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Rococo Blanket Chests

ROCOCO STYLE

Rococo was an aesthetic movement in the fine and decorative arts in the 18th century that found its inspiration in nature and fostered an overall lightness and delicacy of form, construction and ornament in interior design. Rococo furniture, while greatly influenced by trends in Italy and Germany, is often called Louis XV style — the movement having reached its best expression during that sybaritic French king’s reign.

The term “rococo” is thought to be a portmanteau of the French words rocaille and coquilles — “rock” and “shells” — organic motifs frequently used in architecture and design of the style.

When it comes to authentic Rococo furniture's characteristics, it is above all sensuous and social. The furniture of earlier eras in Europe had been heavy in every sense; the Rococo period saw the appearance of light-framed upholstered armchairs, side chairs and occasional tables that could easily be moved to form conversational circles.

The signal detail of Rococo furniture design is the gently curved cabriole, or S-shaped chair-, table-, and cabinet-leg. It imitates the bend of a tree limb or a flower stem. In a further reference to nature, furnishings were often asymmetrical and painted white, or in soft, pastel shades. Rococo has become a timeless style, and as the furniture pieces presented on 1stDibs demonstrate, its playful, sculptural forms can provide visual excitement to contemporary, clean-lined spaces.

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Style: Rococo
18th Century Blanket Box or Wedding Dowry Chest
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Believed to have originated from Southern Italy.  Free shipping within the United States and Canada.
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1760s European Antique Rococo Blanket Chests

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Wood

18th Century Blanket Box or Wedding Dowry Chest
18th Century Blanket Box or Wedding Dowry Chest

18th Century Blanket Box or Wedding Dowry Chest

$11,995 Sale Price
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H 28 in W 47.25 in D 20.25 in
18th Century Italian Baroque Cassone or Chest
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Late 17th-Early 18th Century Carved Blanket Chest
Located in High Point, NC
Circa 1690-1710 oak blanket chest from England with wonderful color and carving. The top has a beveled edge and is banded with hand carved lunette designs, over a wonderfully hand ca...
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Late 17th Century English Antique Rococo Blanket Chests

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Late 17th-Early 18th Century Carved Blanket Chest

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H 25.63 in W 41.88 in D 19 in
18th Century American Pine Decorated Blanket Chest
Located in Nantucket, MA
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H 28.5 in W 25.75 in D 46.5 in
Antique 18th century English blacked oak country style trunk or blanket chest
Located in Casteren, NL
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Late 18th Century British Antique Rococo Blanket Chests

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19th Century Swedish Marriage/Dowry Chest
Located in Staffordshire, GB
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Early 18th Century Italian Antique Blanket Chest in Solid Walnut
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
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18th Century Pennsylvania Painted Two Drawer Dowry or Blanket Chest
Located in Milford, NH
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18th Century Pennsylvania Painted Two Drawer Dowry or Blanket Chest
18th Century Pennsylvania Painted Two Drawer Dowry or Blanket Chest

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H 27.75 in W 53 in D 23.13 in
Early 18th Century Antique Carved Oak Marriage or Dowry Chest, Dated 1735
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Early 18th Century Antique Carved Oak Marriage or Dowry Chest, Dated 1735
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18th Century French Renaissance Style Carved Walnut Blanket Chest
Located in Astoria, NY
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H 25 in W 60.5 in D 21.25 in
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1780s Southern European Black Patinated Wooden Trunk
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Rococo Blanket Chests

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1780s Southern European Black Patinated Wooden Trunk
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1780s Southern European Black Patinated Wooden Trunk

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19th Century Italian Hand Painted Chest with Cherubs

19th Century Italian Hand Painted Chest with Cherubs

H 26 in W 73.5 in D 20.5 in
Italian Rococo Style Walnut Bombé Cabinet
Located in Cypress, CA
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Rococo blanket chests for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Rococo blanket chests for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 18th Century and Earlier, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage blanket chests created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fir and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rococo blanket chests made in a specific country, there are Europe, England, and Spain 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 blanket chests differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $2,781 and tops out at $11,995 while the average work can sell for $5,760.

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