Neoclassical Decorative Objects
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.
Find antique neoclassical furniture today on 1stDibs.
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Style: Neoclassical
Vintage Cast Stone Bust of Male Figure
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Solid Cast Stone bust of male figure. Signed on the side.
Flat base can sit on mantle, pedestal or table.
See images for condition.
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Cast Stone, Concrete
19th Century, Pair of Italian Lacquered Bronze Vases
Located in IT
19th Century, Pair of Italian Lacquered Bronze Vases
Pair of vases in bronze lacquered with fake porphyry with applications in chiseled and gilded bronze, Rome, late nineteenth cent...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Plant or Flowerpot Cachepot Jardinière with Neoclassical Design
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful flowerpot or plant potholder cachepot, with landscape scene, in the Neoclassical style, circa late-20th century. A great piece for a plant or flower, with exterior featur...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Tiffany English Neoclassical Sterling Silver Candlesticks
Located in New York, NY
Pair of English Neoclassical sterling silver candlesticks. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1916. Each: Tapering column on dome flowing into stepped and concave base. Tapering s...
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Sterling Silver
Delft Blue and White “Schosse” Tobacco Jar
Located in Houston, TX
Delft blue and white “Schosse” urn-shape tobacco jar with lid, Netherlands, circa 1780. Decorated with coastal scene and seated “Amerindian” figure. Simple low brass lid with excelle...
Category
Late 18th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Delft
Silver Inkwell For Czar Nicholas
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exquisite inkwell by the legendary Grachev Brothers was made for Czar Nicholas of Russia. Featuring intricately cut glass in a star pattern, the inkwell rests upon an exquisite ...
Category
Late 19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver
Neoclassical sculpture of Mother Mary's head, made from plaster and straw
Located in Oostende, BE
Buste depicting Mother Mary. Made from straw and plaster. Great patina and delicate expression.
Category
19th Century Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Straw, Plaster
7 Piece Lot Italian Carved Stone Fruit in Glass Bowl Grapes Banana Orange Apple
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
Here is a great looking set of 7 pieces of carved stone fruit with a wonderful realistic look that would make any décor colorful and classy. There are some imperfections on these pie...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone
Delft Blue and White “Rosegeur” Tobacco Jar
Located in Houston, TX
Delft blue and white “Rosegeur” urn-shape tobacco jar with lid, Netherlands, circa 1780. Inscribed “Rosegeur” and decorated with coastal scene and seated “Amerindian” figure. Rosegeur, or Rozengeur, refers to rose scented tobacco favored for use with water pipes. Stepped brass lid with simple knob handle. De Drie Klokken...
Category
Late 18th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Delft, Faience
Petite Bovano of Cheshire Enamel Floral Decorative Planter Cyclamen Persicum
Located in Atlanta, GA
Bovano of Cheshire, circa 1960.
A fine quality polychrome enamel decorated floral sculpture depicting Cyclamen Persicum.
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Copper, Enamel
Delft Blue and White “W:Snuif” Tobacco Jar
Located in Houston, TX
Delft blue and white “W:Snuif” urn-shape tobacco jar with lid, Netherlands, circa 1780. Inscribed “W:Snuif” and decorated with coastal scene and seated “Amerindian” figure. W:Snuif refers to finely ground snuff tobacco commonly inhaled throughout the 17th and 18th centuries. Stepped brass lid with acorn motif knob handle. De Drie Klokken...
Category
Late 18th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Delft
Concrete Roman Ruin Style Figure of Foot with Sandal
Located in Atlanta, GA
Concrete Roman Ruin style figure of foot with sandal. Exact replica from the antique. Identical pair available.
Dimensions: D 33" W 15" H 19.5"
CW4206
Category
Late 20th Century French Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Concrete
Gilt Bronze & Marble Fleur de Pecher Mantle Clock
Located in Atlanta, GA
Vincent (or Vincenti) et Cie (French 19th century) gilt bronze & Fluer de Pecher mounted marble mantle clock in the Louis XVI Neoclassical taste, circa 1900, the clock surmounted by...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Vintage 1983 Bronze American Bald Eagle Soaring Wings of Glory Sculpture 15"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage bronze sculpture depicting a realistically detailed American Bald Eagle / hawk / bird swooping over abstract waves, mounted on a round wood base. Signed on base C. Ra. Van 19...
Category
1980s Vintage Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Neoclassical Style Iron Planters with Liners and Mythological Figures
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Neoclassical style iron urn planters from circa 1900 with liners and mythological figures. This pair of Neoclassical-style iron urn planters from circa 1900 embodies the gr...
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
19th Century French Neo-Classic Spelter, Gilt, Bronze Cherub and Rams Head Ewer
Located in Louisville, KY
This ewer is a stunning decorator item! The attention to detail from this era is nothing short of exquisite. From the beautiful cherub that adorns the handle to the rams heads, every...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
George III Neo Classical "Adam" Candlesticks by Joseph Tibbitts, 1775
Located in London, GB
A very rare and unusual pair of George III Neo Classical "Adam" Candlesticks made in Sheffield in 1775 by Joseph Tibbitts
The Candlesticks stand on a square base which is decorated ...
Category
18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Neoclassic French Heavy Solid Bronze Lion
Located in Miami, FL
Neoclassic French large and very heavy solid bronze lion on a marble base.
No markings.
Very detailed and lovely made.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Georgian Period Pear Shaped Treen Tea Caddy
Located in Savannah, GA
During the Georgian period the neoclassical manner became increasingly popular in England, resulting in a style of furniture and accessories now associated with elegant restraint. Wh...
Category
Early 1800s English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Vintage Roman Colum Candlestick Holder
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Embrace the timeless allure of the Vintage Roman Column Candlestick Holder, a stunning piece that exudes classical elegance and refined craftsmanship. Crafted with meticulous attenti...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
19th Century Wedgwood Jasperware Campagne Urn
By Wedgwood
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th Century Wedgwood Jasperware twin handled campagne urn and cover, in the Neoclassical style, decorated with a frieze of Greek figures, with palmette borders in white on a blue ba...
Category
19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Pair of Ormolu Mounted Malachite French Vases after a design by Galberg
By Ekaterinburg Faceting Factory, Russia
Located in London, GB
A pair of ormolu mounted malachite Ekaterinburg vases after a design by I.I. Galberg
French, 20th century
Height 51cm, diameter 32cm
Crafted to a design by the prestigious architect...
Category
20th Century Russian Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Malachite, Ormolu
Ferdinando Vichi Italian White Marble Sculpture of a Female
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent white marble statue of an elegant woman pulling petals from a flower, as in the popular 19th century game, he loves me, loves me not. by the Florentine sculpture, Ferdina...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble
Vintage Italian Embossed Leather Box With Paw Feet
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Italian Embossed Leather Box With Paw Feet.
Handsome large Italian green leather box with hand tooled gilt embossing and bronze paw feet.
Gre...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Two 1950s Neoclassical Plaster Italian Scultures of Apollo and Venere dei Medici
Located in Catania, Sicilia
Two plaster bust of Apollo and Venere dei Medici from a Gipsoteca in a sicilian academy of fine arts. They used to patinate the plasters in different ways, this one has been made wit...
Category
Mid-20th Century Sicilian Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Plaster
Single Glass Candlestick Lamp
Located in Canton, MA
Transparent Glass Candlestick Lamp. Square base, and square stem. Custom lamp made from Early 20th Century glass
Material: Glass
Style: Traditional
Period made: Early 20th Century
D...
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
Unique Bust Sculpture of Abraham Lincoln
By Robert Berks
Located in New York, NY
Robert Berks (American, 1922-2011) bronzed clay or plaster bust depicting President Abraham Lincoln.
Signed BERKS (with copyright) and dated "58". Mounted onto a brown stone swivel base.
Bust measures 11 1/2" H x approx. 6" W. Overall: 16 1/2" H. Note: Robert Berks was known for his highly textured...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay
Signed Polychromed Bronze Sculpture of Woman in a Dress after Auguste Moreau
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Bronze. Painted. Figural. 35 3/4" h x 16" w x 12" d.
Condition
Good condition.
Category
1990s European Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Pair, Cabinet of Curiosity Neoclassical Style Blanc De Chine Porcelain Urns
By Capodimonte
Located in Atlanta, GA
Italian, 20th century.
A pair of petite blanc de chine porcelain urns with floral stem motif extending from each. Marked to underside with the Capodimonte blue mark.
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Antique bronze gilded jewelry box with angels and Blood Jasper plaques .
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Just beautiful metal/brass jewelry box with bronze angels and Dragon's Blood Jasper mounted plaques .
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Antique Classical Oval Carved Mahogany Figural Goddess Wall Sculpture Plaque
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Classical Oval Relief Carved Mahogany Figural Goddess Wall Sculpture Plaque. Circa Early 1900s. Measurements: 16" H x 12" W x 1.75" D.
Category
Early 1900s Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of George III Neo Classical Vases by Thomas Pitts I, 1771
Located in London, GB
A very rare and unusual pair of early George III Neo Classical Vases made in London in 1771 by Thomas Pitts I
The vases are modelled in the very r...
Category
18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Pair of Antique French Tole Vases Cache Pots 19th Century
Located in Buxton, GB
Add a touch of classic French elegance to your indoor décor with this pair of metal polychromed cache vases. These cache pots feature a beautiful multicolou...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Italian Porcelain Baby Boy Piano Figurine
By Capodimonte
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an Italian Capodimonte Porcelain Baby Boy Piano Figurine. It depicts a joyful nude baby boy with blonde curly hair and large blue eyes laying do...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Monumental Royal Vienna Classical Porcelain Vase
Located in London, GB
Monumental Royal Vienna classical porcelain vase
Austria, 19th Century
Height 152cm, diameter 41cm
This magnificent vase was made by the renowned Royal Vienna Porcelain Manufactory ...
Category
19th Century Austrian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Ormolu
Italian Porcelain Baby Girl Piano Figurine
By Capodimonte
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an Italian Capodimonte Porcelain Baby Girl Piano Figurine. It depicts a nude baby girl with large blue eyes and blonde hair arranged with ponyta...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Enamel and gilt bronze jardiniere. France, late 19th century.
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Enamel and gilt bronze jardiniere. France, late 19th century.
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze, Enamel
Beautiful Elegant Crystal Vase by Moser Stamped
By Moser
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful Elegant Crystal vase by Moser circa 1980's, excellent condition no chips or scratches gorgeous design.
Category
20th Century Czech Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
Early 20th C Neoclassical Bisque Roman/Greek Figurine
Located in Malibu, CA
Neoclassical Parian porcelain bisque figurine of a female muse.
Category
Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of George III Cast Neo Classical Two Light Candelabra by John Schofield
Located in London, GB
The Spencer Candelabra. An important pair of George III Cast Neo Classical Two Light Candelabra made in London in 1782/83 by John Schofield.
Each piece is cast and stands on a circu...
Category
18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Pennsylvania Tall Cherry Case Clock
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Excellent solid cherry case with flame mahogany panels, lambs tongue corners, carved broken arch bonnet and turned rosettes. The case, turned finials and feet are in exceptional condition. Movement is brass 8-day wind, weight driven with bell strike on the hour. All hand indicators, hour, minute, sweep second hand and calendar rotate from center shaft. Painted metal face has fruit basket corner spandrels. Moon phase with scenic view with sailing ship flying a United States flag. Fully functional reliable time keeper.
Originates from Allentown Bethlehem PA...
Category
19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Cherry, Mahogany
Austrian Amphora Ceramic Vase in Classism Style
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique ceramic Amphora Classism vase with gilded oak leafs and palmettes executed, made in Austria 19th Century.
Category
1880s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Silver and enamel candy box
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Silver and enamel candy box
glass candy jar with silver lid and painted enamel on its lid
Origin Switzerland Circa 1900
stamped 935 silver cap
Guillo...
Category
Early 1900s Swiss Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Silver, Enamel
Pair of 19th Century French Carved Marble and Gilt Bronze Covered Cassolettes
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a mantel or a console with this elegant pair of antique Louis XVI cassolettes. Crafted in France, circa 1870, each urn made of marble stand on a square bronze base with cut ...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th C Neoclassical Bisque Roman/Greek Figurine
Located in Malibu, CA
Early 20th C Neoclassical Parian porcelain bisque cast Roman/Greek Figurine Neoclassical figurine of a draped Roman or Greek male.
Category
20th Century European Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Italian Marble Grand Tour Figure of Venus De Medici
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A Neoclassical style Italian marble grand tour figure of Venus De Medici after the antique. This detailed statue is expertly carved showing all details of the figure, closely represe...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone, Marble
Henri Fugère " L'arrachee" Bronze Sculpture
By Henri Fugère
Located in New York, NY
Bronze sculpture depicting a weight lifter by the French artist Henri Fugère. Titled "L'arrachee". Circa early 20th century. Signed on base: H. Fugère.
Property from esteemed inte...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Antique Neoclassical Cast Iron Urn Planters or Jardiniere - Set of 2
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The pair of elegant antique Neoclassical Cast Iron Urn Planter or Jardiniere from the early 20th-century hail from France and were designed in the sophisticated neoclassical style. T...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
Vintage Classical Female Parian Porcelain Bust Sculpture
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous neoclassical style white parian porcelain female bust sculpture
USA, Mid-20th Century
Measures: 4"W x 3"D x 6.75"H.
Good vintage condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Late 19th Century Neoclassical White Marble Italian Man's Head on an Iron Base
Located in Catania, Sicilia
This marble man's head is a testament to the Neoclassical style, which drew inspiration from classical Greek and Roman art. The sculpture depicts a male fig...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble
1970's Candle Holders Neoclassical Brass and Chrome Candle Sticks - a Pair
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Beautiful mixed metal candlesticks. Chrome and brass design for classic to modern decor. Heavy weight.
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Pair of Gilt Bronze Neoclassical Candlesticks 19th Century
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A pair of very finely-chiselled French gilt bronze candlesticks crafted in the neoclassical style. The decoration is extremely intricate, particularly on the circular base and tulip-...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
WMF Silvered Metal & Cut Glass Centerpiece
Located in South Gippsland, Victoria
A stunning WMF silvered metal & cut glass centerpiece in the Neo Classical style. The tripod stand cast with Classical motifs such as floral swags, Gryphons, paterae, scrollwork, bea...
Category
Early 1900s German Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Classic Hand Carved Solid Ironwood American Football Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful hand-carved solid ironwood football circa 1970's great detail and condition, polished ball sitting on a pedestal , a classic of American memorabilia.
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Pair of Silver Plate Gorham Candlesticks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The pair of Gorham silver plate candlesticks shaped like columns with Corinthian capitals and removable tops, featuring fine beaded de...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver Plate
Iron Lock Box Safe Side Table, Denmark circa 1860-80
Located in Round Top, TX
Impressive when seen in person, this iron lock box has incredible "presence" due to the faded painted borders, heavy iron handles and decorative medallion that hides the key hole.
Th...
Category
Late 19th Century Danish Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
19th Century Spencer Hotchkiss & Company Salem Bridge Shelf Clock
Located in Hopewell, NJ
19th century beautiful Salem Bridge shelf clock having 8 day time and bell strike on the hour with second hand indicator. Brass works, dpendable timekeeper. Gorgeous carved wood wi...
Category
19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Antique Bronze Candle Holders with Glass Shades
Located in Hudson, NY
The collection of antique bonze candle holders, shown here, feature various heights, base designs and glass hurricane styles and colors. Whether used singly or in combination, they ...
Category
Mid-19th Century Unknown Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Neoclassical decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical decorative objects 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 decorative objects created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, stone and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical decorative objects made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include Wedgwood, Ferdinand Barbedienne, Bow Porcelain, and Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres. 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 decorative objects differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $30 and tops out at $805,222 while the average work can sell for $3,153.
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