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Neoclassical Statues

NEOCLASSICAL STYLE

Neoclassical design emerged in Europe in the 1750s, as the Age of Enlightenment reached full flower. Neoclassical furniture took its cues from the styles of ancient Rome and Athens: symmetrical, ordered, dignified forms with such details as tapered and fluted chair and table legs, backrest finials and scrolled arms.

Over a period of some 20 years, first in France and later in Britain, neoclassical design — also known as Louis XVI, or Louis Seize — would supersede the lithe and curvaceous Rococo or Louis XV style.

The first half of the 18th century had seen a rebirth of interest in classical antiquity. The "Grand Tour" of Europe, codified as a part of the proper education of a patrician gentleman, included an extended visit to Rome. Some ventured further, to sketch the ruins of ancient Greece. These drawings and others — particularly those derived from the surprising and rich archaeological discoveries in the 1730s and ’40s at the sites of the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum — caused great excitement among intellectuals and aesthetes alike.

Neoclassical furniture is meant to reflect both grace and power. The overall appearance of neoclassical chairs, tables and cabinetry is strong and rectilinear. These pieces are, in effect, classical architecture in miniature: chair and table legs are shaped like columns; cabinets are constructed with elements that mirror friezes and pediments.

Yet neoclassicism is enlivened by gilt and silver leaf, marquetry, and carved and applied ornamental motifs based on Greek and Roman sculpture: acanthus leaves, garlands, laurel wreaths, sheaves of arrow, medallions and chair splats are carved in the shapes of lyres and urns. Ormolu — or elaborate bronze gilding — was essential to French design in the 18th and 19th centuries as a cornerstone of the neoclassical and Empire styles.

As you can see from the furniture on these pages, there is a bit of whimsy in such stately pieces — a touch of lightness that will always keep neoclassicism fresh.

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Style: Neoclassical
Garden Statue
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Fine Statue of a Maiden in classical garment. Raised on a square pedestal. Overall Height: 87" Statue: Height 66" Pedestal: Height 21" x Width 23 1/$" Depth 23 1/4" CW5191
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1980s European Vintage Neoclassical Statues

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Composition

Pair of Italian Hand Carved Vicenza Stone Figural Garden Statues, 19th Century
Located in Hollywood, SC
Pair of Italian hand carved Vicenza stone figural lady garden statues holding fruit baskets, floral bouquets, and standing on squared bases. 19th century.
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Statues

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Stone

Italian Stone Garden Sculpture of Roman Mythological Subject Aria
Located in Rome, IT
Finely carved mythological roman subject of Aria in Lecce limestone. Excellent condition from an estate of Veneto. Measurements: Statues cm 160, base cm 85.
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Statues

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Limestone

Bronze Elite by Henre in Verdi Gris Outdoor Statue of a Young Boy on a Rock
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a beautiful bronze statue of a boy walking across a pond on slippery round stones. That's what I make of it anyway. But the piece offers a charming element for your backyard ...
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1990s Asian Neoclassical Statues

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Bronze

Antique Patriotic Cast Iron Figural Gold American Flag & Eagle Painted Door Stop
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Patriotic Cast Iron Figural Gold American Flag & Eagle Painted Door Stop. Circa Early 1900s. Measurements: 7" H x 5.25" W x 2" D.
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Early 1900s Antique Neoclassical Statues

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Iron

Italian Classical Carved Marble 31" Cherub Dolphin Garden Fountain Statue
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Italian Classical Figural Carved Marble 31" Cherub Dolphin Garden Fountain Statue. Item featured Approx 70 lbs. We do not know if the fountain works. The marble statue is mou...
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Early 1900s Antique Neoclassical Statues

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Marble

Alabaster Statue of David After the Antique
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An alabaster statue of David after the antique. In Neoclassical style, this impactful sculpture is expertly carved. This depiction of Michelangelos original sculpture would look stri...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Statues

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Alabaster

Antique Marbled Plaster Statue of Hebe
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique marbled plaster statue of Hebe, the goddess of youth, after Antonio Canova. Made in plaster, the exterior of this life size sculptures is made to simulate marble, making t...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Statues

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Plaster

Antique York Stone Sculpture of Caractacus
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique York stone statue of King Caractacus. Signed Morton, South Street, this over life size statue displays a powerful stance and characterful weathering. It certainly is a im...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Statues

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Stone

2 Antique French Concrete Stone Reclining Cherub Putti Garden Statues 30"
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of antique classical French putto / cherub statues representing two of the four seasons. Made of concrete / stone featuring two reclining figures, one left facing with wheat an...
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1920s Vintage Neoclassical Statues

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Concrete

Life Sized Garden Statue of Amalthea and Jupiter's Goat
Located in Dallas, TX
After the original marble grouping entitled Amalthée et la chèvre de Jupiter (“Amalthea and Jupiter’s Goat”) by Pierre Julien, which was commissioned by King...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Statues

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Stone, Cast Stone, Cement

Large Cast Iron Statue of Diana the Huntress from a Property in Belgium, C. 1960
Located in Dallas, TX
Originally installed on a property in Belgium, this large garden statue portrays the Roman goddess, Diana (in Greek mythology, she is known as Arte...
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1960s Belgian Vintage Neoclassical Statues

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Cast Stone, Cement, Stone, Iron, Metal

A Terracotta Statue representing the Goddess Flora on Pedestal
Located in Katonah, NY
A fine and rare terra-cotta figure of Flora in contrapposto pose, classically robed with hair swept up and in curls, with a floral wreath in the figure’s proper right hand, and a nos...
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1870s Italian Antique Neoclassical Statues

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Terracotta

Lifesize Antique Classical Female Carved Stone Statue on a Marble Base
Located in Miami, FL
Lifesize Antique Classical Female Carved Stone Statue on a Marble Base Offered for sale is an antique carved stone classical figurative scul...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Statues

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Marble, Stone

A Pair of Stoneware Statues of Commerce and Knowledge
Located in Katonah, NY
A fine and rare pair of stoneware figures representing Commerce and Knowledge, possibly produced by Doulton & Co. of Lambeth, England, the figure of Knowledge depicted as a youth, classically robed and seated on a tree trunk, with open book in proper left hand and stylus in proper right hand, the figure of Commerce depicted as a youthful Hermes, the Greek god of trade, commerce and communications, partially draped, wearing a winged helmet and holding a caduceus, standing alongside a barrel topped with a book and a money pouch, English, ca. 1870. Each figure 47 ins. high. Knowledge 20 ins. wide, 16 ins. deep. Commerce 20 ins. wide, 16 ins. deep. On associated composition stone square pedestals...
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1870s English Antique Neoclassical Statues

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Stoneware

Pair of Reclaimed Atlas Garden Statues
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
This highly decorative pair of near life-size composition term statues of Greek God Atlas are an imposing mythological addition to a formal garden or interior. Traditionally, Atlas is depicted holding up the heavens, an eternal punishment bestowed on him for leading the Titan rebellion against Zeus, King of the Gods. However, in these composition adaptions, the Greek God Atlas carries an urn above his head. These can be planted with flowers and foliage or used simply as statuary. Made in the mid 20th century, each term statue is crafted from a blend of cement and fibreglass with some wear throughout that gives them a beautiful time-worn appeal. Part statue, part jardiniere, these Atlas statues...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Statues

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Cement

Two Italian Stone Garden Sculptures of Apollo and Roman Goddess
Located in Rome, IT
Finely carved mythological subject in Lecce limestone. Excellent condition from an estate of Veneto. Measurements: Statues cm 160, base cm 85.
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Statues

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Limestone

Neoclassical Cherub or Putto Cast Stone Garden Statues
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique set of 2 Neoclassical Cherub or Putto Cast Stone Garden Statues.
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1930s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Statues

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Concrete

Vintage Cast Pot Metal 12" Decorative Bald Eagle Architectural Finial Statue
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Cast Pot Metal 12" Decorative Bald Eagle Finial Architectural Element Statue. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 12" H x 8.5" W x 7.5" D.
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Statues

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Metal

Pair, Carved Putti Garden Sculptures with Painters Pallet, Denmark circa 1920-40
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair of carved limestone garden sculptures. One putti is holding a mallet and chisel while the other holds a paint brush and artist's pallet. Note the fine details in the carved face...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Neoclassical Statues

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Limestone

Italian Concrete Garden Cherub Statues
Located in Wichita, KS
Sold separately. Center featured cherub is sold. Early 20th century concrete Italian garden statues of cherubs /putti figures, c. 1920. These charming, angelic statues are suitable ...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Statues

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Concrete

Neoclassical Plaster Bust of Hermes on Scagliola Column
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
This impressive 19th century neoclassical bust is made in plaster and depicts a section of the iconic ‘Hermes of Praxiteles’ statue by famed sculptor of the classical era, Praxiteles. Also referred to as ‘Hermes Carrying the Infant Dionysus’, the original is crafted in marble and portrays God of Greek mythology Hermes standing with the baby God Dionysus. This plaster Hermes...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Statues

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Plaster, Scagliola

Life-Size 19th Century Statue of Roman God Mercury After Giambologna
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A 19th century statue of the Roman God Mercury after the iconic and well-famed 16th century original by Italian Renaissance Sculptor, Giambologna. This ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Statues

Materials

Iron

Pair Weathered Concrete Outdoor Reclining Garden Lions Circa 1950's
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of reclining cement Lions from the mid 20th century with a lovely weathered patina, in excellent vintage condition.
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Statues

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Cement

Neoclassical Italian Cherub or Putto Cast Stone Garden Statue
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning cast stone green statue of a cherub or putti holding a fish. The fish's mouth was once a fountain and could still be used that way if desired. The piece is the perfect acc...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Statues

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Cast Stone

Limestone Demonic Mask or Grotesque Statue
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
This engaging antique grotesque or demonic mask is quite the decorative piece. Hand carved into limestone, its details are superbly distinctive, the ...
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Mid-18th Century Antique Neoclassical Statues

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Stone, Limestone

Pr 19th C. Cast Iron Entry Way Lions
By Fiske Or Mott
Located in New York, NY
Classic pair of 19th C. cast iron seated lions, in very good vintage estate condition. The lions are constructed of several pieces, typical of early production, both are free of lat...
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19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Statues

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Iron

Italian Marble Nude Figure Statue On A Grey Marble Base
Located in Cypress, CA
Sensational life size Italian hand carved white marble figure of standing nude woman on grey marble base. 2nd half ot the 20th century Meticulous attention has been given to every de...
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Statues

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Marble

Italian Stone Garden Sculptures of Roman Mythological subject of Apollo
Located in Rome, IT
Finely carved mythological subject in Vicenza limestone of Apollo in Excellent condition from an estate of Veneto. Timeless decoration for your interior or garden. Measurements: Sta...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Statues

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Limestone

Sculpture of Flora, Italy, circa 1880
Located in Greding, DE
Plaster sculpture of flora after a classical original with windswept skirt and pinned up curly hair.
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1880s Italian Antique Neoclassical Statues

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Plaster

Large Vintage Classical Style Standing Lion Cement Guardian Garden Statue - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Large Vintage Classical Style Standing Lion Cement Guardian Garden Statue - a Pair. Item features right and left forms, larger impressive size, white painted weathered finish, great ...
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Statues

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Concrete

Pair of 19th Century Marble Busts
Located in Napoli, IT
These rare pair of neoclassical busts depicting Roman emperors are monumental and decorative thanks to their size and sculpted details. Great for any living space for an added touch ...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Statues

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Marble

Antique American Architectural Painted Metal Eagle Finial on Pedestal Stand
Located in Forney, TX
Make a statement with this most impressive patriotic antique American architectural painted metal eagle finial on later wooden base. Late 19th / ...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Statues

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Metal

Life-Size Terracotta Erato Statue, 1 of 9 from the Apollo Inn, London
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Dating from 1898, this impressive life-size statue of Erato once decorated the façade of the Apollo Inn in Tottenham Court Road, London. Modelled by John Broad for Doulton and Co, this Erato statue stood alongside Apollo and the other 8 muses on the exterior of the Apollo Inn public house from 1898 until the building’s demolition in 1961. Located on the corner of Tottenham Court Road and Torrington Place, London’s Apollo Inn was designed by English architect Charles Fitzroy Doll (1850-1929). When the building was demolished in 1961 for an extension to the Heal’s furniture store – which remains on the site to this day – this statue of Erato along with Apollo and the other 8 Muses were removed. This life-size statue of Erato was sourced from a garden in Chiswick. Known as the Greek goddess of lyric poetry, she is seen as she is often depicted wearing a crown wreath and holding a lyre. Of the other 8 Greek Muses, the whereabouts of 4 is known. Euterpe is located in St George’s Gardens near Kings Cross railway station, presented to the borough by Ambrose Heal of Heal’s London. Clio was reputedly bought by architectural historian, Nikolaus Pevsner, who placed it in his garden in Hampstead. Thalia and Melpomene are both in the Powerhouse Museum in Sydney, Australia and appear alongside Apollo in John Davis’s book ‘Antique Garden Ornament...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Statues

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Terracotta

French Reconstituted Stone Statue of the Greek God Pan, from Vincennes C. 1950s
Located in Dallas, TX
Cast in reconstituted stone, circa the 1950s, this statue of the Greek god, Pan, rests on top of an Ionic order capital, standing over six feet tall. Discovered at a chateau in Vicennes, France, less than five miles east of Paris, the statue was part of an outdoor installation, as indicated by the buildup of moss and lichen. The stone was cast with a gray hue, but has developed a speckled patina of white, brown, and ochre. Considered a half body sculpture...
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Statues

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Stone, Cast Stone, Cement

Antique Boxer Bull Dog Cast Iron Boot Scraper
Located in Parkesburg, PA
Late 19th century Boxer Bull Dog Boot Scraper. #5800 by Hubley classic design with detailed boxer bully atop of the pedestal. Original condition, with some paint loss and flaking, no...
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1890s North American Antique Neoclassical Statues

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Iron

Antique Garden Statue of Charlemagne (Charles the Great)
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique spelter garden statue of Charlemagne (Charles the Great) for use inside or out. Dating from the early 20th century, this statue models the 8th-9th century King and emperor...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Statues

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Spelter, Metal

Cast Concrete Cement Figural Wall Hanging Bacchus Face Garden Sculpture Plaque
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cast Concrete Cement Figural wall hanging Bacchus Face Garden Sculpture Plaque. Item features a wall hanging garden element, cast concrete/cement con...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Statues

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Cement

Vintage Patinated Bronze Sculpture 'American Bald Eagle Upon Landing'
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage patinated bronze sculpture 'American Bald Eagle Upon Landing' USA, Circa 1960s Of large scale, realistically cast and modeled of a land...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Statues

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Bronze

Vintage Concrete French Neoclassical Cherub Putti Garden Fountain Pedestal Base
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage concrete fountain / planter / or sundial pedestal base featuring three children / Cherubs / Putti figures. Measures: 14" x 15" x ...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Statues

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Concrete

Antique Bronze Sculpture of Woman & Child
Located in London, GB
A lovely antique bronze sculpture, depicting a woman and child from classical times. This was likely made in central Europe around the 1930-50...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Statues

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Bronze

Large French 19th Century Parcel Silver &Gilt Bronze Sculpture of a Man & Woman
Located in New York City, NY
Important French 19th century multi figural bronze sculpture of a male and female, in a warm brown patina with unusual and rare parcel gilt and silver intricate decoration. Depicti...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Statues

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Bronze

Stone Greek God Pan Garden Statue Term Style
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Pan, one of the oldest Greek Gods, is depicted here in Portland limestone in tall term-style. Associated with nature, woodlands and pasturelands, this Pan garden statue...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Statues

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Stone, Limestone

19th Century Statuary White Marble Sculpture
Located in PALERMO, IT
Elegant white statuary marble sculpture, carved from a single block of marble, depicting a cherub sitting on a sea fish. Finely carved in every detail.
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Statues

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Statuary Marble

Black Metal Cast Iron Pheasant Bird Figurines, a Pair
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Pair of large cast-iron metal pheasant birds in black. Each figure is identical and features a pheasant with its long tail, textured to resemble feather...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Statues

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Metal, Iron

Italian Glazed Terracotta Figural Bust of Diana, Goddess of the Moon, Circa 1850
Located in Hollywood, SC
Italian glazed and hand-painted terracotta figural bust of Diana raised on a two tiered circular faux painted plinth. Goddess of the moon, Mid-19th Century.
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1850s Italian Antique Neoclassical Statues

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Terracotta, Paint

Italian Bronze Garden Statue or Fountain of Pan Playing Flute, Early 20th C
Located in St. Louis, MO
Antique Italian bronze & copper garden statue or sculpture of pan playing flute while standing on a conch shell on an oval plinth. From an estate with a wo...
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1930s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Statues

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Bronze, Copper

Fine Neoclassical Alabaster Figure of a Water Maiden Lighted on a Pedestal
Located in Stamford, CT
A fine alabaster figure of a water maiden on a pedestal. The single globe lamp is of a draped female water bearer with a lighted street pole behind her st...
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Statues

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Alabaster

Enormous Tall Rustic French Neoclassical Concrete Garden Planters, a Set of 2
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A set of two large rustic French concrete garden planters. This pair of garden planters sit upon square concrete bases. The fluted sides feature scalloped stylized decorations. This pair will be fabulous flanking a front door, or on a patio. We also love the idea of filling them with ice and Veuve or Moët champagne...
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Late 20th Century North American Neoclassical Statues

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Concrete

Pair of Antique Terracotta Herms of Classical Design
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A beautiful pair of reclaimed terracotta garden statues in classical term-style dating from the late 19th century. Handsomely handcrafted into terracotta, these antique statues depic...
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19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Statues

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Terracotta

Neoclassical Life-Size Greek Goddess of Spring Marble Sculpture Statue
Located in West Hartford, CT
Stunning architectural wonder, this neoclassical Greek goddess life-size sculpture is guaranteed to make quite the statement. All dimensions are below. Now, more than ever, home is w...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Statues

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Marble

Life Size Bonded or Cold Cast Marble Garden Sculpture of a Young Girl
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a bonded marble or cold cast marble garden sculpture of a tall young girl. She is standing up and looking down with her right hand shyly waving and offering her left hand to someone. She is wearing a simple long pleated dress...
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20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Statues

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Marble

Pair of Zinc Laurel Leaf Garden Spheres
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderfully charming pair of 20th century English zinc garden spheres covered in laurel leaves and perfect for topping the columns flanking your drivew...
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20th Century English Neoclassical Statues

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Zinc

Neoclassical Life-Size Greek Goddess with Grapes Marble Sculpture Statue
Located in West Hartford, CT
Stunning architectural wonder, this neoclassical Greek goddess life-size sculpture is guaranteed to make quite the statement. All dimensions are below. Now, more than ever, home is w...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Statues

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Marble

Neoclassical Greek Goddess of Summer Life-Size Marble Statue Sculpture
Located in West Hartford, CT
Stunning architectural wonder, this neoclassical Greek goddess life-size sculpture is guaranteed to make quite the statement. All dimensions are below. Now, more than ever, home is w...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Statues

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Marble

Tall Neoclassical Style Faux Bois Cherub Planter or Jardinière in Dark Gray
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A tall neoclassial style Jardinière with cherub handles. This pretty planter is tall, and deep gray in color. It stands upon a square base and features two faux bois handles with sma...
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20th Century North American Neoclassical Statues

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Fiberglass, Plaster

Neoclassical Greek Goddess Life-Size Marble Statue Sculpture
Located in West Hartford, CT
Stunning architectural wonder, this neoclassical Greek goddess life-size sculpture is guaranteed to make quite the statement. All dimensions are below. N...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Statues

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Marble

Monumental Pair of Antique Cast Stone Fruit and Flower Baskets
Located in Redding, CT
Monumental pair of antique cast stone fruit and flower baskets. Lovely aged patina to these beautiful detailed bouquets. These incredible garden ornam...
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1950s Vintage Neoclassical Statues

Materials

Stone, Cement

Neoclassical statues for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical statues for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage statues created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, decorative objects, lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with stone, cast stone and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical statues 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 statues, popular names associated with this style include Hubley Manufacturing Company, and Victor Paillard. 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 statues differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $250 and tops out at $99,859 while the average work can sell for $7,995.

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