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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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...
Category
19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Malachite
Pair of Vintage Sculptural Cast Bronze Native American Indian Chief Bookends
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Matched pair of detailed cast bronze bookends depicting a North American Indian Chief bust. There are no maker's marks, initials or signature of eith...
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
$3,995 Sale Price / set
27% Off
Mid-20th Century Wedgwood Blue and White Jasperware Neoclassical Candlesticks
By Wedgewood
Located in Worcester Park, GB
This elegant pair of vintage candlesticks by Wedgwood is crafted in the brand’s signature blue and white Jasperware, a timeless ceramic known for its matte finish and classical desig...
Category
20th Century English Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Pair of 19th Century French Porcelain Urns with Neoclassical Scenes
Located in Richmond, VA
Attractive pair of 19th century French porcelain urns with
Neoclassical scenes. The urns are parcel gilt decorated.
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
A pair of SHABBY-CHIC NEOCLASSICAL Princess Shell SCULPTURES France 1970
Located in PARIS, FR
A pair of magnificent shell sculptures representing two ladies or princesses from the grand siècle, with subtle details, a hippie creation from the 1970s, anonymous artist, France 1970.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Shell
Pair Late 19th Century Black Porcelain Neoclassical Vases
Located in Troy, MI
Found in England, this pair of tall black porcelain vases dates from approximately 1880s. Decorated with gilt and classical Greek or Roman figures...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Neoclassical French Style Patinated Bronze & Crackle Glaze Centerpiece
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Neoclassical French Style Patinated Bronze & Crackle Glaze Centerpiece
Later 20th century
A substantial centerpiece beautifully cast in patinated bronze, the graceful form with a pierced white crackel glazed body, raised on oval scalloped...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
$1,000 Sale Price
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English Wedgwood Jasperware Jewelry Dish with Neoclassical Design
By Wedgwood
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful English Wedgwood Jasperware sage green and white round jewelry dish with neoclassical design, circa 20th century, 1979, England...
Category
20th Century English Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
$200 Sale Price
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Lighted Bronze Sculpture / Lamp After Emile Louis Picault
Located in New York, NY
Antique (late 19th to early 20th century) patinated bronze sculpture entitled Excelsior after the original model by Emile Louis Picault (French, 1833-1915), measuring 46 by 18 by 22...
Category
1890s French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Italian 18th/ 19th Century Carved Giltwood Neo Classical Ornament With Birds
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful handcarved giltwoodornament depicting two birds.
Italy circa 1780-1820 . Weathered and small losses
Measurements individual and include the wooden base.
H:28,5cm W:56cm D...
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18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
$580 Sale Price
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F. Barbedienne 'The Solider of Marathon' Bronze After J. P. Cortot
By F. Barbedienne Foundry, Jean Pierre Cortot
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An excellent large late 19th century antique bronze of ‘Le Soldat De Marathon Annoncant La Victoire’, also known as ‘The Soldier of Marathon Announcing the Victory’, cast by Ferdinand Barbedienne after a model by French sculptor, Jean-Pierre Cortot (1787-1843).
The Barbedienne foundry produced this model in four editions. This bronze is an example of the second largest. Inscribed ‘Cortot 1834’, it is signed ‘F. Barbedienne Fondeur’ and impressed with the official stamp of the Collas et Barbedienne foundry reading: ‘Reduction Mecanique, A. Collas Brevete’.
With its attractive patina and impressive scale, this bronze is a beautiful sculpture for any interior seeking artworks that are particularly exceptional.
The Soldier of Marathon
Inspiration for this bronze is rooted in ancient Greek mythology. It tells the story of the solider Pheidippides who, following the Greek victory at the Battle of Marathon in 490 BCE, ran 40km from Marathon to Athens to deliver the triumphant news before collapsing from exhaustion. The story inspires the modern-day marathon run...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal, Bronze
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.
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Plaster
$556 Sale Price
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Antique French Neoclassical 18K Gold Snuffbox
Located in New York, NY
French Neoclassical 18k gold snuffbox, ca 1800. Oval with straight sides; cover hinged. On cover top is garden with lush vegetation and flower baskets inhabited by an alert dog eyeing up the birds; on underside is vase. Both have leafing scroll surround. On sides same alternating with cornucopias...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold
Antique Portland Blue Jasperware Bowl with White Overlay by Wedgwood England
By Wedgwood
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A stunning Neoclassical Wedgwood Portland blue bowl with a white overlay. This piece is believed to have been a small sugar bowl, however we think it...
Category
20th Century English Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
$200 Sale Price
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Alabaster Bust of Apollo, Italian 19th Century
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th century Italian Sculpted Alabaster Bust Of Apollo, the Greek god of art, medicine and music. White alabaster bust is intricately sculpted with the Greek god peering to his left,...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble
Antique Bisque Porcelain Neoclassical Figure, Partial-Nude Classical Woman C1850
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Bisque Porcelain Neoclassical Figure of a Partial-Nude Classical Woman C1850
Measures- 15''H x 4.5''W x 4.5''D
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
$360 Sale Price
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Clock, France, 19th C., after Charles Cressent 'France, 1685-1768'
By Charles Cressent
Located in Madrid, ES
Clock. Palo santo, rosewood, golden bronze. France, 19th century, modeled after Charles Cressent (France, 1685-1768).
Wooden box grandfather clock in which palo santo, rosewood an...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze, Other
Large Blue and White Spode Greekware Platter England Circa 1810 Neoclassical
By Josiah Spode
Located in Katonah, NY
Spode made this fabulous platter circa 1810.
It is decorated in the neoclassical "Greek" pattern with classical figures and mythological scenes based on ancient Greek and Roman art. It is large, measuring 20" x 15.5" x 1.75" deep, and is perfect for hanging.
The dramatic pattern shows a scene from Olympic history.
At the center, Cynisca wins the four-horse chariot race at the Greek Olympic...
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Earthenware
Neoclassical Gilt Frieze Fratelli Paoletti Firenze Italy
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Original Italian gilt frieze by Fratelli Paolleti, Firenze(Florence) Italy. Neoclassical design with 2 Roman fiqures with horses. Nice horizontal design. Hand carved. Label with make...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Venus de Milo White Granite Marble Female Figurative Statue Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful white granite marble reproduction of Greek goddess 'Venus de Milo' female figure statue sculpture in the Neoclassical style, circa early 20th century, Italy. A great deco...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Granite, Marble
Early 20th C Neoclassical Bisque Roman/Greek Figurine
Located in Malibu, CA
Early 20th C Neoclassical Parian porcelain bisque cast Roman/Greek Figurine Neoclassical figurine of a draped Roman or Greek male.
Category
20th Century European Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
$136 Sale Price
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Leather Horse Animal Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful all leather horse animal sculpture, in the Ralph Lauren style, circa late-20th century. This hand-crafted piece is clad in a light ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Leather
Neoclassical Solid Marble Green and Gray Obelisk
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning neoclassical Grand Tour style solid marble green & gray obelisk
Measures: 3"W x 3"D x 8"H.
Very good original vintage condition. Minor surface wear expected with age...
Category
Late 20th Century Pakistani Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble
$196 Sale Price
20% Off
Miniature of a Jewelry Box in Gilt Bronze, Paris, France, circa 1800
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful and precious miniature of a bronze jewelry chair. The seat rises and inside we find some vintage burgundy red silk satin. The surface features sophisticated details. Miniat...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
$844 Sale Price
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Great Selection Sea Shell Sea Shells Collection in Vitrine
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Great selection of natural history specimens sea shells. In a red wood vitrine with a key lock. Great Wall cabinet office decoration of a gift.
Category
1970s American Vintage Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Shell
Italian 18th/ 19th Century Carved Giltwood Neo Classical Style bird Ornament
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful handcarved giltwood bird ornament.
Italy circa 1780-1820 . Weathered and small losses and old repairs
Measurements include the wooden base.
H:23cm W:41cm D:6,5cm
Category
18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
$463 Sale Price
50% Off
Antique Wedgwood Creamware Charger Geometric Border England Circa 1785
By Wedgwood
Located in Katonah, NY
This elegant Wedgwood charger was made in England in the late 18th century, circa 1785.
Crafted from creamware, the charger features a meticulously painted geometric border composed of orange and black flowerheads set within a lattice of fine black lines. Each flowerhead is centered in a diamond-shaped cell, creating a repeating pattern that radiates rhythm and precision. The inner field is left undecorated, emphasizing the clean form and enhancing the visual impact of the border.
The simplicity of the cream-colored ground paired with the precise hand-painting along the rim reflects the neoclassical restraint and balance that defined Wedgwood’s aesthetic...
Category
Late 18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Creamware
Pair Of Neoclassical White Pottery Urns With Greek Motif
Located in Bradenton, FL
Pair of 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Glazed White Pottery Urns. Stunning set of pottery urns that feature Greek motifs, depicting gods, goddesses, ...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
American Vintage Heavy Hand Molded Crystal Glass Clear Art Glass Bowl Fostoria
Located in Miami, FL
American Mid-Century Modern hand molded crystal glass clear bowl by Fostoria.
Can be used as a bowl, centerpiece or to serve your favorite candy.
Makers Mark under the bowl.
A-652-335
Category
1970s American Vintage Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
$245 Sale Price
38% Off
Bronze inkwell George Josef Burgstaller (German/Austrian)
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Bronze inkwell Georg Josef BURGSTALLER
(German/Austrian)
Neo classical woman signed Burgstaller
ruge marble.
Category
1890s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Italian Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Marble Urns
Located in Milford, NH
A fine pair of Italian Neoclassical style marble urns, with bronze mounts including bronze heads of Satyr or Faun the sides of each urn, bronze bud finials, and a bronze acanthus de...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
A LAOCOON Bronze SCULPTURE by GENNARO CHIURAZZI after LISSIPO, Italy 1880-1890
By Fonderia Chiurazzi
Located in PARIS, FR
An authentic patinated bronze sculpture of the Laocoon, after the original created by greek antic sculptor Lissipo, discovered in 1506, recreated and issued (with several size and creative variations) by Gennaro Chiurazzi (1842-1906) and the napolitan Fonderia Chiurazzi, Italy 1880-1900. This piece is more than just an incredibly precise and expressive reproduction of the iconic antic sculpture...
Category
1880s Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Italian Bronze Figural & Grapevine Cachepots, Circa 1830
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of Italian bronze figural cachepots with decorative grapevines, fruit trees, floral swags and gadrooning motif, Early 19th Century. Cachepot...
Category
1830s Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Weinranck & Schmidt Hanau German Empire 1889 Neoclassical Sterling Jardinière
Located in Miami, FL
German Neoclassic jardinière in silver by Weinranck & Schmidt-Hanau.
An impressive, oversized and highly decorated piece, made in Hanau Germany by the silversmiths and silver maker's Weinranck & Schmidt during the Imperial period, circa 1889. This large center piece was decorated, with neo-classic patterns in the manner of the Louis XVI style and was totally crafted in repousse of solid .800/.999 silver.
Weight: Has a total of 2,305 Grams, (74 Troy Ounces).
Measures: 467 mm by 258 mm by 312 mm (18.4 x 10.15 x 12.3 Inches) (25.8 x 10.15 x 12.3 Cm).
Hallmarks: Stamped with the German guaranty marks of the Halbmond und Reichskrone...
Category
1880s German Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
$4,025 Sale Price
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Italian Glazed Terracotta Figural Bust of Diana, Goddess of the Moon, Circa 1850
Located in Charleston, SC
Italian glazed and hand-painted terracotta figural bust of Diana raised on a two tiered circular faux painted plinth. Goddess of the moon, Mid-19th Century.
Category
1850s Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta, Paint
English Wedgwood Jasperware Jewelry Dish with Neoclassical Design
By Wedgwood
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful English Wedgwood Jasperware sage green and white round jewelry dish with neoclassical design, circa 20th century, 1979, England...
Category
20th Century English Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
$200 Sale Price
27% Off
Vintage Olive Green Neoclassical Tole Cache Pot, Made In Italy
Located in Doraville, GA
A vintage olive green, black and gold highlighted, gold stenciled tin / toleware planter resting on lion paw feet with ring handles. Beautiful regency design with an acanthus leaf bo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Tin
Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze and Marble Candlestick by Gherardo Degli Albizzi
Located in Florence, Tuscany
This Neoclassical style gilt bronze and marble candlestick by Gherardo Degli Albizzi would be ideal to be placed on a bedside table or on a desk. Even if it features a classical shap...
Category
2010s Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Early 19th Century Neoclassical Automaton Windmill Sewing Box
Located in Essex, MA
Rare early 19th century working automaton sewing box with hidden compartments for necessaries and sewing implements. Original handmade cloc...
Category
Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Alabaster
Pair of Neoclassical Bacchantes Sculptures in Bronze signed Ernest Rancoulet
By Rancoulet
Located in New York, NY
This charming pair of Neoclassical Bronze Bacchantes sculptures by Earnest Rancoulet originate from France, Circa 1900. These young and playful my...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Onyx, Bronze
Bronze Bird Tripod Candle Stand
Located in New York, NY
Bronze bird tripod candle stand. Antique Italian softly patinated green bronze tripod oil lamp / votive candle stand in the classical style popular...
Category
Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Early 1900's Neo Classical Bronze Floor Lamp w Mercury and Nude Girls Sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautiful and rare standard floorlamp with bronze sculptures of Mercury and Nude girls sculptures.
This impressive and very well made, antique floor lamp dates from about 1910-1920...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Large Jewel-Toned Painted Porcelain Vases by Royal Vienna
Located in London, GB
Pair of large jewel-toned painted porcelain vases by Royal Vienna
Austrian, Late 19th Century
Height 80cm, width 38cm, depth 27cm
These exquisite Royal Vienna porcelain vases date ...
Category
Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Porcelain
Italian Neo-Classical Grand Tour Style Ram’s Head Stirrup Cup
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an Italian neo-classical Grand Tour ram’s head form stirrup cup. The composition is pottery with an almost bisque-like finish.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
Pottery Flower Plant Planter Cachepot Jardinière
Located in New York, NY
A turquoise urn-style pottery flower or plant pot planter cachepot jardinière, circa early-20th century. A beautiful small urn-like turquoise blue pottery planter...
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Pottery
Large Antique Porcelain and Ormolu Vase Painted with a Genre Scene
Located in London, GB
Large antique porcelain and ormolu vase painted with a genre scene
French, Late 19th Century
Height 158cm, width 65cm, depth 46cm
This remarkable antique vase, inspired by the icon...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Ormolu
19th Century Italian Voting Box Tuscan Confraternity Carved Barrel Ballot Box
Located in Milano, MI
19th century Italian Confraternity Voting Urn of Tuscan origin realized with turned and carved poplar wood. The barrel-shaped central body, in which hands were inserted to insert the ballot ball into one of the two holes connected to the small drawer below, where on the front we find the inscription YES and NO related to voting, SI and NO, in order to distinguish for and against votes on paper, then collected in two separate small drawers, just below. Standing on four curly feet, it has a beautiful curved handle and carved parts at both ends, highlighted by ebonized details.
In a fraternity, this ballot box was used to collegially adjudicate community choices. In good age related condition, with sogns of wear and use. This antique Italian ballot wooden box, carved and painted, coming from Tuscany, in Central Italy. This ballot urn is an excellent example of a 19th century wooden voting box...
Category
Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Poplar
Running Horse Weathervane on Display Stand
By L. W. Cushing & Sons
Located in Atlanta, GA
A weathervane in the form of a running horse, that was likely modeled after "Dexter" circa late 19th century on a custom display stand. The full body molded horse has a gilt surface with verdigris patina. Not entirely sure of the maker but possible by L. W. Cushing & Co. In Waltham or Harris. Co in Boston. The surface has been re-gilt historically likely dated from early 20th century. A lovely piece that transcends American fold art...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Copper
Two bases in rare Breccia Africano and Granito Nero
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Two bases in rare Breccia Africano and Granito Nero
Cylinder in Breccia Africano
H 12.5 × D 7 cm
Cylinder in Granito Nero
H 6 × D 9 cm
These two cylindrical bases made of rare marb...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble
18th Century Galician Brass Hanukkah Lamp Menorah
Located in Firenze, IT
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The backplate pierced with a vase ...
Category
Late 18th Century Polish Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
$2,626 Sale Price
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19th Century Victorian Neo Classical Terracotta Bust
Located in New York, NY
Classical terracotta bust in very good original condition showing only light cosmetic wear normal and consistent with age.
The bust depicts a woman’s head, her hair is tied back in ...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Large Scale Italian Neoclassical Style Urns or Vases with Ram’s Heads, a Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of monumental neoclassical style pottery urns handcrafted in Italy. They are marked and in very good condition. The urns most likely date to the later part of the 20th...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Modern Large Scale Neolithic Style Ceramic Pots
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two modern Neolithic style Chinese ceramic pots. Sold separately. Large pot has a small hairline crack on the bottom that has been repaired. please...
Category
20th Century Chinese Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
$4,875 / set
Pair 18th Century French Creamware Lions Hand Painted Circa 1790
Located in Katonah, NY
This rare and charming pair of 18th-century French creamware lions was made circa 1790.
Each lion reclines atop a tall rectangular base decorated with rich cobalt-blue swags, bright yellow tassels, and vivid green trim.
The forms are bold and expressive. The lions' open mouths are painted in soft pink, and their manes are rendered in vibrant yellow and lined with dark brown, lending them an animated, almost theatrical presence.
The lions rest on what appear to be stylized, draped cushions, adding a sense of comfort and reality.
Their wide-eyed expressions and exaggerated features give the pair a whimsical character that blends elegance with humor—a hallmark of late 18th-century French design.
Unmarked but unmistakably French in style, these figures make a striking decorative statement. Whether placed on a mantel or console, they command attention and offer a playful counterpoint to more serious classical forms.
Dimensions: 6.5 inches tall x 6.75 inches long x 4.5 inches wide
Condition: Excellent
Price: $2,300
Decoration: Painted in yellow, cobalt, green, pink, and brown with molded drapery and tassel detail
Material: Creamware pottery
Style: French Neoclassical with Folk Art elements
Origin: France
Date: Circa 1790
Key Features
- Rare pair of large 18th-century creamware lion figures
- Expressive hand-painted decoration with bold color contrasts
- Tall bases decorated with molded and painted swags and tassels
- French origin, circa 1790
- Whimsical and animated expressions add charm and visual interest
Background of creamware
Creamware is the name given to a type of earthenware pottery initially made from white clays from Dorset and Devonshire combined with an amount of calcined flint.
Creamware was first produced in England sometime before 1740. Foremost among the pioneers of creamware in the Staffordshire Potteries was Thomas Whieldon. The young Josiah Wedgwood partnered with Thomas Whieldon from 1754 to 1759. When Wedgwood left to set up his own business, he immediately directed his efforts to developing creamware.
Around the same time, in the mid-18th century, French potters developed their creamware known in France as "Faience Fine...
Category
Late 18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Creamware
Bust of Diana the Huntress French Louis XVI Bronze 19th Century - Artist Houdon
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Bust of Diana the Huntress French Louis XVI Bronze 19th Century - Artist Houdon
Bronze sculpture representing Diana the huntress after Jean-Antoine Houdon (1741-1828). In Roman myth...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
19th Century French Neoclassical Tole Peinte and Gilt Urn Cachepot
Located in Stamford, CT
A very charming early 19th century French tole peinte vase or urn with a gilt figure of a dancing maiden with one breast exposed playing a sistrum, ancient musical instrument. The ur...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Tin
Antique Neoclassical Statuary Marble Statue
Located in Tyrone, Northern Ireland
A beautifully carved antique statuary Carrara marble statue of Adonis. The male figure is depicted in the nude leaning against a tree.
Adonis was the mortal lover of the goddess Aph...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Carrara Marble
Pocket Watch, Jaqs Blanc, Gold, Enamel, Etc. Possibly ca Late 18th C
Located in Madrid, ES
Pocket watch, Jaqs Blanc. gold, enamel, etc. Possibly towards the end of the 18th century.
Pocket watch with a white dial and Arabic numerals for the hours and lines and Arabic num...
Category
Late 18th Century Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal, Gold, Enamel, Other
European Marble Bust of a Young Girl
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th century Marble Bust Of A Young Girl in a graceful pose. The bust embodies the neoclassical ideals of the era, capturing the both youthful beautiful and refined elegance. The sol...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble
Large Antique Carousel Horse "BUFFALO, NY" c. 1880s - W6054
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
This is a great Carousel Horse that came from an estate in Buffalo, NY. It was made in the early 1900s and is in good condition. The horse is sitting on a metal pole made by a person...
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
$1,160 Sale Price
60% Off
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