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Baroque Pottery

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
18th Century Turkish Ottoman Turquoise Glazed Storage Jar
Located in Stamford, CT
18th century Turkish Ottoman Empire turquoise glazed storage jar with black flora decoration and four looped handles. The wind neck surrounded by four loop handles above a bulbous bo...
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Mid-18th Century Turkish Antique Baroque Pottery

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Ceramic

18th Century Turkish Ottoman Turquoise Glazed Storage Jar

18th Century Turkish Ottoman Turquoise Glazed Storage Jar

18th Century Rare Terracotta Hand Carved French Biot Pot
Located in Miami, FL
This fabulous handmade terracotta pot originated in the Provençal town of Biot and was used to store olive oil. In perfect condition, the photos show the pot in sunlight. These pots ...
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1780s French Antique Baroque Pottery

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Terracotta

18th Century Rare Terracotta Hand Carved French Biot Pot

18th Century Rare Terracotta Hand Carved French Biot Pot

18th Century Rare Terracotta Hand Carved French Biot Pot
Located in Miami, FL
This fabulous handmade terracotta pot originated in the Provençal town of Biot and was used to store olive oil. In perfect condition, the photos show the pot in sunlight. These pots ...
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1780s French Antique Baroque Pottery

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Terracotta

18th Century Rare Terracotta Hand Carved French Biot Pot
18th Century Rare Terracotta Hand Carved French Biot Pot

18th Century Rare Terracotta Hand Carved French Biot Pot

18th Century Tin Glazed Dutch Delft Pottery Blue and White Vase or Jar
By Delft
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine 18th century Dutch Delft pottery vase or jar. Of typical vasiform shape with medium and deep blue Chinoiserie landscape decoration, dot border to the top rim, and swag...
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18th Century Dutch Antique Baroque Pottery

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Delft

18th Century Tin Glazed Dutch Delft Pottery Blue and White Vase or Jar
18th Century Tin Glazed Dutch Delft Pottery Blue and White Vase or Jar

18th Century Tin Glazed Dutch Delft Pottery Blue and White Vase or Jar

Delftware Mule with Flowers in Purple and Blue Amsterdam, 1740-1760
By Dutch Originals
Located in Verviers, BE
Mule with flowers in purple and blue Amsterdam, 1740-1760 The mule has a pointed nose and a high vamp. It is painted in blue and purple with flowers. A band with dots is applied in blue just below the edge of the shaft. The heel and sole are in purple. Dimensions: length 13 cm / 5.11 in., width 4.6 cm / 1.81 in., height 4.7 cm / 1.85 in. Provenance: Aronson Antiques, Amsterdam Shoes in all shapes and sizes were part of the standard repertoire of almost all Delft potteries. Outside Delft, they were made in Harlingen potteries and in Amsterdam tile factories. Delft shoes...
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Mid-18th Century Dutch Antique Baroque Pottery

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Delftware Mule with Flowers in Purple and Blue Amsterdam, 1740-1760

Delftware Mule with Flowers in Purple and Blue Amsterdam, 1740-1760

18th Century Rare Terracotta Hand Carved French Biot Pot
Located in Miami, FL
This fabulous handmade terracotta pot originated in the Provençal town of Biot and was used to store olive oil. In perfect condition, the photo...
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1780s French Antique Baroque Pottery

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18th Century Rare Terracotta Hand Carved French Biot Pot

18th Century Rare Terracotta Hand Carved French Biot Pot

Della Robbia Style Sculpted Portrait Plaque of Jeweled Maiden, by Cantagalli
By Cantagalli
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Della Robbia style sculpted portrait plaque of Jeweled Maiden, by Cantagalli An impressive late 19th century example, subtly detailed, three dimensional circular portrait...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Baroque Pottery

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Pottery

Della Robbia Style Sculpted Portrait Plaque of Jeweled Maiden, by Cantagalli
Della Robbia Style Sculpted Portrait Plaque of Jeweled Maiden, by Cantagalli

Della Robbia Style Sculpted Portrait Plaque of Jeweled Maiden, by Cantagalli

Savona Italian Tin Glazed Polychrome Painted Pottery Syrup Jar
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An antique Italian hand painted Savona tin glazed syrup jar inscribed AQUA DE PIANTAGNE dating from the early 18th century, the rounded earthenware jar stand...
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Early 18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Pottery

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Pottery

Savona Italian Tin Glazed Polychrome Painted Pottery Syrup Jar
Savona Italian Tin Glazed Polychrome Painted Pottery Syrup Jar

Savona Italian Tin Glazed Polychrome Painted Pottery Syrup Jar

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18th Century German Faience Polychrome Pewter-Mounted Tankard in Columnar Form
Located in Vero Beach, FL
This 9.25" faience pewter-mounted tankard from the 3rd quarter of the 18th century is cylindrical in form with a handle mounted in pewter. The place of origin is probably Nurnberg, G...
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18th Century German Antique Baroque Pottery

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Pewter

18th Century German Faience Polychrome Pewter-Mounted Tankard in Columnar Form
18th Century German Faience Polychrome Pewter-Mounted Tankard in Columnar Form

18th Century German Faience Polychrome Pewter-Mounted Tankard in Columnar Form

19th Century Spanish Stoneware Terracotta Jug or Pot with Handle
Located in Miami, FL
19th century Spanish stoneware terracotta jug or pot with handle.
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Late 19th Century Spanish Antique Baroque Pottery

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Terracotta

19th Century Spanish Stoneware Terracotta Jug or Pot with Handle
19th Century Spanish Stoneware Terracotta Jug or Pot with Handle

19th Century Spanish Stoneware Terracotta Jug or Pot with Handle

Pair of Drinking Game or Puzzle Vessels, Early 20th Century
By Georg Schmider
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A pair of drinking game or puzzle vessels both early 20th century, rare "Georg Schmider, Zell" fuddling cup formed by three small conjoined vessels linked by interwined handles, decorated with polychrome floral sprays on a plain white glaze and a Csakvar Pottery incised inscription and leaf decoration on green and brown glaze. The three part vessel measures 4 5/8" inches high x 6" inches in diameter and the green and brown vessel...
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Early 20th Century German Baroque Pottery

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Pair of Drinking Game or Puzzle Vessels, Early 20th Century
Pair of Drinking Game or Puzzle Vessels, Early 20th Century

Pair of Drinking Game or Puzzle Vessels, Early 20th Century

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Find a broad range of unique Baroque pottery for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Early 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage pottery created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, pottery and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Baroque pottery made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Spain pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original pottery, popular names associated with this style include and Cantagalli. 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 pottery differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $690 and tops out at $2,450 while the average work can sell for $1,570.

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