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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.

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Style: Neoclassical
Very Fine Gilt Bronze & Crystal "Basket" Chandelier
Very Fine Gilt Bronze & Crystal "Basket" Chandelier

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 Lighting

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Crystal, Bronze

1920's Neoclassic Style Gilt Bronze One light Sconces
1920's Neoclassic Style Gilt Bronze One light Sconces

1920's Neoclassic Style Gilt Bronze One light Sconces

Located in New York, NY

A pair of 1920’s gilt bronze sconces neoclassic style with one light

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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

French Modern Neoclassical Style Brass and Blown Glass Chandeliers/ Lanterns
French Modern Neoclassical Style Brass and Blown Glass Chandeliers/ Lanterns

French Modern Neoclassical Style Brass and Blown Glass Chandeliers/ Lanterns

Located in New York, NY

Elegant and Timeless French Mid-century style Modern Neoclassical lanterns / pendants / chandeliers. Sober, tasteful with the highest quality materials and workmanship, handcrafted g...

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Late 20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

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Brass

1920's Neoclassic Style Gilt Bronze Sconces
1920's Neoclassic Style Gilt Bronze Sconces

1920's Neoclassic Style Gilt Bronze Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Pair of circa 1920's gilt bronze neoclassic style double light sconces

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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Maison Baguès Bronze and Enamel 'Feuillage' 3-Light Wall Sconces France, Pair
Maison Baguès Bronze and Enamel 'Feuillage' 3-Light Wall Sconces France, Pair

Maison Baguès Bronze and Enamel 'Feuillage' 3-Light Wall Sconces France, Pair

By Maison Baguès

Located in Miami, FL

Superb pair of Maison Baguès 3 lights wall sconces in great bronze quality and colorful enamel. Both came from the same house. Original foil label on the reverse, Baguès, Paris. Pe...

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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Bronze, Enamel

French Bronze and Brass Table Lamp, 1940s
French Bronze and Brass Table Lamp, 1940s

French Bronze and Brass Table Lamp, 1940s

Located in Buchanan, NY

Beautifully turned bronze and brass give this French table lamp from the 1940s its refined character and timeless appeal. Finished in a warm English brass patina, its classically ins...

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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Bronze, Brass

Magnificent Decorative Gilt & Crystal Chandelier With 35 Arms
Magnificent Decorative Gilt & Crystal Chandelier With 35 Arms

Magnificent Decorative Gilt & Crystal Chandelier With 35 Arms

Located in London, GB

This is an exceptional gilded brass and crystal chandelier, a grand statement piece , richly adorned with hand-cut glass and intricate classical detailing. This 35 light chandelier ...

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1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Crystal, Metal

Wonderful French Empire Neoclassical Regency Bronze Patinated Bouillotte Lamp
Wonderful French Empire Neoclassical Regency Bronze Patinated Bouillotte Lamp

Wonderful French Empire Neoclassical Regency Bronze Patinated Bouillotte Lamp

Located in Roslyn, NY

A wonderful French Empire neoclassical regency bronze patinated Bouillotte lamp with 3 candelabra sockets Completely rewired and ready to enjoy.

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20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

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Bronze

1950's French Neoclassical style "Winged Lion Holding Lamp"  Table Lamp
1950's French Neoclassical style "Winged Lion Holding Lamp"  Table Lamp

1950's French Neoclassical style "Winged Lion Holding Lamp" Table Lamp

Located in Opa Locka, FL

1950's Neoclassical style "Winged Lion" Patinate & Gilt Metal Table Lamp. Shade is included.

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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Metal

1930 Gilt Bronze Sunburst Sconces 2 Lights
1930 Gilt Bronze Sunburst Sconces 2 Lights

1930 Gilt Bronze Sunburst Sconces 2 Lights

Located in New York, NY

pair pf circa 1930's gilt bronze sconces with sunburst shaped backplate

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1930s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Neoclassical Style Brass and Wood Floor Lamp in the Style of Maison Jansen
Neoclassical Style Brass and Wood Floor Lamp in the Style of Maison Jansen

Neoclassical Style Brass and Wood Floor Lamp in the Style of Maison Jansen

By Maison Jansen

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

This nice and unusual neoclassical style floor lamp is made of brass with a mahogany round shelf. Thisis a French work in the style of Maison Jansen. Circa 1940

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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Brass

Vintage Art Deco Style Alabaster and Brass 12-Light Chandelier
Vintage Art Deco Style Alabaster and Brass 12-Light Chandelier

Vintage Art Deco Style Alabaster and Brass 12-Light Chandelier

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Vintage brass and alabaster 12-light chandelier in Art Deco style. The chandelier is made with genuine Spanish alabaster and multi-ribbed polished brass. Tiered Lighting designed ...

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20th Century Neoclassical Lighting

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Alabaster, Brass

Neoclassical Table Lamp in patinated metal. 1940s.
Neoclassical Table Lamp in patinated metal. 1940s.

Neoclassical Table Lamp in patinated metal. 1940s.

By Metal Art

Located in Bromma, SE

Neoclassical Metal Table Lamp in Column form. Sweden, 1930s. Atelier made lamp shade is included, pick any of the shades on the pictures. Great Condition with only small signs of ...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Neoclassical Lighting

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Metal

Pair of Andre Arbus Bronze Arrow Sconces 2 Lights, Wall Lamp French Neoclassical
Pair of Andre Arbus Bronze Arrow Sconces 2 Lights, Wall Lamp French Neoclassical

Pair of Andre Arbus Bronze Arrow Sconces 2 Lights, Wall Lamp French Neoclassical

By André Arbus

Located in Miami, FL

Superb pair of Andre Arbus style arrow sconces, wall lights in bronze with black & gold clip on Paper Shades. US Rewired and in working condition, each Sconce takes 2 light bulbs wi...

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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Brass, Bronze

Gilt Nickel & White Opaline Ostrich Egg Table Lamp in style of Maison Charles
Gilt Nickel & White Opaline Ostrich Egg Table Lamp in style of Maison Charles

Gilt Nickel & White Opaline Ostrich Egg Table Lamp in style of Maison Charles

By Maison Charles

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

Gilt nickel and white opaline ostrich egg table lamp. French work in the style of Maison Charles. Circa 1970 We can have the table lamp rewired by our electrician for a French use bu...

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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Metal

James Mont Style Neoclassical Black Urn Lamps with Brass Handles by Stiffel 1960
James Mont Style Neoclassical Black Urn Lamps with Brass Handles by Stiffel 1960

James Mont Style Neoclassical Black Urn Lamps with Brass Handles by Stiffel 1960

By Stiffel, William Billy Haines, James Mont

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Gorgeous pair of fully restored neoclassical Stiffel table lamps freshly lacquered in black with polished brass handles. Unapologetically refined and upper crust. Oozing elegance and...

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1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Pair c1913 E.F. Caldwell Neoclassic Bronze & Silverplate Wall Sconces
Pair c1913 E.F. Caldwell Neoclassic Bronze & Silverplate Wall Sconces

Pair c1913 E.F. Caldwell Neoclassic Bronze & Silverplate Wall Sconces

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Opa Locka, FL

Pair of Documented c1913 Bronze/ Silverplate Neoclassical Wall Sconces by E.F. Caldwell. Please look closely at the pictures the detail is amazing! I purchased these directly from an...

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1910s North American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Danish Neoclassical Bronze Table Lamp with Animal Paw Base
Danish Neoclassical Bronze Table Lamp with Animal Paw Base

Danish Neoclassical Bronze Table Lamp with Animal Paw Base

Located in Kastrup, DK

Danish table lamp crafted in bronze and dark-patinated brass, featuring a slender column and a three-footed base with decorative animal paws. Inspired by classical antiquity and arch...

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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Superb Gilt Bronze and Crystal Lantern, France, circa 1900
Superb Gilt Bronze and Crystal Lantern, France, circa 1900

Superb Gilt Bronze and Crystal Lantern, France, circa 1900

Located in Atlanta, GA

A very fine gilt bronze lantern oval convex panels, cut and beveled, France, circa 1900. Dimensions: H 37" D 19" 4 lights AH477.

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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

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Crystal, Bronze

Small Gilt Bronze & Crystal Chandelier
Small Gilt Bronze & Crystal Chandelier

Small Gilt Bronze & Crystal Chandelier

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Very Fine Small Gilt Bronze & Crystal Chandelier by Baccarat. Great Condition. All original. France, circa 1920. Dimensions: Height 17 1/2" Diameter 12" CW5518

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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Neoclassical Bronze Lantern with Corinthian Columns, 1930
Neoclassical Bronze Lantern with Corinthian Columns, 1930

Neoclassical Bronze Lantern with Corinthian Columns, 1930

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

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Bronze

Neoclassical Style Brass Floor Lamp in the Style of Maison Jansen
Neoclassical Style Brass Floor Lamp in the Style of Maison Jansen

Neoclassical Style Brass Floor Lamp in the Style of Maison Jansen

By Maison Jansen

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

This very nice and elegant neoclassical style floor lamp is made of brass with a black shade, gilt inside. This is a French Work in the style of Maison Jansen. Circa 1940

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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Brass

Pair of Antique Russian Neoclassical Ormolu and Opaline Glass Candelabras
Pair of Antique Russian Neoclassical Ormolu and Opaline Glass Candelabras

Pair of Antique Russian Neoclassical Ormolu and Opaline Glass Candelabras

Located in New York, NY

An exquisite pair of antique Russian neoclassical ormolu and blue opaline glass candelabras. Each candelabra is centered by a turquoise-blue opaline glass sphere, mounted on a gilt b...

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19th Century Ukrainian Antique Neoclassical Lighting

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Crystal, Marble, Bronze

Pair of Neoclassical Brushed Steel & Brass Floor Lamp In the Style of M. Charles
Pair of Neoclassical Brushed Steel & Brass Floor Lamp In the Style of M. Charles

Pair of Neoclassical Brushed Steel & Brass Floor Lamp In the Style of M. Charles

By Maison Jansen

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

This very nice and unusual pair of neoclassical style floor lamps is made of brushed steel and brass with hunting horns. This is a French work in the style of Maison Charles. Circa 1940

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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Brass, Steel

Fine Large Pair of Antique Neoclassical, Campagna Shaped Bronze Urns or Lamp
Fine Large Pair of Antique Neoclassical, Campagna Shaped Bronze Urns or Lamp

Fine Large Pair of Antique Neoclassical, Campagna Shaped Bronze Urns or Lamp

Located in New York, NY

A fine pair of antique neoclassical grand tour period, two-toned patinated and doré bronze, Campagna shaped two handled urns. Each beautifully resting on an original rouge marble pli...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

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Marble, Bronze

Pair of 19th C French Neoclassical Gilt Opaline Glass Lamps 'Venus & Neptune'
Pair of 19th C French Neoclassical Gilt Opaline Glass Lamps 'Venus & Neptune'

Pair of 19th C French Neoclassical Gilt Opaline Glass Lamps 'Venus & Neptune'

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of 19th C French Neoclassical Gilt Opaline Glass Lamps 'Venus & Neptune' The Vases, France, Later 19th Century - Lamped in the 20th century A truly stunning pair of French Ne...

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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

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Opaline Glass

Mid-19th Century Continental Austrian Crystal Chandelier, Eight Arms
Mid-19th Century Continental Austrian Crystal Chandelier, Eight Arms

Mid-19th Century Continental Austrian Crystal Chandelier, Eight Arms

Located in Queens, NY

Continental Austrian (Possibly Mid-19th Century) crystal chandelier with 8 arms emanating from a crystal & scalloped silver gilt stem & draped with drops and pendants.

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19th Century Austrian Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Maison Jansen Bronze Hand Sconces, 3 pairs available
Pair of Maison Jansen Bronze Hand Sconces, 3 pairs available

Pair of Maison Jansen Bronze Hand Sconces, 3 pairs available

By Maison Jansen

Located in Miami, FL

Superbe pair of bronze sconces figuring A feminine hand holding a cornucopia, rare model from 1940. Refinished and US rewired, 60 watts max bulb. New opaline globe. Back plate dime...

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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Bronze

Pair French Neoclassical Crystal, Silverplated & Engraved Mirror Sconces
Pair French Neoclassical Crystal, Silverplated & Engraved Mirror Sconces

Pair French Neoclassical Crystal, Silverplated & Engraved Mirror Sconces

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of French Neoclassical Crystal, Silverplated, and Engraved Mirror Sconces  France, 1920-1940, Art Deco in period, Neoclassical in design  A stunning pair of French Neoclassical...

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20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Neoclassical Brass & Silver Plated Lantern with Strong Rounded Faux-Glass Plast
Neoclassical Brass & Silver Plated Lantern with Strong Rounded Faux-Glass Plast

Neoclassical Brass & Silver Plated Lantern with Strong Rounded Faux-Glass Plast

By Maison Jansen

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

This neoclassical large lantern is made of brass and silver plated with strong plastic rounded faux-glass. This is a French work, in the style of famous Maison Jansen, circa 1970.

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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass, Silver

Pair Chinese Mirror Black Vases Mounted as Lamps
Pair Chinese Mirror Black Vases Mounted as Lamps

Pair Chinese Mirror Black Vases Mounted as Lamps

Located in Pasadena, CA

This is a very good pair of Chinese Mirror Black Porcelain Vases that have been fitted as lamps. The black vases have been paired with gilt bronze stands and covers and with the high...

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Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Late 19th Century Caldwell Bronze Chandelier
Late 19th Century Caldwell Bronze Chandelier

Late 19th Century Caldwell Bronze Chandelier

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in New York, NY

A late 19th Century Caldwell neoclassical style bronze chandelier with Greek key design and crystals hangings

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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Antique Chandelier, 19th Century Gilt Bronze
Antique Chandelier, 19th Century Gilt Bronze

Antique Chandelier, 19th Century Gilt Bronze

Located in Atlanta, GA

Magnificent mid-19th century chandelier, original mercury gilding showing a rich contrast of matte and burnished areas. The chandelier features a profuse array of Neoclassical orname...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze and Crystal Chandelier
Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze and Crystal Chandelier

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 Lighting

Maison Arlus Neoclassical Brass & Crystal Glass Table Lamp Black Drum Shade
Maison Arlus Neoclassical Brass & Crystal Glass Table Lamp Black Drum Shade

Maison Arlus Neoclassical Brass & Crystal Glass Table Lamp Black Drum Shade

By Arlus

Located in Miami, FL

Glass & brass table lamp with clip on harp and black fabric shade neoclassical by Maison Charles, France 1950. US Rewiring, lamp takes 1 small candelabra light bulbs with max 60 wa...

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20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

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Crystal, Brass

Beautiful Bronze and Brass Floor Lamp with Brass Shade
Beautiful Bronze and Brass Floor Lamp with Brass Shade

Beautiful Bronze and Brass Floor Lamp with Brass Shade

By Atelier Jean Perzel

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

This floor lamp is all made of bronze and brass, including its shade which is made of brass. There is a circle space on the top of the shade which shows a light's circle when the lig...

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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Brass, Bronze

Early 20th-Century Carved Alabaster & Ormolu Urn-Form Table Lamp, Italy
Early 20th-Century Carved Alabaster & Ormolu Urn-Form Table Lamp, Italy

Early 20th-Century Carved Alabaster & Ormolu Urn-Form Table Lamp, Italy

Located in Skien, NO

Early 20th-Century Neoclassical Alabaster Table Lamp A refined neoclassical table lamp from the early 20th century, expertly hand-carved from creamy-white alabaster with brass ornam...

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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Lighting

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Alabaster, Brass

Pair of Antique French Neoclassical Rock Crystal and Ormolu Lamps
Pair of Antique French Neoclassical Rock Crystal and Ormolu Lamps

Pair of Antique French Neoclassical Rock Crystal and Ormolu Lamps

Located in New York, NY

Extraordinary pair of antique French neoclassical and Empire style rock crystal and ormolu lamps. Rock crystal at the base is adorned with decorations of the classical instrument the...

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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

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Rock Crystal, Ormolu

Large Alabaster Table Lamp
Large Alabaster Table Lamp

Large Alabaster Table Lamp

Located in Swadlincote, GB

A super quality large white alabaster table lamp, in very good overall condition, rewired and ready for use. 20" high without shade 6" square base You are welcome to view this item...

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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Lighting

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Alabaster

Neoclassical Column Lamp, Silver Plate Over Brass, French Design, 1930
Neoclassical Column Lamp, Silver Plate Over Brass, French Design, 1930

Neoclassical Column Lamp, Silver Plate Over Brass, French Design, 1930

Located in Austin, TX

Neoclassical lamp from France made of silver plate over brass. This piece boasts the design details of a Roman Corinthian column. It has been newly wired to US standards and is in ve...

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1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Metal, Silver Plate

André Arbus Bronze & Black Hand Two-Arm Sconce Wall Light Neoclassical, Pair
André Arbus Bronze & Black Hand Two-Arm Sconce Wall Light Neoclassical, Pair

André Arbus Bronze & Black Hand Two-Arm Sconce Wall Light Neoclassical, Pair

By André Arbus

Located in Miami, FL

Very elegant pair of André Arbus French bronze neoclassical black hand sconce with two arms, wall light with black & gold paper shades. Priced by pair. US rewiring and each takes 2...

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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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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.