The decadence of the Baroque style, in which ornate furnishings were layered against paneled walls, painted ceilings, stately chandeliers and, above all, gilding, expressed the power of the church and monarchy through design that celebrated excess. And its influence was omnipresent — antique Baroque furniture was created in the first design style that truly had a global impact.
Theatrical and lavish, Baroque was prevalent across Europe from the 17th to mid-18th century and spread around the world through colonialism, including in Asia, Africa and the Americas. While Baroque originated in Italy and achieved some of its most fantastic forms in the late-period Roman Baroque, it was adapted to meet the tastes and materials in each region. French Baroque furniture informed Louis XIV style and added drama to Versailles. In Spain, the Baroque movement influenced the elaborate Churrigueresque style in which architecture was dripping with ornamental details. In South German Baroque, furniture was made with bold geometric patterns.
Compared to Renaissance furniture, which was more subdued in its proportions, Baroque furniture was extravagant in all aspects, from its shape to its materials.
Allegorical and mythical figures were often sculpted in the wood, along with motifs like scrolling floral forms and acanthus leaves that gave the impression of tangles of dense foliage. Novel techniques and materials such as marquetry, gesso and lacquer — which were used with exotic woods and were employed by cabinetmakers such as André-Charles Boulle, Gerrit Jensen and James Moore — reflected the growth of international trade. Baroque furniture characteristics include a range of decorative elements — a single furnishing could feature everything from carved gilded wood to gilt bronze, lending chairs, mirrors, console tables and other pieces a sense of motion.
Find a collection of authentic antique Baroque tables, lighting, decorative objects and other furniture on 1stDibs.
$941Sale Price|48% Off
Baroque Angel Sculpture, Italian, Carved Wood, Circa 1700-1750
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful small Baroque angel with glass eyes. Unique period piece made out of wood . Hand-carved Italy, circa 1700- 1750 Weathered, small losses and old repairs Measurement here b...
Glass, Wood
$538Sale Price|53% Off
Giltwood Baroque Ornament, Carved, Italy Circa 1650-1750
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful carved giltwood baroque ornament. Italy, 17/18th century. Weathered and small losses. Measurement includes the wooden base.
Wood
$467Sale Price|46% Off
18th Century Italian Hand Carved Wooden Baroque Hand of a Santos/ Saint
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful original period piece and very decorative item. The hand of a baroque Saint figure with its original color. Italy circa 1750 Weathered. H:9cm W:11cm D:25cm
Wood
$1,059Sale Price|46% Off
Antique Hand Carved Giltwood Lion Sculpture, Italy, Circa 1750
Located in Buisson, FR
Amazing giltwood baroque lion fragment. Weathered and small losses. Wood and iron. Italy circa 1750. Measurement includes the wooden base. H:29cm W:15cm ...
Iron
$680Sale Price|27% Off
18th Century French Carved Oak Panel Depicting Two Angels With Coat Of Arms
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful weathered oak panel depicting two baroque angels holding a coat of arms. Weathered and small losses, most likely it was once part of a larger panel. France circa 1750. trea...
Oak
$798Sale Price|41% Off
Antique Baroque Angel Sculpture, Hand-Carved Wood, Italy, Circa 1750
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful Baroque angel. Unique period piece made out of wood . Hand-carved Italy, circa 1750 Weathered. Measurement here below includes the wooden base. H:25,5cm W:23cm D:7,5cm
Wood
$585Sale Price|49% Off
Giltwood Winged Angel Head Sculpture, Italian Baroque, Circa 1750
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful weathered giltwood winged angel head, Italy, circa 1750 Weathered . Measurements include the wooden base. H:18,5cm W:16cm D:8cm
Giltwood
19th Century Crucifix with Baroque Pearls and Mounted on Optical Calcite
By Interi
Located in Columbia, SC
19th century mother-of-pearl crucifix adorned with baroque pearls and mounted on optical calcite. This is a crucifix reliquary from Jerusalem (which is written on the back), created ...
Rock Crystal
$4,677Sale Price|41% Off
Carved Wooden Reliquary Bust of A Madonna, Italian, Circa 1650-1750
Located in Buisson, FR
Spectacular and very decorative piece. Large carved wooden reliquary bust of a Madonna. Beautiful traces of color. Small losses and without the relics. Silver/silvered central piece ...
Wood
$1,059Sale Price|52% Off
Antique Hand Carved Baroque Angel Sculpture, Spain, Circa 1750-1800
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful hand carved baroque angel figure. . Spain, circa 1750-1800 Weathered. small losses and old repair. Measurement here below includes the wooden base. H:57cm W:18cm D:20,5cm
Wood
$538Sale Price|49% Off
17/18th Century French Baroque Carved Oak Angel Head on Wings
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful weathered oak winged angel head, France, circa 1650-1750 Weathered, small losses and old repair. Measurements include the wooden base. H:37,5cm W:37,5cm D:8,5cm
Oak
$798Sale Price|47% Off
Hand Carved 18th Century Baroque Angel Sculpture, Spanish, Circa 1750
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful hand carved Baroque angel. Unique period piece with traces of its old paint . Spain, circa 1750 Weathered. Several small losses and old repair. Measurement here below in...
Wood
$1,059Sale Price|49% Off
French 18th Century Baroque Hand Carved Oak Caryatid Figure
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful period piece. Beautiful weathered baroque hand carved oak caryatid figure carrying a fruit basket. Weathered. France circa 1750 Measurements include the wooden base. H:45c...
Oak
Pair of Mid-Century German White Porcelain Putti Cherub Ring Holder Figurines, 1
Located in Roma, IT
We are pleased to offer for sale a charming pair of fine white porcelain cherub figurines, produced in Germany during the Mid-20th century, circa 1950s–1960s. The two delightful put...
Porcelain
Vintage Animal Figure Figural Group Italian Ceramic XL Roosters Porcelain
By Giuseppe Armani, Capodimonte, Guido Cacciapuoti
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
Art Deco mid Century Italian porcelain 2 roosters on a tree trunk Material: Porcelain, Ceramic, Tin glazed Design: In the manner of Cacciapuoti Origin: Italy, first half 20th century...
Ceramic, Majolica, Porcelain
$562Sale Price|46% Off
French 17/ 18th Century Carved Wooden Baroque Panel Depicting A Saint And Angels
Located in Buisson, FR
Unique panel depicting a saint figure and Angels. Wonderful layers of its original color, France, circa 1650-1750 . Weathered, small losses. Treated against woodworm. Measurements in...
Wood
$941Sale Price|46% Off
Antique Hand-Carved Wooden Saint Figure, Italian, Circa 1800-1850, Glass Eyes
Located in Buisson, FR
Very nice saint figure. Hand carved wood with glass eyes Italy, circa 1800-1850. Weathered, small losses.
Wood
Magnificent 19th-century Italian Sculpture "Female Nude" H: 174cm
By Italian Sculptor 19 th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Magnificent 19th-century Italian sculpture "Female Nude" white Carrara marble sculpture h. 174 cm good condition
Carrara Marble
18th Century Neapolitan Crèche Figure, Terracotta & Wood Man with Red Beret
Located in Bradenton, FL
18th Century Neapolitan Crèche Figure of Man wearing a Red Beret, dressed in traditional Italian garments. Creche figures were dressed in rich...
Terracotta, Textile, Wood
$2,664Sale Price|47% Off
Antique Italian Carved Stone Coat of Arms with Unicorn, 1650-1750
Located in Buisson, FR
Very beautiful hand carved stone coat of arms with a unicorn. Italy, circa 1650-1750. Weathered. Measurement here below is inclusive the wooden base. H:45,5cm W:27cm D:18,5cm
Stone
Art Deco Italian Ceramic Animal Figurine Macaw Parrot Porcelain Bird Figure
By Guido Cacciapuoti, Capodimonte
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
Art Deco tall Italian animal Figurine Ceramic Parrot Macaw on a tree trunk Material: porcelain, ceramic, tin glazed Design: Cacciapuoti style...
Ceramic, Majolica, Porcelain
Figurative Knob in Bronze 1600 Italian Handle with Bust of Boy
Located in Milano, MI
Bronze Bust Of 1600s, cast depicting a young boy with curly hair and a gathered robe over his neck ending in an oval section with beaded border. This antique bronze knob of Italian ...
Bronze
$1,059Sale Price|52% Off
Italian 18th Century Gilded Paper Mache Dove/ Holy Spirit
Located in Buisson, FR
Amazing gilded paper mache dove/ Holy spirit. Beautiful detailed. The Dove is a symbol for the Holy Spirit inspired by Jesus’s baptism. The dove has been used among many Christian de...
Paper
Nymphenburg Blanc de Chine Porcelain 'Lion Baroque' Figurine with Bavarian Crest
By Nymphenburg Porcelain, Joseph Wackerle
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine German porcelain figurine. By Nymphenburg Porcelain. Entitled 'Lion Baroque', designed by Josef Wackerle. In the form of a rampant lion with the Bavarian lesser coat of arm...
Porcelain
Large Meissen Pair Of Gardener Figurines, By Kaendler & Schoenheit, Circa 1860
By Meissen Porcelain, Johann Joachim Kaendler, Johann Carl Schoenheit
Located in Vienna, AT
Gardener couple consisting of two large single figures. The female gardener wears rural rococo clothing: a dress with elaborate decorations and pinned-up apron, corset and borders, a...
Porcelain
$538Sale Price|49% Off
Small Hand Carved Oak Lion Sculpture with Coat of Arms, France, Circa 1650
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful and unique small hand carved oak lion sculpture holding a coat of arms. Beautiful patina. France circa 1650-1750 Weathered. measurements include the wooden pedestal. H:12cm...
Oak
Memento Mori Late 17th Century Faux White Marble Child Skull Figure Sculpture
Located in Brescia, IT
This engaging sculpture of Memento Mori dated Late 17th Century, is part of a production of small terracotta figures for private use, which Giuseppe Maria Mazza, created throughout h...
Terracotta, Giltwood
$1,746Sale Price|48% Off
Antique Italian 18th Century Carved Wood Baroque Angel Sculpture Circa 1700-1750
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful Baroque angel. Unique period piece made out of wood . Hand-carved and painted. Several old layers of paint visible Italy, circa 1700-1750 Weathered. Small losses Measureme...
Wood
Neapolitan Crèche Figure of an Elderly Italian Woman
Located in Bradenton, FL
18th Century Neapolitan Crèche Figure of Elderly Woman in traditional Italian garments. Figures were dressed in richly detailed versions of ev...
Terracotta, Textile, Wood
SPANISH SCHOOL 1775 Baroque Carved Sculpture Of Virgin Immaculata Madonna
Located in Miami, FL
A Spanish 18th century sculpture of Virgin Immaculata Madonna. This is a fabulous antique sculpture of a Virgin Immaculata Madonna created by a member of the Spanish school in the m...
Bone
17th century small polychrome and gilded wood religious figure statue
By Bernini
Located in London, GB
A stunning small polychrome and gilded 17th century European small wooden sculpture of a Religious or Royal figure. Possibly one of the three Magi. Very fine carving .
Giltwood
$12,262Sale Price|30% Off
Winged Victory of Samothrace Style Sculpture – Large Decorative Statue in Beige
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Impressive large-scale sculpture inspired by the famous Winged Victory of Samothrace. This elegant decorative piece combines dynamic movement with timeless classical aesthetics. T...
Resin, Fiberglass
18th Century Italian Bozzetto 'Saint Paul on Patmos' c. 1720–1730 Terracotta
Located in Epfach, DE
Italian, Bozzetto, 'Saint Paul on Patmos', c. 1720–1730. Terracotta, monogrammed 'J F'. This expressive and finely modelled Italian terracotta bozzetto was likely created in Rome ar...
Terracotta
$503Sale Price|46% Off
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 her...
Glass, Wood
Vintage Italian Grand Tour Style Pietra Dura Mosaic Plaque, Framed 2
Located in Bradenton, FL
A beautiful Italian grand Tour Style Pietra Dura mosaic on marble Plaque with gilt framing. Picture is a bird on branch with leaves and flowers.
Marble
18th Century Carved & Polychrome Bust of a Saint
Located in Bradenton, FL
18th Century Carved & Polychrome Bust of a Saint with Glass Eye. Either Italian or Spanish. This piece retains a good portion of the original painted f...
Wood
18th Century Neapolitan Crèche Figure, Polychromed Terracotta, Italy
Located in Bradenton, FL
18th Century Neapolitan Crèche Figure of a Woman in traditional Italian garments. Figures were dressed in richly detailed versions of everyday...
Terracotta, Textile, Wood
18th Century Italian Crucifix on Emerald in Matrix on Mica
By Interi
Located in Columbia, SC
Sculptural 18th century Italian crucifix mounted on emerald in matrix on a reflective mica base. The crucifix artifact is originally hand carved wood with silver leaf from a church ...
Rock Crystal
$562Sale Price|46% Off
French 17/ 18th Century Carved Wooden Baroque Panel Depicting A Saint And Angels
Located in Buisson, FR
Unique panel depicting a Saint figure and Angels. Wonderful layers of its original color, France, circa 1650-1750 . Weathered, small losses. Treated against woodworm. Measurements in...
Wood
$467Sale Price|50% Off
Italian 18th Century Carved Giltwood Baroque Angel Head
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful giltwood angelhead fragment Italy, circa 1750 Weathered. Measurement here below inclusive the wooden base. H:22,5cm W:11cm D:10cm
Wood
$981Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Polychrome Terracotta Jesus Child Putto Figure, Spain, 1680
Located in Lincoln, GB
Antique Polychrome Terracotta Jesus Child Putto Figure Exquisite polychromed, hand painted terracotta figure that beautifully depicts Baby Jesus. The attention to detail is evident i...
Terracotta
Rare and Important Italian Alabaster Bust Sculpture of Jesus Christ, C. 1860
Located in Long Island City, NY, NY
A rare and important Italian alabaster bust sculpture of Jesus Christ, C. 1860 A modeled bust of Holy Christ wearing a crown of thorns, excep...
Alabaster
18th Century Italian Hand Carved Baroque Giltwood Reliquary
Located in Port Jervis, NY
18th century reliquary from northern Italy. Giltwood, polychromed and looks to be hand carved from one piece of wood. Mortised thru the base. A reliquary was used to house a religio...
Glass, Giltwood
French, 18th Century Carved Stone Head Fragment
Located in Buisson, FR
Magnificent carved stone head fragment with a very beautiful and strong expression. France, circa 1750. Beautiful weathered and small losses. Measurement is with the wooden base. H:3...
Stone
Pair of Bronze Serpent / Snake Incense Burners Censers, 20th Century, Italy
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A pair of bronze serpent / snake incense burners censers, 20th century Italy After Antonio Pandiani (1838-1928), Milano. Oval base supporting coiled serpent swallowing adjustable s...
Bronze
Small 17th-18th Century French Carved Oak Lion Fragment
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful and unique small hand carved oak lion fragment. Beautiful weathered. France circa 1650-1750 Weathered. measurements include the wooden pedestal. H:11cm W:6cm D:5,5cm
Oak
18th Century Carved Giltwood Putti Figure on Stand
Located in Bradenton, FL
18th Century Baroque Carved Giltwood Putti Figure on Stand. The figure is depicted in a dynamic pose, with one hand raised heavenward and the other lightly grasping drapery at the wa...
Wood
PAIR OF AMAZING LARGE BEAUTIFUL TERRACOTTA GRIFFINS 20th century
Located in Madrid, ES
LARGE BEAUTIFUL TERRACOTTA GRIFFINS 20th century Copy of ancient Renaissance griffins. Impruneta terracotta. Made in Tuscany HEIGHT 73 cm WIDTH 30 cm DEPTH 64 cm WEIGHT 25 kg MANUF...
Terracotta
19th Century French Bronze Medusa Wall Plaque, Antique Deep Relief
Located in Stamford, CT
19th century French head of Medusa in bronze plaque. The head shown is deep relief surrounded by a sunburst corolla of hair with two serpents emerging from the forehead and well as t...
Bronze
German Baroque Painted Wood Angel Sculptures, A Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
Pair of 18th Century German Baroque Carved Wooden Angel Sculptures. Each cherubic angel is depicted in dynamic, flowing motion with beautifully detailed features and in the original ...
Wood
Beautiful Italian " Torso " 20th Century Carrara Marble
Located in Madrid, ES
Beautiful Italian " Torso " 20th century Carrara marble. Measure: H: 47m including base, 30cm without very good condition
Carrara Marble
$941Sale Price|30% Off
Italian 18th Century Carved Wooden Baroque Arm Of A Saint Figure
Located in Buisson, FR
Amazing 18th century carved wooden Baroque arm of a Saint figure. This piece was once part of a procession Saint figure. The arm is now placed at a wooden base and as visible on the ...
Wood
Pair of French Stone Fruit, Flowers and Médicis Vase Sculptures, circa 1920
Located in Atlanta, GA
This pair of French stone sculptures from the early 20th century features two Médicis vases with gadroon decor on a square base. This exquisite pair of early 20th-century French ston...
Stone
$28,275Sale Price|20% Off
Italian Baroque Religious Madonna and Child Statue, 18th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
An 18th-century Italian sculpture of a draped Madonna, masterfully carved in polychrome and gilded wood. The Virgin, gracefully veiled, holding the infant Jesus on her lap with a st...
Gold Leaf
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.
Fiberglass, Glass, Resin
$1,059Sale Price|50% Off
Baroque Giltwood Angel Candleholder, Italian, Circa 1750
Located in Buisson, FR
Stunning carved wooden Baroque angel with candleholder. Very beautiful period piece. Italy, circa 1750. Made out of wood iron and plaster. Weathered and small losses. Measurement inc...
Wood
18th Century Neapolitan Crèche Figure, Terracotta & Wood Elderly Man
Located in Bradenton, FL
18th Century Neapolitan Crèche Figure of an Elderly Man carrying a basket, dressed in traditional Italian garments. Creche figures were dresse...
Terracotta, Textile, Wood
Italian Sculpture "Esculapio Acefalo" Carrara Marble, Began 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Italian sculpture "Esculapio Acefalo" Carrara marble Measure: H: 66cm 22cm x 18 Began 20th century Perfect condition.
Marble
Meissen Animal Figure, Parrot On Trunk With Cherries, By J.J. Kaendler, 20th
By Meissen Porcelain, Johann Joachim Kaendler
Located in Vienna, AT
Excellent representation of an exotic bird perched on a tree trunk, its head turned to the side as it holds a cherry in its beak, below the bird further three-dimensional cherries an...
Porcelain
Spectacular Italian Sculptures "The Four Seasons" in Carrara Marble 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Spectacular Sculptures "The Four Seasons" in Carrara Marble 19th Century total height: 225cm statue height: 183cm base: 48cm x 63cm base height: 40cm good condition for the period
Carrara Marble