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Neoclassical Lighting

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 Paavo Tynell Pendant 1373 in Brass, Birch & Opaline Glass, Taito 1930s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful early example of Paavo Tynell’s 1930s lighting design, model 1373/5. A decorative piece with a dark stained birch ball in the center, five gracefully curved cast brass ar...
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1930s Finnish Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Brass

Caldwell Patinated Bronze Light Fixture with Glass inset Circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1900 Caldwell gilt bronze and brown patented light fixture with leaded glass, 6 interior lights. Available 8 items, price per item
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Neoclassical Pair of Gilt Bronze Bouillotte Lamps, France, Early 20th Century
Located in Bochum, NRW
A distinguished pair of early 20th-century French Bouillotte table lamps in gilt bronze, embodying the elegance and symmetry of neoclassical design. Crafted with substantial weight ...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

SUPER DESIGN Pendant Light with Stunning Sculptural ARTISTRY Alabaster Shade
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and majestic, three-light alabaster pendant light with gilt bronze ram head mounts. This rare fixture comes with a stunning design and a superbly polished alabaster shade. This...
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Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Alabaster, Brass, Bronze

Classic Brass adjustable Floor lamp 1970s Germany
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice Classic Floor lamp . Adjustable in height . comes with a Linen shade . Large E27 bulb needed . foot switch . Nice patine . Good condition .
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1970s German Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

Neoclassical style. Hand-carved alabaster table lamp, Spain, 1950s
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Hand-carved alabaster table lamp formed by two assembled parts: base and diffuser. Both pieces are hand-worked and turned, offering vegetal shapes of roses where the light is diffuse...
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1950s Spanish Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Alabaster

Artisan Blacksmith Work of a Sailing Ship Frigate in the Shap of a hanging lamp
Located in Hannover, DE
This lamp is made of wrought iron, and it's a perfect example of the amazing artistic and craftsmanship of the 19th century. Every part of this lamp is lovingly crafted by hand, ensu...
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1850s French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Iron

Italian Brass Chandelier 1920 Hand-Knotted Crystals in Amber Smoke Grey Clear
Located in Berlin, DE
This elegant chandelier was crafted in Italy around 1920 and reflects the refined neoclassical Historicist style of the early 20th century. It combines the decorative tradition of th...
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1920s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Matching Pair of Large Early School House Flush Mounts
Located in Peekskill, NY
This are the real thing... early school house lamps. This is about as large as they came and in a unique style that you don't see reproduced. This is an impressive pair of milk glass...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Milk Glass

Pair of Electrified 18th century Wrought Iron European Wall Sconces
Located in Leesburg, VA
Pair of Electrified 18th century Wrought Iron European Wall Sconces Anonymous Europe; late18th century Iron Approximate size: 26.5 (h) x 15 (w) x 5.5 (d) in. each This exquisite p...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Iron

Large English Bronze Corinthian Column Lantern
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
A distinguished and substantial bronze lantern of impressive scale, finely cast and exhibiting exceptional architectural detail. The rectangular body is framed by four elegant Corint...
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Mid-20th Century English Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

1940 French Gilt Bronze Scalloped Chandelier 12 Lights
Located in New York, NY
circa 1940’s French gilt bronze scalloped shape chandelier with 12 lights
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

French Neoclassical Style Gilt Brass and Glass Ceiling Light, 1920s
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Neoclassical style bronze, brass, and frosted glass ceiling light fixture, circa 1920s. This adorable Neoclassical style three-light ceiling lamp features an impressiv...
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Brass

Thew Brushed Brass Wall Light with Ochre Glass Shade by Artig
Located in New York City, NY
This brass wall lamp is part of the Thew family - strong, sturdy, modern yet classically trained in the ethos of early 20th-century design. Made of hand-brushed brass with an ochre glass shade that gives off a warm translucent glow. Thew can live perfectly in your built-ins, hallway, or over your bedside table. -Brass E26 socket. 4.5W dimmable LED bulb included. -Choose wiring: hardwire or plugin -Choose cord color: off white, dark green, brown or custom color -Choose wire side: Left-side (facing), Right-side (facing) All Artig Lighting...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

Neoclassical White Florentine Alabaster Table Lamp with Leaf Relief, Italy
Located in Grythyttan, SE
Discover elegance with this finely carved Florentine alabaster table lamp, a timeless and ornate piece. Crafted in the 20th century, its exquisite baluster-shaped design features han...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Lighting

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Alabaster

Huge Neoclassical Alabaster Urn Lamp and Column Pedestal Stand
Located in Barcelona, ES
Monumental alabaster pedestal-mounted large scale neoclassical urn vase lamp. Spain, 1920-1930s. This ginormous urn lamp with handles has an elegant design an amazing aged patina. Standing on classical column pedestal. These opulent alabaster floor lamps provide a charming light and they have a gorgeous appearance when lit. The pedestal and the urn can be placed together or displayed separately as both parts have independent lights. Placed in a main entry hall, besdie a door in any other room or near a console table they will be stunning. Eye-catching used alone or with other alabaster urn table lamps and floor lamps to create a theatrical atmosphere (as shown at the images) On sale as a set ( column pedestal stand...
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20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Alabaster

SET of 6 French Neoclassical Bronze "Mr North Wind" Gas Converted Wall Sconces
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Set of 6 Antique 19thc French Bronze Gas Converted Wall Sconces. Featuring Mr North Wind blowing beauty. Newly wired and ready to mount. French estate find.
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1850s French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Lamp
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Amazing French 19th century Neoclassical-theme table lamp, recently converted from gas to electric. The new lampshade features a black exterior and silver, tortoiseshell pattern on t...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass, Bronze

Antique Pair Ormolu Hand Carved Bovine Candlesticks Table Lamps Chinese Japanese
Located in Dublin, Ireland
An exceptionally fine and quite rare Pair of Asian Hand Carved Bovine and ormolu early Victorian Single Light Candlesticks of tall slender form and fairly large proportions, now conv...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Silver Plate, Ormolu

2 swiveling bronze Historistic Wall lamps with glass shades vienna around 1890s
Located in Wien, AT
2 swiveling bronze Historistic Wall lamps with glass shades vienna around 1890s Polished and stove enameled Original antique glass shades
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1890s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Visual Comforts Patinated Bronze Neo Classical Empire Brass Shade Table Lamps
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
Charming pair of patinated bronze/brass table lamps by Visual Comforts.
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21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

Neoclassical Alabaster Urn Uplighter Lamp
Located in Barcelona, ES
Sculptural alabaster Art Deco period urn table lamp with neoclassical design, Italy, 1940s. This elegant carved alabaster neoclassical 'uplighter' urn lamp will be a nice addition pl...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Alabaster

Pillaret Trio Table Lamp by Studio Dunn
Located in Rumford, RI
Our clover-shaped table lamp compels attention with both organic flow and precise symmetry. The optional diffusor softens the light above, while the three-column shade creates a lumi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Tall Carved Alabaster Marble and Bronze Urn Table Lamp, Italy
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Beautifully carved Italian alabaster marble handled urn table lamp, early 20th century. Classic urn form features decorative bronze fittings, sculptural curved side handles, and a fluted column plinth...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Alabaster, Marble, Bronze

French Pair of Corinthian Column Lamps with Linen Shades
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Polished in taste and patina, these vintage French Neoclassical-theme table lamps are a fantastic choice for buffet lighting, side tables, or bedside lamps. The silver metal lamps ar...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Metal

Workstead Bole Sconce in Color
Located in Floyd, VA
Bole positions a rotund form beneath a fabric shade, presenting a grounded yet buoyant composition for the wall. Available in White or Black Enamel, each version provides the perfect...
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2010s American Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Enamel

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 Lighting

Materials

Bronze

1970s Elegant France Neoclassic Brass Lantern with Curved Glass
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Brass lantern with curved glass from France, 1970. This elegant pendant light features a classic design with a polished brass frame and curved glass panels, creating a timeless look....
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Late 20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

1900 Caldwell Bronze and Leaded Glass Large Lantern
Located in New York, NY
circa 1900 Caldwell patinated bronze and leaded glass large lantern with interior lights (8 Edison base)
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Collection of Classic Octagon Closed Bell Pendents
Located in Peekskill, NY
These are nice classic pendents. The shape is a closed bell in an octagon. The look is elegant and up scale. Its milk glass with a unique egg shell finish. It still uses the original...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Milk Glass

Manifattura Artistica Le Porcellane Italian Gold-Plated Table Lamp Hand Painted
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Manifattura Artistica Le Porcellane is an Italian company, which for over 70 years, skilled hands give life to valuable achievement...
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1990s Italian Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Porcelain, Fabric

Workstead Pendolo Sconce Small
Located in Floyd, VA
The Pendolo Sconce is composed of a directional fabric cone, radiating a subtle cast of light into a space - and a focused beam of light - in a myriad o...
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2010s American Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Nickel

Pair of Italian Gilt Metal and Crystal Two-Light Sconces in the Style of Bagues
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of sconces, each having a backplate of scrolling gilt metal, adorned with faceted crystal prisms, drops, and pendants; floral rosettes petals pay homage to the styles of Maison ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Vintage Traditional Neoclassical Georgian Lamps Rouge Marble Column Table lamps
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
Vintage High end Italian marble alabaster column table lamps Traditional High End Neoclassical Georgian Lamps Red Rouge Marble Column Table Lamps Style: Napoleonic, Empire, Regency, ...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Alabaster, Marble

Vintage Stiffel Neoclassical Brass Cannonball Column Table Lamps - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Stiffel Neoclassical Brass Cannonball Column Table Lamps - a Pair. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 36" H (to finial) x 26" H (to light socket) x 8.25" W x 8.25" D. {3-...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

A Pair of POSTMODERN NEOCLASSICAL Wall LAMPS Sconces France 1990-2000
Located in PARIS, FR
A thin and elegant pair of (double) wall appliques sconces, to be attributed, France 1990-2000. Each sample consists in a single curved wall base with 2 short arms holding 2 long ver...
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1990s French Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Metal

Pair of Antique Neoclassical Style Column Marble Table Lamps
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Newly Rewired, New Custom Linen Shades Dimensions: 32.25”H x 4.75”W x 4.75”D Shade: 10"H x 17"W x 17"D This elegant pair of marble table lamps dates to the 1930s and sho...
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1930s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Marble

Historistic brass ceiling lamp with cut glass shade vienna around 1890s
Located in Wien, AT
Historistic brass ceiling lamp with cut glass shade vienna around 1890s Brass polished and stove enameled Original cut glass shade
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1890s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

Antique Pair Black Opaline Neoclassical Table Lamps.
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Antique Pair Black Opaline Neoclassical Table Lamps. Two matching slim black opaline table lamps in neoclassical style made circa 1890. Brass column neck and baluster shaped black ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Marble, Metal, Brass

Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Style Bronze Bouillotte Lamp
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Mid-20th century bronze swan motif bouillotte lamp. Neoclassical style. Double light. Green paint & gilt bronze. Green tole shade with gilt repetitive motif borders. 8.25" dia. shade...
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Mid-20th Century European Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Large Pair of French Patinated Bronze Neoclassical Sconces, Mid 20th Century
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large Pair of French Patinated Bronze Neoclassical Sconces with Empire Influences, Mid-20th Century, Candelabra Bulb up to 60W A grand pair of French patinated bronze wall sconces, ...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

1920's Silver Plated Caldwell One Light Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell one light sconces with scalloped backplate
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

Bronze and Alabaster Sconces by Thierry Despont
Located in Hudson, NY
The work and designs of Terry Desmond have been legendary for their quality and attention to detail. These sconces by Terry are no exception. While Thierry Despont (1948 - 2023) was ...
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1990s American Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Alabaster, Bronze

1900 Caldwell Etched Mirror Single Light Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900's Caldwell etched mirrored sconces with one light. Available 2 pairs
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Striking Classical Design Press Glass with Original Rope Pendant / Light Fixture
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish and practical size 1920s ceiling lamp. This rare and thick glass shade pendant comes with a number of striking, neoclassical features that...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

19th Century Gilt Bronze and Crystal Six Light Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Antique (late 19th century) six light chandelier in the neoclassical style crafted from gilt bronze and crystal glass, electrified with candelabra size sockets and wiring, ready for ...
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Late 19th Century Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

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 Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Huge Spanish Neoclassical Alabaster Urn Table Lamp with Winged Dragons
Located in Barcelona, ES
One of a kind Carved Alabaster Urn Lamp with Winged Dragon Handles, Spain, 1930s This stunning Art Deco period alabaster lamp has an elegant neoclassical urn design with foliage carv...
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20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Alabaster

French Neoclassical Style Brass and Beveled Clear Glass Hexagonal Lantern, 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
French brass and beveled clear glass hexagonal hanging lantern from circa the 1920s. This adorable three-light antique pendant lantern features...
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

1930's French Gilt Bronze Light Fixtures with Opaline Glass
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930 French gilt bronze light fixture with 2 interior lights, and Opaline glass inset from a Paris Hotel (available also in silver finish)
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1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Neoclassical Style 8-Iight Italian Porcelain and Brass Chandelier, 1960s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Elegant neoclassical style chandelier, eight lights, in porcelain decorated in pure gold and gold plated brass. Italian production from the 1960s.
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1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Gold, Brass

Vintage Italian Neoclassical White Marble Column Form Table Lamps - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian Neoclassical White Marble Column Form Table Lamps - a Pair. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 34.5" H (to finial) x 22.5" H (to light socket) x 5.5" W x 5.5" D. {...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Marble, Brass

Neo Classic Dolphin Brass Marble Library Table Table
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Neoclassical style brass dolphin motif and marble table or desk lamp. Nicely chased detailing on brass dolphins, center portion solid round green marble, resting on black leather wra...
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1960s European Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Marble, Brass

French Alabaster Neoclassical Pedestal Lamp-Column Lamp-Silk Lamp Shade-60
Located in Bussiere Dunoise, Nouvel Aquitaine
Magnificent French finely carved Alabaster Lamp in Neoclassical Style and with Silk Shade from the 60s The soft Colors vary from beige to brown-rose and reflect the Classic Style T...
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Alabaster, Metal, Metallic Thread, Brass

1920s Silver Plated Caldwell Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell silver plated sconces with two lights
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

Neoclassical Pair of Wildwood Black and Gold Table Lamps with Paw Feet
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Impressive pair of square columnar neoclassical style table lamps by Wildwood having urn decoration and a rich leathery texture. Fancy antiqued brass paw feet complete the rich styl...
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1990s American Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Metal

Fine Pair of French Neoclassical Urn Lamps in Veined Marble and Gilt Bronze, 19t
Located in Lincoln, GB
Fine Pair of French Neoclassical Urn Lamps in Veined Marble and Gilt Bronze, 19th Century A distinguished and highly decorative pair of late ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Marble

Italian Empire Crystal and Gilt Tole Chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
Italian Empire crystal and gilt tole chandelier circa 1850-1879. Neoclassical style chandelier decorated in gilded pierced repousse tole bands. Strung with clear crystal prisms and p...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Iron, Tin, Gold Leaf

Art Deco Alabaster Urn Uplighter Lamp, White and Yelow Color, France, circa 1940
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Sculptural alabaster Art Deco period Urn table lamp with neoclassical design, France, 1940s. This elegant carved alabaster neoclassical 'upligh...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Alabaster

French 19th Century Bronze Putti Candelabra Lamps Pair
Located in New York, NY
Spectacular Pair of 19th century French Gilt Bronze Putti Candelabra lamps. Neoclassical Pair French Gilt Bronze Putti Candelabra Lamps. Original marble socle bases. A true pair h...
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1890s French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Marble, Brass, Bronze

Neoclassical lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical lighting 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 lighting 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 lighting 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 lighting, popular names associated with this style include Edward F. Caldwell & Co., Workstead, Maison Baguès, and Gherardo Degli Albizzi. 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 lighting differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $140 and tops out at $240,000 while the average work can sell for $3,427.

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