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Baroque Decorative Objects

BAROQUE STYLE

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.

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Style: Baroque
An Eastern Galician or Ukrainian Brass Candle Lamp , 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
An Eastern Galician or Ukraine dually made for use as a Hanukkah Lamp or on Shabbat as two candlestick holders with a special sand casting method. Beautifully cast back plate featur...
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19th Century Polish Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Brass

Masterpiece and Museum Pair of Italian Feet of "Mercury" 17th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Masterpiece and Museum Pair of Feet of "Mercury" 17th Century in Greek Thassos marble late 17th century early 18th century 17th/18th century 120 x 50 x H 70cm good condition for the ...
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Late 17th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Marble

AMAZING MARBLE FIGURE OF THE MINOTAUR, 17th Century Baroque Style, Italy.
Located in Madrid, ES
MARBLE FIGURE OF THE MINOTAUR, 17th Century Baroque Style, Italy. Beige/grey marble. Minotaur on a rectangular "Rosso di Verona" base. H (without base) 81 cm. H (without base) 81 c...
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17th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Marble

Stunning 19th Century Italian Torso in Carrara Marble H: Total: 145cm
Located in Madrid, ES
Stunning 19th Century Italian Torso in Carrara Marble original gift from the Count of Bologna to a German private along with a solid marble plinth, torso h 65cm, l 38cm, w 25cm, pli...
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19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Carrara Marble

Augustus Emperor, Head in Carrara White Marble, First Roman Emperor Early 20th
Located in Madrid, ES
Augustus Emperor - Head in carrara white marble - First Roman Emperor Early 20th century Height 37 cm Width 23 cm Depth 15 cm Weight 18 kg Material white carrara marble Very good con...
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Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Objects

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Marble

Italian early 18th century Baroque Period Giltwood Conch Shell
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An impressive and most attractive Italian early 18th century Baroque Period patinated Wood and Giltwood Conch Shell architectural element. This most decorative carved Giltwood Conch ...
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood, Giltwood

Italian Painted & Carved Wood Planter, 19th Century
Located in Cypress, CA
Outstanding late 19th century Italian Baroque style painted and parcel gilt carved wood and gesso planter. The elongated planter is beautifully ha...
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19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Brass

IMPORTANT ANTIQUE 19th Century PLASTER OF THE DIANA OF GABI FROM THE LOUVRE
Located in Madrid, ES
ANTIQUE 19TH CENTURY PLASTER OF THE DIANA OF GABI FROM THE LOUVRE Ancient plaster with identical measurements to the original Greek marble exhibited at the Louvre. Diana of Gabi, di...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Plaster

Meissen Bird Figure, European Roller On A Trunk, by J.J. Kaendler, Germany, 20th
Located in Vienna, AT
Very elaborate and lovingly designed group of animal figures: European roller leaning forward, also known as almond crow in German-speaking countries, sitting on a tree trunk with o...
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Early 20th Century German Baroque Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

YELLOW SIENA MARBLE ROUND OF ALEXANDER THE GREAT AMMON 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
YELLOW SIENA MARBLE ROUND OF ALEXANDER THE GREAT AMMON 20th Century This roundel is part of a series of roundels inspired by wonderful ancient Greek coins. Freely reproduced from a...
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20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Objects

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Marble

A pair of Italian late 19th century Baroque st Giltwood wood mirrored sconces
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and very attractive pair of Italian late 19th century Baroque st. Giltwood, patinated wood, and pressed metal mirrored sconces. Each beautifully shaped sconce retains its ...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Metal

Italian Sculpture "Venus Gabi" Headless Torso Early 20th Century Carrara Marble
Located in Madrid, ES
Italian sculpture "Venus Gabi". Headless Torso. Early 20th century. Carrara marble. Measures: H 74cm. Perfect Condition.
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Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Objects

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Carrara Marble

High Relief Representing Battle Skull -""Memento""
Located in Madrid, ES
High relief representing battle in classical style. carved on white Carrara marble dimensions 46 h x 45 x 10 cm, weight 35.5 kg Skull -""Memento"" sculpted in the smallest anatom...
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Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Objects

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Carrara Marble

Beautiful Italian Caesar Bust Early 20th Century Carrara Marble
Located in Madrid, ES
Beautiful Italian Caesar Bust early 20th century Carrara marble Measure: H: 51 cm Perfect condition.
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Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Objects

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Carrara Marble

Beautiful Italian " Ippocrate " Bust Early 20th Century Carrara Marble
Located in Madrid, ES
Beautiful Italian " Ippocrate " Bust early 20th Century Carrara Marble H: 56 cm perfect condition.
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Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Objects

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Carrara Marble

Beautiful Italian "Goethe" Bust Early 20th Century Carrara Marble
Located in Madrid, ES
Beautiful Italian " Goethe " Bust early 20th century Carrara marble Measures: H: 41 cm Perfect condition.
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Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Objects

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Carrara Marble

Italian Sculpture "Venere Medici" Head Begin 20th Century Marble
Located in Madrid, ES
Italian sculpture " Venere Medici" Head Begin 20th century Marble Measure: H: 41cm including the base Perfect condition.
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Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Objects

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Marble

Important Italian Sculpture "Diana Gabi" Carrara Marble 19th-20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Important Italian sculpture "Diana Gabi" Carrara marble 19th-20th century Very good condition.
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Marble

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.
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Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Objects

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Marble

Italian Sculpture "Lisippea Apoxiomenos" Head Begin 20th Century Marble
Located in Madrid, ES
Italian sculpture "Lisippea Apoxiomenos" Head Begin 20th century Marble Measure: H: 46cm including the base Perfect condition.
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Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Objects

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Marble

Magnificent "Dorso Masculino" Sculpture in Carrara Marble the, 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Magnificent "Dorso Masculino" sculpture in Carrara marble from the 20th century. Italy Measures: H. 108cm x 37cm Perfect conditions.
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Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Objects

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Carrara Marble

Bust of Antinous Carved on White Carrara Marble, Early 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Bust of Antinous carved on white Carrara marble early 20th century. Placed on a turned base in red Levanzo marble. Measures: 35 x 20 x 12cm. Perfect condition for the age.
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Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Objects

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Carrara Marble

Anatomical Sculpture in White Carrara Marble, Early 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Anatomical Sculpture in White Carrara Marble early 20th century. Sculpture in white Carrara marble representing a human bust whose half is skeleton, the other half is flayed. Placed ...
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Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Objects

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Carrara Marble

Gilded Bronze Inkwell and Crystal Jugs 20th Century
Located in Milano, MI
Gilt bronze inkwell and crystal flasks, made in the 20th century. One of the flasks has a chip in the screwing part of the cap, as shown in the pictures. Ø cm 32 Ø cm 17 h cm 9 An...
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1920s French Vintage Baroque Decorative Objects

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Crystal, Bronze

Pair of Oak Ceroferarius Angels , Flanders , 17th Century
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful pair of cerulean angels sculpted in the round in a very lively position (the movement in the hair is remarkable), almost baroque. Very nice execution of the armour in the ...
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17th Century Belgian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Oak

19th Century French Pair of Antique Baroque Gilded Brass Wall Appliques, Sconces
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique French Baroque pair of wall appliques, sconces made of hand crafted gilded brass in good condition. The sculptured lights, lamp are featuring a two light socket. The Paris...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Metal, Brass

1950s Paris Porcelain Cachepot Centerpiece Vase
Located in Milano, MI
Hand-painted Paris porcelain centerpiece vase / cachepot, made in the 1950s Ø cm 18 h cm 14 Paris porcelain, also known as "Vieux Paris," is a type of porcelain produced in and aro...
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1950s French Vintage Baroque Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

17th Century, Pair of Italian Ink Drawings on Paper with Studies for Grotesques
Located in IT
17th century, pair of ink drawings on paper with studies for grotesques, friezes and helmets. Painter of central Italy of the 17th century, signed with monogram “A.M.”. Measurements: cm L 45.5 x H 59.5 x 5.5; cm 22 x 33 / cm L 46.5 x H 59 x 5.5; cm 22.5 x 31.5 The pair of sheets, in good condition, is framed by antique frames in carved and gilded wood. They show some china studies with some studies for different subjects. Specifically, the first sheet represents the design of a frieze of Renaissance taste under which are some studies probably referring to a family coat of arms. Below the center is a monogram “A.M.”. The sheet is also worked on the back in which are drawn some articulated elements of decoration in the style of the Renaissance grotesque...
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17th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Paper

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 Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Gesso

17th Century Italian Carved Painted Seven-Arm Forged Floor Lamp Candelabra
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant, antique candleholder was created in Italy, circa 1680. The tall freestanding candelabra has not been wired but features seven wrought iron curved arms with wood bobeches to hold candles for a dramatic effect. The turned base sits on three curved feet for stability. The Baroque candelabra...
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Late 17th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wrought Iron

Set of 3 Vintage Gold Frames Frames Classic Style
Located in Poperinge, BE
Nice set of 3 vintage frames, classic style frames, different sizes and designs, dated circa mid to second half of the 20th century. These frames are in good used vintage condition,...
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Mid-20th Century European Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood

Gilt Bronze Lion on Marble Base
Located in New York, NY
Gilt bronze lion on marble base. Antique chased gilt bronze recumbent lion on rare green speckled marble base. Italy, late 17th century. Dimensions: Ov...
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Late 17th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

18th Century Italian Carved Wood and Polychromed Figure of Baby Jesus
Located in Ballard, CA
18th century exceptional Italian carved wood and polychromed figure depicting baby Jesus holding the world in his hand, he has halo made from sterling silver and the globe is also sterling silver.This piece would have originally been dressed in an elaborate gown and would have been changed into different attire depending on the holy season. Extremely detailed and the carving is exceptional. this piece came from a very reputable merchant in Verona, I did inherit it from my mother in Law...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Silver

Italian Baroque Painted and Gilt Wood Winged Angel Playing a Violin
Located in Stamford, CT
19th Italian Baroque style carved, painted and gilt wood winged angel playing a violin. This utterly charming piece is wonderfully carved by a true artist and artisan. Just look at t...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Giltwood

Large Vintage Gold Frame Baroque Style Classic Pine 92x74cm
Located in Poperinge, BE
Large, gilded vintage pine frame with a beautiful patina of age and red undertones, entirely in classic Baroque style. Large size, decorated with acanthus leaves, flowers, and patter...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Baroque Decorative Objects

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Gesso, Wood

Vintage Gold Frame Baroque Style Wooden Frame Classic 69x59cm
Located in Poperinge, BE
Vintage gilded pine frame in classic Baroque style, decorated with acanthus leaves and flowers, circa mid-20th century. A lovely size frame for creative use, great as a mirror, to u...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Baroque Decorative Objects

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Gesso, Wood

Large Golden Baroque Frame XL Frame Painting Classic 117x67cm
Located in Poperinge, BE
Large golden pine frame with a beautiful age patina, XL size, entirely in classic Baroque style, decorated with elegant acanthus leaves and patterns, XL size, vintage object from cir...
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1920s Belgian Vintage Baroque Decorative Objects

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Gesso, Wood

Vintage Gilded Frame Baroque Style Pine Wood Classic 66x56cm
Located in Poperinge, BE
Vintage gilded pine frame in classic Baroque style, decorated with acanthus leaves and flowers, circa the first half of the 20th century. A beautiful size frame perfect for creative...
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1920s Belgian Vintage Baroque Decorative Objects

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Gesso, Wood

Large Gilded Baroque Frame XL Frame Painting Classic 120x70cm
Located in Poperinge, BE
Large, gilded vintage pine frame with beautiful age patina, XL size, entirely in classic Baroque style, decorated with elegant acanthus leaves and patterns, first half of the 20th century. With adjustment of the eyelet screw on the back, this frame can also be hung vertically. A lovely size frame for creative expression, ideal for use as a large hall mirror...
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1920s Belgian Vintage Baroque Decorative Objects

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Gesso, Wood

A Baroque Hand-Carved Polychrome Italian Cherub
Located in Catania, Sicilia
A lacquered wood sculpture of a sitting Cherub hand carved and painted in Italy in the early 18th century. The cherub has been mounted on late 19th century on a wood base. It's in or...
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Early 18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood

Large Terracotta Relief - Lombardy, First Half of 17th Century
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Large Terracotta relief of the flight into Egypt Lombardy, first half of 17th century Painted terracotta 91 x 85 x 11,5 cm This event in the early life of Christ is recounted i...
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17th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

Italian 19th Century Chest
Located in Madrid, ES
Italian 19th century chest. in ebonised wood with an inlaid decor. Measures: 19 x 36.5 x 25.5 cm. Good condition.
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19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood

A German Repousse Brass Alms Dish, 17th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A German Repousse Brass Alms Dish, 17th Century These dishes were originally used as everyday flatware by the wealthy during the Medieval period, serv...
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17th Century German Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Brass

Meissen Allegorical Group 'The Water', by M.V. Acier, Germany, Around 1860
Located in Vienna, AT
Excellent Meissen porcelain group of the 19th century: Nymph, covered only with a cloth, seated on a half shell floating on the water, holding the cloth at one end so that it forms ...
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Mid-19th Century German Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Lion of Forge, Spain, 16th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Lion of Forge, Spain, 16th century In forging, measurements: 10 x 17 x 5 cm Good condition Spanish private collection.
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16th Century Spanish Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Iron

Giant Italian early 18th Century Brass Scale / Planter featuring St. George
Located in Troy, NY
Extraordinary, monumental 6' tall brass scale of Italian Origin, ca. 1700. The Baluster-form stem ending in a tripod base and having a cast brass finial featuring St, George slaying...
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Early 18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Brass

Pair of English Carved Walnut Wood Figures of Court Jesters, 18th Century
Located in North Miami, FL
A very fine pair of 18th century carved figures, of Court Jesters These bearded gentlemen have been superbly carved in the finest detail, they original came from a piece of early 18th Century Furniture...
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18th Century English Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood, Walnut

"The Rape of the Sabine Woman" by Jean de Bologna
By Jean de Bologne
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Sculpture called "The Rape of the Sabine" made by Jean de Bologna (1529 -1608), made of bronze and patinated in brown. This is a replica of the author's most important work. The work...
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Early 17th Century French Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Bronze

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 Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood

Pair of Antique 18th Century Angel Torch Holders
Located in Buxton, GB
This pair of fabulous antique 18th century angel torch holders are a stunning addition to any art collection. Crafted from Gilded wood and featuring intric...
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18th Century French Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood

Circa 1800, Antique French Hand Carved Nutwood Putti Sculpture
Located in Lisse, NL
Lovely putti sculpture in typical Baroque Style. This beautiful and chubby putto sculpture was probably part of a larger Church ornament / sculpture o...
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1790s French Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Nutwood

Unique Portuguese Pharmacy Scale with Doubt 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Unique Portuguese pharmacy scale with doubt 19th century. Box in different woods with carvings and two drawers. Signs of use, small defects. Good general conditions. Dim: 70x32x60 cm.
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19th Century Portuguese Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood

Kalmar Castle Landscape Architectural Oil Painting on Board, Sweden
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Impressive oil on canvas painting of Kalmar Castle in Sweden. The history of the legendary castle stretches back 800 years. For a long time, it was one of Sweden’s most important for...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Paint

Wood Carved Baroque Angel 18th Century
Located in Kiel, SH
Polychrome Angel Head with Gilded Wings 18th Century
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18th Century European Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood, Paint

Mid-17th Century French Carved Walnut Bust of Saint Paul
Located in Dallas, TX
Carved in France in the 17th century, this commanding walnut bust likely represents Saint Paul the Apostle, depicted with dramatic realism and spiritual gravity. The figure features ...
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Mid-17th Century French Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Walnut

Large 18th Century German Sculpture
Located in Madrid, ES
Large 18th century German sculpture solid wooden sculpture representing a shepherd. German work from the 18th century. Measure: height 114cm. Good...
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18th Century German Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood

Pair of 18th C. Italian Baroque Neapolitan Crèche Leather Figures of Merchants
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of 18th-Century Italian Baroque Neapolitan Crèche Figures of Merchant Men in Leather A rare and expressive pair of 18th-century Italian Baroque crèche figures, likely originati...
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Leather, Wood

Monumental Pair of 19th Century Baroque Style Italian Carved Giltwood Torcheres
Located in Dublin, IE
A magnificent monumental pair of Italian Baroque style carved giltwood torcheres, each comprising a circular dished top above an elaborately carved pillar with floral swags and gargo...
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19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Giltwood

Large Mythological Meissen Group 'The Catch Of The Triton', J.J. Kändler, c 1870
Located in Vienna, AT
Excellent Meissen porcelain sculpture: Very elaborate and lovingly designed group of figures: two young women with artfully pinned-up hair and wrapped in cloths tied around their loi...
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Late 19th Century German Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Casket, German, Baroque, painted, Vivien Leigh, Laurence Olivier, Notley Priory
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
This charming and unusual casket injects a romantic atmosphere into any interior. It has survived in impeccable condition with acceptable wear to the painted surface which signifies its age and use. It is a conversation piece, a piece of acting history, bought by Vivien Leigh and Laurence Olivier...
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Mid-17th Century German Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Oak

Baroque decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Baroque decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage decorative objects created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Baroque decorative objects made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include Europa Antiques, Meissen Porcelain, Franco Salimbeni, and Interi. 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 decorative objects differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $61 and tops out at $195,000 while the average work can sell for $3,204.

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