Did they have wedding rings in the 18th century?

Yes, wedding rings have a long history, stretching back to ancient Egypt. The first diamond engagement ring was created in 1477 by Archduke Maximillian of Austria. Browse a wide array of vintage and contemporary wedding rings on 1stDibs.

How did art change in the 18th century?

In the 18th century, art changed in style from Baroque to Rococo and Neoclassicism. Art became more ornamented and idealized during the Rococo period and then shifted toward a style that emulated the artwork of ancient Greece and Rome near the end of the century. You’ll find a variety of fine art on 1stDibs.

How do you identify 18th-century furniture?

To identify 18th-century furniture, you can research your piece in the context of the prevailing styles of the period or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. To identify your item on your own, look over it for maker's marks, such as carvings, stamps, brands and labels. Researching the marking can help you determine the maker of your piece, and from there, you can search further to learn more about your particular item. Without a maker's mark, the best approach is to consider the characteristics of the dominant furniture styles during the 18th century. In England, these included William and Mary, Queen Anne, Georgian, Chippendale, Hepplewhite and Sheraton. Some French furniture styles of the 1700s include Louis XV, Louis XVI and Régence. Find a diverse assortment of 18th-century furniture on 1stDibs.

How can I identify 18th century brass candlesticks?

One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.

Which individuals are considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons, and why?

The individuals considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons are William Hogarth, James Gillray and George Cruikshank. Although the 18th century saw a widespread increase in illustrations in newspapers, these three illustrators were particularly well-known for their work. Hogarth's work was extremely diverse, ranging from serious, realistic paintings and portraits to satirical and moralistic illustrations filled with symbolism. A British caricaturist, Gillray is remembered today for his artworks representing political and social satires, like his political cartoons against George III of England. Despite being a prolific caricaturist, Cruikshank is now most famous for illustrating the works of Charles Dickens. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of illustrations.

What kinds of figures elevated the use of porcelain in 18th century Europe?

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

Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Chestnut Slab

Spanish 18th Century Cabinet

Primitive Carved Wood

Primitive Kitchen Cupboard

Antique Spanish Bench

18th Century Swedish Chairs

French Silver 18th Century

Wabi Sabi Cabinet

Category

18th Century French Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Pine

French 18th Century Cheese Board, Coffee Table

$1,950

18th Century Oil on Canvas of a Courting Couple by a Fountain

Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex

18th century Primitive oil on canvas painting of a courting couple, the man showing off his

Category

Late 18th Century French Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Canvas

18th Century Oil on Canvas of a Courting Couple by a Fountain

$3,560

Fantastic Elm Table

Located in Lincolnshire, GB

A charming 18th century primitive elm table of superb color and patination.

Category

Mid-18th Century English Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Fantastic Elm Table

$9,310

Spanish, 18th Century Bench, Trunk

Located in Round Top, TX

A very charming 18th century primitive Bench - trunk from the Catalan region of Spain. Soundly

Category

18th Century Spanish Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Poplar

Spanish, 18th Century Bench, Trunk

$3,563

Spanish Bank 18th century black

Located in MILL, NL

18th century primitive Spanish bench. Solid Walnut. Solid and sturdy. Shows signs of use according

Category

18th Century Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Walnut

Spanish Bank 18th century black

$4,260

18th Century Cheese Board, Coffee Table

Located in Round Top, TX

A very attractive 18th century Primitive cheese making board - now as a coffee table... Soundly

Category

18th Century French Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Iron

18th Century Cheese Board, Coffee Table

$4,950

Late 18th Century Carved Primitive Spanish Catalan Settle Bench

Located in Birmingham, AL

A late 18th century primitive settle bench handcrafted in the Catalan region of Spain of mélèze, a

Category

1790s Spanish Primitive Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Pine

Late 18th Century Carved Primitive Spanish Catalan Settle Bench

$5,800

French Arte Populaire Bench - Coffre

Located in Round Top, TX

A sensational 18th century primitive Arte Populaire bench - coffre from the Ardeche region of

Category

18th Century French Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Pine

French Arte Populaire Bench - Coffre

$8,500

Welsh Box Settle/Bench

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Small 18th century primitive welsh oak box settle, 1760. Seat height 18" Seat depth 15

Category

18th Century Welsh Georgian Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Oak

Welsh Box Settle/Bench

$4,381

French Primitive Carved Walnut Water Pitcher, 18th Century or Earlier

Located in Atlanta, GA

carved with raised upper and lower rims and having a small handle

Category

Early 18th Century French Primitive Antique 18Th Century Primitives

French Primitive Carved Walnut Water Pitcher, 18th Century or Earlier

$685

French Primitive Carved Walnut Mortar and Pestle, 18th Century or Earlier

Located in Atlanta, GA

carved walnut basin with appendage for anchoring, the accompanying pestle turned and carved

Category

Early 18th Century French Primitive Antique 18Th Century Primitives

French Primitive Carved Walnut Mortar and Pestle, 18th Century or Earlier

$1,080

Butter Salesperson s Carrying Box, Primitive

Located in Doylestown, PA

A late 18th century wood carrying case for carrying blocks of butter to market, American.

Category

Late 18th Century American Primitive Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Pine

Butter Salesperson s Carrying Box, Primitive

$675

Early 19th/18th cty American folk art primitive bust Mannequin

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A wonderful folk art primitive bust that dates to the early part of the 19th century or late 18th

Category

19th Century European Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Wood

Early 19th/18th cty American folk art primitive bust Mannequin

$3,200

18th Century Volcanic Pestle from Mexico

Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato

Large grinding pestle composed of dense volcanic stone from the state of Puebla. Popoloca culture. Rod iron base included. Pestle 16.5" long x 4" diameter at center.

Category

18th Century Mexican Primitive Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Stone

18th Century Volcanic Pestle from Mexico

$675

Massive Primitive Root Bowl

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Massive primitive wood root bowl with early iron repair. Hand carved in New England, c. 1700s.

Category

Mid-18th Century American Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Wood

Massive Primitive Root Bowl

$4,500

18th Century Swedish Folk Art Coffer

Located in Kramfors, SE

Coffer with original surfaces from the north of Sweden, manufactured at the end of the 1700s. The lock is missing.

Category

Late 18th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique 18Th Century Primitives

18th Century Swedish Folk Art Coffer

$504

18th and 19th Century Lock Pickers Skeleton Keys

Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex

Bunch of large 18th and 19th century primitive lock pickers skeleton keys. Largest key is 20cm

Category

18th Century French Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Iron

18th and 19th Century Lock Pickers Skeleton Keys

$479

Early 18th Century Hand-Forged Candle Snifter

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This early 18th century hand-forged and all handmade iron candle snifter was found in New England

Category

18th Century and Earlier American Folk Art Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Metal

Early 18th Century Hand-Forged Candle Snifter

$495

Early 18th Century Original Red Painted Spoon Rack

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This early painted spoon rack was found in New England and was probably made for hanging or displaying pewter spoons. Fantastic construction and cut-out.

Category

Late 18th Century American American Colonial Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Pine

Early 18th Century Original Red Painted Spoon Rack

$1,650

18th Century American Large Burl Bowl from New England

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fantastic large 18thc burl bowl from New England.This wonderful bowl is in amazing condition with a small worn piece off the edge from years ago.These bowls are so rare to find in s...

Category

18th Century and Earlier American Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Burl

18th Century American Large Burl Bowl from New England

18th Century Norwegian Dugout Pantry Box

Located in Greenwich, CT

Good 18th century Norwegian dugout pantry box in beautiful original blue paint, the domed lid

Category

1780s Norwegian Folk Art Antique 18Th Century Primitives

18th Century Norwegian Dugout Pantry Box

$2,600

18th Century Original Painted Dough Bowl with Masher from N.E.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

center shape.Wonderful early primitive butter or dough bowl from New England.

Category

18th Century and Earlier American Antique 18Th Century Primitives

18th Century Original Painted Dough Bowl with Masher from N.E.

$1,850

18th Century Norwegian Wood Tankard Painted

Located in Wiscasset, ME

18th century Norwegian wood tankard painted with initials and dated 1789.

Category

1780s Norwegian Folk Art Antique 18Th Century Primitives

18th Century Norwegian Wood Tankard Painted

$1,250

18th Century Hand-Carved Wood Trencher or Bowl from Pennsylvania

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This unbelievable wood hand-carved trencher or dough bowl has such great form and surface. The condition is great given the age. On the side is a small shrinkage crack, this does not...

Category

18th Century and Earlier American Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Pine

18th Century Hand-Carved Wood Trencher or Bowl from Pennsylvania

$995

Rustic 18th Century Spanish Baroque Style Walnut End Table Nightstand

Located in Forney, TX

distressed patina. Born in the second half of 18th century, primitive hand-crafted mortised solid walnut

Category

18th Century Baroque Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Walnut

Rustic 18th Century Spanish Baroque Style Walnut End Table Nightstand

$1,850

18th Century Treen Bowl Filled with Collection of 30-Piece of Stone Fruit

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This wonderful collection of 30-piece of folky stone fruit set in a great early 18th century treen

Category

18th Century American Country Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Stone

18th Century Treen Bowl Filled with Collection of 30-Piece of Stone Fruit

$3,850

Large 1700s Italian Santos

Located in Peekskill, NY

This is a beautiful 17th century Santos. There are a number of features that make this example so

Category

Late 18th Century Italian Primitive Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Large 1700s Italian Santos

$5,200

Ancient Wooden Puppet Articulated Head

Located in Peekskill, NY

This is a very early and delicate wooden puppet head. It could be Chinese but that's just a guess. I'll say it's late 1700's but could be a lot earlier. The mouth is a 2nd piece and...

Category

18th Century and Earlier Unknown Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Ancient Wooden Puppet Articulated Head

$750

Antique Spade Shovel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Spade and shovel from Swedish countryside. The spade is older, perhaps 17th C. with wrought iron sleeve. Shovel is 19th C.

Spade is 43.5" x 8.5" x 3"
Shovel is ...

Category

18th Century and Earlier Swedish Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Spade Shovel

$585

Antique Danish Highly Carved Mangle Board with Horse Handle Dated 1779

Located in Round Top, TX

This highly carved mangle board shows off the craftsman's skill in the incredibly detailed scrolled carving. The date of 1779, monogram AMID and carved horse handle captures ones att...

Category

Late 18th Century Danish Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Wood

Antique Danish Highly Carved Mangle Board with Horse Handle Dated 1779

$535

18Thc Hand Made Copper Coffee Pot From New England

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Early and rustic 18thc hand made goose neck coffee pot from New England .The patina & form is fantastic and condition is very good.This rustic copper pot has a swing handle and wo...

Category

18th Century and Earlier American Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Copper

18Thc Hand Made Copper Coffee Pot From New England

$895

LATE 18THC WOODEN BUCKET W/ HANDLE

Located in Los Angeles, CA

LATE 18THC BUCKET ALL ORIGINAL MADE FROM ONE PIECE OF WOOD IN PRISTINE CONDITION FOUND IN MAINE.

Category

18th Century and Earlier American Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Wood

LATE 18THC WOODEN BUCKET W/ HANDLE

$1,650

18THC NEW ENGLAND BRASS MORTAR PESTLE IN GREAT ORIG. SURFACE

Located in Los Angeles, CA

THIS WONDERFUL EARLY SOLID BRASS MORTAR & PESTLE HAS A WONDERFUL OLD PATINA AND GREAT FORM.THIS IS FROM A COLLECTION OUT OF THE STATE OF MAINE.THE CONDITION IS GREAT ESPECIALY ECAUSE...

Category

18th Century and Earlier American Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Brass

18THC NEW ENGLAND BRASS MORTAR PESTLE IN GREAT ORIG. SURFACE

$1,150

18THC GOOSENECK CAST IRON KETTLE FROM NEW ENGLAND

Located in Los Angeles, CA

THIS HAND FORGED GOOSENECK TEA/COFFEE KETTLE FROM NEW ENGLAND IS IN FANTASTIC CONDITION. IT IS FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION IN NEW ENGLAND. THE LID IS MISSING AND DOES NOT DETRACT FROM ...

Category

18th Century and Earlier American Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Iron

18THC GOOSENECK CAST IRON KETTLE FROM NEW ENGLAND

$1,250

18thc Early Original Black Painted Band Box From Maine

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Early & Fantastic form early 18thc hand made and black painted band or cheese box from the state of Maine.This wonderful box is in such great condition and wonderful off center form ...

Category

18th Century and Earlier American Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Boxwood, Pine

18thc Early Original Black Painted Band Box From Maine

$1,250

LATE 18THC ORIGINAL GREY PAINTED BUCKET WITH HANDLE

Located in Los Angeles, CA

LATE 18THC ORIGINAL GREY PAINTED BUCKET WITH HANDLE. ALL ORIGINAL IN GREAT CONDITION GREAT FORM. FOUND IN PENNSYLVANIA.

Category

18th Century and Earlier American Folk Art Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Wood

LATE 18THC ORIGINAL GREY PAINTED BUCKET WITH HANDLE

$1,250

18th Century Belgian Primitive Ash Chair

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

18th century large, Belgian primitive solid ash chair, of very good scale and color. Strong, naive

Category

18th Century Belgian Primitive Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Ash

18th Century Belgian Primitive Ash Chair

$4,381

18th Century Italian Primitive Occasional Table

Located in Atlanta, GA

An Italian Primitive wooden occasional table from the 18th century. This smaller-sized antique

Category

18th Century Italian Primitive Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Wood

18th Century Italian Primitive Occasional Table

$3,370

Primitive Dining Table, Italy, 18th Century

Located in Culver City, CA

Primitive dining table, Italy, 18th century. Beautiful form with substantial base.

Category

18th Century Italian Primitive Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Wood

Primitive Dining Table, Italy, 18th Century

$6,500

Primitive Ash Stick Chair, England, 18th Century

Located in Culver City, CA

Primitive ash stick chair, England, 18th century. Handcrafted Windsor chair with slab seat.

Category

18th Century English Primitive Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Wood

Primitive Ash Stick Chair, England, 18th Century

$4,800

Primitive Desk Chair, Sweden 18th Century

Located in Culver City, CA

Primitive Desk Chair, Sweden 18th Century. Hand carved details with original paint remnants.

Category

18th Century Swedish Primitive Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Wood

Primitive Desk Chair, Sweden 18th Century

$5,500

18th Century French Primitive Table

Located in Stockbridge, GA

18th century French primitive table.

Category

Late 18th Century French Primitive Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Walnut, Pine

18th Century French Primitive Table

$2,800

Primitive French 18th Century Rat De Cave Candleholder

Located in Buisson, FR

Primitive wrought iron rat de cave candleholder, Normandie, France, 18th century. Weathered.

Category

18th Century French Primitive Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Iron

Primitive French 18th Century Rat De Cave Candleholder

$338

Primitive French 18th Century Rat De Cave Candleholder

Located in Buisson, FR

Primitive wrought iron Rat de cave candleholder, Normandie, France, 18th century. Weathered.

Category

18th Century French Primitive Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Iron

Primitive French 18th Century Rat De Cave Candleholder

$290

Primitive French 18th Century Rat De Cave Candleholder

Located in Buisson, FR

Primitive wrought iron Rat de cave candleholder, Normandie, France, 18th century. Weathered.

Category

18th Century French Primitive Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Iron

Primitive French 18th Century Rat De Cave Candleholder

$290

Primitive Hall Table, Spain, 18th Century

Located in Culver City, CA

Primitive hall table, Spain, 18th century. Beautiful patina.

Category

18th Century Spanish Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Wood

Primitive Hall Table, Spain, 18th Century

$8,500

Primitive Catalan Bench, Spain, 18th Century

Located in Culver City, CA

Primitive Catalan bench, Spain, 18th century. Large scale rustic plank construction with amazing

Category

18th Century Spanish Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Wood

Primitive Catalan Bench, Spain, 18th Century

$12,500

18th Century Italian Primitive Baroque Angel

Located in Buisson, FR

Beautiful Primitive Baroque angel, Italy, 18th century. Weathered, small losses. Measurement with

Category

18th Century Italian Baroque Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Wood

18th Century Italian Primitive Baroque Angel

$2,225

Primitive Slab Table France, 18th Century

Located in Culver City, CA

Primitive form, well-worn burl wood table. Beautiful color. France, 18th century.

Category

18th Century French Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Wood

Primitive Slab Table France, 18th Century

$9,500

Primitive Console Table Sweden, 18th Century

Located in Culver City, CA

Massive unfinished plank of wood on top of two carved and painted stumps.

Category

Mid-18th Century Swedish Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Wood

Primitive Console Table Sweden, 18th Century

$18,500

Primitive 18th Century Spanish Bench

Located in Round Top, TX

A very handsome and primitive 18th century Bench from the Catalan region of Spain. Soundly

Category

Mid-18th Century Spanish Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Chestnut

Primitive 18th Century Spanish Bench

$2,850

Primitive 18th Century Work Table

Located in Culver City, CA

primitive 18th century work table with zinc top

Category

18th Century and Earlier French Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Zinc

Primitive 18th Century Work Table

$6,800

Primitive 18th Century Oak Armchair

Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex

Primitive oak armchair, strong form, stands well. Most likely welsh. Seat height 48cm. Dimensions

Category

18th Century Welsh Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Oak

Primitive 18th Century Oak Armchair

$753

Primitive 18th Century Swedish Chair

Located in Culver City, CA

Primitive swedish chair, simple form, traces of original painted surface. Sold individually.

Category

18th Century and Earlier Swedish Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Wood

Primitive 18th Century Swedish Chair

$600

Large primitive chest 18th century

Located in Vosselaar, BE

A very large primitive chest from the Pyrinee region. Probably 18th century and entirely made from

Category

Mid-18th Century Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Chestnut

Large primitive chest 18th century

$4,746

Catalan Primitive 18th Century Bench

Located in Round Top, TX

A terrific Primitive bench from the Catalan region of Spain. Soundly constructed with a massive

Category

18th Century Spanish Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Oak

Catalan Primitive 18th Century Bench

$1,563

18th Century Italian Primitive Seat

Located in Culver City, CA

Primitive seat / work bench.

Category

18th Century and Earlier Italian Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Materials

Wood

18th Century Italian Primitive Seat

$3,200

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Questions About Antique 18Th Century Primitives

Did they have wedding rings in the 18th century?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, wedding rings have a long history, stretching back to ancient Egypt. The first diamond engagement ring was created in 1477 by Archduke Maximillian of Austria. Browse a wide array of vintage and contemporary wedding rings on 1stDibs.
How did art change in the 18th century?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
In the 18th century, art changed in style from Baroque to Rococo and Neoclassicism. Art became more ornamented and idealized during the Rococo period and then shifted toward a style that emulated the artwork of ancient Greece and Rome near the end of the century. You’ll find a variety of fine art on 1stDibs.
How do you identify 18th-century furniture?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
To identify 18th-century furniture, you can research your piece in the context of the prevailing styles of the period or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. To identify your item on your own, look over it for maker's marks, such as carvings, stamps, brands and labels. Researching the marking can help you determine the maker of your piece, and from there, you can search further to learn more about your particular item. Without a maker's mark, the best approach is to consider the characteristics of the dominant furniture styles during the 18th century. In England, these included William and Mary, Queen Anne, Georgian, Chippendale, Hepplewhite and Sheraton. Some French furniture styles of the 1700s include Louis XV, Louis XVI and Régence. Find a diverse assortment of 18th-century furniture on 1stDibs.
How can I identify 18th century brass candlesticks?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.
Which individuals are considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons, and why?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
The individuals considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons are William Hogarth, James Gillray and George Cruikshank. Although the 18th century saw a widespread increase in illustrations in newspapers, these three illustrators were particularly well-known for their work. Hogarth's work was extremely diverse, ranging from serious, realistic paintings and portraits to satirical and moralistic illustrations filled with symbolism. A British caricaturist, Gillray is remembered today for his artworks representing political and social satires, like his political cartoons against George III of England. Despite being a prolific caricaturist, Cruikshank is now most famous for illustrating the works of Charles Dickens. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of illustrations.
What kinds of figures elevated the use of porcelain in 18th century Europe?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
At the end of the 17th century, Europe went into a frenzy over porcelain. Asian porcelain was highly sought after, and spurred the foundation of the Meissen factory in France, where hard porcelain went on to be made. You’ll find a large collection of porcelain pieces from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.