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.
Find antique neoclassical furniture today on 1stDibs.
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Style: Neoclassical
French Limestone Orangerie Garden Console Table by Formations
By Formations
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Sublime orangerie or garden console table featuring a French limestone top supported by a silvered iron base. Created by Formations Melrose Avenue Hollywood, California for a grand e...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone, Iron
Rose Tarlow Iron Twig Stone Top Garden Dining Suite
By Rose Tarlow
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic patio and garden dining suite consisting of four iron armchairs and one round stone top dining table measuring 53.5 inches in diameter. The iron twig design by Rose Tarlow is...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Granite, Iron
Set of Three Brown Jordan Florentine Chaise Pool Lounges
By Brown Jordan
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare set of three Richard Frinier designed patio and garden pool chaise lounges crafted by Brown Jordan. The set is from the iconic Florentine collection featuring neoclassical style...
Category
20th Century North American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
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. The Venetian collection i...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Granite, Aluminum
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 a sofa, loveseat settee, and two footrest ottom...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
Set of Five Neoclassical Greco-Roman Klismos Chaise Lounges
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Amazing set of five klismos chaise lounges crafted from cast aluminum by Restoration Hardware. Made in very limited quantities featuring neoclassical Greco-Roman designs. The four-po...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
Set of Twenty-One Brown Jordan Florentine Garden Suite
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare, monumental set of twenty-one patio and garden furniture suite designed in the neoclassical style by Richard Frinier for Brown Jordan. From the iconic Florentine collection the ...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Wrought Iron
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
Large Scale Pink Granite Urn-Form Jardiniere
Located in Dallas, TX
large scale pink granite urn-form jardiniere, 19th century France, mounted on a custom nickel plated base with Greek Key detail and ball feet on a custom made black marble plinth, Fr...
Category
18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Granite, 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,...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Large English Vintage Bird Bath on Column Base with Seashell Decorations to Base
Located in Austin, TX
A large vintage English garden stone bird bath on column base, in the Neo-Classical style, with seashell decorations to base.
In two pieces - t...
Category
20th Century British Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone, Cast Stone
Brown Jordan Florentine Wrought Aluminum Garden Dining Table
By Brown Jordan
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome labeled round patio and garden dining table crafted by Brown Jordan. From the popular Florentine collection constructed from wrought aluminum measuring 60 inches wide. The a...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Small Victorian Cast Iron Victorian Urns
Located in Altrincham, GB
Pair of Small Victorian Cast Iron Victorian Campagna Urns - Powder Coated in Green - 9"diam x 10"h
Category
1870s Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Pair Antiqued Italian Cast Stone Garden Lions
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair Antiqued Italian Cast Stone Garden Lions are a timeless design from the country in Europe primarily responsible for the classical revolution! The mirror image lions are depicti...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cast Stone
Set of Fourteen Brown Jordan Florentine Aluminum Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Grand set of fourteen wrought iron patio and garden dining armchairs designed by Richard Frinier for Brown Jordan. Known as the Florentine armchairs they feature a neoclassical latti...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Antique Neoclassical Goddess Athena Brass Door Knocker
Located in Pearland, TX
A superb antique early 20th-Century English brass door knocker in the image of the Greek goddess Athena. This fine door knocker is solid and heavy, weighing approximately 3 lbs, surr...
Category
Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Antique Copper Horse Weather Vane in Fine Verdigris Finish c Late 19th C.
Located in New York, NY
Nice early American copper horse weather vane circa late 19th C / early 20th c. , complete with the wind direction letters. The horse is constructed of copper with a hollow body and ...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Copper
Pair of Neoclassical Style Iron and Stone Top Drink Tables
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Attractive pair of drink's tables or side tables constructed from iron with a lovely painted finish. Features a round, natural stone top with a matte, unhoned finish. Made by a found...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone, Iron
Set of Four Michael Taylor Style Faux Stone Tulip Garden Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Amazing set of four patio and garden faux-stone composite armchairs made in the style of Michael Taylor. The chairs feature a concrete or molded stone style of finish having an aged ...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Composition
Neo Classical Style Alabaster Pedestal
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Neo classical style alabaster pedestal, circa 1930's. With a square top with canted corners, the column incorporating reeded and Greek key designs, resting on a nanogram shaped plint...
Category
1930s European Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Alabaster
large scale door knocker with letterbox, in the form of a classical portico
Located in London, GB
A large scale brass door knocker with letterbox, in the form of a neo-classical portico, English, circa 1900.
Letterbox flap inscribed LETTERS. (Flap aperture 129 x 27 mm).
Modern ...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Woodard Vintage Wrought Iron Dogwood Patio Table & 4 Chairs
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage dogwood mid-century modern white wrote iron outdoor table and chairs designed by Russell Woodard (circa 1956). Showcasing enameled and intricately woven wrought iron with a c...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Neoclassical Regency Style Brass Fireplace Fender Benches
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Impressive pair of fireplace fender bench seats made in the English regency taste by Maitland-Smith. The bench seats feature neoclassical style ...
Category
20th Century Philippine Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Michael Taylor Montecito Garden Drinks Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome pair of aluminum patio and garden Montecito drink tables designed by Michael Taylor. The tables features a square top crafted from molded cast stone with conforming corners....
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
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
Italian Concrete Garden Cherub Statue
Located in Wichita, KS
Early 20th century concrete Italian garden statue of cherub /putti figure, c. 1920. This charming, angelic statue is suitable for outdoor use.
We offer expedited, fully-insured, cu...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Antique Dutch Copper Log Holder, 18th-19th Century
Located in Soest, NL
18th - 19th Century Dutch neoclassical log basket. The firewood basket is made of copper and brass with wrought iron handles. Also called 'aker'. Used to draw water from the well an...
Category
Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Copper
Set of Twelve Michael Taylor Gilt Klismos Garden Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Sublime set of twelve greco-roman klismos style patio and garden cast aluminum dining chairs designed by Michael Taylor. The garden chairs (model...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
Michael Taylor Design Montecito Bronzed Garden Sofa Settee
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic bronzed aluminum patio and garden junior sofa or settee loveseat made in the style and manner of Michael Taylor by a foundry in Los Angeles, CA. The frame features a design th...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Michael Taylor Design Montecito Chairs and Ottoman
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic pair of patio and garden cast aluminum chairs and ottoman made in the style and manner of Michael Taylor by a foundry in Los Angeles, CA. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
Antique Large Heavy Cast Iron Flower Urn Garden Planter Trophy Vase 35"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique cast iron garden urn or planter with ornate scrolled handles and square pedestal base.
Dimensions:
35" x 23.5" x 16.5" h, 100 lbs
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Pair of Figural Bronze Bacchus Tazza Garden Urns Footed Planter Jardinière 27"
Located in Dayton, OH
Exceptional set of footed bronze tazza urns. Features traditional Grecian form with gadrooned body and flared mouth with leaf trim. The urn is flanked on each side with magnificent f...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
2 Massive French Gilt Bronze Footed Palace Urns Planter Jardinière Vase Pair 59"
Located in Dayton, OH
Monumental oversized pair of French Neoclassical style bronze urns / planters over stands, circa last quarter 20th century. These oversized planters are perfect for display indoor or...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
18th-19th Century French 'the Time' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Soest, NL
Late 18th or early 19th Century Neoclassical period French fire back with the time. The time, an old man with a scythe, symbol of the ephemeral character of life.
The fireback is ma...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
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 sphere
USA, Late 20th Century
Measures: 11"W x 6.75"D x 1...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Set of Eight Michael Taylor Montecito Garden Dining Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare set of eight Montecito cast aluminum patio and garden dining armchairs designed by Michael Taylor. The set consists of all armchairs (Model #MTD-1078) with a matte finish having...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Aluminum
Antique French 'Flora' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th-19th Century
Located in Soest, NL
Late 18th or early 19th century French fireback with Flora, goddess of spring and flowers. Neoclassical period.
The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upo...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
French Neoclassical 'Diana' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th-19th Century
Located in Soest, NL
18th-19th century French neoclassical period fireback with the goddess Diana. Goddess of hunting, also protector of animals of the forest, especially the young animals. She experienc...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique French 'Cupid' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Soest, NL
Late 18th or early 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 do...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
French Neoclassical 'Fasces' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th-19th Century
Located in Soest, NL
18th-19th century French neoclassical period fireback with fasces. Fasces are a bundle of rods tied around an axe, which was a symbol carried by lictors in ancient Rome to signify th...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Neoclassical Black Cast Iron Urns with Base / Plinth (Set of 2)
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Neoclassical Black Cast Iron Urns on Base/Plinth, are a captivating set of two garden urns / planters featuring c-scroll handles that exude timeless elegance. These urns bear a n...
Category
19th Century Unknown Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique Dutch Fireplace Tool Set, Kitchen Tools, 18th - 19th Century
Located in Soest, NL
Late 18th or early 19th century Dutch Neoclassical fireplace tool set consisting of a hanger and six irons and kitchen tools. From left to right is included a wrought iron fork, a co...
Category
Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Copper, Wrought Iron
Antique French 'Allegory of Love' Fireback, 18th-19th Century
Located in Soest, NL
18th-19th century French Neoclassical fireback with the pillars of freedom and a decoration depicting an allegory of love.
The fireback is made of cast iron and has a black / pewte...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique French 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash, 19th C.
Located in Soest, 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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Vintage Classical Metal Orb Garden Finial
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful vintage metal garden orb finial
USA, Late 20th Century
Measures: 8"W x 8"D x 13"H
Very good vintage condition.
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
French Neoclassical Fireback / Backsplash, 18th-19th Century
Located in Soest, NL
18th-19th century French neoclassical period fireback.
The fireback is made of cast iron. It has a natural brown patina. Upon request it can be made black / pewter at no extra cost....
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Brown Jordan Wrought Iron Swivel Chairs
By Brown Jordan
Located in Cumberland, RI
This vintage wrought iron patio furniture set by Brown Jordan is perfect for your outdoor deck, garden, or patio. The swivel seats are comfortable and perfect to relax in poolside.
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Chromed Bronze Custom Maddox Door Handle Set, Rocky Mountain Hardware, USA
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rocky Mountain White Bronze Maddox Entry Set Lever Door Knobs & Lock, 2023, USA.
Rocky Mountain White Bronze Maddox Entry Set Lever Door Knobs & Lock, 2023, USA. Elegant beading trims the distinguished curves of our Maddox Collection. Inspired by the ornate character of Colonial style architecture, these pieces feature tiered oval silhouettes and gracefully beveled edges. The fine details of our Maddox Collection are achieved through the art of lost-wax casting, an Old-World technique perfected by our master craftsmen. Maddox Lever Exterior Escutcheon (E589): 3 1/8" x 3 1/8" Interior Escutcheon (E589): 3 1/8" x 3 1/8" Dead Bolt (DB580) -EXTERIOR ONLY - 2 3/8" x 3 5/16" Set does NOT include turn piece (interior lock escutcheon). You should be able to order a replacement turn piece & escutcheon directly from Rocky Mountain Hardware...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Mario Papperzini for Salterini Style Garden Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic pair of iron patio and garden dining armchairs made in the manner and style of Mario Papperzini for John Salterini. The inspiration for the Janus et Cie round back Amalfi chair...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique French 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Soest, 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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique French 'Cupid' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Soest, 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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Mario Papperzini for Salterini Style Garden Dining Suite
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Distinctive patio and garden outdoor dining suite consisting of eight dining chairs and one large rectangular dining table. Beautifully crafted in the manner and style of Mario Pappe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel, Wrought Iron
Antique French Dripping Pan, 18th - 19th Century
Located in Soest, NL
Late 18th or early 19th century French Neoclassical dripping pan. It was used and can still be used to collect moisture when grilling food in the fireplace. Antique dripping pans are...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Copper, Wrought Iron
Antique French Neoclassical 'The Sun' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Soest, 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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique French Neoclassical Period Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Soest, 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 Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
18th-19th Century Dutch Neoclassical Fireplace Grate or Fire Grate
Located in Soest, NL
18th-19th century Dutch Neoclassical fireplace grate made of wrought iron. The fireplace grate is in a good condition and is fully functional.
Width at front is 46 cm (18,5 inches)...
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Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Small Antique French 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Soest, NL
Small 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 f...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique 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.
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