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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
Antique French 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
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...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Louis XVI-Style Bronze Chenets
Located in New Orleans, LA
Cherubs representing the gods Cupid and Mercury, indicated by their respective bow and winged helmet, sit atop this charming pair of French chenets, or fireplace andirons. Crafted of stunning doré and patinated bronze, these figures display a delightful neoclassical elegance characteristic of Louis XVI design. Chenets were a staple of any well-appointed home, serving as both decorative and useful objects. They were placed in front of a fireplace to protect priceless rugs and flooring from rolling logs...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Bronze

Antique French 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
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...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Neoclassical Style Marble Pedestal
Located in Houston, TX
An early 20th century neoclassical style red or rouge and black marble pedestal.
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Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

An Italian late 17th century Neo-Classical st. Giltwood statue of Minerva
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A charming and most decorative Italian late 17th century Neo-Classical st. Giltwood statue of Minerva. This wonderfully detailed statue of Minerva is raised on a faux painted Porphyr...
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17th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Giltwood

19th Century French Cast Iron Urn with Handles – Heavy with Green Patina Finish
Located in Milano, IT
This 19th-century French cast iron urn is a solid and heavy piece, featuring elegant handles and a beautifully aged green patina finish. The sturdy construction and classic design ma...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Antique French Neoclassical Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th - 19th century French neoclassical fireback. The fireback is made of cast iron. It is in a good condition and does not have cracks.
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Cast Iron Ruffle-Edge Garden Urn, circa 1920
Located in Chappaqua, NY
Cast Iron Ruffle-Edge Garden Urn, circa 1920's. Medici style urn on base. Weathered surface.
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1920s Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Antique French 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
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...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

French Neoclassical 'Diana' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th-19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th-19th century French neoclassical fireback with the goddess Diana. Goddess of hunting, also protector of animals of the forest, especially the young animals. She experienced grea...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Antique French Neoclassical Fireback, 18th - 19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th - 19th century French neoclassical period fireback depicting a hunter and a deer flanked by two pillars of freedom. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a brown patina. Up...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Antique French 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th - 19th century French neoclassical period fireback with two pillars of freedom. The pillars symbolize the value liberty, one of the three values of the French revolution. The ...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

French Neoclassical Style 'The Smithy' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
20th century French Neoclassical style fireback. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon request it can be made black / pewter. The fireback is in a g...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

French Neoclassical Period Fireplace Grate or Fire Basket, 18th - 19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Late 18th / early 19th century French Neoclassical period fire grate. Made of beautifully forged wrought iron. The condition is good. The width at the front is 66 cm (26.0 inches) ...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Antique French 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th - 19th century French neoclassical period fireback with two pillars of freedom. The pillars symbolize the value liberty, one of the three values of the French revolution. The ...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Antique French 'Cupid' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
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...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

The Simone: A Classically-Inspired Stone Fireplace with Carved Leaf Detail
Located in Chicago, IL
The classically-inspired Simone Fireplace, from our Elizabeth Scott Collection, features several traditional elements. The shelf piece, with its multi-layered molding, flares out ge...
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2010s American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

Antique French 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th - 19th century French neoclassical period fireback with two pillars of freedom. The pillars symbolize the value liberty, one of the three values of the French revolution. The ...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

French Neoclassical 'Dancers' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th - 19th century French Neoclassical period fireback with two dancers. The fireback is signed by its maker P. Martin C. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown ...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Antique French Neoclassical 'Minerva' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th-19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th-19th century French Neoclassical period fireback with the goddess Minerva. Goddess of knowledge, intellect and ingenuity of the human spirit. She is often depicted with an owl, ...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Antique French 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
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...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Antique French Neoclassical 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
19th century French neoclassical style fireback with two pillars of freedom. The pillars symbolize the value liberty, one of the three values of the French revolution. The date of pr...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Antique French 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
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...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Antique French Neoclassical Fireback / Backsplash, 19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
19th century French neoclassical period fireback. The pillars symbolize freedom, one of the three values of the French Revolution. The date of production, 1840, is also cast in the f...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

19th Century English Fireplace Tools, Fire Tools
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
19th century English fireplace tool set made of bronze, polished copper and wrought iron.
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19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Bronze, Wrought Iron, Copper

Antique French 'Marriage' Fireback / Backsplash, 19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
19th century French neoclassical fireplace fireback cast in the honor of the marriage of Multon and Anne Le Pape in 1826. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown pa...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Antique Dutch Fireplace Tool Set, Kitchen Tools, 18th - 19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
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...
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Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Copper, Wrought Iron

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 ...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Brass

Antique French Neoclassical 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
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...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Large 18th-19th Century French Neoclassical Fire Grate, Fireplace Grate
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th-19th century French neoclassical fireplace basket - fire basket made of cast iron, brass and wrought iron. The basket is in a good condition and is fully functional. The total w...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Brass, Iron, Wrought Iron

Antique French 'Cupid' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
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...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Neoclassical Style Brass Pineapple Fireplace Tools In The Style of Maison Baguès
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice neoclassical style pineapple fireplace tools are made of brass. This is a French work in the style of Maison Baguès. Circa 1970
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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Brass

Antique French Neoclassical 'Mercury' Fireback, 18th - 19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Late 18th or early 19th Century French fireback with Mercury. The god of commerce. The style of the fireback is Neoclassical and it is from that period. The fireback is made of cast...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Antique Dutch Fireplace Tools or Fire Tools, 18th/19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th - 19th century Dutch neoclassical fireplace tool set consisting of a fireplace tongs, fire poker, a tasting fork and a skimmer and a hanger. The set is also made of wrought iron...
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Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Brass, Wrought Iron

Antique French 'Cupid' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
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 ...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Pair French Louis XV Rococo Style Gilt Bronze Putti Figural Andirons / Chenets
Located in New York, NY
Pair of antique (19th century) neoclassical Roman Bacchus themed gilt bronze andirons (chenets) in the French Louis XVI style, depicting seated cherubs holding clusters of grapes. E...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Bronze

Antique German Neoclassical Fireback / Backsplash, 18th-19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th-19th century German neoclassical period fireback. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a black / pewter patina. It is in a good condition and does not have cracks.
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Early 19th Century German Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

19th Century French 'Apollo with Horses' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
19th century French fireback with the god Apollo driving horses and a carriage. God of light, sun, truth, prophecy, music, joy and horses. Also the saving God, both in emergency caus...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Antique French Neoclassical 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
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 date of producti...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

19th C. Pair of French Neoclassical Etched Decorated Patinated Bronze Andirons
Located in Germantown, MD
A 19th Century pair of andirons, also known as firedogs. They are French Neoclassical bronze andirons. Andirons are used in fireplaces to support logs and improve airflow for the fi...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Metal, Bronze

Antique French Neoclassical 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash, 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
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 ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Pair of Italian Pedestals in Rossa Verona Marble
Located in London, GB
A tall and slender pair of Pedestals/columns in Pink Rossa Verona marble with Antico Verdo banded centres. With square plinth and socle terminating in a shaped capital. Images are a ...
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1920s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

Extraordinary Pair Of Antique Cast Stone Garden Planters
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A truly Ancient presenting pair of Cast Stone Planters with Rectangular form raised on curved attached feet. With central Mythological busts and floral vase type swags. Very worn and...
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19th Century Unknown Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Cast Stone

Fine Antique Cast Stone Footed Garden Planter
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A fine Antique Cast Stone Planter with an unusual Goblet form and having deeply cut foliate and scrolled motifs in relief. Dimensions: 19” ...
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19th Century Unknown Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Cast Stone

Antique French 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
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...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Antique French Neoclassical 'Ceres' Fireback / Backsplash, Early 19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
19th century French Neoclassical fireback with the goddess Ceres. Goddess of agriculture (particularly grain) and the maternal love. The fireback has a ...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Antique French Neoclassical White Marble & Bronze Pedestal Sculpture Stand 49"
Located in Dayton, OH
An Antique French Neoclassical Pedestal or Stand, Circa 1900s. Made from white marble with a sandwiched top over a round tapered column with ornate bronze detail. The stand is suppor...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Marble, Bronze

Italian Neoclassical White Glazed Ceramic Urn, Large Scale
Located in Stamford, CT
Italian Neoclassical style white glazed Ceramic urn. This classic Tuscan vase is a refined decorative complement to both traditional and contemporary inter...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Ceramic

Small Antique French 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash, 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
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...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

18th-19th Century French Neoclassical Fireplace Grate or Fire Grate
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th-19th century French Neoclassical fireplace grate made of brass and wrought iron. The fireplace grate is in a good condition and is fully functional.
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron, Brass

18th-19th Century French Spit
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th-19th century French spit made of wrought iron and wood. Fit for cooking in an open fire. We have a unique and specialized collection of antique and used fireplace accessories...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Fine Neoclassical Alabaster Figure of a Water Maiden Lighted on a Pedestal
Located in Manhasset, NY
A fine alabaster figure of a water maiden on a pedestal. The single globe lamp is of a draped female water bearer with a lighted street pole behind her st...
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Alabaster

Antique French 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
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...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Neoclassical Style Brushed Steel, Brass and Grilling Fireplace Screen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style 3 panels fireplace screen is made of brushed steel, brass and grilling. This is a French work in the style of Maison Jansen. Circa 1970
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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Brass

Brown Jordan Neoclassical Style Elegance Oval Garden Dining Tables
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...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Aluminum

18th - 19th Century French Fireplace Shovel or Fire Shovel
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th - 19th century French fireplace shovel made of wrought iron. Neoclassical period. The shovel is in a good condition.
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Antique French Neoclassical Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th - 19th century French neoclassical period fireback. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a black / pewter patina. The condition is good, no cracks.
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Antique French 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
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...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Adam Style Blue Cast Iron Urn attributed to the Carron Iron Works
Located in Hastings, GB
An early 1800’s cast iron urn after the design by Robert Adam, believed to have been forged at the Carron Iron Works, Falkirk. The lidded urn of neocla...
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Early 19th Century Scottish Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Antique French Neoclassical 'Roman Soldier' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Beautiful 18th/19th century French Neoclassical fireback with a Roman Soldier and two pillars. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a black patina. It is in a good condition a...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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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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