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Classical Roman Furniture

CLASSICAL ROMAN STYLE

During Mount Vesuvius’ eruption in 79 A.D., Pompeii and Herculaneum in today’s Italy were preserved as they were on the day of their destruction. Particularly at Herculaneum, furnishings were carbonized beneath volcanic ash. This was pivotal to understanding how Classical Roman furniture was designed. Archaeological investigations and printed reproductions of discoveries would influence styles evoking this ancient civilization, from the Renaissance to neoclassicism.

While knowledge of Classical Roman furniture comes from rare surviving pieces, it is also derived from frescoes and sculptures portraying Roman life. Much of Roman art, architecture and design was informed by Greece — Roman architect, military engineer and writer Marcus Vitruvius Pollio, whose timeless De architectura is taught in contemporary architecture classes and pays tribute to classical architecture, visited Greece while working under Julius Caesar and admired the country’s architectural developments. The Roman solium references the Greek thronos, a stately chair of honor with an upright form and footstool. As the Roman Empire spread across Europe and into North Africa and Western Asia, the expansion of trade for silver, silk, marble and wood allowed for more luxurious designs.

Classical Roman furniture was made from bronze, wood and stone — in particular, marble — with ornate touches like tortoiseshell veneers, bone and glass inlays and claw feet. Ornaments depicting lion heads and mythological figures were sculpted from silver, bronze and ivory. Compared to the decorative attention given to the mosaic floors and wall paintings, however, furniture for even a wealthy house was minimal. It focused on the necessities for guests arriving for both socializing and business and the rooms housing family, relatives and enslaved people.

The triclinium dining room had banquet couches, items so prized they were sometimes interred with the deceased. Tall bronze or terracotta candelabras held oil lamps for lighting. Carved marble tables reflected status, while the lararium home shrine demonstrated faith.

Find a collection of Classical Roman decorative objects, tables, seating and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Classical Roman
21st Century Studio Irvine Fusto Side Console Table Mod. I Concrete Green Cement
Located in Rome, Lazio
Console table part of a collection of modular system in ultra high performing cement mortar. UHPC shelves and abutment colored in the mixture and sandblasted. Available in three diff...
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Furniture

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Concrete

Bust of Antinoos in the style of classical Rome
Located in Madrid, ES
Bust of Antinoos made of moulded and carved limestone, following models of classical Rome. It is solid stone. It is part of a series of 8 copies distributed exclusively by our gallery.
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Classical Roman Furniture

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Cast Stone

Column in red Pyrenean marble from the late 19th century
Located in Paris, FR
Marble column with a cylindrical shaft in red Pyrenean marble resting on a square base in grey Sainte Anne marble, on a black marble base. The swivel top is also in gray Sainte Anne ...
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Early 1900s French Antique Classical Roman Furniture

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Marble

Bust of Emperor Lucius Aurelius Verus
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique Bust of Roman Emperor Lucius Aurelius Verus. the hair and beard is covered in Green Algae.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Classical Roman Furniture

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Limestone

Late 18th Century Micromosaic with Parrot on a branch. From a Model by G.Raffael
By Giacomo Raffaelli
Located in Paris, FR
Large micro-mosaic plate representing a parrot on a branch. From a model by Giacomo Raffaelli. The quality and shape of the shards of this micromosai...
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1790s Italian Antique Classical Roman Furniture

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Art Glass, Cut Glass

A fine 19th century Italian Carrera marble statue of a femaie lady with her dog.
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine 19th century Italian Carrera marble hand carved female seated with her dog. Carrera marble pedestal included and optional.
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Classical Roman Furniture

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Carrara Marble

Carved Marble Table Lamp with Cupid Figures Made in Italy signed Corsi
Located in New York, NY
Finely carved marble table lamp having two cupid figures, playing around a center pole. The lamp is in very good original, clean and working condition, showing only light cosmetic we...
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Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture

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Marble

Early 20C Medici Print of Putti Under a Vine
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING A GLORIOUS & RARE Early 20C Medici Print of ‘Putti Under a Vine’. From the very early 20th Century, circa 1911. Framed and sold by Foster Bro...
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Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture

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Paper

Baker Furniture Mahogany Partial Gilt and Green Baker Wall Mirror
Located in Germantown, MD
A midcentury Baker Furniture Company mirror in the roman style. parcel gilt frame with dark green interior paint. Mirror glass is 23W x 46H.
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Mid-20th Century American Classical Roman Furniture

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Paint, Giltwood, Mahogany, Mirror

Large Pair of Restored Vintage Roman Corinthian Pillar Marble Brass Tables Lamps
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of vintage Italian Carrara Marble & Brass Roman Corinthian Pillared table lamps. These lamps came from a very fine antiques dealer in Belgium...
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20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture

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Carrara Marble, Brass

Painted Glass & Brass Candlestick Lamp / Square Bell Silk Shade in Expresso
Located in Malibu, CA
Classical style table lamp with brass base and hand painted glass column. RH Silk shade included. Shade: Base size 11" Top Dia 5.5" Height 10"
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20th Century Classical Roman Furniture

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Brass

17th Century Set Of Venetian Bronze Door Handles On Wooden Stands
Located in Bradenton, FL
Set of four 17th century Venetian bronze door handles, set on ebonized wooden stands. Each handle is a original of a bronze bust of an ancient Italian man affixed to a square wooden ...
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17th Century Italian Antique Classical Roman Furniture

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Bronze

Venus Medici, Head in Carrara White Marble, Late 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Venus medici - head in carrara white marble. Late 19th century Measures: Height 36 cm Width 20 cm Depth 19 cm Weight 15 kg Maximum projection 44 cm Statue base 12 x 10 cm Place where...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Classical Roman Furniture

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Carrara Marble

Antique and Large Alabaster Pendant w. Rope and Hand Carved Flower & Leafs, 1910
Located in Lisse, NL
Top class chandelier with a unique white, black and amber color alabaster shade, perfect ropes and a hand knotted canopy. Thank to its restored alabaster shade this antique chandeli...
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Early 20th Century European Classical Roman Furniture

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Alabaster, Bronze

Giò Ponti La Conversazione Classica
Located in Weesp, NL
Are you looking for a unique and timeless addition to your home or business? Look no further than these 10 exquisite ceramic tiles designed by the legendary Gio Ponti for Bardelli Ceramica Italy...
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1980s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture

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Ceramic

17th Century Marble Bust of Man
Located in New Orleans, LA
Beautiful, albeit heavily distressed stone bust depicting an authoritarian man on a pedestal. Softly colored grey stone with many details intact including draping on tunic, eyes, be...
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17th Century French Antique Classical Roman Furniture

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Stone

French Patinated Bronze Bust of the Greek Hero Ajax, circa 1880
Located in Dallas, TX
Grand Tour French, patinated bronze bust of the Greek hero/mythological warrior Ajax (Menelaus) on a socle base, circa 1880. Ajax wears a helmet with batt...
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19th Century French Antique Classical Roman Furniture

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Bronze

White and Gilt Capodimonte Porcelain Urns with Lids and Putti Decoration
Located in Essex, MA
Pair of white and gilt hand painted Capodimonte classical urns with lids on a tapering square base. The urns have Classic scrolled handles and are decorated on the bodies with raised...
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19th Century Italian Antique Classical Roman Furniture

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Porcelain

24" Syroco Ornamental Italian Style Giltwood Wall Shelf
Located in Germantown, MD
A large 23.25" Syroco Ornamental Italian Style Giltwood Wall Shelf. Good vintage condition. Measures 23.25" in width, 10" in depth and 9" in height.
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Mid-20th Century American Classical Roman Furniture

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Hardwood, Giltwood

21st Century, Studio Irvine Fusto Console Table Mod.i Concrete Light Blue Cement
Located in Rome, Lazio
Console table part of a collection of modular system in ultra high performing cement mortar. UHPC shelves and abutment colored in the mixture and sandblasted. Available in three diff...
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Concrete

21st Century Studio Irvine Fusto Side Console Table Mod.i Concrete Powder Cement
Located in Rome, Lazio
Console table part of a collection of modular system in ultra high performing cement mortar. UHPC shelves and abutment colored in the mixture and sandblasted. Available in three diff...
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Concrete

TERRACOTTA HORSE HEAD OF SELENE'S CHARIOT end 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
TERRACOTTA HORSE HEAD OF SELENE'S CHARIOT end 19th Century Italy HEIGHT 25 cm WIDTH 31 cm the goddess of the full moon Sculptor: Pheidias (Phidi...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Classical Roman Furniture

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Terracotta

Roman Style Gesso over Plaster Carved Head of Jupiter on Circular Base
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Roman style gesso over plaster carved head of the god Jupiter on circular base. Emanating the grandeur of ancient Rome, this verist representation of the god Jupiter, intricately c...
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19th Century Antique Classical Roman Furniture

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Gesso, Plaster

Italian Bronze Wall Lamp with Old Mirror
Located in Buggiano, IT
Original 1940s Italian bronze wall lamp with old mirror. In working condition. Equipped with original 20th century European wiring. We recommend buyer consu...
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1940s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture

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Bronze

Roman Marble Trapezophorus circa 1st-2nd Century A.D
Located in Madrid, ES
A Roman marble trapezophorus in the Form of a Barbarian Dacian young figure. Circa 1st-2nd century A.D. Measure: height 24 1/4 inches (62 cm). Property from Mr. Radu Moldovan, Skokie, Illinois Provenance: B.C. Holland Gallery...
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Marble

21st Century Studio Irvine Fusto Concrete Coffee Table Green Fir Cement Mod.II
Located in Rome, Lazio
Surrealism, primitivism, metaphysics and brutalism. Art together with architecture and design build a scenario of inspirations and continuous references through which the material ri...
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Furniture

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Concrete

Antique Collection of Sculptures, Plaques and Elements in Plaster French Origin
Located in Buxton, GB
Fabulous Collection of Plaster Sculptures/Carved Elements 7 Individual Carvings Plaster Nice Patina French Origin Beautiful Carved Details 19th Century/ Early 20th Would look ...
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Early 1900s French Antique Classical Roman Furniture

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Plaster

Large Vintage Classical Italian Pottery Urn Fluted Vase Hand Made Jar 18"
Located in Wilton, CT
Large vintage hand turned Italian pottery vase with fluted sides and S-form handles. Classical Italian urn form. Great looking piece. Circa late 20th century. 18" high, 16" across ha...
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Late 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture

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Pottery

Midcentury Italian Serliana Palladian Style Burl-Wood Beveled Wall Mirrors
Located in Southampton, NJ
An unusual midcentury version of Classic Italian 'Serliana" shape burl-wood wall mirrors with distinct Palladian architecture design elements. For history & design influences see: "I...
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20th Century American Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage Italian Florentine Cobalt Blue and Gold Large Footed Ashtray
By Castel Limoges
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Hand painted gilded cobalt blue KBNY Ashtray Capodimonte Italy. Vintage Limoges, Sevres style porcelain ashtray in cobalt royal blue with fine gold decor. Beautiful Collectible royal blue porcelain ash tray handcrafted and hand painted with 22-karat gold. This Italian porcelain ashtray has a lovely cobalt blue Sevres base color to the porcelain with stunning gold color accents. Beautiful Florentine style footed large ashtray with gilded accents on rich royal blue. The vintage dish...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture

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Porcelain

Roman Emperor Bust Plaster Life Size Mark Anthony
Located in Buxton, GB
This beautiful sculpture is a stunning depiction of the famous Roman emperor Mark Anthony. The piece is made of high-quality plaster and stands at an impress...
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Mid-20th Century French Classical Roman Furniture

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Plaster

Marble Roman relief representing a Christogram
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Marble Roman relief representing a Christogram Roman relief - 4th century 25 x 22 x 8 cm Provenance : Collection of the Château de B. À Nevers by Georges C.S., scholar born in 1833 and deceased in 1909 The entire castle and its collections were acquired in 1938 by the current owners of the estate A christogram is a monogram or combination of letters that forms an abreviation for the name of Jesus Christ. This rare fragment combines chi (X) and rho (P), the first two letters of Christ's name in Greek and it is one of the oldest and most popular early christian symbol. The monogram of Christ, or chrismon, is also a powerful symbol of imperial victory: it appeared to Emperor Constantine the Great before his battle against Maxentius in ad 312, promising victory in the name of Christ. In Plato's Timaeus, it is explained that the two bands which form the "world soul" (anima mundi...
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Classical Roman Furniture

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Marble

Venus Bust Wall Plaque in Plaster
Located in Buxton, GB
This beautiful antique sculpture depicts the Roman goddess Venus and is a true masterpiece of art. The sculpture is a large, life-size bust made of high-quality plaster and was prod...
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Mid-20th Century French Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Plaster

Bisque Porcelain Couple in Conversation, French, 19th Century
Located in Lantau, HK
A 19th century French bisque porcelain figurine of a couple seated and engaged in a conversation. The figurine is marked on back and ...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Classical Roman Furniture

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Ceramic

Fusto Domestic Landscape, Concrete Coffee Table Yellow Cement Mod.II
Located in Rome, Lazio
Surrealism, primitivism, metaphysics and brutalism. Art together with architecture and design build a scenario of inspirations and continuous references through which the material ri...
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Concrete, Cement

English Victorian Parian Ware Figure
Located in Newark, England
The figure sat upon a hollowed oval pedestal base with a beautifully detailed scene of cupid sat upon a lion, the figural group named The Power of Love to the front centre dates to t...
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Early 1900s Antique Classical Roman Furniture

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Ceramic

Archeology One, Classical Nero Marquina Marble Table by Luca Scacchetti
Located in Cologna Veneta, IT
With a sculptural and imposing base in shape and size, which takes up the architectural design of an ancient temple, the Archeology table stands out due to its strong stage presence ...
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble

A fine thick 19th century Rouge marble pedestal . Beautiful quality
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine 19th century Rouge hand carved solid and stout marble pedestal . Excellent condition
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Late 19th Century French Antique Classical Roman Furniture

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Griotte Marble

A fine 19th century French signed bronze of Victory. Parcel gilt details .
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine 19th century French bronze depicting Victory. Signed with beautiful details and parcel gilt sword and wreath.
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Late 19th Century French Antique Classical Roman Furniture

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Bronze

21st Century, Studio Irvine Fusto Console Table Mod, I Concrete Brick Red Cement
Located in Rome, Lazio
Console table part of a collection of modular system in ultra high performing cement mortar. UHPC shelves and abutment colored in the mixture and sandblasted. Available in three diff...
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Concrete

Late 19th Century Bronze Bust of Cupid by Agathon Léonard
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A finely bust of Cupido/Amor, made of patinated bronze. Fine quality casting and chiseling. Signed on the right shoulder Agathon Léonard. On the back the bronze foundry mark F. Golds...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Classical Roman Furniture

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Bronze

Antique Handcrafted Bronze Table Centerpiece Bowl by F. Levillain & Barbedienne
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning French bronze tazza with wine & Bacchus theme, by Ferdinand LEVILLAIN (1837-1905). Every time we find an antique of this extraordinary quality and beauty we wonder what p...
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19th Century French Antique Classical Roman Furniture

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Bronze

Barbedienne Foundry Bronze Model of Spinario
Located in London, GB
A Mid-19th century French bronze model of Spinario, cast by the celebrated Barbedienne foundry, after the antique, with stamp to base. This sculpture is a 19th century French copy...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Classical Roman Furniture

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Bronze

Eros on Dolphin Made with Compressed Marble Powder, 'Medium'
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
Eros, who is considered the god of love in Greek mythology, also appears as a savior. It is not only a symbol of love, but also of everlasting creative reproduction. The original of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Classical Roman Furniture

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Marble

Stylish & Majestic Looking Antique, Green Onyx and Bronze Column Pedestal Stand
Located in Lisse, NL
Wonderful column pedestal with a rotating top for perfectly displaying a work of art or otherwise. This antique and classical design pedestal is perfect for showcasing an antique ...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Classical Roman Furniture

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Onyx, Bronze

Architectural Clock Depicting Medici Lion & Cassolettes in Bronze, Set of 3
Located in CHALON-SUR-SAÔNE, FR
Clock, architectural form, in black and green marble, the dial in gilded bronze, pilasters in patinated bronze with Corinthian capitals, the pediment framing a terrace welcoming the ...
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Late 19th Century European Antique Classical Roman Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

Original Antique Print of Burgos Cathedral, Spain. After David Roberts. C.1850
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful image of The Interior of Burgos Cathedral Fine steel engraving after David Roberts Published circa 1850 Unframed.
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1850s English Antique Classical Roman Furniture

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Paper

21st Century Studio Irvine Fusto Rectangular Cement Table Concrete Powder Color
Located in Rome, Lazio
Rectangular shape dining table part of a collection of modular system in ultra-high performing cement mortar. UHPC tabletop and base colored in the mixture and sandblasted. Available...
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Furniture

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Concrete

Richard Ginori Designer Italian White & Gold Espresso Coffee or Tea Cup Saucer
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Italian espresso coffee or tea demitasse cup and saucer 'Toscana' by designer Richard Ginori, circa mid-20th century, Italy. Porcelain cup and saucer have beautiful shape...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture

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Ceramic, Porcelain

Cast Iron Bust of Nike
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
We presents for your consideration, this cast-iron bust of Nike. A handsome decorative object for the garden, garden terrace, or interior space, Nike will add that layer of colle...
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20th Century English Classical Roman Furniture

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Iron

Weathered Brass Garden Sundial This sundial is made in Cast Brass
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Weathered Brass Garden Sundial This sundial is made in Cast Brass, it is a heavy piece, the numerals are Roman and there are also the astrological signs around the bottom A very att...
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1960s Vintage Classical Roman Furniture

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Brass

Richard Ginori Designer Italian Coffee or Tea Cup and Saucer in Green and Gold
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Italian white porcelain with emerald green and gold coffee or tea cup and saucer by designer Richard Ginori, circa mid-20th century, Italy. Colors include Emerald green, ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture

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Gold

Roman military cheek piece of a helmet fragment with Jupiter’s eagle
Located in EL CAMPELLO, ES
ITEM: Military cheek piece of a helmet fragment with Jupiter’s eagle MATERIAL: Bronze CULTURE: Roman PERIOD: 3rd Century A.D DIMENSIONS: 180 mm x 123 mm CONDITION: Good condition PROVENANCE: Ex Alison Barker private collection, a retired London barrister, acquired between 1960s – 1990s BIBLIOGRAPHY: RUCINSKI, E., Get the picture?: Iconography of cheek pieces on Roman Imperial cavalry helmets...
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Classical Roman Furniture

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Bronze

Terracotta Bust of Roman Emperor
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This terra-cotta sculpture no doubt depicts the bust of Roman Emperor or Senator in classical dress gazing over his left shoulder. This is a magnificently robust life size bust...
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1960s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture

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Terracotta

High Frame Two, Classical Bianco Perla Marble Table by Luca Scacchetti
Located in Cologna Veneta, IT
High Frame is a coffee table in Bianco Perla marble that transforms into an original showpiece when placed in the living room or in other interior environments. Created in collabor...
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Furniture

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Marble, Carrara Marble

Ancient Rome 100 AD Asian Amulet Seal Necklace in 22Kt Gold With Tiger Eye
Located in Miami, FL
Ancient piece from the imperial Roman period, circa 100 AD. A very rare amulet-seal found at the Roman provinces region in Asia. This piece is carved and smooth polished from a natu...
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15th Century and Earlier Syrian Antique Classical Roman Furniture

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Agate, Gold

Fine Italian Terracotta Mantlepiece Early 20th Century
Located in Toronto, CA
Fabulous terracotta mantel piece or fire surround, inscribed PIUS IX on the left hand side and MDCCLX (1760) on the right. The top section of the mantelpiece carved with two angels h...
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20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture

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Terracotta

Pair of Fine Engravings of City of Rome, Italy, Matted, Printed in 1816
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A pair of rare and quite beautiful pair of engravings of the city of Rome, printed in 1816. Both are printed from original copper plate. Custom handmade French mat in the 18th centu...
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1810s Italian Antique Classical Roman Furniture

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Paper

Classical Roman furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Classical Roman furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, building and garden elements, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with stone, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Classical Roman furniture 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 furniture, popular names associated with this style include Europa Antiques, Luca Scacchetti, LAGU, and Richard Ginori. 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 furniture 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 $150,000 while the average work can sell for $2,914.

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