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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.

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Style: Neoclassical
Fine Pair Of Antique Urn Form Granite Garden Stools
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A particularly fine pair of Antique Urn Form carved Granite Garden Stools with fluting and pedestal bases. . The Stools with gently domed tops are perfect for demarcating garden pa...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Granite

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 period andirons and a recently forged grate. The condition is good. The...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

A Neoclassical Style Cast Bronze Dolphin Wall Fountain
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Neoclassical Style Cast Bronze Dolphin Wall Fountain Description: Addorsed dolphins in relief with fountain head above a demi-lune basin. Dimensions: Height: 800cm. Width: 1060cm...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Bronze

Pair of Brass Andirons Sphynges, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of French brass andirons neoclassical with sphynges, circa 1880. Measures: 11.5" L x 18" W x 17.5" H.
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1880s European Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Brass

A Pair of Neoclassical Lead Urns Planters
Located in Bradenton, FL
Late 19th century pair of neoclassical urn form planters with two figural handles and putti relief. Attractive weathered grey patination. Can be planted i...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Lead

Henri Studio Concrete Cement Small Round Classical Cherub Garden Planter Pot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Henri studio concrete cement small 11" round classical cherub garden planter pot. Approx 45 lbs. Item features Late 20th Century. Measurements: 9" H x 11...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Stone

Neoclassical Style Brass Fireplace Screen, French, Circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style fireplace screen is made of brass and grilling. This is a French work, circa 1970.
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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Brass, Steel

Pair of Large 19th Century Cast Iron Finials
Located in Ferndale, MI
Pair of large (and heavy) cast iron finials for garden or home decoration. 19th century manufacture but have a certain modernist style.
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1880s American Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Shell Fossil Marble Column Pedestal
Located in Astoria, NY
Shell Fossil Marble Column Pedestal, round top and base. 39.25" H x 12" Diameter. Provenance: From a Jersey City Collection.
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Giallo di Siena Marble Fireplace Surround
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A very fine mid-19th Century French neoclassical fireplace surround in golden vibrant Convent Giallo di Siena marble. A deep rectangular shelf with an ...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Siena Marble

Large Italian Black Marble Bulbous Urn Or Garden Vase With Ormolu Gilding
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Large Italian 19th century black marble bulbous urn with ormolu gilded hardware Large Italian hand carved marble urn. The main body is carve...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Marble

Pair Large Neoclassical Style Cast Iron Wreath Green Garden Urn Pedestal Base
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of Large Neoclassical Style Cast Iron Wreath Green Garden Urn Pedestal Base. Item features a heavy cast iron construction, large impressive size...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

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 Gr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Aluminum

Large Bronze Garden Sculpture Of A Neoclassical Youth With Tambourine
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An impressive, large bronze garden statue depicting a Classical youth wearing a fleece sash around the hip, posed walking over a circular base with a tambourine raised high. The bron...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Bronze

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

Design Curved Brass Fireplace Screen. French Work. Circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This design curved fireplace screen is made of brass and grilling. This fireguards is made of 3 curved brass panels with grilling inside. The width of...
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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Brass

Antique German Neoclassical Period Fireback / Backsplash, 18th-19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Late 18th or early 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...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Pair of Rose Tarlow Style Twig Iron Dining Armchairs with Ottoman
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Distinctive pair of wrought iron dining armchairs with matching ottoman made in the neoclassical style and manner of Rose Tarlow or Gregorius Pineo. Hand-crafted by a foundry in Los Angeles, CA with geometric lattice inset seat and back. The thick frame has a faux-bois twig motif with a humped crest on the back and a bowed seat front. The whimsical legs gracefully curve conjoined by stretchers with ribbon bows. The finish has the classic aged patina. From an estate in Hollywood, CA. The ottoman measures 27 by 27 inches wide...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

20th Century Neoclassical Stained Cherry Pedestal Plant stand
Located in Germantown, MD
20th Century Neoclassical Stained Cherry Pedestal or Plant stand Measures 11" in diameter and stands 36.5" tall.
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Cherry

Antique French Neoclassical Small Lead Cherub Head Wall Fountain Garden Art
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Neoclassical Small Lead Cherub Head Wall Fountain Garden Art. Item features a cast lead form, wonderful detail and desirable patina. Approx. 5lb. *Does not have hole i...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Lead

Antique French 'Allegory of Love' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th-19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th-19th century French neoclassical fireback with an allegory of love. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon request it can be made black / pewter.
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

Massive Antique Textured Opaque Glass & Zinc Lantern/ Street Lamp Shade
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Massive Antique Textured Opaque Glass & Zinc Lantern/Street Lamp Shade USA, circa Earlier 20th Century  This massive antique textured opaque glass and zinc lantern or street lamp sh...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Zinc

French Neoclassical Style 'Woman with Cupid' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
French neoclassical style 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 / pewter. The cond...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

Set of 2 Antique Stained Glass Panels of Neoclassical Figures
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A set of 2 antique stained glass panels of Neoclassical figures. Dating to circa 1780, these stained glass panels have stood the test of time; each one showcases precision, detail an...
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Late 18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Lead

19th Century French Empire Andirons, Firedogs
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
19th Century French Neoclassical Andirons, Firedogs. The condition is good.
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

Pair of English Neoclassical Style Iron Garden Urns
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Magnificent pair of English neoclassical revival garden urns or jardinières crafted from cast iron. The urns are decorated with Greco-Roman figures with a fluted column base. Beautif...
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20th Century English Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Pair of Neoclassical Style Painted Garden Urn Jardinaires
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rustic pair of French painted metal garden urns on stands or jardiniere planters. Made in the neoclassical taste they feature large acanthus motif han...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Aluminum

19th Century Lemon Top Antique Brass and Iron American Andirons
Located in Lomita, CA
An antique pair of classic American brass and iron lemon-top andirons create a beautiful silhouette in front of a cozy fireplace. These are from the latter part of the 19th century,...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Brass, Iron

“Florentine” Design Attributed Vintage Rare Sofa With Orig Black Cushions
Located in Palm Springs, CA
This vintage (puchased by original owners early 1990) was sold to us as a Brown Jordan "Florentine" patio set but can not be authenticated or sold as Brown Jordan as it is not labele...
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1980s North American Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Metal

Pair of Diminutive English Cast Iron Urn Jardinaires
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Charming pair of diminutive scale English cast iron urns or jardinaire planters. Made in the neoclassical taste with scrolled acanthus handles on each side. The pair have a thick coa...
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20th Century English Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

Vintage Reclaimed Salvage 92" Tall Wooden Faux Marble Painted Column Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Item: Vintage Italian Style 92" Tall Wooden Faux Marble Painted Columns Architectural Elements - a Pair. Circa Mid to Late 20th Century. Measurements: Overall: 92" H x 10" W x 10" ...
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wood

19th Century Grain Painted Paneled Wood Door
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous grain painted solid wood paneled door. Painted in the Trompe loi style to imitate rosewood or another exotic wood. Door is grain painted on one side only. Other side is ol...
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Mid-19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Hardwood

Impressive Pair of Ormolu Mounted Marble Obelisks
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of large marble obelisks. Made from solid Verde Antico marble with bronze neoclassical style decorative mounts on all four sides.
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Mid-19th Century Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Pair of Marble Columns in Black Belgian Fossil Marble
Located in London, GB
A quality pair of columns in fossil marble. The circular socle bases with fluted columns and conforming circular capitals. Each piece breaking down to socle, column and capital. Well...
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Late 20th Century European Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

Beginning 19. Century Stone Trough French Volvic Stone, Stone Sink,
Located in Epfach, DE
Beginning 19th century stone trough French volvic stone An beginning 19thcentury stone trough from central French, which is worked out in one piece out of an volvic stone. You can us...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Stone

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 natural brown patina. Upon request it can be made black / pewter at no extra cos...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

Set of Ten Neoclassical Style Iron Garden Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stately set of ten wrought iron patio and garden dining chairs in the neoclassical taste. The set consists of all armchairs with a thick, heavy iron frame. The seats have a humped ba...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wrought Iron

Early 19th Century Italian Giltwood Neoclassical Sunburst Monstrance
Located in Essex, MA
Large neoclassical Italian giltwood sunburst on original large base. Monstrance. Sun rays and palmettes. Parcel gilt column with rayed being eye. Illuminati symbolism.
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Pine, Giltwood

19th Century Neoclassical 'Pillars with Decoration' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
19th century French neoclassical fireback with two pillars and a floral decoration. The pillars stand for freedom, 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

20th Century Classicist Style Marble Ornamental Pillar/Column
Located in Berlin, DE
Unique marble ornamental pillar in Classicist style. Bordeau red marble with grey white\flecking square plinth with balustrade-formed column base with carved Acanthius capping. The ...
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20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Neoclassical Style Brass and Grilling 4 Panels Fireplace Screen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style 4 panels fireplace screen is made of brass and grilling. This is a French work. Circa 1970
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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Brass

Pair of Large French Cast Garden Vases after the Models of Jean-Baptiste Pigalle
By Jean-Baptiste Pigalle
Located in Dallas, TX
After the original 18th century garden vases, entitled Autumn, by Jean-Baptiste Pigalle, this pair of large cast garden vases are in the classic krater form. A sprawling scene with mascarons, rams’ heads, and grapevines are set between egg and dart molding and gadrooned lobes. Made with a mixture of crushed stone and cement (known as reconstituted stone), the tall vases were imbued with a cream coloring agent during the casting process. Each vase is supported by a thick rectangular plinth beneath a tapering neck adorned with geometric motifs and Vitruvian waves filled with flowers. These impressive garden vases will make a wonderful statement, inside or outdoors. Originally part of a set of four vases depicting the seasons of Autumn and Spring, which were designed for the Chateau de Choisy by Ange-Jacques...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Cast Stone, Cement

Pair of Cast Iron Putti Figures
Located in London, GB
A charming pair of cast iron putti figures. Early to mid-20th century, great untouched patina.
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Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

Cobalt Blue Porcelain Column With Marble Top
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a cobalt blue Roman Tuscan shaped column with round black marble top. The column is adorned with several gilt rings around it at different levels from the top to the base.
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20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Marble

Antique Kilian Brothers Neoclassical Georgian Carved Wood Large Fireplace Mantel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Kilian Brothers Neoclassical Georgian Style Carved Wood Large Fireplace Mantel. Item features hand carved columns and scroll work, carved wreat...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wood

Pair of English Neoclassical Antique Faux Marble Painted Pine Columns
Located in Shippensburg, PA
PAIR OF FAUX MARBLE PAINTED PINE COLUMNS IN ORIGINAL PAINT Probably English, circa first quarter of the 20th century Item # 403DWS18A A great pair of substantial columns, they are e...
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20th Century English Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Pine, Paint

Large Scale Brass Andirons by Dorothy Draper for the Greenbrier Hotel
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of large scale classical andirons, designed by Dorothy Draper for The Greenbrier Hotel, American, circa 1947. They stand an impressive 41" height. ...
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Metal, Brass, Iron

Antique French 'Marriage' Fireback / Backsplash, dated 1797
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th Century French Marriage Fireback, dated 1797. All our products that weigh 66 kg / 146 lbs or more are shipped as standard door-to-door freight. The prices of freight have incre...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

Italian Limestone Water Fountain Carving of Gorgon Medusa
Located in Dallas, TX
Known as a Gorgoneion, an artistic representation of the head of the Gorgon, Medusa, this carving is also a water fountain feature. Hand-carved from a single block of limestone in Italy, the larger-than-life sculpture has a stone gray and cream patina. Medusa’s mouth is partially open, with a small, excised portion, capable of functioning as a water cascade for a pool wall or wall basin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Stone, Limestone

Brass and Grilling Fireplace Screen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This 3 panels fireplace screen is made of brass and grilling. This is a French work. Circa 1970.
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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Brass, Steel

Brass and Grilling Fireplace Screen
Brass and Grilling Fireplace Screen
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A neoclassical style fire surround in Italian Carrara Marble by Ryan and Smith
By James Paine
Located in Tyrone, Northern Ireland
The Chelsea is a tall and elegant neoclassical style fire surround in Italian Carrara marble made by Ryan and Smith. Modelled straight off an 18th centu...
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2010s Northern Irish Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Carrara Marble

Hepplewhite Pedestals
Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset
A fine pair of Hepplewhite designed tapered pedestals with carved classical decoration. Bespoke sizing, design adaptations and finishing available. We are currently working to a 30...
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18th Century British Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Brass

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...
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Early 1900s Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Terracotta

Antique Medieval Style Carved Oak Door or Panel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique 18th century medieval style carved oak door or panel; one of two similar for sale at UK Heritage. Previously used as a decorative panel and transformed into a door, this ...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Wood, Hardwood, Fruitwood, Oak, Pine

Large Pair Of Polished Steel English Urns On Stands
Located in Bradenton, FL
Pair of elegant English Polished Steel Urns on stands. Urns have stunning details and are formed of polished steel, sitting on tall steel stands. ...
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19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Steel

Monumental Urn-Shape Zinc Finial
Located in Houston, TX
Monumental urn-shape zinc finial: extremely decorative architectural element from 19th century French building.
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Zinc

Large Victorian Style Bronze Garden Water Fountain Dione The Divine Goddess
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Large Victorian Style 71" Bronze Garden Water Fountain Dione The Divine Goddess. Item features weathered bronze finish, tall impressive size, wat...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Bronze

French Neoclassical Style Bronze Fireplace Fender Set, Late 19th Century
Located in Barntrup, DE
French Neoclassical style bronze fireplace fender set, late 19th century, sold as a set of 3. This impressive French Neoclassical style bronze fender set d...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Bronze, Metal

19th Century Italian Faux Marble Lacquer Architectural Pedestals or Columns
Located in Firenze, IT
This antique pair of gorgeous late 19th century Italian carved wood architectural pedestals or columns features rectangular form and a wonderful...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Wood, Lacquer

Antique Iron Column Pedestal or Plinth
Located in Sheffield, MA
An antique cast iron column pedestal base with acanthus leaf decoration and fluted column. Use it to support an indoor or outdoor sculpture t...
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19th Century American 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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