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Rococo Urns

ROCOCO STYLE

Rococo was an aesthetic movement in the fine and decorative arts in the 18th century that found its inspiration in nature and fostered an overall lightness and delicacy of form, construction and ornament in interior design. Rococo furniture, while greatly influenced by trends in Italy and Germany, is often called Louis XV style — the movement having reached its best expression during that sybaritic French king’s reign.

The term “rococo” is thought to be a portmanteau of the French words rocaille and coquilles — “rock” and “shells” — organic motifs frequently used in architecture and design of the style.

When it comes to authentic Rococo furniture's characteristics, it is above all sensuous and social. The furniture of earlier eras in Europe had been heavy in every sense; the Rococo period saw the appearance of light-framed upholstered armchairs, side chairs and occasional tables that could easily be moved to form conversational circles.

The signal detail of Rococo furniture design is the gently curved cabriole, or S-shaped chair-, table-, and cabinet-leg. It imitates the bend of a tree limb or a flower stem. In a further reference to nature, furnishings were often asymmetrical and painted white, or in soft, pastel shades. Rococo has become a timeless style, and as the furniture pieces presented on 1stDibs demonstrate, its playful, sculptural forms can provide visual excitement to contemporary, clean-lined spaces.

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Style: Rococo
Impressive Large Lidded Ornate Bronze Urn
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Impressive ornate and large bronze urn having a blackened matte finish with some verdigris coloration. There is a removeable lid topped with acorn finial. Gorgeous grape and leaf d...
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2010s American Rococo Urns

Materials

Bronze

Impressive Large Lidded Ornate Bronze Urn
Impressive Large Lidded Ornate Bronze Urn

Impressive Large Lidded Ornate Bronze Urn

$1,350
Urns Pair Delft Blue and White, 18th Century, Holland
Located in New York, NY
Urns pair of delft blue and white 18th century, Holland. A pair of stunning urns made during the 18th century in Delft, Holland. Glazed pottery in blue and white.
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18th Century Dutch Antique Rococo Urns

Materials

Delft

Urns Pair Delft Blue and White, 18th Century, Holland
Urns Pair Delft Blue and White, 18th Century, Holland

Urns Pair Delft Blue and White, 18th Century, Holland

$3,500 / set
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Chinese Barrel-Form Brass Urn with Traditional Archaistic Ornamentation and Lid
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Pair of Solid Granite Large Urns
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Pair of Large Italian Urns
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20th Century Italian Rococo Urns

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Pair of 18th Century Half-Urn Carved Wood Decorations
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Rococo urns for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Rococo urns for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 19th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage urns created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, delft and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rococo urns made in a specific country, there are Europe, England, and Netherlands pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for urns differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,450 and tops out at $3,500 while the average work can sell for $2,475.

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