Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
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.
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Style: Neoclassical
Neoclassical Black Cast Iron Urns with Base / Plinth (Set of 2)
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Neoclassical Black Cast Iron Urns on Base/Plinth, are a captivating set of two garden urns / planters featuring c-scroll handles that exude timeless elegance. These urns bear a n...
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19th Century Unknown Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
French Napoleon III 'Apollo with Horses' Fireback / Backsplash, 19th Century
Located in Amerongen, NL
19th century French fireback with the god Apollo driving horses. God of light, sun, truth, prophecy, music, joy and horses. Also the saving God, both in emergency caused by an epidem...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Neoclassical Style Brown Jordan Aluminum Bar Cart
By Brown Jordan
Located in Houston, TX
Elevate your outdoor entertaining with the Neoclassical Style Brown Jordan Three Tier Aluminum Bar Cart. Crafted with precision and elegance, this...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
Set of 4 Iron Frame Garden Chairs in Snowy White Sunbrella Fabric, France 1960s
Located in Chicago, IL
A set of 4 vintage French dining chairs featuring intricate wrought iron frames with elegant scrolls, leaf motifs and an X-support bar. These chairs have circular seatbacks with deco...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Large French Neoclassical 'The Sun' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, NL
Large 18th - 19th century French neoclassical period fireback with the sun. The sun is symbol voor king Louis XIV.
The fireback is in a good condition and does not have cracks.
Thi...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Mario Papperzini for Salterini Style Garden Dining Suite
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Distinctive patio and garden outdoor dining suite consisting of eight dining chairs and one large rectangular dining table. Beautifully crafted in the manner and style of Mario Pappe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel, Wrought Iron
The Bolection A: A Classical Stone Fireplace Profile Without Shelf or Plinths
Located in Chicago, IL
The Bolection A stone fireplace shares a classical Bolection-style profile with our Bolection B design, but without the top shelf piece and the plinths. The molding profile curves o...
Category
2010s American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
Classical Style and Hand-Painted Antique Wooden Display Stand Column Pedestal
Located in Lisse, NL
Large, impressive and all handcrafted, 19th century wooden column.
Thanks to its classical and perfectly geometrical design, this column pedestal can be used and enjoyed in all kind...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Pine
Antique Patriotic Cast Iron Figural Gold American Flag & Eagle Painted Door Stop
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Patriotic Cast Iron Figural Gold American Flag & Eagle Painted Door Stop. Circa Early 1900s. Measurements: 7" H x 5.25" W x 2" D.
Category
Early 1900s Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Bronze Elite by Henre in Verdi Gris Outdoor Statue of a Young Boy on a Rock
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a beautiful bronze statue of a boy walking across a pond on slippery round stones. That's what I make of it anyway. But the piece offers a charming element for your backyard ...
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1990s Asian Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
Italian Classical Carved Marble 31" Cherub Dolphin Garden Fountain Statue
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Italian Classical Figural Carved Marble 31" Cherub Dolphin Garden Fountain Statue. Item featured Approx 70 lbs. We do not know if the fountain works. The marble statue is mou...
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Early 1900s Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Pair of Mario Papperzini for Salterini Style Garden Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic pair of iron patio and garden dining armchairs made in the manner and style of Mario Papperzini for John Salterini. The inspiration for the Janus et Cie round back Amalfi chai...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique Neoclassical Style Pine Fireplace
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique Neoclassical style fireplace sourced from a hotel in Newquay, England. Made in pine and composition, this late 19th century fire surround is a striking piece, bringing gra...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Composition
Italian, 18th Century, Small Carved White Marble Capital With Traces Of Gilding
Located in Buisson, FR
Lovely small hand-carved white marble capital with traces of its original gilding.
Beautiful weathered white marble .
Italy circa 1780
Weathered
Measurements include the wooden pede...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Vintage Classical Metal Orb Garden Finial
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful vintage metal garden orb finial
USA, Late 20th Century
Measures: 8"W x 8"D x 13"H
Very good vintage condition.
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Vintage Reclaimed Salvage 92" Tall Wooden Faux Marble Painted Column Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Item: Vintage Italian Style 92" Tall Wooden Faux Marble Painted Columns Architectural Elements - a Pair. Circa Mid to Late 20th Century.
Measurements:
Overall: 92" H x 10" W x 10" ...
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
2 Antique French Concrete Stone Reclining Cherub Putti Garden Statues 30"
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of antique classical French putto / cherub statues representing two of the four seasons. Made of concrete / stone featuring two reclining figures, one left facing with wheat an...
Category
1920s Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Antique Marbled Plaster Statue of Hebe
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique marbled plaster statue of Hebe, the goddess of youth, after Antonio Canova. Made in plaster, the exterior of this life size sculptures is made to simulate marble, making t...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Plaster
Alabaster Statue of David After the Antique
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An alabaster statue of David after the antique. In Neoclassical style, this impactful sculpture is expertly carved. This depiction of Michelangelos original sculpture would look stri...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Alabaster
Antique York Stone Sculpture of Caractacus
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique York stone statue of King Caractacus. Signed Morton, South Street, this over life size statue displays a powerful stance and characterful weathering.
It certainly is a im...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone
Pair of Antique Minton & Co Tile Panels
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A pair of antique glazed Minton tile panels. This pair have a desirable crazing creating a characterful time worn look. With all their elements combined, they make the perfect decora...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Clay
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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement
French 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Jasperware Table Jardinière
Located in London, GB
French 19th century gilt bronze and jasperware table jardinière
French, Late 19th Century
Height 23cm, width 53cm, depth 25cm
Crafted from gilt bronze and jasperware, this antiqu...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ormolu
Antique French 'Cupid' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, NL
18th - 19th century French neoclassical period fireback with a cupid.
The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon request it can be made black / pewter at...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique French 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, NL
18th - 19th century French neoclassical fireback with two pillars of freedom. The pillars symbolize the value liberty, one of the three values of the French revolution.
The firebac...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique French Neoclassical Period Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, NL
18th - 19th century French neoclassical period fireback.
The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon request it can be made black / pewter at no extra cos...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique French Neoclassical 'The Sun' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, NL
18th - 19th century French neoclassical period fireback with the sun. The sun is symbol voor king Louis XIV.
The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon r...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique French 'Cupid' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, NL
18th - 19th century French neoclassical period fireback with a cupid.
The fireback is made of cast iron and has a black / pewter patina. It is in a good condition and does not have ...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique French 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash, 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, NL
19th century French neoclassical fireback with two pillars of freedom. The pillars symbolize the value liberty, one of the three values of the French revolution.
The fireback is ma...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Pair of 19th Century Italian Artichokes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of neoclassical Italian-style cement artichokes with a moss patina. The moss patina adds a touch of antiquity and natural grace, suggesting age and blending seamlessly with g...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement
Antique French 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, NL
18th - 19th century French neoclassical fireback with two pillars of freedom. The pillars symbolize the value liberty, one of the three values of the French revolution.
The firebac...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique French 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, NL
18th - 19th century French neoclassical fireback with two pillars of freedom. The pillars symbolize the value liberty, one of the three values of the French revolution.
The firebac...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique French Dripping Pan, 18th - 19th Century
Located in Amerongen, NL
Late 18th or early 19th century French Neoclassical dripping pan. It was used and can still be used to collect moisture when grilling food in the fireplace. Antique dripping pans are...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Copper, Wrought Iron
Small Antique French 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash, 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, NL
19th century French neoclassical fireback with two pillars of freedom. The pillars symbolize the value liberty, one of the three values of the French revolution.
The fireback is ma...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Large French Neoclassical Fireplace Tools, 18th-19th Century
Located in Amerongen, NL
Large 18th-19th century French fireplace tool set. The tool set consists of fireplace tongs, shovel and a fire fork. The tools are made of wrought iron. The set is in a good conditio...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Chromed Bronze Custom Maddox Door Handle Set, Rocky Mountain Hardware, USA
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rocky Mountain White Bronze Maddox Entry Set Lever Door Knobs & Lock, 2023, USA.
Rocky Mountain White Bronze Maddox Entry Set Lever Door Knobs & Lock, 2023, USA. Elegant beading trim...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
Continental 19th c. Neoclassical St. Royal Pink Granite & Ormolu Planter
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and very unique Continental 19th century Neo-Classical st. Royal Pink Granite, black Belgian marble and Ormolu bird bath/planter. This exquisite bird bath/planter is suppo...
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19th Century Unknown Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Granite, Belgian Black Marble, Ormolu
Antique Neoclassical Style Leaded Glass Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An elegant large neoclassical style stained glass window circa 1890. A Victorian take on a neoclassical design, this stained glass window centres around an elongated oval panel depic...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Lead
Life Sized Garden Statue of Amalthea and Jupiter's Goat
Located in Dallas, TX
After the original marble grouping entitled Amalthée et la chèvre de Jupiter (“Amalthea and Jupiter’s Goat”) by Pierre Julien, which was commissioned by King...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone, Cast Stone, Cement
Faux marble column, pedestal, mid 20th century, France
Located in Herentals, BE
Classic style, round column in wood with black, green faux marble painting.
If there is no shipping price listed to your place of residence, please do not hesitate to ask me for a go...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood, Paint
Antique R J Horner Neoclassical Oversized Oak Fireplace Mantle & Mirror C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Mirror, Oak
A Terracotta Statue representing the Goddess Flora on Pedestal
Located in Katonah, NY
A fine and rare terra-cotta figure of Flora in contrapposto pose, classically robed with hair swept up and in curls, with a floral wreath in the figure’s proper right hand, and a nos...
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1870s Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
18th-19th Century Dutch Neoclassical Fireplace Grate or Fire Grate
Located in Amerongen, NL
18th-19th century Dutch Neoclassical fireplace grate made of wrought iron. The fireplace grate is in a good condition and is fully functional.
Width at front is 46 cm (18,5 inches)...
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Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
French Neoclassical Period Fireplace Grate or Fire Basket, 18th - 19th Century
Located in Amerongen, NL
Late 18th / early 19th century French Neoclassical period fire grate. Made of beautifully forged wrought iron period andirons and a recently forged grate. The condition is good.
The...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
18th-19th Century French Neoclassical Fireplace Grate or Fire Grate
Located in Amerongen, NL
18th-19th century French Neoclassical fireplace grate made of wrought iron. The fireplace grate is in a good condition and is fully functional.
Width at front is 56 cm (22.1 inches...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair Of Italian 18th Century Neo-Classical St. Marble 'Vases De Medici' Planters
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A lovely pair of Italian 18th century Neo-Classical st. white Carrara marble 'Vases de Medici' planters. Each urn is raised by a square base with a finely mottled edge below a socle ...
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18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Italian 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Verde Ranocchia Marble Pedestal
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An impressive and unique Italian 19th century Neo-Classical st. Verde Ranocchia marble pedestal. This gorgeous pedestal is raised by an octagonal stepped base with rounded edges. The...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Brown Jordan Neoclassical Style Aluminum Garden Dining Suite
By Brown Jordan
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stately patio and garden dining suite consisting of six dining chairs and an oval dining table. Hand-crafted in the neoclassical taste by Brown Jordan from the Elegance collection. T...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Vintage French Hand Carved Stone Campana-Form Outdoor Garden Urns
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a patio or garden with this elegant pair of antique outdoor sandstone planters. Carved in France, circa 1970, each flower pot stands on a square base with cut corners over a...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Sandstone
Pair of 19th Century Italian Carved Pedestals
Located in Bradenton, FL
Pair of beautifully crafted 19th century Italian carved wood pedestals. Pedestals feature urn form tops with wonderfully carved tapestry swags, cherubic masks, and fluted lower secti...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Pair of Neoclassical Simulated Porphyry Scagliola Pedestal Columns
Located in Shippensburg, PA
PAIR OF NEOCLASSICAL SIMULATED-PORPHYRY SCAGLIOLA PEDESTAL COLUMNS
Probably Italian, circa late 19th century
Item # 403HRY18X
This fine pair of Neoclassical columns are exquisite ex...
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19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Scagliola
19th Century Cast Iron Fountain
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th Century cast iron garden fountain of a reclining sea nymph with a wonderful aged patina.
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19th Century Irish Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
A Nineteenth Century Engraved Steel and Iron Fire Grate
Located in London, GB
A Nineteenth century engraved steel and iron fire grate in the George III Neo-Classical style, with pierced serpentine fret and bold urn finials.
Dimensions: 73.5cm (29") High, 75cm...
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19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel, Iron
19th Century Lemon Top Antique Brass and Iron American Andirons
Located in Lomita, CA
An antique pair of classic American brass and iron lemon-top andirons create a beautiful silhouette in front of a cozy fireplace.
These are from the latter part of the 19th century,...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Iron
Antique Dutch Copper Log Holder, 18th-19th Century
Located in Amerongen, NL
18th - 19th Century Dutch neoclassical log basket. The firewood basket is made of copper and has a brass handle. Also called 'Frisian nail bucket'. Was used for the transportation o...
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Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Copper, Brass
Michael Taylor Montecito Bronzed Aluminum Garden Loveseat Settee
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Distinctive bronzed aluminum Montecito patio and garden loveseat or settee by Michael Taylor designs. The iconic design features a large cast aluminum frame that cradles oversized se...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Rose Tarlow Style Iron Twig Stone Garden Tables
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Striking pair of patio and garden two-tier tables made in the style and manner or Rose Tarlow's iron twig outdoor collection. The tables feature an iron frame with a faux bois twig b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone, Iron
B. Altman N.Y. 1930s Three Panel Decoupage Room Screen w/ 18thc European Prints
Located in Savannah, GA
This classic large three paneled room screen features very detailed hand painted designs with 18th century decoupaged prints depicting a variety of historical scenes. The two side p...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Neoclassical building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical building and garden elements 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 building and garden elements created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, decorative objects, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, iron and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical building and garden elements 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 building and garden elements, popular names associated with this style include Brown Jordan, Russell Woodard, Woodard Furniture Co., and Michael Taylor. 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 building and garden elements differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $89 and tops out at $402,592 while the average work can sell for $2,800.
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