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Neoclassical Bedroom Sets

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
French Bed Classical Style Burl Walnut Copper & Brass circa 1900
Located in Labrit, Landes
Antique French walnut burl with copper roses decoration & brass bed. Made circa 1900 in the classical style The bedding must be custom made with a box spring of 59.61 x74.80 in. (190...
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Bedroom Sets

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Brass, Copper

Single Louis XVI Style Painted Headboard
Located in Sheffield, MA
Louis XVI style headboard for a single or twin bed. Great style -- hand painted with gold "gilt" painted accents. A wonderful addition for a guest room or single room. Search terms: Hollywood Regency, neoclassical, baroque style bed or headboard, Italian or Venetian style bed.
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Bedroom Sets

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Wood

Antique Parisian Marquetry and Gilt Bronze Bed by Au Gros Chêne
Located in London, GB
Antique Parisian Marquetry and gilt bronze bed by Au Gros Chêne French, late 19th century Dimensions: Height 127cm, width 167cm, depth 212cm This elegant bed is designed in the ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Bedroom Sets

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Ormolu

Mahogany Brazier Box, Spain, 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Brazier box in mahogany wood, 18th century. On legs in the form of claws with balls the box is raised, with a circular profile and decorated with a mixture of skirting at the bottom...
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18th Century Spanish Antique Neoclassical Bedroom Sets

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Mahogany

Antique Parisian Neoclassical Style Dressing Table Set by Au Gros Chêne
Located in London, GB
Antique Parisian neoclassical style dressing table set by Au Gros Chêne, French, late 19th century Dressing table: Height 167cm, wid...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Bedroom Sets

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Ormolu

Antique Ormolu Mounted Parquetry Armoire Wardrobe and Bedstead
Located in London, GB
This fine bedroom set comprises a bedstead and armoire wardrobe which are crafted in mahogany and kingwood parquetry and mounted with delicate ormolu. The headrest of the bedstead fe...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Bedroom Sets

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Ormolu

Italian Neoclassical Handcarved Gilded Tester State Bed (6ft/180cm) & Cupboard
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
- Rare Opportunity To Acquire A Museum Quality, Late-18th Century, Neoclassical Period, Italian, Handcarved, Painted & Gilded, Tester State Bed & Accompanying Cupboard of State With ...
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1780s Italian Antique Neoclassical Bedroom Sets

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Beech

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Lane, Nightstands, Walnut, Burl, Brass, USA, 1950s
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George III Mahogany and Gilt Four Post King Bed
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Antique Mahogany Dressing Table
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Antique Mahogany Dressing Table
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Antique Victorian Walnut and Burl Walnut Tall Lincoln Style Full Size Bed
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Gillow's of Lancaster, an Aesthetic Movement Walnut Armoire Wardrobe Compactum
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American Classical Bobbin Turned Fruitwood Spindle Bed
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Jug and Shaving Basin Set. Silver. Juan De San Fauri, Madrid, 1768
Located in Madrid, ES
Jug set with basin made in silver in its color. The basin has the usual curve to place it in the neck (notch), and a profile throughout the piece of fine smooth moldings (drawing scrolls in the piece) following the curves and peaks that are drawn in the outline of the same and they extend towards the bottom, which remains smooth. The jug has an oval base with slight curves and a body divided into two areas (wider in its lower half, thin in the upper) with a series of "segments" curved; the peak shows a simple architectural decoration and smooth areas; the handle a curve with volutes and a contracurva vegetable (drawing both a spice of "S" inverted); the cover follows the lines of the body and is topped with a vegetable form. The contrast marks of the pieces place the manufacture of the same in Madrid (punches of Villa and Court with the number 68), giving the date of 1768. The silversmith seems to have been Juan de San Fauri, who works towards mideighteenth century in Madrid. With Philip V many French influences arrived at the silver, along with some Italian influences, both from the hand of artisans of these origins and from pieces. It continues with a scarce marking in the works except in the important centers, like Madrid, and the civil typologies acquired great importance. As in the rest of the country, Baroque, Rococo and Neoclassical trends coexisted in the Court, although, being the center that set the tone for the rest, the first moves away soon, introduces the Rococo before 1740 or on that date, and the Neoclassicism towards 1770 (imposing gradually since 1780). The curved forms of the basin are reminiscent of the so-called "contours" that were characteristic of eighteenth-century Rococo silverware and very frequent, especially in plates and trays. However, especially in the case of the jug, it is possible to speak of a certain relationship with Neoclassical models. As for the jug, it follows the most common prototype since the arrival of the Bourbons, characterized by its European influence and the great difference it shows with the type known as "jug de pico". Compare this game with the Francisco García vinajera (inventory 03487) of the Cerralbo Museum in Madrid or with the copy of Medina-Sidonia (code 59906, Catalog of the Andalusian Furniture...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Neoclassical Walnut Bedroom Set
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19th Century French Neoclassical Bedroom Suite
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This magnificent 19th century neoclassical mahogany marquetry bedroom suite was crafted with the utmost quality from the finest materials ~ exotic imported mahogany, hand-beveled glass and cast bronze gilt ormolu mounts, called bronze doré in France. The armoire doors open wide to reveal superlative attention to detail in the interior, with very functional layout including adjustable shelves. The bed is sufficiently large to convert to a queen-size mattress by our expert in-house staff (ask for pricing), and the pair of corner nightstands...
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Ormolu

Neoclassical Queen-Size Head Board
Located in Sheffield, MA
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Neoclassical Queen-Size Head Board
Neoclassical Queen-Size Head Board
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Neoclassical bedroom sets for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical bedroom sets 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 bedroom sets created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, case pieces and storage cabinets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical bedroom sets made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Portugal pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original bedroom sets, popular names associated with this style include Au Gros Chene, and Greenapple. 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 bedroom sets differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,029 and tops out at $132,040 while the average work can sell for $8,480.

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