Neoclassical Lighting
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
Thomas Morgan Regency Style White Gold Pineapple Lamp
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Thomas Morgan White Gold Giltwood Pineapple Lamp
Additional information:
Materials: Giltwood, Gold
Color: Silver
Place of Origin: North America
Period: 2000 - 2009
Styles: Italian,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Giltwood
Set of Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze Wall Sconces by Gherardo Degli Albizzi
Located in Florence, Tuscany
Decorative set of two large gilt bronze figural wall sconces by Gherardo Degli Albizzi. Female figure is characterized by a very rich veget...
Category
2010s Italian Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
18th Century Delft Wall Sconces Candelabra Chinoiserie Kangxi Style a pair
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
A pair Dutch Delftware Royal Delft bronze mounted wall sconces candelabra wall plates
Decorative Delft plates mounted in gilt bronze with on top a ribbon and
a faun mask with 2 candl...
Category
18th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
A Classical Nickel And Curved Murano Glass Italian Lantern
Located in London, GB
An Italian nickel and curved Murano amber glass lantern from the early 20th century. Very good quality casting and glass panels. The canopy with scrolled acanthus design. Finials to ...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Nickel
Pair of Italian Neoclassical Giltwood Sconces, 19th Century
Located in Charleston, SC
This elegant pair of Neoclassical Giltwood Sconces where made in Italy in the early Nineteenth Century. The Neoclassical Giltwo...
Category
Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
Grand Scale 19thc French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze 8 Light Table Lamp c1880
Located in Opa Locka, FL
c1880 French Neoclassical style 8 Light Table Lamp. This is a large, grand scale Gilt Bronze Lamp.Please look closely at pictures as they show the...
Category
1880s French Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
pedestal and its neo-classical plaster light basin circa 1940/1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
pedestal and its neo-classical plaster light basin circa 1940/1950
Dimensions colonne : 118 x 20 x 20 cm
Dimensions vasque : 47 x 37 x 31 cm
Category
1940s European Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Plaster
Pair of Ralph Lauren Nickel Retractable Sconces
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Miami, FL
Pair Ralph Lauren 'Sargent' swing arm wall lamps, c., 2-light wall articulated wall sconce, in "Butler's silver" finish, marked "Ralph Lauren" on wal...
Category
1990s American Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass, Nickel
1920’s Caldwell Gilt Bronze Sconces with Hazelnuts
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell gilt bronze sconces with hazelnuts and acorns design
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
1900s Hurricane Glass Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900 traditional gild bronze and silver plate finish sconces with hurricane glass inset. Williamsburg style
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Large Neoclassical Style Bronze Double Arm Wall Sconce
Located in Barntrup, DE
Large Neoclassical Style Bronze Double Arm Wall Sconce, France, ca. 1970s
One of five large French Neoclassical style bronze candelabra-form wall sconces with elegant urn finials and...
Category
1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Pr. Neo Classical Silver-Plate Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair silver plate sconces of neo classic form, each having two candle arm sockets. Possibly Caldwell, or Sterling on Bronze , unsigned. Both are in good, original, clean and worki...
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Silver Plate
Pair 1940's Neoclassic Italian Provincial Table Lamps
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair Neoclassic Italian Provincial Table Lamps. 1940's. Please look closely at pictures for finiah.
Category
1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Metal
Pair of French Brass and Bronze Ajustable Floor Lamps
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of high quality French Brass floor lamps from a Palm Beach Mansion.
Fully refinished and rewired.
Adjustable stem.
Minimum 55 inches
Maximum 66 inches
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass, Bronze
1950's French Neoclassical style "Winged Lion Holding Lamp" Table Lamp
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1950's Neoclassical style "Winged Lion" Patinate & Gilt Metal Table Lamp. Shade is included.
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Metal
1920’s Caldwell Bronze Sconces with Scrolled Arms
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell double light sconces with scrolled arms
Category
1920s North American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
19thc Large French Neoclassical Bronze & Porcelain Wall Sconce
Located in Opa Locka, FL
19thc Large French Neoclassical style Gilt Bronze and Porcelain Wall Sconce. Painted porcelain insert. Bronze lattice work, fruit basket detail.
Category
1890s French Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and rattan wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 9.25” H x 14.25” W x 7.5” D
Back Plate Dimensions (inches): 8.75” H x ...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass
1920’s Caldwell Gilt Bronze Sconces with Shield design
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell gilt bronze double light sconces with unusual design
Category
1910s North American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Teddy Bears Lamp on Pink Base with White Shade
Located in Lomita, CA
This lamp is a great focal point in a child's area. The teddy bears are having a picnic and your favorite little person is invited. This beautiful lamp features the most elegant teddy bears with polka dots and elegant hats and scarves in a mommy-daughter theme. This lamp is in pristine condition. There are no chips or scratches to the bear figures. The large circular area of the pink painted circular base is also in very good condition without chips or other condition issues to the paint. The shade has been updated and is new. It is not original to the lamp. It measures 22 inches tall and 12 inches deep and wide. The handcrafted rocking chair...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Acrylic, Ceramic
Antique American Student Converted Twin Oil Lamp By Bradley & Hubbard 1800's
Located in High Wycombe, GB
Antique American Student Converted Twin Oil Lamp By Bradley & Hubbard 1800's
The Bradley & Hubbard Manufacturing Company (1852–1940) was formed in Meriden, Connecticut, and over th...
Category
Mid-19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass
Alabaster and Marble Table Lamp France 20th Century
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Alabaster table lamp.
The material is very close from marble and Onyx.
US PLUG ADAPTATOR WILL BE FURNISHED FOR FREE TO THE US BUYERS
Shade is not Furnished
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Alabaster, Marble
1940's Neoclassical Style Brass & Glass Obelisk Form Table Lamp
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Beautiful 1940's Neoclassical style Brass and Glass Obelisk Form Table Lamp. Shade is included.
Category
1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Art Glass
19th Century Dutch Brass Candleholder Wall Sconce
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th Century Dutch brass octagonal wall sconce with candle holder. Flat brass backplate has pressed floral and stem motif surround. Re...
Category
19th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass
1920's Caldwell Gilt Bronze Sconces with Lions Shield
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze double light sconces with lions
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Pair of 1900's Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces with Cherubs
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900’s Caldwell silver plated sconces with cherubs and two lights
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
Pair 1950's Neoclassical Gilt Metal Detailed Wall Sconces
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair Stunning French Neoclassical style Gil Metal Highly Detailed Wall Sconces. Very nice quality of this pair of French Wall Sconces.
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Metal
Set of 4 FOUR 19thc. French Neoclassical style Bronze Ribbon Swag Wall Sconces
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Matched Set of 4 French Neoclassical style Bronze Wall Sconces Mid 19th. c. Bronze draped ribbon swag form with great detail with tassel detail. Original unelectrified state. Can eas...
Category
1860s Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Pair English Regency Style Brass and Cut Glass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of brass and cut glass table lamps in the Roman neoclassical style in the form of ancient athenienne torchiere. Each in excellent condition.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass
1920's Antique Neoclassical style Black and Gold Oil Lantern type Table Lamp
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1920's Antique Neoclassical style Oil Lantern Type Wall Lamp. Shade is included. Beautiful lamp!
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Metal
Pair Beaded Sconces
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a very elegant pair of beaded and crystal pendant Maria Theresa wall sconces that date to the mid-20th century. These sconces are elegant and in very good original condition-...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Brass
neo Classical Meissen style snake handled urn lamp blanc de chine
Located in Farmingdale, NJ
Exceptionally detailed down to the scales of the serpents, minimalist in its blanc-de-chine glaze, the details of snakes and neo classical ornamentation create a clever sleekness in its charm. Placed on an ornate brass lion and paw base. A wonderful single, strong enough to dominate a table space alone.
I have not taken the lamp apart to look for porcelain stamps...
Category
1930s European Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Porcelain
Modern Neo-Classical Style Cerused Pine And Brass Hand Chapman Table Lamps- Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
These are striking! It is a pair of neo-classical style brass and hand form table lamps. They are a cerused pine wood and were designed by Chapman. They are marked and in working order.
Category
Early 2000s American Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Large Solid Brass Architectural Wall Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elegant Pair of vintage wall lantern, beveled glass ,made of solid brass beautiful patina, three 40/watt lights each lantern, suitable for wet location,
Decorative pair.
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass
Formations Sienna Turned Wood & Iron 6 Light Chandelier
By Formations
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A large and Elegant fixture with a sweeping presentation. Sienna 6 light chandelier comprised of wood and iron with a silvery-gilt and ebonized finish. The chandelier with 6 iron ar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Iron
Pair of French Neoclassical Style Bronze Twin Arm Sconces, ca 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
Pair of French Neoclassical or Louis XVI style bronze twin arm sconces from ca. 1920.
This pair of antique bronze sconces has a beautiful round bronze base that has delicate acanthus...
Category
1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
1900's White Molded Glass Light Fixture with Cherubs
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900's white molded glass light fixture with cherubs design 4 interior lights.
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Art Glass
c1914 Pair E.F. Caldwell Neoclassical Bronze & Crystal "Northwind " Wall Sconces
Located in Opa Locka, FL
c1914 E.F. Caldwell Neoclassical style Bronze Figural "Northwing Blowing Beauty" Wall Sconces. Cut Crystal detailed. Very hight quality as only E.F. Caldwell can offer.
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
19thc American Large American Made Grape Tree w/Vines Highly Detailed Candelabra
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Early 19thc American Manufactured Large Grape Tree with Vines Candelabra. With Aurora Borealis Crystal [not red like it looks in pic. This is a large...
Category
1840s American Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Fine Pair of Porta Romana Gilt Obelisk Form Lamps
By Porta Romana
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A pair of very fine quality Table Lamps by Porta Romana with an elemental Obelisk form and a sophisticated burnished gold finish. Takes a Candelabra base bulb.
H. 25", base 5 x 5"
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Giltwood
Czech Crystal Beaded Pendant Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous, Czech 1920s crystal beaded pendant chandelier in the neoclassical style.
The fixture consists of graduating glass beads secured by two brass, j...
Category
1920s Czech Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Brass
1940's French Neoclassical Maison Bagues Bronze Documented Table Lamp
Located in Opa Locka, FL
c1940's French Neoclassical style Maison Bagues Signed and Documented Bronze Palm Table Lamp. Heavy high quality lamp!
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Stunning Set of 3 Midcentury Made, Large Size Hand Carved Alabaster Wall Sconces
Located in Lisse, NL
Best ever quality AND larger than normal alabaster wall lights.
Over the past 5 years we have seen our midcentury made and our antique alabaster fixtures become ever more popular bo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Alabaster, Metal, Aluminum
Pair 19th C., Russian Neoclassical Bronze, Iron & Feather Pulled Floor Lamps
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair, Magnificent 19th Century Bronze, Iron & Feather Pulled Floor Lamp Torchieres.
Likely Russian in original, possibly outdoor light posts from an important building. Extremely heavy gilt bronze bases with Neoclassical scroll work accented by fine wrought iron feathers. The center stem (which hides the electrical work) is surrounded by 4 finely cast bronze rods with additional central twists for detail. Studded iron work gives further support and detailing.
The lamps have a detachable "hood" that showcases a later feather pulled art glass shade, each custom made to fit the lamps very eloquently by James Lundberg of Lundberg Glass...
Category
19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze, Wrought Iron
American Neoclassical Style Glass and Brass Chandelier
Located in Fairfax, VA
American 1920s heavy white glass, resemble white alabaster but much more durable in neoclassical style chandelier with brass chain and canopy.
Three lights, 150watts max each.
Profes...
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass
Neoclassical Style Greek Key & Urn Cast Metal Wall Candle Sconces Signed Empire
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
This is a great looking pair of neoclassical style sconces with a streamlined urn shape in the center and Greek Key designs where the arms meet the urn. The sconces were once electri...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Metal
1900's Caldwell Large Bronze 3 Lights Sconces with Crystal Leaves and Urn
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900's large Caldwell sconces with 3 lights, glass leaves and crystal urn body on top
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Antique Old Paris Porcelain Neoclassical Portrait Lamp, c.1850
By Old Paris
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique Old Paris Porcelain Neoclassical Portrait Lamp - Vase c.1850 later electrified
Additional information:
Materials: Porcelain
Color:...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Porcelain
White-gold Murano glass sconces - a pair
By Venini
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of Neoclassical style Murano glass wall sconces, attributed to Venini, Italy 1970s.
The Mid Century sconces are made of hand blown Murano glass.
They have a milk white bottom va...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Gold Plate
Pair of Large Solid Copper Architectural Wall Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elegant Pair of vintage wall lantern, seeded texture glass, made of solid copper beautiful patina, one 60/watt light each lantern, suitable for wet location,
Decorative pair.
Backp...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Copper
19thc British Signed & Documented F&C Osler Cut Glass Gas to Electric Chandelier
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Mid 19thc British Neoclassical style Cut & Frosted Art Glass Gas Converted to Electric Chandelier. This piece is signed and documented [Museum]. Very rar...
Category
1850s English Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Art Glass
Erato Muse of Dance Table Lamp Brocade, 19th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
A 19th Century Neoclassical table lamp with “Dance” description and a dome brocade lampshade.
A scene with Erato from Greek mythology, daughter of Zeus, the one who awakens desire, t...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Spelter
19thc French Neoclassical style Bronze/ Palmette Motif Chandelier Maison Bagues
Located in Opa Locka, FL
19thc French Antique Neoclassical style Gilt Bronze Chandelier by Maison Bagues. Superior quality with Bronze Palmette detail. Neoclassical elements adorn this rare chandelier. Frenc...
Category
1890s French Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Graceful Italian NeoClassical Alabaster Bell Shaped Urn Lamp
Located in Chicago, IL
Graceful Italian NeoClassical Alabaster Bell Shaped Urn Lamp
more photos available.
some wear to the alabaster.
Shade not included.
32" height to top of socket.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Alabaster
Lute and Tambourine players Table Lamp Silk Brocade, 19th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
A 19th Century Neoclassical table lamp with “Musique” description with a dome brocade silk lampshade.
A lady playing the lute and a young child (putti) playing the tambourine
Heigh...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Spelter
Vintage Pair of Italian Marble / Alabaster Pineapple Lamps
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Pair of Italian Marble Pineapple Lamps. Not exactly sure of the material. Assuming it is Marble or Alabaster. Or possibly one is Marble a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Alabaster, Marble
Set of Four Bronze and Bead Crystal Presidential Wall Sconce
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A set of four neoclassical beaded presidential wall sconces. This bronze light fixture features decorative crystal accents.
Category
1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Pair 19thc Neoclassic Bronzw/Eglomise Cherubs Cavorting Wall Sconces by Caldwell
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair c1890 Neoclassical style Bronze Wall Sconces Featuring Carved Back Eglomise Mirrored Wall Sconces. Signed by E.F. Caldwell. The cherubs are so sweetly rendered. One facing to th...
Category
1890s American Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Neoclassical lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical lighting 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 lighting created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, bronze and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical lighting made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original lighting, popular names associated with this style include Edward F. Caldwell & Co., Workstead, Maison Baguès, and Gherardo Degli Albizzi. 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 lighting differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $140 and tops out at $240,000 while the average work can sell for $3,427.
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