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Rococo Barware

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
Richard Ginori Italian Rococo Blue White Porcelain Coffee Espresso Cup
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Italian blue and white porcelain coffee espresso cup, in the Rococo style, by designer, Richard Ginori, circa early to mid-20th century, Italy. This demitasse cup is whit...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Rococo Barware

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Ice Bucket in Cut Crystal with gilded metal Shells in Rococo Style
Located in Roma, IT
A sparkling ice bucket, still equipped with its specific perforated spoon for ice, certainly made in Europe, between the 60s and 70s. Although it is a mid-twentieth century ice bucke...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Rococo Barware

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Crystal, Metal

Baccarat Cave à Liqueur with Sèvres Porcelain
Located in New Orleans, LA
Notable for its incredible marquetry case and beautifully embellished Baccarat crystal, this handsome 19th-century cave à liqueur consists of three decanters and 16 cordial glasses. ...
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19th Century French Antique Rococo Barware

Materials

Crystal, Ormolu

Antique French Rococo Silver Plated Ribbed Glass Liqueur Decanter Bottle
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Rococo Silver Plated Threaded Ribbed Glass Liqueur Decanter Bottle. Circa Late 19th Century. Measurements: 12" H x 7.5" W x 3.5" D.
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Rococo Barware

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Silver Plate

German Silver and Cut-Glass Massive Claret Jug, circa 1890
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th century German solid silver and cut glass extremely decorative wine claret jug, of massive size, cut-glass body mounted with a silver collar profusely chased in the Roco...
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Late 19th Century German Antique Rococo Barware

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Silver

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Squared ice bucket in tortoiseshell-effect Lucite with transparent cover made in Italy in the 1970s.
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Elegant Baccarat Crystal Decanter with Stopper
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French Napoleon III Period Ebonized Crystal Cave a Liqueur Service Set
Located in Forney, TX
A charming period Napoleon III Second Empire (1852-1870) brass accented ebonized wood and crystal French cave à liqueur. France, mid-19th century, an object of practical use as well as beauty, add a touch of sophisticated elegance and refinement to your next dinner party with this scarce antique cave à liqueur (petite liquour caddy), featuring an ebonized wooden box-form case inlaid with brass string banding, the locking case opens by turning the original key to release the latch lock mechanism then gently lifting the hinged top and front panel, revealing a richly figured mahogany fitted interior, housing a lovely assembled etched crystal liqueur service, including a pair of hand blown crystal decanters decorated in elegant flowing fiolate vine etchings with matching stoppers, accompanied by eight stemmed cordial drinking glasses with geometric etching patern; the folding panels can stay in the up/open position when in use or for display, or press the hinge mechanism to close the panels, then you can lock it and remove the key to secure the contents, the case is finished on all sides so it can be placed anywhere in the room, all raised on short turned feet. circa 1860 Dimensions: (approx) Closed: 10" High, 8.25" Wide, 7 7/8" Deep; Open: 15.25" High, 8.25" Wide, 10" Deep; 5.5lbs Total **Additional photos available upon request** CONDITION REPORT: Good antique condition with nicely aged warm worn patina and desirable unrestored original finish. Wear consistent with 160 years of age, use, handling and exposure, including retaining antique character marks and charm throughout, worn distressed original ebony finish, with scattered nicks, scuffs, scratches, rough spots and very minor chippy paint losses. The imperfections not noticeable in most lighting or at most angles, however we went way out of our way to make sure to capture the flaws in the photos to try and be as transparent and upfront as possible. Please be sure to inspect all the photos. Overall a wonderful assembled set, sturdy, stable, structurally sound, all crystal intact with typical wear but no cracks or damage. Overall a wonderful example, with nothing that detracts from the aesthetics or functionality but only adds to the sophisticated elegance, warmth, antique character, classic refinement, and rich historical depth that can only be acquired over very long periods of time! Keywords: cave a liqueur serving set tantalus bar...
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Richard Ginori Italy Mantua "Italian Scene" Demitasse Cup and Saucer Set
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Midcentury Porcelain Navy Blue Tea Coffee Service Jug and Cups, Poland, 1960
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Lovely Mid-Century Modern porcelain painted marble coffee set. Service for 6 people produced by Zaklady Porcelany in Wloclawek in the 1960s. The service consists of a jug, sugar b...
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Antique French Rococo Silver-Plated Corkscrew with Autopuller, circa 1880-1890
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Set of 10 Hand Blown Crystal Tumblers with Copper Wheel Cutting Attrib. Lobmeyr
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Rococo barware for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Rococo barware for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. 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.

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