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.

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.

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.

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Kangxi Imari

Antique European Porcelain Imari Plate in Kangxi Chinese Style, 20th Century

$243

Antique European Porcelain Imari Plate in Kangxi Chinese Style, 20th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Very nice European dish copying Chinese 18th c Imari. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Decoration Type / Colour: Blue & White Region of Origin: Europe Period: 2...

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20th Century Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

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Porcelain

Large Edo Period Imari Bowl. 18th c Daikon Imari Japan Porcelain Bowl

$763

Large Edo Period Imari Bowl. 18th c Daikon Imari Japan Porcelain Bowl

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Description A very nicely decorated bowl Condition report: Perfect condition Size: 20.5x7.8CM DiameterxHeight Period 18th century

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Ceramics

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Porcelain

Large Edo Period Imari Bowl. 18th c Daikon Imari Japan Porcelain Bowl

$643

Large Edo Period Imari Bowl. 18th c Daikon Imari Japan Porcelain Bowl

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Description A very nicely decorated bowl Condition report: 1 hairline from the rim. Size: 25x6.8CM Diameter x Height Period 18th century

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Unusual Edo Period Imari Kiln Misfire Cup

$810

Unusual Edo Period Imari Kiln Misfire Cup

By Imari Porcelain

Located in Fukuoka, JP

An exceptional and rare example of an Edo period (c. 18th–19th century) Imari porcelain cup that resulted from a kiln misfire—transforming it into a unique sculptural object.

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Ceramics

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Ceramic

Large Edo Period Imari Bowl Charger. 18th c Landscape Japanese Porcelain

$609

Large Edo Period Imari Bowl Charger. 18th c Landscape Japanese Porcelain

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Description A very nicely decorated large charger in Imari palette with landscape scene. Condition report: 1 chip with hairline and crackle lines in body. Size: 34.5x6CM Diameter ...

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Chinese Porcelain Yongzheng Qianlong Gold Imari Charger, 18th C

$2,890

Antique Chinese Porcelain Yongzheng Qianlong Gold Imari Charger, 18th C

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nicely decorated Large plate/charger. Yongzheng or Qianlong. Nice Imari Gold decoration with a Floral garden scene also with Butterflies and Birds. Underglaze blue and overgl...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Pair Antique 18th C Japanese Imari Gold Bowl Japan Figure Edo Period

$1,777

Pair Antique 18th C Japanese Imari Gold Bowl Japan Figure Edo Period

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lobed and ribbed bowl with phoenix, flowering plants and floral scrolls. The ribbed wall and lobed edge, painted in overglaze enamels red, green and gold, black and grey/turqoise. Th...

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

#8 Antique Chinese Porcelain 18th C Qing Period Imari Kangxi Set Dinner Plates

$4,812

#8 Antique Chinese Porcelain 18th C Qing Period Imari Kangxi Set Dinner Plates

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nicely decorated SET of 8 dishes in Imari palette with a lovely and high quality landscape scene Condition 1 dish with chip and hairline, rest of dishes with some frits/sm...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

#8 Antique Chinese Porcelain 18th C Qing Period Imari Kangxi Set Dinner Plates

$2,593

#8 Antique Chinese Porcelain 18th C Qing Period Imari Kangxi Set Dinner Plates

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nicely decorated SET of 8 dishes in Imari palette with a lovely and high quality landscape scene. Condition 1 dish with a line, 1 dish with some chips, rest of dishes with...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

#8 Antique Chinese Porcelain 18th C Qing Period Imari Kangxi Set Dinner Plates

$8,936

#8 Antique Chinese Porcelain 18th C Qing Period Imari Kangxi Set Dinner Plates

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nicely decorated set of 8 dishes in Imari palette with a lovely and high quality landscape scene Condition 1 dish with chip and hairline, rest of dishes with some frits/sm...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

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Porcelain

Pair Japanese Porcelain Flower Tea Cup Bowl & Saucer Saucer Imari Quails, 18th C

$291 / set

Pair Japanese Porcelain Flower Tea Cup Bowl & Saucer Saucer Imari Quails, 18th C

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely set from the edo period. With garden scene of quails. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Type: Bowls, Tea/Coffee Drinking: Bowls, Cups & Teapots Japanese S...

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Japanese/Chinese Porcelain Tea Bowl Floral Imari Ducks, 17th/18th C.

$214

Antique Japanese/Chinese Porcelain Tea Bowl Floral Imari Ducks, 17th/18th C.

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Porcelain decorated in underglaze cobalt blue and overglaze red. Its a marriage, combination between 2 sets. Edo/Kangxi 17/18C Tea Bowl and dish. Additional information: Material:...

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Decorative Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

An 18th C. Kangxi Chinese Imari Ginger Jar with Phoenix and Qilin Decoration

$24,800

An 18th C. Kangxi Chinese Imari Ginger Jar with Phoenix and Qilin Decoration

Located in New York, NY

A Chinese Imari porcelain covered ginger jar from the Kangxi period (1662–1722). The Kangxi reign is widely regarded as a golden era for porcelain, marked by innovation in color pale...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Large Bowl Kangxi Antique Chinese Porcelain Imari Verte, 18 C

$3,232

Large Bowl Kangxi Antique Chinese Porcelain Imari Verte, 18 C

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely and high Quality Kangxi Imari Verte Bowl. Top quality Large antique Chinese Imari Verte porcelain bowl. It dates to the Kangxi period. It has a scalloped rim and is beautiful...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

Antique 18th c Kangxi Imari Barber Surgeon Basin Ca 1710 Japan Porcelain Chinese

$430

Antique 18th c Kangxi Imari Barber Surgeon Basin Ca 1710 Japan Porcelain Chinese

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Size: 25.8x6.5cm diameterxheight similar pieces can be found here; metmuseum org/art/collection/search/49325 orientalceramics com/product/nanking-cargo-c-1750-japanese-imari-porcela...

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Edo Period Imari Porcelain Bowl Japan Lotus Flowers, C 1680-1700

$891

Japanese Edo Period Imari Porcelain Bowl Japan Lotus Flowers, C 1680-1700

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Nice Edo period bowl with lotus flowers and old cramm restorarion. very cool! Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Category: Imari Region of Origin: Japan Period: 1...

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Decorative Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

Set 6 of Top Level Antique 17th C Kangxi Chinese Porcelain Imari dinner plates

$1,932

Set 6 of Top Level Antique 17th C Kangxi Chinese Porcelain Imari dinner plates

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Interesting pieces with in Famille Rose Imari style. Fantastic scene of a water village landscape with flowers, fishermen, houses and trees. Condition dish 1 perfect, dish 2 and 3 ...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Decorative Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

Rare 'Imari Pavilion' Blue And White Tea Set C 1725, Qing Dynasty, Yongzheng Era

$3,300 / set

Rare 'Imari Pavilion' Blue And White Tea Set C 1725, Qing Dynasty, Yongzheng Era

Located in seoul, KR

The "Imari Pavilion pattern" refers to a decoration pattern found on porcelains made during Early Qing Dynasty, influenced by Japanese Imari ware, which was produced in the Arita reg...

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Antique 18th Century Vietnamese Qing Antiquities

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Japanese Porcelain 19th c Meiji Arita Figural Polychrome Imari dish

$1,647

Antique Japanese Porcelain 19th c Meiji Arita Figural Polychrome Imari dish

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Sharing with you this unusual and magnificent plate from the Meiji period (19th century). It has a very interesting and lovely imari scene Unmarked at the base. Condition 1 edge wi...

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Meiji Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Kangxi Period c.1700 Imari Porcelain Triple Gourd Vase Table Lamp

$11,668

Chinese Kangxi Period c.1700 Imari Porcelain Triple Gourd Vase Table Lamp

Located in London, GB

An exceptional early 18th century Chinese porcelain triple gourd shaped vase, decorated in the Imari palette of predominantly blues and iron reds with gilded highlights on a white ba...

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Antique Early 18th Century Chinese Table Lamps

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Porcelain

Antique Worcester Porcelain Bowl Imari Style Dr Wall First Period England C-1755

$1,160

Antique Worcester Porcelain Bowl Imari Style Dr Wall First Period England C-1755

By 1st Period Worcester Dr. Wall, Royal Worcester

Located in Katonah, NY

This mid-18th century First Period Worcester Porcelain bowl was made in England circa 1755.

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Antique Mid-18th Century English Japonisme Decorative Bowls

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Porcelain

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17/18th Century Japanese Imari Vase with 19th Century Gilt Bronze Mounts

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H 36.5 in Dm 18 in

17/18th Century Japanese Imari Vase with 19th Century Gilt Bronze Mounts

Located in Woodbury, CT

A baluster shaped 17/18th c. Imari vase of large size with gilt bronze top and base.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Louis XV Porcelain

Materials

Bronze

Antique Chinese Porcelain Kangxi Period Imari Flower Gold Fish Plate, 18th C.

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H 0.99 in Dm 9.06 in

Antique Chinese Porcelain Kangxi Period Imari Flower Gold Fish Plate, 18th C.

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A wonderfull and high quality pair of two painted imari dishes with unusual and richly decorated scene of goldfish and various flowers. Additional information: Material: Porcelain &...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

#8 Antique Chinese Porcelain 18th C Qing Period Imari Kangxi Set Dinner Plates

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H 1.03 in Dm 8.86 in

#8 Antique Chinese Porcelain 18th C Qing Period Imari Kangxi Set Dinner Plates

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nicely decorated set of 8 dishes in Imari palette with a lovely and high quality landscape scene. Condition 1 dish with a line, 1 dish with some chips, rest of dishes wi...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Pair 18th C. Chinese Imari Porcelain & French Ormolu Mounted Covered Cachepots

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H 11 in W 13 in D 11 in

Pair 18th C. Chinese Imari Porcelain & French Ormolu Mounted Covered Cachepots

Located in New York, NY

A Magnificent and Rare Pair of 18th Century Chinese Imari Porcelain and Louis XVI Period French Ormolu Mounted Covered Cachepots. Chinese imari porcelain made in the 18th century is ...

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Antique 1780s French Louis XVI Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Imari Porcelain Charger with Bamboo Design, c. 1730

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Dm 12.5 in

Chinese Imari Porcelain Charger with Bamboo Design, c. 1730

Located in Atlanta, GA

A fine Chinese porcelain charge in the Imari palate, with underglaze & enameled decoration featuring a central design of Bamboo & concentric borders of stylized patterns & vignettes ...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Platters and Serveware

Antique 18th c Kangxi Imari Barber Surgeon Basin Ca 1710 China Porcelain Chinese

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H 2.49 in Dm 10.52 in

Antique 18th c Kangxi Imari Barber Surgeon Basin Ca 1710 China Porcelain Chinese

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Important Nobility Barber Surgeon Basin for Bleeding & shaving much more Chinese export porcelain, Imari, Kangxi period (ca 1710), with a very rich flower decoration. A barber in the...

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Antique 17th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Qing, KANGXI Period, Chinese porcelain TEAPOT, Imari Export, Hand Painted, C 1710

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H 4.25 in W 6.63 in D 3.82 in

Qing, KANGXI Period, Chinese porcelain TEAPOT, Imari Export, Hand Painted, C 1710

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a very good early Chinese Teapot and matching cover from the Qing Dynasty, Kangxi emperor ( 1662 to 1722). The teapot has a globular form on a short foot-rim, with a curve...

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Antique Early 18th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

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Porcelain

Japanese Porcelain Dish Imari-Arita finely Hand Painted, Edo Period 18th C

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H 1.38 in Dm 8.7 in

Japanese Porcelain Dish Imari-Arita finely Hand Painted, Edo Period 18th C

By Arita

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a beautiful example of a Japanese, Arita- Imari porcelain Dish or Plate with finely hand painted decoration, dating to the Edo period circa 1770 or possibly earlier. This di...

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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Ceramics

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Porcelain

Pair Tea Bowls & Saucers Pearled Creamware Hand-Painted in Imari Colors 18th C

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H 2 in Dm 4.25 in

Pair Tea Bowls & Saucers Pearled Creamware Hand-Painted in Imari Colors 18th C

Located in Katonah, NY

This is a lovely pair of hand-painted 18th century pearled creamware tea bowls and saucers. Made in England circa 1785, the cups and saucers are painted in a chinoiserie pattern with...

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Antique Late 18th Century English Chinoiserie Tea Sets

Materials

Pearlware

Antique Kangxi Chinese Batavian Brown Porcelain Bowl Imari Squirrel, 18th C

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H 3.94 in Dm 8.94 in

Antique Kangxi Chinese Batavian Brown Porcelain Bowl Imari Squirrel, 18th C

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Amazing and large bowl with batavian ground on the outside with compartments. In the trees you can also see squirrels. Inside has a nice imari floral scene. Some photos are a bit sl...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Decorative Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese, "Kangxi" Period PLATE, Porcelain, Imari Pattern, gilded, c.1710

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H 0.88 in Dm 9 in

Chinese, "Kangxi" Period PLATE, Porcelain, Imari Pattern, gilded, c.1710

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

A good Chinese porcelain plate from the early 18th century, Qing Dynasty, probably Kangxi period, circa 1710. The decoration is done in the " Imari" style with varying shades of o...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Early 18th C. Chinese (Imari Pattern) Pottery Dish

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H 2.5 in Dm 13.5 in

Early 18th C. Chinese (Imari Pattern) Pottery Dish

Located in London, west Sussex

This stunning early 18th c. large Chinese (Imari pattern) pottery dish is painted in blue, red and gilt with an ornate decorative border around the rim.

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Antique Early 18th Century Japanese Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

A Wonderful 18th C. Italian Chinoiserie Faience Vase Painted in Imari Pattern

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H 17.5 in W 9 in D 9 in

A Wonderful 18th C. Italian Chinoiserie Faience Vase Painted in Imari Pattern

Located in London, GB

Potted, fired and cold painted in Imari decoration and palette. This vase dates from the late 18th.

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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Chinoiserie Delft and Faience

Materials

Terracotta

Pair Chinese Porcelain Rosewater Sprinklers, C. 1700. Kangxi Period

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H 7.49 in W 3.35 in D 3.35 in

Pair Chinese Porcelain Rosewater Sprinklers, C. 1700. Kangxi Period

By Imari Porcelain

Located in Gargrave, North Yorkshire

Pair of Chinese porcelain rose water sprinklers, c. 1700, Kangxi Period. Made for the Islamic market, and painted in iron red and gilt, with continuous bands of flowering plants. Bot...

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Antique Early 18th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Pair Chinese Imari porcelain and ormolu vases, c. 1700. Kangxi Period.

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Pair Chinese Imari porcelain and ormolu vases, c. 1700. Kangxi Period.

Located in Gargrave, North Yorkshire

A fine pair of Chinese porcelain vases, c. 1700, Kangxi Period, ormolu mounted. The trumpet shaped vases, hand painted in Imari style, with exotic birds amongst flowering plants, abo...

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Antique Early 18th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Export Set of 6 Tea Bowls, Imari Lake Landscape, Qianlong 18th C

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H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in

Chinese Export Set of 6 Tea Bowls, Imari Lake Landscape, Qianlong 18th C

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful set of six tea bowls and saucers made in China for export to the West in the Qianlong period in the 18th Century. The set was decorated in the Imari style. The...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Lovely Antique Chinese Yongzheng / Kangxi Period Imari Dinner Plate Qing

$595

H 0.04 in Dm 10.56 in

Lovely Antique Chinese Yongzheng / Kangxi Period Imari Dinner Plate Qing

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nicely decorated Qianlong dinner plate. Dating to circa 1710 5-6-18-AR-557 Condition Overall condition with rimfritting and a restored reglued chip size 268mm P...

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Antique Early 18th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Large Japanese Imari Vase

$1,950

H 30 in Dm 15 in

Large Japanese Imari Vase

By Imari Porcelain

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A large Japanese Imari vase Of baluster form with a long narrow neck enameled in underglaze blue and iron red with catfish and flowers; signed. Measures: Height 30 in. (76.2 cm.) ...

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20th Century Antiquities

Materials

Ceramic

Jun Ware Porcelain Yu Tang Chun Vase, Antique Chinese Ceramics

$960Sale Price|20% Off

H 10 in W 5.5 in D 5.5 in

Jun Ware Porcelain Yu Tang Chun Vase, Antique Chinese Ceramics

Located in Somis, CA

A splendid Jun ware porcelain Yu Tang Chun vase. Jun ware, is one of the most important kilns in China. Originated in Tang dynasty, Jun kiln produces the most splendid, free style co...

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20th Century Chinese Tang Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Japanese Scalloped Imari Porcelain Bowl

$695

H 2.5 in Dm 9.75 in

Antique Japanese Scalloped Imari Porcelain Bowl

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique porcelain bowl. In the Imari style. Decorated with a floral river scene in blues, reds, and greens with gilt accents. With a scalloped rim. Marked to the base with...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antiquities

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Meji Period Imari Japanese Porcelain Plate Arita, Japan, 19th Century

$324

H 1.97 in Dm 10.63 in

Antique Meji Period Imari Japanese Porcelain Plate Arita, Japan, 19th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Sharing this lovely Japanese Imari deep dish from the Meiji period. With very nice floral design. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: Japan Perio...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Antique 19th c Edo / Meiji Dynasty Japanese Porcelain Plate Dishe Imari

$261

H 1.3 in Dm 8.67 in

Antique 19th c Edo / Meiji Dynasty Japanese Porcelain Plate Dishe Imari

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Description Sharing with you this very nicely decorated dish of beautiful shape. Condition 1 hairline from the rim. Size: 22x3.3CM DiameterxHeight Period 19th century

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

50CM Antique Arita Edo Period 19C Japanese Porcelain Kenjo Imari Plate. Rare des

$1,622

H 2.37 in Dm 19.69 in

50CM Antique Arita Edo Period 19C Japanese Porcelain Kenjo Imari Plate. Rare des

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Description A large Japanese Imari porcelain charger, centrally depicting stylised flowers surrounded by six panels with dragons alternated by phoenixes, the flat everted rim with fo...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Antique 18th Century Chinese Porcelain Plate with Regency Style Overdecorating

$810

H 1.07 in Dm 9.14 in

Antique 18th Century Chinese Porcelain Plate with Regency Style Overdecorating

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nicely made piece of 18th century porcelain decorated with a beautiful scene. Underglaze blue and overglaze other enamels done later in Europe. We have also added a picture of...

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Antique 18th Century Chinese Regency Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Japanese Late Edo Imari Dragon Porcelain Bowl

$1,997

H 7.09 in Dm 7.88 in

Antique Japanese Late Edo Imari Dragon Porcelain Bowl

Located in Nottingham, GB

A beautiful early 19th-century Japanese Arita Imari porcelain bowl of exceptional decorative quality, presented with its antique hardwood display stand. The outstanding feature of t...

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Antique Early 19th Century Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Antique a Large 19th Century Imari Bowl, Ric 054

$1,245

H 3.25 in Dm 11 in

Japanese Antique a Large 19th Century Imari Bowl, Ric 054

Located in Norton, MA

Japanese antique a large 19th century Imari bowl with landscape, flowers, tree and garden sense design.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Decorative Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

Mid-20th Century Chinese Imari Baluster Vase

$265

H 9.5 in W 5.25 in D 5.25 in

Mid-20th Century Chinese Imari Baluster Vase

By Imari Porcelain

Located in Pearland, TX

A gorgeous vintage Chinese Imari porcelain vase with a floral design in the traditional Imari colors. Maker's mark on the base. It's a lovely shape with vibrant colors and displays b...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Vases

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Japanese Edo Arita Imari Large Shaped Porcelain Bowl

$2,464

H 7.09 in Dm 10.73 in

Antique Japanese Edo Arita Imari Large Shaped Porcelain Bowl

Located in Nottingham, GB

A striking Japanese Arita Imari porcelain bowl dating to the Edo period, distinguished by its large proportions and elegant shaped rim. The bowl displays the rich decorative charact...

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Antique Late 19th Century Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Japanese Imari Bowl

$638

H 3.75 in W 8.08 in D 8.08 in

Antique Japanese Imari Bowl

Located in Ipswich, GB

Early 20th Century antique Japanese Imari bowl having wonderful hand painted red, blue, orange, white and gold colours with floral, leaves and tree decoration. Lovely colours, condit...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Meji Period Imari Japanese Porcelain Bowl Arita, 19th C

$215

Antique Meji Period Imari Japanese Porcelain Bowl Arita, 19th C

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Sharing with you this lovely Japanese Imari bowl from the Meiji period. The intricate floral designs on the exterior, including the graceful chrysanthemums, symbolize longevity, resi...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Serving Bowls

Materials

Porcelain

Late 19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Imari Plate

$135

H 0.94 in Dm 8.38 in

Late 19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Imari Plate

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Late 19th century Meiji period Japanese Imari Plate. Extravagantly decorated with butterflies, floral and geometric motifs surrounding elegant Phoenix birds in flight. Blue underglaz...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese 19th Century Scalloped Imari Porcelain Dish or Charger

$309

H 1.97 in Dm 11.82 in

Japanese 19th Century Scalloped Imari Porcelain Dish or Charger

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Japanese Dish or Charger, made in Japan at the beginning of the 19th century. With beautiful colors in red blue and white. The Item is in good condition.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Chinese Export Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

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$2,749

H 10.75 in W 5.25 in D 4.4 in

Striking Art Nouveau Ceramic and Bronze-Mounted Vase in Victor Horta Style

By Victor Horta

Located in Lisse, NL

Top condition and pure elegance Art Nouveau vase. For the collectors of museum quality and condition Art Nouveau ceramics. This stunning Art Nouveau vase is decorated with the mos...

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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Bronze

Regency Armchairs in Velvet by Thomas Hope, Burl Wood, X-Back Design

$2,995 / set

H 33 in W 22.5 in D 22 in

Regency Armchairs in Velvet by Thomas Hope, Burl Wood, X-Back Design

By Thomas Hope

Located in Southampton, NJ

A pair of English Regency-style armchairs with x-shaped backs, burl splats, multiple reeded & tapered carved turnings throughout, well supported with faux bamboo X stretchers. Ne...

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Early 20th Century American Regency Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Faux Bamboo, Wood

Chinese Porcelain Tea Bowl Hand Painted Famille Rose, Qing Qianlong circa 1760

$241Sale Price|20% Off

H 1.57 in Dm 3 in

Chinese Porcelain Tea Bowl Hand Painted Famille Rose, Qing Qianlong circa 1760

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a finely hand painted Chinese porcelain tea bowl from the 18th century, Qing dynasty, Qianlong period, 1736-1795. The bowl is well decorated, continuously around the body ...

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Antique Mid-18th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

A Very Rare Early 19th Century Harp by Sebastian Erard, London

$9,108

H 67.25 in W 32.5 in D 17.5 in

A Very Rare Early 19th Century Harp by Sebastian Erard, London

Located in Dublin, IE

A very rare early 19th Century giltwood and brass harp by Sebastian Erard, London. This stunning piece is of exceptional quality, finely hand carved and intricately decorated with G...

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Antique Early 19th Century English Musical Instruments

Materials

Brass

Conlinoceras Tarrantense Ammonite Fossil, 90-100M Years Old, USA

$875

H 3.5 in W 4.5 in D 1.5 in

Conlinoceras Tarrantense Ammonite Fossil, 90-100M Years Old, USA

Located in Warrenton, OR

Conlinoceras Tarrantense Ammonite Fossil, 90-100M Years Old, USA. ***NOTE: Our 1stDibs store is closing end May and items will not be available thereafter.*** The Conlinoceras Tarran...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Prehistoric Natural Specimens

Materials

Shell, Organic Material

18th Century Continental Carved Dummy Board with Religious Angel Figure

$6,857

H 72.84 in W 39.38 in D 1.97 in

18th Century Continental Carved Dummy Board with Religious Angel Figure

Located in Nottingham, GB

A rare late 18th-century life-size religious dummy board, hand-painted in oils on a carved pinewood panel and depicting a sorrowful angel holding the Crown of Thorns. Probably of Alp...

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Antique 18th Century Religious Items

Materials

Wood

Pair of Dorothy Draper España X Stools / Benches in Leopard Velvet, circa 1955

$6,800 / set

H 18.5 in W 24.5 in D 20 in

Pair of Dorothy Draper España X Stools / Benches in Leopard Velvet, circa 1955

By Dorothy Draper, Heritage Furniture

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Timelessly sexy and upper crust pair of Dorothy Draper Hollywood Regency benches or ottomans newly professionally upholstered in elegant leopard velvet. Stately X shape and lines. Ne...

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Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Lacquer, Velvet

19th C. English Art Nouveau Brass Carrara Marble Top Table

$8,800

H 29.5 in W 51.25 in D 31.5 in

19th C. English Art Nouveau Brass Carrara Marble Top Table

By Harris & Sheldon

Located in Rio Vista, CA

A distinctive repurposed English Art Nouveau period brass and marble top center or library table made by Harris and Sheldon Ltd, Birmingham, England. The patinated brass base was rep...

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Antique 19th Century English Art Nouveau Center Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble, Brass

Antique Chinese blue and white porcelain trinket/Rouge box

$350

H 0.8 in W 1.88 in D 1.26 in

Antique Chinese blue and white porcelain trinket/Rouge box

Located in Pomona, CA

The item in the image is an antique Chinese blue and white porcelain Rouge/trinket box with a fish design. These small boxes are often referred to as rouge pots, pill boxes, or patch...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Swatow Blue and White Ceramic Dish, Late Ming Dynasty

$1,990

H 10.63 in Dm 2.17 in

Swatow Blue and White Ceramic Dish, Late Ming Dynasty

Located in seoul, KR

Famous late ming dynasty chinese blue and white porcelain plate, double phoenix, from the shipwrecked binh thuan Period: Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) Region: Jingdezhen, China Type: Blu...

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Antique 16th Century Vietnamese Ming Antiquities

Materials

Ceramic

18th Century Wedgwood Queensware Bee Skep Form Honey Pot

$515

H 5.5 in W 4.75 in D 5.75 in

18th Century Wedgwood Queensware Bee Skep Form Honey Pot

Located in South Paris, ME

Queensware Wedgwood honey pot in a classic bee skep form, which has been repeatedly produced over the centuries by the company. This is a very early 18th century version. In amazing ...

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Antique Late 18th Century British Georgian Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Italian Crab-Form Grotto Chairs, Attributed to Pauly et Cie, Venice

$40,543 / set

H 42.52 in W 32.68 in D 14.57 in

Pair of Italian Crab-Form Grotto Chairs, Attributed to Pauly et Cie, Venice

By Pauly et Cie

Located in London, GB

These wacky 'Grotto' chairs were manufactured in Venice in response to the 19th century interior design craze for Grotto furniture. The trend originated with the European nobility of...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

1921 René Lalique Ceiling Fixture Light Chandelier Deux Sirenes Mermaids Glass

$22,341

H 27.56 in Dm 15.36 in L 27.56 in

1921 René Lalique Ceiling Fixture Light Chandelier Deux Sirenes Mermaids Glass

By René Lalique

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Ceiling fixture light chandelier "Deux Sirenes" (Mermaids) made in glass created by René Lalique in 1921. Molded signature. New rops. New wiring. Original ceiling cap. Perfect con...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

1940s Guillotine Cigar Cutter in Wood and Brass

$939

H 11.03 in W 7.09 in D 2.37 in

1940s Guillotine Cigar Cutter in Wood and Brass

Located in Madrid, ES

Unusual and highly decorative cigar cutter designed in the form of a traditional guillotine, dating from the 1940s. Crafted from a combination of wood and brass, this charming object...

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Vintage 1940s Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Fruitwood

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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of 18th c imari on 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, porcelain and metal. There are many kinds of the piece of 18th c imari you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. An item from our selection of 18th c imari is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Georgian, Baroque and Louis XV styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one choice in our collection of 18th c imari that is appealing in its simplicity, but Imari Porcelain, De Grieksche A and Arita produced versions that are worth a look.

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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.
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.
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.