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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
Head of a Saint. Polychromed Wood. 17th Century 'Later Base'
Located in Madrid, ES
Saint head. Carved and polychrome wood. Spanish school, 17th century. Head made of carved and polychrome wood of a young man, with curly and tonsured dark hair, who keeps his gaze ...
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17th Century Spanish Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Other

17th century Baroque Hand Carved Saint Anthony Sculpture w. Child & Lily Flower
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and wonderful Saint Anthony church sculpture, European 17th century Baroque. This rare and sizable wall statuette of Franciscan Saint Anthony is another one of our recent great finds. This wonderful church relic...
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17th Century European Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wrought Iron

Cherub Carved from Wood with Polychrome & Gilt
Located in Chicago, IL
An Italian cherub, carved from linden wood wood. This graceful and exceptionally well-carved figure was likely part of an altar ensemble. The eyes and face are particularly well-form...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood

Early 18th Century Dutch Chest 'Box '
Located in Madrid, ES
Dutch chest in fruit wood and carved bone applications, 18th Century Dutch school. Measurements: 20 X 29 X 18cm Very good condition.
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Early 18th Century Dutch Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood

Marble Sculpture Depicting "Saint Cristofer" 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Marble sculpture depicting "Saint Cristofer" 18th century Marble base. Some defects Good condition for the age Measures: 36 x 14 x 7 cm.
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Early 18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Carrara Marble

18th Century Tin Glazed Dutch Delft Pottery Blue and White Vase or Jar
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine 18th century Dutch Delft pottery vase or jar. Of typical vasiform shape with medium and deep blue Chinoiserie landscape decoration, dot border to the top rim, and swag...
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18th Century Dutch Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Delft

Antique Carved Wood Cartouche, a Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
Amazing pair of 18th century carved wood cartouche. Carved with scrolling design and flowers throughout. Mounted on later iron and wood stands. Can be u...
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19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood

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 Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wrought Iron

Vintage Forged Iron and Bronze Torchiere Candle
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Striking iron floor candle holder with decorative bronze detail. Curbside delivery available up to 70 miles from zip code 07711. $250
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20th Century Baroque Decorative Objects

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Iron

Pair French Baroque Style Brass Candlesticks Candle Lamps, Early 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of French Baroque style brass candlesticks with hand chasing. These had been wired for boudoir lamps sometime in the 20th century and we can electrify again if desired (for a...
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Early 19th Century Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Brass

Pair of 18th Century Italian Baroque Carved Wooden Candleholders
Located in Buisson, FR
Great pair of baroque carved wooden candleholders with a stunning old color, Italy, circa 1750-1780. Weathered, repairs and losses. Measurement individual.
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood

Roman Bronze Sculpture Depicts Roman Chariot 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Roman bronze sculpture Depicts Roman Chariot 19th century Measures: cm. 33 × 66 H. 50 Good conditions.
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19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair of Antique Spanishs Carved Gitwood Torcheres
Located in Madrid, ES
A pair of beautiful Spanish torcheros, probably the end of the 18th century, in gilt wood and silver wood, their base is triangular supported on legs in the shape of a lion's claw, t...
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Late 18th Century Spanish Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Giltwood

Italian Box in High Relief Carved Oak Wood 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Italian Box in High Relief Carved Oak Wood 18th Century on the top lid a lion's head in relief. Dim. 14x30x18 cm very good condition
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Oak

Pair of Emperors 18th Century 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of emperors 18th century Very decorative pair of emperors in marble from the 18th century. Measures: 20x15x10 cm good condition.
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Marble

Little Alabaster Dog of the 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
LITTLE ALABASTER DOG OF THE XIX CENTURY. DOG IN MINIATURE OF THE XIX CENTURY. MEASURES: 11X11X5CM. Good condition.
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19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Alabaster

Pair of Alabaster Urns
Located in Newport Beach, CA
A striking pair of hand carved alabaster urns featuring the face of Mercury, sinuous foliate arms, rims of acanthus leaves, on a stepped base.
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1880s Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Alabaster

Delft 1750 - 1800 Large Blue and White Tobacco Jar ‘No. 12’ Mark: Lpkan
Located in ROSSUM, GE
Blue and white tobacco jar ‘No. 12’ Delft, 1750-1800 The Lampet Jug pottery Mark: LPKan The ovoid tobacco jar has a protruding rim and...
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Late 18th Century Dutch Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Faience

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.
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Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Objects

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Marble

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

Vintage Italian Grand Tour Style Pietra Dura Mosaic Plaque, Framed 1
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.
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Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Objects

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Marble

Italian Holy Water Stoup in Red Verona Marble 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Italian Holy Water Stoup in Red Verona Marble 18th Century Dimensions: h 112 cm x 75 cm x 75 cm With front frieze depicting an angel very good c...
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Marble

18th Century Italian Fragment with Chalcopyrite, Calcite Crystals, and Kyanite
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Sculptural 18th century Italian fragment with chalcopyrite on a druzy crystal matrix with calcite crystals and gold-plate kyanite. Th...
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Rock Crystal

Gilded Bronze and Silver Figure 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Gilded bronze and silver figure. Figure in golden bronze on wooden pedestal and decorated with silver shield. Present some Missing see photos. Measures: 35 x 30 x 17 cm. good condi...
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19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Bronze

French Bronze Mantel Clock
Located in Dallas, TX
This stunning clock sits at 23.50 in. Perfect for any desk or study décor. Inspired by the early 1800's. Polished regularly.
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Early 19th Century French Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Bronze

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 Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Italian Contemporary Hand-Carved Wood Frame with Gold Leaf Cover, Custom Sizes
Located in Prato, IT
Italian contemporary hand-carved wood frame in French style with gold leaf cover and linen passe-partout. Available in custom sizes. Measures: cm.59 x 6 x 69 (inside cm. 48 x 38).    
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2010s Italian Baroque Decorative Objects

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Giltwood

Pair of Columns from the 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of columns from the 19th century ELEGANT OLD MARBLE COLUMNS FROM THE XIX CENTURY. THEY ARE COMPLETELY REMOVABLE-MEASURES: 105X27X27 CM good condition.
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19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Marble

18th Century Style Ludwigsburg Porcelain Reticulated or Openwork Basket
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine German porcelain openwork or reticulated basket. By the Ludwigsburg Porcelain Manufactory. With pierced sides of interlocking circular...
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20th Century German Baroque Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

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. Measurement individual.
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood

A Pair of Régence Style Patinated Bronze Photophores, late 20th Century
Located in Spencertown, NY
The dark brown bronze bases with scalloped edges with hand blown glass shades. H. 18" Dia. 7"
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Late 20th Century French Baroque Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair of 18th Century Italian Baroque Giltwood Candleholders
Located in Dallas, TX
Hand-carved in Italy, this pair of giltwood candleholders are from the Baroque period. Based on the asymmetrical carvings of C-scrolls and curled leaves, this was most likely an earl...
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood, Giltwood

Sterling Silver and Onyx Box
Located in Newport Beach, CA
An elegant, molded sterling silver, hinged top box. The top features an onyx panel.
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Onyx, Silver

Serpentine Sculpture 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Serpentine sculpture. 19th century. It represents the abduction of Sabina and is made in Rome-Italy in the nineteenth century.Measures: 98 cm high.
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19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Serpentine

17th Century Italian 'Florence Fragment' Vase with Fossil Coral
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
17th century Italian vase with a fossil coral head on a rock coral floret base. This fragment is from a church in Florence. It was found and saved from t...
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17th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Coral

Vintage Italian Parquetry Miniature Bombe' Chest
Located in Bradenton, FL
Miniature parquetry two drawer bombe chest made in Italy. All sides including back are finished.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood

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 Vintage Baroque Decorative Objects

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Resin

19th Century Bronze from Moulin
Located in Madrid, ES
19th century bronze from Moulin Elegant 19th century bronze signed by the author. In Patinated bronze and simulation of porphyry. Measures: 50 x 35 x 16 cm Good condition.
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19th Century French Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Grand Father Case Clock with Chinese Figures 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Grand father case clock with Chinese figures xixth English clock from the 19th century decorated with Asian landscapes. The clock works perfectly and is ...
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19th Century English Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood

Pair of Roman Sculptures Early 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Roman manufacture of the 18th century. Pair of sculptures in burnished and gilded metal. Measures: Height 40 cm. Marble base. Good conditions.
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Early 18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Marble, Metal

Head of a Saint from the 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Head of a saint from the 18th century. The head is in good condition, it is made of wax, with glass eyes. Italy 18th century. Measurements: 20x22x15 cm.
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18th Century French Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Glass

Continental Baroque Giltwood Frame with Heavy Carved Foliage
Located in New York, NY
Continental Baroque giltwood frame with heavily carved foliage and red background color. Likely made in Europe in the early 19th century, the p...
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Early 19th Century European Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Mirror, Giltwood

Flemish Brass Alms Plate
Located in Essex, MA
With shield in center surrounded by gadrooned and hammered decoration.
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17th Century European Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Brass

1930s Italian Rococo 5 Arm Gilted Bronze Candelabras, a Pair
Located in Germantown, MD
1930s Italian gilted bronze candelabras with glass bobeche candle ring wax catcher 2.8". Very good vintage condition. Measures: 19 inches tall ...
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Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Angelo Statue in Wood Baroque Style, 18th Century
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Beautiful wooden statue of an 18th century baroque style Angelo. It is finely carved. Some old restorations are to be noted on the feet, and the left hand. The back wings are missing.
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18th Century Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood

Figure in Golden Bronze of the 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Figure in golden bronze of the xix century THE BRONZE IS FROM THE 19TH CENTURY AND THE ONYX BASE IS LATE. MEASURES: 30 CM HIGH good condition.
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19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Onyx, Bronze

Beautiful Early 1800's Medallion of Tsar Alexander II
Located in Madrid, ES
BEAUTIFUL EARLY 1800'S MEDALLION OF TSAR ALEXANDER II. IN GOOD GEMERAL CONDITION. PRESENT SLIGHT FAULTS ON THE EDGES- SEE PHOTOS. MEASURES: 10 CM DIAMET...
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Bronze

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 Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Silver

Large Roman Bronze Emperor Bust from the 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
LARGE Roman bronze from the 19th century. Important bronze from the end of the 19th century roman signed S.V. The black marble base is later. Grand tour of Rome. Excellent condition ...
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19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Bronze

17th Century Italian Gold Leaf Fragment with Calcite Crystals in Matrix
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
17th century Italian gold leaf fragment with calcite crystals in a rock matrix with gold leaf crystal quartz and mounted on a rock coral base. This fragment was originally part of a...
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17th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Rock Crystal, Quartz, Gold Leaf

Carrara Marble Bas-Relief Depicting Apollo Italy, 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
A Carrara Marble Bas-Relief depicting Apollo Italy, 18th Century 30,5 x 16,5 cm very good condition.  
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Carrara Marble

Pair of Terracotta or Similar Columns from the 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
TWENTIETH CENTURY TERRACOTTA COLUMNS. PAIR OF TERRACOTTA OR SIMILAR COLUMNS FROM THE 20TH CENTURY. VERY DECORATIVE. MEASURES. 70X30X30 WITHOUT SUPPORT. Good condition.
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Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

Rare Bust of Alexander II in Gilded Bronze on a Malachite Base from the 19th Cen
Located in Madrid, ES
Bust of Alexander II. Rare bust of Alexander II in gilded bronze on a malachite base from the 19th century The quality of the bronze is excellent with man...
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19th Century French Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Malachite, Bronze

Italian Wooden Consoles 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
ITALIAN WOODEN CONSOLES DECORATIVE ITALIAN CONSOLES OF THE XIX CENTURY MADE IN SOLID WOOD AND PAINTED WHITE. MEASURES: 115X57X92 CM good condi...
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19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood

Old French Pharmacy Porcelain Containers 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Old French pharmacy porcelain containers. Fontemoing & Peigney XIX CENTURY THEY MEASURE 26 CM HIGH IN TOTAL THERE ARE 20 CONTAINERS IN EXCELLENT CONDIT...
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19th Century French Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Pair of 17/18th Century Italian Carved Wooden Baroque Candleholders
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful Baroque carved wooden candleholders, Italy, circa 1650-1750. Several layers of paint visible. Weathered and small losses. Measurement individual.
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17th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood

A PAIR OF RUSSIAN BRONZE CUT CRYSTAL VASES. 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
A PAIR OF RUSSIAN BRONZE CUT CRYSTAL VASES. 19TH C A PAIR OF 19th C. RUSSIAN ORMOLU-MOUNTED (Bronze) CUT CRYSTAL VASES. H 33 cm
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19th Century Russian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Crystal, Bronze

Bronze Mortar with Pestle, Spain, 17th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Mortar with hand. Bronze. XVII century. Mortar with a circular base, cylindrical body and slightly outwardly flared mouth, decorated with a series of smooth horizontal moldings arranged both in the lower and upper areas and with simple vertical elements (which still maintain slight balustraded shapes) derived from of the ribs that these specimens used to have in the medieval Spanish...
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17th Century Spanish Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Bronze, Other

Baroque decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

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