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Baroque Textiles

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
Period: 18th Century and Earlier
Pair of Custom Pillows w/ 18th C. Textile Fronts
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of unique and intricate pillows, blending elements from different centuries. The combination of 18th-century Italian appliqued velvet and 19th century metallic gold tape and ...
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Textiles

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Metallic Thread

Pair of Antique 18th Century European Tapestry Pillows With Tassels
Located in San Francisco, CA
each square pillow with tapestry insert with silk borders and back; with tassels to edges
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18th Century Belgian Antique Baroque Textiles

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Wool

Pair of Antique Tapestry Pillows or Cushions, 17th Century French
Located in London, GB
A very fine pair of decorative loose cushions made of Aubusson tapestry of floral design, with antique (faded) linen backing and handmade trim. French, 17th – early 18th century. Di...
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17th Century French Antique Baroque Textiles

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Wool, Silk

Exquisite antique 18th century Venetian 100% Silk Fabric
Located in Doha, QA
This is an absolutely exquisite, fine and rare 100% silk Venetian material/ fabric. It has a deep red wine very attractive and luxurious general main color, each border has a floral ...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Textiles

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Silk

Mid 16th Century Antique Flemish Baroque Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
Mid 16th Century Antique Flemish Baroque Tapestry Pillow
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16th Century Unknown Antique Baroque Textiles

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Wool, Cotton

16th Century Antique Brusslls Baroque Tapestry Pillow - 17'' X 16''
Located in Los Angeles, US
Antique Brusslls Baroque tapestry pillow depicting a lion foot and a tassel in gold and stone tones 17'' x 16'' Made in the late 16th century. less
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16th Century Belgian Antique Baroque Textiles

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Wool

Antique Brussels Baroque Tapestry Floral on Blue Pillow 19'' X 19''
Located in Los Angeles, US
Ca.1660, this S Antique Brussels Baroque Tapestry Pillow features a Soft Floral Pattern Draped Fabric on Blue Background 19'' X 19''
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16th Century Belgian Antique Baroque Textiles

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Wool, Fabric

Mid 16th Century Antique Flemish Baroque Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
Mid 16th Century Antique Flemish Baroque Tapestry Pillow
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16th Century Unknown Antique Baroque Textiles

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Wool, Cotton

Antique 17th Century Empire Crewel Work English Pillow - 26''x 20''
Located in Los Angeles, US
Antique 17th century crewel work English pillow. Empire style.
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17th Century British Antique Baroque Textiles

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Wool

Pair of Large Antique 18th Century Brussels Pillows with Animals Lion and Bull
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite pair of vibrant, stunning Large 18th Century Brussels tapestry pillows, one depicting a seated lion and depicting a seated bull, each on a black ground, framed in floral...
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18th Century Belgian Antique Baroque Textiles

Materials

Tapestry

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 Textiles

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Linen

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 Textiles

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Gold

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 Textiles

Materials

Tapestry

18th Century Tapestry Fragment Pillow
By Suzanne Duin
Located in Houston, TX
18th century tapestry fragment bordered with vintage gold metallic trim on a pillow composed of velvet in rich milk chocolate hue. Pillow is custom-made with braid trim running along...
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Mid-18th Century French Antique Baroque Textiles

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Tapestry, Velvet

Antique Italian Salmon Silk Damask Pillow, circa 1700 by Eleganza Italiana
Located in Dallas, TX
18th century Italian Salmon Silk Damask is embellished by custom made central decor of antique Italian trim, rosettes (the silver ones have real silver t...
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Textiles

Materials

Metallic Thread

Antique Italian Stemma Pillow by Eleganza Italiana
Located in Dallas, TX
Two-toned beige raw silk embellished by an 19th century. Italian gold colored “stemma” and 18th century. Italian metallic gold trim and fringe. Down filled. Unique creation by Eleganza Italiana.
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Textiles

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Metallic Thread

Antique Silk and French Needle Lace Pillow by Eleganza Italiana
Located in Dallas, TX
18th century, Italian purple silk lampas with ivory and light blue flowers frames a central panel of rare 18th century, French needle lace bordered by scalloped 18th century Italian silver trim. Italian ivory silk completes the back. Down filled. Unique Creation by Eleganza Italiana.
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Textiles

Materials

Metallic Thread

Antique Diagonal Rose on Lace Pillow by Eleganza Italiana
Located in Dallas, TX
The diagonal decoration is composed by layering of a rare 19th century. French handmade gold lace bordered by 18th century. Italian gold metallic trim with an applique of raised gold metallic embroidery of a rose, stem, and leaves. The composition is on pink Italian silk with the corners embellished by 19th c. French handmade lace and by layering various periods and types of Italian galloons (trims), dating back as far as the 1700s. Crafted by an Italian artisan. Down filled. One of a kind. Unique creation by Eleganza Italiana.
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Textiles

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Metallic Thread

Antique IHS Medallion Custom Pillow by Eleganza Italiana
Located in Dallas, TX
18th century highly embroidered Italian ecclesiastical medallion on its original silk textile, bordered by vintage Italian trim, lace and tassels on Italian pink silk. Pillow crafted by an Italian artisan. Down Filled. One of a kind. Unique creation by Eleganza Italiana...
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Textiles

Materials

Down, Silk

Antique Italian Gold Applique on Lace Needlework Pillow by Eleganza Italiana
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century Italian raised gold metallic applique hand sewn to rare 18th century French silver thread lace needlework. Framed with a cross pattern of 18th century Italian trim and gallons woven with genuine silver and gold metallic thread and mounted on 19th century Italian cardinal red damask brocade. Crafted by an Italian artisan. Down filled. Unique creation by Eleganza Italiana.
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Textiles

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Metallic Thread

Antique Woven Galloons on Ivory Silk Pillow by Eleganza Italiana
Located in Dallas, TX
Basket woven pattern of antique Italian galloons is framed by two layers of antique Italian trim, one of which is 18th century woven with real silver thread. Unique creation by Eleganza Italiana.
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Textiles

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Metallic Thread

Antique Layered Metallic Lace Trim on Chestnut Silk Pillow by Eleganza Italiana
Located in Dallas, TX
Italian chestnut colored silk pillow with a horizontal composition of layers of antique Italian and French trim of various periods and types dating back as far as the 18th century. T...
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18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Textiles

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Metallic Thread

Pair of 18th Century Fragment Pillow
By Suzanne Duin
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of 18th century tapestry fragment pillows in 100% cotton velvet in rich chocolate hue and finished with gold braid along edge. Tapestries are framed with antique gold ribbon. Do...
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Mid-18th Century French Antique Baroque Textiles

Materials

Tapestry, Velvet

Pair 18th c Antique French Textile Fragment Pillows Eleganza Italiana
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of 18th century French silver and gold samice fragment with cross and fleur de lis motif mounted on light blue Italian silk pillow. The borde...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Baroque Textiles

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Metallic Thread

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Baroque textiles for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Baroque textiles 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 textiles created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, wall decorations, rugs and carpets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, cotton and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Baroque textiles 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 textiles, popular names associated with this style include Mariano Fortuny, antique textiles galleries, Cartier, and DD Dimore. 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 textiles 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 $760.

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