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ROCOCO STYLE

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.

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Style: Rococo
French Galbee Chest With Remains of original paint, circa 1740
French Galbee Chest With Remains of original paint, circa 1740

French Galbee Chest With Remains of original paint, circa 1740

$1,715

French Galbee Chest With Remains of original paint, circa 1740

Located in Nijlen, BE

An 18th-century French galbee chest with a pleasant, undulating front. Original piece, which is still rare. With remains of its original paint. Nicely carved panels and sides. The w...

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1740s French Antique Rococo Blanket Chests

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Oak

18th Century Blanket Box or Wedding Dowry Chest
18th Century Blanket Box or Wedding Dowry Chest

18th Century Blanket Box or Wedding Dowry Chest

$11,995Sale Price|52% Off

18th Century Blanket Box or Wedding Dowry Chest

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

Believed to have originated from Southern Italy.  Free shipping within the United States and Canada.

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1760s European Antique Rococo Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

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H 26.38 in W 59.06 in D 25.6 in

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Hand-Painted Architectural Chest with Neoclassical/Regency Inspired Façade
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Hand-Painted Architectural Chest with Neoclassical/Regency Inspired Façade

Located in Bruton, GB

Hand-painted decorative chest featuring a finely detailed architectural façade inspired by classical European and Georgian design. The front and sides are rendered in a sophisticated monochrome palette of soft whites, greys, and black linework, depicting a symmetrical neoclassical building elevation with rows of tall windows, pilasters, and balustrade detailing. The painterly execution combines graphic precision with subtle surface variation, lending depth, texture, and visual intrigue. The chest is rectangular in form with a hinged lid, offering functional interior storage while maintaining a strong decorative presence. The architectural imagery is thoughtfully scaled to the form, creating the impression of a trompe-l’œil elevation or an antique architectural drawing...

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Mid-20th Century Rococo Blanket Chests

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American Folk Art Blanket Chest, Hand-Painted Wood, Circa 1800
American Folk Art Blanket Chest, Hand-Painted Wood, Circa 1800

American Folk Art Blanket Chest, Hand-Painted Wood, Circa 1800

$2,350

H 24 in W 47 in D 22 in

American Folk Art Blanket Chest, Hand-Painted Wood, Circa 1800

Located in Astoria, NY

American Polychrome Painted Wood Blanket Chest, circa 1800, with American sigil, soldier and equestrian vignettes to the top and sides, two bottom short drawers. 24" H x 47" W x 22"...

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Early 19th Century American Antique Rococo Blanket Chests

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Pine Trunk or Blanket Chest in Original Decorative Paint
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Pine Trunk or Blanket Chest in Original Decorative Paint

$1,695

H 20.5 in W 53 in D 19.5 in

Pine Trunk or Blanket Chest in Original Decorative Paint

Located in Baltimore, MD

This large and handsome painted dovetailed trunk commemorates either the birth or marriage of Agatha Taster in 1831. The ground is in shades of sang de boeuf paint. On the top this...

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Mid-19th Century Austrian Antique Rococo Blanket Chests

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Pine

1802 Dated Huge Antique Original Paint European Blanket Chest Coffer Trunk
1802 Dated Huge Antique Original Paint European Blanket Chest Coffer Trunk

1802 Dated Huge Antique Original Paint European Blanket Chest Coffer Trunk

$4,384

H 27.76 in W 59.45 in D 25.6 in

1802 Dated Huge Antique Original Paint European Blanket Chest Coffer Trunk

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

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19th Century Swedish Marriage/Dowry Chest
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19th Century Swedish Marriage/Dowry Chest

$3,008

H 23.23 in W 54.34 in D 22.84 in

19th Century Swedish Marriage/Dowry Chest

Located in Staffordshire, GB

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18th Century American Pine Decorated Blanket Chest
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18th Century American Pine Decorated Blanket Chest

$3,800

H 28.5 in W 25.75 in D 46.5 in

18th Century American Pine Decorated Blanket Chest

Located in Nantucket, MA

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Late 18th Century American Antique Rococo Blanket Chests

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Painted Country Hope Chest
Painted Country Hope Chest

Painted Country Hope Chest

$1,000

H 31 in W 40.5 in D 28 in

Painted Country Hope Chest

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Painted country hope chest.

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19th Century Latvian Antique Rococo Blanket Chests

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English 19th Century or Earlier Mahogany Blanket Chest
English 19th Century or Earlier Mahogany Blanket Chest

English 19th Century or Earlier Mahogany Blanket Chest

$1,995

H 24.25 in W 48 in D 21 in

English 19th Century or Earlier Mahogany Blanket Chest

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

An English, solid mahogany blanket chest from the early 19th century (or late 18th), this timeless storage trunk has a smooth exterior darkened to a rich color that adds further dept...

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19th Century English Antique Rococo Blanket Chests

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Harlequin Painted Blanket Chest
Harlequin Painted Blanket Chest

Harlequin Painted Blanket Chest

$1,142

H 24.81 in W 40.56 in D 22.84 in

Harlequin Painted Blanket Chest

Located in Cirencester, GB

This storage chest is late 19th Century having been recently hand painted by us, with this giant, blue, harlequin design. A fun way to add some colour and pattern into an interior s...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Rococo Blanket Chests

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18th Century French Oak Trunk

Located in High Point, NC

Fantastic carvings give this antique oak trunk an irresistible appeal. Built in France circa 1789, the design combines Rococo and heraldic motifs to ...

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1780s Southern European Black Patinated Wooden Trunk
1780s Southern European Black Patinated Wooden Trunk

1780s Southern European Black Patinated Wooden Trunk

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H 23.6 in W 61 in

1780s Southern European Black Patinated Wooden Trunk

Located in High Point, NC

A black patinated wooden trunk from Southern Europe, produced circa 1780. Boasting a width of five feet and depth of nearly two feet, this large trunk features a hinged lid with chai...

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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Rococo Blanket Chests

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Brass, Iron

19th Century Italian Hand Painted Chest with Cherubs
19th Century Italian Hand Painted Chest with Cherubs

19th Century Italian Hand Painted Chest with Cherubs

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H 26 in W 73.5 in D 20.5 in

19th Century Italian Hand Painted Chest with Cherubs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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Rococo blanket chests for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Rococo blanket chests for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 18th Century and Earlier, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage blanket chests created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fir and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rococo blanket chests made in a specific country, there are Europe, England, and Spain pieces for sale on 1stDibs. 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 blanket chests differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $2,781 and tops out at $11,995 while the average work can sell for $5,760.