17th Century Pearl
Antique 17th Century Chinese Qing Lacquer
Lacquer
Antique 17th Century Chinese Qing Lacquer
Lacquer
Antique 17th Century British Baroque Paintings
Canvas
Antique 17th Century Italian Rococo Mounted Objects
Rock Crystal
Antique Mid-17th Century Italian Baroque Candlesticks
Agate, Coral
17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Oil, Canvas
Antique 17th Century French Decorative Boxes
Silver
Antique 17th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Art
Agate, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Metal, Gold Leaf
Antique 17th Century English Barware
Sterling Silver
Antique Late 17th Century Early Victorian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique Late 17th Century Art Nouveau Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 17th Century Dutch Baroque Delft and Faience
Earthenware, Delft
Antique 17th Century Italian Renaissance Pendant Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Antique Late 17th Century Italian Wall Mirrors
Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Ebony, Teak
Antique 17th Century Japanese Lacquer
Gold
Antique 17th Century English Baroque Brooches
Natural Pearl, Rock Crystal, Gold, Silver
Antique 17th Century German Renaissance Cabinets
Mother-of-Pearl, Oak
Antique 17th Century English Charles II Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak, Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Holly
Antique 17th Century Artist Clip-on Earrings
Opal, South Sea Pearl, Blue Topaz, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 17th Century Spanish Decorative Boxes
Silver
Antique 17th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Wall Mirrors
Tortoise Shell, Mother-of-Pearl, Rosewood
Antique 17th Century Mexican Decorative Boxes
Silver
Antique Early 17th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Art
Coral
Antique Late 17th Century Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces
Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Syrian Blanket Chests
Iron
Antique 17th Century French Decorative Boxes
Mother-of-Pearl, Walnut
Antique Late 17th Century Vietnamese Louis XV Corner Cupboards
Antique 17th Century Malagasy Natural Specimens
Antique Late 17th Century Vietnamese Louis XV Side Tables
Antique Late 17th Century Vietnamese Louis XVI Sideboards
Antique 17th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces
9k Gold
Antique 17th Century Victorian Brooches
14k Gold
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Boxes
Iron
Antique 17th Century Swiss Brooches
Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique 17th Century Swiss Victorian More Rings
Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique 17th Century British Georgian Brooches
Pearl, 9k Gold
Antique 17th Century Australian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Other, Tiger's Eye, Cultured Pearl, Jade, Carnelian, Amber, Agat...
Antique 1650s Renaissance Dangle Earrings
Pearl, 22k Gold
Antique Late 17th Century Trunks and Luggage
Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Lacquer
Antique 17th Century Italian Cabinets
Tortoise Shell, Mother-of-Pearl, Ebony
Antique 17th Century Italian Rococo Mounted Objects
Copper
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver
17th Century Other Art Style Portrait Paintings
Oil
Antique 17th Century English Georgian Cocktail Rings
Garnet, Pearl, 9k Gold
Antique Late 17th Century British George III Cocktail Rings
Pearl, 9k Gold
Antique Early 17th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Oil, Wood Panel
17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Canvas, Oil
17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Canvas, Oil
17th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Oil, Wood Panel
Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Coral, Lapis Lazuli
Antique 17th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Decorative Boxes
Gilt Metal
Antique 17th Century French Paintings
Paint
Antique Late 17th Century Belgian Chinoiserie Decorative Boxes
Brass, Copper
Antique Late 17th Century English James II Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Ebony, Oak
Antique 17th Century Artist Choker Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Opal, Pearl, Blue Topaz, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 17th Century Pendant Necklaces
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Antique 17th Century Indian Cabinets
Iron
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- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024What 17th-century furniture is called varies. The general term for all furniture produced 100 years ago, including 17th-century pieces, is antique furniture. You may also choose to be more specific and describe a piece by its style. Theatrical and lavish, the Baroque style was prevalent across Europe from the 17th to the mid-18th century and spread around the world through colonialism, including in Asia, Africa and the Americas. Baroque furniture was extravagant in all aspects, from shape to materials. 17th-century pieces from England often feature characteristics of the William and Mary style, such as crisp lines, maple and walnut veneers, inlaid bands and C-scroll ornaments. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sir Isaac Newton invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century. He created it as a replacement for the refracting telescope, which tended to have poor optics. Find a collection of antique and vintage telescopes on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 202217th-century Dutch portraiture has many similarities to other Baroque paintings, including rich colors, dark shadows and intense lighting. Many famous Dutch Baroque works lean toward realism. In Dutch portraiture, props and detailed backgrounds are uncommon. You'll find a collection of Dutch Baroque paintings from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, there were cannons in the 16th century. The history of the weapon dates back to 12th-century China. Historical records suggest that the first cannons appeared in Europe during the Islamic wars in Iberia in the 13th century. Find a range of antique cannons on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the history of glass-making goes back much further than the 1600s. It’s believed that they were making glass in different parts of the world at least 3,600 years ago, maybe even longer. During the late Bronze Age in Egypt and in Western Asia, glassmarking advanced significantly and was manipulated extensively to produce vessels, jewelry, and works of art. Shop a range of antique and vintage glass on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What painting is the most important of the 20th century is largely a matter of personal opinion. Some notable works produced during the period include Paul Cézanne's Mont Sainte-Victoire, Pablo Picasso's Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, Henri Matisse's The Dance and Jackson Pollock's Lavender Mist. Shop a large selection of 20th-century paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A variety of furniture was used during the 16th century. Items commonly found in homes include high-backed armchairs, chests, stools, benches and cupboards. Most European artisans active during the time period produced pieces out of oak wood. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, wedding rings have a long history, stretching back to ancient Egypt. The first diamond engagement ring was created in 1477 by Archduke Maximillian of Austria. Browse a wide array of vintage and contemporary wedding rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In the 18th century, art changed in style from Baroque to Rococo and Neoclassicism. Art became more ornamented and idealized during the Rococo period and then shifted toward a style that emulated the artwork of ancient Greece and Rome near the end of the century. You’ll find a variety of fine art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify 18th-century furniture, you can research your piece in the context of the prevailing styles of the period or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. To identify your item on your own, look over it for maker's marks, such as carvings, stamps, brands and labels. Researching the marking can help you determine the maker of your piece, and from there, you can search further to learn more about your particular item. Without a maker's mark, the best approach is to consider the characteristics of the dominant furniture styles during the 18th century. In England, these included William and Mary, Queen Anne, Georgian, Chippendale, Hepplewhite and Sheraton. Some French furniture styles of the 1700s include Louis XV, Louis XVI and Régence. Find a diverse assortment of 18th-century furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022British artist John Singer Sargent was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century. Other notable portraitists from the period include James Abbott McNeill Whistler, Eugène Delacroix, Théodore Géricault, Gustave Courbet, Édouard Manet, Mary Cassat, Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of portrait paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025The individuals considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons are William Hogarth, James Gillray and George Cruikshank. Although the 18th century saw a widespread increase in illustrations in newspapers, these three illustrators were particularly well-known for their work. Hogarth's work was extremely diverse, ranging from serious, realistic paintings and portraits to satirical and moralistic illustrations filled with symbolism. A British caricaturist, Gillray is remembered today for his artworks representing political and social satires, like his political cartoons against George III of England. Despite being a prolific caricaturist, Cruikshank is now most famous for illustrating the works of Charles Dickens. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of illustrations.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The French painters of the 19th century worked in two styles. Neoclassicism dominated the first half of the century, and Impressionism was the most common style during the second half. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of French paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022At the end of the 17th century, Europe went into a frenzy over porcelain. Asian porcelain was highly sought after, and spurred the foundation of the Meissen factory in France, where hard porcelain went on to be made. You’ll find a large collection of porcelain pieces from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.