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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

What color wood is mid-century modern?

There is no single color wood that is mid-century modern. Designers working in the style employed a variety of finishes, though purplish reds, mid-yellows, light browns and medium dark browns were among the most commonly used. Teak wood was an especially popular material, not only due to its warm medium hue but also due to its strength and the beauty of its natural grain. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Wood 16th Century

Polychrome Angel

Italian Renaissance Art

Spain Polychrome Sculpture

Pair Wood Panels

16th Century Renaissance Paintings

Polychrome Saint

Spanish Polychrome

Carved Saint

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Vintage 1970s British Arms, Armor and Weapons

Materials

Metal

Vintage 16th C Style Complete Suit of Armour, Castell Gyrn 20th Century

$4,039

The Betrothal and Love of Mary and Joseph, 1500-1600s, Carved Wood Polychromed

Located in North Miami, FL

Early 16th Century Spanish carved-wood and polychromed panel of The Betrothal and Love of Joseph

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Antique 16th Century Spanish Renaissance Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Gold Leaf

The Betrothal and Love of Mary and Joseph, 1500-1600s, Carved Wood Polychromed

$42,950

Carved Wood Depicting the Resurrection of Christ

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

: EARLY 16th CENTURY Height : 67.5 cm Length : 57 cm Oakwood Provenance : Collection of Maurice

Category

Antique 16th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Oak

Carved Wood Depicting the Resurrection of Christ

$29,668

Saint John The Forerunner after a Russian Icon from the 16th Century

Located in Segovia, ES

Saint John, The Forerunner, after a Russian Icon from the 16th Century. Tempera and gold leave on

Category

1990s Byzantine Mixed Media

Materials

Gold Leaf

Oliver Samsinger
Saint John The Forerunner after a Russian Icon from the 16th Century

$1,281

French Antique Wooden Chest Carved with Vegetal Patter Renaissance Period 16th

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

Nice carved wooden chest from the Renaissance period, late 16th early 17th century. The lower part

Category

Antique 17th Century French Renaissance Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

French Antique Wooden Chest Carved with Vegetal Patter Renaissance Period 16th

$2,278 Sale Price

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16th/17th Century Orthodox Religious Icon on Board of the Virgin Mary and Jesus

Located in Hastings, GB

century Germany, and specifically to the monk Hermann of Reichenau. Unlike the Icons of Catholicism

Category

Antique 17th Century Hungarian Baroque Paintings

Materials

Wood

16th/17th Century Orthodox Religious Icon on Board of the Virgin Mary and Jesus

$6,777

Wooden Made Crucifixion of Jesus, Italian Manufacture, Late XVI Century

Located in Roma, IT

Crucifixion of Jesus is an original wood sculpture realized at the end of the XVI century. Rare

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Wooden Made Crucifixion of Jesus, Italian Manufacture, Late XVI Century

$996 Sale Price

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Pair of Trompe L oeil Paintings on Wood

Located in Water Mill, NY

Pairr of Trompe L'Oeil still life paintings on wood-framed.

Category

Antique 16th Century American Paintings

Materials

Wood

Pair of Trompe L oeil Paintings on Wood

$2,600 / set

C1600 wood carving of a cardinal

Located in Bakewell, GB

C1600 wood carving of a cardinal with good original polychrome decoration

Category

Antique 16th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

C1600 wood carving of a cardinal

$5,463

Late 16thC French Wood Carving of a Female

Located in Malibu, CA

16th century artifact imported from Europe; a beautiful figure with patinaed painted wood. An alter

Category

Antique 16th Century European Renaissance Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Late 16thC French Wood Carving of a Female

$1,396 Sale Price

30% Off

San Miguel Arcángel in Carved Wood, Polychrome, Stewed and Gold, Castilla FF SX

Located in Marbella, ES

San Miguel Arcángel in carved wood, polychrome, stewed and gold, castilla ff SX.

Category

Antique 16th Century Religious Items

Materials

Wood

San Miguel Arcángel in Carved Wood, Polychrome, Stewed and Gold, Castilla FF SX

$41,535

Antique Shan Buddha from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Burma 16th Century Traces of gold can be found.

Category

Antique 16th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Antique Shan Buddha from Burma

$4,612

Antique Wooden Burmese Pinya Buddha Statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

krt. gilding Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from Burma 16th century - Pinya style.

Category

Antique 16th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Antique Wooden Burmese Pinya Buddha Statue from Burma

$3,106

Antique Ava Buddha Statue from Burma

Located in DEVENTER, NL

original 24 krt. gildings Ava style Bhumisparsha mudra Originating from Burma 16th century - first Ava

Category

Antique 16th Century Burmese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Antique Ava Buddha Statue from Burma

$6,815

Antique Venetian Portrait of a Lady Renaissance Oil on Wood

Located in Doha, QA

An evocative Venetian Renaissance oil on wood panel depicting a graceful Portrait of a Lady. The

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Paintings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Antique Venetian Portrait of a Lady Renaissance Oil on Wood

$7,800

Adoration of the Magi, Catalan Baroque, S.XVI Dated 1527, Oil on Wood

Located in CABA, AR

Catalan Baroque S.XVI The Adoration of the Magi Oil on wood 92cm x 68cm Dated 1527 At the

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Baroque Paintings

Materials

Wood

Adoration of the Magi, Catalan Baroque, S.XVI Dated 1527, Oil on Wood

$28,000 Sale Price

20% Off

The Madonna with Christ Child and the Infant St. John the Baptist, Hand Painted

Located in North Miami, FL

Late 16th century Italian school oil on a wood panel painting of The Madonna with Christ Child and

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Wood

The Madonna with Christ Child and the Infant St. John the Baptist, Hand Painted

$36,500

Chest, Leather, Wrought Iron, Textile, Wood, Spain, circa 1500

Located in Madrid, ES

varied shapes and sizes, being so frequent in Spain during the 15th and 16th centuries that many examples

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Gothic Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wrought Iron, Other

Chest, Leather, Wrought Iron, Textile, Wood, Spain, circa 1500

$6,052

English Renaissance Framed Crest Embroidery

Located in Queens, NY

an ebonized wood frame.

Category

Antique 16th Century English Northern Renaissance Decorative Art

Materials

Thread, Velvet, Wood

English Renaissance Framed Crest Embroidery

$2,800

Allegory of Time. Oil on panel. Circle of Jacob de Backer (act. 1571-1585).

Located in Madrid, ES

“Madonna with Child and Saint John” from the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna, dated late 16th century

Category

Antique 16th Century Belgian Renaissance Paintings

Materials

Other

Allegory of Time. Oil on panel. Circle of Jacob de Backer (act. 1571-1585).

$30,854

18th Century Spanish Santos

Located in Dallas, TX

Hand carved Santos in original condition. Beautiful old patina.

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Sculptures

Materials

Wood

18th Century Spanish Santos

$6,127

Small Gilded Box Engraved and Painted Wood Venice Italy XVI C. Belloni family

Located in Milano, IT

Small box with opening top, slightly convex urn front with shaped shelf support, decorated on the front with carved tablet, while the rest of the object is simply painted. The front ...

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Other Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Small Gilded Box Engraved and Painted Wood Venice Italy XVI C. Belloni family

$21,954

Entrance door of a city Moughal XVI-XVII century

Located in Mexico City, MX

Entrance door of a city Moughal XVI-XVII century North of India Deeply carved Teak wood with

Category

Antique 16th Century Indian Doors and Gates

Materials

Wood

Entrance door of a city Moughal XVI-XVII century

$185,000

Saint Afre of Augsburg

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

SAINT AFRE OF AUGSBURG ORIGIN : SOUTHERN GERMANY PERIOD : 16th CENTURY Height : 119 cm

Category

Antique 16th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Saint Afre of Augsburg

$23,734

Qniuue 16 Century Panel

Located in Oosterbeek, NL

A unique collectors piece. A wooden panel from the middle-ages circa 1550.The panel is from walnut and framed with a Renaissance ornament. A shield with broken tymphane. This amazi...

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Renaissance Paintings

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Qniuue 16 Century Panel

$23,141

Virgin and Child, northern France or Flanders, early 17th century.

Located in PARIS, FR

required. Parquetry on the back; modern frame. Northern France or Flanders, early 17th century. 57x45 cm

Category

Antique 16th Century French Renaissance Paintings

Materials

Wood

Virgin and Child, northern France or Flanders, early 17th century.

$6,526

Large Framed Pre-Columbian Woven Textile Panel Inca Culture Peru

Located in Atlanta, GA

A large pre-Columbian textile fragment from Inca period in nowadays Peru, circa 15-16th century

Category

Antique 16th Century Peruvian Pre-Columbian Tapestries

Materials

Textile, Wood

Large Framed Pre-Columbian Woven Textile Panel Inca Culture Peru

$3,600 / item

17th-Century Alpine Wooden Christ Torso with Polychrome Traces

Located in Hamburg, DE

17th-Century Alpine Wooden Christ Torso with Polychrome Traces This finely carved wooden Christ

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Baroque Religious Items

Materials

Wood

17th-Century Alpine Wooden Christ Torso with Polychrome Traces

$634

A Set of Four Tuscan Carved Wood and Parcel Gilt Equestrian Reliefs

Located in London, GB

A Set of Four Tuscan Carved Wood and Parcel Gilt Equestrian Reliefs Walnut, gilt, velvet Italy

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

A Set of Four Tuscan Carved Wood and Parcel Gilt Equestrian Reliefs

$35,000

Important Renaissance Medical Box Spanish or Italian Workshop, Around 1550

Located in Madrid, ES

Casket with stepped lid and vaulted flanked dome. Polychrome and gilded wood. Spanish or Italian workshop

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Baroque Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Important Renaissance Medical Box Spanish or Italian Workshop, Around 1550

$20,471

Cercle of Romano Alberti, Page, Around 1530-1540

Located in Bruxelles, BE

media : wood core, papier mâché, stucco, polychrome and gilded Italy, around 1530-1540 88 cm This

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stucco, Wood, Paper

Cercle of Romano Alberti, Page, Around 1530-1540

$12,341 Sale Price

35% Off

Rare and Important German Renaissance Chest

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

artistic productions of the 16th century cities. Those ever-evolving places metamorphosed gold gained from

Category

Antique 16th Century German Renaissance Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Rare and Important German Renaissance Chest

$45,095

Important Italian Renaissance Polychrome Chest with Coat-of-Arms

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

16th century Height: 71cm Length: 190cm Depth: 78cm Polychrome wood Partly original This

Category

Antique 16th Century Renaissance Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

Important Italian Renaissance Polychrome Chest with Coat-of-Arms

$35,601

Paolo di Giovanni Sogliani - Processional Cross Florence, around 1515

Located in Bruxelles, BE

the beginning of the 16th century. However, the presence of Saint Anthony the Abbot dates it closer to

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Paolo di Giovanni Sogliani - Processional Cross Florence, around 1515

$118,672

Ming Period Stucco Head of a Court Lady with Original Paint Mounted on Stand

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese Ming Dynasty period stucco head of a court lady from the 15th or 16th century, mounted on

Category

Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Stucco

Ming Period Stucco Head of a Court Lady with Original Paint Mounted on Stand

$4,500

Venice. XVI century. Madonna with child with St. John. Attrib. Marco Bello.

Located in Firenze, IT

mountains. Early XVI century. Oil on wooden panel of Venetian conifers. Marco Bello, attributed. (Venezia

Category

16th Century Renaissance Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Venice. XVI century. Madonna with child with St. John. Attrib. Marco Bello.

$4,153

Framed Late 15th Century Illuminated Book of Hours Manuscript

Located in Houston, TX

Framed late 15th century illuminated Book of Hours manuscript circa 1500, France. Gouache, ink gold

Category

Antique 16th Century French Medieval Religious Items

Materials

Gold Leaf

Framed Late 15th Century Illuminated Book of Hours Manuscript

$1,800

Old Master Painting, 16/17th C

Located in Aalsgaarde, DK

Fantastic old master painting of a women, 16/17th century With frame: H. 107 W. 90 D. 10 cm H

Category

Antique 16th Century Paintings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Old Master Painting, 16/17th C

$17,800

Venetian Renaissance Jewelry Chest

Located in Greenwich, CT

Rare Venetian 16th century Italian traveling jewelry chest profusely decorated in Arabesque black

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Wood

Venetian Renaissance Jewelry Chest

$9,500

Antique Chinese Hand Sculpted Grey Stone Panel with Stand

Located in Chicago, IL

16th Century Chinese Hand Sculpted Grey Stone Panel with Stand This exquisite 16th Century Chinese

Category

Antique 16th Century Chinese Rustic Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Antique Chinese Hand Sculpted Grey Stone Panel with Stand

$8,500 / set

Old Master Italian Painting, circa 1600

Located in Aalsgaarde, DK

Rare old master Italian painting, oil on wood, probably Venetian, circa 1500 - 1600 With frame: H

Category

Antique 16th Century Paintings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Old Master Italian Painting, circa 1600

$11,867

Wartime Triumphs, Hans Burgkmair The Elder Hand Painted Woodcuts Ca. 1515-18

Located in Charlottesville, VA

Whimsical pair of Hans Burgkmair The Elder (German, 1473-1531)1515-18 woodcuts, from Wartime TriumphsThese hand-painted woodcuts on watermarked laid paper. Sheet Size: H 16.5" W 19" ...

Category

Antique 16th Century German Prints

Materials

Wood, Paper

Wartime Triumphs, Hans Burgkmair The Elder Hand Painted Woodcuts Ca. 1515-18

$2,100 / set

Gothic Renaissance wooden sculpture: bust of a young Saint or Angel

Located in Norwich, GB

This remarkable, deeply evocative fragment is a hand-carved piece of religious statuary from 16th

Category

16th Century Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Gothic Renaissance wooden sculpture: bust of a young Saint or Angel, ca 1500

$2,500

Small Italian Chair with Marquetry Decor

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

SMALL ITALIAN CHAIR WITH MARQUETRY DÉCOR ORIGIN : ITALY PERIOD : EARLY 16th CENTURY Height

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Chairs

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Small Italian Chair with Marquetry Decor

$6,526

Chair with foldings slats, called "Savonarole"

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

CENTURY – EARLY 16th CENTURY Height : 85 cm Width : 65 cm Depth : 55 cm Walnut Good state of

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Chairs

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Chair with foldings slats, called "Savonarole"

$16,614

Pair of Persian Carved Window Panels

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of Persian (16th Century) carved and painted open design window panels with floral decoration.

Category

Antique 16th Century Unknown Islamic Windows

Materials

Wood, Paint

Pair of Persian Carved Window Panels

$35,000 / set

Exceptional Cabinet known as the Sumene Cabinet

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

EXCEPTIONAL CABINET KNOWN AS THE SUMÈNE CABINET ORIGIN : FRANCE, NÎMES PERIOD : 16th CENTURY

Category

Antique 16th Century French Renaissance Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Exceptional Cabinet known as the Sumene Cabinet

$41,535

Important Sculpture

Located in ROUEN, FR

"Important Sculpture IMPORTANT SCULPTURE representing Saint Floran de Lorch in polychrome wood in

Category

16th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Important Sculpture

$8,010

Master Angel

Located in Wien, Wien

be located in the context of the Danube school of the first third of the 16th century, was carved

Category

16th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Master Angel, 1500/20

$38,000

The Tax Collectors attributed to Marinus van Reymerswaele

Located in New Orleans, LA

Marinus van Reymerswaele c.1490 – c.1546 Dutch The Tax Collectors 16th century Oil on wood panel

Category

16th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

The Tax Collectors attributed to Marinus van Reymerswaele, Circa 1540

$1,985,000

Antique English Tudor Period Oak Panel c.1590

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

panel once part of a stunning frieze in a grand 16th century reception room.

Category

Antique 16th Century English Tudor Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Oak

Antique English Tudor Period Oak Panel c.1590

$4,621

Pair Flying Angels

Located in Wien, Wien

carved altar from the beginning of the 16th century from the Museum Schnütgen in Cologne. This is an

Category

16th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Oak

Pair Flying Angels, 1500

$38,000

Antique Japanese Black Lacquered Table Cabinet

Located in Ipswich, GB

Antique Japanese Black Lacquered Table Cabinet, having a quality lacquered lift off lid above 4 drawers with original handles, containing 2 small matching lacquered boxes. Decorated ...

Category

Antique 16th Century Japanese Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Hardwood

Antique Japanese Black Lacquered Table Cabinet

$1,540

English Court Cupboard in Polychrome Oak – Lancashire / Yorkshire, ca 1600–1620

Located in PARIS, FR

are typical of Northern English workshops at the turn of the 16th and 17th centuries. A rare and

Category

Antique 16th Century British Elizabethan Cupboards

Materials

Wood

English Court Cupboard in Polychrome Oak – Lancashire / Yorkshire, ca 1600–1620

$5,601

18th-Century Carved Wooden Head of a Philosopher / Religious Figure

Located in Lincoln, GB

with 16th-century wood sculpture. The carving retains good structural integrity and displays fine

Category

Antique 18th Century Busts

Materials

Wood

18th-Century Carved Wooden Head of a Philosopher / Religious Figure

$677

Madonna Child, oil on panel follower of DIERIC BOUTS (1415-1475)

Located in Blackwater, GB

Madonna & Child, oil on panel follower of DIERIC BOUTS (1415-1475) Early Netherlandish devotional scene of the Madonna & Child, oil on gold ground panel. Early small depiction of t...

Category

16th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Madonna Child, oil on panel follower of DIERIC BOUTS (1415-1475)

$4,929 Sale Price

25% Off

Resurrection of Christ. Study of the Master of the Prodigal Son. Ca. 1550.

Located in Firenze, IT

Mannerist school, which flourished in Antwerp and Haarlem in the second half of the 16th century, with

Category

16th Century Mannerist Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel, Board

Resurrection of Christ. Study of the Master of the Prodigal Son. Ca. 1550., ca. 1550

$8,919 Sale Price

22% Off

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Questions About Wood 16th Century

Was there glass in the 16th century?
1 Answer
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.
Were there cannons in the 16th century?
1 Answer
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.
What furniture was used in the 16th century?
1 Answer
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
What color wood is mid-century modern?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
There is no single color wood that is mid-century modern. Designers working in the style employed a variety of finishes, though purplish reds, mid-yellows, light browns and medium dark browns were among the most commonly used. Teak wood was an especially popular material, not only due to its warm medium hue but also due to its strength and the beauty of its natural grain. Shop a wide range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.