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.
Italian Venetian Style Distressed Painted Sideboard with Faux Marble Top
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
An extraordinary and exceptionally rare Italian Rococo sideboard dating from the early twentieth century, this magnificent piece embodies the romance, artistry, and decorative exuber...
Paint, Walnut
Outstanding Venetian Rococo Paint Decorated Portoro Marble Sideboard Buffet
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This outstanding Venetian Rococo-style sideboard buffet is an exquisite piece of craftsmanship, showcasing the elegance and opulence of 18th-century Venetian design. The painted deco...
Walnut
18th Century Venetian Original Painted Sideboard.
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
A superb mid-18th century Venetian painted and gilt sideboard with original rack. 1760 The serpentine-fronted base features four panelled doors decorated with hand-painted floral sp...
Wood
Romweber French Rococo Louis XV Carved Walnut Sideboard or Credenza
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Rococo Louis XV style sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Romweber USA, circa 1960s Carved walnut, with original brass hardware. Measures: 78.5"W x 2...
Brass
18th Century Rococo Commode, Re-Painted Wood, Swedish Design, 1770
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
Period 18th Century Rocco commode. The top section with three drawers and below are three further drawers. This piece has been re-painted.
Wood
Italian Rococo Walnut Bombe Sideboard with Marble Top, 18th Century
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Rococo (18th Century-Veneto Region) walnut bombe shaped sideboard cabinet with molded gilt trim edge with a floral design crowned with a shaped gr...
Marble, Gold Leaf
Gilded Rococo sideboard 18th century
Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj
Gilded Rococo sideboard 18th century. Gilded polychrome finish, hand painted doors, beautiful original preservation with traces of use.
Gold Plate
19th Century, Italian Rococo Style Inlay Wood Sideboard
Located in IT
19th Century, Italian Rococo Style Inlay Wood Sideboard This sideboard was made in the Venetian area in the 19th century. The shaped model takes up the stylistic characteristics of the Venetian Rococo furniture...
Wood
Rococo Sideboard with Gilded Mirror and Carved Figures. Italy, 1920's.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An opulent Italian Rococo-style grand sideboard from the 1920's, featuring an attached oversized gilded mirror and exquisitely carved detailing throughout. Crafted beautifully, this ...
Wood
Antique Sideboard With 4 Drawers & Original Key Made In Birch From 1920s
Located in Lejre, DK
Antique birch sideboard with 4 drawers in the middle and doors on each side from around the 1920s. Original key included Measurements in cm: H:129 W:160 D:54
Birch
Astrelli Console Cabinet by Madheke
Located in Gurugram, IN
A celebration of craftsmanship and ornamentation, the Astrelli Console Cabinet draws from Rococo sensibilities while embracing quiet modernity. Featuring leather drawer fronts with ...
Brass, Metal
Italian Rococo Style Serpentine Front Walnut Two-Drawer Commode
Located in Troy, NY
Small Italian (Venice area) Rococo style Serpentine shaped commode, Walnut with thick Radica Veneer and inlay with deep, rich color. Two drawers with ornate, heavy cast brass pulls. ...
Walnut
18th Century George III Mahogany Sideboard
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality George III mahogany sideboard. The sideboard has three drawers across the top, each with ring handles. These are above to bowed cupboards, one opening to r...
Mahogany
$9,650 / item
H 30 in W 72 in D 18 in
Mae Solid Walnut Credenza, Console, Sideboard by Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Solid wood case / hand-turned legs / hand rubbed oil finish / solid brass pulls / premium, full extension, soft close drawer slides / solid wood, dovetailed drawer boxes Dimensions:...
Brass
Grand Louis XVI Style Marble Top Ebonized Sideboard Buffet
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic grand French ebonized sideboard or buffet featuring a thick Carrara marble top slab. Beautifully crafted on a massive scale in the neoclassical Louis XVI taste. The case has...
Carrara Marble, Brass, Bronze
Cabinet 18th Century Sweden Period Rococo
Located in Charleston, SC
18th century Swedish Cabinet from period rococo ca 1760 Stockholm. Original hardwares - please see in photo of very original key. Upper cabinet with two large doors, resting on six s...
Bronze
Antique Marble-Topped Sideboard
Located in Atlanta, GA
French hand-carved sideboard with Breche D'Alep marble top
Marble
$5,000
H 28.38 in W 77.82 in D 21 in
Impressive Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Large Walnut Credenza or Sideboard
By Jens Risom
Located in St. Louis, MO
Handsome Jens Risom (1916-2016) designed Danish Modern walnut credenza is perfect for office or home. Designed and produced by Jens Risom...
Walnut
Italian Colored Glass and Brass Sideboard or Credenza
Located in London, London
Colored glass sideboard Brass base and details Postmodern mix of colors Contemporary, Italy.
Brass
18th Century Dutch Painted Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Small 18th C Dutch serpentine front 3 drawer painted oak commode with a faux marble top. 1790. Reference: 8114 Dimensions 35 inches (89 cms) Wide 18 inches (46 cms) Deep 29.5 inche...
Oak
$13,410Sale Price|25% Off
H 36 in W 88 in D 20.5 in
Niermann Weeks Mirrored Sideboard/Buffet - Venetian Antique Gold Leaf Finish
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning Custom Niermann Weeks Sideboard. Venetian Antique Finish that embodies sophistication and glamour. Oxidized mirror with hand applied gold/silver leaf. An exceptionally...
Brass
18th Century French Rococo Period Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
18th Century French Rococo period commode with traces of original paint. Of beautiful proportions.
Wood, Paint
19th Century Swedish Black Painted Pine Sideboard Buffet
Located in Round Top, TX
19th century Swedish Gustavian sideboard, crafted in pine. The cabinet features a three drawer over three door configuration, giving it a classic and highly functional form. Fluted c...
Brass
$7,500
H 40 in W 49.5 in D 18.25 in
English Aesthetic Movement Faux Bamboo Marble Top Buffet Sideboard
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Grand english late 19th century buffet sideboard or server featuring an Italian Carrara marble inlay top. The case is crafted from rare fruitwood in the aesthetic movement taste with...
Marble, Iron
18th Century English Oak Sideboard
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
English oak sideboard, 18th century. With a 2 two board oak top with molded front and side edges, two levels of small drawers over two larger drawers all drawers with chamfered edges...
Brass
18th C Georgian Mahogany Sideboard
Located in High Point, NC
18th century Georgian mahogany sideboard with stepped back. There are two sliding doors on the upper part of the sideboard, following down to a wonderfully grained surface. There are...
Mahogany
$25,000
H 44.5 in W 76 in D 19 in
Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Period Carved Walnut Sideboard Credenza
Located in Forney, TX
A rare and exceptional Baroque period hand carved walnut sideboard (buffet - credenza) with beautifully aged patina. circa 1700 Hand-crafted in Italy, likely Florence or Bologna, in the early 18th century, possibly 17th century, featuring handsome rich antique walnut...
Walnut
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H 40.75 in W 75.75 in D 20 in
Fantastic Italian Inlaid Olivewood Rococo Period Sideboard Circa 1820s Era
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This fantastic Italian Rococo period sideboard, dating to the early 19th century circa 1820s, showcases the elegance and artistry of fine European cabinetmaking. Crafted from richly ...
Iron
Swedish mid 20th century rococo inspired birch sideboard
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Good quality Scandinavian birch sideboard in the rococo taste circa 1940. Comprising of a single door and a double door compartment. Top surface with decorative carved edge leads t...
Birch
Small Charming Genuine Swedish Blue Gustavian Rococo Sideboard
Located in Kramfors, SE
Small charming Swedish sideboard from the transitional period between the Rococo and Gustavian periods. This genuine, Swedish country house furniture was crafted by hand in Hälsingla...
Pine
Antique American Rococo Carved Mahogany/Marble Top Sideboard
Located in New Orleans, LA
Such a beautiful piece of American history! This stunning sideboard was made in the mid 19th century at the height of the American Rococo furniture period. One can date this piece wi...
Marble
High End Rococo Inspired Sideboard Credenza in Walnut and Brass
Located in Leicester, GB
European mid-20th century Rococo-inspired Walnut sideboard. This high-end Rococo Inspired credenza sideboard is a striking statement piece, designed to add perfect grace and form to ...
Brass
Important French Room Divider, 19th Century
By France"
Located in Madrid, ES
Title: French room divider Date/Period: XIX Century Dimension: 183cm x 165cm. Materials: Wood, Glass Additional Information: French Room Divider from the 19th century, in gilded ...
Wood
Late 18th Century Northern Swedish Country Rococo Sideboard
Located in Kramfors, SE
Northern Swedish late 18th century country house rococo sideboard. The sideboard is pine with traces of the original paint. Worn and distressed surface with characterful patina after...
Pine
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H 33.88 in W 69 in D 22 in
Romweber French Rococo Louis XV Burl Wood Sideboard Credenza, Circa 1930s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Rococo Louis XV style sideboard or credenza By Romweber, USA, Circa 1930s Exotic burled African avodire wood, with paint and gilt details and original bras...
Brass
Pair of 19th Century Scandinavian Sideboards in Rococo Style
Located in Charleston, SC
A pair of very curvy and large late 19th century Scandinavian sideboards in Rococo style painted in a soft white with two drawers under the shaped top and plenty of storage inside, r...
Oak, Paint
Mid-20th Century Rococo Inspired Birch Sideboard
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Good quality Scandinavian birch sideboard in the Rococo taste, circa 1940. Comprising of a single door and a double door compartment. Top surface with decorative carved edge leads...
Birch
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H 35.44 in W 63 in D 20.87 in
Made in Italy Consorzio Mobili Large Chest of Drawers Sideboard Part Large Suite
By Consorzio Mobili
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely handmade in Italy from brown oak by Consorzio Mobili sideboard sized bank or chest of drawers, part of a large suite As mentioned th...
Oak
18th Century Rococo Sideboard
Located in Allerum, SE
Remarkable and unusually large 18th century Rococo buffet/sideboard with great patina and in great proportions for its size, circa 1750, Sweden.
Wood
Sold
H 32.5 in W 50 in D 22 in
19th Century Empire Marble-Top Console Table with Greek God Design Front
Located in Stamford, CT
An exceptional 19th century Empire console table having a green veined marble top supported by a mahogany console base of finely carved wood work. The centre gilt gold Greek god is floating on a cloud with fiery sword and shield in hand. The centre scene flanked by a pair of column-form mahogany and gilt columns. The overall case with wonderful gilt gold...
Mahogany
19th Century French Walnut Sideboard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century French carved walnut sideboard standing on six cabriole legs. Three drawers with great storage for silver and serving pieces. Detailed ...
Marble
18th Century Louis XV Giltwood Carved Console Table
Located in Berlin, DE
A giltwood carved console table with a faux mottled rouge marble top of serpentine form, above a pierced frieze boldly carved with a central shell within C-scrolls, acanthus leaves, ...
Wood