Neoclassical Patio and Garden 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
Brown Jordan Neoclassical Patio Outdoor Coffee Table
By Brown Jordan
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Neoclassical style Brown Jordan outdoor coffee or cocktail table. The rectangular table is topped with an inset piece of frosted glass. From an estate in Beverly Hills, CA.
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Brown Jordan Neoclassical Style Elegance Oval Garden Dining Tables
By Brown Jordan
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Impressive Brown Jordan cast aluminum patio and garden dining tables made in the neoclassical taste. These oval form tables are from the "elegance" line and feature klismos style leg...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Glazed Terra Cotta Lion Garden Seat
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Antique Italian fern or drinks stand or garden seat crafted in terra cotta depicting an ancient stylized lion, decorated in a classic white glaze, now crackled.
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
Wrought Iron and Brass Curule Chairs, 1960's
Located in Rochester, NY
Four wrought iron metal mesh classical style curule form chairs ( three side chairs and one armchair ) with brass urn finials at top posts in overall nicely aged original surface. Lo...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Italian Majolica Neoclassical Style Garden Seat Stool
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Spectacular Mid-Century Modern Italian Majolica garden seat stool made in the neoclassical taste. The heavy stool has a square form decorated with a subtle...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Majolica, Pottery
Pair of Hollywood Regency Wrought Iron Curule Benches
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stylish pair of Hollywood Regency wrought iron curule benches made in the neoclassical taste. Featuring an X-form design with scrolled arms a...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Rene Drouet Style French Bronze Coffee Cocktail Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fantastic French bronze coffee or cocktail table made in the manner of Rene Drouet. Constructed in the neoclassical taste featuring an x form base with decorative loops centered by a...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Bronze
French Neoclassical Style Iron Curule Leg Garden Dining Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare, patinated French iron patio or garden dining table crafted from iron. The table features a slatted rectangular top supported by a trestle style sculptural base having curule legs...
Category
20th Century European Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Early French Fern and Blackberry White Iron Garden or Patio Set of Three, 1800s
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Channel your inner Gray Gardens with this beautiful Hollywood Regency cast iron garden furniture set. Painted in white, this set include...
Category
Early 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Set of Six Neoclassical Style Garden Armchairs with Ottoman
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stately six piece patio and garden suite consisting of four armchairs and one large lounge chair with ottoman. Crafted from cast aluminum with a dark gree...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Antique Heavy Stone French Planters
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of antique French planters with cherubs. One has more patina than the other (see images). These are a very heavy stone material. Perhaps l...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Stone
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Style Iron Molla Diana the Huntress Chairs, Pair
By Molla
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an early 20th century pair of neoclassical style iron chairs by the Molla Foundry, which was produced in England and New York. They have the original slats, and are in garden...
Category
Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Pair of Terracotta Planters with Terracotta Bases, Italy, Late 19th Century
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of terracotta planters with terracotta bases. Italy, late 19th century.
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
Iron and Stone Top Center Table or Drink Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Attractive center table or drink's table constructed from iron with a lovely painted finish. Features a round, natural stone top with a matte, unhoned finish. Made by a foundry in Lo...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Stone, Iron
Elegant Gold Gilt Neoclassical Revival Metal Bench
Located in Sheffield, MA
A stylish and elegant gold gilt iron bench with a high back and arms for comfortable seating. A perfect addition to a uniquely designed home! This would be perfect as a hall bench, i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Cast Iron Garden Chair in the Morning Glory Pattern
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This cast iron garden chair dates to the late 19th century and is in the "Morning Glory" pattern and has been acquired from an estate in Aurora, N.Y..
Note: Read the attached book p...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Three Neoclassical Wrought Iron Garden Chairs sold individually
Located in Washington, DC
Set of three Neoclassical Wrought Iron Garden Chairs available for purchase individually. Arm Height 25 inches.
Category
1950s European Vintage Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Round Marble Top Coffee Table with Carved Marble Base
Located in Sheffield, MA
Vintage circular marble coffee table with carved base. Marble table, coffee table, drinks table.
Category
Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Marble
Vintage Carved Marble Table
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
A wonderfully carved vintage marble table featuring an intriguing botanical pattern on the top surrounding an anonymous face, supported by an impr...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Marble
Neoclassical Horse-Bit & Travertine Garden/Patio Table Provenance Celine Dion
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Neoclassical horse-bit & travertine top garden/patio table Provenance Celine Dion, in two parts, one inch thick Travertine top.
Provenance: Celine Dion's J...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Travertine, Aluminum
Iron and Stone Top Center Table or Drink Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Attractive center table or drinks table constructed from iron with a lovely painted finish. Features a round, natural stone top with a matte, unhoned finish. Made by a foundry in Los...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Stone, Iron
19th Century Cast Iron Marble-Top Bistro Table with Swedish Coat of Arms
Located in Copenhagen, K
Charming iron cast table, with a crowned emblem with three royal Swedish crowns on blue background on each side.
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Marble, Iron
Michael Taylor Montecito Bronzed Aluminum Garden Sofa
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Grand 8 foot long bronzed aluminum Montecito patio and garden sofa by Michael Taylor Designs. The iconic sofa features a large cast aluminum frame that cradles oversized seat cushion...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Set of Four Michael Taylor Montecito Chairs with Two Ottomans
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Impressive patio and garden suite designed by Michael Taylor Designs consisting of four Montecito armchairs and two matching ottomans. The iconic set is constructed from solid alumin...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of French Garden Armchairs, 1950s
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of 1950s iron chairs from France with gorgeous patina + a sculptural frame that sets these apart from your standard garden chair. Easily used indoor or outdoors, these now hav...
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Metal
Pair Neoclassic Wrought Iron Chaise Lounges, Salterini Style
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of hand crafted, custom-made wrought iron chaise lounges in a classical design. Exquisitely crafted classical design of a circle and X ...
Category
1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Set of 4 "FERN & BLACKBERRY" Cast Iron Garden Seats, 19th Century
Located in Charleston, SC
Extraordinary "FERN & BLACKBERRY" cast iron garden seats stamped on the back FS. The pattern originated in the Coalbrookdale Company Firms catalo...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Set of Six Neoclassical Style Aluminum Garden Chaise Lounges
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stylish set of six cast aluminum patio and garden chaise lounges or longues made in the neoclassical taste. The lounges feature a black powder coated finish with an adjustable 3 posi...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
19th Century French Iron Glass Top Dining Table with Four Matching Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
A 19th century French iron glass top dining table with four matching chairs. From Isleboro, Maine estate of a noted collector. Table dimensions: 27.75" height x 48" diameter.
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Neoclassical patio and garden furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical 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 and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with iron, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical patio and garden furniture made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe 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 $1,600 and tops out at $11,500 while the average work can sell for $3,500.
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