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.
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Style: Neoclassical
Antique Neoclassical Second Empire Black Marble Mantle Clock with Cherub Plaques
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Neoclassical Second Empire Black Marble Mantle Clock with Bronze Columns & Cupid Scene in Relief Frieze & Base Plaques C1880
Measures- 34''H x 74.5''W x 20''D
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Swedish Designer, Lounge Chairs, Birch, Velvet, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of green grey velvet and birch lounge chairs designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Seat height 16”.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Birch
Vintage Portuguese Secla Majolica Lettuce Leaf Lunch Plates, Pair, Lemon Yellow
By Secla
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of ceramic lemon-yellow color lettuce leaf plates by Secla. This wonderful pair of Portuguese plates will be a fabulous touch on your serving table. Each plate features a rais...
Category
20th Century Portuguese Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Clay
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 Furniture
Materials
Plaster
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 Furniture
Materials
Concrete
Al Kaufman Framed Original Signed & Numbered Etching with COA 75/300
Located in San Diego, CA
Original 1970's etching by Listed artist Al Kaufman , framed in glass and oak with COA signed an numbered Sandalwood title.
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Glass, Oak, Paper
Elegant French Baccarat Lion Handle Dore Bronze Cut Crystal Ormolu Ice Bucket
By Baccarat
Located in Roslyn, NY
Elegant and very fine French neoclassical baccarat style lion handle doré bronze ormolu mounted and diamond cut crystal ice/champagne bucket.
Unsigned.
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Italian, Veneto, Neoclassic Walnut 1-Drawer Side Table, ca. 1810-1820
Located in Atlanta, GA
Having a solid rectangular top with a banded edge atop a conforming case housing one drawer with its original ring pull, the case atop tapering saber legs
Category
1810s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Pair of 19th Century Italian Silver Gilt Candlesticks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Pair of 19-century Italian silver gilt candlesticks standing on a tripod-footed base with iron prickets that represents a luxurious blend of elegance and practicality, characterist...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Silver Leaf
Windsor Fan Back Brace Back Side Chairs by Tubb - Set of 4
Located in Parkesburg, PA
Windsor Fan Back Brace Back Side Chairs by Tubb - Set of 4
Hand Made, Pine Seat Bottoms, Hardwoods used for the Fan Back and Turned Legs
Original Finish, Good Sturdy Condition, Nat...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
19th Century Italian Silver Gilt Candlesticks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Pair of 19-century Italian silver gilt candlesticks standing on a tripod-footed base with iron prickets that represents a luxurious blend of elegance and practicality, characterist...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Silver Leaf
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 Furniture
Materials
Alabaster
Victor Demanet Bronze Sculpture
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Victor Demanet Bronze Sculpture
Working technique in (lost wax bronze)
Signed and sealed at the top
Paris b-L ON ITS BASE
Origin France Circa 1930
Excellent condition
The color of it...
Category
1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
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 Furniture
Materials
Stone
Bronze Putto Cupid Angel Torchiere Globe Sculpture After Emile Bruchon 17"
By Emile Bruchon
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage cast bronze sculpture / figurine in the shape of a putto / cherub / angel carrying a torch, perched on top of a globe studded with stars.
"Émile Bruchon was a quintessential...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Reed and Barton Francis I Pattern Sterling Silver Serving Fork
Located in New York, NY
"This beautifully detailed and well balanced Reed and Barton Francis I Pattern Sterling Silver Serving Fork originates from the United States, Circa 1950. Features a lovely profile c...
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century Tall Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Four drawer chest in walnut with ebonized moldings
Nicely figured walnut with graduated dovetail drawers
Supported by wooden casters.
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique Decorative Embossed Hammered Tin Panel w Trophy Urn 52"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage decorative embossed and hammered tin panel featuring a trophy urn with flowers, fleur de lis and acanthus accents.
Dimensions:
28" x 52"
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Tin
John Stobart (English, B. 1929) Portsmouth Merchants Row NH Signed Print
By John Stobart
Located in Bridgeport, CT
"John Stobart (British b. 1929) paintings and limited edition prints are collected around the world and seen by visitors of the Peabody Museum in Massachusetts and the Portland Museu...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Antique Neoclassical Mahogany & Brass Piano Floor Lamp c1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Neoclassical Hinks's Mahogany and Brass Piano Floor Lamp with Opalescent Laurel Wreath Designed Glass Shade C1890
Measures - 73.5"H x 19"W x 19"D
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
John Stobart (English, B. 1929), Independence, Ltd. Ed. Signed
By John Stobart
Located in Bridgeport, CT
"John Stobart (British b. 1929) paintings and limited edition prints are collected around the world and seen by visitors of the Peabody Museum in Massachusetts and the Portland Museum in Maine. He is well known maritime artist known for images of ports and vessels as they were in the great era of sail and stream".
INDEPENDENCE, Wayne City Landing, Start of the Santa Fe Trail...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Neoclassical Sterling Silver Pierced Serving Spoon w/ Naturalist Relief Handle
Located in New York, NY
This gleaming and sophisticated Neoclassical Sterling Silver Pierced Serving Spoon W/Naturalist Relief Handle originates from the United States, Circa 1950. Features a lovely form of...
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux, L'Espiegle, Verdigris Bronze Bust Anna Foucart
Located in Germantown, MD
Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux (French 1827-1975) L'Espiegle "The Mischief Maker" Patinated Verdigris Bronze Bust of Anna Foucart smiling.
Measures 10" wide , 10" deep and 19.5" tall.
Bor...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Set of Four Antique Ormolu Roundels by Mathurin Moreau
Located in London, GB
Set of four antique ormolu roundels by Mathurin Moreau
French, Late 19th Century
Height 3cm, diameter 44cm
This set of four sculptural panels is crafted by the renowned French met...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
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 Furniture
Materials
Iron
Chest of Drawers, Late 18th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Three-drawer chest of drawers with slightly curved front, standing on tapered feet. The slanted corners as well as the skirt and the edges are decorated with filet marquetry.
Category
Late 18th Century European Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Oak
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
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 Furniture
Materials
Clay
Antique Carved and Painted Swedish Neo-Classical Mirror
Located in Dallas, TX
Elegant carved and painted Swedish Neo-Classical mirror. Beautiful patina on this piece! So pretty!!
Category
18th Century Swedish Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Giltwood
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 Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
Dutch Antique Gray Painted Sideboard
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted from sturdy pine wood and finished in a graceful antique grey, this sideboard serves as a testament to traditional craftsmanship and enduring style.
Each of the four cupboar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Pair of Large Lidded Royal Vienna Porcelain Vases
Located in London, GB
Pair of large lidded Royal Vienna porcelain vases
Austrian, 19th Century
Height 61cm, width 42cm, depth 19cm
This exceptional pair of vases combine an intriguing form with superb p...
Category
19th Century Austrian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
David Beringer (1756-1821) Polyhedral Wooden Sundial
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).
DAVID BERINGER (1756-1821)
The frui...
Category
Late 18th Century German Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Monumental Two-Tiered 12-Light Silvered Chandelier w/ Crown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Monumental size 12-light, two-tiered silvered chandelier. The chandelier is adorned with a crown on top and cherub faces throughout. The fixture is newly rewired and includes chain...
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
White Painted Bungalow Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
This dresser is meticulously crafted to embody the essence of a seaside retreat with its light, weathered finish and classic clean lines.
With 12 graduated drawers and an abundance ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
20th Century Venetian Blackmoore on Stand
Located in Guadalajara, Jalisco, MX
A beautiful sculpture by the Mexican artist, inspired by all these Mexican cultures. Carlos Mérida was a Guatemalan (active in Mexico) Impressionist & Modern artist who was born in 1...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Sandstone
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 Furniture
Materials
Iron
Maitland Smith Regency Burled Walnut Cocktail Coffee Table
Located in Long Branch, NJ
Maitland Smith Regency Burled Walnut Cocktail Coffee Table
Measures 54w x 28d x 19h
Very nice coffee table made by Maitland Smith it has stunning burled walnut grain and a glass t...
Category
Early 2000s Philippine Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Antique Italian Limestone Statue of Diana the Huntress and Her Dog, C. 1890
Located in Dallas, TX
Hand-carved from Italian limestone, circa 1890, this beautiful Neoclassical statue is a unique interpretation of the famous Diana of Versailles statue (the 1st or 2nd-century marble,...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Stone, Limestone
Burled Walnut Console Table with Two Drop Leaves
Located in Toronto, CA
A small, burled walnut table with two drop leaves and a single pull drawer. The table is raised on turned legs with an H form stretcher. This piece has a gorgeous patina and bookmar...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood, Walnut
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 Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Turkish Kilim Runner 2'6 X 13'4
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Turkish Kilim Runner 2'6 X 13'4. A vintage circa 1940s Turkish hand woven hemp Kilim. The simplicity and boldness of this piece gives a contemporary feel and can look at home...
Category
20th Century Turkish Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Hemp
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 Furniture
Materials
Iron
French Antique Neoclassical Style Slipper Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Carved Wood, Original Upholstery
Category
1930s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
A Louis XVI Ormolu Figural Cartel Clock
Located in Kittery Point, ME
A Louis XVI Ormolu Figural Cartel Clock, the circular white enamel dial signed "Baudoin A Paris" within a cartouche-shaped case surmounted by an urn and flanked by two female bust fi...
Category
Late 18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
18th Century Carved and Painted Neo-Classical Chair
Located in Dallas, TX
Gorgeous and rare carved and painted Neo-Classical style chair. Upholstered in 1958 in Fortuny. An exceptional piece!!
Category
18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Wonderful Vaughan Brass Star Glass Crystal Flush Mount Ceiling 9 Light Fixtures
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Vaughan Designs Brass With Star Glass / Crystal Flush Mount Ceiling Fixture Each Having 2 Candelabra Sockets Inside.
9 Fixtures Available
Each Sold Separately
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Reed and Barton Francis I Pattern Sterling Silver Serving Spoon
Located in New York, NY
This beautifully detailed and well balanced Reed and Barton Francis I Pattern Sterling Silver Serving Spoon originates from the United States, Circa 1950. Features a lovely profile c...
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
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 Furniture
Materials
Stone, Cast Stone, Cement
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 Furniture
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 Furniture
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...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Cement
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 Furniture
Materials
Iron
John Vesey Style Steel Bronze Neoclassical Console Desk
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic brushed steel and patinated bronze clad writing table, desk, or console made in the manner and style of John Vesey (American 1924-1992). The desk is fronted by two storage dra...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Steel, Stainless Steel
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 Furniture
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 Furniture
Materials
Iron
Vintage John Widdicomb Neoclassical Empire Cherry Burl Bedside End Table Cabinet
Located in Dayton, OH
An exceptional nightstand or low cabinet by John Widdicomb. Part of their Russian Collection designed by Chad Womack in the 1970s. Features a cherry case with inset panels trimmed in...
Category
1970s Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Cherry
Italian Giltwood Carved Branch Frame Antiqued Mirror
Located in Dallas, TX
Carved wood branch frame featuring antique mirror and gold leaf finish. Created in Italy. Good condition with minimal wear from age and use.
Category
Late 20th Century Italian 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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