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Rococo Soup Tureens

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
Meissen, Germany. Antique lidded tureen hand-painted with polychrome flowers.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Meissen, Germany. Antique lidded tureen hand-painted with polychrome flowers. Branch-shaped handles. Approximately 1800. In good condition with several chips on the raised flowers an...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Rococo Soup Tureens

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Porcelain

Ancient Maiolica Tureen Ferretti Manufacture, Lodi, Circa 1770 - 1780
Located in Milano, IT
Maiolica tureen Antonio Ferretti Manufacture Lodi, Circa 1770 - 1780 Maiolica polychrome decorated “a piccolo fuoco” (third fire). It measures 9.06 in in height x 13.39 in x 9.84 i...
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1770s Italian Antique Rococo Soup Tureens

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Maiolica

Le Tallec Hand Painted Porcelain Tureen with Gold Leaf Motifs, Paris, circa 1960
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Exquisite hand-painted porcelain soup tureen by Camille Le Tallec. Inspired by designs of the Rococo Era, the lidded tureen has stylized feet and double handles featuring painted aca...
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1960s French Vintage Rococo Soup Tureens

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Gold

Ancient Italian Maiolica Tureen, Rubati Manufacture, Milan, circa 1770-1780
Located in Milano, IT
Maiolica tureen Pasquale Rubati Manufacture Milan, circa 1770 - 1780 Maiolica polychrome decorated “a piccolo fuoco” (third fire). It measures 6.69 in x 11,02 x 8.26 (17 x 28 x ...
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1770s Italian Antique Rococo Soup Tureens

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Maiolica

Berlin Porcelain Tureen, by KPM, Beautifully Decorated
Located in San Francisco, CA
The Konigliche Porcelain Manufactur of the 18th Century was finaced by Friedrich II. The fabrication of porcelain was stricktly controlled as far as productivity as well as quality...
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Late 18th Century German Antique Rococo Soup Tureens

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Porcelain

Large Blue and White Arras Porcelain Round Soup Tureen French 18th Century
Located in Katonah, NY
This late 18th-century French soup tureen is decorated with an elegant design of delicate cornflower sprigs. The color of the porcelain body is creamy white. The cornflower sprigs, handles, and border edging are decorated with beautiful deep twilight blue enamel. The makers of Arras porcelain specialized in porcelain painted in this entrancing blue called "Bleu d'Arras." The combination of the creamy white ground and the blue decoration is splendid! Natural forms like the tree branch handle and the blue cornflower decorations were the height of French fashion in the last quarter of the 18th century. This tureen was made at the Arras porcelain factory circa 1780. Dimensions:10.25" diameter x 9" height Condition: Excellent, with some small original firing cracks along the outer edge of the cover (see image #3). Price: $1,400 The underside of the tureen is marked with the letters "AR" and the flying bird symbol of the Arras factory. On 1stdibs, we also have listed a round tureen made by Arras Porcelain: Item Reference LU866530122692. Background of Arras Porcelain: The Arras Porcelain Manufactory was started in the 1770s by the family Delemers. They were a family of four sisters...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Rococo Soup Tureens

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Porcelain

18th Century Sterling Silver Soup Tureen Hammered Italian Venice Rococo
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
Impressive Antique Georgian Italian Sterling Silver soup tureen Style & period Rococo, Georgian, Antique, Italian, Venice Design: Italian The fine hand crafted hammered body stand on four scrolled acanthus leaf legs The cover surmounted by a sculptural solid silver pomegranate...
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1760s Italian Antique Rococo Soup Tureens

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Sterling Silver

Alt Furstenberg Porcelain Lottine Round Tureen
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an Alt Furstenberg Lottine porcelain white tureen decorated with royal blue roses and foliage. There are garlands with this pattern adornin...
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20th Century German Rococo Soup Tureens

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Porcelain

Antique Faience Cabbage Form Soup Tureen Hand-Painted in Brussels Circa 1765
Located in Katonah, NY
This faience soup tureen was made in the Philippe Mombaers factory in Brussels circa 1765. The cabbage tureen, its cover, and the stand are painted in ...
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Mid-18th Century Belgian Antique Rococo Soup Tureens

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Faience

Italian Maiolica Ancient Tureen, Lodi, 1770-1780
Located in Milano, IT
Maiolica tureen Antonio Ferretti Manufacture Lodi, circa 1770-1780 Maiolica polychrome decorated “a piccolo fuoco” (third fire). It measures 9.05 x 12.59 x 9.05 in (23 x 32 x 23 cm) ...
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1770s Italian Antique Rococo Soup Tureens

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Maiolica

Pair of Italian Maiolica Tureens, Ferretti Manufacture, Lodi Circa 1770 - 1780
Located in Milano, IT
Pair of maiolica tureens Antonio Ferretti Manufacture Lodi, circa 1770-1780 Maiolica polychrome decorated “a piccolo fuoco” (third fire). a – 8.66 x 11.02 x 7.48 in (22 x 28 x 19...
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1770s Italian Antique Rococo Soup Tureens

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Maiolica

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Rococo soup tureens for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Rococo soup tureens for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage soup tureens created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, earthenware and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rococo soup tureens made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original soup tureens, popular names associated with this style include Antonio Ferretti, Arras Foundry, Furstenberg Porcelain, and K.P.M. Berlin. 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 soup tureens differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $680 and tops out at $38,279 while the average work can sell for $4,755.

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