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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
16th Century Spanish Carved & Polychrome Painted Saint Anne with the Infant Mary
Located in Miami, FL
This sculpture represents Santa Ana (Saint Anne) with the infant Mary. Verge
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16th Century European Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood

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

Italian Blue and White Della Robbia Style Jardinière, Provenance, Celine Dion
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Italian blue and white Della Robbia style jardinière, Provenance, Celine Dion Of large scale the two handled urn with white appliqués on a Tuscan blue background. Can be used indoors or outside. The opening diameter is 16.5" Provenance: Celine Dion's Jupiter Florida...
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1950s Italian Vintage Baroque Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

18th Century Wood Carving
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
18th century continental baroque style poly chrome decorated wood carving.
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18th Century European Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood, Paint

18th Century Wood Carving
18th Century Wood Carving
$1,100 Sale Price
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17th Century Lantern Alarm Clock by Johannes Quelch, Oxford
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
An English 17th century lantern clock made of brass and iron, circa 1665-1670. The clock consists of going and striking trains, as well as a...
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17th Century British Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Brass

Box enamel miniature and fine hand engraving Sterling Silver Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Baroque style shaped table box in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with fine hand engraving interspersed with spaces with translucent enamels fired on guilloché and beautiful ena...
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1960s Italian Vintage Baroque Decorative Objects

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Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Snuff Box Black enamel Baroque style engraving Sterling Silver Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Shaped table snuff box in 925/1000 sterling silver gold plated with fine fire-enamelled baroque style engraving. Very fine hand engraving on all surfaces. Dimensions cm. 6.2 x 7.8 cm...
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1970s Italian Vintage Baroque Decorative Objects

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

20th Century Italian Sterling Silver Baroque Vase
Located in VALENZA, IT
Large baroque style sterling silver vase. The body of the vase has been masterfully embossed with shells, flowers and volutes, typical of the Baroque style. Still in the body of the ...
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1990s Italian Baroque Decorative Objects

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Sterling Silver

Pill Box Baroque shaped with pastoral miniature Sterling Silver Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Pill Box Baroque shaped with pastoral miniature Sterling Silver Salimbeni .Baroque shaped pill-box with hand engravings and green fire enamel, with hand painted enameled miniature of...
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1990s Italian Baroque Decorative Objects

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Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

19th Century Dutch Delft Vase
Located in Greenwich, CT
19th century Dutch blue and white delft vase with foliage and pheasant decoration having an elongated neck and graceful, elegant form.
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Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Beckie Kravetz, "Wotan" Bronze Opera Mask 9/25 C. 1998 on Lucite Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
**Beckie Kravetz, "Wotan" Bronze Opera Mask, Edition 9/25, Circa 1998, on Lucite Stand** This dramatic bronze mask, titled **"Wotan"**, was created by renowned sculptor and mask-m...
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Late 20th Century American Baroque Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Antique Gold Gilt Iron Leaf Candle Sconces, Pair
Located in Sheffield, MA
The pair of antique baroque style handcrafted iron sconces are decorated with various forms of leaves and are secured by brackets, each with a hole at the top for attaching a screw o...
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19th Century European Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Iron

Large White Marble Mortar 16th Century with carved Lateral Mascarons.
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
A very large and unique white marble mortar from the 16th century with sculpted side mascarons. Mascaron were decorative architectural element in the form of a sculpted face or head...
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16th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Marble

Important Sculpture "Saint George in Bronze"Bernt Notke (1440–before May 1509)
Located in Madrid, ES
Important Sculpture "Saint George in Bronze" Bernt Notke ( 1440 – before May 1509) sculpture from the 18th/early 19th century. 75*47*h 83cm good condition Bernt Notke Bernt Notke ...
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Late 18th Century German Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Bronze

18th Century Italian Gilded Angel Head with Baroque Pearls
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
18th century Italian gold leaf angel head or "putto" adorned with baroque pearls. A putto is a cherub figure frequently appearing in both mythological and religious paintings and scu...
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Gold Leaf

Large Italian Marble Sculpture – "The Rape of Proserpina"
Located in Madrid, ES
Large Italian Marble Sculpture – "The Rape of Proserpina" Origin: Italy Period: 1970s (20th century) Material: Italian white marble Dime...
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1970s Italian Vintage Baroque Decorative Objects

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Marble

Saint George Slaying The Dragon, 17th Century , Italy
Located in PARIS, FR
Large sculpture carved in the round (1.11m at the lance), representing Saint George slaying the dragon. Saint George of Lydda, born in 280 in Mazaca in Cappadocia, is a Christian mar...
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Mid-17th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood

20th Century Italian Sterling Silver Inkstand, hHandicraft made in Italy
Located in VALENZA, IT
The inkwell, rectangular in shape, was completely handmade obtained from a silver plate and finely embossed and chiseled with scrolls and flowers, typical of the Italian Baroque of t...
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Late 20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Objects

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Sterling Silver

18th Century Italian Silver Leaf Cross with Plated Crystals on a Mica Cluster
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
18th century Italian sliver leaf and mecca cross adorned with gold and silver plated crystal points and mica mounted on a mica and tourmaline in calcite matrix base. The crucifix originally came from a church in Tuscany. The gold and silver plated crystal points replicate the original sunrays or halo around the cross. The piece is mounted on a mica and tourmaline cluster that is in a matrix of calcite. The mica holds a shimmery appearance that can reflect light - like nature's disco ball. It perfectly coordinates with the silver leaf and mecca painted cross...
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Quartz, Rock Crystal, Crystal, Silver Leaf

1980s Vintage Italian Style Tole Black and Gold Wastebasket
Located in Charleston, SC
Wonderful Vintage wastebasket with reticulated sides and Black and Gold Decoration. From the 80s. Would also work great to hold magazines. Or as a large cachepot.
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1980s Unknown Vintage Baroque Decorative Objects

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Metal

20th Century Italian Silver Table Clock Barocco revival
Located in VALENZA, IT
An Italian Baroque style Table Clock, it is made of embossed sheet silver with typical Baroque style swirls. Cast details decorate its four...
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1970s Italian Vintage Baroque Decorative Objects

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Silver

20th Century Pair of Italian Silver embossed with figures Lamps
By Liciano Sacco
Located in VALENZA, IT
Pair of "Cariatidi" lamps in 800 silver. Completely hand-carved and embossed with scrolls motifs. Each part of the lamp has been finely embossed and chiseled by hand. The central pa...
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1960s Italian Vintage Baroque Decorative Objects

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Silver

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

Wooden Sculpture of a Monk, Probably 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Expressive wooden sculpture of a Franciscan monk, likely from the 19th century. The figure depicts the monk with a lowered gaze, wearing a traditional robe with a rope belt. He holds...
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19th Century German Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Velvet, Wood

Gilded Wooden Frame Baroque Style Classic Frame 70x60cm
Located in Poperinge, BE
Beautiful gilded classic frame, entirely in the typical Baroque style, elegantly decorated with acanthus leaves, vines, flowers, and ribbon patterns. Made of pine and plaster, circa ...
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Mid-20th Century European Baroque Decorative Objects

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Gesso, Wood

Pair of Very Large French Figurative Floor-Standing Candelabra
Located in London, GB
Pair of very large French figurative floor-standing candelabra French, 19th century Measures: Height 260cm, width 90cm, depth 90cm This pair of candelabra are each surmounted by...
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19th Century French Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Ormolu

Italy Richard Ginori 1750 Pair of Porcelain Bowls Pink Tulip Decor
Located in Brescia, IT
Italian Richard Ginori 1750 pair of porcelain bowls with pink tulips drawings doccia This amazing pair of Richard Ginori porcelain bowls is painted wi...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

17th Century Obelisk-Shaped Table Clock
Located in London, GB
17th Century obelisk-shaped table clock Italian, 17th Century Height 28cm, width 9cm, depth 7cm A stunning piece from the 17th century, this table clock is a precious element of horological artistry and mechanical innovation. Encased in gilt and glass, the delicate clock is shaped akin to an obelisk, an intriguing symbol that lends a striking visual appeal. The foundation of the timepiece is a gilt brass and...
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1660s Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Brass, Ormolu

20th Century Pair of Italian Silver Candlesticks Torretta fron Genoa revival
Located in VALENZA, IT
Pair of silver 800 candlesticks in Italian Barocco Genoese style. The body worked on silver sheet was embossed and engraved by hand with scrolls and flowers Measure: 820 grams.
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20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Objects

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Silver

« La Baigneuse » ou « La Nymphe prenant son bain » (1757)
Located in Ixelles, BE
Étienne-Maurice Falconet (1716-1791), "The Bather" or "The Nymph Bathing" (1757) Artistic Explanation: The Nymph Bathing is a masterpiece of 18th-century French sculpture, created...
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1750s French Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Blue and White Dutch Delft Tile with Pikier, Mid 17th Century
Located in AMSTERDAM, NH
The Netherlands Amsterdam Circa 1625 – 1650 A blue and white Dutch tile with a decoration of a Dutch soldier from the period of the 80 Years War. This soldier could be a member of t...
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1620s Dutch Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

Meissen Porcelain Bear, Johann Gottlieb Kirchner, Johan Joachim Kaendler, 1735
Located in Milano, IT
Hard porcelain bear modeled and painted in gray-brown and black Manufacture of Meissen, by Johann Gottlieb Kirchner and Johan Joachim Kaendler, 1735 It...
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1730s German Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

French Indigo Blue And Gold Porcelain Amphora, 20th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
This indigo blue and gold porcelain amphora, from the 20th century, showcases the refined craftsmanship of Retier. Standing at an impressive 63 cm tall, it features a rich cobalt gl...
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20th Century French Baroque Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Italian Bronze Door Knocker
Located in Essex, MA
With arabesques and satyr mask.
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1750s Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

Box Cannister Caddy Brass Tobacco Tea Dutch
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
A charming early tobacco box or tea cannister Unusual, large size Lovely soft contours which enhances the reflection of light in the interior Original condition including hinges length 21cm., 8 1/4" depth 7.5cm., 3" height 11cm., 4 1/2". The Dutch were the main importers of tobacco in the 18th century and manufactured tobacco boxes to sell with...
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18th Century Dutch Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Brass

Pair of Silver Candlesticks, London 1742
Located in Greding, DE
A pair of silver candle holders in the shape of a baluster with a curved base and spout. The candle holders are hallmarked on the bottom,...
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1740s British Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Silver

Sterling Silver Baroque style biscuit box
Located in VALENZA, IT
Baroque-style round box. The body and lid of the box are engraved with scrolls, typical of the Baroque style. To highlight this workmanship, a knurling, that is, a dense hammering, w...
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2010s Baroque Decorative Objects

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Sterling Silver

17th Century Sandstone Gargoyle on Stand
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A early 17th century French Gargoyle. Gargoyels were originally intented as waterspouts for churches and castles but soon were used as ornamentation. A...
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17th Century French Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Sandstone

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

Ice Bucket, Red Crystal, Baroque Style, Red Contemporary Crystal, Czech Republic
Located in New York, NY
Decorative ice bucket in red crystal in a Baroque style. The ice bucket is made of crystal. Produced by Artel in Czech Republic. It is a contemporary item.
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Baroque Decorative Objects

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Blown Glass

A Baroque Style Gilded Wood Box Frame Displaying a White Porcelain Christ
Located in Catania, Sicilia
Baroque-Style Gilded Wood and Porcelain Christ Wall Plaque This beautiful and dramatic wall plaque captures the essence of the Baroque style, featuring a striking contrast between it...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Wood

CHILD JESUS SAVIOR OF THE WORLD 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
CHILD JESUS SAVIOR OF THE WORLD 18th Century portuguese sculpture in polychrome and gilded wood with fabric cover. Mounted on a spherical base and golden plinth. Shine in silver, un...
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Early 18th Century Portuguese Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood

Meissen Porcelain Figure Bacchus with Grapes, Wine Jug, Late 19th/ Early 20th C
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Meissen Porcelain Figure of Bacchus with Grapes and Wine Jug, Late 19th–Early 20th Century Measurements: 5" high x 3.5" wide x 2.5" deep Description A finely modeled Meissen porcel...
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Early 20th Century German Baroque Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique Adriaen Luffneu Delft Blue & White Tall Pierced & Cased Ginger Jars
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Pair of fine antique ginger jars, circa 1699-1714) with pierced and cased cartouches and hand painted figural landscapes. Each with a different scene yet maintaining the mountain, la...
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Early 18th Century Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Clay

Gilded Bronze Vintave Candlestick with Putto - Baroque Style
Located in Cantù, IT
Delightful, finely crafted gilt bronze candlestick depicting a winged putto (cherub) holding a candle-holding arm. The base, richly decorated with rocaille motifs, lends a typically ...
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20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Italian Carved and Lacquered Picture Frame, Circa 1700
Located in CH
Italian carved and Lacquered picture frame, Circa 1700 This Italian frame was most likely made in Emilia Romagna and more specifically in the town of Modena around the year 1700. De...
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood

Amazing 19th Century French Lidded Box
Located in Madrid, ES
19th century French lidded box with boulle-style inlay on lid (sawwork + mirrors). Dimensions: 7 x 31 x 23 cm. In good condition.  
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19th Century French Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood

18th Century Sacral Art, Statue of a Woman
Located in Allerum, SE
18th century carved, painted and gilded Statue of a woman standing on a cloud. Sacral Art. Ca 1750 Sweden (possibly Northern Europe)
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Mid-18th Century Swedish Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Giltwood

Pair of Candlesticks, Denmark, 1750-1780
Located in Kastrup, DK
Pair of charming Danish Baroque candlesticks in wood with ebonized light stems, marble bases and pewter bobeches, Denmark, circa 1750-1780.
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Mid-18th Century Danish Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood

Marble Sculpture of a Saint, Late 17th Century
Located in CH
A late 17th century marble sculpture of a saint, possibly Central Italian. Monogrammed on the marble base "F G F."
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Late 17th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Marble

Pair of 17th/ 18th Century Italian White Marble Baroque Ornaments
Located in Buisson, FR
Unique and very beautiful pair weathered white marble baroque ornaments. They most likely once adorned a church altar. Original period pieces, Italy, circa 1650-1750. Weathered and s...
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17th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Marble

Masterpiece and Museum of Italian Feet of "Mercury" 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Masterpiece and Museum Pair of Feet of "Mercury" 19th Century in Carrara marble 46 x 30 x 20cm good condition for the period The "feet of Mercury" (or, more precisely, the winged sa...
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19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Marble

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

Ancient Italian Maiolica Faenza, Ferniani Factory, Circa 1700
Located in Milano, IT
Centerpiece white maiolica shell Ferniani factory, early period: 1693-1776 Faenza, circa 1700 Measures: 5.6 in x 14.72 in x 13.46 in (14.3 cm x 37.4...
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Early 1700s Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Maiolica

Pair of Dog-shaped bookends made of onyx and bronze
Located in Milano, IT
Wonderful pair of Italian Baroque paperweights from the 1800s. The pair is made with a truly binding Onyx base. The onyx stone has been carved to make the paperweights semi-equal. Ab...
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1870s European Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Onyx, Bronze

Hand Carved "Saint Francis" Wooden Sculpture, Spain, 17th Century.
Located in Madrid, ES
Sculpture of Saint Francis made of hand-carved and polychrome wood with gold leaf embellishments. Valladolid, Spain, 17th century. Circa 1650
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17th Century Spanish Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood

A pair of Silver Plated Godinger Baroque Style Candle holders
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
A pair of Silver Plated Godinger Baroque Style Candle holders. Crafted with precision, these candlesticks not only serve as functional pieces for illuminating your space but also as ...
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Mid-20th Century European Baroque Decorative Objects

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Silver Plate

18th Century French Carved Giltwood & Polychrome "Mother and Child" with Base
Located in Dallas, TX
Place this beautiful gilt statue with base in a living room or bedroom. Hand carved circa 1780, this elegant two-piece antique sculpture was found in a chapel in Southern France and ...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Giltwood

OUR LADY WITH THE BOY JESUS Indo-Portuguese sculpture, !7th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
OUR LADY WITH THE BOY JESUS Indo-Portuguese sculpture, !7th Century in polychrome, upholstered and gilded wood. The figure is represented standing, holding the Baby Jesus with his l...
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17th Century Portuguese Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood

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

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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