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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
Gilt Sunburst Crown Light Fixture in Wrought Iron and Glass, Spain, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Sunburst Crown Light Fixture, Gilt Iron, Gold Leaf, Pressed Glass Eye-catching neoclassical style sunburst ceiling light fixture from the Mid-Cen...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Lighting

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Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf

Barovier Toso Neoclassic Obelisk Iridize & Gold Infused Murano Glass Table Lamps
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful pair of large monumental table lamps or side table lamps. Made of iridize and gold infused Murano glass, made by Barovier & Toso Murano, Italy. Each light requires one Euro...
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1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Metal, Brass

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

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Brass

1940s Neoclassical Style Italian Giltwood Pricket Candlestick Table Lamp
Located in Pearland, TX
A gorgeous Italian hand carved gilt wood and gesso tripod pricket candlestick lamp, circa 1940. Marked "Made in Italy" on the base. This gorgeous lamp is decorated with hand carved s...
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1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Gesso, Giltwood

Antique American Student Converted Twin Oil Lamp By Bradley & Hubbard 1800's
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Antique American Student Converted Twin Oil Lamp By Bradley & Hubbard 1800's The Bradley & Hubbard Manufacturing Company (1852–1940) was formed in Meriden, Connecticut, and over th...
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Mid-19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Lighting

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Brass

Pair of French 1960s 2 Patina Bronze Hand Sconces, 3 Pairs Available
Located in Miami, FL
Exceptional suite of 6 French bronze 2 patina wall Sconces in the style of Maison Jansen, circa 1960. Priced by pair. US rewired, one socket, 60 watts max or LED . Backplate dimen...
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Bronze

1900's White Molded Glass Light Fixture with Cherubs
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900's white molded glass light fixture with cherubs design 4 interior lights.
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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Lighting

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Art Glass

Brass Chandelier With Six Arm Supporting Frosted Art Glass Vases. Sweden 1940s
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Brass neoclassical chandelier from Sweden 1940s. Six arms supporting each a frosted art glass vase each 20cm / 7,8 Inches height. The ch...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Brass

1920 Caldwell Gilt Bronze One Light Sconces with Reed Glass
Located in New York, NY
pair of circa 1920's Caldwell bronze one light sconces with reeded glass shade
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Bronze

Pair Of Neoclassical Style Brass Urn Lamps
Located in Houston, TX
Pair Of Neoclassical Style Brass Urn Lamps. Offered is a handsome pair of vintage Neoclassical style urn form brass lamps with beautiful handles on wood bases. Each lamp has two Edis...
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1960s Unknown Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Brass

Maison Jansen Sconces Solid Bronze & Blown Glass Flame Shade France 1950, Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of French Mid-Century Modern sconces, wall lights in solid bronze by Maison Jansen. Featuring a torch in black finish with a blown glass flame shade....
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Brass, Bronze

Pair of Large Scale Italian Neoclassical Terracotta & Lucite Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Large Scale Italian Neoclassical Terracotta & Lucite lamps Italy, Circa 1980s Each one a substantial a substantial vase decorated ...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Lighting

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Terracotta, Lucite

Pair of Antique French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Mounted Rock Crystal Candelabras
Located in New York, NY
Each finely composed lamp is centered by a baluster-form shaft of cut rock crystal, issuing a pair of spiraled gilt bronze candle arms adorned with foliate scrolls and floral rosette...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

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Rock Crystal, Marble, Bronze

Antique Russian Neoclassical Gilt Bronze & Cut Crystal Figural Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
This antique Russian Neoclassical chandelier features a triple-tiered gilt bronze frame adorned with cut crystal prisms. The structure is composed of a circular lower tier with eight...
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Early 20th Century Russian Neoclassical Lighting

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Crystal, Bronze

Pair 19th C., Russian Neoclassical Bronze, Iron & Feather Pulled Floor Lamps
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair, Magnificent 19th Century Bronze, Iron & Feather Pulled Floor Lamp Torchieres. Likely Russian in original, possibly outdoor light posts from an important building. Extremely heavy gilt bronze bases with Neoclassical scroll work accented by fine wrought iron feathers. The center stem (which hides the electrical work) is surrounded by 4 finely cast bronze rods with additional central twists for detail. Studded iron work gives further support and detailing. The lamps have a detachable "hood" that showcases a later feather pulled art glass shade, each custom made to fit the lamps very eloquently by James Lundberg of Lundberg Glass...
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19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Lighting

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Bronze, Wrought Iron

A Pair of NEOCLASSIC TABLE LAMPS, in the style of ROMEO REGA, Italy 1970
Located in PARIS, FR
An important and rigorous pair of table lamps, Post-Modernist, Shabby-Chic, Neo-Classical, Seventies, asymmetrical compositions of 2 rectangular blocks in beige veneered wood, offset...
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1970s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Bronze

A 1900s Neoclassical White and Gold Capodimonte Porcelain Italian Table Lamp
Located in Catania, Sicilia
The lamp features a white and gold color scheme, with intricate details including a winged female figure and elaborate scrollwork. The lamp has been manufactured in the early 1900s, ...
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Neoclassical Lighting

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Porcelain

Timeless Elegance: Pair of Antique Verdigris Brass Wall Lanterns
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Illuminate your entryway, patio, or garden with this exquisite pair of antique wall lanterns. Crafted from solid brass and boasting a beautiful...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting

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Glass

Wonderful Large French Bronze Regency Empire Curved Glass Panel Lantern Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful large french bronze read & x pattern Regency / Empire style curved glass panel lantern fixture with 4 candelabra lights.
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20th Century Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Liberty Style Chandelier Centre Light
Located in Cranbrook, Kent
Liberty Style Chandelier Center Light Made around the turn of the century incorporating Classical style with Art Nouveau influences, the eight branch ar...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

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Brass

Brass Turned Vintage Floor Lamp Classical Style, French, circa 1960
Located in Labrit, Landes
French floor lamp in brass made circa 1960. Simple, elegant design. Height given without bulb and shade This is suitable to USA or European and UK standards. Sold without shade. S...
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Brass

1910 Silver Plate Bronze and Hurricane Glass Sconces Two Lights
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1910 Hurricane glass sconces with silver plate bronze body, two lights
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Silver Plate

Pair of Neoclassical Italian Carved Gold Giltwood Candlestick Table Lamps
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Pair of vintage Italian neoclassical style carved gold giltwood candlesticks converted to beautiful table lamps, features white cream gesso and gold gilt polychrome finish, solid car...
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Neoclassical Lighting

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Metal

Wonderful French Maison Bagues Vaughan Gilt Bronze Art Glass Flush Mount Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful French Maison Bagues / Sherle Wagner / Vaughan Style Gilt Bronze & Starburst Art Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Fixture
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20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Brass Table Lamp, Classical Style, Marble Base, France 19th Century
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This is a lamp in brass with a marble base. It has been done in France during the 19th Century. It could fit perfectly with classical american...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

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Marble, Brass

American Antique Lighthouse Sculpture Lamp, Circa 1910
Located in Atlanta, GA
Early 20th Century American antique lighthouse sculptural table lamp in working condition. Circa 1910. Natural finish with oxidation to metal as exp...
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Metal

Pair of Italian Neoclassical Prickets Large Blue Candlesticks wired for Lamps
Located in Milano, MI
Pair of Italian neoclassical table lamp bases from Tuscany, antique circular Rocchetto candleholders blue and Siena yellow painted pin...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Monumental Two-Tiered 12-Light Silvered Chandelier w/ Crown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Monumental size 12-light, two-tiered silvered chandelier. The chandelier is adorned with a crown on top and cherub faces throughout. The fixture is newly rewired and includes chain...
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1930s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Metal

Pair of Neoclassical Torch Sconces in Frosted Glass and Antique Brass
Located in New York, NY
This regal and ornate Pair of Neoclassical Torch Sconces in Frosted Glass and antique brass originates from France during the latter half of...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

Signed Bradley and Hubbard Double Student Lamp, Crowned Milk Glass Shades
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a beautiful newly wired Bradley and Hubbard double oil student's desk lamp. It moves up and down on the center stand and rod. The shade is a unique domed milk glass with a brass crown. As with all B and H...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

Vintage Waterford Cut Crystal Leaded Glass Urn Form Brass Table Lamps - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Waterford "Lismore" Cut Crystal Leaded Glass Urn Form Brass Mounted Table Lamps - a Pair. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 27.5" H (to finial) x 19" H (to light socket) ...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

Pair of Antique French Neoclassical Style Iron Torchieres
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of antique French Neoclassical style iron torchieres. Stunning pair of French Neoclassical style iron torchères, torchiere, torche`re lamps or floor lamps, circa 1920, possibly ...
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Iron

Late 19th Century Victorian Neoclassical Bronze Eight Light Chandelier
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite late 19th-century chandelier masterfully blends Victorian and Neoclassical aesthetics, crafted in bronze with eight captivating lights. The etched glass shades are art...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Outstanding Set Three Gilt Bronze and Opaline Glass Caldwell Empire Chandeliers
Located in Roslyn, NY
An Outstanding Set Of 3 Gilt Bronze & Opaline Ribbed Glass Caldwell Manner Chandelier Fixtures In The Neoclassical Motif. They Are Adorned With Rams Head Masks And Urns Surrounding T...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

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

Materials

Brass

Antique French Brass Crystal Chandelier Art Nouveau Light Pink Neoclassicism
Located in Berlin, DE
Magnificent Restored Chandelier from the Neoclassical Era – circa 1910 For sale is a stunning chandelier from the Neoclassical period (circa 1910), characterized by its elegant symm...
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1910s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Wire

Two 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

Materials

Brass

French Brass Chandelier Brass & Frozen Glass Ceiling Pendant circa 1900
Located in Labrit, Landes
Frozen & brass ceiling pendant made circa 1900 in the classical style. Good antique condition. This lustre is suitable to USA or EU and UK standards. Shipping: D32 H69 4 kg.
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

Pair of Bronze Neoclassical Floor Lamps, Tiffany Style
Located in Riverdale, NY
Lovely matched pair of Bronze Neoclassical Floor Lamps, in the Tiffany style with period wiring. Unmarked but similar to Tiffany floor lamps (l...
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Cascada Suspension Lamp Handcrafted Pink Murano Glass and Brass, Italy
Located in Madrid, ES
Cascada suspension lamp with a brass structure, featuring four tiers of handcrafted pink Murano glass. Designed for both aesthetic refinement and functional illumination, it is equip...
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2010s Italian Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

Pillaret Solo Table Lamp by Studio DUNN
Located in Rumford, RI
This stately lamp features a striking contrast of textures and materials, combining rich linen and sturdy steel for a sophisticated look. Inspired by the classic Bouillotte lamp, thi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Antique French Amber Color Alabaster and Brass Pendant Light, circa 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
An adorable French pendant light featuring an alabaster shade in a lovely orange hue with gray and cream veining. The lampshade - bowl is suspended from three ornate brass chains, wh...
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Alabaster, Brass

Pair of Large Architectural Brass Wall Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Pair of wall lantern or wall sconces, made of solid brass , beautiful patina, beveled glass , four 60/watt lights each lantern, Suitable for wet ...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass, Copper

Vintage Neoclassical Hollywood Regency Urn Form Tole Faux Marble Table Lamp
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning neoclassical or Hollywood Regency style urn form green tole table lamp USA, Circa 1960s Tole painted in an olive green faux marble patter...
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1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Marble, Metal, Brass

Maison Bagues “Palm Tree” Bronze Floor Lamp
Located in Miami, FL
Maison Bagues Bronze Floor Lamp, Palm tree form. US rewired 1 socket, 100 watt max bulb.
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Ormolu Corinthian Column Sinumbra Base Table Lamps, France, circa 1825
Located in Kinderhook, NY
An exquisite pair of neoclassical Corinthian column form table lamps converted to electricity in the early 20th century from circa 1825 French Sinumbra oil lamp bases, the lost-wax-c...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass, Ormolu

19th Century English Wedgwood Black Basalt Urn Table Lamp
Located in Vero Beach, FL
19th Century English Wedgwood Black Basalt Urn Table Lamp Stunning Wedgwood black porcelain urn of very fine quality. One of the highest pottery ...
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19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Lighting

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Porcelain

Vintage Boho 1968 Pieri Tullio Gilt Eagle Lamps - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Commanding in presence and patriotic in spirit, this striking pair of Vintage Boho Pieri Tullio Gilt Eagle Lamps brings sculptural elegance and historical grandeur to any interior. C...
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1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Metal, Gold Leaf

Pair of Maison Charles Bronze Nautical Sconces. 2 pairs available
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Maison Charles Bronze Nautical Sconces. 2 pairs available
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Pair of Maison Baguès Bronze Floor Lamp
Located in Miami, FL
Maison Baguès faux bamboo bronze tripod floor lamp. 54" H without shade. Maison Baguès. US wired and in working condition. This ...
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Lenox Classical Style White Porcelain Mantle Lamp
Located in Doraville, GA
Vintage Lenox porcelain and plated metal torchère or mantle lamp. The lamp has been thoroughly cleaned and rewired with new socket, switch, twi...
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Metal

Mid-20th Century Brass Three-Arm Bouillotte Lamp With Black Tole Shade
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous brass three-arm bouillotte lamp with black & gold tole shade USA, Mid-20th Century Measures: 12"W x 12"D x 25.5"H Very good original vintage condition. Lamp has t...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Stiffel Neoclassical Coppertone Table Lamps, a Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of Neoclassical style table lamps made by Stiffel. Spire shaped finials top the harps, above urn shaped vases decorated with a vine leaf motif. The finials and body are finish...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

Neoclassical Bisque Porcelain Figurative Greek Key Urn Table Lamp, Bavaria
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Neoclassical style matte white bisque porcelain table lamp made in Bulgaria, Germany. This Classic urn shaped lamp is mounted on a brass plinth base and features dimensional figures ...
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Early 20th Century Bulgarian Neoclassical Lighting

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Brass

Pair of Antique English Style Riding Boots as Table Lamps
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
A pair of English riding boots and there original boot trees mounted and wired as table lamps. Shades not included.
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Leather, Wood

1920 Caldwell Etched Mirror Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1920’s Caldwell etched mirror sconces with two lights and glass cups
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Foliage Crown Flush Mount Ceiling Light Fixtures, Pair
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of light fixtures in gilt iron with foliage design. Spain, 1940s. These eye-catching flush mounts feature an structure made of gilt metal leaves surrounding a central light. They have a terrific patina with their original gold leaf finishing in bronze-gilt shades. Interesting design with Hollywood Regency and neoclassical accents. To be used as ceiling flush mounts but they also could work as pendants hanging from a chain at the desired height. These light fixtures will be a nice addition to a foyer, corridor or any bathroom or bedroom: they can be used as pendants hanging over the nightstands on each side of the bed or at both sides of a mirror in a powder room. On sale as a pair. Rare find Newly wired with an E27 bulb holder each. Overall Measures: 23 cm diameter x 17 cm height // 9,05 cm diameter x 6,69 in height Crown Flush Mounts // Foliage Ceiling Lights // Foliage Crown Light...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf, Metal

Chapman Neo-Classical Style Brass and Marble Doric Column Table Lamps, Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a classic pair of neo- classical style Doric column form table lamps by Chapman. The lamps are marked and have marble bases. The height listed is to the socket. The shades ar...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Marble, Brass

Workstead Pendolo Flush Mount Small
Located in Floyd, VA
Pendolo Flush Mount is a versatile flush-mount fixture, capable of serving as a down-light or directional wall washer. Available in either Natural Burlap o...
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2010s American Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Nickel

Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Style Bronze and Alabaster Chandelier
Located in Chicago, IL
Made from bronze and fine-grained alabaster, the chandelier features hand-painted cherry blossoms on each cream-colored shade. When illuminated, these shades emit a warm amber glow, ...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Alabaster, 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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