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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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 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 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.

17th Century Plaque

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Garden Plaque

Spanish Saints

Antique Catholic

LATE 17th CENTURY CASTLES MAJOLICA PLAQUE

$2,639

H 5.91 in W 10.44 in D 0.6 in

LATE 17th CENTURY CASTLES MAJOLICA PLAQUE

Located in Firenze, FI

Splendid polychrome majolica plaque, attributable to the renowned Castelli factory, located in Abruzzo (Central Italy), and dating back to around the end of the 17th century.

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Antique Late 17th Century Italian Ceramics

Materials

Maiolica

Devotional plaque, Saint Anthony of Padua. Bronze. Spanish School, 17th century.

$471

H 0.2 in W 2.8 in D 4.49 in

Devotional plaque, Saint Anthony of Padua. Bronze. Spanish School, 17th century.

Located in Madrid, ES

Devotional plaque, Saint Anthony of Padua. Bronze. Spanish School, 17th century.

Category

Antique 17th Century Spanish Baroque Religious Items

Materials

Bronze

Devotional plaque, Saint Dominic de Guzmán. Bronze. Spanish School, 17th century

$353

H 0.2 in W 2.92 in D 4.38 in

Devotional plaque, Saint Dominic de Guzmán. Bronze. Spanish School, 17th century

Located in Madrid, ES

Devotional plaque, Saint Dominic de Guzmán. Bronze. Spanish School, 17th century.

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Antique 17th Century Spanish Baroque Religious Items

Materials

Bronze

Devotional plaque, Saint Anthony of Padua. Bronze. Spanish School, 17th century.

$459

H 4.73 in W 2.96 in D 0.4 in

Devotional plaque, Saint Anthony of Padua. Bronze. Spanish School, 17th century.

Located in Madrid, ES

Devotional plaque, Saint Anthony of Padua. Bronze. Spanish School, 17th century.

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Antique 17th Century Spanish Other Religious Items

Materials

Bronze, Other

German Carved Oak Relief Plaque, 17th Century – “God Blesses the Wine”

$3,976

H 16.54 in W 16.54 in D 1.19 in

German Carved Oak Relief Plaque, 17th Century – “God Blesses the Wine”

Located in Knivsta, SE

German Carved Oak Relief Plaque, 17th Century – “God Blesses the Wine” A wonderfully charming carved oak relief panel from Germany, dating to the 1600s.

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Antique 17th Century German Baroque Barware

Materials

Oak

LATE 17th CENTURY MONTELUPO MAJOLICA PLAQUE WITH VIRGIN

$1,885

H 12.21 in W 7.88 in D 0.79 in

LATE 17th CENTURY MONTELUPO MAJOLICA PLAQUE WITH VIRGIN

Located in Firenze, FI

This is an object of great taste and elegance, capable of adding a touch of class and antiquity to any setting. The plaque is also in perfect condition. Made in Tuscany by the famous...

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Antique Late 17th Century Italian Decorative Art

Materials

Maiolica

Large Cast and Chiseled Bronze Plaque - Saint Sebastian, Rome 17th century

$9,719Sale Price|25% Off

H 10.95 in W 7.09 in D 0.12 in

Large Cast and Chiseled Bronze Plaque - Saint Sebastian, Rome 17th century

Located in Bruxelles, BE

Large Cast and Chiseled Bronze Plaque Saint Sebastian after the model by Guido Reni (Capitoline Museum) Rome, 17th century Large rectangular bronze plaque depicting the martyrdom of...

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Antique 17th Century Italian Baroque Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Antique 17th Century Limoge Signed Plaque Of A Madonna Praying

$8,187

H 10.44 in W 9.45 in D 0.79 in

Antique 17th Century Limoge Signed Plaque Of A Madonna Praying

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique 17th Century French painted porcelain wall hanging plaque portraying the Madonna in prayer against a radiant sunburst backdrop.

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Antique 17th Century French Other Religious Items

Materials

Porcelain

Devotional plaque, Saint Benedict of Nursia. Bronze. Spanish School, 17th c

$353

H 0.2 in W 2.72 in D 4.34 in

Devotional plaque, Saint Benedict of Nursia. Bronze. Spanish School, 17th c

Located in Madrid, ES

Devotional plaque, Saint Benedict of Nursia. Bronze. Spanish School, 17th century.

Category

Antique 17th Century Spanish Baroque Religious Items

Materials

Bronze

Devotional plaque, Saint Benedict of Nursia. Bronze. Spanish School, 17th c

$471

H 0.16 in W 2.76 in D 4.34 in

Devotional plaque, Saint Benedict of Nursia. Bronze. Spanish School, 17th c

Located in Madrid, ES

Devotional plaque, Saint Benedict of Nursia. Bronze. Spanish School, 17th century.

Category

Antique 17th Century Spanish Baroque Religious Items

Materials

Bronze

17th Century Italian Faience Madonna with Child Relief Wall Plaque

$2,120

H 13.39 in W 11.42 in D 1.19 in

17th Century Italian Faience Madonna with Child Relief Wall Plaque

Located in Milano, MI

A fashinating 17th century Italian Virgin with Child, an hand-made rectangular shaped relief devotional plaque in polychrome glazed terracotta depicting a Madonna with Child, dating ...

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Antique Mid-17th Century Italian Renaissance Decorative Art

Materials

Terracotta

17th Century French Carved Bleached Ebony Plaque "The Conversion of Saint Paul"

$2,900

H 3 in W 23 in D 16 in

17th Century French Carved Bleached Ebony Plaque "The Conversion of Saint Paul"

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a wall with this intricately antique panel. Crafted of ebony wood in France circa 1680, the plaque depicts the dramatic biblical scene of "The Conversion of Saint Paul on th...

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Antique Late 17th Century French Baroque Religious Items

Materials

Ebony

Enamel plaque Madonna with Child Materdei, Jean Laudin, France, 17th c.

$2,945

H 7.41 in W 6.5 in D 0.6 in

Enamel plaque Madonna with Child Materdei, Jean Laudin, France, 17th c.

Located in Gorssel, GE

Enamel Plaque “Mater Dei” Laudin, Limoges, France, 17th century Painted enamel on copper, gilded details A rectangular enamel plaque depicting the Virgin and Child with radiant halo...

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Antique 17th Century French Religious Items

Materials

Enamel, Copper

Devotional plaque, Saint Dominic de Guzmán. Bronze. Spanish School, 17th-18th c

$353

H 0.2 in W 2.72 in D 4.22 in

Devotional plaque, Saint Dominic de Guzmán. Bronze. Spanish School, 17th-18th c

Located in Madrid, ES

Devotional plaque, Saint Dominic de Guzmán. Bronze. Spanish School, 17th-18th centuries.

Category

Antique 18th Century Spanish Baroque Religious Items

Materials

Bronze

Enamel plaque depicting St. Peter receiving the key of Christ, Germany, 17th c.

$3,828

H 5.12 in W 6.11 in D 0.6 in

Enamel plaque depicting St. Peter receiving the key of Christ, Germany, 17th c.

Located in Gorssel, GE

Germany, 17th century. Dimensions: 13 x 15.5 cm. Incl. frame: 19.6 x 22.6 x 2.5 cm.

Category

Antique 17th Century Religious Items

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Small German Porcelain Plaque after a 17th C. Painting of Murillo

$2,120

H 8.27 in W 6.11 in D 0.67 in

Small German Porcelain Plaque after a 17th C. Painting of Murillo

Located in Delft, NL

Small German porcelain plaque after a 17th C. painting of Murillo Small German porcelain plaque after a 17th Century painting of Bartolome Esteban Murillo (1618-1682) with a scene...

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Antique Late 19th Century German Decorative Art

Materials

Porcelain, Wood

17th C. Hand Carved Stone Niche Wall Mount Plaque Architectural Element Antique

$22,700

H 39.5 in W 30 in D 14 in

17th C. Hand Carved Stone Niche Wall Mount Plaque Architectural Element Antique

Located in West Hollywood, CA

17th C. Hand Carved Stone Niche Wall Mount Plaque Architectural Element Antique .

Category

Antique Late 17th Century French Architectural Elements

Materials

Stone, Limestone

Devotional plaque, Stigmatization of Saint Francis of Assisi. Bronze.

$459

H 4.73 in W 2.96 in D 0.4 in

Devotional plaque, Stigmatization of Saint Francis of Assisi. Bronze.

Located in Madrid, ES

Bronze. Possibly 17th century. It has faults. Oval devotional plaque enhanced with a frame featuring a ring at the top and a figurative relief decoration showing the Franciscan Sai...

Category

Antique 17th Century Spanish Other Religious Items

Materials

Bronze, Other

Pair of 19th Century Bronzed Electrotype Plaques

$20,484 / set

H 24.02 in W 28.15 in D 4.73 in

Pair of 19th Century Bronzed Electrotype Plaques

By Étienne Alexandre Stella

Located in London, GB

Imbued with a vivid drama that captivates the onlooker, these pieces depict 17th-century stylistic scenes. The first plaque unfurls the tale of a clandestine romantic rendezvous, pre...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XIII Decorative Art

Materials

Bronze

1682s Heraldic Castle Plaque in Lead with Inscription

$5,301

H 35.44 in W 37.01 in D 0.4 in

1682s Heraldic Castle Plaque in Lead with Inscription

Located in Marbella, ES

Antique cast iron heraldic plaque with the central inscription “JOHN* BLAND 1682,” decorated with a relief shield and classical ornamental motifs. The piece features an interesting ...

Category

Antique 17th Century Decorative Art

Materials

Lead

Walnut wall plaque, carved two-door wardrobe front, Italy

$6,833

H 104.73 in W 66.15 in D 3.94 in

Walnut wall plaque, carved two-door wardrobe front, Italy

Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)

Very old, antique Walnut wall Placard, front of a wardrobe with two carved doors with fake drawers in the lower part, it was the front part of a wardrobe that was then built into the...

Category

Antique 17th Century Italian Panelling

Materials

Walnut

Antique Mutton Fat Jade Carved Dragon Reticulated Openwork Amulet Plaque

$1,995

H 0.3 in W 2.15 in L 2.5 in

Antique Mutton Fat Jade Carved Dragon Reticulated Openwork Amulet Plaque

Located in New York, NY

This captivating mutton fat jade carving from the 17th century is meticulously crafted, showcasing an intricate openwork design that features a sinuous dragon motif intertwined with ...

Category

Antique 17th Century Loose Gemstones

Materials

Jade

Antique Limoges Enamel Plaques Set by Workshop Limoges, Circa 1630

$8,246

H 12.21 in W 14.97 in D 0.79 in

Antique Limoges Enamel Plaques Set by Workshop Limoges, Circa 1630

By Limoges

Located in MADRID, ES

Hand painted and relief decorated enamel plaques in cobalt blue, lead white, and gold powder, executed in enamel on copper, a technique characteristic of the period. The outer frame ...

Category

Antique 17th Century French Baroque Religious Items

Materials

Enamel, Copper, Silver

Antique Qing Dynasty Gourd Cricket Jar Ming Dynasty White Jade Plaque

$2,750

W 1.38 in L 5.91 in

Antique Qing Dynasty Gourd Cricket Jar Ming Dynasty White Jade Plaque

Located in Flushing, NY

Antique Qing Dynasty Gourd Cricket Jar Ming Dynasty White Jade Plaque Approximate Dimensions: 15 cm (Hight) 3.5 cm (Lid Diameter) 47.8 grams in weight.

Category

Antique 17th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade

Rare Imperial Memorial Plaque for Ferdinand Ludwig Freiherr von Wopping 1692

$19,500

H 41.34 in W 25.2 in D 1.97 in

Rare Imperial Memorial Plaque for Ferdinand Ludwig Freiherr von Wopping 1692

Located in Doha, QA

Beyond its decorative impact, this plaque offers a tangible connection to the military and cultural fabric of 17th-century Europe.

Category

Antique Late 17th Century Austrian Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

Dutch Delft Oval Blue & White Architectural Plaque, Three Porcelain Ash-Barrel

$3,000

H 12.5 in W 9.88 in D 0.75 in

Dutch Delft Oval Blue & White Architectural Plaque, Three Porcelain Ash-Barrel

Located in Downingtown, PA

Palatial Grandeur: A Rare Dutch Delft Blue and White Architectural Plaque This exceptional 18th-century Dutch Delft blue and white plaque, designed in an elegant upright oval format...

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Antique Late 17th Century Dutch Queen Anne Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft, Faience

Flemish Embossed Wood Plaque of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ

$2,962Sale Price|25% Off

H 34.38 in W 23.75 in D 2 in

Flemish Embossed Wood Plaque of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a heavy large carved wood plaque depicting an embossed scene of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. He is standing victorious and elevated over a U shaped cluster of clouds wit...

Category

Antique 17th Century Belgian Baroque Decorative Art

Materials

Wood

Antique Venetian Free-Hanging Iron Dragon Sign Rare Exterior Plaque 1629

$3,950

H 21.66 in W 14.57 in D 0.2 in

Antique Venetian Free-Hanging Iron Dragon Sign Rare Exterior Plaque 1629

Located in Doha, QA

A rare and evocative Venetian iron hanging sign, intricately cut in the form of a stylised dragon within a rectangular frame. This piece is dated 1629, the year of the Venetian Plagu...

Category

Antique 17th Century Italian Baroque Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Two round enamel plaques Nero and Caligula, in the manner of Jacques I Laudin

$3,828

H 0.4 in Dm 4.34 in

Two round enamel plaques Nero and Caligula, in the manner of Jacques I Laudin

Located in Gorssel, GE

France, 17th century. Provenance: Dutch private collection In good condition, professionally restored

Category

Antique 17th Century French Religious Items

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Pair of Jacques Laudin ii Enamel Plaques, circa 1665-1729

$4,315Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 6.3 in W 4.73 in D 1.97 in

Pair of Jacques Laudin ii Enamel Plaques, circa 1665-1729

Located in Faversham, GB

A captivating pair of 17th-century Limoges enamel plaques by Jacques Laudin II of the renowned Laudin family dynasty of enamellers.

Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XIV Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Enamel

French Louis XIV Style 'Coat of Arms De Rostaing Family' Fireback / Backsplash

$795

H 29.14 in W 37.41 in D 2.17 in

French Louis XIV Style 'Coat of Arms De Rostaing Family' Fireback / Backsplash

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

20th century French Louis XIV style fireback with the coat of arms of the De Rostaing Family, 17th century.

Category

20th Century French Louis XIV Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

KPM Porcelain Painting After Murillo

$22,850

H 11 in W 8.75 in D 1 in

KPM Porcelain Painting After Murillo

By KPM Porcelain

Located in New Orleans, LA

Entitled "Grape and Melon Eaters," the painting invokes the spirit of the 17th century master painter. The porcelain plaque is impressed with the KPM monogram and sceptre mark, ci...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Other Paintings

Materials

Porcelain

Haddonstone Plaque of John Tradescant in 17th-century Dress

$1,580

H 28 in W 22 in D 5.25 in

Haddonstone Plaque of John Tradescant in 17th-century Dress

Located in Katonah, NY

A composition stone wall plaque with arched top depicting the botanist and gardener, John Tradescant the Younger, standing in 17th-century dress with a spade in his proper left hand ...

Category

Early 2000s English Tudor Garden Ornaments

Materials

Cast Stone

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Italian Gilt Lead Plaques 17th Century

Unavailable

H 9 in W 9 in D 1 in

Italian Gilt Lead Plaques 17th Century

Located in Bantam, CT

A fine and unusual pair 17th century gilt lead panels depicting the four evangelists, Mark, John, Luke and Mathew seated with stylized clouds, putti, lion and a cow, circa 1650.

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Antique 17th Century Italian Renaissance Wall-mounted Sculptures

17th Century Italian Carved and Gilt-wood Wall Plaques

Unavailable

H 8 in W 8 in

17th Century Italian Carved and Gilt-wood Wall Plaques

Located in San Francisco, CA

A pair of finely sculpted 17th / early 18th century hand carved and polychrome painted Italian wall plaques - San Judas Tadeo with his attributable carpenter's rule and Saint Paul th...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Wall-mounted Sculptures

Pair of 17th Century Carved and Painted Oval Religious Plaques

Unavailable

H 18 in W 14 in D 2 in

Pair of 17th Century Carved and Painted Oval Religious Plaques

Located in Stamford, CT

Circa 17th century pair of Italian Baroque style carved and painted walnut plaques depicting Christ preaching and post Resurrection.

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Antique 17th Century Italian Baroque Religious Items

Materials

Walnut

Fabulous Pr. of 17th Century Carved Stone Heraldic Plaques of York and Lancaster

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H 47.5 in W 26.5 in D 6 in

Fabulous Pr. of 17th Century Carved Stone Heraldic Plaques of York and Lancaster

Located in Woodbury, CT

Removed from a prominent estate in Gloucestershire, where they were moved to in the early 18th century, these plaques likely date to the 17th century.

Category

Antique 17th Century English Baroque Garden Ornaments

Materials

Stone

Coral and Mother-of-Pearl Plaque, Trapani, 18th Century

Unavailable

H 9.45 in W 7.88 in D 3.15 in

Coral and Mother-of-Pearl Plaque, Trapani, 18th Century

Located in Rome, IT

Unique and elaborate devotional plaque, representing a coral saint and decorative elements in mother-of-pearl. Trapani, early 18th century.

Category

Antique Early 17th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Art

Materials

Coral

Most Rare Pair of Antique American 18th Century Papier Mâché Plaques, circa 1765

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H 16 in W 14.5 in D 1.5 in

Most Rare Pair of Antique American 18th Century Papier Mâché Plaques, circa 1765

Located in Houston, TX

American late 18th century plastered and polychrome papier mâché oval plaques of English monarchs, George III and Queen Charlotte attributed to Henry Christian Geyer, of Boston, Mass...

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Antique 17th Century American American Colonial Paintings

Bronze Devotional Plaque, Pietà, 17th Century

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H 4.53 in W 2.76 in D 0.2 in

Bronze Devotional Plaque, Pietà, 17th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Devotional plaque; Piety. Bronze. 17th century. Oval devotional plate with a ring at the top and a simple frame to enhance the relief it presents.

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Antique 17th Century European Baroque Religious Items

Materials

Bronze

Devotional Plaque, Ecce Homo, Bronze, 17th Century

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H 0.2 in W 2.56 in D 4.14 in

Devotional Plaque, Ecce Homo, Bronze, 17th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Devotional plaque, Ecce Homo. Bronze, XVII century. Rectangular devotional plate that shows an image of Christ up to the waist, with the crown of thorns, a crozier, and the hands ti...

Category

Antique 17th Century Spanish Baroque Religious Items

Materials

Bronze

Devotional Plaque, Nativity. Bronze, Spain, 16th-17th Centuries

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H 0.2 in W 2.76 in D 3.94 in

Devotional Plaque, Nativity. Bronze, Spain, 16th-17th Centuries

Located in Madrid, ES

Devotional plaque, Birth of Christ. Bronze. Spain, 16th-17th centuries.

Category

Antique 17th Century Spanish Baroque Religious Items

Materials

Bronze

17th Century Carved Walnut Wood Plaque from France

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H 41 in W 74.63 in

17th Century Carved Walnut Wood Plaque from France

Located in Dallas, TX

This is a wonderful religious bas relief plaque from France, dating to the 1600's. More recently, the plaque was "cleaned" or "stripped", which gives it this nice, pale blonde walnut...

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Antique 17th Century French Architectural Elements

Materials

Walnut

Pair Italian 17TH C. Putti Wall Plaques

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H 19 in W 30 in D 1 in

Pair Italian 17TH C. Putti Wall Plaques

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

carved wood putti heads with polychrome surface triangler shaped shaped wooden plaques

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Architectural Elements

Materials

Wood

Bronze devotional plaque, St Francis of Assisi receiving the Stigmata. 17th c.

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H 4.69 in W 3 in D 0.36 in

Bronze devotional plaque, St Francis of Assisi receiving the Stigmata. 17th c.

Located in Madrid, ES

Devotional plate. Bronze. Spanish school, 17th century. Bronze devotional plate with an oval shape and a circular washer at the top that presents a figurative decoration in relief w...

Category

Antique 17th Century Spanish Baroque Religious Items

Materials

Bronze

Il Giovane Gentili Polychrome Majolica Plaque

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H 13.78 in W 15.95 in D 1.97 in

Il Giovane Gentili Polychrome Majolica Plaque

Located in Madrid, ES

Il giovane Gentili (Castelli, 1727 - Castelli, 1813) Polychrome majolica plaque 17th century Dimensions: 24x30 cm; with frame 35x40.5 cm In ebonized and gilded frame, decorated ...

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Antique 17th Century Italian Baroque Religious Items

Materials

Majolica

Antique and Early English Iron Battle Armour with 17th C. Title Plaque

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H 55 in W 21 in D 17.5 in

Antique and Early English Iron Battle Armour with 17th C. Title Plaque

Located in Big Flats, NY

A set of antique iron English battle armor offers helmet, breast plates and tassels, raised on display stands, one with brass plaque which reads "English Armour 17th C." (although we...

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Early 20th Century English Medieval Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

Rare Antique Cast Iron French Fireplace Plaques, Justice, Prudence and Courage

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H 41.63 in W 14.75 in D 1.25 in

Rare Antique Cast Iron French Fireplace Plaques, Justice, Prudence and Courage

Located in Dallas, TX

These unusual French fireplace plaques depict figures representing Justice, Prudence, and Fortitude or Courage. They are three of the four cardinal virtues from Classical Antiquity. ...

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Antique 17th Century French Classical Roman Fireplace Tools and Chimney ...

Materials

Iron

Pietre Dure Casket

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H 15 in W 24.5 in D 20.5 in

Pietre Dure Casket

Located in New Orleans, LA

This rare and extraordinary pietre dure casket exemplifies the very best of the best in both 17th century and 19th century workmanship. Utilizing original period Florentine pietre du...

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Antique 19th Century European Other Decorative Boxes

Materials

Stone, Gold Plate, Bronze

17th Century Flower Basket Enamel Plaque

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17th Century Flower Basket Enamel Plaque

Located in Amsterdam, NL

A elegant 17th century, enamel plaque on copper, multicolored with lots of manganese, representing a basket with fruits, vegetables, a buttercup with a butterfly and a bird on it, We...

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Antique 17th Century European Enamel Frames and Objects

Devotional plaque, Immaculate Conception. Bronze. Spanish school, 17th century.

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H 4.34 in W 2.76 in D 0.28 in

Devotional plaque, Immaculate Conception. Bronze. Spanish school, 17th century.

Located in Madrid, ES

Devotional plaque, Immaculate Conception. Bronze. Spanish school, 17th century.

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Antique 17th Century Spanish Baroque Religious Items

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Bronze

Devotional plaque, Ecce Homo. Bronze. Spanish school, 17th century.

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H 4.77 in W 3 in D 0.36 in

Devotional plaque, Ecce Homo. Bronze. Spanish school, 17th century.

Located in Madrid, ES

Devotional plaque, Ecce Homo. Bronze. Spanish school, 17th century.

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Antique 17th Century Spanish Baroque Religious Items

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Devotional Plaque, St Francis of Assisi, 17th Century

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H 4.34 in W 2.76 in D 0.2 in

Bronze Devotional Plaque, St Francis of Assisi, 17th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Devotional plaque, San Francisco de Asis, bronze, 17th century.

Category

Antique 17th Century European Baroque Religious Items

Materials

Bronze

Devotional plaque, Virgin and Child. Bronze. Spanish School, 17th century.

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H 0.2 in W 2.76 in D 4.41 in

Devotional plaque, Virgin and Child. Bronze. Spanish School, 17th century.

Located in Madrid, ES

Devotional plaque, Virgin and Child. Bronze. Spanish School, 17th century.

Category

Antique 17th Century Spanish Baroque Religious Items

Materials

Bronze

Devotional plaque, Adoration of the Magi. Bronze. Spanish school, 17th century.

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H 4.26 in W 2.72 in D 0.2 in

Devotional plaque, Adoration of the Magi. Bronze. Spanish school, 17th century.

Located in Madrid, ES

Devotional plaque, Adoration of the Three Wise Men. Bronze. Spanish school, 17th century.

Category

Antique 17th Century Spanish Baroque Religious Items

Materials

Bronze

Devotional plaque, Pietà. Bronze. Spanish School, 17th-18th centuries.

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H 0.2 in W 2.76 in D 4.3 in

Devotional plaque, Pietà. Bronze. Spanish School, 17th-18th centuries.

Located in Madrid, ES

Devotional plaque, Pietà. Bronze. Spanish School, 17th-18th centuries.

Category

Antique 18th Century Spanish Baroque Religious Items

Materials

Bronze

French Bernard Palissy Figural Majolica Plaque, 16th-17th Century

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H 15.56 in Dm 15.56 in

French Bernard Palissy Figural Majolica Plaque, 16th-17th Century

By Bernard Palissy

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

A very rare antique French, Bernard Palissy or School of Bernard Palissy attributed majolica figural plaque with classical figures moulded in relief. The lightly potted earthenware p...

Category

Antique 16th Century French Majolica Pottery Pottery

Materials

Earthenware, Majolica, Pottery

Devotional plaque, Saint Thomas Aquinas. Bronze. Spanish School, 17th-18th c

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H 0.04 in W 2.76 in D 4.34 in

Devotional plaque, Saint Thomas Aquinas. Bronze. Spanish School, 17th-18th c

Located in Madrid, ES

Devotional plaque, Saint Thomas Aquinas. Bronze. Spanish School, 17th-18th centuries.

Category

Antique 18th Century Spanish Baroque Religious Items

Materials

Bronze

Antique Mutton Fat Jade Carved Crane Reticulated Openwork Amulet Plaque

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H 0.35 in L 2.15 in

Antique Mutton Fat Jade Carved Crane Reticulated Openwork Amulet Plaque

Located in New York, NY

This stunning antique mutton fat jade amulet plaque showcases masterful craftsmanship with an intricate, openwork design featuring a gracefully carved crane amid floral motifs. The h...

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Antique 17th Century Loose Gemstones

Materials

Jade

Antique 17th Century French Fireback with Fleur de Lis

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H 44.5 in W 51.5 in D 1.25 in

Antique 17th Century French Fireback with Fleur de Lis

Located in Houston, TX

This 17th century plaque de cheminée fireback was reclaimed from the Jura region of France.

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Antique 17th Century French Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Metal

Hand Carved 17th Century French Religious Plaque of the Holy Trinity

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H 51 in W 33 in D 3.5 in

Hand Carved 17th Century French Religious Plaque of the Holy Trinity

Located in Houston, TX

Discovered during travels that brought us to Northern France, this truly exceptional piece of religious history was once installed in the chapel of a church located in Aillant-Sur-Th...

Category

Antique 17th Century French Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Antique Chinese Ming white jade Dragon pendant/ Plaque

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H 0.24 in W 1.19 in D 2.33 in

Antique Chinese Ming white jade Dragon pendant/ Plaque

Located in San Gabriel, CA

Chinese antique Ming white jade dragon pendant 明，和田白玉草龙佩 Condition: Shows normal sign of wear and use. Approximate size: H: 59.6mm, W: 30.5mm, thickness: 6.1mm. Please refer the siz...

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Antiquities

Materials

Jade

Japanese Edo Period Lacquered Pine Seated Amida Buddha

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H 15 in W 13 in

Japanese Edo Period Lacquered Pine Seated Amida Buddha

Located in Denver, CO

It in inscribed on the bottom with calligraphy including an inlaid ivory plaque. 17th century

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Japanese Sculptures

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H 11.82 in W 8.27 in D 0.6 in

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17th Century Plaque For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic 17th century plaque available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and bronze, every 17th century plaque was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the 17th century plaque you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A 17th century plaque made by Baroque designers — as well as those associated with Folk Art — is very popular. A well-made 17th century plaque has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Bernard Palissy are consistently popular.