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Large Viennese Silver Enamel Jeweled Cornucopia w/ Mythological Panels
Located in New York, NY
riding sea creatures and tritons holding garlands and fish, against a backdrop of mountainous landscapes
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1860s Austrian Neoclassical Antique Backdrop

Materials

Silver

Pr. 19th C. Meissen Porcelain Covered Potpourri Vases w/ Figural Maiden Handles
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
amidst the scenic backdrop. The compositions are framed by delicately rendered foliage and architectural
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1860s German Rococo Antique Backdrop

Materials

Porcelain

Napoleonic Guard Soldiers – Grenadier, Marine, and Standard Bearer, 1859
Located in Langweer, NL
and ornate gold trim. Set against a coastal backdrop with lighthouse and shoreline, this plate
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1850s Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paper

Islamic Costume Print Pilgrim Attire of Mecca, 1863 Dutch Lithograph
Located in Langweer, NL
backdrop suggestive of the Hejaz region surrounding Mecca. The man is shown in the *ihram*—the simple
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1860s Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paper

West Point Military School Engraving, c.1850 – Historic Hudson River Valley View
Located in Langweer, NL
academy’s grand buildings set against a backdrop of rolling landscapes and distant mountains. The
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1850s Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paper

Funeral Procession in Rome with Hooded Figures and Clergy, London 1820
Located in Langweer, NL
gravity to the tableau. The architectural backdrop enhances the solemnity of the moment. Relief
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1820s Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paper

Parisian Life in 1835 – Flower Girl and Lemonade Seller, Fine Coloured Prints
Located in Langweer, NL
beautifully woven basket brimming with bright flowers against the backdrop of grand Parisian architecture. Her
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1830s Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paper

Alpine Folklore – Mount Cenis Costumes and Hearthside Scene, 1835
Located in Langweer, NL
with the warm fire of a copper pot, and the backdrop of religious iconography hints at the piety and
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1830s Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paper

Pope Pius VII Giving His Benediction from St Peter’s Balcony, Engraved in 1819
Located in Langweer, NL
dramatic crimson backdrop, framed by two grand white ostrich-feather fans (flabella) and attended by
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1810s Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paper

Doris Leslie Blau Antique Bessarabian Rug
Located in New York, NY
composition is a field rendered in deep espresso brown, serving as a dramatic backdrop for a symmetrical
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Early 20th Century Russian Bessarabian Antique Backdrop

Materials

Wool

Royal Doulton Stoneware Pitcher Farming Scene, Circa 1900
By Royal Doulton
Located in Worcester Park, GB
natural buff lower body—creates an elegant backdrop for a beautifully moulded pastoral narrative in relief
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Backdrop

Materials

Stoneware

Set of 9 Minton Co. Encaustic Patterned Tiles
By Minton
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
). These antique tiles feature a beautiful design of dark blue flowers on a white backdrop, making an
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Backdrop

Materials

Clay

Japanese Textile Patterns in Rich Colors: Antique Lithograph, 1880s
Located in Langweer, NL
fans and stylized cranes in flight against a deep, black backdrop. The fans are richly decorated with
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1880s Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paper

Japanese Floral Textile Pattern Print by G. A. Audsley, Paris, c. 1882
Located in Langweer, NL
, and white, all set against an earthy brown backdrop enhanced with subtle blue wave-like stripes. The
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1880s Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paper

Japanese Fans and Floral Heliogravure Print by G. A. Audsley, Paris, c. 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
backdrop will highlight the intricate fans and floral motifs, while a gold-edged mat could add a subtle
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1880s Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paper

Japanese Rooster Drum Stand: Antique Lithograph, 1880s
Located in Langweer, NL
backdrop in muted green highlights the golden browns and deep reds, creating a harmonious and timeless
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1880s Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paper

Map of Corsica France with Ajaccio and Napoleon Portraits, 19th Century
Located in Langweer, NL
mountainous backdrop, giving visual weight to Corsica’s dramatic landscapes and coastal towns. In the lower
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paper

Pair 19th Century Flemish Bookcases with Etched Glass
Located in Dallas, TX
foliage surrounded by an intricate framework with rounded upper corners. The backdrop for the glass are
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Mid-19th Century Belgian Renaissance Revival Antique Backdrop

Materials

Brass

Pair of Early 19th Century Chinese Export Watercolour Paintings
Located in London, GB
sense of narrative depth and solemnity. Both scenes are set against backdrops of classic Chinese
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Early 19th Century Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paper, Watercolor

Antique Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
and polished, providing a graceful backdrop to the intricate design at the face. This piece started
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Backdrop

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

19th century Swedish silk work framed tapestry of a child picking berries
Located in London, GB
backdrop of a blue sky the woman stands beside a tree whilst the young boy wearing a pale blue suit and a
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1830s Swedish Louis Philippe Antique Backdrop

Materials

Silk, Wood

Military Lithographs – Prussian Soldiers on Duty by R. Knötel, 1900
Located in Langweer, NL
, sets a tranquil backdrop against the industrious work of these soldiers. The second image, “Auf Wache
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Early 1900s Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paper

Oversized Antique Karabagh Rug in Black Red with Floral Patterns - Rug Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
collection. On the Design: The rug's deep black field provides a striking backdrop for the vibrant red
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1860s Russian Antique Backdrop

Materials

Wool

Distressed Antique Persian Mahal Wool Rug 8 9 10 8
By Amara Rugs
Located in Torrance, CA
center, surrounded by intricate nature-inspired motifs. The rich navy field provides the perfect backdrop
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Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Antique Backdrop

Materials

Wool

Farewell – A Romantic Train Departure Scene by S. Güntzel, c. 1890
Located in Langweer, NL
train station. The scene is set against the backdrop of a handsome green railway carriage, with soft
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1890s Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paper

Late 19th Century Persian Mohtasham Kashan Carpet with Traditional Style
Located in Dallas, TX
blue backdrop. Adorned with ornate cream draped curtains and flanked by two majestic columns, this
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Late 19th Century Persian Kashan Antique Backdrop

Materials

Wool

Antique View of Dam Square, Amsterdam, Hand-Colored Lithograph c.1850
Located in Langweer, NL
, the distinctive stepped-gable canal houses provide a quintessential Amsterdam backdrop, while to the
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Mid-19th Century Dutch Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paper

Set of 9 Minton Co. Encaustic Floral Patterned Tiles
By Minton
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
beautiful design of white flowers on a dark blue backdrop, making an attractive feature of a bathroom or
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Backdrop

Materials

Clay

Fine Adams Paint Decorated Satinwood Figural Painted Commode Buffet Server
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
perfect backdrop for the artistry of the painted panels. The front is centered with an oval figural
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1920s Unknown Adam Style Antique Backdrop

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug In Beige and Navy Blue Geometric Medallion 3 5 x 5 2
By Keivan Woven Arts
Located in Atlanta, GA
traditional floral and geometric motifs. This medallion is set against a backdrop of soft beige, creating a
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Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Backdrop

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Heriz Rug Runner with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
the scarlet backdrop is a rich tableau of tribal iconography: serrated leaves, pinwheels, and rosettes
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Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Backdrop

Materials

Wool

Handmade Vintage Turkish Kilim Wool Rug Allover Geometric In Blue and Red
Located in Norwalk, CT
geometric design in rust and beige against a striking blue backdrop. This rug measures 6' x 10'2".
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Early 1900s Turkish Kilim Antique Backdrop

Materials

Wool

Late 19th Century Persian Sultanabad Carpet with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
—a backdrop to the flourishing dance of vines, palmettes, and stylized foliage. This extraordinary
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Late 19th Century Persian Sultanabad Antique Backdrop

Materials

Wool

Cardinal, Commoner, and Florentine Noble in 15th-Century Italian Costume, 1845
Located in Langweer, NL
authoritatively on a stone throne with a gilt patterned backdrop, he holds a document and a sword, suggesting a
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paper

French School Portrait PS 252 La dernière danse des tournesols Chut les Barbizon
Located in Zofingen, AG
viewer’s gaze. She is placed directly against a somber, grayish backdrop, with bright sunflowers rising up
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Early 1900s Tonalist Antique Backdrop

Materials

Oil, Acrylic, Mixed Media, Stretcher Bars

Swiss Village Gathering: A Moment of Alpine Life - Hand-Colored Lithograph, 1863
Located in Langweer, NL
daily tasks, with the backdrop of snow-capped mountains and quaint wooden houses adding to the idyllic
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1860s Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paper

19th Century Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Period Mount Fuji Belt Buckle
Located in New York, NY
majesty of Mount Fuji against a backdrop of meticulously crafted landscapes, displaying the fusion of
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19th Century Japanese Antique Backdrop

Zabihi Collection Persian Bakshaish Tree of Life Room Size Rug
Located in New York, NY
and beloved. Undyed camelhair creates a particularly luminous backdrop of the field. Exceptional blues
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Early 20th Century Persian Bakshaish Antique Backdrop

Materials

Wool

Pair of Antique Ormolu Mounted Vitrine Cabinets by L Escalier de Cristal
By L Escalier de Cristal
Located in London, GB
interiors are lined with plush blue velvet, creating a refined backdrop for showcasing treasured items. The
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Backdrop

Materials

Ormolu

Pointillist - Scandinavian Winter Landscape, 1907 by Arthur Percy
Located in Stockholm, SE
horizon. The scene unfolds with an enchanting backdrop of a distant forest, its trees adorned with a
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Early 1900s Pointillist Antique Backdrop

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Small Hand-Colored Print L Ara Rouge et Bleu Parrot from Buffon’s Histoire, 1770
Located in Langweer, NL
natural backdrop with mountains, trees, and a distant village. Buffon’s work is renowned for its
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1770s Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paper

First Contact in Owhyhee: Webber s 1785 Engraving of Hawaii
Located in Langweer, NL
two cultures. The backdrop of rugged peaks and dense vegetation highlights the untouched beauty of
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1780s Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paper

1806 Engraving: Vishnu s Cosmic Repose on Serpent Ananta in Hindu Mythology
Located in Langweer, NL
against a backdrop of cosmic waters symbolizing the primordial ocean. What makes this print particularly
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Early 1800s Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paper

Antique 9ct Gold, Edwardian Turquoise Natural Seed Pearl Forget Me Not Bangle
Located in Brighton, GB
with the blossoms, creating a harmonious contrast against the warm rose-gold backdrop. This bangle is
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Backdrop

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Mexican Marriage and Childhood Ceremonies as Imagined in the 18th Century, 1734
Located in Langweer, NL
—observe or assist in the ritual. The architectural backdrop and the elevated throne flanked by steps lend
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1730s Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paper

Dialogue, Diplomacy and Divine Right: Medieval Italian Costume Scenes, 1845
Located in Langweer, NL
backdrop conveys the grandeur of the office. Together, these prints form a narrative arc from the daily
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paper

Fencing Caricatures by Mich, Paris 1907 – Expressive Belle Époque Satire
Located in Langweer, NL
*Lucien Mé…nac*, confidently holding his fencing mask and foil, set against a backdrop of red-tinted
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Early 1900s Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paper

The Corvette Astrolabe in Peril at the Rocks near Legh Island (New Ireland) 1836
Located in Langweer, NL
against a stormy backdrop. This piece highlights the challenges of 19th-century maritime exploration
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1830s Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paper

Antique Indian Wedding Trunk with Carved Details, Mirror, and Hidden Storage
Located in Yonkers, NY
compartments, concealed storage, and an ornate mirrored backdrop. Framed by hand-carved arches, the mirror adds
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Early 20th Century Indian Antique Backdrop

Materials

Metal

Atkinson Bros Religious Stained Glass Window of Jesus c.1925
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
, wearing a crown of thorns, holds a candle-lit lantern before a foliate backdrop within Gothic
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Antique Backdrop

Materials

Lead

Doris Leslie Blau Vintage Chinese Art Deco Rug in Celadon and Ivory
Located in New York, NY
green backdrop. Each intersection is adorned with soft floral or scroll motifs, imparting a gentle
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Backdrop

Materials

Wool

Highland Cattle at Dusk Antique Scottish Loch Mountains Signed Oil Painting
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
. The tranquil composition is set against a dramatic backdrop of rolling hills and rugged mountains
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Backdrop

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Antique Gray, Dunn Co. Bakery Display Case in Blue
Located in Dekalb, IL
cabinet and boasts a textured reverse-gold foil backdrop with black lettering. The entire case sits on a
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1920s Scottish Antique Backdrop

Materials

Glass, Wood

Global Bird Eggs: An 1857 Study of Avian Diversity - Hand-Coloured Lithograph
Located in Langweer, NL
against a natural backdrop of grass and rocks. The eggs include those of the extinct elephant bird
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1850s Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paper

Tropicbirds and Gulls: An 1849 Coastal Encounter - A Hand-Coloured Lithograph
Located in Langweer, NL
and a backdrop of a cloudy sky with distant birds in flight. The bird perched on the rock is a Red
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1840s Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paper

Indian Woman of the Orissa Coast – Sonnerat Voyage Engraving, Paris 1806
Located in Langweer, NL
attire, against a rugged coastal landscape with natural rock formations and a distant, hilly backdrop
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Early 1800s Antique Backdrop

Materials

Paper

19th Century Caucasian Kazak Area Rug
Located in Barrington, IL
vegetable dyes. The field is rendered in a striking French blue, setting a vivid and harmonious backdrop for
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Late 19th Century Caucasian Antique Backdrop

Materials

Wool

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Antique Backdrop For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the antique backdrop you’re looking for. Each antique backdrop for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, canvas and wood. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer antique backdrop, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right antique backdrop, those designed in Victorian styles are of considerable interest. A well-made antique backdrop has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Francisco Souto are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique Backdrop?

An antique backdrop can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,925, while the lowest priced sells for $110 and the highest can go for as much as $93,000.