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
1920's Reclaimed Italian Carrara Bianco and Nero Marble Checker Flooring Tile
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
This is a 1920's piece by piece reclaimed Italian Carrara Bianco and Nero marble checker tile. The beautiful antique texture and the visible veining within this old marble flooring g...
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1920s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Carrara Marble
Mural Glass Mosaic in Flower Design, Neoclassical Style
By Alexander Anisimov, Alexander's Collection
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Mural Glass Mosaic in Flower Design, Neoclassical Style
The legendary Alexander's Collection, a brand that initially made the name in the Asian markets, is now taking a breakthrough...
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2010s Chinese Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Gold Plate
Antique Cache Pots Pair by Ridgway Neoclassical England Circa 1820
Located in Katonah, NY
A pair of lovely Ridgeway stoneware cachepots and stands with neoclassical decoration and three scenes in cartouche.
The design is done in white rel...
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Early 19th Century Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stoneware
Antique Cache Pots Pair by Ridgway Neoclassical England Circa 1820
Located in Katonah, NY
A pair of lovely Ridgeway stoneware cachepots and stands with neoclassical decoration and three scenes in cartouche.
The design is done in white rel...
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Early 19th Century Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stoneware
Pair of Michael Taylor Montecito Bronzed Garden Lounge Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic pair of neoclassical style Montecito junior chairs designed by Michael Taylor. Model number MTD-1770 junior chairs are slightly smaller than full sized Montecito chairs. The c...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Granite, Aluminum
French Set of Six Powdercoated Garden Dining Chairs
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Neoclassical style set of six patio dining chairs from France, composed of two armchairs and four armless side chairs, circa 1960, recently sandblasted and powdercoated in a gorgeous...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
French Cast Iron Powdercoated Garden Table
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This French cast iron garden table from the late 19th century expresses Beaux Arts tastes of the period in Neoclassical motifs decorating...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
French Pair of Petite Cast Iron Garden Urns
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This captivating pair of Neoclassical cast iron garden urns from the 19th century exhibits all the elegance and grandeur of the period. Painted in a blue-grey, these urns feature iconic and timeless details–perfect for adding a touch of traditional sophistication to your interior or patio. The heavy iron construction is designed to weather the elements, proven by the time-worn patina adding character and charm to the exterior. Ideal for both decorative and functional use, these urns are a fantastic addition to any setting, offering a blend of history and cultivated style. Please view the detailed images. Sold as a pair...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
4 Antique Reclaimed French Neoclassical Leaded Stained Glass Jeweled Windows 38"
Located in Dayton, OH
Remarkable set of 4 French leaded stained slag glass windows. Features a central pink jeweled Neoclassical bow flanked by fleur de lis above a teardrop tasseled design. The window ha...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
French 20th Century Neoclassical Alabaster Pedestal
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A dazzling early 20th century French hand-carved natural alabaster pedestal, that glitters and glows in the light. The flat top surface elevates sculptural works of art to a safe height, as well as vases or plants. The columnar silhouette is carved with intermittent ribs for a bit of texture against the monochromatic stone. Such a sculptural piece on its own, this pedestal would fit many historic, traditional, and transitional house...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Alabaster
Antique French Copper Log Holder, Early 19th Century
Located in Soest, NL
A socalled 'ferrat' from Auvergne, France. Old copper container reinforced with a frame and adorned with copper bands with which the women went to fetch water. They wore it either on...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Copper
Pair of Large Classical Style Gray Planters
Located in Bradenton, FL
Pair of Classical metal planters with wreath motif. A pair of American Neoclassical style metal planters with grey patinated color, laurel wreath motifs, acorns and ball feet. This ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Monumental Italian Water Fountain with Delphine Sculptures
Located in Rome, IT
This monumental finely carved limestone fountain is composed a three levels.
The first tiered with three amazing dolphin statues, the others adorned with lion heads ending with a pu...
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2010s Italian Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
French 18/19th Century, Carved White Marble Neoclassical Capital
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful hand-carved white marble capital .
Beautiful weathered white marble .
France circa 1780- 1820
Weathered
H:17cm W:18cm D:18cm
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18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
French Iron & Marble Outdoor Dining Table
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A stunning French 19th century cast iron & marble garden dining table, perfect for entertaining or everyday use–inside and out. The white marble top is a unique polygonal shape–an el...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble, Iron
Pair of Italian Painted & Parcel Gilt Doors C. 1900
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of tall, rustic double doors with an ornate and distressed finish. The doors are painted in a faded greenish-blue tone, with weathered wood and chipped areas that reveal hints ...
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Gold Leaf
Column Pedestal in the Neoclassical Style
Located in New York, NY
A rich brown fluted wood column pedestal in the Neoclassical style, circa early-20th century. Pedestal, closest in design to the Ionic column, is a rich brown wood, with a square top...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
2 Metropolitan Galleries Neoclassical Bronze Rams Head Sculpture Pedestals Stand
Located in Dayton, OH
Monumental Pair of French Neoclassical Style Bronze Rams Head Sculpture Pedestals or Plant Stands by Metropolitan Galleries. Cast by the traditional, Lost Wax Bronze Casting method. ...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Papperzini Amalfi Adjustable Chain Back Garden Sofas
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic matching pair of neoclassical style iron garden sofas made in the manner and style of Mario Papperzini and Janus et Cie Amalfi collection. T...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
19th Century Pair of English Stone Planters
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This classic pair of English rectangular planters are the perfect addition to your garden or sunny interior. Made of reconstituted stone with geometric trellis motif for a touch of s...
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19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone
French Neoclassical Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th Century
Located in Soest, NL
18th - 19th century French Neoclassical period fireback. The fireback is signed by its maker P. Martin C.
The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon requ...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Pair of Early 20th Century Petite 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
An Antique Pair Of White Carrara Marble Pedestals
Located in London, GB
A Continental pair of antique white Carrara marble pedestals. Square base and socle with slightly bulbous tapered columns, terminating in square capitals. Good condition for age, goo...
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1890s European Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Carrara Marble
Pair of French Neoclassical Cast Iron Garden Urns Planters, circa 1940
Located in Pearland, TX
A stylish pair of vintage classic French cast iron garden urns or planters with the lovely original surface and patina, circa 1940. These beautiful jardinieres are a nice large size,...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
French 19th Century Brass Fireplace Fender
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An French 19th century architecturally-inspired French fireplace fender to transform the hearth with a little Neoclassical flair. The pierced brass railing uses alternating slits in ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Pair of Michael Taylor Montecito Stone Top Garden Drinks Tables
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome pair of bronzed aluminum patio and garden Montecito drink tables designed by Michael Taylor. The two side tables (model #MTD-2075) measures 24 x 24 x 24 inches and are toppe...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
French 19th Century Cast Iron Urn
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A large, Neoclassical cast iron garden urn from the 19th century, exhibiting all the elegance and grandeur of the period. Painted in a deep green, the urn features iconic and timeles...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
18th Century French Napoleon III Weight-Driven Spit Jack
Located in Soest, NL
Functional 18th century French Napoleon III weight-driven spit jack made of wrought iron, wood and stone. It was used for cooking in a kitchen fireplace...
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18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone, Wrought Iron
Set of Eight McKinnon and Harris Garden Dining Chairs
By Mckinnon and Harris
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare set of eight hand-crafted aluminum patio and garden dining chairs by McKinnon and Harris Richmond, Virginia. The neoclassical style dining chairs are from the Beaufort collectio...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
20th Century Neoclassical Wire Mesh and Brass Fireplace Screen
Located in Germantown, MD
A 20th Century Neoclassical Wire Mesh and Brass Fireplace Screen. Measures 39" in width, 8" in depth and 31" in height.
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Iron
French 19th Century Mahogany Ionic Column
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Breathtaking 19th century French pedestal or architectural column in the Ionic order, carved from solid mahogany. This Neoclassical wonder has a magnificent capital, carved in layers...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage English Country Iron Black Garden Armillary Sundial
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning vintage English country or Neoclassical style black iron garden armillary sundial
USA, Late 20th Century
Measures: 14"W x 10"D x 16.5"H
Very good vintage condition. Pa...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Rose Tarlow Style Iron Lattice Garden Chaise Longue
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Charming wrought iron patio and garden chaise longue or lounge made in the style and manner of Rose Tarlow, Melrose House. The lounge features a thick iron frame with a neoclassical ...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
French Neoclassical Style Fireback / Backsplash, 20th Century
Located in Soest, NL
20th Century French Neoclassical Style Fireback / Backsplash
The fireback is made of cast iron and is black / pewter in color. It is in good condition and does not have cracks.
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20th Century French Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Vintage Patinated Bronze Sculpture 'American Bald Eagle Upon Landing'
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage patinated bronze sculpture 'American Bald Eagle Upon Landing'
USA, Circa 1960s
Of large scale, realistically cast and modeled of a land...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
Pair of 19th C. Italian Corinthian Columns
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of two monumental 19th Century Italian Corinthian columns hand painted in white. The Corinthian style capitals are made of wood and chalk.
They will make a surely make a statem...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Neoclassical Greco-Roman Klismos Chaise Lounge 3 Available
Located in Bradenton, FL
Rare, late 20th Century Neoclassical Greco Roman Klismos Chaise Lounge, crafted from cast aluminum by Restoration Hardware.
A modern interpretation of t...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
French Neoclassical Style Cast Stone Garden Center Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Opulent French round garden center table featuring a 2 inch thick molded cast stone top. The massive top is supported by a Greco-Roman neoclassical style corinthian column capital cr...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Set of Six Michael Taylor Montecito Garden Dining Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare set of six Michael Taylor designs Montecito dining armchairs (model #MTD-1078) featuring a dramatic black powder coated finish. The iconic chairs have smooth ball finials on the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
Monumental Pair of Italian Neoclassical Marble Columns
Located in Rome, IT
This outstanding pair of yellow "Breccia di Siena" precious Doric marble columns raised on a white Carrara marble square base with a large molded socle above. Finely carved iconic Io...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Stoneware figural statue of Erin, the personification of Ireland
Located in Katonah, NY
A rare stoneware figure of Erin, the female personification of Ireland, the partially-draped figure playing a small harp and standing alongside a tree trunk encircled with roses and ...
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1860s English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stoneware
Neoclassical Alabaster Urn Uplighter Lamp
Located in Barcelona, ES
Sculptural alabaster Art Deco period urn table lamp with neoclassical design, Italy, 1940s.
This elegant carved alabaster neoclassical 'uplighter' urn lamp will be a nice addition pl...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Alabaster
Pair Obelisk Shaped Garden Topiary Forms in Wrought Iron
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A pair of hand crafted wrought iron topiary forms that are perfect for growing flowering vines or vegetables. These neoclassical forms would look handso...
Category
1980s American Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Richard Frinier for Brown Jordan Sofa Settee Set with Ottomans
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare pair of patio and garden pieces designed by Richard Frinier for Brown Jordan. Known as the Florentine collection the set includes...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
French Neoclassical Style Garden Dining Suite by Sifas
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare set of French neoclassical style patio and garden dining suite hand-crafted by Sifas. The set consists of four dining chairs and one round dining table. The set is from their Kr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
Antique Stone Neoclassical Ionic Column Capital Stand, 19th Century
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning Greek or Roman Neoclassical style cast stone Ionic column capital. This piece of architectural salvage would make a lovely objet d'art, ...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cast Stone
Set of Seven Greek Key Stone Planters
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Classic and refined grouping of planters from England, in reconstituted stone, are the perfect addition to your garden or interior. Each plant pot, or cache pot, has Greek Key and gr...
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19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone
Set of Four Michael Taylor Design Montecito Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic set of four patio and garden Montecito chairs designed by Michael Taylor. The set features recently re-powder coated frames in a very dark gun m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
A set of four hand carved statuary marble statues depicting ‘The Four Seasons”
By Carlo Nicoli
Located in Tyrone, Northern Ireland
A set of four hand carved statuary marble statues depicting ‘The Four Seasons” after Carlo Nicoli
Winter wearing a cloak, Spring with flowers, Summer with sheath of corn and scythe, ...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Statuary Marble
Antique Neoclassical Leaded Stained Glass Pine Floral French Doors Sidelite 90"
Located in Dayton, OH
A rare and impressive set of antique half glazed architectural salvaged French double doors and sidelites. Features a solid pine frame with arched, scrolled and neoclassical ribboned...
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stained Glass, Pine
Vintage Cherub or Putti Terracotta Planter or Urn by Bitossi Filippo - Italy
By Bitossi
Located in St. Louis, MO
Wonderful vintage Bitossi Filippo - Italy red terracotta garden planter, urn or flower pot decorated with a continuous frieze of dancing putti / cerubs carrying fruity festoons. Stam...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
American Early 19th Century Fireplace Surround
Located in Norwood, NJ
Beautiful late American Federal/Classical period mahogany carved fireplace surround. Possibly Philadelphia. With carved tapered and fluted columns and oval shell rosettes. Center und...
Category
Early 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Mahogany
French 19th Century Cast Iron Garden Table
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A classic, Parisian-style bistro table from the late 19th century, for your garden or patio! The round stone top is quite unique for its patterning, in the color and texture of brick...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone, Iron
Richard Frinier for Brown Jordan Florentine Garden Dining Suite
By Brown Jordan
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Exceptional wrought aluminum patio and garden outdoor furniture dining suite designed by Richard Frinier for Brown Jordan. From the Fl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
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...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood, Paint
Italian Neoclassical Marble Columns or Pedestals— 3 Available
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Elegant Italian Green Marble Columns or Pedestals. Of note are the beautifully carved detail on the bodies, tops and bases of the columns, which are set on circular socles on square...
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Pair of Mario Papperzini for John Salterini Garden Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Large pair of mid-century modern iron patio and garden dining chairs attributed to Mario Papperzini for John Salterini. The tall chairs have an iconic design with a square back inset...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Set of Ten Neoclassical Style Iron Garden Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stately set of ten wrought iron patio and garden dining chairs in the neoclassical taste. The set consists of all armchairs with a thick, heavy iron frame. The seats have a humped ba...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Venus de Milo Female Statue Sculpture Indoors and Garden
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Venus de Milo female figurative cast stone statue sculpture piece, in the Neoclassical style, circa 20th century. A great statement piece indoors on a column pedestal, cocktail table, etc., or outdoors, a garden or patio area, pool house, pool area, etc. Piece has beautiful age patina as shown in images. Piece is a nice size. Dimensions: 5.5" x 5.5" x 24.5" Height.
White plaster column...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cast Stone
Richard Frinier for Brown Jordan Venetian Garden Dining Suite
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Amazing patio and garden dining suite consisting of four dining armchairs and one stone top round dining table designed by Richard Frinier for Brown Jordan...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Granite, Aluminum
Vintage English Country Iron Black Garden Armillary Sundial
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning vintage English country or Neoclassical style black iron garden armillary sundial
USA, Late 20th Century
Measures: 11"W x 7"D x 13"H
Very good vintage condition.
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
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.