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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
A Luxurious MURANO Glass TABLE LAMP by ERCOLE BAROVIER, VENINI, Italy, 1950-1960
Located in PARIS, FR
A spectacular, large and heavy table lamp, Art Déco, neoclassical, Modernist, Shabby-Chic, Neo-Baroque, with a massive circular base in Murano glass, open like a corolla, translucent, embed with small air bubbles, 2 wood circles with a patinated bronze veneer surrounding a generous translucent corps capturing light, ornaments plant-inspired made with encrusted golden leaf, impressive and authentic model...
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1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Bronze, Gold Leaf

Pair of 20th Century French Sconces
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning pair of 20th Century French sconces exemplifies timeless elegance and classic French design. Crafted from gilt metal, these wall lights are adorned with intricate flora...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

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Metal

Pair of Antique Italian Neo Classic Wall Sconces
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Standout pair of antique Italian three light wall sconces crafted in metal and brass in classical form with a contrived verdigris finish having floral wreaths, urns, medallions and a...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Pair of Large Gilt Bronze and Malachite Neoclassical Style Candelabra
Located in London, GB
Pair of large gilt bronze and malachite neoclassical style candelabra French, 20th century Measures: Height 122cm, diameter 60cm This large...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

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Malachite, Ormolu, Bronze

Italian Bronze Pair Cherub Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Italian bronze cherub sconces.
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1920s Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Panache 17.5” Neoclassical Giltwood 2 Light Wall Light Sconce
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Panache 17.5” Neoclassical Giltwood 2 Light Wall Light Sconce. Priced each. Two available.
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1990s American Neoclassical Lighting

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Giltwood

Antique French Neo-Classical Gilt Bronze and Black Marble Urn Lamp
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a lovely antique French neo-classical style gilt bronze and black veined marble lamp. It has a urn form with draped gilt bronze floral foliate. It is unmarked and in working ...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

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Marble, Bronze

French Neoclassical 3 Arm Pendant Light Chandelier with Brass Clip-On Shades 50s
Located in Miami, FL
French neoclassical 3 light pendant lamp chandelier in brass with brass clip-on shades. Handcrafted Ornate brass saucers and decoration made in t...
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Brass

Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Pendant Chandelier with Ormolu and Glass
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 20th-century pendant chandelier was made in the Neoclassical style, which originated in Europe in the early 18th Century. The Neoclassical style was characterized by its s...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

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Brass, Bronze, Ormolu

Neoclassical Style Cut Crystal and Gilt Bronze Lamp by Gherardo Degli Albizzi
Located in Florence, Tuscany
Neoclassical style cut crystal and gilt bronze lamp by Gherardo Degli Albizzi. It has got a crystal cube basement with gilt bronze ed...
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2010s Italian Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Pair of Vintage Italian Alabaster Columnar Lamps with Ionic Capitals
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of table lamps, of carved alabaster, each a round, Neoclassical, fluted column, surmounted by an Ionic capital, ending on round foot, and raised on square, graduated plinth base...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Lighting

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Alabaster

Antique Neoclassical Column Table Lamp in Patinated Brass
Located in Meer, VAN
Antique Neoclassical Column Table Lamp in Patinated Brass. Converted from an antique oil lamp, this neoclassical column table lamp is a heavy and beautifully patinated piece. Great ...
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Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

E.F. Caldwell Important Bronze Chandelier
Located in North Miami, FL
A substantial and rare bronze Edward F. Caldwell chandelier featuring a thick chain supporting round frame with lion head motif. Four hanging lights with frosted globe bulbs as shown. Circa 1920's. THIS ITEM IS LOCATED AND WILL SHIP FROM OUR MIAMI, FLORIDA SHOWROOM. Edward F. Caldwell & Co. was among America’s preeminent lighting manufacturers of the late 19th to the mid-20th centuries, illuminating the halls and ceilings of some of the most notable buildings in the United States. In addition to St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City and the White House in Washington, D.C., the company’s masterful light fixtures also adorn the homes of some historically prominent figures, such as J.P. Morgan and Phillip Lehman. As theater-goers took their seats in Radio City Music Hall, they were ushered along by the twinkling Art Deco lights...
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Bronze

Pair of French 19th Century Neoclassical Bronze and Red Marble Lamps
Located in Shippensburg, PA
FINE PAIR OF NEOCLASSICAL ORMOLU-MOUNTED ROUGE MARBLE TABLE LAMPS France, probably Paris, circa third quarter of the 19th century Item # 404LBP26Q A magnificent pair of Neoclassical vases converted into lamps, they are designed loosely after the influential vases of Antiquity known as the Medici and Borhese Vases. Those Kraters were executed in marble and have been widely considered the finest and most well-conceived vases of Antiquity. They have been frequently copied and have been the inspiration for many decorative arts, including the present pair. The original vases feature bas-relief scenes in the Medici vase of a seated Iphigenia beneath a statue of Diana surrounded by Achilles, Ulysses and Agamemnon and in the Borghese vase a scene of drunk Silenius, Dionysus wearing his animal skin garment and Ariadne all together accompanied by a procession of revellers. The present example departs from antiquity, focusing only on the Bacchic revellers and have repeated this motif across the field of the vase. They carry in their outstretched arms wreathes and long drapes of their garments, several carrying in hand the Thrysus. The chorus of figures is loosely reminiscent to the Borghese Dancers, also known as the Dancing Hours, executed in bas relief in marble...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Antique Neoclassical Figural Marble Lamp with Tole Bouillotte Shade
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique neoclassical figural marble lamp with tole Bouillotte shade. Additional information: Materials: Marble, Tole Color: Antique White Perio...
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Marble

Baccarat Crinoline Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Very Fine "Crinoline" Chandelier by Baccarat featuring the classical crystal "plumes", octagon graduated chains and long slinder prisms. 8 lights. France, circa 1930. Dimensions:...
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1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Crystal, Bronze

Historistic brass table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1890s
Located in Wien, AT
Historistic brass table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1890s Brass original condition Original patina
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1890s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

Early Neo-Classical Style Carved Giltwood Italian Table Lamps, Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
These are incredible! A pair of early neo-classical style carved giltwood table lamps with three swans on pawed bases. They have some general age wear but are otherwise in very good ...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Lighting

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Brass

Pair of Venetian Bronze & Decorative Etched Mirrored Wall Sconces, C. 1800
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of Venetian two-arm bronze mirrored wall sconces with etched decorative floral, bird, and butterfly motif. Sconces retain the origina...
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Early 1800s Italian Antique Neoclassical Lighting

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Bronze

Serge Roche Inspired White Tole Metal Wall Sconces, Three Available
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a Serge Roche inspired white tole metal wall sconce. They are electrified and in working order. They are not terribly old. There are three available.
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2010s Unknown Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Metal

Vintage Neoclassical 3D Armillary Astrological Zodiac Bronze Patina Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Neoclassical Style 3D Armillary Astrological Zodiac Patinated Bronze Table Lamp on Wooden Base. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 31" H (to shade) x 26" H (to light socke...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Lighting

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Bronze

Italian 19th Century Neoclassical Style Giltwood and Ormolu Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful Italian 19th century neo-classical st. giltwood and ormolu chandelier. The six arm chandelier is centered by a lovely bottom finial amidst finely carved foliate designs a...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Lighting

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Ormolu

Elegant Iron & Marble Medici Lion Motif Floor Lamp Attributed Maitland -Smith
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elegant Mid-Century Iron & Marble Medici Lion Motif Floor Lamp Attributed to Maitland Smith, Circa 1980s This striking mid-century floor lamp seamlessly blends classic elegance wit...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Lighting

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Travertine, Marble, Metal

Elegant Pair of Brass Adjustable Wall Lights by Maison Charles - France 1960.
Located in Brussels, BE
Elegant pair of two-tones adjustable wall light (gold brass and gun finish). By Maison Charles-France 1960.
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

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

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Brass

Brass Reading Lamp with Claw Feet in the Style of Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice reading lamp is made of brass. The lamp is removable and adjustable. We have 2 identical floor lamps available. This is a French work in the style of Maison Jansen. C...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Brass

Pair of torches
Located in Warsaw, PL
Beyond their function as light sources, this pair of torchères truly embodies the spirit of decorative art from the late 19th or early 20th century, where storytelling and allegorica...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

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Brass

French Gold Gilt Bronze Neoclassical Candlestick Holders, Pair
Located in New York, NY
A substantial pair of French gold gilt bronze candlestick holders in the Neoclassical style, circa mid to late-19th century, France. A raise...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

1900’s Caldwell Leaded Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930’s Caldwell leaded glass light fixture with interior lights
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

1920's Caldwell Gilt Bronze Neoclassical Chandelier with Cut Glass
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze light fixture with cut glass inset. (6 interior lights)
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Maison Lancel brass Horse Sconces
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Maison Lancel brass Horse Sconces. US rewired, refinished.
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1960s European Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

1960s French Neoclassical Hand Brass and Opaline Glass Sconces, 3 Pair Available
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of French neoclassical wall sconces figuring a hand holding a globe. 3 pair available. Each takes one light bulb with max. 60 watts. US wired and in working condition. Back ...
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Metal, Brass

20th Century French Chandelier - Inspired By Coco Chanel
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning 20th-century French chandelier, inspired by the timeless elegance of Coco Chanel, beautifully blends vintage charm with refined craftsmanship. Its gilded metal frame is...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Metal

1920 Caldwell Chandelier 8 Lights
Located in New York, NY
1920 Caldwell bronze chandelier with 8 lights
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Modern Neo-Classical Style Cerused Pine And Brass Hand Chapman Table Lamps- Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
These are striking! It is a pair of neo-classical style brass and hand form table lamps. They are a cerused pine wood and were designed by Chapman. They are marked and in working order.
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Early 2000s American Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

Palm Tree Table Lamp In the Style of Maison Charles
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice pineapple table lamp is made of black lacquered and gilt metal. This is a French work in the Style of Maison Charles. Circa 1970
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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

19th Century French Lamp
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 19th-century Empire-style candlestick, crafted from polished bronze in a golden tone, has been expertly repurposed as an elegant lamp. Showcasing classic Empire motifs, it featu...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

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Bronze

Pair of neoclassical style brass lanterns wall lights, possibly Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant pair of neoclassical style lanterns wall lights is made of brass with glass. This is a French work attributed to Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

Charles et Fils Pair of Bronze & Blown Opaline Glass Globe French Sconces 1950
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Charles et Fils bronze two arms holding up a round blown opaline glass shade. French neoclassical design wall light from the 1950s. US wired and in working condition. Mea...
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Maison Jansen Style Two Patina Bronze Neoclassical Floor Lamp Tripod
Located in Miami, FL
Neoclassical two patina bronze floor lamp with a tripod claw feet base, made in france in the 1950s. Original European wired takes one regular Light bulb or LED comes with a foot sw...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

A SHABBY-CHIC SEVENTIES NEOCLASSICAL TABLE LAMP, France 1970
Located in PARIS, FR
An elegant, luxurious and very large table lamp, Art-Deco, Post-Modernist, Neo-Classical, Shabby-Chic, Cylindrical base and ovoid body in thick white enameled ceramic, gilded bronze ...
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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Metal

Neoclassical Pair of Gilt Bronze Bouillotte Lamps, France, Early 20th Century
Located in Bochum, NRW
Neoclassical Pair of Gilt Bronze Bouillotte Lamps, France, Early 20th Century. Shipping is complementary. A great pair of side table lamps, heavy structure made of bronze, adjustable hand painted tole clip on shades...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Billiard/Pool Table Light
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Extraordinary Billiard Chandelier, having solid turned bronze frame and Tiffany style shades (the shades are of a later manufacture). Dimensions: Height 75" (can be shortened) Wi...
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1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Brass

Wonderful Sherle Wagner 3 French Bronze Glass Dome Flush Mount Light Fixtures
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful set of 3 French bronze & milk glass dome flush mount light fixtures in the style and manor of Sherle Wagner Each fixture sold separately.
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20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

1920's Large Leaded Opaline Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's large leaded glass light fixture with 8-10 interior lights.
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Opaline Glass

Workstead Tube Sconce / Flush Mount Hewn Brass
Located in Floyd, VA
The TUBE SCONCE / FLUSH MOUNT MEDIUM is a versatile slim sconce, our take on a classic vanity fixture. Mounted either vertically, horizontally, or flush mo...
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2010s American Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

Early 20th Century French Bronze and Orange Amber Alabaster Chandelier
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite early 20th-century French six-light chandelier is made from carved veined red alabaster and bronze. The design features a classic acanthus leaf crown that transforms i...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

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Alabaster, Brass, Bronze

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

Materials

Porcelain, Fabric

A Fine Silver over Bronze Billiard/ Over Counter Light
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Fine Silvered Bronze "T" shaped, 4 Light Chandelier having metal shades. Europe, circa 1990. 4 Lights. Dimensions: Height 59" Width 52" Depth 16" CW5639
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1990s European Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Neoclassical Style Brass and Glass Pendant Light with Hand-Painted Landscape
Located in Barntrup, DE
Neoclassical style brass and glass pendant light with hand-painted landscape from circa the 1920s. This stunning Neoclassical-style pendant light fixture features a yellow and pale s...
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Brass

1900's Caldwell 8 Lights Chandelier with Greek key
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900 silver plated Caldwell 8 lights chandelier with Greek key design (set available)
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

Classic Alabaster Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully hand-carved alabaster bowl chandelier with the classic Greek Key motif. Held by bronze claws, chains and acanthus leaf canopy.
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Alabaster, Bronze

Palatial & Large Antique Russian Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A palatial and large antique Russian neoclassical gilt bronze, cut crystal and opaline glass multi light chandelier of exquisite craftsman...
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19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Rare and important pair of M G Bindesbøll Bronze Table Lamps 1850’s.
Located in Valby, 84
Rare pair of Martin Gottlib Bindesbøll bronze table lamps, crafted in Denmark during the 1850s. A true testament to Scandinavian craftsmanship, this lamp showcases Bindesbøll’s renow...
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19th Century Danish Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

1920 Caldwell Bronze Chandelier With Patina 6 Lights
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1920’s Caldwell bronze chandelier with original patina, 6 lights. Could be silver plated. Available matching sconces in silver and bronze
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Pillaret Drop Sconce by Studio DUNN
Located in Rumford, RI
Our modern wall sconce combines symmetry and candle-like geometry to create a striking silhouette suitable for a variety of environments. A narrow shade and single column of luxuriou...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Italian Mangani Firenze Porcelain Table Lamp with Gilt Floral Decoration
Located in Miami, FL
Italian Mangani Firenze Porcelain Table Lamp with Gilt Floral Decoration Offered for sale is an elegant Italian Mangani Firenze Porcelain gilt floral table lamp. The lamp is delicat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Lighting

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Brass

Pair of French Brass Sconces in the style of Arbus
Located in Miami, FL
4 pairs of brass ARBUS brass French sconces featuring a hand holding a torch. Opposite hands, circa 1940s. 1 pair in silver opposite hands (last i...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

1920's Caldwell Flush Mount with Opaline Glass
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze flush mounted light fixture with Opaline glass inset. From Waldorf Hotel NYC.
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Impressive Neoclassical Patinated Bronze & Glass Pendant Chandelier Lantern
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Beautiful vintage neoclassical style lantern of patinated bronze and paneled glass having 8" of chain and original canopy. 4 interior bulbs.
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1920s North American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

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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