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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
Antique French Empire Neoclassical Bronze Candlestick Column Table Lamps a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Empire Neoclassical Gold Gilt Patinated Bronze Candlestick Column Table Lamps with Very Fine Ormulu and Casting - a Pair. Circa Late 19th Century. Measurements: 31" H ...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique 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

Foliage Crown Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Metal
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. The...
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20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Lighting

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Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf

Antique Limoges Bisque Porcelain Table Lamp Decorated Gold Base in Gilded Bronze
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1930s French table lamp with Limoges white bisque porcelain decorated gold; rings and base in gilded bronze Overhauled electrical system Measures Li...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

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Bronze

French 19th Century Neoclassical Style Ormolu and Baccarat Crystal Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most elegant French 19th century Neo-Classical st. ormolu and Baccarat crystal eight arm chandelier. The chandelier is centered by a striking acorn finial amidst fine overlapping f...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

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Crystal, Ormolu

Pair of American Style Brass Wall Sconces
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful pair of wall sconces made of solid brass newly rewire with two 60/watt light each. Ready to use.
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1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

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

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

Historic chandelier vienna around 1890s with original antique glass shades
Located in Wien, AT
Historistic chandelier vienna around 1890s with original antique glass shades Polished and stove enameled original antique glass shades
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1890s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Lighting

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Brass

Vintage Stiffel Empire Neoclassical Style Urn Form Brass Table Lamps - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Stiffel Empire Neoclassical Style Urn Form Brass and Ivory Enamel Table Lamps - a Pair. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 36" H (to finial) x 26" H (to light socket) x 6...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of Small French Neoclassical Gilt Iron Crown Sunburst Light Fixtures
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of neoclassical style gilt iron leafed crown light fixtures or pendants. France, 1940s. Stunning pair of sunburst ceiling light fixtures in crowned shape. Handcrafted in iron an...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

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Gold Leaf, Metal, Iron

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...
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19th Century Baltic Antique Neoclassical Lighting

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Crystal, Ormolu

1920’s Caldwell Bronze and Cut Glass Sconces
Located in New York, NY
pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell double light sconces with mirrored cut glass backplate .Great condition and newly rewired (UL)
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Bronze

Pair of Large Italian Neoclassical Carved Giltwood Two-Light Wall Sconces
Located in New York, NY
This pair of very large wall sconces was made in Italy in the mid-20th century in the neoclassical style, using carved wood with a gilt finish. The design is based on 18th-century mo...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Lighting

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Giltwood

Neoclassical style. Veined alabaster table lamp, France, 1940s
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Veined alabaster table lamp, France, 1940s. Made entirely of veined alabaster, which has been turned, hand-sculpted and worked in relief in the shape of an Empire style vase, offerin...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Alabaster

French Brass Chandelier with Crystal Drops Ceiling Pendant circa 1900
Located in Labrit, Landes
Brass ceiling pendant Lustre with crystal drops and half a sphere of engraved glass French, circa 1900 Good antique condition. This lustre is suitable to USA or EU and UK standards....
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Brass

1940s Bronze Shell Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of gilt bronze shell sconces with 3 interior lights
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Jacques Adnet Style Bronze Horse Sconce Wall Lamp French Neoclassical
Located in Miami, FL
Jacques Adnet style neoclassical bronze horse head sconce, wall light, lamp with form fit original shade. In perfect working condition and takes 2 l...
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze, Brass

Pair of Monumental French Antique Marble and Bronze Candelabra Torcheres
Located in London, GB
This pair of fine candelabra torcheres take form on a monumental scale, each of them standing almost two and a half metres tall. The casting is superior in its quality and could be attributed to one of the 19th century masters, such as Deniere or Barbedienne. Each torchere is formed of a fluted veined marble column set...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Marble, Ormolu, Bronze

Neoclassical style silvered metal chandelier. French work by Maison Charles
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant neoclassical style chandelier is made of silvered metal. This is a French work by Maison Charles. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Metal

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 )
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1890s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

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

Pair of Arbus Sconces, 4 pairs available
Located in Miami, FL
Three pairs of Andre Arbus wall sconces. Bronze back plate and painted bronze hand. Nice and original old patina. 10" height with the shade, ...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Historistic fire gilted table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1890s
Located in Wien, AT
Historistic fire gilted table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1890s Original condition The fabric shade is replaced ( new )
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1890s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

A Very Fine Maison Bagues Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Very Fine & Elegant Silver over Bronze & Crystal Chandelier by Maison Bagues. France, circa 1930. 3 lights. Dimensions: Height 20 1/2" Diameter 26" CW5019
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1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Maison Tisserand Art & Styles Paris Pair of adjustable Bronze Sconces
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Bronze retractable Sconces made by the famous Maison Tisserand ( signed in the back ) US rewired and in working condition, dimmer on each socket. 100 watts bulb max or LED . ...
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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

1920’s Caldwell Silver Plated Bronze and Mirror Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell etched mirrored sconces with silver plated arms for two lights
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

A French 19th century Neo-Classical st. Ormolu and Baccarat Crystal chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and most impressive French 19th century Neo-Classical st. Ormolu and Baccarat Crystal chandelier. This exceptional fifteen light and fifteen arm chandelier is centered at ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Ormolu

Chapman Black Ebonized Wood & Metal Torchiere Column Table Lamp 30"
Located in Dayton, OH
Chapman torchiere / torch shaped table lamp crafted of ebonized wood and brushed silver tone metal, with a round base and triangular body with concav...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Metal

Russian 19th Century Neoclassical St. Ormolu, Crystal, Glass & Mirror Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and extremely elegant Russian 19th century Neo-Classical st. ormolu, crystal, glass, and mirror chandelier. The eight arm chandelier displays a striking circular wrap arou...
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19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Lighting

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Crystal, Ormolu

1920's Caldwell Gilt Bronze Light Fixture with Opaline Glass
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell neoclassic style light fixtures with beautiful Opaline glass inset.
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Historistic Chandelier Vienna Around 1890s with Capricorn Heads
Located in Wien, AT
Historistic chandelier vienna around 1890s with Capricorn heads Brass polished and stove enamelled Original old glass shades.
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1890s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

Antique Old Paris Porcelain Neoclassical Portrait Lamp, c.1850
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique Old Paris Porcelain Neoclassical Portrait Lamp - Vase c.1850 later electrified Additional information: Materials: Porcelain Color:...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Porcelain

1950's French Neoclassical style "Winged Lion Holding Lamp" Table Lamp
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1950's Neoclassical style "Winged Lion" Patinate & Gilt Metal Table Lamp. Shade is included.
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Metal

Pair of French 19th Century Neo-Classical Ormolu and Patinated Bronze Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A wonderful pair French 19th century neo-cassical ormolu and patinated bronze lamps. Each lamp is raised on a square ormolu base with a reeded patinated bronze column. Above ormolu u...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

French Neoclassical Style Brass and Clear Glass Round Hanging Lantern, 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
French brass and cut clear glass round hanging lantern from circa the 1920s. This adorable three-light antique pendant lantern features an eleg...
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

Vintage Neoclassical Carved White Marble Alabaster Column Table Lamp 38"
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 20th century white marble alabaster table lamp, carved in the shape of a neoclassical column, wrapped in curtain swag and topped with a vase. Includes harp, glass flower finial,...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Alabaster

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

Materials

Terracotta, Lucite

Antique Wedgwood Neoclassical Ram's Head Table Lamp
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous green & cream bisque Neoclassical style table lamp with mythological creatures, ram's horns, putti, and a Greek Key border By Wedgwood USA, circa 1920s Measures: ...
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Pottery

Italian Neoclassical Large Carved Solid Alabaster Marble Urn Table Lamps - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Stately Antique Italian Neoclassical Large Carved Solid Alabaster Marble Urn Form Table Lamps on Gold Gilt Wood Bases - a Pair. Item features a high-quality, heavy construction, appr...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Alabaster

Alabaster Urn Lamp
Located in Savannah, GA
A neoclassical alabaster urn lamp, France, early 20th century. 5 ½ inches wide by 4 ½ inches deep by 10 ½ inches to top of alabaster; 22 ¼ inches tall to top of finial
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20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Alabaster

1940's French Neoclassical Maison Bagues Bronze Documented Table Lamp
Located in Opa Locka, FL
c1940's French Neoclassical style Maison Bagues Signed and Documented Bronze Palm Table Lamp. Heavy high quality lamp!
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Russian 19th Century Neoclassical St. Ormolu, Crystal and Green Glass Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An exceptional and most decorative Russian 19th century Neo-Classical st. ormolu, crystal, and green glass chandelier. The six arm chandelier is centered by a richly chased acorn finial and stunning hand blown emerald green central fut with beautiful sprays at the center spread over two tiers and adorned with lovely crystal rosettes...
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19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Ormolu

Lute and Tambourine Players Table Lamp Silk Brocade, Music, 19th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
A 19th Century Neoclassical table lamp with “Musique” description with a dome brocade silk lampshade. A lady playing the lute and a young child (putti) playing the tambourine Heigh...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Spelter

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

Italian Early 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Giltwood And Crystal Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful and most elegant Italian early 19th century Neo-Classical st. giltwood and crystal chandelier. The eight arm nine light chandelier is centered by an outstanding fitted cut crystal dome with lovely reeded designs housing a single hanging light bulb...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Crystal

Pair of French Neoclassical Style Zinc Lamps
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of French neoclassical style zinc lamps. Stunning large pair of French Neoclassical style zinc lamps. These French zinc lamps ha...
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1940s European Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Zinc

Pair of French Neoclassical Style Zinc Lamps
Pair of French Neoclassical Style Zinc Lamps
$3,100 Sale Price / set
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1920's Caldwell Silver Plated Scrolled Arms Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1920's silver-plated Caldwell double light sconces with scrolled arms. selling as a pair
Category

1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze, Silver Plate

Antique Italian Neoclassical Greco Roman White Porcelain Urn Table Lamps - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Italian Neoclassical Style Greco Roman White Porcelain Twin Handle Urn Form Table Lamps with Busts of Julius Caesar and his wife Calpurnia - a ...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Lighting

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Porcelain

Tiffany Style Table Lamp With Red Roses Flowers
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a heavy Tiffany Style table lamp. Its shade is shaped as an umbrella. Its stained glass depicts different shades of blue, green, red and purple. These different shapes of geo...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Stained Glass

Antique 19th Century Neoclassical Baccarat Crystal and Glass 36-Light Chandelier
Located in Madrid, ES
A grand 19th century French Baccarat crystal 36-light, triple-tier chandelier. At over one meter high and wide, this large and impressive style of crystal chandelier was especially p...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Carved Gilded Gold Wood Artichoke Table Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful unique carved table lamp. Opening bloom details with gilded gold finish over dark brown/ebony finish. Matching carved finial. See images. Does not include shade.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Wood

French Neoclassical Urn Shape Table Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Patinated Metal, New Shade Style: French Neoclassical Condition: Newly Rewired Dimensions: 22”H x 6.50”W x 5”D Shade: 10.50”H x 13”W x 13”D
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Metal

Pair of bronze and crystals French sconces
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of crystals wall sconces, France circa 1900s. The French sconces have a bronze frame with a Lyre shape. The antique sconces are fully ornate with crystals: a few of them in past...
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

French Neoclassical Style Carved Silver Giltwood & Marble Draped Urn Lamps, Pair
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Highly detailed pair of French neoclassical style silver leaf giltwood urn lamps featuring hand carved draped foliate garland motifs. These Louis XVI style lamps are mounted on marbl...
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20th Century European Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Marble, Silver Leaf

Italian White Marble Table Lamps, Pair
Located in Miami, FL
A beautiful and substantial pair of Italian white marble desk or table lamps in the Neoclassical style, circa 20th century, Italy. New white linen cu...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass

Large Italian Empire Crystal and Gilt Tole Chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
Large Italian Empire crystal and gilt tole chandelier circa 1815-1835. Gilt tole repousse rings strung with crystal beads and pendants. Six gilt-iron arms – each supporting a candela...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Iron, Tin, Gold Leaf

1920s Leaded Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's medium size leaded glass chandelier with flowers ornaments on body
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Glass

A Pair of Neoclassical Tole & Eglomise Mirrored Urn Motif Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Pair of Neoclassical Tole & Eglomise Mirrored Urn Motif Lamps Later 20th Century Each one eglomise mirrored twin handled urn, raised on a square pedestal base Rewired ready ...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Metal

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

Materials

Brass

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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