Spanish Colonial Antiquities

SPANISH COLONIAL STYLE

After the conquest of Mexico in 1521 and the Philippines in 1565, Spain dictated a global culture. The colonization of territories in the Americas, Western Europe, Africa, Oceania and the Pacific imposed the values of Spain, including Catholicism, while the extraction of resources reinforced the empire’s wealth and power. Unlike many styles that came out of European colonialism, such as British Colonial, Spanish Colonial furniture and architecture frequently mixed local heritage with the artistic traditions of Spain.

Spanish Colonial furniture was informed by the shifting styles of Europe as well as Indigenous culture. There were Inca tapestries depicting Spanish coats of arms and Baroque chairs adorned with tropical flora. The butaca, a low easy chair popular in the Caribbean, was inspired by Rococo’s curving forms and the shape of precolonial seating. In New Mexico, Pueblo artisans carved chests with patterns reminiscent of Anasazi art.

Even within the homes of the wealthy, furniture was usually restricted to necessities like benches, desks, cupboards and chests. These were often ornately designed and especially important for storing prized goods like textiles. Spanish Colonial houses were built with adobe and clay and tended to be minimally decorated, so the style’s heavily carved wooden furniture pieces stood out against a home’s white stucco walls.

The Spanish Colonial period mostly came to an end after the territories achieved independence from Spain. However, its aesthetics continued to influence Southwestern style and Spanish Colonial Revival style after Spanish Colonial style was used extensively at San Diego’s 1915 Panama-California Exposition.

Find a collection of antique Spanish Colonial chairs, tables, bedroom furniture and other furniture on 1stDibs.

Style: Spanish Colonial

Small Antique Spanish Colonial Chest, Late 1700’s

By NONO

Located in Guadalajra, Jal

Small Antique Spanish Colonial Chest, Late 1700’s Small colonial chest made of mesquite wood with remnants of paint. Assembled with dovetail joints and featuring impressive wrought i...

Category

Late 18th Century Mexican Antique Spanish Colonial Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Small Antique Spanish Colonial Chest, Late 1700’s

$720

18th Century Spanish Colonial Archangel in carved sabino wood.

By NONO

Located in Guadalajra, Jal

A lovely and rare Spanish Colonial Statue of an Archangel in carved sabino wood, XVIII Century Origin: Central Mexico Period: XVIII Century Height: 33cm Length: 12cm Width: 8cm

Category

Mid-18th Century Mexican Antique Spanish Colonial Antiquities

Materials

Wood

18th Century Spanish Colonial Archangel in carved sabino wood.

$570

Colonial Wrought Iron Cross

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Colonial Wrought Iron Cross.

Category

Early 1800s Mexican Antique Spanish Colonial Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Colonial Wrought Iron Cross

$940

Category

1790s Swedish Antique Spanish Colonial Antiquities

Materials

Birch, Pine

Swedish 18th Century Raindeer Sleigh 100% Original

$3,295

H 30 in W 67 in D 22 in

Pair of 18th Century Italian Rococo Gold Leaf Tassel Ornaments

By Interi

Located in Dublin, Dalkey

Pair of 18th century Italian hand-carved gold leaf tassel ornaments. They are two of the same shape of tassel but in two different sizes ...

Category

18th Century Italian Antique Spanish Colonial Antiquities

Materials

Metal, Gold Leaf

Pair of 18th Century Italian Rococo Gold Leaf Tassel Ornaments

$250 / set

H 8.5 in Dm 1.25 in

20th Century Sunflower Black Wrought Oversized Iron Hand Forged Andirons

Located in Essex, MA

20th century wrought iron hand forged black sunflower andirons with scrolled legs and hitching post loop in the middle these spectacular andirons measure. Tall. Lovely large size.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Spanish Colonial Antiquities

Materials

Wrought Iron

20th Century Sunflower Black Wrought Oversized Iron Hand Forged Andirons

$1,900 / set

H 46.5 in W 15 in D 9 in

Handmade French wooden bucket from the 18th century

Located in Meulebeke, BE

A rare antique wooden bucket from the 18th century. Handmade in France in hardwood with ironwork. This bucket is made of wooden staves and a bas...

Category

18th Century French Antique Spanish Colonial Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Handmade French wooden bucket from the 18th century

$2,099

H 7.49 in W 9.06 in D 9.06 in

Wrought Iron Animal Fire Screen by Atelier Marolles - France - 1950s

By Jean Touret, Atelier Marolles

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

Incredible wrought iron farm animal fire screen by Atelier Marolles, France, 1955. Unique decorative piece showcasing a grid of charming barnyard animals including oxen, roosters, pi...

Category

1950s French Vintage Spanish Colonial Antiquities

Materials

Metal, Wrought Iron

Wrought Iron Animal Fire Screen by Atelier Marolles - France - 1950s

$4,283

H 30.71 in W 37.01 in D 8.86 in

Cast Iron Horse Doorstop Signed Hunter

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Category

20th Century American Spanish Colonial Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Horse Doorstop Signed Hunter

$716 Sale Price

20% Off

H 10 in W 13 in D 3 in

Antique Wabi Sabi Wooden Bowl, Bulgaria c. late 1800s

Located in Hønefoss, 30

A wonderfil antique wabi sabi wooden bowl with beautiful patina from age and use.

Category

Late 19th Century Bulgarian Antique Spanish Colonial Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Antique Wabi Sabi Wooden Bowl, Bulgaria c. late 1800s

$971

H 3.94 in W 19.69 in D 12.6 in

18th Century Italian Large Gold Leaf Rococo Tassel Ornament

By Interi

Located in Dublin, Dalkey

18th century Italian large gold leaf tassel ornament. These tassels were once used to decorate churches for feast days like Christmas. T...

Category

18th Century Italian Antique Spanish Colonial Antiquities

Materials

Gold Leaf, Metal

18th Century Italian Large Gold Leaf Rococo Tassel Ornament

$95 / item

H 8.5 in Dm 1 in

Rare 18th Century Painted Shrine

Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR

This magnificent 18th-century Brazilian shrine, originating from Minas Gerais, is a stunning example of Colonial baroque religious craftsmanship. Crafted from wood and adorned with h...

Category

Late 18th Century Brazilian Antique Spanish Colonial Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Rare 18th Century Painted Shrine

$7,800

H 56.7 in W 22.05 in D 12.21 in

Antique Spanish Colonial Folk Art Santos Figure folk art sculpture

Located in London, GB

Antique Spanish Colonial Poly chrome Folk Art Santos figure probably Philippines The finely sculptured large hard wood figure standing on a pedestal base, painted in polychrome col...

Category

18th Century Peruvian Antique Spanish Colonial Antiquities

Materials

Gesso, Wood

Antique Spanish Colonial Folk Art Santos Figure folk art sculpture

$619

H 18.12 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in

Silver-Mounted gaucho spurs – South American Colonial Arts decorative antiques

Located in London, GB

A Fine Old Pair of Gaucho Spurs, Argentina A well-made traditional pair of Argentine Gaucho spurs, crafted in brass with silver plating and highlighted with decorative silver inlays....

Category

19th Century Peruvian Antique Spanish Colonial Antiquities

Materials

Silver, Brass

Silver-Mounted gaucho spurs – South American Colonial Arts decorative antiques

$516

H 11.03 in W 5.12 in D 1.97 in

Pre Columbian Inca Early Colonial period Wood Kero South American Antiques

Located in London, GB

Pre Columbian INCA / Early Colonial period Wood Kero A superb Inca Kero carved and painted in a mosaic style with Avian floral and animal designs Height...

Category

15th Century and Earlier Peruvian Antique Spanish Colonial Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Pre Columbian Inca Early Colonial period Wood Kero South American Antiques

$619

H 5.91 in W 5.12 in D 5.12 in

Previously Available Items

20th Century Leather Metal Haitian Trunk

Located in Madrid, ES

Haitian trunk made in leather and metal details.

Category

20th Century Central American Spanish Colonial Antiquities

Materials

Metal

20th Century Leather Metal Haitian Trunk

H 19.69 in W 34.65 in D 19.69 in

19th Century Colonial Spurs

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

We offer this rare and authentic pair of Mexican spurs, traditionally used in with a Charro gala suit in the 19th century, one of them has a very old rep...

Category

1890s Mexican Antique Spanish Colonial Antiquities

Materials

Steel

19th Century Colonial Spurs

H 4.73 in W 3.55 in D 1.58 in

19th Century Encased Folk Art Polychrome Santos Sculpture with Glass Eyes

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Mexican folk art baby Jesus Santos with nice detail including glass eyes and tin cut halo. Included large(18" tall) vintage glass bell jar with woode...

Category

Late 19th Century Mexican Antique Spanish Colonial Antiquities

19th Century Encased Folk Art Polychrome Santos Sculpture with Glass Eyes

H 18 in Dm 9 in

Spanish Colonial antiquities for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Spanish Colonial antiquities for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 19th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage antiquities created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Spanish Colonial antiquities made in a specific country, there are Europe, Mexico, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for antiquities differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $2,150 and tops out at $8,500 while the average work can sell for $5,325.