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4x7 Hand Knotted Antique Mahal Rug, Wool Carpet Geometric Design
Located in Dallas, TX
navy blue field provides a striking backdrop that beautifully highlights the detailed geometric designs
Category

1930s Persian Other Used Backdrops

Materials

Wool

Tahiti (c. 1970s, USA)
Located in Roma, IT
Pia. Illustrated nude figure against tropical backdrop with lurid tagline. Folded. Condition: B, folds
Category

1970s Italian Used Backdrops

Materials

Paper

Used Tahiti (c. 1970s, USA)
Tahiti (c. 1970s, USA)
$606 Sale Price
25% Off
A noble friend (possibly a Manchester terrier)
By Alfred Wheeler
Located in London, GB
terrier rendered with dramatic chiaroscuro. Set against a dark, arched backdrop, the dog turns slightly in
Category

19th Century Realist Used Backdrops

Materials

Canvas, Oil

19th Century Oil - Chillon Castle
Located in Corsham, GB
figure in a rowing boat to the foreground, taking in the sight of the castle and picturesque backdrop
Category

19th Century Used Backdrops

Materials

Oil

Maralunga lounge chairs in purple velvet by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in amstelveen, NL
serves two functions: It’s both a backdrop for social conversation and a setting for solo relaxation. “My
Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Backdrops

Materials

Velvet

Sherrie Wolf, 1952-, “Spring Morning” Photorealistic Still Life, Ref. Bierstadt
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
Sherrie Wolf’s juxtaposition of photorealistic still life set against the backdrop of Old Master
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Used Backdrops

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Cobra Woman (1944, USA)
Located in Roma, IT
imagery, tropical backdrop. Folded. Condition: B, some wear to borders and light fading.
Category

1940s Italian Used Backdrops

Materials

Paper

Used Cobra Woman (1944, USA)
Cobra Woman (1944, USA)
$342 Sale Price
20% Off
5x10 Hand Knotted Old Hamedan Gallery Runner Rug Wool Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
inviting backdrop, accented by natural tones of blue and subtle hints of gray, creating a sophisticated and
Category

1980s Persian Other Used Backdrops

Materials

Wool

Japanese Showa Four Panel Screen Spring Bamboo Landscape
Located in Rio Vista, CA
subtle bamboo leaf shadows covering the backdrop of the landscape. Very good, well-preserved condition
Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Used Backdrops

Materials

Brass

Blue Bunny Scored
By Hunt Slonem
Located in PARIS, FR
butterflies on the left add a sense of delicacy and lightness, contrasting with the luminous backdrop. The
Category

2010s Post-Modern Used Backdrops

Materials

Wood, Oil

Vintage Alexander McQueen Fall 2010 Angels and Demons Knit Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Montgomery, TX
, sculpting knit, the dress features an intricate golden baroque motif across a jet-black backdrop, evoking
Category

2010s Italian Used Backdrops

1930 Brown Color Stripe Runner Antique American Braided Rag Rug 2 9 x13 Carpet
Located in New York, NY
grounded in deep, rich browns and near-blacks, providing a sophisticated backdrop for the horizontal
Category

1920s American Folk Art Used Backdrops

Materials

Fabric, Wool

1930s Bright Orange Minimalist Floral Chinese Art Deco Rug 9 10" x 13 2" Carpet
Located in New York, NY
saturated, velvety crimson, providing a dramatic backdrop that emphasizes the rug's minimalist sensibility
Category

1920s Chinese Art Deco Used Backdrops

Materials

Wool

Oval Cut Emerald Full Eternity Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in Bucharest, Romania
polished 18K white gold, the setting provides a refined, luminous backdrop that enhances the emeralds
Category

2010s Contemporary Used Backdrops

Materials

Emerald, White Gold

Antique Taxidermy Fish in Bow Fronted Case, Bream
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
painted backdrop with realistic river bed setting. There are two small paper labels internally, top left
Category

1890s British Sporting Art Used Backdrops

Materials

Glass

Antique Framed Oil Painting on Canvas by Henri J. Pauwels (1903-1983)
Located in Dallas, TX
, land and sky with vegetation all conspiring to create a backdrop for the thatch-roofed cottage serving
Category

Mid-20th Century Belgian Country Used Backdrops

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome (1985, Italy)
Located in Roma, IT
post-apocalyptic crowd with desert backdrop. Folded. Condition: A-, minimal handling, excellent color.
Category

1980s Italian Used Backdrops

Materials

Paper

Late 19th Century Persian Sultanabad Masterpiece of Botanical Elegance
Located in Dallas, TX
significance. The richly striated rustic red field serves as the perfect backdrop for an intricate botanical
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Late 19th Century Persian Spanish Colonial Used Backdrops

Materials

Wool

Art Deco GIA 1.41 carat old mine cut diamond 14k white gold engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
backdrop that highlights the stone’s natural sparkle while maintaining a refined, understated elegance
Category

1920s Art Deco Used Backdrops

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage diamond 14k yellow gold engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
sleek 14k white gold, the setting offers a luminous, refined backdrop that highlights the diamonds
Category

1980s Contemporary Used Backdrops

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 2.00 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond and Ruby Ring
Located in London, GB
fine millegrain setting atop a backdrop consisting of perfectly matched pinky red rubies. Additional
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1920s Art Deco Used Backdrops

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

5x7 Hand Knotted Old Malayer Area Rug, Wool Carpet Geometric Design
Located in Dallas, TX
. The soft beige field serves as a serene and inviting backdrop, while natural tones of blue and subtle
Category

1980s Persian Malayer Used Backdrops

Materials

Wool

1930s Fuchsia w Open Floral Design Antique Chinese Art Deco Rug 9 x11 4" Carpet
Located in New York, NY
dramatic, opulent backdrop, allowing the sparse yet detailed corner motifs to truly resonate against the
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1930s Chinese Art Deco Used Backdrops

Materials

Wool

English School Late 19th Century Watercolour - Still Life of Fruit Flowers
Located in Corsham, GB
fruits in the foreground, set against a scenic mountain backdrop. Well presented in an ornate gilt frame
Category

Late 19th Century Used Backdrops

Materials

Watercolor

William Harris Weatherhead (1843-1903) - 1873 Watercolour, Lost in Thought
Located in Corsham, GB
) depicts a contemplative woman holding a rose. She sits against a backdrop of a serene lake surrounded by
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Late 19th Century Used Backdrops

Materials

Watercolor

Hugo Noske (1886-1960) - Early 20th Century Woodcut, Fringed Tulips
By Hugo Noske
Located in Corsham, GB
ruffled tulips set against a dramatic, rocky backdrop. The scene carries a surreal quality, heightened by
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20th Century Used Backdrops

Materials

Woodcut

Signed Pastoral Farmhouse Barn California Landscape Large Oil on Board Painting
Located in Studio City, CA
against a landscape backdrop featuring rolling golden hills and a light blue sky. As we acquired the
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Used Backdrops

Materials

Wood, Paint

Harshang Motif Navy Ground 1900s Persian Sultanabad Rug 9 x 13 4 Carpet
Located in New York, NY
-charcoal main field that provides a dramatic backdrop for the lighter, earthy motifs. The central design
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Early 1900s Persian Sultanabad Used Backdrops

Materials

Wool

Antique 18k White GoldLizard Diamond Brooch - Elegant Formal Holiday Gift
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
perfect backdrop for the bright white diamonds, creating a sophisticated and contemporary aesthetic
Category

20th Century American Art Deco Used Backdrops

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

4x6 Hand Knotted, Bakhtiari Area Rug Medallion Design Wool Carpet
Located in Dallas, TX
cultural heritage of Bakhtiari weaving. The deep blue field serves as a dramatic backdrop for natural tones
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1930s Persian Other Used Backdrops

Materials

Wool

Gardien des Mystères - 21st Century, Contemporary portrait, Mixed media, Africa
Located in Barcelona, Catalonia
“Gardien des Mystères” portrays a dignified figure seated against a delicate backdrop. Adorned with
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Used Backdrops

Materials

Mixed Media

Nini 18k White Gold Diamond Star and Moon Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
. The white gold setting provides a clean, luminous backdrop that enhances the sparkle and detail. It is
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20th Century Used Backdrops

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sun-Kissed Harmony. Original impasto Miniature Figurative Oil Art
Located in Zofingen, AG
scene against a moody, rainy backdrop. This contemporary artwork embodies a dance of emotion, freedom
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2010s Expressionist Used Backdrops

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Hand-Painted Floral Bakelite Art Drop Earrings With Tourmaline Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
against their ivory-toned backdrop. Technical Specifications Metal: Solid 18K Gold (7.591g
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Used Backdrops

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

What I Remember
By Sarah Hadley
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-provoking connections. Using backdrops of sunlight, shadow, architecture and nature, she creates illusionary
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2010s Contemporary Used Backdrops

Materials

Archival Pigment

Natural Specimen Of Garnet Crystals On Muscovite From Pakistan
Located in Peshawar, PK
crystals, partially embedded in the flaky mica matrix. Muscovite adds a reflective, layered backdrop that
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Art Deco Used Backdrops

Materials

Crystal

line Jules Bertrand Gélibert (1834-1916) - 1887 Oil, The Gamekeeper
Located in Corsham, GB
expressive brushwork, creating an atmospheric backdrop to the scene. The painting is well presented in a fine
Category

Late 19th Century Used Backdrops

Materials

Oil

1.04ct Baguette Cut Diamond Band in 18K Champagne Yellow Gold
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
highlight its sleek, angular brilliance. The 18K champagne yellow gold provides a rich backdrop, enhancing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Used Backdrops

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Fanasy with Flowers 185
Located in Zofingen, AG
soft backdrop. The artist uses a delicate blend of colors, merging blush, cream, and charcoal tones to
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2010s Impressionist Used Backdrops

Materials

Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Archival Paper

Echo des Racines - 21st Century, Contemporary portrait, Mixed media, Africa
Located in Barcelona, Catalonia
backdrop. The subject, with hair styled in textured twists, commands attention. Their direct gaze invites
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Used Backdrops

Materials

Mixed Media

Rare Minton Co Round Neoclassical Encaustic Tile
By Minton
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
have seen from Minton & Co. before Captured in striking white glaze across a deep blue backdrop, the
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Mid-19th Century English Neoclassical Used Backdrops

Materials

Clay

1900s Blue Floral Vase Antique Chinese Peking Rug 3 2"x4 10" Carpet
Located in New York, NY
, providing a striking backdrop for the detailed motifs. The sophisticated palette centers on the dramatic
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Early 1900s Chinese Other Used Backdrops

Materials

Wool

Doris Leslie Blau Extra Large Vintage Indian Dhurrie Rug with Geometric Allover
Located in New York, NY
refined color sensibility. The pistachio-toned field sets a tranquil backdrop for a repeating lozenge
Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Used Backdrops

Materials

Wool

Antique Oil On Board Landscape Painting of a Vermont Farm C1930
Located in Big Flats, NY
with a white house and red barn set against a backdrop of lush trees. The artwork is set in a simple
Category

Early 20th Century Used Backdrops

Materials

Wood

Antique Nippon Moriage Persian Themed Porcelain Tall Vase Signed C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
, set against a warm sunset backdrop. The vase is adorned with Moriage decoration, characterized by
Category

Early 20th Century Used Backdrops

Materials

Porcelain

Fanasy with Flowers 184
Located in Zofingen, AG
, where poppies in rich shades of red and orange command the center. Set against an ethereal backdrop, the
Category

2010s Impressionist Used Backdrops

Materials

Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Archival Paper

Antique Cast Iron Thomas Jeckyll Insert with William Morris Tiles
Located in Ware, GB
signature dragonfly, all on an interwoven geometric cast backdrop. The same florals can be seen on the rest
Category

19th Century Used Backdrops

Materials

Iron

1900s Beige Floral Vase Pictorial Antique Chinese Baotou Rug 4 4" x 6 10" Carpet
Located in New York, NY
lattice in shades of aged tan and brown, establishing a quiet, textural backdrop. This subtle density
Category

Early 1900s Chinese Other Used Backdrops

Materials

Wool

Meditación en la luna llena
Located in Barcelona, BARCELONA
This compelling artwork captures the silhouette of a woman sitting serenely against the backdrop of
Category

2010s Realist Used Backdrops

Materials

Acrylic

Fanasy with Flowers 183
Located in Zofingen, AG
black and yellow in the portrait adds dramatic contrast against the colorful backdrop, emphasizing the
Category

2010s Impressionist Used Backdrops

Materials

Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Archival Paper

1990s Vintage Grey and Black Wool Continuous Logo Scarf by Givenchy
By Givenchy
Located in Aci Castello, IT
than bold colors and overt logos. The dominant color is a dark grey, this serves as the backdrop for
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Late 20th Century French Used Backdrops

The Accordion Player - Lithograph by Enrico Benaglia - 1980s
By Enrico Benaglia
Located in Roma, IT
stylized stool, she plays an accordion against the backdrop of a serene seascape at sunset. Above her, a
Category

1980s Contemporary Used Backdrops

Materials

Lithograph

1890s Beige Unique 3D Fret Border Antique Chinese Peking Rug 8 10"x11 6" Carpet
Located in New York, NY
tones, providing a luminous backdrop for the striking navy blue motifs. This delicate hue, often
Category

1890s Chinese Other Used Backdrops

Materials

Wool

Large Mid-Century Modern European Cepelia Kilim, Tapestry Wall Rug, Earthy Tones
Located in Andernach, DE
and executed country scene named ''Jarmark Potalanski'' (Potalanski Fair). The backdrop held in a
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Used Backdrops

Materials

Wool

9.80ct Aquamarine Ring with 0.80ct Diamonds in 18K White Gold
Located in Bucharest, Romania
provides a sophisticated and modern backdrop, perfectly complementing the striking gemstone. This statement
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2010s Contemporary Used Backdrops

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold

1.30ct Ruby Halo Cocktail Ring with 1.47ct Marquise White Diamonds in 18K White
Located in Bucharest, Romania
white gold band enhances the timeless sophistication of the design, offering a sleek and modern backdrop
Category

2010s Contemporary Used Backdrops

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby

Dark and Luminous Pathways - Diptych Painting
By Juan Jose Garay
Located in LAS ROZAS DE MADRID, ES
like black and midnight blue predominate. Against this backdrop, abstract shapes emerge as a labyrinth
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21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Expressionist Used Backdrops

Materials

Paper, Acrylic

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Used Backdrops For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are several options of used backdrops available for sale. A selection of these works in the contemporary, abstract and Impressionist styles can be found today in our inventory. These items have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Adding a colorful piece of art to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — see the used backdrops on 1stDibs that include elements of gray, black, beige, blue and more. Many versions of these artworks are appealing in their rich colors and composition, but Slim Aarons, Stefanie Schneider, Mark Shaw, Elizabeth Lennie and Jenny Day produced especially popular works that are worth a look. Each of these unique pieces was handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in paint, digital print and oil paint.

How Much are Used Backdrops?

The average selling price for used backdrops we offer is $2,990, while they’re typically $49 on the low end and $1,650,000 for the highest priced.