18th Century Fragment
Antique 18th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces
Mercury Glass, Giltwood
20th Century French Natural Specimens
Shell, Wood
20th Century Italian Organic Modern Mounted Objects
Coral
Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Decorative Art
Wood, Giltwood
21st Century and Contemporary Renaissance Natural Specimens
Wood, Giltwood
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Wall-mounted Sculptures
Gold Leaf
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Wall-mounted Sculptures
Gold Leaf
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Wall-mounted Sculptures
Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold Leaf
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Wall-mounted Sculptures
Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold Leaf
Antique Mid-18th Century Spanish Architectural Elements
Wood
Antique 18th Century Italian Animal Sculptures
Giltwood
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Contemporary Art
Crystal
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Wall-mounted Sculptures
Rock Crystal, Gold Leaf
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Mounted Objects
Rock Crystal, Agate, Quartz
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Wall-mounted Sculptures
Rock Crystal, Quartz, Gold Leaf
Antique 17th Century Italian Rococo Wall-mounted Sculptures
Crystal, Multi-gemstone
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Wall-mounted Sculptures
Rock Crystal, Gold Leaf
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Mounted Objects
Quartz, Rock Crystal
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Wall-mounted Sculptures
Rock Crystal, Gold Leaf
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Mounted Objects
Rock Crystal, Agate, Quartz
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Mounted Objects
Rock Crystal, Metal, Silver Leaf
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Mounted Objects
Agate, Coral, Rock Crystal
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Wall-mounted Sculptures
Rock Crystal, Gold Leaf
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Wall-mounted Sculptures
Gold Leaf
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Mounted Objects
Agate, Coral
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Mounted Objects
Agate, Coral
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Mounted Objects
Agate, Coral
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Animal Sculptures
Gold Leaf
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Natural Specimens
Rock Crystal, Gold Leaf, Metal
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Mounted Objects
Agate, Coral, Gold Leaf
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Mounted Objects
Shell, Wood, Mother-of-Pearl, Giltwood
Antique 18th Century Other Religious Items
Other
Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Tapestries
Wool
Antique 18th Century European Baroque Statues
Sandstone
Antique 18th Century Italian Religious Items
Gold Leaf
Antique Mid-18th Century Brazilian Baroque Figurative Sculptures
Cedar
Antique 18th Century Caucasian Caucasian Rugs
Wool
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Wall-mounted Sculptures
Wood
Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Figurative Sculptures
Wood
Antique 18th Century French Pedestals and Columns
Iron
Antique 18th Century French Other Tapestries
Fabric, Textile, Tapestry
Antique 1790s Chinese Architectural Elements
Wood, Paint
Antique 18th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings
Wood
Antique 18th Century English Architectural Elements
Stone
Antique 18th Century Italian Wall-mounted Sculptures
Wood, Paint
Antique 18th Century Italian Decorative Art
Wood
Antique 18th Century Italian Table Lamps
Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Mounted Objects
Giltwood
Antique Late 18th Century Caucasian Caucasian Rugs
Wool
Antique 18th Century Uzbek Central Asian Rugs
Wool
Antique 18th Century French Rococo Table Lamps
Giltwood
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Wall-mounted Sculptures
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Architectural Elements
Wood
Antique 18th Century Wall-mounted Sculptures
Giltwood
Antique 18th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings
Wood
Antique 18th Century Italian Animal Sculptures
Other
Antique 18th Century French Louis XIV Mounted Objects
Wood
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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, 2022In 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, 2024To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One 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 ExpertJanuary 10, 2025The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022At 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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 ExpertSeptember 23, 2024What 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sir 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022British 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 ExpertApril 5, 202217th-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, 2022The 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.








