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French Style Marble Top Breakfront Console Table w/Drawer
French Style Marble Top Breakfront Console Table w/Drawer

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

Baker Furniture Georgian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet, Circa 1960s
Baker Furniture Georgian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet, Circa 1960s

Baker Furniture Georgian Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet, Circa 1960s

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

Furniture USA, Circa Mid-20th Century Carved flame mahogany, with satinwood inlay, and mullioned glass

Category

Mid-20th Century American Georgian Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Maslow Freen French Empire Style Breakfront Bookcase China Cabinet
Maslow Freen French Empire Style Breakfront Bookcase China Cabinet

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 Henkel Harris Two Piece Breakfront
Vintage Henkel Harris Two Piece Breakfront

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 FRENCH COUNTRY PAINTED BREAKFRONT SiDEBOARD WITH WROUGHT IRON DOORS
VINTAGE FRENCH COUNTRY PAINTED BREAKFRONT SiDEBOARD WITH WROUGHT IRON DOORS

VINTAGE FRENCH COUNTRY PAINTED BREAKFRONT SiDEBOARD WITH WROUGHT IRON DOORS

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

, French style, hand painted bluish grey, antiqued breakfront sideboard or buffet with wrought iron doors

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vintage Beacon Hill Georgian Mahogany Breakfront China Cabinet Desk Bookcase
Vintage Beacon Hill Georgian Mahogany Breakfront China Cabinet Desk Bookcase

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

Custom Georgian Style Breakfront Secretary in Mahogany and Burl
Custom Georgian Style Breakfront Secretary in Mahogany and Burl

Custom Georgian Style Breakfront Secretary in Mahogany and Burl

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Breakfront disassembles into discrete units for shipping and will require assembly once delivered

Category

20th Century Unknown Georgian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Maslow Freen French Empire Style Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase China Cabinet
Maslow Freen French Empire Style Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase China Cabinet

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
Henredon Large 78" Wide Mahogany Breakfront MINT

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

English Carved Oak Breakfront Cabinet, circa 1900
English Carved Oak Breakfront Cabinet, circa 1900

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

Chinoiserie Breakfront China Cabinet Bookcase Union National
Chinoiserie Breakfront China Cabinet Bookcase Union National

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

Georgian Carved Jonathan Charles Flame Mahogany Narrow China Cabinet Breakfront
Georgian Carved Jonathan Charles Flame Mahogany Narrow China Cabinet Breakfront

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

Antique Thomas Chippendale Revival Inverted Breakfront Partner Desk Leather Top
Antique Thomas Chippendale Revival Inverted Breakfront Partner Desk Leather Top

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

George III style mahogany breakfront library bookcase
George III style mahogany breakfront library bookcase

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

Exceptional Custom Mahogany Breakfront Server Cabinet by Joseph Gerte, Boston
Exceptional Custom Mahogany Breakfront Server Cabinet by Joseph Gerte, Boston

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

Chinoiserie "Karges Furniture" Breakfront Bookcase / Glass China Cabinet
Chinoiserie "Karges Furniture" Breakfront Bookcase / Glass China Cabinet

Chinoiserie "Karges Furniture" Breakfront Bookcase / Glass China Cabinet

By Karges Furniture

Located in Cookeville, TN

rare 3-piece breakfront featuring exquisite carved details, original hand-painted finish, and

Category

Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Pair of satinwood crossbanded open breakfront waterfall bookcases
Pair of satinwood crossbanded open breakfront waterfall bookcases

Pair of satinwood crossbanded open breakfront waterfall bookcases

Located in Cheshire, GB

Pair of satinwood crossbanded open breakfront waterfall bookcases of small proportions. In the

Category

Early 20th Century British Bookcases

Materials

Satinwood

Large Quality Satinwood Astral Glazed Breakfront Display Cabinet
Large Quality Satinwood Astral Glazed Breakfront Display Cabinet

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

Tall English Oak Breakfront Bookcase With Glass Doors
Tall English Oak Breakfront Bookcase With Glass Doors

Tall English Oak Breakfront Bookcase With Glass Doors

Located in Locust Valley, NY

A vintage oak English oak breakfront cabinet with glass doors, and a scroll and shell form center

Category

20th Century Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Large Pair of Regency Style Quality Breakfront Bookcases
Large Pair of Regency Style Quality Breakfront Bookcases

Large Pair of Regency Style Quality Breakfront Bookcases

Located in Suffolk, GB

Large pair of regency style quality breakfront bookcases having a pair of white painted regency

Category

Early 20th Century English Regency Bookcases

Materials

Softwood

Oak Reverse Breakfront French Country Server, circa 1900
Oak Reverse Breakfront French Country Server, circa 1900

Oak Reverse Breakfront French Country Server, circa 1900

Located in Evergreen, CO

Featuring reverse breakfront construction with a set back center, this stunning oak server was

Category

Early 20th Century French French Provincial Sideboards

Materials

Oak

Henredon Georgian Carved Mahogany Lighted Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet
Henredon Georgian Carved Mahogany Lighted Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet

Henredon Georgian Carved Mahogany Lighted Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet

By Henredon

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style lighted breakfront bookcase or dining cabinet By Henredon

Category

Late 20th Century American Georgian Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Fabulously faux painted breakfront bookcase with coral interior
Fabulously faux painted breakfront bookcase with coral interior

Fabulously faux painted breakfront bookcase with coral interior

Located in Richmond, VA

Fabulously chic faux painted bookcase with grillwork doors and coral interior. This piece was custom hand painted at some point likely between the 1940-1970s. Incredible statement pi...

Category

20th Century Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Antique Georgian Carved Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet, Circa 1900
Antique Georgian Carved Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet, Circa 1900

Antique Georgian Carved Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet, Circa 1900

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Georgian or Chippendale style breakfront bookcase cabinet In the manner of

Category

Early 20th Century American Georgian Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Schmieg & Kotzian, Georgian, Breakfront or Bookcase, Mahogany, Satinwood, 1920s
Schmieg & Kotzian, Georgian, Breakfront or Bookcase, Mahogany, Satinwood, 1920s

Schmieg & Kotzian, Georgian, Breakfront or Bookcase, Mahogany, Satinwood, 1920s

By Schmieg & Kotzian

Located in Stamford, CT

Schmieg & Kotzian, Georgian, Breakfront or Bookcase, Mahogany, Satinwood, 1920s A large and

Category

Early 20th Century American Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany, Satinwood

Georgian Flame Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase Butlers Drop Desk Individual Glass
Georgian Flame Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase Butlers Drop Desk Individual Glass

Georgian Flame Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase Butlers Drop Desk Individual Glass

By Kittinger Furniture Company, Heritage-Henredon, Drexel, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Georgian Flame Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase Butlers Drop Desk Individual Glass MINT!

Category

20th Century American Georgian Cupboards

Materials

Mahogany

Charak Mahogany Inlaid Individual Bubble Glass Butlers Desk Breakfront Cupboard
Charak Mahogany Inlaid Individual Bubble Glass Butlers Desk Breakfront Cupboard

Charak Mahogany Inlaid Individual Bubble Glass Butlers Desk Breakfront Cupboard

By Baker Furniture Company, Charak Furniture Company

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Charak Mahogany Inlaid Individual Bubble Glass Butlers Desk Breakfront Cupboard Mint. Numbered and

Category

Mid-20th Century American Federal Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Large Wide Mahogany Individual Bubble Glass Panes Doors Breakfront China Cabinet
Large Wide Mahogany Individual Bubble Glass Panes Doors Breakfront China Cabinet

Large Wide Mahogany Individual Bubble Glass Panes Doors Breakfront China Cabinet

By Baker Furniture Company, Kittinger Furniture Company

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Large Wide Mahogany Individual Bubble Glass Panes Doors Breakfront China Cabinet

Category

20th Century American Federal Cupboards

Materials

Mahogany

Large 8' Wide Mahogany Two Part individual Glass Panels Breakfront MINT
Large 8' Wide Mahogany Two Part individual Glass Panels Breakfront MINT

Large 8' Wide Mahogany Two Part individual Glass Panels Breakfront MINT

By Henredon, Drexel, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Large 8' Wide Mahogany Two Part individual Glass Panels Breakfront MINT

Category

20th Century American Federal Cupboards

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

20th Century French Two Drawer Walnut Commode
20th Century French Two Drawer Walnut Commode

20th Century French Two Drawer Walnut Commode

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Early 20th Century French walnut inverted breakfront commode. With two locking drawers. Circa 1920.

Category

Early 20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Dunbar Walnut Two Part Sideboard Credenza Breakfront Carved Slate Inserts MINT!
Dunbar Walnut Two Part Sideboard Credenza Breakfront Carved Slate Inserts MINT!

Dunbar Walnut Two Part Sideboard Credenza Breakfront Carved Slate Inserts MINT!

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Dunbar Walnut Two Part Sideboard Credenza Breakfront Carved Slate Inserts MINT! Lots of storage

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Stone

Crotch Mahogany Individual Glass Pains Door Drop Front Secretary Breakfront MINT
Crotch Mahogany Individual Glass Pains Door Drop Front Secretary Breakfront MINT

Crotch Mahogany Individual Glass Pains Door Drop Front Secretary Breakfront MINT

By Kittinger Furniture Company, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Crotch Mahogany Individual Glass Pains Door Drop Front Secretary Breakfront MINT!

Category

20th Century American Federal Secretaires

Materials

Brass

Beacon Hill Two Part Crotch Flame Mahogany Individual Glass Pane Breakfront MINT
Beacon Hill Two Part Crotch Flame Mahogany Individual Glass Pane Breakfront MINT

Beacon Hill Two Part Crotch Flame Mahogany Individual Glass Pane Breakfront MINT

By Beacon Hill, Baker Furniture Company, Kittinger Furniture Company

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Beacon Hill Two Part Crotch Flame Mahogany Individual Glass Pane Breakfront MINT!

Category

20th Century American Federal Cupboards

Materials

Brass

Blond Wood Dome Shape Top Two Doors 54" Cupboard Breakfront Cabinet Shelf MINT
Blond Wood Dome Shape Top Two Doors 54" Cupboard Breakfront Cabinet Shelf MINT

Blond Wood Dome Shape Top Two Doors 54" Cupboard Breakfront Cabinet Shelf MINT

By Thomasville, Heritage-Henredon, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Blond Wood Dome Shape Top Two Doors 54" Cupboard Breakfront Cabinet Shelf MINT!

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cupboards

Materials

Glass, Oak, Walnut

Grosfeld House Demi Lune Shape Front 2 Part Beveled Glass Doors Breakfront MINT
Grosfeld House Demi Lune Shape Front 2 Part Beveled Glass Doors Breakfront MINT

Grosfeld House Demi Lune Shape Front 2 Part Beveled Glass Doors Breakfront MINT

By Baker Furniture Company, Grosfeld House, Kittinger Furniture Company, Heritage-Henredon

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Grossfeld House Demi Lune Shape Front 2 Part Beveled Glass Doors Breakfront MINT! Brass accents

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cupboards

Materials

Brass

English Pine Fireplace with Carved Fruit & Foliage
English Pine Fireplace with Carved Fruit & Foliage

English Pine Fireplace with Carved Fruit & Foliage

Located in London, GB

of fruit and leaves, surmounted by carved brackets and breakfront shelf, 20th century. Measures

Category

20th Century European Other Architectural Elements

Materials

Pine

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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
    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
    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
    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
    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
    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 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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