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
Period: Early 20th Century
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
Very Fine Hand Carved Wooden Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very fine hand carved wooden chandelier. Great carving work.
France, circa 1900. 4 lights.
Dimensions: Height 37" (can be shortened) ...
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wood
Antique Neoclassical Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Very fine gilt bronze and alabaster neoclassical style chandelier with sixteen lights.
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1910s French Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Bronze
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
Materials
Alabaster, Bronze
3 Fine French Neoclassical Brass Flush Mounts with Fluted Glass Shades
Located in Long Island City, NY
Three French neoclassical gilded lacquered brass flush mounts with a fluted glass diffuser.
Price is per piece and includes US re-wiring.
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Neoclassical Style Brass and Glass Pendant Light with Hand-Painted Landscape
Located in Barntrup, DE
Neoclassical style brass and glass pendant light with hand-painted landscape from circa the 1920s.
This stunning Neoclassical-style pendant light fixture features a yellow and pale s...
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
American Classic Urn shape Glass Chandelier
Located in Fairfax, VA
Beautiful case glass white/ clear satin urn shape chandelier with bronze hardware.
Professionally rewired and ready for installation.
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
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.
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster
Neo-Classic Style Crystal 9-Light Chandelier, Italy, Circa:1905
Located in Alexandria, VA
This unusual Empire shape fixture has a crisscross prism pattern and a crown that are uniquely the work of lighting shops in Florence in the early 20th century. The frame and candle ...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Metal
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
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Baguès Style Crystal & Silvered Gilt Iron Four-Light Chandeliers
Located in Bradenton, FL
This is a fabulous and unusual pagoda form chandelier that has a beautiful crown with draped crystals and beading. Early 20th century Baquès style crystal & silvered metal four-light...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Iron
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Pendant Chandelier with Ormolu and Glass
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 20th-century pendant chandelier was made in the Neoclassical style, which originated in Europe in the early 18th Century. The Neoclassical style was characterized by its s...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Ormolu, Brass, Bronze
Early 20th Century Italian Bronze and Crystal Chandelier.
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century ca. 1900 Italian Campaigne bronze and crystal chandelier.
2 Candelabra socket.
Category
Early 1900s Italian Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
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
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
1910's Caldwell Silver Plated Chandelier with 8 Lights
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1910's Caldwell silver plated bronze chandelier with 8 lights
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
Antique Neoclassical Cast Glass Bowl Light
Located in Canton, MA
Early 20th Century Cast Glass Bowl Light. Original airbrush painted finish in a light amber and green. The Glass is from c. 1910, and the fixture has been ...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
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
Materials
Brass
old chandelier in bronze and frosted glass decorated with engraved stars.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
old chandelier in bronze and frosted glass decorated with engraved stars.
Very good quality
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Antique French Amber Color Alabaster and Brass Pendant Light, circa 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
An absolutely adorable French pendant light featuring an alabaster shade in a lovely orange hue with gray and cream veining. The lampshade - bowl is suspended from three ornate brass...
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Alabaster, Brass
American Neoclassical Style Glass and Brass Chandelier
Located in Fairfax, VA
American 1920s heavy white glass, resemble white alabaster but much more durable in neoclassical style chandelier with brass chain and canopy.
Three lights, 150watts max each.
Profes...
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Czech Crystal Beaded Pendant Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous, Czech 1920s crystal beaded pendant chandelier in the neoclassical style.
The fixture consists of graduating glass beads secured by two brass, j...
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1920s Czech Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
American Neoclassical Style Glass and Brass Chandelier #3
Located in Fairfax, VA
American 1920's heavy marble like glass with classic design, brass chain and canopy.
Professionally rewired and ready for installation, three lights 150 watts max each.
Height can be...
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
1920's Caldwell Gilt Bronze Light Fixture with Opaline Glass
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell neoclassic style light fixtures with beautiful Opaline glass inset.
Category
1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
8-Light Beaded-Crystal Balloon Chandelier, Circa:1900, Italy
Located in Alexandria, VA
This whimsical inverted balloon fixture is an excellent example of a Neoclassical cage chandelier. While the original of the design was French, the intricate crystal bead work as wel...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Italian Nine Light Floral Chandelier
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Classic Italian chandelier crafted in metal with a sheaf shaft, nine arms with acanthus leaves and flowers and turned wood candle cups, all with a worn oxidized painted finish and fe...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
1910 French Neoclassic Cut Crystal Steel Framed Chandelier Signed Maison Bagues
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Beautiful c1910 French Neoclassic Cut Crystal Chandelier Signed by Maison Bagues. Stunning Steel Hexagon Frame. Highly detailed and reminiscent of a Russian Chandelier.
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1910s French Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
Early 20th Century French Iron and Crystal Chandelier.
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century ca. 1900 French Campaigne iron and crystal chandelier.
1 standart socket.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Iron
French Neoclassical Style White Glass and Bronze Pendant Light, circa 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
A beautiful Neoclassical style white milk glass pendant ceiling light fixture with an ornate bronze frame. France, 1920s.
This ado...
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
1920's Large Leaded Opaline Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's large leaded glass light fixture with 8-10 interior lights.
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Opaline Glass
1920's Caldwell Gilt Bronze Neoclassical Chandelier with Cut Glass
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze light fixture with cut glass inset. (6 interior lights)
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
1900s Caldwell Leaded Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Antique circa 1900’s Caldwell large white leaded glass light fixture with interior lights.
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
1920's American Leaded Glass Light fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's American leaded glass light fixture with 8 interior lights.
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
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
Materials
Bronze
French Neoclassical Style Bronze and Glass Ceiling Light Fixture, 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
French Neoclassical style bronze, brass, and glass ceiling light fixture, from circa the 1920s.
This adorable Neoclassical style three-light ceiling lamp features an impressive and o...
Category
1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze, Brass
1900's Caldwell Gilt Bronze Chandelier with cherubs
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1900's Caldwell Neoclassic gilt bronze chandelier with cherubs atop and engraved body. Available pair, also in one chandelier in...
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
1900's Silver Plated Neoclassic Chandelier with 16 lights
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1900's Neoclassic style two tiers 16 lights chandelier with Greek key design and black patina
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
1900's Gilt Bronze Caldwell 8 lights Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900's Caldwell gilt bronze 8 lights chandelier
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
1900's Large Caldwell Gilt Bronze Neoclassic Chandelier with 30 lights
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900's Caldwell 30 lights chandelier with Neoclassic design. (pair available)
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
1920s Caldwell Bronze 6 Lights Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell 6 lights chandelier with brown patinated finish
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
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
1900s Caldwell Leaded Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Antique a circa 1900 Caldwell large leaded glass light fixture with interior lights
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
1920's Caldwell Six Light Silver Plated Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell silver plated chandelier with six lights
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
1900's Caldwell 8 Lights Chandelier with Greek key
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900 silver plated Caldwell 8 lights chandelier with Greek key design (set available)
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze, Silver Plate
1900’s Caldwell Leaded Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930’s Caldwell leaded glass light fixture with interior lights
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
1900's Neoclassic Green and Gold Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900 Neoclassic style light fixture with Greek key design and interior lights
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Plaster
1920's Silver Plated Caldwell Chandelier with Gilt Ornaments
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell chandelier with gilded details ,matching sconces available.
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Gilt Bronze & Crystal Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Superb Gilt Bronze & Crystal Pendant featuring crystal "plumes", graduated chains of hand cut octagons and prisms. Impressive Size.
France, circa 1920. 8 lights.
Dimensions: Heig...
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
1920s Caldwell Silver Plated Light Fixture with Opaline glass
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920’s silver plate light fixture neoclassic style with Opaline glass inset and three lights
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
1900 Caldwell Neoclassical Bronze Chandelier with Opaline Glass
Located in New York, NY
A of circa 1900's Caldwell bronze lights fixtures with Opaline glass and interior lights
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Antique Brass Floral White Milk Glass Dish Pendant Light
Located in New York, NY
Neoclassical white glass dish pendant light with ornate cast details suspended from three chains with a brass fitter. Cleaned and restored. Takes th...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Antique Russian Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze and Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A Large Unique Antique Russian Neoclassical gilt bronze, crystal and blue glass chandelier of fine craftsmanship embellished with cut crystal prisms, crystal chains and a central blue cobalt glass dish...
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Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
1920's Silver Plated Caldwell Engraved Chandelier with
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's silver plated Caldwell chandelier with unusual scrolled arms with 8 lights
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
1900's Caldwell Bronze Chandelier with Greek Key
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1900's Caldwell neoclassic style chandelier with Greek key design
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
1900 Caldwell Silver Plated 16 Light Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900 Caldwell 16 lights silver plated chandeliers from a very prominent state in NYC with a beautiful neoclassic design
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
1920’s Silver Plated Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920’s Caldwell silver plated chandelier with six lights
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
1900’s Caldwell Neoclassical Silver Plated Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900’s Caldwell neoclassic style silver plated chandelier with 6 lights
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
1920's Silver plated Caldwell Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell silver plated chandelier with 8 lights
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Nickel, Bronze
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
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Silver Plate
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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