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.
Beautiful Wooden Baroque Style Frame Classic Gold 84x74cm
Located in Poperinge, BE
Beautiful and impressive gold frame, entirely in classic Baroque style, elaborately decorated with acanthus leaves, flowers, and a ribbon pattern all around; a very high-quality fram...
Gesso, Plaster, Pine
Sunburst Starburst Mirror in Giltwood, Small Scale, Spanish Baroque
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish Baroque Style Giltwood Sunburst Mirror , 1940s-1950s Lovely Baroque style small sized giltwood sunburst mirror with gold leaf finish. This gorgeous mini size sunburst mirror...
Gold Leaf
Original 18th Century Monumental Cabinet on Stand / Italian Bargueno / European
Located in Miami, FL
Important monumental cabinet on stand. The case of the cabinet is walnut, veneered with rich rib boned ebony and luxuriously decorated with turtle ...
Walnut, Glass
19th Century Italian Table
Located in Houston, TX
19th Century Italian Table. Offered is a stunning Baroque style carved table from the late 19th century with an 18th century marble top from the Tuscany region of Italy. This lovely...
Marble
$264Sale Price|43% Off
Italian, 18th Century, Baroque Painted Metal Procession Cross
Located in Buisson, FR
Lovely baroque painted metal procession cross with a great patina. Italy circa 1750. weathered and small losses. Measurements include the wooden base. H:42cm W:28,5cm D:9cm
Metal
Important 17th Century Flemish Verdure Tapestry Depicting a Pastoral Woodland La
Located in Los Angeles, US
An important and atmospheric Flemish verdure tapestry dating to the 17th century, woven in Flanders during the height of European tapestry production. This composition presents a ser...
Wool, Cotton
17th Century Italian Louis XIV Giltwood Console Table From Naples
Located in Houston, TX
17th Century Italian Louis XIV Giltwood Console Table From Naples. This stunning period 17th century Italian Neapolitan gilt wood console is free standing and would make a grand stat...
Marble
Early 18th Century Spanish Colonial Baroque Period Carved Walnut Large Table
Located in Forney, TX
A remarkable one-of-a-kind authentic antique Spanish Colonial era Baroque period carved walnut refectory table with warm rustic distressed patina! circa 1725 Handcrafted in the firs...
Walnut
French Neo-Baroque Cast Metal Wall Mirror, Modèle Déposé, circa 1900
Located in Hannover, DE
An exceptionally decorative and finely cast wall mirror of remarkable presence, featuring an elaborate ornamental frame with richly sculptural foliate scrollwork and a striking shell...
Brass
17th Century Brussels Verdure Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
This antique pillow incorporates a genuine Flemish Brussels verdure tapestry fragment dating to the 17th century. Verdure tapestries were particularly popular in the Southern Netherl...
Wool, Feathers
Antique Baroque Cassapanca Benches, Italian, Circa 1760, Piedmont
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique pair of high quality Cassapanca benches with the original finish, decorated with typical Italian Baroque motifs. The Cassapanche were used as storage in a castle in Piedmo...
Pine
Spanish Polychromed Carved Head of Christ as Ecce Homo, early 18th century
Located in Shippensburg, PA
POLYCHROME CARVED HEAD OF CHRIST FROM A PASSION FIGURE Probably Spain, circa late 17th to early 18th century 13 1/8" H x 6 1/2" D x 6 1/2" W Polychromy, carved wood, gesso, glass e...
Metal
Pair of Authentic Fortuny “Vine & Grapes” Pattern Pillows in Coral and Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautifully tailored pair of authentic Fortuny pillows crafted from a classic vine-and-grape botanical pattern, rendered in Fortuny’s signature metallic pigment. The textile featur...
Cotton, Velvet
$2,792Sale Price / set|20% Off
19th Century Pair of Carved Walnut Folding Scissors Savonarola Bench or Settle
Located in Miami, FL
19th century carved walnut folding scissors Savonarola bench or settee featuring a carved shields in the back leather. Typical of the Italian Renaissance with carved Florentine structure . This pair created in the 19th century, most likely 1840s-1850s, are in good condition, the wood restored but the leather is damaged. The Savonarola chair is a type of folding chair with an X-frame when viewed from the front or back. It was designed to fold so it was portable and used during campaigns or other outdoor pursuits. The title Savonarola comes from the name of Italian Renaissance Dominican friar, Girolamo Savonarola, who is renowned for his clash with tyrannical rulers and corrupt clergy. This pair would make perfect hallway or entryway chairs...
Walnut
Spanish Solid Oak Sideboard Cabinet with Upper Hutch
Located in Miami, FL
A substantial antique-style oak sideboard cabinet featuring a two-part design with upper and lower storage sections. Crafted in solid wood with a rich dark finish, the piece displays...
Walnut
Antique Swedish Baroque Table With Black Jämtland Limestone Top
Located in Kastrup, DK
Swedish Baroque Table with Black Jämtland limestone Stone Top, c. 1750 This charming Baroque table originates from Sweden around the mid-18th century and is a fine example of rustic ...
Stone
$386Sale Price|20% Off
Large Vintage Gold Frame Baroque Style Classic 79x69cm
Located in Poperinge, BE
Large vintage gold-colored pine frame with a beautiful patina of age and red undertones, entirely in classic Baroque style. Large size, decorated with acanthus leaves and patterns, c...
Wood
8 Baroque Style Erotic Prints of Compromised Aristocrats & Soldiers, I
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
8 Baroque Style Erotic Prints of Compromised Aristocrats & Soldiers, I (I is our inventory tag) Italy, 20th Century Prints, This suite of eight Italian Baroque-style erotic prints ...
Glass, Paper, Wood
$2,632Sale Price|20% Off
Spanish Bench or Low Console Table with Drawers, Lyre Legs and Iron Stretcher
Located in Miami, FL
19th century Spanish bench or low console table with carved lye legs in two side of both legs. Original iron pull hardware and heavy and rare iron stretcher That back has the same ...
Iron
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
Early 19th Century Swedish Blue Painted Pine Display Cabinet
Located in Round Top, TX
Early 19th century Swedish display cabinet, crafted in pine. The cabinet has a newer, layered professional blue painted finish with a softly d...
Brass
$11,324Sale Price|35% Off
Winged Victory of Samothrace Style Sculpture – Large Decorative Statue in Beige
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Impressive large-scale sculpture inspired by the famous Winged Victory of Samothrace. This elegant decorative piece combines dynamic movement with timeless classical aesthetics. T...
Resin, Fiberglass
Large Gold Wooden Mirror, France, Early 20th Century, 97 cm
Located in Poperinge, BE
A magnificent large mirror made of wood and plaster with green and gold accents; manufactured in France and bearing a maker's label on the back dated September 15, 1920. This impres...
Mirror, Pine
Antique Square Late 17th C. Brussels Baroque Mythological Tapestry Mars Venus
Located in New York, NY
A Museum Quality piece, this is an exquisite example of a late 17th/ early 18th Century Brussels Baroque Mythological Tapestry. It is a complete piece with its original border, measu...
Tapestry, Wool
17th Century Style Verdure Floral Tapestry Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, US
Elegant antique Flemish verdure tapestry pillow featuring a dense foliate and botanical composition woven in softly aged tones of olive green, muted gold, sage, beige, and deep blue....
Wool, Cotton, Feathers
Monumental Pietre Dure Cabinet on Stand by Bernhard Ludwig
Located in London, GB
Monumental Pietre Dure Cabinet on Stand by Bernhard Ludwig By Bernhard, Ludwig (Austrian, 1834–1897) Height: 345cm, width: 240cm, depth: 70cm This monumental cabinet on stand, combi...
Bronze, Ormolu
$636Sale Price|20% Off
18th Century Italian Baroque Santos Figure
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
18th Century Italian Baroque Santos Figure Italy, 18th century or older An exquisite 18th-century Italian Baroque Santos figure is a fine example of religious artistry, dating back...
Wood
Continental Antique Baroque Style Trunk
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Continental baroque style oak trunk, circa early 19th century. With a single board rectangular overhanging top with molded front and side edges, the front with a central carved panel...
Oak
$935Sale Price|37% Off
Baroque Style Giltwood Sunburst with Angelheads, Italy, Circa 1880-1900
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful weathered one of a kind piece. Baroque sunburst with angelheads, Italy, circa 1880-1900. Weathered, small losses and old repairs Measurement includes the wooden base. H:54c...
Wood
18th Century Swedish Baroque Console Table
Located in Allerum, SE
18th-Century Swedish Baroque Alder Root Veneer Console Table. Constructed with a rectangular top featuring a veneered panel surface with mitered framing. The frieze houses a single...
Wood
Original Lobmeyr Maria Theresien Crystal Chandelier, Richly Decorated 28 Lights
Located in Vienna, AT
Very large Maria Theresa chandelier with 28 candles material metal frame with baluster decoration in the center, richly decorated with glass prism This chandlier is in perfect condit...
Crystal, Brass
Rare Pink Opaline Drops, Beads and Bobeches Micro Beaded, Chandelier circa 1920
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Housing 6 lights. Will be wired with certified sockets appropriate for country and ready to hang. (UL US for the USA) Lights sitting in pink opaline bobeches on top of gilt wood pos...
Murano Glass, Giltwood
19th Century Italian Baroque Style Giltwood Mirror
Located in Houston, TX
19th Century Italian Baroque Style Giltwood Mirror. Our outstanding antique Italian Baroque style gilt wood beveled mirror retains the original mercury mirror and really makes a stat...
Mirror, Giltwood
19th-Century Italian Baroque Giltwood Mirror with Carved Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An exuberant 19th-century Italian Baroque-style carved and giltwood mirror, richly detailed with dense foliate scrolls, acanthus plumes, and deeply pierced carving throughout. The fr...
Mirror, Giltwood
Set of Six French Os de Mouton Dining Chairs in Mohair Velvet
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous set of six French Os de Mouton baroque style dining chairs crafted from oak. The stylish chairs feature a moss green mohair velvet upholstery bordered by patinated brass tac...
Brass
Wabi Sabi French Wooden Carved Tripod Chair, Early 20th Century
Located in Odense, DK
Sculptural wooden tripod chair, made in the early 20th century in France. A beautiful brutalist object with a fine patina, well suited for the modern interior...
Wood, Pine
Art Deco Italian Ceramic Animal Figurine Macaw Parrot Porcelain Bird Figure
By Guido Cacciapuoti, Capodimonte
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
Art Deco tall Italian animal Figurine Ceramic Parrot Macaw on a tree trunk Material: porcelain, ceramic, tin glazed Design: Cacciapuoti style...
Ceramic, Majolica, Porcelain
18th Century Swedish Period Baroque Cabinet
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
Mid-18th Century Swedish Period Baroque cabinet. With decorative carved pediment with two large doors below. Super crisp carved decorative detailing, opening to shelved storage and ...
Wood
Pair of Large Venetian-Style Walnut Armchairs by Therien Studio Workshops
Located in San Francisco, CA
On offer is a pair of Venetian-style accent chairs. Four such pairs are currently available. They are made of carved Italian walnut with a distressed chestnut brown finish and uphols...
Leather, Walnut
$1,500Sale Price|33% Off
Baroque Style Credenza
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Italian baroque style hard wood credenza, late 20th century. With a rectangular top with brass studs on front and side edges, 3 frieze drawers with brass pulls and brass studs, 3 cup...
Brass
Golden Baroque Style "Golden Queen" Throne Chair
By Mice di rugiano domenico e c. s.n.c.
Located in Cantù, IT
Splendida sedia in stile barocco, caratterizzata da una struttura in legno intagliato a mano e finitura dorata a foglia oro. Lo schienale alto e sinuoso, impreziosito da dettagli orn...
Gold Leaf
Blue Hand Painted Baroque Cherub or Angel Portuguese Ceramic Tile or Azulejo
Located in Coimbra, PT
Gorgeous blue hand painted Baroque cherub or angel 18th century style Portuguese ceramic tile/azulejo The tile painted in cobalt blue over white in typical 18th century Portugal set ...
Delft, Faience, Terracotta
Gold Baroque Style Frame – Classic Wooden Frame 77x68cm
Located in Poperinge, BE
Large gold-colored pine wood frame featuring a beautiful aged patina; executed in a classic Baroque style and adorned with acanthus leaves and a ribbon motif along the border. Dates ...
Gesso, Pine
Small Antique Limed Oak Dining Table with Barley Twist Supports, English C.1920
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
A lovely limed oak dining or kitchen table with barley twist supports. It is a draw leaf table so it gives you the option of having the leaves pushed under the top to make a smaller...
Oak
19th Century Hand-Carved Soldier Cameo
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th Century Hand-Carved Soldier Cameo 2x1.25x.5
Metal
Italy 19th Century Majestic Double Bed in Walnut Restored and Polished to Wax
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Antique Italian Baroque double bed in solid walnut and veneered walnut restored and wax-polished, circa 1850 Measures cm: H182\111 W183 D220 (internal 170 x 200). ABOUT Bassano's ...
Walnut
Spanish Baroque Style Demilune Console Table with Twisted Legs, 1920s
Located in BÉTERA, ES
Striking Spanish Baroque style demilune console table dating to the early 20th century. The table features a semi-circular top supported by elegant turned Solomonic legs connected b...
Bronze
$1,053Sale Price|54% Off
17th Century French Carved Oak Baroque Altar Niche with Angel Head
Located in Buisson, FR
Unique carved oak Baroque altar niche with its original color and gilding. France, circa 1650-1700. Weathered, small losses Measurement includes the wooden base. H:65cm W:27,5cm D...
Wood
Mary Magdalene Penitent Italian painting from the 17th century of the Lombard School
Located in Milano, MI
Mary Magdalene the Penitent oil painting on canvas, of Italian, Lombard origin, dates from the 17th century and is unframed, has been lined and restored to a new frame; this ancient...
Canvas, Wood
20th Large Catalan Spanish Baroque Light Walnut Tuscan Credenza or Buffet
Located in Miami, FL
From Northern Spain, constructed of solid light walnut, the rectangular top with molded edge atop a conforming case housing four drawers over four doors, the doors paneled with solid...
Iron
Royal Delft Baluster Vase Blue and White Chinoiserie Flowers Birds Octagonal
By Delft, AK Dutch Delftware, Royal Delft
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
Royal Delft Blue Covered Baluster Vase / Urn Hand-Painted Dutch Delftware Add timeless Dutch elegance to your interior with this exquisite Royal Delft covered baluster vase, also known as decorative urns. Expertly hand-crafted and hand-painted in the renowned Delft Blue tradition, these impressive vases feature enchanting Royal blue camaieu floral decorations enhanced by a graceful peacock motif. Raised on distinctive octagonal feet and topped with matching lids, the vases showcase the exceptional artistry and craftsmanship for which Royal Delft is celebrated worldwide. Inspired by Baroque, Chinoiserie, Chinese, Oriental, and Asian decorative styles, they make striking statement pieces for traditional, classic, and eclectic interiors. Produced in Delft, The Netherlands, during the second half of the 20th century, these elegant decorative urn reflect the rich heritage of Dutch Delftware, a ceramic tradition dating back to the early 17th century. Delft Blue pottery became one of Europe's most sought-after luxury exports and remains highly collectible today. A Treasure perfect for display on a mantelpiece, console table, sideboard, or in a curated collection of fine ceramics, these Royal Delft vases combine historical charm with enduring decorative appeal. Features Authentic Royal Delft Manufactory production Hand-crafted and hand-painted Traditional Delft Blue (blue and white) decoration Floral design with peacock bird motif Covered baluster form with matching lids Marked: under the base and in the cover Octagonal foot bases Origin: Delft, The Netherlands Period: Second half of the 20th century Condition: Good Color: Blue and White Styles: Baroque, Chinoiserie, Chinese, Oriental, Asian Dimensions Width: 9.4 in (23.9 cm) Depth: 9.4 in (23.9 cm) Height: 19.5 in (49.5 cm) Royal Delft vase, Delft Blue urn...
Ceramic, Earthenware, Delft
Large Vintage Deknudt Mirror, Hollywood Regency 1970s Design
By Deknudt
Located in Poperinge, BE
Large vintage rectangular Deknudt mirror featuring beveled side panels and gold-tone acanthus accents throughout; a 1970s design piece made in Belgium in the Hollywood Regency style....
Mirror, Resin
Vintage Mid-century Baroque Style Danish High Boy Brutalist Dresser 1960s
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
This stunning vintage Danish quarter sawn Oak Highboy brings a refined and sculptural presence to a home or any space which is looking for class and a more romantic design. Crafted m...
Brass
17th Century Dutch Baroque Rosewood Chest With Etched Bone Inlay
Located in Stamford, CT
17th century Dutch Baroque rosewood and ebony miniature vargueno table top chest of drawers with etched bone inlay. Beautifully decorated with inlay of various designs, including an ...
Bone, Rosewood
Italian Murano Glass Floral Chandelier, 1960s — Giovanni Dalla Fina
By Giovanni Dalla Fina Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
Italian Murano glass multi-light suspended chandelier crafted during the nineteen sixties showcases vibrant, celebratory Venetian Baroque revival lighting design by Giovanni Dalla Fi...
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass
17th Century Italian Ebonised Ripple Framed Mirror
Located in London, GB
Wonderful 17th Century Italian ebonised Guilloché mirror with carved ripple moulding. Luigi XIV, Piedmont. The rectangular plate within a cushion frame of convex and carved ripple m...
Walnut
Vintage Danish Baroque Brutalist Style Oak Cabinet 1960s
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
This mid-century cabinet reflects the Baroque Brutalist style that emerged in Denmark in the 1960s. Often attributed to Danish designer Henning Kjærnulf, it blends traditional Europe...
Metal
Vintage Italian Music Box by Reuge, Hand-Painted Floral Design, 1970s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Italian large footed music box in light gold color with top finely hand painted and wood inlaid with foliages floral decor, brass hardware. Small Vintage Italian handcrafted ...
Fruitwood
Exceptional & Large Two Part Dutch Baroque Walnut Vitrine / China Cabinet
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Discover a truly exceptional and generously sized two part vitrine / display cabinet, expertly crafted in the opulent Dutch Baroque style. Its beauty lies in the exquisite walnut ve...
Brass
Baroque Antique Nordic Provincial Oak Table 1800s Rustic Farmhouse, Rich Patina
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Rare Dated 1807 Solid Oak Farmhouse Baroque Table. A remarkable piece of rural craftsmanship, this heavy and robust solid oak centre table carries with it more than two centuries of...
Oak