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Louis XVI Round Bouillotte Table, Off-White Lacquer, 19th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
, balance, and neoclassical elegance characteristic of Louis XVI furniture. The table features a white
Category

Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Balances

Materials

Marble, Brass

1920s Navy Dragon Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug By Nichols 8 10 x11 6 Carpet
Located in New York, NY
balance and complexity.
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1920s Chinese Art Deco Antique Balances

Materials

Wool

19th Century Turkish Anatolian Village Area Rug with Kazak Eagle Design
Located in Barrington, IL
prayer-format, lending both symbolic meaning and architectural balance to the design. What makes this
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Late 19th Century Turkish Antique Balances

Materials

Wool

Korean Antique Goryeo Dynasty Glazed Celadon Pottery Vase, 11th-12th Century
Located in Studio City, CA
balance of elegance and restraint. Would be a great addition to any antique Korean or Asian pottery
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15th Century and Earlier Korean Antique Balances

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Early 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Bowl
Located in Tampa, FL
finely executed decoration, displaying rich color and excellent balance. Remarkably well preserved, the
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1820s Japanese Antique Balances

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Belouch Rug with Deep Aubergine Field Vibrant Tribal Borders
Located in New York, NY
, and this example stands out for its exceptional border work and dramatic tonal balance. Ideal for
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Early 20th Century Persian Antique Balances

Materials

Wool

Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Rug Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
that reflects both balance and spontaneity. Encircling the richly patterned field is a dynamic triple
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Balances

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Heriz Rug in Soft Taupe, Ivory Warm Neutrals
Located in New York, NY
balance across the generously sized composition. A wide border with alternating floral elements frames the
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Early 20th Century Persian Antique Balances

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Persian Heriz Rug with Soft Taupe, Ivory Sky-Blue Accents
Located in New York, NY
spandrels exemplify the tribal aesthetic of Heriz weaving while maintaining a refined and harmonious balance
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Early 20th Century Persian Antique Balances

Materials

Wool

Pair of 19th Century French Sèvres Style Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Lamps
Located in Madrid, ES
lamps, preserving the original vases in excellent condition. A fine balance of artistry and
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1890s Antique Balances

Materials

Porcelain

A large antique Chinese silk rug with 5-clawed dragon, late Qing dynasty
Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY
structured border that provides a deliberate counterpoint to the fluid movement within, lending balance and
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19th Century Chinese Antique Balances

Materials

Silk

French Empire Side Table in Carved Wood, circa 1850
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Napoleon III, balancing strength with graceful artistry. A lower circular shelf provides additional
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Mid-19th Century French Louis XIV Antique Balances

Materials

Wood

Oil on canvas Still Life with Fruit and Jug
Located in Cheshire, GB
demonstrates careful attention to light, surface texture, and tonal balance, characteristic of the Victorian
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Early 20th Century British Antique Balances

Materials

Paint

Art Deco Sculpture "Amies Toujours (Friends Forever)" by Demetre Chiparus
By Demetre Chiparus
Located in Los Angeles, CA
elegantly modeled borzoi, whose sinuous forms frame the composition with balance and movement. The sculpture
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Early 20th Century French Antique Balances

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Pair of 19th Century Silver English Regency Sheffield Candelabras
Located in Solebury, PA
graceful balance. Beautiful silver plate with an elegant, period-appropriate finish that retains pleasing
Category

Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Balances

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Persian Heriz in Soft Neutral Taupe and Ivory
Located in New York, NY
, while the wide border—with its alternating floral and angular elements—frames the rug with balance and
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Early 20th Century Persian Antique Balances

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Spanish Baroque Revival Walnut Gentleman’s Valet Stand with Drawers, 1920s
Located in BÉTERA, ES
visual balance. The warm walnut patina highlights the natural grain of the wood and reflects the quality
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1920s Spanish Baroque Revival Antique Balances

Materials

Iron

1880s Beige Blue Traditional Antique Chinese Peking Rug 7 9" x 8 1" Wool Carpet
Located in New York, NY
scrollwork that balances the formality of the inner frame, resulting in a composition of quiet authority
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1880s Chinese Other Antique Balances

Materials

Wool

Antique Persian Malayer Runner with Allover Motif s in Soft Blue Field 3 4 x17 0
Located in Atlanta, GA
blossoms and geometric forms, framed by layered borders adorned with angular motifs that emphasize balance
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Early 20th Century Persian Malayer Antique Balances

Materials

Wool

After Sir Joshua Reynolds (1723-1792) - 19th Century Pastel, Duchess Daughter
Located in Corsham, GB
Devonshire with her infant daughter Lady Georgiana balancing on her knee. Unsigned. Beautifully presented in
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19th Century Antique Balances

Materials

Pastel

American Chippendale Mahogany China Cabinet Bookcase
Located in Bradenton, FL
Chippendale Mahogany China Cabinet Bookcase. This refined cabinet exemplifies the balance
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18th Century English Chippendale Antique Balances

Materials

Brass

Doris Leslie Blau Antique 1880s Samarkand Khotan Rug
Located in New York, NY
aesthetic balance that defines the textiles of the Khotan oasis. Woven around the 1880s, the rug’s richly
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Late 19th Century Afghan Khotan Antique Balances

Materials

Wool

Antique inspired diamond ruby 18k gold toi et moi ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This enchanting antique-inspired toi et moi ring is a timeless expression of love and balance
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1920s Contemporary Antique Balances

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Edwardian pearl diamond 14k yellow gold cluster ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
period celebrated for its delicate balance of softness and structure. At the center rests a luminous
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1910s Edwardian Antique Balances

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Persian Tabriz Rug with Allover Botanical Design in Blue 9 0 x 11 5
Located in Atlanta, GA
elements, complementing the rich depth of the central field while providing balance and contrast. Woven
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Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Antique Balances

Materials

Wool

Delft - Pair of blue and white Delftware plates - 18th century
By Delft
Located in DELFT, NL
the timeless appeal of Delftware: a balance of elegant simplicity and decorative charm, well-suited
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18th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Antique Balances

Materials

Earthenware, Delft, Faience

French Glass Top Table in the style of Michel Mangematin
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
collectible example of French decorative arts from the mid-20th century, ideal for interiors that balance
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Late 19th Century French Antique Balances

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Colombian Emerald and Shield Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
form, creating a harmonious balance. These focal stones are framed by straight baguette cut diamonds
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1920s Antique Balances

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Art Deco GIA 1.41 carat old mine cut diamond 14k white gold engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
balance, craftsmanship, and enduring romance. At its center rests a captivating GIA-certified 1.41 carat
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1920s Art Deco Antique Balances

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Victorian 3.00 carats sapphire diamond 18k yellow gold three stone ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
clarity, these antique diamonds bring warmth, balance, and unmistakable period character to the design
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1890s Victorian Antique Balances

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

European Baroque Revival Coffee Table with Onyx Stone Top, Late 19th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
both architectural strength and dramatic visual balance. The top is a single slab of polished onyx
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Late 19th Century Antique Balances

Materials

Onyx

Stepped Horizon: Late 19th Century Turkestan Khotan of Architectural Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
defined the Silk Road. This extraordinary masterpiece embodies a rare balance of nomadic symbolism and
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Late 19th Century East Turkestani Khotan Antique Balances

Materials

Wool

Antique mahogany chaise lounge, 19th century
Located in Houston, TX
, reflecting the classical revival's emphasis on balance, symmetry and restraint. Crafted in warm-toned
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19th Century American Neoclassical Antique Balances

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Jean Didier Debut (1824-1893), Marguerite
Located in Berlin, DE
- 1893 Nimrod) Mythological or allegorical subjects Fine detailing and smooth finishes A balance
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Late 19th Century Realist Antique Balances

Materials

Bronze

1920s Bright Pink Abstract Floral Basket Chinese Deco Rug 8 10” x 11 6” Carpet
Located in New York, NY
geometric, stepped border pattern. This careful balance between organic and structured elements defines the
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1920s Chinese Art Deco Antique Balances

Materials

Wool

5x6 Hand-Knotted Russian Kazak Style Wool Area Rug Vintage Tribal Design
Located in Dallas, TX
language that has defined Kazak rugs for generations. Each pattern carries a sense of heritage, balance
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1880s Persian Kazak Antique Balances

Materials

Wool

Pair of 19th Century French Louis XIII Demi-Lune Oak Console Tables
Located in Dallas, TX
and adds both visual balance and structural stability. The oak displays a warm, richly developed
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Late 19th Century French Louis XIII Antique Balances

Materials

Oak

Antique Carrara Marble Fireplace Surround
Located in Ware, GB
panels and squared plinth blocks, emphasising balance and proportion over ornament. The overall design
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17th Century Antique Balances

Materials

Marble

Joan Boyce Champagne Pearl and Crystal Cluster Bib Necklace with Rhinestone
Located in Milford, DE
teardrops that catch the light from every angle. The creamy champagne pearls add structure and balance
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Late 19th Century American Artisan Antique Balances

Materials

Crystal, Pearl

Vienna Secession Coffee Table in Oak and Brass, Czechoslovakia, 1920s
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Praha, CZ
brass base ring, lending visual weight and balance to the structure. Vertical supports and clean
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1920s Czech Art Deco Antique Balances

Materials

Brass

Along the Avon at Bath — Early 19th-Century English Cityscape, 1824
Located in Langweer, NL
, framed by trees and rolling hills beneath a softly animated sky. The composition balances architectural
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Early 19th Century German Antique Balances

Materials

Paper

Handcrafted Chinese Porcelain Box from the Kangxi Period
Located in Vienna, AT
decoration with characteristic clarity and balance of early Qing craftsmanship. The glaze is luminous and
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18th Century Chinese Ming Antique Balances

Materials

Porcelain

Handcrafted Chinese Plate from the Kangxi Period
Located in Vienna, AT
decoration with characteristic clarity and balance of early Qing craftsmanship. The glaze is luminous and
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18th Century Chinese Ming Antique Balances

Materials

Porcelain

Elegant George V Sterling Silver Barley-Twist Candlesticks, 1924
Located in London, London
diameter, and the pair is weighted for balance.
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1920s English Antique Balances

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Italian Grand Tour Bronze Bust of a Youth on Marble Pedestal
Located in Madrid, ES
hair, conveying the serene balance and harmony characteristic of classical antiquity. The bronze
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Early 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Balances

Materials

Alabaster, Marble, Bronze

Luxury Parisian Art Deco Burl Walnut Display Cabinet with Brass Hardware, 1930s
Located in Almelo, NL
balance. The walnut-lined interior enhances contrast and lends warmth to the presentation of objects
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Balances

Materials

Brass

French Empire, Thirteen Light Basket Chandelier, Bronze, Crystal, France, 19th C
Located in Manhasset, NY
larger basket base that gracefully narrows toward the top, creating elegant vertical movement and balance
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19th Century French Empire Antique Balances

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

1920s Natural Pearl and Diamond Ring – CISGEM Certified
Located in Roma, RM
authentic jewel from the interwar period, prized for its balance of softness and structure, and for the
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1920s British Antique Balances

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Spanish Carved Oak Cabinet with Geometric Panels, Early 20th Century
Located in BÉTERA, ES
, adding elegance and balance to its solid proportions. Original metal hardware complements the warm oak
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1920s Spanish Renaissance Revival Antique Balances

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of French Louis XV Style Marquetry Bedside Tables with Three Drawers, 1920s
Located in BÉTERA, ES
, side tables, or accent pieces in a bedroom or refined living space. The harmonious balance between
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1920s French Louis XV Antique Balances

Materials

Brass

Pair of Amsterdamse School Armchairs, The Netherlands ca 1920s
Located in Utrecht, NL
, flat and broad, offering both physical comfort and a strong horizontal line that balances the vertical
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1920s Dutch Art Deco Antique Balances

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Antique Georgian Polished Steel Register Grate Robert Adam
By Robert Adam
Located in Ware, GB
, while the curved front bars and urn finials deliver grace and balance, adding to the symmetry of the
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1750s Antique Balances

Materials

Steel

Edwardian 2.10 carat Ceylon no heat sapphire diamond 18k white gold ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
its presence while maintaining the graceful balance so characteristic of Edwardian design. Graded I in
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1910s Edwardian Antique Balances

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Monumental 19th Century French Boulle Cartel Clock with Pedestal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
presence and visual balance of the ensemble. Dimensions (overall): * Height: 49 in * Width: 21 in * Depth
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19th Century French Antique Balances

Materials

Bronze

19th Century English Regency Drum Table with Leather Top
Located in Solebury, PA
complemented by four meticulously executed faux drawers, creating a harmonious balance and providing both
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Balances

Materials

Leather, Wood

Doris Leslie Blau 1900s Viennese Art Nouveau Rug
Located in New York, NY
of buff, rose pink, and faded terracotta, the rug’s design masterfully balances abstract geometry
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Balances

Materials

Wool

Elegant Pair of Swedish Gustavian Fire-Gilt Bronze Wall Appliques, 1780s
Located in Knivsta, SE
craftsmanship, characterized by restrained neoclassical balance, crisp detailing, and harmonious proportions
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1780s Swedish Gustavian Antique Balances

Materials

Bronze

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Antique Balances For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of antique balances for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique balances was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and iron. There are all kinds of antique balances available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Art Nouveau, Industrial and Victorian antique balances are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made antique balances over the years, but those made by Tiffany Studios, W T Avery and Henry Troemner are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Antique Balances?

Antique balances can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,675, while the lowest priced sells for $52 and the highest can go for as much as $86,713.