Neoclassical Furniture
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
Brass Rectangular Coffee Table in the Style of Maison Jansen, circa 1940
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This rectangular two tiers neoclassical style coffee table is made of brass. This is a French work in the style of Maison Jansen. Circa 1940.
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
1965′ Maison Charles Fougères Lamp In Bronze Signed
Located in Paris, FR
SCULPTURE LAMP Fougéres model in gilded bronze with its oval-shaped lampshade in double patina brushed gilded brass with top and bottom edging on its black marble base.
Dimensions: H...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Neoclassic French Flute-Carved Commode, Bleached w/Grey Top and Accent Trim
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassic carved and painted wood commode from the 19th century. This antique chest from France features a rectangular-shaped top, which slightly overhangs the neoclassical...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Transitional Andrew Gower for Jasper Group Portrait Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Fabulous transitional style set of four Portrait dining or guest chairs by Jasper Group.
Elegant lines define the portrait's timeless classic design, the serpentine front balances w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Maple
Wonderful Sherle Wagner 3 French Bronze Glass Dome Flush Mount Light Fixtures
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful set of 3 French bronze & milk glass dome flush mount light fixtures in the style and manor of Sherle Wagner
Each fixture sold separately.
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
French Neoclassic Period Painted Wood Chest with Marble Top and Brass Accents
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French period Neoclassical commode, with brass accents and marble top, from the early 19th century. This antique chest from France features a rectangular-shaped marble top, with pr...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble
Pair Of 19th Century Green Marble & Ormolu Vases
Located in Firenze, IT
Shipping policy
No additional costs will be added to this order.
Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included).
A Pair of 19th Century Marble Vases...
Category
1830s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
Antique French Neoclassical White Marble & Bronze Pedestal Sculpture Stand 49"
Located in Dayton, OH
An Antique French Neoclassical Pedestal or Stand, Circa 1900s. Made from white marble with a sandwiched top over a round tapered column with ornate bronze detail. The stand is suppor...
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Monumental clock in gilded bronze representing Spartacus
Located in Paris, FR
Monumental clock in gilded and patinated bronze representing Spartacus freed from his chains.
Date of manufacture : circa 1850
Working condition, still maintained by the master watch...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Antique Neoclassical Bisque Porcelain Figure of a Classical Woman & Bird C1850
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Neoclassical Bisque Porcelain Figure of a Classical Woman & Bird C1850
Measures - 12.5"H x 4.25"W x 4.25"D
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Neoclassical Bisque Porcelain Figure of Classical Woman & Flowers C1850
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Neoclassical Bisque Porcelain Figure of Classical Woman & Flowers C1850
Measures - 13.5"H x 4.5"W x 4.5"D
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Neoclassical Bisque Porcelain Figure of a Woman with a Water Jug C1850
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Neoclassical Bisque Porcelain Figure of a Woman with a Water Jug C1850
Measures - 14.25"H x 3.75"W x 3.75"D
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Neoclassical Bisque Porcelain Figure of a Cherub C1850
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Neoclassical Bisque Porcelain Figure of a Cherub C1850
Measures - 13.75"H x 5"W x 5"D
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Neoclassical Porcelain Figure, Nude Classical Woman & Butterfly, C1850
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Neoclassical Bisque Porcelain Figure of a Nude Classical Woman & Butterfly, C1850
Measures - 15.5"H x 3.75"W x 3.75"D
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
18th C French Carved & Painted Wood Commode
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French carved and painted wood commode, with faux marble top and Neoclassic hardware, from the 18th century. This antique chest features a hand-painted faux-marble top, over a nice...
Category
18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
French Neoclassical Commode w/Subtle Breakfront & Gorgeous Marble Top, 19th C.
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French wooden commode, with inlay details and gorgeous marble top, from the 19th century. This antique chest from France is topped with the most spectacular marble; full of movemen...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
18th Century French Carved Walnut Stool w/Gilded Silver Leaf
Located in Chicago, IL
18th Century French Carved Walnut Stool w/Gilded Silver Leaf. Absolutely beautiful stool in great condition.
Measures 18" tall 16'5" wide 12" deep
Category
1750s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Antique Neoclassical Bisque Porcelain Figure of a Classical Woman & Lute, C1850
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Neoclassical Bisque Porcelain Figure of a Classical Roman-Greco Woman & Lute, C1850
Measures- 15.5''H x 4.75''W x 4.5''D
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Stunning Neoclassical Style Tapestry Upholstered Bench
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Stylish Neoclassical bench having reeded cast brass tapered legs and fabulous tapestry upholstery with royal shield motif.
Category
1970s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Neoclassical Style Swedish Small Painted Bench with Carved Guilloche Décor
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Neoclassical style small bench from the 20th century with gray and cream painted finish, carved side supports, guilloche friezes and fluted legs. This Swedish Neoclassical ...
Category
20th Century Swedish Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Giltwood Chaise Lounge By Ebanista/Pakzad International
By Ebanista
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning, carved gilt-wood bench with rolled arms and velvet upholstery from Ebanista/Pakzad International
Real 24kt gold leaf finish and salmon pink velvet upholstery.
A stateme...
Category
Early 2000s European Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Giltwood, Velvet
Alan Bean American Success Story Astronaut Earth Space Giclee on Canvas 31"
Located in Dayton, OH
2006 giclee on canvas print titled "An American Success Story" by Astronaut Alan Bean, showing "Astronaut John Young in April 1972 as he stood proudly on the moon and saluted the Ame...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Canvas
Eugène Marioton: Bronze sculpture of Christ, stamped Sciot Decauville Paris
Located in Zemst, BE
Bronze sculpture of Christ
by Eugène Marioton, French famous sculpturer (Paris 1857-1933)
This artwork dates around about 1900, and is made in ca...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Tall Alabaster Column Table Lamps
Located in London, London
Table lamps
Alabaster
Column
Octagonal bases
Shades not included
Italy Early to mid 20th Century
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Alabaster
French Empire Period Set of Four Provincial Walnut Chairs, 1st quarter 19th cen.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Each chair having a shaped and open splat backrest and a drop in rush seat, two of the rush seats older than the others, the round seats are raised on flared square tapering legs
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Rush, Walnut
Antique Neoclassical Bisque Porcelain Figure, Woman at a Well, C1850
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Neoclassical Bisque Porcelain Figure of a Classical Roman-Greco Woman at a Well with Water Jug, C1850
Measures- 12.75''H x 7.5''W x 6''D
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Neoclassical Bisque Porcelain Figure of a Classical Woman & Grain C1850
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Neoclassical Bisque Porcelain Figure of a Classical Roman-Greco Woman & Grain C1850
Measures- 9.75''H x 4.25''W x 3.25''D
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of 22-Karat Gold Leaf Carved Mirrors by Melissa Levinson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 22-karat gold leaf hand carved mirrors designed by Melissa Levinson. We can customize the size and finish of these mirrors for your design job.
These are available in two siz...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
19th C. American Painted Tin Canal Barge Oil Lamp Lantern, S.M. Forte, Troy NY
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th-C. American Painted Tin Canal Barge Oil Lamp Lantern, S.M. Forte, Troy, NY, USA, Mid-19th Century
A rare 19th-century American Painted Tin Cana...
Category
Mid-19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
Central Italian Carved Giltwood, Ebonized, & Marble-Top Center Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
Having a circular inset marble top within a frame highlighted by raised beadwork molding, the top resting on a turned standard with bold giltwood carvings, the tripartite base issuin...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Giltwood
Set of 4 vintage brass Chiavari chairs, 1960s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Beautiful and elegant Chiavari chairs in polished brass and yellow velvet seats.
Designed by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi and produced since the early 19th century in the Ligurian town...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
K'ang Hsi Coffee Table by Rose Tarlow "Melrose House"
By Emilio Roselli
Located in New York, NY
K'ang Hsi Coffee Table by Rose Tarlow 'Melrose House,' Chinese style with intricate black lacquer and hand-painted gold leaf flowers.
Featuring a unique design with turned-up sides...
Category
1970s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
French 19th Century Marble Sculpture of a Nymph after the Bath on Pedestal
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassical style marble sculpture from the 19th century depicting a nymph after the bath on a gray and white marble base. This exquisite French Neoclassical style marble s...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble
Antique English Neoclassical Figural Silver Plated Samovar w/Rams & Elephants
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique English Neoclassical/Egyptian Revival Figural Silver Plated Samovar Coffee Urn with Rams, Sphinx, Bear and Elephants. Item features engraving to...
Category
19th Century Unknown Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Early 19th Century Classical Style Oval Shaped Urn
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Early 19th Century Portland stone classical style oval shaped urn with carved lion mask detailing sitting on a fluted base.
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Stone, Limestone
Italian Malachite Table Lamp, Imported By Marbro
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exquisite, 1960s malachite and brass table lamp in the neoclassical style. Designed and manufactured by Gherardo Degli Albizzi, Florence, Italy. Imported by the Marbro Lamp Company.
...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Malachite, Brass
Unique Tulip Shaped Garden Urn/Planter
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Italian tulip-shaped urn or planter, crafted from cement, combines robust functionality with aesthetic grace, making it a striking addition to any garden setting. The tulip sha...
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Cement
A fine French Empire Chandelier, circa 1820
Located in New Haven, CT
An elegant 12 arm French pendant from the 1st Empire Period. The lead crystal prisms are all original and have a subtle grey/purple hue. The chandelier resembles a four tier fountain...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
Vintage French Neoclassical Cast Iron Large Square Low Garden Pedestal Base Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Neoclassical Style Cast Iron Large Square Low Garden Pedestal Bases -a Pair. Item features Heavy cast iron construction (approx 100 lbs each), distressed/weathered fin...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Bronze Albert Hinrich Hussmann "Trotting Horse" c. 1908
Located in Münster, DE
Bronze Albert Hinrich Hussmann "Trotting Horse"
Albert Hinrich Hussmann (1874-1946), bronze "Trotting Horse", patinated bronze, c. 1908, inscribed on the plinth, "Albert Hinrich Hus...
Category
Early 1900s German Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Antique Framed Siena Marble Roman Bust
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique Italian Grand tour carved Siena marble plaque of a Roman bust. In a contemporary gilt frame, the Siena marble displays excellent veining complimenting the side profile of ...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Siena Marble
Maison Jansen Mirrored Dresser
Located in PARIS, FR
Neoclassical style dresser, made of mirror, bronze handles.
Created by Atelier René Schmitt for Maison Jansen, circa 1940.
Category
1940s European Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Set of Three French Neoclassical Style Nesting Bar Carts with Glass Shelves
Located in Atlanta, GA
A set of three French Neoclassical style nesting bar carts from the 20th century with pierced galleries, glass shelves, acorn finials and fluted legs ...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
Early 19th Tyrolean Floral Painted Cabinet
Located in Albignasego, IT
Early 19th Tyrolean Painted Cabinet
Measurements: H. 179 cm – W. 110 (122 at the frames) cm – D. 59 (67 at the frames) cm
Period: approximately 1820
Origin: Tyrol
Essence: Fir
Desc...
Category
1820s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Fir
Vintage Italian Neoclassical Cement Cherub and Dolphin Garden Water Fountain
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian Neoclassical Style Cast Cement Cherub and Dolphin Garden Water Fountain (approx 50 lbs). Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 21" H x 10...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Cement
Mid-Century Coffee Table by Palazzi dell'Arte Cantù , Paolo Buffa attributed
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Mid-Century Walnut coffee table by Palazzi dell'Arte Cantù attributed to Paolo Buffa, edged top and gold leaf lion feet. Rounded top . Elegant and modern with a classic baroque shape...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Walnut
1930s Neoclassical Style Terracotta Sicilian Head of Medusa
Located in Catania, Sicilia
A glazed terracotta head Of Medusa hand-crafted in Caltagirone, small town of Sicily famous for hand-crafted ceramics. The head has a brown glaze with signs of age. Medusa, a figure ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Sicilian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
Russell Woodard Sculptura Armchairs, Wrought Iron, Circa 1950’s, MCM
Located in San Jose, CA
Pair of original Woodard Sculptura armchairs. A versatile option for outdoor entertaining, or indoors, this set is dining chair height so can be used with a patio table. The wrought ...
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Vintage Neoclassic Ferguson Copeland Beidermeire Mirrors Beveled Edge
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Spectacular pair of neoclassical mirrors with dolphin or fish and ancanthus detail. Imposing presence with mantle style top, center star flanked by dolphin fish. Nicely tapered desig...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Pair 20th Century Venetian Silver Giltwood Mirrored Obelisks
Located in Houston, TX
Large pair of decorative 20th Century Venetian mirror obelisks in the Neoclassical style. Each paneled in antiqued etched beveled mirror, attached with glass rosettes, and supported ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Wood, Giltwood
Laudarte SRL Italy Gilt Bronze Candelabra Marble Table Lamps, Pair
By Laudarte Srl
Located in Miami, FL
Laudarte SRL Italy Gilt Bronze Candelabra Marble Table Lamps, Pair
Offered for sale is a pair of fine Italian candelabra mounted as lamps by Laudarte SRL Milano, Italy. They are w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Belgian Black Marble, Bronze, Wire
Italian Neo Classical Giltwood Beveled Three Panel Mantle Mirror
Located in Pasadena, CA
Griffin Motif Three Panel Mantle Mirror. Each panel within the mirror has a beveled edge. The Giltwood frame is in great condition with gargoyle motifs. Measures approx - 62w x 41h ...
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Giltwood
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Style Set of Six White-Grey Dining Room Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique set of six Italian dining room, side chairs made of hand crafted painted Pinewood, patinated in light grey in the late Neoclassical style with scrolled back rest and beaut...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Pine
Neoclassical Style Industrial Bronze Bank Lobby Bar Counter
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Monumental industrial bronze bar height counter measuring nearly 16 feet long. The bar height table crafted in the neoclassical taste was formerly a bank lobby...
Category
20th Century European Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
19th Century Pair of Oval Mirrors
Located in Shipston-On-Stour, GB
A decorative pair of C19th giltwood oval mirrors, with beaded frames and stuff leaf inner moulds. Good shape and condition. Retaining original plates and gilt. Circa 1860.
Price incl...
Category
1860s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Glass, Giltwood
Antique display cabinet/ shop counter, Scotland.
Located in Brussels, BE
This classic antique display cabinet/shop counter by Archibald Hamilton dates back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries when he was primar...
Category
Late 19th Century Scottish Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood
French Empire Venus And Cupid Mantel Clock
Located in New Orleans, LA
This splendid French Empire gilt bronze mantel clock features an exquisitely detailed scene of Venus and Cupid sharing a tender moment. Depicting the story of the goddess consoling h...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
A Stunning Italian 7+ Ft Tall Mirror w/Carved Neoclassic Floral Bouquet, 19th C.
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian large-sized elaborate floor mirror from the 19th century. This antique mirror from Italy features a elaborately carved Neoclassical carved-wood urn, located atop the mirro...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Neoclassical furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical 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 lighting, decorative objects, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical furniture 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 furniture, popular names associated with this style include Edward F. Caldwell & Co., Wedgwood, Carpanese Home Italia, and Workstead. 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 $20 and tops out at $4,125,484 while the average work can sell for $3,450.
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