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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
Antique French Neoclassical 'Flower Baskets' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, NL
Beautiful 18th/19th century French Neoclassical fireback with flower decorations and two pillars. The pillars refer to the club of Hercules and Stand for strength and the unknown. To...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Rare Brass Fireplace Tools Surmounted by a Sculpture representing a Horse
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very rare and beautiful Fireplace Tools on stand is made of brass and bronze. The piece is surmounted by a sculpture representing a Horse. This is a French work. Circa 1920
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1820s French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Brass, Bronze

Pair of Neoclassical style Bronze Andirons
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of neoclassical style andirons are made bronze. This is a French work. Circa 1960
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Brass, Wrought Iron

Late 19th Fireplace Mantel Solid Oak
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Neoclassical Fireplace, Ca.1890-1900 Solid oak Antique Neoclassical Fireplace Mantel made with solid oak wood with frame with mirror. The fireplace and frame with mirror are two se...
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Late 19th Century Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Oak, Wood

Vintage Silver Toned Pedestal Table Base
Located in Sheffield, MA
Table base is silver toned modern bistro style wrought iron photographed with a round glass top. The vintage table base has four volute legs secured by two criss-cross stretchers and one circular piece. Seats up to six depending on the width of the accompanying chairs or size of top. This table is great for the sun porch or use as kitchen table, breakfast table or dining table. Glass is in very poor condition with many scratches. It was used for photo purposes only. Price is for the pedestal only...
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Late 20th Century American 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 brass and wrought iron. The fireplace grate is in a good condition and is fully functional.
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wrought Iron, Brass

Pair of Bronze Andirons
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of neoclassical style andirons is made of bronze and iron. This is a French. Circa 1920
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Antique Brass Door Knob Plate
By Reading Hardware Company 1
Located in Amityville, NY
Antique brass doorknob plate with ornamented fleur-de-lis motif. Attributed to the Reading Hardware Company, it is stamped 520EG on the reverse...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Brass

Design Curved Brass Fireplace Screen. French Work. Circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice design fireplace screen is made of brass with a steel grilling. The front part is curved, as well as the side parts which makes a nicely curved Firewall which protects the ...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Brass

Neoclassical Marble Rouge Bolection Style Antique Fireplace
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
Presenting one of the standout gems from our antique fireplace collection, this magnificent piece is truly a masterpiece. Crafted from the opulent Rosso Levanto dark red marble with chestnut brown undertones, adorned with exquisite cream-colored veins traversing the entire fireplace, it is a testament to both stately elegance and meticulous design. Dating back to the late 19th century, around 1880, this half-timbered marvel has been meticulously worked to perfection, showcasing an intricate display of leaf motifs at the corners, panels, and gracefully incorporated curves on the legs. The mantelpiece, resplendent in its excellent condition, boasts a stunning shine and a deep, beautiful color that adds to its allure. This fireplace transcends its functional purpose; it elevates a room to a new level of sophistication, serving as a captivating focal point in both modern and classic interiors alike. Immerse yourself in the timeless charm and unparalleled craftsmanship of this unique piece, making it a true showstopper in any living space. Mantelpieces On my website, you will find a beautiful selection of fully restored antique mantelpieces, readily available from stock. For your convenience, the mantelpieces are pre-assembled, making transportation and installation a straightforward process. Our meticulous restoration process includes a thorough cleaning and the reapplication of a marble wax layer, restoring the mantelpiece to its original deep luster. This maintenance-free marble wax not only provides protection against dirt and water but also enhances the natural beauty of the mantelpiece. Should you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Kind regards, Renzo van...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Griotte Marble

Italian 19th century pair of very tall decorative marble obelisks
Located in PARIS, FR
Monumental pair of obelisks veneered with following marbles:  pink marble of the Pyrenees, blue Turquin and yellow of Siena. A very decorative pair of tall obelisks that would look g...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Marble, Siena Marble

Large Heavy Duty Custom Garden Dining Table Base
Located in Sheffield, MA
The table base has an extra strong support at the top of the base to enable it to hold a stone top. Elegant and rustic at the same time, this custom made wrought iron garden dining ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

Life-Size 19th Century Statue of Roman God Mercury After Giambologna
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A 19th century statue of the Roman God Mercury after the iconic and well-famed 16th century original by Italian Renaissance Sculptor, Giambologna. This ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

Neoclassical Style Carved Limestone Wall Fountain from Northern Italy
Located in Dallas, TX
Hand-carved in Northern Italy in the Neoclassical style, this limestone wall fountain features a triangular pediment adorned with thick dentils. Comprised of 26 pieces of stone, the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Stone, Limestone, Metal, Iron

Neoclassical Plaster Bust of Hermes on Scagliola Column
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
This impressive 19th century neoclassical bust is made in plaster and depicts a section of the iconic ‘Hermes of Praxiteles’ statue by famed sculptor of the classical era, Praxiteles. Also referred to as ‘Hermes Carrying the Infant Dionysus’, the original is crafted in marble and portrays God of Greek mythology Hermes standing with the baby God Dionysus. This plaster Hermes...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Plaster, Scagliola

Italian Neoclassical Alabaster Pedestal Plant Stand or Drinks Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Opulent Italian white alabaster pedestal or drinks table featuring a neoclassical style column base. Created from veined milky alabaster with a matte finish that allows light to pass through the stone creating a warm hue. The round top measures 10 inches across. The column pillar base...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Alabaster

Column Pedestal Pillar Stand Ionic Form Neoclassical Style
Located in New York, NY
An Ionic column pedestal with fluted pillar and square base in the Neoclassical Greco-Roman style, circa late-20th century, 1982. Column has a nice weight to it; it's designed from a...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Composition

Vintage Iron Garden Sundial "Tempos Fugit"
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning vintage iron garden sundial reading "Tempus Fugit," which translated from Latin means "Time Flies." USA, Late 20th Century Measures: 9.25"W x 9.25"D x 3"H Good vintage ...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

Impressive 19th Century Warwick Vase
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An impressive 19th century terracotta scale Warwick Vase standing on a weathered terracotta pedestal. Stamped ‘Blanchard & Co’, this particular design features in their 1869 illustra...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Clay, Terracotta

Pair of Large Early 20th Century Campana Urn Planters
Located in London, GB
A pair of ornate early 20th century urn planters, each on a pedestal base, with twin handles and a thick ring shaped like a loop of rope through each handle, and formed, like the bod...
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Early 20th Century British Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Cast Stone

19th century Doré Bronze and Marble French Pedestal
Located in Savannah, GA
Neoclassic pedestal featuring gorgeous black marble with slight pink and white vein. Bronze doré Corinthian column support with same band at base. See measurements below.
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1850s French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Neoclassical Brass Cachepot Planter with Ram's Heads
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning neoclassical style brass cachepot planter with ram's head handles. circa late 20th century. Measures: 14"W x 8.25"D x 8.5"H. Excellent vintage condition.
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Brass

Custom Garden Metal Dining Table Base Made by BH&A
Located in Sheffield, MA
Elegant and rustic at the same time, this custom made wrought iron garden dining table base can be used indoors or outdoors, porch or patio. Add the table top of your choice be it wo...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

Pair of Large Grey/Green Fluted Marble Columns
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A pair of fluted round marble columns, the marble being a mid green colour with grey veining; both with circular tops and bottoms; likely Italian l...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Marble

Two Italian Stone Garden Sculptures of Apollo and Roman Goddess
Located in Rome, IT
Finely carved mythological subject in Lecce limestone. Excellent condition from an estate of Veneto. Measurements: Statues cm 160, base cm 85.
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Limestone

Vintage Monumental Neo-Classical Revival Bronze Sculptural Pond Fountain 20th C
Located in London, GB
This is a monumental vintage Italian two-tier fountain sculpted in bronze in the neo-classical style, dating from the late twentieth century. This formidable fountain sprays water ...
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1980s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Bronze

French Neoclassical Style Bronze Fireplace Fender Set, ca. 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
French Neoclassical style bronze fireplace fender set from circa 1920, sold as a set of 3. This impressive French Neoclassical style bronze fender set is richly ornate with foliate a...
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Pair Weathered Concrete Outdoor Reclining Garden Lions Circa 1950's
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of reclining cement Lions from the mid 20th century with a lovely weathered patina, in excellent vintage condition.
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Cement

Mario Papperzini for Salterini Arm Chairs
Located in Cumberland, RI
Mario Papperzini for Salterini Arm Chairs A Set of 5 Aluminum arm chairs Classic circle back design with
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

Italian Concrete Garden Cherub Statues
Located in Wichita, KS
Sold separately. Center featured cherub is sold. Early 20th century concrete Italian garden statues of cherubs /putti figures, c. 1920. These charming, angelic statues are suitable ...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Concrete

Antique George III Style Neoclassical Marble Fireplace
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique George III style Neoclassical statutory marble fireplace. This late 19th century fireplace was removed from a house in Jersey, and would certainly make for a statement pie...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Stone, Marble

Wall Fountain in Giallo d'Istria from the 21st Century
Located in Greding, DE
Light-colored wall fountain in Giallo d'Istria with a rectangular basin and a tall rear wall. The wall fountain shows straight lines and has three water spouts.
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2010s European Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Limestone

Pair of Early 20th Century French Cast Iron Garden Urns Planters
Located in Pearland, TX
A fabulous pair of antique early 20th-Century French Neoclassical style cast iron mantel urns or planters. These urns are solid and heavy and retain their amazing original patina. Th...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

Neoclassical Composition Tall Doric Form Column, 94"h, 20thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
A Neoclassical style column offers composition construction in flared and fluted Doric form, 20thC Measures- 94.25''H x 13''W x 13''D
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20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Composition

Pair of Italian Neoclassical Giltwood and Polychrome Columns
Located in Dallas, TX
a pair of Neoclassical giltwood and polychrome decorated fluted Corinthian three quarter columns / architectural elements, Italy, early 19th century 93.25" H x 27.25" W x 13.5" D
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wood, Paint

Brown Jordan Aluminum Garden Dining Table and Four Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Neoclassical style patio and garden suite consisting of a glass top dining table and four dining chairs. Known as the classic collection by Brown Jordan. Constructed from gracefully ...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Aluminum

Florentine Neoclassical Fluted Cream and Gold Gilt Painted Column Pedestal
Located in Doylestown, PA
Florentine Neoclassical fluted painted column pedestal, Italy, c. 1940's, A beautiful wooden pedestal painted in Venetian cream with gold gilt and adorned with four-way scroll garde...
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1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wood, Giltwood, Paint

Neoclassical Italian Cherub or Putto Cast Stone Garden Statue
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning cast stone green statue of a cherub or putti holding a fish. The fish's mouth was once a fountain and could still be used that way if desired. The piece is the perfect acc...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Cast Stone

Impressive Pair of Ormolu Mounted Marble Obelisks
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of large marble obelisks. Made from solid Verde Antico marble with bronze neoclassical style decorative mounts on all four sides.
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Mid-19th Century Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French Alpine Green Marble Pedestal, 19th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
A french neoclassical 19th century alpine green marble pedestal column with gilded bronze decoration.
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Pair of Neoclassical Pedestals Columns Side Tables
Located in West Hartford, CT
Pair of large heavy plaster iconic columns or side tables multi-purpose. Each has two pieces with top portion of column coming off for ease of movement.
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Plaster

Pair of Iron Neoclassical Planters
Located in Chicago, IL
These magnificent 20th-century American cast iron garden urns exude timeless elegance and charm with their neoclassical design. With ruffled edges and gadrooned bellies, these urns a...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

French Alpine Green Marble Pedestal, Late 19th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
A neoclassical alpine green marble column, gilded bronze. A late 19th century pedestal for the classic decor.
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Marble, Bronze

Limestone Demonic Mask or Grotesque Statue
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
This engaging antique grotesque or demonic mask is quite the decorative piece. Hand carved into limestone, its details are superbly distinctive, the ...
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Mid-18th Century Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Stone, Limestone

Pr 19th C. Cast Iron Entry Way Lions
By Fiske Or Mott
Located in New York, NY
Classic pair of 19th C. cast iron seated lions, in very good vintage estate condition. The lions are constructed of several pieces, typical of early production, both are free of lat...
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19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

Antique Italian Classical Style White Marble Column Round Pedestal Plant Stand
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Italian Classical Style White Marble Round Column Pedestal Plant Stand. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 44" H x 10.25" Diameter.
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Marble

Pair of Neoclassical Style Steel Curule Garden Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous pair of Italian polished steel patio and garden dining armchairs featuring neoclassical style curule legs. Hand-crafted from thick steel with an open design and dramatic pro...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Steel

Italian Impruneta Terracotta Pedestal
By Domenico Ricceri
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
The Ricceri family has been working with terracotta since the 18th century. The Antica Manifattura Ricceri d'Impruneta made hand-made bricks, terracotta tiles, and roof tiles, as wel...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Terracotta

Antique Carved Marble Column Neoclassical Style 25" Regency Plant Stand Pedestal
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Carved marble column neoclassical Style 25" Regency Plant Stand Pedestal. Item features a nicely carved pedestal, grey veins, very nice ant...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Marble

Petite Antique Garden Table with Elaborate Cast Stone Top
Located in Chicago, IL
Petite Antique Garden Table with Elaborate Cast Stone Top Uncertain to year of production and origin. Appears to be French or Italian in origin and from the early part of 20th Centu...
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Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

Pair Neoclassical style black marble pedestals, with bronze mount
Located in Cypress, CA
Attractive Pair of Neoclassical style gilt bronze mounted black marble pedestals. Beautiful ormolu mounts with fine details. Late 20th century.
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Late 20th Century French Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Marble, Ormolu

Henri Studio Concrete Cement Small Round Classical Cherub Garden Planter Pot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Henri studio concrete cement small 11" round classical cherub garden planter pot. Approx 45 lbs. Item features Late 20th Century. Measurements: 9" H x 11...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Stone

Brass and Grilling Fireplace Screen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This fireplace screen is made of brass and grilling. This is a French work. Circa 1970.
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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Brass

18th - 19th Century 'Abduction of Persephone' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, NL
18th - 19th century French Neoclassical fireback with the abduction of Persephone by Hades. Demeter, the goddess of the crops and harvest and Z...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Pair Wrought Iron Salterini style Black Benches
Located in Stamford, CT
Unusual pair of Salterini style wrought iron benches with low backs and arms. Newly painted black. Pierced sheet metal seats.
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron, Sheet Metal

French Neoclassical Style Velvet Upholstered Pedestal, last quarter 19th cen.
Located in Atlanta, GA
All surfaces covered completely in colored velvet the square column with a slightly larger top and bottom respectively, the top decorated with hanging tassels, the bottom a graduate...
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1880s French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Velvet

Late 19th C. Bronze Neo-Classic Planter w/Gadrooned Sides and Acanthus Corners
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
19th Century Neoclassical heavy patinated cast bronze planter of large scale having gadrooned bombe sides with acanthus leaf corners raised on block feet. Suitable for indoor as well...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Dalmation Granite Architectural Columns
Located in Denton, TX
Pair of Dalmation Black and White Speckle Granite Architectural Columns/ Plant Stands.
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20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Granite

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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