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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

20th Century Meissen

Blue And White Porcelain Porcelain

Cross Swords

Meissen Vase

Meissen Porcelain Rococo

Category

Early 20th Century German Neoclassical Revival Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Snake Handles Vase Finest Flowers Height 19.4 Inches C.1924-34-34

$4,000

Meissen Snake Handles Vase Painted Model E 116 Design by Leuteritz, 1924-1934

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

Meissen snake handles vase / designed by Leuteritz Manufactory: Meissen Dating: made during

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Early 20th Century German Empire Revival Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Snake Handles Vase Painted Model E 116 Design by Leuteritz, 1924-1934

$4,026

Pair of Meissen Style Birds Porcelain Lamps, Gilt Bronze Mount, 1900 Period

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

rocaille base. Retour ligne automatique Birds in the style of the Meissen porcelain production from the

Category

Early 20th Century Belle Époque Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Meissen Style Birds Porcelain Lamps, Gilt Bronze Mount, 1900 Period

$7,698 / set

Meissen 24-karat Golden Baroque Gold Leaf on White Porcelain Coffee/Tea Set

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Stamford, CT

Antique Meissen 24-karat golden baroque gold leaf on white porcelain coffee tea set. Coffee pot

Category

Mid-20th Century German Baroque Tea Sets

Materials

Gold Leaf

Meissen 24-karat Golden Baroque Gold Leaf on White Porcelain Coffee/Tea Set

$1,950 / set

Meissen Blue Onion Bowl in Hand-Painted Porcelain, Early 20th Century

Located in København, Copenhagen

Meissen Blue Onion bowl in hand-painted porcelain. Early 20th century. Measures: 17 x 17 x 3.5

Category

Early 20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Blue Onion Bowl in Hand-Painted Porcelain, Early 20th Century

$288

Large Round Meissen Dish in Hand Painted Porcelain with Flowers, 20th Century

Located in København, Copenhagen

Large round Meissen dish in hand painted porcelain with flowers, 20th century. Measures: Diameter

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20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Large Round Meissen Dish in Hand Painted Porcelain with Flowers, 20th Century

$500

Meissen Animal Figurine, Lovely Gyrfalcon, Max Esser, 20th Century

By Max Esser

Located in Vienna, AT

Meissen Gorgeous Animal Figurine Gyrfalcon (made 20th century) MEASURES / DIMENSIONS: height

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Late 20th Century German Art Deco Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Animal Figurine, Lovely Gyrfalcon, Max Esser, 20th Century

$2,400

Meissen Pierrot Figurine Walking by Martin Wiegand Made 20th Century

By Martin Wiegand

Located in Vienna, AT

Dating: 20th century Material: porcelain, glossy finish, multicolored painted model number 73568

Category

1990s German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Pierrot Figurine Walking by Martin Wiegand Made 20th Century

$5,684

Meissen Mandarin Duck Max Esser Art Deco

By Meissen Porcelain, Max Esser

Located in Newark, England

in red. The Meissen Mandarin Duck dates to the first half of the 20th century Art Deco period circa

Category

Early 20th Century German Art Deco Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Mandarin Duck Max Esser Art Deco

$7,511

Meissen Green Ivy Vine Leaf Bowl in Hand-Painted Porcelain, 20th Century

Located in København, Copenhagen

Meissen Green Ivy Vine Leaf bowl in hand-painted porcelain. 20th century. Measures: 18.5 x 4.5 cm

Category

20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Green Ivy Vine Leaf Bowl in Hand-Painted Porcelain, 20th Century

$160

Meissen Dinner Set For 6 Persons, Rich Dragon Yellow With Red Gold, 1924-34

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

Meissen Dining Set for 6 Persons Decor: Rich dragon yellow - shaded red & gold, gold rim; fine

Category

Early 20th Century German Baroque Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Dinner Set For 6 Persons, Rich Dragon Yellow With Red Gold, 1924-34

$8,053 / set

Meissen Pantalone and Columbine , Model 279

By Meissen Porcelain, Johann Joachim Kaendler

Located in Basildon, GB

base. 20th century version, model 279 crossed swords on base, 17 cm high.

Category

Late 20th Century German Rococo Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Pantalone and Columbine , Model 279

$1,638

Meissen Soup Tureen Swan Service

Located in New Orleans, LA

, this tureen truly exemplifies the Meissen aesthetic. Founded in the early 18th century

Category

20th Century French Soup Tureens

Materials

Meissen

Meissen Soup Tureen Swan Service

$24,500

Meissen Ballet Dancer Estrella Model a 1003 Scheurich, Made 20th Century

Located in Vienna, AT

existing First quality Dating: second half of 20th century Material: porcelain, glossy finish

Category

Mid-20th Century German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Ballet Dancer Estrella Model a 1003 Scheurich, Made 20th Century

$4,026

Meissen Tea Dessert Set For 12 Indian Flowers Coloured Gold 20th Century

By Viennese Imperial Porcelain Manufactory

Located in Vienna, AT

painted numbers Made 20th century Condition: The entire set is in excellent overall condition.

Category

20th Century German Baroque Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Tea Dessert Set For 12 Indian Flowers Coloured Gold 20th Century

$5,566 / set

Meissen Plate in Hand Painted Porcelain with Floral Motifs, Early 20th Century

Located in København, Copenhagen

Meissen plate in hand painted porcelain with floral motifs, early 20th century. Diameter: 16 cm

Category

Early 20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Plate in Hand Painted Porcelain with Floral Motifs, Early 20th Century

$200

Antique Meissen "Blue Onion" Bowl in Hand Painted Porcelain, Early 20th Century

Located in København, Copenhagen

Antique Meissen "Blue onion" bowl in hand painted porcelain, early 20th century. Measures: 11 x

Category

Early 20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Meissen "Blue Onion" Bowl in Hand Painted Porcelain, Early 20th Century

$200

Stadt Meissen Blue Onion Pattern, Trivet and Three Plates, Mid-20th Century

Located in København, Copenhagen

Stadt Meissen Blue Onion pattern. Trivet and three plates. Mid-20th century. Plate diameter: 17.5

Category

Mid-20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Stadt Meissen Blue Onion Pattern, Trivet and Three Plates, Mid-20th Century

$192 / set

Couple with birds, Meissen style. Biscuit. Samson Co., France, 20th century.

By Samson Cie

Located in Madrid, ES

Couple with birds, Meissen style. Biscuit. Samson & Co., France, around the beginning of the 20th

Category

Early 20th Century French Rococo Revival Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Other

Couple with birds, Meissen style. Biscuit. Samson Co., France, 20th century.

$284 / set

Six Meissen Blue Onion Plates in Hand-Painted Porcelain, Early 20th Century.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Six Meissen blue onion plates in hand-painted porcelain. Early 20th century. Four largest plates

Category

Early 20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Six Meissen Blue Onion Plates in Hand-Painted Porcelain, Early 20th Century.

Eight Meissen Green Ivy Vine Leaf Plates in Hand-Painted Porcelain, 20th Century

Located in København, Copenhagen

Eight Meissen green ivy vine leaf plates in hand-painted porcelain. 20th century. Largest diameter

Category

20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Eight Meissen Green Ivy Vine Leaf Plates in Hand-Painted Porcelain, 20th Century

$352 / set

Meissen, Germany, Blue Onion Pattern Vase in Porcelain. Mid-20th Century

Located in København, Copenhagen

Meissen, Germany, Blue Onion pattern vase in porcelain. Mid-20th century. First factory quality

Category

Mid-20th Century German Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen, Germany, Blue Onion Pattern Vase in Porcelain. Mid-20th Century

$320

Stadt Meissen Onion Pattern Reticulated Plate 7 Pcs in Stock Mid-20th Century

Located in København, Copenhagen

Stadt Meissen blue onion pattern. Reticulated plate. 7 pieces in stock. Mid-20th century. In very

Category

Mid-20th Century German Rococo Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Stadt Meissen Onion Pattern Reticulated Plate 7 Pcs in Stock Mid-20th Century

$630 / set

Meissen, Germany. Porcelain shop sign. Mid-20th C.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Meissen, Germany. Porcelain shop sign. Crossing swords along with the text: Meissen. Mid-20th

Category

Mid-20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen, Germany. Porcelain shop sign. Mid-20th C.

$200

Meissen Green Ivy Vine. Milk Jug in Hand-Painted Porcelain, Early 20th Century

Located in København, Copenhagen

Meissen green ivy vine. Milk jug in hand-painted porcelain. Early 20th century. In excellent

Category

Early 20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Green Ivy Vine. Milk Jug in Hand-Painted Porcelain, Early 20th Century

$200

Meissen Harlequin Greeting Model 632 64529 Johann J. Kändler Made 20th Century

By Johann Joachim Kaendler

Located in Vienna, AT

Meissen most lovely Greeting Harlequin model 632 / 64529 made second half of 20th century

Category

Vintage 1980s Austrian Rococo Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Harlequin Greeting Model 632 64529 Johann J. Kändler Made 20th Century

$2,723

Stadt Meissen Blue Onion Pattern, Dinner Plate, 6 Pcs in Stock, Mid-20th Century

Located in København, Copenhagen

Stadt Meissen blue onion pattern. Dinner plate. 6 pieces in stock, mid-20th century. In very good

Category

Mid-20th Century German Rococo Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Stadt Meissen Blue Onion Pattern, Dinner Plate, 6 Pcs in Stock, Mid-20th Century

$420 / set

Meissen Harlequin with Stick Model 237 64507 Johann J. Kändler made 20th century

By Johann Joachim Kaendler

Located in Vienna, AT

Meissen most lovely Harlequin with Stick model 237 / 64507 made second half of 20th century

Category

Vintage 1980s Austrian Rococo Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Harlequin with Stick Model 237 64507 Johann J. Kändler made 20th century

$2,723

Antique Meissen Bowl in Hand-Painted Porcelain, Early 20th C.

Located in København, Copenhagen

background. Early 20th century. Measures: 31 x 19,5 x 6,5 cm. In excellent condition. 3rd factory quality

Category

Early 20th Century German Rococo Revival Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Meissen Bowl in Hand-Painted Porcelain, Early 20th C.

$608

Five Parts Meissen Porcelain with Hand-Painted Floral Motifs. 20th C

Located in København, Copenhagen

fittings. 20th century. Consisting of two candlesticks, a vase, ashtray and ink dryer. The ashtray

Category

20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Five Parts Meissen Porcelain with Hand-Painted Floral Motifs. 20th C

$500 / set

Finest Meissen Porcelain Figure Dude by Paul Scheurich, circa 1920

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

belonged to one of most important porcelain designers of the first half of the 20th century. Manufactory

Category

Vintage 1920s German Biedermeier Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Finest Meissen Porcelain Figure Dude by Paul Scheurich, circa 1920

$5,211

Meissen Porcelain Figure Biedermeier Lady by Paul Scheurich, 1924-1934

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

century. Manufactory: Meissen Germany Manufactured 1924-1934 Technique: Handmade porcelain, finest

Category

Vintage 1920s German Biedermeier Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Porcelain Figure Biedermeier Lady by Paul Scheurich, 1924-1934

$4,145

Meissen Art Déco Mantle Clock with Two Putti by Paul Scheurich 1934-1947

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

important porcelain designers of the first half of the 20th century. ON THE DESIGN: Forming originally in

Category

Early 20th Century German Rococo Revival Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Art Déco Mantle Clock with Two Putti by Paul Scheurich 1934-1947

$21,080

Meissen Art Deco Mantle Clock with Two Putti by Paul Scheurich, 1920-1924

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

century. His customers also included KPM and Nymphenburg. Manufactory: Meissen Germany Dating: 1920

Category

Early 20th Century German Rococo Revival Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Art Deco Mantle Clock with Two Putti by Paul Scheurich, 1920-1924

$17,172

Finest Meissen Porcelain Figure Biedermeier Lady by Paul Scheurich, circa 1920

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

century. Manufactory: Meissen Germany Manufactured circa 1920 Technique: handmade porcelain, finest

Category

Vintage 1920s German Biedermeier Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Finest Meissen Porcelain Figure Biedermeier Lady by Paul Scheurich, circa 1920

$5,211

Meissen Dessert Plates Set for Six Persons Swan Decor by Kaendler, 20th Century

By Johann Joachim Kaendler

Located in Vienna, AT

(underglazed) of middle of 20th century, with various former's and painter's numbers, existing. Dating

Category

Mid-20th Century German Baroque Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Dessert Plates Set for Six Persons Swan Decor by Kaendler, 20th Century

$1,800

Meissen Girl with Rabbits Model 73441 Z 148 Max Bochmann Made 20th Century

Located in Vienna, AT

225 painter's number 49 First Quality Dating: 20th century / made 1990 (year's mark existing

Category

Late 20th Century German Art Nouveau Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Girl with Rabbits Model 73441 Z 148 Max Bochmann Made 20th Century

$2,723

Peter Strang for Meissen, Figure in Hand-Painted Porcelain, Late 20th C

Located in København, Copenhagen

Peter Strang (b.1936) for Meissen. Figure in hand-painted porcelain. Late 20th century. Measures

Category

Late 20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Peter Strang for Meissen, Figure in Hand-Painted Porcelain, Late 20th C

$500

Meissen Blue Onion Lidded Tureen in Hand-Painted Porcelain, Early 20th C

Located in København, Copenhagen

Meissen blue onion lidded tureen in hand-painted porcelain. Early 20th century. Measures: 27 x 17

Category

Early 20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Blue Onion Lidded Tureen in Hand-Painted Porcelain, Early 20th C

$700

Seven Antique Meissen Porcelain Plates with Hand-Painted Flowers, Early 20th C.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Seven antique Meissen porcelain plates with hand-painted flowers, insects and gold edge. Early 20th

Category

Early 20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Seven Antique Meissen Porcelain Plates with Hand-Painted Flowers, Early 20th C.

$640 / set

Five Antique Meissen Coffee Cups with Saucers in Porcelain, Early 20th C

Located in København, Copenhagen

gold edge. Early 20th century. The cup measures: 9 x 6.5 cm. Saucer diameter: 13.5 cm. In excellent

Category

Early 20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Five Antique Meissen Coffee Cups with Saucers in Porcelain, Early 20th C

$400 / set

Meissen, Germany, Openwork Plate with Flowers and Butterflies, Early 20th C

Located in København, Copenhagen

gold decoration. Early 20th century. Perfect condition. Seemingly unused. First factory quality

Category

Early 20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen, Germany, Openwork Plate with Flowers and Butterflies, Early 20th C

$300

Meissen B-Shape Coffee Set for 6 Persons with Purple Elaborate Gold Decor

By Meissen Porcelain, Ernst August Leuteritz

Located in Vienna, AT

Meissen service, consisting of 21 parts: coffee pot with lid, milk jug, sugar bowl, six cups, six

Category

20th Century German Baroque Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen B-Shape Coffee Set for 6 Persons with Purple Elaborate Gold Decor

$6,395 / set

Oriental Nodding Porcelain Figurine, after 18th Century Models from Meissen

Located in Madrid, ES

The sculpture appears dressed according to the way it was understood in eighteenth-century Europe

Category

20th Century European Rococo Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Oriental Nodding Porcelain Figurine, after 18th Century Models from Meissen

$562

Two Meissen Blue Onion Deep Plates in Hand-Painted Porcelain, Early 20th C

Located in København, Copenhagen

Two Meissen Blue Onion deep plates in hand-painted porcelain. Early 20th century. Measures: 23 x

Category

Early 20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Two Meissen Blue Onion Deep Plates in Hand-Painted Porcelain, Early 20th C

$200 / set

Four Meissen Blue Onion Deep Plates in Hand-Painted Porcelain, Early 20th C

Located in København, Copenhagen

Four Meissen blue onion deep plates in hand-painted porcelain. Early 20th century. Measures: 24

Category

Early 20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Four Meissen Blue Onion Deep Plates in Hand-Painted Porcelain, Early 20th C

$400 / set

Meissen, Germany, Two Small Bowls with Orange-Red Decoration, Early 20th C

Located in København, Copenhagen

Meissen, Germany. Two small porcelain bowls with orange-red decoration. Early 20th century

Category

Early 20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen, Germany, Two Small Bowls with Orange-Red Decoration, Early 20th C

$200 / set

Meissen, Germany, three Onion Pattern coffee cups with saucers. Mid-20th c.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Meissen, Germany, three Onion Pattern coffee cups with saucers. Mid-20th century. Marked. In

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Mid-20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen, Germany, three Onion Pattern coffee cups with saucers. Mid-20th c.

$360 / set

Meissen, Blue Onion Pattern, Set of Four Dinner Plates, Early 20th C

Located in København, Copenhagen

Meissen, Blue Onion pattern, a set of four hand-painted dinner plates. Early 20th century. Marked

Category

Early 20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen, Blue Onion Pattern, Set of Four Dinner Plates, Early 20th C

$480 / set

Large Meissen Figurine King August III In Roman Harness by J.J. Kaendler, 1924

By Johann Joachim Kaendler, Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

throne. In 1736, August III had himself immortalised for the first time as a Roman emperor in Meissen

Category

Early 20th Century German Baroque Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Large Meissen Figurine King August III In Roman Harness by J.J. Kaendler, 1924

$21,909

Meissen Figure, Bird in Porcelain

Located in København, Copenhagen

Meissen figure, bird in porcelain. Measures: 15 cm. In perfect condition. 1st. factory quality.

Category

Mid-20th Century German Porcelain

Meissen Figure, Bird in Porcelain

$500

Peter Strang b.1936 for Meissen, Figure in Hand-Painted Porcelain, Late 20th C

Located in København, Copenhagen

Peter Strang (b.1936) for Meissen. Figure in hand-painted porcelain, late 20th century. Measures

Category

Late 20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Peter Strang b.1936 for Meissen, Figure in Hand-Painted Porcelain, Late 20th C

$500

Peter Strang b.1936 for Meissen, Figure in Hand-Painted Porcelain, Late 20th C

Located in København, Copenhagen

Peter Strang (b.1936) for Meissen. Figure in hand-painted porcelain. Late 20th century. Measures

Category

Late 20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Peter Strang b.1936 for Meissen, Figure in Hand-Painted Porcelain, Late 20th C

$500

Meissen Figure, Bird in Porcelain

Located in København, Copenhagen

Meissen figure, bird in porcelain. Measures: 15 cm. In perfect condition.

Category

Mid-20th Century German Modern Porcelain

Meissen Figure, Bird in Porcelain

$500

Meissen Figure, Bird in Porcelain

Located in København, Copenhagen

Meissen figure, bird in porcelain. Measures: 9 x 6 cm. In perfect condition. 1st. factory quality.

Category

Mid-20th Century German Modern Porcelain

Meissen Figure, Bird in Porcelain

$300

Antique Meissen teapot in hand-painted porcelain with pink roses. Early 20th C.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Antique Meissen teapot in hand-painted porcelain with pink roses. Early 20th century. Measures: 21

Category

Early 20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Meissen teapot in hand-painted porcelain with pink roses. Early 20th C.

$400

Meissen, Germany. Set of four dinner plates in porcelain. Early 20th C.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Meissen, Germany. A set of four dinner plates in porcelain, hand-painted with different polychrome

Category

Early 20th Century German Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen, Germany. Set of four dinner plates in porcelain. Early 20th C.

$720 / set

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20th Century Meissen For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal 20th century meissen for your home. Each 20th century meissen for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, porcelain and metal. Your living room may not be complete without a 20th century meissen — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right 20th century meissen, those designed in Rococo, Art Nouveau and Baroque styles are of considerable interest. A well-made 20th century meissen has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Meissen Porcelain, Johann Joachim Kändler and Paul Scheurich are consistently popular.

How Much is a 20th Century Meissen?

Prices for a 20th century meissen can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $80 and can go as high as $215,857, while the average can fetch as much as $797.

Finding the Right Dining-entertaining for You

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Questions About 20th Century Meissen

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
What kinds of figures elevated the use of porcelain in 18th century Europe?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
At the end of the 17th century, Europe went into a frenzy over porcelain. Asian porcelain was highly sought after, and spurred the foundation of the Meissen factory in France, where hard porcelain went on to be made. You’ll find a large collection of porcelain pieces from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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