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20th Century Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality four door breakfront bookcase of small proportions. The top of the
Category
Early 20th Century English George III Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Flame Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase 20th Century
Located in London, GB
mid 20th Century
The top features a moulded cornice with a dental and arcaded frieze. The four
Category
Mid-20th Century English Georgian Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Pair Flame Mahogany Breakfront Bookcases 20th Century
Located in London, GB
from the mid 20th Century.
The tops features moulded cornices with dental and arcaded friezes. The
Category
Mid-20th Century English Georgian Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
20th Century French Two-Part Breakfront Bookcase
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
20th Century French breakfront Bibliotheque bookcase with wire to the upper doors.
Featuring
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Flame Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase / Display Cabinet 20th Century
Located in London, GB
, dating from the mid 20th Century and the rear bearing the makers label for the renowned 20th Century
Category
Mid-20th Century Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
H 84.26 in W 79.53 in D 14.57 in
Early 20th Century American George II Style Breakfront China Cabinet
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine quality American made George II style bookcase, breakfront, china cabinet in mahongay with
Category
Early 20th Century American Georgian Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Boxwood, Mahogany
Monumental Georgian Style Breakfront
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A large and beautifully crafted Breakfront with striking inset Burl doors and a particularly strong
Category
20th Century Georgian Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Wood
Mahogany Breakfront Sideboard
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
An English, Mahogany, breakfront sideboard fitted with original hardware, and having two central
Category
Early 20th Century English Sideboards
Materials
Wood
Mid Century Modern Profiles by Drexel Mahogany & Ebonized Breakfront Cabinet
By Drexel
Located in Big Flats, NY
A Mid Century Modern breakfront cabinet by Drexel of the Profiles line offers glass upper over
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany, Glass
H 80 in W 66.25 in D 16.25 in
Very Fine Custom French Cherry Breakfront
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Massive French cherry biblioteque breakfront, cavetto cornice top with center arch above a carved
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Sideboards
Materials
Brass
Hundevad Danish Mid Century Modern Teakwood Breakfront Cabinet C1960
Located in Big Flats, NY
Mid Century Modern Teakwood Breakfront Cabinet C1960
Measures - 29.25"H x 54.5"W x 17.25"D
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Exceptional French Provincial Style Cherry Breakfront
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A remarkable Provincial French style cabinet with many fine floral carved details. With a cavetto cornice top with center arch above a carved central floral basket and flowering vine...
Category
20th Century French Provincial Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Cherry
Painted Breakfront Console Table
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
20th century French painted pine breakfront console table with carved legs, a frieze rail and a
Category
Mid-20th Century French Console Tables
Materials
Pine
Oak breakfront open bookcase
Located in Cheshire, GB
Oak open bookcase. The large, well-figured rectangular breakfront top above three bays of
Category
Early 20th Century British Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Georgian Style Chinoisserie Breakfront Cabinet Attr. Karges
By Karges Furniture
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A fantastic, highly decorative Georgian Chinoiserie style breakfront cabinet in two sections
Category
20th Century Chinoiserie Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Wood
Edmund Spence Credenza Breakfront
By Edmond J. Spence
Located in New York, NY
it has been in position since the mid-20th century. Measures: Height to top of lower case 31.5 inches
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Bernhardt Georgian Carved Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet
By Bernhardt
Located in South Bend, IN
Furniture
USA, Mid-20th Century
Stunning carved mahogany, with mullioned glass front doors, and original
Category
Mid-20th Century American Georgian Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Georgian Inlaid Mahogany Lighted Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet
Located in South Bend, IN
cabinet
USA, Late 20th Century
Beautiful carved mahogany, with satinwood inlay, mullioned glass front
Category
Late 20th Century American Georgian Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Mahogany Breakfront Library Bookcase
Located in Cheshire, GB
Figured mahogany library bookcase. The molded cornice above four glazed doors open to reveal an adjustable shelved interior. To the base fitted with four paneled doors opening to rev...
Category
Early 20th Century British Bookcases
Materials
Wood
Oak Breakfront Vitrine, circa 1920
Located in Evergreen, CO
This beautiful oak vitrine showcases a breakfront design with multiple shelves for displaying your
Category
Early 20th Century European Vitrines
Materials
Oak
Large walnut breakfront low bookcase
Located in Cheshire, GB
Arts and crafts walnut bookcase, the rectangular breakfront top having a raised gallery back, above
Category
Early 20th Century British Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Mahogany Breakfront Four Shelves
By RWAY
Located in Pasadena, TX
A 5ft multi-use vintage RWAY breakfront cabinet. Two large shelves on top can hold anything from
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Mahogany
Bethehem Furn. Rosewood Neoclassical Bookcase Breakfront Entertainment Cabinet
By Bethlehem Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
breakfront / bookcase. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 84" H x 95" W x 18" D. Top section alone
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Bookcases
Materials
Brass
H 84 in W 95 in D 18 in
Baker Mahogany Federal Style Bookcase China Cabinet Breakfront
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Long Branch, NJ
Vintage Baker Mahogany Federal Style Bookcase China Cabinet Breakfront
Dimensions : 94" Tall X 76
Category
Mid-20th Century American Regency Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Large English Ebonised Glazed Pine Breakfront Bookcase
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa Mid-20thC
Large English Ebonised Glazed Pine Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet
sku 1318
We can also
Category
Mid-20th Century Bookcases
Materials
Pine
Baker Furniture Historic Charleston Chippendale Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
Baker Furniture, "Historic Charleston" Collection
USA, Late 20th Century
Flame mahogany, with
Category
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Bookcases
Materials
Brass
H 91 in W 70.75 in D 19.5 in
8FT Vintage Wood Credenza Breakfront Sideboard Buffet
Located in Pasadena, TX
Along the right hand side is a cabinet door that opens up to an open storage space with a mirror shelf (It can be replaceable for a wood shelf if desired) above that are two regular ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Wood
Mid Century Modern French Country Hand Painted Drexel Breakfront Display Cabinet
By Drexel
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern French Country Style Hand Painted Breakfront Display Cabinet by Drexel
The Mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown French Provincial Cabinets
Materials
Wood
H 84 in W 61.5 in D 18 in
Henredon English Georgian Inlaid Yew Wood Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
, "18th Century Portfolio" Collection.
USA, 20th Century
Carved yew wood, with inlaid shell
Category
20th Century American Georgian Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Large Georgian Style Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase Councill Furniture
By Councill
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are excited to offer for sale this large Georgian-style mahogany breakfront bookcase Councill
Category
20th Century British Bookcases
Materials
Hardwood
H 94.49 in W 78.75 in D 15.75 in
French Louis XVI Rosewood Regency Style Brass-Mounted Breakfront
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Regency style brass mounted 4-door breakfront. Centre glass doors each contain 5 glass shelves. The
Category
20th Century Regency Cupboards
Materials
Brass
Sheraton Revival Satinwood Breakfront Bookcase
Located in Cheshire, GB
Sheraton revival satinwood cabinet, the carved moulded cornice above large central astragal glazed doors flanked by two further glazed panels. The central door opens to reveal uphols...
Category
Early 20th Century British Bookcases
Materials
Satinwood
Large English Flame Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1920
Large English Flame Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
An exceptional example
sku 2018
Category
20th Century Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
Maslow Freen French Empire Style Breakfront Bookcase China Cabinet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, quality American craftsmanship, circa mid-20th century. Measures: 90" H x 77" W x 16" D.
Category
20th Century American Empire Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Chinese Chippendale Henredon Mahogany Finished Breakfront Lighted Cabinet
By Henredon
Located in Topeka, KS
the condition report. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Late 20th Century.
BIG
Category
Late 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Cabinets
Materials
Brass
H 85.25 in W 79 in D 18.25 in
Antique Georgian Satinwood Banded Carved Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Elkhart, IN
Baker Furniture
USA, Circa Early 20th Century
Stunning book-matched mahogany, with satinwood and ebony
Category
Early 20th Century American Georgian Bookcases
Materials
Brass
H 81 in W 41 in D 22.5 in
Vintage Henkel Harris Two Piece Breakfront
Located in Annville, PA
A Vintage Henkel Harris Two Piece Breakfront brought to you by Niagara Furniture. This china closet
Category
Late 20th Century Renaissance Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Custom Georgian Style Breakfront Secretary in Mahogany and Burl
Located in Bridgeport, CT
shelf and a drawer each. The center doors open to a single shelf. Fine brass hardware. The Breakfront
Category
20th Century Unknown Georgian Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
Louis XV Long Oak Breakfront Sideboard
Located in Evergreen, CO
wood's grain, this gorgeous sideboard from the early 20th century features carvings of shells, acanthus
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Louis XV Sideboards
Materials
Oak
VINTAGE GEORGIAN STYLE FLAMED HARDWOOD BREAKFRONT DISPLAY CABiNET BOOKCASE
Located in Pulborough, GB
Antiques of London
We are delighted to offer for sale this Lovely Vintage Georgian Style Display Cabinet Bookcase.
A very good well made and solid bookcase in a good condition, ...
Category
20th Century British Bookcases
Materials
Hardwood
H 78.35 in W 77.96 in D 16.54 in
Maslow Freen French Empire Style Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase China Cabinet
By Maslow Freen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
shelves, quality American craftsmanship. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 90" H x 77" W x 16" D.
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Other Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Georgian Carved Jonathan Charles Flame Mahogany Narrow China Cabinet Breakfront
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
largest or most complex items such as breakfronts or crystal chandeliers or other items of greater
Category
20th Century Cabinets
Materials
Fruitwood
H 92 in W 48.5 in D 19.25 in
Georgian Style Mahogany Satinwood Inlay Breakfront Bookcase Bubble Glass Cabinet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, working lock and key and brass trim down the upper glass doors. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 83
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Georgian Cabinets
Materials
Brass
H 83 in W 66 in D 16 in
Antique French Parquetry Bronze Ormolu Display China Cabinet Breakfront
Located in West Hartford, CT
Magnificent antique French two tiered display cabinet breakfront with marble top credenza and
Category
Early 20th Century Baroque Vitrines
Materials
Marble, Bronze
English Carved Oak Breakfront Cabinet, circa 1900
Located in Evergreen, CO
Carved in England in the early-20th century, this handsome breakfront cabinet boasts an imposing
Category
Early 20th Century English Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Signed Henredon Furniture Illuminated Mahogany Corner Cabinet China Breakfront
By Henredon
Located in West Hartford, CT
Exceptional hand carved Henredon mahogany corner cabinet that features well lit design with geometric symmetry and balanced detail as well as gorgeous lattice work front. Glass shel...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards
Materials
Glass, Mahogany
H 94 in W 48 in D 18 in
C1930s Era English Made Federal Style Mahogany Breakfront China Cabinet Bookcase
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Federal style breakfront with 3 doors with 3 shelves over 3 doors each containing 1 shelf.
Category
20th Century Federal Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
H 97 in W 67 in D 19 in
Baker Furniture Style Georgian Flame Mahogany Bubble Glass Breakfront Bookcase
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
secretary desk
In the manner of Baker Furniture
USA, Circa Mid-20th Century
Stunning book-matched flame
Category
Mid-20th Century American Georgian Bookcases
Materials
Brass
H 91 in W 66.25 in D 16.63 in
French Pair Neoclassic Breakfront Bookcase Consoles w/Beautiful Brass Accents
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French pair of Neoclassical style bookcase consoles with brass accents, from the mid 20th century
Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Bookcases
Materials
Brass
H 36.25 in W 52 in D 12.25 in
STUNNING PAIR OF GEORGIAN STYLE BREAKFRONT BOOKCASES DISPLAY CABINET WiTH DRAWER
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale This stunning pair of Georgian-style breakfront bookcases
Category
20th Century British Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Hardwood
H 78.35 in W 77.96 in D 16.54 in
Antique Thomas Chippendale Revival Inverted Breakfront Partner Desk Leather Top
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
, partner desk with Regency brown Leather top and inverted breakfront
A very good looking and well made
Category
20th Century English Victorian Desks
Materials
Hardwood, Leather
H 30.12 in W 53.94 in D 30.32 in
Baker Furniture Style Georgian Carved Flame Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
Baker Furniture
USA, Circa Mid-20th Century
Stunning book-matched flame mahogany, with mullioned glass
Category
Mid-20th Century American Georgian Cabinets
Materials
Brass
H 87 in W 65.75 in D 13.5 in
English Mahogany Black Lacquered Breakfront Display Cabinet
Located in Dallas, TX
Handsome English mahogany black lacquered breakfront display cabinet. A very fine piece for a
Category
Early 20th Century English Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Mahogany
Ralph Lauren Noble Estate Georgian Mahogany Bunching China Cabinet Breakfront
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Dayton, OH
Ralph Laurens Noble Estate Bunching China 1840-22 , circa last quarter 20th century. An
Category
Late 20th Century Georgian Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Mahogany
H 102.5 in W 94 in D 24 in
Louis XV Carved Breakfront Oak Vitrine Hutch
Located in Evergreen, CO
. Crafted from beautiful European oak at the beginning of the twentieth century, the hutch is carved with
Category
Early 20th Century European Louis XV Vitrines
Materials
Glass, Oak
Vintage Burr Yew Wood Breakfront Sideboard with Four Drawers & Original Key
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
sideboard with drawers, the breakfront really adds a nice look and feel to it
We have cleaned waxed and
Category
20th Century English Country Sideboards
Materials
Yew
H 34.85 in W 70.48 in D 18.9 in
Exceptional Custom Mahogany Breakfront Server Cabinet by Joseph Gerte, Boston
By Joseph Gerte
Located in Milford, NH
. This breakfront dates to the mid-20th century and is in very good to excellent overall condition, with
Category
Mid-20th Century American Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Mahogany, Satinwood
H 88 in W 74 in D 17 in
Antique French Regency Louis XVI Carved Cherry Wood Lighted Breakfront Bookcase
Located in South Bend, IN
breakfront bookcase
USA, Circa Late 20th Century
Carved cherry wood, with glass front and sides, and
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Bookcases
Materials
Brass
H 87.75 in W 63.5 in D 19 in
Large Quality Satinwood Astral Glazed Breakfront Display Cabinet
Located in Suffolk, GB
Large quality satinwood astral glazed breakfront display cabinet with original painted decoration
Category
Early 20th Century English Cabinets
Materials
Satinwood
George III Style Mahogany Breakfront Library Bookcase
Located in Cheshire, GB
Large George III style mahogany display bookcase the projecting carved molded cornice above four large well-figured astragal glazed doors, opening to reveal an adjustable shelved int...
Category
Late 20th Century British Bookcases
Materials
Wood
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20th Century Breakfront For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic 20th century breakfront available at 1stDibs. Each 20th century breakfront for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, glass and mahogany. Your living room may not be complete without a 20th century breakfront — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A 20th century breakfront, designed in the Georgian, Mid-Century Modern or Regency style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made 20th century breakfront has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Baker Furniture Company, Beacon Hill and Bevan Funnell Ltd. are consistently popular.
How Much is a 20th Century Breakfront?
The average selling price for a 20th century breakfront at 1stDibs is $4,700, while they’re typically $1,000 on the low end and $95,000 for the highest priced.
Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.
In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.
Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.
Questions About 20th Century Breakfront
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, 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, 2022Yes, 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, 2022Yes, 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, 2022In 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, 2024To 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, 2022A 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, 2024What 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, 2022One 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, 2022Sir 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, 2022British 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, 202217th-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 ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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 ExpertJanuary 10, 2025The 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, 2022At 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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