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.

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.

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.

18th C Hepplewhite

Hepplewhite Serpentine

Hepplewhite Style Mahogany Sideboard

Hepplewhite Chair With Square Back

Hepplewhite Bedroom Furniture

George C Brown

American Hepplewhite

Mahogany Sideboard With Brass Rail

George Iii Mahogany Wing Chair

Late 18th C. English Inlaid Mahogany Hepplewhite Style Shaped Front Sideboard

$6,975

Late 18th C. English Inlaid Mahogany Hepplewhite Style Shaped Front Sideboard

By George Hepplewhite

Located in CHARLESTON, SC

A wonderful, rare period Geo. III late 18th/early 19th century inlaid mahogany sideboard with its original tambour ribbed, sliding cupboard. It has a central drawer flanked by two de...

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Antique 1790s English George III Sideboards

Materials

Boxwood, Mahogany

18th C English Inlaid Hepplewhite Card Table

$5,900

18th C English Inlaid Hepplewhite Card Table

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Late 18th/ early 19th Century English Card Table with a beautiful inlaid top. The inland top features a birds eye maple with a mahogany inlaid design. Mahogany border flanks the her...

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Antique Late 18th Century English Hepplewhite Card Tables and Tea Tables

Materials

Birdseye Maple, Fruitwood, Mahogany

c. 1790 English Hepplewhite Design Shield Back Arm Chair

$985

c. 1790 English Hepplewhite Design Shield Back Arm Chair

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Circa 1790 Hepplewhite design shield back arm chair, English. A fine example from a country house (estate). Carved mahogany; molded legs and arms. Wonderful details in the oval carve...

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Antique Late 18th Century English Hepplewhite Chairs

Materials

Wood

Early 19th C. English Hepplewhite Mahogany and Satinwood Sideboard

$6,800

Early 19th C. English Hepplewhite Mahogany and Satinwood Sideboard

Located in Charlottesville, VA

This early 19th C. English Hepplewhite sideboard has a serpentine mahogany top with a wide satinwood crossbanded border edged in checkered stringing, over a conforming case. At the c...

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Antique Late 18th Century English Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Recent Sales

Pair of 18th c. Hepplewhite Maple Portsmouth Side Chairs

Unavailable

H 35.5 in W 19 in D 16 in

Pair of 18th c. Hepplewhite Maple Portsmouth Side Chairs

Located in Andover, MA

A pair of maple side chairs Portsmouth, NH having later needlepoint slip seats. The warm, medium brown tone of the wood is nicely featured with some figure to the maple on the back s...

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Antique 1790s American Hepplewhite Side Chairs

Materials

Maple

Mahogany Hepplewhite Style Bookcase, c. 1800

Unavailable

H 96 in W 43.5 in D 17 in

Mahogany Hepplewhite Style Bookcase, c. 1800

Located in Atlanta, GA

A beautiful mahogany bookcase and cupboard of the late 18th century. Capped by a cornice in swan-neck form, inlaid with sandalwood 'paterae'. The doors' glazing bars have a geometric...

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Mahogany Hepplewhite Style Secretarie Bookcase, c. 1780

Unavailable

H 87.5 in W 42.5 in D 19.25 in

Mahogany Hepplewhite Style Secretarie Bookcase, c. 1780

Located in Atlanta, GA

A finely proportioned Mahogany Secretarie bookcase, mounted on splayed, tapered legs. The drawers are all fronted by fine solid "flamed" mahogany, with an beautiful patina of contras...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Secretaires

Materials

Brass

Breakfront Sideboard of Hepplewhite Period, c. 1790

Unavailable

H 37 in W 80.5 in D 28 in

Breakfront Sideboard of Hepplewhite Period, c. 1790

Located in Atlanta, GA

A spectacular breakfront sideboard, with bow-front side sections, influenced by the Hepplewhite school of design. Embellished with satinwood banding and inlay, and composed by a fine...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany, Sandalwood, Satinwood

Large Hepplewhite Bow-front Inlaid Sideboard, c. 1790

Unavailable

H 37 in W 86.5 in D 28.5 in

Large Hepplewhite Bow-front Inlaid Sideboard, c. 1790

Located in Atlanta, GA

A very large (more than 7' wide) inlaid sideboard of Hepplewhite-inspired design, with a bow-front central section and resting on 6 square-tapered legs ending in 'block' feet.
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Serpetine-Front Sideboard of Hepplewhite Period, c. 1790

Unavailable

H 37 in W 77.5 in D 30 in

Serpetine-Front Sideboard of Hepplewhite Period, c. 1790

Located in Atlanta, GA

One of the finest sideboards in our store, constructed with a proportion and detail that is comparable to very few pieces on the market. Resting on light tapered legs that end in spa...

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany

THE Finest late 18th C. inlaid flame mahogany Hepplewhite Serpentine Sideboard

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H 53 in W 92.13 in D 31 in

THE Finest late 18th C. inlaid flame mahogany Hepplewhite Serpentine Sideboard

By George Hepplewhite

Located in CHARLESTON, SC

This Antique English Geo. III inlaid and highly figured book-matched flame or crotch mahogany Hepplewhite style serpentine Sideboard is quite possibly the best sideboard we have ever...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century English George III Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Hepplewhite Oval Satinwood Table, 18th c

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H 27 in W 32 in D 22 in

Hepplewhite Oval Satinwood Table, 18th c

Located in Westwood, NJ

Hepplewhite Oval Satinwood Two Drawer Adam Paint Decorated Table, ca 1790

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English End Tables

Hepplewhite Mahogany Bedside Table, c. 1800

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H 30 in W 14 in D 12.25 in

Hepplewhite Mahogany Bedside Table, c. 1800

Located in Astoria, NY

Hepplewhite Mahogany Bedside Table, late 18th century, with satinwood inlay and sliding tambour door cupboard above single frieze drawer on four tapered legs. 30" H x 14" W x 12.25" ...

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Antique Late 18th Century British Hepplewhite Night Stands

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Pair of American (Hepplewhite) Game Tables, 18th c.

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H 29.25 in W 35.5 in D 17 in

Pair of American (Hepplewhite) Game Tables, 18th c.

Located in Westwood, NJ

Pair of Federal mahogany serpentine inlaid card tables.

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Card Tables and Tea Tables

Set of 6 Hepplewhite Mahogany Dining Chairs, c.1790

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H 37.5 in W 21.25 in D 20.25 in

Set of 6 Hepplewhite Mahogany Dining Chairs, c.1790

Located in Atlanta, GA

A fine set of 6 Hepplewhite dining chairs in a rich mahogany. Dating from the second half of the 18th century and English in origin. The arched moulded top rail with a pierced waiste...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Dining Room Chairs

Pair of Hepplewhite Style Caned Armchairs-Denmark, c. 1790

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H 36.25 in W 22.63 in D 29.5 in

Pair of Hepplewhite Style Caned Armchairs-Denmark, c. 1790

Located in Kinderhook, NY

Beautiful matched pair of circa 1790 Danish Hepplewhite style stained beechwood frame arm chairs having oval caned backs, graceful arms with paterae termini and acanthus carved bases...

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Danish Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Cane, Upholstery

c. 1780 Irish Sleigh Back Wing Chair

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H 41.5 in W 27 in D 27 in

c. 1780 Irish Sleigh Back Wing Chair

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Circa 1780 Irish sleigh back wing chair. Raised on straight, square legs (the rear outswept). Shaped back descends gracefully to the wings and to the out-swept arms. In as found upho...

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Antique Late 18th Century Irish Hepplewhite Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Important George III Hepplewhite Period Serpentine Chest, C.1775

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H 33 in W 36 in D 21.5 in

Important George III Hepplewhite Period Serpentine Chest, C.1775

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A rare George III hepplewhite period serpentine fronted chest of drawers in Mahogany with a particularly fine color and patina. The Caddy Top cross banded and inlaid with Ebony and S...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century European George III Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

A Fabulous 18 th C Hepplewhite Sideboard.

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H 36.5 in W 64 in D 27 in

A Fabulous 18 th C Hepplewhite Sideboard.

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A superb Sideboard with a bow front ending in serpentine sides. Crossbanding in top, with satinwood fan inlay below center drawer. Ebony and holly line inlay on drawer fronts, and d...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood, Ebony, Holly

18th C. English Hepplewhite Painted and Gilt Oval Back Armchairs

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H 37.5 in W 23.75 in D 17.25 in

18th C. English Hepplewhite Painted and Gilt Oval Back Armchairs

By George Hepplewhite

Located in Woodbury, CT

A pair of fine painted and gilt decorated Hepplewhite period armchairs with period silk lampas coverings. The oval backs are supported by curvilinear arms and molded seat frames on s...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier British Hepplewhite Armchairs

Fine Federal American Hepplewhite Serpentine Sideboard, c. 1790

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H 38.5 in W 68 in D 25 in

Fine Federal American Hepplewhite Serpentine Sideboard, c. 1790

Located in Doylestown, PA

Very Fine American Hepplewhite Serpentine Sideboard, c. 1790. Likely New York. The curved top with stringing over two small and one wide drawer, the interiors of the smaller having c...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century American Hepplewhite Sideboards

Materials

Boxwood, Ebony

18th C George III Hepplewhite Period Sofa in the French Taste

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H 37 in W 77 in D 29 in

18th C George III Hepplewhite Period Sofa in the French Taste

Located in Louisville, KY

Of cabriole form, the rolled arms with gadrooned edge extending to French scrolled feet. Provenance: Stair and Company, NYC in the 1930's; Hillcrest Farm, Goshen, KY. www.TraceMayer.com

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Sofas

Materials

Mahogany, Upholstery

18th Century American Country Hepplewhite Pine Table

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H 28.5 in W 71.5 in D 35.5 in

18th Century American Country Hepplewhite Pine Table

Located in Carmel, CA

Excellent 18th C American country Hepplewhite pine table with three board top.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century American Country Farm Tables

Materials

Pine

Graceful Hepplewhite Arm Chair with Inlay, c. 1780

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H 37 in W 24 in D 23 in

Graceful Hepplewhite Arm Chair with Inlay, c. 1780

Located in Atlanta, GA

A first-rate Hepplewhite arm chair, featuring the finest proportion and execution in it's design. The arms emerge from the backrest, expanding to allow its occupant ample room, then ...

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany, Upholstery

Hepplewhite-period Serpentine Sideboard w/Gallery Rail, c. 1790

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H 36 in W 72 in D 28 in

Hepplewhite-period Serpentine Sideboard w/Gallery Rail, c. 1790

Located in Atlanta, GA

A beautiful and highly-detailed serpentine sideboard, featuring inlay and marquetry of various exotic woods, and with both a brass gallery rail and a central tambour door. The piece ...

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Carts and Bar Carts

A Fine Mahogany and Giltwood Federal/Hepplewhite Mirror, New England, or England, c.1790

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H 58 in W 24 in

A Fine Mahogany and Giltwood Federal/Hepplewhite Mirror, New England, or England, c.1790

Located in Providence, RI

This is a good-sized mirror that retains its original urn with wired wheat motif and original carved rosettes and leafage flanking the sides of the mirror. The base has a beautiful...

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Hepplewhite Wall Mirrors

George III Period Mahogany Hepplewhite Armchair c. 1770

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H 38 in W 24.5 in D 20.5 in

George III Period Mahogany Hepplewhite Armchair c. 1770

Located in Heathfield, GB

A fine quality George III mahogany armchair. The back filled with a radiating design of carved honeysuckle centred with an oval reserve. The arms pierced and shaped in the Chinese ...

Category

Antique 18th Century George III Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

An 18th C. English Carved Mahogany Window Bench

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H 31 in W 49.5 in D 16 in

An 18th C. English Carved Mahogany Window Bench

Located in Woodbury, CT

A mahogany window seat with shield shaped ends, bowed front rail and supported on four square tapered legs ending in spade feet. The delicate treatment of each of the carved and mold...

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier British Hepplewhite Benches

Materials

Mahogany

George III Mahogany and Upholstered Wing Chair late 18th C.

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H 48 in W 31 in D 27 in

George III Mahogany and Upholstered Wing Chair late 18th C.

Located in Hallowell, US

Period wing chair, thought to be Annapolis, MD by the previous own. In a remarkable state of Preservation with original casters and very little restoration. Would look great in leath...

Category

Antique 1790s English Hepplewhite Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

English mahogany double serpentine sideboard, c. 1790-1800

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H 36 in W 66.5 in D 27 in

English mahogany double serpentine sideboard, c. 1790-1800

Located in Norwalk, CT

English mahogany double serpentine sideboard, c. 1790-1800, the case with one flanking cupboard and one deep drawer and the center with one thin drawer over a tambour front cabinet. ...

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier British Hepplewhite Sideboards

Set of Eight Antique George IIII Mahogany Dining Chairs c.1790

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H 32.5 in D 21.5 in

Set of Eight Antique George IIII Mahogany Dining Chairs c.1790

Located in New York, NY

Very Fine Set of Eight George III Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs, the crest rail carved with a row of small flowerheads above three entwined vertical splats with reeded arms and apron...

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Scottish Hepplewhite Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany, Beech

18th Century English Mahogany Hall Chair, c. 1790

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H 36.25 in W 16.5 in D 16 in

18th Century English Mahogany Hall Chair, c. 1790

By George Hepplewhite

Located in Richmond, London

An elegant George III period mahogany hall chair of restrained Neo-classical design, English, circa 1790. The chair has a well-proportioned shield-shaped back with oval inlaid and...

Category

Antique 1790s English Regency Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

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18th C Hepplewhite For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic 18th c hepplewhite available at 1stDibs. Each 18th c hepplewhite for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, mahogany and hardwood. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect 18th c hepplewhite — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right 18th c hepplewhite, those designed in Georgian and Regency styles are of considerable interest. A well-made 18th c hepplewhite has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Gillows of Lancaster & London and Richard Northern, Hull are consistently popular.

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The average selling price for a 18th c hepplewhite at 1stDibs is $6,442, while they’re typically $255 on the low end and $115,000 for the highest priced.

Questions About 18th C Hepplewhite

Did they have wedding rings in the 18th century?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, wedding rings have a long history, stretching back to ancient Egypt. The first diamond engagement ring was created in 1477 by Archduke Maximillian of Austria. Browse a wide array of vintage and contemporary wedding rings on 1stDibs.
How did art change in the 18th century?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
In the 18th century, art changed in style from Baroque to Rococo and Neoclassicism. Art became more ornamented and idealized during the Rococo period and then shifted toward a style that emulated the artwork of ancient Greece and Rome near the end of the century. You’ll find a variety of fine art on 1stDibs.
How do you identify 18th-century furniture?
1 Answer
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.
How can I identify 18th century brass candlesticks?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.
Which individuals are considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons, and why?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
The individuals considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons are William Hogarth, James Gillray and George Cruikshank. Although the 18th century saw a widespread increase in illustrations in newspapers, these three illustrators were particularly well-known for their work. Hogarth's work was extremely diverse, ranging from serious, realistic paintings and portraits to satirical and moralistic illustrations filled with symbolism. A British caricaturist, Gillray is remembered today for his artworks representing political and social satires, like his political cartoons against George III of England. Despite being a prolific caricaturist, Cruikshank is now most famous for illustrating the works of Charles Dickens. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of illustrations.
What kinds of figures elevated the use of porcelain in 18th century Europe?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
At the end of the 17th century, Europe went into a frenzy over porcelain. Asian porcelain was highly sought after, and spurred the foundation of the Meissen factory in France, where hard porcelain went on to be made. You’ll find a large collection of porcelain pieces from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.