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18th Century Breakfront Dutch Commode
18th Century Breakfront Dutch Commode

18th Century Breakfront Dutch Commode

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Stunning 18th century oak breakfront Dutch commode with a faux marble top. 1780. Code: 8833

Category

Antique 18th Century Dutch Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Baltic NeoClassic Mahogany 18th Century Breakfront
Baltic NeoClassic Mahogany 18th Century Breakfront

Baltic NeoClassic Mahogany 18th Century Breakfront

Located in Queens, NY

"Continental (Probably Baltic-18th Century) Neo-classic mahogany breakfront cabinet with a lower

Category

Antique 18th Century Unknown Gothic Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century Georgian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
18th Century Georgian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase

18th Century Georgian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase

Located in Richmond, VA

Fine 18th century Georgian mahogany breakfront bookcase with dentil moldings, plinth base and 24

Category

Antique 18th Century English Georgian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century English Painted Breakfront Bookcase
18th Century English Painted Breakfront Bookcase

18th Century English Painted Breakfront Bookcase

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Very small 18th century English painted pine breakfront bookcase. 1790. Code: 8847 Dimensions: W

Category

Antique 18th Century English George III Bookcases

Materials

Pine

18th Century English Breakfront Mahogany Library Bookcase
18th Century English Breakfront Mahogany Library Bookcase

18th Century English Breakfront Mahogany Library Bookcase

Located in London, GB

A Fine and Elegant Breakfront Library Bookcase in the Thomas Sheraton Manner In Honduras

Category

Antique 18th Century British George III Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany, Glass

Superb 18th century Georgian Mahogany Breakfront Secretary Bookcase
Superb 18th century Georgian Mahogany Breakfront Secretary Bookcase

Superb 18th century Georgian Mahogany Breakfront Secretary Bookcase

Located in Richmond, VA

Superb 18th century Georgian Mahogany Breakfront Secretary Bookcase. This incredible secretary has

Category

Antique 18th Century English Georgian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century George III Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
18th Century George III Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase

18th Century George III Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

19th Century Mahogany Secretaire Breakfront Bookcase Item Code: S26-1 Circa 1820 A magnificent 19th

Category

Antique 19th Century English Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century George III Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
18th Century George III Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase

18th Century George III Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase

Located in Dublin 8, IE

18th century George III mahogany breakfront bookcase with four astragal glazed doors below fluted

Category

Antique 1780s Irish George III Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Large 18th Century English Breakfront Carved Pine Fire Mantel
Large 18th Century English Breakfront Carved Pine Fire Mantel

Large 18th Century English Breakfront Carved Pine Fire Mantel

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A large and richly decorated 18th century English breakfront carved pine fire mantel, originally

Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Pine, Wood

Sheraton Mahogany Breakfront Card Table, England, Late 18th Century
Sheraton Mahogany Breakfront Card Table, England, Late 18th Century

Sheraton Mahogany Breakfront Card Table, England, Late 18th Century

Located in London, GB

A fine quality late 18th century Sheraton period breakfront mahogany card table, having flame

Category

Antique Late 18th Century English George III Card Tables and Tea Tables

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century Georgian III Mahogany Secretaire Breakfront Bookcase
18th Century Georgian III Mahogany Secretaire Breakfront Bookcase

18th Century Georgian III Mahogany Secretaire Breakfront Bookcase

Located in Dublin 8, IE

18th Century George III mahogany secretaire breakfront bookcase, with four astragal glazed doors

Category

Antique 1790s Irish George III Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Austrian Walnut Breakfront Commode
Austrian Walnut Breakfront Commode

Austrian Walnut Breakfront Commode

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Wonderful Austrian 18th century pale walnut breakfront commode. 1790. Code: 9125 Dimensions: W

Category

Antique 18th Century Austrian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Satinwood Breakfront Bookcase
Satinwood Breakfront Bookcase

Satinwood Breakfront Bookcase

By Thomas Sheraton

Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire

Georgian satinwood breakfront bookcase A unusually small George III Sheraton period breakfront

Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Sheraton Bookcases

Materials

Satinwood

Chippendale Breakfront Bookcase
Chippendale Breakfront Bookcase

Chippendale Breakfront Bookcase

By Thomas Chippendale

Located in Greenwich, CT

Very fine George III mahogany breakfront bookcase in the manner of Thomas Chippendale, the

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Georgian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
Georgian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase

Georgian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase

Located in Lincolnshire, GB

A George III period mahogany breakfront bookcase with glazed top section and a low waist with flame

Category

Antique Late 18th Century English George III Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Rare Louis XVI Carved Beechwood Biblioteque or Breakfront Cabinet
Rare Louis XVI Carved Beechwood Biblioteque or Breakfront Cabinet

Rare Louis XVI Carved Beechwood Biblioteque or Breakfront Cabinet

Located in Sheffield, MA

A rare Louis XVI carved beechwood Biblioteque or breakfront cabinet 18th century The multi

Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Mid-18th Century Georgian Dresser Base
Mid-18th Century Georgian Dresser Base

Mid-18th Century Georgian Dresser Base

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Mid-18th century Georgian dresser base, English, breakfront form. Wonderful mellow oak. Drapery

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English Georgian Dressers

Materials

Oak

French Provincial Louis XV Grand Regence Style Breakfront Sideboard
French Provincial Louis XV Grand Regence Style Breakfront Sideboard

French Provincial Louis XV Grand Regence Style Breakfront Sideboard

Located in Forney, TX

the mid-20th century, excellent quality, exceptionally executed in timeless 18th century Louis XV

Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Sideboards

Materials

Marble

Antique Chippendale period mahogany breakfront bookcase
Antique Chippendale period mahogany breakfront bookcase

Antique Chippendale period mahogany breakfront bookcase

Located in London, GB

A fine quality impressive mid-18th Century Chippendale period flame figured mahogany Breakfront

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Blue-Painted Baroque Breakfront Chest of Drawers
Blue-Painted Baroque Breakfront Chest of Drawers

Blue-Painted Baroque Breakfront Chest of Drawers

Located in Kastrup, DK

the early 18th century. It retains its brass hardware, original locks, and working key. The surface

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Danish Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Small Georgian Mahogany Breakfront Library Bookcase
Small Georgian Mahogany Breakfront Library Bookcase

Small Georgian Mahogany Breakfront Library Bookcase

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

instantly recognisable items of 18th and 19th century English furniture. Just about every home had one of

Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Chippendale Mahogany Secretaire Breakfront Library Bookcase
Chippendale Mahogany Secretaire Breakfront Library Bookcase

Chippendale Mahogany Secretaire Breakfront Library Bookcase

Located in Lymington, GB

A classic Chippendale-period secretaire breakfront library bookcase in well-figured mahogany. Early

Category

Antique 18th Century English Chippendale Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Large Mahogany Chippendale Period Breakfront Bookcase
Large Mahogany Chippendale Period Breakfront Bookcase

Large Mahogany Chippendale Period Breakfront Bookcase

Located in Brighton, Sussex

An important and very impressive 18th century Chippendale period mahogany break fronted bookcase

Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Chippendale Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Italian Parcel Ebonized Walnut Mirror, 18th Century,  Great color and scale.
Italian Parcel Ebonized Walnut Mirror, 18th Century,  Great color and scale.

Italian Parcel Ebonized Walnut Mirror, 18th Century, Great color and scale.

Located in Buchanan, MI

An Italian parcel ebonized walnut mirror 18th century of breakfront outline, the mirror plate of

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors

Materials

Walnut

Monumental Georgian English Mahogany Breakfront Library Bookcase
Monumental Georgian English Mahogany Breakfront Library Bookcase

Monumental Georgian English Mahogany Breakfront Library Bookcase

Located in Staffordshire, GB

circa 1790 Monumental Georgian English Mahogany Breakfront Library Bookcase A rare & exceptional

Category

Antique 18th Century Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

George III Mahogany Breakfront Bureau Bookcase
George III Mahogany Breakfront Bureau Bookcase

George III Mahogany Breakfront Bureau Bookcase

Located in Huntington, NY

This exceptional George III Mahogany Breakfront Bureau Bookcase with Glazed Doors, has wonderful

Category

Antique 18th Century English George III Bookcases

Materials

Brass

15 1/2' Long Yew Wood Breakfront
15 1/2' Long Yew Wood Breakfront

15 1/2' Long Yew Wood Breakfront

Located in Harrodsburg, KY

An extremely long bookcase of double-breakfronted form. Rare for the use of exceedingly figured burr yew wood veneers throughout. The astragals of the 12-pane glazed doors are fashio...

Category

Antique 18th Century English George III Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Yew

Antique George III Quality Figured Mahogany Breakfront Sideboard
Antique George III Quality Figured Mahogany Breakfront Sideboard

Antique George III Quality Figured Mahogany Breakfront Sideboard

Located in Suffolk, GB

Antique George III quality figured mahogany breakfront sideboard having a quality figured mahogany

Category

Antique 18th Century European George III Furniture

Materials

Other

George III Chippendale Period Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
George III Chippendale Period Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase

George III Chippendale Period Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase

By Thomas Chippendale

Located in London, by appointment only

George III Chippendale period mahogany breakfront bookcase. Having a moulded and dentilled cornice

Category

Antique 18th Century British George III Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Late 18th Century Sheraton Mahogany Bowfront Sideboard, England
Late 18th Century Sheraton Mahogany Bowfront Sideboard, England

Late 18th Century Sheraton Mahogany Bowfront Sideboard, England

Located in London, GB

A late 18th century Sheraton period mahogany breakfront bowfront sideboard of attractive small

Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Sheraton Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany

A Rare Late 18th Century Italian Chimneypiece in Marble
A Rare Late 18th Century Italian Chimneypiece in Marble

A Rare Late 18th Century Italian Chimneypiece in Marble

Located in London, GB

of the 18th century. A simple breakfront shelf is resting on a panelled frieze carved at centre with

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Marble

George III Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase in the Manner of Thomas Sheraton
George III Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase in the Manner of Thomas Sheraton

George III Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase in the Manner of Thomas Sheraton

By Thomas Sheraton

Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire

A George III Sheraton period mahogany breakfront bookcase of good low-waisted proportions

Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Sheraton Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

English Mahogany Glass Front & Oval Inlaid Breakfront, circa 1800
English Mahogany Glass Front & Oval Inlaid Breakfront, circa 1800

English Mahogany Glass Front & Oval Inlaid Breakfront, circa 1800

Located in Charleston, SC

original, Late 18th / Early 19th Century. Breakfront is 16" deep on each end section.  

Category

Antique Early 1800s English George III Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

An Extraordinary George III Triple Breakfront Mahogany Glazed Cabinet
An Extraordinary George III Triple Breakfront Mahogany Glazed Cabinet

An Extraordinary George III Triple Breakfront Mahogany Glazed Cabinet

Located in Greenwich, CT

An extraordinary 18th century cabinet with triple breakfront glazed windows above a lower range of

Category

Antique 1790s English George III Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

English Queen Anne Concertina Action Flip Top Game Table, 18th Century
English Queen Anne Concertina Action Flip Top Game Table, 18th Century

English Queen Anne Concertina Action Flip Top Game Table, 18th Century

Located in Buffalo, NY

a lamb’s tongue cap. 18th Century mahogany games table with breakfront foldover top, cabriole legs

Category

Antique 18th Century British Queen Anne Game Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Imposing Period Georgian Fireplace in Calacatta Oro Marble
Imposing Period Georgian Fireplace in Calacatta Oro Marble

Imposing Period Georgian Fireplace in Calacatta Oro Marble

Located in London, GB

, surmounted by moulded breakfront shelf. 18th century, with some later additions. Measures: Shelf width: 2029

Category

Antique 18th Century English Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Marble

Mahogany George III Library Cabinet
Mahogany George III Library Cabinet

Mahogany George III Library Cabinet

Located in Dallas, TX

A monumental late 18th century George III period mahogany breakfront library cabinet with burled

Category

Antique Late 18th Century English George III Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Wood

A Finely Carved George III Pine Chimneypiece
A Finely Carved George III Pine Chimneypiece

A Finely Carved George III Pine Chimneypiece

Located in London, GB

A late 18th century fireplace with a breakfront shelf, supported by a dentil motif. The central

Category

Antique Late 18th Century English George III Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Pine

Mahogany and Satinwood Inlaid 18th Century Breakfront Secretaire Bookcase
Mahogany and Satinwood Inlaid 18th Century Breakfront Secretaire Bookcase

Mahogany and Satinwood Inlaid 18th Century Breakfront Secretaire Bookcase

Located in Bradford on Avon, GB

arrangement that Gillows of Lancaster produced from their workshops. The bottom section to the breakfront

Category

Antique 1790s English Hepplewhite Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century Walnut Breakfront Cabinet
18th Century Walnut Breakfront Cabinet

18th Century Walnut Breakfront Cabinet

Located in Brisbane, Queensland

18th century. The breakfront design features include the broken pediment, dental cornice and mullion

Category

Antique Late 18th Century American Chippendale Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

18th Century Architectural Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
18th Century Architectural Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase

18th Century Architectural Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase

Located in Salisbury Wiltshire, GB

A very fine 18th Century architectural mahogany breakfront bookcase having a broken arched pediment

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier British Georgian Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany, Oak, Pine

Fine Baltic Neoclassic Mahogany Breakfront, Late 18th Century
Fine Baltic Neoclassic Mahogany Breakfront, Late 18th Century

Fine Baltic Neoclassic Mahogany Breakfront, Late 18th Century

Located in Hollywood, FL

The arched broken pediment top above four doors with glazed grillwork over four drawers and four doors, in the George III style.

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier George III Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

18th Century George III Period Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
18th Century George III Period Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase

18th Century George III Period Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Antique breakfront bookcase with four blind doors below four astral glazed doors, this bookcase is

Category

Antique 18th Century British George III Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century George III Period Mahogany Breakfront Secretary Bookcase
18th Century George III Period Mahogany Breakfront Secretary Bookcase

18th Century George III Period Mahogany Breakfront Secretary Bookcase

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

18th century George III period mahogany breakfront bookcase with a secretaire or secretary drawer

Category

Antique Early 1800s British George III Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Large and Fine 18th Century George III Period Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
Large and Fine 18th Century George III Period Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase

Large and Fine 18th Century George III Period Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

period antique breakfront bookcase. Please enquire for more information or for more photographs

Category

Antique Late 18th Century British George III Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Early 19th Century Dutch Inlaid Breakfront/Cabinet
Early 19th Century Dutch Inlaid Breakfront/Cabinet

Early 19th Century Dutch Inlaid Breakfront/Cabinet

Located in Richmond, VA

This beautiful Dutch Inlaid Breakfront with a shaped bonnet and skirt and distinctive moldings is

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Dutch Cabinets

George II Breakfront Bookcase
George II Breakfront Bookcase

George II Breakfront Bookcase

Located in Dublin port, IE

A George II mahogany breakfront library bookcase, the strawberry Gothic cornice, above four

Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Bookcases

Eighteenth Century George II Period Mahogany Antique Breakfront Bookcase
Eighteenth Century George II Period Mahogany Antique Breakfront Bookcase

Eighteenth Century George II Period Mahogany Antique Breakfront Bookcase

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Very fine quality antique breakfront bookcase suitable for a grand house drawing room, this is an

Category

Antique Early 18th Century Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Mahogany Pedestal Breakfront Sideboard
Regency Mahogany Pedestal Breakfront Sideboard

Regency Mahogany Pedestal Breakfront Sideboard

Located in Altrincham, Cheshire

Regency mahogany pedestal breakfront sideboard with shaped back, satinwood stinging, decorative

Category

Antique Early 18th Century Scottish Regency Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany

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18th Century Breakfront For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the 18th century breakfront you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each 18th century breakfront for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, mahogany and glass. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer 18th century breakfront, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each 18th century breakfront bearing Georgian, Louis XVI or Regency hallmarks is very popular. Henredon each produced at least one beautiful 18th century breakfront that is worth considering.

How Much is a 18th Century Breakfront?

Prices for a 18th century breakfront start at $1,650 and top out at $179,599 with the average selling for $24,597.

Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You

Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.

Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About 18th Century Breakfront
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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.
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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.
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    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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    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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    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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    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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    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 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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    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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    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.
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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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    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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