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French 19th Century Empire Style Mahogany & Gilt-Bronze Mounted Campaign Day Bed
French 19th Century Empire Style Mahogany & Gilt-Bronze Mounted Campaign Day Bed

French 19th Century Empire Style Mahogany & Gilt-Bronze Mounted Campaign Day Bed

Located in Los Angeles, CA

coverlet and a bolster pillow. Circa: First Half of 19th Century Headboard Height: 44 inches (118.8 cm

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Empire Revival Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Italian Gold Gilt Headboard
19th Century Italian Gold Gilt Headboard

19th Century Italian Gold Gilt Headboard

Located in San Angelo, TX

Stunning Italian gold gilt headboard featuring blue and white upholstery. Keep as is or reupholster

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Rococo Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood, Giltwood

19th Century Portugese Polycromed Headboard
19th Century Portugese Polycromed Headboard

19th Century Portugese Polycromed Headboard

Located in San Francisco, CA

Exuberant Portuguese polycromed stately headboard. This headboard probably came from one of the

Category

Antique 19th Century Portuguese Louis Philippe Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Giltwood, Paint

19th Century Italian Carved and Giltwood Headboard
19th Century Italian Carved and Giltwood Headboard

19th Century Italian Carved and Giltwood Headboard

Located in Dallas, TX

This is a 19th Century Italian headboard, crafted from carved giltwood. The intricate carvings on

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Giltwood

Large 19th Century Italian Giltwood Upholstered Headboard
Large 19th Century Italian Giltwood Upholstered Headboard

Large 19th Century Italian Giltwood Upholstered Headboard

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Mid 19th Century Italian hand-carved giltwood and painted wall mounted headboard from the Piedmont

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Napoleon III Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Linen, Giltwood

EARLY 19th CENTURY EMPIRE PERIOD BED HEADBOARD
EARLY 19th CENTURY EMPIRE PERIOD BED HEADBOARD

EARLY 19th CENTURY EMPIRE PERIOD BED HEADBOARD

Located in Firenze, FI

This beautiful Empire period shield headboard, dating to around 1810, is a masterpiece of

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Italian Empire Bedroom Sets

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Louis XV Style Queen-Sized Headboard
19th Century French Louis XV Style Queen-Sized Headboard

19th Century French Louis XV Style Queen-Sized Headboard

Located in Austin, TX

This 19th Century French Louis XV Style Queen-Sized Headboard is a magnificent example of the

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Oak

Italian Early 19th Century Louis XV St. Giltwood Upholstered Headboard
Italian Early 19th Century Louis XV St. Giltwood Upholstered Headboard

Italian Early 19th Century Louis XV St. Giltwood Upholstered Headboard

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A striking Italian early 19th century Louis XV st. giltwood upholstered headboard. The headboard

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Upholstery, Giltwood

Rustic Headboard
Rustic Headboard

Rustic Headboard

Located in Sheffield, MA

Rustic grey painted Headboard. Keywords: Bed

Category

Antique 19th Century American Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Rustic Headboard
Rustic Headboard

Rustic Headboard

Located in Sheffield, MA

Rustic gray painted headboard.  

Category

Antique 19th Century American Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Rustic Headboard
Rustic Headboard

Rustic Headboard

Located in Sheffield, MA

Rustic gray painted headboard.   

Category

Antique 19th Century American Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Pair of Late 19th Century Chinese Carved Panels/ Twin Headboards
Pair of Late 19th Century Chinese Carved Panels/ Twin Headboards

Pair of Late 19th Century Chinese Carved Panels/ Twin Headboards

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of late 19th century Chinese carved panels/ twin headboards Each one finely carved with five

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Hardwood, Giltwood, Lacquer

Italian 19th century Louis XVI st. Giltwood king size headboard
Italian 19th century Louis XVI st. Giltwood king size headboard

Italian 19th century Louis XVI st. Giltwood king size headboard

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An elegant and most decorative Italian 19th century Louis XVI st. Giltwood king size headboard

Category

Antique 17th Century Italian Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Giltwood

Italian Early 19th Century Louis XV Style Upholstered and Giltwood Headboard
Italian Early 19th Century Louis XV Style Upholstered and Giltwood Headboard

Italian Early 19th Century Louis XV Style Upholstered and Giltwood Headboard

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A striking Italian early 19th century Louis XV st. upholstered and giltwood headboard. The

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Upholstery, Giltwood

A Pair of Painted Tole Headboards and Footboards 20th Century
A Pair of Painted Tole Headboards and Footboards 20th Century

A Pair of Painted Tole Headboards and Footboards 20th Century

Located in Buchanan, MI

A Pair of Painted Metal Headboards and Footboards 20th Century each sized for a twin size bed

Category

Antique 19th Century Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Metal

Antique Single Bed Metal Headboard
Antique Single Bed Metal Headboard

Antique Single Bed Metal Headboard

Located in Sheffield, MA

The antique country iron twin size headboard has a wonderfully, natural distressed look with just

Category

Antique 19th Century North American Victorian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Iron

Louis XV Provincial Style Headboard
Louis XV Provincial Style Headboard

Louis XV Provincial Style Headboard

Located in Sheffield, MA

Handsome antique French Louis XV Provincial style queen Size walnut headboard with carved shell

Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Louis XV Provincial Style Headboard
Louis XV Provincial Style Headboard

Louis XV Provincial Style Headboard

Located in Sheffield, MA

Handsome antique French Louis XV Provincial style queen Size walnut headboard with carved shell

Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Antique Victorian King Iron Headboard
Antique Victorian King Iron Headboard

Antique Victorian King Iron Headboard

Located in Sheffield, MA

Antique country Victorian style white painted cast iron king size metal headboard with brass

Category

Antique 19th Century North American Hollywood Regency Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass, Iron

American Rustic Mission Oak Queen Headboard
American Rustic Mission Oak Queen Headboard

American Rustic Mission Oak Queen Headboard

Located in Queens, NY

American Rustic Mission dark stained oak queen size headboard with splint wood woven side panels

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Rustic Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Oak

Italian Carved Linen Headboard w/ Antique Panel
Italian Carved Linen Headboard w/ Antique Panel

Italian Carved Linen Headboard w/ Antique Panel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This striking custom headboard, designed by Melissa Levinson, seamlessly combines antique European

Category

Antique 19th Century Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Linen, Wood

Biedermeier King-Size Headboard witth Yellow Upholstery
Biedermeier King-Size Headboard witth Yellow Upholstery

Biedermeier King-Size Headboard witth Yellow Upholstery

Located in Queens, NY

Biedermeier style (19/20th Century) headboard (only) king size with slighly shaped arch walnut top

Category

Antique 19th Century European Biedermeier Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Antique Victorian King Metal Headboard
Antique Victorian King Metal Headboard

Antique Victorian King Metal Headboard

Located in Sheffield, MA

Antique country Victorian style white painted cast iron king size metal headboard with brass

Category

Antique 19th Century American Late Victorian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass, Iron

A very fine 19th c French king size Louis XVI headboard,  footboard and rails
A very fine 19th c French king size Louis XVI headboard,  footboard and rails

A very fine 19th c French king size Louis XVI headboard, footboard and rails

Located in Dallas, TX

A very fine 19th century French Louis XVI mahogany and parquetry inlayed bed with fine gilt bronze

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Bronze

Herts Brothers Edwardian Mahogany Brass Satinwood Inlay Queen Bed Headboard
Herts Brothers Edwardian Mahogany Brass Satinwood Inlay Queen Bed Headboard

Herts Brothers Edwardian Mahogany Brass Satinwood Inlay Queen Bed Headboard

Located in Philadelphia, PA

grain, unmarked, quality American craftsmanship. Circa Late 19th Century. Measurements: 44.25" H x 60.5

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Edwardian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass

French Victorian Damask Upholstered King Headboard
French Victorian Damask Upholstered King Headboard

French Victorian Damask Upholstered King Headboard

Located in Queens, NY

French Victorian-style king-size headboard upholstered in red & green floral damask with shaped

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Velvet

Spanish Geometric-Carved Wall Panel- Would Make a Great Headboard!
Spanish Geometric-Carved Wall Panel- Would Make a Great Headboard!

Spanish Geometric-Carved Wall Panel- Would Make a Great Headboard!

Located in Atlanta, GA

A single Spanish carved-wood wall panel from the early 19th century. This antique wall decoration

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Spanish Decorative Art

Materials

Wood

French Art Nouveau Maple Full Headboard
French Art Nouveau Maple Full Headboard

French Art Nouveau Maple Full Headboard

Located in Queens, NY

French Art Nouveau maple full size headboard having a carved and filigree floral and vine design

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

Antique French Cherry Wood Demilune Wall Panel or Headboard
Antique French Cherry Wood Demilune Wall Panel or Headboard

Antique French Cherry Wood Demilune Wall Panel or Headboard

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

used as a unique headboard. Originating from early 19th century France, this semicircular wooden panel

Category

Antique 19th Century French Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Cherry

Tudor Style Antique Carved Oak Wall Panel or Headboard
Tudor Style Antique Carved Oak Wall Panel or Headboard

Tudor Style Antique Carved Oak Wall Panel or Headboard

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

masks, arches and foliate scrolls, telling the story of a skilled 19th century artisan. Its detail is

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Tudor Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Oak

Antique Jacobean Style Stripped Pine Wall Panel or Headboard
Antique Jacobean Style Stripped Pine Wall Panel or Headboard

Antique Jacobean Style Stripped Pine Wall Panel or Headboard

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

capitals and an ornate frieze to the top, telling the story of a skilled 19th century artisan. Its detail

Category

Antique 19th Century English Jacobean Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Pine

SPECTACULAR PAIR OF PORTUGUESE STYLE BEDS early 19th Century
SPECTACULAR PAIR OF PORTUGUESE STYLE BEDS early 19th Century

SPECTACULAR PAIR OF PORTUGUESE STYLE BEDS early 19th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

SPECTACULAR PAIR OF PORTUGUESE STYLE BEDS early 19th Century in carved rosewood, headboards

Category

Antique 19th Century Portuguese Baroque Bed Coronas

Materials

Wood

King sized headboard of Danish painted panels in the Pompeiian taste, 1890
King sized headboard of Danish painted panels in the Pompeiian taste, 1890

King sized headboard of Danish painted panels in the Pompeiian taste, 1890

Located in Kenilworth, IL

size headboard. Denmark, circa 1890. Dimensions: 80-3/4” W x 2-3/8” D x 59-1/4” H (overall) 28-1/4” H

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Danish Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood, Paint

1950s Saridis Headboard Super King Size Bed 180cm Wood Bedroom Midcentury
1950s Saridis Headboard Super King Size Bed 180cm Wood Bedroom Midcentury

1950s Saridis Headboard Super King Size Bed 180cm Wood Bedroom Midcentury

By Sardis

Located in London, GB

. Inspired by the 19th century furniture this headboard blends the hand carved details with the midcentury

Category

Vintage 1950s Greek Aesthetic Movement Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Fabric, Wood

19th Century Biedermeier Directoire style Twin Daybed Walnut & Gilded decoration
19th Century Biedermeier Directoire style Twin Daybed Walnut & Gilded decoration

19th Century Biedermeier Directoire style Twin Daybed Walnut & Gilded decoration

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Empire styles, adapting these to modern early 19th century households. Height: 59 ½” Headboard Height

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Giltwood

Antique Victorian Oak Bedroom Set Full Size Bed Washstand Dresser - 3 Piece Set
Antique Victorian Oak Bedroom Set Full Size Bed Washstand Dresser - 3 Piece Set

Antique Victorian Oak Bedroom Set Full Size Bed Washstand Dresser - 3 Piece Set

Located in Philadelphia, PA

, nicely carved details, no key, but unlocked, very nice antique set. Circa Late 19th Century. Measurements

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Bedroom Sets

Materials

Glass, Oak

Biedermeier bed
Biedermeier bed

Biedermeier bed

Located in Belgrade, RS

of 19th-century bourgeois interiors. The curved headboard and footboard, with their graceful backward

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Daybeds

Materials

Walnut

Colonial Painted Folk Art Canopy Bed, Ex. Collection of Estee Lauder
Colonial Painted Folk Art Canopy Bed, Ex. Collection of Estee Lauder

Colonial Painted Folk Art Canopy Bed, Ex. Collection of Estee Lauder

Located in Las Vegas, NV

rare size unique Folk Art form identified as from early Germanic settlements of Texas, 19th century

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Folk Art Painted Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair 19th Century Italian Painted Twin Headboards
Pair 19th Century Italian Painted Twin Headboards

Pair 19th Century Italian Painted Twin Headboards

Located in New Orleans, LA

Pair 19th century Italian painted twin headboards; the central pastoral landscape scenes surrounded

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Pine

One Gustavian Style Antique Swedish Carved Painted Headboards, 19th Century
One Gustavian Style Antique Swedish Carved Painted Headboards, 19th Century

One Gustavian Style Antique Swedish Carved Painted Headboards, 19th Century

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

One Gustavian style antique Swedish carved painted headboards 19th century traditional headboard

Category

Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Cottage Ride Headboard
Cottage Ride Headboard

Cottage Ride Headboard

Unavailable|$2,650

Cottage Ride Headboard

By Derapage Design

Located in San Francisco, CA

This King size headboard has a hand carved bolection molded frame with butted scrolls at the

Category

Antique 19th Century American Beds and Bed Frames

Eriu Headboard with 19th Century Hand-Dyed Damask with Silk Braid
Eriu Headboard with 19th Century Hand-Dyed Damask with Silk Braid

Eriu Headboard with 19th Century Hand-Dyed Damask with Silk Braid

By Ensemblier London

Located in Wantage, GB

craftsmanship using the finest materials. Fabric: Ensemblier-sourced antique 19th-century damask, hand

Category

2010s British Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wool, Damask, Silk, Upholstery, Natural Fiber, Beech

COTTAGE RIDGE HEADBOARD
COTTAGE RIDGE HEADBOARD

COTTAGE RIDGE HEADBOARD

Unavailable|$3,312

COTTAGE RIDGE HEADBOARD

By Derapage Design

Located in San Francisco, CA

This queen size headboard has a hand carved bolection molded frame with butted scrolls at the

Category

Antique 19th Century American Beds and Bed Frames

OLDSTONE HEADBOARD
OLDSTONE HEADBOARD

OLDSTONE HEADBOARD

Unavailable|$2,100

OLDSTONE HEADBOARD

By Derapage Design

Located in San Francisco, CA

This rectilinear head board has two 3" square posts that supports a stepped and mitered crest rail and upholstered center. Shown in Queen size, Available in King Size as well.
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Category

Antique 19th Century American Beds and Bed Frames

Antique French Bed - Headboard, Footboard, Siderails
Antique French Bed - Headboard, Footboard, Siderails

Antique French Bed - Headboard, Footboard, Siderails

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique bed from France, late 19th century. Upholstered headboard with intricately carved wood

Category

Antique 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Beds and Bed Frames

Italian Baroque Headboard
Italian Baroque Headboard

Italian Baroque Headboard

Unavailable|$3,495

Italian Baroque Headboard

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Elaborately carved Baroque-style headboard painted gilt with dark olive contrasts. This opulent

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Baroque Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

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19th Century Headboard For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic 19th century headboard available at 1stDibs. Each 19th century headboard for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and giltwood. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect 19th century headboard — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right 19th century headboard, those designed in Rococo, Baroque and Louis XVI styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made 19th century headboard over the years, but those crafted by The Herts Brothers are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

Finding the Right Beds-frames for You

We find relaxation and solace in our bedrooms, which are often the most cherished rooms of a home. Your antique, new or vintage bed and bed frame are integral to this oasis of personal comfort.

Beds and bed frames have long been an important part of the sanctuary that is the bedroom. For the upper class in countries such as England, the massive, costly beds of the 16th and 17th centuries were decorative and of the poster variety. Some were characterized by large painted wooden headboards, often made of oak, that featured ornate carvings and richly colored curtains affixed to each of the two or four posts — think of today’s sumptuous upholstered headboards as a distant cousin to these luxurious furnishings. The heavy fabric curtains were drawn across a fringed canopy to close out the sunlight that might’ve warmed your grandiose and opulent bedchambers. This feature could also offer privacy as desired, because, as we all know, a bedroom is for more than just sleeping

Coiled springs didn’t make their way into mattresses until the 1800s, which likely made for a far more comfortable night’s sleep for many. Bed frames of cast iron and brass were introduced during the mid- to late-19th century. Later, the 20th century brought with it marvelous innovations for slumberland, among them daybeds from the likes of George Nelson and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich as well as convertible sofa beds.

Today, you will find a range of beds geared toward your individual personality and preferred style of decor. When shopping for a bed and bed frame, keep in mind that you’ve got options. Sizes range from twin to California king. At 76 inches wide and 80 inches long, a king-size bed is roughly 16 inches wider than a queen-size mattress, and your bed frame will likely add two to five inches to each side. (The California king bed is 84 inches long.)

From dramatic bedroom designs to uncomplicated, minimalist approaches, the bedroom has evolved into the haven that it should be: a peaceful place of respite, where we begin and end every day. Take the time to create your very own oasis — you deserve it. Rest easy with an expansive collection of antique, new and vintage beds and bed frames available on 1stDibs.

Questions About 19th Century Headboard
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, there were cannons in the 16th century. The history of the weapon dates back to 12th-century China. Historical records suggest that the first cannons appeared in Europe during the Islamic wars in Iberia in the 13th century. Find a range of antique cannons on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, the history of glass-making goes back much further than the 1600s. It’s believed that they were making glass in different parts of the world at least 3,600 years ago, maybe even longer. During the late Bronze Age in Egypt and in Western Asia, glassmarking advanced significantly and was manipulated extensively to produce vessels, jewelry, and works of art. Shop a range of antique and vintage glass on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What painting is the most important of the 20th century is largely a matter of personal opinion. Some notable works produced during the period include Paul Cézanne's Mont Sainte-Victoire, Pablo Picasso's Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, Henri Matisse's The Dance and Jackson Pollock's Lavender Mist. Shop a large selection of 20th-century paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A variety of furniture was used during the 16th century. Items commonly found in homes include high-backed armchairs, chests, stools, benches and cupboards. Most European artisans active during the time period produced pieces out of oak wood. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What 17th-century furniture is called varies. The general term for all furniture produced 100 years ago, including 17th-century pieces, is antique furniture. You may also choose to be more specific and describe a piece by its style. Theatrical and lavish, the Baroque style was prevalent across Europe from the 17th to the mid-18th century and spread around the world through colonialism, including in Asia, Africa and the Americas. Baroque furniture was extravagant in all aspects, from shape to materials. 17th-century pieces from England often feature characteristics of the William and Mary style, such as crisp lines, maple and walnut veneers, inlaid bands and C-scroll ornaments. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 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.
  • 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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