Were there cannons in the 16th century?

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.

Was there glass in the 16th century?

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.

What furniture was used in the 16th century?

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.

What is the most important painting of the 20th century?

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.

What is 17th-century furniture called?

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.

Did they have wedding rings in the 18th century?

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.

How did art change in the 18th century?

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.

How do you identify 18th-century furniture?

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.

What color wood is mid-century modern?

There is no single color wood that is mid-century modern. Designers working in the style employed a variety of finishes, though purplish reds, mid-yellows, light browns and medium dark browns were among the most commonly used. Teak wood was an especially popular material, not only due to its warm medium hue but also due to its strength and the beauty of its natural grain. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.

Who invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century?

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.

How can I identify 18th century brass candlesticks?

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.

What are the major features of Dutch 17th century portraiture?

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.

Who was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century?

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.

Which individuals are considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons, and why?

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.

What art style was used by the 19th-century French painters?

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.

How do I care for a vintage wood or ceramic mid-century coffee table?

Wipe wood surfaces with a soft, dry cloth and condition periodically; ceramic and glass tops should be cleaned with a non-abrasive cleaner to avoid scratching any finish.

What wood tones pair best with a mid-century modern nightstand?

Teak and walnut are the two most common tones and pair easily with each other; rosewood reads slightly more formal as a single statement piece.

What kinds of figures elevated the use of porcelain in 18th century Europe?

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.

Is glass or wood a better coffee table top for a mid-century modern living room?

Wood tops feel warmer and closer to the era's original materials, while glass tops show off a rug or floor beneath and read slightly more contemporary; both are common in period-correct pieces.

Wood 16th Century

Polychrome Angel

Italian Renaissance Art

Spain Polychrome Sculpture

Pair Wood Panels

16th Century Renaissance Paintings

Polychrome Saint

Spanish Polychrome

Carved Saint

Chest of drawers. Carved wood. 16th century.

$11,428

Chest of drawers. Carved wood. 16th century.

Located in Madrid, ES

Chest of drawers. Carved wood. 16th century. Restorations. Chest of drawers with a carved wooden front in its own color, featuring two drawers with metal handles and lock escutcheo...

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Antique 16th Century European Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Other

Pair of Reliefs, Grotesque or Candelieri, Wood, 16th Century

$1,490 / set

Pair of Reliefs, Grotesque or Candelieri, Wood, 16th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Carved, polychrome and golden wood. 16th century, and later Pair of reliefs made of hand carved wood, gilded and polychrome, showing a winged angel head (or putti) each, located on a...

Category

Antique 16th Century European Renaissance Decorative Art

Materials

Wool

Frieze, Polychromed Pine Wood, 16th Century

$6,877

Frieze, Polychromed Pine Wood, 16th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Compare, for example, with the engraving of Johann Theodor de Bry of the Metropolitan Museum of New York dated between 1580 and 1600, or works by Paolo Farinati; and with Spanish cre...

Category

Antique 16th Century European Renaissance Architectural Elements

Materials

Pine

Niche. Carved and polychrome wood. 16th century

$828

Niche. Carved and polychrome wood. 16th century

Located in Madrid, ES

Niche. Carved and polychrome wood. Century XVI. Wall niche with a rectangular front opening topped by a venerated shape finished in gold with two polychrome angel heads in the corne...

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Antique 16th Century European Renaissance Religious Items

Materials

Other

Column Polychromed and Gilded Wood, 16th Century

$2,285

Column Polychromed and Gilded Wood, 16th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

In some details, it looks like columns of other outstanding works such as the Altarpiece of Our Lady of the Assumption of Tudela de Duero of Valladolid (last quarter of the 16th cent...

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Renaissance Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

Angel, Carved and Polychrome Wood, 16th Century

$1,948

Angel, Carved and Polychrome Wood, 16th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Angel. Carved and polychrome wood. Century XVI. Polychrome wood carving showing an angel, with the face facing the viewer and the body in profile, dressed in a long tunic whose fo...

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

"Saint Luke the Evangelist", Polychromed Wood, 16th Century

$2,865

"Saint Luke the Evangelist", Polychromed Wood, 16th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Saint Luke is often represented as a man of mature and bearded age, accompanied by the animal of the Tetramorphs with which he is related (Revelation 4: 67) element that is also due ...

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Antique 16th Century Spanish Renaissance Religious Items

Materials

Wood

Venetian Maestro from the second half of the 16th century16th Century by Venetian Maestro Deposition of Christ Oil on Panel, 16th Century

$32,457Sale Price|20% Off

16th Century by Venetian Maestro Deposition of Christ Oil on Panel

Located in Milano, Lombardia

16th Century Venetian Maestro Title: Deposition of Christ Medium: Oil on panel Dimensions: without frame 40 x 25 cm Painting without frame Not signed Previously part of the Canesso ...

Category

16th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Tabernacle Door, Wood, Metal, 16th Century

$4,413

Tabernacle Door, Wood, Metal, 16th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

This type of elements are basic in churches, chapels, etc. since they contain the Sacred Forms, reason why it is logical the abundance, with a series of typologies more habitual and ...

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Renaissance Religious Items

Materials

Metal

“Ressurrection”, Polychromed Wood, Spanish School, 16th Century

$8,826

“Ressurrection”, Polychromed Wood, Spanish School, 16th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

The relief was probably a door of the Sagrario. The piece follows a customary decoration in the tabernacles of the Renaissance and the Baroque. Compare, for example, with the sevente...

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Renaissance Religious Items

Materials

Other

16th Century Madonna and child wood carving

$3,018

16th Century Madonna and child wood carving

Located in Bakewell, GB

16th Century Madonna and child wood carving, retaining some original polychrome decoration sizes 67 cms high, 30cms wide and 25 cms deep

Category

Antique 16th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Angelic Carved Wood Sculptures, 16th Century

$9,375Sale Price / set|25% Off

Angelic Carved Wood Sculptures, 16th Century

Located in North Miami, FL

Pair of 16th Century Italian carved polychromed angelic sculptures.

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Gold Leaf

Southern France, 16th-17th centurySaint Barbara France 16/17th Century Sculpture Wood Religious Old master Art, 1550-1650

$4,308

Saint Barbara France 16/17th Century Sculpture Wood Religious Old master Art

Located in Riva del Garda, IT

High relief panel depicting 'Saint Barbara' Southern France, 16th-17th century Polychrome carved wood with traces of gilding 64 x 32 cm.

Category

16th Century Old Masters Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Wood Panel

16th Century, Flemish Storied Wood Tapestry

$36,681

16th Century, Flemish Storied Wood Tapestry

Located in IT

16th century, Flemish storied wood tapestry Flanders Brussels The beautiful and precious tapestry, of fine workmanship and made with wool yarns, was made in the 16th century in F...

Category

Antique 16th Century Belgian Renaissance Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Chest. Wood, iron, marquetry. Italian school, 16th century.

$3,828

Chest. Wood, iron, marquetry. Italian school, 16th century.

Located in Madrid, ES

Chest. Wood, iron, marquetry. Italian school, 16th century.

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Other Blanket Chests

Materials

Other, Iron

Omnipresence of God, 16th Century, Carved Wood Panel

$35,500

Omnipresence of God, 16th Century, Carved Wood Panel

Located in North Miami, FL

A pair of 16th Century Spanish altar panels of Cherubs Representing the Omnipresence of God mounted on a Lucite panel with a double frame of hand-carved and finished wood.

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Gold Leaf

Choir stalls. Walnut wood. Spanish School, 16th century.

$17,828

Choir stalls. Walnut wood. Spanish School, 16th century.

Located in Madrid, ES

Choir stalls. Walnut wood. Spanish School, 16th century. Fragment of a choir stall, made of walnut, carved in its color, featuring three seats with their respective folding miserico...

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Renaissance Religious Items

Materials

Walnut

16th Century Partly Gilt Carved Wood Frame

$8,597

16th Century Partly Gilt Carved Wood Frame

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This rare Venetian frame entirely carved in high-relief shows a rich decor of scrolls, garlands, daisy flowers and thistles. At the four corners of the frame are depicted large acant...

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Picture Frames

Materials

Wood

Armchair, "frailero" or friar. Wood, leather. Spain, 16th century.

$685

Armchair, "frailero" or friar. Wood, leather. Spain, 16th century.

Located in Madrid, ES

Friar armchair. Leather, walnut wood. Spain, 16th century. Armchair with arms and high back of the type known as “frailero”, which has studded leather on the seat and upper part of ...

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Renaissance Armchairs

Materials

Other

Armchair, "frailero" or friar. Wood, leather. Spain, 16th century.

$822

Armchair, "frailero" or friar. Wood, leather. Spain, 16th century.

Located in Madrid, ES

Friar armchair. Walnut wood, leather. Spain, 16th century. Armchair with arms and high back of the type known as “frailero”, which has leather with studs on the seat and upper part ...

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Renaissance Armchairs

Materials

Other

The Crucifixion, 16th Century PIETER AERTSEN (1507-1575) 16th Century Dutch, 16th Century

$7,411

The Crucifixion, 16th Century PIETER AERTSEN (1507-1575) 16th Century Dutch

Located in Liphook, GB

The Crucifixion, 16th Century PIETER AERTSEN (1507-1575) 16th Century Dutch Old Master of the Crucifixion, oil on panel, by Pieter Aertsen. Large circa 1570 devotional scene of th...

Category

16th Century Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Nasrid or Post-Nasrid Wood Cabinet, Spain, 15th/16th Century

$168,977

Nasrid or Post-Nasrid Wood Cabinet, Spain, 15th/16th Century

Located in London, GB

A fine nasrid or post-nasrid fall-front wooden cabinet Spain, late 15th/16th century on four squat bulbous feet, of rectangular form, the front and top inlaid with eight-pointed star...

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Saint on a bed. Polychromed wood. Flemish school, 16th century.

$4,814

Saint on a bed. Polychromed wood. Flemish school, 16th century.

Located in Madrid, ES

Carved and polychrome wood. Flemish school, 16th century. Relief made of carved and polychrome wood that shows an old man with a particular headdress (reminiscent of some chaperones...

Category

Antique 16th Century European Renaissance Religious Items

Materials

Other

Saints Apostles John and Paul, Wood, Castillian School, 16th Century

$16,571 / set

Saints Apostles John and Paul, Wood, Castillian School, 16th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Pair of polychrome wood sculptures. "San Juan and San Pablo". Castilian school, 16th century.

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Renaissance Religious Items

Materials

Other

16th Century Southern Germany Wood Figure of Saint Roch

$16,000

16th Century Southern Germany Wood Figure of Saint Roch

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Easily recognizable with his gesture of showing pest effect on his thigh this pilgrim saint is accompanied by an angel curing him. The quality of the wood is noteworthy. Biblio...

Category

Antique 16th Century German Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Possibly Saint Hubert or Saint Eustace, Wood, Spanish School, 16th Century

$13,714

Possibly Saint Hubert or Saint Eustace, Wood, Spanish School, 16th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Carved, polychrome and gilded wood. Spanish school, 16th century. Carving in polychrome and gilded wood, simply roughened on the back, showing a richly dressed young horseman, wear...

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Renaissance Religious Items

Materials

Wood

Saint Anthony with the Child Jesus, Wood, Mechelen School, 16th Century

$3,314

Saint Anthony with the Child Jesus, Wood, Mechelen School, 16th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Saint Anthony with the Child Jesus. Wood. Mechelen School, 16th century. Sculpture in carved wood worked, as was usual in that center, on the front because it was designed to be pla...

Category

Antique 16th Century European Renaissance Religious Items

Materials

Other

Frame Carved Wood, Polychrome and Gold, 16th Century

$4,126

Frame Carved Wood, Polychrome and Gold, 16th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Carved wooden frame, polychromed and gilded made with different elements of marked Renaissance influence, resulting in an architectural composition with staggered base, two ribbed pi...

Category

Antique 16th Century European Renaissance Picture Frames

Materials

Wood

Saints John and Matthew, Polychrome Wood, Possibly, Burgos School, 16th Century

$48,717 / set

Saints John and Matthew, Polychrome Wood, Possibly, Burgos School, 16th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Pair of reliefs, San Juan and San Mateo. Polychrome wood. Possibly, Burgos school, 16th century. Pair of carved and polychrome wood reliefs that each show a seated human figure wri...

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Renaissance Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Other

16th Century Southern Germany Carved Wood Bracket Depicting a Mermaid

$22,925

16th Century Southern Germany Carved Wood Bracket Depicting a Mermaid

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

The harmony and beauty of this sculpture comes from the balance between the sobre treatment of the bust, highlighting the depth of the limewood and the subtlety of the carving for th...

Category

Antique 16th Century German Renaissance Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Friar armchair (frailero). Walnut wood, textile. Spain, 16th century.

$1,142

Friar armchair (frailero). Walnut wood, textile. Spain, 16th century.

Located in Madrid, ES

Friar armchair. Walnut wood, textile, metal. Spain, 16th century. Has defects.

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Renaissance Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Other

Flemish school, late 16th/early 17th century Late 16th or early 17th century by Flemish school, Riverscape, Oil on panel, 1620 ca.

$19,383Sale Price|20% Off

Late 16th or early 17th century by Flemish school, Riverscape, Oil on panel

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Flemish School, late 16th/early 17th century Title: Wide riverscape with bathing figures on the banks of a pond Year: 1620 ca. Medium: Oil on panel, octagon frame Dimensions: witho...

Category

Early 17th Century Dutch School Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Gothic Carved Chest, Handcrafted Solid Wood, Tyrol, 16th-18th Century

$5,142

Gothic Carved Chest, Handcrafted Solid Wood, Tyrol, 16th-18th Century

Located in ALHAURÍN EL GRANDE, Malaga

Origin: Tyrol, Austria Date: 16th–18th Century Materials: Hand-carved solid wood with 18th-century iron lock Condition: Good antique condition with historic restorations and addition...

Category

Antique 16th Century Austrian Gothic Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

Relief with angel head. Polychrome and gilded wood. Spanish school, 16th century

$685

Relief with angel head. Polychrome and gilded wood. Spanish school, 16th century

Located in Madrid, ES

Polychrome and gilded wood. Spanish school, 16th century. Rectangular table that presents, on the front, a relief of certain depth and figurative theme.

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Renaissance Religious Items

Materials

Other

Virgin and Child, polychrome wood carving, Hispanic school, 16th-17th century

$6,428Sale Price|25% Off

Virgin and Child, polychrome wood carving, Hispanic school, 16th-17th century

Located in Madrid, ES

Virgin and Child, polychrome wood carving, Hispanic school, 16th-17th century This carved and polychrome wood sculpture depicts the Virgin Mary with the Child in her arms, crowned an...

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Baroque Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Silver

Rare 16th Century Spanish Vargueño

$9,800

Rare 16th Century Spanish Vargueño

Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR

16th Century Spanish Bargueño, Polychromed Wood A rare and evocative Spanish bargueño dating to the 16th century, retaining traces of its original polychrome decoration.

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Renaissance Cupboards

Materials

Wood

16th century Antique Shan Buddha from Burma

$7,859

16th century Antique Shan Buddha from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Antique Shan Buddha Material : wood 75,5 cm high 39 cm wide Shan (Tai Yai) style Bhumisparsha mudra 16th century Gilt with 24 krt. gold leaf Weight: 10,9 kgs Originating from Burma (...

Category

Antique 16th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

16th century Antique Burmese Buddha from Burma

$2,990

16th century Antique Burmese Buddha from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

This Antique Burmese Buddha stands at a height of 64.5 cm and a width of 33 cm, crafted from wood during the 16th century, specifically the early Ava period.

Category

Antique 16th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

16th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Wood Carving Panel with A Set of Buddhas

$4,000Sale Price|20% Off

16th Century, Shan, Antique Burmese Wood Carving Panel with A Set of Buddhas

Located in Sampantawong, TH

Rare antique Burmese wood carving panel with a set of Buddhas. Age: Burma, Shan Period, 16th Century Size of panel only: Height 83.3 C.M. / Width 43 C.M. / Depth 11 C.M.

Category

Antique 16th Century Burmese Antiquities

Materials

Wood

16th century Northern Italian Renaissance carved wood Lion sculpture, c.1580

$2,857Sale Price|28% Off

16th century Northern Italian Renaissance carved wood Lion sculpture

Located in Varmo, IT

The compact, well-proportioned body reflects a conventional anatomical rendering consistent with northern Italian wood sculpture of the 16th century. The figure rests on a shaped rec...

Category

16th Century Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

16th Century, Saint Isidore, Patron of Farming and Gardening, Carved-Wood

$15,950

16th Century, Saint Isidore, Patron of Farming and Gardening, Carved-Wood

Located in North Miami, FL

16th Century Spanish carved-wood and polychromed sculpture and altar of Saint Isidore, Patron of Farming and Gardening.

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Renaissance Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Gold Leaf

16th Century German Hand Carved Painted Wood St. Sebastian

$36,571

16th Century German Hand Carved Painted Wood St. Sebastian

Located in Marbella, ES

16th century German hand carved painted wood St.

Category

Antique 16th Century German Religious Items

Materials

Wood

Rare French 16th century primitive wool comb

$1,028

Rare French 16th century primitive wool comb

Located in Meulebeke, BE

An exceptional 16th‑century French wool comb, hand‑carved in wood and iron, showcasing the utilitarian beauty of early rural craftsmanship.

Category

Antique 16th Century French Rustic Tribal Art

Materials

Metal

16th Century, Pair of Italian Lacquered and Gilt Wood Sculptures Torch Holders

$18,857

16th Century, Pair of Italian Lacquered and Gilt Wood Sculptures Torch Holders

Located in IT

16th Century, Pair of Italian Lacquered and Gilt Wood Sculptures Torch Holders The pair of sculptures, in finely carved wood, lacquered and gilded, was born as a torch holder, and ...

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

16th Century Primitive Table From the Mediterranean

$13,500

16th Century Primitive Table From the Mediterranean

Located in Fall River, MA

This 16th century table, heritage from Italy or Southern France, originates from a castle. Its primitive design and weathered appearance speak to its age and historical significance....

Category

Antique 16th Century French Primitive Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Italian Baroque carved wood sculpture - Saint Robert - 16th century, c.1520

$2,865Sale Price|37% Off

Italian Baroque carved wood sculpture - Saint Robert - 16th century

Located in Varmo, IT

Italian sculptor (16th century) - Saint Robert. 54 x 30 x h 112 cm.

Category

16th Century Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Paint

Amazing Chest, Italy, late 16th century

$8,571

Amazing Chest, Italy, late 16th century

Located in Madrid, ES

Amazing Chest, Italy, late 16th century 93 x 214 x 74 cm Rectangular shaped chest, in walnut wood.

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Gothic Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

16th century Antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

$4,186

16th century Antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue Material : wood 63 cm high 30,5 cm wide and 22,4 cm deep With several layers of 24 krt. gold Ava style Bhumisparsha mudra 16th century Weight: 7,...

Category

Antique 16th Century Nepalese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

16th century Special antique wooden Burmese Buddha from Burma

$6,408

16th century Special antique wooden Burmese Buddha from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Special antique wooden Burmese Buddha Material : wood 58,8 cm high 40,2 cm wide and 23,9 cm deep Gilded with 24 krt. gold Bhumisparsha mudra 16th century In very good condition, very...

Category

Antique 16th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Belgian Processional Crucifix on Pedestal, 16th Century

$3,428

Belgian Processional Crucifix on Pedestal, 16th Century

Located in Meulebeke, BE

Belgium / 16th Century / Crucifix / wood, marble, metal / Religious An exceptional 16th-century Belgian crucifix, originally conceived for use in religious processions, later mounte...

Category

Antique 16th Century Belgian Baroque Religious Items

Materials

Marble, Metal

16th century Antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

$3,332

16th century Antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Antique wooden Burmese Buddha statue Material : wood 46 cm high 28,5 cm wide and 20,5 cm deep With traces of the original 24 krt. gold Ava style Bhumisparsha mudra 16th century Speci...

Category

Antique 16th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Italian Baroque carved wood sculpture - Saint Maurus - 16th century, c.1520

$3,438Sale Price|33% Off

Italian Baroque carved wood sculpture - Saint Maurus - 16th century

Located in Varmo, IT

Italian sculptor (16th century) - Saint Maurus. 54 x 30 x h 110 cm.

Category

16th Century Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Paint

Renaissance relief - Italy, probably Rome, 16th century

$5,440Sale Price|30% Off

Renaissance relief - Italy, probably Rome, 16th century

Located in Bruxelles, BE

Renaissance relief depicting two female figures dressed in a chiton Italy, probably Rome, 16th century Marble, wooden frame (provenance label on the back) 28 x 20 x 5 cm This beau...

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Spanish Renaissance Casket of the 16th Century

$5,158

Spanish Renaissance Casket of the 16th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Spanish Renaissance casket, 16th century In carved, polychrome and gilded wood decorated with a vase with horns of plenty, heads of cherubs and fruits.

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Antique 16th Century Dutch Baroque Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Frans Franken III 16th Century Oil on Wood, Adoration of the Magi, Painting

$32,096

Frans Franken III 16th Century Oil on Wood, Adoration of the Magi, Painting

By Frans Franken the Younger

Located in IT

Frans Franken III and aid, Adoration of the Magi Good condition The oil painting on wood, with a gold background, depicts an Adoration of the Magi. The Magi are dressed in sumptuous ...

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Antique 16th Century Belgian Renaissance Paintings

Materials

Paint

Early 16th century German Gothic Cabinet / Sideboard

$85,000

Early 16th century German Gothic Cabinet / Sideboard

Located in Troy, NY

Early 16th century German Gothic Cabinet / Sideboard. Very attractive, rare and large Gothic cabinet / sideboard with three drawers over two doors, constructed in three parts shelved...

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Antique 16th Century German Gothic Sideboards

Materials

Wood

Pair Of 16th Century Gilt Silver Saints, Framed

$2,885 / set

Pair Of 16th Century Gilt Silver Saints, Framed

Located in Bradenton, FL

Pair of 17th Century Gilt silver framed saints. Silver saints are draped in period clothing and holding a book, against a red fabric background with gold trim. Square wooden frames h...

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Antique 16th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Art

Materials

Metal

English Renaissance Crest Embroidery, Framed, 16th Century, Velvet

$2,800

English Renaissance Crest Embroidery, Framed, 16th Century, Velvet

Located in Queens, NY

English Renaissance embroidery of a crest having a crown top mounted on a red velvet background in an ebonized wood frame.

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Antique 16th Century English Northern Renaissance Decorative Art

Materials

Thread, Velvet, Wood

Sculpture of John The Baptist, 16th Century

$10,000Sale Price|20% Off

Sculpture of John The Baptist, 16th Century

Located in North Miami, FL

Early 16th Century Spanish gold gilded and polychromed carved wood sculpture of John The Baptist.

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Antique 16th Century Spanish Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Gold Leaf

Pair of Venetian 16th Century carved and gilded wood heraldic lions, c.1580

$6,857Sale Price|33% Off

Pair of Venetian 16th Century carved and gilded wood heraldic lions

Located in Varmo, IT

Venetian sculptor (late 16th century) - Pair of flag-bearing lions. 40 x 30 x h 75 cm.

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16th Century Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

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16th Century Metal/Wood Box, France

Unavailable

H 8.67 in W 15.75 in D 11.82 in

16th Century Metal/Wood Box, France

Located in Brussels, BE

A 16th century metal/wood box, France. A very finely worked out metal box with an oak interior.

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Antique 16th Century French Gothic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron

16th Century Pair of Italian Lacquered Wood Candleholders

Unavailable

H 16.93 in W 4.14 in D 4.14 in

16th Century Pair of Italian Lacquered Wood Candleholders

Located in Milan, IT

16th century pair of Italian lacquered wood candleholders.

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Antique 16th Century Italian Candle Holders

16th Century Pair of Floor Lamps

Unavailable

H 70.08 in W 24.81 in D 23.63 in

16th Century Pair of Floor Lamps

Located in Genova, IT

Pair of floor lamps in carved wood, painted and gilded, Tuscany, 16th century.

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Antique 16th Century Italian Baroque Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood

Antique Mexican Pot, 16th Century

Unavailable

H 5 in Dm 7 in

Antique Mexican Pot, 16th Century

Located in Melville, NY

c. 1500s Museum quality antique Mexican pot. Original authenticity note included.

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Antique 16th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Wood

16th Century Spanish Leather and Wood Box with Ironwork

Unavailable

H 11.82 in W 20.08 in D 10.63 in

16th Century Spanish Leather and Wood Box with Ironwork

Located in Barcelona, ES

Spanish leather and wood box with ironwork 16th century. Measures: 30 x 51 x 27.5 cm.

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Antique 16th Century Spanish Renaissance Decorative Boxes

Materials

Leather, Wood

Saint Sebastian Wood Carved Sculpture, 16th Century Lower Rhine

Unavailable

H 37.41 in W 11.82 in D 7.09 in

Saint Sebastian Wood Carved Sculpture, 16th Century Lower Rhine

Located in Bamberg, DE

Lower Rhine Master, c. 1520 A fully sculpted sculpture of the saint carved from oak. Whereas in the representations handed down from the Gothic period the main focus was still on th...

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Antique 16th Century German Gothic Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Pair of 16th Century Finials

Unavailable

H 26 in Dm 14 in

Pair of 16th Century Finials

Located in Natchez, MS

Pair of 16th century Finials from a Baroque church in Belgium.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Belgian Architectural Elements

Materials

Wood

16th Century Wooden Bhairava Mask

Unavailable

H 10.5 in W 12.5 in D 4 in

16th Century Wooden Bhairava Mask

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Bhairava has a special significance in Nepal as he is the guardian of Kathmandu. His image is still paraded through the streets every year as part of the festival of Indra-Jahra. Thi...

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Antique 16th Century Nepalese Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Fine 16th Century Sculpture of Virgin with Child in Carved Wood

Unavailable

H 27.17 in W 10.24 in D 5.91 in

Fine 16th Century Sculpture of Virgin with Child in Carved Wood

Located in Madrid, ES

Virgin with child Spain, 16th century. Carved and polychromed wood. 69 x 15 x 26 cms.

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Antique 16th Century Spanish Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Frans Pourbus the Elder16th century crucifixion scene - Flemish old master - Antwerp, Bruges, 16th century

Unavailable

H 25.6 in W 19.69 in

16th century crucifixion scene - Flemish old master - Antwerp, Bruges

Located in Antwerp, BE

Antwerp Master (Frans Pourbus the Elder / Maerten De Vos / circle of) Crucifixion with Mary and John Oil on panel 65 x 50 cm or 25 ¹⁹/₃₂ x 19 ¹¹/₁₆ inches 105 x 88,5 cm or 41 ¹¹/₃₂ x...

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16th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Panel, Oil, Wood Panel

Wood Sculpture, Archangel Michael, 16th-17th Century, Europe

Unavailable

H 13.98 in W 6.3 in D 3.94 in

Wood Sculpture, Archangel Michael, 16th-17th Century, Europe

Located in Basel, BS

Wood sculpture depicting Archangel Michael. Probably late 16th century. / early 17th century, Germany.

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Antique Early 17th Century German Baroque Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

16th Century Renaissance Christoph Schwarz Oil on Wood Christ Going to Calvary

Unavailable

H 31.89 in W 19.69 in D 1.19 in

16th Century Renaissance Christoph Schwarz Oil on Wood Christ Going to Calvary

By Christoph Schwarz

Located in Roma, IT

Christoph Schwarz was born in 1548, the fonts are not sure if in Munich or in Ingolstadt and his father was a goldsmith from Munich that drove him in to the artistic world in fact he...

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Antique 16th Century Renaissance Paintings

Materials

Wood

16th Century French Crucified Christ

Unavailable

H 8.67 in W 5.91 in D 1.19 in

16th Century French Crucified Christ

Located in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul

French Crucified Christ from the 16th century. Carved in wood. Features no arms.

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Antique 16th Century French Religious Items

Materials

Wood

16th Century Polychromed Wooden Saint Sebastian

Unavailable

H 30 in W 10 in D 9 in

16th Century Polychromed Wooden Saint Sebastian

Located in Alella, ES

Sensual youth bound man against a tree trunk, arms tight with rope, wearing loin cloth, injured by arrows. Popular Art. Origin: Burgos, Spain. History: A 3rd c. A.D. Roman nobleman, ...

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Antique 16th Century Spanish Primitive Religious Items

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Wood

16th Century Nepalese Wooden Mask of Bhairava

Unavailable

H 14 in W 8.25 in D 3 in

16th Century Nepalese Wooden Mask of Bhairava

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

The representation of Shiva's head in the middle of this deity’s hair-dress, and his third eye (urna) in the middle of his forehead, confirm this image as that of Shiva in one of his...

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Antique 16th Century Nepalese Antiquities

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Wood

Medieval Sculpture of a Shepherd, Part of a 16th Century Retable Piece

Unavailable

H 12.21 in W 5.12 in D 3.15 in

Medieval Sculpture of a Shepherd, Part of a 16th Century Retable Piece

Located in Brussels, BE

A polychromed wooden sculpture (a shepherd). Part of a retable piece - scene from the adoration of the shepherds. Antwerp (Flanders) - early 16th century, and marked twice with the ...

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Antique 16th Century Belgian Medieval Religious Items

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Wood

Japanese Negoro Lacquer Tray 'Oshiki', 16th Century

Unavailable

H 11.82 in W 0.67 in D 11.42 in

Japanese Negoro Lacquer Tray 'Oshiki', 16th Century

Located in Milano, IT

Antique Negoro lacquer wares were produced at the Negoro-ji temple complex in Izumi Province. The red layers of lacquer on Negoro wares are intended to gradually wear away with use, ...

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Antique 16th Century Japanese Lacquer

Materials

Wood

Rare Chinese Ming Dynasty Table with Puddingstone Top, 16th-17th Century Elmwood

Unavailable

H 33.08 in W 41.34 in D 27.96 in

Rare Chinese Ming Dynasty Table with Puddingstone Top, 16th-17th Century Elmwood

Located in Seeshaupt, DE

This elegantly shaped Northern elm table is a great example of Shanxi province’s vernacular furniture. Shape and style suggest it was used as an offering table in front of a long al...

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Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Furniture

Materials

Stone

Set of Four 16th Century Gothic Oak Panels

Unavailable

H 21.5 in W 10 in

Set of Four 16th Century Gothic Oak Panels

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A Rare Set Of 4 16th Century Gothic Carved Oak Panels. Now Mounted In Iron Frames On Stands Which Can Be Removed To Hang On A Wall. Depicting Mary Magdalene With Jug Of Ointment, Cat...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Gothic Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Late 15th-Early 16th Century Rare Solid Oak Armoire

Unavailable

H 68.51 in W 41.74 in D 31.11 in

Late 15th-Early 16th Century Rare Solid Oak Armoire

Located in Thoree les pins, FR

Spain early 16th century, rare and exceptional Gothic armoire opening by two solid doors (formed of a single plank), two pretty wrought iron falling handles, decorated with palms. On...

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Antique 16th Century Spanish Primitive Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood

Japanese Wooden Buddhist Sculpture of Amida Nyorai, 16th Century

Unavailable

H 16.15 in W 11.03 in D 11.34 in

Japanese Wooden Buddhist Sculpture of Amida Nyorai, 16th Century

Located in Milano, IT

The Amitabha (Amida in Japanese) Buddha is shown standing with his hands forming the Amida raigo-in mudra. The face has a serene expression, with closed eyes under delicately arched ...

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Antique 16th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

16th-17th Century Spanish Inlaid Vargueno

Unavailable

H 20.5 in W 39 in D 15 in

16th-17th Century Spanish Inlaid Vargueno

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A rare and superbly inlaid late 16th or early 17th century Spanish vargueno. Original iron handles, locks and hardware.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Spanish Baroque Cabinets

Materials

Wood

16th Century German Cabinet with a Floral and Architectural Decoration

Unavailable

H 16.54 in W 20.48 in D 12.6 in

16th Century German Cabinet with a Floral and Architectural Decoration

Located in Paris, FR

Kabinettschrank decorated with floral and architectural motifs, inlaid in intarsia. Two doors open on a series of seven drawers, two of which are fake and are part of the top belt c...

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Antique 16th Century German Renaissance Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Pair of 16th. century Relicqueries

Unavailable

H 36 in W 18 in D 16 in

Pair of 16th. century Relicqueries

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair of walnut relicqueries of Saint Augustine and Saint Lawerance

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Statues

Materials

Wood

16th Century, Carved, Gilded and Polychrome Wooden Frame

Unavailable

H 49.22 in W 41.74 in D 3.55 in

16th Century, Carved, Gilded and Polychrome Wooden Frame

Located in Brescia, IT

by LUCA MOMBELLO (Orzivecchi, 1518/1520 - 1588/1596) Carved, gilded and polychrome wooden frame Water gilding Brescia (Italy), mid-16th century Outside cm 125x106x9 B...

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Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Picture Frames

Materials

Wood

Bust of a Young Noble Lady Italy 'Tuscany?', 16th Century

Unavailable

H 7.88 in W 7.88 in D 3.94 in

Bust of a Young Noble Lady Italy 'Tuscany?', 16th Century

Located in Brussels, BE

Bust of a young noble lady Italy (Tuscany?), 16th century Bust with traces of polychromy.

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Antique 16th Century Italian Gothic Busts

Materials

Wood

16th Century Carved Religious Panel Sculpture of Poor Souls in Purgatory Hell

Unavailable

H 19.69 in W 19.3 in D 2.76 in

16th Century Carved Religious Panel Sculpture of Poor Souls in Purgatory Hell

Located in London, GB

Rare 15th / 16th Century Italian walnut wood panel with heavily carved deep relief depiction of religious sinners lamenting in the flames of hell - poor souls in purgatory.

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Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Religious Items

Materials

Wood

Late 16th Century, Japanese Folding Screen, Hawk on Oak tree, Momoyama Period

Unavailable

H 64.97 in W 143.31 in D 0.79 in

Late 16th Century, Japanese Folding Screen, Hawk on Oak tree, Momoyama Period

Located in Central Hong-Kong, HK

During Momoyama period, folding screen was the most developed painting format. At that time, the Kano School was a dominant painting style favoured by Oda Nobunaga, Toyotomi Hideyosh...

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Antique 16th Century Japanese Other Antiquities

Materials

Wood, Paper

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Were there cannons in the 16th century?
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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.
Was there glass in the 16th century?
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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.
What furniture was used in the 16th century?
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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.
What is the most important painting of the 20th century?
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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.
What is 17th-century furniture called?
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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.
Did they have wedding rings in the 18th century?
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How did art change in the 18th century?
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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.
How do you identify 18th-century furniture?
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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.
What color wood is mid-century modern?
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There is no single color wood that is mid-century modern. Designers working in the style employed a variety of finishes, though purplish reds, mid-yellows, light browns and medium dark browns were among the most commonly used. Teak wood was an especially popular material, not only due to its warm medium hue but also due to its strength and the beauty of its natural grain. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
Who invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century?
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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.
How can I identify 18th century brass candlesticks?
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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.
What are the major features of Dutch 17th century portraiture?
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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.
Who was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century?
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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.
Which individuals are considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons, and why?
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What art style was used by the 19th-century French painters?
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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.
How do I care for a vintage wood or ceramic mid-century coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Wipe wood surfaces with a soft, dry cloth and condition periodically; ceramic and glass tops should be cleaned with a non-abrasive cleaner to avoid scratching any finish.
What wood tones pair best with a mid-century modern nightstand?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Teak and walnut are the two most common tones and pair easily with each other; rosewood reads slightly more formal as a single statement piece.
What kinds of figures elevated the use of porcelain in 18th century Europe?
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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.
Is glass or wood a better coffee table top for a mid-century modern living room?
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Wood tops feel warmer and closer to the era's original materials, while glass tops show off a rug or floor beneath and read slightly more contemporary; both are common in period-correct pieces.