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Renaissance Furniture

RENAISSANCE STYLE

Spanning an era of cultural rebirth in Europe that harkened back to antiquity, the Renaissance was a time of change in design. From the late 1400s to the early 1600s, Rome, Venice and Florence emerged as artistic centers through the expansion of global trade and a humanist belief in the arts being central to society. Antique Renaissance furniture was ornately carved from sturdy woods like walnut, its details standing out against the tapestries and stained glass adorning the walls.

Renaissance chests, which were frequently commissioned for marriages, were often decorated with gilding or painted elements. Those that were known as cassoni were crafted in shapes based on classical sarcophagi. As opposed to the medieval era, when furniture was pared down to the necessities, a wide range of Renaissance chairs, tables and cabinets were created for the home, and the designs regularly referenced ancient Rome.

Large torchères of the Renaissance era that were used as floor lamps were inspired by classical candelabras, while marble surfaces evoked frescoes. The inlaid boxes being imported from the Middle East informed the intarsia technique, which involved varying hues of wood in mosaic-like patterns, such as those by architect Giuliano da Maiano in the Florence Cathedral.

Tapestry-woven cushion covers accented the variety of Renaissance seating — from conversation to study chairs — while bookcases for secular use reflected the migration of culture and knowledge from the church into the home. The aesthetics of the Italian Renaissance later spread to France through the publishing of work by renowned designers, including Hugues Sambin and Jacques Androuet du Cerceau. Centuries later, the 19th-century Renaissance Revival would see a return to this influential style.

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Style: Renaissance
Rare 17th Century French Country Style Limestone Fireplace Mantle with Trumeau
Located in Beervelde, BE
This antique fireplace surround is very unique. The condition and the patina are so important for this piece from the French Renaissance period. This real museum piece is an enhance...
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Early 17th Century French Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Limestone

Morroni & Tega Gualdo Tadino Rinascimental Italian Majolica Pair of Plates
Located in Brescia, IT
Pair of Majolica plates. Rinascimental décor. Perfect condition.
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1930s Italian Vintage Renaissance Furniture

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Majolica

Lion Fountains, Lifesize Outdoor Statues, Patinated Bronze, England, 1860s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of Lifesize Bronze Lion Fountains on Pedestals, 19th Century Monumental Outdoor Statues, Priced for pair (two pairs available) Two monumental...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Bronze

Hexagonal Column In Turquoise Wood Carved and Lacquered Tuscany Mid-20th Century
Located in Milano, MI
Ivory And Turquoise Wood Hexagonal Column in carved and lacquered wood. The supporting base is hexagonal in shape the side measures 15 cm. 15, with deep molding and frames in oxide s...
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Mid-20th Century Renaissance Furniture

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Hardwood

Original Antique Print of The Holy Family After Raphael. C.1850
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great image after Raphael Fine steel engraving Published circa 1850 Unframed. Free shipping
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1850s English Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Paper

17th Century Italian Renaissance Walnut Table
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Superb Italian Renaissance walnut table from the 17th century Table that can be used as a desk or a small dining room table It has a very beautiful walnut top with a beautiful thickn...
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17th Century Italian Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Walnut

Pair of 19th C. Italian Brass Candelabras
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of ornate Italian candelabra-style lights. They feature metal framework with intricate floral and grapevine motifs, including grape clusters and vine leaves. Each lamp holds m...
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19th Century Italian Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Brass

Gilded Mirror With Acanthus Leaf Decoration, 17th-century Italian Inspiration
Located in Paris, FR
Patinated gilded mirror in wood and stucco decorated with stylized acanthus leaf friezes inspired by 17th century Italian Renaissance. Gilding to the leaf. Made by Atelier RTCD...
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2010s French Renaissance Furniture

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Mirror, Stucco, Giltwood

Pair of French 19th Century Renaissance St. Bronze, Ormolu and Marble Tazzas
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An outstanding pair of French 19th century Renaissance st. patinated bronze, ormolu and Rouge Griotte lidded tazzas. Each tazza is raised by an elegant square stepped Rouge Griotte m...
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19th Century French Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

A Greek Crucifix painted in the Renaissance style.
Located in PARIS, FR
The crucifix painted in the Renaissance style. Tempera on wood Inscription: INBI In the Eastern Church where Greek is the main liturgical language, one would find “INBI” for Ἰησοῦς ὁ...
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Early 19th Century Greek Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Wood

Italian 19th Century Renaissance St. Wrought Iron Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A striking and very unique Italian 19th century Renaissance st. wrought iron chandelier. The four arm chandelier displays eight impressive spikes with a beautiful pierced central cur...
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19th Century Italian Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Pair of Monumental Carrara Marble Candlesticks, Rome, 17th Century
Located in Walkertshofen, BY
These monumental candlesticks are absolutely rare in this execution. They are divided into four segments in a multiple way and perfectly rotated. They are connected to each other by ...
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Late 17th Century Italian Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Carrara Marble

PERINO DEL VAGA 'After', Important Flemish Grotesque Tapestry, Circa 1550
Located in Chatham, ON
Important - 16th century - grand scale - museum quality - Renaissance period - antique Flemish finely woven grotesque tapestry panel in wool and silk - after designs by PERINO DEL VA...
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16th Century Belgian Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Wool, Silk

Sculpture of John The Baptist, 16th Century
Located in North Miami, FL
Early 16th Century Spanish gold gilded and polychromed carved wood sculpture of John The Baptist.
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16th Century Spanish Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Gold Leaf

Original Antique Print After Jan Luyken, Amsterdam, Genesis IX, 1724
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful copper-plate engraving after Jan Luyken Published by Marten Schagen, Amsterdam. 1724 Text on verso The measurement given is the paper size.
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1720s Dutch Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Paper

Coppia di Cariatidi Italiane Scolpite in Noce Inizio 1600 Grandi 7ft circa
Located in Milano, MI
Coppia di Importanti Cariatidi del 1600 in legno intagliato a patina scura provenienti da un complesso corale impiegati come divisori tra gli stalli. Le due figure sono asessuate, co...
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Early 17th Century Italian Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Wood, Walnut

Pair of 20th Century Black Painted Bronze and Slate Urns Mantlepieces
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of 19th Century renaissance style Black Painted patinated Bronze and Slate Urns / mantlepieces Measures 7" in width, 6" in depth x 10" Height.
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Early 20th Century Unknown Renaissance Furniture

Materials

Slate, Bronze

Antique French Rennaisance Moreau Figural Metal Table Lamp w/ Two Women
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Rennaisance Moreau Figural Metal Table Lamp w/ Two Women. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 34" H (to finial) x 25" H (to light sock...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Renaissance Furniture

Materials

Metal

French 19th Century Renaissance Style Ormolu Six-Light Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most handsome French 19th century Renaissance st. ormolu six light chandelier. The chandelier is centered by a finely chased and etched foliate finial below an elaborate and most d...
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19th Century French Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Ormolu

Early 1900s Antique French Renaissance Style Carved Walnut Sideboard
Located in Austin, TX
Gorgeous Antique Sideboard, French Renaissance Style, Carved Walnut, early 1900s, 20th century!! French Renaissance style walnut sideboard/...
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Early 20th Century French Renaissance Furniture

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Walnut

19th Century Spanish Armchair
Located in Miami, FL
Renaissance style armchair from the Catalan region of Spain. Constructed from richly stained oak and leather, accented with wonderful nailheads.
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Early 20th Century Spanish Renaissance Furniture

Materials

Leather, Oak

Vintage Italian Renaissance Style Double Curule X-Frame Settee Savonarola Bench
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian Renaissance Style Double Curule X-Frame Settee Savonarola Bench. Item features a solid walnut carved wood frame, stretcher base, double curved seats, red textured flo...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Renaissance Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of neoclassical marble vases, late 18th century early 19th century
Located in PAU, FR
Pair of neoclassical marble vases crater shape in ancient, late 18th century early 19th Some gaps
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Marble

Original Antique Print of Susanna and The Elders After Ludovico Carracci. C.1850
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great image after Ludovico Carracci Fine steel engraving Published circa 1850 Unframed. Free shipping
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1850s English Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Paper

Pair of Italian Renaissance Style Silver Plate Chalices
Located in Queens, NY
Pairof Italian Renaissance-style (19th century) silver plate ceremonial chalice cups with 4 medallions on shaped base (priced as pair).  
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19th Century Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Silver

Original Antique Print of Moses Striking The Rock After Nicolas Poussin. C.1850
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great image after Nicolas Poussin Fine steel engraving Published circa 1850 Unframed. Free shipping
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1850s English Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Paper

English Renaissance Oak Lectern
Located in Queens, NY
English Renaissance style (19/20th Cent) stained oak square based lectern with carved shield sides.
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19th Century British Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Oak

Antique French Empire Renaissance Gilt Metal & Glass Cherub Table Lamps a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Empire Renaissance Revival Gilt Metal & Cut Glass Triple Cherub Table Lamps - a Pair. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 34" H (to finial) x 21" H (to light socke...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Renaissance Furniture

Materials

Metal

Beautiful Italian Table " à lyre"
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
BEAUTIFUL ITALIAN TABLE « À LYRE » ORIGIN : ITALY PERIOD : 17th century Height : 76 cm Length : 197 cm Width : 77 cm Walnut wood This fine example of a highly architectural m...
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17th Century Italian Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Wood, Walnut

Vintage Italian Renaissance Wing Griffin Fiberglass Garden Pedestal Stands Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian Renaissance Style Winged Griffin Cast Fiberglass Garden Pedestal Stands Made to Look like Weathered Terracotta - a Pair. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 19" Hi...
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Mid-20th Century Renaissance Furniture

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Fiberglass

Mid-Century Framed Print of View of Innsbruck from Artist Durer
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
View of Innsbruck Harbor, on the river of Inn, Austria in a later print of one Durer's pieces, framed in New York City in the 1960's by Catalda Fine Arts, Inc. Impressive artwork de...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Renaissance Furniture

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Wood, Paper

Views Of Venice, After Vicentini & Canaletto, Framed Engravings, 19th Century
By Giovanni Antonio Canal (Canaletto)
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Pair of framed engravings depicting views of Venice, the Grand Canal and the Saint Joseph district, after a model by Antonio Visentini (1688-1782) They are described in Latin as ...
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19th Century Italian Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Paper

Antique Renaissance Cherubic Bronze Door Knocker
Located in New York, NY
Renaissance style door knocker featuring two cherubic figures holding a central element, possibly a shield or a decorative motif. It is made of cast bronze with a dark patina. The or...
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Early 20th Century Renaissance Furniture

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Bronze

Original Antique Print of Cupid After E.Sirani. C.1870
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful image of cupid Fine steel engraving after E.Sirani Published C.1870 Unframed. The measurement given is the paper size
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1870s English Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Paper

French Buffet-Credence Cabinet Deux Corps Renaissance 16th Century France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Important Renaissance sideboard-credence. This piece of furniture, originally a very large chest from the 16th century chest from the 16th century has three panels carved with mascar...
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16th Century French Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Wood

Set of Two Hand-Pair of Italian Renaissance Style Platters by N. Tapolini, 1970s
Located in NICE, FR
Set of Two Hand-Painted Italian Majolica Plates by N. Tapolini, Castelli, 1977–1978. A beautiful pair of hand-painted decorative majolica plates signed by N. Tapolini, crafted in Cas...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Renaissance Furniture

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Ceramic

"The Three Ages of Man" Oil on Canvas After Titian 19th Century
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
This very beautiful oil on canvas is a reworking of the left part of the painting The Three Ages of Man" by the Italian Renaissance master of the Venetian school, Tiziano Vecellio, k...
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19th Century Antique Renaissance Furniture

Materials

Paint

The Secret Language of the Renaissance by Richard Stemp
Located in Bradenton, FL
The Secret Language of the Renaissance, decoding the hidden symbolism in Italian art, by Richard Stemp. Hardcover book with dustjacket. First edition, published in 2006 by Duncan Bai...
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21st Century and Contemporary Renaissance Furniture

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Paper

El Longo Wall Mirror
Located in Milan, IT
Classic rectangular Venetian mirror, made in the strictest Murano tradition with rich bands carefully engraved by hand. All assembled with golden crystal elements handmade in the Mur...
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2010s Italian Renaissance Furniture

Materials

Glass

Renaissance Monastery Table - 16th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Superb and rare Renaissance period oak monastery table from the Flanders Unique museum quality table with a superb top that has an extraordinary patina. Its 5cm thick top gives it a...
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16th Century Belgian Antique Renaissance Furniture

Materials

Oak

Pair of English Renaissance Tapestry Portraits
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of English Renaissance style tapestry portraits of a nobleman and lady both wearing large white lace collars in gilt frames (19th Cent)
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19th Century British Antique Renaissance Furniture

Materials

Fabric

Pair Of Electrified Bronze Candlesticks - Italy - 17th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
A magnificent pair of Italian bronze torchères/candlesticks from the 17th century Superb Italian work of very good quality. In addition, the size of the candlesticks is impressive a...
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17th Century Italian Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Bronze

20th Century Italian Pineapple Lamp Base from Tuscany
Located in Milano, MI
From Italy a very decorative Italian table lamp base entirely handmade by Bartolozzi & Maioli in Firenze, circa 1950s. On a faux marble gray co...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Renaissance Furniture

Materials

Pine

18th Century French Statue in Terracotta
Located in Dallas, TX
18th century French terracotta statue with Madonna and child.
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18th Century French Antique Renaissance Furniture

Materials

Terracotta

Pair of Italian Renaissance Pine Sgabello Side Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Italian Renaissance style Venetian (20th Cent) pine carnival viewing sgabello style side chairs with a Pair carved heads on back.
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20th Century Italian Renaissance Furniture

Materials

Pine

17th Century Renaissance Sgabello Walnut Chair
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Beautiful 17th century (1650-1680) Sgabello. The countries where this could originate are located in and around the Alps. So Switzerland, Austria, Southern Germany, and Northern Ita...
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17th Century Swiss Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Walnut

Cappeo Wall Mirror
Located in Milan, IT
Venetian mirror made in the strictest Murano tradition with a crest and a rich frame carefully engraved by hand. All assembled with crystal/gold elements handmade in the Murano furna...
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2010s Italian Renaissance Furniture

Materials

Glass

Cappeo Wall Mirror
$4,048 / item
Table with four chairs, Renaissance style, Germany, circa 1870
Located in Chorzów, PL
The antique set of chairs and a table in the Renaissance style were made of oak wood in the second half of the 19th century. Seats and backrests of chairs upholstered with fabric, wo...
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Late 19th Century German Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Walnut

Italian Renaissance Style Walnut Savonarola Armchair
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Renaissance-style (19th Century) carved walnut Savonarola style armchair with carved heads. (Matching loveseat: 041408)
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19th Century Antique Renaissance Furniture

Materials

Walnut

French Desk
Located in Annville, PA
This Chippendale style Mahogany and Leather French Desk is produced by Niagara Furniture. A high quality writing desk that sets the standard for beauty and function among antique rep...
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2010s Renaissance Furniture

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

French Desk
French Desk
$4,165 / item
Late 17th Century Tuscan Italian Walnut Cassone
Located in Hudson, NY
This nicely detailed walnut Italian cassone or chest is from the late 17th century approx. circa 1680 to 1700. Formally part of the collection of a Frick museum board member the piec...
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Late 17th Century Italian Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Walnut

Decorative Carved Panel - France, 19th Century
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Decorative Carved Panel France, 19th Century 15,5 x L 30,5 x 3 cm Carved in richly grained wood, this 19th-century decorative panel draws direct inspiration from Renaissance ornamen...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Wood

18th Century Italian Renaissance Style Walnut Etagere Stand with Drawer
Located in Doylestown, PA
Unique Italian Renaissance style etagere stand, c. late 18th century. A masterfully crafted stand of figured walnut featuring a single paneled drawer with a finished interior and two shelves between Renaissance style end supports. A beautifully made piece joined with a type of mortise and tenon where the mortise part is cleverly hidden. The tray form top has two sturdy, carved handles and back lip edge. The walnut has rich color and interesting grain pattern with satin-like patina. A solid, high quality and versatile stand with nice detail. This is a wonderful antique in good condition which would be useful in many settings. It would be lovely in a small space like a powder room or as a reading side...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Renaissance Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique L&F Moreau Spelter Metal Painted Figural Boy and Girl Table Lamp - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique L&F Moreau Spelter Metal Painted Double Figural Boy and Girl Table Lamps - a Pair. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 40" H (to finial) x 2...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Renaissance Furniture

Materials

Metal

Antique Italian Polychrome and Giltwood Alter Candlestick, 18th Century
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Unusual Antique 18th century Italian polychrome & giltwood Alter candlestick Additional information: Materials: giltwood, Polychrome ...
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18th Century Italian Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Giltwood

Antique Renaissance Style Wooden Carved Pieta Sculpture with Mary & Christ
Located in Philadelphia, PA
In a Renassaince style. Possibly Northern European or German. In the form of the Virgin Mary cradling the lifeless mortal body of Jesus Christ after his removal from the cross. This is known as the Pietà - the sixth of the "Seven Sorrows of Mary" and a common depiction in sculpture. Carved out of several joined wood blocks. Simply a wonderful antique Religious sculpture...
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Early 20th Century Renaissance Furniture

Materials

Wood

PORTUGUESE PAPER STATIONERY 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
STATIONERY D. JOSÉ 18th Century 19th century Portuguese. in chestnut wood, with two drawers and three drawers. Folding lid with drawers and bins. Signs of use. Dim.: 140 x 115 x ...
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18th Century Portuguese Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Wood

Large Madonna and Child Statue , France 16th century
Located in PARIS, FR
Large Virgin and Child Statue in Majesty, seated, holding Christ in her left hand. Sixteenth century Mosan(?) work. Oak wood, hollowed out at the back. No traces of original gilt no...
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16th Century French Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Oak

Small Two-Body Buffet Decorated with Bird Quills
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Small two-body buffet decorated with bird feathers ORIGIN : FRANCE PERIOD : 16th CENTURY Measures: height: 170 cm length: 106 cm depth: 51 cm Walnut wood This cha...
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16th Century Antique Renaissance Furniture

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Walnut

French Renaissance Style 'Coat of Arms' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
French fireback in Renaissance style with a coat of arms. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon request it can be made black / pewter. The condition ...
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20th Century French Renaissance Furniture

Materials

Iron

Renaissance furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Renaissance furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, decorative objects, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, walnut and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Renaissance furniture 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 furniture, popular names associated with this style include Europa Antiques, Sinke & Van Tongeren, Albrecht Dürer, and Castelli. 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 furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $35 and tops out at $3,217,683 while the average work can sell for $6,828.

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