Who was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century?

British 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.

What art style was used by the 19th-century French painters?

The 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.

Were there cannons in the 16th century?

Yes, 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.

Was there glass in the 16th century?

Yes, 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.

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.

What is the most important painting of the 20th century?

What 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.

What furniture was used in the 16th century?

A 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.

What is 17th-century furniture called?

What 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.

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.

Who invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century?

Sir 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.

What are the major features of Dutch 17th century portraiture?

17th-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.

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.

19th Century Botanicals

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Exquisite Botanicals from Revue Horticole: A 19th-Century Garden Showcase

Located in Langweer, NL

latter part of the nineteenth century, an era marked by the zenith of botanical exploration, "Revue

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Antique 1850s Prints

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Paper

Exquisite Botanicals from Revue Horticole: A 19th-Century Garden Showcase

$322 Sale Price / set

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Vibrant Botanical Portraits: Exquisite Plant Illustrations from the 19th Century

Located in Langweer, NL

chromolithography, a technique popular in the 19th century for its ability to produce vivid, multi-colored images

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Antique 1870s Prints

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Paper

Vibrant Botanical Portraits: Exquisite Plant Illustrations from the 19th Century

$360 Sale Price / set

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Blue-Flowered Aechmea Botanical Illustration by Louis van Houtte, 19th Century

Located in Langweer, NL

Blue-Flowered Aechmea Botanical Illustration by Louis van Houtte, 19th Century This illustration

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Antique 1850s Prints

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Blue-Flowered Aechmea Botanical Illustration by Louis van Houtte, 19th Century

$132 Sale Price

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Large-Flowered Pansies Botanical Illustration by Louis van Houtte, 19th Century

Located in Langweer, NL

Large-Flowered Pansies Botanical Illustration by Louis van Houtte, 19th Century This vibrant

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Antique 1850s French Prints

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Large-Flowered Pansies Botanical Illustration by Louis van Houtte, 19th Century

$132 Sale Price

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Large-Leaf Rhododendron Botanical Illustration by Louis van Houtte, 19th Century

Located in Langweer, NL

Large-Leaf Rhododendron Botanical Illustration by Louis van Houtte, 19th Century This illustration

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Large-Leaf Rhododendron Botanical Illustration by Louis van Houtte, 19th Century

$132 Sale Price

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Van Houtte s Tigridia Botanical Illustration by Louis van Houtte, 19th Century

Located in Langweer, NL

Van Houtte's Tigridia Botanical Illustration by Louis van Houtte, 19th Century This illustration

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Antique 1850s Prints

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Van Houtte s Tigridia Botanical Illustration by Louis van Houtte, 19th Century

$132 Sale Price

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19th-Century African Brass Plant Stand / Vide-Poche — Pierced Botanical Decor

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Art Deco Molded Glass Vase — France, 1940s Description: This is a French Art Deco glass vase, created in the 1940s, perfectly representative of the geometric aesthetic of the period...

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Vases

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Glass

19th-Century African Brass Plant Stand / Vide-Poche — Pierced Botanical Decor

$534

19th Century Hand Colored Fruit Botanicals In Gilt Wood Frames, Group of 10

Located in Stamford, CT

19th century American framed still life depictions of fruit, set of 10. Group of 10 small framed

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Antique Early 19th Century American Regency Decorative Art

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Giltwood, Paper

19th Century Hand Colored Fruit Botanicals In Gilt Wood Frames, Group of 10

$3,600

Comet Orchid (Darwin s Orchid): Hand-Colored Lithograph by Louis van Houtte 1855

Located in Langweer, NL

beauty of plants. His publications remain some of the finest examples of 19th-century botanical art and

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Antique 1850s Prints

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Paper

Comet Orchid (Darwin s Orchid): Hand-Colored Lithograph by Louis van Houtte 1855

$227 Sale Price

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Vintage Botanical Elegance: A Triptych of 19th Century Colored Foliage Studies

Located in Langweer, NL

. Rothschild as the editor, are fine examples of botanical illustration from the 19th century. They depict

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Antique 1880s Prints

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Paper

Vintage Botanical Elegance: A Triptych of 19th Century Colored Foliage Studies

$227 Sale Price / set

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19th C. Hand Colored Botanical "Alpinia Nutans Rosc." Lithograph

Located in San Francisco, CA

19th C. hand colored Botanical "Alpinia Nutans Rosc." Lithograph Fine antique hand colored

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Antique Late 19th Century English Prints

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Paper

19th C. Hand Colored Botanical "Alpinia Nutans Rosc." Lithograph

$350

19th c. French Framed Copper Plate Botanical Engraving on Laid Paper

Located in Wichita, KS

was one of the leading painters of flowers and fruit in the first half of the 19th century in France

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Antique 19th Century French Prints

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Paper

19th c. French Framed Copper Plate Botanical Engraving on Laid Paper

$1,650

English Victorian Framed Botanical Illustration of Orchis Miltaris

Located in Queens, NY

English Victorian Gold Framed and Matted Botanical Illustration of Orchis Miltaris with blue and

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Paintings

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Gold

English Victorian Framed Botanical Illustration of Orchis Miltaris

$425

English Victorian Framed Botanical Illustration of Crested Crowwheat

Located in Queens, NY

English Victorian Gold Framed and Matted Botanical Illustration of Crested Crowwheat with yellow

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Paintings

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Gold

English Victorian Framed Botanical Illustration of Crested Crowwheat

$425

Pair Of Antique Hand Colored Botanical Prints

Located in Bridgeport, CT

glazed. Dimensions: Paper: 19 1/4 x 14 1/4” W Frame: 22 1/4 x 17 1/4 x 3/4” D Condition: Please see

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Antique 19th Century Country Prints

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Pair Of Antique Hand Colored Botanical Prints

$2,250 / set

19th C Minton Hand Painted Botanical Pierced Rim Dessert Service

By Minton

Located in Great Barrington, MA

A complete hand painted dessert service made by Minton showcases their superb talent and artistry. Gorgeous specimens are featured in the centers of each plate, consisting of 12 dess...

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Antique 19th Century English Dinner Plates

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Paste, Porcelain

19th C Minton Hand Painted Botanical Pierced Rim Dessert Service

$14,500 / set

English Victorian Framed Botanical Illustration of Yellow Alpine Bartsia

Located in Queens, NY

English Victorian Gold Framed and Matted Botanical Illustration of Yellow Alpine Bartsia with

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Paintings

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Gold

English Victorian Framed Botanical Illustration of Yellow Alpine Bartsia

$425

British Botanical Watercolor of Tulips

Located in Downingtown, PA

Botanical Splendor: A British Watercolor of Tulips, Early 19th Century This early 19th-century

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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Paintings

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Paper

British Botanical Watercolor of Tulips

$1,800

Pair of Original Antique Hand Colored Botanical Engravings

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of hand colored botanical engravings of flowers.

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Antique 19th Century English Prints

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Paper

Pair of Original Antique Hand Colored Botanical Engravings

$650 / set

Gilt Framed Herbier Botanical Specimens from the early 20th Century

Located in New York, NY

Framed and Pressed 19th century "Herbier" Botanical Specimens 14" x 0.75" x 18" each. Sold as set

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Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Art

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Wood, Paper

Gilt Framed Herbier Botanical Specimens from the early 20th Century

$1,200 / set

African Brass Plant Stand / Vide-Poche — Pierced Botanical Decor

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

19th-Century African Brass Plant Stand / Vide-Poche — Pierced Botanical Decor Description: This is

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Antique 19th Century Angolan American Classical Decorative Dishes and Vi...

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Brass

African Brass Plant Stand / Vide-Poche — Pierced Botanical Decor

$534

Vibrant Blooms: A Collection of Exquisite Chromolithographs from Revue Horticole

Located in Langweer, NL

finest examples of 19th-century botanical art, showcasing an exquisite level of detail and vibrant colors

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Antique 1880s Prints

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Paper

Vibrant Blooms: A Collection of Exquisite Chromolithographs from Revue Horticole

$341 Sale Price / set

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Regal Prayer Plant: Hand-Colored Lithograph by Louis van Houtte, 1855

Located in Langweer, NL

botanical artistry from the mid-19th century, offering both historical and aesthetic value to collectors and

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Antique 1850s Prints

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Paper

Regal Prayer Plant: Hand-Colored Lithograph by Louis van Houtte, 1855

$227 Sale Price

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Antique Bessarabian Botanical Rug Doris Leslie Blau

Located in New York, NY

Antique Bessarabian Botanical Rug Size: 6'0" × 9'0" (182 × 274 cm) An exquisite example of 19th

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Antique Late 19th Century Moldovan Bessarabian Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Bessarabian Botanical Rug Doris Leslie Blau

$25,200

English Victorian Framed Botanical Illustration of Green-Winged Meadow Orchis

Located in Queens, NY

English Victorian Gold Framed and Matted Botanical Illustration of Green-Winged Meadow Orchis with

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Paintings

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Gold

English Victorian Framed Botanical Illustration of Green-Winged Meadow Orchis

$425

Six early 20th Century pressed botanic samples signed and dated 1906

Located in London, GB

Six early 20th Century pressed botanic samples signed and dated 1906 Dimensions in inches: H 17” x

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Antique 19th Century French Victorian Decorative Art

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Natural Fiber

Six early 20th Century pressed botanic samples signed and dated 1906

$1,232

English Porcelain Porcelain Botanical Plaque

By Derby

Located in Downingtown, PA

English Porcelain porcelain botanical plaque, Probably Derby Porcelain The framed porcelain

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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Decorative Art

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Porcelain

English Porcelain Porcelain Botanical Plaque

$3,000

French Victorian Watercolor Botanical Print of a Iris Pseudacorus Flower

Located in Queens, NY

French Victorian watercolor abstract print of a Iris Pseudacorus Flower

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Antique 19th Century French Victorian Prints

French Victorian Watercolor Botanical Print of a Iris Pseudacorus Flower

$3,000

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Ukrainian Bessarabian Botanical Rug

Located in New York, NY

of late 19th-century Eastern European craftsmanship, this antique Bessarabian rug from Ukraine

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Antique Late 19th Century Ukrainian Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Ukrainian Bessarabian Botanical Rug

$28,000

Chinese White and Navy Blue Botanical Design Porcelain Urn

Located in Queens, NY

"Antique Chinese (Late 19th Century) white, porcelain urn decorated with a blue botanical scene of

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Urns

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Porcelain

Chinese White and Navy Blue Botanical Design Porcelain Urn

$1,350

Regency British Botanical Watercolor of Tulips

Located in Downingtown, PA

British Botanical Watercolor of Tulips, 19th century The beautifully framed and matted botanical

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Antique Early 19th Century Georgian Paintings

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Paper

Regency British Botanical Watercolor of Tulips

$1,800

Antique French Botanical Needlepoint Carpet Doris Leslie Blau

Located in New York, NY

stunning example of 19th-century French textile artistry, this antique needlepoint carpet from the 1880s

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Antique Late 19th Century French Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique French Botanical Needlepoint Carpet Doris Leslie Blau

$25,200

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Ukrainian Bessarabian Botanical Rug

Located in New York, NY

of late 19th-century Eastern European craftsmanship, this antique Bessarabian rug from Ukraine

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Antique Late 19th Century Ukrainian Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Ukrainian Bessarabian Botanical Rug

$28,000

Botanic Model Brendel, Germany, 1890

Located in Milan, IT

A rare botanical model of the Brendel, Syringa vulgaris N. 37 (Uleaceae). The round base in

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Antique Late 19th Century German Figurative Sculptures

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Plaster, Wood

Botanic Model Brendel, Germany, 1890

$5,340

Botanic Model Brendel, Germany, 1890

Located in Milan, IT

A rare botanical model of the Brendel, Triticum Vulgare N.11A (Gramineae). The round base in

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Antique Late 19th Century German Figurative Sculptures

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Plaster, Wood

Botanic Model Brendel, Germany, 1890

$5,344

Set Nine Botanical Lithograph Prints after Louis Van Houtte

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Amazing set of nine framed botanical hand-colored etching lithographs after 19th century

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Antique 19th Century Belgian Victorian Prints

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Giltwood, Paper

Set Nine Botanical Lithograph Prints after Louis Van Houtte

$6,800 / set

Antique 1880s French Aubusson Rug, Ivory Botanical Elegance

Located in New York, NY

exceptional French Aubusson rug from the late 19th century exemplifies the refined artistry and elegance of

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Antique Late 19th Century French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique 1880s French Aubusson Rug, Ivory Botanical Elegance

$21,000

Set of Six Fine Antique British Botanical Paintings, circa 1900 s

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

. Curtis, W. Baxter and W. Fitch Early Mid 19th Century Size: image: 8.5 x 5.5 inches Provenance

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Early 19th Century Art Deco Still-life Prints

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Color

Set of Six Fine Antique British Botanical Paintings, circa 1900 s, Early 19th Century

$547

Antique Botanical Lithographs – Gasteria, Aloe Yucca – 1897

Located in Langweer, NL

ornamental plants during the 19th century. Condition: Very good with only light age toning near edges

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Antique Late 19th Century English Prints

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Paper

Antique Botanical Lithographs – Gasteria, Aloe Yucca – 1897

$403 / set

Botanical Watercolour Painting of Purple Trumpet Flowers with Lush Green Foliage

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Provenance: Private collection Condition: Great condition Description: This elegant botanical watercolour

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Early 19th Century English School Still-life Paintings

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Watercolor

English School
Botanical Watercolour Painting of Purple Trumpet Flowers with Lush Green Foliage, 19th Century

$164 Sale Price

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Doris Leslie Blau Antique French Aubusson Botanic Handmade Wool Rug

Located in New York, NY

Antique French Aubusson Botanic handmade wool rug. Size: 12.6" × 15.1" (381 × 459 cm) A captivating

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Antique Late 19th Century French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Antique French Aubusson Botanic Handmade Wool Rug

$42,000

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Indian Bold, Botanic Handmade Wool Rug

Located in New York, NY

Antique Indian Bold, Botanic Handmade Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 13'0" × 23'8" (396 × 721

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Antique Late 19th Century Indian Indian Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Indian Bold, Botanic Handmade Wool Rug

$200,000

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Caucasian Karabagh Botanic Handmade Rug

Located in New York, NY

exquisite example of 19th-century Armenian craftsmanship, this antique Karabagh rug, woven circa 1880 in the

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Antique Late 19th Century Caucasian Caucasian Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Caucasian Karabagh Botanic Handmade Rug

$22,000

English Porcelain Botanical Plaque, Attributed to Derby

By Derby

Located in Downingtown, PA

Beautiful English Porcelain Botanical Plaque, Attributed to Derby, Circa 1825 The upright

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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Porcelain

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Porcelain

English Porcelain Botanical Plaque, Attributed to Derby

$3,750

Doris Leslie Blau Antique French Aubusson Botanic Handmade Wool Rug

Located in New York, NY

Antique French Aubusson Botanic handmade wool rug. Size: 12.6" × 15.1" (381 × 459 cm) A captivating

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Antique Late 19th Century French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Antique French Aubusson Botanic Handmade Wool Rug

$42,000

Antique Sugarcane Botanical Chromolithograph, Teboe Glagah, Java 1892

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique Sugarcane Botanical Chromolithograph, Teboe Glagah, Java 1892 Description This large

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Antique Late 19th Century German Prints

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Paper

Antique Sugarcane Botanical Chromolithograph, Teboe Glagah, Java 1892

$1,062

English Pottery Pearlware Botanical Plates, circa 1840

Located in Downingtown, PA

Purple Bloom: Hand-Painted English Pearlware Botanical Plates Object: Pair of Hand-Painted Dinner

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Antique Early 19th Century English Folk Art Pottery

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Pearlware, Pottery

English Pottery Pearlware Botanical Plates, circa 1840

$750 / set

Antique Sugarcane Botanical Chromolithograph, Teboe Cheribon, Java 1892

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique Sugarcane Botanical Chromolithograph, Teboe Cheribon, Java 1892 Description This large

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Antique Late 19th Century German Prints

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Paper

Antique Sugarcane Botanical Chromolithograph, Teboe Cheribon, Java 1892

$1,062

Botanical Watercolour Painting of a Red Tulip and Yellow Daffodil Green Leaves

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Botanical Watercolour watercolour drawing on artist paper, unframed drawing: 9.75 x 7.5 inches

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Early 19th Century English School Still-life Paintings

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Watercolor

English School
Botanical Watercolour Painting of a Red Tulip and Yellow Daffodil Green Leaves, 19th Century

$164 Sale Price

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Antique French Aubusson Rug - Botanical Garden Motif at Doris Leslie Blau

Located in New York, NY

× 401 cm) Step into a romantic 19th-century garden with this enchanting French Aubusson rug from the

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Antique Late 19th Century French Aubusson Western European Rugs

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Wool

Antique French Aubusson Rug - Botanical Garden Motif at Doris Leslie Blau

$112,000

Circa 1850 French Botanical Tapestry with Bird Motif

Located in Los Angeles, US

influence of 19th century French decorative arts and the era’s fascination with nature, depth, and tonal

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Antique Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Tapestries

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Wool, Cotton, Silk

Circa 1850 French Botanical Tapestry with Bird Motif

$7,200

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Persian Sultanabad Botanic Handmade Rug

Located in New York, NY

Antique Persian Sultanabad Botanic Handmade Wool Rug Size: 13'4" × 20'6" (406 × 624 cm) A late 19th

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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Persian Sultanabad Botanic Handmade Rug

$168,000

Antique Botanical Print of a Gesneria species

Located in Langweer, NL

Antique botanical print titled 'Gesneria Macrostachya'. Original old print of a gesneria species

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Antique Mid-19th Century Prints

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Paper

Antique Botanical Print of a Gesneria species

$180 Sale Price

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Azalea Pulchra, antique botanical flower engraving

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Engraving with original hand-colouring. 1834. 230mm by 155mm. From Paxton's 'Magazine of botany and register of flowering plants' by Sir Joseph Paxton.

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Mid-19th Century Naturalistic More Prints

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Engraving

Frederick William Smith
Azalea Pulchra, antique botanical flower engraving, 1834

$85

Malopa grandiflora, antique botanical flower engraving

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Engraving with original hand-colouring. 1834. 230mm by 155mm. From Paxton's 'Magazine of botany and register of flowering plants' by Sir Joseph Paxton.

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Mid-19th Century Naturalistic More Prints

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Engraving

Frederick William Smith
Malopa grandiflora, antique botanical flower engraving, 1834

$85

Streptanthera cuprea, antique botanical flower engraving

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Engraving with original hand-colouring. 1834. 230mm by 155mm. From Paxton's 'Magazine of botany and register of flowering plants' by Sir Joseph Paxton.

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Mid-19th Century Naturalistic More Prints

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Engraving

Frederick William Smith
Streptanthera cuprea, antique botanical flower engraving, 1834

$85

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Indian Amritsar Botanic Rug Size Adjusted

Located in New York, NY

late 19th century Indian Amritsar antique carpet, the beige field with an all-over pattern of enlarged

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Antique Late 19th Century Indian Indian Rugs

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Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Indian Amritsar Botanic Rug Size Adjusted

$49,000

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19th Century Botanicals For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of 19th century botanicals is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique 19th century botanicals was constructed with extraordinary care, often using paper, ceramic and porcelain. 19th century botanicals have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. 19th century botanicals bearing Victorian or Regency hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. 19th century botanicals have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Coalport Porcelain, Pierre-Joseph Redouté and Chamberlains Worcester are consistently popular.

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The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $900, while they’re typically $45 on the low end and $90,000 highest priced.

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Who was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
British 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.
What art style was used by the 19th-century French painters?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The 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.
Were there cannons in the 16th century?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Yes, 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.
Was there glass in the 16th century?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, 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.
Did they have wedding rings in the 18th century?
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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?
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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.
What is the most important painting of the 20th century?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
What 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.
What furniture was used in the 16th century?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A 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.
What is 17th-century furniture called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
What 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.
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.
Who invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Sir 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.
What are the major features of Dutch 17th century portraiture?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
17th-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.
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.