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.
Vintage Regency Cast Concrete Figural Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This charming vintage Regency cast concrete figural sculpture features a whimsical depiction of a cherub seated atop a round pedestal. With its aged pa...
Concrete
$2,850 / set
Vintage Regency Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your decor with a touch of classical elegance with our Vintage Regency Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs. Inspired by traditional Asian motifs and reimagined with American flair, this ...
Ceramic
Vintage Regency Cast Cement Greyhound
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Embrace timeless elegance with our Vintage Regency Cast Cement Greyhound. This majestic piece exudes American sophistication, capturing the grace and poise...
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 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 Cast Concrete Figural Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage Regency outdoor figure is meticulously crafted from durable cast concrete, making it a timeless addition to any garden, patio, or outdoor space. The figure boasts intricate detailing, showcasing classic Regency-style design elements that evoke sophistication and charm. Perfect for adding an elegant focal point to your landscape, this sturdy piece is both decorative and functional, standing resilient against the elements while aging beautifully over time. Whether placed as a centerpiece in a garden or as a decorative accent along pathways, this cast concrete figure...
Concrete
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
Set of 2 Ornate Terracotta Corbels Mounted on Stands
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Though corbels are conventionally used as an architectural fixture, this pair of antique corbels are too beautiful to simply sit on a wall or ceiling. Instead, they have been repurposed as sculpture, brought to life on bespoke steel stands to allow the intricacy of their design to be enjoyed and observed up close on a table, shelf or column. Dating from the late 19th century, these large corbels...
Steel
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 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
Pair of Antique Regency Period Bronze Pastille Burners
Located in London, GB
A fine pair of Regency bronze pastille burners - this pair of pastille burners are well cast decorative pieces, each having lids made up of inverted leaves attached to a rim with sty...
Bronze
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
English Regency Bronze Stag on Ormolu & Marble Base
Located in London, GB
A lovely English Regency object, the subject that of an exhausted stag after a model made by Pitoin for Madame du Barry in 1772. The well finished stag sits on a superb ormolu base, ...
Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
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 Brass Caravan Temple Toys - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A striking pair of vintage Boho temple toy caravans. Incredible detail on an all brass body. Moveable wheels. Perfect to add a little drama to any coffee ta...
Brass
Vintage Regency Cast Concrete Bust of Woman in Hood
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Vintage Regency Cast Concrete Bust of a Woman in a Hood captures the grandeur of American Regency style with its elegant and timeless design. This stately bust is meticulously cr...
Concrete
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
A Pair of English Officer’s Epaulets in Original Case Great Color
Located in Buchanan, MI
A Pair of English Officer’s Epaulets in Original Case Bilney and Co., Portsea, 19th Century the lid of the case and epaulets marked for maker, the case further engraved 'J. H.W Stan...
Metallic Thread
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
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
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
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