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.
19th Century Meissen Porcelain Plate, Reticulated Blue Onion, Germany
Located in Andernach, DE
The outstanding historical antique Meissen's Blue Onion pattern decoration was originally created around 1730, inspired by East Asian models from the Ming dynasty. This very dinner...
Porcelain
Italian Large Vintage Stainless Steel Tray in Baroque Style By Alessi 60s
By Alessi
Located in Roma, IT
We are pleased to offer for sale an Italian mid–20th-century tray—modern in spirit yet clearly inspired by the 18th century. Made in Italy between the 1960s and 1970s by the historic...
Stainless Steel
Italian Vintage Stainless Steel Tray in Baroque Style By Alessi 60s Medium size
By Alessi
Located in Roma, IT
We are pleased to offer for sale an Italian mid–20th-century tray—modern in spirit yet clearly inspired by the 18th century. Made in Italy between the 1960s and 1970s by the historic...
Stainless Steel
$495Sale Price / item|25% Off
Upside Down Alice in Wonderland Bowl, Handmade in Italy, Handcrafted Design 2021
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Our artisan's pieces are a dream come true, as in Alice in Wonderland. This ceramic piece is completely hand-crafted and painted with love and care. Each piece can be bought separ...
Ceramic
Italy Richard Ginori Mid-19th Century Porcelain Covered
Located in Brescia, IT
This beautiful covered cup was painted with grace and reproducing a variety of flowers, butterflies and natural elements very detailed. Golden profiles. A joyful to look at it, a pie...
Porcelain
Grand Baroque Sterling Silver Flatware by Wallace - 32 Pieces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Grand Baroque sterling silver flatware by Wallace. 32 pieces consisting of 8 dinner forks, 8 dinner knives, 8 large spoons for soup or dessert, and 8 butter knifes. Perfect to use im...
Sterling Silver
Louis XV Reed & Barton Silver Flatware Set
Located in Queens, NY
French "Francis 1st pattern" 1920s sterling silver flatware dinner service set for 18 with a rococo floral design in a mahogany case. 250 pieces. (REED & B...
Sterling Silver, Brass
$461Sale Price / set|20% Off
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
Majolica Decorative Plate by Alfredo Santarelli (Depicting Nonnina Strozzi)
Located in New York, NY
Italian Lustre Majolica plate by Alfredo Santarelli, marked "unic" (unique) on surface. The subject of this portrait plate is Nonnina Strozzi, whose name appears on the banner. Nonni...
Luster, Ceramic
Elegant Porcelain Coffee Cup by Hutschenreuther Selb Bavaria Gold Plated
Located in Schöfflisdorf, CH
elegant porcelain coffee cup by Hutschenreuther Selb Bavaria gold plated.
Porcelain
Meissen Swan Service Tea Coffee Set For 6 Persons, With Indian Flowers, 20th C
By Meissen Porcelain, Johann Joachim Kaendler
Located in Vienna, AT
Meissen Coffee & Dessert Set for 6 Persons: Meissen service, consisting of 22 pieces: 1 coffee pot with lid, 1 milk jug, 1 sugar bowl, 6 cups, 6 saucers, 6 dessert plates and 1 s...
Porcelain
Antique French silver cruet made in France - Strasbourg 1750 - 1796
Located in VALENZA, IT
Solid silver oil cruet, produced in France in Strasbourg between 1750 and 1796 as evidenced by the state marks. The shape is a boat, where 4 feet made with the casting technique have...
Crystal, Silver
Meissen B-Shape Coffee Set For 6 Persons With Purple, Gold & Flowers, 20th Cent.
By Ernst August Leuteritz, Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Meissen service, consisting of 22 pieces: 1 coffee pot with lid, 1 milk jug, 1 sugar bowl, 6 cups, 6 saucers, 6 dessert plates and 1 serving platter. Shape: B-form Decor: bulbo...
Porcelain
$3,136Sale Price|46% Off
19th Century Italian Silver Oval Baroque Tray, Completely Engraved by Hand
Located in VALENZA, IT
Baroque oval silver tray. Made in Milan, Italy in the mid-19th century. Completely hand engraved with scrolls and central flowers. The swirls and flo...
Silver
$19,138Sale Price|20% Off
20th Century Italian Solid Silver Gallery Tray on Silver Stand
Located in VALENZA, IT
Rectangular barocco tray shaped with high edge and oval holes for handles. It has been placed on 4 small feet The tray is completely handmade by Fantappiè e Castrucci Silversmiths...
Silver
Herend Rothschild Oiseaux Tea & Dessert Set For 6 Persons, Hungary, 20th Century
By Herend
Located in Vienna, AT
Herend service consisting of 21 parts: 1 lidded tea pot, 1 milk jug, 1 lidded sugar bowl, 6 cups, 6 saucers, 6 dessert plates. Shape: Osier basket weave Decor: RO - Rothschild Oisea...
Porcelain
Meissen Coffee Set For 6 Persons Rich Dragon Black, Red & Gold, 20th Century
Located in Vienna, AT
Meissen Coffee Set for 6 Persons, Decor number 321010 - Rich Dragon in black, shaded red and gold, gold rim 21 parts: 1 coffee pot with lid - height = 24,0 cm / 9.44 in 1 cre...
Porcelain
Meissen Coffee & Dessert Set For 7 Persons, Bouquets, Blue Rim & Gold, Ca. 1860
Located in Vienna, AT
Meissen coffee service, consisting of 24 parts: 1 coffee pot with lid, 1 cream jug, 1 lidded sugar bowl, 7 cups, 7 saucers, 7 dessert plates. Sh...
Porcelain
$7,330Sale Price|37% Off
Silver Gondola Venice Cobalt Blue Silver Cruet, 19th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
A Silver Cruet table Lombardo Veneto (Venice) set in finely pierced silver, decorated with caryatids form and fret patterns. Set consisting of oil cruet, salt, pepper, Venice gondol...
Crystal, Silver
Meissen Swan Service Coffee Set For 6 Persons, With Indian Flowers, 20th Century
By Johann Joachim Kaendler, Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Meissen Coffee & Dessert Set for 6 Persons: Meissen service, consisting of 23 pieces: 1 coffee pot with lid, 1 milk jug, 1 sugar bowl, 6 cups, 6 saucers, 6 dessert plates and 2 servi...
Porcelain
Meissen B-Shape Coffee Set For 6 Persons With Purple, Flowers & Gold Decor, 20th
By Ernst August Leuteritz, Meissen Porcelain
Located in Vienna, AT
Meissen service, consisting of 15 pieces: 1 coffee pot with lid, 1 milk jug, 1 sugar bowl, 6 cups and 6 saucers. Shape: B-shape Decor: Bulbous, curved shape, extensive purple d...
Porcelain
Herend Rothschild Oiseaux Mocha & Dessert Set For 6 Persons, Hungary, 20th Cent
By Herend
Located in Vienna, AT
Herend service consisting of 21 parts: 1 lidded mocha pot, 1 milk jug, 1 lidded sugar bowl, 6 cups, 6 saucers, 6 dessert plates. Shape: Osier basket weave Decor: RO - Rothschild Ois...
Porcelain
Italy Richard Ginori 19th Century Porcelain Covered Cup Red Blue Decor
Located in Brescia, IT
This model of covered cup is a broth cup, with the lid to maintain the broth temperature. This piece in porcelain has the very beautiful decor called ‘Corea...
Porcelain
Meissen Coffee Set For 6 Persons Rich Dragon Red & Gold, 20th Century
Located in Vienna, AT
Meissen Coffee Set for 6 Persons, decor number 320510 - Rich Dragon in reds, shaded gold, gold rim 21 parts: 1 coffee pot with lid - height = 24,0 cm / 9.44 in 1 creamer ...
Porcelain
Spanish Provincial by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 40 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
A dignified and rich pattern featuring intricate detailing along the entire handle of each sterling piece. Spanish Provincial represents a blend of traditional and contemporary styli...
Sterling Silver
Set of Twelve 20th Century Solid Silver Shell Shape Place Holder
Located in VALENZA, IT
Elegant set consisting of 2 boxes containing 12 shell-shaped placeholders in solid 800 silver. The placeholders were made with the casting technique and finely chiselled. The finish ...
Silver
Italy Richard Ginori Mid-18th Century Porcelain Coffee Pot Landscapes in Purple
Located in Brescia, IT
Italian Richard Ginori mid-18th century porcelain coffee or chocolate pot with landscapes. This very elegant Richard Ginori porcelain coffee or chocolate pot was hand painted with...
Porcelain
19th Century Bohemian Carafe Carved Glass, Silver Neck and Tape
By Bohemia
Located in Schöfflisdorf, CH
19th century Bohemian carafe carved glass, silver neck and tape.
Silver
Spanish Provincial by Towle Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 6 Service 24 Pieces
Located in Big Bend, WI
Spanish Provincial by Towle sterling silver flatware set - 24 pieces. Great starter set! This set includes: 6 knives, 8 7/8" 6 forks, 7 1/2" 6 salad forks, 6 1/2" 6 teaspoons, 6" I...
Sterling Silver
Skylark by Kirk Stieff Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 53 Pcs Modern
By Kirk-Stieff
Located in Big Bend, WI
Skylark by Kirk Stieff, circa 1954 sterling silver flatware set, 53 pieces. This set has a very unique look and includes: 12 knives, 9" 12 forks, 7 1/4" 12 salad forks, 6 3/4" 12 te...
Sterling Silver