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Spanish Colonial Furniture

SPANISH COLONIAL STYLE

After the conquest of Mexico in 1521 and the Philippines in 1565, Spain dictated a global culture. The colonization of territories in the Americas, Western Europe, Africa, Oceania and the Pacific imposed the values of Spain, including Catholicism, while the extraction of resources reinforced the empire’s wealth and power. Unlike many styles that came out of European colonialism, such as British Colonial, Spanish Colonial furniture and architecture frequently mixed local heritage with the artistic traditions of Spain.

Spanish Colonial furniture was informed by the shifting styles of Europe as well as Indigenous culture. There were Inca tapestries depicting Spanish coats of arms and Baroque chairs adorned with tropical flora. The butaca, a low easy chair popular in the Caribbean, was inspired by Rococo’s curving forms and the shape of precolonial seating. In New Mexico, Pueblo artisans carved chests with patterns reminiscent of Anasazi art.

Even within the homes of the wealthy, furniture was usually restricted to necessities like benches, desks, cupboards and chests. These were often ornately designed and especially important for storing prized goods like textiles. Spanish Colonial houses were built with adobe and clay and tended to be minimally decorated, so the style’s heavily carved wooden furniture pieces stood out against a home’s white stucco walls.

The Spanish Colonial period mostly came to an end after the territories achieved independence from Spain. However, its aesthetics continued to influence Southwestern style and Spanish Colonial Revival style after Spanish Colonial style was used extensively at San Diego’s 1915 Panama-California Exposition.

Find a collection of antique Spanish Colonial chairs, tables, bedroom furniture and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Spanish Colonial
Creator: Britt Jewett
Spanish Influenced Top Cresting Wrought Iron Exterior Lantern Wall Mount, Grey
Located in Santa Paula, CA
Designed to pair with the historic Oreña Adobe in Santa Barbara, a Spanish influenced top cresting, sharp geometries and six-sided tapered shape. ...
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2010s American Spanish Colonial Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Modern Spanish Colonial Style Wrought Iron Exterior Lantern with bell-curved lid
Located in Santa Paula, CA
This classic lantern features a tapered profile, bell-curved lid, and an elemental aesthetic. Open glass panels and rivet detailing lend a modern twist to a classic lantern style. Su...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Spanish Colonial Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Contemporary Mediterranean Detailed Wrought Iron Pendant Lantern Light, Grey
Located in Santa Paula, CA
This lantern has Mediterranean style precedence with historic profiles and contemporized geometric lines. A striking fixture during the day but even more so at night when the pattern...
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2010s American Spanish Colonial Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Spanish Wrought Iron Exterior Arm Mount Lantern, Brown Old World Finish
Located in Santa Paula, CA
Our De La Guerra 08 lantern finished in our DLG Old World finish has Mediterranean style precedence with historic profiles and contemporized geometric lines. A striking fixture durin...
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2010s American Spanish Colonial Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Contemporary Mediterranean Exterior Arm Mount Lantern, Old World, Antique Glass
Located in Santa Paula, CA
Our De La Guerra lantern has Mediterranean style precedence with historic profiles and contemporary geometric lines. A striking fixture during the day but even more so at night when ...
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2010s American Spanish Colonial Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Spanish Wrought Iron Exterior Arm Mount Lantern, Grey (Zinc Finish)
Located in Santa Paula, CA
Our De La Guerra lantern finished in our premium dark zinc finish has Mediterranean style precedence with historic profiles and contemporized geometric lines. A striking fixture duri...
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2010s American Spanish Colonial Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Spanish Wrought Iron - Exterior Arm Mount Lantern, Grey
Located in Santa Paula, CA
Our De La Guerra lantern has Mediterranean style precedence with historic profiles and contemporized geometric lines. A striking fixture during the day but even more so at night when...
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16 Custom Lights for Lisa-
Located in Santa Paula, CA
Quantity 10 Arm Mount Lights at 24" with Old World Finish and Antique Glass: Price: $2,590. List: $3,700. 70%Off Quantity 4 Arm Mount Lights at 32" with Old World Finish and Antique Glass: Price: $3,325. List: $4,500. 70%Off Quantity 2 Post Mount Lights...
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Wrought Iron

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Spanish Colonial furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Spanish Colonial 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 tables, more furniture and collectibles, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Spanish Colonial furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, Spain, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Dos Gallos Studio, Thomasville, Cesar, and Santa Barbara Lighting Company. 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 $13 and tops out at $380,000 while the average work can sell for $2,862.

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