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Italian 1870s Neoclassical Style Walnut Commode with Inlaid Shield Escutcheons
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian neoclassical style walnut three-drawer commode from the late 19th century, with inlaid
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Brass
Pair of French 1890s Painted Wood Shield Back Armchairs with Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of French painted wood shield back armchairs from the late 19th century, with tapered fluted
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Victorian Signet Ring 18k Yellow Gold Shield Monogram Flowers
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Victorian shield signet ring (circa 1880s to 1900s), crafted in 18 karat
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Signet Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pair of French Trumeau Sconces with Custom Shield Backplates
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
sconces with custom shield back plates made of iron with custom fitted wall plates for easy installing. We
Category
Antique 19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Wall Lights and Sconces
Oil Painting by Duncan Fraser Mclea "The Shore at South Shields"
By Duncan Fraser McLea
Located in Mere, GB
Oil Painting by Duncan Fraser Mclea "The Shore at South Shields" 1844 - 1916 Born in Scotland
Category
19th Century Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Antique Extending Dining Table with Ten Shield-Back Chairs, circa 1880
Located in London, GB
structure of just about every 19th century vanity box, dressing case or jewellery box. It became more of a
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Dining Room Sets
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond Filigree Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond Filigree Shield Ring. This beautiful
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Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Art Deco Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Fantastic Paint Decorated 19thc Hand Held Harp W/ Eagle
Shield
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GOOD.THE UP LEFT SIDE OF THIS HARP HAS A PAINTED SHIELD AND EAGLE FLANKED ON TOP.
Category
Antique 19th Century American Musical Instruments
Materials
Pine
Antique Extending Fire Screen, English, Fireside Shield, Victorian, Circa 1860
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique extending fire screen. An English, mahogany and silk cotton fireside shield
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century British Screens and Room Dividers
Materials
Wood
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Three Stone Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Three Stone Shield Ring. This gorgeous Art Deco
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Art Deco Three-Stone Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Stunning Victorian shield ring with Rubies all around the ring.
Item #R0452
Metal: 18K Yellow
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian More Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Fire Screen, French, Iron, Fireside Shield, Art Nouveau, Victorian, 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique fire screen. A French, bronzed wrought iron fireside shield with Art Nouveau
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Screens and Room Dividers
Materials
Iron
Stamper Black Hills Gold Watch Shield, 10k Yellow Gold Harley-Davidson
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Stamper Black Hills Gold
Harley-Davidson
Metal Content: Guaranteed 10k Gold as stamped (yellow, rose, and green)
Measurements: length 23.3", top width 1/2" (12.0mm), botto...
Category
Antique 19th Century Unknown More Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold
Biedermeier Mahogany Drapery Swag Shield Back Dining Chairs, C 1890s
Located in Germantown, MD
ribbed mahogany frames in a dark stain. The shield backs with Prince of Wales feather motif on the tops
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Biedermeier Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Rare Klemm Opal Cluster Reflector Lamp and Smoke Shield
By Klemm
Co.
Located in Peekskill, NY
turn of the century. This example also has a wavy milk glass smoke deflector. The lamps was originally
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Antique French Chest of Drawers Renaissance Revival Oak Shields Knights Lions
Located in Tyler, TX
Stunning Antique French Oak 19th Century Renaissance Revival Chest of 4 Drawers~~c. 1880s
This
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Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Commodes and Chests...
Materials
Oak
Antique Keymaster
s Board, Scottish, Oak, Brass, Key Shield, Victorian, C.1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique keymaster's board. A Scottish, oak and brass key shield, dating to the late
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Oak
Antique Victorian Shield Signet Ring 9k Rose Gold Vintage Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Lovely antique Victorian shield signet ring (circa 1880s to 1900s), crafted in 9 karat rose gold
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique European Wall Plaque Hanging Coat of Arms Knight Helmet Shield Oak 19thC
Located in Tyler, TX
Antique European hand carved oak architectural coat of arms hanging wall plaque c. 19th century
Category
Antique 19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Oak
Japanese Metal
Red Lacquer Bird Motif Amour Shield Circa 1800 Hachiman Temple
Located in Atlanta, GA
Japanese, circa 1800.
This stunning Japanese armor shield mounted to a museum quality iron stand
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Metalwork
Materials
Metal
Pair Antique English Handsome Mahogany Shield Back Arm Chairs, Circa 1855-1865
Located in New Orleans, LA
The classic shield back chair dates to the Georgian period and these are handsome products of the
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Armchairs
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Victorian Ring Shield Signet 14k Rose Gold Vintage Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
center shield did have an inscription at one point though it has worn down over time. It can be engraved
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Signet Rings
Materials
14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum Diamond Shield Pendant Handmade Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old Mine Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamond - 0.45ct (approx.)
(10) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Mine Cut & Single Cut - Pave...
Category
Antique 19th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Antique Victorian 15K Yellow Gold Floral Design Tassel Shield Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
It is a stunning Victorian pendant crafted in 15K yellow gold. It features three seed pearls incorporated into a romantic and rich floral design. The piece is dynamic because of char...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Yellow Gold, 15k Gold
Antique English Georgian Flame Mahogany Shield Form Shaving Mirror, circa 1810
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique English Georgian dresser shaving mirror offers flame mahogany construction with shield
Category
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Table Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Mahogany
Victorian Antique Seated Eagle and Shield Charm in 10K Yellow Gold with Enamel
Located in Fairfield, CT
the essence of the late 19th century with its refined design.
Perfect for charm collectors and lovers
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Set of 6 Carved Dining Chairs with Eagles, Crown and Shield
Located in Round Top, TX
. Please examine the photos to appreciate the carved eagles, crown and shield that top each one, in
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Antique Federal Flame Mahogany Mirror with Eagle
Shield Decorated Panel c1830
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Federal Flame Mahogany Mirror with Eagle & Shield Decorated Englomise Panel and Rope Twist
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Federal Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mahogany
Antique English Inlaid Hepplewhite Style Shield Back Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Rare English Inlaid Hepplewhite Style Shield Back Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Accent your
Category
Antique Early 19th Century British Hepplewhite Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Mahogany
Antique Victorian c1899 Bloodstone Shield Ring 9k Rose Gold Chester Hallmark 8.5
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Victorian bloodstone shield ring (circa 1899), crafted in 9 karat rose gold
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Cocktail Rings
Materials
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Set of Six Dining Chairs with Embossed Shield, Spain, circa 1870-1890
Located in Round Top, TX
leather seat backs each have a distinctive gold embossed shield, while the oversized brass nail heads
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Dining Room Chairs
Sublime Set of 4 Antique Mahogany Shield Back Dining Chairs with Leather Seats
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Utterly sublime and refined set of 4 elegant antique mahogany armchairs having carved wood shield
Category
Antique 19th Century English Regency Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Art Nouveau Silver Overlay Decanter or Back Bar Bottle W/ Shield and Strapwork
By La Pierre Manufacturing
Located in Nantucket, MA
bottles like this were used from the late 19th century to the early 20th century as liquor was typically
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Barware
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Cut Diamond and Sapphire Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Cut Diamond and Sapphire Shield Ring. This
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
English 1880s Oak Console Table with Single Drawer, Shield Motif and Reeded Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English oak console table with single drawer, shield motif and reeded legs from the late 19th
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Console Tables
Materials
Oak
Antique French Fleur-de-Lis Shield Form Giltwood Wall Mirror, circa 1860
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique French wall mirror offers shield form with giltwood frame having fleur-de-lis crest
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XIV Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Giltwood
Antique Set of 8 Carved Baroque Oak Dining Chairs with Carved Shield and Knight
Located in Round Top, TX
a carved family crest or shield and knight's helmet. A date of 1707 is visible which likely relates
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Danish Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of English Oak Hall Chairs with Carved Shield Backs and Cartouches, 1890s
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of English oak hall chairs with carved shield-shaped backs from the late 19th century. Each
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Side Chairs
Materials
Wood, Oak
Pair of Antique Shield Back Chairs, Scottish, Oak Hall Seat Victorian circa 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of antique shield back chairs. A Scottish, oak hall seat of superb quality, dating
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Side Chairs
Materials
Oak
Victorian Banded Agate Mourning Signet Ring
Located in London, GB
agate that has been cut in a shield shape and each shoulder features beautifully patterned black enamel
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Signet Rings
Materials
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Chinese Huanghuali
Marble Corner Chairs, Pair
Located in Astoria, NY
Pair of Chinese Huanghuali and Dream Stone Marble Inset Corner Chairs, circa 19th century or
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinoiserie Chairs
Materials
Marble
Collas French Empire Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock
Located in Astoria, NY
French Empire gilt bronze mantel clock, first quarter 19th century, the fluted shield-form case
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Mantel Clocks
Materials
Bronze
Antique Thai Buddha Wood Carving
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Rare large Thai Buddha sculpture from the mid-19th century. The central figure with shield back
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Thai Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Hardwood
Antique 14K Gold Cannetille Granules Pins
Located in Rotterdam, NL
women worn in some regions in The Netherlands in the 18th and 19th century.
The cannetille shields are
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Vanity Items
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,131 / set
Pair of English 1880s Carved Oak Hall Chairs with Leather Upholstered Seats
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of English carved oak hall chairs from the late 19th century with carved shield-shaped backs
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Late 19th Century Shield Form Mirror
Located in London, GB
A late 19th century giltwood mirror of large-scale, in the form of an armorial shield, with mercury
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Wall Mirrors
Materials
Giltwood
Set of Eight Swedish 19th Century Shield Back Painted Dining Room Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A set of eight Swedish dining room shield back chairs from the 19th century, with foliage motifs
Category
Antique 19th Century Swedish Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
19th Century Indian Dhal Shield
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
19th century Indian dhal shield.
Category
Antique 19th Century Indian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Brass
19th Century Antique Persian Battle Shield
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique Persian battle shield, 19th century.
Impressive iron battle shield with Persian
Category
Antique 19th Century Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Iron
Polished Brass Shield-Shaped Mirror, 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
19th Century Polished Brass Shield Shaped Mirror
Professionally cleaned and polished
Category
Antique 19th Century French Wall Mirrors
Materials
Brass
Naga Warrior Ceremonial Shield, 18th-19th Century
Located in Mexico City, MX
and are recognized as expert artisans.
Naga shields are surrounded by numerous rituals and taboos
Category
Antique 19th Century Southeast Asian Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Animal Skin
19th Century Antique Bronze Shield
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Beautifully chased bronze European shield, done with great detail.
Category
Antique 19th Century Austrian Arms, Armor and Weapons
19th Century Antique Battle Shield Elephant Skin Ethiopia
Located in Berlin, DE
19th century antique battle shield elephant skin Ethiopia. Very rare
Impressive battle shield
Category
Antique 19th Century Ethiopian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Materials
Animal Skin
19th Century Hepplewhite Shield Back Settee
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th Century Hepplewhite style shield back settee with fine carved splat, with a caned seat with
Category
Antique 19th Century Irish William IV Settees
19th century Danish Set of Four Shield Back Chairs
Located in Charleston, SC
Set of four painted shield back chairs, Denmark 19th century, with pierced shield shaped backs
Category
Antique 19th Century Danish Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Giltwood, Linen
Indo Persian Enameled Mughal Shield, 19th Century
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Indo Persian enameled Mughal shield, 19th century.
Category
Antique 19th Century Indian Arms, Armor and Weapons
Fireplace Shield French 19th Century Neoclassical France
Located in New York, NY
Fireplace Shield French 19th Century Neoclassical France. A large neoclassical stove shield in
Category
Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Brass
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An assortment of 19th century shields is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique 19th century shields was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and mahogany. 19th century shields have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. 19th century shields bearing Victorian or Neoclassical hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Elkington
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Prices for 19th century shields can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, 19th century shields begin at $174 and can go as high as $135,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,716.
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- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, there were cannons in the 16th century. The history of the weapon dates back to 12th-century China. Historical records suggest that the first cannons appeared in Europe during the Islamic wars in Iberia in the 13th century. Find a range of antique cannons on 1stDibs.
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A variety of furniture was used during the 16th century. Items commonly found in homes include high-backed armchairs, chests, stools, benches and cupboards. Most European artisans active during the time period produced pieces out of oak wood. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024What 17th-century furniture is called varies. The general term for all furniture produced 100 years ago, including 17th-century pieces, is antique furniture. You may also choose to be more specific and describe a piece by its style. Theatrical and lavish, the Baroque style was prevalent across Europe from the 17th to the mid-18th century and spread around the world through colonialism, including in Asia, Africa and the Americas. Baroque furniture was extravagant in all aspects, from shape to materials. 17th-century pieces from England often feature characteristics of the William and Mary style, such as crisp lines, maple and walnut veneers, inlaid bands and C-scroll ornaments. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In the 18th century, art changed in style from Baroque to Rococo and Neoclassicism. Art became more ornamented and idealized during the Rococo period and then shifted toward a style that emulated the artwork of ancient Greece and Rome near the end of the century. You’ll find a variety of fine art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify 18th-century furniture, you can research your piece in the context of the prevailing styles of the period or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. To identify your item on your own, look over it for maker's marks, such as carvings, stamps, brands and labels. Researching the marking can help you determine the maker of your piece, and from there, you can search further to learn more about your particular item. Without a maker's mark, the best approach is to consider the characteristics of the dominant furniture styles during the 18th century. In England, these included William and Mary, Queen Anne, Georgian, Chippendale, Hepplewhite and Sheraton. Some French furniture styles of the 1700s include Louis XV, Louis XVI and Régence. Find a diverse assortment of 18th-century furniture on 1stDibs.
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022At the end of the 17th century, Europe went into a frenzy over porcelain. Asian porcelain was highly sought after, and spurred the foundation of the Meissen factory in France, where hard porcelain went on to be made. You’ll find a large collection of porcelain pieces from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.