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Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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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Style: Neoclassical
Pair of Hurricanes with Cut and Polished Stars
Pair of Hurricanes with Cut and Polished Stars

Pair of Hurricanes with Cut and Polished Stars

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

A stunning and rare pair of vintage glass hurricane shades, each meticulously hand-cut and polished with 24 radiant star motifs encircling the glass. The precision of the cuts and th...

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1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Cut Glass

French Plaster Dark Hermès Bust
French Plaster Dark Hermès Bust

French Plaster Dark Hermès Bust

Located in New York, NY

A finely cast plaster bust depicting Hermès (Mercury), modeled after a 4th-century BC Greek original. The head is crisply detailed—tight curls, subtly parted lips, and a confident d...

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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Plaster

Swiss Gold and Enamel Musical Vinaigrette
Swiss Gold and Enamel Musical Vinaigrette

Swiss Gold and Enamel Musical Vinaigrette

Located in New Orleans, LA

A musical movement distinguishes this wonderful early 19th-century gold vinaigrette box. The vessel is covered in delicate engraving highlighted by bl...

Category

19th Century Swiss Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Antique Carved Wooden Leaf Mould Ex. Tucker Collection
Antique Carved Wooden Leaf Mould Ex. Tucker Collection

Antique Carved Wooden Leaf Mould Ex. Tucker Collection

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A mounted antique carved wooden floral mould from the Tucker collection. This is one of many moulds we are selling from this vast collection assembled by British make-up artist, Chri...

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Mid-18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Boxwood, Fruitwood

Vintage Cloisonné Enamel Heart Ornament on Brass, 1990 Decorative Gift
Vintage Cloisonné Enamel Heart Ornament on Brass, 1990 Decorative Gift

Vintage Cloisonné Enamel Heart Ornament on Brass, 1990 Decorative Gift

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Vintage polychrome enamel cloisonné on brass Valentines Heart ornament. Great decorative pieces or memorable gift.

Category

1990s American Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Austrian Biedermeier Clock, Alabaster Columns, Chimes
Austrian Biedermeier Clock, Alabaster Columns, Chimes

Austrian Biedermeier Clock, Alabaster Columns, Chimes

Located in San Francisco, CA

A lovely and very manly neoclassic styled clock, in working order. The case is mahogany with ebony details, alabaster columns with bronze fittings, all in front of a three panel age...

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19th Century Austrian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Alabaster

Pair of Russian Malachite Tazze by the Imperial Lapidary Works
Pair of Russian Malachite Tazze by the Imperial Lapidary Works

Pair of Russian Malachite Tazze by the Imperial Lapidary Works

Located in New Orleans, LA

Pair of Russian Malachite Tazze Imperial Lapidary Works Circa 1830 A magnificent example of early 19th-century Russian craftsmanship, this pair of malachite tazze was created by the Imperial Lapidary Works of Ekaterinburg, circa 1830. These works exemplify the period when malachite emerged as the principal decorative material in Russian hardstone...

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19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Malachite

Sterling Silver Wine Bottle Coaster or Jewelry Dish, Circa Early-20th Century
Sterling Silver Wine Bottle Coaster or Jewelry Dish, Circa Early-20th Century

Sterling Silver Wine Bottle Coaster or Jewelry Dish, Circa Early-20th Century

By Frank M. Whiting & Company

Located in New York, NY

A sterling silver and cut‑glass wine bottle coaster by Frank M. Whiting Co., circa early 20th century, Massachusetts, USA. The coaster features a finely cut-glass base with a starbu...

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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Large Neoclassical Alabaster Campagna-Shaped Vase
Large Neoclassical Alabaster Campagna-Shaped Vase

Large Neoclassical Alabaster Campagna-Shaped Vase

Located in London, GB

A large alabaster campagna-shaped vase Continental, 20th century Measures: Height 34.5cm, diameter 24cm In a distilled neoclassical style in the so-called campagna shape, this fine vase is made from alabaster, a fine-grained, white, and lightly tinted type of gypsum. It was made as mineral specimen vase...

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20th Century European Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Alabaster

French Neoclassical Silverplated Bronze Mounted Crystal Newel Post
French Neoclassical Silverplated Bronze Mounted Crystal Newel Post

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, ...

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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Wedgwood blue and white jasperware candlestick
Wedgwood blue and white jasperware candlestick

Wedgwood blue and white jasperware candlestick

By Wedgwood

Located in GRENOBLE, FR

A fine Wedgwood jasperware candlestick, neoclassical style item decorated with white antique-style characters and trees on a sky-blue backgroun...

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Mid-20th Century British Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

6 West Germany Easter Eggs Paper Mache
6 West Germany Easter Eggs Paper Mache

6 West Germany Easter Eggs Paper Mache

$248Sale Price / set|20% Off

6 West Germany Easter Eggs Paper Mache

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Set of 6 nesting West Germany Easter eggs paper mache. Collectible

Category

1950s German Vintage Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Paper

Pair of Antique Italian Earthenware Lions
Pair of Antique Italian Earthenware Lions

Pair of Antique Italian Earthenware Lions

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Antique Italian true pair of lions crafted in terra cotta, decorated, glazed and forever in repose.

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Pair of Antique French Neoclassical Style Urns
Pair of Antique French Neoclassical Style Urns

Pair of Antique French Neoclassical Style Urns

Located in Houston, TX

Pair of antique French Neoclassical style Urns. Great pair of 19th century French Neoclassical style bronzed metal urns on marble bases. These stunning antique French Grecian style u...

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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Spelter

Tiffany Edwardian Georgian Pierced Sterling Silver Sugar Basket
Tiffany Edwardian Georgian Pierced Sterling Silver Sugar Basket

Tiffany Edwardian Georgian Pierced Sterling Silver Sugar Basket

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Edwardian Georgian sterling silver sugar basket. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1910. Bowl round and pierced; c-scroll swing handle and raised and stepped foot. Detachable cob...

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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Beautiful Elegant Crystal Vase by Moser Stamped
Beautiful Elegant Crystal Vase by Moser Stamped

Beautiful Elegant Crystal Vase by Moser Stamped

By Moser

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful Elegant Crystal vase by Moser circa 1980's, excellent condition no chips or scratches gorgeous design.

Category

20th Century Czech Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

A Set of 4 Neoclassical Style Polished Stone Spheres, Early 20th Century
A Set of 4 Neoclassical Style Polished Stone Spheres, Early 20th Century

A Set of 4 Neoclassical Style Polished Stone Spheres, Early 20th Century

Located in ARMADALE, VIC

A Set of 4 Neoclassical Style Polished Stone Spheres, Early 20th Century Description: Resting on ebonized socle bases. Wear commensurate with age and use. Provenance: Private Austr...

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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

Pair of Antique Jacob Petit Type French Porcelain Figural Perfume Bottles
Pair of Antique Jacob Petit Type French Porcelain Figural Perfume Bottles

Pair of Antique Jacob Petit Type French Porcelain Figural Perfume Bottles

By Jacob Petit, Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine pair of French porcelain figural perfume bottles. Each in the form of a lady - one is garbed in a pink dress with green shawl and the other in yellow dress with red shawl. Both rest atop a rectangular plinth with gilt accents. Simply a wonderful pair of Jacob Petit type figurines! Date: Early 19th Century Overall Condition: They are in overall fair, as-pictured, used estate condition. Condition Details: Each lacks its figural stopper (likely hats), there are chips and losses to the bases of each (especially at the corners), and each has rubbing to the gold throughout. Otherwise, there are some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age. Measurements: Pink & Green Figurine...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Wedgwood Green Dip Tricolor Snake Handled Vase
Wedgwood Green Dip Tricolor Snake Handled Vase

Wedgwood Green Dip Tricolor Snake Handled Vase

By Wedgwood

Located in New Orleans, LA

Tricolor jasperware was one of Wedgwood’s most celebrated innovations, and this exquisitely rare vase is an extraordinary example of this wondrous ...

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19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Neoclassical Style Composition Plaque
Neoclassical Style Composition Plaque

Neoclassical Style Composition Plaque

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

An Neoclassical composition plaque, from the Tucker collection, made by British make-up artist Christopher Tucker. This decorative piece is a copy of a Georgian chimney piece, origi...

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Late 20th Century English Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Composition, Metal, Steel

Bronze Young Man Sculpture
Bronze Young Man Sculpture

Bronze Young Man Sculpture

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This striking bronze sculpture portrays a young boy in a moment of poised concentration, just before releasing his sling. The piece captures silent tension and inner focus with remar...

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1920s English Vintage Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Antique French Mirrored Wall Sconces
Pair of Antique French Mirrored Wall Sconces

Pair of Antique French Mirrored Wall Sconces

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Impressive pair of neoclassical 19th century French wall sconces crafted with a beveled mirrored backplate with reverse etched architectural designs and a perfectly aged oxidized fin...

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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Patinated Bronze Figure of Amazon Warrior, or Armed Athena E. Hébert & V Pillard
Patinated Bronze Figure of Amazon Warrior, or Armed Athena E. Hébert & V Pillard

Patinated Bronze Figure of Amazon Warrior, or Armed Athena E. Hébert & V Pillard

Located in New York, NY

Amazon Warrior, or Armed Athena
model c. 1860–1872
Pierre-Eugène-Emile Hébert
Artist, French, 1828–1893
Cast by Victor Paillard, Paris The bronze depicts Athena standing with a spea...

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1870s French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

19th Century, Copeland Neoclassical Parianware "3 Graces" Centerpiece C. 1880
19th Century, Copeland Neoclassical Parianware "3 Graces" Centerpiece C. 1880

19th Century, Copeland Neoclassical Parianware "3 Graces" Centerpiece C. 1880

By Copeland

Located in Atlanta, GA

The centerpiece is modeled entirely in creamy Parian with a soft, satin sheen that reads like finely waxed marble. Three full-length maidens stand shoulder to shoulder on a trefoil p...

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Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Bronze Lincoln Bookend or Doorstop, in the Style of Victor David Brenner
Bronze Lincoln Bookend or Doorstop, in the Style of Victor David Brenner

Bronze Lincoln Bookend or Doorstop, in the Style of Victor David Brenner

By Victor David Brenner

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Finely Cast Bronze Abraham Lincoln Profile Bust Bookend or Doorstop, in the Style of Victor David Brenner, ca. 1930s Bronze Lincoln Bookend or Doorst...

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20th Century American Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze, Steel

Late 18th/19th Century French Empire Mantle Clock By Parisian Clockmaker Lepaute
Late 18th/19th Century French Empire Mantle Clock By Parisian Clockmaker Lepaute

Late 18th/19th Century French Empire Mantle Clock By Parisian Clockmaker Lepaute

By Lepaute

Located in Dublin, IE

A Fine & Most Impressive French Gilt, Patinated Bronze and White Marble Mantel Clock by Lepaute of Paris, France. Of impressive scale and refined Neoclassical design, the circular white enamel dial signed Lepaute à Paris within a gilt-bronze bezel surmounted by a finely cast and chased gilt bronze eagle with outspread wings perched on a laurel wreath. The clock flanked by two seated classical figures in dark patinated bronze, each reading from an open book, symbolising Knowledge and Wisdom. The central plinth panel finely cast with cherubs in relief, set upon a rectangular white marble base mounted with ormolu friezes of scrolling foliage and masks, raised on toupie feet. The Lepaute family were among the most renowned horologists of the late 18th and early 19th centuries, supplying timepieces to the French royal court and many important clients of the Empire period. The fine casting and crisp chasing of this example, combined with its balanced architectural design, exemplify the high quality of Parisian clockmaking of the period. Circa 1800-1810 France Condition: Excellent overall condition with minor wear to gilding consistent with age. Movement complete and of fine quality. Fully serviced and in working order. Key present. Biography: Jean André Lepaute...

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Early 1800s French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Grand Ormolu and Marble Clock Set by Raingo Frères and Salmson
Grand Ormolu and Marble Clock Set by Raingo Frères and Salmson

Grand Ormolu and Marble Clock Set by Raingo Frères and Salmson

By Raingo Frères

Located in London, GB

Grand ormolu and marble clock set by Raingo Frères and Salmson French, Late 19th Century Clock: Height 69cm, width 81cm, depth 23cm Candelabra: Height 80cm, width 34cm, depth 34cm This elegant clock set was created by Raingo Frères and Jean Jules Salmson (French, 1823–1902). Raingo Frères, founded in 1832, was famous for its astronomical clocks, one of which is now in the Windsor Castle collection. The set is complemented by bronzes from the renowned sculptor Salmson, a regular exhibitor at the Paris Salon. The garniture includes a central mantel clock and two matching eight-light candelabra, all expertly crafted from ormolu and white marble. The clock features a central column topped with a finely detailed sculptural group of bacchantes holding grapevine garlands, with cherubs draping them over large vases. The white enamel dial is framed by an acanthus ormolu mount and rests on a base with twin ormolu lion feet. The candelabra mirrors...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Goerz Tenax Folding Medium Format Roll Film With A Zeiss Ikon Compur With C.P.G
Goerz Tenax Folding Medium Format Roll Film With A Zeiss Ikon Compur With C.P.G

Goerz Tenax Folding Medium Format Roll Film With A Zeiss Ikon Compur With C.P.G

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Goerz Tenax Folding Medium Format Roll Film With A Zeiss Ikon Compur With C.P.Goerz Berlin Dogmar 12.5cm F6.3 Prime Lens With A Leather Case Shutter speed 1 - 1/250 Takes 6.5 x 4 c...

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Early 20th Century German Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Leather, Glass

Pair of French 19th Century Neoclassical Style Ormolu and Marble Statues
Pair of French 19th Century Neoclassical Style Ormolu and Marble Statues

Pair of French 19th Century Neoclassical Style Ormolu and Marble Statues

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A striking and high quality pair of French 19th century Neo-Classical st. ormolu, black Porphyry and fossilized marble statues of Minerva and Hermes. Each statue is raised by a beaut...

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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Neoclassical Parrot Sculptures on Pedestals, Italy, 19th Century
Neoclassical Parrot Sculptures on Pedestals, Italy, 19th Century

Neoclassical Parrot Sculptures on Pedestals, Italy, 19th Century

Located in Antwerp, BE

These Italian decorative sculptures, likely dating from the late 19th century, each depict a parrot perched atop an ornate pedestal. Carved from wood and finished with hand-painted s...

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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Plaster

Bronze Figurative Protection Sculpture by Hippolyte François Moreau, 19th C.
Bronze Figurative Protection Sculpture by Hippolyte François Moreau, 19th C.

Bronze Figurative Protection Sculpture by Hippolyte François Moreau, 19th C.

By Hippolyte François Moreau

Located in Lisbon, PT

A bronze tabletop sculpture, two girls with the loose tunic in the wind hugging each other - Persephone the Goddess of Protection embraces the smallest girl in an act of protection. ...

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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Pair French Green Painted Tole Cachepots or Platnern
Pair French Green Painted Tole Cachepots or Platnern

Pair French Green Painted Tole Cachepots or Platnern

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

This handsome pair of French tole cachepots feature hand painted Classical landscapes, and gilt brass loin head and ring handles.

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Tôle

Antique French Sevres Style Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock
Antique French Sevres Style Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

Antique French Sevres Style Porcelain and Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

Located in London, GB

The combination of sumptuous, lustrous ormolu and finely decorated Sevres style porcelain makes this mantel clock an exceptional piece. Built in France and retailed by the prestigiou...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

Thomas Webb & Sons Syrena Cameo Vase by George Woodall
Thomas Webb & Sons Syrena Cameo Vase by George Woodall

Thomas Webb & Sons Syrena Cameo Vase by George Woodall

By George Woodall, Thomas Webb & Sons

Located in New Orleans, LA

Of all the glassworks created in the second half of the 19th century, the most difficult to perfect were those done in cameo. Very few artisans ever achieved success in hand-crafting...

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20th Century English Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Spode Copeland Jardiniere Blue and White Transferware with Gilt
Spode Copeland Jardiniere Blue and White Transferware with Gilt

Spode Copeland Jardiniere Blue and White Transferware with Gilt

By Copeland Spode

Located in Worcester Park, GB

A beautiful example of classic English transferware, this vintage Spode Copeland Italian cachepot features the maker's iconic 1816 ‘Italian’ pattern—rend...

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Mid-20th Century English Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware

Pair of Late 19th Century Neoclassical Gilt Bronze 4-Arms Candelabras, France
Pair of Late 19th Century Neoclassical Gilt Bronze 4-Arms Candelabras, France

Pair of Late 19th Century Neoclassical Gilt Bronze 4-Arms Candelabras, France

Located in North Miami, FL

Pair of late 19th century Neoclassical gilt bronze/ormolu 4-Arms candelabras, France By: unknown Material: bronze, copper, tin, metal, ormolu Technique: cast, molded, polished, meta...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal, Bronze, Copper, Ormolu, Tin

19th Century Italian Silver Gilt Neoclassical Hand-Carved Candlesticks
19th Century Italian Silver Gilt Neoclassical Hand-Carved Candlesticks

19th Century Italian Silver Gilt Neoclassical Hand-Carved Candlesticks

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A Pair of 19-century Italian silver gilt candlesticks standing on a tripod-footed base with iron prickets that represents a luxurious blend of elegance and practicality, characterist...

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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver Leaf

Very Large Ormolu Marble Regulator Calendar Mantle Clock Barbedienne
Very Large Ormolu Marble Regulator Calendar Mantle Clock Barbedienne

Very Large Ormolu Marble Regulator Calendar Mantle Clock Barbedienne

Very Large Ormolu Marble Regulator Calendar Mantle Clock Barbedienne French, Late 19th Century Height 121cm, width 64cm, depth 28cm Expertly produced in France during the final de...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Griotte Marble, Enamel, Ormolu

Antique Signed Georg Drewes German Neoclassical Silver & Cut Glass Basket
Antique Signed Georg Drewes German Neoclassical Silver & Cut Glass Basket

Antique Signed Georg Drewes German Neoclassical Silver & Cut Glass Basket

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine Neoclassical footed basket or confectionary stand. By Georg Drewes. In solid silver with a cut glass insert. Comprising a solid silver stand with a split swing handle abov...

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Early 19th Century German Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver

Light Blue and Gray Ceramic Majolica Amphora Hand Painted Francois Boucher Italy
Light Blue and Gray Ceramic Majolica Amphora Hand Painted Francois Boucher Italy

Light Blue and Gray Ceramic Majolica Amphora Hand Painted Francois Boucher Italy

Located in Recanati, IT

Large ceramic amphora with handles, made and painted entirely by hand, central Italy production, year 2009. The decoration on the vase is a reproduction of a painting by Francois Bou...

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Early 2000s Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

19th C. French Provencal Glazed Terracotta Olive Oil Jar with Handles and Spout
19th C. French Provencal Glazed Terracotta Olive Oil Jar with Handles and Spout

19th C. French Provencal Glazed Terracotta Olive Oil Jar with Handles and Spout

Located in Dallas, TX

This impressive antique French glazed terracotta olive oil jar was crafted in Provence, Southern France, circa 1870. Traditionally used for the storage and dispensing of oil, the vessel embodies the classic ovoid form associated with 19th century Provençal jarres à huile, featuring a full rounded body that rises to a short collar neck and tapers to a narrow foot. Two sturdy vertical strap handles are applied high at the shoulder for balanced lifting, and the jar retains its original molded ceramic spout near the base, designed for controlled decanting into smaller vessels. The surface is dressed in a richly variegated honey and deep ochre glaze, generously applied across the upper body and thinning organically toward the lower section, allowing the warm terracotta ground to emerge. Visible throwing rings, natural glaze runs, kiln speckling, and mineral deposits attest to its hand-thrown construction and authentic utilitarian past. Honest chips, glaze losses, and surface wear throughout reinforce its genuine antique character and rustic Provençal appeal. Impressive in both scale and silhouette, this antique French oil jar...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Earthenware, Terracotta

Italian Neoclassical Style Hand-Carved Alabaster Sculpture, 19 Century
Italian Neoclassical Style Hand-Carved Alabaster Sculpture, 19 Century

Italian Neoclassical Style Hand-Carved Alabaster Sculpture, 19 Century

Located in Cypress, CA

Fine Italian neoclassical style hand-carved white Alabaster sculpture depicting a standing maiden dressed in neoclassical garments/ leaned on an architectural pedestal, portraying a ...

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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Alabaster

Neoclassical Brass Paw Foot Candlestick Holders, Pair
Neoclassical Brass Paw Foot Candlestick Holders, Pair

Neoclassical Brass Paw Foot Candlestick Holders, Pair

Located in Elkhart, IN

A gorgeous pair of Neoclassical style brass candle holders with paw feet circa Mid-20th century Measures: 5.25"W x 5.25"D x 8.75"H. Good original vintage condition. Patina e...

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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Pair Bronze Female Bust Sculptures After Pierre Louis Detrier (1822-1897)
Pair Bronze Female Bust Sculptures After Pierre Louis Detrier (1822-1897)

Pair Bronze Female Bust Sculptures After Pierre Louis Detrier (1822-1897)

By Etienne-Henri Dumaige

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional pair of large antique (late 19th century) patinated bronze busts mounted on rouge marble bases depicting lovely female maidens after the original models by the French mas...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Ferdinand Barbedienne Bronze Sculpture of Ariadne, Circa 1850-1860
Ferdinand Barbedienne Bronze Sculpture of Ariadne, Circa 1850-1860

Ferdinand Barbedienne Bronze Sculpture of Ariadne, Circa 1850-1860

By Ferdinand Barbedienne

Located in MADRID, ES

Beautiful 19th-century French patinated bronze sculpture depicting Ariane Endormie (Sleeping Ariadne). Dimensions: 61 cm long x 47 cm high x 20 cm deep. On the reverse, the sculptu...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Rams Head Tazza Style Coade Stone Urn
Rams Head Tazza Style Coade Stone Urn

Rams Head Tazza Style Coade Stone Urn

By Eleanor Coade

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A small English rams head urn in ‘tazza’ style attributed to Coade (unmarked) circa 1790. Dating from the Georgian era, this urn has a neoclassical look, well modelled with a pair of...

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Late 18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Coade Stone

Six Bronzed Wood Decorative Columns
Six Bronzed Wood Decorative Columns

Six Bronzed Wood Decorative Columns

Located in Hanover, MA

Set of six decorative Ionic and Corinthian columns made of carved wood that has been accentuated with bronze colored leaf. These were used as merchandising display props at Boston’s ...

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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

19th Century Grand Tour Neoclassical Urn
19th Century Grand Tour Neoclassical Urn

19th Century Grand Tour Neoclassical Urn

Located in Ongar, GB

A nice 19th century grand tour neoclassical spelter urn on a wooden ebonised base. It does have a small old repair on one handle but hardly noticeab...

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Mid-19th Century Greek Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Spelter

Antique Neoclassical Style Oval Photo Picture Frame Hanging Standing Home Decor
Antique Neoclassical Style Oval Photo Picture Frame Hanging Standing Home Decor

Antique Neoclassical Style Oval Photo Picture Frame Hanging Standing Home Decor

Located in Greven, DE

Antique Neoclassical Style Oval Photo Picture Frame Hanging Standing Home Decor Continental Glass, wood, metal c. 1900 Dimensions: H x D: 15.5cm x 10cm (external) 13cm x 8.2cm ...

Category

Early 20th Century Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Original Meissen Heart-Squeezing Cherub Hand Painted Porcelain
Original Meissen Heart-Squeezing Cherub Hand Painted Porcelain

Original Meissen Heart-Squeezing Cherub Hand Painted Porcelain

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

This is a beautiful figurine of a flush little cherub. He is sat on a grassy hill, squeezing two hearts together representing the merging of two people's loves and the possible agony...

Category

Late 19th Century German Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Historistic Candle Holder Vienna around 1890s
Historistic Candle Holder Vienna around 1890s

Historistic Candle Holder Vienna around 1890s

Located in Wien, AT

Historistic candle holder Vienna around 1890s Brass polished and stove enamelled.

Category

1890s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

18th Century Carved Wooden Representing Christ on the Cross
18th Century Carved Wooden Representing Christ on the Cross

18th Century Carved Wooden Representing Christ on the Cross

Located in Miami, FL

Carved wooden representing Christ on the cross.

Category

Late 18th Century Spanish Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Paint

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