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.
1930s Midcentury Baroque Large Italy Capodimonte Porcelain Pitcher
By Capodimonte
Located in Vigonza, Padua
A modern Italian Capodimonte porcelain jug from the midcentury, 1930s, with handle decorated in baroque forms. The pitcher features a col...
Ceramic
Antique 18th Century Italian Ceramic Apothecary Jar
Located in Bradenton, FL
Tall antique 18th century Italian ceramic apothecary jar. Colors of blue, yellow and green on off white background.
Ceramic, Pottery
Antique Adriaen Luffneu Delft Blue & White Tall Pierced & Cased Ginger Jars
By Delft
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...
Clay
18th Century Italian Blue & White Faience Albarelli Apothecary Jar Pair
Located in Forney, TX
A remarkable pair of two antique European tin-glazed earthenware apothecary jars. circa 1770 Originally used as medicinal pottery jars that held ointments and dry drugs at apothecar...
Earthenware, Faience, Majolica, Pottery
Antique 18th Century Albarello Italian Drug Jar
Located in Bradenton, FL
18th century Italian, blue and white Albarello, Baluster form jar with crown over double eagle design.
Pottery
18th Century Italian Yellow Maiolica Pottery Albarello Drug Jar
Located in Bradenton, FL
An impressive 18th century polychrome decorated drug jar or 'Albarello'. The Albarello is of a typical waisted shape, and is decorated profusely in polychrome. The body of the jar is...
Maiolica, Pottery
20th Century Handmade Two Handled Vase, Spain
Located in Miami, FL
20th century handmade two handled vase, Spain This impressive late 20th century terracotta water jar was found in Sevilla, Spain. In excellent condition and great character, featuring the Classic "wavy line" design of particularly Fine pottery...
Terracotta
Striking Continental Glazed Earthenware Blue and Yellow Painted Urn, Talavera
Located in Miami, FL
A striking Spanish glazed earthenware two-handled blue and yellow painted urn or vase with molded handle, the body underglaze blue & yellow decorated, 19th century.
Ceramic
Antique 18th Century Italian Ceramic Apothecary Jar
Located in Bradenton, FL
Tall vintage Italian ceramic apothecary jar. Has words 'Sulph Comu' on front. Floral and bow motif in colors of blue, yellow and green on off wh...
Ceramic, Pottery
19th Century Spanish Stoneware Terracotta Jug or Pot with Handle
Located in Miami, FL
19th century Spanish stoneware terracotta jug or pot with handle.
Terracotta
Abruzzi Maiolica Albarelli, circa 1700
Located in Basildon, GB
An Abruzzo maiolica 'albarelli' in good condition. White tin glaze, waisted cylindrical form decorated in blue, with a classical figure of a putto surrounded by trees and flowers. ...
Maiolica
Renaissance Jug Ewer from the 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Renaissance jug from the XIX century. Jug in patinated and gilded bronze with work in relief allegory to astronomy. Measures: 60 cm high Good condition.
Bronze
FRENCH FRUIT BOARD TABLE CENTER "Val St. Lambert" 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
FRENCH FRUIT BOARD TABLE CENTER "Val St. Lambert" 19th Century in molded crystal with silver mounts. Hallmark (Boar II), in use since (1887-1938). Crystal marked "Val St. Lambert". ...
Crystal
$440Sale Price|20% Off
H 3.75 in W 16.75 in D 16.75 in
Large Italian Capodimonte Porcelain Center Bowl, Cherubs Scene in Relief, 20thC
By Capodimonte
Located in Big Flats, NY
An oversized Italian Capodimonte center bowl offers cherub garden scenes in relief with gilt highlights throughout, 20th century Measures - 3.75''H X 16.75''W X 16.75''D. A finely cr...
Porcelain
Diskometal Pitcher Vase designed by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Beautiful Diskometal Pitcher Vase designed by Just Andersen in the 1930s. * Small metal pitcher / vase * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: D2185 (Stamped ‘Just D2185’) * Year: 1939 ...
Metal
Large Vintage Italian Capodimonte Porcelain Box
By Capodimonte
Located in Houston, TX
Large vintage Italian Capodimonte Porcelain box. Stunning large vintage Italian Capodimonte porcelain box. This lovely...
Porcelain
Capodimonte Pharaoh Tutankhamon in Porcelain
By Capodimonte
Located in Antwerp, BE
Great sculpture representing Pharaoh TutanKhamon in Capodimonte Italia porcelain decorated and designed by Mario Pegorami is one of the most important artists representing the ancien...
Porcelain, Wood
$1,400
H 8.75 in Dm 9.87 in
Harald Östergren, Vase / Pitcher Glazed Earthenware, Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s
By Harald Östergren, Upsala Ekeby
Located in High Point, NC
A beige and red, glazed earthenware vase designed by Harald Östergren and produced by Upsala-Ekeby, Sweden, c. 1930s.
Earthenware
$3,200 / set
H 17.25 in Dm 8.5 in
Pair Large Antique Blue and White Delft Jars, Fluted, Netherlands Circa 1880
By Delft
Located in Katonah, NY
This exquisite pair of large blue and white Delft jars was hand-painted in the Netherlands during the late 19th century, around 1880. The design features shaped panels, each depicti...
Delft
Mid-Century Dutch Faience Blue and White Painted Delft Ginger Jar with Lid
By Delft
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in Holland, circa 1950, the large faience potiche features hand painted medallions with Classic Dutch flower and foliage decor. The traditional blue and white jar is round in shape and has a cone lid embellished with dog figure at the top. The tall jar...
Ceramic, Faience
18th Century Apothecary Sign
Located in Napa, CA
18th Century Apothecary sign was created with wrought iron, fer forge. Beautiful details of the medical symbol of a winged staff with two snakes intertwined.
Wrought Iron
$3,850
H 8 in Dm 4.25 in
Four Pottery Vice Jars / Drug Canisters Imported by Raymor, Italy, 1950s, Rare
$986Sale Price|35% Off
H 12.6 in Dm 7.88 in
Bitossi Large Ceramic Vase by Aldo Londi, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Valencia, VC
Rare Bitossi for Ceramiche Paoli Large Vase – Mid-Century Neolithic-Inspired Design A striking example of Aldo Londi’s masterful work, this large ceramic vase embodies the timeless influence of Neolithic utility pottery, reinterpreted through Bitossi’s signature craftsmanship. Featuring the iconic sgraffito hand decor, inspired by Etruscan ceramics, this piece is part of the Sahara line, distinguished by its earthy, textured aesthetic. Unlike the standard Bitossi Sahara...
Ceramic, Clay, Earthenware, Majolica, Stoneware
Vintage Delft Blue and White Ginger Jar With Lid made in Holland
Located in Louisville, KY
This beautiful classic OUD Delft blue and white ginger jar with lid is a must have for so many room decors. Ornate Floral motif on body and lid wrap whimsically around the entire pie...
Ceramic
Chinoiserie Blue and White Porcelain Ginger Jar
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful large Chinoiserie blue and white porcelain covered ginger jar China, Late 20th Century Measures: 9ʺW × 9ʺD × 16ʺH. Very good vintage condition.
Porcelain
Swedish 17th Century Mortar with Pestle in cast iron with wonderful patina
Located in Knivsta, SE
Wonderful Swedish 17th Century Mortar with Pestle in cast iron with charming patina. Wear consistent with age and use
Iron
Glazed Earthenware Blue and White "Tabac de Tonka" Tobacco Jar
Located in Houston, TX
Glazed earthenware blue and white "Tabac de Tonka" tobacco jar, Belgium, circa 1770-1790. Decorated with smoking figures, lion mask handles, brass cover and inscriptions 'Tabac de To...
Brass
Glazed Earthenware Blue and White "Tabac de St. Omer" Tobacco Jar
Located in Houston, TX
Glazed earthenware blue and white "Tabac de St. Omer" tobacco jar, France, circa 1790-1809. Decorated with smoking figures, lion mask handles, brass cover and inscriptions 'Tabac de ...
Brass
Sold
H 20.5 in W 10 in D 8.5 in
Pair of Antique 19th C French Patinated Bronze Ewers Emblematic Water & Earth
Located in New York, NY
A Fabulous Pair of Antique 19th Century French Patinated Bronze Ewers Emblematic of Water & Earth. These are a popular and well-known model of ewers named "Sacred to Bacchus" as wel...
Bronze
17th Century Italian Faience Apothecary Jar
Located in Bradenton, FL
17th Century Italian Faience ceramic apothecary jar. Bright colors of yellow, green and dark blue on cream background. In writing is "VG To BASILICO". There is a label affixed to bot...
Ceramic, Pottery
18th Century, Dutch Delft Drug Jar Rose Smell
By AK Dutch Delftware
Located in Newark, England
Fine dutch delft 18th century drug jar. The jar of ovoid form with rolled top rim and tapered body down to the circular flat foot rim, decorated with opposing...
Ceramic
18th Century Italian Maiolica Albarello Drug Jar
Located in Bradenton, FL
An impressive 18th century polychrome decorated drug jar or 'Albarello'. The Albarello is of a typical waisted shape, and is decorated profusely in polychrom...
Ceramic
Pair Antique Italian Maiolica Pottery Albarelli Medicine Apothecary Jars 1650
Located in Portland, OR
A rare pair of antique Italian maiolica (majolica) berrettino albarelli or apothecary jars, from the city of Faenza Italy, Circa 1650. Each a...
Maiolica
17th Century Italian Majolica Albarello Apothecary Jar
Located in Vero Beach, FL
17th century Italian Majolica Albarello Apothecary jar Antique albarello from the 17th century Italy served both functional and decorative purpos...
Ceramic
18th Century Porcelain Jar with Lid by Saint Cloud, France, circa 1730
By Saint Cloud
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Extraordinary 18th century porcelain jar by Saint Cloud out of France. Artfully processed, circa 1730, this rare porcelain jar with hinged lid and firegilt elements was designed as a noble Potpourri...
Brass
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H 10.63 in Dm 7.49 in
Antique Water Jug or Pitcher, from the Ottoman Empire, Handmade in Heavy Copper
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Antique water jug or pitcher, from the Ottoman Empire, handmade in heavy copper, hammered, riveted and originally plated with a silver finish, now wo...
Copper
19th Ormolu Amphore, Agate , Spanish Baroque Amphore
Located in Valladolid, ES
Amazing 19th century golden bronze ( ormolu) and agate stone Spanish Baroque style Amphore. The golden bronze has rockeries, scrolls and a medallion of the god Bacchus on the back of...
Agate, Ormolu