Neoclassical Sculptures
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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Returnable Items Only
19th Century Serpentine Carving of 'The Dying Lion' After Bertel Thorvaldsen
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautifully carved Italian Grand Tour serpentine copy of Bertel Thorvaldsen's monumental sculpture 'The Lion of Lucerne' also known as 'The Dying...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Serpentine
A 19th Century Patinated Bronze after Moreau on Slate Base
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Bronze statue with dark colored patination featuring a seated classical lady after James Pradier (1790-1852). She is set on an oval polished slate marble base. This bronze is inspire...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Grand Tour Faux Finished Plaster Bust
Located in west palm beach, FL
A striking vintage neoclassical plaster bust of man. A chic Grand Tour figure with a gorgeous hand painted finish. Acquired from the estate of Massimo Camilo, the designer for Gianni...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
A Bronze Sculpture of a Seated Female Scholar, France Late 19th Century
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A 19th century patinated bronze sculpture of a female scholar, France. The patinated surface with some remnants of gilt highlights with an ebonized wood base. The seated figure with...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Large bronze after Pigalle, "Mercure attachant ses talonnières", 19th century
By Jean-Baptiste Pigalle
Located in Paris, FR
Brown patina bronze sculpture depicting Mercury (Hermes), god of commerce, thieves and messenger of the gods, seated on a rock tying his winged heel-piece. He is wearing a petasus, a...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Griotte Marble, Bronze
Larger than Lifesize Grand tour Bronze Mercury Statue After Giambologna
By Giambologna
Located in New York, NY
Monumental Italian Grand Tour bronze sculpture of Mercury, finely cast after the original model by Jean de Bologne (1529-1608), also known as Giambologna, mounted on square variegate...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Striking Female Bust of Saint or Princess on Black Cube
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Striking composite bust of female in period head dress. Perhaps she is a saint or princess. Signed on bottom. Base is a black cube, 4.5" x 4.5"
Category
Early 2000s American Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Composition
1900s Neoclassical Red Brick Patina Metal Italian Bust of a Woman
Located in Catania, Sicilia
A red patina metal bust of a woman manufatured in Italy in early 19th century, good conditions overall, metal it has this brick red patina probably due to exposure to the natural ele...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Erotic bronze sculpture. Austria, early 20th century.
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Erotic bronze sculpture. Austria, early 20th century.
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Terracotta Portrait Bust of Caracalla Roman Emperor
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A terracotta portrait bust of Caracalla, Roman Emperor from 198 to 217 AD. The Emperor is depicted in expressive detail and wears a swathed toga which is glazed in white for a striking colour contrast. Similar portrait busts, showing Caracalla with cropped hair, stubble beard and a menacing glare, are found on display in museums across the globe including The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York and The St. Louis Art...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Italian Stone Garden Sculptures of Roman Mythological subject of Apollo
Located in Rome, IT
Finely carved mythological subject in Vicenza limestone of Apollo in Excellent condition from an estate of Veneto. Timeless decoration for your interior or garden.
Measurements: Sta...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Limestone
20th Century, White marble sculpture, Hygieia Goddess of Health
Located in PALERMO, IT
Statuary white marble sculpture depicting Hygieia, Goddess of Health. The sculpture, commonly known as "The Statue of Health," is in excellent condition. It emphasizes 'excellent wor...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Carved Antique Stone Sculpture by a Student of Hugh Casson
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
This weathered antique stone sculpture was reputedly carved by a student of 20th century British architect and artist, Sir Hugh Casson. It depi...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Stone, Limestone
19th Century Patinated Terra Cotta of Bacchanalian Putti Playing with Goat
Located in Dallas, TX
A lovely depiction of the neoclassical taste, three putti can be seen playing with a goat. The terra cotta sculpture from the 1800s has a variegated patination, with hues of dark och...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Pair 19th Century French Bronze Marly Horse Sculptures After Coustou
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 19th century French bronze marly horse statues after the original models by Guillaume Coustou (1677-1746).
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Bronze sculpture "Venus au bain" by Christophe Gabriel Allegrain. France.
By Christophe-Gabriel Allegrain
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Bronze sculpture "Venus au bain" by Christophe Gabriel Allegrain (1710-1795). France early 19th century.
Signed:
F. Barbedienne Foundeur
G. C. Allegrain...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Marble Sculpture Rape of the Sabine Women after Giambologna, Italy 19th century
Located in Greding, DE
Marble sculpture based on the famous original by Giambologna (Jean de Bologne), the Rape of the Sabine Women, from 1579. This version is from ...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Theodor Kärner figure Hunting rider pincess MARGARETHE V. Thurn and Taxis.
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Theodor Kärner Hohenberg/Eger 1885 - Munich 1966
Figure 'Hunting rider Princess Margarethe v. Thurn and Taxis'
Nymphenburg, 20th century. Designed in ...
Category
Early 20th Century German Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Vintage Sculptural Cast Bronze Native American Indian Chief Bookends
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Matched pair of detailed cast bronze bookends depicting a North American Indian Chief bust. There are no maker's marks, initials or signature of eith...
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Pair Small Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Giltwood Mythical Figures
Located in Buisson, FR
Gorgeous pair small late 18th century neoclassical mythical figures.
france circa 1780.
Weathered and old repair
Measurements are individual and include the wooden base.
Category
Late 18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Wood
"Liberty" Bronze Bust on Black Slate Plinth, 20th Century School
Located in Germantown, MD
A 20th Century School "Liberty" Bronze Bust on Black Slate Plinth. Measures 6.25" in width, 6.25" in depth and stands 15" tall.
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Slate, Bronze
Two Antique Greek Terracotta Antefix Ornaments
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
This 19th century pair of antique Greek terracotta antefix ornaments would have once decorated a tiled roof. Also known as ‘akrokeramo’, antefix such as these were often used by the ...
Category
Late 19th Century Greek Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Antique Statuary White Marble Sculpture of a Youth
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A mid 19th century antique statuary white marble sculpture of a youth wearing a toga, possibly a young St. John the Baptist in the manner of Italian n...
Category
Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Statuary Marble
Antique White Marble Sculpture of Madame Recamier
By Joseph Chinard
Located in Stockholm, SE
A fine antique white marble sculpture of madame Recamier after the famous sculpture by Joseph Chinard (1756-1813).
Chinard was a Frenc...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Carrara Marble
French Cupid Bronze Statue After Auguste Moreau (1834-1917)
Located in New York, NY
French bronze sculpture of Cupid after Auguste Moreau (1834-1917)
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Set of 4 Italian Neo-Classic 19th Century Marble Relief Busts
Located in New York, NY
SET of 4 similar Italian Neo-Classic (19th Century) white marble relief busts depiction four faces framed by ornately carved hair. (PRICED AS SET)
Each bust unique with slightly ...
Category
19th Century Unknown Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Wedgwood Black Basalt Library Bust of Mercury
By John Flaxman
Located in New Orleans, LA
This model is attributed to John Flaxman, Jr., a celebrated English sculptor, illustrator and designer, considered a leading artist in the Neoclassical style in England. In this expertly rendered black basalt bust...
Category
19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
A 19th Century Classical Statuary Marble Bust Of A Female
By William Behnes
Located in London, GB
A Classical bust of female form with naked shoulders, draped robe exposing one breast, her hair tied back. Mounted on Socle pedestal
By William Behne...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Statuary Marble
Italian Neoclassical Female Resin Sculpture Statue Decorative Object, Small
Located in New York, NY
An Italian female resign sculpture statue in the Neoclassical design style, circa mid-20th century, 1950s, Italy. Sculpture statue is an off-white resin. A great decorative object. M...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Resin
Vintage Neoclassical Cherub/Putti Garden Statue
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Neoclassical Cherub/Putti Garden Statue
From a beautiful Southern Estate, approximately 50 years old. Stunning, neoclassical cherubs/put...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Clay
Roaring Deer Sculpture After Josef Franz in Bronze & Marble
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful sculpture in marble base of roaring deer after Josef Franz.
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Neoclassical Cherub/Putti Garden Sculpture
Located in Chicago, IL
Neoclassical Cherub/Putti Garden Sculpture
From a beautiful Southern Estate, approximately 50 years old. Stunning, neoclassical cherubs/putti garden statue...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Clay
Pair of Parian Porcelain Neoclassical Statues
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A Pair of Parian porcelain bisque neoclassical statues of a Greek couple. The original pair in white bisque finish with Greek key decoration at the bases, European, possibly Italian,...
Category
Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Carved Wooden Mould Ex. Tucker Collection
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A mounted antique carved wooden mould from the Tucker collection. This is one of many moulds we are selling from this vast collection assembled by British make-up artist, Christopher...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Bing & Grøndahl, large and impressive biscuit sculpture depicting Moses.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Bing & Grøndahl, large and impressive biscuit sculpture depicting Moses with the stone tablets.
After Bertel Thorvaldsen.
Late 19th century.
Marked.
In excellent condition with mini...
Category
Late 19th Century Danish Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Sculptural Lamp by Luca Madrassi (1848-1918)
Located in New York, NY
This glazed and hand-painted ceramic lighted sculpture (likely faience or gesso) by Luca Madrassi (1848-1918) depicts cherubs (putti) in a grotto, and is lit in the interior from a b...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Antique French Terracotta Plaque by Émile Müller & Co
By Emile Müller
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique terracotta plaque depicting a horse and rider in neoclassical and roman styles by the workshops of 19th century French ceramist, sculptor and architect, Émile Müller. Poss...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Royal Copenhagen after Thorvaldsen. Figure of Saint Peter in biscuit. 1870/80s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Royal Copenhagen after Thorvaldsen. Figure of Saint Peter in biscuit. 1870/80s
First factory quality.
In excellent condition.
Marked.
Dimensions: H 33.0 x D 12.5 cm.
Category
1870s Danish Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Tenerani Statuary Marble Bust of a Young Augustus Caesar
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A finely carved statuary white marble bust of a young Augustus Caesar attributed to the workshops of 19th century Italian sculptor Pietro Tenerani (1789-1869). Also known as Young Octavian, this bust of a young Roman Emperor Augustus Caesar is after a sculpture found in the Pio Clementino Museums of the Vatican.
Carved with exceptional detail, the bust is elevated on a turned socle and bears the name ‘TENERANI’ to the front. Other busts like this one after the Vatican original of the former Emperor Augustus were sculpted in the Mid-18th Century.
Pietro Tenerani (1789-1869) was a notable Italian sculptor of the early 19th century. In his early career, he trained under Italian sculptor Lorenzo Bartolini, before moving to Rome where he won a scholarship as a pupil of Danish sculptor, Bertel Thorvalsden. Having honed his skills, Tenerani worked from a studio of his own in later years. William Cavendish, 6th Duke of Devonshire, Queen Victoria and Pope Pius IX...
Category
Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Statuary Marble
Ariadne Bronze Sculpture After Aime Millet (1819-1891)
By Aimé Millet
Located in New York, NY
Patinated bronze figure of Ariadne after Aime Millet (French, 1819-1891), mounted on circular base of carved slate stone.
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Slate, Bronze
Goeble Porcelain Figurine of a Buffalo/Bison
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Goeble porcelain figurine of a buffalo. It depicts a very well done hand painted brave and strong buffalo. He is plowing forward while it’s legs are lifting up soil. The Am...
Category
20th Century German Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Large Carved Marble Statue With Pedestal, Italy Circa 1900
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Exceptional hand carved Italian neoclassical marble statue with companion black marble pedestal. The subject is "Sappho" who was an Archaic...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Marble
19th Century Gilt Bronze Eagle Fragment on White Marble Stand, Italy
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Italian gilt bronze sculpture of an eagle on a rectangular white Carrera piece of marble. The high quality of the gilt work and the early age makes the eagl...
Category
1810s Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Carrara Marble, Bronze
Portrait Medallions David Garrick & Sarah Siddons, Wedgwood, 19th Century
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A matched pair of portrait medallions showing the famous actors Mr Garrick (C1830) and Mrs Siddons, (circa 1880). Framed as a pair, they work well together.
David Garrick and Sarah Siddons...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Pottery
Reclining Nude Bronze Sculpture After Ary Bitter
By Ary Bitter
Located in New York, NY
Reclining female nude bronze with baby deer at her feet, mounted on variegated green marble base by Ary Bitter (1883-1973).
Category
20th Century European Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Large Antique French Bronze Statue "La Mélodie", Gaudez and Belleuse
Located in Dallas, TX
Based off the original marble sculpture housed in the Louvre and entitled La Melodie, this large bronze statue of a woman holding a five-strin...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Bronze
Antique Carved Wooden Mould Ex. Tucker Collection
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A mounted antique carved wooden mould from the Tucker collection. This is one of many moulds we are selling from this vast collection assembled by British make-up artist, Christopher...
Category
Late 18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Italian Artemis Marble Torso
Located in Houston, TX
Early 20th Century Italian Artemis white statuary marble torso on bronze base.
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Statuary Marble, Bronze
Venus de Milo Female Statue Sculpture Indoors and Garden
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Venus de Milo female figurative cast stone statue sculpture piece, in the Neoclassical style, circa 20th century. A great statement piece indoors on a column pedestal, cocktail table, etc., or outdoors, a garden or patio area, pool house, pool area, etc. Piece has beautiful age patina as shown in images. Piece is a nice size. Dimensions: 5.5" x 5.5" x 24.5" Height.
White plaster column...
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Cast Stone
Wedgwood Black Basalt Hedgehog Bulb Planter
By Wedgwood
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A black basalt bulb pot molded as a hedgehog, made by Wedgwood in the middle of the 19th century.
Finely molded as a lively little hedgehog, this unique object would have been use...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Stoneware
French Neoclassical Silverplated Bronze Mounted Crystal Newel Post
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
French Neoclassical Silverplated Bronze Mounted Crystal Newel Post
A stunning French Neoclassical Silverplated Bronze Mounted Crystal Newel Post, ...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Pair of Decorative Ewer Form Ornaments
Located in London, GB
The body of each ewer is beautifully embellished with a three dimensional design of grapevines following up to the handle. The handle part forms as a satyr, possibly representative o...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Sculpture Dancing Cupids in Terracotta Signed L Livi
Located in Buxton, GB
Absolutely Beautiful Sculpture by L Livi a French Artist
The Statue is named Dancing Cupids
In Terracotta with nice Patina
French Origin
Beautiful Carved Details
Uniqu...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Continental Rock Crystal Obelisks, Pair
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Continental Rock Crystal obelisks, from France, late 19th Century.
The obelisks proper are 12 inches high, each mounted on a 4-inch crystal cube of a later date, for a ...
Category
1890s French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Rock Crystal
Collection of Four Mandolins, Some with Inlay, Tortoiseshelle, Satin Wood
Located in Buchanan, MI
Collection Of Four Mandolins, Some With Inlay Tortoiseshelle, Satin Wood. Great Pieces For Art Work. Sizes Vary. Property from the Estate of Fred and Estelle Spector, Chicago, Illino...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Satinwood
Royal Copenhagen after Thorvaldsen. Figure of Apostle Johannes with the Eagle
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Royal Copenhagen after Thorvaldsen. A figure of Apostle Johannes with the Eagle and Book of Revelation
1870/80s.
First factory quality.
In excellent condition.
Marked.
Dimensions: H ...
Category
1870s Danish Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Madame Juliette Recamier Bronze Bust After Joseph Chinard
By Joseph Chinard
Located in New York, NY
Madame Juliette recamier bronze bust after the original model Joseph Chinard (1756-1813), mounted on a granite base.
Category
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Italian 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Marble Bust of Apollo Belvedere
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An exceptional Italian 19th century neoclassical st. white Carrara marble bust of Apollo Belvedere signed A. Frilli Florence. The wonderfully executed bust depicts the handsome Apoll...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Neoclassical sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical sculptures 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 sculptures created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, bronze and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical sculptures made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Germany pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original sculptures, popular names associated with this style include Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse, Paul Edouard Delabriere, Ernest Rancoulet, and Friedrich Gornik. 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 sculptures differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $320 and tops out at $8,500 while the average work can sell for $825.
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