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
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...
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Early 19th Century French Antique 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...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Neoclassical Style Brass Fireplace Tools on Stand
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant neoclassical style fireplace tools on stand is all made of brass. This is a French work. Circa 1970
Category
1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
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...
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Early 19th Century French Antique 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...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique French 'Woman with Cupid' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th-19th Century
Located in Soest, NL
18th-19th century French neoclassical period fireback with a woman and a cupid.
The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon request it can be made black /...
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Early 19th Century French Antique 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
Pair of Antique Bronze Urn Form Fireplace Andirons
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of antique bronze fireplace andirons in the form of urns with handles and acorn finials. Two small acorns are missing as pictured. These are ...
Category
1890s French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze, Iron
Antique Neoclassical Cast Brass Andirons with Tapered Fluted Columns, Circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
AFP0584
A pair of antique cast brass andirons having fluted tapered columns mounted with floral swags and ionic capitals, surmounted by urn finials...
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Early 1900s Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
Neoclassical Style Brass Fireplace Tools on Stand
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style fireplace tools on stand is made of brass . This si a French work. Circa 1970
Category
1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Pair of Neoclassical Brass and Wrought Iron Andirons, French, circa 1940
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This elegant pair of andirons in the neoclassical style is made of brass and wrought iron. This is a French work. Circa 1940.
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
Neoclassical Style Stele, Brass and Grilling Fireplace Screen with Lily Flowers
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style fireplace screen is made of steel, brass and grilling. It is made of 3 panels decorated with brass Lily Flowers. This is a French work. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Steel
Neoclassical Style Brass Fireplace Tools on Stand
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and rare neoclassical style fireplace tools on stand is made of brass. This is a fine work, the brass is finely chiseled. This is a French work. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Large Three Arm Neoclassical Cast Brass or Bronze Wall Sconce, circa 1920/1930s
Located in New York, NY
Spectacular cast brass, or bronze, three arm wall appliqué, probably from a bank, public building, or other commercial building. The sconce is in exception...
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Vintage Brass Bronze Fluted Corinthian Column Classical Pedestal Plant Stand
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage brass bronze fluted corinthian column 29" classical pedestal plant stand. Item features heavy cast brass/bronze construction, attractive "antiqued...
Category
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Pair of Dalmation Granite Architectural Columns
Located in Denton, TX
Pair of Dalmation Black and White Speckle Granite Architectural Columns/ Plant Stands.
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Granite
Pair of 20th Century Beige Cast Stone Outdoor Urns / Planters
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Contemporary (20th Century) large beige cast stone garden planters / outdoor urns with chalice form bowls featuring low relief decorative grapevine...
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20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cast Stone
Pair of Large Cannonball Top Wrought Iron Andirons, 19th Century
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A pair of large Cannonball top wrought iron Andirons 19th century with cannonball tops on central twist stems supported by ornate scroll work feet with blind gilt metal crests, toget...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Iron
1940s Beige Cast Stone Large Round Neoclassical Style Lion Planters, Set of 4
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning circular lion planters you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best of...
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cast Stone
Pair of Neoclassical Style Brass and Iron Andirons
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This elegant pair of neoclassical style andirons is made of brass and iron. One of the andirons present small dents on the brass as shown on the pictures. This is a French work. Circ...
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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, 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 Neoclassical 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash
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 date of producti...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Pair of Antique Neoclassical Monumental Solid Brass Andirons
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Outstanding pair of antique solid brass andirons. Very imposing solid brass Neoclassical andirons which will make any fireplace standout.
Category
19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
Unusual Pair of Lions Bronze Andirons, French, circa 1900
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This unusual pair of decorative andirons is made of bronze lions. This is a French work, circa 1900.
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
Italian Neo-Classic Wrought Iron Brazier
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Neo-classic style (19th Cent) wrought iron brazier with cross legs and 3 gold lion heads.
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron, Gold
Italian Neoclassical Marble Ribbon & Swag Architectural Cornice Finial, C. 1770
Located in Charleston, SC
Italian Neoclassical carved marble architectural cornice finial with circular ball, ringed urn plinth, and resting on a bulbous base with flanking ribbon & swag motif. Finial was one...
Category
1770s Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
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
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
Pair of Brass and Iron Andirons
Located in Greenwich, CT
Good pair of 18th century brass and wrought iron steeple top andirons with unusual flat penny foot, English or American circa 1760.
Category
1760s North American Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
Italian 19th Century Neoclassical Style Marble Pedestal Column
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most impressive Italian 19th century Neo-Classical st. Brèche Violette and Sienna marble pedestal column. The pedestal is raised by a fine squ...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
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 '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 '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
Pair of Neoclassical Style Bronze and Wrought IronAndirons with Lions Faces. F
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of neoclassical style andirons is made of bronze and wrought iron. These firedogs have lion faces medallions. This is a French work, circ...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze, Wrought Iron
18th-19th Century French Neoclassical Fireplace Grate or Fire Grate
Located in Soest, NL
18th-19th century French Neoclassical fireplace grate made of wrought iron. The fireplace grate is in a good condition and is fully functional.
Width at front is 56 cm (22.1 inches...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Late 19th Century Solid Brass Andirons with Log Stops
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Pair of late 19th century solid brass andirons with log stops on a cabriole leg to a pad foot. Cast Iron back inserts. The andirons measure 21" inches high x 19" inches deep x 8" inc...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
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...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
Italian Neoclassical Athenienne Planter
Located in New York, NY
Italian neoclassical athenienne planter. Walnut jardinière with cast-iron Etruscan mask-form handles, tapering fluted legs ending in paw feet on in-curving shaped plinth with copper ...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Set Classical Fireplace Tools
Located in New York, NY
Charming set of 3 English fireplace tools, to include the shovel, poker, and tongs. The tools are polished steel, which has blackened over the years, we have not attempted to polish ...
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19th Century British Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel
Carved Wood Figure of Woman with Clock
Located in Atlanta, GA
Magnificent limewood sculpture of a maiden dressed in classical garments, holding a clock. Extraordinary carving. The detail of hair, garment, and r...
Category
Late 19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
19th C. French Empire Neoclassical Flame & Lion Brass Paw Andirons & Bar - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of 19th C. French Empire Neoclassical Flame & Lion Brass Paw Andirons & Bar. Item features an ornate pair of cast brass andirons with flame finials, mounted with lion heads and ...
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Wrought Iron Andirons Attributed to Caldwell, Pair
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Pair of neoclassical style gilt bronze andirons, of swagged urn form, terminating in flame finials.
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze, Iron
18th - 19th C. French 'Apollo with Lyre' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Soest, NL
Late 18th or early 19th century French Neoclassical period fireback of the god Apollo with his lyre. Apollo is the god of light, sun, truth, prophecy, music and joy. Also the saving ...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antiqu Salmon Red Concrete Garden Urn Planter
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome antique concrete garden urn or planter. This salmon colored paint encrusted urn is in fabulous vintage condition with lots of gorge...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Pair of Iron and Bronze Andirons with Duck Heads, French, circa 1940
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of andirons are made of iron with bronze duck heads. This is a French work attributed to Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze, Iron
Italian Neoclassical Console Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
Early 19th century, Italian neoclassical console table with veneered verde antique top, the base having original faux painted verde ...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Neoclassical Style Alabaster Column Pedestal
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an Alabaster Roman Tuscan shaped column with round alabaster top. The column is adorned with some rings around it at different levels from the top to the base.
Category
20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Alabaster
Antique Onyx and Brass Column
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and useful antique onyx and brass column. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1910 period.
It is of excellent quality, the ony...
Category
1910s British Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Onyx, Brass
Antique Victorian 19th Century Neoclassical Style Hooded Fire Grate Basket
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A large inset antique Victorian 19th century hooded neoclassical style cast iron and brass fire grate basket. The polished serpentine four barr...
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1880s English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Federal Period Transom and Pilasters
Located in Sheffield, MA
Elegant Federal period reglazed fan light transom topping a pair of pilasters composed of capitals and paneled shafts. Bring it up to date by incorporat...
Category
Early 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Glass, Pine
Georgian Limestone Urn From Wall Hall, Hertfordshire
Located in Essex, MA
Acquired direct from the heirs of JP Morgan Jr. Wall Hall originally known as Aldenham Abbey. The property was purchased by Morgan in 1910. This urn was brought back to America when ...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
18th Century Bossi Hand-Carved Statuary Marble Fireplace with Scagliola Inlay
By Pietto Bossi
Located in Southall, GB
This white hand-carved marble chimney-piece with Scagliola inlay and break fronted shelf attributed to Pietro Bossi who is known to have worked in Dublin ...
Category
Late 18th Century British Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Statuary Marble
Neoclassical, Winged Angel On Pillow, Alabaster Statue on Pedestal, Italy, 1920s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Neoclassical, Winged Angel On Pillow, Alabaster Statue on Pedestal, Italy, 1920s
This exquisite alabaster figure depicts a winged angel or child sitting gracefully on a pillow, gazin...
Category
1920s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Alabaster
Vintage Regency Cast Concrete Corbels - A Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Bring a stately architectural elegance into your home or garden with this striking pair of Vintage Regency Cast Concrete Corbels. Featuring finely sculpted acanthus leaves and volute...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Small Antique French Neoclassical 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Soest, NL
Small 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...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Vintage Regency Cast Concrete Corbels - Set of 2
Located in west palm beach, FL
Celebrate the timeless elegance of classical architecture with this pair of Vintage Regency Cast Concrete Corbels. These robust architectural elements showcase finely carved acanthus...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Rustic French Neoclassical Fireplace Tools, 18th-19th Century
Located in Soest, NL
Rustic 18th-19th century French fireplace tool set. The tool set consists of fireplace tongs and a shovel. The tools are made of wrought iron. The set is in a good condition and fit ...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Rustic French Neoclassical Fireplace Tools, 18th-19th Century
Located in Soest, NL
Rustic 18th-19th century French fireplace tool set. The tool set consists of fireplace tongs, shovel and a fire poker. The tools are made of wrought iron. The set is in a good condit...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought 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.