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Mid-19th Century Antique Chondsoresk Karabagh Carpet with Cloudband Medallions
Mid-19th Century Antique Chondsoresk Karabagh Carpet with Cloudband Medallions

Mid-19th Century Antique Chondsoresk Karabagh Carpet with Cloudband Medallions

Located in Barrington, IL

backdrop that hosts an intricate array of geometric motifs. Delicate and bold shapes in ivory, yellow, pink

Category

Late 19th Century Caucasian Antique Backdrop

Materials

Wool, Cotton

An Original Baroque Lacquered and Gilt Wood and Marble Venetian Chest of Drawers
An Original Baroque Lacquered and Gilt Wood and Marble Venetian Chest of Drawers

An Original Baroque Lacquered and Gilt Wood and Marble Venetian Chest of Drawers

Located in Catania, Sicilia

backdrop for the elaborate hand-carved giltwood ornamentation. These golden accents follow the fluid lines

Category

Late 18th Century Italian Baroque Revival Antique Backdrop

Materials

Fruitwood, Giltwood, Lacquer

British Sailor's Woolwork of Royal Navy Ships in a Bay
British Sailor's Woolwork of Royal Navy Ships in a Bay

British Sailor's Woolwork of Royal Navy Ships in a Bay

Located in Downingtown, PA

ship's rigging and the proudly flying White Ensign against a backdrop of rolling hills and charming

Category

Mid-19th Century English Folk Art Antique Backdrop

Materials

Wool

Tagalog Village on Luzon – Antique Philippine Colonial Landscape Print, c.1883
Tagalog Village on Luzon – Antique Philippine Colonial Landscape Print, c.1883

Tagalog Village on Luzon – Antique Philippine Colonial Landscape Print, c.1883

Located in Langweer, NL

palette, lush vegetation, and atmospheric mountain backdrop evoke the warmth and serenity of island life

Category

Late 19th Century German Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paper

18th Century Welsh Oak Dresser with Plate Rack
18th Century Welsh Oak Dresser with Plate Rack

18th Century Welsh Oak Dresser with Plate Rack

$10,070

H 21.5 in W 73.5 in D 74.5 in

18th Century Welsh Oak Dresser with Plate Rack

Located in Houston, TX

captures that dual purpose effortlessly, offering generous storage while providing an elegant backdrop for

Category

1760s British Georgian Antique Backdrop

Materials

Oak

Antique Oversized Turkish Oushak Rug with Soft Geometric Florals - Rug & Kilim
Antique Oversized Turkish Oushak Rug with Soft Geometric Florals - Rug & Kilim

Antique Oversized Turkish Oushak Rug with Soft Geometric Florals - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

tones, offering a gentle and inviting backdrop. Rather than relying on a dominant central medallion, the

Category

1910s Turkish Oushak Antique Backdrop

Materials

Wool

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Porcelain Bowl Meiji Period Floral Panels
Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Porcelain Bowl Meiji Period Floral Panels

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Porcelain Bowl Meiji Period Floral Panels

Located in Long Island City, NY

with a repeating scale pattern, serving as a rich backdrop for a series of lobed reserves. Each panel

Category

19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Backdrop

Materials

Enamel

Early 19th Century French Genre Painting of Two Women Crossing Stream
Early 19th Century French Genre Painting of Two Women Crossing Stream

Early 19th Century French Genre Painting of Two Women Crossing Stream

Located in Dallas, TX

, provides a calm backdrop that enhances the warmth and humanity of the figures. The brushwork is delicate

Category

Early 19th Century French Antique Backdrop

Materials

Canvas, Giltwood

After Thorvaldsen ‘Ages of Love’ Antique Terracotta Plaque
After Thorvaldsen ‘Ages of Love’ Antique Terracotta Plaque

After Thorvaldsen ‘Ages of Love’ Antique Terracotta Plaque

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

. The buff toned figures are modelled in relief before a green painted backdrop and further buff

Category

19th Century Danish Neoclassical Antique Backdrop

Materials

Terracotta

Art Deco 3.70ct Diamond 1.50ct French Cut Ruby Platinum Pin
Art Deco 3.70ct Diamond 1.50ct French Cut Ruby Platinum Pin

Art Deco 3.70ct Diamond 1.50ct French Cut Ruby Platinum Pin

Located in New York, NY

. The metal’s cool sheen provides the perfect backdrop for the interplay of diamonds and rubies

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Backdrop

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Victorian Style Natural Pearl and Enamel Dress Ring
Victorian Style Natural Pearl and Enamel Dress Ring

Victorian Style Natural Pearl and Enamel Dress Ring

Located in London, GB

proud atop a domed rich navy blue enamelled backdrop whilst being surrounded by a woven bordering. A

Category

19th Century Victorian Antique Backdrop

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Doris Leslie Blau Vibrant Vintage Moroccan Rug
Doris Leslie Blau Vibrant Vintage Moroccan Rug

Doris Leslie Blau Vibrant Vintage Moroccan Rug

Located in New York, NY

saturated raspberry-red field—an unconventional yet magnetic backdrop that immediately draws the eye. The

Category

Early 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Antique Backdrop

Materials

Wool

Antique Pendant Cross Rose Cut Diamond Black Lacquer Yellow Gold Earring
Antique Pendant Cross Rose Cut Diamond Black Lacquer Yellow Gold Earring

Antique Pendant Cross Rose Cut Diamond Black Lacquer Yellow Gold Earring

Located in Geneva, CH

lavish yellow gold setting, creating a striking contrast against the stunning black lacquer backdrop

Category

Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Antique Backdrop

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Antique Georgian–Victorian Transitional Chalcedony & Engraved Ribbon Brooch
Antique Georgian–Victorian Transitional Chalcedony & Engraved Ribbon Brooch

Antique Georgian–Victorian Transitional Chalcedony & Engraved Ribbon Brooch

Located in Honolulu, HI

, providing a milky, ethereal backdrop for a raised, hand-engraved gold-tone ribbon motif. The ribbon is

Category

1830s British George IV Antique Backdrop

Materials

Chalcedony, Gold-filled, Gold Plate

Antique Oversized French Aubusson Square Rug in Floral Medallion - Rug & Kilim
Antique Oversized French Aubusson Square Rug in Floral Medallion - Rug & Kilim

Antique Oversized French Aubusson Square Rug in Floral Medallion - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

hues, creating a rich yet understated backdrop that enhances the floral ornamentation. These tones lend

Category

1790s French Aubusson Antique Backdrop

Materials

Wool

Victorian Red Enamel and Diamond Heart Pendant
Victorian Red Enamel and Diamond Heart Pendant

Victorian Red Enamel and Diamond Heart Pendant

Located in London, GB

from a combination of gold and silver and focally features a rich red guilloché enamelled backdrop

Category

1880s Victorian Antique Backdrop

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver, Enamel

Meiji-Era Rosewood Suzuribako, Maki-e Pine & Moon
Meiji-Era Rosewood Suzuribako, Maki-e Pine & Moon

Meiji-Era Rosewood Suzuribako, Maki-e Pine & Moon

$2,800

H 0.79 in W 5.12 in D 9.85 in

Meiji-Era Rosewood Suzuribako, Maki-e Pine & Moon

Located in Taichung, TW

, natural wood provides a stunning, high-contrast backdrop for the meticulous gold maki-e lacquer work used

Category

Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Backdrop

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Victorian Onyx & Floral Motif Oval Brooch – Warm Rose Gold Filled (c. 1880s)
Victorian Onyx & Floral Motif Oval Brooch – Warm Rose Gold Filled (c. 1880s)

Victorian Onyx & Floral Motif Oval Brooch – Warm Rose Gold Filled (c. 1880s)

Located in Honolulu, HI

serves as a dramatic backdrop for a delicate, hand-applied floral motif. The metalwork is particularly

Category

Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Backdrop

Materials

Onyx, Gold-filled, Rose Gold

19th Century Orientalist Street Scene with Figures by Lieutenant Long
19th Century Orientalist Street Scene with Figures by Lieutenant Long

19th Century Orientalist Street Scene with Figures by Lieutenant Long

Located in London, GB

, populated by figures and horse riders, set against a backdrop of domed, mosque-like architecture. Arches

Category

Late 19th Century British Other Antique Backdrop

Materials

Giltwood

Edo Period Gold Nashiji Maki-e Landscape Suzuribako
Edo Period Gold Nashiji Maki-e Landscape Suzuribako

Edo Period Gold Nashiji Maki-e Landscape Suzuribako

$31,000

H 2.17 in W 9.26 in D 10.04 in

Edo Period Gold Nashiji Maki-e Landscape Suzuribako

Located in Taichung, TW

that serves as a stunning canvas. Over this sparkling backdrop, the artisan employed a sophisticated

Category

18th Century Japanese Antique Backdrop

Materials

Lacquer

Antique View of Gowanus Heights Brooklyn New York, Meyer ca. 1850
Antique View of Gowanus Heights Brooklyn New York, Meyer ca. 1850

Antique View of Gowanus Heights Brooklyn New York, Meyer ca. 1850

Located in Langweer, NL

surrounding shoreline create a broad and luminous backdrop. The scene beautifully captures the transitional

Category

Mid-19th Century German Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paper

Italian genre painter - 18th century street fair scene - The Mountebank
Italian genre painter - 18th century street fair scene - The Mountebank

Italian genre painter - 18th century street fair scene - The Mountebank

Located in Varmo, IT

, and gold-trimmed red waistcoat, gestures emphatically before a large white drape hung as a backdrop

Category

Mid-18th Century Rococo Antique Backdrop

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Augis Qu'hier Que Demain Ruby and Diamond Medallion Pendant
Augis Qu'hier Que Demain Ruby and Diamond Medallion Pendant

Augis Qu'hier Que Demain Ruby and Diamond Medallion Pendant

By A. Augis

Located in London, GB

striking design with a textured backdrop playing host to three square-cut rich red rubies. Above this trio

Category

1920s Antique Backdrop

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Green Crocodile Skin Leather Photograph Album And Contents
Antique Victorian Green Crocodile Skin Leather Photograph Album And Contents

Antique Victorian Green Crocodile Skin Leather Photograph Album And Contents

Located in Bristol, GB

, women. children, and dogs some military uniforms, musical instruments and intriguing backdrops etc

Category

Late 19th Century British Art Nouveau Antique Backdrop

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Antique Dutch Gelderland Horse Print by Otto Eerelman, 1898
Antique Dutch Gelderland Horse Print by Otto Eerelman, 1898

Antique Dutch Gelderland Horse Print by Otto Eerelman, 1898

Located in Langweer, NL

understated backdrop that allows the rich chestnut tones of the horse to dominate the composition. The

Category

Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paper

Antique French Beauvais Tapestry with Colorful Floral Vase Design - Rug & Kilim
Antique French Beauvais Tapestry with Colorful Floral Vase Design - Rug & Kilim

Antique French Beauvais Tapestry with Colorful Floral Vase Design - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

beige tones that serve as a luminous backdrop. These are complemented by accents of soft red, blush pink

Category

Early 1700s French Antique Backdrop

Materials

Wool, Silk

Antique Diamond Ear Pendants
Antique Diamond Ear Pendants

Antique Diamond Ear Pendants

Located in Geneva, CH

backdrop of silver and gold, enhancing their brilliance and adding a touch of warmth to the overall design

Category

Late 19th Century Austrian Anglo-Indian Antique Backdrop

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

18th Century Louis XV Period French Boiserie Panelling
18th Century Louis XV Period French Boiserie Panelling

18th Century Louis XV Period French Boiserie Panelling

$13,968

H 109.45 in W 149.61 in D 1.97 in

18th Century Louis XV Period French Boiserie Panelling

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

dramatic backdrop wall, or to disguise modern openings within a traditional scheme.

Category

Late 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Backdrop

Materials

Pine, Paint

Victorian Glazed Ceramic 8-Inch Decorative Flower Tile
Victorian Glazed Ceramic 8-Inch Decorative Flower Tile

Victorian Glazed Ceramic 8-Inch Decorative Flower Tile

By George Jones

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

and yellow centre before a deep brown backdrop, all glazed to provide an eye-catching, lustrous finish

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Backdrop

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Edwardian Glazed Entomology Butterfly Framed Display Cases. c.1910
Antique Edwardian Glazed Entomology Butterfly Framed Display Cases. c.1910

Antique Edwardian Glazed Entomology Butterfly Framed Display Cases. c.1910

Located in London, GB

ebonised wooden frame that sets a quiet, museum‑like backdrop for the arrangement within. The collections

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Backdrop

Materials

Wood, Glass

Tall Japanese 6-panel folding screen with Tosa School genre painting
Tall Japanese 6-panel folding screen with Tosa School genre painting

Tall Japanese 6-panel folding screen with Tosa School genre painting

Located in Amsterdam, NL

set against a backdrop of gold leaf, capturing lively celebrations across various sites and seasons

Category

Early 19th Century Japanese Antique Backdrop

Materials

Gold Leaf

The Musicians in Paris Belle Epoque
The Musicians in Paris Belle Epoque

The Musicians in Paris Belle Epoque

Located in PARIS, FR

windows. Only faintly suggested, the urban landscape becomes a theatrical backdrop before which our

Category

Early 1900s Post-Impressionist Antique Backdrop

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Antique Ceramic Glazed 8-Inch Decorative Flower Tile
Antique Ceramic Glazed 8-Inch Decorative Flower Tile

Antique Ceramic Glazed 8-Inch Decorative Flower Tile

By George Jones

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

a white and yellow centre before a deep brown backdrop, all glazed to provide an eye-catching

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Backdrop

Materials

Ceramic

Victorian Old Cut Diamond Cluster and Enamel Dress Ring
Victorian Old Cut Diamond Cluster and Enamel Dress Ring

Victorian Old Cut Diamond Cluster and Enamel Dress Ring

Located in London, GB

matching stone; all of which sit proud atop a rich navy blue enamelled backdrop. The intricate design is

Category

1880s Victorian Antique Backdrop

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Turkish Yastik Rug in Rich Red with Geometric Medallion - Rug & Kilim
Antique Turkish Yastik Rug in Rich Red with Geometric Medallion - Rug & Kilim

Antique Turkish Yastik Rug in Rich Red with Geometric Medallion - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

backdrop, adorned with an array of small-scale geometric rosettes and symbolic motifs that lend rhythm and

Category

1890s Turkish Tribal Antique Backdrop

Materials

Wool

Victorian Diamond Floral Bangle
Victorian Diamond Floral Bangle

Victorian Diamond Floral Bangle

Located in London, GB

an open backdrop at the centre of face before the piece is made complete by an open band and safety

Category

1880s Victorian Antique Backdrop

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Victorian Old Cut Diamond Cluster and Enamel Earrings
Victorian Old Cut Diamond Cluster and Enamel Earrings

Victorian Old Cut Diamond Cluster and Enamel Earrings

Located in London, GB

atop a vibrant blue enamelled backdrop whilst the outer edges are adorned with intricate scroll and

Category

19th Century Victorian Antique Backdrop

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Wabi-sabi style antique wooden low table / East Asia / 1800-1900/Sofa table
Wabi-sabi style antique wooden low table / East Asia / 1800-1900/Sofa table

Wabi-sabi style antique wooden low table / East Asia / 1800-1900/Sofa table

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

surface to become a powerful backdrop, adding depth to the entire space. The table base is made by

Category

19th Century East Asian Other Antique Backdrop

Materials

Wood, Pine

18th c. French Fireplace Mantel
18th c. French Fireplace Mantel

18th c. French Fireplace Mantel

$7,150

H 92.25 in W 47 in D 19.5 in

18th c. French Fireplace Mantel

Located in Atlanta, GA

, making it ideal for use as a decorative overmantel or statement console backdrop. A rare and versatile

Category

18th Century French Louis XV Antique Backdrop

Materials

Mirror, Wood, Paint

Antique Edwardian 1.4ct Solid Black Opal 9K Gold Lavaliere Pendant Australian
Antique Edwardian 1.4ct Solid Black Opal 9K Gold Lavaliere Pendant Australian

Antique Edwardian 1.4ct Solid Black Opal 9K Gold Lavaliere Pendant Australian

Located in SYDNEY, AU

, and green colour plays on a grey backdrop (approx. 9.5mm x 7.5mm x 3.5mm, 1.4ct estimated). Excellent

Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Backdrop

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, 9k Gold, Gold

19th Century Chinese Celadon, Blue And White Porcelain Lamp
19th Century Chinese Celadon, Blue And White Porcelain Lamp

19th Century Chinese Celadon, Blue And White Porcelain Lamp

Located in Norwood, NJ

smooth, jade-like tone—provides a subtle, luminous backdrop that enhances the richness of the cobalt

Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Backdrop

Materials

Porcelain, Wood

Antique Enamel, Rose Cut Diamond 18K Brooch  Renaissance Revival, c. 1880.
Antique Enamel, Rose Cut Diamond 18K Brooch  Renaissance Revival, c. 1880.

Antique Enamel, Rose Cut Diamond 18K Brooch Renaissance Revival, c. 1880.

Located in Aspen, CO

ornaments on a light yellow background makes this brooch very usual. Usually the backdrop is not decorated

Category

1880s Victorian Antique Backdrop

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Chinese Wool Rug - In Blue with Floral Medallion & Ornate Gold Border
Antique Chinese Wool Rug - In Blue with Floral Medallion & Ornate Gold Border

Antique Chinese Wool Rug - In Blue with Floral Medallion & Ornate Gold Border

Located in Norwalk, CT

border. A deep, vibrant navy blue that provides a dramatic backdrop for the intricate floral elements. An

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Backdrop

Materials

Wool

J. P Drew (fl.1835-1861) - 1850 Oil, The Water Carrier
J. P Drew (fl.1835-1861) - 1850 Oil, The Water Carrier

J. P Drew (fl.1835-1861) - 1850 Oil, The Water Carrier

Located in Corsham, GB

gaze as he stands before a tranquil coastal backdrop. The work is reminiscent of 'Portrait of Master

Category

Mid-19th Century Antique Backdrop

Materials

Oil

Antique Persian Malayer Rug with Allover Boteh Field
Antique Persian Malayer Rug with Allover Boteh Field

Antique Persian Malayer Rug with Allover Boteh Field

Located in New York, NY

almost as a woven textile backdrop, offering depth, history, and warmth. Rug Size 10'5x15

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Backdrop

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique still life Scandinavian oil painting of red tulip flowers
Antique still life Scandinavian oil painting of red tulip flowers

Antique still life Scandinavian oil painting of red tulip flowers

Located in Ebberup, DK

, the artist utilizes a moody, atmospheric backdrop to heighten the intensity of the crimson petals and

Category

Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paint

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Antique Backdrop For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the antique backdrop you’re looking for. Each antique backdrop for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, canvas and wood. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer antique backdrop, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right antique backdrop, those designed in Victorian styles are of considerable interest. A well-made antique backdrop has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Francisco Souto are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique Backdrop?

An antique backdrop can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,925, while the lowest priced sells for $110 and the highest can go for as much as $93,000.