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Pair of Spanish 16th Century Stone Markers
Located in Round Top, TX
A beautiful pair of 16th century Stone Markers in circular shape from the Navarra region of Spain
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Antique 16th Century Spanish Figurative Sculptures

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Stone

Pair of Spanish 16th Century Stone Markers
Pair of Spanish 16th Century Stone Markers
$4,563 / set
H 4.5 in Dm 19.39 in
Early 16th Century Stone Carving - 'The Death of a Prelate'
Located in Basildon, GB
An Early 16th Century Stone Carving with polychrome : 'The Death of a Prelate'. The enthroned
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Antique 16th Century European Gothic Religious Items

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Stone

19th Century Reproduction of a 16th Century Stone Artifact / Warrior on Horse
Located in Chicago, IL
19th Century Reproduction of a 16th Century Stone Artifact / Warrior on Horse Artifact appears to
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Antique 19th Century Mongolian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Cast Stone

16th century stone architectural fragment
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A 16th century Spanish slate stone architectural fragment. Probably part of a commerative plaque
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Antique 16th Century Spanish Medieval Antiquities

Materials

Slate

16th century stone architectural fragment
16th century stone architectural fragment
$2,985
H 19.3 in W 15.75 in D 3.94 in
16th Century Stone Pillar, Sianxi, China
Located in New York, NY
A carved stone pillar from Shanxi, China, circa 1560. Mounted on a heptagonal wood base.
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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Stone

16th Century Stone Pillar, Sianxi, China
16th Century Stone Pillar, Sianxi, China
$5,281 Sale Price
35% Off
H 59.5 in Dm 12 in
16th Century Stone Classical Roman Style Torso
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A wonderful 16th century draped female torso in classical style. Made in France under Italian
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Antique 16th Century French Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

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Sandstone

16th Century Stone Classical Roman Style Torso
16th Century Stone Classical Roman Style Torso
$35,827
H 35.44 in W 13.78 in D 13.39 in
Italian Palazzo Artempo 15-16th century Stone Fireplace For High-End Decor
Located in Beervelde, BE
interior design project. 16th century period and one of a kind castle element. This fireplace surround is
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Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Fireplaces and Mantels

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Stone

Gothic Lion XIV Century in Stone
Located in Madrid, ES
Gothic Lion XIV century in stone. 16th Century stone carved lion. He has a lot of wear from time
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Animal Sculptures

Materials

Limestone

Gothic Lion XIV Century in Stone
Gothic Lion XIV Century in Stone
$907 Sale Price
20% Off
H 11.82 in W 5.91 in D 7.88 in
16th Large Antique Carved Stone Mortar
Located in Marbella, ES
An impressive antique mortar, hand-carved from a single block of solid stone, with a cylindrical
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Antique 16th Century Spanish Stone Sinks

Materials

Stone

16th Large Antique Carved Stone Mortar
16th Large Antique Carved Stone Mortar
$7,165
H 11.42 in W 13.78 in D 13.39 in
Large Stone Mortar 16th Century
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
This very large and unique stone mortar from the 16th century has a beautiful and rare color
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Antique 16th Century Danish Urns

Materials

Stone, Marble

Large Stone Mortar 16th Century
Large Stone Mortar 16th Century
$1,850
H 7.25 in Dm 10.5 in
Very Large Granite Stone Mortar 16th Century
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
This very large and unique granite stone mortar from the 16th century has a beautiful and rare
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Antique 16th Century French Urns

Materials

Stone, Granite

Stone Head of Buddha, 16th Century
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Antique Thai Sandstone carving of the head of a Buddha, 16 th Century, Ayuthaya period, fine hand
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Antique 16th Century Southeast Asian Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Stone Head of Buddha, 16th Century
Stone Head of Buddha, 16th Century
$7,762
H 20.08 in W 7.09 in D 7.09 in
Hancocks 3.29ct Colombian Emerald & Diamond Gypsy Set Ring in 18ct Gold
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
16th Century these stones have been widely traded throughout Europe and their superiority in terms of
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21st Century and Contemporary British Three-Stone Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

16th Century Southeast Asian Stone Buddha Amulet Plaque
Located in Madrid, ES
A finely carved small devotional stone plaque, likely dating to the 16th century, depicting a
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Antique 16th Century Asian Other Religious Items

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Stone

16th Century Southeast Asian Stone Buddha Amulet Plaque
16th Century Southeast Asian Stone Buddha Amulet Plaque
$286 Sale Price
20% Off
H 4.34 in W 3.15 in D 1.58 in
16th Century Ligurian Stone Half-Capital
Located in London, GB
A rare 16th Century Italian stone Corinthian half-capital, carved in Ligurian slate, mounted on a
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Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Slate, Iron

16th Century Ligurian Stone Half-Capital
16th Century Ligurian Stone Half-Capital
$2,689
H 9.45 in W 8.67 in D 1.97 in
Rare 16th Century Architectural Stone Capital from France
Located in Dallas, TX
stone French architectural from the 1500s is truly a work of art. It could be mounted upon a plexiglas
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Antique 16th Century French Gothic Architectural Elements

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Stone

Rare 16th Century Architectural Stone Capital from France
Rare 16th Century Architectural Stone Capital from France
$3,900 Sale Price
32% Off
H 13.5 in W 20 in D 16.5 in
16th Century Thai Life Size Stone Buddha Head-Superb Ayuthaya Example
Located in Ukiah, CA
Life-size 16th century Thai stone head. The face is absolutely classic for this type--powerful
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Antique 16th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Japanese Pair Antique Stone Sun And Moon Pathway Lanterns, 32 Inches
Located in South Burlington, VT
lights. About the 16th century stone lanterns were adopted for secular purposes and designed and placed
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Garden Ornaments

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Stone

16th Hand Carved Stone Relief Renaissance Building Façade
Located in Marbella, ES
16th Hand Carved Stone Relief Renaissance Building Façade. Modern Iron Foot
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Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Architectural Elements

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Stone

16th Hand Carved Stone Relief Renaissance Building Façade
16th Hand Carved Stone Relief Renaissance Building Façade
$21,453
H 51.19 in W 44.89 in D 19.69 in
Antique Monumental Stone Fireplace Mantle, 16th Century from Italian Castle
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique monumental fireplace, of great value and great size, in beige stone carved entirely by hand
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Antique 16th Century Italian Fireplaces and Mantels

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Stone

Antique Monumental Stone Fireplace Mantle, 16th Century from Italian Castle
Antique Monumental Stone Fireplace Mantle, 16th Century from Italian Castle
$23,884 Sale Price
20% Off
H 72.45 in W 78.75 in D 30.32 in
Pair Of Istrian Stone Columns, Venice 16th Century
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Pair Of Istrian Stone Columns, Venice 16th Century
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Antique 16th Century French Louis XIII Pedestals and Columns

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Marble

Japan Tall Antique Kasuga Stone Lantern, 60 Inches
Located in South Burlington, VT
shrines as votive lights. About the 16th century stone lanterns were adopted for secular purposes and
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Planters and Jardinieres

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Stone

Japan Tall Antique Kasuga Stone Lantern, 60 Inches
Japan Tall Antique Kasuga Stone Lantern, 60 Inches
$4,800 Sale Price
29% Off
H 60 in W 23 in D 18 in
Japanese Tall Pair Antique Stone Sun And Moon Pathway Lanterns, 36 Inches
Located in South Burlington, VT
. They were used initially in temples and later shrines as votive lights. About the 16th century stone
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Japanese Tall Pair Antique Stone Sun And Moon Pathway Lanterns, 36 Inches
Japanese Tall Pair Antique Stone Sun And Moon Pathway Lanterns, 36 Inches
$3,840 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 36 in W 11 in D 11 in
16th Century, Pair of Capitals, in White Stone with Noble Coat of Arms
Located in Cesena, FC
Pair of capitals from 1500s, in white stone with noble coat of arms. Good condition, beautiful
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Antique 16th Century Italian Architectural Elements

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Stone

16th Century, Pair of Capitals, in White Stone with Noble Coat of Arms
16th Century, Pair of Capitals, in White Stone with Noble Coat of Arms
$5,350 Sale Price / item
20% Off
H 23.63 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Japan Rare Tall Tulip Stone Lantern- one of a kind Beauty
Located in South Burlington, VT
temples and later shrines as votive lights. About the 16th century stone lanterns were adopted for secular
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Granite

French 16th Century Sundail - Cadran Solaire
Located in Round Top, TX
An exceptional Gothic Period French Cadran Solaire - Sundail beautifully carved from stone
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Antique 16th Century French Sundials

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Stone

Japan Antique Kasuga "Deer" Granite Stone Lantern 84 Inches
Located in South Burlington, VT
shrines as votive lights. About the 16th century stone lanterns were adopted for secular purposes and
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Garden Ornaments

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Granite

16th C set of Four Evangelist Vault Keys
Located in MADRID, ES
Vault keys such as these were used where the vault ribs came together, as a finishing touch. These particular ones depict the four Evangelists. The Angel for St Matthew, the Lion for...
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Antique 16th Century Spanish Gothic Architectural Elements

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Stone

16th C set of Four Evangelist Vault Keys
16th C set of Four Evangelist Vault Keys
$16,719 / set
H 3.94 in W 20.48 in D 22.84 in
Japan Antique Stone Tea Garden Lantern, Stunning Design
Located in South Burlington, VT
shrines as votive lights. About the 16th century stone lanterns were adopted for secular purposes and
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Garden Ornaments

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Granite

Antique Italian 16th Century Mantel 'anno 1596'
Located in Zedelgem, BE
Beautiful Italian Fireplace dating from the 16th Century with engraved date (1596) in basaltic grey
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Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Fireplaces and Mantels

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Stone

Antique Italian 16th Century Mantel 'anno 1596'
Antique Italian 16th Century Mantel 'anno 1596'
$16,809
H 55.12 in W 66.15 in D 7.09 in
16th Century Head Of A Noble
Located in Round Top, TX
A very striking 16th century statue - head of a nobleman - crafted from Roman concrete - opus
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Antique 16th Century Italian Figurative Sculptures

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Coade Stone

16th Century Head Of A Noble
16th Century Head Of A Noble
$5,250
H 15.5 in W 13 in D 10.25 in
Antique 16th C. Carved Istrian Stone Trough
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique carved Istrian stone basin. Dating to circa 1600-1700, this charming trough has
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Antique Early 17th Century Italian Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Stone

Antique 16th C. Carved Istrian Stone Trough
Antique 16th C. Carved Istrian Stone Trough
$9,069
H 7.09 in W 31.5 in D 21.26 in
16th C. Hand Carved Capital Stone Base Architectural Element Sculpture Pedestal
Located in West Hollywood, CA
: Limestone, Stone, Carved, Hand-Carved, Hand-Crafted Place of Origin: France Period: 16th Century Date of
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Antique 16th Century French Renaissance Garden Ornaments

Materials

Stone, Limestone

Japan Antique "Peach” Temple Flower Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
used initially in temples and later shrines as votive lights. About the 16th century stone lanterns
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Japan Antique "Peach” Temple Flower Lantern
Japan Antique "Peach” Temple Flower Lantern
$3,600 Sale Price
57% Off
H 55 in W 23 in D 23 in
A Rare and Finely Carved Weser Renaissance Stone Head
Located in London, GB
A Rare and Finely Carved Weser Renaissance Stone Head Stone Germany 16th Century Size
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Antique 16th Century German Architectural Elements

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Stone

Italian Medieval Gothic Carved Stone Saint Statue
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful weathered hand carved stone medieval statue depicting a Saint . Italy 16th century
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Antique 16th Century Italian Gothic Religious Items

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Stone

Italian Medieval Gothic Carved Stone Saint Statue
Italian Medieval Gothic Carved Stone Saint Statue
$1,519 Sale Price
50% Off
H 20.08 in W 7.09 in D 5.12 in
Limoges enamel plaque depicting Christ on te cold stone, France, mid-16th c.
Located in Gorssel, GE
An enamel plaque depicting Christ on the cold stone with two caretakers and tools of suffering
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Antique 16th Century French Religious Items

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Copper, Enamel

Ancient Majapahit Temple Stone Block from Java, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
Worn by time and whispering centuries of forgotten devotion, this weathered block of stone once
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Antique 16th Century Indonesian Empire Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Ancient Majapahit Temple Stone Block from Java, Indonesia
Ancient Majapahit Temple Stone Block from Java, Indonesia
$2,200 / set
H 7.29 in W 18.12 in D 13 in
Ancient Majapahit Temple Stone Block from Java, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
Worn by time and whispering centuries of forgotten devotion, this weathered block of stone once
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Antique 16th Century Indonesian Empire Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Rustic 16th Century Fireplace With Jester’s Cap - Authentic One Unit Of One
Located in Beervelde, BE
When the Hearth Becomes an Unmatched Work of Art. This authentic 16th century French antique
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Antique 16th Century French Louis XIII Fireplaces and Mantels

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Stone, Limestone

16th Century Spanish Keystone Wedged Where Arches Meet at the Apex of a Vault
Located in Marbella, ES
16th century Spanish round shaped keystone wedged in the ceiling, where arches meet the apex of a
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Antique 16th Century European Garden Ornaments

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Stone

Hand Carved Stone Capital Base Side Coffee Table Garden Pedestal Antique element
Located in West Hollywood, CA
: Stone,Hand-Carved Place of Origin: France Period: 16th Century Date of Manufacture: 1500s Condition
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Antique 16th Century French Renaissance Architectural Elements

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Stone, Limestone

Pair of French Gothic Stone Capitals
Located in Round Top, TX
A fantastic pair of Gothic period hand carved stone capitals from the Avignon area of France
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Antique 16th Century French Architectural Elements

Materials

Stone

Pair of French Gothic Stone Capitals
Pair of French Gothic Stone Capitals
$12,250 / set
H 12 in W 21 in D 16 in
19th Century Elmwood Center Hall Table with Ming Dynasty Stone Inset
Located in Yonkers, NY
, adorned with a Ming dynasty courtyard stone inset from the 15th or 16th century. This waistless table is
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Ming Center Tables

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Stone

Carved Stone Vasque, Vessel from Spain
Located in Round Top, TX
A very handsome 16th century Vasque or vessel from the Catalan region of Spain. Hand-carved with
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Antique 16th Century Spanish Planters and Jardinieres

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Stone

Carved Stone Vasque, Vessel from Spain
Carved Stone Vasque, Vessel from Spain
$2,063
H 16.75 in W 16 in D 16 in
Antique Chinese Hand Sculpted Grey Stone Panel with Stand
Located in Chicago, IL
16th Century Chinese Hand Sculpted Grey Stone Panel with Stand This exquisite 16th Century Chinese
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Antique 16th Century Chinese Rustic Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Venetian Hand-Carved Stone Staircase Starter in the Shape of a Dragon
Located in Marbella, ES
Venetian Hand-Carved Stone Staircase Starter in the Shape of a Dragon
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Antique 16th Century Italian Architectural Elements

Materials

Stone

Neo-Renaissance Period Stone Fireplace, Dated 1534
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
This outstanding Tonnerre stone fireplace is a masterpiece of the first French Renaissance. It was
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Antique 16th Century French Renaissance Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Stone

Neo-Renaissance Period Stone Fireplace, Dated 1534
Neo-Renaissance Period Stone Fireplace, Dated 1534
$3,463,319
H 167.33 in W 137.8 in D 36.23 in
French Medieval Carved Stone Panel Depicting A Madonna With Child
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful primitive medieval stone panel, depicting a Madonna with child France before 1600
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Antique 16th Century French Medieval Religious Items

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Stone

French Medieval Carved Stone Panel Depicting A Madonna With Child
French Medieval Carved Stone Panel Depicting A Madonna With Child
$2,000 Sale Price
39% Off
H 13.78 in W 9.85 in D 4.73 in
Antique monumental fireplace mantle carved in Serena stone, Tuscany (Italy)
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Serena stone, from Tuscany (Italy), original from the 16th century, the patina and wear certify the
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Antique 16th Century Italian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Stone

Antique monumental fireplace mantle carved in Serena stone, Tuscany (Italy)
Antique monumental fireplace mantle carved in Serena stone, Tuscany (Italy)
$24,840 Sale Price
20% Off
H 96.46 in W 78.75 in D 27.56 in
Gothic Period Carved Stone Statue of Saint Nicholas
Located in Round Top, TX
A wonderful Gothic period hand carved stone statue of Saint Nicholas from the Avignon area of
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Antique 16th Century French Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Gothic Period Carved Stone Statue of Saint Nicholas
Gothic Period Carved Stone Statue of Saint Nicholas
$5,750
H 31.5 in W 12.13 in D 7.88 in
Antique Stone Console with Red Marble Top
Located in London, GB
French stone console with red marble top in the style of Louis XIV, featuring legs carved out of a
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Antique 16th Century French Console Tables

Materials

Stone, Marble

Antique Stone Console with Red Marble Top
Antique Stone Console with Red Marble Top
$17,242 / item
H 35.44 in W 90.56 in D 19.69 in
Antique Fireplace in Serena Stone, Lions Legs-Noble Coat of Arms, 1500, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
arms in the center of the fireplace, from the high 16th century, from Central Italy, in a noble
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Antique 16th Century Italian Fireplaces and Mantels

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Stone

Antique Fireplace in Serena Stone, Lions Legs-Noble Coat of Arms, 1500, Italy
Antique Fireplace in Serena Stone, Lions Legs-Noble Coat of Arms, 1500, Italy
$23,884 Sale Price
20% Off
H 82.68 in W 94.49 in D 25.6 in
Lion Stone Sculpture Architectural Garden Renaissance
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
This sculpture has taken on a different character over time as it has weathered and the detailing has softened. Time has given it a pared down, minimalist quality juxtaposing the R...
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Antique 16th Century English Renaissance Statues

Materials

Limestone

Lion Stone Sculpture Architectural Garden Renaissance
Lion Stone Sculpture Architectural Garden Renaissance
$6,896
H 11.03 in W 24.02 in D 12.01 in
Fireplace mantle carved in slate stone, from Genoa (Italy)
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
) carved with a central flower and chivalric figures on the uprights, original from the 16th century, from
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Antique 16th Century Italian Fireplaces and Mantels

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Slate

Fireplace mantle carved in slate stone, from Genoa (Italy)
Fireplace mantle carved in slate stone, from Genoa (Italy)
$19,107 Sale Price
20% Off
H 74.81 in W 87.8 in D 14.97 in
Christ on the Cold Stone – After Jan Gossaert (Mabuse)
Located in Stockholm, SE
Sorrows. The present work dates from the late 16th century and is based on a now-lost original by Gossaert
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16th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

PAIR OF ITALIAN ARCHITECTURAL BRACKETS IN PIETRA SERENA, TUSCANY, 1600 CIRCA
Located in Milan, IT
architectural brackets are a great example of the Tuscan production of the late 16th Century. Overall in good
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16th Century More Art

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Stone

Late Medieval Granite Benitier or Stoup with Primitive Head as the Water Spout
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
Carved granite benitier or sink, primitive carved stone head as the water spout. Usually found at
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Antique 16th Century French Architectural Elements

Materials

Stone, Granite

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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.
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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.
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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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What 17th-century furniture is called varies. The general term for all furniture produced 100 years ago, including 17th-century pieces, is antique furniture. You may also choose to be more specific and describe a piece by its style. Theatrical and lavish, the Baroque style was prevalent across Europe from the 17th to the mid-18th century and spread around the world through colonialism, including in Asia, Africa and the Americas. Baroque furniture was extravagant in all aspects, from shape to materials. 17th-century pieces from England often feature characteristics of the William and Mary style, such as crisp lines, maple and walnut veneers, inlaid bands and C-scroll ornaments. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
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    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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
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    Sir Isaac Newton invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century. He created it as a replacement for the refracting telescope, which tended to have poor optics. Find a collection of antique and vintage telescopes on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
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    One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    17th-century Dutch portraiture has many similarities to other Baroque paintings, including rich colors, dark shadows and intense lighting. Many famous Dutch Baroque works lean toward realism. In Dutch portraiture, props and detailed backgrounds are uncommon. You'll find a collection of Dutch Baroque paintings from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 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.
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    The French painters of the 19th century worked in two styles. Neoclassicism dominated the first half of the century, and Impressionism was the most common style during the second half. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of French paintings.
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    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.