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.

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.

Who was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century?

British artist John Singer Sargent was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century. Other notable portraitists from the period include James Abbott McNeill Whistler, Eugène Delacroix, Théodore Géricault, Gustave Courbet, Édouard Manet, Mary Cassat, Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of portrait paintings.

What art style was used by the 19th-century French painters?

The French painters of the 19th century worked in two styles. Neoclassicism dominated the first half of the century, and Impressionism was the most common style during the second half. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of French paintings.

18th Century Polychrome

Polychrome Italian

Delft Polychrome

Spain Polychrome Sculpture

French Faience Nevers

Tin Glazed

Venetian Polychrome

18th Century French Plate

Spanish Polychrome

18th Century Hand Carved Spanish Polychrome Painted Framed Mirror

$1,700

H 19.5 in W 15 in D 1.25 in

18th Century Hand Carved Spanish Polychrome Painted Framed Mirror

Located in Vero Beach, FL

18th century hand carved Spanish polychrome painted framed mirror This Baroque wood frame is hand carved and polychrome painted.

Category

Antique 18th Century Spanish Baroque Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wood

A Portuguese Polychrome & Giltwood Presentoir, 18th Century

$2,400

H 30 in W 18 in D 10 in

A Portuguese Polychrome & Giltwood Presentoir, 18th Century

Located in Sheffield, MA

A Portuguese Baroque Polychrome & Giltwood Presentoir 18th Century With elaborate scroll and flower carved canopy and framework Height 30 in.

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Portuguese Baroque Religious Items

Corpus Wood Polychrome Antique Christi 18th Century Sculpture Image 33cm

$719Sale Price|20% Off

H 13 in W 7.88 in D 1.78 in

Corpus Wood Polychrome Antique Christi 18th Century Sculpture Image 33cm

Located in Poperinge, BE

Beautiful antique wooden Corpus Christi (body of Christ) statue, sculpture, from around the beginning of the 18th century probably Flemish Beautiful wood carving and polychrome (pai...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Belgian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Gesso, Fruitwood

Austrian 18th Century Giltwood and Polychrome Clock

$14,100

H 26 in W 13 in D 8 in

Austrian 18th Century Giltwood and Polychrome Clock

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A very unique Austrian 18th century giltwood and polychrome clock, with the original Grand Sonnerie movement.

Category

Antique 18th Century Austrian Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Giltwood

18th Century French Nevers Polychrome Tin-Glazed Faïence Bird Plate

$795

H 1.12 in Dm 9.06 in

18th Century French Nevers Polychrome Tin-Glazed Faïence Bird Plate

Located in Pearland, TX

A wonderful 18th century Nevers polychrome plate feauturing a colorful bird perched on the branch of a tree, a flower at the base.

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century French Decorative Art

Materials

Faience, Ceramic

18th Century Italian Polychrome Console Table

$21,305

H 34.26 in W 61.03 in D 27.17 in

18th Century Italian Polychrome Console Table

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Very elegant Italian console table, entirely hand-painted with a marble trompe-l'œil. The top is of trapezoidal shape, with the corners jutting out. The square, tapering baluster leg...

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Louis XIV Console Tables

Materials

Pine, Paint

Italian 18th Century Baroque Period Polychrome Mirror

$19,800

H 71.25 in W 48.25 in D 4 in

Italian 18th Century Baroque Period Polychrome Mirror

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A beautiful and most unique Italian 18th century Baroque period polychrome mirror. The original mirror plates are framed within most decorative and richly carved polychrome borders w...

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Ornamental Top, Polychromed and Giltwood, 18th Century

$2,840

H 14.57 in W 34.26 in D 7.88 in

Ornamental Top, Polychromed and Giltwood, 18th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Top in carved, polychrome and gilded wood, 18th century. Painted finish imitating marble decorated with scrolls and vegetal motifs carved and gilded on its front surface.

Category

Antique 18th Century Spanish Rococo Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Other

Large 18th Century French Polychrome Oak Mirror

$6,154

H 67.72 in W 44.1 in D 1.58 in

Large 18th Century French Polychrome Oak Mirror

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Beautiful 18th century oak frame with original polychrome paint (soft green, ochre and reddish tones) and a lovely, patina-ed surface, with antique mercury glass mirror.

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Wall Mirrors

Materials

Oak

Pair of 18th Century Italian Polychrome Sconces

$3,975 / set

H 24 in W 21.5 in D 3 in

Pair of 18th Century Italian Polychrome Sconces

Located in Houston, TX

Pair of 18th century Italian polychrome sconces. Tall pair of antique Italian Neoclassical style carved wood polychrome sconces from Tuscany.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wood

18th Century Italian Venetian Carved and Polychrome Headboard

$1,250

H 28 in W 38 in D 2 in

18th Century Italian Venetian Carved and Polychrome Headboard

Located in Vero Beach, FL

18th Century Italian Venetian Carved and Polychrome Headboard 18th century hand carved baroque frame with ochre polychrome, flower spreads and partly gilded decoration.

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Textile, Wood

18th Century North Spanish Polychrome Wooden Virgin Sculpture

$1,159

H 10.63 in W 5.12 in D 3.55 in

18th Century North Spanish Polychrome Wooden Virgin Sculpture

Located in Marbella, ES

18th Century north Spanish polychrome wooden sculpture of the Virgin Mary holding baby Jesus.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Spanish Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

18th Century, Dutch Polychrome Hand-Painted Delft Charger - 9in

$627

H 1.19 in Dm 9.06 in

18th Century, Dutch Polychrome Hand-Painted Delft Charger - 9in

By Delft

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

A fine 18th c Dutch Polychrome painted delft charger, decorated with vibrantly colored stylized tulips and flowers painted in manganese, green, yellow and blue. The sloped rim is pai...

Category

Antique 18th Century Dutch Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

18th Century Wooden Polychrome Ceiling Medallion from Spain

$4,800

H 8.5 in Dm 39 in

18th Century Wooden Polychrome Ceiling Medallion from Spain

Located in Dallas, TX

More information coming soon… A beautifully carved Spanish ceiling medallion, dating to the 1700s. The thick foliate center is surrounded by a spoked array of margents on scrolled ...

Category

Antique 18th Century Spanish Architectural Elements

Materials

Wood, Paint

Pair of 18th Century Carved Angels in Polychrome, Probably French

$5,000 / set

H 10 in W 8.75 in D 4.75 in

Pair of 18th Century Carved Angels in Polychrome, Probably French

Located in Milford, NH

A wonderful pair of carved wooden angels with nice detail in what appears to be their original painted surface, dating to the 18th century, probably French, in very good condition, w...

Category

Antique 18th Century French Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

18th Century Carved Venetian Polychromed Gondola Figurerhead

$1,760Sale Price|20% Off

H 15 in W 8 in D 6.5 in

18th Century Carved Venetian Polychromed Gondola Figurerhead

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

18th century carved Venetian polychromed gondola figurerhead, realistically carved and painted, raised on a 6.5" diameter base.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Baroque Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

18th Century Portuguese Faux Marble Polychrome Painted Mirror

$16,010

H 83 in W 49 in D 3 in

18th Century Portuguese Faux Marble Polychrome Painted Mirror

Located in Round Top, TX

Incredible Portuguese faux marble painted mirror from a church altar with replaced glass. Normally in the Catholic churches holding either religious paintings or fronts for altars wi...

Category

Antique 18th Century Portuguese Floor Mirrors and Full-Length Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wood

18th-19th Century Polychrome Delft Platter

$1,800

H 2.25 in Dm 13.875 in

18th-19th Century Polychrome Delft Platter

Located in Richmond, VA

18th-19th century polychrome delft platter.

Category

Antique 19th Century Dutch Delft and Faience

Materials

Earthenware

18th Century French Nevers Birdbath Polychrome Faïence Plate

$795

H 1.25 in Dm 9 in

18th Century French Nevers Birdbath Polychrome Faïence Plate

By Nevers

Located in Pearland, TX

A lovely 18th century Nevers earthenware plate featuring a brilliant yellow drinking out of a bird bath, the rim decorated with flowers.

Category

Antique 18th Century French Decorative Art

Materials

Paint, Faience

A Spanish Gilt and Polychrome Frame, 18th Century

$2,345

H 30.52 in W 25.01 in D 1.97 in

A Spanish Gilt and Polychrome Frame, 18th Century

Located in ARMADALE, VIC

A Spanish Gilt and Polychrome Frame, 18th Century The finely carved green painted rectangular frame applied with gilt acanthus scroll moulding.

Category

Antique 18th Century Spanish Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wood

Near Pair of 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Gilt & Polychromed Marble Tables

$5,560Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 30 in W 26.5 in D 19 in

Near Pair of 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Gilt & Polychromed Marble Tables

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A Near Pair of 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Gilt and Polychromed Marble Tables, Imported from Italy to the United States, Circa 1900 An exceptional pair of 18th-century Italian...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Tables

Materials

Marble

Pair 18th Century Delft Polychrome Chargers

$2,400 / set

H 3 in Dm 14 in

Pair 18th Century Delft Polychrome Chargers

Located in Charlottesville, VA

A pair of Delft chargers with polychrome decoration, each centered with a mounted figure within a double blue line border. The rims are decorated with alternating stylized leaves and...

Category

Antique 18th Century Dutch Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Delft -polychrome delftware plate - 18th century

$355

H 1.19 in Dm 9.06 in

Delft -polychrome delftware plate - 18th century

By Delft

Located in DELFT, NL

An polychrome 18th-century Dutch Delft tin-glazed earthenware plate, decorated in underglaze with a geometric compositiion of stylised floral motifs.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Delft and Faience

Materials

Earthenware, Delft, Faience

Louis XVI Armchair in Polychrome Wood, 18th Century

$1,953

H 36.62 in W 24.41 in D 21.66 in

Louis XVI Armchair in Polychrome Wood, 18th Century

Located in Brussels, Brussels

Superb Louis XVI armchair in polychrome wood from the end of the 18th century Very beautiful armchair covered with brown leather which has a superb patina In perfect condition and ...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs

Materials

Giltwood

18th Century Giltwood & Polychrome Baroque Style Table Lamps

$1,364

H 25.6 in Dm 6.3 in

18th Century Giltwood & Polychrome Baroque Style Table Lamps

Located in Lincoln, GB

A Distinguished Pair of 18th Century Giltwood & Polychrome Altarpiece Lamps A truly grand pair of Continental giltwood and polychrome table lamps, originally conceived as ecclesi...

Category

Antique 18th Century French Baroque Table Lamps

Materials

Giltwood

18th Century Spanish Polychrome Wood Carving of St. Michael.

$5,500

H 16.5 in W 8.5 in D 5 in

18th Century Spanish Polychrome Wood Carving of St. Michael.

Located in Vero Beach, FL

18th Century Spanish Polychrome Wood Carving of St.

Category

Antique 18th Century Spanish Baroque Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Paint

Dutch Delft Polychrome Ribbed 18th Century Table Lamp

$6,650

H 9.85 in Dm 7.49 in

Dutch Delft Polychrome Ribbed 18th Century Table Lamp

Located in London, GB

A fine Dutch Delft polychrome ribbed octagonal section baluster vase. Painted in the Kashmiri palette in tones of blue, iron red and green, profusely decorated with baskets of flower...

Category

Antique Early 18th Century Dutch Table Lamps

Materials

Delft

An Italian Polychrome Figure of a Saint, 18th Century

$8,500

H 17.33 in W 9.06 in D 7.88 in

An Italian Polychrome Figure of a Saint, 18th Century

Located in ARMADALE, VIC

An Italian Polychrome Figure of a Saint, 18th Century Provenance: Private Western Australian Collection.

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Near Pair of 18th Century English Polychrome Delft Chargers

$5,600

H 1.875 in Dm 13 in

Near Pair of 18th Century English Polychrome Delft Chargers

Located in Richmond, VA

Near pair of 18th century English polychrome delft chargers- Measure: 13” diameter.

Category

Antique 18th Century English Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

18th Century French Faience Pitcher (Ewer) with Polychrome Decoration

$1,650

H 11.75 in W 9.5 in D 9.5 in

18th Century French Faience Pitcher (Ewer) with Polychrome Decoration

Located in Houston, TX

A charming and highly decorative 18th century French faience ewer, beautifully hand-painted with a lively polychrome palette of cobalt blue, soft greens, and warm ochre tones.

Category

Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Pitchers

Materials

Earthenware

18th Century Giltwood Polychrome Architectural Fragment, Baroque

$678

H 15.7 in W 5.9 in D 6.3 in

18th Century Giltwood Polychrome Architectural Fragment, Baroque

Located in Lincoln, GB

18th Century Giltwood and Polychrome Architectural Fragment A richly carved and gilt fragment, retaining traces of its original polychrome decoration, most likely once part of a gran...

Category

Antique 18th Century Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Giltwood

Polychrome Terracotta Canine Head Architectural Corbel, Austria, 18th Century

$5,681

H 16.15 in W 15.75 in D 6.3 in

Polychrome Terracotta Canine Head Architectural Corbel, Austria, 18th Century

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a striking polychrome terracotta architectural fragment in the form of a projecting canine head, likely representing a stylized dog or fox, dating to th...

Category

Antique 18th Century Austrian Baroque Animal Sculptures

Materials

Marble

18th Century Italian Carved Wood and Polychromed Figure Depicting Baby Jesus

$6,965Sale Price|30% Off

H 15 in W 7 in D 4 in

18th Century Italian Carved Wood and Polychromed Figure Depicting Baby Jesus

Located in North Miami, FL

Presenting an extraordinary 18th-century Italian carved wood and polychromed figure, capturing the tender image of baby Jesus in a standing posture, gracefully perched upon an intric...

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Gold Leaf

Pair of 18th Century Continental Figural Carved Polychrome & Gilt Candle Holders

$4,500 / set

H 25 in W 9.5 in D 8.5 in

Pair of 18th Century Continental Figural Carved Polychrome & Gilt Candle Holders

Located in Milford, NH

A finely carved polychrome pair of wooden figural candle holders with gilt highlights, Continental in origin, dating to the 18th century.

Category

Antique 18th Century European Candle Lamps

Materials

Wood

A Fine Venetian Rococo Polychrome Open Armchair, 18th Century

$4,800

H 41.5 in W 29 in D 21 in

A Fine Venetian Rococo Polychrome Open Armchair, 18th Century

Located in Sheffield, MA

A Fine Venetian Rococo Polychrome Open Armchair 18th Century With upholstered back and seat on cabriole legs ending in scrolled toes Height 41 ½ in.

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Rococo Armchairs

18th Century Pair Spanish Crved Giltwood Polychrome Mirrors

$3,692Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 35.44 in W 19.69 in D 2.76 in

18th Century Pair Spanish Crved Giltwood Polychrome Mirrors

Located in Madrid, ES

A pair of Spanish Baroque mirrors, from the 18th century, in gilded and polychrome wood, in the lower part hand carved wood with plant motifs, in gold, green and red.

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Spanish Baroque Wall Mirrors

Materials

Glass, Giltwood

Antique Italian Polychrome and Giltwood Alter Candlestick, 18th Century

$2,800 / item

H 30 in W 7.25 in D 7.25 in

Antique Italian Polychrome and Giltwood Alter Candlestick, 18th Century

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

Unusual Antique 18th century Italian polychrome & giltwood Alter candlestick Additional information: Materials: giltwood, Polychrome Color: Orange Period: 18th century Place ...

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Renaissance Candlesticks

Materials

Giltwood

Pair of Italian 18th Century Baroque Cassapanca Polychrome Benches

$54,500 / set

H 73.5 in W 77 in D 12.5 in

Pair of Italian 18th Century Baroque Cassapanca Polychrome Benches

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A sensational and large scale pair of Italian 18th century Baroque Cassapanca polychrome benches.

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Benches

Materials

Wood

18th Century Austrian Double-Faced Metal Shop Signs, Polychrome Pair

$13,163 / set

H 33.47 in W 13.78 in D 6.3 in

18th Century Austrian Double-Faced Metal Shop Signs, Polychrome Pair

Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire

Pair of 18th Century metal shop signs from a music shop with double faces.

Category

Antique 18th Century Austrian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Delft polychrome charger - mid 18th century

$769

Dm 11.82 in

Delft polychrome charger - mid 18th century

By Delft

Located in DELFT, NL

Dutch Delft polychrome plate with lively polychrome decoration of central vase with an abundance of flowers on top op green foliate scrolls. Very ornate border with stylized Artemis...

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Delft and Faience

Materials

Earthenware, Delft, Faience

Large 18th cenTURY Carved and Polychromed Wood Religious Statue..

$3,400

H 49 in W 23 in D 18 in

Large 18th cenTURY Carved and Polychromed Wood Religious Statue..

Located in Buffalo, NY

18th cenTURY Carved and Polychromed Wood Religious Statue.Appears to be a saint ?

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Beaux Arts Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Madonna Carved Wood Sculpture Gold Leaf and Polychrome, Spain, Mid-18th Century

$7,391

H 18.5 in W 8.5 in D 5.25 in

Madonna Carved Wood Sculpture Gold Leaf and Polychrome, Spain, Mid-18th Century

Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE

A wood sculpture wonderfully carved depiction of the Virgin Mary with Jesus Child gilded with gold leaf and polychrome painted, Spain, mid-18th century. This finely hand carved wood...

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Spanish Religious Items

Materials

Gold Leaf

Delft - small polychrome plate - late 18th century

$325

Dm 7.09 in

Delft - small polychrome plate - late 18th century

By Delft

Located in DELFT, NL

Early 19th century Delftware plate with polychrome decoration of cartouche depicting a oriental landscape, adorned and surrounded by flowers with foliate scrolls in yellow, blue, gre...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Delft and Faience

Materials

Earthenware, Delft, Faience

18th Century Dutch Delft Polychrome Floral Plate

$595

H 1 in Dm 8.6 in

18th Century Dutch Delft Polychrome Floral Plate

By Delft

Located in Pearland, TX

A superb antique 18th-Century Dutch Delft faience polychrome flower pot plate.

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft, Faience

Pair of 18th Century Delft Polychrome Plates

$895 / set

H 1 in Dm 9 in

Pair of 18th Century Delft Polychrome Plates

Located in Charlottesville, VA

A well-matched pair of Delft polychrome plates, each painted with a central floral urn in blue, green, orange, and manganese on a white ground, within a yellow-banded border and rope...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

18th Century Carved Wood Panel – Polychrome Head Of Cherub – Putto

$1,165

H 8.67 in Dm 13.78 in

18th Century Carved Wood Panel – Polychrome Head Of Cherub – Putto

Located in Lincoln, GB

Antique Polychrome Carved Head Of Cherub / Putti / Putto Exquisite 18th-century carved wood panel features a stunning polychrome head of a cherub, also known as a putto.

Category

Antique 18th Century French Baroque Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

ANTiQUE BAROQUE GILTWOOD CARVED, POLYCHROME PAINTED 18TH CENTURY PUTTI SUPRAPORT

$2,673

H 4.34 in W 32.88 in D 1.38 in

ANTiQUE BAROQUE GILTWOOD CARVED, POLYCHROME PAINTED 18TH CENTURY PUTTI SUPRAPORT

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning original Baroque 18th century hand carved and painted Polychrome Supraport wall pla...

Category

Antique 18th Century French Baroque Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Oak, Giltwood

Three 18th Century Baroque Style Polychrome Cherubs

$2,159

H 6.7 in W 12.21 in D 3.55 in

Three 18th Century Baroque Style Polychrome Cherubs

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A set of three mid 18th century baroque style polychrome cherubs, each with hooks to the reverse.

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English Baroque Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Paint

18th Century Italian Carved Wood Polychrome Virgin Mary Sculpture

$3,250

H 24.41 in W 7.88 in D 1.97 in

18th Century Italian Carved Wood Polychrome Virgin Mary Sculpture

Located in Doha, QA

This is an outstanding Italian 18th century carved wood polychromed sculpture of Virgin Mary.

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Pine

Niche. Carved and polychrome wood. Possibly Spanish school, 18th century.

$651

H 29.14 in W 21.86 in D 14.97 in

Niche. Carved and polychrome wood. Possibly Spanish school, 18th century.

Located in Madrid, ES

Niche. Carved and polychrome wood. Possibly Spanish school, 18th century.

Category

Antique 18th Century European Rococo Religious Items

Materials

Metal, Other

Pair of 18th Century Italian Carved and Polychrome Angel Candlesticks.

$6,400 / set

H 28 in W 16 in D 6 in

Pair of 18th Century Italian Carved and Polychrome Angel Candlesticks.

Located in Vero Beach, FL

Pair of 18th Century Italian Carved and Polychrome Angel Candlesticks.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Baroque Candlesticks

Materials

Wood

Delft - Pair of polychrome floral Delftware plates - 18th century

$1,124 / set

Dm 9.06 in

Delft - Pair of polychrome floral Delftware plates - 18th century

By Delft

Located in DELFT, NL

A set of 18th century Dutch Polychrome Delftware plates with a fluted body and a scalloped rim.

Category

Antique 18th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Delft and Faience

Materials

Earthenware, Delft, Faience

18th Century French Nevers Birdbath Polychrome Tin-Glazed Faïence Plate

$795

H 1.25 in Dm 9 in

18th Century French Nevers Birdbath Polychrome Tin-Glazed Faïence Plate

By Nevers

Located in Pearland, TX

A wonderful 18th century Nevers polychrome plate featuring a songbird perched atop a crawling vine, looking down upon a birdbath; the rim decorated with flowers.

Category

Antique 18th Century French Decorative Art

Materials

Faience, Paint

18th Century Italian Carved Polychrome Baby Jesus Figure with Glass Eyes

$990

H 19 in W 11 in D 7 in

18th Century Italian Carved Polychrome Baby Jesus Figure with Glass Eyes

Located in Dallas, TX

Full of movement, personality, and old world character, the sculpture captures the artistry and devotional craftsmanship of late 18th century Italy. Excellent condition commensurate ...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Religious Items

Materials

Wood

Pair of 18th Century Italian Carved Fruitwood Polychrome Horses

$3,800Sale Price|30% Off

H 16 in W 4 in D 18 in

Pair of 18th Century Italian Carved Fruitwood Polychrome Horses

Located in Lyndhurst, NJ

Each on hind legs one black and one white and a mirror form of the other.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Fruitwood

Louis XV Console in Polychrome Wood, 18th Century, Italy

$3,787

H 31.11 in W 42.92 in D 20.08 in

Louis XV Console in Polychrome Wood, 18th Century, Italy

Located in Brussels, Brussels

Lovely console with original polychromy in burgundy and silver from the 18th century from Italy Louis XV style Very beautiful molded and carved console with a very beautiful sculp...

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Louis XV Console Tables

Materials

Fruitwood

Italian Mid 18th Century Neoclassicism Cherry, Mecca and Polychrome Table

$10,900

H 31.25 in W 27.75 in D 27.75 in

Italian Mid 18th Century Neoclassicism Cherry, Mecca and Polychrome Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An attractive Italian mid 18th century neoclassicism cherry, Mecca and polychrome table from the Tuscany region.

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Cherry

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18th Century Polychrome For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the 18th century polychrome you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A 18th century polychrome — often made from wood, ceramic and giltwood — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer 18th century polychrome, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each 18th century polychrome bearing Baroque, Rococo or Neoclassical hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one 18th century polychrome that is appealing in its simplicity, but Delft, Bow Porcelain and De Blompot Factory produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a 18th Century Polychrome?

A 18th century polychrome can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,800, while the lowest priced sells for $450 and the highest can go for as much as $226,896.