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.

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Antique Chinese Porcelain Tea Cup & Saucer Imari Qing Period, 18th Century

$221 / set

Antique Chinese Porcelain Tea Cup & Saucer Imari Qing Period, 18th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely set from the qing period. Additional information: Primary Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: China Period: 18th century China Dynasty Period: Qing (1661 – 1912) ...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Japanese Porcelain Tea Cup & Beaker Saucer Imari Edo Period, 18th Century

$221 / set

Japanese Porcelain Tea Cup & Beaker Saucer Imari Edo Period, 18th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely set from the edo period. Additional information: Primary Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: Japan Period: 18th century Japan Dynasty Period: Edo Period (1603–186...

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Japanese Chinese Porcelain Tea Cup & Beaker Saucer Imari Beetle, 18th Century

$335 / set

Japanese Chinese Porcelain Tea Cup & Beaker Saucer Imari Beetle, 18th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely set from the edo and qing period. Marriage Additional information: Primary Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: China Period: 18th century China Dynasty Period: Qi...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Edo Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Antique Japanese Porcelain Tea Cup & Saucer Imari Edo Period, 18th Century

$221 / set

Antique Japanese Porcelain Tea Cup & Saucer Imari Edo Period, 18th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely set from the edo period. Additional information: Primary Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: Japan Period: 18th century Japan Dynasty Period: Edo Period (1603–186...

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Set of 8 Antique Edo Japanese Porcelain Imari Tea Cup & Saucer, 18th Century

$1,051 / set

Set of 8 Antique Edo Japanese Porcelain Imari Tea Cup & Saucer, 18th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely Japanese porcelain 18th c cup & saucer. underglaze blue, overglaze red and gold. Unusual design. Lovely Japanese porcelain 18th c cup & saucer. underglaze blue, overglaze red...

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Japanese Porcelain Flower Tea Cup Bowl & Saucer Imari Edo Period, 18th Century

$191 / set

Japanese Porcelain Flower Tea Cup Bowl & Saucer Imari Edo Period, 18th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely set from the edo period. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Decoration Type / Colour: Imari Japanese Style: Imari Region of Origin: Japan Period: 18th cent...

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Pair of Japanese Porcelain Flower Tea Cup Bowl & Saucer Saucer Imari, 18th Cen

$398 / set

Pair of Japanese Porcelain Flower Tea Cup Bowl & Saucer Saucer Imari, 18th Cen

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A Mariage Edo and Qing Dynasty, Kangxi period (1662-1722), c. 1700 Tea Bowl Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Type: Tea/Coffee Drinking: Bowls, Cups & Teapots ...

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Pair Japanese Porcelain Flower Tea Cup Bowl & Saucer Saucer Imari Quails, 18th C

$291 / set

Pair Japanese Porcelain Flower Tea Cup Bowl & Saucer Saucer Imari Quails, 18th C

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Type: Bowls, Tea/Coffee Drinking: Bowls, Cups & Teapots Japanese Style: Imari Region of Origin: Japan Period: 18th century Edo P...

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Set of 2 Antique Chinese Porcelain Tea Bowl Cup Saucer Amsterdam Bont, 18th Cen

$400 / set

Set of 2 Antique Chinese Porcelain Tea Bowl Cup Saucer Amsterdam Bont, 18th Cen

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nice Set of 2 example Amsterdam bont cups and saucers with a lovely scene. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Type: Tea Bowls & Cups, Tea Drinking Region o...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Set of 6 Antique Kangxi Chinese Porcelain Floral Cup Saucer Tea Set, 18th C.

$4,497 / set

Set of 6 Antique Kangxi Chinese Porcelain Floral Cup Saucer Tea Set, 18th C.

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Decoration Type / Colour: Blood & Milk Region of Origin: China Emperor: Yongzheng (1722-1735) Period: 18th century China Dynasty...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Antique Japanese Porcelain Cup & Saucer Imari 'Flowers", 18th Century

$283

Antique Japanese Porcelain Cup & Saucer Imari 'Flowers", 18th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Antique Japanese Porcelain Cup & Saucer Imari 'Flowers"", 18th Century. Very delicate and nicely painted set.

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Set of 6 Antique Chinese Porcelain Qianlong Red Rouge de Fer Tea Cup, 18th Cen

$1,021 / set

Set of 6 Antique Chinese Porcelain Qianlong Red Rouge de Fer Tea Cup, 18th Cen

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: China Emperor: Qianlong (1735-1796) Period: 18th century Qing (1661 - 1912) Condition: 2 dishes perfect, 4 wit...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Set of 6 Chinese Porcelain Qianlong/Jiaqing Red Rouge de Fer Tea Cup, 18th C

$2,228 / set

Set of 6 Chinese Porcelain Qianlong/Jiaqing Red Rouge de Fer Tea Cup, 18th C

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely Chinese Porcelain Tea set in rouge de fer style. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: China Emperor: Qianlong (1735-1796) Period: 18th cent...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Pair of Antique Chinese Enamel Bronze Cantonese Tea Cups, 18/19th Century

$1,051 / set

Pair of Antique Chinese Enamel Bronze Cantonese Tea Cups, 18/19th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nicely made 18/19th century enamel on bronze/copper powder box. Canton Qianlong. Additional information: Material: Bronze & Cloisonne Region of Origin: China Emperor: Qianlon...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Tea Sets

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Bronze

Pair of Japanese Porcelain Cup & Saucer Imari 'Flowers" Artemesia, 18th Century

$298 / set

Pair of Japanese Porcelain Cup & Saucer Imari 'Flowers" Artemesia, 18th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely set from the edo period. Marked with artemesia Leaf at the base. Additional information: Material: Porcelain Type: Tea Bowls & Cups Region of Origin: Japan Period: Edo Period...

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Japanese Porcelain Tea Cup & Beaker Saucer Imari Edo Period, 18C

$221 / set

Japanese Porcelain Tea Cup & Beaker Saucer Imari Edo Period, 18C

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely set from the edo period. Additional information: Primary Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: Japan Period: 18th century Japan Dynasty Period: Edo Period (1603–186...

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Japanese Porcelain Tea Cup Bowl & Saucer Imari Edo Period, 18C

$147 / set

Japanese Porcelain Tea Cup Bowl & Saucer Imari Edo Period, 18C

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely set from the edo period. Additional information: Primary Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: Japan Period: 18th century Japan Dynasty Period: Edo Period (1603–186...

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Tea Sets

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Porcelain

LATE 18th CENTURY SET OF SIX GINORI TULIP CUPS

$1,705 / set

LATE 18th CENTURY SET OF SIX GINORI TULIP CUPS

Located in Firenze, FI

Refined set of six cups and saucers in fine Ginori porcelain. The cups and saucers are decorated with colorful floral motifs, lending a touch of elegance to the set. The saucers have...

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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Set Edo Period Japanese Porcelain Imari Tea Cup & Saucer, ca 1700

$656 / set

Set Edo Period Japanese Porcelain Imari Tea Cup & Saucer, ca 1700

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely set of Japanese porcelain Imari. Additional information: Material: Porcelain Region of Origin: Japan Period: 18th century Edo Period (1603–1867) Condition: Perfect Dimension...

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Tea Sets

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Porcelain

18th-Century Colonial Solid Silver Mate Cup

$1,894

18th-Century Colonial Solid Silver Mate Cup

Located in Madrid, ES

Antique solid silver mate cup from the late 18th century, crafted in the Colonial style. This finely made piece reflects the traditional silverwork of the period, with an elegant and...

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Antique 1770s Tea Sets

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Silver

18th-Century Colonial Solid Silver Mate Cup

$1,421

18th-Century Colonial Solid Silver Mate Cup

Located in Madrid, ES

Antique solid silver mate cup from the late 18th century, crafted in the Colonial style. This finely made piece reflects the traditional silverwork of the period, with an elegant and...

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Antique 1770s Tea Sets

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Silver

18th-Century Colonial Solid Silver Mate Cup

$1,421

18th-Century Colonial Solid Silver Mate Cup

Located in Madrid, ES

Antique solid silver mate cup from the late 18th century, crafted in the Colonial style. This finely made piece reflects the traditional silverwork of the period, with an elegant and...

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Antique 1770s Tea Sets

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Silver

18th-Century Colonial Solid Silver Mate Cup

$1,302

18th-Century Colonial Solid Silver Mate Cup

Located in Madrid, ES

Antique solid silver mate cup from the late 18th century, crafted in the Colonial style. This finely made piece reflects the traditional silverwork of the period, with an elegant and...

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Antique 1770s Tea Sets

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Silver

18th-Century Colonial Solid Silver Mate Cup

$1,302

18th-Century Colonial Solid Silver Mate Cup

Located in Madrid, ES

Antique solid silver mate cup from the late 18th century, crafted in the Colonial style. This finely made piece reflects the traditional silverwork of the period, with an elegant and...

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Antique 1770s Tea Sets

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Silver

18th-Century Colonial Solid Silver Mate Cup

$1,302

18th-Century Colonial Solid Silver Mate Cup

Located in Madrid, ES

Antique solid silver mate cup from the late 18th century, crafted in the Colonial style. This finely made piece reflects the traditional silverwork of the period, with an elegant and...

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Antique 1770s Tea Sets

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Silver

First Period Dr. Wall Worcester Antique Porcelain Tea Cup Coffee Cup & Saucer

$380 / set

First Period Dr. Wall Worcester Antique Porcelain Tea Cup Coffee Cup & Saucer

By 1st Period Worcester Dr. Wall

Located in Katonah, NY

This First Period Worcester Porcelain trio is hand-painted in the Old Japan Star Pattern. It comprises a teacup, coffee cup, and saucer made in 18th-century England circa 1770. The s...

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Antique Late 18th Century English Regency Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Antique Japanese Bowl/Cup for Tea Japan Rare Scene Creamware UK, 18th/19th C

$768 / set

Antique Japanese Bowl/Cup for Tea Japan Rare Scene Creamware UK, 18th/19th C

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Very unsual tea cup. Decorated after british creamware style. late 18th or 1st half 19th century.

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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Tea Sets

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Porcelain

18th Century Meissen Marcolini Silhouette Cup and Saucer

$2,800

18th Century Meissen Marcolini Silhouette Cup and Saucer

By Gottlob Samuel Mohn, Meissen Porcelain

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

A Meissen porcelain cup and saucer from the Marcolini period, dating around 1795, decorated with silhouette designs attributed to Samuel Mohn. In 1774, Saxon court minister Count Ca...

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Antique 1790s German Neoclassical Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Antique Afternoon Tea Set, English, Bone China, Cup & Saucer, Plate, Victorian

$439Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Afternoon Tea Set, English, Bone China, Cup & Saucer, Plate, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique two-person afternoon tea set. An English, bone China cup and saucer, sandwich and cake plate duo, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Pleasingly dec...

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Antique Late 18th Century British Victorian Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Set of Six Bird Coffee Cup Trios

$3,850 / set

Set of Six Bird Coffee Cup Trios

By Flight, Barr & Barr Worcester

Located in New York, NY

England, late 18th century. Dimension: Tea cup 3.25" diameter x 3" height, coffee can 2.5" diameter x 3" height, saucer 5.5" diameter.

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Antique Late 18th Century English Empire Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Set of 16 Antique Kangxi Period Chinese Porcelain Fishermen Teaset Cup Saucer

$8,998 / set

Set of 16 Antique Kangxi Period Chinese Porcelain Fishermen Teaset Cup Saucer

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Fantastic and unually large teaset in Blue and white, all of moulded shape. Sixteen blue and white porcelain cups and saucers, plus one extra dish All depict fishermen in a watery l...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Antique Japanese Arita/Chinese Jingdezhen Saucer Dish and Cup Kakiemon

$144 / set

Antique Japanese Arita/Chinese Jingdezhen Saucer Dish and Cup Kakiemon

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very combination of two porcelain pieces; Edo period, kakiemon figural garden scene Qing period, Kangxi, Couple with a parasol in garden. Additional information: Material: Porcela...

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Sèvres Double Handled Cup, Cover and Stand, 1791

$10,545 / set

Sèvres Double Handled Cup, Cover and Stand, 1791

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB

Sèvres Double Handled Cup, Cover and Stand, 1791 Sèvres is the most prominent name in French Porcelain, but it was not the first. Porcelain had been manufactured in France to suppl...

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Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Tea Sets

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Porcelain

First Period Worcester Porcelain Cup and Saucer Queen’s Pattern Circa 1770

$480 / set

First Period Worcester Porcelain Cup and Saucer Queen’s Pattern Circa 1770

By 1st Period Worcester Dr. Wall

Located in Katonah, NY

This First Period Worcester Porcelain cup and saucer are hand-painted in the beautiful Queen’s Pattern, which was inspired by Japanese Imari porcelain of the 17th century. The design...

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Antique Late 18th Century English Regency Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Antique Porcelain Cup & Saucer First Period Worcester Two Quail Pattern C- 1770

$580 / set

Antique Porcelain Cup & Saucer First Period Worcester Two Quail Pattern C- 1770

By 1st Period Worcester Dr. Wall

Located in Katonah, NY

Dimensions: 5.5″diameter of the saucer, the cup 2.5″ tall x 2.5″ diameter Condition: Excellent Price: $680 For an example of the First Period Worcester Two Quail pattern with an ima...

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Antique Late 18th Century English Regency Tea Sets

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Porcelain

18th Century Japanese porcelain tea cups and saucers

$2,605 / set

18th Century Japanese porcelain tea cups and saucers

Located in Delft, NL

18th Century Japanese porcelain tea cups and saucers 18th Century Japanese porcelain tea cups and saucers with a scene of Rabbits in floral decor.

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Ceramics

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Porcelain

Set of Six 18th Century Flight Worcester Porcelain Tea Cups and Saucers

$1,250 / set

Set of Six 18th Century Flight Worcester Porcelain Tea Cups and Saucers

By Flight, Barr & Barr Worcester

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A set of six antique Flight Worcester porcelain cups and saucers. Each with a ribbed swirl design and cobalt blue and gold floral sprig and garland decoration. Each base is mar...

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Antique Late 18th Century Great Britain (UK) George III Porcelain

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Porcelain

Antique Set of Japanese Imari / Tea Bowl Cup, Flowers, Porcelain, 18th Century

$871 / set

Antique Set of Japanese Imari / Tea Bowl Cup, Flowers, Porcelain, 18th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nice set of 18th century tea bowls, Edo Period. The painting is of nice quality.

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Edo Ceramics

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Porcelain

Chrysanthemum-Shaped Carved Jade Tea Cup Stand

$780

Chrysanthemum-Shaped Carved Jade Tea Cup Stand

Located in Fukuoka, JP

An elegant 18th–19th century Chinese jade chajuo (tea cup stand), carved in the form of a chrysanthemum flower—a traditional symbol of longevity and purity.

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Collectible Jewelry

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Jade

18th C Worcester Porcelain Trio of Coffee Cup Tea Bowl and Saucer, circa 1780

$449Sale Price / set|26% Off

18th C Worcester Porcelain Trio of Coffee Cup Tea Bowl and Saucer, circa 1780

By Royal Worcester

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a good late 18th century Worcester porcelain TRIO of Coffee Cup, Tea Bowl and Saucer in a combined blue and gold pattern, fully marked and dating to circa 1780.

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Antique 18th Century British George III Decorative Bowls

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Porcelain

Japanese Porcelain Set of Tea Cup Bowl and Saucer Beaker Saucer Imari Edo Period

$742 / set

Japanese Porcelain Set of Tea Cup Bowl and Saucer Beaker Saucer Imari Edo Period

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Saucers perfect. Size: 90 x 17mm cups 2 perfect, rest with some damage see pictures, 18th century. Size: 50 x 29mm. Period Edo Period (1603–1867).

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Ceramics

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Porcelain

Qianlong Period Chinese Export Porcelain Tea Cup & Saucer - Lotus Underglaze

$1,036Sale Price / set|20% Off

Qianlong Period Chinese Export Porcelain Tea Cup & Saucer - Lotus Underglaze

Located in Atlanta, GA

Chinese, circa 1785. Chinese export porcelain cup and saucer set produced with blue and white underglaze foliate motifs and geometric designs to edges. The main face of the cup and ...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Porcelain

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Porcelain

Antique Chinese Cup Saucer Yongzheng/Qianlong Relief Landscape Tea Bowl Qing

$1,763

Antique Chinese Cup Saucer Yongzheng/Qianlong Relief Landscape Tea Bowl Qing

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Size handle to spout 111mm and 72mm high Period 18th century Qing (1661-1912).

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

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Porcelain

Antique Chinese Famille Rose Tobacco Leaf Tea Bawl Cup & Saucer Porcelain

$1,425 / set

Antique Chinese Famille Rose Tobacco Leaf Tea Bawl Cup & Saucer Porcelain

Located in Norton, MA

Fine quality Chinese antique tobacco leaves, double-handled Cup & Saucer Porcelain, one of the most prized of Chinese Export patterns, in 18TH CENTURY. Circa 1760-70; strong vivid ov...

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Antique Mid-18th Century Chinese Decorative Bowls

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Porcelain

Georgian Derby Trio Tea & Coffee Cup & Saucer Pattern 569, Puce Mark Circa 1795

$399Sale Price / set|31% Off

Georgian Derby Trio Tea & Coffee Cup & Saucer Pattern 569, Puce Mark Circa 1795

By Derby

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a good porcelain TRIO of a Tea Cup, Coffee Cup and saucer by the Derby factory, made during the George 111rd period, circa 1795. The pieces are well potted in the Hamilton...

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Antique Late 18th Century British George III Porcelain

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Porcelain

Early Derby Porcelain Cup & Saucer Rare Pattern 128 Puce Crown Marks, circa 1795

$323Sale Price / set|27% Off

Early Derby Porcelain Cup & Saucer Rare Pattern 128 Puce Crown Marks, circa 1795

By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a late 18th century porcelain Tea Cup and Saucer in pattern 128 by the Derby factory, Circa 1795.

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Antique Late 18th Century English George III Ceramics

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Porcelain

Chinese export porcelain coffee cups with arms of New York State, 18th century

Unavailable|~~$1,164 / set~~

Chinese export porcelain coffee cups with arms of New York State, 18th century

Located in London, GB

A pair of Chinese export porcelain coffee cups, each with ribbed body and petal shape rim, painted in famille rose enamels with the arms of New York State, one lady holding the scale...

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Antique Late 18th Century Chinese Qing Tea Sets

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Ceramic

Ansbach Porcelain Cup and Saucer

Unavailable|~~$1,711~~

Ansbach Porcelain Cup and Saucer

Located in Leeds, GB

Ansbach teacup and saucer with a scroll handle and decorated with birds and flower sprigs.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier German Tea Sets

Höchst Porcelain Cup and Saucer Decorated with Birds and Flowers

Unavailable|~~$2,054~~

Höchst Porcelain Cup and Saucer Decorated with Birds and Flowers

Located in Leeds, GB

Höchst porcelain cup and saucer, decorated with birds and flowers Personal delivery/collection is always best as the purchaser can look over the piece at first hand. Where this i...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier German Tea Sets

Tea Cup & Saucer, Saint Cloud, circa 1730

Unavailable|~~$1,500~~

Tea Cup & Saucer, Saint Cloud, circa 1730

By Saint Cloud

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Both cup and saucer with moulded reeding and decorated in underglaze blue with scrolled lambrequin borders. Saint Cloud porcelain is a type of soft-paste porcelain produced in the...

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Antique Early 18th Century French Neoclassical Porcelain

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Porcelain

Armorial Tea Cup and Saucer from the Ludlow Service, Bristol, circa 1777

Unavailable|~~$2,025~~

Armorial Tea Cup and Saucer from the Ludlow Service, Bristol, circa 1777

By 1st Period Worcester Dr. Wall

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

A Rococo cup and saucer, elaborately decorated with the arms of Ludlow, for Daniel Ludlow of Campden.

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Antique Mid-18th Century English Rococo Porcelain

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Porcelain

Antique Chinese Porcelain Blue and White Tea Bowl Cup Landscape, 18th Century

Sold|~~$238 / set~~

Antique Chinese Porcelain Blue and White Tea Bowl Cup Landscape, 18th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Type: Bowls, Tea/Coffee Drinking: Bowls, Cups & Teapots Region of Origin: China Period: 18th century Qing (1661 - 1912) Conditio...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Antique Chinese Porcelain Blue and White Tea Bowl Cup Landscape, 18th Century

Sold|~~$278~~

Antique Chinese Porcelain Blue and White Tea Bowl Cup Landscape, 18th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Type: Bowls, Tea/Coffee Drinking: Bowls, Cups & Teapots Color: Blue & White Japanese Style: Kakiemon Region of Origin: Period: ...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Set of 2 Antique Japanese Imari / Tea Bowl Cup Flowers Porcelain, 18th Century

Sold|~~$278 / set~~

Set of 2 Antique Japanese Imari / Tea Bowl Cup Flowers Porcelain, 18th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nice set of 18th century tea bowls, Edo Period. The painting is of nice quality.

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Locré Manufacture : Paris porcelain coffee cup - 18th century

Sold|~~$260 / item~~

Locré Manufacture : Paris porcelain coffee cup - 18th century

By Locré & Russinger's Factory 1

Located in GRENOBLE, FR

A fine Paris porcelain coffee cup and its saucer, beautiful model enhanced with fine gold gilt Directoire patterns. High-end Parisian production, late 18th century circa 1795. Not si...

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Antique Late 18th Century French Directoire Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Set of 12 Antique Super Japanese Porcelain Tea Bowl Cup Saucer Flowers, 18C

Sold|~~$661 / set~~

Set of 12 Antique Super Japanese Porcelain Tea Bowl Cup Saucer Flowers, 18C

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Set of 12 Antique Super Set Japanese Porcelain Tea Bowl Cup Saucer Imari Flowers, 18th Century.

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

A Meissen Dot Period Porcelain Tea Cup and Saucer and Coffee Cup, 1763 - 1774

Sold|~~$342 / set~~

A Meissen Dot Period Porcelain Tea Cup and Saucer and Coffee Cup, 1763 - 1774

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB

A Meissen Dot Period Porcelain Tea Cup and Saucer and Coffee Cup, 1763 - 1774 Additional information: Date : 1763 - 1774 Period : Augustus III Marks : Underglaze blue crossed swords...

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Antique 18th Century German Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the 18th century tea cup you’re looking for. Frequently made of ceramic, porcelain and creamware, every 18th century tea cup was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect 18th century tea cup — we have versions that date back to the 17th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A 18th century tea cup is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Georgian, Rococo and Neoclassical styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one 18th century tea cup that is appealing in its simplicity, but Royal Worcester, Flight, Barr & Barr Worcester and James Giles produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a 18th Century Tea Cup?

A 18th century tea cup can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,759, while the lowest priced sells for $250 and the highest can go for as much as $4,600.

Finding the Right Dining-entertaining for You

Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.

Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.

“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate & Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”

Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.

At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.

Questions About 18th Century Tea Cup

Did they have wedding rings in the 18th century?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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.

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