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Rococo Decorative Objects

ROCOCO STYLE

Rococo was an aesthetic movement in the fine and decorative arts in the 18th century that found its inspiration in nature and fostered an overall lightness and delicacy of form, construction and ornament in interior design. Rococo furniture, while greatly influenced by trends in Italy and Germany, is often called Louis XV style — the movement having reached its best expression during that sybaritic French king’s reign.

The term “rococo” is thought to be a portmanteau of the French words rocaille and coquilles — “rock” and “shells” — organic motifs frequently used in architecture and design of the style.

When it comes to authentic Rococo furniture's characteristics, it is above all sensuous and social. The furniture of earlier eras in Europe had been heavy in every sense; the Rococo period saw the appearance of light-framed upholstered armchairs, side chairs and occasional tables that could easily be moved to form conversational circles.

The signal detail of Rococo furniture design is the gently curved cabriole, or S-shaped chair-, table-, and cabinet-leg. It imitates the bend of a tree limb or a flower stem. In a further reference to nature, furnishings were often asymmetrical and painted white, or in soft, pastel shades. Rococo has become a timeless style, and as the furniture pieces presented on 1stDibs demonstrate, its playful, sculptural forms can provide visual excitement to contemporary, clean-lined spaces.

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Style: Rococo
Italian Rococo Style Gilt Metal and Cut Glass Candle Holder, a Pair
Italian Rococo Style Gilt Metal and Cut Glass Candle Holder, a Pair

Italian Rococo Style Gilt Metal and Cut Glass Candle Holder, a Pair

Located in Plainview, NY

A pair of Italian Rococo style tall candle holders. The Rococo candle holders are hand carved of gilt metal in an antique finish and finely decorated with handout glass apron the column. Each is resting on paw feet. One candle holder...

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Late 20th Century Italian Rococo Decorative Objects

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Metal

Rococo Style Sevres Style Porcelain and Ormolu Carriage Clock
Rococo Style Sevres Style Porcelain and Ormolu Carriage Clock

Rococo Style Sevres Style Porcelain and Ormolu Carriage Clock

Located in London, GB

Rococo Style Sevres Style Porcelain and Ormolu Carriage Clock French, late 19th Century Dimensions: Height 18cm, width 10cm, depth 8.5cm The carriage clock is of rectangular form an...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Ormolu, Bronze

Antique Porcelain Mounted Gilt Metal Clock Set
Antique Porcelain Mounted Gilt Metal Clock Set

Antique Porcelain Mounted Gilt Metal Clock Set

Located in London, GB

This wonderful clock set displays many of the characteristics of the 18th century Rococo style. These include gracefulness, asymmetry, and the use of curved forms. The set, which includes a mantel clock and pair of vases, is crafted from gilt metal and is mounted with decorative porcelain plaques. The mantel clock features a gilt metal rectangular case with a break arch top. This is crowned by an urn, featuring a gilt metal stem and a pinky-red floral porcelain body, which is covered by a gilt metal lid and finial. The case is also topped by a gilt metal wreath...

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19th Century French Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Ormolu, Bronze

Albert Carrier-Belleuse "Allegory" from the 19th century
Albert Carrier-Belleuse "Allegory" from the 19th century

Albert Carrier-Belleuse "Allegory" from the 19th century

By Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse

Located in Madrid, ES

Albert Carrier-Belleuse (1824-1887) "Allegory". French sculpture from the 19th century In rotating gilt bronze. Stands on a marble base. Signed. Alt.: (sculpture) 50.; Height: (t...

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19th Century French Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Ornamental Mirror Frame, Giltwood, 18th Century
Ornamental Mirror Frame, Giltwood, 18th Century

Ornamental Mirror Frame, Giltwood, 18th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

It requires restoration. Rectangular cornucopia with carved and gilded wooden frame decorated with a series of smooth moldings and with a very elaborate finish on the upper part (ar...

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18th Century European Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Metal

Musicians of Jacob Petit Scenes from Parisian Life, 19th Century
Musicians of Jacob Petit Scenes from Parisian Life, 19th Century

Musicians of Jacob Petit Scenes from Parisian Life, 19th Century

By Jacob Petit

Located in Paris, FR

This is an exquisite and happy subject, the hand-painted porcelain realized by the master is signed with his well-known blue initials "J.P." as his monogram mark. From 1834, Jacob Pe...

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1840s French Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

19th Century Meissen Porcelain & Gilt Bronze Clock by Japy Frères Grand Med
19th Century Meissen Porcelain & Gilt Bronze Clock by Japy Frères Grand Med

19th Century Meissen Porcelain & Gilt Bronze Clock by Japy Frères Grand Med

By Japy Frères

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Classical Meissen porcelain and gilt bronze clock by Japy Frères Grand Med D'Honneur. Made in France, 19th Century. *Each porcelain has its correspondent stamp / signed. Dimensions:...

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19th Century French Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Ornamental Top, Polychromed and Giltwood, 18th Century
Ornamental Top, Polychromed and Giltwood, 18th Century

Ornamental Top, Polychromed and Giltwood, 18th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Top in carved, polychrome and gilded wood, 18th century. Painted finish imitating marble decorated with scrolls and vegetal motifs carved and gilded on its front surface. He would be...

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18th Century Spanish Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Other

Gilt Bronze Figurine Young Lady with Love Letter at Fountain 19th century
Gilt Bronze Figurine Young Lady with Love Letter at Fountain 19th century

Gilt Bronze Figurine Young Lady with Love Letter at Fountain 19th century

Located in Sweden, SE

Step back in time with this stunning hand-chased cast bronze figurine, reminiscent of the beautiful Rococo era. Sculpture depicting a beautiful young lady in a garden by a fountain, ...

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Late 19th Century Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Gold Plate, Bronze

Pair of Gilt-Bronze Mounted Sèvres Porcelain Lamp Bases by Picard
Pair of Gilt-Bronze Mounted Sèvres Porcelain Lamp Bases by Picard

Pair of Gilt-Bronze Mounted Sèvres Porcelain Lamp Bases by Picard

By Henri Picard

Located in London, GB

Pair of gilt-bronze mounted Sèvres porcelain lamp bases by Picard French, Late 19th Century Height 52cm, width 21cm, depth 16cm These superb pieces are a pair of Sèvres style po...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Ormolu

Fine French Late 19th Century Gilded Ormolu Rococo Style Inkwell by Millet
Fine French Late 19th Century Gilded Ormolu Rococo Style Inkwell by Millet

Fine French Late 19th Century Gilded Ormolu Rococo Style Inkwell by Millet

By Aimé Millet

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A fine quality late 19th century gilded ormolu inkwell Rococo influenced inkwell, having scrolling foliate decoration to the whole, two lidded inkwells, signed; Millet, Paris Mais...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Ormolu

TABLE CLOCK "ARAB WARRIOR" 19th Century ex Christie's
TABLE CLOCK "ARAB WARRIOR" 19th Century ex Christie's

TABLE CLOCK "ARAB WARRIOR" 19th Century ex Christie's

Located in Madrid, ES

TABLE CLOCK "ARAB WARRIOR" 19th Century ex Christie's In French porcelain, relief decoration, polychrome and gold, white enamel dial with black Roman numerals, relief and gold metal bezel, autonomy of eight days, rings the hour and half hour bell. Marked. Dim.: 35 x 17 x 10 cm FRENCH PORCELAIN MANTEL...

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19th Century French Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Meissen Potpourri Vase Wine Grapes Monkey Model 1002 by Eberlein Made circa 1860
Meissen Potpourri Vase Wine Grapes Monkey Model 1002 by Eberlein Made circa 1860

Meissen Potpourri Vase Wine Grapes Monkey Model 1002 by Eberlein Made circa 1860

By Johann Friedrich Eberlein

Located in Vienna, AT

Meissen nice Potpourri vase: Monkey eating wine grapes / lady with boy The details are stunningly scupltured = finest modelling! Design: Johann Friedrich Eberlein (1696-1749) / Model 1002 Created 1748. Since 1735 second chief modeller of Meissen manufactory, Eberlein was one of the best contributors Johann J. Kaendler had. Made circa 1860 Hallmarked: Meissen Blue Sword Mark (glazed bottom) model number 1002 / painter's number 9 / former's number 70 First quality Specification: Excellently modelled bellied vase: The vase's base is of square form type, having four feet shaped as volutes / the vase is painted at front side - it is a picture in Watteau style, depicting a gallant couple situated in garden landscape. Additionally, sculptured decorations are attached to vase's wall - these are vine tendrils with grapes. Very special feature: A sculptured monkey's figurine eating grapes. - Further there is a lady visible - accompanied by little boy with basket...

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1860s German Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Unusual 19th Century Meissen Figure of a Camel after a Model by J. J. Kandler
Unusual 19th Century Meissen Figure of a Camel after a Model by J. J. Kandler

Unusual 19th Century Meissen Figure of a Camel after a Model by J. J. Kandler

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in New York, NY

A unusual 19th century Meissen figure of a camel with blue under-glaze double crossed swords mark, after J.J. Kandler. Naturalistically modeled above a rocky outcrop on a scroll-mol...

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1850s German Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

French Clock with a Love Scene
French Clock with a Love Scene

French Clock with a Love Scene

Located in Lantau, HK

A French late 19th century gilt-bronze (ormolu) mantel clock in the Rococo style. This trapeze-shaped clock is supported by four scroll feet, the lower part of the piece is symmetric...

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19th Century French Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Ormolu

Pair of Italian Venetrian Porcelain Clown Busts
Pair of Italian Venetrian Porcelain Clown Busts

Pair of Italian Venetrian Porcelain Clown Busts

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of Italian Venetian style (20th Cent) porcelain busts of clowns wearing a black mask resting on a low pedestal.   

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20th Century Rococo Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Sèvres Style Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock
Sèvres Style Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

Sèvres Style Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in London, GB

This beautiful mantel clock has been designed in an 18th century Rococo style, which was popularised by the Sèvres Porcelain Manufactory. The clock has been expertly cast in bronze a...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Ormolu, Bronze

A Polish Brass Hannukah Lamp Circa, late 19th Century
A Polish Brass Hannukah Lamp Circa, late 19th Century

A Polish Brass Hannukah Lamp Circa, late 19th Century

Located in New York, NY

Hanukkah Lamp is interestingly made with many different classical shapes and parts. At top, a pierced fleur de-lis surmounted on scrolling rails is mounted atop a similarly pierced...

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Late 19th Century Polish Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Brass

Pair of Rococo Style Gilt Porcelain Bottles Probably by Jacob Petit
Pair of Rococo Style Gilt Porcelain Bottles Probably by Jacob Petit

Pair of Rococo Style Gilt Porcelain Bottles Probably by Jacob Petit

By Jacob Petit

Located in London, GB

Pair of Rococo style gilt porcelain bottles probably by Jacob Petit French, 19th century Measures: Height 22.5cm, width 9cm, depth 6cm This pair of bottles, attributed to Jacob ...

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19th Century French Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Capo di Monte Decorative Box, Porcelain, Rococo Style, Italy, 1840
Capo di Monte Decorative Box, Porcelain, Rococo Style, Italy, 1840

Capo di Monte Decorative Box, Porcelain, Rococo Style, Italy, 1840

Located in Montreal, QC

This box is an unusually large and decorative example of the work of this factory. It is the largest and best quality box of this type that we have ever offered. Both highly ornament...

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1840s Italian Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

French Gilded Vintage Two Arm Sconce
French Gilded Vintage Two Arm Sconce

French Gilded Vintage Two Arm Sconce

Located in Los Angeles, CA

French Gilded Vintage Two Arm Sconce Sold individually 9"H x 9"W x 5"D

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1940s French Vintage Rococo Decorative Objects

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Metal

A 19th Century Polish Brass Hanukkah Lamp
A 19th Century Polish Brass Hanukkah Lamp

A 19th Century Polish Brass Hanukkah Lamp

Located in New York, NY

A 19th Century Polish Brass Hanukkah Lamp made in a Rococo period and style. The openwork backplate presents flowing floral and vine wreaths twisting upward which frame the back of ...

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19th Century Polish Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Brass

Circa 1717–1780, Hand-carved Wood and Polychrome Saints Cosmas and Damian
Circa 1717–1780, Hand-carved Wood and Polychrome Saints Cosmas and Damian

Circa 1717–1780, Hand-carved Wood and Polychrome Saints Cosmas and Damian

Located in North Miami, FL

Behold a captivating pair of 18th-century hand-carved wooden treasures, dating from the remarkable span of 1717 to 1780. These exquisite pieces stand as a testament to the artistic mastery of their era, adorned with original polychrome and resplendent gold gilding that portrays the venerated Saints Cosmas and Damian...

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18th Century Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Velvet, Wood

Christimas cherubs in Nymphenburg porcelain hand crafted and hand painted
Christimas cherubs in Nymphenburg porcelain hand crafted and hand painted

Christimas cherubs in Nymphenburg porcelain hand crafted and hand painted

By Nymphenburg Porcelain

Located in München, Bavaria

Nymphenburg is the porcelain manufactory of the Bavarian royal family. These cherubs are hand crafted and hand painted in Nymphenburg by artisians with execellent expertise. They are...

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2010s German Rococo Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Enamel and Crystal Six Part Jardinière, France, Late 19th Century
Enamel and Crystal Six Part Jardinière, France, Late 19th Century

Enamel and Crystal Six Part Jardinière, France, Late 19th Century

Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires

Enamel and crystal six part jardinière, France, late 19th century.

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Late 19th Century French Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Crystal, Enamel

Antique Capo di Monte Porcelain Box, Rococo Style, Germany, 1900
Antique Capo di Monte Porcelain Box, Rococo Style, Germany, 1900

Antique Capo di Monte Porcelain Box, Rococo Style, Germany, 1900

Located in Montreal, QC

This box is an unusually large and decorative example of the work of this factory. Both highly ornamental and functional, it is ideal for dressing table or more formal settings. The ...

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Early 20th Century German Rococo Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Peacock Candle Holder by Jacob Petit
Peacock Candle Holder by Jacob Petit

Peacock Candle Holder by Jacob Petit

By Jacob Petit

Located in New Orleans, LA

This candle holder by renowned porcelain manufacturer Jacob Petit is extravagantly designed in the form of a majestic peacock. Petit owned one of the most important and well-known po...

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19th Century French Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Pair of Antique 19th Century French Gilt Bronze and Crystal Candelabra
Pair of Antique 19th Century French Gilt Bronze and Crystal Candelabra

Pair of Antique 19th Century French Gilt Bronze and Crystal Candelabra

Located in London, GB

This pair of antique French candelabra are in the Rococo style, and are masterfully cast in gilt bronze and hung with crystal droplets. Each candelabrum holds scrolling branches for ...

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19th Century French Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Crystal, Ormolu

George IV Silver Gilt and Agate Candlesticks by Edward Farrell
George IV Silver Gilt and Agate Candlesticks by Edward Farrell

George IV Silver Gilt and Agate Candlesticks by Edward Farrell

By Edward Farrell

Located in New Orleans, LA

This incredibly rare pair of antique candlesticks, comprised of beautifully polished agate stone mounted in gilded silver, was crafted by Edward Farrell, one of the finest craftsmen working in the Rococo Revival style. Opulent yet well-balanced, with wide octagonal bases, scallop bobeches and an intricate floral motif, these intriguing lights were most certainly made for an affluent member of society. Farrell, who worked with Paul Storr, excelled at creating highly figurative, elaborate pieces, and was known as a specialist in historical plate. He also supplied Frederick, the Duke of...

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19th Century British Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Agate, Silver

Mme Pompadour french alabaster bust circa 1850
Mme Pompadour french alabaster bust circa 1850

Mme Pompadour french alabaster bust circa 1850

Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ

Incredible bust in alabaster representing Mme Pompadour circa 1850

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1850s French Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Alabaster

19th Century Austrian Jewel Encrusted Silver Gilt Clock
19th Century Austrian Jewel Encrusted Silver Gilt Clock

19th Century Austrian Jewel Encrusted Silver Gilt Clock

Located in London, GB

This jewel-encrusted, silver-gilt antique table clock is an exquisite piece of Viennese craftsmanship. It comprises of a scalloped base, which is raised up on four C-scroll feet, and...

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Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Silver

Christimas cherubs in Nymphenburg porcelain hand crafted and hand painted
Christimas cherubs in Nymphenburg porcelain hand crafted and hand painted

Christimas cherubs in Nymphenburg porcelain hand crafted and hand painted

By Nymphenburg Porcelain

Located in München, Bavaria

Nymphenburg is the porcelain manufactory of the Bavarian royal family. These cherubs are hand crafted and hand painted in Nymphenburg by artisians with execellent expertise. They are...

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2010s German Rococo Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Nymphenburg Porcelain handcrafted and hand painted cherub on a pedestal
Nymphenburg Porcelain handcrafted and hand painted cherub on a pedestal

Nymphenburg Porcelain handcrafted and hand painted cherub on a pedestal

By Nymphenburg Porcelain

Located in München, Bavaria

This allegorical cherub Luna holding the cycle moon is handcrafted in Nymphenburg porcelain. The figure stands on a pedestal adorned with the Bavarian crest and floral bouquets. The ...

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2010s German Rococo Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Rare 18th Century German Faience Rococo Encrier Inkstand Stockelsdorf
Rare 18th Century German Faience Rococo Encrier Inkstand Stockelsdorf

Rare 18th Century German Faience Rococo Encrier Inkstand Stockelsdorf

Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE

The form of this rare encrier is based on the model of the known faience master Johann Georg Buchwald, who produced it first in the manufacture of Marieberg, later also in Eckernförd...

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Late 18th Century German Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Faience

Pair of Italian Rococo Style Silver Candelabra

Pair of Italian Rococo Style Silver Candelabra

Located in New York, NY

Elegant pair of Italian Rococo style candelabra in silver with scrolling arms and floral candle pots. Measures: H 7 in.; W 12 in.  

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20th Century Italian Rococo Decorative Objects

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Silver

A 19th Century Polish Brass Hanukkah Lamp
A 19th Century Polish Brass Hanukkah Lamp

A 19th Century Polish Brass Hanukkah Lamp

Located in New York, NY

A Decorative 19th Century Polish Brass Hanukkah Lamp fashioned in an ornate rococo style. This Hanukkah lamp is cast into the shape of a chaise lounge chair complete with four stron...

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19th Century Polish Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Brass

Pair of Rococo Style Candelabra
Pair of Rococo Style Candelabra

Pair of Rococo Style Candelabra

Located in Stamford, CT

A pair of French Rococo style candelabra after Claudion. Bronze set upon rouge marble base.

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19th Century French Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Two French Rococo Style Gilt Bronze Six-Light Sconces
Two French Rococo Style Gilt Bronze Six-Light Sconces

Two French Rococo Style Gilt Bronze Six-Light Sconces

Located in London, GB

This pair of gilt bronze sconces (or wall lights) have been styled in the Rococo manner, being composed of beautiful, scrolling forms inspired by nature. The six arms of each sco...

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19th Century French Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Ormolu, Bronze

Rococo decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Rococo decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, 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 and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, porcelain and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rococo decorative objects made in a specific country, there are Europe, Germany, 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 Interi, Meissen Porcelain, Johann Joachim Kändler, and Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres. 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 $490 and tops out at $191,718 while the average work can sell for $7,008.