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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
17th Century Hague Clock Signed by Pieter Visbagh, circa 1675
By A. Petersen & Co.
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
Unusually small Hague clock made c. 1675 by Pieter Visbagh, who was apprenticed by Salomon Coster. The latter made the first pendulum clock according to th...
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17th Century Dutch Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Ebony, Olive

Palatial Pair of English Baroque Style 19th Century Carved Marble Sitting Lions
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine and palatial pair of English Baroque style 19th century carved marble sitting lions, the very realistic carved pair with fine attention to detail, each resting its front ...
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19th Century English Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Marble

Antique Wooden Frame, 19th Century – 18×24 Cm – Brown Patina, Fluted Molding
Located in Bilzen, BE
Elegant antique wooden picture frame, dating from the 19th century (possibly late 18th). Crafted in solid wood with a rich dark brown patina and a finely carved ribbed moulding along...
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19th Century French Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

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

Delft Vases Polychrome Delftware Vintage Chinoiserie Garniture of Vases Set 3
By Delft, AK Dutch Delftware, Royal Delft
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
Delft Vases Dutch tinglazed pottery polychrome decor. The set contains 1 covered baluster vase and two trumpet / beaker vases. Origin: The Netherlands 1940s Colours; Green, Iron re...
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20th Century Dutch Baroque Decorative Objects

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Earthenware, Delft, Pottery

Apollo Di Piombino Del Louvre, Bust in Terracotta, Early 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Apollo Di Piombino Del Louvre, bust in Terracotta - Kouros Di Piombino early 20th century Measures: height 46 cm width 20 cm depth 15 cm Weight 3 kg Artist / designer / architect an...
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Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

"Child Jesus", Wood, Spanish School, 17th Century, pedestal made later.
Located in Madrid, ES
"Child Jesus". Carved and polychrome wood. Spanish school, 17th century. Base or pedestal made later. Christ is presented naked, with a slight contrapposto on the legs and hips that...
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17th Century Spanish Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Other

17th Century Carved Wood and Polychromed of Crucified Jesus on the Cross
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing a captivating 17th-century Italian carved wood and polychromed, gold-gilded crucifix depicting Jesus on the cross. This remarkable piece...
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17th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Metal

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

17th Century French Bronze Candlestick
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Very sweet little French bronze candlestick dating from the 17th century. Measures: 15.5 cm high 8 x 8 cm base. Free shipping.
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17th Century French Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Bronze

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

Materials

Brass

Meissen Mythological Figurine, Ganymede On Cloud Base, Kaendler, Circa 1860
Located in Vienna, AT
The young man, covered only with a cloth, known in Greek mythology as ‘the most beautiful of all boys’, sits on the back of Zeus, who has been transformed into an eagle, and is carri...
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1860s German Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Silver Plated Candelabra, Ganci Argenterie, Made in Italy, Milano
Located in Milano, IT
Silver plated candelabra - Ganci Argenterie - Made in Italy, Milano 6 flames handmade Candelabra - Ganci Argenterie - Hallmark 110MI - one of the oldest Italian Silversmith.  
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Early 2000s Italian Baroque Decorative Objects

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Silver Plate

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...
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1720s Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

Coppia di Candelieri Barocchi a Rocchetto in Bronzo Firenze XVII
Located in Pistoia, IT
Coppia di pique-cierges barocchi in bronzo fuso e tornito, Firenze, XVII secolo. Modello di pique-cierges tipicamente fiorentino conosciuto con il nome di "rocchetto" dalla particola...
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17th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Pair of Late 18th Century Italian Giltwood Baroque Candlesticks
Located in Dallas, TX
With their right angle bases and descending bobeche display, this pair of Italian giltwood candlesticks make unique light sources. Hand-carved in the late 1700’s, the Baroque period ...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Metal, Iron

Pair of Spanish Spiral Columns of the 17th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of Spanish spiral columns of the 17th century in carved and gilded wood, decorated with plant elements, vines, bunches of grapes and birds. Small flaws in polychrome Dimension. ...
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17th Century Spanish Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood

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

Maitland Smith Tooled Leather Wedding Photo Album Scrap Book 16"
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 20th century Maitland Smith tooled leather memories photo album scrap book with wooden spine and stamped gilt details. Front of cover incorporates an oval photo space with an or...
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Late 20th Century Baroque Decorative Objects

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Leather

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

Sculpture of a Faun's Head Made of Cleopatra Yellow Marble Early 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Sculpture of a Faun's Head Made of Cleopatra yellow marble base in Port st. Laurent marble. Height base included 38 cm, weight 12.5 kg. very good 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

Large Italian 18th Century Giltwood Jardinière or Planter
Located in Rome, IT
With rectangular form frame and finely carved acanthus leaf. Original liner is tin. Provenience from Aristocratic family of Tuscany.
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Early 18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Giltwood

Pair of Italian Carved Wood and Gilt Angel Reliquary Pricket Candelabra as Lamps
Located in Essex, MA
Pair of early 17th century Italian carved wood and gilt angel Pricket stick candelabra. Jubilant Angels Holding Cornucopia which holds single pricket fo...
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Early 17th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine

17th Century Figured Walnut and Seaweed Marquetry Lace Box
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A fine and extremely rare figured walnut and seaweed marquetry 'lace box', circa.... let’s break it down - Seaweed marquetry first appeared in Englis...
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17th Century English Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Walnut

RARE IBERIAN SAFE from the first half of the 17th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
RARE IBERIAN SAFE from the first half of the 17th Century in painted and gilded carved wood decorated with plant motifs. Small defects. Dim.: 34 x 43 x 35 cm
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17th Century Portuguese Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Italian Early 18th Century Giltwood Torchiere or Floor Lamp 1720
Located in Rome, IT
A fine Italian early 18th century giltwood torchiere on triform base carved on the front side, with seven scrolled gilt-metal candle arms. Measure...
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Early 17th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Giltwood

Pair of 17th Century Italian Carved and Polychrome Angel Figures
Located in Essex, MA
Pair of Late 17th/Early 18th Century carved and polychrome Italian angel figures. Now mounted in modern stands. Wonderful baroque carving and retain original paint   
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Late 17th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood

Pair of Early Giltwood Book Stands Carved as Doves
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of early giltwood book stands carved as doves mounted upon orbs, from the late 17th or early 18th century. Nice large scale. Books are laid open across the backs of the doves' w...
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Early 18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Oak, Giltwood

Early Italian Carved Figure Of A Seated King
Located in Essex, MA
Figure seated on rock work wearing a crown.
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17th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Walnut

Carved and gilded wooden frame. Bologna (Italy) 17th century
Located in Fidenza, IT
Finely carved and gilded wooden frame. Bologna, 17th century. The frame, finely carved with scrolls and leaf motifs, features elegant movements that interpret the finest Bolognese Ba...
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17th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Giltwood

Beautiful Italian Bronze Sculpture of Gladiators Marble Base 19th Century VIDEO
Located in Madrid, ES
Beautiful Italian Bronze Sculpture of Gladiators on a Marble Base 19th Century Dimensions 25x20 cm very good condition
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19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Marble, Bronze

Pair of Limited Edition Porcelain Swan Tureens in Meissen Style
Located in Essex, MA
Pair of Limited Edition porcelain swan form tureens. Two of 500 edition made by Chelsea House to Commemorate the 18th century Meissen swan tureen at Winter...
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1980s German Vintage Baroque Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Vintage "Anatomy Of Man" Sculpture
By Pierre Puget
Located in San Carlos, CA
Wonderful little reproduction statue in plaster after Pierre Puget's sculpture "Anatomy of Man" depicting a muscled man in all his flayed glory. Or...
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1990s French Baroque Decorative Objects

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Plaster

Vintage 20th Century Italian Decorator Frame Mirror Baroque Style
Located in Chicago, IL
A nice vintage frame looks to be from the Mid-Century possibly earlier. Baroque in style. Possibly from Italy.
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20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood

Italian 18th Century Baroque Giltwood and Polychrome Cherub Statues
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A sensational and extremely decorative true pair of Italian 18th century Baroque giltwood, polychrome and faux painted marble cherub statues. Each impressive and large scale statue i...
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood, Giltwood

17th Century, The Martyrdom of the Four Crowned Saints by Giuliano Dinarelli
By Carlo Piacenza
Located in IT
17th century, The condemnation and martyrdom of the four crowned saints by Giuliano Dinarelli Mid-17th century, Italy, Bologna Oil on canvas, frame ...
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Mid-17th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Canvas

Terracotta Fountain Masqueron, 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
TERRACOTTA FOUNTAIN MASQUERON DECORATIVE TERRACOTTA OR SIMILAR MASCARON FROM THE BEGINNING OF THE 20TH CENTURY. MEASURES: 40X37 CM good condition.
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20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

18th Century, Italian Carved Giltwood Wing of a Baroque Angel
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful Baroque hand carved giltwood angel-wing. Rare and very decorative item placed on a wooden base, Italy, circa 1750. Weathered. Measurement is inclusive the wooden base. H:22...
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood

17th century marble spiral architectural fragment
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A 17th century architectural fragment probably part of a sculpted colomn or doorway. With a spiraling bread between two straight angels carved out meticulous and skilfully. As a obje...
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17th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Carrara Marble

18th Century Italian Altar Sticks
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
Set of wonderful four 18th Century individually hand carved Italian Silver Gilt Alar sticks. The Altar sticks were traditional gilded more heavily to the side facing the front of the...
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Silver Leaf

20th Century Italian "Saint" Sculpture in Carrara Marble Height: 53 cm
Located in Madrid, ES
20th Century Italian "Saint" Sculpture in Carrara Marble Height: 53 cm Perfect original condition
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20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Objects

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Carrara Marble

Mrs Devil 'Hall Figurine Attributed to Francesco Toso, 1875-1890
Located in Madrid, ES
This is a mephistophelic figure in solid wood carved of "Mrs. Devil" in the form of a hall support. Italy 1875-1890. Measure: Height 185 cm - Good condition, Mother of pearl eyes.
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood

Pair of Elegant Ormolu-Mounted Brèche Violette Marble Covered Urns
Located in New York, NY
Elegant pair of ormolu-mounted brèche violette marble covered urns. Each of baluster shape. The dome cover with foliate ribbon finial with cast mounts handles and berry swags above a...
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19th Century Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Marble, Ormolu

Box shaped enamel hand painted, engraved and miniature Sterling Silver Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Box shaped enamel is in 925/1000 sterling. Box shaped enamel has handpainted fired enamels miniature. Box shaped enamel is engraved and fire-enamelled ornaments. Box shaped enamel is...
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1970s Italian Vintage Baroque Decorative Objects

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Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Meissen Figure Cavalier At His Desk Writing A Love Letter, Kaendler, Circa 1860
Located in Vienna, AT
Excellent Meissen porcelain figure: Young gentleman in elaborate rococo clothing of the upper classes: noble white frock coat with golden hems, gold and flower embroidered vest and sleeve cuffs, large black bow on the wig hair, sitting at a magnificent desk with curved...
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1860s German Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

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

Antique Pair of Hand-Made French Reclining Lion Statues
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Truly one of a kind pair of old handmade reclining lions. These are unsigned and used a mixture of clay and fiberglass fibers. They show very heavy signs of loss over the years b...
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19th Century French Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Clay, Fiberglass

A Carved Polychrome Painted Figure of the Virgin and Christ, 18th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Carved and Polychrome-Painted Group of the Virgin and Christ, 18th Century The modelled standing in robes holding the Christ child, on a rockwork base with a seraphim mask to the ...
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18th Century French Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Hardwood

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

Materials

Wood

Italian Carved and Lacquered Picture Frame, Circa 1700
Located in CH
Italian Carved and Lacquered Picture Frame Emilia Romagna, Italy, circa 1700 An elegantly carved and lacquered Italian frame, likely originating from Modena around the year 1700. T...
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Wood

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

Large Italian cup in Red Marble garnished with an assortment of sea shells
Located in PARIS, FR
Large cup made of red marble from Vitrolles turned foot, garnished with shells. Composition of shells including a leopard cone (conus leopardus), a horned helmet (cassis cornuta), tw...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Marble

Early 18th Century Italian Carved and Dovetailed Walnut Alms Box
Located in San Francisco, CA
Early 18th century Italian carved and dovetailed walnut alms box, circa 1725 Large dovetails and old handwrought nails give this small scale box a hea...
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Early 18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Iron

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

17th Century Italian Candlestick with Fossil Agate Coral & Pearls on Lucite
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
17th century distressed Italian decorated church candlestick with fossil agate coral and natural forming baroque pearls on a lucite base. The 17th century Italian distressed candles...
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Mid-17th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Coral, Agate

1890 Terracotta Amphora Vase or Jar with handle with metal support
Located in Miami, FL
1890 Terracotta Amphora Vase or Jar with handle with metal support
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Late 19th Century Spanish Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Carved Walnut Dome-Top Box
Located in Troy, NY
Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Carved Walnut Dome-Top Box. Unusual carved box with a dome top cover and one-drawer. Nice dried out light color.
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Early 18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Walnut

Spanish School. Polychromed wall cherubs with candle-holders, Spain, 18th cent.
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Pair of Baroque polychromed wall cherubs, Spanish School, 18th century. Polychromed carved wooden wall sculptures (possibly walnut), representing two cherubs or naked torchero angels...
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18th Century Spanish Antique Baroque Decorative Objects

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Metal

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

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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