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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

18th Century Massachusetts

Federal Secretary

Antique Needlework Sampler

Chippendale Oxbow

Queen Anne Highboy

Chippendale Mahogany Slant Front Desk

Oxbow Desk

Dining Table Massachusetts

Mahogany Highboy Chest

18th Century Massachusetts Cherry Chippendale Chest on Chest

$12,500

H 86.5 in W 40 in D 20 in

18th Century Massachusetts Cherry Chippendale Chest on Chest

Located in Essex, MA

A Massachusetts Chippendale period 18th century cherry chest-on-chest.

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Antique Mid-18th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Chestnut

18th Century Massachusetts Mahogany Drop Leaf Table with Ball & Claw Feet

$2,900

H 26.25 in W 13 in D 33.75 in

18th Century Massachusetts Mahogany Drop Leaf Table with Ball & Claw Feet

Located in Milford, NH

A fine form mahogany rectangular drop leaf table with chestnut & pine secondary woods, astragal corners on the table top, swing out cabriole legs on each side, terminating with nicel...

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Antique 18th Century American Chippendale Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century American Four Post Bed Salem Massachusetts

$9,500

H 86.5 in W 56 in D 78.8 in

18th Century American Four Post Bed Salem Massachusetts

Located in Hudson, NY

Beautiful American 18th century four poster bed retaining original red finish.

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Antique 1790s American Federal Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood, Paint

18th Century Hand Colored Map of The State of Massachusetts, 1796

$1,200

H 18.88 in W 21.88 in D 1 in

18th Century Hand Colored Map of The State of Massachusetts, 1796

Located in Nantucket, MA

18th Century Hand Colored Map of "The State of Massachusetts from the best information," 1796, by cartographer and illustrator John Reid published in his "American Atlas," a period e...

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Antique 1790s American American Colonial Maps

Materials

Paper

Massachusetts Martha Washington lolling chair, c. 1785

$5,950Sale Price|30% Off

H 44 in W 26 in D 28 in

Massachusetts Martha Washington lolling chair, c. 1785

Located in Kenilworth, IL

This uniquely American high back upholstered Federal chair was almost exclusively made in New England during a brief period at the end of the 18th to the first decade of the 19th cen...

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Antique Late 18th Century American American Classical Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

18th Century New England Queen Anne Highboy

$7,875Sale Price|50% Off

H 84 in W 39 in D 19 in

18th Century New England Queen Anne Highboy

Located in Norwood, NJ

Queen Anne bonnet top highboy, Northeast, Connecticut, Rhode Island or Massachusetts 18th century, cherry wood constructed in two parts.

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Antique Mid-18th Century American Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cherry

Federal Period Massachusetts Mahogany Secretary Desk with Cylinder Tambour

$7,900

H 84.5 in W 43 in D 22 in

Federal Period Massachusetts Mahogany Secretary Desk with Cylinder Tambour

Located in Milford, NH

A fine example of a Federal mahogany two part secretary desk, with a dentil molded cornice surmounting an upper bookcase with two 16 pane glazed glass doors with satinwood line inlay...

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Antique Late 18th Century American Federal Desks

Materials

Brass

18th Century Federal Hepplewhite Lolling Chair

$3,600Sale Price|44% Off

H 43 in W 26 in D 22 in

18th Century Federal Hepplewhite Lolling Chair

Located in Southampton, NY

18th century federal Hepplewhite lolling chair, Massachusetts, Probably Boston or North Shore, Circa 1790 Primary wood: Mahogany Secondary wood: Maple, pine Covered in textured and s...

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Antique Late 18th Century American Hepplewhite Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

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Late 18th Century Massachusetts Hepplewhite Card Table

Unavailable

H 28.5 in W 35.75 in D 15.75 in

Late 18th Century Massachusetts Hepplewhite Card Table

By Thomas Pinkhamton

Located in Woodbury, CT

Hepplewhite semi-elliptical carved mahogany card table with exotic wood inlay around table edge, cuff inlay on legs, and central cartouche with flame inlay. Hinged swing leg to suppo...

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Antique 1790s American Hepplewhite Card Tables and Tea Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Massachusetts Slat-Back Armchair

Unavailable

H 45 in W 23 in D 18 in

Massachusetts Slat-Back Armchair

Located in Woodbury, CT

A rush seated, ochre painted, slat-back armchair, characteristic of Coastal Massachusetts; possibly as far South as the Islands off the Cape. Surface appears quite old or even origin...

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Antique Mid-18th Century American American Colonial Armchairs

Materials

Rush, Ash, Poplar, Paint

Early Queen Anne Walnut Corner Chair, Massachusetts, circa 1750

Unavailable

H 30.5 in W 17.5 in D 24 in

Early Queen Anne Walnut Corner Chair, Massachusetts, circa 1750

Located in Providence, RI

This corner chair has the expected solid splats, (no open-piercing as in later examples) and is composed of the desirable walnut indicative of an earlier construction date. The Queen...

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Antique Mid-18th Century North American Queen Anne Corner Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Upholstery

Pollarded Walnut Oxbow Chippendale Fall-Front Desk, Massachusetts, circa 1780

Unavailable

H 43.5 in W 41.5 in D 24 in

Pollarded Walnut Oxbow Chippendale Fall-Front Desk, Massachusetts, circa 1780

Located in Alexandria, VA

This Georgian slant front desk is made of walnut and pollarded walnut with pine secondary wood and replaced brass Hepplewhite pulls. The desk has a leather writing surface, a fitted ...

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Antique Late 18th Century American Chippendale Desks

Tiger Maple Queen Anne High Chest with Bonnet Top, Massachusetts

Unavailable

H 80 in W 38.5 in D 20 in

Tiger Maple Queen Anne High Chest with Bonnet Top, Massachusetts

Located in Providence, RI

This highboy is of a small-scale with a width of only 35 in. and has a very delicate, fine appearance, with a beautifully formed pediment, which flanks its original urn and finial. W...

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Antique Late 18th Century American Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Maple

Maple William & Mary Bannister Back Armchair, Massachusetts, circa 1740-1750

Unavailable

H 42 in W 21.75 in D 17.5 in

Maple William & Mary Bannister Back Armchair, Massachusetts, circa 1740-1750

Located in Providence, RI

This armchair relates to an example shown in Bishop, the American chair: Three centuries of style (see scan) with reeded vertical slats on the back and the sausage turnings at the ba...

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Antique Mid-18th Century American William and Mary Armchairs

Materials

Maple

Small Inlaid Mahogany Tilt-Top Table, North Shore Massachusetts, circa 1810

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H 27.25 in W 20.75 in D 13 in

Small Inlaid Mahogany Tilt-Top Table, North Shore Massachusetts, circa 1810

Located in Providence, RI

This tilt-top table has a solid top of figured mahogany. Of most interest is the fine inlaid banding around the top. Note the multicolored inlay strip which is bordered by a variegat...

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Antique Early 18th Century American American Classical Dessert Tables an...

Materials

Mahogany

New England Federal Mahogany Candlestand

Unavailable

H 27.75 in W 20.75 in D 20.5 in

New England Federal Mahogany Candlestand

Located in Woodbury, CT

New England Federal mahogany candlestand with serpentine square top having molded edge, hinged and tilting on fluted shaft possessing leaf-carved base raised on cabriole legs termina...

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Antique Early 1800s American Federal Candle Stands

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century Massachusetts Queen Anne Lowboy or Dressing Table

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H 29.5 in W 34 in D 21.25 in

18th Century Massachusetts Queen Anne Lowboy or Dressing Table

Located in Milford, NH

A fine example of an 18th century Massachusetts lowboy. The rectangular molded top with pinched corners above a case with one long and three aligned short drawers, the center with a ...

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Queen Anne Lowboys

Materials

Brass

18th Century Massachusetts Low Table

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H 18.75 in W 53 in D 34.5 in

18th Century Massachusetts Low Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

18th c. low tavern table with drawer. Dovetail construction. Beautiful patina

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Pine

18th Century Massachusetts Queen Anne Highboy

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H 71.25 in W 40 in D 20.5 in

18th Century Massachusetts Queen Anne Highboy

By William Chase

Located in Nashville, TN

Featured in a very handsome and well preserved example of a middle 18th century New England high boy. The back is inscribed with " Will Chase, Somerville Mass" The cabinet is built w...

Category

Antique 1740s American Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Maple, Pine

American Mahogany Hepplewhite Serpentine Satinwood Inlaid Sideboard, Circa 1790

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H 39.75 in W 67 in D 28.5 in

American Mahogany Hepplewhite Serpentine Satinwood Inlaid Sideboard, Circa 1790

Located in Charleston, SC

American mahogany hepplewhite serpentine satinwood string inlaid sideboard with a one board top crossbanded in tulip wood, single upper case centered drawer with period oval brasses ...

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Antique 1790s American Hepplewhite Sideboards

Materials

Brass

18th c Massachusetts Walnut Veneered Highboy with Crossbanded Drawers

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H 63 in W 39 in D 21 in

18th c Massachusetts Walnut Veneered Highboy with Crossbanded Drawers

Located in Milford, NH

Nicely proportioned, in very good overall condition, with some restorations to legs, surface scratches, shrinkage cracks, minor repairs and expected imperfections commensurate with a...

Category

Antique Early 18th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Massachusetts Queen Anne Walnut Highboy

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H 69 in W 39 in D 21.75 in

Massachusetts Queen Anne Walnut Highboy

Located in Essex, MA

In two parts , the top with hidden cushion drawer in cornice over four drawers , the base with a long drawer over three small drawers , shaped skirt and raised on cabriole legs endin...

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Antique Mid-18th Century American Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

An American Massachusetts Chippendale Birdcage Candlestand

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H 28 in Dm 20 in

An American Massachusetts Chippendale Birdcage Candlestand

Located in Hudson, NY

This fine Mass. tilt top candlestand exhibits many fine features associate with the Goddard school. The single board turned dish top is enchanced by excellent carved acanthis leaves...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Dessert Tables and Tilt-top Ta...

Materials

Mahogany

Chippendale Massachusetts Oxbow Desk, circa 1770

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H 45.75 in W 42 in D 21.5 in

Chippendale Massachusetts Oxbow Desk, circa 1770

Located in Milford, NH

This exceptional mahogany slant-front desk has many fine attributes such as a well-balanced interior with fine fan carvings and a secret drawer. The bold claw and ball feet are finel...

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Antique Late 18th Century American Chippendale Desks

Materials

Brass

Massachusetts Queen Anne Mahogany Wing Chair

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H 46.25 in W 35.75 in D 31 in

Massachusetts Queen Anne Mahogany Wing Chair

Located in Essex, MA

With arched upholstered back, outscrolled arms and raised on cabriole legs joined by turned stretchers. Acquired from an old Boston family privately.

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Antique Mid-18th Century American Queen Anne Wingback Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

American Chippendale Mahogany Oxbow Desk, Massachusetts, circa 1770

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H 44.38 in W 45.13 in D 26.5 in

American Chippendale Mahogany Oxbow Desk, Massachusetts, circa 1770

Located in Shippensburg, PA

A very fine work of the Chippendale period, this desk was an expensive and very time consuming piece to produce. The oxbow drawers are a work of art, wrought from very thick solid ma...

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Antique Late 18th Century American Chippendale Desks

Materials

Brass

American Chippendale Mahogany Bookcase over Secretary Desk, Massachusetts

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H 102 in W 47.25 in D 25 in

American Chippendale Mahogany Bookcase over Secretary Desk, Massachusetts

Located in Shippensburg, PA

The crown is self-contained and lifts off of the bookcase, this crafted with open dovetails at the rear corners and affixing to the bookcase with screws. The swan's neck pediment is ...

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Antique 18th Century American Chippendale Bookcases

Materials

Brass

18th Century Birch Armchair

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H 43.75 in W 23 in D 18 in

18th Century Birch Armchair

Located in Chireno, TX

18th century birch armchair from Massachusetts, or possibly, New York, circa 1780-1800.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century American William and Mary Armchairs

Materials

Ash, Birch

Fine American Chippendale Ball and Claw Antique Slant Front Desk, Massachusetts

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H 43.38 in W 44 in D 22.5 in

Fine American Chippendale Ball and Claw Antique Slant Front Desk, Massachusetts

Located in Shippensburg, PA

EXCEPTIONAL AMERICAN CHIPPENDALE MAHOGANY SLANT FRONT DESK OVER CLAW FEET Salem or Boston Massachusetts, c. 1770-90 This very fine American Chippendale desk almost certainly orig...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Desks

Materials

Mahogany, Pine

American Antique Queen Anne Lowboy Dressing Table Massachusetts, circa 1740-1760

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H 29 in W 33.5 in L 29 in

American Antique Queen Anne Lowboy Dressing Table Massachusetts, circa 1740-1760

Located in Shippensburg, PA

The generously projected maple top is affixed with a series of square wooden pegs, the two-board top edged by integral thumb-molding over a conforming case arranged with a single hor...

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Antique 18th Century American Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Maple

American Queen Anne Walnut Graduated Highboy, Massachusetts , Circa 1720

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H 62.25 in W 40 in D 20.5 in

American Queen Anne Walnut Graduated Highboy, Massachusetts , Circa 1720

Located in Charleston, SC

Secondary wood consist of white pine and maple, Massachusetts, Early 18th Century.

Category

Antique 1720s American Queen Anne Secretaires

Materials

Brass, Silver

Queen Anne Drop-Leaf Cherry Table, circa 1770

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H 29 in Dm 47 in

Queen Anne Drop-Leaf Cherry Table, circa 1770

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a charming period 18th century New England (probably Massachusetts) Queen Anne (circa 1770-1780) drop leaf table in cherry.

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Antique 18th Century American Queen Anne Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

American Mahogany Serpentine Inlaid Sideboard, Boston, Mass. Circa 1790

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H 39 in W 65.25 in D 25.25 in

American Mahogany Serpentine Inlaid Sideboard, Boston, Mass. Circa 1790

Located in Charleston, SC

American mahogany serpentine sideboard with a upper case centered lined drawer flanked by lined cutlery drawers, over lower case double cupboard doors, flanked by lower case bottle b...

Category

Antique 1790s American American Colonial Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Antique American 18th Century Mahogany Highboy Chest on Stand Massachusetts 1760

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H 86.5 in W 40.5 in D 22 in

Antique American 18th Century Mahogany Highboy Chest on Stand Massachusetts 1760

Located in Portland, OR

Condition is very good indeed, historical and sympathetic refinish, a very fine 18th century Massachusetts highboy circa 1760. The highboy have been in the same family for several ge...

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Antique 1760s American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Antique American Mahogany Highboy Chest on Stand Salem Massachusetts, 1760

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H 86.5 in W 40.5 in D 22 in

Antique American Mahogany Highboy Chest on Stand Salem Massachusetts, 1760

Located in Portland, OR

Fine antique American 18th century chippendale mahogany highboy / tall chest on stand, Salem, Massachusetts, circa 1760-1790.

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Antique 1760s American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century Boston Massachusetts Walnut Queen Anne Side Chair

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H 40 in W 22 in D 19 in

18th Century Boston Massachusetts Walnut Queen Anne Side Chair

Located in Milford, NH

A fine example of a walnut Queen Anne side chair with yoked crest, vasiform splat, cabriole legs with nicely carved front seat rail and turned stretchers, pad feet, and freshly uphol...

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Antique 18th Century American Queen Anne Side Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Massachusetts Queen Anne Mahogany Wing Chair

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H 46.25 in W 35.75 in D 31 in

Massachusetts Queen Anne Mahogany Wing Chair

Located in Essex, MA

With arched upholstered back, outscrolled arms and raised on cabriole legs joined by turned stretchers. Acquired from an old Boston family privately.

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century American Queen Anne Wingback Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Massachusetts Federal Hepplewhite Secretary with Bookcase in Mahogany

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H 80 in W 34.5 in D 18 in

Massachusetts Federal Hepplewhite Secretary with Bookcase in Mahogany

Located in INTERLAKEN, NY

A very beautiful and exceptional Hepplewhite secretary bookcase from Massachusetts, probably Boston, from the Federal period, in mahogany with fine line inlays. The upper section has...

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Antique Late 18th Century American Federal Secretaires

Materials

Kingwood, Mahogany, Satinwood

American Chippendale Maple Antique Slant-Front Writing Desk, Massachusetts

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H 42.25 in W 40.13 in D 20.63 in

American Chippendale Maple Antique Slant-Front Writing Desk, Massachusetts

Located in Shippensburg, PA

American Chippendale maple slant-front writing desk Massachusetts, circa 1780 Item # 010KIO06M A Fine writing desk that likely originates on the North Shore of Massachusetts ci...

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Antique 18th Century American Chippendale Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique 18th Century Greek Othodox Saint George and the Dragon Travel Icon

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H 4.13 in W 3.13 in D 0.5 in

Antique 18th Century Greek Othodox Saint George and the Dragon Travel Icon

Located in New York, NY

Height: 4.13 inches Width: 3.13 inches Provenance: Private collection, Massachusetts 18th century travel icons of Saint George in original condition are rare and highly desirable.

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Antique 18th Century Greek Religious Items

Materials

Wood

American Regency Mahogany Églomisé and Inlaid Breakfront Bookcase C. 1790 Mass

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H 85 in W 65 in D 17 in

American Regency Mahogany Églomisé and Inlaid Breakfront Bookcase C. 1790 Mass

Located in Charleston, SC

American Regency mahogany breakfront bookcase with a carved serpentine cornice, turned urn flame finials, checkered inlays, upper case with four hinged doors consisting of figural an...

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Antique 1790s American Regency Bookcases

Materials

Gold, Brass

18th Century Massachusetts Chippendale Chest of Drawers

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H 33.75 in W 39.5 in D 20 in

18th Century Massachusetts Chippendale Chest of Drawers

Located in Essex, MA

A Chippendale mahogany reverse serpentine chest of drawers, Massachusetts, late 18th century, the molded top on a case of four cockbeaded graduated drawers on ogee bracket feet on pl...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Antique American Card Table

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H 29.5 in W 36 in D 17.5 in

Antique American Card Table

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A Fine Late 18th Century Massachusetts Mahogany and inlaid foldover card table with 1 swing leg.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Game Tables

Materials

Boxwood

Schoolgirl Sampler, Cambridge, Massachusetts, Late 18th Century

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H 23 in W 20 in D 2 in

Schoolgirl Sampler, Cambridge, Massachusetts, Late 18th Century

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An important group of 18th century Massachusetts samplers has been of interest to curators, scholars and collectors for many decades.

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Antique Late 18th Century American Folk Art Quilts and Blankets

Materials

Silk

Important 18th Century Salem, Massachusetts Sampler

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H 26.25 in W 25 in D 1 in

Important 18th Century Salem, Massachusetts Sampler

Located in Philadelphia, PA

One small group, comprised of only four samplers, was made by girls from Salem and Danvers, Massachusetts during the late 18th and very early 19th centuries.

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Antique Late 18th Century American Folk Art Quilts and Blankets

Materials

Silk

Massachusetts Chippendale 18th Century Mahogany Drop Leaf Dining Table

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H 27.5 in W 48 in D 48.5 in

Massachusetts Chippendale 18th Century Mahogany Drop Leaf Dining Table

Located in Great Barrington, MA

Great example of a coastal Massachusetts mahogany drop leaf table with very graceful legs ending in ball and claw feet. This example was probably made in the Salem area. Superior qua...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Chippendale Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of 18th c. Massachusetts QA Side Chairs

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H 40.5 in D 19 in

Pair of 18th c. Massachusetts QA Side Chairs

Located in Woodbury, CT

A matching pair of Queen Anne painted side chairs. With a vasiform backsplat, finely detailed yoke crest and molded rail, the chairs retain early rush seats with a seat height of 17 ...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Side Chairs

1799 Massachusetts Needlework Sampler

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H 18.5 in W 16.5 in

1799 Massachusetts Needlework Sampler

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Born on November 23, 1790, Rebecca Ide was the daughter of Ichabod and Eunice (Cushman) Ide of Attleborough, a small town in southern Massachusetts, just at the Rhode Island border. ...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Quilts and Blankets

Massachusetts Baluster Splat Salmon Painted Chair

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H 41 in W 19 in D 16 in

Massachusetts Baluster Splat Salmon Painted Chair

Located in Woodbury, CT

A rush seated vasi-form or baluster splatted side chair, in an unusual salmon paint-stain; that appears to be possibly original to the piece. Likely of Massachusetts Coastal origin...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Side Chairs

Materials

Ash

Massachusetts North Shore Candlestand

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H 27 in W 18 in D 14 in

Massachusetts North Shore Candlestand

Located in Woodbury, CT

A very fine Massachusetts North Shore Candlestand with octagonal top, incised central balluster and finely inlaid tall spider legs

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Candle Stands

Materials

Cherry

Important 1753 Massachusetts Needlework Picture

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H 15 in W 12.5 in

Important 1753 Massachusetts Needlework Picture

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Historic Deerfield’s example came with a provenance indicating it was from the Appelby family of Newburyport, Massachusetts and these two pieces have a clear association with mid 18t...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Tapestries

Materials

Silk

Published Early American blanket chest. Hatfield Massachussets

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H 53.75 in W 44.5 in D 21 in

Published Early American blanket chest. Hatfield Massachussets

By Hatfield Massachusetts maker

Located in Vancouver, BC

Early American blanket chest. Circa 1700- 1720. The chest contains three drawers and a double compartment at the top surmounted by a pine wire hinged lid resting on a simple collar m...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Blanket Chests

Materials

Maple, Pine

Salem Massachusetts Federal Secretary Bookcase

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H 84.25 in W 38.5 in D 17 in

Salem Massachusetts Federal Secretary Bookcase

Located in Woodbury, CT

In the Hepplewhite manner, a finely inlaid crotch and flame figured mahogany secretary bookcase of a slightly smaller scale. Made at Salem in the 1790s, its three drawer lower case...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Federal Secretaires

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Massachusetts Sack Back Windsor Arm Chair

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H 37.5 in W 23.5 in D 15 in

Massachusetts Sack Back Windsor Arm Chair

Located in Woodbury, CT

A Massachusetts sack back Windsor armchair with well shaped crest rail, oval seat, paddle arms and visually pleasing proportions.
Colonial joiners were working with woods fro...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Windsor Chairs

Massachusetts Federal Tall Case Clock. C1790

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H 88 in W 18.5 in D 10 in

Massachusetts Federal Tall Case Clock. C1790

By Lunan

Located in Vancouver, BC

Wonderful Tall case clock from Massachusetts, with two train movement. Signed: Lunan. C1790

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Clocks

Large Baroque Corner Shelves, 18th Century

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H 46 in W 21 in D 14 in

Large Baroque Corner Shelves, 18th Century

Located in London, GB

Pair of large Italian baroque style corner shelves with a scrolling foliate body in giltwood and later curved onyx tops, 18th century. From Greymoore Mansion, Essex, Massachusetts.

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Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Shelves

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Federal Inlaid Mahogany 3- Part Dining table, Massachusetts

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H 28.75 in W 113 in D 48.5 in

Federal Inlaid Mahogany 3- Part Dining table, Massachusetts

Located in Providence, RI

This banquet table is of standard size. Its solid mahogany top is composed of beautifully figured single boards. The color of the wood is a beautiful amber with soft lightly French-p...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Dining Room Tables

Mahogany Federal Hepplewhite Lolling Chair, Massachusetts, Circa 1780-1800

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H 45 in W 27 in D 23 in

Mahogany Federal Hepplewhite Lolling Chair, Massachusetts, Circa 1780-1800

Located in Providence, RI

This chair is composed of a dark, dense cuban/island mahogany of the finest grade. It being an open armed armchair gives it a lightness and the rather tall back is a highly desirable...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Federal Armchairs

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Mahogany

Massachusetts Bannister Back Armchair

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H 48 in W 29 in D 19 in

Massachusetts Bannister Back Armchair

Located in Woodbury, CT

An exemplary American maple bannister back armchair with copious ring turnings, scalloped crest and lower back rails, in worn dark umber paint; with a very old, appropriate and serv...

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Antique Mid-18th Century American American Colonial Armchairs

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PAIR Massachusetts Federal Card Tables

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H 28.75 in W 36 in D 17.5 in

PAIR Massachusetts Federal Card Tables

Located in Woodbury, CT

An intricately detailed matched pair of American Hepplewhite manner fold-over swing legged game tables. Each opens flat to a serpentine 35 x 36 inch bowed four sided top. Meticulou...

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Antique Late 18th Century American Federal Card Tables and Tea Tables

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Birdseye Maple, Ebony, Mahogany, Satinwood, Pine

Walnut Upholstered Queen Anne Daybed, Massachusetts, circa 1760-1780

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H 36.5 in W 24 in D 68 in

Walnut Upholstered Queen Anne Daybed, Massachusetts, circa 1760-1780

Located in Providence, RI

Unlike many daybeds that are caned this daybed was originally webbed like the cushion of a couch. We have rewebbed it in its entirety, and covered it in a historically correct fabric...

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Antique Mid-18th Century American Queen Anne Daybeds

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Did they have wedding rings in the 18th century?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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.
Were there cannons in the 16th century?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Yes, there were cannons in the 16th century. The history of the weapon dates back to 12th-century China. Historical records suggest that the first cannons appeared in Europe during the Islamic wars in Iberia in the 13th century. Find a range of antique cannons on 1stDibs.
Was there glass in the 16th century?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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.
What is the most important painting of the 20th century?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
What painting is the most important of the 20th century is largely a matter of personal opinion. Some notable works produced during the period include Paul Cézanne's Mont Sainte-Victoire, Pablo Picasso's Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, Henri Matisse's The Dance and Jackson Pollock's Lavender Mist. Shop a large selection of 20th-century paintings on 1stDibs.
What furniture was used in the 16th century?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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.
What is 17th-century furniture called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
What 17th-century furniture is called varies. The general term for all furniture produced 100 years ago, including 17th-century pieces, is antique furniture. You may also choose to be more specific and describe a piece by its style. Theatrical and lavish, the Baroque style was prevalent across Europe from the 17th to the mid-18th century and spread around the world through colonialism, including in Asia, Africa and the Americas. Baroque furniture was extravagant in all aspects, from shape to materials. 17th-century pieces from England often feature characteristics of the William and Mary style, such as crisp lines, maple and walnut veneers, inlaid bands and C-scroll ornaments. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
Who invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century?
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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.
Who was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century?
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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.
What are the major features of Dutch 17th century portraiture?
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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.
What art style was used by the 19th-century French painters?
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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.