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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
1950s Vintage French Rectangular Fleur-de-lis Cement Planter
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Durable 1950s vintage french rectangular fleur-de-lis cement planter crafted from cement stone. Measurements: 9” h x 28” l x 13.5” w
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Cement

French Giltwood and Gesso Picture or Mirror Frame, Late 19th Century
Located in Barntrup, DE
Beautiful French giltwood and gesso picture frame or mirror frame, late 19th century. This spectacular antique frame features a fluted border, decorated with flowers and leaves on th...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Gesso, Wood

An English Rosewood and Maple Box, Ca. 1850
Located in New York, NY
A lovely box with a beautiful paper lined interior. Lock and key.
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19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Maple, Rosewood

A Patinated Bronze Statue of a Seated Greek Scholar signed Moreau
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A patinated cast bronze statue of a classically draped Greek scholar sitting sideways on a Klismos chair with the trademark griphons as front leg supports, the subject holding a pen in his right hand and an open scroll on the other left signed "Moreau" inscribed on one side of the chair. There are no visible foundry marks. Presumably the signature stands for Mathurin Moreau, a 19 Century French sculptor born 1822, and son of noted sculptor Jean Baptiste Moreau. In 1841, the 19 year old Mathirin entered the École des Beaux Arts in Paris and, the following year, won the Second Grand Prix de Rome with his sculpture Diodemus removing the Palladium. Several of his works remain on public display in Paris, among them on the facade of the Gare du Nord...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Garrard English Neoclassical Sterling Silver Covered Urn, 1923
Located in New York, NY
George V sterling silver trophy cup. Made by Garrard & Co. Ltd in London in 1923. Girdled urn with leaf-capped double-scroll flying side handles and knopped support; stepped and dome...
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1920s English Vintage Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Sterling Silver

Roman Classical Nude Male Marble Sculpture by Lorenzo dal Torrione, Italy
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Roman Nude Male Marble Sculpture Italian or statue of David. Well executed and wonderfully proportioned figure of David as a youth, copied from the original by Michelangelo ...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Limestone

Extraordinary Pair Of Neoclassical Style Bronze Candelabra With Putti
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very fine pair of Neoclassical Style bronze candle holders having palmate torch bearing Putti riding on swans. The pair have very fine detailing in the bronze work as well as a truly...
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19th Century Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Bronze

19th Century Pair of Italian Bronze Grand Tour Urns
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
19th Century Pair of Italian Bronze Grand Tour Urns. Gorgeous design, see photos.
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Marble, Bronze

John Glick Ceramic Garden Planterette Signed
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
The Ceramic Garden Planterette is an example of the kind of work by which John Glick became so famous. He was seduced by the effects of the reduction kiln, which decreased the levels...
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1990s American Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

1900s Antique Patinated Copper Bucket Pot Jardiniere Iron Handle
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1900s Antique Copper Bucket Pot Jardiniere Iron Handle Patinated fair condition. Has bends and dings + fabulous character. 17.5 h x 26 diameter Unrestored vintage antique presentatio...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Copper, Iron

Pair 19th Century French Monumental Obelisks
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Pair 19th Century French Monumental Obelisks. Exquisite design, must see photos.
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Marble, Ormolu

French Pair of Tazza Cobra Detail
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
French Pair of Tazza Cobra Detail. Gorgeous detailing, see photos.
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Porphyry, Bronze

19th Century Pair French Grand Tour Candelabra
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
19th Century Pair French Grand Tour Bronze Candelabra. Beautiful design, see photos.
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Bronze

19th C English Neoclassical Sterling & Cut Glass Centerpiece/Tazza by S. Smith
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th C English Sterling Greco-Roman & Cut Glass Centerpiece/Tazza by S. Smith Hallmarked numerous times for London, 1866 by Stephen Smith Known as important nineteenth-century London...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

18th Century Silver & Cobalt Glass Vase, French 1st Republic, Paris 1798
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
18th Century Silver & Cobalt Glass Vase, French 1st Republic, Paris 1798 Hallmarked, The removable cobalt glass liner is antique, probably the orignal. A distinguished 18th Centu...
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18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Sterling Silver

18th Century Neoclassical Bronze Doré Sculpture of Woman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A masterful large classical statue in cast bronze of a beautiful young woman in stride wearing a flowing ionic chiton. The exquisite casting of ...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Bronze

19th Century Group of Three Parcel Gilt Carved Wood Figures of Roman Soldiers
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Group of three painted and parcel gild figures of Roman soldiers, two in reclining positions one seated. All three figures wearing helmets, breastplates and other protective armor in...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Gold Leaf

Set of two classical swivel jugs pitcher vases, iridescent surface, 1880 England
Located in Wien, AT
Set of a swivel jug set, in highly elaborate quality, made around 1880 in England. The jugs have a round base which opens into a very bulbous body which then flows into a very uptur...
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1880s English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

Pair of Neoclassic Earthenware Elephants with Obelisks
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Vintage pair of Italian neoclassic garnitures or objects of art depicting elephants carrying obelisks, crafted in ceramic or earthenware with a bisque finish and highlighted with bro...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Bronze

19th Century Pair of Marble Base Patinated Bronze Figurative Torcheres
Located in Clinton Twp, MI
A large pair of French early 20th century patinated bronze and Rouge Griotte marble after Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse (1824-1887), Paris each standing classically draped female fi...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Marble, Bronze

Pair of Neoclassical Bronze Busts Apollo and Diana Mounted on Black Marble
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of very decorative French 19th Century Apollo and Diana Bronze Busts or Neoclassical Clad Busts. Mounted on black marble square shaped bases these b...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Marble, Bronze

19th C Domenico Brucciani Oversized Putto Plaster Classical Bust Grand Tour
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A elegant D Brucciani plaster cast classical mask of a Putto Domenico Brucciani was born in Lucca, Italy in 1815. He moved to London where he estab...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Plaster

19th Century Serpentine Carving of 'The Dying Lion' After Bertel Thorvaldsen
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautifully carved Italian Grand Tour serpentine copy of Bertel Thorvaldsen's monumental sculpture 'The Lion of Lucerne' also known as 'The Dying...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Serpentine

Grouping of 3 French and English Porcelain boxes
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a charming grouping of three early 20th century dressing table boxes or table decorations. Two of the boxes are hand painted, French bronze mounted. The third box is Wedwood ...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

18th Century, English Georgian Lead Tobacco Keeper - Horse Finial
Located in Atlanta, GA
English, mid 18th century. A great neoclassical example of an English community tobacco keeper. These traditional boxes are made of lead and designed to hold a group of individua...
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Mid-18th Century British Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Lead

19th Century Dutch Silver Floral Repousse Candle Sticks (Pair)
Located in West Hollywood, CA
19th Century Silver Dutch Candlesticks Sourced by Martyn Lawrence Bullard from London, England Fitted with hallmark, and etched floral motif
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Mid-19th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Silver

Marble Bust of La Zingara, circa 1800
Located in Greding, DE
Bust of the Zingara or Fortune Teller, finely carved out of marble. The Zingara is depicted with a cloth tied around her chin, which wraps around her elaborately braided hair and end...
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Early 1800s Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Marble

Delft Blue and White "Toeback" Tobacco Jar
Located in Houston, TX
Delft blue and white "Manilla" tobacco jar with brass lid, Netherlands, 19th century. Decorated with floral cartouche, within which "Toeback" is inscribed. Marked on bottom. Note: O...
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Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Brass

German Amphora Neoclassical style, 1900s
Located in Lisbon, PT
An amphora vase in silver-plated pewter and glass with Greek figures throughout the circular length of the bulge, two griffins representing the god Apollo (Griffin half eagle half li...
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20th Century German Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Pewter

Large Scale White Neo-Classical Style Ceramic Horse Bust Figurine / Statue
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a large scale majestic white Italian horse head bust. It is unmarked and in very good condition. It most likely dates to the later part of the 20th century.
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Callipygian Venus - Italian, 19th Century
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Callipygian Venus 19th Century Italian (Naples or Rome) White marble After the Antique: Naples Archaeological Museum (IT) Roman version of a Hellenistic 3rd Century B.C. model Height: 62 cm Width: 22 cm H 24 1/2 x W 8 2/3 inch The Callipygian Venus, also known as the Aphrodite Kallipygos or the Callipygian Venus, all literally meaning “Venus of the beautiful buttocks”, is an Ancient Roman marble statue...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Marble

18th Century French Straw Marquetry, 'Marqueterie de Paille' Work Box
Located in Stamford, CT
A beautiful 'as is' late 18th or early 19th century example of 'Marqueterie de Paille', or straw marquetry, work box. The top inlaid with a wonderful cityscape, with early architectu...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Straw

Large Gustavian Style Gilt Metal Accent Waste Basket
Located in Sheffield, MA
Large 10" D rustic and elegant at the same time, add a neoclassical country touch to your bedroom, bathroom or office. The gold gilt edging gives it a Classic vintage/antique feel. S...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Metal

A Harvesting Girl Statue by A . J . Scotte (1885-1905)
By A.J. Scotte
Located in Lisbon, PT
A neoclassical Harvesting Girl Spelter statue by A.. J . Scotte (1885-1905) signed and dated ”1906” with foundry stamp mark on the base.
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Spelter

Pair of Neoclassical Bacchantes Sculptures in Bronze signed Ernest Rancoulet
Located in New York, NY
This charming pair of Neoclassical Bronze Bacchantes sculptures by Earnest Rancoulet originate from France, Circa 1900. These young and playful my...
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Onyx, Bronze

Comyns English Neoclassical Sterling Silver Trophy Cup Urn, 1922
Located in New York, NY
George V sterling silver trophy cup. Made by Charles & Richard Comyns in London in 1922. Urn with ovoid bottom on raised and stepped foot; leaf-capped high-looping double-scroll side...
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1920s English Vintage Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Sterling Silver

19th Century French Turned Wood Crucifix with Porcelain Bisque Figure of Christ
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
19th century French turned wood crucifix with a porcelain bisque figure of Christ and coordinating cream details. The cream carved wood finials on t...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Porcelain, Wood

Larger than Lifesize Grand tour Bronze Mercury Statue After Giambologna
By Giambologna
Located in New York, NY
Monumental Italian Grand Tour bronze sculpture of Mercury, finely cast after the original model by Jean de Bologne (1529-1608), also known as Giambologna, mounted on square variegate...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Antique French Tole Handled Bucket/Cachepot 'Labors of Cupid'
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique French Tole Handled Bucket/Cachepot 'Labors of Cupid' France, Circa 1900 A delightful Antique French Tole Handled Bucket/Cachepot, dating back to the early 1900s, originatin...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Metal

Delft Blue and White Delft "Romano" Tobacco Jar
Located in Houston, TX
Delft blue and white Delft "Romano" urn-shape tobacco jar with stepped brass lid, Netherlands, circa 1820. Inscribed “Romano” within a scrolling floral bordered cartouche. "BP" mark ...
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Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Brass

Neoclassical Solid Marble Cream and Gray Obelisk
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning neoclassical or Grand Tour style solid marble cream & gray obelisk Late 20th Century Measures: 2.25"W x 2.25"D x 8"H. Very good original vintage condition. Minor surfac...
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Late 20th Century Pakistani Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Marble

Pair of 19th Century French Neoclassical Painted & Gilt Enameled Porcelain Vases
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a mantel, a console or a buffet with this colorful pair of antique vases. Hand crafted in France circa 1870 and attributed to the Porcelain de Paris Manufacture, the tall ve...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Circa 1900 Neoclassical Wooden Frame with Repoussé Silvered Metal Front Plate
Located in North Miami, FL
Circa 1900 Neoclassical wooden frame with repoussé silvered metal front plate By: unknown Material: glass, silver, wood, metal, leather Technique: repoussé, polished, metalwork, sil...
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Late 19th Century Spanish Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Metal, Silver

Classical Urn
Located in Greenwich, CT
A carved and painted 19th century classical urn with lobed body on footed base topped by turned cap and finial and featuring a superb patina. Now on new wooden plinth with paneled si...
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1840s English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Wood

Wonderful Neoclassical Set of 4 Old Sheffield Candlesticks - Circa 1790
Located in London, London
Made circa 1790, this charming set of 4 Antique Old Sheffield Plate Candlesticks, are in the Neoclassical taste, with bands of acanthus...
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1790s English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Sheffield Plate

R.GUINO (1890-1973): "Le Printemps"(The Spring), 1st edition terracotta c.1930
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Richard GUINO (1890-1973) : "Le Printemps" (The Spring) First edition proof in terracotta. Signed "GUINO" on the terrace and countersigned under the base "R. Guino, 7 rue Daguerre ...
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1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

Large Antique French Sèvres Style Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Vase
Located in London, GB
Large antique French Sèvres style porcelain and gilt bronze vase French, 19th Century Overall dimensions: Height 157cm, width 60cm, depth 44cm Vase: Height 141cm, width 60cm, depth...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Ormolu

Mid-Century French Cut Crystal Vase with Etched Geometric and Floral Motifs
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a side table or enfilade with this elegant antique vase. Crafted in France circa 1960, the tall neoclassical vase sits on a octagonal base and embellished with a wide mouth ...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Crystal

Delft Blue and White "Varinas" Tobacco Jar
Located in Houston, TX
Delft blue and white "Varinas" tobacco jar with lid, Netherlands, circa 1790-1809. Decorated with floral medallion with painted reverse. Inscribed with "Varinas," a tobacco variety c...
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Late 18th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Metal

A 19th Century Patinated Bronze after Moreau on Slate Base
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Bronze statue with dark colored patination featuring a seated classical lady after James Pradier (1790-1852). She is set on an oval polished slate marble base. This bronze is inspire...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Bronze

19th Century Slate Neo Classical Garniture Clock Set Dimensions : Clock - 17"
Located in Long Branch, NJ
​19th Century Slate Neo Classical Garniture Clock Set Dimensions : Clock - 17" Wide X 19.5" Tall X 9" Deep Cassolettes - 16" Tall X 8" Wide X 8" Deep
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Early 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Marble, Brass

Unusual Pair of 19th Century Paris Vases
Located in London, GB
A sophisticated pair of Paris porcelain: Campana vases on bases. The body is hand-painted with elaborate flower panels and the rims of the vases are adorned with retrousseed leaves. ...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Delft Blue and White "Manilla" Tobacco Jar
Located in Houston, TX
Delft blue and white "Manilla" tobacco jar with stepped brass lid, Netherlands, circa 1790-1809. Decorated with floral cartouche, within which "Manilla" is inscribed. Manilla refers ...
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Late 18th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Brass

Ormolu Sèvres Porcelain Bronze Candelabra François Boucher, 18th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
A very rare Ormolu Sèvres Porcelain Gilt Bronze Candlesticks Candelabra with a hand painted scene by François Boucher. ‘P . F . Boucher’ original mark o...
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18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Bronze, Ormolu

Delft Blue and White "Havana" Tobacco Jar
Located in Houston, TX
Delft blue and white "Havana" tobacco jar, with stepped brass lid. Made in the Netherlands circa 1800. Surface of jar decorated with floral cartouche, within which "Havana" is inscribed. De Drie...
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Late 18th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Delft, Faience

Antique French Gilt Bronze and Cut Glass Clock Set
Located in London, GB
This beautiful three-piece clock set is designed in a French neoclassical style, popular in 19th century decorative arts. The set has been crafted from clear, cut glass and fine gilt...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Bronze, Ormolu

Antique Lion Inkwell Desk Inkstand Napoleon French c1890
Located in Mimizan, FR
Antique Lion Inkwell Desk Inkstand French c1890 Handsome Lion Bronze Good condition with minor signs of wear for its age.
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1890s French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Delft Blue and White "Manilla" Tobacco Jar
Located in Houston, TX
Delft blue and white "Manilla" tobacco jar with stepped brass lid, Netherlands, circa 1790-1809. Decorated with floral cartouche, within which "Manilla" is inscribed. Manilla refers to a mild variety of tobacco popular at that time. De Drie Klokken...
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Late 18th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Brass

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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