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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France Set 6 Clear Crystal Glasses
Located in Brescia, IT
The dimensions of this elegant model glass are bigger than usual and for this reason it becomes an eye catching on your table. The baroque shape is a timeless style for every occasio...
Crystal
Vase, Crystal, Baroque Style, Red Tall Crystal Vase, Produced in Czech Republic
By Artel
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful hand engraved contemporary vase. The pattern is Baroque style. Made of crystal.
Blown Glass
Imperial FABERGE Crystal Vodka NAZDROVIA shot glasses
By Fabergé
Located in Milano, IT
This refined set of four miniature crystal glasses belongs to the celebrated Imperial collection by The House of Fabergé and dates to the circa 1990s. Conceived as collectible luxury...
Crystal
Set of four Fabergé liqueur glasses the Imperial Collection, original velvet
By Fabergé
Located in Milano, IT
Set of Four Fabergé Liqueur Glasses – Imperial Collection (Czar Imperial Model) Hand-cut and colored crystal, original velvet presentation box Refined set of four Fabergé liqueur gl...
Crystal
Ice Bucket, Red Crystal, Baroque Style, Czech Republic, Red Contemporary Crystal
By Artel
Located in New York, NY
Decorative ice bucket in red crystal in a Baroque style. The ice bucket is made of crystal. Produced by Artel in Czech Republic. It is a contemporary item.
Blown Glass
$1,722Sale Price|25% Off
Exceptional Hand-Cut Crystal Decanter with Six Compartments
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
Exceptional Hand-Cut Crystal Decanter with Six Compartments, Portugal This hand-cut crystal decanter is a rare and spectacular piece, showcasing the exceptional craftsmanship of Por...
Crystal
Crystal commemorative Glass, 600th anniversary Anglo-Portuguese Alliance, 1973
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
Crystal Commemorative Glass for the 600th Anniversary of the Anglo-Portuguese Alliance, Stephens Factory, Marinha Grande, Portugal (1973) Discover this magnificent crystal glass, a ...
Crystal
$930 / item
H 5.91 in Dm 5.52 in
Country Style German Crystal Glas Latern in Red Sofina Boutique Kitzbühel
Located in Kitzbühel, Tirol
Hand blown crystal vase/latern in bright red color. Hand carved by Bavarian glass artists with a birds decor in the style of country. A rich oak leave garland all around with 2 birds...
Crystal
Vintage Waterford Lismore Cut Crystal Decanter
Located in Queens, NY
Vintage cut crystal decanter with a tapered body and tall square glass stopper. (WATERFORD, LISMORE COLLECTION)
Crystal
Val Saint Lambert, Sculpted Heavy Crystal Vase , Belgium 1950s
Located in Verviers, BE
Val Saint Lambert, sculpted crystal vase with amethyst core, Belgium. Heavy Val Saint Lambert crystal vase catalogued in the 1950s. The central amethyst color (a traditional favorit...
Crystal
$390 / set
H 3.38 in Dm 1.75 in
Set of 6 Deborah Ehrlich Simple Crystal Shot Glasses, Handblown in Sweden
Located in Accord, NY
Launched with Takashimaya in 1999, these handblown crystal white wine glasses have become a modern Classic. Each Deborah Ehrlich piece is designed for the extraordinary strength and clarity of Swedish crystal. The simplicity of the design, the thinness of the lip, the quality of the crystal and the perfect weight of these white wine glasses create a nuanced experience, and are the trademark details of her Simple Crystal collection...
Crystal
French Cut Crystal Flower Vase Amethyst or Pink Red
Located in Miami, FL
French Cut Crystal Flower Vase in Amethyst to Pink-Red Radiating timeless elegance, this French cut crystal flower vase embodies the refinement of fine Bohemian tradition. Attribute...
Crystal
Red Crystal Vase by Caesar Crystal Bohemiae Co. Czech Republic
Located in Stamford, CT
Stunning hand cut lead crystal vase created as a work of art by the hands of the finest Czech glass workers. The Caesar Crystal Company in the Czech Republic has been selling hand cu...
Crystal
Large Vannes Crystal Vase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
original large Vannes crystal vase.
Crystal
Hand Blown Monumental Wheel Cut Crystal "Hurricane Vase"
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This fabulous hand blown crystal shape appears to be a hurricane but in fact is a tall and elegant vase. Completely wheel cut all over in an Art Nouveau floral motif with undulating ...
Crystal
Set of 6 Colored Crystal Glasses, Italy, 1950s
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of 6 colored crystal glasses, Italy, 1950s Found in a noble apartment. Intact and in excellent condition.
Crystal
$640Sale Price|20% Off
H 9.06 in Dm 7.09 in
Art Deco Engraved Crystal Carafe with Ice Container, England, 1920
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Elegant unusual crystal carafe with internal container for ice, helpful and beautiful for your corner bar. rif. O/2846 -
Crystal
$424 / set
H 6.69 in Dm 2.75 in
Crystal Set of Six Lausitzer Stem Glasses with Colored Overlay Cut to Clear
By Lausitzer
Located in Verviers, BE
Vintage set of six cuts to clear crystal stem glasses. Clear demi crystal glass. Six sides facetted and toothed stem. The bowl with colored ...
Crystal
$18,500 / set
H 11.5 in Dm 5 in
Six-Piece Cut Crystal Liquors Set Four Decanters, Claret & Pitcher, 19th Century
By Baccarat
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This is a rare and exceptional 19th century crystal drinks set attributed to Baccarat. The service consists of four matching decanters, a claret jug and a matching water pitcher. Eac...
Crystal
Crystal D'Arques France Dampierre Etched Water Wine Goblets Set of 9
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Cristal D'Arques Dampierre Etched Water WIne Goblets 5.5” Set of 9 France. Amazing French etched crystal wine or water glasses by Cristal D'Arques. Wine glasses by Cristal D'Arques, vintage set of 9 in box, discontinued in 1990. Cristal D’Arques France Water Goblets...
Crystal
Baccarat "Auvergne Perigold" Crystal Stemware, Set of 21
By Baccarat
Located in Astoria, NY
Baccarat assembled set of 21 crystal cut glasses in the "Auvergne Perigold" pattern comprising (10) ten tall water goblets and (11) eleven wine glasses, each etched "Baccarat France"...
Crystal
Set of Four Venetian Style Clear Blown Wine Glasses
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Set of four clear hand blown Venetian style glasses. The bowl with a flared mouth sits on top of an optic ball and a fluted foot. This set of stems have never been used. This shape ...
Blown Glass
Baccarat Set 16 Clear Water Crystal Glasses
By Baccarat
Located in Brescia, IT
The Harcourt collection, one of the first model produced and presents in Baccarat archive, is reputed for its iconic design. Created in 1841, Harcourt stemware has been chosen and bo...
Crystal
Monumental Caviar Bowl Crystal and Ormolu or Bronze Dore Dolphin Centerpiece
Located in Miami, FL
A superb quality and large scaled neoclassical or Empire style crystal caviar bowl. It can also be used as a centerpiece on your favorite entry table or wall console. Place this ma...
Crystal, Bronze
Antique Saint Louis Gilt Encrusted Decanter and Stopper for Your Bar
By Saint Louis
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...
Crystal, Gold
Three 18th Century Bohemian Facet Cut Gilded Wine Glasses, Three Goblets
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Three 18th century Bohemian facet cut gilded wine glasses, three goblets These exquisite cut glasses are at the highest level of elegant and l...
Crystal
Set of 13 Harrach/Moser Monumental Cut to Clear Goblets with Gold
Located in Great Barrington, MA
A set of tall and imposing, hand blown crystal goblets in complimentary colors, emerald green and amber. Each goblet is cased and cut to clear and beautifully embellished with gold enamels. Standing tall, they set the tone for an elegant and regal table setting. Made either by Harrach or Moser, they are of the quality and style of both highly respected glass companies. There are 7 amber goblets...
Crystal
Italian Pair of 19th Century Crystal and Gilt Vases
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Stunning pair of Italian gold gilt crystal vases, thick cut-glass vases. Both are matching, although the gold is a little more worn on one (see detailed photos), and are very ornate ...
Crystal