The decadence of the Baroque style, in which ornate furnishings were layered against paneled walls, painted ceilings, stately chandeliers and, above all, gilding, expressed the power of the church and monarchy through design that celebrated excess. And its influence was omnipresent — antique Baroque furniture was created in the first design style that truly had a global impact.
Theatrical and lavish, Baroque was prevalent across Europe from the 17th to mid-18th century and spread around the world through colonialism, including in Asia, Africa and the Americas. While Baroque originated in Italy and achieved some of its most fantastic forms in the late-period Roman Baroque, it was adapted to meet the tastes and materials in each region. French Baroque furniture informed Louis XIV style and added drama to Versailles. In Spain, the Baroque movement influenced the elaborate Churrigueresque style in which architecture was dripping with ornamental details. In South German Baroque, furniture was made with bold geometric patterns.
Compared to Renaissance furniture, which was more subdued in its proportions, Baroque furniture was extravagant in all aspects, from its shape to its materials.
Allegorical and mythical figures were often sculpted in the wood, along with motifs like scrolling floral forms and acanthus leaves that gave the impression of tangles of dense foliage. Novel techniques and materials such as marquetry, gesso and lacquer — which were used with exotic woods and were employed by cabinetmakers such as André-Charles Boulle, Gerrit Jensen and James Moore — reflected the growth of international trade. Baroque furniture characteristics include a range of decorative elements — a single furnishing could feature everything from carved gilded wood to gilt bronze, lending chairs, mirrors, console tables and other pieces a sense of motion.
Find a collection of authentic antique Baroque tables, lighting, decorative objects and other furniture on 1stDibs.
Elegant Gilded Wall Hooks in Baroque Style - Set of 2 with Floral Details
By Mice di rugiano domenico e c. s.n.c.
Located in Cantù, IT
Gorgeous set of gold hooks. Featuring an intricate floral pattern and an elegant curved design, these hooks are perfect for hanging coats, hats or accessories, enriching the aestheti...
Brass
18th Century Venetian Baroque Coat Hangers in Carved Walnut Decorated Gold Leaf
Located in Vigonza, Padua
18th century Venetian Baroque coat hangers in hand-carved walnut decorated gold leaf Fortuny silk fabric of the early 900 Measures: cm H 165, W...
Brass
Beautiful vintage brass key rack, Italy, 1960s
By Mice di rugiano domenico e c. s.n.c.
Located in Cantù, IT
A stunning wall-mounted key rack made of gold-plated brass, richly decorated with floral motifs and Art Nouveau scrollwork. The detailed workmanship recalls the elegance of the early...
Brass
Gilt bronze coat hanger vintage italy 1950s
By Mice di rugiano domenico e c. s.n.c.
Located in Cantù, IT
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Bronze
$4,050Sale Price|20% Off
17th Century Rosewood and Ebony Coat Rack Attributed to Herman Doomer Amsterdam
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare Baroque period wall coat rack. Design attributed to Herman Doomer Amsterdam. Striking Dutch design from the 17th century. S...
Ebony, Oak, Rosewood
20th Century French Bronze Wall-Mounted Coat Rack
Located in Miami, FL
20th century French bronze wall-mounted coat rack four hangers.
Bronze
Golden Baroque Floor Hanger "Regal Elegance"
By Mice di rugiano domenico e c. s.n.c.
Located in Cantù, IT
Gorgeous baroque style floor coat rack. Made with careful craftsmanship, it features a sturdy metal frame finely machined and finished in a brilliant golden color. The ornamental det...
Wrought Iron
19th Century French Bronze Wall Mounted Coat Rack with Mirror
Located in Miami, FL
19th French bronze wall-mounted coat rack with mirror and six hangers.
Bronze
French Baroque Coat Hanger, Brass and Velvet, Regal Design, 1880
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
French Baroque style brass and velvet coat hanger A very grand piece decorated in the Baroque Style with 2 large cloak hooks each has a smaller hook below The Hooks are set on a velvet covered panel surmounted with a decorative Regal brass border The Cloak hanger...
Brass
$571Sale Price / set|31% Off
Set of 4 Antique French Bronze Curtain Tiebacks, Circa 1860
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Rare set of 4 French tiebacks for curtains: a touch of elegance to the curtains of your home. It's a special price because one of them is without an a...
Bronze
Italian Designer, Coat Hanger, Teak, Metal, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A teak and metal coat hanger designed and produced by an Italian designer, Italy, 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 9.37"H x 32.43"W x 4.56"D&nb...
Metal
$1,900 / set
H 4.25 in W 3.37 in D 1.5 in
Italian Designer, Set of Three Coat Hangers, Ceramic, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A set of three ceramic coat hangers, designed and produced by an Italian designer, Italy, 1950s. Glaze features brown-grey-green colors. Overall ...
Ceramic
19th Century English Oak Coat and Hat Rack
Located in High Point, NC
19th century oak coat and hat rack from England. The piece attaches to the wall, and is handsomely turned and shaped for added design detail to any small space. The back is shaped ...
Oak
$1,650
H 79 in W 31.5 in D 9.25 in
19th Century French Bamboo Coat Rack, Japonisme Design, Hand-Crafted
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century French bamboo hall tree, or coat rack, of Japonisme design, with a circular beveled mirror and decorative elements attached to a...
Mirror, Bamboo
Late 19th Century French Vanity Bronze Mirror
Located in Plainview, NY
An exquisite late 19th century French Louis XV vanity mirror. The bronze carved mirror features impressive details with two cherubs. The mirror ...
Bronze
Set of Hooks 'Me' in Black Lava Stone
By Buzao, Bentu Design
Located in Paris, IDF
Set of hooks 'Me' by Buzao x Bentu design. Black lava stone Set of 3 hooks Dimensions of 1 hook: 5 x 3 cm.
Lava
19th Century French Wooden Coat Hanger Stockman, Paris
Located in Sofia, BG
Unusual late 19th century wooden coat hanger from Stockman Paris with original stamp. France, circa 1890.
Wood
$810Sale Price|31% Off
H 23.63 in W 23.23 in D 5.91 in
Early 20th Century Baroque Style, Century Style Giltwood Carved Mirror
Located in Vienna, AT
Made in early 20th in Baroque style giltwood carved mirror, the shaped frame carved with floral motifs, leaves, flowers. Water gilding of polished and matte quality, with some bleedi...
Mirror, Hardwood
Italian Designer, Coat Hanger, Metal, Brass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass coat hanger designed and produced by an Italian designer, Italy, 1950s. Dimensions of back plate (inches) : (1.78 x 15.56 x .18).
Metal, Brass
20th Century Italian Coat Rack
By Ico Parisi
Located in Denton, TX
Italian design hall tree with a glass shelf for your hat over mahogany stained hardwood compass legs and faux black crocodile leather with brass hooks for hanging coats.
Brass
$988 / item
H 70.87 in W 24.41 in D 1.97 in
Hanger - Contemporary Coat Hanger in Natural Oak – Handmade by Unism
By Unism.Store
Located in Warszawa, PL
With its sculptural, branching form, the Smooth Coat Hanger offers a refined blend of function and simplicity. Crafted from solid wood, it stands freely with visual lightness and sta...
Oak
Italian Designer, Pair of Coat Hangers, Brass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass coat hangers, designed and produced by an Italian designer, Italy, 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 10.12"H x 6.12"W x 2.25"D Does not include mounting hardware....
Brass
Sold
H 30.32 in W 28.75 in D 11.42 in
Italian Wrought Iron Towel Rack Rail with Curved Leaf Decor Legs
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful vintage Italian metal towel rack or quilt stand with curved sides finished with leaf decoration. This towel rack or quilt stand is one of those handy pieces of furniture th...
Metal
Sold
H 10.25 in W 5.25 in D 2.75 in
Antique Ornate Italian Figural Architectural Cast Brass Wall Hook Decor Set of 3
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Antique Ornate Italian Figural Architectural Cast Brass Wall Hook Decor Set of 3. French Regency Style Gilt Bronze Hook Female Face Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze. These large-scale gilt bronze hooks from the early 20th century features a Regency style female figure. Three beautiful solid bronze wall hooks. Architectural Italian solid brass coat or hat wall hooks decor. Antique European massive cast bronze wall coat hook for coats, hats, clothes, decor. It has curvy shape holder, and a single bottom hook. Neoclassical Louis XVI, Victorian, Baroque style. Made in Italy circa 1920's. A stunning statement and a rare find. These figural cast bronze hooks pair will make an eye catching statement in a living, entry, or bathroom space. Its large-scale makes it ideal as a towel hook in your bathroom, as a coat hanger in the hallway, to hang a hat or just as a beautiful NeoClassical Italian decor. The object is heavy and sturdy, nice antique patina, these beautiful items are of very high quality. Dimensions: 10.25" Height, Largest part 5.25" W. x 2.5" D. Antique Brass Hooks Baroque Wall Hook...
Brass, Bronze
Antique French Baroque Cast Brass Floral Wall Hook Decor
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Architectural French Cast Brass Floral Wall Hook Decor. Mid-20th century Baroque Louis XIV style wall cast brass double hook wall plate featuring an intricate floral pattern with roses and leaves, in relief. The hook is fastened to a shaped rounded back plate and has two fixing holes, to enable it to be fixed to the wall or door. Neoclassic Victorian Baroque style, made in France, circa 1940s. Made of polished cast brass. You can use the hook in your bathroom, as a coat hanger in the hall way or just as a beautiful neoclassic Versailles French decor...
Brass
Collection of 21 Curtain Tie Backs for Gladys
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Collection of 21 Curtain Tie Backs for Gladys Double Curtain Tie-Back Single Large Gilt Bronze Curtain Tie-Back Set of Three Gilt Bronze Curtain Tie-Ba...
Bronze
19th Century French Bronze Wall Mounted Coat Rack with Mirror
Located in Miami, FL
19th French bronze wall-mounted coat rack with mirror and four hangers.
Bronze