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Decorative Objects For Sale
Style: Baroque
Style: Sheraton
18th Century Italian Carved Wood Polychrome Virgin Mary Sculpture
Located in Doha, QA
This is an outstanding Italian 18th century carved wood polychromed sculpture of Virgin Mary. The Sculpture is hand painted with some remains of a gold gilt in few places and originated until lately in a private Villa in Tuscany (Italy). The colors are typical red, blue and green are spectacular on this large figure. The Virgin's hands are joined together in a prayer, while standing on a pedestal on the both sides of which are devil's horns (bottom left side horn missing ) symbolising Holly Mary defeating the Evil, protected by the Holly Ghost and an Angel. A story tells the pose of the Virgin Mary sculpture...
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18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Pine
17th Century Italian Leather Box
Located in Chicago, IL
A stunning 17th century Italian leather covered wood trunk covered in brass nail heads, some spelling out a word on top, and with iron strap hinges a...
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17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of Vintage Gilded Bronze Stands with Inlay, circa 1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of vintage gilded bronze stands with inlay, circa 1940
Gorgeous pair of cast bronze stands with inlay
We are unsure of the material used for the inlay. The inlay is hand paint...
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Mid-20th Century American Baroque Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
20th Century Italian Sterling Silver Inkstand, baroque revival
Located in VALENZA, IT
Faithful copy of the writing service by the silversmith Pietro Rubini, Milan c.1775
The inkstand is composed of a shaped tray supported by 4 rocailles feet, modeled along the entire profile by finely embossed and chiselled volutes, leaves and shells.
Above the tray are two ink holders and two pen holders with spiral workmanship and highly embossed vegetable decorations.
A bell in the center of the object rests on a FASTIGIO pierced with flowering vines.
By Fiorentini, Argenterie di Milano - Italy
for ARVAL ARGENTI VALENZA
Italian silverware...
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Late 20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Objects
Materials
Sterling Silver
Small 18th Century Italian Carved Wooden Head with Glass Eyes
Located in Buisson, FR
Stunning handcarved wooden head fragment with beautiful expression and glass eyes,
Italy, circa 1750-1800. Beautiful example of 18th century craftsmanship.
Weathered
Measurement ...
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18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass, Wood
Spectacular Set of Porcelain Table Decorations by Volkstedt
Located in Litchfield, CT
Porzellanfabrik, Thuringen, Germany, circa 1920s, by Aelteste Volkstedter. To set a breathtaking table, first give each guest their own unique porcelain sculpture …. This dramatic co...
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1920s German Baroque Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Set of 19th Century Gilt Bronze Candelabras Bronze Color France
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Set of gilded Bronze Candelabras or Candlesticks. the barrel and base with cut sides 19th century.
Category
19th Century French Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Large Antique French 17th Century Carved Walnut Saint Peter Santos Figure Statue
Located in Portland, OR
A fine & large antique 17th Century French carved walnut statue of Saint Peter, circa 1680.
The statue is finely carved from walnut and depicts Saint Peter holding a bible in his ha...
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1680s French Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Walnut
Table Box Fired Enamel Guillochè and Hand Engravings Sterling Silver Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Rectangular table box in sterling silver 925/1000 gold plated with very fine hand-engraving Baroque style on the lid, fire-enamelled in 2 colours. In the center an ancient oval plate...
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1970s Italian Baroque Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Blue and White Dutch Delft Tile with Bird, Mid 17th Century
Located in AMSTERDAM, NH
The Netherlands
Circa 1630 - 1660
A fine painted blue and white tile with a decoration of a bird on a piece of fruit.
With so-called oxheads as corner decoration.
A genuine c...
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Mid-17th Century Dutch Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica, Faience
Very impressive 19th Century solid silver antique German model of a Ship
Located in Madrid, ES
Very impressive 19th century solid silver antique German model of a ship, named "Nef" in the renaissance style, impressively large and highly deta...
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19th Century German Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver
After Antoine-Louis Barye Walking Lion Le lion qui marche White Marble Effect
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Antiquarian Marble -Effect, Walking White Lion
The white lion, roaring and striding forwards.
On a plinth decorated with greek key ornament.
White marble effect resin.
After the ant...
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1960s English Baroque Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Resin
18th Century Hand Carved Spanish Polychrome Painted Framed Mirror
Located in Vero Beach, FL
18th century hand carved Spanish polychrome painted framed mirror
This Baroque wood frame is hand carved and polychrome painted. The contrast...
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18th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
19th Century French Bronze Box with Semi Precious Stones
Located in Houston, TX
19th century French bronze box with semi precious stones.
Lovely 19th century French Baroque style bronze box or jewel casket with semi...
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19th Century French Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Bronze
Baroque Style Faux Bois MAC Gilt Candlestick Floor Sculpture, Mar Co.
By MAC
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Tall floor torchère sculpture by Mar Co.' and 'M.A.C. Sculpture, Inc. California. This baroque inspired sculptural floor candlestick is made of resin with a reflective gilt painted f...
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Early 2000s American Baroque Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Leaf
Antique 18th Century Dutch Delft Chinoserie Plate w. Peony & Chrysanthemum
By Delft
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This antique 18th Century Dutch Delft Chinoserie plate is a captivating piece of ceramic art that reflects the outstanding craftsmanship and cultural exchange of its time. Originatin...
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Early 18th Century Dutch Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Faience
Large Antique Pair of 19th Century Sculptured Marley Horses, After Coustou
Located in Markington, GB
Guillaume Coustou is best known for his two pieces of marble sculpture, each called Horse restrained by a Groom (1739-45, Louvre Museum, Paris), known jointly as the Marly Horses.
...
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1890s French Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Large Early Baroque Frame, “Regina Coeli” Italy, late 16th / early 17th Century
Located in Greding, DE
A large gilded Baroque frame made of carved wood with stucco applications, partially polychrome-painted.
Inner dimensions: 116 x 78 cm
The tall, rectangular frame is crowned by a lar...
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Early 17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Giltwood
Spanish Colonial Gilt Wood Vargueno With Red and Black Paint
Located in Stamford, CT
Spanish Colonial style painted and gilt wood table top vargueno, a chest with eight drawers and four doors with iron drop pulls. A sweet little chest with a lot of personality, decor...
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Early 20th Century Baroque Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
Baroque Painted & Giltwood Frame or Mirror, Hand Carved, Italy, 18th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Baroque style Florentine painted and giltwood picture or mirror frame - expertly hand carved from one solid piece of wood - featuring robust gilded laurel leaf carving to the raised front - surrounded by red lacquer to the curving sides - all surrounded by an undulating ribbon border - replaced hanger to the back - unsigned - Italy - 18th century.
Excellent antique condition - vintage replacement...
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Late 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Giltwood, Paint
18th Century French Baroque Brass Candlestick
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a great example of a French period Baroque brass candlestick. The candlestick is in very good original condition. There is a slight dent to the round base of the stick and th...
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Early 18th Century French Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Fine Pair Of Antique Onyx And Gilt Bronze Urn Form Garnitures Mutual Sunset Lamp
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The Pair, early 20th Century, with deep green color Onyx having natural cream and brown inclusions with finely chased and detailed gilt bronze handles, lid with pine cone finial and ...
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Early 20th Century American Baroque Decorative Objects
Materials
Onyx, Bronze
Pair of 18th Century Italian Carved Giltwood Baroque Candleholders
Located in Buisson, FR
Unique Baroque giltwood candleholders for in total 6 candles, Italy, circa 1750-1780. Weathered, repairs and losses.
More pictures available on request....
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18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Porcelain Dragon, Handmade in Italy, Handcrafted Design 2021
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Our artisan's pieces are a dream come true, as in Dragon Trainers.
This ceramic piece is completely hand-crafted and painted with love and care.
Category
2010s Italian Baroque Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Dutch Delft Pottery Polychrome Beaker Vase by Pieter Kocx/De Grieksche A
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Dutch Delft pottery beaker form vase.
By Pieter Adriaensz Kocx of De Grieksche A.
With a white ground and decorated with floral motifs in reds, blues, and greens and with gi...
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18th Century Dutch Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Delft
18th century Neapolitan Terracotta Santo Presepio Figure of Saint Anna
Located in Leesburg, VA
18th century Neapolitan Terracotta Santo Presepio Figure of Saint Anna
Anonymous
Naples, Italy; ca. 1760
Polychrome terracotta, wood, silk, gla...
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1760s Italian Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta, Silk, Glass, Wood
18th Century Swedish Miniature Baroque Chest of Drawers
Located in Allerum, SE
Good 18th century Swedish miniature Baroque jewellery box / commode in it's original finish with good patination. ca 1750 Sweden.
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18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
19th Century Mosaic Inlaid Marquetry Jewelry Box Sorrento Napoli, C1880
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Amazing Marquetry and inlay on this Sorrento Napoli Box C1880. There is craftsmanship of the highest caliber all over this box. Box front drops down to reveal inside completely cover...
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1880s Italian Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Ferdinand Barbedienne " Diana" Sculpture, 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
"Diane de Gabies"
French sculpture, late 19th century.
Patinated bronze with "Ferdinand Barbedienne" foundry marks.
Height: 51 cm.
Very goo...
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19th Century French Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
19th Century Spanish Wrought Iron Candle Sconces, a Pair
Located in Winter Park, FL
A pair of 19th century Spanish Baroque style wrought iron two-light candle sconces with fine scroll work and riveted hammered candle cups. Nicely detailed, hand-crafted. Shown with b...
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19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Wrought Iron
Handblown Murano Glass Candelabra Multicolored, circa 1940
By Murano 5
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Handblown Murano glass candelabra, multicolored, circa 1940, Baroque style, five-arm candelabra with multicolored applied decoration, materials...
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Mid-20th Century Baroque Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
1895 Sevres Style Porcelain and Ormolu Bronze Covered Cornucopia Urn Vase
Located in Germantown, MD
RARE FRENCH PORCELAIN Sevres Style Cornucopia Ormolu Horn Vase Urn. French chinoiserie 19th century Porcelain Vases Gilt Bronze Ormolu Mounts....
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Late 19th Century French Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Talavera Majolica Hand Painted Amphora/Urn Vase
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Talavera Majolica Amphora/Urn Vase. It depicts a hand painted amphora/urn with a white background showing a scene in the front of a Spaniard gentleman riding a horse and in...
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20th Century Spanish Baroque Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
Gilt Austrian Zappler Miniature Cow's tail Pendulum Clock
Located in Montreal, QC
Gilt Austrian Zappler miniature owl's tail pendulum clock with gilt scrolls decorated with eagles, angel and turquoise stones and figural ottoman turk finial. Provenance Liliane M. ...
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1780s Austrian Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Meissen Large Allegorical Group 'The Fire' by M.V. Acier, Germany Around, 1850
Located in Vienna, AT
Excellent Meissen porcelain group of the 19th century:
Depiction of the merely cloth-covered, bearded and crowned god Hephaestus (Roman: Vulcanus) seated centrally on a rock, holding a long-handled hammer beside him and looking off to the side, surrounded by winged putti representing activities from his trade: Patronizing the entire artistic spectrum of metalworking, including the production of jewelry, weapons, sacred-ritual and profane utilitarian objects, the one helping putto to his right is busy firing a cannon made of metal, to his left another putto is forging on an anvil with the help of a hammer and tongs, in front of him, at his feet are presented ornately crafted war ornaments such as a helmet and shield, at the back a putto holds small torches in both hands.
The group is based on irregular rock base with gold rim.
Designer:
MICHAEL VICTOR ACIER (1736 Versailles - 1799 Dresden)
Trained as a sculptor in Paris, he received a call to the porcelain factory in Meissen in 1762: he created a large number of groups in the Watteau style...
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Mid-19th Century German Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Italian Ceramic Animal Figurine Turkey Porcelain Bird Figure Tureen
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
Mid century tall Italian animal figurine Ceramic decorative Turkey Tureen with ladle Vitrine object
Material: porcelain, ceramic, tin glazed earthenware...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica, Porcelain
RARE EUROPEAN MUSIC BOX 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
RARE EUROPEAN MUSIC BOX
19th Century
European, box with 50 discs of 30 cm, double comb, manufactured in the late 19th century.
Stone-eye capped with metal application.
Top decorate...
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19th Century French Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Table Box Baroque style with two-tone fired enamels Sterling Silver Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
This awesome Table Box Baroque style is in 925/1000 sterling silver.
it has a Rectangular shape with hand-engraved intricate design Black and Green color fire enameled.
Table Box Bar...
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1970s Italian Baroque Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Photo Frame baroque style engraving Sterling Silver Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Octagonal notched photo frame in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with fine fire-enamelled baroque style engraving. External dimensions cm. 14.2 x 17.8, internal oval cm. 8 x 12....
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1970s Italian Baroque Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Plate, Enamel, Sterling Silver
Pair of Baroque Putti Cherubs, Polychrome & Gilt Wood, French Pyrenees ca 1700
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Pair of original Baroque wooden putti / winged cherubs.
We were told that they originate from a church in the French Pyrenees.
We suppose they are from...
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17th Century French Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Vintage Cubitt car Mascot of Cupid by LE Jeune
By A.E. Lejeune
Located in Dereham, GB
Vintage Cubitt car mascot in the form of brass Cupid with bow & arrow,stamped Cubitts Cupid, R/D LE JEUNE
Cast Brass
original car mascot 1920s
Dimensions: Cupid Figure H 13.5cm x ...
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1920s French Baroque Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
17th Century Lantern Alarm Clock by Johannes Quelch, Oxford
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
An English 17th century lantern clock made of brass and iron, circa 1665-1670. The clock consists of going and striking trains, as well as a...
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17th Century British Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Pair of 19th Century Busts
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of 19th century busts. These are 2 19th century Gesso painted busts of 2 archaeologists of the period. Measurements: 69 x 62 x 28 Y 65 x 60 x 30
Good condition.
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19th Century English Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Gesso
18th Century Italian Baroque Carved Santos Icon Sculpture
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Majestic 18th century Italian baroque polychrome Santos icon sculpture of a young man. The carved icon is depicted standing and wearing a flowing robe with graceful movement. He has ...
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18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Large Amphora Vase Majolica Figurative Subject Crocodile Hunt Rubens Policrome
Located in Recanati, IT
Majestic majolica Amphora vase, with a height of 183 cm (72 in) and a diameter of 52 cm (20,5 in): a unique piece, entirely handmade and hand-painted in Gubbio, Central Italy, in 1995. Its surface is decorated with a splendid and detailed reproduction of the famous "The Hippopotamus and Crocodile Hunt", painted by Peter Paul Ruben's (1615).
The body of the vase shows remarkable technical capabilities, given its size and complexity. The amphora is divided into three parts: the base, the central body and the neck. The rarity of majolica artworks of this size lies in the technical difficulty of managing the entire creation process given the large size, both for the making of the terracotta artifact and the subsequent decorating phase. During the first firing of the clay biscuit the risk of breakage is very high and also during the second firing of the color majolica hides many pitfalls, this explains the rarity of artworks of this size, the difficulty of the decorations and consequently their value.
Description of the reproduction painted :
Peter Paul Rubens created the canvas oil painting entitled The Hippopotamus and Crocodile Hunt between 1615–16. The hunt takes place on the banks of the Nile, as indicated by a palm tree in the background. As hippopotami and crocodiles were considered dangerous nuisances, their destruction was a duty performed by noblemen. The hunting party comprises three men in orientalizing costume—mounted on Arabian horses, who hunt with lance and sword—and two valets clad in roughly-hewn jerkins—one of whom has been killed by one of the beasts. The enraged hippopotamus tramples the crocodile, as both are attacked by the hunters and hounds...
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1990s Italian Baroque Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica
Large Late 17th Century Baroque Iron Door Lock
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Large French baroque wrought iron door lock on acrylic stand.
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Late 17th Century French Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Wrought Iron
Snuff Box Round Guilloche Enamel Box Gold Paillons Stars of Sky Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Round table snuffbox in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with translucent blue fired enamel on guillochè and with the insertion of pure gold “paillons” in the shape of stars to create a starry sky effect. With turquoise enamel circle with hand-engraved motif. Late 1600s Baroque style. Diameter cm. 7.7 cm high. 2.3. Weight gr. 226. Designed by Franco Salimbeni in 1967 and produced in Florence in several specimens in the Salimbeni company headquarters with manual workmanship by skilled artisan artists with thick slab and large reinforcements suitable for withstanding numerous enamelled firings at high heat at about 800° C -
The Paillons processing, now almost disappeared, and a rare technique recognized as a craft. Several layers of enamel are applied to the object, baked one by one in the oven.
Afterwards, the designs cut out of thin gold leaves, the paillons foils, are applied one by one by hand to form the desired figure. These sheets are then in turn coated...
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1960s Italian Baroque Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold, Enamel, Sterling Silver
1750 Italy Pair of Carved and Engraved Giltwood Male Figures Sculptures
Located in Brescia, IT
This is an extraordinary pair of warriors sculpted and engraved in gilted wood. These pieces hail from the Mid-18th Century, by a Master cabinetmaker from Lucca, Tuscany, that sho...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Giltwood
Late 17th-Early 18th Century Dutch Delft Vase or Jar Marked for Gerrit Kam
By De Paauw
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine, diminutive, and early Dutch Delft pottery vase or jar marked for Gerrit Kam.
With a stylized Chinese peony flower pattern.
Bearing an underglaze blue GK monogram to the bas...
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Early 18th Century Dutch Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Delft
Large Sculptural Italian Baroque Tabernacle Frame, Late 18th Century
Located in Aramits, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
An impressive, large Italian Baroque tabernacle hand carved frame from the late 18th century,
which reflects the Renaissance influence of Classical Greek and Italian temples with its columns on both sides and the embellishment of the piece through the carved putti on the top, a typical element of the Baroque style. The religious plaster relief has been added at a later moment. Tabernacle frames...
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Late 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Walnut
18th Century Carved Venetian Polychromed Gondola Figurerhead
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
18th century carved Venetian polychromed gondola figurerhead, realistically carved and painted, raised on a 6.5" diameter base.
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Mid-19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
1930s Midcentury Baroque Large Italy Capodimonte Porcelain Pitcher
By Capodimonte
Located in Vigonza, Padua
A modern Italian Capodimonte porcelain jug from the midcentury, 1930s, with handle decorated in baroque forms. The pitcher features a col...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Italian 18th century Baroque st. faux painted marble and Giltwood statue
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An impressive and most charming true pair of Italian 18th century Baroque st. faux painted marble and Giltwood statues. Both of the joyful statues are raised on hexagonal tapered fau...
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18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble
Sculptural Fantasy Gold Gilt Wall Mirror, Angels, Centaur, Finesse Originals
Located in Buffalo, NY
Large sculptural fiberglass and resin fantasy wall mirror made by Finesse Originals featuring angels, centaur and dog motif. Large-scale, minor damage to angel ear.
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1960s American Baroque Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Fiberglass, Glass, Resin
20th Century Italian Solid Silver Jewelery Box Baroque Style
Located in VALENZA, IT
Jewelery box in solid 800 silver in Baroque style.
This box was made by faithfully and perfectly copying the fashion jewelry boxes in the noble houses and villas in Italy in the 18t...
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Late 20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Objects
Materials
Agate, Silver
Couple of 18th Century Italian Baroque Carved Wooden And Silvered Candleholders
Located in Buisson, FR
Great pair of small carved wooden candle holders with traces of beautiful silver leaf gilding.
Italy, circa 1750
Weathered and small losses and old repairs.
Measurements are individ...
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18th Century European Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Pair of 19th Century Italian Giltwood Candleholders
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 19th century Italian hand carved candleholders. They are both finished in 22-karat gold leaf and hold nine candles each. They originally sa...
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19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Pair of Baroque Style Painted and Gilt Decorated 4 Light Wall Sconces
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Pair of baroque style painted and gilt metal 4 branch wall sconces. With foliate carved gilt wood tops, carved gilt decorated and painted bases with 2 levels of 2 gilt metal candle h...
Category
1980s Italian Baroque Vintage Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Antique and Vintage Decorative Objects for Sale: Find Vases, Bowls, Boxes and Clocks on 1stDibs
Every time you move into a house or an apartment — or endeavor to refresh the home you’ve lived in for years — life for that space begins anew. The right home accent, be it the simple placement of a decorative bowl on a shelf or a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, can transform an area from drab to spectacular. But with so many materials and items to choose from, it’s easy to get lost in the process. The key to styling with antique and vintage decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style.
Ceramics are a versatile addition to any home. If you’ve amassed an assortment of functional pottery over the years, think of your mugs and salad bowls as decorative objects, ideal for displaying in a glass cabinet. Vintage ceramic serveware can pop along white open shelving in your dining area, while large stoneware pitchers paired with woven baskets or quilts in an open cupboard can introduce a rustic farmhouse-style element to your den.
Translucent decorative boxes or bowls made of an acrylic plastic called Lucite — a game changer in furniture that’s easy to clean and lasts long — are modern accents that are neutral enough to dress up a coffee table or desktop without cluttering it. If you’re showcasing pieces from the past, a vintage jewelry box for displaying your treasures can spark conversation: Where is the jewelry box from? Is there a story behind it?
Abstract sculptures or an antique vessel for your home library can draw attention to your book collection and add narrative charm to the most appropriate of corners. There’s more than one way to style your bookcases, and decorative objects add a provocative dynamic. “I love magnifying glasses,” says Alex Assouline, global vice president of luxury publisher Assouline, of adding one’s cherished objects to a home library. “They are both useful and decorative. Objects really elevate libraries and can also make them more personal.”
To help with personalizing your space and truly making it your own, find an extraordinary collection of decorative objects on 1stDibs.
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