Like France’s Empire style, Regency-style furniture was rooted in neoclassicism; the characteristics of its bedroom furniture, armchairs, dining room tables and other items include clean lines, angular shapes and elegant details.
Dating roughly from the 1790s to 1830s, antique Regency-style furniture gets its name from Prince George of Wales — formally King George IV — who became Prince Regent in 1811 after his father, George III, was declared unfit to rule. England’s Regency style is one of the styles represented in Georgian furniture.
George IV’s arts patronage significantly influenced the development of the Regency style, such as the architectural projects under John Nash, which included the renovation of Buckingham House into the formidable Buckingham Palace with a grand neoclassical facade. Celebrated designers of the period include Thomas Sheraton, Henry Holland and Thomas Hope. Like Nash, Hope instilled his work with classical influences, such as saber-legged chairs based on the ancient Greek klismos. He is credited with introducing the term “interior decoration” to English with the 1807 publishing of Household Furniture and Interior Decoration.
Although more subdued than previous styles like Rococo and Baroque, Regency interiors incorporated copious use of chintz fabrics and wallpaper adorned in chinoiserie-style art. Its furniture featured fine materials and luxurious embellishments. Furniture maker George Bullock, for instance, regularly used detailed wood marquetry and metal ornaments on his pieces.
Archaeological discoveries in Egypt and Greece informed Regency-era details, such as carved scrollwork, sphinxes and palmettes, as well as the shape of furniture. A Roman marble cinerary chest, for example, would be reinterpreted into a wooden cabinet. The Napoleonic Wars also inspired furniture, with martial designs like tented beds and camp-style chairs becoming popular. While the reddish-brown mahogany was prominent in this range of pieces, imported woods like zebrawood and ebony were increasingly in demand.
Find a collection of antique Regency tables, seating, decorative objects and other furniture on 1stDibs.
Veneto Italian Designer Chandelier by Randy Esada Designs, 2010s
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Veneto Italian Designer Chandelier by Randy Esada Designs, 2010s Item #: 9024 - Veneto Chandelier (12-Arm) Note: This chandelier canopy sh...
Giltwood
Austrian pendant in Brass with Silk Shades, Regency Style 1950's, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, Austria
A beautiful, small, Regency styled, pendant lamp in brass with silk shade from Rupert Nikoll, from the 1950's. Exquisitely crafted in brass by hand, this pendant is in very fine, or...
Brass
$1,103Sale Price / set|20% Off
Classic Regency Table Lamps, 1970s, France
By Ceylon Et Cie
Located in Den Haag, NL
Classic traditional table lamps, comes in a beathiful light blue color. Complete with Silk oval shaped shades with Gold interior. One large E27 bu...
Ceramic
Vintage Regency Gilt Tipped Monkey Light Sconce
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
These whimsical vintage Hollywood Regency wall sconces are a masterful blend of tropical flair and classical sophistication. This coordinated pair features masterfully sculpted palm ...
Metal, Gold Leaf
A Fine Pair of Large Scale 1950's Gold Reed Leaf Wall Lights by Ferrocolor Spain
By Ferrocolor
Located in Hastings, GB
Large ‘Ferrocolor’ reed leaf wall lights Spain 1950's Fabulous pair of very large gilt iron wall lights in the design of elegant fine leaves These lights both have the ‘Ferroc...
Iron
Large original 1980s chrome table lamp by Florian Schulz
Located in München, DE
Large, beautiful original 1980s chrome-plated table lamp. Manufactured by Florian Schulz. Made in Germany. The shade can be rotated 360° and tilted continuously. Very good vintage co...
Metal, Chrome
Wonderful Vaughan 3 Light Bronze Glass Regency Hall Large Lantern Light Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Vaughan lighting bronze / brass regency hall lantern, This Classic Lantern is Based On A 19th Century Six-Sided Fixture That Is Finished With Feathered Detailing And A Le...
Bronze
Wonderful Etched Glass Leaves Flowers Bell Jar Lantern Brass Light Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Etched Glass With Leaves & Flowers Bell Jar Lantern Light Fixture With Brass Hardware Has A 3 Candelabra Socket Cluster
Brass
Pair of Antique English Mirrored Regency Wall Sconces
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique pair of English Regency electrified wall sconces. Features two arms and mirrored backplate.
Giltwood
Italian Murano and Onyx Marble Gold Gilt Desk or Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
A small Italian Murano art glass and onyx marble desk or table lamp, circa mid-20th century, Italy. Table lamp has beautiful details; onyx marble and gold gilt metal base with paw fe...
Onyx, Marble, Metal
Pair of Maitland-Smith Bronze Monkey Ostrich Table Lamps
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare and whimsical pair of patinated bronze table lamps by Maitland-Smith depicting a monkey jockey riding a large ostrich. The bronzes are mounted to a dark tessellated stone plinth...
Stone, Bronze
Pair of 70's Regency gilded floral wall or ceiling lamp with large leaves
Located in München, DE
Pair of Beautiful 1970s gold plated floral Hollywood Regency wall or ceiling lamps. Design with large long curved leaves. Very elegant, high-quality design. Made in Germany. Fully fu...
Metal, Gold Plate
Pair of 19th Century Bronze & Ormolu Fluted Candlestick Lamps
Located in London, GB
A pair of early 19th century bronze & ormolu fluted candlestick lamps having urn-shaped nozzles above reeded, tapering stems with acanthus leaf dec...
Bronze
Wonderful Pair Large Brushed Nickel Blown Glass Bell Jar Lanterns Light Fixtures
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Pair Of Large Brushed Nickel Blown Glass Bell Jar Lanterns Light Fixtures In The Style And Manner Of Vaughan, Wiring Has Been Updated. They Come Ready To Install With Cha...
Brass, Nickel
Pair of 19th Century Silver Gilt Wood Pricket Lamps
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of 19th century gilt wood pricket lamps, Italy, circa 19th century. They have been converted to lamps and have been rewired and are ready to use. The height to the tops of the s...
Gesso, Wood
Wonderful Etched Glass Leaves Flowers Bell Jar Lantern Brass Light Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Etched Glass With Leaves & Flowers Bell Jar Lantern Light Fixture With Brass Hardware Has A 3 Candelabra Socket Cluster
Brass
Wonderful Set 4 Visual Comfort Double French Polished Nickel Wall Sconces Shades
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Set Of 4 Visual Comfort Double French Polished Nickel Wall Sconces With Off White Shades
Nickel
Vintage Stiffel Solid Brass Hollywood Regency Table Lamp
By Stiffel
Located in Germantown, MD
Vintage Stiffel solid crackle brass MCM Hollywood Regency lamp in the form of a trophy. Comes with original harp and heavy solid brass finial. Good vin...
Brass
Spectacular 19th C. French Bronze Openwork 20 Light Chandelier
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Regal and fine French Gilt Bronze Chandelier with an intricate open design. Each arm has the appearance of a five light chandelier and the five hanging rods are defined by cartouche ...
Bronze
$16,000 / set
Pair of Maison Baguès Crystal & Porcelain Sconces
Located in Southampton, NY
A stunning pair of French gilt-metal, glass and rock crystal wall sconces, attributed to Maison Baguès (circa 1950). Beautifully decorated with glass leaves, a variety of high-quality purple, clear and rock crystals, as well as flower formations. A small porcelain figurines...
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Metal
Wonderful Vintage Elegant Waterford Crystal Flush Mount Ceiling Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Vintage Elegant Waterford Crystal Style And Polished Nickel Flush Mount Ceiling Fixture With Two Candelabra Lights Ready To Install
Crystal, Nickel
Maison Charles Table Lamp w/ Natural Flora Elements
Located in North Miami, FL
Composed of a square gilded brass base on which rests two tiers of foliage distributed around the perimeter of the lamp and embellished with fine stylized lupine flower stems, all in...
Brass, Bronze
Vintage Hand-Painted Ceramic Parrot Ginger Jar Table Lamp With Original Shade
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
A vibrant vintage ceramic ginger jar lamp hand-painted with charming parrot motifs in coral pink and green, perched on a circular perch. The reverse side features a colorful landscap...
Ceramic, Wood
French Empire Brass Cut Crystal Semi Flush Mount Pair Ceiling Light Fixtures
By Baccarat
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful French Empire Brass & Cut Crystal Semi Flush Mount Pair Of Ceiling Light Fixtures In The Manner Of Baccarat *Each Sold Individually
Crystal, Brass
Pair of Bernadette Livingston Regency Style White Gold & Crystal Table Lamps
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Pair of Bernadette Livingston Regency Style White Gold & Crystal Table Lamps
Crystal
Wonderful Pair Vaughan Nichel Glass Flower Bell Jar 3-Light Lantern Fixtures
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Pair Of Vaughan Designs Style Nickel Plated Bronze With Blown Glass With Etched Flowers & Leaves, Each Of The Bell Jar Lanterns With A 3 Candelabra Light Cluster Ceil...
Bronze, Nickel
Six-Light Italian Gilt Tole Metal Sconce, Italy 1970's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing our exquisite Six-Light Italian Gilt Tole Metal Sconce, a true testament to elegance and craftsmanship. Hailing from the esteemed design era of 1970's Italy, this wall-mo...
Metal
Vintage Regency Mermaid Dutch Boy Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your space with the Vintage Regency Mermaid Dutch Boy Chandelier. Featuring a captivating mermaid design and intricate detailing, this chandelier adds a touch of elegance and...
Metal
Painted Regency Style Floor Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Painted Regency Style Wood Floor Lamp in traditional black and gold. Two sockets with pull chains. Good working order.
Hardwood
Pair of Regency Tole "Brighton Pavillion" Figural Table Lamps
Located in Essex, MA
Now lamps with wood bases, each depicting an Asian figure in painted costume dress.
Tin
English Regency Style Basket Acorn Beaded Crystal Chandelier
Located in Queens, NY
English Regency Style (20th Century) chandelier having a round basket acorn shaped body with a metal frame crafted with beaded crystals and having a swag design ending in a metal tas...
Crystal
A Very Fine Gilt Bronze Regency style Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Very Fine & Decorative Gilt Bronze Chandelier in the Regency taste. France, circa 1920. 8 lights Dimensions: Height 28" Diameter 28" CW5462
Bronze
$11,500 / item
Regency Hall Lantern, Large
Located in Westwood, NJ
Regency hall lantern. This classic lantern is based on a 19th-century six-sided original. Superbly cast, it demonstrates a range of techniques, fr...
Brass
$10,050 / item
Globe Lantern, Zinc Finish, Large
Located in Westwood, NJ
The Globe Lantern is based on a similar 19th-century antique. The globe shape of the fixture emanates strength and is united by the solid zinc finish finials and acanthus top. The...
Brass
Wonderful French Empire Neoclassical Bronze Urn Caldwell Two Candelabra Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Pair Of French Empire / Neoclassical Gilt Dore Bronze Urn Form E.F. Caldwell Style Two Candelabra Sconces
Brass, Bronze
“Vienna” Crystal Quartz & Gold Leaf Chandelier by House of Aurah, USA 21st C.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant and sculptural “Vienna” chandelier designed and handcrafted by House of Aurah, featuring an exquisite combination of natural crystal quartz and gold leaf–finished metalwork. ...
Quartz, Metal, Gold Leaf
Wonderful Large Regency Patinated Brass Clear Glass Bell Jar Lantern Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Large Regency Style Patinated Brass And Clear Blown Glass Bell Jar Lantern Fixture With 3 Rewired Candelabra Sockets
Brass
Italian Palmette Chandelier with Clear Murano Glass Leaves, 1990s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning sculptural chandelier in the Palmette style, made in Italy during the 1980s, showcasing the timeless artistry of Murano glass craftsmanship. This elegant ceiling fixture f...
Metal
Wonderful Neoclassical Etched Cut-Crystal Bowl Bronze Chandelier Ormolu Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful neoclassical etched cut-crystal fern bowl with bronze ormolu housing chandelier, this fixture is currently 20" high but maybe adjusted by removing or adding chain.
Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu
Vintage Regency Ceramic Flower Light Sconce - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exquisite pair of vintage wall sconces is a masterful celebration of mid-century French Regency elegance and botanical charm. Expertly crafted, each fixture features a central c...
Metal
French Regency Style Wrought Iron Chandelier Circa 1960s
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This elegant French Regency style wrought iron chandelier, circa 1960s, captures the timeless grandeur of classical European lighting design. Expertly crafted, the chandelier features gracefully scrolling wrought iron arms adorned with intricate acanthus leaf detailing, lending a refined and sculptural presence. The six-arm design is topped with decorative bobeches, creating a dramatic silhouette that is both romantic and sophisticated. The chandelier’s dark iron patina, combined with its hand-forged construction, reflects the artistry of mid-20th-century French craftsmanship. Its balance of strength and elegance makes it a versatile centerpiece for a variety of interiors. Perfect for placement in a dining room, foyer, or living space, this chandelier radiates understated luxury and Old World charm while providing functional illumination. Ideal for collectors and decorators, this wrought iron chandelier adapts beautifully across multiple design aesthetics. In antique-inspired spaces, it enhances authenticity; in Hollywood Regency interiors, it offers dramatic glamour; and in mid-century modern settings, it serves as a striking contrast piece. Circa 1960s yet timeless in appeal, this French Regency chandelier...
Metal
Beautiful 1970s floral table lamp by Hans Kögl in the shape of a wheat sheaf
By Hans Kögl
Located in München, DE
Beautiful 1970s gilded Florentine Regency "Sheaf of Wheat" table lamp. This lamp is an original from an earlier production. Not a reproduction. A classic among floral table lamps. De...
Metal, Gold Plate
Vintage Floor Lamp with Silver Overlay, Made in France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the Vintage Floor Lamp with Silver Overlay, Made in France. This stunning and elegant floor lamp is a timeless addition to any home décor. Crafted with utmost attention t...
Metal
Ralph Lauren Style Regency Brass Candlestick Bouillotte Table Lamp
By Ralph Lauren
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous vintage Regency style brass bouillotte table lamp In the manner of Ralph Lauren USA, Circa Mid-20th Century Measures: 8.13"W x 8.13"D x 26.5"H. Good original vintage c...
Brass
Fine Regency Period Gilt-Bronze and Cut-Crystal Frame Chandelier, circa 1830
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A fine Regency period gilt bronze and cut-crystal frame chandelier. English, circa 1830. This fine chandelier has a foliate corona hung with lancet-shaped drops above strings ...
Bronze
Small Ormolu Mounted Regency Chandelier by John Blades
By John Blades
Located in Steyning, West sussex
A fine Regency chandelier of tent and basket design with double ormolu bands issuing six diamond cut glass candle nozzles, the chandelier is hung with double cut rectangular spangles...
Ormolu
Gold Palm Tree Table Lamp
Located in Asheville, NC
Finely detailed cast palm tree lamp with gold leaf finish, elaborately shaped new silk shade and matching palm frond finial.
$76,446Sale Price / set|25% Off
A.Grandpierre, Set of 4 impressive Gilded bronze Wall-lights, France, circa 1890
Located in PARIS, FR
Signed A. GRANDPIERRE PARIS Provenance : Castle in Puisaye Spectacular set of four Regence-inspired large wall sconces in finely chased and gilded bronze with five lights. Each is c...
Bronze
Wonderful Vaughan Pumpkin Brass Glass Bell Jar 2-Light Lantern Pendent Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Vaughan Designs Style "Pumpkin Globe" Brass & Blown Glass Bell Jar Lantern With A 2 Candelabra Light Cluster Ceiling Fixture, Accompanied By Chain, Canopy And Mounting H...
Brass, Bronze
Wonderful Pair Brass Blown Glass Star Bell Jar Lantern Vaughan Light Fixtures
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Pair Gilt Brass & Blown Etched Glass Star Pattern Bell Jar Lanterns Each With A 3 Candelabra Light Cluster In The Manner Of Vaughan Each Fixture Comes Ready To Hang W...
Brass
Very large ceramic table lamp with Egyptian motifs by Nicolas Blandin Paris
Located in München, DE
Beautiful, very large ceramic table lamp. Designed by Nicolas Blandin, Paris. Made in France. Stunning French design with Egyptian motifs...
Ceramic, Fabric
Vaughan Pair Regency Greek Key Brass Star Frosted Glass Flush Mount 2 Fixtures
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Pair Of Vaughan Regency Greek Key Brass Rim With Star Pattern Glass / Crystal Frosted Shade Flush Mount Ceiling Fixture With 2 Candelabra sockets *Each Fixture Sold Sepa...
Brass
Wonderful French Regency Wrought Iron Gold Gilt Large Glass Lantern Chandelier
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful French Regency Style Wrought Iron With Gold Gilt Trim Large Curved Glass Lantern Chandelier With 5 Internal Candelabra Lights Accompanied By Chain And Canopy
Wrought Iron
French Empire Regency Baccarat Style Glass Crystal Urn Table Lamp w/ Brass Swans
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Empire Regency Baccarat Style Glass Crystal Urn Table Lamp w/ Brass Swans. Measurements: 30.5" H (to finial) x 23" H (to light socket) x 5.5" W x 5.4" D. Circa Mid 20t...
Crystal, Brass
Large 70s brass table lamp by Tonello and Montagna Grillo for High Society Italy
By High Society, A. Tonello and A. Montagna Grillo 1
Located in München, DE
Very rare large 1970s brass table lamp. Design by Tonello and Montagna Grillo for high society. Made in Italy. Great, very classy Italian design in original vintage condition. Base a...
Brass
Brass and Bowed Glass Regency Style Two Tier Lantern
Located in Long Branch, NJ
Brass and Bowed Glass Regency Style Two Tier Lantern Dimensions : 41.5" Tall X 17.5" Wide X 17.5" Deep This gorgeous lantern made in brass and two tiers of lights rarely seen. The...
Brass
Pair of English Regency Style Egyptian Pilaster Table Lamps
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of English Regency style (19th-20th century) terra-cotta Egyptian pilaster form classical figures of women mounted as table lamps.
Terracotta
Pair of English Regency Chinoiserie Style Black And Gold Hexagonal Table Lamps
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of English Regency style black and gold hexagonal shape table lamps with a chinoiseerie genre scene painted throughout (PRICED AS PAIR)
Gold
Vintage Regency Tole Rose Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This enchanting vintage Hollywood Regency toleware chandelier is a masterful celebration of garden-inspired design. Crafted from wrought iron with a classic Italian influence, the pi...
Iron
Mid-Century Large Scale Regency Style Gilded Artichoke Table Lamp
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a large scale regency style artichoke form table lamp in working order. The body is a mix of composite and wood. It is a good looking piece!
Composition