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Baroque Ceramics

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
Period: 19th Century
4 ( Four ) Neapolitan MAJOLICA TILE from the 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
4 ( Four ) Neapolitan MAJOLICA TILE from the 19th Century 4 Tiles with white aluminum oxide background with manganese geometric designs. AVAILABILITY OF 230 TILES HEIGHT 40 cm WID...
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19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Ceramics

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Ceramic

19th century Portuguese Tiles Panel "Autumn"
Located in Madrid, ES
19th century Portuguese Tiles Panel "Autumn" 0.42 x 0.70m 15 tiles good conditions
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19th Century Portuguese Antique Baroque Ceramics

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Ceramic

19th century Portuguese Tiles Panel "Summer"
Located in Madrid, ES
19th century Portuguese Tiles Panel "Summer" 0.42 x 0.70m 15 tiles good conditions
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19th Century Portuguese Antique Baroque Ceramics

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Ceramic

19th century Portuguese Tiles Panel "Sprintime"
Located in Madrid, ES
19th century Portuguese Tiles Panel "Springtime" 0.42 x 0.70m 15 tiles good conditions
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19th Century Portuguese Antique Baroque Ceramics

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Ceramic

19th century Portuguese Tiles Panel "Winter"
Located in Madrid, ES
19th century Portuguese Tiles Panel "Winter" 0.42 x 0.70m 15 tiles good conditions
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19th Century Portuguese Antique Baroque Ceramics

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Ceramic

Set of 4, Antique Meissen Blue Onion Pattern Knife Rests Circa 19th century
Located in Atlanta, GA
Meissen (German, founded 1710), circa late 19th century. A set of 4 antique Meissen blue onion pattern knife rests. Each marked appropriately.
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19th Century German Antique Baroque Ceramics

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Porcelain

Ancient Malta Cross Marble Various Colors 19th Century Carrara Marble
Located in Madrid, ES
Ancient malta cross marble various colors 19th Century Carrara marble. Measures: height 30cm width 30cm Weight 8Kg Very good condition The price is for which one The price of...
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19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Ceramics

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Terracotta

Tile with Pisana Cross Terracotta and Carrara Marble 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Tile with Pisana cross terracotta and Carrara marble 19th century Original terracotta square 25 x 25 cm with white marble inlay. Height 27cm Widt...
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19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Ceramics

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Terracotta

19th Century German Faience Beer Stein With Handle and Lid
Located in Bradenton, FL
Charming cylindrical German lidded faience beer stein with handle. Stein is white glazed faience pottery, with a colorful scene of a running horse in a beautiful pasture. The lid is ...
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19th Century German Antique Baroque Ceramics

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Ceramic, Pottery

Antique Bricks Opus Spicatum/ Spigatum Light Two Cuts Slats of Cotto 19th C.
Located in Madrid, ES
Antique bricks opus spicatum / spigatum light two cuts slats of cotto 19th century. Opus Spigatum / Spicatum. Made with original light terracotta bri...
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19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Ceramics

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Terracotta

Faience Polychrome Decorated Beer Stein With Pewter Lid and Handle
Located in Bradenton, FL
German Faience pitcher/jug with hinged pewter lid and handle. Hand painted floral design, along with stag and dog, on white background. Top of lid is monogrammed. Has minor wear from...
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19th Century German Antique Baroque Ceramics

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Ceramic, Faience

Antique Tuscan Picture Inlaid with White Carrara Marble, 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Antique Tuscan Picture Inlaid with White Carrara Marble, 19th century. Italy Ancient Tuscan terracotta bricks, inlaid by us with 19th century white Carrara marble. Various dim...
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19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Ceramics

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Terracotta

Antique Tuscan Picture Inlaid with White Carrara Marble, 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Antique Tuscan picture inlaid with white Carrara marble 19th century Italy Ancient Tuscan terracotta bricks, inlaid by us with 19th century white Carrara marble. Various dimensi...
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19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Ceramics

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Terracotta

Antique Tuscan Picture Inlaid with White Carrara Marble, 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Antique Tuscan picture inlaid with white Carrara marble 19th Century. Italy Ancient Tuscan terracotta bricks, inlaid by us with 19th Century white Carrara marble. Various dime...
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19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Ceramics

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Terracotta

Ancient Sicilian Majolicato Panel "Magnagrecia" End 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Ancient Sicilian Majolicato panel "Magnagrecia" end 19th century. Panel consisting of 15 x 15 cm tiles - 49 tiles. Classic-inspired panel: MAGNA-GREECE THICKNESS 1.2 cm WEIGH...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Ceramics

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Maiolica

Sicilian Majolica Panel End 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
SICILIAN MAJOLICA PANEL end 19th Century Panel made up of 20 tiles of approx.20x20 cm. Classic-inspired panel: "Wild boar hunting in Magna Graecia". ...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Ceramics

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Maiolica

Sicilian Majolica Panel End 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
SICILIAN MAJOLICA PANEL end 19th Century Panel made with 36 tiles measuring 17x17 cm. Panel of classic Sicilian Baroque inspiration. HEIGHT 102...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Ceramics

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Maiolica

Panel of Majolica Tiles with Goat and Putti End 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
PANEL OF MAJOLICA TILES WITH GOAT AND PUTTI end 19th Century Panel of 36 hand-painted 15x15 cm tiles with cherubs riding a goat. Typical rural scene, the theme of children playing...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Ceramics

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Maiolica

SICILIAN MAJOLICA RING end 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
SICILIAN MAJOLICA RING end 19th Century Panel made with 30 tiles of approximately 17x17 cm. Classic "baroque" inspired panel. HEIGHT 102 cm WIDTH 85...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Ceramics

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Maiolica

Fischer Vilmos Floral Decorated Porcelain Eggcup, circa 1890
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A rare and finely made antique Hungarian porcelain eggcup hand decorated with a raised carnation like flower set against a white ground within a very busy and detailed floral surround on a swirl pattern base with gilded highlights. This finely made eggcup has a further swirl pattern in gilding on a chocolate ground applied around the inside edge and is signed Fischer Vilmos...
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1890s Hungarian Antique Baroque Ceramics

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Porcelain

Three Meissen Porcelain Plates Showing Old Master Paintings
Located in London, GB
Three Meissen porcelain plates showing Old Master paintings German, c. 1880 Height 3.5cm, diameter 24cm Created by the renowned German porcelain ...
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Late 19th Century German Antique Baroque Ceramics

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Porcelain

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Baroque ceramics for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Baroque ceramics for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage ceramics created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, earthenware and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Baroque ceramics made in a specific country, there are Europe, Netherlands, and Portugal pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original ceramics, popular names associated with this style include Delft, Europa Antiques, Dutch Originals, and Mosche Bianche. 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 ceramics differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $140 and tops out at $94,652 while the average work can sell for $2,683.

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