century

$3,767Sale Price|48% Off

H 1.3 in Dm 7.76 in

Antique Chinese Hongzhi or Zhengde Dish Fish, 15th/16th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nicely decorated and highly unusual dish from the 15th/16th century. The dish is beautifully

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

16th Antique Carved Marble Mortar

$3,024

H 6.7 in W 11.03 in D 10.24 in

16th Antique Carved Marble Mortar

Located in Marbella, ES

craftsmanship used for centuries in grinding herbs, spices, and pigments. It shows signs of time and natural

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Antique 16th Century Spanish Gothic Decorative Bowls

Materials

Marble

Rare Annamese Stoneware with underglaze Blue and Painted Green, 15-16th Century

$4,990

H 1.97 in Dm 9.45 in

Rare Annamese Stoneware with underglaze Blue and Painted Green, 15-16th Century

Located in seoul, KR

trade history of Vietnamese ceramics, and ceramic exports boomed from the late 15th to the 16th century

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Vietnamese Ming Decorative Bowls

Materials

Stoneware

Antique Chinese Porcelain Jiajing or Wanli Small Plate 16th/17th Cen

$599Sale Price|39% Off

H 0.04 in Dm 3.86 in

Antique Chinese Porcelain Jiajing or Wanli Small Plate 16th/17th Cen

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Country of Manufacturing: China Period: 16th century, 17th century Ming (1368 - 1620) Age: Pre-1800

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Hongzhi Zhengde Plate Porcelain, 15th/16th Century

$501Sale Price|48% Off

H 1.7 in Dm 9.06 in

Antique Chinese Hongzhi Zhengde Plate Porcelain, 15th/16th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nicely decorated plate from the 15th/16th century. The dish is beautifully designed with

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Bronze Baluster Bowl

$1,800

H 3.25 in Dm 5 in

Bronze Baluster Bowl

Located in New York, NY

surface in high relief. Italy 16th century. Dimensions: 5” diameter top x 3.25" H; 3.5” diameter base

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Antique 16th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Bowls

Materials

Bronze

Antique Chinese Porcelain Phoenix Fenghuang Plate Cloud Motif Marked, 16th Cen

$1,598Sale Price|20% Off

H 1.19 in Dm 5.2 in

Antique Chinese Porcelain Phoenix Fenghuang Plate Cloud Motif Marked, 16th Cen

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nicely decorated Plate, 4th quarter 16th century. Small dish on footring, wide flat rim

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Bowl with mandarin duck and lotus pattern design, Late Ming Era(16-17th century)

$1,000

H 3.55 in Dm 7.49 in

Bowl with mandarin duck and lotus pattern design, Late Ming Era(16-17th century)

Located in seoul, KR

Dynasty (16-17th century) Type: Bowl Medium : Blue and White Size : 9cm(Height), 19cm(Diameter) Condition

Category

Antique 16th Century Vietnamese Ming Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Antique Wanli Ming Chinese Porcelain Horse Kraak Plate of High Quality

$2,071Sale Price|48% Off

H 1.11 in Dm 7.8 in

Antique Wanli Ming Chinese Porcelain Horse Kraak Plate of High Quality

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

& Pottery Region of Origin: China Emperor: Wanli (1572-1620) Period: 16th century, 17th century Ming

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Jiajing/Wanli Period Chinese Porcelain Dish Charger Floral Swatow

$917Sale Price|24% Off

H 3.15 in Dm 12.52 in

Antique Jiajing/Wanli Period Chinese Porcelain Dish Charger Floral Swatow

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: China Emperor: Wanli (1572-1620) Period: 16th

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Liu Hai Kosometsuke Antique Chinese Ming Dynasty Plate Porcelain, 16/17th C

$2,448Sale Price|48% Off

H 1.58 in Dm 8.86 in

Liu Hai Kosometsuke Antique Chinese Ming Dynasty Plate Porcelain, 16/17th C

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

& Pottery Color: Blue & White Region of Origin: China Period: 16th century, 17th century Ming

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Rare Antique Chinese Export Porcelain Bowl

$8,000

H 5 in W 10 in D 10 in

Rare Antique Chinese Export Porcelain Bowl

Located in Newmanstown, PA

Very unusual Chinese export porcelain bowl. It has bright colors with a lot of gold throughout. Height: 5 in, Width: 10 in, Base Width: 5.25 in

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Decorative Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Antique Rose Famille Bowl Qing Synasty Qinglong

$7,000

H 5 in Dm 10 in

Chinese Antique Rose Famille Bowl Qing Synasty Qinglong

Located in Newmanstown, PA

Marked Qian Long Dynasty. Large decorative painted bowl. Constructed from high quality, high temperature fired Chinese porcelain. Features hand applied images of an Asian courtyard s...

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Decorative Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Celadon Bowl

$650

H 2 in W 5 in D 5 in

Chinese Celadon Bowl

Located in Tampa, FL

A Chinese very early ming dynasty celadon bowl with a swirl design in the middle and some on the sides, lot of crackle. China, Ming dynasty so therefore they could be anywhere from t...

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Decorative Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Celadon Porcelain Bowl

$400

H 2 in W 6 in D 6 in

Chinese Celadon Porcelain Bowl

Located in Tampa, FL

A small Chinese ming dynasty bowl with a lot of design into the porcelain. Comes with three inch wide by a half inch high rosewood stand. China, Ming dynasty so therefore they could ...

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Decorative Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Porcelain Swatow Zhangzhou Chilong Dish, ca 1600

$359Sale Price|39% Off

H 1.11 in Dm 6.54 in

Antique Chinese Porcelain Swatow Zhangzhou Chilong Dish, ca 1600

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Type: Plates Region of Origin: China Period: 16th century, 17th century Ming

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Collection of Three Korean Antique Bronze Bowls

$3,800 / set

H 4 in Dm 6.125 in

Collection of Three Korean Antique Bronze Bowls

Located in Atlanta, GA

A collection of three bronze bowls from Korean dated to 14-17th century (late Goryeo to early

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Antique 16th Century Korean Other Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Ming Dynasty Bowls with Pattern of Interlocking Hexagons

$1,500Sale Price / set|39% Off

H 2.75 in Dm 5.75 in

Pair of Ming Dynasty Bowls with Pattern of Interlocking Hexagons

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair of Ming Dynasty Bowls with Pattern of Interlocking Hexagons, Wanli period (1572-1620). This

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Recent Sales

16th Century Spanish White Stone Mortar

Unavailable

H 23.63 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

16th Century Spanish White Stone Mortar

Located in BARCELONA, ES

16th Century Spanish White Stone Mortar. This monumental artifact, a symbol of the culinary

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Antique 16th Century Spanish Decorative Bowls

Materials

Stone

Antique Mexican Pot, 16th Century

Unavailable

H 5 in Dm 7 in

Antique Mexican Pot, 16th Century

Located in Melville, NY

c. 1500s Museum quality antique Mexican pot. Original authenticity note included.

Category

Antique 16th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Wood

Two Continental Marble Mortars, 16th Century

Unavailable

H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in

Two Continental Marble Mortars, 16th Century

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Two continental marble mortars, 16th century.

Category

Antique 16th Century European Decorative Bowls

Materials

Marble

Rare Venetian Low-Footed Glass Bowl

Unavailable

H 3 in Dm 10 in

Rare Venetian Low-Footed Glass Bowl

Located in Bewdley, Worcestershire

Collections, Stockholm, that Piero di Cosimo (1462 to 1521) painted in the early 16th century. There are

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Antique 16th Century Italian Decorative Bowls

Wanli Pair of Chinese Klapmuts Bowls or Kraak Bowls

Unavailable

H 1.78 in Dm 5.63 in

Wanli Pair of Chinese Klapmuts Bowls or Kraak Bowls

Located in Drottningholm, SE

Wanli, 1579-1619 Chinese Klapmuts bowls or Kraak bowls. This is a very beautiful pair in excellent

Category

Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Five Bowls, circa 1540-1600, Ming Dynasty

Unavailable

H 2.37 in Dm 2.56 in

Five Bowls, circa 1540-1600, Ming Dynasty

Located in London, GB

A set of five bowls with underglaze blue, overglaze red, enamel and kinrande decoration. Fitted in

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Antique 16th Century Other Antiquities

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Light Blue Chinese Porcelain Bowls with Shou Symbols

Unavailable

H 1.58 in Dm 4.73 in

Pair of Light Blue Chinese Porcelain Bowls with Shou Symbols

Located in 's-Hertogenbosch, NL

These bowls are made of porcelain but suggest they are made of lacquer. This is called Trompe

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Set of 6 Anamese Blue and White Ceramic Hoi an Hoard Bowls, circa 1500

Unavailable

H 3 in Dm 5.25 in

Set of 6 Anamese Blue and White Ceramic Hoi an Hoard Bowls, circa 1500

Located in New York, NY

An assembled set of 6 Anamese blue and white ceramic bowls with slightly everted unglazed lip

Category

Antique 16th Century Vietnamese Ming Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

16th Century Collection of Four Bronze Bowls, Cambodia

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H 14 in Dm 7 in

16th Century Collection of Four Bronze Bowls, Cambodia

Located in New York, NY

16th century Cambodian collection of four different sized bronze bowls on stands Original, natural

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Antique 16th Century Cambodian Decorative Bowls

Thai Celadon Bowl, 16th Century

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H 3 in Dm 9 in

Thai Celadon Bowl, 16th Century

Located in New York, NY

glaze, with its traditional green color and the crackled finish throughout the glaze, Circa 15 - 16th

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Antique 16th Century Thai Other Decorative Bowls

Materials

Celadon

Thai Celadon Bowl, 16th Century

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H 5.5 in Dm 8.5 in

Thai Celadon Bowl, 16th Century

Located in New York, NY

glaze, with its traditional green color and the crackled finish throughout the glaze. Circa 15 - 16th

Category

Antique 16th Century Thai Other Decorative Bowls

Materials

Celadon

16th Century Marble Mortar

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H 4.88 in W 6.75 in D 6.75 in

16th Century Marble Mortar

Located in Round Top, TX

A stunning 16th century Marble Mortar from Rome, Italy. Magnificently carved from Carrara marble

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Marble

Spanish Gothic Mortar in Bronze, 15th-16th Century

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H 5.12 in Dm 3.35 in

Spanish Gothic Mortar in Bronze, 15th-16th Century

Located in London, GB

Mortars are an ancient culinary tool, described as indispensable to the preparation of food and medicines in texts like the Egyptian Ebers Papyrus, dating from 1550 BC, and the writi...

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Antique 16th Century Spanish Gothic Decorative Bowls

Materials

Bronze

16th Century Shipwrecked Vessel, Cambodia

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H 6 in Dm 10 in

16th Century Shipwrecked Vessel, Cambodia

Located in New York, NY

16th century Cambodian vessel found from shipwreck of the coast of Cambodia. Beautiful natural

Category

Antique 16th Century Cambodian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

Green Glaze Sawankhalok Ship Wreck Bowl, Thailand, 16th Century

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H 3 in Dm 6 in

Green Glaze Sawankhalok Ship Wreck Bowl, Thailand, 16th Century

Located in New York, NY

16th century Thailand Sawankhalok bowl from ship wreck. Green glaze. Decorative vertical rib design

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Antique 16th Century Thai Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

16th Century Sage Green Shipwrecked Bowl, Sawankhalok, Thailand

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H 4 in Dm 7.5 in

16th Century Sage Green Shipwrecked Bowl, Sawankhalok, Thailand

Located in New York, NY

16th century Thailand Sawankhalok ceramic bowl from the old city of Sawankhalok known for its

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Antique 16th Century Thai Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Chinese Domestic Market Porcelain Klapmuts FLowers, 16th Century

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H 0.04 in Dm 5.52 in

Antique Chinese Domestic Market Porcelain Klapmuts FLowers, 16th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

: China Period: 16th century Ming (1368 - 1620) Age: Pre-1800 Condition: Rimfritting. Dimension: Ø 14.5 cm

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Porcelain Jiajing/Wanli Plate Fishes Fruits, 16th Century

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H 2.37 in Dm 11.62 in

Antique Chinese Porcelain Jiajing/Wanli Plate Fishes Fruits, 16th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

painting fade. Almost seems like it was put into bleach. Second half of the 16th century. The dish is

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Antique 16th Century Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Domestic Market Porcelain Plate Klapmuts Flowers, 16th Century

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H 0.04 in Dm 5.67 in

Antique Chinese Domestic Market Porcelain Plate Klapmuts Flowers, 16th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

: China Period: 16th century Ming (1368 - 1620) Age: Pre-1800 Condition: Overall Condition; Rimfritting

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

16th Century Natural Weathered Patina Ship Wrecked Ceramic Bowl, Thailand

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H 3.5 in Dm 8 in

16th Century Natural Weathered Patina Ship Wrecked Ceramic Bowl, Thailand

Located in New York, NY

16th century Thailand ceramic bowl from Sawankhalok. Discovered from a ship wreck. Beautiful

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Antique 16th Century Thai Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Chinese Hongzhi Zhengde Qilin Plate Porcelain, 15th/16th Century

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H 1.07 in Dm 7.21 in

Antique Chinese Hongzhi Zhengde Qilin Plate Porcelain, 15th/16th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Origin: China Period: 15th century, 16th century Decoration Type / Colour: Blue & White China Dynasty

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Antique 16th Century Ming Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Porcelain Ming Period Porcelain Jiajing or Wanli, 16th Century

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H 0.04 in Dm 5.24 in

Antique Chinese Porcelain Ming Period Porcelain Jiajing or Wanli, 16th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: China Country of Manufacturing: China Period: 16th century

Category

Antique 16th Century Chinese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Porcelain Ming Wanli China Plate Rare Decoration, 16th Century

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H 0.04 in Dm 8.19 in

Antique Chinese Porcelain Ming Wanli China Plate Rare Decoration, 16th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: China Period: 16th century, 17th century Transitional (1620 - 1661

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Natural Weathered Patina Ship Wrecked Ceramic Bowl, 16th Century, Thailand

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H 4 in Dm 7 in

Natural Weathered Patina Ship Wrecked Ceramic Bowl, 16th Century, Thailand

Located in New York, NY

16thc Thailand ceramic bowl from Sawankhalok. Discovered from a ship wreck. Beautiful natural weathered patina. Part of a large collection.

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Antique 16th Century Thai Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

Natural Weathered Patina Ship Wrecked Ceramic Bowl, 16th Century, Thailand

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H 3.5 in Dm 7.5 in

Natural Weathered Patina Ship Wrecked Ceramic Bowl, 16th Century, Thailand

Located in New York, NY

16thc Thailand ceramic bowl from Sawankhalok. Discovered from a ship wreck. Beautiful natural weathered patina. Part of a large collection. Sold individually.

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Antique 16th Century Thai Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

Celadon 16th Century Sawankhalok Fossil Embedded Ship Wreck Bowl, Thailand

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H 3.5 in Dm 9 in

Celadon 16th Century Sawankhalok Fossil Embedded Ship Wreck Bowl, Thailand

Located in New York, NY

16thc Thailand Sawankhalok celadon ship wreck bowl. Rare celadon color. Beautiful and abundant fossil growth from being submerged under water. Natural original patina. Part of a very...

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Antique 16th Century Thai Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

16th Century Spanish Hispano-Moresque Lusterware Charger

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H 3 in Dm 15 in

16th Century Spanish Hispano-Moresque Lusterware Charger

Located in San Francisco, CA

with stylized flowers on a cream colored ground. Chips on the rim, repaired crack, 16th century.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Spanish Moorish Decorative Bowls

Materials

Earthenware, Luster

Heavy 16th Century French Bronze Mortar with Handles, Dated 1587, 109 lbs

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H 10.5 in Dm 14 in

Heavy 16th Century French Bronze Mortar with Handles, Dated 1587, 109 lbs

Located in Dallas, TX

utilize mortars as decorative bowls in various rooms of the house.

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Antique 16th Century French Renaissance Decorative Bowls

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Antique Chinese Porcelain Bowl With Landscape, Jiajing – Wanli Period 1560-1600

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H 3.94 in Dm 8.27 in

Antique Chinese Porcelain Bowl With Landscape, Jiajing – Wanli Period 1560-1600

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

: 16th century Condition: Condition: Good, some rimfritting and small chips. Dimension: 21cm x 10cm

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Decorative Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Porcelain Bowl With Crane, Jiajing – Wanli Period 1560-1600

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H 4.34 in Dm 8.39 in

Antique Chinese Porcelain Bowl With Crane, Jiajing – Wanli Period 1560-1600

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Origin: China Emperor: Jiajing (1521–1566), Ming & Transitional (1368 – 1664) Period: 16th century

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Decorative Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Porcelain Jiajing/Wanli Ming Swatow Large Plate, 16/17th Century

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H 2.17 in Dm 11.62 in

Antique Chinese Porcelain Jiajing/Wanli Ming Swatow Large Plate, 16/17th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Great Ming plate with a Kraak lay out. Most likely 16th century. Southern China - Swatow - Zhangzou

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Porcelain Chinese Taste Tea Ceremony Plate, Late Ming

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H 0.04 in Dm 5.63 in

Antique Chinese Porcelain Chinese Taste Tea Ceremony Plate, Late Ming

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Type: Plates Region of Origin: China Period: 16th century, 17th

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

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Porcelain

Italian Heart Shaped Benitier - Font

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H 3.75 in W 11.75 in D 11.5 in

Italian Heart Shaped Benitier - Font

Located in Round Top, TX

A very beautiful 16th century Italian Heart Shaped Benitier Font beautifully carved from Carrara

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Antique 16th Century Italian Decorative Bowls

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Antique Chinese Ming Swatow Zhangzhou Crackle Celadon Bowl Bird, circa 1600

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H 3.75 in Dm 8.27 in

Antique Chinese Ming Swatow Zhangzhou Crackle Celadon Bowl Bird, circa 1600

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: China Period: 17th century Ming (1368 - 1620) Age: Pre-1800

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Decorative Bowls

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Porcelain

Antique Chinese Ming Swatow Zhangzhou Crackle Celadon Charger, ca 1600

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H 1.58 in Dm 8.23 in

Antique Chinese Ming Swatow Zhangzhou Crackle Celadon Charger, ca 1600

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Origin: China Period: 16th century, 17th century Ming (1368 - 1620) Original/Reproduction: Original Age

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

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Porcelain

Antique Chinese Porcelain Jiajing/Longqing China Literati Plate, ca 1550-1580

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H 0.04 in Dm 5.95 in

Antique Chinese Porcelain Jiajing/Longqing China Literati Plate, ca 1550-1580

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

: 16th century, 17th century Ming (1368 - 1620) Age: Pre-1800 Condition: Overall Condition; B (good used

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

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Porcelain

Antique Chinese Porcelain Late Ming or Transitional China Literati, ca 1600

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H 0.04 in Dm 5.91 in

Antique Chinese Porcelain Late Ming or Transitional China Literati, ca 1600

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

& Pottery Region of Origin: China Period: 16th century Ming & Transitional (1368 - 1664), PRoC (1949 - now

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

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Porcelain

16th Century Footed Wood Bowl Dated 1534, a Wassail Bowl, English Treenware

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H 7.75 in Dm 7.75 in

16th Century Footed Wood Bowl Dated 1534, a Wassail Bowl, English Treenware

Located in San Francisco, CA

16th century English footed wood bowl dated 1534. A Wassail (cider punch) bowl. Wassailing was a

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Antique 16th Century English Primitive Decorative Bowls

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Walnut

French 16th Century Gothic Hand Carved Stone Mortar With Coat Of Arms

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H 6.5 in W 9.45 in D 9.45 in

French 16th Century Gothic Hand Carved Stone Mortar With Coat Of Arms

Located in Buisson, FR

Amazing hand carved Gothic stone mortar with wonderful decorations on all four sides. A coat of arms, a fleur de Lyse, a flower and a harp. Beautiful period piece. France circa 1550-...

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Antique 16th Century French Decorative Bowls

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Stone

SECOND HALF OF THE 16th CENTURY POLYCHROME MAIOLICA PLATE

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H 9.06 in Dm 3.94 in

SECOND HALF OF THE 16th CENTURY POLYCHROME MAIOLICA PLATE

Located in Firenze, FI

manufacturing dates back to the workshops active in Faenza in the mid-second half of the 16th century

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Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

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Maiolica

16th Century Italian Maiolica Faience Dish with a Young Man Portrait

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H 0.79 in Dm 9.06 in

16th Century Italian Maiolica Faience Dish with a Young Man Portrait

Located in Milano, MI

Mid-16th Century Italian Maiolica Dish hand-painted in blue and ocher yellow color with a profile

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Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

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Maiolica

Set of Ten Chinese Export Bowls in the Imari Pattern, c1725

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H 2 in Dm 9 in

Set of Ten Chinese Export Bowls in the Imari Pattern, c1725

Located in valatie, NY

These ten early bowls, Yongzheng c1725, are a perfect example of China’s refined version of the

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Chinese Export Serving Bowls

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Porcelain

Catalan 18th Century Stone Mortar

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H 12 in Dm 5 in

Catalan 18th Century Stone Mortar

Located in Round Top, TX

A very charming 18th century mortar from the Catalan region in Spain. Beautifully carved from stone

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Antique 16th Century Spanish Decorative Bowls

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Stone

Antique Blue and White 'River Landscape' Bowl Foliate Rim Cranes, ca 1600

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H 4.26 in Dm 8.67 in

Antique Blue and White 'River Landscape' Bowl Foliate Rim Cranes, ca 1600

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

& Pottery Region of Origin: China Emperor: Ming Jiajing Wanli (1572-1620) Period: 16th century, 17th century

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Decorative Bowls

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Porcelain

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

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H 5.51 in Dm 6.29 in

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

Located in Chiba, JP

-pottery bowls (so-called ‘Yamajawan’ (Yama-Chawan / lit. ‘Mountain tea bowl’)) stuck to each other in the

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Ceramics

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Vietnamese Antique Bowl 16th Century / "Annan-chawan" / Southeast Asian Pottery

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H 2.96 in Dm 5.63 in

Vietnamese Antique Bowl 16th Century / "Annan-chawan" / Southeast Asian Pottery

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

the Muromachi period (around the 16th century). Many Vietnamese bowls have also been imported into

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Antique 16th Century Vietnamese Other Pottery

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Pottery

Chinese Antique Pottery Bowl / Ming Dynasty '1368-1644' /Kintsugi/ Tea Bowl

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H 3.39 in Dm 7.92 in

Chinese Antique Pottery Bowl / Ming Dynasty '1368-1644' /Kintsugi/ Tea Bowl

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

A pottery bowl made in the Ming dynasty of China (1368-1644). Probably around the 16th to 17th

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Serving Bowls

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Pottery

15th-16th Century Vietnamese Antique Bowl/ Southeast Asian Beautiful Pottery

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H 2.8 in Dm 6.66 in

15th-16th Century Vietnamese Antique Bowl/ Southeast Asian Beautiful Pottery

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

active from the Muromachi period (around the 15th-16th centuries). Many Vietnamese tea bowls were

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Antique 16th Century Vietnamese Other Ceramics

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Vietnamese Antique Bowl 16th Century / Old "chawan" / Southeast Asian Pottery

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H 2.72 in Dm 5.16 in

Vietnamese Antique Bowl 16th Century / Old "chawan" / Southeast Asian Pottery

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

active since the Muromachi period (around the 16th century). Many Vietnamese bowls have also been

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Antique 16th Century Vietnamese Folk Art Ceramics

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Pottery

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H 2 in Dm 15.5 in

Nuremberg Alms Dishes

Located in Dallas, TX

Assembled pair of late 16th century Nuremberg alms dishes of a form referred to as "jelly mold

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Antique 16th Century German Renaissance Bowls and Baskets

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Brass

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16th Century Bowls For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of 16th century bowls available for sale. Each of these unique 16th century bowls was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, porcelain and celadon. Mid-Century Modern 16th century bowls are consistently popular styles.

How Much are 16th Century Bowls?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,750, while they’re typically $520 on the low end and $20,670 highest priced.

Finding the Right Bowls-baskets for You

As decorative objects in your space, antique, new and vintage bowls and baskets make for a versatile addition to any corner of your living room, dining room or the console table in your foyer or entryway. Whether they’re positioned as a focal point for the family dining table or an accent on the shelving in your home office, or perhaps you’re just endeavoring to add minimalist ceramics throughout your home, an alluring art-glass centerpiece bowl or antique rustic fisherman’s basket is an easy way to elevate high-trafficked areas of your apartment or house.

Aside from the obvious functionality that a decorative bowl or basket brings to your kitchen, displaying such items behind the glass doors of a vintage storage cabinet or on your open kitchen shelving allows you to add a touch of personality and flair to the space, particularly if you’re accustomed to serving cocktails while you cook or if the kitchen is a common area for gathering and unpacking the events of the day.

As your bookcase is so much more than a place to, well, store books, adding a decorative bowl or basket — a mid-century modern work or an Art Nouveau–-era piece designed by French art-glass makers Daum — to the space where you keep your art monographs and coveted first editions can draw attention to your treasured library.

For the tranquil California coastal-style interiors you’ve worked so hard to create, fill a hand-carved wooden bowl on your console table with glass fishing floats or seashells, while a tall woven vessel by your front door can be populated with leafy green plants.

For anywhere and everywhere in your home, find a wide variety of antique or modern decorative baskets and bowls on 1stDibs today.

Questions About 16th Century Bowls

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 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.
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.
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 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.
How can I identify 18th century brass candlesticks?
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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.
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.
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.
What are the major features of Dutch 17th century portraiture?
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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.
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.
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 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.

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