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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

20th Century Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
20th Century Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
$4,119
H 80 in W 49 in D 17.5 in
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

Early 20th Century Painted 4 Door Secretaire Breakfront Library Bookcase
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
Decorative Early 20th-Century Painted Mahogany 4-Door Secretaire Breakfront Library Bookcase
Category

Early 20th Century British George III Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Mid 20th Century Custom Country French Breakfront Cabinet in Painted Finish
Located in Charlottesville, VA
A mid 20th century custom-made country French breakfront cabinet, finished in a distressed pale
Category

Mid-20th Century British Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Paint

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

Monumental Georgian Style Breakfront
Monumental Georgian Style Breakfront
$11,000
H 92 in W 97.5 in D 22 in
Architectural Breakfront Display Cabinet by Drexel Heritage, USA, Late 20th Cent
By Drexel
Located in Worcester, GB
Architectural Breakfront Display Cabinet by Drexel Heritage, USA, Late 20th Century A substantial
Category

Late 20th Century American Cabinets

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

Mid Century Modern Profiles by Drexel Mahogany & Ebonized Breakfront Cabinet
Mid Century Modern Profiles by Drexel Mahogany & Ebonized Breakfront Cabinet
$2,360 Sale Price
20% Off
H 80 in W 66.25 in D 16.25 in
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

Mahogany Breakfront Sideboard
Mahogany Breakfront Sideboard
$6,250
H 37.5 in W 72 in D 25.5 in
Extraordinary Karges Chippendale Style Grand Breakfront
By Karges Furniture
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A fine massive stepped Breakfront with a carved dentil cornice over six glazed doors with mullions
Category

20th Century American Chippendale Cabinets

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

Hundevad Danish Mid Century Modern Teakwood Breakfront Cabinet C1960
Hundevad Danish Mid Century Modern Teakwood Breakfront Cabinet C1960
$3,160 Sale Price
20% Off
H 29.25 in W 54.5 in D 17.25 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

Very Fine Custom French Cherry Breakfront
Very Fine Custom French Cherry Breakfront
$8,000
H 95.5 in W 91 in D 22.25 in
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

Painted Breakfront Console Table
Painted Breakfront Console Table
$3,446
H 33 in W 71.5 in D 14 in
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

Vintage Regency Crown Glass Breakfront
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Presenting a sophisticated vintage Hollywood Regency breakfront, a magnificent piece designed to
Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Vintage Regency Crown Glass Breakfront
Vintage Regency Crown Glass Breakfront
$1,450
H 69.75 in W 42 in D 17 in
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

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

Edmund Spence Credenza Breakfront
Edmund Spence Credenza Breakfront
$4,000
H 74.5 in W 75 in D 20 in
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

ViNTAGE BEVAN FUNNELL HARDWOOD BREAKFRONT BOOKCASE DISPLAY CABINET
By Bevan Funnell Ltd.
Located in Pulborough, GB
Antiques of London This exceptional vintage breakfront bookcase and display cabinet is by Bevan
Category

20th Century British Bookcases

Materials

Hardwood

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

Oak Breakfront Vitrine, circa 1920
Oak Breakfront Vitrine, circa 1920
$1,795
H 58.5 in W 41.5 in D 19.5 in
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

Large walnut breakfront low bookcase
Large walnut breakfront low bookcase
$9,443
H 40.5 in W 108.5 in D 16.5 in
Karges Fine Fruitwood Mid Century Modern Beveled Glass Breakfront Cabinet MINT
By Karges Furniture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Karges Fine Fruitwood Mid Century Modern Beveled Glass Breakfront Cabinet MINT
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

Materials

Glass, Fruitwood

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

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

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

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

Large English Ebonised Glazed Pine Breakfront Bookcase
Large English Ebonised Glazed Pine Breakfront Bookcase
$12,338
H 83.08 in W 74.41 in D 19.69 in
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

Vintage Mahogany Breakfront Four Shelves
Vintage Mahogany Breakfront Four Shelves
$2,320 Sale Price
20% Off
H 58.5 in W 60 in D 21.25 in
Vintage Regency Lacquered Chinoiserie Pagoda Breakfront
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Presenting an exquisite Vintage Hollywood Regency Lacquered Chinoiserie Pagoda Breakfront, a true
Category

Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Cabinets

Materials

Brass

STUNNING GEORGIAN STYLE BREAKFRONT FOUR DOOR DISPLAY CABiNET BOOKCASE
Located in Pulborough, GB
Antiques of London We are delighted to offer for sale this Stunning Georgian-Style Breakfront
Category

20th Century British Bookcases

Materials

Hardwood

Baker Furniture Style Georgian Flame Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
manner of Baker Furniture By Trogdon Furniture USA, Mid-20th Century Carved flame mahogany, with
Category

Mid-20th Century American Georgian Bookcases

Materials

Brass

French Louis XVI Rosewood Regency Style Brass-Mounted Breakfront
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This exceptional French Louis XVI rosewood breakfront showcases the grandeur and refinement of
Category

20th Century Regency Cupboards

Materials

Brass

French Louis XVI Rosewood Regency Style Brass-Mounted Breakfront
French Louis XVI Rosewood Regency Style Brass-Mounted Breakfront
$2,800 Sale Price
20% Off
H 98.5 in W 88 in D 16 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

8FT Vintage Wood Credenza Breakfront Sideboard Buffet
8FT Vintage Wood Credenza Breakfront Sideboard Buffet
$4,900
H 34.75 in W 20.25 in D 97.25 in
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

French Style Marble Top Breakfront Console Table w/Drawer
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vintage American carved-wood, breakfront console table with marble top and single drawer. This
Category

20th Century American Console Tables

Materials

Marble

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

Large English Flame Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
Large English Flame Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
$20,610
H 86.23 in W 83.86 in D 17.33 in
Antique Georgian Mahogany Bubble Glass Breakfront Cabinet Bookcase by Vanleigh
By Vanleigh Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
grain. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 80" H x 58" W x 16" D x 27.5" Leg clearance. Bottom alone
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Georgian Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Vintage Beacon Hill Georgian Mahogany Breakfront China Cabinet Desk Bookcase
By Beacon Hill
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, working lock and key, quality American craftsmanship, great style and form. Circa Early 20th Century
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Georgian Cabinets

Materials

Glass, 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

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

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

Vintage Henkel Harris Two Piece Breakfront
Vintage Henkel Harris Two Piece Breakfront
$4,345
H 79 in W 66 in D 17 in
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

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

Henredon Large 78" Wide Mahogany Breakfront MINT
By Henredon
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Henredon Large 78" Wide Mahogany Breakfront MINT
Category

20th Century American Chippendale Vitrines

Materials

Mahogany

VINTAGE BURR & BURL WALNUT LIBRARY BOOKCASE BREAKFRONT SIDEBOARD WITH DRAWERs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
& Burl Walnut breakfront sideboard with bank of drawers to the middle Please note the delivery fee
Category

20th Century English Country Sideboards

Materials

Walnut

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

Chinoiserie Breakfront China Cabinet Bookcase Union National
By Union National
Located in Bradenton, FL
Large Scale Union National Chinoiserie Breakfront China Cabinet Bookcase. Hand-painted and signed
Category

Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Chippendale Mahogany Ball & Claw Breakfront China Cabinet by Baker of London
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, high quality reproduction Chippendale breakfront with original brass tag. Circa Late 20th Century
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Chippendale Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

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

Henredon Neoclassical or French Empire Cherry and Burl Wood Breakfront Bookcase
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
dining cabinet By Henredon USA, Late 20th Century Carved cherry and burl wood, with glass front doors
Category

Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Bookcases

Materials

Brass

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

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

Georgian Carved Jonathan Charles Flame Mahogany Narrow China Cabinet Breakfront
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Elevate your home décor with this stunning Jonathan Charles display cabinet, a masterpiece of traditional craftsmanship and timeless elegance. Expertly constructed from rich mahogany...
Category

20th Century Cabinets

Materials

Fruitwood

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

Mid-20th Century British Bookcases

Materials

Wood

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

Leather, Hardwood

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

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

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

Louis XV Carved Breakfront Oak Vitrine Hutch
Louis XV Carved Breakfront Oak Vitrine Hutch
$3,495
H 78.5 in W 47.75 in D 20.25 in
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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, 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 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
    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 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 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
    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 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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