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Decorative Objects For Sale
Style: Rococo
Style: Native American
Pair of Antique Meissen Rococo Hebe & Ganymede Candlesticks
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce pair of magnificent Meissen polychrome and partial gilt porcelain candlesticks, inspired by Greek mythology, exquisitely hand-crafted in Rococo taste, Germany, 19th century....
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Mid-19th Century German Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Garden Cherubs
Located in London, Park Royal
A pair of stone composition models of reclining putti, in Rococo style, 20th century, probably representing Summer and Autumn, modelled as opposing, each reclining on a foliate mould...
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20th Century British Rococo Decorative Objects

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Composition

19th Century Gilt Bronze Candleholders, in the style of Ernest Meissonier
By Jean-Louis-Ernest Meissonier
Located in NICE, FR
We present you with this wonderful and extremely rare pair of candleholders from the late 19th century Napoleon III era, embodying the exceptionally ornamental and dramatic Rococo st...
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Late 19th Century French Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Royal Dux, Dancing Rococo Couple in Porcelain, 1940s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Royal Dux. Dancing Rococo couple in porcelain, 1940s. Stamped. In very good condition. The woman measures: 21 x 12 cm. The man measures: 23 x 12 cm.
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1930s Czech Rococo Vintage Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Pair of Early 20th Century Italian Brevettato Brass Marble Candelabras
Located in Charleston, SC
Brevettato bronze and marble candelabras. Vintage Louis XVI Style Brevettato Italian Heavy with Brass, Bronze and Marble, 7 Arms Italian Large Ornate Candelabra Candle Holder/ Candl...
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Early 20th Century Italian Rococo Decorative Objects

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Marble, Brass, Bronze

Native American Klamath Basket
Located in Southampton, NY
Native American Klamath basket. This is a soft and pliable basket with triple triangle motif woven in tule and dyed tule in characteristic overlay weave...
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Late 19th Century American Native American Antique Decorative Objects

Incredible 19th Century Meissen Porcelain Covered Urn Emblematic of Autumn
Located in New York, NY
An incredible and truly monumental 19th century Meissen Porcelain Covered urn emblematic of autumn. This is one of the most incredible and sp...
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1880s German Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique French Porcelain Sevres Type Bronze Mounted Potpourri Cachepot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique French porcelain potpourri cachepot. In the Sevres style. Mounted with a bronze finial to the lid, 4 bronze masks to the circumference, and set with a removable ...
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Early 20th Century French Rococo Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Winged Putto Italian Sculpture 1700 Face of Angel in Carved Wood
Located in Milano, MI
Winged Putto Sculpture of Italian origin from the 1750s depicts the Face of Angel In Carved Wood from a liturgical ornament to which it was attached with two nails, holes can still ...
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Mid-18th Century European Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Pine

17th Century Wooden Columns
Located in Madrid, ES
17th century wooden columns Beautiful 17th century columns carved in wood with a geometric drawing of 65 cm tall.
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17th Century French Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Wood

Amazing Table Clock "Charles Baltazar/a Paris" 1760, 18th Century All Restored
Located in Madrid, ES
Very Important Table Clock French, circa 1760. Box in ebonized wood, with appliqués in gilded bronze, decorated with flowers and plant motifs. Enameled dial with Roman and Arabic numerals marked "CHARLES BALTAZAR...
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1760s French Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Wood

Blue and White Delft Small Vases and Jars 18th Century A Group of Seven
Located in Katonah, NY
This is a group of blue and white Delft jars and vases and one carafe. Made in the 18th century, each piece has its character. Together, they form a gorgeous group. Here are the details of each piece starting on the left: 1) A Blue and White Delft Mantle Jar Hand-Painted 18th Century Netherlands Circa 1780 Dimensions: Height 12.25″ x diameter at widest point 5.25″ x diameter at base 3.5″ Condition: Excellent with small edge chips invisibly restored. Price: $1,220.00 2) Blue and White Delft Vase Hand Painted 18th Century Netherlands, circa 1760 Dimensions: 12.75″ tall x 5.25″ diameter x 4.5″ across the octagonal base Condition: Excellent with small edge frits invisibly restored Price: $1,430 3) Antique Blue and White...
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18th Century Dutch Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Delft

Vintage Italian Rococo Hand Carved and Painted Cherub/Angel Grandfathers Clock
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Italian Rococo Hand Carved and Painted Cherub/Angel Grandfathers Clock Featuring an Italian Rococo style hand carved and painted grandfather Clock. The clock has 3 cherubs ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Rococo Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paint

1900 Nootka Northwest Coast Lidded Basket, Sea Wolf Motif, Red Woven Design
Located in Denver, CO
This exquisite lidded basket, crafted by the Nootka tribe of the Northwest Coast around 1900, features a striking red Sea Wolf motif. Known for their skillful weaving traditions, the...
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Early 20th Century North American Native American Decorative Objects

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Natural Fiber

Set of 5 Meissen Figures Emblematic of the Senses by J.J. Kändler and Eberlein
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent and fully complete set of 5 Meissen figures emblematic of the senses: Hearing, smell, touch, taste, and sight, Modeled by J.J. Kändler and J.F. Eberlein. These figures ...
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1860s German Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Meissen Porcelain Figures of Parrots Standing on Branches W/ Cherries
Located in New York, NY
A Magnificent and large pair of antique meissen porcelain figures of colorful parrots, each standing on a tree branch with cherries and beautiful foliage after a model by J. J. Kandl...
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1870s German Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

18th Century Meissen Figures "Children Dancing"
Located in Basildon, GB
A Pair of 18th Century Meissen Figures "Children Dancing", modelled in the commedia dell'arte style as a young girl and boy dancing. Raised over simple rococo bases with applied flow...
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Mid-18th Century German Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Large Meissen Porcelain Group, Young Man With A White Horse, By Kaendler, 20th
Located in Vienna, AT
Depiction of a young man dressed in a colourful robe – blue shirt and trousers with a yellow frock coat – with a turban and earrings, a dagger stuck in his red sash, holding a red ca...
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1950s German Rococo Vintage Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Large Early 19th Century Minton Porcelain Centrepiece Vase
Located in London, GB
Large early 19th century Minton porcelain centrepiece vase English, c. 1835 Height 65cm, width 22cm, depth 22cm Beautifully made by Minton in around 1835, the centrepiece depicts numerous motifs such as the elements, animals, and figurative art. Three finely gilt putti stand around the central tree trunk. All are beautifully detailed with aspects such as fabric texture or fruit detailing easily recognisable. Together they support a gadroon bowl decorated with a plethora of details. It is hand-painted with alternating bird and flower scenes separated by bands of gilt caillouté. The rim above is ornate...
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Early 19th Century English Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique Swedish Rococo Long Case Clock, with Original Clockwork
Located in Kramfors, SE
Northern Swedish classic Rococo long case clock from the first half of the 19th century, circa 1820-1830. The clock has a good size and the clas...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Pine

Pair of Antique French Gilt Bronze Rococo Style Picture Frames, ca. 1890
Located in Barntrup, DE
Pair of Antique French gilt bronze Rococo style picture frames, ca. 1890 This adorable pair of delicate gilt bronze picture frames features typical Rococo-style motifs - rocailles, f...
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Late 19th Century French Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Large Rococo Ormolu Antique French Clock, Genius of Music
By Cie Des Bronzes De Bruxelles, Vincenti et Cie
Located in Belper, Derbyshire
A superb and substantial ormolu clock from a design by the 18th century bronze founder Robert Osmond and made by the famous Compagnie des Bronze of Bruss...
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19th Century French Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Ormolu

Three-Piece Louis XV Rococo Style Porcelain and Ormolu Clock Set
Located in London, GB
Three-piece Louis XV Rococo style porcelain and ormolu clock set French, late 19th century Clock: Height 82cm, width 62, depth 28cm Candelabra: Height 76cm, diameter 22cm Compr...
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Late 19th Century French Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Ormolu

Pair Antique Porcelain Jars French Hand Painted 18th Century Made by Mennecy
Located in Katonah, NY
These beautiful Mennecy porcelain soft-paste pomade jars were hand-painted in the 18th century, circa 1765. They are rare. Jars like this would have been placed on the vanity of an ...
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Mid-18th Century French Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Pair of Porcelain Rococo Style Figural Candlesticks, ca. 1850
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Pair of Porcelain Rococo style figural candlesticks ca. 1850 This pair of large and lovely candle holders is hand painted in exquisite detail and highlighted in gold. The enamel d...
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19th Century German Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of 18th Century Italian Gilt Fragment Horse Head Sculptures
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Pair of 18th century Italian gold-leaf fragment horse head sculptures. The pair is made of 18th century Italian water-gilt fragments mounted on scroll wood bases. The fragments come...
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18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Gold Leaf

Mantel Clock Meissen Hard, Paste Porcelain, 1745-1755
Located in Lantau, HK
The clock was modeled by Johann-Joachim Kaendler, the Meissen Manufacturer’s most important modeler and designer. Its rocaille style demonstrates the influence of the Rococo trend p...
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18th Century French Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Vase mural bouquetière à décor d'ange en barbotine en porcelaine de Meissen
Located in LA FERTÉ-SOUS-JOUARRE, FR
Cette magnifique pièce de décoration murale présente un vase d'applique ou bouquetière en porcelaine de Meissen. Deux charmants chérubins tiennent des bouquets de fleurs délicates dans leurs mains, ajoutant une touche angélique à l'ensemble. Ils sont assis sur un puits en porcelaine blanche, sur lequel des fleurs grimpent élégamment, créant un tableau d'une grande beauté. Ces deux anges aux cheveux blonds sont d'une grande finesse et leur niveau de détail est tout simplement remarquable. De plus, les nombreuses caractéristiques minutieuses des fleurs en barbotine ajoutent une dimension artistique supplémentaire à cette pièce. Ce vase mural peut être suspendu aisément grâce à sa anse en porcelaine, offrant une flexibilité d'affichage dans votre intérieur. De plus, il est authentifié par la signature au verso, arborant le symbole distinctif de la manufacture de Meissen, gage de qualité et d'authenticité. Cette œuvre constitue un cadeau exceptionnel à offrir à un être cher à Noël...
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20th Century German Rococo Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Large Louis XV Style Ormolu Mantel Clock
Located in London, GB
The central circular dial surmounted by two love birds, the lower section with two cherubs on either side, and decorated with garlands of flowers and scrolling features throughout.
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Late 19th Century French Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Enamel, Ormolu

French Early 18th Century Rococo Gray and Cream Painted Candlesticks, Sold Each
Located in Atlanta, GA
French Rococo period early 18th century two tone light gray and cream painted candlesticks, with authentic patina, priced and sold each. Discover the allure of the French Rococo peri...
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18th Century French Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Wood

Antique Delft Blue and White Jar Made by The Claw Netherlands Circa 1790
Located in Katonah, NY
This hand-painted jar and cover from circa 1790 boasts beautiful Dutch Delft floral artwork. The intricate design features a stunning array of blooms and vines in deep and medium cobalt blue. The shoulders of the jar are adorned with lappets filled with flower heads, and its octagonal form is topped with a simple, deep blue knop. Dimensions: 12.75" tall x 6" at widest point x 4.75" across base Condition: Excellent with small edge frits invisibly restored Price: $1160 Background of Dutch Delft: The technique of making Delft was first described in writing by Gerrit Paape in "The Delft Pottery Maker," written in 1794 and dedicated to Lambertus Sanderus, the owner of De Porceleyne Claeuw (The Porcelain Claw). Delft faience began in the 17th century. Much of the most beautiful Delft was produced in the Dutch city...
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Late 18th Century Dutch Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Delft

18th Century Italian Bronze-Gold Crucifix Mounted on a Crystal Geode
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
18th century Italian bronze-gold crucifix with coordinating gold leaf shells and crystal points mounted on a crystal geode. The gold leaf shells adorn the crucifix and the base of th...
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18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Quartz, Rock Crystal, Bronze, Gold Leaf

Set of Three Delft Blue and White Theeboom Pattern Chargers 18th Century
Located in Katonah, NY
This set of three Dutch delft chargers in the "Theeboom" pattern shows a tea plant with a fan-shaped bouquet of leaves and flowers. This is one of the most beautiful designs hand-p...
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Late 18th Century Dutch Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Delft

Blue and White Delft Chargers Theeboom Pattern made by "The Claw" circa 1770
Located in Katonah, NY
This pair of Dutch Delft chargers in the "Theeboom" pattern shows a tea plant with a fan-shaped bouquet of leaves and flowers. The deep cobalt blue is fabulous! This is one of the ...
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1770s Dutch Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Delft

Meissen Porcelain Revelry Groups
Located in New Orleans, LA
This charming pair of Meissen porcelain figures celebrates the essence of Revelry. First modeled by the renowned Johann Joachim Kändler on bases by Peter Reinicke, circa 1767, these joyous groups depict musicians making merry by playing the French horn, flute, guitar and hurdy-gurdy, and gardeners carrying flowers in baskets and aprons. Two almost identical groups are featured in Meissen: Collector’s Catalogue by Laurence Mitchell. Figures by Kändler were especially popular and served as table decorations at courtly banquets. He took the reigns of the Meissen factory in 1733 and over the following 40 years created more than 900 models, many of which were considered the most important and beautiful ever produced. Many of his designs were so timeless and classic that they continued to be used well into the 19th century. Kändler was highly regarded especially for his allegorical representations and he was certainly at his best when designing the Four Continents...
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Late 19th Century French Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Sculptural 18th Century Italian Crucifix Mounted on Jasper with Crystal Points
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Sculptural 18th century Italian crucifix mounted on jasper with crystal points. The crystal points create more sunrays around the halo of the crucifix. The reddish tips of the crysta...
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18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Agate, Coral, Rock Crystal

18th Century Italian Sunray Mounted on a Yellow Hematoid Quartz Heart
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Sculptural Sacred Heart - 18th century Italian sunray mounted on a yellow hematoid heart and adorned with yellow crystal quartz points. The piece is inspired by "The Sacred Heart" in...
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18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold Leaf

Pair of Large Sèvres Style Gilt Porcelain Mounted Vases
Located in London, GB
Pair of large Sèvres style gilt porcelain mounted vases. French, Late 19th century. Height 97cm, diameter 26cm. These beautiful vases are a p...
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Late 19th Century French Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Brass, Ormolu

19th Century Viennese Enamel Candlesticks
Located in New Orleans, LA
Splendid continuous hand-painted scenes adorn these graceful and rare Viennese silver and enamel candlesticks. Adorned with scenes of gods and goddesses from classical mythology, these lights are executed with exceptional detail and artistry. A fantastic testament to the skilled artisans of Austria, they exemplify remarkable design and craftsmanship. Enameling is one of the oldest forms of decorative art with examples dating back almost 3,000 years to Mycenaean Greece. The methods used in the enameling process have changed very little since that time. Enamel is actually glass colored with metallic pigments that are fused to metal by firing. Because different colors fire at different temperatures, it was essential that the artist paint the colors that required the highest heat first, adding the others in descending order of their firing temperature. The forte of the Viennese enamellers...
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19th Century European Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver

Japy Freres Antique French Ormolu Rococo Clock
Located in Belper, Derbyshire
A stunning original antique French Rococo clock by Japy Frères. It is beautifully sculptured with finely finished scrolls, curves and acanthus leaves in finely gilded bronze. To the ...
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19th Century French Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Ormolu

Gold and Agate Sewing Nécessaire
Located in New Orleans, LA
A stunning specimen of agate distinguishes this diminutive French sewing nécessaire. The segments of beautiful hard stone are perfectly complemented ...
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18th Century French Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Agate, Gold

Pair of Very Large French Sèvres Style Porcelain and Ormolu Vases
Located in London, GB
Pair of very large French Sèvres style porcelain and ormolu vases French, Late 19th Century Height 151cm, width 45cm, depth 39cm Executed in the style of Sèvres, one of the bes...
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Late 19th Century French Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Ormolu

1750 Venezia Italy Polychrome Lacquered and Wooden Engraved Sculpture
Located in Brescia, IT
This is a rare wooden sculpted man figure carved and lacquered in polychrome. This elegant piece hails from the Mid-18th Century, Venezia. The curved shape, on the front and on the s...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Wood, Lacquer

Exquisite Rococo Gilt-Bronze Malachite Encrier Inkwell Desk Set ca. 1880
Located in Shippensburg, PA
ROCOCO ORMOLU-MOUNTED MALACHITE VENEERED ENCRIER Circa 1880 unmarked of exceedingly fine quality Item # 404XKP19B An exceedingly fine malachite veneered encrier (inkwell), it feat...
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19th Century Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Malachite, Bronze, Ormolu

Sculptural 18th Century Italian Figure of Christ on Italian Crown Fragment
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Titled "Courage at Calvary" 18th century Italian figure of Christ mounted on an 18th century corona (crown) fragment with antique hand-forged nails and citrine points. The missing l...
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18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Quartz, Rock Crystal, Iron

Outstanding Large 19th Century Bronze & Porcelain Jewelry Casket Box
Located in Long Branch, NJ
​Outstanding Large 19th Century Bronze & Porcelain Jewelry Casket Box Dimensions : 14" Tall X 16" Wide X 11" Deep This gorgeous Antique jewelry ...
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Late 19th Century German Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Ormolu

Red Hematoid Quartz Heart with 18th Century Italian Cross on a Baroque Pearls
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Sculptural 'Sacred Heart' - 18th century Italian cross mounted on a polished red hematoid quartz heart and adorned with natural-forming baroque pearls and a cross-shaped baroque pear...
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18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Quartz, Gold Leaf

Antique Meissen Porcelain Cherub Motto Figurine "Je decouvre tout" Model F13
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique porcelain Cupid figurine. By Meissen. Model no. F13 from the Cupid Motto Series. Entitled "Je decouvre tout". Originally de...
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Early 20th Century German Rococo Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Pair of Rococo style Urns
Located in Dallas, TX
This listing features a pair of Rococo style Urns that are very lightweight and would add a touch of romance and whimsy to any room. Rococo was a style that was invented by 18th cent...
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Mid-20th Century French Rococo Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

18th Century South Staffordshire Snuff Box Top / Lid
Located in Basildon, GB
An 18th Century South Staffordshire Snuff Box Top / Lid, decorated with a Lady and Gentleman with a flute in parkland, gilt scroll border, the unde...
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18th Century English Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Herend Hand-Painted Hungarian Porcelain Figurine Representing a Woodcutter
Located in Cagliari, IT
Exquisite figurine representing a woodcutter. Beautiful details of ax and towel. Modern. Since 1826, Herend's factory has been one of the most famous centres for the production ...
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Early 2000s Hungarian Rococo Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

French Table clock Louis XV Style - Gilt bronze 22 inch tall
Located in Kingston, NY
French tall bronze mantel clock in the Louis XVI style, dating from around 1890. Measurements: 22 x 10 x 5 1/2 in. (55.9 x 25.4 x 14 cm.) Weighs 18 lbs.
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19th Century French Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Pair of 19th Century French Hand Painted Ceramic Barbotine Vases
Located in Dallas, TX
This beautiful, unique pair of antique Majolica vases was crafted in France, circa 1880. The tall and thin colorful ceramic planters feature t...
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Late 19th Century French Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Majolica

Collection of Four Meissen Porcelain Bird Models
Located in London, GB
Collection of four Meissen porcelain bird models German, 20th Century Largest (parrot): Height 14cm, width 10cm, depth 5cm This superb collection of four porcelain bird sculpture...
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20th Century German Rococo Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

1860 Meissen Porcelain Figurine Waiter
Located in Vienna, AT
For sale in this ad you can find the prettiest little porcelain figurine. It was manufactured by Meissen Porcelain in the 1860s. The figurine depicts a water carrying a tray with foo...
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19th Century German Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Gold Plate

Herend Porcelain Reticulated Potpourri / Bombonniere Lidded Box
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Herend Porcelain reticulated round lidded potpourri bombonniere box. It is hand painted with colorful flowers and pink ribbons scrolls. Its lid and bowl borders are gilded....
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20th Century Hungarian Rococo Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

18th Century Venetian Giltwood Frames A Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of Italian carved and giltwood frames. Most likely Venetian. Hand carved wood in a wonderfully worn gold gilt patina.
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18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Decorative Objects

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Giltwood

French Blue Gold and White Porcelain Desk Letter Mail Holder from Paris
Located in New York, NY
A French white porcelain desk letter or mail holder with small flowers and leaves in the Rococo design style, circa mid-20th century, Paris, France. Piece with scalloped edge is hand...
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Mid-20th Century French Rococo Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

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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