Classical Roman Patio and Garden Furniture
CLASSICAL ROMAN STYLE
During Mount Vesuvius’ eruption in 79 A.D., Pompeii and Herculaneum in today’s Italy were preserved as they were on the day of their destruction. Particularly at Herculaneum, furnishings were carbonized beneath volcanic ash. This was pivotal to understanding how Classical Roman furniture was designed. Archaeological investigations and printed reproductions of discoveries would influence styles evoking this ancient civilization, from the Renaissance to neoclassicism.
While knowledge of Classical Roman furniture comes from rare surviving pieces, it is also derived from frescoes and sculptures portraying Roman life. Much of Roman art, architecture and design was informed by Greece — Roman architect, military engineer and writer Marcus Vitruvius Pollio, whose timeless De architectura is taught in contemporary architecture classes and pays tribute to classical architecture, visited Greece while working under Julius Caesar and admired the country’s architectural developments. The Roman solium references the Greek thronos, a stately chair of honor with an upright form and footstool. As the Roman Empire spread across Europe and into North Africa and Western Asia, the expansion of trade for silver, silk, marble and wood allowed for more luxurious designs.
Classical Roman furniture was made from bronze, wood and stone — in particular, marble — with ornate touches like tortoiseshell veneers, bone and glass inlays and claw feet. Ornaments depicting lion heads and mythological figures were sculpted from silver, bronze and ivory. Compared to the decorative attention given to the mosaic floors and wall paintings, however, furniture for even a wealthy house was minimal. It focused on the necessities for guests arriving for both socializing and business and the rooms housing family, relatives and enslaved people.
The triclinium dining room had banquet couches, items so prized they were sometimes interred with the deceased. Tall bronze or terracotta candelabras held oil lamps for lighting. Carved marble tables reflected status, while the lararium home shrine demonstrated faith.
Find a collection of Classical Roman decorative objects, tables, seating and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Style: Classical Roman
Antique Corinthian Corner Capital
Located in Sheffield, MA
The antique Corinthian corner capital is made of veined marble painted white. One corner is cut away so that the capital can protrudes from the corn...
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19th Century Unknown Antique Classical Roman Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Marble
Antique Cast Stone Garden Lion Throne Chairs
Located in Las Vegas, NV
A pair of huge cast stone lion face garden throne/chairs.
Bases are his and hers style with a 2" height difference.
Bucket seating area is the same. IMO they are quite comfortable.
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Early 20th Century English Classical Roman Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Cast Stone
Pair of 19th Century Italian Carrara Marble Garden Tables
Located in Richmond, VA
A pair of 19th century Italian Carrara marble garden tables with circular tops on baluster column pediments with square plinths. Elegant gadrooning on the central column. The lower c...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Classical Roman Patio and Garden Furniture
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Carrara Marble
Pair of Italian Neoclassical Style Griffons Table Pedestals
Located in Sheffield, MA
Two grand and very impressive cast concrete neoclassical style pedestal dining table bases with finely detailed winged griffins. Will support a large stone, marble or glass table top. Can be used indoors or outdoors - sun porch...
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Early 2000s Classical Roman Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Concrete
Mid Century Classical Roman Outdoor Patio Garden Set Glass Top Table 4 Chairs
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic simple and elegant design from the John Salterini company borrowing from the Romans using the X stretcher design with ties to the centers of each piece. Also on the chair b...
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1940s American Vintage Classical Roman Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Pair of Italian Neoclassical Style Griffons Table Pedestals
Located in Sheffield, MA
Two grand and very impressive cast concrete neoclassical style pedestal dining table bases with finely detailed winged griffins. Will support a large stone, marble or glass table top...
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Early 2000s Classical Roman Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Concrete
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Cast Resin 'Stone' Dining Chair, Aged Stone Finish by Zachary A. Design
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Outdoor Pedestal Dining Table
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Handcrafted of fiber reinforced resin, a forceful material for extreme weather conditions.
Lacquered in matte white with protective UV coat.
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Wrought Iron and Stone Garden Patio Stand with Pebble Stone Top
Located in New York, NY
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Extraordinary Faux Bois Cast Stone Branch Garden Bench
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A Classic Garden Bench in cast stone over an iron framing with all of the various parts recreating Tree Branches and Boards with fantastic detailing including simulated wood graining, peeling bark and faux lichen. The bench is very solid feeling and surprisingly comfortable.
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Wrought Iron Mid Century Garden Patio Set Five Pieces
Located in Newfoundland, PA
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Five-Piece Decorated Cast Stone Garden Dining Set
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Saddle Seat Iron Garden Bench
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful form and patina, rustic garden bench, seat, footrest. Unknown maker, in the style of Salterini.
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Located in Hudson, NY
This bench part of a garden purchased from a long established upstate NY estate that was created between 1880 and 1920. Made from a very decorative pyroclastic flow marble and cast ...
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Set of Eight Italian Regency Lyre Back Classical Form Dining Chairs
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Classical Roman patio and garden furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Classical Roman patio and garden 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 patio and garden furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, seating, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with stone, cast stone and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Classical Roman patio and garden furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Mexico pieces for sale on 1stDibs. 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 patio and garden furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $770 and tops out at $30,000 while the average work can sell for $8,375.