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"Freunde, Friends"
"Freunde, Friends"

"Freunde, Friends"

Located in Edinburgh, GB

A historical scene from a bygone era, featuring nude figures against a backdrop of the sea, cliffs and sculptures,

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Realist Used Backdrops

Materials

Oil, Cardboard

Orange and Blue Striped Vase
Orange and Blue Striped Vase

Orange and Blue Striped Vase

Located in Zofingen, AG

The contrast between the bright orange stripes and deep blue backdrop enhances the vibrant composition, ensuring this painting stands out as a statement piece in any interior.

Category

2010s American Modern Used Backdrops

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Tiffany & Co. Platinum 7 Charm Diamond Bracelet
Tiffany & Co. Platinum 7 Charm Diamond Bracelet

Tiffany & Co. Platinum 7 Charm Diamond Bracelet

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

The cool tone of the platinum provides an elegant backdrop for the diamonds and emphasizes the intricate workmanship of the individual charms.

Category

20th Century French Modern Used Backdrops

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Doris Leslie Blau Timeless Geometry: Vintage Art Deco Abstract Gray Carpet
Doris Leslie Blau Timeless Geometry: Vintage Art Deco Abstract Gray Carpet

Doris Leslie Blau Timeless Geometry: Vintage Art Deco Abstract Gray Carpet

Located in New York, NY

Woven in a flat weave construction, the carpet presents a sophisticated interplay of abstract forms rendered in a restrained yet energetic palette. The backdrop is a subdued slate g...

Category

1940s European Art Deco Used Backdrops

Materials

Wool

14K White Gold Flower Cluster Diamond Stud Earrings
14K White Gold Flower Cluster Diamond Stud Earrings

14K White Gold Flower Cluster Diamond Stud Earrings

Located in Sewickley, PA

Crafted in white gold, these studs provide a bright, contemporary backdrop that beautifully complements the diamonds' fire and scintillation.

Category

Late 20th Century Used Backdrops

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Sappho Queen of Lesbos Oil and Silver Leaf Painting, 24.5x20.5
Sappho Queen of Lesbos Oil and Silver Leaf Painting, 24.5x20.5

Sappho Queen of Lesbos Oil and Silver Leaf Painting, 24.5x20.5

By Sax Berlin

Located in Brecon, Powys

This oil and silver leaf depiction of her by Berlin give Sappho a regal appearance and one could imagine her recitals with a Mediterranean backdrop and lyre accompanist. Highly class...

Category

2010s Contemporary Used Backdrops

Materials

Silver

Mid 18th Century French "Commode Bordeaux", Walnut, circa 1740, Restored
Mid 18th Century French "Commode Bordeaux", Walnut, circa 1740, Restored

Mid 18th Century French "Commode Bordeaux", Walnut, circa 1740, Restored

Located in Greven, DE

The dark tone of the walnut provides the perfect backdrop for the dominant, gilded fittings in the form of rosettes and rocaille motifs.

Category

Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Used Backdrops

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Kutchinsky 18k Gold Onyx Gemini Zodiac Pendant, Original Box
Vintage Kutchinsky 18k Gold Onyx Gemini Zodiac Pendant, Original Box

Vintage Kutchinsky 18k Gold Onyx Gemini Zodiac Pendant, Original Box

By Kutchinsky

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This Gemini pendant captures that style through its zodiac subject, sculptural construction, and use of black onyx as a dramatic backdrop for the gold figures.

Category

1970s Used Backdrops

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.5 Carat Marquise and Baguette Diamond Bypass Cocktail Ring
1.5 Carat Marquise and Baguette Diamond Bypass Cocktail Ring

1.5 Carat Marquise and Baguette Diamond Bypass Cocktail Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

The substantial yellow gold setting provides a rich, warm backdrop that enhances the fire and brilliance of the stones, while the bypass silhouette offers a contemporary and fluid ae...

Category

2010s Used Backdrops

Carrera y Carrera 1 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Lady Face Band Ring
Carrera y Carrera 1 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Lady Face Band Ring

Carrera y Carrera 1 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Lady Face Band Ring

By Carrera y Carrera

Located in Chicago, IL

Crafted in lustrous 18k yellow gold, the ring exhibits meticulous attention to detail, with high-polished gold contours contrasting beautifully against a sparkling backdrop of pavé-s...

Category

2010s American Contemporary Used Backdrops

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

1950s Beige Medallion Shah Abbas Vintage Large Oversized Khorassan Mashad Rug
1950s Beige Medallion Shah Abbas Vintage Large Oversized Khorassan Mashad Rug

1950s Beige Medallion Shah Abbas Vintage Large Oversized Khorassan Mashad Rug

Located in New York, NY

The expansive field is rendered in a luminous ivory and soft beige, providing a neutral yet rich backdrop for the complex ornamentation. The density of the knotting allows for an exc...

Category

1950s Unknown Khorassan Used Backdrops

Materials

Wool

130 Clay Dots Over Green River
130 Clay Dots Over Green River

130 Clay Dots Over Green River

Located in West Hollywood, CA

The expansive green ground functions less as a backdrop than as an atmospheric space—suggestive of landscape, water, or memory.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Used Backdrops

Materials

Canvas, Oil Crayon, Oil

1920s Small Antique Camel Field Mahi Herati Paisley Malayer Knotted Wool Rug
1920s Small Antique Camel Field Mahi Herati Paisley Malayer Knotted Wool Rug

1920s Small Antique Camel Field Mahi Herati Paisley Malayer Knotted Wool Rug

Located in New York, NY

The primary field color is a rich, warm brown earth tone, providing a grounding backdrop for the vibrant secondary colors—deep indigo, madder red, and saffron yellow.

Category

1920s Unknown Malayer Used Backdrops

Materials

Wool

Gerberas
Gerberas

Gerberas

By Carole Garland

Located in Palm Desert, CA

Artist Carole Garland's painterly flowers are alive with the freshness of the cut flowers poised against a luminous backdrop. Not photorealistic or carefully arranged botanical studi...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Used Backdrops

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Hunting Hound – Painting, Colorful Oil on Canvas, 28x40 in, 2022, Signed
Hunting Hound – Painting, Colorful Oil on Canvas, 28x40 in, 2022, Signed

Hunting Hound – Painting, Colorful Oil on Canvas, 28x40 in, 2022, Signed

By John rush

Located in Chicago, IL

Hunting Hound by John Rush presents a graceful sighthound standing in quiet profile, its luminous white form contrasted against a stylized woodland backdrop. Delicate silhouettes of ...

Category

2010s Contemporary Used Backdrops

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Late 20th Century Tibetan White Tara 24-Karat Gold Thangka, Ganden Monastery
Late 20th Century Tibetan White Tara 24-Karat Gold Thangka, Ganden Monastery

Late 20th Century Tibetan White Tara 24-Karat Gold Thangka, Ganden Monastery

Located in Nottingham, GB

The extensive gold decoration creates a luminous backdrop to the sacred composition, emphasizing the delicate detailing and refined craftsmanship throughout.

Category

Late 20th Century Used Backdrops

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Brutalist Table w/ Smoked Glass Top in Jacaranda, Percival Lafer, Brazil, 1970s
Brutalist Table w/ Smoked Glass Top in Jacaranda, Percival Lafer, Brazil, 1970s

Brutalist Table w/ Smoked Glass Top in Jacaranda, Percival Lafer, Brazil, 1970s

Located in Deland, FL

Able to blend seamlessly against a myriad of design backdrops from Mid-Century Modern to Minimalism to Brutalism and everything in between this table is a collector's dream.

Category

1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Used Backdrops

Materials

Jacaranda

Vintage 1979 Rolex Day-Date 18038 18K Yellow Gold Purple Diamond Dial Auto 36mm
Vintage 1979 Rolex Day-Date 18038 18K Yellow Gold Purple Diamond Dial Auto 36mm

Vintage 1979 Rolex Day-Date 18038 18K Yellow Gold Purple Diamond Dial Auto 36mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The deep purple hue provides a rich backdrop for the diamond indices, creating a look that is both luxurious and highly individual.

Category

1970s Used Backdrops

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2012 Omega Olympic Collection 3836.70.36 Steel Mother of Pearl Dial Auto 41mm
2012 Omega Olympic Collection 3836.70.36 Steel Mother of Pearl Dial Auto 41mm

2012 Omega Olympic Collection 3836.70.36 Steel Mother of Pearl Dial Auto 41mm

By Omega

Located in New York, NY

The mother-of-pearl dial is a clean, vibrant slice, providing the perfect iridescent backdrop for the colorful numerals. It is a visually engaging combination that changes with the l...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Used Backdrops

Materials

Pearl, Stainless Steel

Painting of the Chrysler Building 42nd Street New York City by British Artist
Painting of the Chrysler Building 42nd Street New York City by British Artist

Painting of the Chrysler Building 42nd Street New York City by British Artist

By Angela Wakefield

Located in Preston, GB

The scene is set against a breathtaking sunset sky, with warm oranges and yellows that transition to softer pinks and purples, creating a dramatic and captivating backdrop. The fore...

Category

2010s Realist Used Backdrops

Materials

Canvas, Paint, Cotton Canvas, Acrylic, Wood

1 Carat Diamond Five-Stone Anniversary Wedding Band in 14k White Gold
1 Carat Diamond Five-Stone Anniversary Wedding Band in 14k White Gold

1 Carat Diamond Five-Stone Anniversary Wedding Band in 14k White Gold

Located in Chicago, IL

Crafted with attention to quality, the white gold provides a cool, contemporary backdrop that complements the diamonds' H-color grade.

Category

2010s American Contemporary Used Backdrops

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Gold
Gold

Gold

By Nataliia Krykun

Located in Schärding Vorstadt, Oberösterreich

The gold surface glows warmly, evoking a sense of opulence and serenity, while the dark backdrop enhances its luminous presence, creating a dramatic contrast.

Category

2010s Realist Used Backdrops

Materials

Canvas, Paper, Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Gouache

6 Carat Diamond Hoop Earrings in Platinum
6 Carat Diamond Hoop Earrings in Platinum

6 Carat Diamond Hoop Earrings in Platinum

By Antinori Fine Jewels

Located in Chicago, IL

The substantial platinum setting provides both a durable foundation and a cool, sophisticated backdrop that complements the stones' natural brilliance perfectly.

Category

2010s Italian Used Backdrops

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Handcrafted Sea Life Motif Ceramic Vase
Handcrafted Sea Life Motif Ceramic Vase

Handcrafted Sea Life Motif Ceramic Vase

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The cylindrical form is enveloped in a calming seafoam green glaze that provides a serene backdrop for the earthy-toned marine motifs, creating a captivating interplay of color, text...

Category

20th Century American Organic Modern Used Backdrops

Materials

Ceramic

TOMASZ STARZEWSKI Circa 1993 Egyptian-Inspired Black Silk & Metallic Tunic, SZ 6
TOMASZ STARZEWSKI Circa 1993 Egyptian-Inspired Black Silk & Metallic Tunic, SZ 6

TOMASZ STARZEWSKI Circa 1993 Egyptian-Inspired Black Silk & Metallic Tunic, SZ 6

By Tomasz Starzewski

Located in Richardson, TX

A rare and highly decorative vintage Tomasz Starzewski silk and metallic tunic dress, strongly evocative of the designer’s Spring/Summer 1993 collection presented at London Fashion W...

Category

1990s English Used Backdrops

Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver 6.8 mm Estate 8 Grams
Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver 6.8 mm Estate 8 Grams

Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Brooch Sterling Silver 6.8 mm Estate 8 Grams

By Mikimoto

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The pearls are carefully selected and harmoniously arranged on a backdrop of finely crafted sterling silver, creating a stunning contrast that highlights their natural allure.

Category

1990s Japanese Used Backdrops

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Brooch 6.20 mm Sterling Silver Estate
Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Brooch 6.20 mm Sterling Silver Estate

Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Brooch 6.20 mm Sterling Silver Estate

By Mikimoto

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The pearls are carefully selected and harmoniously arranged on a backdrop of finely crafted sterling silver, creating a stunning contrast that highlights their natural allure.

Category

1990s Japanese Used Backdrops

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.10 mm
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.10 mm

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Brooch Pin Sterling Silver 6.10 mm

By Mikimoto

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The pearls are carefully selected and harmoniously arranged on a backdrop of finely crafted sterling silver, creating a stunning contrast that highlights their natural allure.

Category

1990s Japanese Used Backdrops

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver

Fine French Impressionist Oil Paris Flower Market at La Madeleine Oil Painting
Fine French Impressionist Oil Paris Flower Market at La Madeleine Oil Painting

Fine French Impressionist Oil Paris Flower Market at La Madeleine Oil Painting

By Isidore Rosenstock

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Executed with confident Impressionist brushwork, Rosenstock employs rich impasto and a vibrant palette of reds, blues, yellows and greens, beautifully contrasted against the softer a...

Category

Early 20th Century French School Used Backdrops

Materials

Oil

Vintage 1995 Rolex Day-Date 18238 18K Yellow Gold Black Diamond Dial Auto 36mm
Vintage 1995 Rolex Day-Date 18238 18K Yellow Gold Black Diamond Dial Auto 36mm

Vintage 1995 Rolex Day-Date 18238 18K Yellow Gold Black Diamond Dial Auto 36mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The factory black dial is flawless, providing a deep, clean backdrop for the diamond hour markers. The hands are also perfect.

Category

1990s Used Backdrops

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Mikimoto Akoya Pearl and Diamond Necklace and Earrings Set
Mikimoto Akoya Pearl and Diamond Necklace and Earrings Set

Mikimoto Akoya Pearl and Diamond Necklace and Earrings Set

By Mikimoto

Located in Chicago, IL

Crafted by the renowned Japanese house of Mikimoto, the set is set in luminous 18k white gold, providing a clean and luxurious backdrop for the high-luster cultured pearls. The neckl...

Category

2010s Japanese Contemporary Used Backdrops

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bulgari's Multi-colored Gem Diamond 'Elisa' Set
Bulgari's Multi-colored Gem Diamond 'Elisa' Set

Bulgari's Multi-colored Gem Diamond 'Elisa' Set

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

The 18K yellow gold setting provides an elegant backdrop for the vibrant gemstones. The necklace, measuring 17 inches with an additional 3.4-inch pendant, beautifully adorns the neck...

Category

1990s Italian Used Backdrops

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Evening Landscape Impressionism Original Oil Painting
Evening Landscape Impressionism Original Oil Painting

Evening Landscape Impressionism Original Oil Painting

Located in Granada Hills, CA

The artist skillfully captures the essence of a breathtaking landscape, where colorful roofs create a picturesque scene against the dramatic backdrop of the peaks. The interplay of l...

Category

2010s Impressionist Used Backdrops

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Double Spinner Lg - Wind Kinetic Sculpture, Copper and Steel
Double Spinner Lg - Wind Kinetic Sculpture, Copper and Steel

Double Spinner Lg - Wind Kinetic Sculpture, Copper and Steel

Located in Bloomfield, ON

Set against the dramatic backdrop of the wild red rock desert in Southern Utah, his studio creates wind sculptures whose aesthetic is often inspired by nature's designs.

Category

2010s Abstract Geometric Used Backdrops

Materials

Copper, Steel

Vintage 1990s Cartier Santos Galbee 1567 Two-Tone Grey Dial Quartz 29mm
Vintage 1990s Cartier Santos Galbee 1567 Two-Tone Grey Dial Quartz 29mm

Vintage 1990s Cartier Santos Galbee 1567 Two-Tone Grey Dial Quartz 29mm

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

The subtle texture of the dial plays with the light, providing a clean backdrop for the two-tone case and bracelet. It is a quiet but confident execution of a legendary design.

Category

1990s Used Backdrops

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Crivelli 8 Carat Diamond Three-Row Tennis Bracelet in 18k White Gold
Crivelli 8 Carat Diamond Three-Row Tennis Bracelet in 18k White Gold

Crivelli 8 Carat Diamond Three-Row Tennis Bracelet in 18k White Gold

By Crivelli

Located in Chicago, IL

Its polished white gold finish offers a clean, modern backdrop that allows the superior clarity and brilliance of the stones to take center stage.

Category

2010s Italian Used Backdrops

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bells Ringing (Sidewinder)

Bells Ringing (Sidewinder)

By Stefanie Schneider

Located in Morongo Valley, CA

The American West, a landscape steeped in myth and reinvention, becomes the perfect backdrop for this exploration of time’s paradoxes.

Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Used Backdrops

Materials

Archival Paper, Color, Polaroid, Archival Ink, Archival Pigment

Golfers 45 - oil painting, figurative artwork, contemporary minimalist art
Golfers 45 - oil painting, figurative artwork, contemporary minimalist art

Golfers 45 - oil painting, figurative artwork, contemporary minimalist art

By Stephanie Ho

Located in London, Chelsea

This play of bright colors against a minimalist backdrop enhances the sense of focus, allowing the viewer to appreciate the subtle movements, tranquility, and elegance of the scene.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Used Backdrops

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Frozen Planet 74 - original figurative landscape painting - contemporary Art
Frozen Planet 74 - original figurative landscape painting - contemporary Art

Frozen Planet 74 - original figurative landscape painting - contemporary Art

By Stephanie Ho

Located in London, Chelsea

This play of bright colors against a minimalist backdrop introduces vitality and warmth, allowing the viewer to focus entirely on the energy, connection, and excitement of the scene.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Surrealist Used Backdrops

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Vintage heart shaped Pearl stud earrings, 9k yellow gold
Vintage heart shaped Pearl stud earrings, 9k yellow gold

Vintage heart shaped Pearl stud earrings, 9k yellow gold

Located in NEWARK, GB

The creamy pearls sit nicely on the backdrop of rich yellow gold and the heart shape adds a sweet touch.

Category

Late 20th Century British Retro Used Backdrops

Materials

Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

English Hepplewhite-Style Painted Display Cabinet
English Hepplewhite-Style Painted Display Cabinet

English Hepplewhite-Style Painted Display Cabinet

Located in Troy, MI

The interior is painted in a contrasting duck-egg blue, providing a backdrop to two adjustable shelves. The cornice is detailed with a dentil moulding above a carved Gothic arch frie...

Category

1920s English Hepplewhite Used Backdrops

Materials

Glass, Hardwood, Oak

Art Deco Brass and Beveled Mirror Fire Screen with Painted Flowers
Art Deco Brass and Beveled Mirror Fire Screen with Painted Flowers

Art Deco Brass and Beveled Mirror Fire Screen with Painted Flowers

Located in Doylestown, PA

It may also be used on a tabletop as it is a beautiful piece to display on a dresser, vanity or console and provides a unique backdrop for a curated vignette.

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Used Backdrops

Materials

Brass

VTG Shanghai Tang Silk Dragon Kimono Robe Sz S Chocolate Brown Embroidery Rare
VTG Shanghai Tang Silk Dragon Kimono Robe Sz S Chocolate Brown Embroidery Rare

VTG Shanghai Tang Silk Dragon Kimono Robe Sz S Chocolate Brown Embroidery Rare

By Shanghai Tang

Located in San Diego, CA

Against a rich chocolate brown backdrop, the garment features vibrant, oversized traditional Chinese cloud motifs and imperial dragons rendered in meticulous, multi-colored satin-sti...

Category

Early 2000s Chinese Used Backdrops

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Used Backdrops For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are several options of used backdrops available for sale. A selection of these works in the contemporary, abstract and Impressionist styles can be found today in our inventory. These items have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Adding a colorful piece of art to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — see the used backdrops on 1stDibs that include elements of gray, black, beige, blue and more. Many versions of these artworks are appealing in their rich colors and composition, but Slim Aarons, Stefanie Schneider, Mark Shaw, Elizabeth Lennie and Jenny Day produced especially popular works that are worth a look. Each of these unique pieces was handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in paint, digital print and oil paint.

How Much are Used Backdrops?

The average selling price for used backdrops we offer is $2,990, while they’re typically $49 on the low end and $1,650,000 for the highest priced.