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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.

Find antique neoclassical furniture today on 1stDibs.

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Style: Neoclassical
18th Century French Frame with Modern Contemporary Art
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The 18th century French frame is of gold and silver leaf, and restored to bring it to its former glory. The painting inside is of the 21st century and signed by the artist; having st...
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18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf

Maitland Smith Heavy Bronze Neoclassical Cherub Sunflower Urn Compote Box 12"
Located in Dayton, OH
Rare vintage Maitland Smith bronze lidded and footed urn / compote featuring a low round form on paw feet, decorated with a Greek / Grecian design of cherubs in high relief, with a l...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Black Basalt Tea Caddy, 1st half 19th century
Located in Greding, DE
Cylindrical tea caddy made of black basalt with silver mounting and figural nodus.
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Early 19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Silver

Antique French Neoclassical Parian Porcelain Bust of Michaelangelo's David C1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique French Neoclassical Parian Porcelain Bust of Michaelangelo's David C1900 Measures- 17''H x 9.75''W x 6''D
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Pair of Lidded Cast Limestone Greek Key Urns from Southern Italy
Located in Dallas, TX
Hand-cast by truly skilled Southern Italian artisans, this pair of lidded limestone urns are in the Neoclassical style. Each urn is a testament to the artistry of hand casting, esche...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Stone, Cast Stone, Cement, Limestone

Neoclassical Rococo Reticulated Foliate Gilt Bronze Cameo Letter Holder 20thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
Neoclassical Rococo Reticulated Foliate Form Gilt Bronze Letter Holder with Cameo, 20thC Measures- 11.5''H x 10''W x 4.5''D
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20th Century Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Neoclassical Style Marble Head
Located in Southall, GB
A beautifully carved marble head in the classical style with clear features, full lips and hair. This piece has a lovely aged look to it and warm colour. It would look delightful a...
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Late 20th Century European Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Marble

Classical Style Marble Head
Located in Southall, GB
Beautifully hand carved marble head. The carving is well executed with clear features including curling hair and aquiline nose. Wearing a helmet carved as wildcat skin. This piece ...
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Late 19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Marble

NeoClassical Style Carved Head In Stone
Located in Southall, GB
A wonderfully hand carved rough stone head in a classical style. This piece would make a fantastic centrepiece or talking point.
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Late 20th Century European Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Stone

Antique Life Size Religious Sculpture Saint Thérèse of Lisieux
Located in Buxton, GB
This Fantastic large religious sculpture of Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, is from lacquered plaster and stands at 135cm high. The plaster has been Polychromed, and to the base of the st...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Plaster

"Panther Hunter" Danish Sculpture Neoclassical Statue Jens Adolph Jerichau 1846
By Jens Adolf Jerichau
Located in Portland, OR
"The Panther Hunter", a sculpture by Danish artist Jens Adolph Jerichau (1816-1883). The Panther Hunter gave Danish artist Jens Adolph Jerichau his international breakthrough, brin...
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1840s Danish Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Brass

19th Century Large Religious Statue Our Lady of Purgatory
Located in Buxton, GB
*RARE* We offer for sale this Fantastic Shrine Statue from a Parisian Church This exquisite statue of Our Lady of Purgatory is a masterpiece of religious art. Created in France duri...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Natural Fiber, Plaster, Paint

Antique Italian Wooden Bust of Apollo Belvedere, 19th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
After the famous Apollo Belvedere marble statue (dating to Rome, mid-2nd century), this wooden bust of the Roman/Greek god was hand-carved in Italy during the 1800s. The marble is it...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Wood

Antique Neoclassical Bronze Oil Lamp with Floral Ripple Glass Shade C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Neoclassical Bronze Oil Lamp with Fluted & Flared Base, Pressed Glass Font and Floral Ripple Glass Shade C1890 Measures- 30''H x 6.75''W x 6.75''D
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Late 19th Century Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Vintage Wedgewood 8" Round Imperial Black Basalt Footed Bowl
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a stunning footed bowl from Wedgwood, crafted in England, dating back to the 1960s. Wedgwood stands as a pillar in the British ceramics industry, having...
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1960s English Vintage Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

19th Century Russian Silver & Cut Glass Swing-Handled Basket
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th-century Russian silver and cut glass swing-handled basket Russia, circa 1880 Stamped in a rectangular cartouche. 875 grade  Immerse yourself in the opulence of 19th-century Rus...
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19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Sterling Silver

Pair of 18th Century Italian Silver Gilt Wood Pricket Candlesticks
Located in Pearland, TX
A stunning pair of antique 18th-Century Italian silvered wood tripod pricket altar candlesticks. These gorgeous cathedral candlesticks are a nice large size, silver gilded and ornate...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Wood

Vintage Classical Plaster Male Bust of Hermes Sculpture
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous cast plaster Neoclassical Grand Tour style male head bust of Hermes sculpture USA, Late 20th Century Measures: 8"W x 5"D x 13.25"H. Good original vintage condition.
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Plaster

Antique Marble Bust of Venus
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique over life-size bust of Venus. Thanks to her scale, this Neoclassical style handcarved marble sculpture of Venus, Roman goddess of love and beauty, is very striking. Charac...
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Early 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Marble, Statuary Marble

Bronze Horse Jockey Equestrian Racing Trophy Statue After Pierre Jules Mene 10"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage horse trophy / statue / sculpture. Made of bronze featuring an oval marble base and plaque from the Dehere Member Guest tournament at Due Process Golf Club and Stables in Colts Neck...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Marble, Bronze

Bronze Horse Jockey Equestrian Racing Trophy Statue After Pierre Jules Mene 10"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage horse trophy / statue / sculpture. Made of bronze featuring an oval marble base and plaque from the Dehere Member Guest Invitational tournament (combined net aggregate win) at Due Process Golf Club and Stables in Colts Neck...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Marble, Bronze

Large Pair of Neoclassical Sterling Silver Column-Form Candlesticks
Located in New York, NY
Large pair of Neoclassical (made in the Victorian Period), sterling silver column-form candlesticks, Sheffield, England, year-hallmarked for 1898, Henry Wigful - maker. Each candlestick measures 11 1/6 inches high x 5 1/4 inches deep x 5 1/4 inches wide. Columns are swirled in design. The capital of each column is designed with acanthus leaves. The base of each candlestick is decorated with profiles of the Green Man (a good luck symbol...
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1890s English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

PAIR OF ANTIQUE FRNECH GILDED BRONZE EWER VASES, 19th CENTURY
Located in Rostock, MV
A very rare pair of antique French neo-classical gilded bronze ewer vases from the 19th century. These ewers, created in the mid-19th century, are wonderful examples of the revival ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Bronze

19th Century Pair Ceramic Busts
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th Century Pair Ceramic Busts depicting the Greek figures Aphrodite and Homer, both giving the illusion of aged stone. The bust of Homer is based on a much-restored Roman copy of ...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

19th Century French Small Bronze Sculptures Dionysus & Ariadne
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
19th Century French Small Bronze Sculptures Dionysus & Ariadne
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Scent, or Perfume, Bottle, in Pale Blue Jasperware, Wedgwood C1790
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A scent bottle in pale blue jasperware, with original silver lid. Decorated with Venus and Cupid, as allegories of Night - the one shedding poppies, the other drawing the veil of s...
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Late 18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Stoneware

French Late 18th Century Neoclassical Grey Marble Angel Head
Located in Buisson, FR
Unique and wonderful hand carved grey marble angel head, France, circa 1780-1800. Beautiful weathered. Measurement includes the wooden base.
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Late 18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Marble

Pair of Porcelain, Cloisonné, Bronze Vases, France, circa 1900
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Pair of porcelain, cloisonné and bronze vases, France, around 1900 Pair of Sevres porcelain vases with bronze, cloisonne, hand painted with a beautiful flower design and both the bas...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Neoclassical George III Period Pair of Candlesticks - Hallmarked in 1790
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1790 by John Parsons & Co., this handsome pair of George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Candlesticks, are in the neoclassical style, with bright cut e...
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1790s English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Sterling Silver

English Delft Campana Vase, C1760
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A rare, large vase in a classical shape, decorated with figures in a landscape. Large pieces of delftware are not often found. See CIRC 43-1963 in the V&A for a similar example.
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Mid-18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Victoriaware campana Vase in White with Gilt Decoration. Wedgwood C1880.
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A campana vase in white & gilt Victoriaware. Victoriaware was a mixture of parian and creamware, used to create these extraordinary vases featuring Sevres-style decoration on classic...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Other

Pair Mid-century Pressed Glass Candle Holders
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Solid glass candle holders from the pressed glass era (1930-1950). Solid, and pure in their simplicity.
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Small Rare Late 18th Century French Pewter Neoclassical Panel
Located in Buisson, FR
Gorgeous and beautiful weathered small pewter treasure. Great and rare pewter panel depicting a neoclassical scene. France circa 1780 Weathered and small losses. measurements include...
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18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Pewter

Campana Vase, Victoriaware Wedgwood, circa 1880
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A campana vase in white & gilt Victoriaware. Very French in style, the decoration being a copy of Sevres. It works surprisingly well on the neoclassical shape.
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Antique Westerwald Pottery Vase Neoclassic Lady Figure Very Fine Stoneware
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Antique Westerwald pottery vase with Neoclassical figure heads A very decorative stoneware vase in...
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20th Century German Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Pair of Flaxman Ewers in Black Basalt. Wedgwood C1830.
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
One of the iconic early wedgwood pieces, the pair of ewers Sacred to Neptune & Sacred to Bacchus was designed by Flaxman in the 1780s for Josiah Wedgwood. They have remained popular ...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Neoclassical George III Period Antique Sterling Silver Tea Caddy - London 1775
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1775 by Walter Brind, this charming, George III period, Antique, Sterling Silver Tea Caddy, is cylindrical in shape, with wonderful engraved decoration to the...
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1770s English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Neoclassical Column Marble Stone Pedestal Stand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original Vintage Condition
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1930s American Vintage Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble

Couple of Small Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Giltwood Candleholders
Located in Buisson, FR
Great pair of small wooden candleholders with their original gilding. Very nice type candleholder and rare to find in a pair. Italy, circa 1780-1800. Weathered, small losses.
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18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Iron

Pair Of French 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Rose Marble And Ormolu Urns
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A striking and most unique pair of French 19th century Neo-Classical st. Rose Vif des Pyrenées marble and Ormolu urns. Each urn is raised by five handsome Ormolu scrolled paw support...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Antique Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Urne or Lidded Vase with Hand-painted motifs
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A late 19th century or early 20th century porcelain urne decorated with gold and brown over-glazing and featuring to motifs. An idyllic Danish scene and a bouquet of flowers hand-pai...
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Early 20th Century Danish Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Style Plaster Plaque Depicting Bucranium on Stand
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
This 20th century antique style plaster plaque depicts a bucranium in striking high relief. Symbolic of Greek and Roman architecture, a bucranium is a decorative motif of an ox or bull skull among swags and garlands of foliage. This embellishment was commonly used in classical architecture and Doric temples of ancient Rome and later during a neoclassical revival in the late Georgian period. This 20th century plaster depiction is an intricate example of the bucranium, modelled in plaster in high relief and mounted on a bespoke steel stand for display...
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20th Century English Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Steel

True Pair Of French 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Ormolu And Bronze Statues
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An elegant and high quality true pair of French 19th century Neo-Classical st. Ormolu and patinated Bronze statues, signed Paul Dubois. Each beautiful maiden is raised by an Ormolu a...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Bronze, Ormolu

A Gold Mounted Moss Agate Snuff Box
Located in Spencertown, NY
The mottled brown agate with translucence when held to light. The cover with a gold rope twist edge above hinged clasp with wreath and berry design above a cushion base
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Agate, Gold

Vintage Interiors by Wedgwood Rose Midnight 5.5” Bowl
Located in Fort Washington, MD
Delve into the world of classic English elegance with this exquisite vintage Wedgwood Rose Midnight Bowl. This remarkable piece is a true embodiment of ...
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Mid-20th Century English Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Pottery

Early 20th Century French Mustard Yellow Tole Footed Jardiniere Cachepot
Located in Pearland, TX
A lovely antique early 20th-Century French mustard yellow tole footed jardiniere or cache pot with the original tin removeable liner. Signed "Made In France" on reverse. This gorgeous jardiniere is decorated with a hand painted gilt garland of ribbons and musical instruments and adorned with gilt bronze dolphin shaped...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Tôle

Antique French Sculpture Copeland And Garrett
Located in Buxton, GB
This antique French sculpture from the early 20th century is a very pretty piece of art. The beautiful Copeland brand sculpture is made of biscuit material, intricately carved with R...
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19th Century British Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Clay

French 19th Century Neo-Classical Period Marble, Ormolu, & Bronze Clock
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful and finely detailed French 19th century Neo-Classical period Alabaster, Ormolu, Sainte-Anne Grand Dessin marble, and patinated Bronze annu...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Set of Four Bronze "Warwick" Urns
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of four patinated bronze "Warwick" urns. Each with double handle. Largest: 11"h x 15" w x 10.5"d Medium: 6.75"h x 11"w x 7 5"d Small: 5.25" h x 8.25"w x 6"d Smallest: 4.75"...
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19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Ainun Black Bear Hand Carved Wood Sculpture with Glass Eyes
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A traditional Ainu bear carving typically depicts a black bear with stylized features, often emphasizing its strength and significance in Ainu cultur...
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Early 1900s Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Wood

19th Century Meissen Grouping of Two Puttos Caging a Hen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th Century Meissen Grouping of Two Puttos Caging a Hen  Germany, circa 1875 A charming 19th-century Meissen Grouping of Two Puttos Caging a Hen, originating from Germany circa 187...
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19th Century German Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique Neoclassical Plaster Grotesque Herm Statue
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An early 19th century plaster grotesque herm statue in the neoclassical style circa 1820. Once used as architectural interior decoration, it has a distressed look and depicts a figur...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Plaster

Large 19th Century Russian Neoclassical Ormolu and Amethyst Cut Glass Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large 19th-century Russian Neoclassical Ormolu and Amethyst Cut Glass Vase St. Petersburg, mid-19th century  Offering a magnificent glimpse into 19th-century Russian Neoclassicism, ...
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Mid-19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Ormolu

Longaberger 2000 Red Tree Trimming Let it Snow Basket with Protector Lid & Card
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Longaberger 2000 Red Tree Trimming Let it Snow Basket with Protector Lid & Card. Circa 2000. Measurements: 4" H x 5" W x 5" D
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Early 2000s Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Pair of Ormolu Mounted Malachite French Vases after a design by Galberg
By Ekaterinburg Faceting Factory, Russia
Located in London, GB
A pair of ormolu mounted malachite Ekaterinburg vases after a design by I.I. Galberg French, 20th century Height 51cm, diameter 32cm Crafted to a design by the prestigious architect...
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20th Century Russian Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Malachite, Ormolu

Pair Mid-Century Neoclassical Italian Black & Gold Giltwood Arrow Candle Sconces
Located in Pearland, TX
A gorgeous pair of Italian Neoclassical style ebonized and gilded wood and tole three-arm candle sconces, circa 1950. "Made in Italy" mark on reverse. These stunning candelabras are ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Tôle

Large Scale Bronze Centerpiece Model of a Pinecone or Pineapple
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large scale bronze model of a pinecone or pineapple. The piece has acanthus leaf sprouts and solid pyramid form spikes to body. Likely produced in the 1980's. 23" h, 15" w. Base ...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Pair of French Bronze & Marble Renaissance Dressed Monkey Candlesticks
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of French Bronze and Marble Renaissance-dressed Monkey Candlesticks  France, 20th century   A whimsical pair of French bronze and marble Renaissance-dressed monkey candlesticks...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Decorative Objects

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Marble, Bronze

Neoclassical decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical 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, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, stone and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical decorative objects made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include Wedgwood, Ferdinand Barbedienne, Bow Porcelain, and Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres. 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 $30 and tops out at $805,222 while the average work can sell for $3,153.

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