Like France’s Empire style, Regency-style furniture was rooted in neoclassicism; the characteristics of its bedroom furniture, armchairs, dining room tables and other items include clean lines, angular shapes and elegant details.
Dating roughly from the 1790s to 1830s, antique Regency-style furniture gets its name from Prince George of Wales — formally King George IV — who became Prince Regent in 1811 after his father, George III, was declared unfit to rule. England’s Regency style is one of the styles represented in Georgian furniture.
George IV’s arts patronage significantly influenced the development of the Regency style, such as the architectural projects under John Nash, which included the renovation of Buckingham House into the formidable Buckingham Palace with a grand neoclassical facade. Celebrated designers of the period include Thomas Sheraton, Henry Holland and Thomas Hope. Like Nash, Hope instilled his work with classical influences, such as saber-legged chairs based on the ancient Greek klismos. He is credited with introducing the term “interior decoration” to English with the 1807 publishing of Household Furniture and Interior Decoration.
Although more subdued than previous styles like Rococo and Baroque, Regency interiors incorporated copious use of chintz fabrics and wallpaper adorned in chinoiserie-style art. Its furniture featured fine materials and luxurious embellishments. Furniture maker George Bullock, for instance, regularly used detailed wood marquetry and metal ornaments on his pieces.
Archaeological discoveries in Egypt and Greece informed Regency-era details, such as carved scrollwork, sphinxes and palmettes, as well as the shape of furniture. A Roman marble cinerary chest, for example, would be reinterpreted into a wooden cabinet. The Napoleonic Wars also inspired furniture, with martial designs like tented beds and camp-style chairs becoming popular. While the reddish-brown mahogany was prominent in this range of pieces, imported woods like zebrawood and ebony were increasingly in demand.
Find a collection of antique Regency tables, seating, decorative objects and other furniture on 1stDibs.
Fine 19th Century English Regency Mahogany Cellarette
Located in Richmond, VA
Fine 19th century English regency carved mahogany cellarette with pinwheel foliate finial, hinged lid, carved medallions, fitted interior, bracketed paw feet on a stepped base.
Mahogany
Regency Period Old Sheffield Plate Tray, Made circa 1820
Located in London, London
Made circa 1820, this stylish, antique old sheffield plate tray, is in the Regency taste, featuring a shell and scroll border, an an engraved ...
Sheffield Plate
Vintage Regency Masons “Mandarin” English China for 8- 24 Pieces
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elegant vintage Regency Masons ‘Mandarin’ English china set for 8. Featuring intricate oriental-inspired patterns in vibrant hues, this timeless collect...
Porcelain
Regency Period 'Fiddle' Sterling Silver Straining Spoon Chawner & Co. 1811
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1811 by Eley, Fearn & Chawner, this handsome, Regency Period, antique sterling silver straining spoon, is in 'Fiddle' pa...
Sterling Silver
A sterling silver relish basket with cut, lead crystal inserts
Located in Buchanan, MI
A sterling silver relish basket with cut, lead crystal inserts, and faintly monogrammed.
Crystal, Silver
Regency period antique sterling silver 3 piece tea set made in London in 1819
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1819 by Joseph Angell II, this handsome, Regency Period, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, comprises a teapot, cream jug and sugar bowl, all standing on 4 ball...
Sterling Silver
Very Rare Regency Hardwood Cellarette of Sarcophagus Form Raised on Turned Legs
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for auction this exceptionally rare Regency Mahogany Cellarette of Sarcophagus form in solid mahogany on turned legs A very good looking and well-made pi...
Hardwood
Paul Storr Silver-Gilt Grape Shears
By Paul Storr
Located in New Orleans, LA
An incredibly rare and exceptional pair of grape shears by Paul Storr, one of the most esteemed silversmiths in history. With handles laden with grapevine...
Silver
Thomas Gladstone Tureen, Sheffield 1833 by Robert Gainsford
By Robert Gainsford
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1833 by Robert Gainsford, this striking, Antique Sterling Silver Soup Tureen, is in the Regency taste, featuring ornate cast feet and handles, and heraldic engraving. The soup tureen measures 12.25"(31cm) tall, by 17.5"(44.5cm) over the handles, by 12"(30.5cm) deep, and weighs 114.6 troy ounces. The coat of arms, crest and motto, are that of Sir Thomas Gladstone, 2nd Baronet and Brother of William Gladstone...
Sterling Silver
Regency period sterling silver pap boat made in London in 1812
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1812, this simple, Regency period, Antique Sterling Silver Pap Boat, is plain in style, of traditional form, and features reed ...
Sterling Silver
Vintage Boho Christofle "Torsada" Footed Tea Cups With Saucers - Set of 6
By Christofle
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your table setting with this vintage set of 6 Christofle Torsada footed tea cups and matching saucers, a stunning blend of boho charm and timeless French elegance. Crafted wi...
Ceramic
Regency period sterling silver pap boat made by Samuel Knight in London in 1817
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1817 by Samuel Knight , this handsome, Regency period, Antique Sterling Silver Pap Boat, features a shell and gadroon border. The pap boat measures 1.5"(3.5cm...
Sterling Silver
Pair Early 19th Century Worcester English Porcelain Griffins
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Pair early 19th Century Worcester English porcelain griffins decorated with a simulated bronze effect, on a shaped flat base decorated with gilding, a gilt & candle sconce on it’s ba...
Porcelain
Vintage Boho Christofle "Torsada" Creamer & Lidded Sugar Bowl - A Pair
By Christofle
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of French vintage charm to your table with this Christofle “Torsada” creamer and lidded sugar bowl set, a beautifully coordinated pair showcasing the brand’s iconic twist...
Ceramic
A pair of early 19th Century sauceboats
Located in Martlesham, GB
A decorative pair of early 19th Century high footed sauceboats, possibly Worcester porcelain, elegant scroll handles and hand painted in a floral pattern. Circa 1820.
Porcelain
Vintage Boho Christofle "Alliance Grey" Tea Cups With Saucers - Set of 8
By Christofle
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of modern French elegance to your table with this set of 8 Christofle “Alliance Grey” tea cups with matching saucers. Designed with Christofle’s refined minimalism, each ...
Ceramic
Vintage Boho Christofle "Oceana Red" Tea Cups With Saucers - Set of 11
By Christofle
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Infuse your table with vibrant French elegance through this set of 11 Christofle “Oceana Red” tea cups with matching saucers. Each piece showcases the striking Oceana Red pattern, fe...
Ceramic
19th Century Regency Mahogany Sarcophagus-Shaped Wine Cooler
Located in London, GB
A fine early 19th century Regency period fiddle back mahogany and ebony strung sarcophagus shaped wine cooler, having centre panelled mitered top above beaded canted corner panelled ...
Mahogany
Regency Period Antique Sterling Silver Meat Skewer by Wallis & Hayne London 1811
By Thomas Wallis II, Jonathan Hayne
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1811 by Thomas Wallis II & Jonathan Hayne, this handsome, Regency Period, antique sterling silver meat skewer, is plain in style. The meat skewer measures: 12...
Sterling Silver
19th Century Regency Period Papier Mâché and Cut-Glass Decanter Wagon
Located in London, GB
A Regency papier mâché and brass-mounted Decanter Wagon Constructed from dark painted papier mâché, the coaster trolley having four wheels and a bra...
Brass
Vintage Boho Christofle "Torsada" Cake Plates - A Pair
By Christofle
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of French vintage elegance to your table with this pair of Christofle “Torsada” cake plates, featuring the iconic twist (torsada) rim design that embodies timeless sophis...
Ceramic
Vintage Boho Christofle "Torsada" Covered Vegetable Dish
By Christofle
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of timeless French elegance to your table with this vintage Christofle “Torsada” covered vegetable dish. Expertly crafted, this piece features the signature Torsada (twis...
Ceramic
Vintage Boho Christofle "Torsada" Coffee & Teapot With Lid - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bring timeless sophistication to your table with this vintage Christofle “Torsada” coffee and teapot set, a stunning pair of lidded silverplate vessels showcasing the brand’s iconic ...
Ceramic
Vintage Regency Portuguese Floral Ceramic Plates - Set of 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Brighten your table or wall with this Set of 2 Vintage Regency Portuguese Floral Ceramic Plates, showcasing a bold hand-painted bouquet of yellow, pink, and plum-toned florals on a d...
Ceramic
Vintage Regency French Majolica Asparagus Ceramic Plate
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A delightful and highly collectible piece of French ceramic art, this antique majolica asparagus plate is a true classic of the barbotine tradition. The plate is masterfully molded t...
Pottery
English Regency Imari Porcelain Centerpiece, Bronze Trim, 19th Century
Located in Queens, NY
English Regency-style (19th Century) Imari porcelain centerpiece with bronze trimmed base and handles and round filigree top.
Bronze
Vintage Oval Tole Tray with Fluffy White Dog Portrait, 20th Century
Located in Queens, NY
Vintage oval tole serving tray with a central portrait of a fluffy white dog in an outdoor setting surrounded by a dark red border with a shallow lip with gold and black painted desi...
Metal
Vintage Regency Royal Worcester Lidded Casserole
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your table with this Vintage Regency Royal Worcester Lidded Casserole. Featuring elegant detailing and fine porcelain, it’s perfect for stylish serving and timeless sophistic...
Porcelain
Rare Early 19th Century George IV English Porcelain Inkwell by Coalport
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Rare early 19th century George IV English porcelain inkwell by Coalport in the naturalistic form. Referred to as ‘Coalbrookdale’ this piece has been modeled in the form of a lemon fr...
Porcelain
19th Century English Regency Mahogany Open Cellarette Attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Dublin, IE
A fine early 19th Century English Regency mahogany open cellarette attributed to Gillows of Lancaster, of open sarcophagus form with an overhung and carved top edge over panelled sid...
Mahogany
A Regency mahogany wine cooler
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Regency mahogany wine cooler, of sarcophagus form with reeded ebony edges and mouldings, applied with ormolu lion’s mask ring handles and bold lion’s paw feet, the hinged top openi...
Ormolu
Pair of Sheffield Serving Dishes. Lovely Color And Patina.
Located in Buchanan, MI
Stunning pair of English Sheffield silver serving dishes, removable handles to work as four serving dishes. Lovely Color And Patina.
Silver
New Hall Double Handled Sugar Bowl and Cover
Located in Long Island City, NY
New hall double handled sugar bowl and cover. Porcelain, gilt in a floral pattern with blue glaze on a white ground. Numbered “476” on the base.
Porcelain
19th Century English Mahogany Wine Cooler of the Regency Period
Located in London, GB
A good wine cooler of the Regency period. Constructed in a finely patinated San Domingo mahogany; rising from oblate bun feet, of waisted sarcophagus form, ...
Mahogany
Vintage Regency Royal Worcester Platter
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of elegance to your dining with this Vintage Regency Royal Worcester Platter. Its classic design and fine porcelain craftsmanship make it a timeless piece for both displa...
Porcelain
Two Pairs of Regency-Period Silver-Gilt Grape Shears
By William Eley & William Fearn
Located in New Orleans, LA
Comprised of silver-gilt, these two pairs of beautifully crafted grape shears were designed and manufactured in by famed London silversmiths William Eley and William Fearn. The pairs’ handles are cast elegantly with Bacchanal motifs of fruiting grape vines and baskets bursting with fresh produce. Once used for snipping grapes, these Regency-period scissors bear the monogram “AD” for their original 1815 owner and boast an impressive royal English provenance. Hallmarked London 1815 with maker's mark of "WE / WF" Measures: 7 1/4" length x 2 1/4" width Provenance: Gifted as a wedding present from H.R.H. The Prince Henry, Duke of Gloucester...
Silver