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.
Antique Silvered Bronze Pitcher from France, Circa 1890
Located in Dallas, TX
An exquisite example of Rococo style ornamentation, this antique (circa 1890) silvered bronze pitcher comes from France. The pitcher has been adorned with spiral fluting that expand ...
Bronze
Mid Century Modern Vintage Pink White Porcelain Pitcher Capodimonte Italy 1950s
By Capodimonte
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage pitcher from porcelain in white and pink pastel color tones by the famed Italian porcelain manufacture Capodimonte 1950s Italy. The amazing porcelain pitc...
Porcelain
French 18th Century Large Scale Copper Pitcher
Located in Round Top, TX
A very charming French large scale copper pitcher. A terrific kitchen island oraccessory.
Copper
Vintage Decorative Pitcher by Cloutier Brothers, circa 1970s
Located in London, GB
Decorative ceramic pitcher / vase by the Cloutier brothers (circa 1970s). An outer surface decorated in the Cloutier's trademark soft mauve with an e...
Ceramic
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Brass Copper Watering Can, 1950s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous vintage Mid-Century Modern brass and copper watering can with a long spout. Great lines, great original condition with wonderful patina. Found at an Estate Sale in Nurembe...
Brass, Copper
XIX Century Italian Capodimonte Signed Porcelain Cup
By Capodimonte
Located in Roma, IT
This wonderful Capodimonte porcelain tea cup and saucer set is a classic example of Italian Neoclassical and Baroque-inspired artistry. This important set is characterized by high-r...
Porcelain
$76Sale Price|20% Off
H 3.75 in W 2 in D 3.5 in
1950s Vintage Silver Creamer Milk Pitcher Meneses Bros of Spain Mid Century
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a mid-century modern sterling silver plated creamer milk pitcher by MENESES Bros Silver from Madrid, Spain, circa the 1...
Silver
French Pottery Pitcher Savoie With Leaves , Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
French Pottery Pitcher Savoie With Leaves , Circa 1890.
Pottery
Italian Majolica Toby Jug Pitcher, 1950s
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage ceramic or pottery pitcher features a standing gentleman in wonderful period clothing in yellow, blue, green, and white colors with a handle on the back. The figure is sculpt...
Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery, Stoneware
$6,200
H 10 in W 9.75 in D 2.5 in
Bruno Gambone Sculptural Glazed Stoneware Pitcher, Italy, Circa 1965
Located in New York, NY
Bruno Gambone sculptural glazed stoneware pitcher, Italy, circa 1965. This striking flattened pitcher is formed with a broad geometric body, softly rounded sides, a tall cylindrical...
Ceramic, Stoneware
French Pottery Blue Dots Pitcher Savoie Circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
French Pottery Blue Dots Pitcher Savoie Circa 1890. H / 5.3 inches.
Pottery
$8,684Sale Price|20% Off
H 23.63 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in
18th Century Italian Capodimonte White Glazez Porcelain Figural Centerpiece
Located in Firenze, IT
This 18th century Italian Capodimonte white glazed porcelain centrepiece is an oustanding sculptural artwork expertly hand carved with finely detailed figurines, putto angels playing...
Porcelain
French Majolica Pears Pitcher Orchies, circa 1890
By Orchies
Located in Austin, TX
French Majolica pitcher with pears Orchies, circa 1890.
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
Early 20th Century Gilt Bronze Decorative Ewer, Pitcher
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Art Nouveau solid gilt bronze and parcel brass decorative Ewer richly ornate, Spain, circa 1900-1910. Measures: Height 15.75 in (40 cm) Width 5.15...
Brass, Bronze
English Crystal & Silver Plate Wine Jug
Located in Newark, England
Fine English Rococo Revival wine jug. The jug formed with a tapered crystal body intricately handcut and mounted with decorative silver plate. The lower silver-plate band of plain fo...
Crystal, Silver Plate
Chiseled Rococo Carafe in the Bohemian Way
Located in Peyraud, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Crystal chiseled decanter and its stopper. The decoration is present on all the surface of the glass, even on the stopper. It is composed of rococo shells...
Crystal
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H 8 in W 4 in D 8 in
19th Cent. Choisy-le-Roy Ewer, in the Manner of Meissen, "Deutsche Bluemchen"
Located in San Francisco, CA
A very interesting Ewer in the manner of Meissen, decorated with "Deutsche Bluemchen" designs and massive raised gilded details. The Ewer has some flaws. The base is uneven, and the...
Porcelain
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H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
Pair Antique French Silver & Glass Claret Jugs Wine Decanter Paris France c 1880
By A. Aucoc
Located in London, GB
A beautiful pair of Antique French solid Silver and cut Glass Claret Jugs in a elegant Rococo design. The Jug has ornate shell, scroll and foliate design on the neck complimented by ...
Silver
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...
Silver
Victoria & Albert Museum Ewer by Elkington & Co
Located in New Orleans, LA
Inspired by a legend and made for one of the most prestigious institutions of the decorative arts, the Pioneer and perfecter of the electroplating process, Elkington & Co., created t...
Silver
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H 14.97 in W 5.91 in D 7.88 in
Antique German Solid 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...
Silver
19th Century, French Painted Tole Coffee Pot with Cherub Painted Scene
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French, 19th century painted tole coffee pot with cherub décor, scrolled handles and finial covered lid. This French painted tole coffee pot features a tall floral painted lid, topped with an urn-shaped finial. Two large scrolled handles allow the piece to be moved with ease. The tap that is connected to the belly, is surmounted by an exquisite painted scene, depicting two chubby cherubs, engaged in a lively conversation. The cherub on the left, casually sitting on a rail, is looking at a second one who is holding a bird in his left hand. This scene is set within an oval shaped painted medallion, draped with delicate flowers. The ensemble is raised on a square base with ball feet. With its delicate Rocaille scene and lovely yellow painted color, this French 19th century coffee pot...
Tôle
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H 13.39 in W 5.52 in D 6.7 in
Antique German Solid Silver and Enamel Glass Pair of Claret Jugs, circa 1890
By C. Heisler
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
DESCRIPTION Antique 19th Century German solid silver & enameled glass pair of large and decorative wine claret jugs, each baluster form glass body beautifully enameled with multi-co...
Silver
Silver Cream Pitcher by Francis David Dexter
By Francis David Dexter
Located in New Orleans, LA
Designed in an exuberant Rococo style, this large silver creamer is decorated with a flourish of beautifully chased Rococo shells, masks, scrolls and floral motifs. The exceptional j...
Silver
18th Century Pewter Pitcher
Located in Copenhagen, K
Wonderful German Rorchen, originally made for drinking game. The bottom section holds a dice.
Pewter
Antique Delft Blue and White Wine Jug
Located in Katonah, NY
A mid-18th century Frankfurt Delft jug. Decorated all around with chinoiserie garden scenes. Geometric designs incorporating broad flat strokes of dashes and...
Delft, Pottery