Neoclassical Textiles
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
Pillowcase Made from a 19th C. American Linen Coverlet
Located in Istanbul, TR
Jacquard Coverlets occupy an important place in American material culture.
They were used as bed covers , and they are reversible.
Pillowcase does not come with an insert.
Linen in ...
Category
19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Linen
Pillowcase Made from a 19th C. American Linen Coverlet
Located in Istanbul, TR
Jacquard Coverlets occupy an important place in American material culture.
They were used as bed covers , and they are reversible.
Pillowcase does not come with an insert.
Linen in ...
Category
19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Linen
Pillowcase Made from a 19th C. American Linen Coverlet
Located in Istanbul, TR
Jacquard Coverlets occupy an important place in American material culture.
They were used as bed covers , and they are reversible.
Pillowcase does not come with an insert.
Linen in...
Category
19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Linen
Floral Medallion Signed Jacquard Coverlet, Mid 19th Century
Located in Harlingen, TX
A tied beiderwand jacquard coverlet handwoven by Gabriel Rausher in Delaware, OH in 1851. Wool and cotton in vibrant coral-red, yellow, soft cream an...
Category
Mid-19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Set of Three Large Ralph Lauren Equestrian Silk Scarf Pillows
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fantastic set of three rare oversized silk scarf pillows designed by Ralph Lauren. The pillows feature a large equestrian motif silk scarf on one side in bright vivid colors with a n...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Fabric, Down
Red & Gold Silk Brocade Pillow
Located in Chicago, IL
This hand-crafted pillow was designed by a local Chicago artist and textile historian who lovingly repurposes the vintage fabrics, garments and embroidery fragments she collects duri...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Silk
Vintage Fortuny Throw Pillow
Located in Chicago, IL
This hand-crafted pillow was designed by a local Chicago artist and textile historian who lovingly repurposes the vintage fabrics, garments and embroidery fragments she collects duri...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Silk
Grey Pillow Goat Hair 18x18" 45x45cm
Located in Dural, AU
Introduce alluring elements to your interior landscape with this 18x18" grey pillow hand-crafted from authentic goat skin. High in quality, this sustainable design celebrates natural textures merged into luxe home living.
Translating contemporary styling, each goat skin pillow injects tactile elements and looks caotivating layered with other textures or styled on its own. Featuring a single-side fur pillow the grey goat hair is complimented with a high-end upholstery linen reverse and fitted with a feather insert for addiional comfort and elegance.
PRODUCT DETAILS:
dimesions: 18x18" or 45x45cm
Comes with a feather insert
Sustainable Goat Skin Fur Front
Reverse is a European Linen
Designed & Made in Australia
CUSTOM MAKE
Designed by Australian Furrier Emily Barbara for eluxury home...
Category
2010s Australian Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Fur
$279 / item
Large Antique Tabriz Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from an early 20th-century Persian Tabriz rug.
Measures: 16'' x 23".
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Pair of Turkish Oushak Medallion Rugs
Located in New York, NY
Rare set of vintage Turkish Oushak rugs. Measuring 19'' x 38'' and 22'' x 42''.
Category
20th Century Turkish Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Wool
$400 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Raspberry Vintage Turkish Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a Vintage Turkish rug. Zipper closure and poly fill provided
Measures: 18'' x 22''.
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Wool, Angora
Bright Red Angora Oushak Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from an angora Turkish oushak rug. Zipper closure and poly fill provided
Measures: 15'' x 20''.
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Wool, Angora
19th Century Plaid Linen Ticking Pillows
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This collection of three 19th century plaid cotton linen pillows have a natural linen backing. These muted colors are red, white and blue. Nice crisp white linen backings.
Category
Mid-19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Cotton
$700 Sale Price / set
58% Off
Pair of Vintage Crewlwork Setee Pads
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These amazing seat pads are in fine condition and were probably custom-made for a long antique settle bench. The backing is in a old cotton blue l...
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Textile
$716 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pillowcase Made from a 19th C. American Linen Coverlet
Located in Istanbul, TR
Jacquard Coverlets occupy an important place in American material culture.
They were used as bed covers , and they are reversible.
Pillowcase does not come with an insert.
Linen in ...
Category
19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Linen
Pillowcase Made from a 19th C. American Linen Coverlet
Located in Istanbul, TR
Jacquard Coverlets occupy an important place in American material culture.
They were used as bed covers , and they are reversible.
Pillowcase does not come with an insert.
Linen in ...
Category
19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Linen
Pillowcase Made from a 19th C. American Linen Coverlet
Located in Istanbul, TR
Jacquard Coverlets occupy an important place in American material culture.
They were used as bed covers , and they are reversible.
Pillowcase does not come with an insert.
Linen in ...
Category
19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Linen
Schumacher Rhodes Stripe 22" Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Rhodes Stripe with a knife edge finish. Inspired by Ukrainian needlework, Rhodes Stripe is a woven stripe overlaid with charming cross-stitched flourishes that ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Polyester
Pillowcase Made from a 19th C. American Linen Coverlet
Located in Istanbul, TR
Jacquard Coverlets occupy an important place in American material culture.
They were used as bed covers , and they are reversible.
Pillowcase does not come with an insert.
Linen in ...
Category
19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Linen
Pillowcase Made from a 19th C. American Linen Coverlet
Located in Istanbul, TR
Jacquard Coverlets occupy an important place in American material culture.
They were used as bed covers , and they are reversible.
Pillowcase does not come with an insert.
Linen in ...
Category
19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Linen
Pillowcase Made from a 19th C. American Linen Coverlet
Located in Istanbul, TR
Jacquard Coverlets occupy an important place in American material culture.
They were used as bed covers , and they are reversible.
Pillowcase does not come with an insert.
Linen in ...
Category
19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Linen
American Antique Woven Throw
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Antique American home woven tapestry throw. With fringes.
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Textile
Pair of Linen Pillows with Bead and Velvet Trim
Located in New York, NY
Striking pair of heavy weight natural linen pillows trimmed with dark blue velvet trellis motif centres and light blue seed beaded borders, hidden zipper c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Linen, Velvet, Beads
19Thc Paisley Pillows With Burnt Rust Velvet Backings-Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19Thc Paisley woven pillows with soft rust velvet backings.Sold as pairs and down & feather fill.
Category
Mid-19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Fabric, Textile
$716 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Metal Folding Suitcase Luggage Rack
Located in Sheffield, MA
Host your house guests in style with this etal folding suitcase luggage rack. Rack is brushed silver in tone with chain straps and translucent blue tone flower finials. Rack measures approx 19 inches in height by 16 inches in width by 12 inches in depth when opened. Folding suitcase luggage rack, folding rack...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Iron
$870 Sale Price
40% Off
Schumacher Venetian Silk Velvet 20" Pillow in Mink
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Venetian Silk Velvet Fabric (Item# 62735) with a knife edge finish. The ultimate in sumptuous luxury, our gorgeous silk velve...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Silk
Schumacher Venetian Silk Velvet 18" Pillow in Mink
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Venetian Silk Velvet Fabric (Item# 62735) with a knife edge finish. The ultimate in sumptuous luxury, our gorgeous silk velve...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Silk
Schumacher Venetian Silk Velvet 18" Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Venetian Silk Velvet with a knife edge finish. The ultimate in sumptuous luxury, our gorgeous silk velvet has an unbelievably...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Silk
$378 / item
Schumacher Senza Satin Stripe Pillow
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Senza Satin Stripe with a knife edge finish. This classic satin stripe features fringed edges for an extra layer of richness and a gorgeously restrained sense of...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Polyester
Pair of Embroidered Camel Silk Pillows
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Pair of rectangular cushions in embroidered camel silk. Perfect everywhere.
ref. B/2373.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Silk
$537 / set
Navy Stripe Textile Fabric by Mulberry for Your Bed
By Mulberry
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
A navy striped wide-width fabric, ideal for bed or for curtains, by the best: Mulberry.
You can make what You wish.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Mulberry Pastel Velvet with Flowers
By Mulberry
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Mulberry velvet cut with delicate pastel flowers with a gradient design.
For armchair or wherever You want.
ref. T/256.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Velvet
$537 / set
Hyacinth Pink Silk Square Pillow Sham, Pink Crystal Beads, Zip
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hyacinth pink silk square pillow sham, pink crystal beaded flange, zip. Measures: 18 x 18 inch.
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Silk
$440 Sale Price
20% Off
Denim Tablecloth with Tablecloth Strap
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
B/1440 - Denim tablecloth or plaid with strap. Nice and helpful.
The price indicated is for the complete one tablecloth with the strap.
Without strap : the price is € 240.
Category
1990s Italian Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Cotton
$429 / set
Schumacher Venetian Silk Velvet 24" Pillow in Mink
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Venetian Silk Velvet Fabric (Item# 62735) with a knife edge finish. The ultimate in sumptuous luxury, our gorgeous silk velve...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Neoclassical Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Silk
Neoclassical textiles for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical textiles 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 textiles created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, rugs and carpets, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, cotton and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical textiles made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original textiles, popular names associated with this style include Schumacher, Emily Barbara, Fortuny, and Mulberry. 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 textiles differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $135 and tops out at $4,950 while the average work can sell for $437.
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