Like France’s Empire style, Regency-style furniture was rooted in neoclassicism; the characteristics of its bedroom furniture, armchairs, dining room tables and other items include clean lines, angular shapes and elegant details.
Dating roughly from the 1790s to 1830s, antique Regency-style furniture gets its name from Prince George of Wales — formally King George IV — who became Prince Regent in 1811 after his father, George III, was declared unfit to rule. England’s Regency style is one of the styles represented in Georgian furniture.
George IV’s arts patronage significantly influenced the development of the Regency style, such as the architectural projects under John Nash, which included the renovation of Buckingham House into the formidable Buckingham Palace with a grand neoclassical facade. Celebrated designers of the period include Thomas Sheraton, Henry Holland and Thomas Hope. Like Nash, Hope instilled his work with classical influences, such as saber-legged chairs based on the ancient Greek klismos. He is credited with introducing the term “interior decoration” to English with the 1807 publishing of Household Furniture and Interior Decoration.
Although more subdued than previous styles like Rococo and Baroque, Regency interiors incorporated copious use of chintz fabrics and wallpaper adorned in chinoiserie-style art. Its furniture featured fine materials and luxurious embellishments. Furniture maker George Bullock, for instance, regularly used detailed wood marquetry and metal ornaments on his pieces.
Archaeological discoveries in Egypt and Greece informed Regency-era details, such as carved scrollwork, sphinxes and palmettes, as well as the shape of furniture. A Roman marble cinerary chest, for example, would be reinterpreted into a wooden cabinet. The Napoleonic Wars also inspired furniture, with martial designs like tented beds and camp-style chairs becoming popular. While the reddish-brown mahogany was prominent in this range of pieces, imported woods like zebrawood and ebony were increasingly in demand.
Find a collection of antique Regency tables, seating, decorative objects and other furniture on 1stDibs.
$3,850 / set
Vintage Regency Distressed Cast Concrete Dogs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Presenting a stately pair of vintage Regency-style cast concrete dog statues, imbued with an air of classic elegance and timeless charm. These majestic canine figures, with their dig...
Concrete
English Regency Decorative Painted and Gilt Post Cap
Located in Queens, NY
English Regency decorative wooden post cap with four painted armorial panels depicting animals, mythological creatures, and a coat of arms with giltwood borders, and a fluted top with a bronze artichoke...
Bronze
Wax Portrait of William Motherwell, Scottish Poet (1797-1835) by John Fillans
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Wax Portrait of William Motherwell, Scottish Poet (1797-1835) by John Fillans John Fillans (Scottish, 1817-1867) A museum-worthy wax portrait bust of William Motherwell (1797–1835...
Glass, Hardwood, Burl
$7,700 / set
Large Pair of Majolica Terra Cotta Eagles
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Opposing pair of lifesize Majolica or glazed terra cotta eagles. Executed with fine detail right down to the talons. Perched on mountainous bases the...
Terracotta
Vintage Regency Blown Glass Swirl Sphere
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bring glamour and artisanal elegance to your space with this stunning vintage Regency blown glass sphere. Swirled with rich metallic gold and deep onyx tones, this sculptural orb exudes timeless opulence and visual intrigue. The hand-blown craftsmanship creates a mesmerizing spiral pattern, catching and reflecting light with every curve. Perfect as a standalone decorative accent or layered into a vignette of art glass, this piece elevates coffee tables, bookshelves, or office desks with its luxurious presence. Measuring 3.75 inches in all dimensions, this blown glass sphere is in excellent vintage condition with minor age-appropriate wear. The sophisticated mix of dark hues and shimmering luster pairs...
Blown Glass
Vintage Regency Lefton Ceramic Rabbits - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bring a touch of whimsy and vintage charm to your home with this exquisite set of six hand-painted porcelain rabbit figurines. Crafted in Japan, these delicate white bunnies feature ...
Ceramic
Vintage Regency Brass Life Size Deer
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your décor with this Vintage Regency Brass Alice-Sized Deer. Crafted with exquisite detail in America, this brass deer figurine exudes time...
Brass
Large Regency Giltwood Eagle
Located in Essex, MA
Standing with wings extended and one claw resting on a turtles back. This piece was intended to be displayed outdoors. Many old layers of pain. From the Bartlett Burnap Collection. P...
Wood, Giltwood
Handsome Collection of Seven 19th Century English Staffordshire Bust Priced/Bust
Located in Buchanan, MI
Handsome collection of seven 19th century English Staffordshire bust of gentlemen. Range of measurement from 7.5" - 12", Priced Per Bust.
Porcelain
Vintage Regency Glazed Ceramic Lovebirds
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of romance and charm to your space with this Vintage Regency Glazed Ceramic Lovebirds sculpture. Nestled close on a ceramic perch and encased in a minimal black metal swi...
Metal
Vintage Regency Cast Concrete Pineapple
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your outdoor decor with this Vintage Regency Cast Concrete Pineapple. Perfect for American-style exteriors, this stately piece features the classi...
Concrete
Vintage Regency Glazed Ceramic Poodle
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This charming ceramic poodle figurine embodies the playful sophistication and animal fascination popular in mid-century design and Hollywood Regency decor. Crafted from glazed porcel...
Porcelain
Pair Of 19th Century Regency Bronzes Of Roman Soldiers On Marble Plinths
Located in Dublin, IE
A stunning pair of original early 19th century equestrian bronzes of a Russian Cossacks and Roman Soliders riding horses, on naturalistically cast bases raised on marble plinths, mos...
Griotte Marble, Bronze
Vintage Regency Brass Rider on Horseback
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A captivating piece of Regency-era artistry, this vintage brass sculpture captures a dynamic rider mid-gallop, elegantly poised on a rearing horse. With exceptional detail in the rid...
Brass
Early 19th Century Gilt Bronze Whippet within Glass Cloche Dome Display Case
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Early 19th century Regency gilt bronze statue in the form of a whippet presented within period glass cloche dome bell jar display case supported on fitted ...
Bronze
Antique Regency period bronze figure of Crouching Venus
Located in London, GB
A well-cast early 19th Century bronze Model of crouching Venus kneeling on shell supported on Sienna marble base.
Marble, Bronze
Vintage Regency Cast Concrete Fruit Topiary - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your garden or home decor with this pair of Vintage Regency Cast Concrete Fruit Topiaries. These American-style pieces showcase intricate crafts...
Concrete
Vintage Regency Polished Brass Horse After Maitland Smith
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning vintage Regency brass horse. A chic composition in a high polished finish. Unmarked. He had a tag, then I sent him out to be polished and they removed it. Acquired from a ...
Brass
Vintage Regency Cut Stone Obelisk
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning vintage Regency obelisk. A gorgeous cut stone with amazing grain detail. Perfect alone or cluster with other obelisks for dramatic effect. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Stone
Vintage Regency Swirl Blown Glass Spheres - Set of 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This radiant pair of Vintage Regency Swirl Blown Glass Spheres brings a glamorous, golden-hour glow to any space. Expertly hand-blown with warm amber and clear glass infused with lum...
Blown Glass
Vintage Regency French Cement Over Fiberglass Figural Statue
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This elegant vintage Regency French outdoor figure is crafted from cement over fiberglass, offering a timeless blend of durability and artistry. The figure features intricate detaili...
Concrete
Vintage Regency Glenda Goodacre Attributed Bronze Bust of Man
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A striking vintage Boho bronze bust of man. A chic profile of a handsome young man. Attributed to the artist Glenda Goodacre. Unsigned. Acquired fro...
Bronze
$6,925 / set
Early 19th Century Pair of Portland Stone Heads
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Early 19th Century pair of Portland stone heads. The carved heads with carved neck ropes, depicting slaves, circa 1815.
Stone
Pair of 19th Century Regency period Gilt Bronze Wall Lights
Located in London, GB
An unusual pair of English Regency period gilt bronze wall lights raised on scrolled ‘wolfhead’ and coronet supports with triple lustres above winged angels. The lustres, terminating...
Bronze
Vintage Regency Terra Cotta Elephant Obelisks - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome pair of vintage Regency obelisks. A cast terracotta with a cerused finish. Happy elephants with their trunks up for good luck. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate
Terracotta