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.
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Style: Neoclassical
French Neoclassical Style Bronze and Frosted Cut Glass Flush Mount
Located in Barntrup, DE
A French neoclassical style flush-mounted ceiling fixture from the 1920s with a bronze fixture and beautiful frosted glass lamp shade.
One socket for an E14-size light bulb.
Dimensio...
Category
1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Neoclassical French Pewter Chandelier with Six Arms in Louis XV style.
Located in Houston, TX
This chandelier is a little bit unusual but we find it very unique charming. I do not find many like this. It has been wired in the US and certainly has a nice classic appeal.
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Pewter
$1,860 Sale Price
40% Off
Pair French 1940s Neo-classic arrow shaped brass wall lamps
Located in Milan, IT
Pair French 1940s Neo-classic arrow-shaped brass wall lamps
carries two lights per lamp.
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass
Glamorous Pair of Black and Gold Italian Neoclassical Sconces
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Beautiful pair of carved ebonized wood sconces having neoclassical style gilded decoration.
Note: A slightly different set of sconces is also listed to make a set of 4.
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Wood
Monumental Italian Neoclassical Style Urn Shaped Marble Lamp
Located in Houston, TX
Monumental Italian Neoclassical style urn shaped marble lamp. This stunning statement marble lamp has been newly wired to U.S. specifications. Similar in color to Sienna marble.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Marble
Pair of 19th Century French Neoclassical Urn Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of amphora urn-form lamps, of Belgian black marble, accented with dore bronze band, raised on round foot, set upon square plinth with ormolu.
Stock ID: D6771
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Slate, Bronze
1950s Neoclassical Floor Lamp Patinated Bronze Green Marble
By Arturo Pani
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a neoclassical column floor lamp. Mexico City circa the 1950s. Unmarked attributed Arturo Pani. Bronze and green marble stone.
Dimensions: 7.25" W x 7.25" D...
Category
1950s Mexican Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Marble, Brass
1970′ Pair of Ceiling Lights or Wall Lamps Maison Bagués Or Banci Glass leave
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of ceiling lights or wall lights in gold metal, 15 bulbs in 2 rows Decorated with leaves and flowers in glass or crystal
Good condition,
Circa 1970
Height: 17 cm
Diameter: 60 c...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Iron
19thc French Neoclassical style Bronze/ Palmette Motif Chandelier Maison Bagues
Located in Opa Locka, FL
19thc French Antique Neoclassical style Gilt Bronze Chandelier by Maison Bagues. Superior quality with Bronze Palmette detail. Neoclassical elements adorn this rare chandelier. Frenc...
Category
1890s French Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$7,180 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Gilt Italian-Made Three-Arm, Three Shade Table Lamps - Laudarte SRL
By Laudarte Srl
Located in Morristown, NJ
20th c., a stunning pair of Italian-made table lamps by Laudarte S.r.l., designed by the renowned architect Giovanni Maria Malerba. This model, named "Persepolis," showcases an exqui...
Category
1990s Italian Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Metal, Gold
1920's Caldwell Etched Mirror Sconces with Cherubs
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 1920’s Caldwell gilt bronze and mirrored backplate sconces with cherubs
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Table Lamp with Classical Motifs
Located in London, GB
A polished spelter classical themed table lamp in the form of vase, cast in high relief, mounted on a circular black marble base.
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Marble, Spelter
Pair of 18th Century Italian Polychrome Sconces
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of 18th century Italian polychrome sconces.
Tall pair of antique Italian Neoclassical style carved wood polychrome sconces from Tuscany. These ...
Category
Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Wood
$3,975 / set
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...
Category
1960s European Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Marble, Brass
1920s Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell silver plated sconces with wave design and two lights
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
$3,800 / set
Early 20th Century Green Marble and Gilt Bronze Table Lamp
Located in Richmond, London
A superb quality gilt bronze mounted urn in Verde Antico marble, now fitted as a table lamp. France or Italy, late 19th – early 20th century.
Why we like it
This table lamp is crafted from rare Verde Antico marble, quarried in Larissa, Thessaly, Greece. Known for its deep green color and distinct white and black veining, this marble is valued among collectors and designers for its unique character and scarcity. The stone is paired with finely cast gilt bronze mounts that provide a pleasing contrast and add subtle elegance to the piece.
Verde Antico marble is considered rare and historically significant. The Corsi Collection of Decorative Stones at Oxford University Museum of Natural History catalogue entry 566. (143.2) reads: “Another of a lighter green, with white and more definite black markings. The two amazing tables in the Galleria degli Animali in the Vatican Museum are of this type. (Very rare).” Image attached to the listing.
The Galleria degli Animali, or Hall of Animals, was created during the papacy of Pius VI (1775–1799) as a “stone zoo” of sorts, using ancient sculptures that were often restored and occasionally reimagined. This ambitious project brought together prominent artists of the 18th century, including Francesco Antonio Franzoni from Carrara. The artworks in this space reflect themes of nature and hunting, with coloured marbles chosen to suggest the textures and colours of animal fur, feathers, or to create eye-catching contrasts. See last two images in the listing.
Combining Verde Antico marble with high-quality gilt bronze accents, this lamp is a distinctive piece that brings historical character and timeless appeal to any space.
May be wired for any country. Lampshade not included.
Height without shade: 53 cm / 21 in.
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Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Ormolu
Rare Porcelain Advertising Ware Table Lamp, Baltimore, circa 1840s
Located in Peabody, MA
A rare porcelain bottle (circa 1840-1850) hand painted with images of stock (jugs, pitchers, tureens and whale oil lamps) sold by the C. Levering Co. of Baltimore, and mounted as a t...
Category
1840s American Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Porcelain
Late 20th Century Neoclassic Maitland-Smith Porcelain Lamp Serpentine Lion Heads
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Neoclassic Maitland-Smith porcelain lamp with serpentine style lion head details and original off-white pleated fabric hard back shade. Beautiful condition, keeping...
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass
Neoclassical Style Brass Floor Lamp in the Style of Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice neoclassical style floor lamp is made of brass. French Work in the style of Maison Jansen. Base a little bit damaged. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass
$2,365 Sale Price
30% Off
Brass Floor Lamp in the style of Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style floor lamp is made of brass with red lucite elements. The lamp has 5 arms. This is a French work in the style of Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass
$2,365 Sale Price
30% Off
Exceptional French 1940s Candelabra in the Style of Gilbert Poillerat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exceptional French 1940s wrought iron candelabra in the style of Gilbert Poillerat. Can be used as is or turned into a chic floor lamp.
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
Neoclassical Style Chandelier for Restoration
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A Vintage Neoclassical six light Chandelier in fine traditional form. The central flat urn with Stylized flame finial and acorn motif base on a metal body with fine green patina. The...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Late 19th Century Apollo Bust Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Late 19th century neoclassic style bronze Apollo bust converted into table lamp. Shade is not included
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
J.H. Lighting Oxidized Copper Swing Arm Floor Lamp
By J.H. Lighting
Located in Bensalem, PA
Stunning floor lamp by J.H. Lighting in copper/bronze oxidation
Category
1980s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Copper
A Tall Brass Corinthian Column Table Lamp
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Tall Brass Corinthian Column Table Lamp
This is a very attractive lamp it has a heavy single corinthian style column set on a stepped rectangular base, it comes with a neutral c...
Category
1920s Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass
1900's Caldwell Bronze Engraved Chandelier with 6 lights
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900’s Caldwell 6 lights bronze chandelier with engraved body
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
1920's Caldwell Silver Plated Engraved Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell silver plated sconces
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$3,800 / set
Wonderful French Neoclassical Swan Bronze Ormolu-Mounted Cut Crystal Lamps, Pair
By Baccarat
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful French pair of neoclassical style swan bronze ormolu-mounted handle cut crystal lamps in the manner of Baccarat.
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
1920's Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces with Hazelnuts
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's silver plated double light Baroque style sconces with unusual hazelnuts design.
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Large Mirrored Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of large French circa 1920’s neoclassic-style mirrored bronze sconces.
Measurements:
Height: 26"
Depth (projection): 9"
Width: 11.5".
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$4,200 / set
Pair c1913 E.F. Caldwell Neoclassic Bronze & Silverplate Wall Sconces
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...
Category
1910s North American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$2,840 Sale Price / set
20% Off
1920s Mirror Sconces with Bronze Fittings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 1920’s mirrored back plate sconces with bronze fittings with two lights
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$4,400 / set
Pair of Italian Carved Giltwood Neoclassical Quiver Motif 3-Light Sconces
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Italian carved giltwood neoclassical Quiver motif 3-light sconces
Italy, circa 1950s
Each one of good size, well carved giltwood quiver motif backplates, fitted with thr...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Metal
$1,516 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of French Maison Bagues Bronze Sconces
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of high quality bronze French sconces by maison Bagues.
US rewired and in working condition.
2 lights , 60 watts max bulb.
2 pairs available.
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$3,250 / set
Pair of Tall French Neoclassical Opaline Oil Lamps, Now Electrified
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Tall French Neoclassical Opaline Oil Lamps, Now Electrified
Oil Lamps later 19th century, Electrified 1960s
Each one standing 40 inches ...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Metal
$1,516 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Midcentury Italian Modern Brass and Pink Swirl Art Glass Table Lamp after Murano
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage art glass lamp from Italy circa 1950s attributed to Murano. It features a two part swirled art glass design with brass details. Tested...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Baccarat-Style Crystal Urn Table Lamps on Marble Bases
Located in MC Leansville, NC
This Pair of Baccarat-Style Crystal Urn Table Lamps on Marble Bases features clear, intricately cut crystal bodies shaped in the form of classical urns, each mounted atop a square fl...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Marble, Metal
Pair 1950's Neoclassical Gilt Metal Detailed Wall Sconces
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair Stunning French Neoclassical style Gil Metal Highly Detailed Wall Sconces. Very nice quality of this pair of French Wall Sconces.
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Metal
$1,500 Sale Price
20% Off
1900's Caldwell Gilt Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1900's Caldwell gilt bronze sconces with double lights
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$5,800 / set
Pair of NeoClassical Onyx Urn Form Table Lamps
Located in Nashville, TN
A pair of carved Oynx Urn form lamps mounted on lacquer and gilded Mahogany bases, new wiring. Pagoda lamp shades. Two horizontal sockets with pull cords in each lamp. Brass posts an...
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Onyx
$4,600 / set
1900's Caldwell Lion Head Three lights Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Circa a 1900's Caldwell bronze sconces with lion head and three lights
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$7,800 / set
1920's Silver Plated Caldwell Leaves Design Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Unusual back plate Caldwell silver plated sconces, perfect condition
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
1920's Caldwell American Classical Double Light Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell double light sconces. Price per set
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Stiffel Brass Candlestick Lamps
By Stiffel
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Midcentury classically styled brushed brass candlestick lamps with enameled centers. Rewired for use in USA, 100W max bulbs.
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass
$2,800 / set
Pair of 1900 Caldwell Neoclassic Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Great pair of Caldwell gilt bronze sconces with neoclassic design.Original finish and patina.
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$8,800 / set
Vintage Italian Neoclassical Style White Milk Glass Empire Column Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian Neoclassical Style White Milk Glass Empire Column Table Lamp. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 34.5" H (to finial) x 24" H (to light socket) x 5.5" W x 5.5" D. {...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of the Antique XXL table lamps done in onyx and bronze, France 1920s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a pair of French Antique Table Lamps. These extra large lamps are done in combination of onyx and bronze, with large shades in beige fabric and golden e...
Category
1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Onyx, Bronze
1930's Silver Plated Sconces with Etched Mirror
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1930's silvered plated sconces with etched mirrored backplate.
Category
1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$3,800 / set
19thc American Large American Made Grape Tree w/Vines Highly Detailed Candelabra
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Early 19thc American Manufactured Large Grape Tree with Vines Candelabra. With Aurora Borealis Crystal [not red like it looks in pic. This is a large...
Category
1840s American Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$1,184 Sale Price
20% Off
Signed E. F. Caldwell Gilt Bronze and Crystal Louis XVI Style Chandelier
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This fabulous signed twelve light gilt bronze and crystal chandelier by Edward F. Caldwell and Company is of the finest quality. It features beautifully chased Neo-classical motifs ...
Category
Late 18th Century American Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Ormolu
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...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Pair of French Bronze & Mirror Medallion 'America & Europe' Wall Sconces
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of French Bronze & Mirror Medallion 'America & Europe' Wall Sconces
France, circa 1950s
A fine pair of of French bronze wall sconces one each one with a 5.5 Inch diameter m...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$1,000 Sale Price / set
20% Off
1930 Caldwell Silver Plated One Light Sconces
Located in New York, NY
pair of 1920 silver plated one light sconces. Price per set of two sconces
Category
1930s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
$3,400 / item
1920s Small American Classical Sconces With Mirror
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's American silver plated sconces with mirror backplate and two lights
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
Pair of Gilt Metal and Rock Crystal Baguès Style Table Lamps
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of gilt metal and rock crystal Baguès style table lamps. Each having been recently rewired and with custom lamp shades. This stunning pair acqu...
Category
1950s Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Pair of Patinated Plaster Neoclassical Figural Table Lamps by Sculptureline N.Y.
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A pair of patinated plaster
Neoclassical figural
Table lamps
By sculptureline New York
circa 1940.
Measures: 24" in.(61 cm) high w/harp
Mars, 13 3/4" in.(35 cm.) high
Minerva, 13 1/4" in.(33.5 cm.) high
Base diameter, 4 1/2" in.(11.5 cm.)
Note: Size of lamps with & without harp.
Modelled as a Roman figures of Mars and Minerva...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Plaster
Pair of Large Neoclassical Style Onyx Table Lamps
Located in Germantown, MD
An amazing Pair of Neoclassical Style Onyx Large Table Lamps.
Measures 6.5" in width, 6.5" in depth at the base, stand 35" tall to the top of the crystal finials. 26" tall to the to...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Onyx
Maria Theresa Chandelier in Transparent Shiny Murano Glass 1980s Venice Italy
Located in Villaverla, IT
Maria Theresa Chandelier in Transparent Shiny Murano Glass 1980s Venice Italy.
This elegant Maria Teresa chandelier, entirely handmade in Murano – the worldwide known Venetian island...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass
Late 18th Century Set of Four Italian Baroque Silvered Giltwood Two-Arm Sconces
Located in Charleston, SC
A set of four late 18th century Italian Baroque sconces, circa 1790, with silvered giltwood cartouche bases and two patinated brass and tole ca...
Category
Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass, Tôle, Silver Leaf
Large French Regency Louis XV Wood Carved Gold Leaf Baroque Giltwood Chandelier
Located in Coimbra, PT
Large neoclassic wood carved gold leaf Baroque giltwood five-light chandelier.
Measures:
Diameter 36 in/ 90 cm
Height 36 in / 90 cm
Five light bulbs E14/ good working condition
Asse...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Gold Leaf
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.