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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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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Antique 16th Century English Gothic Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Very Rare 16th Century Gothic Tracery Decoration Wall Mirror Hand Carved Super

$3,755

Italian 16th century Hand Carved Wooden Lion

Located in Buisson, FR

Unique period piece. Extremely rare 16th century Italian hand carved lion. Most likely once part of

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Italian 16th century Hand Carved Wooden Lion

$503

16th CENTURY SENESE STORAGE BENCH CONTRADA DELLA SELVA

Located in Firenze, FI

of Sienese manufacturing from the late 16th century, belonging to the Renaissance period. Its large

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Cabinets

Materials

Wood

16th CENTURY SENESE STORAGE BENCH CONTRADA DELLA SELVA

$7,461

Coffee table comprised of a 16th century Indian door

Located in Stamford, CT

This handsome and sturdy coffee table is made from a 16th century Indian hardwood door with iron

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Indian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

Coffee table comprised of a 16th century Indian door

$2,800

Christ on the Cross, Italy 16th / 17th Century

Located in Greding, DE

Wooden carved and polychrome painted Christ in the three-nail type. Italy 16th/17th century.

Category

Antique 17th Century Baroque Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Christ on the Cross, Italy 16th / 17th Century

$3,908 / item

End of 16th Century San Carlo Lombard School Painting Oil on Panel

Located in Milan, IT

Late 16th century, Lombard school San Carlo Oil on panel, 72 x 56 cm.

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Paintings

Materials

Paint, Wood

End of 16th Century San Carlo Lombard School Painting Oil on Panel

$5,684

16th Century Spanish Lime Washed Hand Carved Wooden Double Door

Located in Marbella, ES

16th century Spanish lime washed hand carved wooden double door with ornate geometric and plant

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Antique 16th Century Spanish Doors and Gates

Materials

Wood

16th Century Spanish Lime Washed Hand Carved Wooden Double Door

$7,105

Long 16th Century Carved Oak Panel in Parchemin Design

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

An antique late 16th century style carved oak architectural panel carved with enriched parchemin

Category

Antique 16th Century English Tudor Decorative Art

Materials

Wood, Oak

Long 16th Century Carved Oak Panel in Parchemin Design

$1,604

Large Virgin and Child in polychrome wood, Spain, 16th Century

Located in PARIS, FR

the world. In Western iconography, from the 15th century onwards, the image of Christ carrying the orb

Category

Antique 1630s Spanish Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Large Virgin and Child in polychrome wood, Spain, 16th Century

$29,607

16th Century Spanish Walnut and Wrought Iron Dromedary Saddle

Located in Valladolid, ES

One of a kind 16th century Spanish school dromedary saddle in carve walnut and wrought iron, in a

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Gothic Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Wood

16th Century Spanish Walnut and Wrought Iron Dromedary Saddle

$1,184

Mid-16th Century Gillis Congnet Cercle Crucifixion Oil on Panel

Located in Roma, IT

mid-16th century. Specifically to the painting school of Antwerp circle of Gillis Congnet (Antwerp

Category

Antique 16th Century Dutch Renaissance Paintings

Materials

Wood

Mid-16th Century Gillis Congnet Cercle Crucifixion Oil on Panel

$8,882

Lamentation of Christ - 16th century Antwerp school, Flemish

Located in PARIS, FR

The Lamentation of Christ with Saint Jean, Virgin and Mary Magdalene First half of 16th century

Category

16th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Lamentation of Christ - 16th century Antwerp school, Flemish

$14,093

Late 16th-Century Catalan School, Saint Madrona Of Thessalonica

Located in Cheltenham, GB

This remarkable late 16th-century fragment depicts Saint Madrona, the Patron Saint of Barcelona

Category

16th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Metal

Late 16th-Century Catalan School, Saint Madrona Of Thessalonica, c. 1580

$2,854

16th Century Oil on Canvas Flemish Antique Religious Painting Christ, 1580

Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont

Antique Flemish painting from the 16th century. Oil panel framework depicting Lamentation over the

Category

Antique 16th Century Belgian Paintings

Materials

Wood

16th Century Oil on Canvas Flemish Antique Religious Painting Christ, 1580

$8,290

Pilgrims Journey - Figure in Landscape, 16th Century Netherlandish Old Master

Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire

Pilgrim's Journey, a classic 16th century Netherlandish School painting. Highly expressive

Category

16th Century Old Masters Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Pilgrims Journey - Figure in Landscape, 16th Century Netherlandish Old Master, c.1550

$10,242

16th C., Ava, Rare Antique Burmese Wooden Seated Buddha on Double Lotus Base

Located in Sampantawong, TH

double lotus base. Age: Burma, Ava Period, 16th Century Size: Height 49.5 C.M. / Width 28 C.M. / Depth

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Antique 16th Century Burmese Antiquities

Materials

Wood

16th C., Ava, Rare Antique Burmese Wooden Seated Buddha on Double Lotus Base

$4,250

16th CENTURY VIRGIN MARY WITH CHILD ON A GOLDEN BACKGROUND

Located in Firenze, FI

Venetian golden background, dating back to the 16th century. The technique used is oil painting on a golden

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Paintings

Materials

Gesso, Wood, Paint

16th CENTURY VIRGIN MARY WITH CHILD ON A GOLDEN BACKGROUND

$5,968

16th CENTURY VIRGIN MARY WITH CHILD ON A GOLDEN BACKGROUND

Located in Firenze, FI

Venetian golden background, dating back to the 16th century. The technique used is oil painting on a golden

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Paintings

Materials

Gesso, Wood, Paint

16th CENTURY VIRGIN MARY WITH CHILD ON A GOLDEN BACKGROUND

$5,968

Wall triptych, Pietà and Saints John. Oil on panel, metal. Spanish school, 16th

Located in Madrid, ES

Wall triptych, Pietà and Saints John. Oil on panel, metal. Spanish school, 16th century. Triptych

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Renaissance Religious Items

Materials

Metal, Other

Wall triptych, Pietà and Saints John. Oil on panel, metal. Spanish school, 16th

$7,105

16th Century Oil on Panel French Antique Painting the Tiburtine Sybil, 1570

Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont

Antique French painting from the 16th century. Artwork oil on panel depicting a historical

Category

Antique 16th Century French Paintings

Materials

Wood

16th Century Oil on Panel French Antique Painting the Tiburtine Sybil, 1570

$17,054

Pair of 16th Century Style Italian Dantesca Carved Wood Chairs Dante Savonarola

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of Victorian Dantesca Italian 16th century

Category

20th Century British Early Victorian Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of 16th Century Style Italian Dantesca Carved Wood Chairs Dante Savonarola

$1,707

Antique 16th Century Wooden Statue, Historical Figure from Spain

Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)

Ancient wooden statue, carved by hand and lacquered, from a very ancient period, sixteenth century

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Antique 16th Century Wooden Statue, Historical Figure from Spain

$2,842

Cretan School icon of Saint Basil (The Great) (16th Century)

Located in London, GB

Cretan School icon of Saint Basil (The Great). Tempera on wood panel. 16th Century. Paint losses

Category

16th Century More Art

Materials

Tempera

Cretan School icon of Saint Basil (The Great) (16th Century)

$16,388

16th CENTURY RENAISSANCE CHEST IN CARVED AND PAINTED WALNUT

Located in Firenze, FI

to the 16th century and of Florentine manufacture, finally reflects great attention to detail and

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Cabinets

Materials

Gesso, Wood, Walnut, Paint

16th CENTURY RENAISSANCE CHEST IN CARVED AND PAINTED WALNUT

$8,290

13th-16th Century Japanese Old Wood Carving Armed God / Buddha Statue

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

produced. Probably from the 13th to 16th centuries. This is the statue of the god who came in armor

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Japanese Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Other

13th-16th Century Japanese Old Wood Carving Armed God / Buddha Statue

$2,000

16th Century Spanish School "St Catalina of Alejandría" Polychrome Oil on Panel

Located in Valladolid, ES

Awesome 16th century Spanish school polychrome oil on panel “ST Catalina of Alejandria”. An amazing

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Gothic Paintings

Materials

Wood

16th Century Spanish School "St Catalina of Alejandría" Polychrome Oil on Panel

$17,172

16th Century Spanish Religious Painted Wooden Sculpture of Woman with Boy

Located in Marbella, ES

16th century Spanish hand carved wooden religious painted sculpture of woman with boy.

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

16th Century Spanish Religious Painted Wooden Sculpture of Woman with Boy

$21,317

Allegory of Politics, Myth of Hercules and Cacus. Late 16th Century

Located in Firenze, IT

Allegory of Politics, Myth of Hercules and Cacus. Period: Late 16th Century Technique: Oil on

Category

16th Century Renaissance Figurative Paintings

Materials

Wood, Oil

Allegory of Politics, Myth of Hercules and Cacus. Late 16th Century

$3,200

16th Century Quadriptych Altarpiece Oil on Panel of the Four Apostles Naive Folk

Located in Lincoln, GB

16th Century Quadriptych Altarpiece Oil on Panel of the Four Apostles Naive Folk Art Style Medium

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Paintings

Materials

Wood

16th Century Quadriptych Altarpiece Oil on Panel of the Four Apostles Naive Folk

$4,090

E Wood, Farmhouse Near Godalming, Surrey, Watercolour

Located in Cheltenham, GB

This charming late 19th-century watercolour by British artist E Wood depicts a beautiful 15th/16th

Category

1880s Naturalistic Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Paper, Watercolor, Gouache, Pencil

E Wood
E Wood, Farmhouse Near Godalming, Surrey, Watercolour, c. 1880

$402

Pair of 16th Century Italian Renaissance Carved Wooden Lion Supports

Located in Dallas, TX

Hand-carved in the 1500s, these Italian lion supports are the work of a master-level craftsman. It is possible that they were originally legs for a High Renaissance cassone. A fresh ...

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Pair of 16th Century Italian Renaissance Carved Wooden Lion Supports

$2,200 / set

Virgin with Child, studio of Adriaen Isenbrant, Bruges, Flemish, 16th century

Located in PARIS, FR

Virgin and Child Workshop of Adriaen Isenbrant (1480–1551) Bruges, 16th century Oil on oak panel

Category

16th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Virgin with Child, studio of Adriaen Isenbrant, Bruges, Flemish, 16th century

$33,160

16th-Century Catalan School Oil Painting, Saint Magí Saint Mauro, Church Art

Located in Cheltenham, GB

This remarkable late 16th-century fragment depicts Saint Magí, the patron saint of Tarragona, and

Category

16th Century Figurative Paintings

Materials

Metal

16th-Century Catalan School Oil Painting, Saint Magí Saint Mauro, Church Art, c. 1580

$2,663

Italian Renaissance 16th Century Egg Tempera Fresco on Canvas, Adam and Eve

Located in Firenze, IT

conditions considering that it dates back to the 16th century, stable surface and color. On the frame you can

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Italian Renaissance 16th Century Egg Tempera Fresco on Canvas, Adam and Eve

$10,658

Rare 16th Century-18th Century Chinese Chest with Iron Hardware

Located in San Marino, CA

A circa 16th-18th century ancient wooden chest which has a heavy patina on its iron hardware. This

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Furniture

Materials

Iron

Rare 16th Century-18th Century Chinese Chest with Iron Hardware

$4,900

16th Century Flemish Oak Strong Box Trunk with Iron Strapwork

Located in Dallas, TX

The beautifully carved front façade is not the only impressive element of this oak strongbox trunk; the interior is reinforced with an iron strapwork “cage”, strengthening the alread...

Category

Antique 16th Century Belgian Renaissance Blanket Chests

Materials

Metal, Iron

16th Century Flemish Oak Strong Box Trunk with Iron Strapwork

$4,800

16th Century Spanish Walnut Chest of Drawers with Seven Drawers and Two Doors

Located in Marbella, ES

16th Century Spanish Walnut Chest of Drawers with Seven Drawers and Two Doors

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Sideboards

Materials

Wood

16th Century Spanish Walnut Chest of Drawers with Seven Drawers and Two Doors

$17,764

16th-17th Century Carved Italian Angel Figure

Located in Buisson, FR

Unique and beautiful Angel figure standing on a cloud with 3 winged angelheads. Wonderful patina. Italy circa 1580-1700. Weathered, losses and old repairs.

Category

Antique 17th Century Italian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

16th-17th Century Carved Italian Angel Figure

$1,865

Pair of Gothic Carved Oak Four Poster Single/Double Beds, 16th Century Carving

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

This is an interesting pair of beds, they have been made from wood dating back to the 16th century

Category

Antique 16th Century English Gothic Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Oak

Pair of Gothic Carved Oak Four Poster Single/Double Beds, 16th Century Carving

$4,506

Early Swedish Folk Art Chandelier, 16th. Century

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Extremely rare and early folk art chandelier from Gotland, Sweden. Each of the 25+ wooden "crown"-cups are loose and tightens when a candlestick is secured on the spear/candlestick a...

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Swedish Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Early Swedish Folk Art Chandelier, 16th. Century

Set of Three 16th Century Spanish Hand Carved Wooden Columns on Steel Bases

Located in Marbella, ES

Set of three antique 1550s Spanish hand carved wooden classical Doric columns standing on modern steel square bases measuring 40x20 cm. They have a rustic no-paint limewashed feel to...

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

Set of Three 16th Century Spanish Hand Carved Wooden Columns on Steel Bases

$17,764 / set

16th Century Francesco Foschi Holy Family Madonna Oil on Panel Brown Yellow Gold

Located in Sanremo, IT

of true Christian devotion. This composition, probably painted in the 50s and 60s of the 16th century

Category

16th Century Italian School Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Francesco Foschi
16th Century Francesco Foschi Holy Family Madonna Oil on Panel Brown Yellow Gold

$41,451

16th century Flemish, Holy Family, workshop of P. Coecke Van Aelst (1502-1550)

Located in PARIS, FR

) 16th century Flemish school Oil on oak panel, Dimensions : panel: h. 34.25 in., w. 22.04 in. Original

Category

16th Century Old Masters Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

16th century Flemish, Holy Family, workshop of P. Coecke Van Aelst (1502-1550)

$19,422

Antique Iron Statue Carved with Shield of the Kingdom of France, 16th Century

Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)

Ancient iron statue, with circular wooden base, entirely hand-carved, decoration of a character with a shield of the Kingdom of France, it could have been an architectural element th...

Category

Antique 16th Century French Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique Iron Statue Carved with Shield of the Kingdom of France, 16th Century

$829

LOUIS 16TH CARVED PAINTED MIRROR

Located in New Orleans, LA

ORIGINAL MIRROR

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French More Mirrors

Materials

Wood, Mirror

LOUIS 16TH CARVED PAINTED MIRROR

$4,200

A Rare Pair of 16th c. Burgundian Giltwood and Polychrome Saints

Located in Greenwich, CT

A rare pair of carved, gilt and polychromed figures of two apostles both holding volumes, one with a dragon at his feet. Exceptional surface and carving. Burgundy circa 1550

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Paint

A Rare Pair of 16th c. Burgundian Giltwood and Polychrome Saints

Large 16th Century German Carved Basswood Saint Sebastian Sculpture

Located in London, GB

, Religious Antique Sculpture, Antique Religious Carving, Antique Church Statue. A large 16th Century German

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier German Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Large 16th Century German Carved Basswood Saint Sebastian Sculpture

$4,609

Antique Japanese Zushi, Personal Buddhist Shrine, Momoyama Period, 16th Century

Located in Prahran, Victoria

pantheon. Black lacquer exterior, gold leaf interior. Momoyama period, late 16th-early 17th century

Category

Antique Late 17th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Gold Leaf

Antique Japanese Zushi, Personal Buddhist Shrine, Momoyama Period, 16th Century

$6,500

16th c. French school, Circle Of François Clouet, Elisabeth Of Austria

Located in PARIS, FR

Elisabeth of Austria, queen of France from 1571 to 1574, circle of François Clouet, Paris, 16th

Category

16th Century Renaissance Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

16th c. French school, Circle Of François Clouet, Elisabeth Of Austria

$5,139

French 16th-17th Century Painted Wooden Statue of Saint Sebastian

Located in Buisson, FR

Beautiful carved statue of Saint Sebastian with traces of its original color, France, circa 1550-1650. Weathered, small losses.

Category

Antique 17th Century French Religious Items

Materials

Wood

French 16th-17th Century Painted Wooden Statue of Saint Sebastian

$1,510

Pyrographed Chest Wood Iron Italy XVI Century

Located in Milano, IT

The front and the lid are pyrographed and cut out of a lowered and engraved bottom. The lid is fixed to the body by steel iron hinges and worked with an elaborate floral motif, they ...

Category

Antique 16th Century Italian Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Pyrographed Chest Wood Iron Italy XVI Century

$20,015

Renaissance Madonna and Child , Tyrol, late 15th- early 16th century.

Located in PARIS, FR

preserved polychromy and gilt. Southern Germany, most likely Tyrol, late 15th/early 16th century. This is an

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Austrian Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Renaissance Madonna and Child , Tyrol, late 15th- early 16th century.

$17,764

16th-C. Engravings of Nobility Framed in England in Faux Tortoise Frames, S/12

Located in Kennesaw, GA

I will do my best to describe this beautiful set accurately! This is a set of 16th and 17th century

Category

Antique 16th Century English Neoclassical Decorative Art

Materials

Wood, Giltwood

16th-C. Engravings of Nobility Framed in England in Faux Tortoise Frames, S/12

$3,995 / set

16th Century Italian Bolognese School O/Canvas "Allegory of Music"

By Annibale Carracci

Located in Valladolid, ES

vision of the composition. The measurements without frame are: 68 x 54 cm The frame wood is from the

Category

Antique 1690s Italian Baroque Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

16th Century Italian Bolognese School O/Canvas "Allegory of Music"

$11,653

19th Century Pair of Spanish Wall Lamps with 16th Century Cuerda Seca Tiles

Located in Marbella, ES

19th century pair of Spanish wooden wall lamps with 16th century cuerda seca glazed ceramic tiles

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

19th Century Pair of Spanish Wall Lamps with 16th Century Cuerda Seca Tiles

$5,329 / set

Anrique oil painting, Last Supper, German school, Renaissance, Late 16th c.

Located in DEVENTER, NL

Archaic paiting of the Last Supper. Jezus surrounded by his twelve apostels seated around a table with a dish with a roasted lamb, a chalice in gothic style and pieces of bread. The...

Category

16th Century Renaissance Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Anrique oil painting, Last Supper, German school, Renaissance, Late 16th c.

$4,441

Sculpture in Gilded and Polychrome Wood, "Evangelist", Berruguete s Environment

Located in Madrid, ES

opened his own workshop in Valladolid. He became one of the main Spanish sculptors of the 16th century

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Sculpture in Gilded and Polychrome Wood, "Evangelist", Berruguete s Environment

$16,580

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Were there cannons in the 16th century?
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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.
Was there glass in the 16th century?
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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.
What furniture was used in the 16th century?
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.