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 Onyx and Gilt Metal Corinthian Column
Located in London, GB
A stunning antique onyx and gilt metal Corinthian column. This was most likely made in Italy, it dates from around the 1930’s.
It is of superb quality, the design of a neo classical...
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Onyx, Metal
Brass and Grilling Fireplace Screen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This fireplace screen is made of brass and grilling. This is a French work. Circa 1970
Category
1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Magnificent C1950s Neo Classical style Bronze Fountain
Located in London, GB
A Magnificent Neoclassical style Bronze Fountain that stands at a whopping 7ft in height.
This Fountain Spurts water from the Top
From the bottom its Raised by a column and four Clas...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
Large Cast Iron Statue of Diana the Huntress from a Property in Belgium, C. 1960
Located in Dallas, TX
Originally installed on a property in Belgium, this large garden statue portrays the Roman goddess, Diana (in Greek mythology, she is known as Arte...
Category
1960s Belgian Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cast Stone, Cement, Stone, Iron, Metal
Wall Fountain in Giallo d'Istria from the 21st Century
Located in Greding, DE
Light-colored wall fountain in Giallo d'Istria with a rectangular basin and a tall rear wall. The wall fountain shows straight lines and has three water spouts.
Category
2010s European Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
Pair of Brass Neoclassical Style Andirons
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Pair of Brass Neoclassical Style Andirons. Square tapering reeded column with corinthian capitals resting on splayed paw feet.
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Iron
Set of Sixteen Brown Jordan Florentine Style Garden Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Amazing set of sixteen wrought iron patio and garden dining chairs made in the style and manner of Brown Jordan Florentine by O. W. Lee in Pasa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Steel, Wrought Iron
Pair of Red Marble Pedestals in the Neoclassical Style
Located in London, GB
Pair of red marble pedestals in the Neoclassical style
French, 19th Century
Height 108cm, width 33cm, depth 33cm
Crafted in France during the 19th century, this refined pair of ped...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
A Pair of Stoneware Statues of Commerce and Knowledge
Located in Katonah, NY
A fine and rare pair of stoneware figures representing Commerce and Knowledge, possibly produced by Doulton & Co. of Lambeth, England, the figure of Knowledge depicted as a youth, classically robed and seated on a tree trunk, with open book in proper left hand and stylus in proper right hand, the figure of Commerce depicted as a youthful Hermes, the Greek god of trade, commerce and communications, partially draped, wearing a winged helmet and holding a caduceus, standing alongside a barrel topped with a book and a money pouch, English, ca. 1870.
Each figure 47 ins. high. Knowledge 20 ins. wide, 16 ins. deep. Commerce 20 ins. wide, 16 ins. deep. On associated composition stone square pedestals...
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1870s English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stoneware
Italian Concrete Garden Cherub Statues
Located in Wichita, KS
Sold separately. Center featured cherub is sold. Early 20th century concrete Italian garden statues of cherubs /putti figures, c. 1920. These charming, angelic statues are suitable ...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Samuel Copelon Garden Table & 4 Lyreback Chairs
Located in Marietta, GA
Neoclassical style, garden set by Samuel Copelon. Table and 4 chairs, both have brass paw feet, and swan head motif. 2 Arm & 2 side chairs. New tempered glass top. Indoor / outdoor F...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Iron
1960s Virginia Metalcrafters Brass Pineapple Door Knocker
Located in Richmond, VA
Listed is a stunning, solid-brass Virginia Metalcrafters pineapple door knocker, circa 1960s. Heavily polished and appears to have never been used. Marked on backside with Virginia M...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Antique Copper Horse and Jockey with Sulky Weathervane
Located in Redding, CT
Antique Copper Horse and Jockey with Sulky Weathervane. Perfect weathered Patina .
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Copper
Neoclassical Style Brass and Grilling Fireplace Screen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style 3 panels fireplace screen is made of brass and grilling. This is a French work. Circa 1970
Category
1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Antique Neoclassical Painted Oak Fire Mantel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique neoclassical painted oak firemantel , sourced from a £13 million house in Hampstead, London.
Painted with a faux marble effect and highlighted with traces of gilding, thi...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood, Oak, Paint
Pair of French Malachite and Ormolu Pedestals
Located in London, GB
Pair of French malachite and ormolu pedestals
French, 20th Century
Height 102cm, width 44cm, depth 44cm
Elegantly mounted with ormolu features and fully covered in malachite, this...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Malachite, Ormolu
Woodard Chantilly Rose White Wrought Iron Tea or Bar Cart
Located in Stamford, CT
This is a Classic Woodard Chantilly Rose wrought iron tea cart or bar cart, well made and fine quality.
Wood, a great American company, furnished th...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of 19th C. Italian Carved Painted Finials
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th-century Italian neoclassical finials, each meticulously carved from wood, their design epitomizing the grandeur and refined aesthetics of the neoclassical movement. These finia...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood, Paint
Pair of 18th Century Painted Double Doors English Circa 1790-1800
By Robert Adam
Located in Hudson, NY
Beautiful pair of double doors with wonderful painted surface. This pair of neoclassical doors, would e a increasing addition to any room. They are fully operational and still heave ...
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1790s English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood, Paint
Early 19th Century Classical Style Oval Shaped Urn
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Early 19th Century Portland stone classical style oval shaped urn with carved lion mask detailing sitting on a fluted base.
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone, Limestone
Pair of Italian andirons
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of Italian decorative andirons, circa 1900s.
The pair of andirons is made of bronze and hand-crafted wrought iron.
Fully decorated with 4 faces on the top of the bronze elements...
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze, Wrought Iron
Vintage Silver Toned Pedestal Table Base
Located in Sheffield, MA
Table base is silver toned modern bistro style wrought iron photographed with a round glass top. The vintage table base has four volute legs secured by two criss-cross stretchers and one circular piece. Seats up to six depending on the width of the accompanying chairs or size of top. This table is great for the sun porch or use as kitchen table, breakfast table or dining table.
Glass is in very poor condition with many scratches. It was used for photo purposes only. Price is for the pedestal only...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Antique Italian Wrought Iron and Silver Leaf Wood Plant Stands/Pedestal
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful pair of wood and wrought iron pedestals. They are made in Italy both of them have a stamp in the bottom, (check it out in the photos provided). They are in good vintage con...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair Of Italian Turn Of The Century Neoclassical St. Giltwood Corinthian Columns
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome pair of Italian Turn of the Century Neo-Classical st. Giltwood Corinthian columns, circa 1900. The pair of carved Corinthian columns are raised on square plinths below a w...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Giltwood
Antique Terracotta Italian Classical Boy Putti & Dolphin Statue Garden Fountain
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Terracotta Italian Classical Boy Putti / Cherub & Dolphin Statue Garden Fountain, Approx 50 lbs. Circa Early 1900s
Measurements: 31" H x 13.5" W...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
Pair of Large Iron Gate Post Finials in the Shape of Pine Cone
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Pair of Large Iron Gate Post Finials in the Shape of Pine Cone
An elegant large pair of traditional weathered iron gate pier finials .
Often called Pin...
Category
1950s Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Vintage 20th Century Neoclassical Style Roman Column Stand/Pedestal
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage 20th Century Neoclassical Roman Style Column Stand/Pedestal
This ornate Italian pedestal has a beautiful acanthus leaf capital and a mythical scene carved on the column face...
Category
1920s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Plaster
Antique Neoclassical Style Pine & Composition Fire Mantel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique Neoclassical style painted pine and composition fire mantel, sourced from a £13 million house in Hampstead, London.
This 19th century fireplace would make a stunning new ...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood, Pine
Large Rectangular Garden Stone Trough or Planter from England
Located in Austin, TX
A fine large rectangular English garden trough or planter of composition stone, in the Classical style, featuring a raised top with scroll-work handles on a shaped base.
Category
20th Century English Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cast Stone
Superb Italian Stone Neoclassical Style Fireplace
Located in Rome, IT
A finely carved Italian limestone fireplace with female caryatid figures and shaped frieze with elegant acanthus leaves decoration.
This item can be disassembled and the elements i...
Category
2010s Italian Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone, Marble
French Antique Alabaster Pedestal
Located in London, GB
French antique alabaster pedestal
French, Late 19th Century
Height 80cm, diameter 30.5cm
Shaped in a Neoclassical style form, this superb pure ...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Alabaster
French Neoclassical 'Flower Basket' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, NL
18th - 19th century French neoclassical period fireback with a flower basket.
The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon request it can be made black / p...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Cast Iron French Empire Neoclassical Style Outdoor Garden Wall Water Fountain
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cast Iron French Empire Neoclassical Style Outdoor Garden Wall Water Fountain. Item featured is a heavy cast iron construction, desirable weathered...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
William H. Jackson Company Neoclassical French Empire Style Gilt Brass Andirons
Located in Doylestown, PA
Neoclassical French Empire style gilt brass andirons by William H. Jackson Company, early 20th century.
Incredibly detailed pair from the finials down to the feet featuring floral a...
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Iron
Antique French 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, 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
18th - 19th C. French 'Apollo with Lyre' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, 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 ...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Neoclassical Style Steel, Brass and Grilling Fireplace Screen with Claw Feet
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style fireplace screen is made of steel, brass and grilling with bronze claw feet. This isa French work. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Steel
Neoclassical Cherub or Putto Cast Stone Garden Statues
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique set of 2 Neoclassical Cherub or Putto Cast Stone Garden Statues.
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
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...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Concrete
Large Wide-diameter Cast Iron Urn, Garden Planter
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Unusual Large Round Cast Iron Planter. This is a heavy and very large is size, so please see all listed image to gauge the size. This would be a charming addition for the garden or a...
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Mixed Marble Baptismal Font
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Large Baptismal font from Florence Italy with Sienna marble font and mixed marble base. Formerly owned by the Romano Family, a prominent family of antique dealers to the popes and r...
Category
1820s Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble, Siena Marble
French Neoclassical Style 'Vestal Virgin' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th-19th C.
Located in Amerongen, NL
19th century French neoclassical period fireback with the vestal virgin. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon request it can be made black / pewter ...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Large Italian Giltwood Bed Canopy 'Corona'
Located in Houston, TX
Large Italian giltwood bed canopy, or corona (also known in France as a ciel de lit), circa 1760-1780. Hand carved giltwood with painted detail decoration. ...
Category
Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood, Giltwood
Life Sized Garden Statue of Amalthea and Jupiter's Goat
Located in Dallas, TX
After the original marble grouping entitled Amalthée et la chèvre de Jupiter (“Amalthea and Jupiter’s Goat”) by Pierre Julien, which was commissioned by King...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone, Cast Stone, Cement
Antique French Neoclassical Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th Century
Located in Amerongen, 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. The condition ...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Vintage Salterini Wrought Iron Chairs Set of 8
Located in Cumberland, RI
Upgrade your patio and add some vintage charm to your outdoor space with this spectacular set of Vintage Wrought Iron Chairs by Salterini in the distinctive Mt. Vernon pattern. Perfect for in the garden or pair the chairs with one of our large dining table for family festivities. Newly finished in a Classic Flat Black enamel makes this set a great choice. Crafted from sturdy wrought iron, this set of 8 Salterini Patio Chairs is perfect for relaxing and entertaining friends and family.
Salterini is known for his quality craftmanship using durbale wrought iron, so you can be sure that this furniture will last for years to come. Bring a touch of elegance and sophistication to your outdoor oasis with these stunning wrought iron chairs set of 8...
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Italian 18th Century Neoclassical Silvered Carved Wooden Pedestal
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful weathered Neoclassical pedestal with its original silver-leaf gilding.
Great to use as a display for a small collection or just with some candles.
Italy, circa 1780. Weathe...
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18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Vintage Cast Pot Metal 12" Decorative Bald Eagle Architectural Finial Statue
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Cast Pot Metal 12" Decorative Bald Eagle Finial Architectural Element Statue. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 12" H x 8.5" W x 7.5" D.
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
18th-19th Century French 'the Eagle of Napoleon' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, NL
18th-19th century French fireback with two eagles, coat of arms of Napoleon Bonaparte. The style of the fireback is Neoclassical and it is from that period.
The fireback is made of ...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique Carved Marble Column Neoclassical Style 25" Regency Plant Stand Pedestal
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Carved marble column neoclassical Style 25" Regency Plant Stand Pedestal. Item features a nicely carved pedestal, grey veins, very nice ant...
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
19th Century Monumental Italian Giltwood Urn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early 19th century monumental Neoclassical style Italian gilt wood urn, detailed with acanthus leaves, scrolled arms and beading.
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Giltwood
English Wedgwood Jasperware Dish Neoclassical with Scalloped Edge
By Wedgwood
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful English Wedgwood Jasperware sage green and white matte stoneware dish in the Neoclassical design style, mid-20th century, 1962,...
Category
20th Century English Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
Pair Monumental French Cast Chateau Urns, “Vases du Printemps”
Located in Dallas, TX
These huge urns, cast in France from crushed stones and cement measure an astounding 63 inches tall. They are nearly the same dimension as the original “Vase...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement, Cast Stone
Set of Six Neoclassical Style Fluted Zinc Columns
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Imposing set of six matching zinc metal columns made in the Greco-Roman neoclassical style. The columns feature a slender fluted shaft with simple capitals in the doric taste. Handso...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal, Zinc
Pair of 19th Century Italian pink marble pedestals
Located in London, GB
This beautiful pair of pedestals are crafted in a dark, vermillion veined marble and a lighter, coral pink veined marble. Each pedestal features a thin, surmounting sheet of white ma...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Reclaimed Mosaic Coffee Table
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A reclaimed mosaic coffee or garden table by Vestey Entwistle after a Roman mosaic floor seen in the ancient Rome temple Maison Carrée, Nîmes.
This t...
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Mid-20th Century English Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal, Steel
Pair, Carved Putti Garden Sculptures with Painters Pallet, Denmark circa 1920-40
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair of carved limestone garden sculptures. One putti is holding a mallet and chisel while the other holds a paint brush and artist's pallet. Note the fine details in the carved face...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
Painted Neoclassical Style Antique Georgian Fire Mantel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A period neoclassical style antique pine Georgian fire mantel dating from circa 1780 with a more recent coat of gold paint. This striking surround is han...
Category
Late 18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood, Pine, Paint
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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