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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
Russian 19th Century Neoclassical St. Ormolu, Crystal, Glass & Mirror Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and extremely elegant Russian 19th century Neo-Classical st. ormolu, crystal, glass, and mirror chandelier. The eight arm chandelier displays a striking circular wrap arou...
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19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Ormolu

Workstead Tube Sconce / Flush Mount Small
Located in Floyd, VA
TUBE SCONCE SMALL is both intimately scaled and luminously impactful. With a bold yet compact beam of light this fixture is well suited to small and large spaces alike. ADA compliant. UL Listed. Damp...
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2010s American Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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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

Antique Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Cut Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional 19th century circular gilt bronze chandelier in the neoclassical style featuring a circular frame decorated with twisted ribbon, rosettes, drapery swags and beads, with h...
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Late 19th Century Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Antique Russian Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Cut Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A Fine Antique Russian Neoclassical Gilt Bronze & Cut Crystal Multi light chandelier embellished with cut crystal chains and prisms.
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20th Century European Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Bronze

Russian 19th c. Neo-Classical St. Crystal, Ormolu, Bronze & Glass Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and highly detailed Russian 19th century Neo-Classical st. Crystal, Ormolu, enameled Bronze and Glass chandelier. This most decorative seven light chandelier is centered a...
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19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu

A Baltic 19th century Neo-Classical st. Crystal and Ormolu chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most elegant and finely decorated Baltic 19th century Neo-Classical st. Crystal and Ormolu chandelier. This stunning twelve arm twelve light chandelier is centered by a circular ...
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19th Century Baltic Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Ormolu

Gilt Bronze Two Tier Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Gilt Bronze Two Tier Chandelier. 9 lights (3 on top & 6 on bottom). France, circa 1900. Dimensions: Height 33" Diameter 29" CW61
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Baltic 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Ormolu And Crystal Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A very unique and elegant Baltic 19th century Neo-Classical st. Ormolu and Crystal chandelier. This beautiful eight arm square chandelier has a highly detailed pierced Ormolu central...
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19th Century Baltic Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Ormolu

French Neoclassical Style Brass Lantern
Located in London, GB
French Neoclassical style brass lantern French, 20th century Measures: height 58 cm, diameter 23cm This fine hall lantern is crafted from brass in a classical style. The hexagon...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Historistic ceiling lamp with original glass shades
Located in Wien, AT
5 arms Historistic ceiling lamp with original glass shades Brass polished and stove enamelled
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1890s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

An Italian 18th century Neo-Classical st. giltwood and crystal chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning large scale Italian 18th century Neo-Classical st. giltwood and crystal chandelier. The fifty two arm two tiered chandelier is centered by a charming bottom crystal...
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18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal

1920's Silver Plated Caldwell Engraved Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's silver plated Caldwell chandelier with unusual scrolled arms with 8 lights
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

French Plafonnier 'Flush Mounted Pendant'
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fine flush mounted pendant gilt bronze, with handcut dome, France, circa 1900. Dimensions: Height 7 1/2" x diameter 14" CW1545.
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze, Clear and Blue Cut Glass Chandelier
Located in London, GB
This magnificent chandelier is composed of a variety of media, which beautifully contrast in their colour and qualities. This includes lustrous golden gilt bronze (ormolu), cut clear glass, and smooth cobalt blue glass. The chandelier will make a splendid addition to a luxury interior, either traditional or contemporary in its style. The chandelier features an elaborate gilt bronze top canopy, consisting of multiple leafy arms, which scroll in on themselves and terminate in rosettes. Clear cut glass...
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Late 19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Ormolu, Bronze

A Fine Antique French Neoclassical Style Carved Alabaster and Bronze Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A fine antique French neoclassical style carved alabaster and patinated bronze chandelier of fine detail embellished with neoclassical figures in relief playing musical instruments.
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20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Bronze

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

19th Century Giltwood, Brass and Multicolored Cut Glass Chandelier
Located in London, GB
This Italian chandelier is a beautiful, grand piece of design, composed of finely-carved giltwood, faceted clear glass, and jewel-like colored glass pendants. The item will look wond...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Russian 19th Century Neoclassical Style Ormolu and Crystal Chandelier
By Johan Zekh
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning Russian 19th century Neo-Classical st. ormolu and crystal chandelier, in the manner of Johan Zekh, one of Saint-Petersburg’s most celebrated masters. This ten light chande...
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19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Ormolu

Russian 19th Century Neoclassical St. Crystal and Gilt Nine-Light Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A spectacular and elegant Russian 19th century neo-classical st. crystal and gilt metal nine light chandelier. At the base above diamond pendants is an impressive blue glass urn shap...
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19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal

1900's Caldwell Large Silver Plated 12 Lights Chandelier with Engraved Details
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1900's Caldwell large silver plated 12 lights chandelier with a lot of engraved details
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Silver Plate, Bronze

French 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Ormolu And Crystal Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most impressive and unique French 19th century Neo-Classical st. Ormolu and crystal chandelier. The five arm, ten light chandelier is centered by three stunning tiers of prism shap...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Ormolu

Russian 19th century Neo-Classical st. Ormolu, Glass and Crystal chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An exquisite and high quality Russian 19th century Neo-Classical st. Ormolu, Glass and Crystal chandelier. This spectacular circular chandelier is centered at the bottom by hexagonal...
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19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Ormolu

Flush Mounted Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fine flush mounted plafonnier/pendant. Brass with frosted and cut glass dome. 3 lights, France, circa 1930 Dimensions: Height 14", diameter 18" CW2308.
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1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Bronze

Russian 19th Century Neoclassical St. Ormolu, Crystal and Green Glass Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An exceptional and most decorative Russian 19th century Neo-Classical st. ormolu, crystal, and green glass chandelier. The six arm chandelier is centered by a richly chased acorn finial and stunning hand blown emerald green central fut with beautiful sprays at the center spread over two tiers and adorned with lovely crystal rosettes...
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19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Ormolu

French Brass Chandelier with Crystal Drops Ceiling Pendant 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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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Gilt Bronze & Crystal Neo Classical Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fine gilt bronze and crystal Neoclassical chandelier, France, circa 1930. Dimensions: H: 33" D: 32" 12 Lights CW3313
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20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Osler English 2-Tier Swirl Crystal Chandelier
Located in Queens, NY
English (19th century) 2-tier swirl crystal 36 arm chandelier. (signed by OSLER)
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19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal

Italian 19th Century Neoclassical Style Giltwood and Ormolu Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful Italian 19th century neo-classical st. giltwood and ormolu chandelier. The six arm chandelier is centered by a lovely bottom finial amidst finely carved foliate designs a...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Ormolu

Large Swedish Ceiling Chandelier in Classicist Style
Located in Berlin, DE
Solid brass with an antique finish. Hangings from finely ground crystal. Measures: Diameter 64 cm, height 98 cm.
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20th Century German Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

French 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Bronze, Ormolu, And Crystal Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and very unique French 19th century neo-classical st. patinated bronze, ormolu, and Baccarat crystal chandelier. The eight arm chandelier is centered by a lovely bottom fl...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu

1920 Caldwell Bronze Chandelier With Patina 6 Lights
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1920’s Caldwell bronze chandelier with original patina, 6 lights. Could be silver plated. Available matching sconces in silver and bronze
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Pair of French 19th Century Neoclassical Style Ormolu and Verdigris Chandeliers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome and extremely decorative pair of French 19th century Neo-Classical st. ormolu and verdigris chandeliers. Each six arm seven light chand...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Ormolu

Baltic 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Ormolu, Crystal and Glass Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and extremely high-quality Baltic 19th century neo-classical st. ormolu, crystal, and smoked glass chandelier. The eight-light chandelier is centered by a charming bottom ...
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19th Century Baltic Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Ormolu

1920’s Caldwell Engraved Bronze Light Fixture With Brown Patina
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell bronze light fixture with brown patina and interior lights
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Italian Early 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Giltwood And Crystal Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful and most elegant Italian early 19th century Neo-Classical st. giltwood and crystal chandelier. The eight arm nine light chandelier is centered by an outstanding fitted cut crystal dome with lovely reeded designs housing a single hanging light bulb...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal

Silver-Plated Eight Light Crystal Chandelier
Located in London, GB
A fine silver plated (unusually thick silver plate on copper) eight-light, crystal chandelier with the original gadrooned ceiling rose, in the neoclassical manner, early 20th century.
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal

Versailles Chandelier with Swarovski Strass and Crystal Pendants
Located in Manhasset, NY
Versailles chandelier with Swarovski Strass and crystal pendants having a dark brownish almost black iron frame. Recently rewired. Ready to hang ...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal

Classic Alabaster Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully hand-carved alabaster bowl chandelier with the classic Greek Key motif. Held by bronze claws, chains and acanthus leaf canopy.
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Bronze

Fine and Elegant Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fine and elegant neoclassical gilt bronze chandelier. 6-light. France, circa 1910 Dimensions: Height 25" x diameter 23" CW3304.
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1910s French Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Baltic Early 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Ormolu Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful Baltic early 19th century Neo-Classical st. ormolu chandelier. The six arm chandelier is centered by an elegant and unique bottom finial with finely etched wrap around ba...
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19th Century Baltic Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Ormolu

Italian 19th Century Neoclassical Patinated Eight-Arm Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A wonderful and most unique Italian 19th century Neo-Classical patinated eight arm chandelier. The chandelier is centered by a lovely foliate bottom inverted finial below striking Le...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wood

Italian 19th Century Neoclassical St. Patinated Bronze and Ormolu Lantern
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most unique and high quality Italian 19th century Neo-Classical st. patinated bronze and ormolu hanging lantern. The lantern has three charming and expressive winged cherubs with r...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze, Ormolu

Pair of Small French Neoclassical Gilt Iron Crown Sunburst Light Fixtures
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of neoclassical style gilt iron leafed crown light fixtures or pendants. France, 1940s. Handcrafted in iron and covered with gold leaf. They wear frosted glass panels. Place ...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Gold Leaf, Metal, Iron

Light Brown Woven Raffia Wicker Bamboo Chandelier Lamp Shades, Set of 6
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A set of six woven wicker or raffia chandelier lampshades. This set will be great to add a coastal or traditional vibe or to update an existing c...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

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

French 19th Century Neoclassical Style Ormolu and Baccarat Crystal Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most elegant French 19th century Neo-Classical st. ormolu and Baccarat crystal eight arm chandelier. The chandelier is centered by a striking acorn finial amidst fine overlapping f...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, 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

Antique Silvered Metal 6-Light Chandelier Attributed to Edward Caldwell
Located in New York, NY
Silvered metal chandelier in the neoclassical style attributed to Edward F. Caldwell, measuring 22 inches across and 40 1/2 inches tall, with original ceiling plate, decorative chain...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

1920's English Silver Plated Bronze Large Chandelier with 36 lights
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1920's silver plated bronze chandelier with 36 lights. Beautiful large chandelier in very good condition. Available two cahndelier as a pair
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1920s English Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

French Brass Eight Light Chandelier With Fleur de Lis, Circa 1920 Large Scale
Located in Stamford, CT
French brass eight light chandelier decorated with fleur de lis, early 20th century. Beautifully crafted with a delicate bell shaped silhouette. Stylized floral motifs on top and sp...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Bronze Eight Light Chandelier With Greek Key Motif
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Impressive eight-light fixtures with wide frames in an elegant classical two-tone Greek key motif. With applied oval and round bronze rosettes underneath the frames. The lights with...
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20th Century Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Grape Adorned Alabaster Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Carved from a single piece of white alabaster stone, this light fixture mounts three bulbs for soft and elegant light diffusion. The electrical wiring is concealed in silk ropes. A n...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster

1900’s Caldwell Silver Plated Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900's Caldwell silver plated 8 lights chandelier very unusual floral design
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Silver Plate

Classic Elegant Cast Brass & Glass Lantern Chandelier
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Classic and elegant columnar brass and glass lantern having 4 candle lights.
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1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pineapple Bronze Chandelier with 8 Arms in the Style of Maison Charles
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice pineapple chandelier with 8 arms is made of finely chiseled bronze. This pendant shows a large pineapple on its center and small pineapples all around on each arm. Thi...
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Bronze Panel Round Bent Glass Lantern Four-Light Caldwell Urn Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful neoclassical or regency patina bronze, panel round bent glass lantern with four candelabra lights in the manner of E.F. Caldwell finished off with urn finials all the top...
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1930s Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

French Neoclassical Hanging Lantern
Located in Mexico, Ciudad de México
French Neoclassical six light lantern in brass with pinecone details on the bottom. Available in different finishes.
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2010s Mexican Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Neoclassical White Veined Alabaster 5 Arm Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Neoclassical style chandelier made of white and gray veined alabaster with a nickel finish steel chain. This light requires 10 E12 candelabra light bulbs. The price includes restorat...
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20th Century Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Steel

1900's Large Neoclassic Silver Plated Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1900's probably Caldwell 30 lights Neoclassic silver plated bronze chandelier with beautiful details, original finish and patina
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

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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