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CLASSICAL GREEK STYLE

There is rare surviving furniture from ancient Greece, yet this classical style has informed design for centuries. Interiors of houses in antiquity were minimal, with much of a room’s color coming from frescoes on the walls and mosaics on the floors. Classical Greek furniture was sparing but finely crafted and influenced by Egyptian furniture design through Mediterranean trade.

Furnishings of the period were usually made from local wood like cypress, cedar, oak and willow from ancient Greece’s plentiful forests, although some pieces were carved from marble, such as a 300–200 B.C. throne with lion legs and a curved back now at the Getty Villa. Comfort and clean lines characterized designs during the Classical era, the symmetry and thoughtful proportions reflecting the architecture of Greek temples.

Some pieces of ancient Greek furniture were simple, rectangular platforms like the klinē, a multipurpose ancestor of today’s couches or daybeds that held cushions stuffed with wool, dry grass or down. These structures were used for both sleeping and dining, which wealthy Greeks did while reclining. At night, oil lamps illuminated rooms that frequently surrounded a garden courtyard.

Most of what scholars have learned about Greek furniture design owes to its representations in art like vases and stelae. The portable diphros stool, with its backless design and four turned legs, was one of the more common types of seating in daily Greek life — it appears as such for the gods on the Parthenon frieze. Stools without backs have been found in early Roman tombs, while benches were also common Greek seating furniture created for use in theaters. In houses of the Hellenistic period, benches seemingly functioned as tables, too.

Some designs evolved through adaptations by the Romans, including the klismos chair. After prominent archaeological excavations at Pompeii and Herculaneum, the klismos chair — with its four saber legs and the elegant curves that define its back — was a source of inspiration for aesthetics in eras ranging from 18th-century neoclassicism to 20th-century Art Deco.

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Style: Classical Greek
Ancient Artemis Statue Made with Compressed Marble Powder 30.7"
Ancient Artemis Statue Made with Compressed Marble Powder 30.7"

Ancient Artemis Statue Made with Compressed Marble Powder 30.7"

By LAGU

Located in İSTANBUL, TR

-Weight: 20 kg. -Produced from pressed marble powder. -Produced from the original molds of the works from the museum. -Can be used indoors and outdoors. Artemis is known as the go...

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Statuary Marble

Marsyas Sculpture Compressed Marble Powder Figurative Statue
Marsyas Sculpture Compressed Marble Powder Figurative Statue

Marsyas Sculpture Compressed Marble Powder Figurative Statue

By LAGU

Located in İSTANBUL, TR

Marsyas is a famous Phrygian satyr in Greek mythology, believed to be half human and half goat. He is the son of Hyagnis, who invented harmony. Marsias, who plays the flute very well, is killed by Apollo's jealousy after a musical duel with him. The statue in Tarsus reflects his surrendered mood, recounting his punishment. You can see the statue at the Istanbul Archaeological Museum. The most important sculptures in world history are brought to your living spaces by Lagu's special selection, using the best materials. Sculptures, busts, columns and reliefs, the originals of which are in various museums, are made with the technique of casting under vacuum with marble powder...

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Statuary Marble, Metal

Large Greek Olive Jar with Metal Stand
Large Greek Olive Jar with Metal Stand

Large Greek Olive Jar with Metal Stand

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful large 1940s Greek Olive Jar with metal stand. The height of 46 inches includes the metal stand.

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Mid-20th Century Greek Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Livia Decorative Bust Made with Compressed Marble Powder Statue Ephesus Museum
Livia Decorative Bust Made with Compressed Marble Powder Statue Ephesus Museum

Livia Decorative Bust Made with Compressed Marble Powder Statue Ephesus Museum

By LAGU

Located in İSTANBUL, TR

In the first century, Livia was decribed as Rome’s strongest woman. She is proudly depicted in ancient sources as suitable to be empress, faithful to the emerpor and a good wife, and always balanced and level headed. It is said that she successfully filled the roles of wife, mother, widow and elderly woman. Livia was the wife of Augustus, the first emperor of the Roman Empire; she was his regent and was also his faithful adviser. Livia, the most powerful woman of her time, has written her name in history as a loyal, proud and dignified woman. The original bust of Livia is exhibited in the Ephesus Museum...

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Statuary Marble

19th Century English Minton Parian Group of Cupid & Psyche by H. Bourne
19th Century English Minton Parian Group of Cupid & Psyche by H. Bourne

19th Century English Minton Parian Group of Cupid & Psyche by H. Bourne

Located in Dublin, IE

A stunning and most attractive minton parian figural group of Cupid and Psyche by Hamlet Bourne, the classical lovers in passionate embrace on a bow fron...

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19th Century English Antique Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of French Restoration Period Candlesticks of Patinated Bronze
Pair of French Restoration Period Candlesticks of Patinated Bronze

Pair of French Restoration Period Candlesticks of Patinated Bronze

Located in Dallas, TX

Pair of French restoration period candlesticks of patinated bronze and gilt bronze with figures of Atlas supporting a flower bobeche and etched glass hurricane. The bases are in sien...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Bronze

1970s Large Ceramic Bust of God Hermes in Classical Greek Style
1970s Large Ceramic Bust of God Hermes in Classical Greek Style

1970s Large Ceramic Bust of God Hermes in Classical Greek Style

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A good large bust of the God Hermes A good large bust of the God Hermes, this is a very good ceramic bust, it is in flesh color and has a mat finish ...

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1970s Vintage Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Plaster

French Caen Stone Architectural Fragment
French Caen Stone Architectural Fragment

French Caen Stone Architectural Fragment

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A mid 19th century French Caen stone architectural fragment reputedly from a church destroyed in WWII. With its beautiful cream tone and cr...

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Mid-19th Century Antique Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone, Limestone

Corinthian Column Candlestick 'Set of 2' Compressed Marble Powder Statue
Corinthian Column Candlestick 'Set of 2' Compressed Marble Powder Statue

Corinthian Column Candlestick 'Set of 2' Compressed Marble Powder Statue

By LAGU

Located in İSTANBUL, TR

Weight: 2,5 kg *There are 2 pieces in this set. -Produced from pressed marble powder. -Produced from the original molds of the works from the museum. -Can be used indoors and outdoo...

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Statuary Marble

Large Pair of 19th Century Bronze Marly Horses on Boulle Stands 32"(81cm)
Large Pair of 19th Century Bronze Marly Horses on Boulle Stands 32"(81cm)

Large Pair of 19th Century Bronze Marly Horses on Boulle Stands 32"(81cm)

By Guillaume Coustou

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A very impressive striking pair of French bronze Marly horses after Guillaume Coustou the elder 1677-1746. Mounted on ebonized, boulle inlaid pedestals. Batch 80 N/H

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19th Century French Antique Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Large Pink Hercules Bust
Large Pink Hercules Bust

Large Pink Hercules Bust

Located in Bagshot, GB

Who say Pink can't be masculine? A 21st century very charming and large pink plaster portrait bust of "Hercules" the demigod mortal son of Zeus. Bust ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Plaster

Eros Bust No:II Statue Made with Compressed Marble Powder / Istanbul Museum
Eros Bust No:II Statue Made with Compressed Marble Powder / Istanbul Museum

Eros Bust No:II Statue Made with Compressed Marble Powder / Istanbul Museum

By LAGU

Located in İSTANBUL, TR

Eros is the Greek god of love and desire. In ancient Greek, four separate words were used for love or amity one of which being “Eros” which meant passionate love. Eros, who is accep...

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2010s Turkish Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Statuary Marble

Marsyas Sculpture Compressed Marble Powder Statue **Lead time 5 weeks**
Marsyas Sculpture Compressed Marble Powder Statue **Lead time 5 weeks**

Marsyas Sculpture Compressed Marble Powder Statue **Lead time 5 weeks**

By LAGU

Located in İSTANBUL, TR

Marsyas is a famous Phrygian satyr in Greek mythology, believed to be half human and half goat. He is the son of Hyagnis, who invented harmony. Marsyas, who plays the flute very well...

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Statuary Marble, Metal

Aphrodite Bust  Statue Made with Compressed Marble Powder, 'Louvre Museum'
Aphrodite Bust  Statue Made with Compressed Marble Powder, 'Louvre Museum'

Aphrodite Bust Statue Made with Compressed Marble Powder, 'Louvre Museum'

By LAGU

Located in İSTANBUL, TR

Aphrodite is known as the godess of love and beauty from Greek mythology. In Roman mythology she is called Venus. The original is displayed in the Louvre Museum in Paris. Aphrodite,...

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2010s Turkish Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Statuary Marble, Marble

Alexander The Great Bust Made with Compressed Marble Powder Statue 25.6" (65cm)
Alexander The Great Bust Made with Compressed Marble Powder Statue 25.6" (65cm)

Alexander The Great Bust Made with Compressed Marble Powder Statue 25.6" (65cm)

By LAGU

Located in İSTANBUL, TR

Height: 65 cm / Weight: 20 kg Alexander, the real name of Macedonian III. Alexandros, commonly known as Alexander the Great, was king of the ancient Greek kingdom of Macedonia and a...

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Statuary Marble

Corinthian Column Candlestick Made with Compressed Marble Powder Statue
Corinthian Column Candlestick Made with Compressed Marble Powder Statue

Corinthian Column Candlestick Made with Compressed Marble Powder Statue

By LAGU

Located in İSTANBUL, TR

Weight: 2,5 kg -Produced from pressed marble powder. -Produced from the original molds of the works from the museum. -Can be used indoors and outdoors. Columns named after the anci...

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Statuary Marble

19th Century Terracotta, Bacchus and Bacchantes Celebrating the Grape Harvest
19th Century Terracotta, Bacchus and Bacchantes Celebrating the Grape Harvest

19th Century Terracotta, Bacchus and Bacchantes Celebrating the Grape Harvest

Located in Paris, FR

Patinated terracotta group featuring Bacchus as a child accompanied by three Bacchantes as they celebrate the harvesting of grapes. The Bacchantes, wearing flowing stolas and grapevi...

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19th Century French Antique Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta, Oak

Corinthian Candleholder Column Made with Compressed Marble Powder Statue
Corinthian Candleholder Column Made with Compressed Marble Powder Statue

Corinthian Candleholder Column Made with Compressed Marble Powder Statue

By LAGU

Located in İSTANBUL, TR

Weight: 2,5 kg -Produced from pressed marble powder. -Produced from the original molds of the works from the museum. -Can be used indoors and outdoors. ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Statuary Marble

Ionic Bookend no:II Set Made with Compressed Marble Powder Book Holder
Ionic Bookend no:II Set Made with Compressed Marble Powder Book Holder

Ionic Bookend no:II Set Made with Compressed Marble Powder Book Holder

By LAGU

Located in İSTANBUL, TR

Ionic regular columns born on the western and southern coasts of Anatolia have a thin, long and elegant body. Ionic columns are one of three types of column styles used in Greece; V...

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2010s Turkish Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Statuary Marble

Livia Bust Statue Made with Compressed Marble Powder Ephesus Museum
Livia Bust Statue Made with Compressed Marble Powder Ephesus Museum

Livia Bust Statue Made with Compressed Marble Powder Ephesus Museum

By LAGU

Located in İSTANBUL, TR

In the first century, Livia was decribed as Rome’s strongest woman. She is proudly depicted in ancient sources as suitable to be empress, faithful to the emerpor and a good wife, and always balanced and level headed. It is said that she successfully filled the roles of wife, mother, widow and elderly woman. Livia was the wife of Augustus, the first emperor of the Roman Empire; she was his regent and was also his faithful adviser. Livia, the most powerful woman...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Statuary Marble

Black Horse Head Bust Made with Compressed Marble Powder / Istanbul Museum
Black Horse Head Bust Made with Compressed Marble Powder / Istanbul Museum

Black Horse Head Bust Made with Compressed Marble Powder / Istanbul Museum

By LAGU

Located in İSTANBUL, TR

-Black painted -Produced from pressed marble powder. -Produced from the original molds of the works from the museum. -The original is displayed in the Istanbul Museum. The Istanbul ...

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2010s Turkish Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Statuary Marble

Asclepius Statue Made with Compressed Marble Powder 'Ephesus Museum'
Asclepius Statue Made with Compressed Marble Powder 'Ephesus Museum'

Asclepius Statue Made with Compressed Marble Powder 'Ephesus Museum'

By LAGU

Located in İSTANBUL, TR

Asclepius is known as the god of "medicine, healing and rejuvenation" in Greek mythology. Asclepius, who was believed to have found immortality, was therefore punished by being killed by Zeus. Weight: 35 kg. -Produced from pressed marble powder...

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Statuary Marble

English engraved glass vase with Socrates, the Greek philosopher, circa 1920
English engraved glass vase with Socrates, the Greek philosopher, circa 1920

English engraved glass vase with Socrates, the Greek philosopher, circa 1920

Located in Central England, GB

This superb English wheel engraved clear glass vase is most likely from one of the Stourbridge factories and dates to circa 1920. The vase is made from heavy thick glass and is of a...

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Early 20th Century British Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

ORIGINAL SiGNED AMEDEO GENNARELLI 1881-1943 CARVED MARBLE STATUE / SCULPTURe
ORIGINAL SiGNED AMEDEO GENNARELLI 1881-1943 CARVED MARBLE STATUE / SCULPTURe

ORIGINAL SiGNED AMEDEO GENNARELLI 1881-1943 CARVED MARBLE STATUE / SCULPTURe

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning hand carved Carrara marble, signed Amedeo Gennarelli (1881-1943) Italian Art-déco sculpture of a nude lady circa 1920 Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote, please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price. Amedeo Gennarelli (1881-1943) was a famous Italian Art-déco-sculptor. He is known for his nude female figures. Gennarelli was born in 1881 in Naples, Italy. In 1909 he immigrated to France, where he met with the great sculptors and artists of the period. In 1913 he exhibited its beautiful Marble Female Nude at the "Salon des Artistes Francais", where he exhibited regularly until 1936. Paris was the ideal starting point to pay attention to the avant-garde. A lot of painters, sculptors and graphic artists visited the city at the river Seine to take part in the development of the new arts. Amedeo increasingly dedicated himself to the Art déco and already exhibited his first works in the Salon of the Société des Artistes Français in 1913. The Société was a professional association of French painters and sculptors and was founded in 1881 in Paris, presenting still today the works of its artist in an annual Salon. When the first president of the association, the painter William-Adolphe Bouguereau, suggested in 1890 to dedicate the Salon young and unknown artists, a disagreement with the established artists, such as Auguste Rodin and Pierre Puvis de Chavannes started. The older ones founded their own Salon, exhibiting their own works. The aesthetic sculptures of Amedeo are designed in the style of Art deco. The distinguished marks of this epoch that arose at the beginning of the 20th century are varied and multi-form, because they were influenced by many different artistic trends. But especially geometric forms, pithy and extensive ornaments and floral motifs were used. He made these themes into erotic and athletic sculptures, as we can see for example at the sculptures The Carrier Pigeon and Towards Destiny...

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1920s French Vintage Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

Stone Mythological Figural Sculpture
Stone Mythological Figural Sculpture

Stone Mythological Figural Sculpture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Peach Stone Abstract Sculpture depicting a Greek Mythological Figure. Greece, circa 1960. Signed by an unknown artist on a contemporary black stone...

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1960s Greek Vintage Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

After the Antique, Silenus and the Infant Bacchus a Serpentine Group
After the Antique, Silenus and the Infant Bacchus a Serpentine Group

After the Antique, Silenus and the Infant Bacchus a Serpentine Group

Located in Montreal, QC

AFTER PRAXITELES Greek c.400-330BCE The original of this imposing group, was rescued from obscurity in the 16th century and became the basis of numerous copies in bronze, marble and ...

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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Serpentine

Antique patinated bronze sculpture of a father and son embracing by Henri Plé
Antique patinated bronze sculpture of a father and son embracing by Henri Plé

Antique patinated bronze sculpture of a father and son embracing by Henri Plé

By Henri Honoré Plé

Located in London, GB

This beautiful antique French sculpture depicts a tender moment between father and son. Made of fine patinated bronze, the full length figures of father and son are crafted in the naturalistic style that is typical of Plé's work. The father is dressed in furs and leans to embrace his son in an emotional and touching manner, before he heads to battle. The two figures are set on a naturalistic square plinth, which is signed 'Henri Ple...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Bust of Carrera Marble and Honey Onyx
Bust of Carrera Marble and Honey Onyx

Bust of Carrera Marble and Honey Onyx

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Carrera Marble and Honey Onyx Bust of Clasical Roman. 20th century with impressive detail. Very handsome features with stunning craftsmanship. PROVENANCE: R...

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20th Century European Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Onyx, Marble

Pair classical bronze statues of children gathering grapes, 19th Century.
Pair classical bronze statues of children gathering grapes, 19th Century.

Pair classical bronze statues of children gathering grapes, 19th Century.

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A very impressive pair of 19th Century French patinated bronze putti, each gathering up grapes and raised on variegated green marble plinths, circa 1880. Batch 80 N/H

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19th Century French Antique Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Ormolu Sculpture of a Baccante, by Jean-Léon Gérôme
19th Century French Ormolu Sculpture of a Baccante, by Jean-Léon Gérôme

19th Century French Ormolu Sculpture of a Baccante, by Jean-Léon Gérôme

By Jean-Léon Gérôme

Located in New York, NY

A gorgeous 19th century French ormolu sculpture of a Baccante, by Jean-Léon Gérôme. This incredible sculpture is by Jean-Léon Gérôme (French, 1824-1904), one of the most famous and i...

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1890s French Antique Classical Greek Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze, Enamel and Lapis Lazuli Mantel Clock
Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze, Enamel and Lapis Lazuli Mantel Clock

Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze, Enamel and Lapis Lazuli Mantel Clock

By Maison Marnyhac 1

Located in London, GB

This Grecian style mantel clock was crafted at the end of the 19th century and retailed by the acclaimed Maison Marnyhac, which was based on the Rue de la Paix in Paris. Founded ...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Bronze, Enamel

Elkington Antique Silver Plated Charger by Morel-Ladeuil
Elkington Antique Silver Plated Charger by Morel-Ladeuil

Elkington Antique Silver Plated Charger by Morel-Ladeuil

By Léonard Morel-Ladeuil

Located in London, GB

The silver charger mounted on a velvet board, of circular form in the Neo-Grec manner, depicting a classical figural scene of a semi-clad maiden surrounded by three female attendants with an exotic colonnaded interior, within a florally decorated border with a Grotesque bust to the top and two dragons to the bottom, signed and dated to the lower left 'morel-ladeuil inv e fecit 1876' and to the lower right 'Elkington & Co.' The importance of this Victorian period silver plated charger...

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Late 19th Century English Antique Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver Plate

19th Century Bronze Eros, by Aug. Moreau
19th Century Bronze Eros, by Aug. Moreau

19th Century Bronze Eros, by Aug. Moreau

By August Moreau

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A very good quality 19th century bronze statue of Eros with gilded highlights. By Aug. Moreau In Greek mythology, Eros Ancient Greek: is the Greek god of love and sex Auguste Moreau, 1834-1917 the third son of sculptor and painter Jean Baptiste Moreau, Auguste initiated himself to sculpture along with his older brother...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Classical Greek Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Large Classical Semi Nude Bronze Figures Mounted on Marble Pedestal, circa 1880
Large Classical Semi Nude Bronze Figures Mounted on Marble Pedestal, circa 1880

Large Classical Semi Nude Bronze Figures Mounted on Marble Pedestal, circa 1880

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A very impressive classical 19th century bronze statue of god like semi-nude figures reaching for the sky, with a hound at their feet. Mounted on an impressive rouge marble pedestal...

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19th Century French Antique Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Classical 19th Century Bronze of Mother and Child
Classical 19th Century Bronze of Mother and Child

Classical 19th Century Bronze of Mother and Child

Located in Brighton, Sussex

An enchanting classical 19th century patinated bronze statue of a semi clad seated maiden feeding water to a young cherub.  

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19th Century French Antique Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Pair Ormolu and Bronze Candelabra, Early 19th Century
Pair Ormolu and Bronze Candelabra, Early 19th Century

Pair Ormolu and Bronze Candelabra, Early 19th Century

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A pair of 18th century style gilded ormolu and patinated bronze three branch candelabra, each with a classical kneeling putti supporting scrolling foliate candelabra with urn like sc...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Classical Greek Decorative Objects

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Bronze, Ormolu

19th Century Bronzed Vase / Lamp of the Goddess Amphitrite
19th Century Bronzed Vase / Lamp of the Goddess Amphitrite

19th Century Bronzed Vase / Lamp of the Goddess Amphitrite

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A wonderfully impressive 19th century bronzed spelter vase depicting the Ancient Greek sea goddess amphitrite with a sea urchin and cherubs around her.

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Late 19th Century French Antique Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Spelter

Myla Vase 1089 - white porcelain
Myla Vase 1089 - white porcelain

Myla Vase 1089 - white porcelain

Located in London, GB

Myla Vase Crafted from fine white porcelain, the Myla vase draws its inspiration from ancient Grecian water jars, reinterpreted in a graceful urn-style form. The rounded body rests e...

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2010s Portuguese Classical Greek Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Jacques Louis KESSLER, Pair of Vases Engraved Using the Kessler Process
Jacques Louis KESSLER, Pair of Vases Engraved Using the Kessler Process

Jacques Louis KESSLER, Pair of Vases Engraved Using the Kessler Process

By Kessler Industries

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

This pair of vases, crafted in the 19th century, was made using a technique developed by engineer Jacques Louis Kessler in 1855 and patented in 1858. The decoration of these two vases, made of double-layered crystal (blue on the outside and transparent on the inside), was achieved using Kessler’s engraving process. This innovative method utilized alkaline fluorides mixed with acids and a system of stencils, allowing for an immediate contrast between a bright, colored design and a matt background. The Baccarat crystal manufacturer later acquired exclusive rights to this patented process, which brought them widespread acclaim during the 1867 Paris Exhibition. These baluster-shaped vases feature neo-Greek ornamentation, alternating between blue-toned designs and matt crystal. Their clean, elegant lines are accented by several ornamental blue crystal bands. The decoration is composed of three primary scenes: the first depicts two combatants. The second portrays a winged Victory holding a palm in one hand while crowning a resting warrior with laurel in the other; the warrior stands before her. The third depicts three figures: a woman playing the lyre for a king holding a long scepter, with a young ephebe standing behind him. The scenes are separated by depictions of weapon trophies. The iconography draws inspiration from scenes commonly found on ancient Greek vases, while emphasizing the fluidity of the figures’ movements and features. Each vase rests on a circular mount supported by four spheres, with one vase bearing the number “2” engraved under its base. When Baccarat acquired the rights to Kessler’s technique, the company used it to create similar pieces, incorporating this innovative method into its repertoire. At the 1867 Paris Exhibition, Baccarat showcased a celestial blue crystal punch bowl and matching glasses engraved using this process; this set is now housed at the Corning Museum of Glass. The Galerie Marc Maison...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Life-Size Bronze Greek Discus Olympian Statue, 20th Century
Life-Size Bronze Greek Discus Olympian Statue, 20th Century

Life-Size Bronze Greek Discus Olympian Statue, 20th Century

Located in GB

A 20th century life-size, strong, bronze figure of a Greek Olympian throwing the discus during his spin. This large bronze stands over 5.5 feet tall. The quality is exceptional, with...

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20th Century European Classical Greek Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Ceramic Sculptural Ring by Andrea Salvatori Contemporary 21st Century, Art Jewel
Ceramic Sculptural Ring by Andrea Salvatori Contemporary 21st Century, Art Jewel

Ceramic Sculptural Ring by Andrea Salvatori Contemporary 21st Century, Art Jewel

By Andrea Salvatori

Located in London, GB

"Ring Grace", unique piece, 2017 glazed earthenware A Ring Thing collection A small chair, a miniature moon, a Philipp Stark's squeezer or the anatomical details of Michelangelo’...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Earthenware

Bronze Sculptured Athenian Scribe on Variegated Agate Pen Tray
Bronze Sculptured Athenian Scribe on Variegated Agate Pen Tray

Bronze Sculptured Athenian Scribe on Variegated Agate Pen Tray

Located in Asheville, NC

Bronze sculpted figure Athena, Goddess of Wisdom, is seated with two scrolls, one in hand the other placed upon nearby column, is classically dressed in robe with empire bow and hair...

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20th Century Italian Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Black Asclepius Statue Made with Compressed Marble Powder 'Ephesus Museum'
Black Asclepius Statue Made with Compressed Marble Powder 'Ephesus Museum'

Black Asclepius Statue Made with Compressed Marble Powder 'Ephesus Museum'

By LAGU

Located in İSTANBUL, TR

Asclepius is known as the god of "medicine, healing and rejuvenation" in Greek mythology. Asclepius, who was believed to have found immortality, was therefore punished by being kille...

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Statuary Marble

Eros Bust Statue Made with Compressed Marble Powder / Istanbul Museum
Eros Bust Statue Made with Compressed Marble Powder / Istanbul Museum

Eros Bust Statue Made with Compressed Marble Powder / Istanbul Museum

By LAGU

Located in İSTANBUL, TR

Eros is the Greek god of love and desire. In ancient Greek, four separate words were used for love or amity one of which being “Eros” which meant passionate love. Eros, who is accep...

Category

2010s Turkish Classical Greek Decorative Objects

Materials

Statuary Marble

Classical Greek decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Classical Greek decorative objects 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 decorative objects created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, building and garden elements, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with stone, marble and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Classical Greek decorative objects made in a specific country, there are Europe, Asia, and West Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include LAGU, Cathryn Shilling, Andrea Salvatori, and August Moreau. 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 decorative objects differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $45 and tops out at $155,000 while the average work can sell for $1,777.