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.
Antique Neo-Baroque Italian Barley Twist Bar Cart Serving Trolley, Italy, 1920s
Located in Vienna, AT
A wonderfully proportioned carved bar cart / serving table / beverage tea trolley / butler’s table from Italy in Baroque / Tudor style, dated around 1920. A beautiful and decorative ...
Cane, Glass, Wood
Mid Century French Sculptural Petite Brass Bar Cart with Black Glass C1948
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Very elegant with fine brass castings in a petite bar serving cart from France. Two black glass shelves bottom shelf is 19 x 14 and the top shelf is 15.5 x 23. A smaller size for a d...
Brass
Baroque Bronze Two Tier Bar or Tea Cart
Located in Miami, FL
Gorgeous bronze Baroque 2 tier bar or tea cart. under the with wood shelves. Features a heavy ornate bronze frame on casters wheels. Measure to the low shelve: 6.29in Measure to the...
Bronze
1970s French Baroque Style Globe Bar Cart With Wheels
Located in High Point, NC
This 1970s French Baroque style globe bar cart combines decorative flair with playful functionality, serving as both a statement piece and a conversatio...
Metal
Italian Mid-Century Bamboo and Rattan Serving Bar Cart or Trolley, 1970
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Italian Mid-Century Bamboo and Rattan Serving Bar Cart or Trolley, 1970 Gorgeous bar cart or trolley made of curved bamboo and rattan during the Italian mid-century in the 1960s. Th...
Bamboo, Rattan
$3,424 / item
H 30 in W 36 in D 16 in
Custom Lacquered Mid-Century Modern Bar Cart, Brass details & Glass Shelves
By Chris Earl
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This bar cart can be lacquered in any pantone color! Solid wood constructed bar cart with hand-cut joinery, tempered glass panels, and fine metal accents...
Brass
Mid Century Italian Brass Bar Cart
Located in Atlanta, GA
Midcentury brass bar cart, probably Italian, circa 1960s. Two large oval glass shelves provide lots of storage. Can be used as a bar cart, serving cart, or as movable storage in an o...
Brass
Art Deco Bar Cart, Trolley designed by Pander and Zn, 1920s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Original Art Deco Bar Cart, Trolley solid wood with walnut veneer captures with its round shapes and a glass top designed by Pander and Zn, 1920s, Dutch design. The Trolley is in a g...
Metal
Mid-Century Italian Bamboo & Rattan Bar Cart Serving Trolley
Located in Forney, TX
A charming mid-century Italian modern bamboo and rattan bar cart / rolling server / petite cocktail drinks service trolley. Made in Italy, circa 1960s/1970, oval cart with two tie...
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage Treitl-Gratz Walnut Two-Tier Serving/ Bar Cart
Located in North Miami, FL
Retaining its original manufacturers label, this Treitl-Gratz Art Deco two-tier rolling serving cart boasts curved metal frame and two tiers with walnut tray style levels and a turne...
Metal
$899
H 24.81 in W 20.87 in D 11.03 in
Italian Riviera Bamboo and Rattan Bar Cart Serving Trolley, 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
A highly decorative bamboo, rattan and glass serving trolley or bar cart, 1950s. Removable serving tray. Very good vintage condition with patina and sins of usage.
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Glass
Elegant Wooden Bar Cart Serving Trolley, Italy, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Elegant Italian midcentury tea trolley or bar cart in the style of Ico Parisi. Including the original removable serving tray and the glass top.
Brass
Bauhaus Style Tubular Trolley or Bar Cart 1970s
Located in Miami, FL
Wonderful and rare Bauhaus style trolley or bar cart . Very well designed with a timeless and modern appearance due to the combination of black glass and the chromed tubular frame. I...
Chrome
Hollywood Regency Bar Cart Italy 1970s
By Hollywood Glam
Located in Čelinac, BA
Hollywood Regency Bar Cart Italy 1970s
Gold Plate
$1,175
H 29.53 in W 27.56 in D 18.51 in
Italian Midcentury Serving Bar Cart or Trolley with Teak Trays, 1970s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Classic serving cart, bar or trolley from the Italian mid-century, 1970s of great quality. The base of the trolley is made of black metal with two beautiful teak wood veneer shelves....
Metal
Bar cart 1970s
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Barcart 1970s. Beautifully crafted and real quality... Thich glass, hard rubber. W - 78,50 cm, D - 43,50 cm, H - 26; 50; 72 cm.
Iron
Globe Drinks Trolley Atlas Decorative Cocktail Bar
Located in Buxton, GB
This vintage drinks trolley is a unique addition to any living room. With a circular shape and multicoloured design, it's sure to catch the eye of any guest. The trolley has a distan...
Plastic
1940's French Baroque Style Brass Two Tier Bar Cart
Located in New York, NY
Amazing 1940's French Baroque style brass and black glass two tier bar cart, in vintage original condition with some wear and patina to the brass due to age and use, with the origina...
Brass
Baroque Bronze Two Tier Bar or Tea Cart
Located in Miami, FL
Gorgeous bronze Baroque 2 tier bar or tea cart. under the with wood shelves. Features a heavy ornate bronze frame on casters wheels. Measure to the low shelve: 25.29in Measure to th...
Bronze
Baroque Bronze Two Tier Bar or Tea Cart
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Gorgeous bronze Baroque 2 tier bar or tea cart. Stamped "Made in Portugal" under the top mirrored shelf. Features a heavy ornate bronze frame on casters with a mirrored top shelf and...
Bronze
Sold
H 29.14 in W 27.56 in D 17.72 in
Baroque Style Italian Walnut Hand Carved Trolley Bar Cart, 1950s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Baroque style bar trolley with tray, hand carved walnut.
Glass, Walnut
Baroque Brass Two-Tier Bar Cart
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Baroque style brass bar cart with a mirror top and carved mirror bottom shelf. Cart has beautiful detail. Trolley.
Bronze
Mid-19th Century Spanish Carved Walnut "Brasero" Table with Repousse Brass Bowl
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant and unusual fruitwood table was created in Spain, circa 1800. The ornate, round table features four turned legs with crossed stretcher and center carved finial. The round top has a removable brass tray with intricate brass handles decorated with dolphins and cherubs, and repousse floral motifs throughout. The surface is further embellished with decorative brass nailheads. In its original use, this kind of "Brasero" table (from the French term "Brasier"), was used as a heater. Today, this kind of piece could be used as a wonderful greenery plant stand, or as a bar cart to keep drinks cold! The unusual table...
Brass
Baroque Brass Two-Tier Bar Cart
Located in New York, NY
Baroque style brass two-tier bar cart with a glass top and bottom. Cart has beautiful detail. Trolley.
Bronze
Baroque Brass Two-Tier Bar Cart
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Baroque style brass bar cart with a mirror top and carved mirror bottom shelf. Cart has beautiful detail. Trolley.
Bronze
Italian Late 19th Century Wooden Inlaid Two-Tier Bar Cart
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Italian 19th Century wooden inlaid two-tier bar cart.
Fruitwood, Mahogany
1950s Baroque Style Brass Bar Cart
Located in New York, NY
1950s Baroque style brass two-tier bar cart. In vintage original condition with some wear and patina.
Brass
Sold
H 32.68 in W 43.31 in D 21.66 in
19th Century Italian Handmade Bronze Serving Table, Cart with Capodimonte
Located in Vilnius, LT
Antique Italian handmade bronze serving table - cart 19 century decorated with Capodimonte porcelain. With original old silver mirrors.
Bronze