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Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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
Early 20th Century French Bronze and Orange Amber Alabaster Chandelier
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite early 20th-century French six-light chandelier is made from carved veined red alabaster and bronze. The design features a classic acanthus leaf crown that transforms i...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Brass, Bronze

Early 20th-Century French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Alabaster Chandelier
Located in Chicago, IL
This chandelier from the early 20th century showcases the Neoclassical style, which emerged in Europe during the early 18th century. This design aesthetic emphasized symmetry and dre...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Bronze

Monumental Two-Tiered 12-Light Silvered Chandelier w/ Crown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Monumental size 12-light, two-tiered silvered chandelier. The chandelier is adorned with a crown on top and cherub faces throughout. The fixture is newly rewired and includes chain...
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1930s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

French Amber Color Alabaster and Bronze Pendant Chandelier, circa 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
A magnificent Neoclassical style amber color alabaster pendant ceiling light fixture with an ornate bronze frame. France, 1920s. This masterfully carved beautiful alabaster bowl is held by a bronze rim with leaf-shaped attachments and suspended by three ornate bronze chains and a richly, with leaf decor decorated, bronze ceiling rose. The light shining through the amber color stone...
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Bronze

Liberty Style Chandelier Centre Light
Located in Cranbrook, Kent
Liberty Style Chandelier Center Light Made around the turn of the century incorporating Classical style with Art Nouveau influences, the eight branch ar...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Antique French Brass Crystal Chandelier Art Nouveau Light Pink Neoclassicism
Located in Berlin, DE
Magnificent Restored Chandelier from the Neoclassical Era – circa 1910 For sale is a stunning chandelier from the Neoclassical period (circa 1910), characterized by its elegant symm...
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1910s French Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass, Wire

A Large Nineteenth Century Tôle Chandelier
Located in London, GB
A large, late nineteenth century neoclassical tôleware and wrought iron chandelier, the central stem in the form of a flower-filled urn, supporting six scrolling arms hung with swags...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

Crystal Prism Chandelier by Kinkeldey, 1970s
Located in Brussel, BE
German chandelier made of 3 level of rectangular crystal prism on a cylindrical brass structure, designed by Kinkeldey in the 1960’s 70’s. - Lustre allemand composé de 3 niveaux de c...
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1970s German Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Outstanding Set Three Gilt Bronze and Opaline Glass Caldwell Empire Chandeliers
Located in Roslyn, NY
An Outstanding Set Of 3 Gilt Bronze & Opaline Ribbed Glass Caldwell Manner Chandelier Fixtures In The Neoclassical Motif. They Are Adorned With Rams Head Masks And Urns Surrounding T...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Neoclassical Style Rock Crystal Six-Light Chandelier
Located in Cypress, CA
Attractive neoclassical style hand-forged wrought iron dressed with hand-carved and polished rock crystal and smokey rock crystal six-light chandelier. A...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Wrought Iron

19th Century Grand-Tour Roman Hanging Oil Lamp
Located in Dresden, DE
This decorative early 19th-Century Grand-Tour, Roman hanging oil lamp is a copy of an original found in Pompeii. Mercury, the god of trade, thieves a...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

1920 Caldwell Chandelier 8 Lights
Located in New York, NY
1920 Caldwell bronze chandelier with 8 lights
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Large Neoclassical Style Alabaster and Bronze Pendant Light Fixture, ca. 1890
Located in Barntrup, DE
Large French Neoclassical style alabaster and bronze pendant light fixture, ca. 1890. An impressive late 19th-century alabaster ceiling pendant...
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1890s French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Bronze

Bronze & Glass Smoke Bells
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Find & Elegant Bronze and Glass Smoke Bell. Continental, circa 1960. Dimensions: Height 32" Diameter 13 3/4 CW5651
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1960s Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Pair of Four Sides Quality Solid Brass Hanging Lanterns
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elegant four sides hanging lantern made of solid brass with, seeded glass, and three 40/watt lights. suitable for webs location . Ready to use, canopies included.
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20th Century American Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

5-Light Crystal Chandelier Attributed to F & C Osler, Circa:1850
Located in Alexandria, VA
This beautiful 5-light chandelier bears all the typical features of an Osler fixture: the exquisite cascade of hand-cut prisms, the ring of crystal spear points around the middle, th...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal

French Brass Chandelier with Crystal Drops Ceiling Pendant Midcentury circa 1900
Located in Labrit, Landes
Brass ceiling pendant Lustre with crystal drops and half a sphere of engraved glass French, circa 1900 Good antique condition. This lustre is suitable to USA or EU and UK standards....
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Italian NeoClassical Swan Motif Bronze & Alabaster 6 Arm Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Italian Neoclassical Swan Motif Bronze & Alabaster 6 Arm Chandelier Italy, Late 20th Century An elegant Italian Neoclassical Swan Motif Bronze & ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Bronze

Baltic 19th century Neo-Classical st. Glass and Ormolu lantern
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An elegant and high quality Baltic 19th century Neo-Classical st. Glass and Ormolu lantern. This stunning frosted and etched glass lantern displays a wonderful baluster shape and is ...
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19th Century Baltic Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Ormolu

Large French 1960s Chandelier by Maison Charles, Paris
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large French 1960s chandelier by Maison Charles, Paris. Referenced model: Modèle "aux joncs." From a Parisian apartment. Rewired with matching wax candle covers. Adjustable chain an...
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Bronze, Cut Steel

19th Century Iron and Tole Chandelier
Located in Chicago, IL
19th century Italian iron and tole chandelier, possibly Venetian.
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

20th Century French Chandelier - Inspired By Coco Chanel
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning 20th-century French chandelier, inspired by the timeless elegance of Coco Chanel, beautifully blends vintage charm with refined craftsmanship. Its gilded metal frame is...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Silver plated six light neo-classical hanging light
Located in London, GB
A silver-plated six arm hanging light. Rewired and tested.
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Mid-20th Century English Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Silver Plate

Late 19th Century Victorian Neoclassical Bronze Eight Light Chandelier
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite late 19th-century chandelier masterfully blends Victorian and Neoclassical aesthetics, crafted in bronze with eight captivating lights. The etched glass shades are art...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Taupe & Peach Hat Twenty Light Brass Chandelier
Located in Asheville, NC
Taupe colored fabric hats with peach interiors upon a voluminous, twenty candlestick spiral burnished brass chandelier.
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1980s North American Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

19th C Adams Blue Brass and Pottery Chandelier Stamped "Adams"
Located in Charleston, SC
An 1820's Adams pottery chandelier. Stamped with the Adams seal, this piece also features an anchor stamp, and the town in which it was manufactured. Thi...
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19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

1900’s Caldwell Bronze Engraved Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
circa 1900’s Caldwell chandeliers with engraving on body and arms, very unusual with 12 lights. Available pair
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Basket Chandelier Crystal Empire Brass 6 Arms Lustre Antique Neorenaissance
Located in Berlin, DE
We present to you an exquisite neo-renaissance brass chandelier - a real rarity and an antique gem. This antique chandelier has been lovingly and expertly restored in Berlin and its ...
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1880s Italian Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

1900 Caldwell Leaded Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
circa 1900’s Caldwell leaded glass light fixture with 8 interior lights
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

1900s Caldwell Leaded Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Antique a circa 1900 Caldwell large leaded glass light fixture with interior lights
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Amber Alabaster Pendant Mounted on Brass Rod, Sweden, 1920
Located in New York, NY
An elegant shape carved from a dramatic multi-hues amber alabaster provides depth of color at all levels of light.
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Early 20th Century Swedish Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster

1900 Caldwell’s Leaded Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Caldwell beautiful leaded glass light fixture with interior lights.
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

1900 Caldwell leaded glass light fixture
Located in New York, NY
circa 1900 ‘s Caldwell leaded glass light fixture with 8 interior lights
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

1900 Caldwell Leaded Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
1900 Caldwell leaded glass hanging light fixture with interior lights. great condition.
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Gilt Bronze and Glass Lantern in French Louis XVI Style
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional gilt bronze and glass lantern in the French Louis XVI style, featuring four electrified sockets and finely cast neoclassical motifs including foliate swags, flowers, acan...
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20th Century Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

18th Century Austrian Neoclassical Gilt-bronze and Crystal Chandelier
Located in San Francisco, CA
this elegant period candle and electric chandelier from Austria's Leopold II reign, the graduated gilt-bronze hexagonal frame with neoclassical relief and filigree decoration adorned...
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1790s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

French Neoclassical / Beaux Arts Style Bronze Hanging Light Fixture
Located in San Francisco, CA
An exceptional Neoclassical / Beaux Arts style bronze six arm hanging light fixture. Excellent quality. Recently professionally re-wired and ready to install. France, late 19th centu...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Antique French Lantern 19th century Wrought Iron
Located in Buxton, GB
This antique French lantern hails from the 19th century and features intricate wrought iron details in a beautiful white colour. The lantern has been restored and reclaimed, making i...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron, Wrought Iron

Italian Tole Red & Gilt Decorative Foliage Fruit Basket Shaded Chandelier 20th C
Located in Charleston, SC
Italian tole red and black paint decorated six light chandelier with central urn foliage gilt fruit basket, acorn finial, and six scrolled arms with the original slot mounted shades....
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Tin, Wire

Neoclassical style silvered metal chandelier. French work by Maison Charles
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant neoclassical style chandelier is made of silvered metal. This is a French work by Maison Charles. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Billiard/Pool Table Light
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Extraordinary Billiard Chandelier, having solid turned bronze frame and Tiffany style shades (the shades are of a later manufacture). Dimensions: Height 75" (can be shortened) Wi...
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1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Silver Over Bronze 6 Light Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Very Fine Silver over Bronze Chandelier. Exquisite Detail. Great Workmanship. France, circa 1900. Dimensions: Height 36" Diameter 32" CW5288
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze and Crystal Chandelier
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Neoclassical style gilt bronze, beaded crystal and frosted glass chandelier, with 10 interior lights, circa 1930s.
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1930s European Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

Large White Alabaster with Black Veins & Bronze Pendant Chandelier, ca. 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
French Neoclassical-style pendant light made of black veined white alabaster with bronze fixtures. This stunning ceiling light fixture dates back to the 1920s. It features a beautif...
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Bronze, Brass

Silver over Bronze 3 Light Billiard Light
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Fine Silver over Bronze Billiard or Counter Light featuring 3 Tiffany style Shades. France, Circa 1980. Dimensions: Height 66" Width 62" D...
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Late 20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Brass Chandelier With Six Arm Supporting Frosted Art Glass Vases. Sweden 1940s
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Brass neoclassical chandelier from Sweden 1940s. Six arms supporting each a frosted art glass vase each 20cm / 7,8 Inches height. The ch...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

A Fine Silver over Bronze Billiard/ Over Counter Light
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Fine Silvered Bronze "T" shaped, 4 Light Chandelier having metal shades. Europe, circa 1990. 4 Lights. Dimensions: Height 59" Width 52" Depth 16" CW5639
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1990s European Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Pair of Antique Neoclassical Versailles Bronze and Crystal Pendant Chandeliers
Located in Dallas, TX
A charming pair of antique neoclassical Versailles painted bronze and Swarovski Strass crystal chandeliers. Wired faux electric candles. Eleg...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Bronze

Very Fine Gilt Bronze & Crystal "Basket" Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Very Fine Gilt Bronze & Crystal "Basket" chandelier. France, circa 1930. 1 Light Neo Classical style. Dimensions: Height 18" Diameter 12" CW5269.
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1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Bronze

20th Century Classicist Style Swedish Empire Ceiling Candelabra
Located in Berlin, DE
Swedish Empire ceiling candelabra in classicist style. Polished brass and facet-ground prism hangings.
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20th Century Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Classic Tole and Gilt Bronze French Empire Chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
Impressive, excellently crafted empire style chandelier. Made in France. Notice nice definition in gilt work and impressive chain. Wired for USA with UL approved parts.
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze, Metal

Vintage Italian Neoclassical Style White and Gold Giltwood Arrow Chandelier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Remarkable vintage carved wood, gold gilt and white paint decorated Italian chandelier fixture in the neoclassical / Empire style. Item features six lights, scrolling iron arms with ...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

Neoclassical Opaque White Cast Glass Round Pendant Ceiling Light Fixture
Located in San Francisco, CA
A wonderful cast opaque white glass ceiling pendant in the classical taste, made by the Chicago Glass Company, decorated with double handled urns and acanthus leaf swags. Decorativ...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

A French 19th century Neo-Classical st Belle Époque period Ormolu chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A very attractive and most elegant French 19th century Neo-Classical st. Belle Époque period Ormolu and enameled Bronze chandelier. This impressive six light chandelier is centered b...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze, Ormolu

French Citrine Crystal Balloon Four Light Chandelier, Style of Maison Baguès
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
French Citrine Crystal Balloon Four Light Chandelier, Style of Maison Baguès France, circa 1960s This exquisite French Citrine Crystal Balloon Four-Light Chandelier, in the style of...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Foliage Crown Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Metal
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of light fixtures in gilt iron with foliage design. Spain, 1940s. These eye-catching flush mounts feature an structure made of gilt metal leaves surrounding a central light. The...
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20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf

Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Style Bronze and Alabaster Chandelier
Located in Chicago, IL
Made from bronze and fine-grained alabaster, the chandelier features hand-painted cherry blossoms on each cream-colored shade. When illuminated, these shades emit a warm amber glow, ...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Bronze

Pair of Early 20th C French Neoclassical Pendant Fixtures with Adjustable height
Located in Chicago, IL
Utilizing various designs from the ancient Greeks and Romans for inspiration, the neoclassical style of this pair of pendant lights is elegant and sophisticated with more classical e...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Neoclassical chandeliers and pendants for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical chandeliers and pendants 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 chandeliers and pendants created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, bronze and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical chandeliers and pendants made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original chandeliers and pendants, popular names associated with this style include Workstead, Edward F. Caldwell & Co., Maison Baguès, and Baccarat. 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 chandeliers and pendants differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $233 and tops out at $240,000 while the average work can sell for $6,500.

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