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.
Danish Modern, Serving Table With Bobbin Turned Legs & Colorful Tiles, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
This Danish Modern serving table / side table from the 1950s is a delightful fusion of form and color. Its standout feature lies in the bobbin turned legs, adding a touch of vintage ...
Ceramic, Oak
$25,000
Fine English Oak Server
Located in Greenwich, CT
A fine early 18th century English oak low dresser, having a molded top over three inlaid drawers over lovely scalloped apron with whale's tail ...
Oak
$3,285Sale Price|26% Off
H 35 in W 43.25 in D 22 in
Antique English Hand-Carved Mahogany "Adam" Style Serpentine Server or Huntboard
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Fine quality antique English hand-carved mahogany "Adam" style serpentine server, huntboard or hall console Please note superbly hand-carved "Adam" urn and sunbursts along apron a...
Mahogany
Fine and Exceptional Empire Pier Table
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A 19th century classical Empire pier console table having a beveled rectangular marble top above an Ogee mahogany veneered apron raised on carved and gilt white Alabaster Ionic colum...
Alabaster
$3,295
H 29.14 in W 29.53 in D 18.31 in
George Coslin Rosewood and Chrome Serving Bar Cart with Drawers, Italy 1950s
By Bernini, George Coslin
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning Mid-Century Italian bar cart, fully made of rosewood, chrome-plated metal, and white laminate. This incredibly elegant and unique piece was designed by George Coslin and pro...
Metal, Chrome
$2,942
H 29.14 in W 29.93 in D 18.51 in
George Coslin Serving Bar Cart with Drawers in Rosewood and Chrome, Italy, 1950s
By George Coslin, Bernini
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous Mid-Century Italian bar trolley crafted in a refined mix of rosewood, chrome-plated metal, and white laminate. This refined and distinctive piece was designed by George Cos...
Metal, Chrome
18th Century English Oak Console or Serving Table
Located in High Point, NC
18th century oak console table from England. The top has a beveled edge, following down to a hand carved apron with nulling decoration over h...
Oak
Walnut Server with Brass or Stainless Steel Inlays
Located in Ballard, CA
The walnut server is a handcrafted edition with traditional joinery, mitred corners, with tapered legs and brass or stainless steel inlays. Each piece is stamped. Custom sizes and ...
Brass, Stainless Steel
Danish Teak Reading and Serving Table, 1950s
By HMN Denmark
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great original 1950s Danish mobile reading or serving table by HMN Denmark, two teak trays on a chrome plated frame with three casters, adjustable in height (24"-36"), angle of the l...
Chrome
Jacques Adnet Rolling Serving Table, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Blackened Wrought iron with faux bamboo brass details and a star finial, original Moleskin top with brass corners.
Brass, Wrought Iron
19thC Large English Gothic Pine Server Table
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1890. 19thC large English Gothic pine server table Measures: W 198 x D 52 x H 74.5cm.
Pine
$2,250
H 37.75 in W 39.5 in D 16 in
Russian Neoclassical Style Console/Server or Commode with Marble Top
Located in Manhasset, NY
Russian neoclassical style console with inverted sides and marble top. This fine Maison Jansen inspired console table or serving tab...
Mahogany
Jacques Adnet Rolling Serving Table, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Rolling serving table in patinated steel and brass with a Moleskin top
Brass, Steel
$12,500 / item
H 34.25 in W 71.5 in D 21.5 in
Custom Regency Style English Yew Wood Three-Drawer Server
Located in Woodbury, CT
Created by our English craftsmen, this serving table has the unencumbered lines of the Regency period, but with just enough panache to create visual interest. The rosewood crossbandi...
Yew, Mahogany, Rosewood
17th Century English Oak Heavily Carved Sideboard or Serving Table
Located in Milford, NH
A finely detailed 17th century oak rectangular sideboard or serving table with heavily carved frieze decoration, including carved dragons, griffins, and serpents, other mythical crea...
Oak
17th Century Spanish Walnut Refectory Table with Drawers
Located in Essex, MA
17th Century Spanish Walnut Long Table of the Baroque Period. All original. Beautiful Patina. Carved drawers along front frieze. Rich Walnut. Bearing Heraldic Carvings of Cast...
Walnut
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H 25.2 in W 32.29 in D 16.93 in
Serving Table in Oak by a Danish Cabinetmaker, Twisted Legs, Early 20th Century
Located in Odense, DK
This stunning serving table in oak with twisted legs is a beautiful example of early 20th-century Danish craftsmanship. It is expertly crafted from high-quality oak wood, with a design that is both elegant and functional. The table features a rectangular top that is perfect for serving food or displaying decorative items. The table also features a lower shelf that provides additional storage space. The shelf is set between the twisted legs and is supported by two horizontal bars, which add stability and strength to the design. The overall impression is really good. An extraordinary baroque style...
Glass, Wood, Oak
Swedish Baroque Period Öland Stone Top Table, circa 1750
Located in Kinderhook, NY
A circa 1750 Swedish baroque period table with original spectacularly mottled Öland limestone top resting on oak base in original black paint with single drawer and stretchered balus...
Limestone
English Baroque Low Dresser
Located in Greenwich, CT
Good English oak low dresser, the thumb molded top over three drawers with geometric molding and carcass with heavy base molding over boldly tu...
Oak
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H 34 in W 59.5 in D 24 in
Pair of Italian Baroque Style Carved Console Tables with Marbleized Tops
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
This pair of Italian Baroque style carved console tables feature marbleized shaped and molded tops above sumptuously carved frames in blonde wood with traces of paint. The front stre...
Wood
Baroque Stone Top Table, Sweden, 18th Century
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A large exceptional Scandinavian Baroque stone top table with profiled top of hand carved Komstad stone. The lower part of of the table consis...
Stone
Monumental Portuguese Style Mahogany Library Table or Console
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Monumental 19th century mahogany library table, refectory table, or console made in the grand Portuguese style. Thick 2 inch top supported by massive turned legs featuring an equestrian motif carved horse bust inset on the stretcher. The horse heads have beautifully carved details with medallions on the ends. Decorated with neoclassical greco-roman style busts. One of a man and one of a woman. These large library tables...
Mahogany
Late 17th Century Italian Chestnut Lyre Leg Hall Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
A late 17th century Italian hall table in chestnut with lyre legs and iron stretcher.
Wrought Iron
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
Table Extendable Swedish Baroque Oak Swedish
Located in New York, NY
Table made in Sweden during the Baroque period 1650-1750. Made in dark stained oak. Two extendable leaves a 21.5” each. Base with a wide drawer and foot cross. Beautiful carvings and...
Oak
Custom Baroque-Style Wrought Iron Console Table or Server Base
Located in Sheffield, MA
The Baroque style wrought metal console or sofa table has a brushed gilt finish and is handcrafted with elegant scroll-work and detailing. The feet have flat iron pads. The console is newly made from antique fencing...
Iron