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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
Silver Writing Set, with Hallmarks, Antonio J. Santa Cruz, Cordoba, Spain, 1773
Silver Writing Set, with Hallmarks, Antonio J. Santa Cruz, Cordoba, Spain, 1773

Silver Writing Set, with Hallmarks, Antonio J. Santa Cruz, Cordoba, Spain, 1773

By Antonio Jose de Santa Cruz

Located in Madrid, ES

Silver writing set. With hallmarks. Córdoba, Antonio José de Santa Cruz (Córdoba, 1733 -?) and Juan de Luque and Leiva, Spain, 1773. It shows some fault in some container and adds b...

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1770s Spanish Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Silver

Russian Silver and Glass Jardinière, Russia, 1895
Russian Silver and Glass Jardinière, Russia, 1895

Russian Silver and Glass Jardinière, Russia, 1895

Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires

Russian silver and glass jardinière, Russia, 1895.

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1890s Russian Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver

Antique Bronze Rococo Candlestick from Around, 1880
Antique Bronze Rococo Candlestick from Around, 1880

Antique Bronze Rococo Candlestick from Around, 1880

Located in Berlin, DE

Antique bronze rococo candlestick from around, 1880. Solidly worked candlestick with 4 candle holders. Heavily ornate and detailed work. Rococo aro...

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19th Century German Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Antique Clock Garniture with Sèvres Style Porcelain and Ormolu
Antique Clock Garniture with Sèvres Style Porcelain and Ormolu

Antique Clock Garniture with Sèvres Style Porcelain and Ormolu

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in London, GB

This fantastic porcelain clock garniture contains three vases, one of which has been mounted with a ormolu clock dial with jewels surrounding it. The vases are decorated in the style of the Sèvres Porcelain manufacturers, with cartouches to the front and back. The panels on the front depict ladies and putti in a landscape, while the reverse sides depict riverbanks. The vases are set on ormolu bases with canted angles, and feature twin ormolu handles which take the form of masks. The central vase is surmounted by an ormolu putti...

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19th Century French Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Ormolu

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

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

Gilt Bronze Mounted Porcelain Vase in the Manner of Sèvres
Gilt Bronze Mounted Porcelain Vase in the Manner of Sèvres

Gilt Bronze Mounted Porcelain Vase in the Manner of Sèvres

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in London, GB

Gilt bronze mounted porcelain vase in the manner of Sèvres, French, late 19th Century Measures: Height 123cm, width 53cm, depth 42cm This large porcelain vase demonstrates the b...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

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

Large Early 19th Century Minton Porcelain Centrepiece Vase
Large Early 19th Century Minton Porcelain Centrepiece Vase

Large Early 19th Century Minton Porcelain Centrepiece Vase

By Minton

Located in London, GB

Large early 19th century Minton porcelain centrepiece vase English, c. 1835 Height 65cm, width 22cm, depth 22cm Beautifully made by Minton in around 1835, the centrepiece depicts numerous motifs such as the elements, animals, and figurative art. Three finely gilt putti stand around the central tree trunk. All are beautifully detailed with aspects such as fabric texture or fruit detailing easily recognisable. Together they support a gadroon bowl decorated with a plethora of details. It is hand-painted with alternating bird and flower scenes separated by bands of gilt caillouté. The rim above is ornate...

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Early 19th Century English Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

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

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Silver Gilt 3-Branch Candelabra
Pair of Silver Gilt 3-Branch Candelabra

Pair of Silver Gilt 3-Branch Candelabra

Located in London, GB

Pair of silver gilt 3-branch candelabra Continental, 20th Century Height 27cm, width 28cm, depth 12cm These superb silver gilt candelabra were crafted in the 20th century and thei...

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20th Century European Rococo Decorative Objects

Materials

Vermeil, Silver

19th Century Rococo Style Mantel Clock
19th Century Rococo Style Mantel Clock

19th Century Rococo Style Mantel Clock

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A very good quality 19th Century French gilded ormolu Rococo influenced mantel clock, having wonderful scrolling foliate decoration, the clock face having enamel Roman numerals, an e...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

Materials

Ormolu

Original French Etagere 'Shelf' 18th Century
Original French Etagere 'Shelf' 18th Century

Original French Etagere 'Shelf' 18th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

French etagere ( shelf ) 18th century Original condition Measures: 19cm x 40cm.

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Mid-18th Century French Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

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

Materials

Porcelain

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

Materials

Bronze

Sèvres Style Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Jardinière and Vase Garniture Suite
Sèvres Style Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Jardinière and Vase Garniture Suite

Sèvres Style Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Jardinière and Vase Garniture Suite

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in London, GB

Sèvres style porcelain and gilt bronze jardinière and vase garniture suite French, late 19th century Measures: Vases: height 72cm, width 36cm, depth 22cm Urn: height 53cm, width 5...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

Materials

Ormolu

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

Materials

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

Materials

Porcelain

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

Materials

Porcelain

Two Antique Rococo Style Gilt Bronze Candelabra
Two Antique Rococo Style Gilt Bronze Candelabra

Two Antique Rococo Style Gilt Bronze Candelabra

Located in London, GB

These beautiful gilt bronze (ormolu) candelabra are designed in a Rococo style, after decorative arts of the Louis XV period (1715-1774). The candelabra display many characteristics ...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

Materials

Ormolu, 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

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

Louis XV Style Ormolu Candlesticks, Rococo Design, France, Circa 1860
Louis XV Style Ormolu Candlesticks, Rococo Design, France, Circa 1860

Louis XV Style Ormolu Candlesticks, Rococo Design, France, Circa 1860

By Jean-Louis-Ernest Meissonier

Located in Brighton, West Sussex

A Pair of Louis XV Style Candlesticks. Each baluster stem cast with C-scrolls and below a nozzle and drip-pan, on a spreading rocaille-cast and moulded circular base These charmi...

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19th Century French Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

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Ormolu

Meissen Figurines Cherubs with Swing Model G 32 by Acier Made circa 1920
Meissen Figurines Cherubs with Swing Model G 32 by Acier Made circa 1920

Meissen Figurines Cherubs with Swing Model G 32 by Acier Made circa 1920

By Michel Victor Acier 1

Located in Vienna, AT

Meissen gorgeous figurine group: Cherubs with Swing The details are stunningly sculptured = finest modelling! Design: Michel Victor Acier (1736-1799) / model G 32 created 1780 ...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Rococo Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Ormolu-Mounted Rococo Style Antique Marble Urn
Ormolu-Mounted Rococo Style Antique Marble Urn

Ormolu-Mounted Rococo Style Antique Marble Urn

Located in London, GB

This exuberantly designed lidded urn is carved in veined green marble. The body of the urn is of canted ovoid shape and mounted with twin acanthus leaf ormolu handles. The body of th...

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19th Century French Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Pair Gilt Rococo Urns French Gilt Tureens Louis Rocaille
Pair Gilt Rococo Urns French Gilt Tureens Louis Rocaille

Pair Gilt Rococo Urns French Gilt Tureens Louis Rocaille

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Pair French gilt rococo urns in the Louis XVI manner Very opulent pair, just crying out to be the centrepiece to any interiors scheme So intricately cast with the rocaille details Ve...

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1980s Vintage Rococo Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

18th Century Rococo Console Clock
18th Century Rococo Console Clock

18th Century Rococo Console Clock

Located in Ljungby, SE

A Rococo console clock with the movement crafted by Eric Lindgren Jr. (active 1754–1786, appointed Royal Clockmaker in 1776) in Stockholm. The case featu...

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18th Century Swedish Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Iron

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

Materials

Porcelain

Large Italian Statue of a Sleeping Nymph
Large Italian Statue of a Sleeping Nymph

Large Italian Statue of a Sleeping Nymph

Located in London, GB

A large Italian school carrara marble sculpture depicting a sleeping nymph. The finely carved sculpture is reminiscent of a depiction of Sleeping Ariadne, popularised by the Roman copy of the Hellenistic original, the former being housed at the Vatican. Reclining on rocks, the sleeping nymph is shown draped only below the waist, and her finely modelled form is exemplified by the delicacy of her fingers. Italian, early 19th century. Before restoration.

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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

Materials

Statuary Marble

Swedish Rococo Longcase Clock signed Petter Södermann Stockholm
Swedish Rococo Longcase Clock signed Petter Södermann Stockholm

Swedish Rococo Longcase Clock signed Petter Södermann Stockholm

Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE

Very decorative and fine rococo longcase clock by the renowned clockmaker Petter Södermann Stockholm (1740-1813). Finely carved case with scroll and shellwork gilded and painted in a...

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1770s Swedish Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

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

Materials

Faience

Rococo Style Molded Glass and Gilt-Metal Footed Bowl
Rococo Style Molded Glass and Gilt-Metal Footed Bowl

Rococo Style Molded Glass and Gilt-Metal Footed Bowl

Located in New York, NY

Ornate glass bowl centerpiece with with gilt metal base. The glass is intricately cut with a with a lattice design, with bases ornamented with curvin...

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19th Century French Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Candlesticks in Blue
Pair of Candlesticks in Blue

Pair of Candlesticks in Blue

Located in Lantau, HK

Candlestick, 19th century Paris French, Decorated in the “Rococo” style with “C” and “S” scrolls and painted with gilded floral design. Porcelain, hand painted, signed Measure: He...

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19th Century French Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

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

Materials

Agate, Silver

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

Materials

Silver

English 19th Century Gilt Bronze Collection of Decorative Urns
English 19th Century Gilt Bronze Collection of Decorative Urns

English 19th Century Gilt Bronze Collection of Decorative Urns

By Elkington & Co.

Located in London, GB

A gilt bronze garniture de fireplace by Elkington and Company Conceived in the Rococo manner, the gilt bronze being excellently cast and planished, the suite consisting of a central two handled baluster form vase, two similar and smaller, and a pair of ewers, marked to the underside with the makers mark, circa 1850 Elkington and Company, formed by the brothers George and Henry, was founded in the 1830s, after perfecting their newly patented method of electro plating in gold and silver, for which their first patent was granted in 1840. They exhibited at the European and British 19th century Great Exhibitions, and were given permission by Queen Victoria in 1868 to copy the collection of Royal Plate...

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19th Century English Antique Rococo Decorative Objects

Materials

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

Materials

Brass

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.