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.

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Wood, Walnut

18th Century Spanish Walnut Wood Table with Uniquely Carved Trestle End Supports

$6,175

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Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Wonderful 18th Century Spanish console table. Superbly carved legs supporting a single plank top

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Antique 18th Century Console Tables

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Wood

18th Century Spanish Console Table

$5,683

18th Century Spanish Table or Desk

Located in Houston, TX

18th century Spanish table, in the San Antonio style, with iron straps has been modified to

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Desks and Writing Tables

18th Century Spanish Table or Desk

$7,840

18th century Spanish elm writing table

Located in Malton, GB

This is the best quality and most original 18th century Spanish table I have had the pleasure to

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Antique 18th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Elm

18th century Spanish elm writing table

$4,413

Spanish 18th Century Trestle Table

Located in Round Top, TX

A very stunning 18th century Trestle Table from the Catalan region of Spain. Beautifully

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Antique 18th Century Albanian Console Tables

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Walnut

Spanish 18th Century Trestle Table

$15,900

Early 18th Century Primitive Side Table From Spain

Located in Round Top, TX

A very charming Spanish early 18th century primitive side table constructed from walnut. The top

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Spanish Side Tables

Early 18th Century Primitive Side Table From Spain

$1,687

18th Century Spanish Baroque Side Table/End Table

Located in Carmine, TX

Side table hand-built in Spain in the early 1700s using oak and pegged construction. Do not be

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Antique Early 18th Century Spanish Baroque Side Tables

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Oak

18th Century Spanish Baroque Side Table/End Table

$2,650

Spanish 18th Century Walnut Single Drawer Table

Located in Round Top, TX

This is a terrific small side table with pegging and dovetail throughout. There is one in place in

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Side Tables

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Walnut

Spanish 18th Century Walnut Single Drawer Table

$6,495

18th Century Spanish Side Table in Walnut

Located in Round Top, TX

A charming 18th century side table, end table from Girona, Spain. Beautifully constructed from

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Antique 18th Century Spanish End Tables

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Walnut

18th Century Spanish Side Table in Walnut

$2,813

18th Century Spanish Stone Top and Marble Base Garden Table

Located in Marbella, ES

18th century Spanish stone top and marble base garden table. Height under the top: 58cm.

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Tables

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Stone, Marble

18th Century Spanish Stone Top and Marble Base Garden Table

$14,363

18th Century Spanish Baroque Walnut Library Table

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Handsome 18th century Spanish baroque library table or writing table constructed from mostly walnut

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Baroque Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass

18th Century Spanish Baroque Walnut Library Table

$2,800

18th Century Spanish Walnut Lyre Leg Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful walnut lyre leg table from the 1700's. One wide board top, nearly 2" thick. Lovely patina.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Spanish Desks and Writing Tables

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Iron

18th Century Spanish Walnut Lyre Leg Table

$14,500

Grand 18th Century Spanish Two-Drawer Console Table/Server

Located in Atlanta, GA

A grand 18th century Spanish two-drawer console table/server. This dark wood Spanish console

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Console Tables

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Wood

Grand 18th Century Spanish Two-Drawer Console Table/Server

$10,500

Spanish 18th Century Traveling Writing Table

Located in Round Top, TX

A stunning 18th century Traveling Table - Writing Table from the Catalan region of Spain

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

Spanish 18th Century Traveling Writing Table

$7,950

Spanish 18th Century Rustic Side Table

Located in Round Top, TX

A very charming 18th century side table from the Catalan region of Spain. Soundly constructed from

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Antique 19th Century Spanish Side Tables

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Pine

Spanish 18th Century Rustic Side Table

$3,850

Spanish 18th Century Table Basse, Coffee Table

Located in Round Top, TX

A terrific Primitive table basse - coffee table from the Catalan region of France. Soundly

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Antique Late 18th Century Spanish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Chestnut

Spanish 18th Century Table Basse, Coffee Table

$4,750

Late 18th Century Spanish Farm Table in Walnut

Located in Round Top, TX

Antique Spanish trestle table in walnut from the late 18th century. This piece makes a perfect desk

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Spanish Farm Tables

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Walnut

Late 18th Century Spanish Farm Table in Walnut

$2,750

Spanish 18th Century Bench Coffee Table

Located in Round Top, TX

A very handsome 18th century bench from the Catalan region of Spain. Beautifully constructed in

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Iron

Spanish 18th Century Bench Coffee Table

$2,750

18th Century Spanish Walnut Demilune Table with Lyre Legs

Located in Atlanta, GA

The Spanish walnut demilune table with lyre legs and x-form stretcher.

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Console Tables

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Walnut

18th Century Spanish Walnut Demilune Table with Lyre Legs

$6,545

Spanish 18th Century Side Table or Console

Located in Round Top, TX

A very lovely Spanish 18th century side table or console. Beautifully constructed from a richly

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Console Tables

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Pine

Spanish 18th Century Side Table or Console

$3,063

18th Century Spanish, Raw Pine Console Table

Located in Round Top, TX

18th century Spanish raw pine console table. It is pegged with natural patina and original legs.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Spanish Console Tables

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Pine

18th Century Spanish, Raw Pine Console Table

$4,800

Baroque Table, Spanish, 18th Century Walnut and Wrought Iron

Located in New Orleans, LA

18th Century Spanish Baroque walnut and wrought iron trestle table with iron stretcher. Seats 8 for

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Antique 18th Century European Spanish Colonial Dining Room Tables

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Wrought Iron

Baroque Table, Spanish, 18th Century Walnut and Wrought Iron

$12,900

Antique Walnut Table with Drawers, Richly Carved, 18th Century Spain

Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)

wavy legs (typical of the refectory), built entirely by hand in the 18th century, from Spain. Ideal

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Tables

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Walnut

Antique Walnut Table with Drawers, Richly Carved, 18th Century Spain

$5,984

18th Century Walnut Spanish Serving Table or Desk

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Wonderful 18th century Spanish walnut hunt table or desk with a stunning 4cm thick two plank top

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Serving Tables

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Walnut

18th Century Walnut Spanish Serving Table or Desk

$5,216

18th century solid walnut Spanish table

Located in Malton, GB

This is a stunning genuine 18th century Spanish walnut table. The top is a single piece of walnut

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Antique 18th Century Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

18th century solid walnut Spanish table

$3,294

18th century Spanish walnut side table with bobbin legs

Located in Malton, GB

This a striking 18th century Spanish walnut turned leg side table with single drawer. Totally

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Antique 18th Century Side Tables

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Walnut

18th century Spanish walnut side table with bobbin legs

$2,738

Exquisite Table from the Peralada Castle Museum in Spain, Late 18th Century

Located in Atlanta, GA

This very special table, from the turn of the 18th and 19th century, comes from the Peralada Castle

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Antique Late 18th Century Spanish Tables

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Wood

Exquisite Table from the Peralada Castle Museum in Spain, Late 18th Century

$12,640

Spanish 18th Century "Reflectoire" Table or Console

Located in Round Top, TX

An outstanding mid-18th century Reflectoire table from the Catalan region of Spain. This stunning

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Antique Mid-18th Century Spanish Console Tables

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Chestnut, Walnut

Spanish 18th Century "Reflectoire" Table or Console

$9,600

Spanish 18th Century "Reflectoire" Table or Console

Located in Round Top, TX

An exceptional 18th century "Reflectoire" table / console in bleached or washed oak from the

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Antique Mid-18th Century Spanish Console Tables

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Oak

Spanish 18th Century "Reflectoire" Table or Console

$9,500

18th Century Spanish Walnut Table or Desk

Located in Winter Park, FL

A period 18th c. Spanish table in walnut, Featuring a solid one-piece figured walnut top, attached

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Antique Mid-18th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

18th Century Spanish Walnut Table or Desk

$3,750

18th Century Spanish Walnut Table with Lyre Legs

Located in Atlanta, GA

The 18th century Spanish table in walnut with carved pierced lyre shaped legs and wrought iron

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Wrought Iron

18th Century Spanish Walnut Table with Lyre Legs

$4,275

18th Century Spanish St. Anthony Table with Wooden Trestle

Located in Houston, TX

18th century Spanish St. Anthony table with wooden trestle.

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Pine

18th Century Spanish St. Anthony Table with Wooden Trestle

$2,400

Antique Refectory Table in Walnut, Original Irons, 18th Century Spain

Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)

Antique refectory table, to be used in the kitchen or as a table, also fantastic as a dining table

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Antique Mid-18th Century Spanish Tables

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Walnut

Antique Refectory Table in Walnut, Original Irons, 18th Century Spain

$4,548

Schumacher 18th Century Spanish Walnut Table with Lyre Legs and Iron Struts

By Schumacher

Located in New York, NY

Since Schumacher was founded in 1889, our family-owned company has been synonymous with style, taste, and innovation. A passion for luxury and an unwavering commitment to beauty are ...

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Antique 18th Century European Spanish Colonial Tables

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Iron

Schumacher 18th Century Spanish Walnut Table with Lyre Legs and Iron Struts

$8,680

18th Century Spanish Wooden Folding Table Painted in Red

Located in Marbella, ES

18th Century Spanish wooden folding table painted in red. Dimensions open: 76 x 157 x 100cm

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Farm Tables

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Wood

18th Century Spanish Wooden Folding Table Painted in Red

$6,583

Spanish 18th Century Single Board Table

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

This wonderful Spanish trestle table was handcrafted in the 1700’s and has gained a fantastic

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Other Dining Room Tables

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Metal, Iron

Spanish 18th Century Single Board Table

$10,500

18th Century Spanish Catalan Primitive Wabi Sabi Side Table

Located in London, GB

A dramatic 18th century side table, deep console or small desk in blackened and heavily patinated

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Side Tables

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Pine

18th Century Spanish Catalan Primitive Wabi Sabi Side Table

$3,706

18th Century Spanish Desk

Located in Dallas, TX

18th century Rustic Spanish walnut desk was meticulously handcrafted from old-growth walnut

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Country Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

18th Century Spanish Desk

$7,980

18th Century Walnut Spanish Renaissance Library Table with Iron Stretchers

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This 18th century walnut Renaissance library table from Spain is in all original condition, with

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Antique Early 18th Century Spanish Renaissance Dining Room Tables

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Walnut

18th Century Walnut Spanish Renaissance Library Table with Iron Stretchers

$2,395

Pair of Spanish 18th Century Wine Press Side Tables

Located in Round Top, TX

A wonderful pair of Spanish side tables constructed from 18th century wine presses - pressoires in

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Antique Mid-18th Century Spanish Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Pair of Spanish 18th Century Wine Press Side Tables

$5,950 / set

18th Century Elmwood Dining Table from Spain

Located in Dallas, TX

This long antique table from Spain was made in the 1700s. The raised grain of the elmwood on the

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

18th Century Elmwood Dining Table from Spain

$11,400

18th Century Spanish Walnut Table with Drawer Decorated with Circles and Fitting

Located in Marbella, ES

18th Century Spanish Walnut Table with Drawer Decorated with Circles and Fittings

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Tables

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Walnut

18th Century Spanish Walnut Table with Drawer Decorated with Circles and Fitting

$4,189

18th Century Spanish Console

Located in Round Top, TX

A sensational 18th century console table from the Catalan region of Spain. Beautifully constructed

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Console Tables

18th Century Spanish Console

$5,750

18th Century Walnut Spanish Side Table or Desk with Iron Stretcher

Located in Round Top, TX

This is a rustic, early table from Spain. It has both walnut top, chestnut legs, beautiful

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Tables

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Walnut

18th Century Walnut Spanish Side Table or Desk with Iron Stretcher

$3,900

18th Century Spanish Baroque Walnut Library Table or Console

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Distinctive 18th century late baroque walnut carved library table or console table. Features a

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Baroque Console Tables

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Iron

18th Century Spanish Baroque Walnut Library Table or Console

$4,500

Pair of 18th Century Spanish Rustic Carved Wood and Iron Tables

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of unique 18th century Spanish chests or tables. This pair of 18th century (or earlier

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Rustic Side Tables

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Iron, Metal

Pair of 18th Century Spanish Rustic Carved Wood and Iron Tables

$5,190 / set

Spanish 18th Century Side Table in Walnut and Iron

Located in Round Top, TX

A wonderful 18th century side table - end table from the Catalan region of Spain. Beautifully

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Antique Mid-18th Century Spanish Side Tables

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Iron

Spanish 18th Century Side Table in Walnut and Iron

$4,875

Walnut Table with Intarsia and Saint Anthony Legs, Spain, 18th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Rectangular tabletop table decorated with inlaid painted figurative and vegetable (hunting riders

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Neoclassical Side Tables

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Other, Iron

Walnut Table with Intarsia and Saint Anthony Legs, Spain, 18th Century

$1,005

Spanish 18th Century Walnut Reflectoire Table or Desk

Located in Round Top, TX

A very handsome late 18th century Reflectoire table from the Catalan region of Spain. Handsomely

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Console Tables

Materials

Walnut

Spanish 18th Century Walnut Reflectoire Table or Desk

$7,750

Spanish Early 18th Century Dark Walnut Console Table with Spindled Legs

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Spanish early 18th century desk, console or accent table. This handsome Spanish desk of walnut

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Side Tables

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Wood, Walnut

Spanish Early 18th Century Dark Walnut Console Table with Spindled Legs

$4,194

Spanish 18th Century Solid Walnut Dining Table

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

This unique trestle table from Spain was made in the 1700’s. The two walnut planks forming the

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Other Dining Room Tables

Materials

Walnut

Spanish 18th Century Solid Walnut Dining Table

$9,500

18th Century Spanish Wooden Table with Walnut Top and Original Iron Fittings.

Located in Marbella, ES

18th entury Spanish Wooden table with walnut top and original iron fittings.

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut

18th Century Spanish Wooden Table with Walnut Top and Original Iron Fittings.

$5,864

18th Century Spanish 1-Drawer Walnut Console Table w/ Original Iron Hardware

Located in Marbella, ES

18th century Spanish 1-drawer walnut console table with original iron hardware and lyre legs.

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Antique Mid-18th Century Spanish Tables

Materials

Wood

18th Century Spanish 1-Drawer Walnut Console Table w/ Original Iron Hardware

$8,378

Spanish, 18th Century Console

Located in Round Top, TX

A very handsome 18th century console from the Catalan region in Spain. Beautifully constructed in

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Console Tables

Materials

Iron

Spanish, 18th Century Console

$7,800

Spanish Carved Trestle Walnut Table

Located in New Orleans, LA

This antique is a beautiful, one of a kind, 18th century Spanish trestle table made of walnut on

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Colonial Tables

Materials

Iron

Spanish Carved Trestle Walnut Table

$11,900

Spanish 18th Century Diminutive Side Table or Console

Located in Round Top, TX

A very beautiful 18th century diminutive side table or console from the Catalan region of Spain

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Console Tables

Materials

Iron

Spanish 18th Century Diminutive Side Table or Console

$2,750

Spanish Walnut Table

Located in Stamford, CT

17th century Spanish walnut lyre base center table with wrought iron stretchers.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Spanish Tables

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Walnut

Spanish Walnut Table

$12,500

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Questions About 18th Spanish Table

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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