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
Antique Russian Neoclassical Balloon Form Silvered Bronze and Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A very unique antique Russian neoclassical balloon form silvered bronze, cut crystal and glass multi light chandelier of superb quality. T...
Category
Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
An Important 19th Century Neoclassic Gilt Bronze & Crystal Chandelier
Located in Sheffield, MA
An Important 19th Century Neoclassic
Gilt Bronze & Crystal Chandelier
Russian
19th Century
Eight light chandelier with gilt bronze swans
Height 48 in. Diameter 36 in.
P...
Category
Late 19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
$43,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Italian Neo Classic Faux Malachite Wood Wall Sconces
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Standout pair of antique Italian wall sconces crafted in wood in a classic obelisk form with a faux malachite finish having three arms with gilt acanthus leaves and wood candle cups ...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Hardwood
Neoclassical Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Fine, Elegant and very simple cylindrical lantern, gilt bronze with curved glass panels. 4 lights. France, circa 1930.
Dimensions: Height 37 1/2" Diameter 14"
CW5325
Category
1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$4,750
A NEO-CLASSICAL SHABBY-CHIC TABLE LAMP by MAISON CHARLES, France 1970
Located in PARIS, FR
A large and very elegant table lamp, Post-Modernist, Neo-Classical, Shabby-Chic, with an ionic column body, original cylindrical lampshade, with elegant psychedelic metallic decorati...
Category
1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Metal
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...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Alabaster
$614 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Gilt Brass Figural Delphin Dolphin Converted Oil Lantern Table Lamp
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 19th century gilt brass converted oil lamp or lantern, featuring a Neoclassical delphin / dolphin on a base of rocks, balancing the oil reservoir on its tail. Sun with face mark...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass
$225 Sale Price
25% Off
Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern Italian Neoclassical Sconces, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Elegant wall sconces from Italy.
This set consists of two neoclassical-style wall sconces. The design imitates classic wall candlesticks. Instead of candles, the sconces feature E14...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Metal
Pair of Palm Tree Chrome and Brass Neoclassical Style Wal Lights
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of palm tree neoclassical style wall Lights is made of chrome and brass. This isi a French work in the style of Maison Charles. Circa 1970
Category
1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass, Chrome
$3,268 Sale Price
30% Off
Pair of Rock Crystal Sconces with 22K Gold Leaf
Located in Cypress, CA
Elegant pair of 22k gold plated hand forged wrought iron two light sconces, with carved rock crystal spike in the center.
combined with 4 hand made bees was candle sleeves.
Electr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Rock Crystal, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
$6,800 / set
Historistic Table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1890s
Located in Wien, AT
Historistic Table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1890s
Brass polished and stove enameled
The fabric shade is replaced ( New )
Category
1890s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Antique French Neoclassical Style Gilt and Patinated Bronze Dog Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of extremely unique Antique French Neoclassical style figural wall sconces. This rare pair of Dog sconces capture the refined elegance and symbolic gravitas of fine French decor...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Patinated Terracotta Lamps circa 1960/1970
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of patinated terracotta lamps circa 1950/1960
wear on lampshades.
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Terracotta
Pair of Neoclassical Style Carved Rock Crystal Sconces
Located in Cypress, CA
Striking pair of neoclassical style hand-carved and polished rock crystal silver-leafed three-light sconces.
21st century.
Each silver-leafed sconce is centered with a hand-carved ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Rock Crystal, Iron
Pair of Antique Gilt Wood Table Lamps
Located in London, GB
An absolutely stunning, large and impressive pair of antique gilt wood table lamps. They were made in England, they date from around the 1930-50’s.
The quality is outstanding, they ...
Category
1950s British Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Giltwood
$1,127 / set
Graceful Italian NeoClassical Alabaster Bell Shaped Urn Lamp
Located in Chicago, IL
Graceful Italian NeoClassical Alabaster Bell Shaped Urn Lamp
more photos available.
some wear to the alabaster.
Shade not included.
32" height to top of socket.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Alabaster
1950/70 Pair of Bronze Lamps and Egg Amber Way Signed Charles With Brass Shade
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of signed lamps
Charles Made in France, structures bronze and egg amber way, in fractable resin, shade in brass good condition,
Circa on 1950
Height : 86 cm
Depth : 46 cm
Pric...
Category
1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Bronze and Curved Glass Lantern, France, circa 1930
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Bronze and curved glass lantern. France, circa 1930.
Category
1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Pair of 24-Karat Gold Plated Brass Lamps
Located in Warsaw, PL
Imagine these lamps gracing a music room, a study, or an elegant salon. The golden glow emanating from beneath the intricately decorated shades would cast a warm and inviting light, ...
Category
20th Century European Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass
$12,767 / set
Pair of 19th Century French Brass Neoclassical Candlesticks
Located in Pembroke, MA
A pair of very finely-chased French brass candlesticks, circa 1870 in the neoclassical style (could be electrified as table lamps). Bases are decorated with rose vines.
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass
$1,750 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Regency Chapman Horn Koi Lamps - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Make a stunning statement with this rare and documented pair of vintage table lamps by the renowned Chapman Manufacturing Company. Dated 1977, these lamps are a quintessential exampl...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass
$4,850 / set
Bronze Candle Holder, 17th-18th Centuries
Located in Madrid, ES
Candlestick. Bronze, XVII-XVIII centuries.
Candlestick made in bronze with circular base and shaft combining discs, balustrade shapes, smooth areas, concave and convex moldings of d...
Category
18th Century European Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Pair 1920's Bronze and Beveled Cobalt Glass Sconces
Located in New York, NY
pair of circa 1920's Caldwell double light bronze sconces with cobalt mirrored backplate
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Pair of French Neoclassical Style Lamps
Located in Houston, TX
Pair Of French Neoclassical Style Lamps.
We offer a great pair of French Neoclassical style tole and bronze table lamps.
This lovely pair of French lamps have been newly wired and re...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze, Tôle
Vintage Table Lamp Kostka Creamy Ceramic with a New Custom Lampshade
Located in Herentals, BE
Lamp base by Kostka France made of matte cream-colored ceramic.
The lampshade is custom made from a vintage linen fabric with green leaf motifs on a cream background.
The lampshade...
Category
1980s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Ceramic, Linen
Vintage Neoclassical Style Brass & Marble Corinthian Column Table Lamp
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 20th century heavy Greek Corinithian column shaped table lamp with green marble base and brass body styled after an ionic reeded column between square plinths. Includes harp, wh...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Marble, Brass
$337 Sale Price
25% Off
pedestal and its neo-classical plaster light basin circa 1940/1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
pedestal and its neo-classical plaster light basin circa 1940/1950
Dimensions colonne : 118 x 20 x 20 cm
Dimensions vasque : 47 x 37 x 31 cm
Category
1940s European Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Plaster
Italian Marble and Bronze Neoclassical Lamp, c.1920
Located in Savannah, GA
An Italian marble and bronze neoclassical lamp, circa 1920.
3 ½ inches wide and deep by 22 ¼ inches tall extendable to 24 ½ inches tall
Category
1920s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Marble, Bronze
1950-1970 Pair of Maison Jansen Lamps, Gilt Bronze and Bakelite, Amber Color
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of orange Bakelite lamps imitating amber, the barrels are fluted, column decoration with Corinthian capitals, in the style of Maison Jansen, circa 1950-1970
Measures: Base widt...
Category
1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Bronze Heron and Molten Glass, Signed Lohe, 1970-1980
By Lohe
Located in Paris, FR
Lamp in the shape of golden bronze heron and in molten glass signature Lohe, location has l arriere of the systéme d lighting, good condition, circa 1970-1980.
Category
1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
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...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Pair of Antique Mappin & Webb Column Silver and Cut Crystal Table Lamps
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique Mappin & Webb Neoclassical Column silver & cut crystal table lamps - a Pair. Once oil lamps, these silver plated lamps were later electrified re...
Category
19th Century Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Crystal
$1,540 Sale Price / set
41% Off
Pair of Painted Neoclassical Lamps with Parchment Shades
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of painted neoclassical style fluted column lamps with capitals crowned with hand painted parchment shades. The lamps are newly rewired and ready to use.
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Wood, Parchment Paper
Bronze & Crystal Pendant/Plafonnier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Fine & Elegant Bronze & Cut Crystal Pendant. 1 light.
France, circa 1930. 2 available.
Dimensions: Height 7" Diamter 9"
CW5555
Category
1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
$700 / item
Signed Maison Charles Bronze & Black Marble Eagle Table Lamp Neoclassical France
Located in Miami, FL
Superb Maison Charles table lamp stunning handmade hammered bronze eagle like a Trophy mounted on a Black Marble Pedestal.
US rewired and in working condition. It takes three regula...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Belgian Black Marble, Metal, Bronze
$2,963 Sale Price
24% Off
Two Louis XVI Style Carved Giltwood Wall Sconces
Located in London, GB
These beautiful giltwood wall lights are designed in the style of decorative art produced in the Louis XVI period (1774-1793). This period saw the emergence of the neoclassical style...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Giltwood
$7,108 Sale Price / set
20% Off
A Fine Gilt Bronze & Cut Glass Globe
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Fine & Decorative Gilt Bronze & Cut Glass Globe by Baccarat.
1 light. France, circa 1910. (3 available)
Dimensions: Hgith 8 1/2" Diameter 9 1/2"
Category
1910s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$1,075 / item
Charming Neo Romantic Bronze Chandelier with 2 Patinas
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Charming little neo romantic chandelier in bronze with 2 patinas, circa 1900.
Category
Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
pair of French 19th century Neo-Classical st. Ormolu candlestick lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most unique pair of French 19th century Neo-Classical st. Ormolu candlestick lamps. Each most elegant lamp is raised by a circular Ormolu base below the tapered socle with a palmet...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
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
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Sconce Wall Set 4 Four Ormolu Neoclassical Brass 2 Arm Branch Acanthus Italian
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
A set of four, Italian, ormolu, neoclassical, two arm/branch, electrified, acanthus leaf, wall sconces,
-Fluid, naturalistic, classical form, in one continuous, scrolling piece
-...
Category
1810s Italian Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Ormolu
Baltic 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Ormolu and Crystal Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful Baltic 19th century Neo-Classical st. ormolu and crystal chandelier. The eight arm chandelier is centered by an elegant circular array of prism shaped cut crystal pendant...
Category
19th Century Baltic Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Ormolu
Antique Set of 6 French Neo-Classical Style Ormolu Wall Lights 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning set of six antique French Neo-Classical ormolu three branch wall sconces, Circa 1880 in date.
They feature ribbon tied and torch form back plates with laurel swa...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Ormolu
Pair of Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze Sconces
By Pierre-François Feuchère
Located in London, GB
Pair of neoclassical style gilt bronze sconces
French, 20th century
Dimensions: Height 94cm, width 49cm, depth 33cm
This pa...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Ormolu
$24,058 Sale Price / set
20% Off
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...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Pair of French Neoclassical Toile Decoupage & Wood Column Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of French neoclassical toile decoupage & wood column lamps
France, circa 1960s
Each one of a stained hardwood cylinder column form with a parchment colored Toile vignettes of...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Metal
$1,320 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Cut Glass and Bronze Floor Lamps, F. & C. Osler Style, England
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of cut glass and bronze floor lamps. F. & C. Osler style, England.
Category
Early 1900s English Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Antique Neoclassical Versailles Bronze and Crystal Pendant Chandeliers
Located in Dallas, TX
A charming pair of antique neoclassical Versailles painted bronze and Swarovski Strass crystal chandeliers. Wired faux electric candles. Eleg...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
A pair of French 19th century Neo-Classical st. Ormolu, Wedgwood sconces
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An elegant pair of French 19th century Neo-Classical st. Ormolu, Wedgwood porcelain and crystal sconces. Each three arm sconce displays a bottom reserve with draped foliate garlands ...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Ormolu
Pair of 19th Century Neoclassical Style Ormolu and Patinated Bronze Sconces
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An outstanding pair of French 19th century Neo-Classical st. patinated bronze and ormolu sconces. Each four arm sconce is centered by a richly chased ormolu acanthus leaf backplate f...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
1920's Caldwell Bronze Sconces with Reverse Painted Mirror
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell double light sconces with reverse painted mirrored backplate
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
2 Maitland Smith Neoclassical Acanthus Carved Candlestick Buffet Lamps 33"
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of vintage Maitland Smith carved acanthus brass candlestick / candelabra buffet / banquet / table lamps. Includes large oval pleated shades.
Dimensions:
23" x 11" x 33" H
Category
1990s Philippine Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass
$1,050 Sale Price
25% Off
Gilt and Lacquered Friezes , also for Wall Light Sconces
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
O/4738 - An idea for these three gilt and lacquered friezes : for wall light sconces: on the wall, hanging above three parchment fans that hide the electrical connections. The parch...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Giltwood
Italian Carved Alabaster Table Lamps, A Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
Pair of mid century Italian Alabaster Urn Shaped Table Lamps. Lamps feature a sculptural urn form with gracefully carved twin handles and a swirling fluted body. The fine white ala...
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Alabaster
$3,650 / set
Maitland Smith Penshell Obelisk Brass Lion Head Accent Table Lamps - a Pair
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
Stunning pair of table lamps by Maitland-Smith. Body of the obelisk featuring a penshell veneer, contrasted by patinated brass accents.
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass
Brass Parquet Floor Lamp on a Travertine Base
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant floor lamp is made of brass with adjustable reflector on a travertine and brass base. This is a French work. Circa 1970
Category
1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Travertine, Brass
$2,358 Sale Price
30% Off
Tall Neoclassical Electrified Silver Plated Column-Form Oil Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Tall, neoclassical, electrified, column-form oil lamp, England, circa 1880s. Stepped - up square base. 38 inches high Ito top of finial) height is adjustable x 6 1/2 inches wide (at ...
Category
1880s English Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Silver Plate
Maison Baguès Bronze and Enamel 'Feuillage' 3-Light Wall Sconces France, Pair
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...
Category
1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze, Enamel
Pair of French Baccarat Style Neoclassical Crystal Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A refined and striking pair of French neoclassical-style crystal lamps, attributed to the style of Baccarat and likely dating to the 20th century. Each lamp showcases a graceful balu...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Crystal
Vintage French Neoclassical Green Jasperware Candelabra Table Lamps - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Neoclassical Green Jasperware Candelabra Table Lamps By Wilmar Co. - a Pair. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 35" H (to finial) x 26.5" H (to light socket) x 8"...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Metal
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.