Did they have wedding rings in the 18th century?

Yes, 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.

How did art change in the 18th century?

In 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.

How do you identify 18th-century furniture?

To 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.

How can I identify 18th century brass candlesticks?

One 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.

Which individuals are considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons, and why?

The 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.

What kinds of figures elevated the use of porcelain in 18th century Europe?

At 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.

18th Century Delft Blue

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Antique 18th Century Dutch Delft and Faience

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Delft

18th Century Delft Bowl

$395

Late 18th Century Pair of Blue White Delft Plates

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

A pair of blue & white Delft plates, Dutch, late 18th century. Well decorated with extravagant

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Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Delft and Faience

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Delft

Late 18th Century Pair of Blue White Delft Plates

$675 / set

Large 18th Century Dutch Delft Blue and White Charger

By De Porceleyne Bijl

Located in Katonah, NY

A large 18th century blue and white Dutch delft charger. Painted in deep cobalt blue with a

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Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Rococo Delft and Faience

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Delft

Large 18th Century Dutch Delft Blue and White Charger

$2,600

Delft - Jug in Blue Delftware with Chinese decor and silver lid, ca 1700

By Delft

Located in DELFT, NL

Pear-shaped jug, decorated in the Chinese transition style depicting figures in an oriental landscape. Silver cover depicting putti. Provenance: Ex-collection of Dionydia Wilhemina...

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Antique Mid-18th Century Baroque Delft and Faience

Materials

Pewter

Delft - Jug in Blue Delftware with Chinese decor and silver lid, ca 1700

$4,189

18th Century Blue and White Delft Charger

By Lambeth High Street

Located in Katonah, NY

Abigail Griffith, High Street, Lambeth factory boldly painted in well defined inky blue with a weeping

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Rococo Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

18th Century Blue and White Delft Charger

$1,750

Eleven Antique Large Delft Blue and White Chargers, Late 18th Century

Located in Katonah, NY

Eleven blue and white delft chargers hand painted and dating from the mid-18th century to circa

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Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Rococo Delft and Faience

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Delft

Eleven Antique Large Delft Blue and White Chargers, Late 18th Century

$16,800 / set

An 18th Century English Blue and White Delft Charger

By Abigail Griffith

Located in Katonah, NY

London, museum # C.67-1965. The V&A catalog states: "Delft ware: Tin Glazed earthenware, painted Date

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Rococo Delft and Faience

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Delft

An 18th Century English Blue and White Delft Charger

$2,100

An 18th Century English Blue and White Delft Charger

By Abigail Griffith

Located in Katonah, NY

London, museum # C.87-1965. The V&A catalog states "Delft ware: Tin Glazed earthenware,painted Date

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Rococo Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

An 18th Century English Blue and White Delft Charger

$2,100

Pair of 18th Century Blue and White Dutch Delft Dishes

Located in Katonah, NY

A pair of Dutch Delft Blue and White pancake plates painted in deep cobalt the center showing an

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Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Rococo Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft, Faience

Pair of 18th Century Blue and White Dutch Delft Dishes

$1,250

18th Century Blue and White Dutch Delft Charger

By The Claw

Located in Katonah, NY

An 18th century Dutch Delft charger painted in deep cobalt blue with a dramatic ribbed border

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Antique 1780s Dutch Rococo Delft and Faience

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Delft, Faience

18th Century Blue and White Dutch Delft Charger

$2,350

Delft Blue and White Charger with Chinoiserie Decoration Made 18th Century

Located in Katonah, NY

We are pleased to offer this 18th century Dutch delft blue and white charger. The pattern is a

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Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Delft and Faience

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Delft

Delft Blue and White Charger with Chinoiserie Decoration Made 18th Century

$1,640

18th Century French Louis XVI Blue and White Faience Vase with Courting Scene

By Delft

Located in Dallas, TX

displays the skilled craftsmanship and painterly detail associated with 18th-century French faience

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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XV Delft and Faience

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Ceramic, Faience

18th Century French Louis XVI Blue and White Faience Vase with Courting Scene

$1,150

Pair Blue and White Delft Chargers, 18th Century, circa 1770

Located in Katonah, NY

Made in the Netherlands in the 18th century, circa 1770, this lovely pair of Delft chargers is hand

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Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Rococo Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Pair Blue and White Delft Chargers, 18th Century, circa 1770

$2,460 / set

Antique Dutch Delft Peacock Pottery Plate Signed, circa 1750

By Delft

Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire

A fine antique Dutch Delft plate hand-painted in underglaze blue with the peacock design, the rim

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Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch Delft and Faience

Materials

Earthenware

Antique Dutch Delft Peacock Pottery Plate Signed, circa 1750

$494

18th Century Dutch Delft Blue and White Charger with Birds in Flight

Located in Katonah, NY

A blue and white Dutch delft charger showing a lovely scene with long tailed birds in flight over a

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Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

18th Century Dutch Delft Blue and White Charger with Birds in Flight

$1,015

Pair of Blue and White Dutch Delft Vases, 18th Century

Located in Katonah, NY

This pair of antique blue and white Dutch Delft vases was made circa 1770. Each vase has four

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Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Rococo Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Pair of Blue and White Dutch Delft Vases, 18th Century

$4,600 / set

Delft Blue and White Floral Charger, 18th Century

Located in Doylestown, PA

Beautiful delft blue and white charger with rare scalloped edge and all-over floral decorations

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Antique 18th Century Delft and Faience

Materials

Clay

Delft Blue and White Floral Charger, 18th Century

$1,490

Pair Blue and White Dutch Delft Vases 18th Century Circa 1780

Located in Katonah, NY

This pair of Delft blue and white vases was crafted in the Netherlands circa 1780. The hand painted

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Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Pair Blue and White Dutch Delft Vases 18th Century Circa 1780

$4,800 / set

Large Blue and White Delft Charger 18th Century Made circa 1780

Located in Katonah, NY

We are pleased to offer this Antique blue and white Delft charger with a well-painted landscape

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Antique 18th Century Dutch Rococo Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Large Blue and White Delft Charger 18th Century Made circa 1780

$530

18th c. Mustard Yellow Dutch Delft Plate

Located in Greenwich, CT

An 18th century Dutch delft plate with blue, yellow, red and green decoration of a bird, flowers

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Dutch Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

18th c. Mustard Yellow Dutch Delft Plate

Late 18th-Early 19th Century Delft Blue and White Peacock Feather Plate

By De Klaauw

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Late 18th-early 19th century Delft blue & white peacock feather plate. Deep blue. Popular central

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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Neoclassical Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Late 18th-Early 19th Century Delft Blue and White Peacock Feather Plate

$295

18th c. Blue and White English Delft Charger

Located in Greenwich, CT

18th c. Delft charger with aysmetrical floral border and central floral sheath, having fine and

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Delft and Faience

18th c. Blue and White English Delft Charger

Delft blue and white charger, large floral decoration, mid 18th century

By De Porceleyne Bijl

Located in DELFT, NL

Dutch Delft charger, 18th century, tin-glazed earthenware painted in cobalt blue. The central

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Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Delft and Faience

Materials

Earthenware, Faience, Delft

Delft blue and white charger, large floral decoration, mid 18th century

$263

Pair Blue and White Delft Mantle Jars Hand Painted 18th Century Netherlands

By De Porceleyne Lampetkan

Located in Katonah, NY

This pair of blue and white Delft mantle jars were hand painted at De Porceleyne Lampetkan factory

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Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Rococo Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Pair Blue and White Delft Mantle Jars Hand Painted 18th Century Netherlands

$3,600 / set

Antique Blue and White Delft Charger Made Mid-18th Century, circa 1760

Located in Katonah, NY

WHY WE LOVE IT: The sponged cobalt blue. Made in the mid-18th century, this extraordinary hand

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Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch Romantic Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Antique Blue and White Delft Charger Made Mid-18th Century, circa 1760

$1,600

Set of Four Delft Chargers Hand Painted 18th Century Red Green Blue

Located in Katonah, NY

This set of four beautiful matching Delft chargers is hand painted with iron red tulips, deep

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Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Rococo Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Set of Four Delft Chargers Hand Painted 18th Century Red Green Blue

$2,560

Large Dutch Delft Blue and White Chinoiserie Vase, Early 18th Century

Located in AMSTERDAM, NH

Netherlands Date: Early 18th century Workshop: Unknown, but looking at the quality of the painting and glaze

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Antique Early 18th Century Dutch Baroque Delft and Faience

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Ceramic, Delft, Faience

Large Dutch Delft Blue and White Chinoiserie Vase, Early 18th Century

$5,924

Blue and White Delft Dish Hand-Painted 18th Century, England, Circa 1760

Located in Katonah, NY

This Delft blue and white dish was hand-painted in England in the 18th century circa 1760. The

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Antique Mid-18th Century English Rococo Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Blue and White Delft Dish Hand-Painted 18th Century, England, Circa 1760

$300

Pair of Blue and White Delft Plates 18th Century, Made circa 1750

By Lambeth High Street

Located in Katonah, NY

attribution in 18th century English delft arises from several considerations: the use of only a few sources

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Antique Mid-18th Century English Rococo Delft and Faience

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Delft

Pair of Blue and White Delft Plates 18th Century, Made circa 1750

$1,060 / set

Blue and White Dutch Delft Charger Hand-Painted in the 18th Century

Located in Katonah, NY

This blue and white delft charger is hand-painted in cobalt blue. We see a peacock standing at the

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Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Rococo Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Blue and White Dutch Delft Charger Hand-Painted in the 18th Century

$1,100

Four Blue and White Delft Chargers Hand Painted Netherlands 18th Century Ca-1780

By The Claw

Located in Katonah, NY

is one of the most exquisite hand-painted designs made on Delft chargers in the 18th century. The

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Antique Late 18th Century Rococo Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Four Blue and White Delft Chargers Hand Painted Netherlands 18th Century Ca-1780

$5,200 / set

Large Delft Blue And White Punch Bowl - 18th Century

Located in Basildon, GB

A large (14 inch / 35 cm diameter) antique Blue and White Delft punch bowl made in the 18th century

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Antique Mid-18th Century British Delft and Faience

Materials

Earthenware

Large Delft Blue And White Punch Bowl - 18th Century

Pair Blue and White Delft Jars Hand Painted 18th Century Netherlands, Circa 1780

Located in Katonah, NY

This pair of 18th-century Delft jars has a lovely distinctive style taken from nature. The cobalt

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Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Rococo Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Pair Blue and White Delft Jars Hand Painted 18th Century Netherlands, Circa 1780

$3,620 / set

Blue and White Dutch Delft Charger Hand Painted 18th Century Holland Circa 1760

Located in Katonah, NY

This mid-18th-century Dutch Delft charger is handpainted in several shades of cobalt blue. The

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Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Blue and White Dutch Delft Charger Hand Painted 18th Century Holland Circa 1760

$1,280

Pair Blue and White Delft Vases Hand Painted 18th Century circa 1770 Netherlands

Located in Katonah, NY

This large pair of blue and white Dutch Delft vases were hand painted in beautiful deep cobalt blue

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Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Rococo Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Pair Blue and White Delft Vases Hand Painted 18th Century circa 1770 Netherlands

$6,400 / set

Delft Blue and White Charger Handpainted 18th Century circa 1780 by "The Axe"

By The Axe

Located in Katonah, NY

This lovely 18th century Dutch Delft charger was made at "The Axe" factory. The center shows a

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Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Delft Blue and White Charger Handpainted 18th Century circa 1780 by "The Axe"

$1,400

Eleven Antique Blue and White Delft Dishes Hand-Painted in the 18th Century

Located in Katonah, NY

Eleven antique Blue and White Dutch Delft dishes hand-painted showing a variety of traditional

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Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Rococo Delft and Faience

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Delft

Eleven Antique Blue and White Delft Dishes Hand-Painted in the 18th Century

$5,600 / set

Pair of Blue and White Delft Vases Showing Peacocks and Flowers, 18th Century

Located in Katonah, NY

We are pleased to offer this pair of blue and white Dutch Delft vases painted in deep cobalt blue

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Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Rococo Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Pair of Blue and White Delft Vases Showing Peacocks and Flowers, 18th Century

$4,100 / set

Blue and White Delft Charger Hand-Painted in Netherlands 18th Century Circa 1780

Located in Katonah, NY

This blue and white Dutch Delft charger was hand-painted circa 1780. The center of the charger is

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Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Rococo Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Blue and White Delft Charger Hand-Painted in Netherlands 18th Century Circa 1780

$1,100

Set of Two Dutch Delft Vases, Early 18th Century

Located in AMSTERDAM, NH

Two Dutch delft baluster vases with floral decor of flowers and leaves. Place: Delft Workshop

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Antique Early 18th Century Dutch Baroque Delft and Faience

Materials

Ceramic, Delft, Faience

Set of Two Dutch Delft Vases, Early 18th Century

$3,291

18th Century Dutch Delft Faïence Chinoiserie Style Landscape Cobalt Blue Charger

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An 18th century Dutch Delft, tin-glazed earthenware deep charger, inspired by Chinese export

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Antique Early 18th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Delft and Faience

Materials

Earthenware

18th Century Dutch Delft Faïence Chinoiserie Style Landscape Cobalt Blue Charger

$1,425

Large Blue and White Dutch Delft Jar Made Early 18th Century, Circa 1710-1720

Located in Katonah, NY

This blue and white Delft jar was made in the Netherlands in the early 18th century, circa 1710

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Antique Early 18th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Large Blue and White Dutch Delft Jar Made Early 18th Century, Circa 1710-1720

$1,160

Pair of Large Blue and White Delft Chargers Made Early 18th Century Circa 1710

Located in Katonah, NY

This pair of blue and white Delft chargers were made at De Metalen Pot in the Early 18th century

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Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch Rococo Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Pair of Large Blue and White Delft Chargers Made Early 18th Century Circa 1710

$2,600 / set

Pair of Blue and White Delft Chargers 18th Century Made by De Witte Starre

By De Witte Ster

Located in Katonah, NY

This exquisite pair of blue and white Dutch delft chargers is hand painted in a deep cobalt blue

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Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Rococo Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Pair of Blue and White Delft Chargers 18th Century Made by De Witte Starre

$3,300 / set

Pair Blue and White Dutch Delft Mantle Jars Hand Painted 18th Century Circa 1780

Located in Katonah, NY

This lovely pair of blue and white Delft mantle jars were hand painted in the Netherlands circa

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Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Pair Blue and White Dutch Delft Mantle Jars Hand Painted 18th Century Circa 1780

$4,200 / set

Delft Blue and White Charger Featuring Flowers and a Songbird 18th Century

Located in Katonah, NY

We are pleased to offer this hand painted, Dutch Delft blue and white charger. The charger is

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Antique 1780s Dutch Rococo Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Delft Blue and White Charger Featuring Flowers and a Songbird 18th Century

$720

Antique Blue and White Delft Charger

Located in Katonah, NY

An 18th century Dutch delft blue and white small charger with a well painted scene of ducks in a

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Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft, Pottery

Antique Blue and White Delft Charger

$900

A Pair of 18th Century Blue and White Dutch Delft Chargers

Located in Katonah, NY

A Pair of 18th Century Dutch Delft Blue and White Chargers with a geometric fan pattern

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Dutch Delft and Faience

A Pair of 18th Century Blue and White Dutch Delft Chargers

$3,250

Very Large Blue and White Dutch Delft Vase in Chinoiserie, Early 18th Century

Located in AMSTERDAM, NH

A Rare and Very Large, Early Dutch Delftware vase with chinoiserie decoration. Origine: Delft

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Antique Early 18th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Delft and Faience

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Ceramic, Delft, Faience

Very Large Blue and White Dutch Delft Vase in Chinoiserie, Early 18th Century

$11,370

Delft Blue and White Chargers a Group of a Dozen Made in the Last Quarter 18th C

Located in Katonah, NY

WHY WE LOVE IT: What a table setting! We are pleased to offer a dozen large Dutch Delft Blue and

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Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Rococo Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Delft Blue and White Chargers a Group of a Dozen Made in the Last Quarter 18th C

$17,400 / set

Good 18th Century Dutch Delft Blue White Ribbed Covered Vase with Lion Finial

By AK Dutch Delftware

Located in San Francisco, CA

A good 18th century Dutch delft blue and white ribbed covered vase with lion finial; the domed lid

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Dutch Delft and Faience

Good 18th Century Dutch Delft Blue White Ribbed Covered Vase with Lion Finial

$2,850

Blue and White Delft Jars and Vases 18th and 19th Centuries 3 Pairs 4 Singles

Located in Katonah, NY

Porceleyne Claeuw (The Porcelain Claw). Delft faience began in the 17th century. Much of the most beautiful

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Antique 18th Century Dutch Rococo Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Blue and White Delft Jars and Vases 18th and 19th Centuries 3 Pairs 4 Singles

$21,060 / set

Antique Blue and White Delft Charger

Located in Katonah, NY

A beautiful blue and white Dutch Delft charger hand-painted in shades of cobalt blue showing a

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Antique Blue and White Delft Charger

$1,550

Delft Blue and White Charger 18th Century Showing Flowers in a Wheat Field

Located in Katonah, NY

An antique Dutch Delft blue and white charger, dating circa 1770. The centre of this charger

Category

Antique 1770s Dutch Rococo Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Delft Blue and White Charger 18th Century Showing Flowers in a Wheat Field

$1,250

A Pair of Blue and White Dutch Delft Chargers

Located in Katonah, NY

Provenance: From the collection of Katherine Mellon A pair of 18th century Dutch Delft chargers

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Dutch Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

A Pair of Blue and White Dutch Delft Chargers

$3,450

Large Antique Blue and White Delft Charger Made, Late 18th Century, circa 1770

Located in Katonah, NY

We are proud to present this large blue and white delft charger. It was made in the Netherlands

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Antique 1770s Dutch Rococo Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Large Antique Blue and White Delft Charger Made, Late 18th Century, circa 1770

$1,450

Dutch Delft Plate with Floral Design, 18th Century

By De Klaauw

Located in AMSTERDAM, NH

City: Delft Workshop: De Metaale Pot Owner: Lambertus van Eenhoorn Date: 1691 - 1724 A fine

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Antique Early 18th Century Dutch Delft and Faience

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Dutch Delft Plate with Floral Design, 18th Century

$2,334

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18th Century Delft Blue For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the 18th century delft blue you’re looking for. Frequently made of ceramic, earthenware and delft, every 18th century delft blue was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect 18th century delft blue — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 19th Century are available. A 18th century delft blue is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Rococo, Baroque and Georgian styles are sought with frequency. Delft, The Claw and Dutch Originals each produced at least one beautiful 18th century delft blue that is worth considering.

How Much is a 18th Century Delft Blue?

Prices for a 18th century delft blue can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $285 and can go as high as $22,500, while the average can fetch as much as $2,497.

Finding the Right Serveware, Ceramics, Silver And Glass for You

Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.

Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.

“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”

Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.

At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.

Questions About 18th Century Delft Blue

Did they have wedding rings in the 18th century?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, 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.
How did art change in the 18th century?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
In 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.
How do you identify 18th-century furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
To 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.
How can I identify 18th century brass candlesticks?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
One 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.
Which individuals are considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons, and why?
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1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
The 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.
What kinds of figures elevated the use of porcelain in 18th century Europe?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
At 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.

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