Rococo was an aesthetic movement in the fine and decorative arts in the 18th century that found its inspiration in nature and fostered an overall lightness and delicacy of form, construction and ornament in interior design. Rococo furniture, while greatly influenced by trends in Italy and Germany, is often called Louis XV style — the movement having reached its best expression during that sybaritic French king’s reign.
The term “rococo” is thought to be a portmanteau of the French words rocaille and coquilles — “rock” and “shells” — organic motifs frequently used in architecture and design of the style.
When it comes to authentic Rococo furniture's characteristics, it is above all sensuous and social. The furniture of earlier eras in Europe had been heavy in every sense; the Rococo period saw the appearance of light-framed upholstered armchairs, side chairs and occasional tables that could easily be moved to form conversational circles.
The signal detail of Rococo furniture design is the gently curved cabriole, or S-shaped chair-, table-, and cabinet-leg. It imitates the bend of a tree limb or a flower stem. In a further reference to nature, furnishings were often asymmetrical and painted white, or in soft, pastel shades. Rococo has become a timeless style, and as the furniture pieces presented on 1stDibs demonstrate, its playful, sculptural forms can provide visual excitement to contemporary, clean-lined spaces.
STUNNING DECORATiVE VENITIAN BEVELLED GLASS DRESSING VANITY TABLE DESK DRAWERS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely super collectable Venetian cut glass bevelled edge dressing table desk with drawers which is part of a suite I have t...
Glass, Hardwood
DECORATiVE VENITIAN BEVELLED GLASS DRESSING VANITY CONSOLE TABLE DESK DRAWERS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely super collectable Venetian cut glass bevelled edge dressing table desk with two drawers which is part of a suite I have various other ...
Glass, Hardwood
Rococo Poudreuse by Christian Linning, Jacaranda & Pine, Sweden, 1760s
Located in Ljungby, SE
A Rococo poudreuse made in Stockholm, most likely by Christian Linning the Elder, circa 1760s. The piece showcases extremely high-quality craftsmanship with an advanced construction ...
Jacaranda, Pine
$1,750
H 59 in W 27.75 in D 13.75 in
French Ormolu-Mounted Kingwood and Parquetry Vanity Dressing Table
Located in Doylestown, PA
French Louis XV style ormolu-mounted kingwood and satinwood parquetry dressing table or coiffeuse, late 19th century. Incredibly luxurious petite dressing table...
Ormolu
1960s Fully Restored Danish Teak Dressing, Vanity Table
Located in Knebel, DK
Danish teak dressing - vanity table from the 1960s. The vanity table features a large adjustable mirror, an original black glass table top and 5 spacious drawers with room for wha...
Teak
$2,300
H 26.25 in W 59.5 in D 16 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Vanity, Console Table or Low Profile Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A simple modern Scandinavian design from Denmark circa 1970's. This piece features all teak wood construction with generous storage and a unique bowed front. A very versatile piece f...
Teak
$3,750
H 29.25 in W 29.75 in D 16 in
18th Century Venetian Rococo Chinoiserie Yellow Polychrome Paint Dressing Table
Located in Forney, TX
A rare and most charming authentic antique Venetian Chinoiserie decorated poudreuse (dressing table) with beautifully aged original patina! Venice, Italy, 18th century A wonderful...
Gesso, Mercury Glass, Wood, Oak, Pine, Paint
$2,900 / set
H 48 in W 27.5 in D 18.25 in
Vintage Mid Century Art Deco Vanity or Desk with Mirror in Pine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A funky art deco vanity with mirror. Solid pine with period deco hardware. Mirror has some small dark spot from age. All in all very good condition. Price includes both vanity & mirr...
Mirror, Pine
$1,150 / set
H 45 in W 29.5 in D 19.75 in
1960s Swedish White Lacqured Vanity Set by Torsten Totti Laakso for Asko
By Asko
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century white lacquered " AKKA " vanity set by Finnish designer Torsten Totti Laakso for the Swedish Asko company, 1960s.The company was known for their high quality pieces and t...
Fabric, Glass, Wood
Fine French Art Deco amboyna vanity/ dressing table w/ brass trim
Located in New York City, NY
As an ode to the glamour of the Roaring Twenties, this stunning original 1930s dressing table exudes Hollywood glamour with its exotic amboyna g...
Brass
$3,377
H 70.87 in W 85.44 in D 21.26 in
Exceptional Large Gothic English Victorian Burr Walnut Dressing Table Vanity
Located in Leicester, GB
An exceptional large vanity with six drawers, two cabinets and triple dressing mirrors. Circa 1900's. Made in England to the highest quality with fully panelled wooden back mirrors, ...
Mahogany, Walnut
$3,377
H 28.35 in W 33.08 in D 15.75 in
1940s Scandinavian Vanity Dressing Table with Its Triptych Mirror
Located in London, GB
This is a classic Swedish dressing table/vanity table from the 1930s/40s, showcasing the timeless elegance of Scandinavian design. The dressing table features a distinctive curved t...
Walnut
Pine Dressing Table with Mirror from the 1920s
Located in Lejre, DK
Dressing table made of pine in Denmark around the 1920s. The piece features a mirror and tabletop space for storage and personal use. — Origin: Denmark — Period: Ca. 1920s — Materia...
Pine
French Louis XV Style Vanity or Poudreuse, 19th Century
Located in Belmont, MA
This gorgeous Louis XV style vanity or "poudreuse" dates back to the mid 19th century and comes from France. The woman's dressing table has a very pretty walnut veneer pattern. The m...
Walnut
$9,000
H 29.14 in W 32.29 in D 18.9 in
French 18th century Vanity or Poudreuse with exquisite Marquetry Decor
Located in Belmont, MA
This exquisite unique Louis XV vanity, or poudreuse, dates to the 1760s and originates from France. The dressing table features breathtaking marquetry décor, elegant brass fittings, and intricate detailing with floral motifs and musical instruments—a true masterpiece of 18th-century craftsmanship. The center section includes a flip-up mirror, flanked by two compartments with lift-top doors, originally designed for storing cosmetics and personal items. Below, the piece offers two drawers and a pullout writing surface. This Louis XV poudreuse...
Kingwood, Mahogany, Yew
Sold
H 36.62 in W 70.48 in D 37.41 in
Exclusive Rococo Vidal Grau Dressing Table, C 1970 / Matching Furniture Avail
By Vidal Grau
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely rare circa 1970 rococo Vidal Grau dressing table. Their furniture range was based on a contemporary design using traditional quality...
Wood
Italian, Napoli, Rococo Period Cross-grained Walnut Hinged-Top Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
Neapolitan walnut cross-banded and parquetry top, 18th century. The shaped rectangular lid is laid in a striking geometric parquetry of cross-grained walnut, framed by a bold cross-...
Walnut
Lovely French Dressing Table
Located in Swadlincote, GB
Very pretty French painted kidney shaped dressing table with bergere panels, three drawers and bevelled mirror, with matching bergere chhair, in very good overall condition. 59" hig...
Beech
Sold
H 30.5 in W 33.5 in D 16 in
Antique Rococo Style Venetian Hand Painted Vanity Desk & Side Tables, Set of 3
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Rococo Style Venetian Hand Painted vanity desk with 2 Single-Drawer Side Tables - 3 Piece Set Rare & Unique Antique Venetian Hand-Craft...
Wood, Paint
French 1920s Dressing Table and Chair
Located in London, GB
From 1920s France this Rococo styled set is a very decorative white painted kidney bean shaped dressing table and chair. The dressing tabl...
Cane, Glass, Beech
Sold
H 81.25 in W 45.5 in D 21.75 in
Antique French Oak & Marble Dressing Table with Tri-Fold Mirror, Circa 1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique French dressing table offers oak construction with tri-fold mirror with gadroon cartouche surmounting marble top case with two...
Marble
18th Century Swedish Rococo Desk
Located in Allerum, SE
Fine and unusually small 18th century Swedish Rococo desk with one drawer and gilt bronze mounts, circa 1770, Stockholm, Sweden.
Wood
Italian Rococo Carved Walnut Vanity Table, Mid-18th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
Having a shaped top with rounded front corners, the top hinged in the rear and having an inset mirror on the underside, the conforming case with shaped and carved apron atop scrollin...
Walnut
19th Century Meissen Porcelain Dressing Table
Located in New Orleans, LA
This lavish bird's-eye maple dressing table is a work of astounding artistry and rarity. The piece is elaborately embellished with exquisite Meissen Porcelain throughout. Exquisitely...
Porcelain, Mirror
Antique 19th Century Italian Giltwood Vanity Mirrors, Set of Two
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of antique Italian oval vanity boudoir giltwood wall mirrors with ribbon shaped ornaments at the top in Rococo style. Italy, late 19th century. All original pieces. The glass c...
Giltwood
18th Century Rococo Marquetry Vanity Console Table
Located in Berlin, DE
A Genoese mid-18th century trellis work marquetry vanity or console table, with a serpentine top opening to reveal a bevelled and arched mirror, with a bombe fronted set with a singl...
Mirror, Walnut
20th Century Italian Polychrome Vanity in the Rococo Style
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Gorgeous Italian vanity has the original finish in a dark mustard tone, with hand-painted bouquets of flowers. There are two working small drawers and mirror, that looks to be origin...
Wood