Classical Roman Furniture
CLASSICAL ROMAN STYLE
During Mount Vesuvius’ eruption in 79 A.D., Pompeii and Herculaneum in today’s Italy were preserved as they were on the day of their destruction. Particularly at Herculaneum, furnishings were carbonized beneath volcanic ash. This was pivotal to understanding how Classical Roman furniture was designed. Archaeological investigations and printed reproductions of discoveries would influence styles evoking this ancient civilization, from the Renaissance to neoclassicism.
While knowledge of Classical Roman furniture comes from rare surviving pieces, it is also derived from frescoes and sculptures portraying Roman life. Much of Roman art, architecture and design was informed by Greece — Roman architect, military engineer and writer Marcus Vitruvius Pollio, whose timeless De architectura is taught in contemporary architecture classes and pays tribute to classical architecture, visited Greece while working under Julius Caesar and admired the country’s architectural developments. The Roman solium references the Greek thronos, a stately chair of honor with an upright form and footstool. As the Roman Empire spread across Europe and into North Africa and Western Asia, the expansion of trade for silver, silk, marble and wood allowed for more luxurious designs.
Classical Roman furniture was made from bronze, wood and stone — in particular, marble — with ornate touches like tortoiseshell veneers, bone and glass inlays and claw feet. Ornaments depicting lion heads and mythological figures were sculpted from silver, bronze and ivory. Compared to the decorative attention given to the mosaic floors and wall paintings, however, furniture for even a wealthy house was minimal. It focused on the necessities for guests arriving for both socializing and business and the rooms housing family, relatives and enslaved people.
The triclinium dining room had banquet couches, items so prized they were sometimes interred with the deceased. Tall bronze or terracotta candelabras held oil lamps for lighting. Carved marble tables reflected status, while the lararium home shrine demonstrated faith.
Find a collection of Classical Roman decorative objects, tables, seating and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Style: Classical Roman
Period: 20th Century
Bust of the David
Located in New York, NY
A plaster/composition cast head bust of the David, in the classical Roman style, circa mid-20th century.
Column bookend(s) shown available separately, search 1stDibs ref. #: LU1314...
Category
Mid-20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Composition
Classical Marble Circular Marble Stone Sink
Located in Cranbrook, Kent
This timeless beautiful Italian classical sink is cut from one single block of white Carrara marble, the circular design is taken from Greek and Roman times.
The piece carries superb...
Category
Late 20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Carrara Marble
Castilian Imports Bronze Column Candlesticks, 20th Century
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Castilian Imports Bronze Column Candlesticks. 20th Century.
Category
20th Century Indian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Iron
Antique Pair of Cast Stone Recumbent Entrance Way or Garden Lions Statues
Located in St. Louis, MO
Nice pair of Antique cast stone recumbent Lions statues - sculptures , perfect for the entrance way or garden. Nice age patina.
Category
1950s Unknown Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cast Stone, Cement
Smallest, Beautiful Design & Great Colors Alabaster Pendant Light / Flush Mount
Located in Lisse, NL
Truly one of a kind light fixture with a small and stunning alabaster shade.
Antique light fixtures in general and alabaster ones in particular are our number one speciality. We hav...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Alabaster, Metal, Bronze, Brass
Carved Limestone Corinthian Pilaster Capital Console Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand-carved from solid limestone, this 20th-century American Corinthian pilaster capital is a stunning relic of classical design, rich with history and architectural romance. The vol...
Category
20th Century American Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Limestone
Wedgewood Black "Colonnade" Bone China Dinner Service for 12
By Wedgewood
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Expertly crafted in England, the Wedgewood Black "Colonnade" Bone China Dinner Service for 12 offers timeless elegance. Made from the finest bon...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Stylishly Elongated and Midcentury Made Alabaster Table or Desk Lamps
Located in Lisse, NL
Great pair of midcentury made alabaster table or desk lamps in a timeless classical style.
If you are looking for a great shape and practical Size pair of table lamps to grace you...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Alabaster
Petite Italian Bronze & Slate Etruscan Statue Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Small Etruscan Sculpture Firenze Italy 1980's bronze & Slate.
Category
20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Slate, Bronze
Richard Ginori Italian White & Gold Coffee or Tea Cup, circa 1960s, 8 Avail
Located in New York, NY
Very beautiful vintage Italian white porcelain with gold gilt coffee or tea cup(s) by designer Richard Ginori, Italy, circa mid-20th century, circa 1960s. Colors include: gold gilt a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Gold
1900s, Gilt Framed Madonna of the Chair Painting Print on Wood
Located in Germantown, MD
The Madonna Della Sedia commonly known as the Madonna of the chair is a painting by an Italian artist Raphael dating back to 1513 -1514. It is currently hou...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Hardwood, Giltwood
Wedgwood Jasperware lidded boxes serving bowls classicism Mid-Century England
By Wedgwood
Located in Wien, AT
The set of Wedgwood consists of three lidded boxes in different shape and design and two small serving bowls of which one can be used as an ashtray.
All is made of the famous but r...
Category
1980s English Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Roman torso in stone
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Muscular torso in stoneware, after the classical greek and Roman sculptures.
with a good patina. Signed but not readable (see last picture).
Probably circa 1930.
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
Italian Marble Bust of Venus Italica on Frosted Lucite Base
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
An exquisite marble bust from the early 19th Century portraying a female figure. A true testament to the craftsmanship of after Antonio Canova of Italy. This piece stands atop a 2 ti...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
Pair of Bronze and Iron X Scissor Armchairs, by David Marshall
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of bronze and iron Dante curule armchairs, by David Marshall
X or scissors Roman inspired chair in iron and bronze, not foldable
Seat is slightly curved made of thick and robust...
Category
1980s Spanish Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Iron
Amazing Black Vintage Chinese Drinks Cabinet/Bar Cabinet with Elegant Figures
Located in Harderwijk, NL
How charming is this unique cabinet? It’s the perfect addition for anyone who appreciates beautiful furniture and enjoys a drink now and then. With multiple storage options, compartm...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood
Pair Of Limestone Columns, Circa 1940
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Pair Of Limestone Columns, Circa 1940
Category
20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Limestone
Italian Curule Armchair
Located in Woodbury, CT
Iron, brass and leather curule armchair. Originally meant for Roman magistrates, this version features tooled and gilded leather on an iron frame with ...
Category
Early 20th Century British Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
Top Quality & Good Size, Timeless Design Alabaster Pendant Light with Rope Chain
Located in Lisse, NL
Top class light fixture with a stunning alabaster shade.
Thanks to its unique design, its good size and its truly excellent condition this alabaster chandelier will light up both yo...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Alabaster, Brass, Wire
Tall Corinthian Column Painted Plaster Gesso Pedestal Stand
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Bring a touch of classical architecture into your home with this impressive vintage Corinthian Column Pedestal. This classic column style stand is painted faux marbleized on all side...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Plaster, Gesso
Perfect Antique White & Black Alabaster Pendant Flush Mount w. Greek Key Pattern
Located in Lisse, NL
Top class and exceptional antique alabaster chandelier for an entry hall, bedroom or any other room.
Thanks to its unique design, aesthetic beauty, perfect size and great condition ...
Category
Early 20th Century European Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Alabaster, Metal, Brass, Bronze, Wire
Pair Italian paint decorated Roman style wood benches C 1940
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair pf Italian paint decorated Roman style wood benches C 1940, a variation of the curule form, each with curved seats painted with flowers within gilt cartouches supported by 4 l...
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood, Paint
Original Vintage Wooden Thonet Design Side Chair Model 13
By Thonet
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This stunning vintage side chair is a true eye-catcher that will enhance almost any interior. This original Thonet design chair features a design from the 1930s and is crafted from b...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood
French Set of Champleve Enameled Small Inkwell and Letter Opener
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a small bronze champleve enamel set of an inkwell and letter opener. Both of them depicts colorful hand painted flowers, “C” scrolls and foliages. The resting plate of the in...
Category
Early 20th Century French Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Antique and Large Alabaster Pendant w. Rope and Hand Carved Flower & Leafs, 1910
Located in Lisse, NL
Top class chandelier with a unique white, black and amber color alabaster shade, perfect ropes and a hand knotted canopy.
Thank to its restored alabaster shade this antique chandeli...
Category
Early 20th Century European Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Alabaster, Bronze
Early 20C Medici Print of Putti Under a Vine
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING A GLORIOUS & RARE Early 20C Medici Print of ‘Putti Under a Vine’.
From the very early 20th Century, circa 1911.
Framed and sold by Foster Bro...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Paper
Antique Italian Florentine Hand-Carved & Gilt Finished Floor Lamp & Shade
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique florr lamp is unsigned, but presumed to originate from Italy and date to approximately 1920 and done in a Classical Florentine style. The lamp base is composed of a softwood that have been heavily hand-carved with considerable decorative elements from the top to the base, and has three pull chain light...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Gesso, Softwood
Antique Italian Carved Alabaster Maple Leaf Classical Pedestal Column Stand
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Italian Carved Alabaster Maple Leaf Classical Pedestal Column Stand. Circa Early 1900s.
Measurements:
39.5" H
Top: 9" W x 9" D
Base: 11" W x 11" D
Category
Early 1900s Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Alabaster
Set of Eight Italian Steel and Leather Curule Chairs
By Dante Savonarola
Located in Stamford, CT
Set of 8 mid-20th century Italian Savonarola curule brass and steel armchairs with leather seat and back rest. They can be purchased as pairs for $4000. Each chair has four brass bal...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Brass, Steel
Altorilievo battaglia romana in marmo bianco di Carrara
Located in Tarquinia, IT
Scultura, altorilievo, bassorilievo, busto romano antico, arte romana, arte classica, arte greca, busto, marmo bianco Carrara, scultura classica, altorilievo scolpito, scultura antic...
Category
1990s Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
Grande Busto Caracalla scolpito su bellissimo marmo bianco (made in italy)
Located in Tarquinia, IT
Scultura, busto imperatore, busto Caracalla, busto marmo, busto romano antico, arte romana, arte classica, arte greca, busto, marmo bianco Carrara, scultur...
Category
1990s Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
Antique & Monumental Hand Crafted Rouge Griotte Marble Columns Pedestal Stand
Located in Lisse, NL
Largest size, museum quality and great condition pedestal stand.
If only the best and the rarest is good enough for you then this monumental and timeless antique marble pedestal cou...
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Griotte Marble
Large Vintage Italian Capodimonte Porcelain Box
By Capodimonte
Located in Houston, TX
Large vintage Italian Capodimonte Porcelain box.
Stunning large vintage Italian Capodimonte porcelain box. This lovely...
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Italian Natural Colored Stone Sink w/ Bluish Gray Detailing
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid 20th century classic Roman style Italian made limestone sink. There are soft shades of cream, gray, golds, and more. A hole has already been drilled for convenience.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Limestone
1910s Imperial Grand Rapids Carved Solid Walnut Trestle Table
Located in Germantown, MD
Very Rare 1910s Imperial Grand Rapids trestle table in fine carved walnut wood. Top made out of Banded and bookmatched dark walnut veneer. Table ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Hardwood, Walnut, Burl
Gold Frame Portrait Medallions of the Seven Caesars
Located in New York, NY
These oval medallions, sold individually, feature profile portraits of seven Roman Caesars rendered in low relief against a textured background. Each medallion is inscribed with the ...
Category
1980s Unknown Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Resin
Large Brass Corinthian Column Table Lamp This is a very attractive piece
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Large Brass Corinthian Column Table Lamp
This is a very attractive piece, the lamp has a single fluted column set on a very attractive stepped base
This is an attractive piece with...
Category
1960s Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Brass
Vintage Pr Pop Art Large Faux Marble Modern Ear Lobe Heavy Sculptural Bookends
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Vintage Pop Art Large Pair of Heavy Sculptural Ear Lobe Bookends
Fabulous, Fun, oversized, substantial, postmodern sculptural and functional Ear lobe set of bookends. Engraved C2C
...
Category
1980s American Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Resin
Beautiful Antique Bust of a Warrior in the Roman Style, 20th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Beautiful antique bust of a warrior in the Roman style, 20th century.
Antique-style nude male, bust in composite material, 20th century.
h: 82cm , w: 72cm, d: 46,5cm
Category
20th Century European Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Composition
Vintage mid century David bust sculpture A Santini made in Italy
By A. Santini
Located in Birmingham, AL
Vintage David Bust Replica of Famous Statue David - Premium Sculpted Resin of Marble with White Marble Finish Hand Painted and patinated, made in Italy.
Condition: It is in very go...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Alabaster
Pair of Early 20thC Hand Carved Carrara Marble Guardian Angels Praying
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Amazing pair of hand chisiled marble statues of kneeling guardian angels praying. Hand crafted in Italy from Carrara Marble in about the 1920s. These were kept in storage for a numbe...
Category
1920s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Carrara Marble
Pair of Italian Carved Stone Lion Lamps with Parchment Shades
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Italian carved lamps depicting lions. The antique carved lions have been mounted into lamps and sit on gilt wood rectangular bases. They are crowned with hand painted parchme...
Category
Mid-20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Resin, Wood, Parchment Paper
Comfortable Vintage English-Style Sheepskin Leather Wingback Armchair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Who could possibly resist such a beautifully warm-colored sheepskin leather wingback armchair? We certainly can't! This fantastic vintage wingback chair boasts timeless English charm...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Antique Cast Stone Garden Lion Throne Chairs
Located in Las Vegas, NV
A pair of huge cast stone lion face garden throne/chairs.
Bases are his and hers style with a 2" height difference.
Bucket seating area is the same. IMO they are quite comfortable.
...
Category
Early 20th Century English Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cast Stone
Unique Denmark Made Classical Roman Wall Clock with Sculptures and Flowers
Located in Lisse, NL
Tasteful and unique wooden wall clock with sculptural front.
The magnificent front of this midcentury era wall clock is entirely hand carved out of solid wood. It is difficult to se...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Brass
Bust of Marcus Aurelus in Marble in marble and onyx, 20th century
Located in NICE, FR
Add a piece of history to your collection with this exquisite bust of Marcus Aurelus, sculpted in pure white marble and iridescent orange onyx. This bust is a classic depiction of on...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
Truly Marble-Like Art Deco White Alabaster Pendant Light with Greek Key Pattern
Located in Lisse, NL
Exceptional antique alabaster chandelier for an entry hall, bedroom or any other room.
This large size mineral stone light fixture also comes with...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Alabaster, Metal, Brass, Bronze
Vintage Needlepoint Nude Venus after Rokeby Venus
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Beautiful needlepoint nude. After Rokebay Venus. From an estate out of Miami, Fl.
Category
20th Century Unknown Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Yarn
Italian Round Limestone Sink-Early 20th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian early 20th century round shaped carved limestone sink with drain hole.
Category
20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Limestone
Pair of Cast Plaster Recumbent Entrance Way Garden Lions
Located in New York, NY
Attractive pair of garden statuary, entrance way lions, of heavy cast material (plaster). Both are in very good, original condition, showing only the expe...
Category
Early 20th Century American Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Plaster
American Carved Authentic Large Marble Angel Statues
Located in Surrey, BC
Now and then something fantastic comes available to acquire. Here is a pair of marble (yes marble) angel statues salvaged from an old church in New...
Category
Early 20th Century American Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
Mid Century Sculptural Neoclassical Style Iron Column Side or Accent Chair
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Sculptural Neoclassical style Roman column form iron accent armchair with decorative scrolls and flared cabriolet legs. This stylized chair makes a perfect accent or desk chair. To...
Category
1970s Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Metal, Iron
Early 20th Century French Bronze Decorative Dish with Classical Roman Decor
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant, antique bronze centerpiece was crafted in France, circa 1920. The shallow dish sits on an intricate round base; the top is dec...
Category
Early 20th Century French Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Italian Basalt Tazza
Located in Chicago, IL
This mid-20th century Italian basalt porcelain tazza is a refined study in classical elegance. With a wide, low bowl gracefully elevated on a turned foot, its proportions echo the ti...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Stucco head of a roman figure
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Stucco head of a Roman figure. Signed on the back (unknown).
The head is separate from the base.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Stucco
Italian Ornate Mantel Clock with Two Figural Cherub Candelabras - Garniture Set
By Hermle
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Italian Roman Style Ornate Mantel Clock with Two Figural Cherub Candelabras - Garniture Set
The Vintage Italian Roman Style Ornate Mantel ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Tall Fluted Gustavian Painted Wood Corner Columns
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A Pair of Tall Early 1900's Fluted and Gustavian Painted Corner Columns in Wood.
Bring classic architecture into your home with these impressive vintage column corner columns painted...
Category
Early 20th Century European Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood, Paint
Polychromed Classical Styled Carved Garland or Festoon
Located in Nashville, TN
Hand carved wood architectural fragment . Polychromed in colors of gaiety .In style of ancient classical Roman garlands or festoons .
FESTOON CARVED IN WOOD CARVING OF A GARLAND ...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood
Classical Roman furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Classical Roman furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, building and garden elements, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with stone, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Classical Roman furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Europa Antiques, Luca Scacchetti, LAGU, and Richard Ginori. 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 furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $30 and tops out at $150,000 while the average work can sell for $2,914.
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