Neoclassical Lighting
NEOCLASSICAL STYLE
Neoclassical design emerged in Europe in the 1750s, as the Age of Enlightenment reached full flower. Neoclassical furniture took its cues from the styles of ancient Rome and Athens: symmetrical, ordered, dignified forms with such details as tapered and fluted chair and table legs, backrest finials and scrolled arms.
Over a period of some 20 years, first in France and later in Britain, neoclassical design — also known as Louis XVI, or Louis Seize — would supersede the lithe and curvaceous Rococo or Louis XV style.
The first half of the 18th century had seen a rebirth of interest in classical antiquity. The "Grand Tour" of Europe, codified as a part of the proper education of a patrician gentleman, included an extended visit to Rome. Some ventured further, to sketch the ruins of ancient Greece. These drawings and others — particularly those derived from the surprising and rich archaeological discoveries in the 1730s and ’40s at the sites of the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum — caused great excitement among intellectuals and aesthetes alike.
Neoclassical furniture is meant to reflect both grace and power. The overall appearance of neoclassical chairs, tables and cabinetry is strong and rectilinear. These pieces are, in effect, classical architecture in miniature: chair and table legs are shaped like columns; cabinets are constructed with elements that mirror friezes and pediments.
Yet neoclassicism is enlivened by gilt and silver leaf, marquetry, and carved and applied ornamental motifs based on Greek and Roman sculpture: acanthus leaves, garlands, laurel wreaths, sheaves of arrow, medallions and chair splats are carved in the shapes of lyres and urns. Ormolu — or elaborate bronze gilding — was essential to French design in the 18th and 19th centuries as a cornerstone of the neoclassical and Empire styles.
As you can see from the furniture on these pages, there is a bit of whimsy in such stately pieces — a touch of lightness that will always keep neoclassicism fresh.
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Style: Neoclassical
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Giltwood and Crystal Chandelier
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A most charming Italian 19th century pressed patinated metal, giltwood and crystal twelve lights Genovese chandelier. This magnificent chandelier features 2 tiers of 6 lights each. I...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Crystal
Vintage Sconces Pair Wall Lamps Louis XVI Style, France, Mid 20th Century
Located in Bastogne, BE
Pair of vintage French wall sconces.
These stunning pieces are crafted from richly gilded bronze, boasting intricate detailing reminiscent of the Louis XVI style, or perhaps the bro...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Fine Pair of Porta Romana Gilt Obelisk Form Lamps
By Porta Romana
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A pair of very fine quality Table Lamps by Porta Romana with an elemental Obelisk form and a sophisticated burnished gold finish. Takes a Candelabra base bulb.
H. 25", base 5 x 5"
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Giltwood
Italian Mid-Century Flower-Shaped White Alabaster Table Lamp or Mood Lamp, 1950s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Italian mid-century flower-shaped white alabaster table lamp or mood lamp, from the circa 1950s.
Absolutely adorable white/ivory color alabaster table lamp o...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Alabaster
Neoclassical Style LapisLazuli and Bronze Vase Lamps by Gherardo Degli Albizzi
Located in Florence, Tuscany
This Neoclassical Style Set of Lapis Lazuli and Gilt Bronze Vase Lamps by Gherardo Degli Albizzi are exceptional pieces of luxury design. Vases, which have an ovoid form, feature bul...
Category
2010s Italian Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Marble, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Bronze
SET of 6 French Neoclassical Bronze "Mr North Wind" Gas Converted Wall Sconces
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Set of 6 Antique 19thc French Bronze Gas Converted Wall Sconces. Featuring Mr North Wind blowing beauty. Newly wired and ready to mount. French estate find.
Category
1850s French Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Mid-century wrought iron lantern from France, 1950s
Located in Lyon, FR
Cute mid-century wrought iron lantern, made in France, 1950s.
Wrought iron structure, frozen glass lampshade, nice making details : floral ornaments, metallic lace and twists.
Perfec...
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair Of 19th Century Wild & Wessel Desk Lamps
Located in Kent, Dover
A pair of XIX Century German gilt brass adjustable desk lamps by Wild and Wessel, with white glass vesta shades. In the Classical manner.
Category
1870s German Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass
$4,166 / set
Pair of French Sconces
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of French dolphins sconces.
80w each.
US wired and in working condition.
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Metal
$950 / set
Mid-Century French Carved Painted Lamp with Fruit Decor with Custom Shade
Located in Dallas, TX
Enhance your table or console with this elegant single-light carved wood lamp, adorned with a charming display of fruits and foliage. Crafted in France circa 1970, the sculpture rest...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Wood
Neoclassical Pair of Wildwood Black and Gold Table Lamps with Paw Feet
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Impressive pair of square columnar neoclassical style table lamps by Wildwood having urn decoration and a rich leathery texture. Fancy antiqued brass paw feet complete the rich styl...
Category
1990s American Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Metal
Pair of Monumental Early 20th Century Neoclassical Bronze and Marble Torchère La
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
An extraordinary pair of early 20th-century neoclassical torchère-style lamps, featuring stunning bronze and heavy marble bases.
These grand statement pieces showcase intricate Corin...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Pair of Stiffel Brass Columnar Table Lamps
By Stiffel
Located in Lomita, CA
This is an extraordinary pair of Stiffel lamps in size, design and presence. The pair are vintage Stiffel brass columnar lamps from the mid to late 20th Century. They are a decoratin...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass
$750 Sale Price / set
62% Off
Pair Of Painted Sheet Metal And Brass Wall Lights, 20th Century
Located in Brussels, BE
Pair Of Painted Sheet Metal And Brass Wall Lights, 20th Century
Category
20th Century European Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair Of Italian Alabaster Urn Table Lamps
Located in Bradenton, FL
Stunning pair of 20th century alabaster Italian urn table lamps. Lamps feature the classic ornate urn shape and are characterized by their beautiful veined stonework and soft, transl...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Alabaster
$3,950 / set
Workstead Tube Sconce / Flush Mount Small
By Workstead
Located in Floyd, VA
TUBE SCONCE SMALL is both intimately scaled and luminously impactful. With a bold yet compact beam of light this fixture is well suited to small and large spaces alike. ADA compliant. UL Listed. Damp...
Category
2010s American Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass
$1,800 / item
1920’s Silver Plated Chandelier 6 Lights
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920’s Caldwell silver plated chandelier with six lights
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
1920's Silver Plated Caldwell Chandelier with Gilt Ornaments
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell chandelier with gilded details ,matching sconces available.
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Large Italian Brass And Glass Lantern
Located in Houston, TX
Large Italian Brass And Glass Lantern.
Offered is a outstanding mid century Italian Neoclassical style octagonal brass and beveled glass lantern.
This lantern comes with 3 feet of he...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Blue John Marble Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of blue John marble lamps. Continental blue John table lamps of baluster form with grey-beige and purple accents with grey marble and chased ...
Category
Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Marble
$7,600 / set
Pair Gilt Bronze Federal Style Neo-Classical Sconces by E. F. Caldwell
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This handsome pair of gilt bronze sconces feature Classical motifs including acanthus leaves, swags and tassels. They are in excellent condition, retaining their original gilding, an...
Category
Early 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Italian Etched Glass Silver Plated Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1910 Italian silver plated lantern with etched glass in floral motif and interior cluster of 4 candelabra lights.
Measurements:
Drop (current) 37"
Minimum drop 27"
Diam...
Category
1910s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Blown Glass
Four E. F. Caldwell Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Sconces with Wedgwood Plaques
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
These beautiful sconces are of the finest quality, and feature Classical motifs including bowknots and acanthus leaves. They are mounted with sage green Wedgwood...
Category
Late 18th Century American Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Bronze, Crystal & Gilt Wood Regency Style Chandelier
Located in Norwood, NJ
Impressive and Elegant Bronze, Crystal & Gilt Wood Regency Style Chandelier. Antique Bronze, Crystal & Carved Wood Chandelier circa 1910
Versailles style
10 Light Electrified / Worki...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Pair of Vintage Painted and Parcel Silvergilt Columnar Lamps by Stiffel
By Stiffel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of neoclassical style table lamps, by Stiffel; in column form, painted and accented with silvergilt, each ionic capital over tapering column, raised on square plinth.
Stock I...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Wood
Three Pairs of Signed E. F. Caldwell Carved Giltwood and Iron Swan Form Sconces
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This rare set of six signed sconces (sold by the pair), are hand carved and feature Classical motifs including bellflowers, acanthus leaves, and pinecone finials.
Each sconce consists of a carved giltwood swan...
Category
Early 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Giltwood
Pair of Italian Neoclassical Style Porcelain Lamps
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Italian Neoclassical style porcelain lamps.
Stunning pair of Italian Neoclassical style Porcelain lamps with opposing Greek inspired faces, gilt swan handles and brass bases....
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Porcelain
Fine Pair Vaughan Designs French Empire Neoclassical Bronze Urn Finial Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Pair Of Vaughan Designs French Empire Neoclassical bronze Urn two Candelabra Sconces with finaial top.
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Italian Neoclassical, Column Motif Table Lamps, Marble, Italy, 1950s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Italian Neoclassical, Corinthian Column Form Table Lamps, Marble, Italy, 1950s
A pair of heavy, solid marble, Corinthian Column form table lamps. One has a small and insignificant c...
Category
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Carrara Marble
Pair of French Brass and Bronze Ajustable Floor Lamps
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of high quality French Brass floor lamps from a Palm Beach Mansion.
Fully refinished and rewired.
Adjustable stem.
Minimum 55 inches
Maximum ...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Large Signed E. F. Caldwell Bronze and Crystal Empire Style Chandelier
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This truly amazing Gilded Age Chandelier of "tent and bag" form features strands of faceted crystal beads of graduated size. The gilt bronze fra...
Category
1890s American Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Ormolu
Neoclassical Old Paris Style Exotic Jungle Landscape Campana Urn Lamp
By Old Paris
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Neoclassical Old Paris Style Exotic Jungle Landscape Campana Urn Lamp
France, 20th century
An exquisite Neoclassical Old Paris Style Exotic Jungle Landscape Campana Urn Lamp, origi...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass
$716 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Huges French Torchères, 4 Pairs Available
Located in Miami, FL
Rare set of 8 French torchères, 4 pairs, iron and glass flame. Perfect for an impressive decor.
Sold by pair
From a French Chateau in Lorraine.
1 light, 60 watt max bulb.
Category
1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass, Iron
Maison Charles Huge Brass 'Corinthian Column' Table Lamp France, circa 1970s
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Maison Charles very large tall cast brass table lamp with original height adjustable brass metal shade. Opulent, ornate and decadent - everything you would expect from beautifully cr...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Metal, Brass
$2,257 Sale Price
50% Off
Pair of Antique Neoclassical Brass Table Lamps
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of antique neoclassical brass table lamps. They were made in England, they date from around the 1930’s.
The quality is outstanding, the solid brass lamp bases have a...
Category
1930s British Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass
$1,125 / set
Superb Pair of Pewter Corinthian Column Neoclassical Table Lamps
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Magnificent pair of pewter silverplate corinthian column neoclassical lamps . having lion heads detailing near top of each column and amazing hand ...
Category
1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Pewter
French Neoclassical Cut Crystal Girandole or Table Lamp
Located in Plainview, NY
A beautiful and decorative French cut crystal in white and prink girandole or table lamp. The frame is mad of antiqued style metal and the lamp is decorate with droplets and white an...
Category
1980s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Metal
$1,080 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Regency French Lantern
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Introduce a touch of classic sophistication to your home with this stunning vintage French Regency style lantern. Masterfully crafted, its graceful silhouette features four curved gl...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
19th Century Old Paris Topographical Coffee Pot, Now as a Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th century Old Paris topographical coffee pot, now as a lamp
One side depicting a view of the of the Palais Royal the other side shows a view of the L’Arc Porte Saint- Denis, rais...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Porcelain, Giltwood
$1,000 Sale Price
20% Off
A Pair of Neoclassical Cranberry glass & Gilt Bronze Lantern Chandeliers
Located in New York, NY
A Pair of Magnificent Large Antique Russian Neoclassical gilt bronze, cranberry glass and cut crystal multi light lantern chandeliers of exquisite craftsmanship. Each unusual lantern is embellished with a fine Russian cranberry glass bell...
Category
20th Century European Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
$39,760 Sale Price / set
20% Off
1900 Neoclassical Caldwell Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1900 Caldwell Neoclassic style sconces with medallion atop, two lights
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$6,800 / set
Pair of 1920's Caldwell Diamond Shape Mirror Small Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920 small Caldwell silver plated diamond shape sconces with mirrored backplate
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Very Fine Gilt Bronze & Crystal "Basket" Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Very Fine Gilt Bronze & Crystal "Basket" chandelier. France, circa 1930. 1 Light
Neo Classical style.
Dimensions: Height 18" Diameter 12"
CW5269.
Category
1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Basket Chandelier Crystal Empire Brass 8 Arms Lustre Antique Neorenaissance
Located in Berlin, DE
We present to you an exquisite neo-renaissance brass chandelier, a real rarity and an antique gem. This antique chandelier has been lovingly and expertly restored in Berlin and its e...
Category
1890s Italian Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Swedish Designer, Wall Lights, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and rattan wall lights designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 9.25” H x 14.25” W x 7.5” D
Back Plate Dimensions (inches): 8.75” H x ...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass
1930's Gilt Bronze Sunburst Sconces with Two Lights - Pair
Located in New York, NY
A pair pf circa 1930's gilt bronze sconces with sunburst shaped backplate
Category
1930s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
1900's Silver Plated Neoclassic Chandelier with 16 lights
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1900's Neoclassic style two tiers 16 lights chandelier with Greek key design and black patina
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Pair of French 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Ormolu and Rouge Griotte Marble La
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An exceptional and most charming true pair of French 19th century Neo-Classical st. ormolu and Rouge Griotte marble lamps. Each lamp is raised by its original elegant circular Rouge Griotte marble base with a fine wrap around a double mottled border. Each lamp depicts the beautiful Psyche draped in a wonderfully executed flowing dress with a shawl...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
1900's Caldwell Etched Mirror 2 Lights Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900's Caldwell etched mirrored sconces with two silver plated arms for lights. Available 2 pairs
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$5,800 / set
1920's Caldwell Mirrored Backplate Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze sconces with etched mirrors and two lights
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$4,800 / set
French 19th-20th Century Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze Figural Hanging Lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine and rare French 19th-20th century neoclassical style gilt bronze and color-glass figural hanging lantern, the hexagonal shaped body with an orange glass paneling background, each panel centered with a gilt bronze Royal Crest depicting two-winged dragons above a Royal shield...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$19,850 Sale Price
43% Off
Pair Of Gilt Bronze And Crystal Louis XVI Style Wall Sconces
By Delisle Freres
Located in Norwood, NJ
Fine pair of French gilt bronze and crystal Neoclassical style wall sconces with Louis XVI influence. Crystal and bronze draped garland between three arms.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
French Neoclassical / Beaux Arts Style Bronze Hanging Light Fixture
Located in San Francisco, CA
An exceptional Neoclassical / Beaux Arts style bronze six arm hanging light fixture.
Excellent quality.
Recently professionally re-wired and ready to install.
France, late 19th centu...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
A Classical Nickel And Curved Murano Glass Italian Lantern
Located in London, GB
An Italian nickel and curved Murano amber glass lantern from the early 20th century. Very good quality casting and glass panels. The canopy with scrolled acanthus design. Finials to ...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Nickel
Pair of Plaster Hand & Torch Sconces by Sirmos Style of Jean-Michel Frank 1970s
By Sirmos
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of Plaster Hand & Torch Sconces by Sirmos Style of Jean-Michel Frank 1970s
Pair or set of rare faux painted plaster hand and torch sconces, ...
Category
1970s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Plaster
Faux-Bamboo Bronze Floor Lamp By Maison Bagués
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice faux-bamboo floor lamp is made of bronze. This is a French work by Maison Bagués. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$3,035 Sale Price
30% Off
Pair of Maison Jansen two Patina Retractable Sconces 3 pairs available
Located in Miami, FL
Superb pair of Maison Jansen retractable sconces,
US rewired and in working condition
Measures:
Back plate 2.3/8" diameter
Projection max 15", mini 9"
15" W max, 6" W mini.
3 pairs a...
Category
1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Baccarat Crystal Spiral Urn Form Table Lamp
By Paul Haasen, Baccarat
Located in Norwood, NJ
Baccarat spiral urn form table lamp. Baccarat style urn or vase form lamp on square black veined marble base with subtle gilt bronze embellishments, by...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Vintage Sconces in Gilt Brass Ribbon & Torch Twin Branch Wall Lights, France
Located in Bastogne, BE
Vintage Paired wall sconces in beautiful gilt brass from the French manufacturer, 1950s.
These two arm brass candlestick wall sconces feature ornate beaded, foliate designs and ribb...
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass
Pair of Solid Polished Brass Petite Table Lamps, a Pair
Located in Germantown, MD
Beautiful pair of solid, polished brass table lamps with harp and finials. Very good vintage condition.
Measures 4"W x 4"D x 21.5"H to top of finials.
W3LR041722.
Category
Mid-20th Century American 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.