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.

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.

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.

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renaissance wooden candelabrum and painted cross - Umbria, 16th century

$18,264Sale Price|20% Off

renaissance wooden candelabrum and painted cross - Umbria, 16th century

Located in Bruxelles, BE

Base of a carved wooden candelabrum, polychrome and gilded; cross painted on both sides. Umbria or Tuscany, 16th century 136 x 43,5 x 30 cm (The cross and the base of the candelab...

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Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Giltwood

Renaissance Enamel Emerald & Gold Cross Pendant Late 16th Century

$85,614

Renaissance Enamel Emerald & Gold Cross Pendant Late 16th Century

Located in Firenze, IT

Period: Late 16th century Measurements: 8,5 cm x 5,7 cm Weight: 79,28 gr This refined Renaissance pendant dates to the late 16th century and is distinguished by its cross shape, whi...

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Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Period Renaissance Early 16th Century Processional Cross, France

$3,750

Period Renaissance Early 16th Century Processional Cross, France

Located in Vero Beach, FL

Exceptional Period Renaissance processional cross early 16th century, France Extremely rare and beautiful processional cross from the early period of the French Renaissance.

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Antique 16th Century French Renaissance Religious Items

Materials

Bronze

Late Gothic wooden sculpture depicting the Descent from the Cross, 16th century

$4,280

Late Gothic wooden sculpture depicting the Descent from the Cross, 16th century

Located in Gorssel, GE

Carved in oak and dating to the 16th century. Probably produced in Northwestern Europe, with stylistic features consistent with the Rhineland or the Southern Netherlands.

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Antique 16th Century Gothic Religious Items

Materials

Oak

Antique 16th Century Austrian Gothic Marble Memento Mori Skull with Iron Cross

$12,700

Antique 16th Century Austrian Gothic Marble Memento Mori Skull with Iron Cross

Located in Doha, QA

An exceptional and rare Gothic-Renaissance memento mori, sculpted in marble and surmounted by an original iron cross, originating from Austria, 16th century. Carved from solid marble...

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Antique 16th Century Austrian Gothic Religious Items

Materials

Marble

Paolo di Giovanni Sogliani - Processional Cross Florence, around 1515

$91,321Sale Price|20% Off

Paolo di Giovanni Sogliani - Processional Cross Florence, around 1515

Located in Bruxelles, BE

The figures of the Evangelists and other Saints repeat the faces of the two angels on the Reliquiario del Libretto (1501). This cross is stylistically very close to the works created...

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Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Copper, Enamel

French `19th Century Renaissance Style Cross Lorraine small Walnut center Table

$7,500

French `19th Century Renaissance Style Cross Lorraine small Walnut center Table

Located in Troy, NY

Small size cross Lorraine table with a strong sculptural presence, the carved frieze containing one-drawer, the seven turned legs are connected by a Cross-Lorraine shaped base, beaut...

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Antique 16th Century French Renaissance Center Tables

Materials

Walnut

Michael Coxie (Mechelen, 1499 – Mechelen, 1592) Christ Carrying Cross Coxie Paint 16/17th Century Oil on table Old master Art, 1580-1650

$9,378Sale Price|20% Off

Christ Carrying Cross Coxie Paint 16/17th Century Oil on table Old master Art

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

Michael Coxie (Mechelen, 1499 – Mechelen, 1592) Workshop of Christ Carrying the Cross Oil on panel 85 x 57 cm. – framed 112 x 85 cm. The painting on offer, by an artist fro...

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16th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Alessandro OliverioChrist carrying the Cross, a painting by Alessandro Oliverio, 1505-1510

$211,181

Christ carrying the Cross, a painting by Alessandro Oliverio

Located in PARIS, FR

His delicate hand rests on the cross. The artwork, focused on Christ's suffering on the way to Mount Calvary, exemplifies a genre of personal devotion painting that flourished in the...

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16th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Poplar, Oil

Lambrecht HopferThe Crucifixion (Christ on the Cross) /// Jesus after Albrecht Dürer Old Masters, Circa: 1530

$1,280Sale Price|20% Off

The Crucifixion (Christ on the Cross) /// Jesus after Albrecht Dürer Old Masters

Located in Saint Augustine, FL

Artist: Lambrecht Hopfer (German, Active c. 1525-1550) Title: "The Crucifixion (Christ on the Cross)" Portfolio: (after) The Engraved Passion *Issued unsigned, though monogram signed...

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16th Century Old Masters Figurative Prints

Materials

Etching, Laid Paper

18th Century French Oil on Canvas Painting "Sixth Station of the Cross"

$1,800

18th Century French Oil on Canvas Painting "Sixth Station of the Cross"

Located in Dallas, TX

The number of stations originally observed in Jerusalem was considerably smaller than 14. In the early 16th century, Ways of the Cross were established in Europe, and the tradition o...

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Antique Late 18th Century French Religious Items

Materials

Canvas

18th Century French Oil on Canvas Painting "Seventh Station of the Cross"

$1,800

18th Century French Oil on Canvas Painting "Seventh Station of the Cross"

Located in Dallas, TX

The number of stations originally observed in Jerusalem was considerably smaller than 14. In the early 16th century, Ways of the Cross were established in Europe, and the tradition o...

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Antique Late 18th Century French Religious Items

Materials

Canvas

18th Century French Oil on Canvas Painting "First Station of the Cross"

$1,800

18th Century French Oil on Canvas Painting "First Station of the Cross"

Located in Dallas, TX

The number of stations originally observed in Jerusalem was considerably smaller than 14. In the early 16th century, Ways of the Cross were established in Europe, and the tradition o...

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Antique Late 18th Century French Religious Items

Materials

Canvas

Jacob de Gheyn IIChrist Bearing the Cross on the Road to Calvary (after Karel van Mander), 1590

$500

Christ Bearing the Cross on the Road to Calvary (after Karel van Mander)

By Jacob de Gheyn II

Located in Middletown, NY

Gheyn II, Jacques (Jacob) de (after Karel van Mander) c1590. Engraving on cream laid paper, 5 7/8 x 4 1/4 inches (150 x 108 mm), the full sheet. Narrow margins. In good condition wi...

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16th Century Old Masters Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Ink, Handmade Paper, Laid Paper, Engraving

Pair of French Modern Neoclassical Leather Lounge / Slipper Chairs, Andre Arbus

$9,500 / set

Pair of French Modern Neoclassical Leather Lounge / Slipper Chairs, Andre Arbus

By André Arbus, Jacques Adnet

Located in New York, NY

These chairs are derived from neoclassical design ideas that are several centuries old. They are also characteristic of "Butaque,” the Mexican name for the low, inclined J-shaped woo...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood, Walnut

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Procession cross, early XVI th century

Unavailable

H 27.56 in W 19.3 in

Procession cross, early XVI th century

Located in Paris, FR

Beautiful processional cross from the early 16th century. Puy de Dôme or Massif Central, France.

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16th Century Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

After Francesco Salviati (1510-1562)Christ carrying the cross

Unavailable

H 26.78 in W 20.08 in

Christ carrying the cross

Located in Stuttgart, DE

Francesco Salviati, -Italy- also called Il Salviati, Francesco de 'Rossi or Cecchino del Salviati (* 1510 in Florence, † November 11, 1563 in Rome) Italian painter worked mainly in R...

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16th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Dimos 18k Gold Noir Byzantine Diamonds Cross

Unavailable

H 1.772 in W 0.984 in

Dimos 18k Gold Noir Byzantine Diamonds Cross

Located in Athens, GR

Noir cross in 18 karat yellow gold decorated with granulation and filigrees. The 12 diamonds (0.47carats) are cut in brilliant formation and the exceptional summary white color ident...

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Antique 16th Century Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

William Spratling Sterling Silver Shell Crossed Hands Necklace 1951

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William Spratling Sterling Silver Shell Crossed Hands Necklace 1951

By William Spratling

Located in New York, NY

Being offered is a rare circa 1951 necklace by William Spratling of Taxco, Mexico. Necklace with one shell & one silver hand; a ying yang applied motif at the center; attached to...

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Antique 16th Century Mexican Drop Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

16th Century Cross Of Salomon Fireback

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H 32.09 in W 36.03 in D 1.19 in

16th Century Cross Of Salomon Fireback

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

Gothic fireback from the early days of casting firebacks. Fireback with the Solomon Cross of the Solomon Knot. Because the symbol does not have a visible beginning or ending it repre...

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Antique 16th Century French Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Processional Cross, Silver, Barbastro, Aragón, Spain, 16th Century

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H 28.75 in W 14.18 in D 5.12 in

Processional Cross, Silver, Barbastro, Aragón, Spain, 16th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

It is also possible to compare it with processional crosses such as the one from Buerba nowadays in the Diocesan Museum of Barbastro-Monzón (from the 16th century, with a striking re...

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Antique 16th Century Spanish Renaissance Religious Items

Materials

Silver

16th Century Spanish Iron Cross

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H 32.38 in W 12.88 in D 7 in

16th Century Spanish Iron Cross

Located in Round Top, TX

A very stunning 16th century hand forged iron cross in its stone base.

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Antique 16th Century Spanish Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stone, Iron

Saint Helena with the Cross - Oil on Canvas - Late 16th Century, Late 16th Century

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H 33.86 in W 25.2 in

Saint Helena with the Cross - Oil on Canvas - Late 16th Century

Located in Roma, IT

Saint Helena with the Cross is a superb original oil painting on panel, realized by an unknown Flemish artist active in Italy, at the last fourth of the XVI century. In good conditi...

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16th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

16th Century Gothic Fireback With Crosses Of Lorraine And Saint Andrew

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H 32.29 in W 31.11 in D 1.78 in

16th Century Gothic Fireback With Crosses Of Lorraine And Saint Andrew

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

Saint Andrew is said to have been martyred on a cross in this shape. It appears in numerous flags such as Saint Patrick's flag, the Spanish flag and the Arms of Burgundy. It is also ...

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Antique 16th Century French Gothic Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Christ on the Cross, Italy 16th / 17th Century

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H 20.48 in W 17.33 in D 4.73 in

Christ on the Cross, Italy 16th / 17th Century

Located in Greding, DE

Wooden carved and polychrome painted Christ in the three-nail type. Italy 16th/17th century.

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Antique 17th Century Baroque Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Bronze "reel" Candleholder, 16th Century

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H 4.73 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in

Bronze "reel" Candleholder, 16th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

In the present case, the shape of the vase and the lines of the base place its realization in the 16th century, while the cross engraved on the base could link the piece with some re...

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Antique 16th Century European Renaissance Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze

Bronze "Reel" Candleholder, 16th Century

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H 5.52 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in

Bronze "Reel" Candleholder, 16th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

In the present case, the shape of the vase and the lines of the base place its realization in the 16th century. The cross engraved on the top of the foot could link the candlestick w...

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Antique 16th Century European Renaissance Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze

Ferraù Fenzoni School, 16th century Oil on Copper Christ Carring the Cross

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H 12.8 in W 11.23 in D 1.58 in

Ferraù Fenzoni School, 16th century Oil on Copper Christ Carring the Cross

By Ferrau Fenzoni

Located in Firenze, IT

This dramatic oil on copper dates back to late 16th-early 17th century and describes a religious scene.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Other Paintings

Materials

Copper

Wood Carved Depicting the Descent from the Cross

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H 22.84 in W 15.75 in D 1.58 in

Wood Carved Depicting the Descent from the Cross

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

WOOD CARVED DEPICTING THE DESCENT FROM THE CROSS ORIGIN : GERMANY PERIOD : 16th CENTURY Height : 58 cm Length : 40 cm Depth : 4 cm Walnut The Descent from the Cross is a very p...

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Antique 16th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Walnut

Mid 16th Century French Tapestry "The Abduction of Helen by Paris"

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H 108 in W 110 in D 0.13 in

Mid 16th Century French Tapestry "The Abduction of Helen by Paris"

Located in New York, NY

The decoration of the main border include classical armor trophies, grotesque masks, half-length figured in late 16th century garb, crossed pistols, groups of military musical instru...

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Antique 16th Century French Tapestries

Materials

Wool, Silk

XVI Century Quartz & Gold Reliquary with Cross in Yellow Gold

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W 1.37 in D 0.98 in L 3.34 in

XVI Century Quartz & Gold Reliquary with Cross in Yellow Gold

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

XVI Century in Quartz Fumé crowned with Cross in Yellow Gold. Faceted octogonal case with hinge and lock in Yellow Gold Inside Silver Reliquary with Sealing Wax in the back. Measur...

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Antique 16th Century More Objets d'Art and Vertu

Materials

Quartz, Yellow Gold, Silver

'Clelia crosses the Tiber' Domenico Lupini attributed to, XVth century, 1500s-1600s

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H 63 in W 86.62 in D 3.55 in

'Clelia crosses the Tiber' Domenico Lupini attributed to, XVth century

Located in Milan, IT

The painting represents Clelia crossing the Tiber. Clelia was a Roman heroine, who was given as a hostage, together with other girls, to the Etruscan king Porsenna during the peace n...

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16th Century Other Art Style Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

'Clelia crosses the Tiber' Domenico Lupini attributed to, XVth century, 1500s-1600s

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H 53.94 in W 78.35 in D 1.19 in

'Clelia crosses the Tiber' Domenico Lupini attributed to, XVth century

Located in Milan, IT

The painting represents Clelia crossing the Tiber. Clelia was a Roman heroine, who was given as a hostage, together with other girls, to the Etruscan king Porsenna during the peace n...

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16th Century Other Art Style Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

Virgil Solis'Christ Nailed to the Cross' Renaissance woodcut by Virgil Solis after Dürer, 1552

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H 14.63 in W 13 in

'Christ Nailed to the Cross' Renaissance woodcut by Virgil Solis after Dürer

By Virgil Solis

Located in Milwaukee, WI

Passionals were a popular kind of devotional text for the layperson of the 16th century describing the suffering of saints and martyrs, the Passion of Christ, and readings for holida...

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16th Century Northern Renaissance Figurative Prints

Materials

Paper, Woodcut

18th Century French Oil on Canvas Painting "Fourth Station of the Cross"

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H 32 in W 27 in D 1 in

18th Century French Oil on Canvas Painting "Fourth Station of the Cross"

Located in Dallas, TX

The number of stations originally observed in Jerusalem was considerably smaller than 14. In the early 16th century, Ways of the Cross were established in Europe, and the tradition o...

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Antique Late 18th Century French Religious Items

Materials

Canvas

18th Century French Oil on Canvas Painting "Third Station of the Cross"

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H 32 in W 27 in D 1 in

18th Century French Oil on Canvas Painting "Third Station of the Cross"

Located in Dallas, TX

The number of stations originally observed in Jerusalem was considerably smaller than 14. In the early 16th century, Ways of the Cross were established in Europe, and the tradition o...

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Antique Late 18th Century French Religious Items

Materials

Canvas

18th Century French Oil on Canvas Painting " The Second Station of the Cross"

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H 32 in W 27 in D 1 in

18th Century French Oil on Canvas Painting " The Second Station of the Cross"

Located in Dallas, TX

The number of stations originally observed in Jerusalem was considerably smaller than 14. In the early 16th century, Ways of the Cross were established in Europe, and the tradition o...

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Antique Late 18th Century French Religious Items

Materials

Canvas

18th Century French Oil on Canvas Painting " The Fifth Station of the Cross"

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H 32 in W 27 in D 1 in

18th Century French Oil on Canvas Painting " The Fifth Station of the Cross"

Located in Dallas, TX

The number of stations originally observed in Jerusalem was considerably smaller than 14. In the early 16th century, Ways of the Cross were established in Europe, and the tradition o...

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Antique Late 18th Century French Religious Items

Materials

Canvas

19th Century French Carved Painted "Stations of the Cross", Complete Set of 14

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H 26 in W 22 in D 4 in

19th Century French Carved Painted "Stations of the Cross", Complete Set of 14

Located in Dallas, TX

The number of stations originally observed in Jerusalem was considerably smaller than 14. In the early 16th century, Ways of the Cross were established in Europe, and the tradition o...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Religious Items

Materials

Stucco, Plaster

16th-17th Century French 'Cross' Fireback

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H 24.41 in W 25.99 in D 1.19 in

16th-17th Century French 'Cross' Fireback

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

16th-17th century French fireplace fireback with a cross.

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Antique 17th Century French Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

16th Century Hand-Painted and Carved Wood Russian Orthodox Cross

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H 14 in W 9 in D 1 in

16th Century Hand-Painted and Carved Wood Russian Orthodox Cross

Located in North Miami, FL

Presenting a remarkable 16th-century Russian Orthodox icon crucifix, a testament to the artistry and spirituality of its era.

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Antique 16th Century Russian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Domenico PuligoCircle of Domenico Puligo - 16th century Florentine master Christ Cross panel, c.1520

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H 25.6 in W 21.66 in

Circle of Domenico Puligo - 16th century Florentine master Christ Cross panel

By Domenico Puligo

Located in Varmo, IT

Condition report: The painting is presented in an antique frame dating to the 16th-17th century. Original panel. Traces of old restorations, ancient woodworm damage and wood movement

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16th Century Renaissance Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Virgil Solis16th century woodcut biblical print figurative cross angel clouds ink small, 1552

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H 14.63 in W 13 in

16th century woodcut biblical print figurative cross angel clouds ink small

By Virgil Solis

Located in Milwaukee, WI

This woodcut print, depicting the 'Agony in the Garden,' is a rare image coming from a small passional. A passional is a common kind of devotional text for the layperson describing t...

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16th Century Northern Renaissance Figurative Prints

Materials

Paper, Woodcut

Pair of French 16th-17th Century Hand-Forged Iron Crosses

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H 33 in W 14.25 in D 3 in

Pair of French 16th-17th Century Hand-Forged Iron Crosses

Located in Buisson, FR

Unique pair of ancient hand-forged iron crosses from a Church. France, circa 1500-1700. Weathered . Measurement here below is inclusive the wooden base.

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Antique 17th Century French Mounted Objects

Materials

Iron

Fluer De Lys Cross Coin Pendant, 16th C French, w/ 18K

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H 1.75 in W 1.5 in D 0.13 in

Fluer De Lys Cross Coin Pendant, 16th C French, w/ 18K

Located in Atlanta, GA

A truly special 1/4 Ecu [coin], minted in 1594 at Nantes, France. This silver "very fine" [VF 30-35] coin is from the reign of Charles the X. It is a cross with fleur de lys, trimmed...

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Antique 16th Century French Medieval Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

16-17th century Venetian - Cretan figure painting - Christ cross - Oil on panel, Circa 1600

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H 28.35 in W 24.41 in

16-17th century Venetian - Cretan figure painting - Christ cross - Oil on panel

Located in Varmo, IT

Venetian-Cretan painter of the 16th-17th century. - Deposition with the Virgin and Saints. 54.5 x 45.5 cm without frame, 72 x 62 cm with frame. Oil on panel, in a wooden frame. ...

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16th Century Mannerist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

French Medieval Gothic Hand Forged Iron Village Cross

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H 19.3 in W 9.06 in D 3.75 in

French Medieval Gothic Hand Forged Iron Village Cross

Located in Buisson, FR

Unique hand forged iron cross that once stood in the centre of a Provençal village. France, circa 1450-1550. Weathered. Measurement is with the wooden base.

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Antique 16th Century French Gothic Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

French Medieval Gothic Hand Forged Iron Village Cross

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H 24.81 in W 14.57 in D 3.94 in

French Medieval Gothic Hand Forged Iron Village Cross

Located in Buisson, FR

Unique hand forged iron cross that once stood in the centre of a Provençal village. France, circa 1450-1550. Weathered. Measurement is with the wooden base.

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Antique 16th Century French Gothic Religious Items

Materials

Iron

A 17th century Roman Altar Cross after Guglielmo della Porta

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H 26.3 in W 10.6 in D 3.2 in

A 17th century Roman Altar Cross after Guglielmo della Porta

Located in Leesburg, VA

A 17th century Roman altar cross after Guglielmo della Porta Approximate size: 67 x 27 cm The present altar cross, likely of Italian Roman origin, reproduces a figure of Christ in ...

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Antique 17th Century Italian Renaissance Religious Items

Materials

Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Bronze

16th Century Hand Cross, Ethiopia

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H 17 in W 4.5 in

16th Century Hand Cross, Ethiopia

Located in New York, NY

An early iron hand cross from Northern Ethiopia, early to mid-16th century.

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Antique 16th Century Ethiopian Tribal Art

16th c. Hand Cross, Ethiopia

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H 12 in W 5.5 in

16th c. Hand Cross, Ethiopia

Located in New York, NY

An iron processional hand cross, Northern Ethiopia, 15th-17th century. Ethiopian hand crosses are coveted by collectors of medieval art, religious art and tribal art for their bea...

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Antique 16th Century Ethiopian Tribal Art

Materials

Iron

William and Mary Mirror

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H 40 in W 26.5 in D 4 in

William and Mary Mirror

By Stephen Cavallo

Located in New York, NY

William and Mary mirror style cross banded walnut veneer with thin ebony inlay curved pattern wrapped around border. One of a kind , Showroom model only Overall size H. 40" x W. 26...

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Antique 16th Century American William and Mary Wall Mirrors

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Walnut

Rare Small Pair of Andean Silver Nativity Figures, circa 16th Century Peru

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H 3.15 in W 0.4 in D 1.38 in

Rare Small Pair of Andean Silver Nativity Figures, circa 16th Century Peru

Located in London, GB

A rare small pair of Andean Silver nativity figures, circa 16th century, Peru.. The finely modeled figures of a Mago holding a orb and Jesus depicted having his robe having been c...

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Antique 16th Century Peruvian Antiquities

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Albrecht DürerChrist Carrying the Cross - Small Passion - Woodcut - 16thC Proof Impression, ca. 1530

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Christ Carrying the Cross - Small Passion - Woodcut - 16thC Proof Impression

By Albrecht Dürer

Located in Meinisberg, CH

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$3,921

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Emeralds 9-14 Carat Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Necklace

Located in Marcianise, IT

Sublime Emerald Cross Pendant Necklace A jewel of profound beauty and heritage, this cross pendant is a breathtaking display of over six carats of natural emeralds, set in the rever...

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French Antique Catholic Alter or table Crucifix in cast copper, 1900s

$741

H 11.42 in W 6.11 in D 2.96 in

French Antique Catholic Alter or table Crucifix in cast copper, 1900s

Located in Meulebeke, BE

France / 1900 / Crucifix / copper / Antique / Religious Antique standing crucifix from the 1900s, France. Crafted from high-quality cast copper, this piece features intricate detail...

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Italian Cross With Blessing Pot From The 19th Century

$433

H 27 in W 16 in D 4 in

Italian Cross With Blessing Pot From The 19th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Italian Cross With Blessing Pot From The 19th Century Beautiful 19th century Italian cross with a carved glass blessing jar. The cross has a wooden structure and the body is made of ...

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Estate 1950s Colombian Emerald 18K Yellow Gold Cross - VHK#379a

$3,000

L 2.25 in

Estate 1950s Colombian Emerald 18K Yellow Gold Cross - VHK#379a

Located in Hicksville, NY

Estate 1950s Colombian Emerald 18K Yellow Gold Cross - VHK#379a Item Details: Year: 1950s Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 7.3 grams Emerald Details: Na...

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Vintage 1950s Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

JESUS CHRIST CRUCIFIED Indo-Portuguese sculpture from the 18th Century

$5,136

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JESUS CHRIST CRUCIFIED Indo-Portuguese sculpture from the 18th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

JESUS CHRIST CRUCIFIED Indo-Portuguese sculpture from the 18th Century in ivor..... The figure is represented in agony, with cendal draped around the waist. Cross in rosewood wood ...

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Antique Early 18th Century Portuguese Baroque Religious Items

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Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Emerald Sapphire Ruby Multi-Color Cross

$2,380

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Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Emerald Sapphire Ruby Multi-Color Cross

By Georgios Collections Inc

Located in Astoria, NY

Presenting S.Georgios designer byzantine style cross pendant enhancer is handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold and features 9 Princess cut Rubies, 2 Princess cut Sapphires, and 4 ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Necklace Enhancers

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Opulent 18th Century Baroque Reliquary of Blood of Saint St. Francis '15th Cent'

$4,950

H 11 in W 6 in D 2 in

Opulent 18th Century Baroque Reliquary of Blood of Saint St. Francis '15th Cent'

Located in North Miami, FL

Opulent 18th century Baroque carved giltwood reliquary (a container for relics) monstrance with curled scroll design. It houses a first-class relic of the blood of the15th Century sa...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Rococo Sculptures and Carvings

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$6,392

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Located in Epfach, DE

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$2,530

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Located in Montreal, QC

Simply Beautiful! Finely Detailed Antique Emerald Gold Cross Pendant. Securely Hand set with 11 Green Emeralds, weighing approx. 1.00tcw. Hand crafted in 18K Yellow Gold. The Cross m...

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Green Tourmaline, Cabochon Blue Sapphire, Ruby Cross Pendant in 18 Karat Gold

$12,800

W 1.97 in L 2.88 in

Green Tourmaline, Cabochon Blue Sapphire, Ruby Cross Pendant in 18 Karat Gold

Located in Bangkok, TH

Green Tourmaline 1.14 carats, Tsavorite 1.12 carats, Pink Sapphire 1.26 carats, Cabochon Blue Sapphire 6.44 carats, Blue Sapphire 0.54 carat, Ruby 5.90 carats Cross Pendant set in 18...

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Vintage 1.00 Carat Colombian Emerald 18 Karat Gold Cross Pendant

$3,250

Vintage 1.00 Carat Colombian Emerald 18 Karat Gold Cross Pendant

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage 1.00 Carat Colombian Emerald 18k Gold Cross Pendant. The pendant measures 2”x1” and weights approx 4.5 grams 18k solid gold.

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Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces

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$5,500

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Edwardian Diamond Cross With Emerald Accents

Located in New York, NY

Large Edwardian Diamond and Emerald Cross with openwork is handmade in two colors of 14k gold embellished with 2 ctsof old European and rose cut diamonds accented by emeralds

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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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$850

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Located in Queens, NY

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$342

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Located in Madrid, ES

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Located in Gloucestershire, GB

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$1,495

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Located in Forney, TX

A remarkable authentic antique Christian church processional cross, dating to the early 20th century, 7-foot tall, two-piece, the large impressive crucifix designed to also be used a...

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Early 20th Century Religious Items

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Brass, Bronze

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Find many varieties of an authentic 16th century cross available at 1stDibs. A 16th century cross — often made from metal, iron and bronze — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a 16th century cross — find older editions for sale from the 16th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 18th Century. Each 16th century cross bearing hallmarks is very popular. A well-made 16th century cross has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Stephen Cavallo are consistently popular.

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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.
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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 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Who invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century?
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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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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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