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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
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

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Marble, Silver Leaf

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

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Zinc

Pair of French Neoclassical Style Zinc Lamps
Pair of French Neoclassical Style Zinc Lamps
$3,100 Sale Price / set
27% Off
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

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Alabaster

Marbro Neoclassical Exotic Marble & Dore Bronze Table Lamp, 1950s
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Marbro Exotic Marble & Dore Bronze Table Lamp Additional information: Materials: Bronze, Marble Color: Amber Brand: The Marbro Lamp Compa...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting

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Marble, Bronze

19th Century Italian Neoclassical Majolica Pair of Wall Brackets for Sconces
Located in Milano, MI
Early 19th century Neoclassical carved and gilded wall brackets realized with a white ivory color majolica demi vase of the Italian manufacture Gi...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Maiolica, Giltwood, Canvas

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

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

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Spelter

French Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze and Glass Four-Light Chandelier
Located in Barntrup, DE
French neoclassical style gilt bronze and glass four-light chandelier. This beautiful chandelier features three arms each terminating in a flower-shaped clear glass lampshade and a b...
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1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass, Bronze

1900 Caldwell Small Silver Sconces Two Lights
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1900 Caldwell silver plated bronze sconces small size and simple design. Two lights
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

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

Mid-20th Century Copper Lantern
Located in Chicago, IL
This mid-20th century hanging lantern light fixture is a stunning blend of rustic charm and architectural presence. Crafted from copper, it features eight glass-paneled sides, each w...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting

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Brass, Copper

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

French Neoclassical Style Brass and Frosted Cut Glass Ceiling Light, circa 1910
Located in Barntrup, DE
French neoclassical style ceiling light fixture from circa 1910, with an ornate brass body and a beautiful frosted cut glass lamp shade. One sock...
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1910s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

Alabaster and Marble Table Lamp France 20th Century
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Alabaster table lamp. The material is very close from marble and Onyx. US PLUG ADAPTATOR WILL BE FURNISHED FOR FREE TO THE US BUYERS Shade is not Furnished
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20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

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Alabaster, Marble

19th C. French Putti Motif Ormolu-Mounted Chinese Celadon Vase, Now as a Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
French Putti Motif Ormolu-Mounted Chinese Celadon Vase, Now as a Lamp A graceful 19th-century Chinese celadon-glazed porcelain vase, later mounted in France with finely cast gilt br...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

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Ormolu

Continental Austrian Silver Gilt and Crystal Chandelier
Located in Queens, NY
Continental Austrian (Possibly Mid-19th Century) crystal chandelier with 8 arms emanating from a crystal & scalloped silver gilt stem & draped with drops and pendants.
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19th Century Austrian Antique Neoclassical Lighting

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Crystal

Pair of 1950s Modern Neoclassical Style Gilt and Faux Marble Table Lamps
Located in Miami, FL
Featuring a double socket cluster, this pair of very elegant table lamps have a stem of gilt tole leaves rising from a column footed neoclassical urn wi...
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1950s Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Metal

Vintage Italian Neoclassical Style Carved Alabaster Trophy Cup Urn Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian Neoclassical Style Carved Alabaster Trophy Cup Figural Twin Handle Urn Form Table Lamp. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 32" H (to finial) x 21" H (to light sock...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Alabaster

Large French Louis XVI Style 6 arm Gilt Bronze & Carved Alabaster chandelier
Located in New York City, NY
Impressive antique French Louis XVI-style chandelier, finely crafted in gilt bronze and hand-carved alabaster. This remarkable fixture features a beautifully sculpted circular alaba...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

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Alabaster, Bronze

A Fine Gilt Bronze & Cut Glass Globe
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Fine & Decorative Gilt Bronze & Cut Glass Globe by Baccarat. 1 light. France, circa 1910. (3 available) Dimensions: Hgith 8 1/2" Diameter 9 1/2"
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1910s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

Pair of French 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Patinated Bronze and Ormolu Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful and high quality true pair of French 19th century Neo-Classical st. patinated bronze and ormolu lamps. Each lamp is raised by fine patinated bronze and ormolu bases with ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Bourbon Restoration Period Ormolu 24-Light Chandelier
Located in London, GB
A magnificent Bourbon restoration period Twenty-four light ormolu chandelier Constructed in bronze, which has been cast with extraordinary attention to detail, and conformingly e...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Ormolu, 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

1930 Gilt Bronze Sunburst Sconces 2 Lights
Located in New York, NY
pair pf circa 1930's gilt bronze sconces with sunburst shaped backplate
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1930s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

1950s Modern Neoclassical Gilt Metal Three Candle Sconces Barcelona
Located in Miami, FL
REDUCED FROM $975....Neoclassical in style, this pair of appliques or sconces feature an antiqued gilt finish and three branch arms with curling leaves, the arms ending in upturned c...
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1950s Spanish Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

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

Large Neoclassical Style Brass and Plate Glass Lantern
Located in London, GB
Large neoclassical style brass and plate glass lantern, French, 20th century Dimensions: Height 119cm, diameter 64cm Made from polished brass and plate glass, this large lantern...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

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Brass

Historistic Ceiling Lamp Vienna Around 1890s with Glass Sticks
Located in Wien, AT
Historistic ceiling lamp vienna around 1890s with glass sticks Polished and stove enamelled Glass sticks are replaced ( new ).
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1890s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

1920's Silver Plated Caldwell One Light Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell one light sconces with rampant lions on backplate.
Category

1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze, Silver Plate

Pair of Italian 1930s Alabaster Lamps
By Cooperativa Artieri dell’Alabastro 1
Located in New York, NY
A translucent alabaster lamp of the same model was featured in the July 1938 issue of Domus magazine, which was established and edited by Gio Ponti. They were made in the Volterra wo...
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1930s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

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Alabaster

Antique Italian Polychromed Tole Tea Samovar, Now as a Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique Italian Polychromed Tole Tea Samovar, Now as a Lamp  Samovar Italy, 1900s, Electrified Circa 1950s This Antique Italian Polychromed Tole Tea Samovar, now adapted as a lamp, ...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Metal

A Very Fine English Crystal Gasolier
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Exquisite Gasolier Chandelier, now electrified. Four original etched crystal shades. England circa 1800. Dimensions: Height 41" Diameter 35" including shades.
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1880s French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Beautiful Pair of Celadon Green & Gold Urn Shaped Table Lamps
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Beautiful pair of celadon green carved wood lamps having gilded highlights and neoclassical urn shape. 7.25” W x 6” D Shade 13” H x 18” W at bottom
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1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Wood

Late 19th Century Caldwell Bronze Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A late 19th Century Caldwell neoclassical style bronze chandelier with Greek key design and crystals hangings
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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

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

Italian Neo Classical Style Travertine Marble 1960s Torchiere Lamp
Located in Lomita, CA
Neoclassical style and grandeur make this lamp a standout among torchieres. The lions offer realism in the artistic detail of the teeth and head. The lamp design is sturdy and it is ...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Travertine, Marble

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

1920's Silver English Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A 1920’s English silver plated lantern with interior lights
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1920s British Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

Fine Antique French Neoclassical Style Gilt and Patinated Bronze Desk Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional quality, attributed to Maison Gagneau, Paris gilt and patinated bronze desk lamp designed as a quiver of arrows in the Neoclassical taste. C...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

1930 Caldwell Silver Plated One Light Sconces
Located in New York, NY
pair of 1920 silver plated one light sconces
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1930s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

Vintage French Neoclassical White Opaline Glass Column Brass Mounted Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Neoclassical Style White Opaline Glass Column Brass Mounted Table Lamp. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 32" H (to finial) x 24" H (to light socket) x 6.5" W x 6....
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

Gianni Versace Silverplate Medusa Table Lamp, Laudarte SRL Italy
Located in Miami, FL
Gianni Versace Silverplate Medusa Table Lamp, Laudarte SRL Italy Offered for sale is a Gianni Versace silver plate "Medusa" table lamp designed by Gianni Versace and manufactured by...
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Silver Plate, Wire

Pillaret Rise 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

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

Materials

Brass

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of Brass & Alabaster Wall Sconces in the Neoclassical Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pair of cast brass and alabaster wall sconces. The sconces have a wonderful shape, they are very unique and well made. Manuf...
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Early 2000s American Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Alabaster, Brass

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

Materials

Bronze, Gold Leaf

Wonderful French Empire Neoclassical Regency Bronze Patinated Bouillotte Lamp
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful French Empire neoclassical regency bronze patinated Bouillotte lamp with 3 candelabra sockets Completely rewired and ready to enjoy.
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20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

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

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Bronze

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of Large French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Cut Rock Crystal Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A Beautiful Pair of Large French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Cut Rock Crystal Lamps. The upper sections are made up of one solid piece of hand-carved and hand-polished columnar nat...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Rock Crystal, Bronze

Pair of Eglomise Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful pair of eglomise table lamps, probably American in the French Style. Both are in fine, original, working condition. Diameter of lamp bod...
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1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Brass

Russian 19th Century Neoclassical Ormolu, Opaline Glass, and Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A palatial and large antique Russian Neoclassical gilt bronze and crystal chandelier. The chandelier is arranged in multiple tiers, incorporating a complex structure of ormolu-mounte...
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19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Pair of 19th Century French Polished Repousse Urn-Shaped Table Oil Lamps
Located in Dallas, TX
These elegant antique "Lampes a Petrole" (or oil lamps) were crafted in France, circa 1870. The spelter fixtures, converted into table lamps, sit on a round silvered base. They featu...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Spelter

Vintage French Giltwood Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1950 French gilded chandelier of neoclassic style, with scrolling oversized arms and twisted body and pomegranate finial. Measurements: Height: 36" Diameter: 35"
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Giltwood

Fine Neoclassical Alabaster Figure of a Water Maiden Lighted on a Pedestal
Located in Manhasset, NY
A fine alabaster figure of a water maiden on a pedestal. The single globe lamp is of a draped female water bearer with a lighted street pole behind her st...
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Alabaster

1920 French Pair Silver Plated Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1920 French silver plated pair of table lamps
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

19th Century French Lamp
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite 19th-century French lamp is a masterpiece of Neoclassical design, combining luxurious materials with intricate craftsmanship. The base is made of finely cut crystal, s...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Bronze

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

Wonderful Pair of Fine French Gilt Doré Bronze Cut Crystal Column Lamps Paw Feet
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful pair of very fine quality French style gilt doré bronze and diamond cut crystal ormolu-mounted column-form lamps with paw feet made in Austria accompanied by silk shades.
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Early 20th Century Austrian Neoclassical Lighting

Materials

Crystal, 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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