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Antique Baroque Chest of Drawers with Blue Painted Finish
Located in Round Top, TX
Antique baroque chest of drawers from Denmark, circa 1760-1800. The (newer) blue painted finish has been lightly scraped and sanded exposing the natural wood beneath and beautifully ...
Category

Antique Late 18th Century European Dressers

Materials

Wood, Oak

Antique Baroque Chest of Drawers with Blue Painted Finish
Antique Baroque Chest of Drawers with Blue Painted Finish

Antique Baroque Chest of Drawers with Blue Painted Finish

$7,375
18th Century Welsh Dresser Base
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Handsome 18th-century Welsh dresser base in rich oak with three drawers above a shaped apron. The
Category

Antique 18th Century British Sideboards

Materials

Oak

18th Century Welsh Dresser Base
18th Century Welsh Dresser Base

18th Century Welsh Dresser Base

$2,800
18th Century Painted Dresser Base
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Good 18th century English painted oak dresser base. 1760. Reference: 7889 Dimensions 68.5 inches
Category

Antique 18th Century English George III Sideboards

Materials

Oak

18th Century Painted Dresser Base
18th Century Painted Dresser Base

18th Century Painted Dresser Base

$5,052
18th Century English Dresser Base
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Good 18th century English painted oak three drawer two door dresser base, 1780. Dimensions
Category

Antique 18th Century English Sideboards

Materials

Oak

18th Century English Dresser Base
18th Century English Dresser Base

18th Century English Dresser Base

$5,080
Late 18th Century English Dresser Base
Located in Nashville, TN
A Very Attractive 18th Century, George III Period Oak Dresser Base, Of Normal Proportions, Having
Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Credenzas

Materials

Oak

Late 18th Century English Dresser Base
Late 18th Century English Dresser Base

Late 18th Century English Dresser Base

$6,275
18th Century Painted Dresser Base
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
18th C English painted three drawer oak dresser base. 1780. Reference: 8249 Dimensions 65 inches
Category

Antique 18th Century English George III Sideboards

Materials

Oak

18th Century Painted Dresser Base
18th Century Painted Dresser Base

18th Century Painted Dresser Base

$4,536
18th Century Painted Dresser Base
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Low 18th C painted oak dresser base. Ideal TV unit. 1780. Reference: 7937 Dimensions 77 inches
Category

Antique 18th Century English George III Sideboards

Materials

Oak

18th Century Painted Dresser Base
18th Century Painted Dresser Base

18th Century Painted Dresser Base

$2,818
18th Century Welsh Low Dresser
Located in Greenwich, CT
Lovely 18th Century Welsh low dresser, the thick top with molded edge and chamfered corners, the
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Welsh Sideboards

Materials

Oak

18th Century Welsh Low Dresser
18th Century Welsh Low Dresser

18th Century Welsh Low Dresser

$18,900
18th Century Painted Dresser Base
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
18th C English painted oak three drawer dresser base. Nice size and good quality. 1760. Reference
Category

Antique 18th Century English George III Sideboards

Materials

Oak

18th Century Painted Dresser Base
18th Century Painted Dresser Base

18th Century Painted Dresser Base

$5,196
18th Century Geometric Dresser Base
Located in High Point, NC
18th century dresser base from England with a wonderfully grained top over a single door on the
Category

Antique 18th Century English William and Mary Cabinets

Materials

Brass

18th Century Geometric Dresser Base
18th Century Geometric Dresser Base

18th Century Geometric Dresser Base

$3,295
18th Century Welsh Low Dresser
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine mid-18th century welsh low dresser, Montgomeryshire circa 1740, having thumb molded top over
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Welsh George II Credenzas

Materials

Oak

18th Century Welsh Low Dresser
18th Century Welsh Low Dresser

18th Century Welsh Low Dresser

$18,500
18th Century Painted Dresser Base
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
18th century English painted oak dresser base / console with original brass. Faux marble painted
Category

Antique 18th Century English George III Sideboards

Materials

Oak

18th Century Painted Dresser Base
18th Century Painted Dresser Base

18th Century Painted Dresser Base

$5,705
18th/19th Century English Two Part Inlaid Oak Welsh Cupboard or Dresser
Located in Milford, NH
A fine example of a two part English Welsh oak cupboard or dresser, its upper case with an molded
Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Cupboards

Materials

Brass

18th/19th Century English Two Part Inlaid Oak Welsh Cupboard or Dresser
18th/19th Century English Two Part Inlaid Oak Welsh Cupboard or Dresser

18th/19th Century English Two Part Inlaid Oak Welsh Cupboard or Dresser

$4,900
18th c. welsh dresser
Located in Greenwich, CT
18th Welsh oak low dresser having open scalloped shelves over three drawers over heavily scalloped
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Welsh Cupboards

Materials

Oak

18th c. welsh dresser
18th c. welsh dresser

18th c. welsh dresser

18th-19th Century George III Welsh Two-Part Dresser or Cupboard in Oak
Located in Milford, NH
A fine two-part George III Welsh two-part dresser or cupboard in oak, its bookcase top case with
Category

Antique Late 18th Century English George III Cupboards

Materials

Oak

18th-19th Century George III Welsh Two-Part Dresser or Cupboard in Oak
18th-19th Century George III Welsh Two-Part Dresser or Cupboard in Oak

18th-19th Century George III Welsh Two-Part Dresser or Cupboard in Oak

$3,450
18th c. English Low Dresser
Located in Greenwich, CT
Eighteenth Century English oak low dresser of unusual configuration, the molded top over pair of
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Cabinets

Materials

Brass

18th c. English Low Dresser
18th c. English Low Dresser

18th c. English Low Dresser

Large English Oak Dresser Base or Server from the Late 18th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large oak server or dresser base from 18th century England. This elegant large English dresser
Category

Antique 18th Century English Sideboards

Materials

Oak

Large English Oak Dresser Base or Server from the Late 18th Century
Large English Oak Dresser Base or Server from the Late 18th Century

Large English Oak Dresser Base or Server from the Late 18th Century

$7,500
Charming Late 18th Century English Oak and Mahogany Accented Welsh Dresser
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
This welsh dresser consists of two parts. The upper part features a moulded corniche and a
Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Baroque Buffets

Materials

Brass

Charming Late 18th Century English Oak and Mahogany Accented Welsh Dresser
Charming Late 18th Century English Oak and Mahogany Accented Welsh Dresser

Charming Late 18th Century English Oak and Mahogany Accented Welsh Dresser

$4,850
18th Century Welsh Low Cabinet Dresser
Located in Greenwich, CT
18th century Welsh oak cabinet form low dresser, the molded top over two tombstone panel doors
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English George II Buffets

Materials

Oak

18th Century Welsh Low Cabinet Dresser
18th Century Welsh Low Cabinet Dresser

18th Century Welsh Low Cabinet Dresser

$5,400
18th Century English Dresser Base /Sideboard
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Small 18th century English painted oak dresser base, 1770. Dimensions: 67 inches (170 cms
Category

Antique 18th Century English Georgian Sideboards

Materials

Oak

18th Century English Dresser Base /Sideboard
18th Century English Dresser Base /Sideboard

18th Century English Dresser Base /Sideboard

$3,368
Georgian oak dresser base
Located in San Francisco, CA
A George III oak dresser base, the molded top above 3 frieze drawers above 2 central drawers with
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Credenzas

Materials

Oak, Pine

Georgian oak dresser base
Georgian oak dresser base

Georgian oak dresser base

$8,500
Mid 18th C English Oak Low Dresser with Original Spice Drawers
Located in Greenwich, CT
Mid 18th C English oak low dresser having original spice drawer superstructure with fluted corner
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Sideboards

Materials

Oak

Mid 18th C English Oak Low Dresser with Original Spice Drawers
Mid 18th C English Oak Low Dresser with Original Spice Drawers

Mid 18th C English Oak Low Dresser with Original Spice Drawers

$28,000
18th Century English Oak Three-Drawer Dresser or Sofa Table Server
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18th century English oak three-drawer dresser base or sofa table server with three frieze drawers
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English George I Console Tables

Materials

Brass

18th Century English Oak Three-Drawer Dresser or Sofa Table Server
18th Century English Oak Three-Drawer Dresser or Sofa Table Server

18th Century English Oak Three-Drawer Dresser or Sofa Table Server

$8,500
18th Century English Painted Dresser Base
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Large 18th century painted oak four drawer dresser base with a good shaped frieze. 1780. Code
Category

Antique 18th Century English George III Sideboards

Materials

Oak

18th Century English Painted Dresser Base
18th Century English Painted Dresser Base

18th Century English Painted Dresser Base

$5,636
Early 18th Century English Dresser Base
Located in High Point, NC
Circa 1720 English oak dresser base with a beveled edge around the top following down to paneled
Category

Antique 18th Century English William and Mary Cupboards

Materials

Oak

Early 18th Century English Dresser Base
Early 18th Century English Dresser Base

Early 18th Century English Dresser Base

$5,975
Unusually Small 18th Century Welsh Dresser.
Located in Middleburg, VA
Unusually Small 18th Century Welsh Dresser. Made of deeply patinated oak, elm, and pine. Plate
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Sideboards

Materials

Oak, Elm, Pine

Unusually Small 18th Century Welsh Dresser.
Unusually Small 18th Century Welsh Dresser.

Unusually Small 18th Century Welsh Dresser.

$9,000
18th c English oak Welsh Queen Anne dresser base
Located in Dallas, TX
18th c English Queen Anne dresser base Beautiful patina all original.
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Sideboards

Materials

Wood

18th c English oak Welsh Queen Anne dresser base
18th c English oak Welsh Queen Anne dresser base

18th c English oak Welsh Queen Anne dresser base

$12,500
18th Century English Painted Dresser Base
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
18th C English painted oak dresser base with a faux marble top. 1760. Reference: 8044 Dimensions
Category

Antique 18th Century English George III Sideboards

Materials

Oak

18th Century English Painted Dresser Base
18th Century English Painted Dresser Base

18th Century English Painted Dresser Base

$5,293
18th Century English Welsh Dresser Base
Located in Houston, TX
:An 18th Century English Oak Dresser Base with Wonderful Color and Patination and a Sophisticated
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century British Georgian Sideboards

Materials

Oak

18th Century English Welsh Dresser Base
18th Century English Welsh Dresser Base

18th Century English Welsh Dresser Base

$20,000
18th Century English Painted Dresser Base
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
18th century painted English dresser base with very good storage. 1770. Reference: 8462
Category

Antique 18th Century English George III Sideboards

Materials

Oak, Pine

18th Century English Painted Dresser Base
18th Century English Painted Dresser Base

18th Century English Painted Dresser Base

$5,196
Superb 18thC Oak Welsh Dresser
Located in San Francisco, CA
Exceptional example of an 18th century Welsh dresser base with highly unusual cabriolet legs and
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Buffets

Materials

Oak

Superb 18thC Oak Welsh Dresser
Superb 18thC Oak Welsh Dresser

Superb 18thC Oak Welsh Dresser

$7,900
18th Century Georgian Dresser Base Sofa Table
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful 18th century Georgian dresser base with three drawers and checkerboard crossbanding
Category

Antique 18th Century English Georgian Sofa Tables

Materials

Oak

18th Century Georgian Dresser Base Sofa Table
18th Century Georgian Dresser Base Sofa Table

18th Century Georgian Dresser Base Sofa Table

$7,500
Oak Welsh Dresser
Located in San Francisco, CA
Elaborately handcarved 18th century Oak Welsh Dresser comprised of some 19th century components.
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Cupboards

Materials

Brass

Oak Welsh Dresser
Oak Welsh Dresser

Oak Welsh Dresser

$6,800
Early 18th Century Welsh Low Dresser
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine English or Welsh low dresser, circa 1700, in richly patinated oak, the heavily molded top over
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier British Baroque Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Early 18th Century Welsh Low Dresser
Early 18th Century Welsh Low Dresser

Early 18th Century Welsh Low Dresser

$28,000
George III Oak Welsh Dresser
Located in Essex, MA
Tall upper section with shelves, the base with three drawers, raised on circular tapered legs
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Cupboards

Materials

Oak

George III Oak Welsh Dresser
George III Oak Welsh Dresser

George III Oak Welsh Dresser

$3,800
George III Oak Welsh Dresser
Located in Essex, MA
Top cornice with scalloped decoration over two shelves and five drawers, the base section with three drawers over a pair of panelled cabinet doors flanking three center drawers, stil...
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Welsh Cupboards

Materials

Brass

George III Oak Welsh Dresser
George III Oak Welsh Dresser

George III Oak Welsh Dresser

$18,000
English Oak Welch Dresser
Located in Charleston, SC
English oak welch dresser with carved scalloped cornice, three shelf top, six drawer front with two
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Cupboards

English Oak Welch Dresser
English Oak Welch Dresser

English Oak Welch Dresser

$22,000
18th Century English or Welsh Low Dresser
Located in Greenwich, CT
Good early 18th Century English or Welsh low dresser, having molded top over three drawers having
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier British Baroque Sideboards

Materials

Brass

18th Century English or Welsh Low Dresser
18th Century English or Welsh Low Dresser

18th Century English or Welsh Low Dresser

$19,800
18th c. Welsh Dresser
Located in Greenwich, CT
An elegant 18th century Welsh dresser having thin body of three drawers over slim legs, the front
Category

Antique 18th Century English Sideboards

Materials

Oak

18th c. Welsh Dresser
18th c. Welsh Dresser

18th c. Welsh Dresser

$14,900
Antique 18th Century Country Oak George III Welsh Dresser Plate Rack 1780
Located in Portland, OR
acquired this dresser from an 18th century farmhouse in Cardigan ( the Anglicized name for Ceredigion in
Category

Antique 1780s Welsh Country Buffets

Materials

Oak

Antique 18th Century Country Oak George III Welsh Dresser Plate Rack 1780
Antique 18th Century Country Oak George III Welsh Dresser Plate Rack 1780

Antique 18th Century Country Oak George III Welsh Dresser Plate Rack 1780

$5,995
Oak Welsh Low Dresser
Located in Greenwich, CT
Very good 18th century Welsh oak low dresser with five spice drawers over raised panel sides and
Category

Antique 18th Century Welsh Sideboards

Materials

Oak

Oak Welsh Low Dresser
Oak Welsh Low Dresser

Oak Welsh Low Dresser

$16,800
Antique 18th Century Georgian Oak Welsh Dresser Plate Rack Server Sideboard 1780
Located in Portland, OR
Antique 18th Century Georgian oak Welsh dresser & Plate rack, circa 1780. A very fine original
Category

Antique 1780s English George III Buffets

Materials

Oak

Antique 18th Century Georgian Oak Welsh Dresser Plate Rack Server Sideboard 1780
Antique 18th Century Georgian Oak Welsh Dresser Plate Rack Server Sideboard 1780

Antique 18th Century Georgian Oak Welsh Dresser Plate Rack Server Sideboard 1780

$5,995 / set
Superb 18th C Welsh Dresser with Rack
Located in Greenwich, CT
A very fine 18th C Welsh dresser with molded pilaster supports on rack and beautifully patinated
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Welsh Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Superb 18th C Welsh Dresser with Rack
Superb 18th C Welsh Dresser with Rack

Superb 18th C Welsh Dresser with Rack

English Oak Dresser Base
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Small Early 18th century English oak silhouette leg dresser base. Wonderful color, 1740
Category

Antique 18th Century English Sideboards

Materials

Oak

English Oak Dresser Base
English Oak Dresser Base

English Oak Dresser Base

$4,055
Welsh Oak Dresser Base
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Long 18th century Welsh oak dresser base, 1790 Dimensions 81.5 inches (207 cms) wide 18.5
Category

Antique 18th Century Welsh Georgian Sideboards

Materials

Oak

Welsh Oak Dresser Base
Welsh Oak Dresser Base

Welsh Oak Dresser Base

$4,055
English Oak Dresser Base
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Huge 18th century English oak dresser base. Country House dimensions and a great color, 1760
Category

Antique 18th Century English George III Sideboards

Materials

Oak

English Oak Dresser Base
English Oak Dresser Base

English Oak Dresser Base

$13,679
Bleached Oak Dresser Base
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Late 18th century English bleached oak dresser base, 1790 Dimensions: 60 inches (152 cms
Category

Antique 18th Century English George III Sideboards

Materials

Oak

Bleached Oak Dresser Base
Bleached Oak Dresser Base

Bleached Oak Dresser Base

$2,467
English Oak Dresser Base
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 18th century English bleached oak dresser base, 1740 Dimensions: 50.5 inches (128 cms
Category

Antique 18th Century English George II Sideboards

Materials

Oak

English Oak Dresser Base
English Oak Dresser Base

English Oak Dresser Base

$2,742
English Oak Dresser Base
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
18th century English bleached oak dresser base with canted and reeded corners, 1780 Dimensions
Category

Antique 18th Century English George III Sideboards

Materials

Oak

English Oak Dresser Base
English Oak Dresser Base

English Oak Dresser Base

$3,368
18th Century Welsh Dresser with Scalloped Frieze and Apron
Located in Greenwich, CT
Lovely 18th Century oak Welsh dresser or sideboard with rack, the rack with scalloped frieze over
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Welsh Buffets

Materials

Oak

18th Century Welsh Dresser with Scalloped Frieze and Apron
18th Century Welsh Dresser with Scalloped Frieze and Apron

18th Century Welsh Dresser with Scalloped Frieze and Apron

Georgian Oak Dresser Base
Located in Woodbury, CT
George III oak dresser is fitted with three pine lined drawers and two side cupboards. Oak paneled
Category

Antique 18th Century European George III Sideboards

Materials

Oak

Georgian Oak Dresser Base
Georgian Oak Dresser Base

Georgian Oak Dresser Base

$12,500
Oak Dresser Base
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
18th century narrow oak moulded dresser base, 1780 Dimensions 94 inches (239 cms) wide 18.5
Category

Antique 18th Century English Georgian Sideboards

Oak Dresser Base
Oak Dresser Base

Oak Dresser Base

$3,780
JACOBEAN OAK DRESSER BASE
Located in Essex, MA
Rectangular top over three panelled drawers, raised on turned legs. Joined by a stretcher. Restoration: Two end drawers later date
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Side Tables

Materials

Oak

JACOBEAN OAK DRESSER BASE
JACOBEAN OAK DRESSER BASE

JACOBEAN OAK DRESSER BASE

$4,800
George III oak Welsh dresser
Located in San Francisco, CA
A George III oak Welsh dresser, the plate rack with a molded cornice above 3 shelves, the lower
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Cupboards

Materials

Oak

George III oak Welsh dresser
George III oak Welsh dresser

George III oak Welsh dresser

$11,500
18th C Welsh Low Dresser
Located in Greenwich, CT
A very good 18th C Welsh oak low dresser in highly figured timber, the three drawers with mahogany
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Welsh Sideboards

Materials

Oak

18th C Welsh Low Dresser
18th C Welsh Low Dresser

18th C Welsh Low Dresser

Welsh George II Period Oak 2-Drawer Dresser Base or Server, Mid-18th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
Carved moldings above and below the apron and all around the top. There are two large drawers with brass handles and locks with original brass escutcheons. All four legs are shaped e...
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Welsh George II Serving Tables

Materials

Oak

Welsh George II Period Oak 2-Drawer Dresser Base or Server, Mid-18th Century
Welsh George II Period Oak 2-Drawer Dresser Base or Server, Mid-18th Century

Welsh George II Period Oak 2-Drawer Dresser Base or Server, Mid-18th Century

$6,500
Jacobean Oak Dresser Base
Located in Essex, MA
Rectangular topped over three paneled drawers, raised on turned legs.
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Sideboards

Materials

Oak

Jacobean Oak Dresser Base
Jacobean Oak Dresser Base

Jacobean Oak Dresser Base

$7,500
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18th Century Oak Dresser For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal 18th century oak dresser for your home. A 18th century oak dresser — often made from wood, oak and metal — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the 18th century oak dresser you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right 18th century oak dresser, those designed in Georgian, Baroque and Louis XV styles are of considerable interest.

How Much is a 18th Century Oak Dresser?

The average selling price for a 18th century oak dresser at 1stDibs is $6,486, while they’re typically $980 on the low end and $45,000 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Storage-case-pieces for You

Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.

Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About 18th Century Oak Dresser
  • 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?
    1 Answer
    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?
    1 Answer
    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?
    1 Answer
    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?
    1 Answer
    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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