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Baroque Pillows and Throws

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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Item Ships From: Europe
Style: Baroque
Pierre Frey Braquenié Pillow
Located in Copenhagen, DK
PIERRE FREY - BRAQUENIÉ Beautiful handcrafted throw pillows made in luxurious and decorative Pierre Frey Braquenié fabrics. The printed cotton fabric is on both sides with piping ...
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2010s French Baroque Pillows and Throws

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Cotton

Vintage Cartier Silk Scarf backed in Linen Pillow Sapphire Blue Antique Gold
Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland
Katie Larmour Studio is the original vintage scarf pillow maker. Gaining notability for her unique idea and creations back in 2013 - featured in the likes of the Financial Times, and first selling here on 1stdibs in 2016 - our creations are of the absolute top most quality, craftsmanship and finesse. Thank-you for looking. Title: Vintage Cartier Silk Scarf...
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Late 20th Century French Baroque Pillows and Throws

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Linen, Silk

Rare Vintage French Cartier Panther Bracelet Silk Scarf Irish Linen
Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland
Title: Rare Vintage French Cartier Panther Bracelet Silk Scarf Brown Irish Linen Pillow Katie Larmour Studio is the original vintage scarf...
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Late 20th Century French Baroque Pillows and Throws

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Linen, Silk

Rare Vintage Cartier Panther Bracelet Silk Scarf Brown Irish Linen
Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland
Title: Rare Vintage French Cartier Panther Bracelet Silk Scarf Brown Irish Linen Pillow Katie Larmour Studio is the original vintage scarf pi...
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Late 20th Century French Baroque Pillows and Throws

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Vintage Hermès Eiffel Tower Paris Silk Scarf and Irish Linen Cushion Pillow
Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland
Rare vintage Hermès Eiffel Tower Paris silk scarf and Irish linen cushion pillow black red blue The ‘crème de la crème’ of scarves, this beauty is a o...
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20th Century French Baroque Pillows and Throws

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Bedcover Hanging Curtains Italian Linen Green Ivory Damask Handwoven
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Exceptionally rare, Italian, 17th century, green and ivory, damask, linen, woven bedcover - Made as a luxury item in the mid-17th century, woven with a damask pattern characteristic...
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1640s English Antique Baroque Pillows and Throws

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Bedspread TableCloth Gold Threadwork Wirework Velvet Ottoman Baroque Embroidered
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
An exceptional, museum quality, ottoman, baroque, gold velvet bedspread, hanging, bedcover or table cloth embroidered with gold threadwork and embelli...
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1720s Turkish Antique Baroque Pillows and Throws

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Set of Eight Tapestry Pillows Cushions Mid-17th Century Flemish Baroque Verdure
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
These pillows or cushions are made from two complete borders of a 17th century verdure tapestry so they are in aesthetic harmony. They depict profuse floral sprays and each cushion h...
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Mid-17th Century European Antique Baroque Pillows and Throws

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Tapestry

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Baroque pillows and throws for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Baroque pillows and throws 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 pillows and throws created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, rugs and carpets, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, cotton and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Baroque pillows and throws made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original pillows and throws, popular names associated with this style include Mariano Fortuny, antique textiles galleries, Cartier, and Flemish. 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 pillows and throws differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $18 and tops out at $19,262 while the average work can sell for $750.

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