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Antique 19th Century English Mochaware Mug
Antique 19th Century English Mochaware Mug

Antique 19th Century English Mochaware Mug

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

were used as bar wares in England in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Because of their original

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Folk Art Pottery

Materials

Earthenware

Antique 19th Century English Mochaware Mug
Antique 19th Century English Mochaware Mug

Antique 19th Century English Mochaware Mug

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

were used as bar wares in England in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Because of their original

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Folk Art Pottery

Materials

Earthenware

19th Century Mocha Seaweed Mug
19th Century Mocha Seaweed Mug

19th Century Mocha Seaweed Mug

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This 19th century mocha yellow ware mug with the blue sea weed pattern is in good condition. This

Category

Antique 19th Century American Adirondack Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

19th Century French Creamware Mug
19th Century French Creamware Mug

19th Century French Creamware Mug

Located in Sheffield, MA

Very rare and early 19th century, possibly earlier French stoneware pottery mug has a blue spatter

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Country Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

Mid 19th Century Delft Mug
Mid 19th Century Delft Mug

Mid 19th Century Delft Mug

Located in Charlottesville, VA

Morning coffee or a flower vase. A nice decoration.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Dutch Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

19th century Hand Carved Drinking Mug or Tankard
19th century Hand Carved Drinking Mug or Tankard

19th century Hand Carved Drinking Mug or Tankard

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

19th century Hand Carved Drinking Mug or Stein Beautifully turned with a pinned hinged lid, the

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Antique 19th Century Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Yew

Two beer mugs, German, 19th century
Two beer mugs, German, 19th century

Two beer mugs, German, 19th century

Located in Nice, FR

Hello! These are two beer mugs made of cut or etched glass, with a metal lid, pewter . Here are

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Antique 1860s German Bohemian Pitchers

Materials

Art Glass

Pair of Rose Medallion Export Porcelain Mugs, China, 19th Century
Pair of Rose Medallion Export Porcelain Mugs, China, 19th Century

Pair of Rose Medallion Export Porcelain Mugs, China, 19th Century

Located in Norton, MA

Rare early pair of Rose Medallion Export porcelain mugs, China, 19th century.  

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Export Famille Verte Yellow Dragon Motif Mugs
Pair of 19th Century Chinese Export Famille Verte Yellow Dragon Motif Mugs

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Export Famille Verte Yellow Dragon Motif Mugs

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of 19th century Chinese Export Famille Verte yellow Dragon motif mugs, Each one decorated with

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Children's Silver Plate Mug - Inscribed 'Walter' - Late 19th Century
Antique Children's Silver Plate Mug - Inscribed 'Walter' - Late 19th Century

Antique Children's Silver Plate Mug - Inscribed 'Walter' - Late 19th Century

Located in Chatham, ON

Palmette design tooling - cast 'C' form handle - no maker's name - likely Continental - late 19th century

Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

19th Century English Silverplate Barware Mug Depicting Knights in Battle
19th Century English Silverplate Barware Mug Depicting Knights in Battle

19th Century English Silverplate Barware Mug Depicting Knights in Battle

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Nineteenth century Victorian period English silverplate mug with exceptional repousse designs in

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Chinese Export Porcelain Mug Hand Painted Mid 19th Century Circa 1860
Chinese Export Porcelain Mug Hand Painted Mid 19th Century Circa 1860

Chinese Export Porcelain Mug Hand Painted Mid 19th Century Circa 1860

Located in Katonah, NY

This large and beautiful Chinese mug is hand-painted with beautiful flowers. This mug dates to the

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Miniature silver beer mug
Miniature silver beer mug

Miniature silver beer mug

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Miniature silver beer mug with embossed Puttins, wavy base and lid and perfectly

Category

Antique 19th Century European Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver

English Staffordshire Frog Mug with Hand Colored Garden Scenes, 19th Century
English Staffordshire Frog Mug with Hand Colored Garden Scenes, 19th Century

English Staffordshire Frog Mug with Hand Colored Garden Scenes, 19th Century

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Staffordshire frog mug transfer printed in brown and over painted by hand. One side depicts fruit

Category

Antique 1830s English Early Victorian Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware, Paint

Vintage Ironstone Shaving Mug
Vintage Ironstone Shaving Mug

Vintage Ironstone Shaving Mug

Located in Sheffield, MA

Wonderfully nostalgic white ironstone shaving mug is faintly labeled "Shaving Mug" on the front

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Antique Late 19th Century Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Ironstone

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Embossed and Engraved Mug 19th Century
Antique Victorian Silver Plated Embossed and Engraved Mug 19th Century

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Embossed and Engraved Mug 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a delightful antique Victorian English silver plated engraved and embossed mug, circa 1870

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Antique 1870s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique 19th Century Indian Kutch Solid Silver Mug, Oomersi Mawji Bhuj c.1890
Antique 19th Century Indian Kutch Solid Silver Mug, Oomersi Mawji Bhuj c.1890

Antique 19th Century Indian Kutch Solid Silver Mug, Oomersi Mawji Bhuj c.1890

By Oomersi Mawji

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique 19th Century Indian Kutch (Cutch) solid silver mug. This exceptionally fine tapered mug is

Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Other Metalwork

Materials

Silver

Green English Bamboo Mug
Green English Bamboo Mug

Green English Bamboo Mug

Located in New York, NY

19th century Dimensions: 3.75" diameter x 7.75" height.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Serving Pieces

Materials

Pottery

Large Mochaware Mug
Large Mochaware Mug

Large Mochaware Mug

Located in Katonah, NY

This mochaware mug was made to hold a quart of beer or lager. It was made in England circa 1870

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Pottery

Materials

Earthenware

Set of Six Faux Porphyry Mugs
Set of Six Faux Porphyry Mugs

Set of Six Faux Porphyry Mugs

Located in New York, NY

19th century. Dimensions: 3.5" diameter x 4" Height; 4.75" wide from edge to handle.

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Ceramics

Materials

Majolica

Antique Doulton Lambeth mug
Antique Doulton Lambeth mug

Antique Doulton Lambeth mug

Located in Ipswich, GB

Antique Doulton Lambeth mug with a decorated hunting scene and a shaped handle in light and dark

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Cricket Mug, Staffordshire.
Antique Cricket Mug, Staffordshire.

Antique Cricket Mug, Staffordshire.

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

Staffordshire Cricket Mug. An early Staffordshire Cricket mug, the body in cream colour with three

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Sporting Art Sports Equipment and Memor...

Materials

Ceramic

Silver 19 Century Chinese Export Dragon-Handled Mug / Tankard
Silver 19 Century Chinese Export Dragon-Handled Mug / Tankard

Silver 19 Century Chinese Export Dragon-Handled Mug / Tankard

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

19th Century Chinese Export Silver Mug / Tankard, the sides are beautifully decorated in relief

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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork

Materials

Silver

Martin Brothers Early Unglazed Black Pottery Double Face Mug
Martin Brothers Early Unglazed Black Pottery Double Face Mug

Martin Brothers Early Unglazed Black Pottery Double Face Mug

By Martin Brothers

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

dating from the 19th century. The mug is thickly potted and of rounded shape with simply molded faces to

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Pottery

Materials

Pottery

Antique Georgian silver Christening mug, Half Pint
Antique Georgian silver Christening mug, Half Pint

Antique Georgian silver Christening mug, Half Pint

Located in NEWARK, GB

A delightful antique Georgian era sterling silver mug or tankard. It has an engraved design to the

Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Mugs Set of Twelve
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Mugs Set of Twelve

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Mugs Set of Twelve

By Robert Roskell, Alan Roskell & John Mortimer Hunt

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

tot mugs - boxed; an addition to our range of wine and drink related silverware These exceptional

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Barware

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Calcutta Indian Hamilton Sterling Silver Mug from 1830s
Calcutta Indian Hamilton Sterling Silver Mug from 1830s

Calcutta Indian Hamilton Sterling Silver Mug from 1830s

Located in New York, NY

Indian sterling silver mug, made by Hamilton & Co. in Calcutta around the 1830s, adorned with

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Indian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Yates & Birch Pewter Half Pint Mug, 1839-1860
Yates & Birch Pewter Half Pint Mug, 1839-1860

Yates & Birch Pewter Half Pint Mug, 1839-1860

Located in Kenilworth, IL

Half pint pewter mug by Yates & Birch. The tapered mug has a beaded lip, inscribed beading at the

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Barware

Materials

Pewter

Gorham 1880 Sterling Silver Etched Child's Christening Mug with Aquatic Motifs
Gorham 1880 Sterling Silver Etched Child's Christening Mug with Aquatic Motifs

Gorham 1880 Sterling Silver Etched Child's Christening Mug with Aquatic Motifs

By Gorham

Located in New York, NY

Gorham special order sterling silver child's or christening mug, made around 1880, gilt inside

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

German Stein - Beer Mug - Tankard - Pot - Ceramic - Germany
German Stein - Beer Mug - Tankard - Pot - Ceramic - Germany

German Stein - Beer Mug - Tankard - Pot - Ceramic - Germany

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

Charming German beer stein from the mid-20th century. Ceramic stein decorated with floral designs

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century German Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Owens Art Pottery Standard Glaze Floral Decorated Mug Circa 1890
Antique Owens Art Pottery Standard Glaze Floral Decorated Mug Circa 1890

Antique Owens Art Pottery Standard Glaze Floral Decorated Mug Circa 1890

By J. B. Owens Pottery

Located in Big Flats, NY

the late 19th century, featuring a standard glaze with a beautifully hand-painted floral design. The

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Pottery

Materials

Pottery

Sterling silver mug, Henry Holland London depicting grazing cows, 1856.
Sterling silver mug, Henry Holland London depicting grazing cows, 1856.

Sterling silver mug, Henry Holland London depicting grazing cows, 1856.

Located in Milan, IT

Sterling silver 925/1000 mug, embossed, depicting grazing cows. Henry Holland sr. Victoria’s head

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Chinese Mandarin Palette tankard / mug in polychrome enamels, c. 1815
Chinese Mandarin Palette tankard / mug in polychrome enamels, c. 1815

Chinese Mandarin Palette tankard / mug in polychrome enamels, c. 1815

Located in Kenilworth, IL

Mandarin Palette mug in polychrome enamels with gilt highlights and twisted strap handle. The

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Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Georgian Sterling Silver Christening Mug by Joseph Angell, London 1825
Georgian Sterling Silver Christening Mug by Joseph Angell, London 1825

Georgian Sterling Silver Christening Mug by Joseph Angell, London 1825

By Joseph Angell I & John Angell I 1

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

with additional engraving later in the 19th century by the Victorians. This piece would make an

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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Chinese Qing Large Porcelain Floral Painted Cylindrical Mug
Chinese Qing Large Porcelain Floral Painted Cylindrical Mug

Chinese Qing Large Porcelain Floral Painted Cylindrical Mug

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

and probably dating from the latter 18th or possibly even early 19th century. The mug has a flat

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Big porcelain pipe: a waitress holding mugs of beer, Germany 1880.
Big porcelain pipe: a waitress holding mugs of beer, Germany 1880.

Big porcelain pipe: a waitress holding mugs of beer, Germany 1880.

Located in Milan, IT

three mugs full of beer, ready to be served. The amber mouthpiece is connected to the stove with a

Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Porcelain

George III Mug Made in Sheffield by Thomas Blagden & Company, 1815
George III Mug Made in Sheffield by Thomas Blagden & Company, 1815

George III Mug Made in Sheffield by Thomas Blagden & Company, 1815

Located in London, GB

A rare George III Mug made in Sheffield in 1815 by Thomas Blagden & Company. This very rare mug is

Category

Antique 19th Century English George III Pitchers

Materials

Silver

Pair of English miniature blue opaline blown glass mugs, c. 1830
Pair of English miniature blue opaline blown glass mugs, c. 1830

Pair of English miniature blue opaline blown glass mugs, c. 1830

Located in Kenilworth, IL

Pair of miniature blue opaline blown glass mugs with applied handle and gilt & enamel decoration

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Barware

Materials

Blown Glass

President William McKinley as Napoleon ' Small' Toby Mug, by Morris & Willmore
President William McKinley as Napoleon ' Small' Toby Mug, by Morris & Willmore

President William McKinley as Napoleon ' Small' Toby Mug, by Morris & Willmore

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

, Pennsylvania. This toby mug represents a surviving example of late 19th-century American political propaganda

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Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Pottery

Early Davenport Ironstone Mug Hand Painted Chinoiserie Pattern 659, circa 1815
Early Davenport Ironstone Mug Hand Painted Chinoiserie Pattern 659, circa 1815

Early Davenport Ironstone Mug Hand Painted Chinoiserie Pattern 659, circa 1815

By Davenport Porcelain

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a rare and early stone China (Ironstone) mug which dates to the George 111 period, circa

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Ceramics

Materials

Ironstone

President William McKinley as Napoleon Large Toby Mug, by Morris & Willmore
President William McKinley as Napoleon Large Toby Mug, by Morris & Willmore

President William McKinley as Napoleon Large Toby Mug, by Morris & Willmore

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

President William McKinley as Napoleon Large Toby Mug, by Morris & Willmore Made by Columbian Art

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Pottery

Mochaware Mug Banded with Brown Slip Made in England, Circa 1815
Mochaware Mug Banded with Brown Slip Made in England, Circa 1815

Mochaware Mug Banded with Brown Slip Made in England, Circa 1815

Located in Katonah, NY

ground gives the piece an unexpectedly modern visual appeal, a hallmark of the best early 19th-century

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Folk Art Barware

Materials

Earthenware

Bloor Derby Porcelain Porter Mug in the Manner of Steel C.1820-1825
Bloor Derby Porcelain Porter Mug in the Manner of Steel C.1820-1825

Bloor Derby Porcelain Porter Mug in the Manner of Steel C.1820-1825

By Bloor Derby

Located in Exeter, GB

A fine Bloor Derby Porcelain porter mug c.1820-1825, finely decorated in the manner of Thomas Steel

Category

Antique 19th Century European Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Tressemanes & Vogt Limoges Porcelain Set of 4 Cups Mugs, 1891-1907 Hand Painted
Tressemanes & Vogt Limoges Porcelain Set of 4 Cups Mugs, 1891-1907 Hand Painted

Tressemanes & Vogt Limoges Porcelain Set of 4 Cups Mugs, 1891-1907 Hand Painted

By T&V Limoges

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Antique porcelain cups or mugs with rounded handles feature a hand painted decor of grapes on the

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Porcelain

Materials

Gold

Georgian Masons PAIR of Mugs Ironstone in Chinese Scroll Ptn very rare, Ca 1818
Georgian Masons PAIR of Mugs Ironstone in Chinese Scroll Ptn very rare, Ca 1818

Georgian Masons PAIR of Mugs Ironstone in Chinese Scroll Ptn very rare, Ca 1818

By Mason's Ironstone

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

These are a matching PAIR of Ironstone pottery mugs made by the Mason's factory at Lane Delph

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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Pottery

Materials

Ironstone

Charming 1847 Victorian Sterling Silver Child’s Mug by J.C. Edington
Charming 1847 Victorian Sterling Silver Child’s Mug by J.C. Edington

Charming 1847 Victorian Sterling Silver Child’s Mug by J.C. Edington

By James Charles Edington

Located in London, London

in London in 1847 by renowned silversmith J.C. Edington. A superb example of 19th-century English

Category

Antique 1840s English Victorian Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare Set of Six Dram Mugs Made in London in 1871 by Richard Sibley
Rare Set of Six Dram Mugs Made in London in 1871 by Richard Sibley

Rare Set of Six Dram Mugs Made in London in 1871 by Richard Sibley

Located in London, GB

The mugs are modelled in the Georgian style and have tapering sides and a beaded rim and base. The

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian More Dining and Entertaining

Materials

Silver

Swedish Gilt Heavy Silver Mustard or Sauce Cup Antique Empire Mug 1827
Swedish Gilt Heavy Silver Mustard or Sauce Cup Antique Empire Mug 1827

Swedish Gilt Heavy Silver Mustard or Sauce Cup Antique Empire Mug 1827

Located in Sweden, SE

Fine and solid creation by unidentified Swedish silver works presumably in Stockholm, date mark is 1827. Stylish and authentic creature of classical geometry would accomplish your Em...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Empire Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver

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19th Century Mug For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal 19th century mug for your home. Frequently made of ceramic, metal and silver, every 19th century mug was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer 19th century mug, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A 19th century mug, designed in the Folk Art, Victorian or Georgian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made 19th century mug has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Mason's Ironstone, Leeching and Davenport Porcelain are consistently popular.

How Much is a 19th Century Mug?

A 19th century mug can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,100, while the lowest priced sells for $90 and the highest can go for as much as $6,571.

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 19th Century Mug
  • 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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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.
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    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.