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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 Marbled Plaster Statue of Hebe
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique marbled plaster statue of Hebe, the goddess of youth, after Antonio Canova. Made in plaster, the exterior of this life size sculptures is made to simulate marble, making t...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Plaster

Monumental Cast Iron Urns with Foliate and Grape Design
Located in Essex, MA
Pair of monumental cast iron garden irons with foliate and grape design on the basin flowing to an elegant scalloped column base. These urns are of enormous size, perfect for the fro...
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20th Century American 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.
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19th Century English Antique 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
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Brass, Steel

Vintage Brown Jordan Florentine Wrought Iron Outdoor Dining Set
Located in Cumberland, RI
This beautiful Wrought Iron Patio Dining Set by Brown Jordan consists of 4 Chairs and a 42" Glass Top Dining Table. Add a touch of vintage charm to your deck, garden, or terrace whil...
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1950s Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wrought Iron

Signed Copper and Brass Pitcher with Handle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful pitcher of hammered brass with a copper lip and fittings. The piece is a compliment to any shelf, work station or garden area. Water your plants or serve delicacies, from...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Brass, Copper

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

Materials

Brass, Iron

Set of Eight Brown Jordan Classic Garden Dining Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Elegant and rare set of eight Brown Jordan classic cast aluminum patio and garden dining armchairs. The chairs have a gracefully curved back with a...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Large 19th Century Bronze Campana Urns
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
A magnificent and richly detailed pair of large-scale patinated and gilt bronze campana-form vases, executed in the neoclassical tradition and inspired by the iconic Medici and Borgh...
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1870s French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Pair of Large 19th Century Bronze Campana Urns
Pair of Large 19th Century Bronze Campana Urns
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Pair of English Neoclassical Style 1850s Carved Pine Overdoors with Swag Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of English neoclassical style carved pine overdoors with swag motifs and dentil molding from the mid 19th century. Each of this pair of English architectural elements features...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Pine

Pair of Classic French Style, Early 20th Century, Neoclassical Garden Urns
Located in Hopewell, NJ
This pair of early 20th century, stone and resin urns has classic French style and would make great garden planters or unique entryway accents. Lovely age and patina! Diameter openin...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Resin

Monumental York Stone Carving After the Parthenon Frieze
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A huge, weathered York stone carving of a neoclassical or Roman figure on horseback after the antique 6th century BC Greek Parthenon Frieze. Spanning approximately 1.9 x 1.2 m (6ft x...
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20th Century English Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Stone

Antique French Neoclassical Fire Basket
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
French Neoclassical period fireplace grate, made of cast iron and steel bars. The basket is in a good condition and is fully functional.
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Steel, Iron

Antique French 'Revolution' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th century French 'Revolution' fireback indicating the year the revolution has started. In this case it is the tenth and also the last year of the revolution, 1799. The firebac...
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18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

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

Materials

Carrara Marble

France Late 18th Century Bronze Fireplace Andirons Neoclassical Style
Located in Brescia, IT
Elegant bronze andiron for fireplace, made in France in circa 1790, with urns, garlands and festoons. In good conditions, original in every par...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Large, Very Fine Carved Marble Garden Urns of Campana Form with Plinths
Located in London, GB
Pair of large, very fine carved marble garden urns of campana form with plinths Continental, late 19th/early 20th century Vases: height 100cm, diameter 69cm Bases: height 62cm, wi...
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Late 19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Limestone, Marble

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 fireback is ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

Pair of Marble and Bronze Urns on Marble Pedestals, France, Early 20th Century
Located in PARIS, FR
Measures: Height : 29 cm (11,4 in.) ; width : 61,5 cm (24,2 in.) ; depth : 55,5 cm (21,8 in.) Total height : 139 cm (54,7 in.) Important pair of rare Greek...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Pair of Metal Bronze and Travertine Pedestal Planters
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful pair of pedestal planters. From the 1980s. The bases are made out of metal and bronze. And the pot it is done of travertine. They ar...
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1980s American Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Travertine, Bronze, Iron

Antique Garden Lion Sculpture
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Antique garden sculpture of a lion. Concrete with original patina.
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Concrete

Pair of Brass Prancing Horses Andirons, French, circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of andirons is made of brass. They are showing prancing horses. This a French work, circa 1970.
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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Brass

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

Pair Of Wood Black Lacquer Columns Pedestals, Neoclassical Style, 20th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
Elegant 20th-century Neoclassical Black Lacquer columns Ideal for adding a classic touch to any room. The columns feature a fluted design and square shape, with dimensions that make ...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wood

Pair French 19th Century Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Andirons / Chenets
Located in New York, NY
Pair of finely modeled and cast gilt bronze andirons (chenets) in the neoclassical style measuring 21 1/2 inches tall, 5 in wide and 13 1/2 in deep.
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Bronze

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...
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Early 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Glass, Pine

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

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

Materials

Iron

Large Pair of Italian Green Marble Pedestals, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
These imposing, grand pedestals have been crafted from green marble. Of note are the beautifully carved spiral fluting and trailing vine motifs on the bodies of the columns, which ar...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Marble

Vintage French Neoclassical Cast Iron Large Square Low Garden Pedestal Base Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Neoclassical Style Cast Iron Large Square Low Garden Pedestal Bases -a Pair. Item features Heavy cast iron construction (approx 100 lbs each), distressed/weathered fin...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

Italian Classical Carved Marble 31" Cherub Dolphin Garden Fountain Statue
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Italian Classical Figural Carved Marble 31" Cherub Dolphin Garden Fountain Statue. Item featured Approx 70 lbs. We do not know if the fountain w...
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Early 1900s Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Marble

Set of 12 Brown Jordan Classic Garden Dining Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Elegant and rare set of 12 Brown Jordan classic cast aluminum patio and garden dining armchairs. The chairs have a gracefully curved back with a neoclassical style x-motif design spl...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Aluminum

Antique Bronze Sculpture of Woman & Child
Located in London, GB
A lovely antique bronze sculpture, depicting a woman and child from classical times. This was likely made in central Europe around the 1930-50...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Bronze

Cast Stone Cherub Or Putto Garden Statue
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A cast stone cherub or putto garden statue depicting the figure holding a bunch of grapes reminiscent of Bacchus the Roman god of wine. The figure weathered with a verdigris hue and ...
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20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Cast Stone

Large French 19th Century Parcel Silver &Gilt Bronze Sculpture of a Man & Woman
Located in New York City, NY
Important French 19th century multi figural bronze sculpture of a male and female, in a warm brown patina with unusual and rare parcel gilt and silver intricate decoration. Depictin...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Bronze

French Black Marble Column
Located in Montreal, Quebec
French black marble column. For a chic interior, classical lines in the spirit of Hollywood Regency.
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20th Century French Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Marble

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

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

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Fruitwood, Oak, Pine

Vintage English Country Iron Verdigris Garden Sundial "Grow Old Along With Me"
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning vintage iron verdigris garden sundial reading "Grow old along with me. The best is yet to be." USA, Late 20th Century Measures: 11"W x 11"D x 6"H Very good vintage cond...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

French Alpine Green Marble Pedestal, 19th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
A french neoclassical 19th century alpine green marble pedestal column with gilded bronze decoration.
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Marble, Brass, Bronze

Sink Plaquette with Relief of a Roman Adonis in Loincloth Posing as Le Penseur
Located in Doornspijk, NL
This plain and austere plaquette shows us a muscular Roman young man wearing just a loincloth. Squatting on the ground he sits, in the typical position of the Le Penseur artwork by R...
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Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Zinc

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

Materials

Cherry

French Neoclassical Small Concrete Figural Cherub Garden Statue Water Fountain
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Vintage French Neoclassical Style Small Concrete Figural Cherub Garden Statue Water F...
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Concrete

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

Pair of Cast Iron George Washington Figural Andirons
Located in New York, NY
Pair of cast iron George Washington Andirons: Measures: 9" x 20" x 16" Weighs: 30 LBS.
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

Late 19th C. Bronze Neo-Classic Planter w/Gadrooned Sides and Acanthus Corners
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
19th Century Neoclassical heavy patinated cast bronze planter of large scale having gadrooned bombe sides with acanthus leaf corners raised on block feet. Suitable for indoor as well...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Regency Cast Aluminum Arched Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning expression of Neoclassical elegance, this vintage cast aluminum sofa or daybed brings timeless architectural grace to any setting. Masterfully crafted, its design is distinguished by a stately triple-arched back, sophisticated turned finials, and eight sturdy legs that provide both stability and style. A handsome barley-twist stretcher adds a wonderful textural detail, showcasing the quality of its construction. Finished in a versatile black, this piece is ready for a custom cushion, making it perfect as a dramatic sofa in a living room, a chic daybed in a sunroom, or elegant seating on a covered porch or patio. This substantial sofa is in great vintage condition, with minor scuffs and blemishes that are appropriate to its age and use, enhancing its authentic character. Its grand scale and classic form make it a perfect fit for Hollywood Regency, Traditional, or Neoclassical interiors, where it can serve as a stunning focal point. This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire a piece of outdoor-grade furniture with the elegance of an indoor antique. Don't hesitate—add this beautiful arched sofa...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Aluminum

Very Large Italian Patinated Bronze and Carved Wood Sculptural Jardinières
Located in London, GB
Very large Italian patinated bronze and carved wood sculptural jardinières Italian, c. 1874 Jardinières: Height 93cm, diameter 75cm Base: Height 87cm, diameter 62cm Overall: Height ...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Bronze

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 ...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Marble

Antique Lead Demilune Planters with Swag Decoration
Located in Atlanta, GA
A rare and elegant set of four antique lead planters, each beautifully adorned with classical floral swag motifs in high relief. Crafted in heavy cast lead, these planters exemplify ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Lead

Robert Adam Neoclassical Cast Iron Stove Urn
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A painted neoclassical cast iron stove in the form of a classical urn after a design by Robert Adam attributed to Carron Iron Company circa 1780. Originatin...
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Late 18th Century Scottish Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Metal, Iron

19th Century Statuary White Marble and Scagliola Fireplace Mantel
Located in London, GB
An Irish 19th century highly decorative and very well executed fireplace in Italian Statuary white marble with red and black Etruscan style Scagliola inlaid jamb panels and frieze. ...
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Late 18th Century Irish Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Statuary Marble

Neoclassical Breccia Marble and Ormolu Pedestals
Located in New Orleans, LA
A classic Neoclassical style sets apart this stately pair of Breccia marble pedestals. Taking the form of Ionic columns with brilliant ormolu capitals and bases, the impressive piece...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Breccia Marble, Ormolu

Early 20th Century Neoclassical Glazed Terracotta and Plaster Bird Bath
Located in Richmond, VA
Early 20th century neoclassical glazed terracotta and plaster bird bath with all-over faux marble cream toned glaze, with cast terracotta round shallow well surmounting a plaster fluted column...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Terracotta, Plaster

Architectural Model of a Cistern
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An interesting mid 19th century architectural model of a cistern sculpted in limestone, possibly Bath stone, carved into an elongated oval form. Beautifully weathered and of good scale, this carved limestone sculpture...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Limestone

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

Italian 19th Century Neoclassical Carved Giltwood Finial Ornaments
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful pair wooden finial ornaments with traces of their original gilding. Italy, circa 1800-1850. Weathered and small losses. H:29cm W:11cm D:11cm
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wood

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...
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2010s Italian Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Limestone, Marble

Faux Marble Painted Wood Pedestal or Cabinet
Located in Essex, MA
Probably American with a cabinet door with enclosed shelves. Large scale. Collection of William Hodgins.
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1820s North American Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Pine

Neoclassical Cast Iron Jardinière, circa 1890
Located in Evergreen, CO
Cast in the late-19th century, this rectangular iron planter features an urn and swag motif on the front and back. Perfect for outdoor or indoor use. Two drain holes.
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Late 19th Century European 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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