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Baroque Barware

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
Swedish Silver Tankard, CG Hallberg Stockholm 1950
Located in Skanninge, SE
Wonderful Swedish silver lidded tankard by C G Hallberg, Stockholm 1950. Made in the Scandinavian Baroque style. With four great shaped lions and two medallions depicting the Swedish king...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Baroque Barware

Materials

Silver

French Bronze Doré Photo Frame, 19th Century
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
French bronze doré photo frame, 19th century.
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19th Century French Antique Baroque Barware

Materials

Bronze

20th Century Italian Solid Silver Set of 6 Vodka Beakers
Located in VALENZA, IT
20th century Italian solid 800 silver set of 6 vodka beakers, copy of Russian vodka beakers made in Moscow at the end of 1600. The originals are in the...
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1980s Italian Vintage Baroque Barware

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Silver

6 Baroque Silver Plated Kiddush Cup Goblets & Caddy Judaica Barware Shot Glasses
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage silver plated kiddish cups and caddy. Features baroque design with scalloped footed form and fitted glasses for ease of use. Measures: 8" x 8" x 8", cups 3" x 2.5".
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Late 20th Century Baroque Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

18th Century Austrian-Hungarian Pewter Tankard Hinged Lion Lid
Located in Vero Beach, FL
18th century Austrian-Hungarian pewter tankard hinged lion lid. Fine antique Baroque pewter tankard with twist fluted sides and hinged lid topped with a li...
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18th Century Austrian Antique Baroque Barware

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Pewter

19th Century French Polychrome Terracotta Musketeer Beer Drinker Figurine
Located in Dallas, TX
Accessorize your wet bar or wine cellar with this antique musketeer terracotta figurine. Created in Northern France, circa 1890, the "Terre Cuite" figure depicts a joyful musketeer i...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Baroque Barware

Materials

Ceramic, Terracotta

Augsburg Martin Heuglin II Parcel-Gilt Silver Liquor or Brandy Taster circa 1670
By Martin Heuglin II
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique parcel-gilt sterling silver brandy tester was made by silversmith Martin Heuglin II of Augsburg Germany in 1670 in the Baroque style. This tester has a very simple bande...
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Mid-17th Century German Antique Baroque Barware

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Bohemian Carafe Carved Glass, Silver Neck and Tape
Located in Weiningen, CH
19th century Bohemian carafe carved glass, silver neck and tape.
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Early 20th Century Czech Baroque Barware

Materials

Silver

18th Century Glass Flasque with Silver Lid
Located in Copenhagen, K
Very beautiful glass bottle with silver lid and engraved flower motives.
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Mid-18th Century German Antique Baroque Barware

Materials

Art Glass

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Napier, Art Deco Set, One and Two Shots/Jigger, Cup Measures, Silver Plate
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19th Century French Polychrome Carved Horse Sculpture
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Christofle Silver Plate Bottle, Wine or Champagne Coaster or Holder Barware
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This classic Christofle silver plate wine, bottle, water or champagne coaster or holder is from the K&T collection. It is modernist with 6 beautiful ridged lines as the exterior. Thi...
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Vintage Ceramic Beer Stein Lidded with Pewter Lid by Gerz, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
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Benjamin Trees Silver Mint Julep Cup Beaker with Embossed Horse's Head
By Benjamin Trees
Located in Braintree, GB
Vintage sterling silver mint julep cup beaker with embossed horse's head decoration, monogram, and engravings on the base. Made in the U.S., Ca. 1950s Maker: Benjamin Trees Fully hallmarked. The base has an engraving '' When you have a drink please stop and think of us. Anne & Alex. 1965 '' Has an inscription, 1965 Dimensions - Size: Diameter x height: 7.9 x 9.5 cm Weight: 174 grams Born from the rationing of silver during World War II and the tradition of English silversmiths. The first prototypes were made during the Franklin Delano Roosevelt...
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Manchester Silver Co. Set of 4 Mint Julep Cups, Mid-20th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
Made in the mid-20th century, this set of four sterling silver mint julep cups are a timeless classic that would make any Kentucky Derby Party an event to remember. The rims and ba...
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Sterling Silver

Christofle Vintage Gallia Silver Plate Ice or Champagne Bucket Barware
Located in North Miami, FL
This timeless and elegant French Chistofle vintage ice or champagne bucket is Mid-Century Modern. It is hallmarked on the bottom with the Christofle France mark and Orfevre makers mark. it reads Coll Gallia from that particular collection. This is an early piece late 50s or early 60s. It has great gage of weight and the 4 step pedestal base makes for an Art Deco to transitional to modern look. This was the original production. The Gallia collection was produced as per Christofle in Saint Denis just north of Paris. Perfect for your entertaining needs and barware. It is 10.5." wide x 9.5" height x 7.5 inches diameter and weighs approx. 3 lbs. It is in great vintage condition. We polished it but not professionally. This is a true Classic Christofle ice...
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1950s French Vintage Baroque Barware

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Silver Plate

Small Antique Footed Pewter Imperial Tankard Measures
Located in Sheffield, MA
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1830s British Antique Baroque Barware

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Pewter

Dorothy Thorpe Style Mid-Century Silver Fade Barware Shot Glasses
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1960s Dorothy Thorpe style midcentury barware set of 6 shot glasses. Elegant exquisite vintage 1950s Designer Dorothy Thorpe pure silver overlay band barware glasses. This set Dorothy Thorpe midcentury cocktail glasses barware has the pure silver faded band around top edge of each piece. Set includes 6 shot glasses. 1960s Mid-Century Modern cocktail barware set. Silver fade. Measurements: Hot glasses height 3.5 inches, diameter 2.5 inches. The glasses looks like it was used very little and stored well. This vintage 1950s midcentury glassware or barware set will create a dramatic display for a back bar or table setting. These are from the 1950s and must be hand washed. They are not dishwasher safe.  Dorothy Thorpe glassware was a chic staple of every Mid-Century Modern wet bar...
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English Sterling Silver Wine Coaster 20th Century
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Christofle Vintage Silver-Plate Coasters or Wine Coasters Set of 10 Barware Albi
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Spanish Baroque Champagne or Wine Cooler Stand Ice Bucket / Drinks Stand
Located in Barcelona, ES
Terrific gilt iron tripod stand with brass ice bucket, Spain, 1940s This baroque style iron ice bucket serving stand is entirely made by hand. The handwrought iron stand has a leafe...
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Rare Fine Porcelain Antique Lobster Creamer
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Rare well done antique fine porcelain lobster creamer circa the 1940s. No chips or cracks.
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Baroque Brass Two-Tier Bar Cart
Located in New York, NY
Baroque style brass two-tier bar cart with a glass top and bottom. Cart has beautiful detail. Trolley.    
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Christofle Pair of Champagne Bucket in 18th Century Style
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Antique Wine Drinking Glass With Air Bubble, 18th Century
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German antique wine drinking glass with air bubble, 18th century.
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Antique Saint Louis Gilt Encrusted Decanter and Stopper for Your Bar
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Classic and elegant pattern from the Saint Louis crystal firm. This piece dates to just after the turn of the last century, circa 1910. Fine cut pedestal shape and rich gilding sur...
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1910s French Vintage Baroque Barware

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Large Vintage Black and Gold Florentine Wood Pepper Mill
Located in Oakland Park, FL
Vintage Florentine wood pepper mill. Round Italian wood and gold leaf pepper mill. Gold, black and light green accents, 1960s. Size: 13.5"H x 2.5"D
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1960s Italian Vintage Baroque Barware

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Gold Leaf

German Antique Wine Drinking Glass with Air Bubble, 18th Century
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
German antique wine drinking glass with air bubble, 18th century.
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Large Westerwald Stoneware Jug with Original Pewter Cover
Located in Downingtown, PA
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19th Century French Hand Painted Polychrome Terracotta Figurine Sculpture Box
Located in Dallas, TX
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19th Century Austrian Carved Walnut Flask with Coat of Arms and Pastoral Scene
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Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Baroque Barware

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Baroque barware for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Baroque barware 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 barware created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, silver and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Baroque barware made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Germany pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original barware, popular names associated with this style include AIREDELSUR, Argenterie di Milano, and CG Hallberg. 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 barware differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $235 and tops out at $2,300 while the average work can sell for $955.

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