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.

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 can I identify 18th century brass candlesticks?

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Which individuals are considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons, and why?

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What kinds of figures elevated the use of porcelain in 18th century Europe?

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18th Century Russian Silver

Antique Cross Silver Gold

Silver Kettle On Stand

18th Century Russian Icon

875 Silver

18th Century Russian Exceptional Silver-Gilt & Niello Tankard, Moscow, c.1766

$11,466

18th Century Russian Exceptional Silver-Gilt & Niello Tankard, Moscow, c.1766

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique 18th century Imperial Russian solid silver-gilt impressive lidded tankard, parcel gilt, of traditional tapering form on a spreading foot, the sides chased with gilt putto mas...

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Antique 18th Century Russian More Dining and Entertaining

Materials

Silver

18th Century Silver Russian Icon

$1,800

18th Century Silver Russian Icon

Located in Pomona, CA

18th-century silver Russian icon.

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Antique 18th Century Russian Religious Items

Materials

Silver

A Russian Silver & Copper Chalice Cup And Cover 18th Century

$8,474

A Russian Silver & Copper Chalice Cup And Cover 18th Century

Located in Firenze, IT

The shaped lobed bowl on conforming foot, all over repoussé and chased with neoclassical motifs, with a baluster shaped stem and a detachable cover, marked on rim. Terminating in flo...

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Antique Mid-18th Century Russian More Objets d'Art and Vertu

Materials

Silver, Copper

Antique Russian Solid Silver Chinoiserie Tea Caddy

$9,920

Antique Russian Solid Silver Chinoiserie Tea Caddy

By Victor Savinsky

Located in Northampton, GB

The Russian Silver Chinoiserie Tea Caddy is hallmarked silver by Alexander Sergeyev Yegrov of Moscow with the assay mark for Victor Savinsky dating to the late 19th century Circa 188...

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Antique Late 18th Century Russian Tea Caddies

Materials

Silver

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18th Century Russian Silver Beakers

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H 3.39 in W 2.92 in D 2.92 in

18th Century Russian Silver Beakers

Located in Godalming, GB

Set of four Russian silver beakers, chased with flower heads and other foliage, Moscow, 1744.

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Antique 1740s Russian Rococo Tableware

Materials

Silver

Russian Parcel-Gilt Silver Elizabeth I Covered Cup by Serebrianikov circa 1750

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H 2.5 in Dm 1.75 in

Russian Parcel-Gilt Silver Elizabeth I Covered Cup by Serebrianikov circa 1750

Located in St. Catharines, ON

From the reign of Russian Empress Elizabeth Petrovna, the daughter of Peter the Great, this rare mid 18th century silver charka or drinking cup was made Grigorii Serebrianikov in the...

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Antique Mid-18th Century Russian Russian Empire Silver Bowls

Materials

Silver

Mid-18th Century Antique European Silver Bowl, circa 1750, Probably Russian

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H 3.3 in W 6.29 in D 0.1 in

Mid-18th Century Antique European Silver Bowl, circa 1750, Probably Russian

Located in 53-64 Chancery Lane, London

A stunning 18th century silver-gilt bowl decorated with exceptional quality floral, grape and vine hand chasing which is then entwined around specks of lattice work engraving to crea...

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Antique 1750s Russian Rococo Serving Bowls

Materials

Silver

1010 A Russian 84-Standard Silver Egg

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H 4.75 in Dm 5.52 in

1010 A Russian 84-Standard Silver Egg

By Lev Oleks

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1010 A Russian 84-Standard Silver Egg 1891 Moscow, assayer's mark of Lev Oleks, apparently lacking maker's mark, the eagle finial surmounting the scroll-decorated hinged body ope...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Russian Centerpieces

Materials

Silver

A sterling silver tea and coffee set, Russia, 1788

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A sterling silver tea and coffee set, Russia, 1788

Located in Valbroye, CH

Tea and coffee service in silver. Russia, 1788 Sugar pot - later

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Antique 18th Century Russian Neoclassical Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

18th Century Silver Gilted Meat Dish and Cover St Petersburg, 1791

Unavailable

H 7.88 in Dm 12.8 in

18th Century Silver Gilted Meat Dish and Cover St Petersburg, 1791

Located in Paris, FR

A very rare silver-gilded antique Russian meat-dish. A pagoda shaped cover on a round bowl screwed to the dish. Bordered with palms. Cover decorated with a large laurel fruit onto ...

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Antique 1790s Russian Other Soup Tureens

Materials

Gold, Silver

Russian Orthodox Icon Silver Plate Okladm, 19th Century

Unavailable

H 20.5 in W 15.5 in D 1.5 in

Russian Orthodox Icon Silver Plate Okladm, 19th Century

Located in Cookeville, TN

We are featuring an early 19th century Russian orthodox icon silver plate oklad on wood panel. This intricate work features the virgin of Hodegetria embracing the Christ child who ho...

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Antique Late 18th Century Russian Baroque Religious Items

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of Diamond Late 18th Century Brooches

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Pair of Diamond Late 18th Century Brooches

Located in New York, NY

Beautifully made pair of rose cut diamond brooches. Silver on yellow gold. Likely Russian. In original fitted box.

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Antique 1770s Russian Georgian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

An Exceptionally Fine & Rare 18th C. Russian Silver-Gilt Beaker, Moscow 1784

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H 3.038 in Dm 2.75 in

An Exceptionally Fine & Rare 18th C. Russian Silver-Gilt Beaker, Moscow 1784

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

Weight, 94 grams. Examples of 18th century Russian silver are becoming very scarce in todays marketplace, especially items such as this exceptional example of Russian silver hollow-w...

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Antique Late 18th Century Russian Other Barware

Materials

Vermeil, Silver

Antique 18th Century Russian Solid Silver Samovar

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H 17.52 in W 11.03 in D 11.03 in

Antique 18th Century Russian Solid Silver Samovar

Located in London, GB

This stunning Russian samovar was cast in solid silver in the 18th Century.

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Antique 1790s Russian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

18th Century Russian Exceptional Silver-Gilt Tankard, Moscow, c.1745

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H 6.89 in Dm 7.88 in

18th Century Russian Exceptional Silver-Gilt Tankard, Moscow, c.1745

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique mid-18th century Imperial Russian solid silver impressive lidded tankard, parcel gilt, of cylindrical form, on three ball feet, the body and hinged cover with four cartouches...

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Antique 18th Century Russian More Dining and Entertaining

Materials

Silver

18th Century Russian Solid Silver-Gilt Huge Cup & Cover, Moscow, c.1749

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H 22.45 in Dm 7.09 in

18th Century Russian Solid Silver-Gilt Huge Cup & Cover, Moscow, c.1749

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique mid-18th Century Russian Monumental solid silver-gilt cup with cover, of fluted baluster form, the body and lid highly embossed with scrolls and foliage decorations, standing...

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Antique 18th Century Russian Centerpieces

Materials

Silver

18th Century Imperial Russian Solid Silver Tea Kettle On Stand, Moscow, c.1761

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H 11.82 in W 8.27 in D 6.3 in

18th Century Imperial Russian Solid Silver Tea Kettle On Stand, Moscow, c.1761

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

18th Century Imperial Russian silver tea kettle on stand, the bullet shaped body chased with rococo decoration and spiral bands, mounted with a turned wood swing handle and knop, the...

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Antique 18th Century Russian Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

Russian 18th Century Agate Bowl with Ormolu Mounts in Serpent

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H 4.5 in Dm 5.75 in

Russian 18th Century Agate Bowl with Ormolu Mounts in Serpent

Located in Essex, MA

Exquisite Russian Ormolu Mounted Agate Bowl with Snake Form Handles

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Russian Centerpieces

Antique Russian Exceptional Silver-Gilt & Niello Tankard, Moscow, circa 1766

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H 8.27 in W 8.27 in D 7.29 in

Antique Russian Exceptional Silver-Gilt & Niello Tankard, Moscow, circa 1766

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique mid-18th century Imperial Russian solid silver-gilt and niello impressive lidded tankard, parcel gilt, of traditional tapering form on a spreading foot, the sides chased with...

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Antique 18th Century Russian Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver

Antique Imperial Russian Solid Silver Tea Kettle on Stand, Moscow, circa 1761

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H 11.82 in W 8.27 in D 6.3 in

Antique Imperial Russian Solid Silver Tea Kettle on Stand, Moscow, circa 1761

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique mid-18th century Imperial Russian rare solid silver tea kettle on Stand, the bullet shaped body chased with Rococo decoration and spiral bands, mounted with a turned wood swi...

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Antique 18th Century Russian Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

Antique Imperial Russian Solid Silver Tea Kettle on Stand, Moscow, circa 1761

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H 11.82 in W 8.27 in D 6.3 in

Antique Imperial Russian Solid Silver Tea Kettle on Stand, Moscow, circa 1761

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique mid-18th century Imperial Russian rare solid silver tea kettle on stand, the bullet shaped body chased with rococo decoration and spiral bands, mounted with a turned wood swi...

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Antique 18th Century Russian Tea Sets

Materials

Silver

Rare Antique Russian Silver Ewer and Basin / Jug and Bowl, Moscow, 1786

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H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in

Rare Antique Russian Silver Ewer and Basin / Jug and Bowl, Moscow, 1786

Located in London, GB

A magnificent antique Russian solid Silver Jug and Basin with an elegant polished silver finish. The bowl is a round cornered rectangle with a understated border on the rim that is m...

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Antique 18th Century Russian Platters and Serveware

Materials

Silver

Imperial Russia Repoussé Silver Cigarette Box

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H 1.58 in W 5.99 in D 4.18 in

Imperial Russia Repoussé Silver Cigarette Box

Located in Torino, IT

Plain and elegant silver cigarette box with a repoussé floral decoration on lid. Later inscriptions inside the lid. Partial gilt. Hallmarks underneath. 1896 Width: 15.2 cm. Dept...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Russian Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Silver

Sigil Box, Wasilij Matwejew Kunkin, Moscow 1749-1757

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H 1.19 in Dm 5.12 in

Sigil Box, Wasilij Matwejew Kunkin, Moscow 1749-1757

Located in Greding, DE

Round seal box with vaulted lid, imperial double eagle and St. George on the coat of arms. Foaming master Ivan Shagin, master brand B.K. Wasilij Matwejew Kunkin (from 1745 in Moksau,...

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Antique 18th Century Russian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver

18th Century Russian Icon Revetment of Madonna and Child

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H 11.5 in W 10 in D 1 in

18th Century Russian Icon Revetment of Madonna and Child

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Fantastic 18th century Russian oklad revetment depicting Virgin Mary and Christ child named "Reliever of Sorrows".

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Antique 18th Century Russian Gothic Religious Items

Materials

Metal, Silver, Brass, Enamel

Early 18th Century Russian Engraved Empress Anna Goblet

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H 7.5 in Dm 3.5 in

Early 18th Century Russian Engraved Empress Anna Goblet

By St. Petersburg Glassworks 1

Located in Redmond, WA

A rare Russian wine goblet, Lamburg (Yamburg) or Petersburg glassworks, circa 1730-1740. Handblown of colorless glass, the tapering bowl finely engraved with the double-headed Imperi...

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Antique 1730s Russian Baroque Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

18th Century Rare Russian Orlov Porcelain Service Plate

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H 1 in Dm 9.13 in

18th Century Rare Russian Orlov Porcelain Service Plate

By Imperial Porcelain Factory, Gavriil Ignatievich Kozlov

Located in Redmond, WA

An extremely rare Russian porcelain plate from the Orlov Service, Imperial Porcelain Factory, circa 1763-1770. Circular with shaped border, the cavetto decorated with interlaced and ...

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Antique 1760s Russian Neoclassical Porcelain

18C. Russian Silver and Carved Coconut Goblet

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H 9 in Dm 4 in

18C. Russian Silver and Carved Coconut Goblet

Located in Summerland, CA

Moscow c.1747. Exhibiting workmanship of the finest quality, this delightful drinking vessel combines beautifully wrought silver work with a masterfully carved coconut shell, creati...

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Antique Early 18th Century Russian Barware

Materials

Silver

Russian Cut Glass, Silvered and Gilt Bronze 7 Light Chandelier, 18th Century

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H 50 in Dm 32 in

Russian Cut Glass, Silvered and Gilt Bronze 7 Light Chandelier, 18th Century

Located in New York, NY

An exceptional chandelier of elegant proportions. The two tiered corona fitted with arches hung with swags and faceted drops, the central cascade of graduated strands and feather spr...

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Antique Late 18th Century Russian Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Gold, Silver, Bronze

Russian Imperial Glass Works Cut-Glass Tazza

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H 8.27 in Dm 12.6 in

Russian Imperial Glass Works Cut-Glass Tazza

Located in Stockholm, SE

A RUSSIAN (IMPERIAL GLASS WORKS) CUT-GLASS TAZZA on a gilt bronze base. Made around 1820-30.

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Antique Early 18th Century Baltic Empire Centerpieces

Materials

Bronze

Russian antique silver mug 875 year 1825 made in St. Petersburg

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W 5.71 in Dm 4.34 in L 6.89 in

Russian antique silver mug 875 year 1825 made in St. Petersburg

Located in Terni, IT

Rare vintage Russian beer mug made of 875/1000 embossed silver. Made in St. Petersburg in the year 1825. Base diameter 8.5 centimeters. Mouth diameter 11 centimeters. Width includin...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Russian Russian Empire Flatware and Ser...

Materials

Silver

A Pair of 48 Bore Russian Flintlock Officer's Pistols

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W 14.97 in

A Pair of 48 Bore Russian Flintlock Officer's Pistols

By Hornschurch A Reval

Located in New York, NY

With octagonal barrels engraved with a decorative band around the muzzles and the breeches, fitted with silver fore-sights. Each engraved with 'Hornschurch a Reval'. The modern town ...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Russian Arms, Armor and Weapons

Materials

Silver

Russian Antique Cross Necklace Diamonds 12.50 Carats Circa 1700’s

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H 2.52 in W 1.89 in

Russian Antique Cross Necklace Diamonds 12.50 Carats Circa 1700’s

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Diamond = 12.50 Carats (Cut: Round, Color: F-G, Clarity: VS) Circa 1700 Made in russia Metal = Gold, Silver Pendant Dimensions: 64 x 48 mm

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Antique 18th Century Russian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Silver

Russian Antique Cross Necklace Diamonds 12.50 Carats Circa 1700’s

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H 2.52 in W 1.89 in

Russian Antique Cross Necklace Diamonds 12.50 Carats Circa 1700’s

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Diamond = 12.50 Carats (Cut: Round, Color: F-G, Clarity: VS) Circa 1700 Made in russia Metal = Gold, Silver Pendant Dimensions: 64 x 48 mm

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Antique 18th Century Russian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Silver

Antique Russian Wall Relief, Icon in Bronze, 19th Century

$237Sale Price|43% Off

H 5.12 in W 3.94 in D 0.2 in

Antique Russian Wall Relief, Icon in Bronze, 19th Century

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Small yet heavy wall relief - Russian icon in cast bronze. It depicts a seated Virgin Mary holding a very young Jesus and an Angel holding a crucifix. It was made in Russia circa 187...

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Antique 19th Century Russian Victorian Religious Items

Materials

Bronze

Antique Queen Anne Britannia Standard Silver Quart Tankard

$14,772

H 8.1 in W 7.8 in D 5.4 in

Antique Queen Anne Britannia Standard Silver Quart Tankard

By John Cory

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A magnificent, fine and impressive, rare antique Queen Anne English Britannia standard silver quart tankard; an addition to our range of collectable 18th century silverware This m...

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Antique Early 1700s British Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

George III Period Antique Sterling Silver Tankard, London 1781 William Cox III

$5,392

H 8.08 in W 6.3 in D 5.52 in

George III Period Antique Sterling Silver Tankard, London 1781 William Cox III

Located in London, London

Hallmarked in London in 1781 by William Cox III, this handsome, George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Tankard, is baluster shaped with a dome top. The tankard measures 8"(20...

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Antique 1780s English George III Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare Antique Russian Vermeil Silver Polychrome Enamel Kazan Mother of God Icon

$8,950

H 5 in W 3.63 in D 0.75 in

Rare Antique Russian Vermeil Silver Polychrome Enamel Kazan Mother of God Icon

By Erik Kollin

Located in New York, NY

Exquisite antique Russian vermeil silver and cloisonne enamel pendant icon depicting Our Lady of Kazan, Kazanskaya Bogomater. Assayer's mark for Ivan Sergeyevitch Lebedkin, Moscow ...

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Antique 19th Century Russian Religious Items

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Russian Kazan Mother of God Icon with Brass Oklad, Late 20th Century

$695

H 6.25 in W 5 in D 0.75 in

Russian Kazan Mother of God Icon with Brass Oklad, Late 20th Century

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Russian Kazan Mother of God Icon with Brass Oklad, Late 20th Century Russian Orthodox Kazan Mother of God icon with an embossed gold-toned brass oklad, dating to the later 20th cent...

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Late 20th Century Russian Decorative Art

Materials

Metal

Russian Orthodox Protective Icon, Late 18th–Early 19th

$1,590

H 13.39 in W 11.82 in D 2.76 in

Russian Orthodox Protective Icon, Late 18th–Early 19th

Located in NICE, FR

This antique Russian icon, dating from the late 18th to early 19th century, represents a richly layered devotional composition painted in tempera on wood. The icon is arranged in a f...

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Antique Early 19th Century Other Paintings

Materials

Wood, Glass

Antique Chinese Sterling Silver Vinaigrette, Circa 1890, Exceptional

$2,692

H 0.59 in W 0.75 in D 1.18 in L 0.59 in

Antique Chinese Sterling Silver Vinaigrette, Circa 1890, Exceptional

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese sterling silver vinaigrette in the form of a purse; an addition to our silver boxes and Chinese silverware collection. This excep...

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Antique 1890s Chinese Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Renaissance Revival Style Britannia Silver Plated WMF Beer-Tankard

$2,850Sale Price|55% Off

H 15.5 in W 6.75 in D 9.5 in

19th Century Renaissance Revival Style Britannia Silver Plated WMF Beer-Tankard

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A Fine and Elaborate German 19th Century Renaissance Revival Style Britannia Silver Plated Beer-Tankard by The Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik (WMF). The tall ovoid mug engraved t...

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Antique Late 19th Century German Renaissance Revival Pitchers

Materials

Silver Plate

Decorated Religious Possibly Russian Brass Repousse Enameled Icon Wall Placque

$2,995

H 12.5 in W 10.5 in D 1.25 in

Decorated Religious Possibly Russian Brass Repousse Enameled Icon Wall Placque

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Discover this exquisite handcrafted brass repoussé and enameled wall plaque of Mary and Baby Jesus, a breathtaking example of European devotional artistry—possibly of Russian Orthodo...

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Vintage 1940s Russian Neoclassical Decorative Art

Materials

Brass, Enamel

English Silver Plate Tea Caddy / Thin Biscuit

$1,998

H 7.5 in Dm 7.5 in

English Silver Plate Tea Caddy / Thin Biscuit

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Mid 19th century English sheffield silver plate tea caddy / thin biscuit with exterior design details and attached covered top . The tea caddy is in good condition . Minor wear consi...

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Edwardian Tea Caddies

Materials

Silver Plate, Copper

19th Century Russian Icon of the Virgin and Child

$1,681

H 12.6 in W 10.24 in D 0.79 in

19th Century Russian Icon of the Virgin and Child

Located in Madrid, ES

Beautiful Russian icon of the Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child, painted and gilded during the 19th century. Rich in spiritual significance and devotional character, this icon rep...

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Antique 1880s Paintings

Materials

Fruitwood

Antique 19th Century French Beaux-Arts Silver-Mounted Enamel Tea Caddy by Risler

$1,500

H 5.25 in W 5 in D 2.63 in

Antique 19th Century French Beaux-Arts Silver-Mounted Enamel Tea Caddy by Risler

By Risler & Carré

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique French enamel tea caddy. Mounted with gilt silver mounts. By Risler of Paris. Decorated with polychrome birds or paradise, rock outcroppings, and flowers/flor...

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Antique 19th Century French Beaux Arts Tea Sets

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Icon of the Kozelshchanskaya Mother of God, Russia, Second Half of 19th Century

$1,475

H 5.32 in W 4.34 in D 0.91 in

Icon of the Kozelshchanskaya Mother of God, Russia, Second Half of 19th Century

Located in Rīga, LV

Icon of the Kozelshchanskaya Mother of God, Russia (Russian Empire), second half of 19th century Additional Information: Materials: Cloth, colored glass, gesso, silver thread, si...

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Antique Late 19th Century Russian Religious Items

Materials

Silver

Late 19th Century Neoclassical 800 Silver Repoussé Chalice Goblet/Cup, Germany

$2,700

H 9.5 in Dm 4 in

Late 19th Century Neoclassical 800 Silver Repoussé Chalice Goblet/Cup, Germany

Located in North Miami, FL

Late 19th century Neoclassical polished 800 silver repoussé chalice goblet/cup with knight motif, Germany By: unknown Material: silver, metal Technique: cast, molded, repoussé, meta...

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Late 20th Century German Neoclassical Revival Barware

Materials

Metal, Silver

19th Century American Sterling Silver Tea Caddy by Shreve, Stanwood & Co, Boston

$2,400

H 4.5 in W 5 in D 4 in

19th Century American Sterling Silver Tea Caddy by Shreve, Stanwood & Co, Boston

By Shreve & Co.

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

This hand chased heavy gauge sterling tea caddy was made in Boston by renowned makers Shreve and Stanwood, and weighs approximately 15 ounces.

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Colonial Revival Tea Caddies

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century German Solid Silver Cup, Neresheimer & Sohne, c.1890

$3,232

H 10.83 in Dm 3.94 in

19th Century German Solid Silver Cup, Neresheimer & Sohne, c.1890

By B. Neresheimer & Sohne

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique 19th Century German solid silver cup, made in the style of the early-17th Century examples originally made in Augsburg and Nuremberg. Standing on adorned circular foot chased...

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Antique 19th Century German Barware

Materials

Silver

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Russian Religious Icon of St. John the Warrior, 19th Century

$1,410

H 10.04 in W 8.27 in D 0.79 in

Russian Religious Icon of St. John the Warrior, 19th Century

Located in Meulebeke, BE

Russia / 19th century / Icon St. John the Warrior / wood / Religious A striking 19th-century Russian icon depicting St. John the Warrior, painted with exceptional attention to deta...

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Antique 19th Century Russian Baroque Religious Items

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Wood

18th Century Imperial Russian Gilt Bronze, Brass and Mahogany Display Cabinet

$50,000

H 102 in W 67 in D 25 in

18th Century Imperial Russian Gilt Bronze, Brass and Mahogany Display Cabinet

By Christian Meyer

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

An exceptional late 18th century Imperial Russian empire bookcase or display cabinet in the finest figured mahogany richly inlaid and mounted with gilded brass and gilt bronze. The b...

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Antique Late 18th Century Russian Neoclassical Bookcases

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Mahogany

A vintage Russian Orthodox silver-tone priest's cross

$595

H 5 in W 3 in D 0.25 in

A vintage Russian Orthodox silver-tone priest's cross

Located in Norton, MA

A vintage Russian Orthodox silver-tone priest's cross. The front side is decorated with a relief depiction of Jesus Christ. Inscription in Church Slavonic on the backside: Image, be ...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork

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Copper

Art Deco Rabbit, Hare Silver Plated Bronze Bookends, A.E.L, 1920s

$1,499Sale Price / set|25% Off

H 6.7 in W 7.09 in D 3.35 in

Art Deco Rabbit, Hare Silver Plated Bronze Bookends, A.E.L, 1920s

By A.E.L.

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Very nice Art Deco rabbit, hare silver plated bronze bookends. Signed A.E.L. , stamped France and 28. Mounted Over Russian Onix. We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art ...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures

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Russian Silver 1913 Commemorative Icon / Portrait Czar Nicholas II, Inscribed

$2,800Sale Price|20% Off

H 2.75 in W 2 in D 0.75 in

Russian Silver 1913 Commemorative Icon / Portrait Czar Nicholas II, Inscribed

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An exceptional Objet'd'Art, a Russian Silver 1913 Commemorative Travel Icon, is a poignant tribute to the reign of Czar Nicholas II. Made in 1913 to commemorate the Great Pilgrimage ...

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Early 20th Century Russian Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Silver

19th Century Orthodox Cross

$587

H 6.3 in W 4.34 in D 0.4 in

19th Century Orthodox Cross

Located in Madrid, ES

This exquisite 19th-century Orthodox cross is crafted from bronze and adorned with enamel, a combination that ensures its durability and stunning visual appeal. The dimensions of the...

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Antique 1870s Religious Items

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Bronze

20th Century Art Nouveau Revival Italian Sterling Silver Vase

$54,160

H 22.84 in Dm 9.45 in

20th Century Art Nouveau Revival Italian Sterling Silver Vase

By Ferrari Milano

Located in VALENZA, IT

Sterling silver vase in Art Nouveau - Liberty style made entirely by hand. The preparation of the structure of the vase required several processing times. The vase was made in differ...

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Vintage 1980s Italian Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Continental Neoclassic Faience Stove from the Iris Apfel Collection

$3,350

H 97 in Dm 29 in

19th Century Continental Neoclassic Faience Stove from the Iris Apfel Collection

Located in Morristown, NJ

19th Century tin-glazed terracotta faience stove, in three stacked sections with domed wooden cap, featuring raised foliate scrollwork, floral garlands, and Rococo-inspired cartouche...

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Antique 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Brass

Oliver SamsingerVirgin of Kataphyge and St. John, after a Byzantine Bulgarian Icon 14th Century

$1,985Sale Price|20% Off

H 15.36 in W 10.63 in D 0.99 in

Virgin of Kataphyge and St. John, after a Byzantine Bulgarian Icon 14th Century

Located in Segovia, ES

The Virgin of Kataphyge with Saint John the Evangelist, after a Bulgarian Byzantine icon of the 14th Century. Egg tempera and gold leaf on gesso and wood. Author: Oliver Samsinger M...

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Early 1900s Byzantine Figurative Paintings

Materials

Gold Leaf

Antique English Stained Glass Church Window

$6,040

H 41.74 in W 18.12 in D 0.4 in

Antique English Stained Glass Church Window

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A large and wonderfully vibrant antique English stained glass church window, circa 1880. Beautifully handpainted with an array of vibrant colours, pattern, flowers and foliage, this ...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Windows

Materials

Lead

John Fulton Folinsbee"End of the Day, Gloucester Harbor", c. 1917

$243,750

H 32 in W 40 in

"End of the Day, Gloucester Harbor"

By John Fulton Folinsbee

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Jim's of Lambertville Fine Art Gallery is proud to present this piece by John Fulton Folinsbee (1892 - 1972). One of the finest painters to embark upon the New Hope Art Colony, John...

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1910s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

French 19th C. Louis XV Style Gilt Bronze-Mounted & Marquetry Commode by Bourdet

$47,950

H 34.5 in W 55.5 in D 24 in

French 19th C. Louis XV Style Gilt Bronze-Mounted & Marquetry Commode by Bourdet

By Jean Baptiste Hedouin

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A Very Fine and Impressive French 19th century Louis XV style gilt bronze-mounted tulipwood, kingwood and fruitwood marquetry bombé two-drawer commode - dresser with marble top, by M...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Bronze

19th Century Striking Antique Danish Gustavian Black Oak Chest of Drawers

$3,712

H 48.04 in W 49.22 in D 22.84 in

19th Century Striking Antique Danish Gustavian Black Oak Chest of Drawers

Located in Kvidinge, SE

Antique Gustavian chest of drawers in black. The piece consists of two stacked pieces. Beneath the top is a wide molding with decorative dentils and vertical milling. Quarter-columns...

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Antique 1820s Danish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Raymond Thibesart"Brume Sur La Seine (Mist On The Seine)" Pastel Raymond Thibesart (1874-1968), 1920s

$1,800Sale Price|62% Off

H 16.75 in W 13.75 in

"Brume Sur La Seine (Mist On The Seine)" Pastel Raymond Thibesart (1874-1968)

By Raymond Thibesart

Located in SANTA FE, NM

Brume Sur La Seine (Mist On The Seine) Raymond Thibesart (France, 1874-1968) Circa 1920s Pastel on Paper 12.6 x 9.5 (16 3/4 x 13 3/4 frame) inches Signed lower left Raymond Thibes...

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1920s Post-Impressionist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Pastel, Laid Paper

Jindřich Halabala Pair of Art Deco 'Tulip' Stools in Floral Fabric, 1930s

$4,400 / set

H 17.33 in Dm 17.72 in

Jindřich Halabala Pair of Art Deco 'Tulip' Stools in Floral Fabric, 1930s

By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody

Located in Prague, New Town

Pair of Art Deco 'Tulip' stools, designed by Jindřich Halabala for Spojené UP závody Brno, former Czechoslovakia, 1930s. Recently reupholstered in floral tapestry fabric. Dimensions...

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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Stools

Materials

Fabric, Tapestry, Wood

Antique Continetal Silver Ebonized Walking Cane Stick Late 19th Century

Sold|~~$506~~

H 32.68 in W 4.73 in D 1.19 in

Antique Continetal Silver Ebonized Walking Cane Stick Late 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful antique continetal silver handled walking stick, circa 1870 in date The striking stick features a silver Crutch handle which is engraved 'C J Stuilt' on a gentle...

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Antique 1870s English Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Silver

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How did art change in the 18th century?
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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.
How do you identify 18th-century furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
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Did they have wedding rings in the 18th century?
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How can I identify 18th century brass candlesticks?
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Which individuals are considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons, and why?
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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.
What kinds of figures elevated the use of porcelain in 18th century Europe?
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