Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
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
Set of Ten Italian Dining Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This elegant set of ten Italian armchairs is crafted in a refined neoclassical style with a distinctive spiderweb back design. The chairs feature hand-carved wood frames with a timew...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Linen, Wood, Paint
Set of Eight Italian Bleached Dining Chairs C. 1900's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of eight bleached Italian Neoclassical style dining chairs. The chairs are newly upholstered in Belgium linen with a self cord detail.
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Linen, Wood
Spoon backed Dining Chairs, Set of 4
Located in New York, NY
Transform your dining room with our Spoon Back 19th Century Dining Chairs! Our elegant set of 4 chairs feature strong and supportive spoon backs, adding both style and comfort to you...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
C1940 Bankers Dining Room Armchairs 3 Square Back 1 Round back Available
By Gunlocke
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous collection of hardwood bankers chairs often found in offices, jury rooms, conference centers etc. Created from oak maple and walnut these chairs are heavy duty quality seating, great for a dining area. 3 chairs available and have some variations to them, 3 are more square in the back. Different makers, some are gunlocke chair co...
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Maple, Oak, Walnut
1940's Set of 8 Vintage Hitchcock Rush Seat Chairs with Stenciled Fruit Motif
Located in Morristown, NJ
A charming set of eight vintage Hitchcock chairs, featuring handwoven rush seats and classic stenciled fruit motifs on the backrests. These ch...
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Wood, Paint
Set of Six Neoclassical Style Gilt Dining Chairs After Versace
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stunning set of six shiny gold dining chairs after Versace. The chairs feature thick gilt metal or gilded metal frames made in the neoclassical taste. The chair backs have greek colu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Neoclassical Revival Dining Chairs- Set of Six
Located in Trenton, NJ
This set of six mid-century dining chairs captures the best of the Neoclassical Revival movement, combining centuries-old elegance with the practicality and clean lines of the 20th c...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Ebonized Leather Rope Klismos Chairs After Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fantastic pair of large klismos chairs featuring a dramatic ebonized black lacquer finish and leather woven rope strap seats. The oversized chairs are unsigned, however they are made...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of Ralph Lauren Leather Clivedon Dining Chairs
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic pair of neoclassical style Clivedon dining chairs designed by Ralph Lauren. The Italian bench made bespoke chairs feature a klismos style beech frame with a rich faux Macass...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Nickel
Set of 8 Mastercraft Silk Velvet Dining Chairs
By Mastercraft
Located in Houston, TX
Set of 8 vintage Mastercraft Neoclassical style dining chairs. These ebonized chairs with bronze sabots have been newly modified and professiona...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Set of Six 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Style Dining Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Opulent set of six late 19th century carved Italian dining armchairs crafted in the neoclassical taste. The chairs feature large painted square frames with round arms and legs ending...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Set of Four Jacques Garcia for Baker Marat Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic set of four mahogany dining chairs designed by Jacques Garcia for Baker. The Marat dining chairs (Model # BA3848) feature a mahogany ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pair. Neoclassic Dining, Side, Accent Chairs Made in Italy, circa 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional pair of Italian neoclassical side, or dining chairs, constructed of metal with faux gilt decoration, and chic leopard print seat cushion...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Set of Four American Classical Painted Faux Grain Rosewood & Caned Dining Chairs
Located in Southampton, NY
Set of four American Classical painted faux grain rosewood & caned dining chairs -
A really lovely set of four chairs with faux painted rosewood design on the back and legs with deli...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Classic Antique Dining Chairs
Located in Westwood, NJ
Featuring a gracefully curved urn form splat back adorned with exquisite figured Cerejeira veneers, known for their beautiful swirling patterns that captivate the eye. The veneers fl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set of Four Michael Taylor Bronzed Metal Klismos Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic set of four bronzed metal klismos patio and garden dining chairs designed by Michael Taylor model # MTD-1006 garden chair. The chairs are crafte...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Neo Classic Mahogany Dining Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Modern Neo Classic mahogany side chair, the flame veneered bar top rail and solid splat above an upholstered seat, on square tapering legs.
Dimensions...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Neoclassical Italian Leather Armchairs Wicker Accent Dining by HOOKER
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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1980s American Vintage Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wicker, Wood
Set of Six Rare Walnut Klismos Style Chairs with Cane Seat
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Notable Italian made set of chairs with classic Klismos form in walnut with gilt inlay carved inset back panels and hand-caned seats. The attention to detail in the construction is v...
Category
Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Set of Six Italian Neoclassical Dining Chairs
Located in Greenwich, CT
A set of six early 19th century neoclassical gilt and gesso decorated dining chairs. Upholstered rectangular geometric backs featuring stepped sides and flared tops outlined in gilt ...
Category
1810s Italian Antique Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set of Four Brown Jordan Neoclassical Style Garden Dining Chairs
By Brown Jordan
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Neoclassical style set of four patio and garden dining chairs made by Brown Jordan. Heavy and solid cast aluminum construction with a lattice design influenced by Mario Papperzini fo...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
American Upholstered Dining Chairs, Set of 10
Located in Annville, PA
A set of 10 American Upholstered Dining Chairs, the set consisting of two arm chairs and 8 side chairs. Wrap yourself in luxury while at the dining table, with these beautiful Americ...
Category
2010s Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Set of 4 Antique Bentwood Bistro Chairs with Caned Seats
By Thonet
Located in Freehold, NJ
This set of four antique cafe chairs features bentwood construction, original finish, newer caned seats, and tall tapered legs.
Dimensions: 16.75w 20d 34.5h 17.5sh
Condition notes:...
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
Michael Taylor Designs White Klismos Lacquered Dining Chair
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic Michael Taylor design white dining chair featuring a cream lacquered finish. Designed in the neoclassical taste with a greco-roman klismos chair inspiration. The seat has a ta...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Cane, Beech
Fine Set Of Eight Neoclassical Style Dining Chairs With Red Silk Upholstery
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A particularly elegant set of Chairs with a very interesting and somewhat complex Neoclassical styling. With four arm and four side chairs. Fine wood frames in a dark stain with scro...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set of Eight Neoclassical Style Klismos Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic set of eight klismos dining chairs constructed in the Greco-Roman neoclassical taste. The chairs feature a tablet back with a curved splat decorated with a disc. The seat ha...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Classic Upholstered Dining Chair (Sets of 2)
Located in Westwood, NJ
A beautiful homage to English influence in 19th-century design, where elegance meets modern comfort. Slender saber legs and a sculptural wooden frame define the base, offering a deli...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Swedish Gustavian Period Chair Pair
Located in Savannah, GA
Set of two Swedish chairs with classical lotus pattern back splats, a design often attributed to the chair makers of the Stockholm Guild. The chair splats have the carved crest also ...
Category
1790s Swedish Antique Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Silk, Walnut
Set of Eight Dining Chairs in the Neoclassic Manner
Located in New York, NY
Set of Eight Dining Chairs in the neoclassic manner - chairs are hand-painted and gilded with fluted legs and shield-backs - very comfortable.
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Set of Eight Michael Taylor Margot Dining Chairs Distressed
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare set of eight Michael Taylor Margot labeled dining chairs featuring a weathered and distressed finish to mimic age. The set consists of six side chairs and two host armchairs mea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Six French Neoclassical Dining Chairs in Off-White Velvet by Maurice Hirsch
Located in Astoria, NY
Exquisite mid-20th-century set of six dining chairs by the esteemed French maker Maison Maurice Hirsch, celebrated for neoclassical designs inspired by the grandeur of the Louis XVI ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Dining Chairs Swedish Set of 6 Neoclassical Gilded Green, Sweden
Located in New York, NY
Dining chairs Swedish set of 6 neoclassical gilded green, Sweden. A set of six dining chairs made during the neoclassical period in Sweden, circa 1800-1810. Original gilding with gre...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Six Lyre back chairs with brass swan heads and paw feet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A completely restored set of six lyre back chairs with brass swan, heads and brass paw feet… the chairs also fold… the chairs can be used as dining chairs and also used outside… T...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Classic Leather Dining Chair With Capitoné Backrest
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Upholstered armchair of classic style. Body of contained dimensions, and straight lines that seek to contrast with the curves of the interior of the arm and back, which provide a tou...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Leather
Baker Furniture Klismos Collection Neoclassical Burlwood Chairs, Set of 10
Located in Countryside, IL
Baker Furniture Klismos Collection Neoclassical Burlwood Dining Chairs - Set of 10
Each chair measures: 24 wide x 24 deep x 38 inches high, w...
Category
2010s American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Burl
Set of Four Rose Tarlow Feather Chairs with Fortuny Seats
By Rose Tarlow
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Distinctive set of four dining chairs designed by Rose Tarlow having Fortuny fabric seats. Known as feather chairs the bespoke set has a custom lacquered finish. The frames were inte...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1950s lyre back and Swan head wrought iron armchair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Inspired by Maison Jansen neoclassical wrought iron Lyre arm back chairs with brass swan heads at top round brass rings on arms and brass feet. From a Palm Beach estate meticulously ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Iron
Set of Six English Neoclassical Dining Chairs
Located in Greenwich, CT
Very fine set of six English neoclassical dining chairs, the most unusual back splats with carved rosettes, honeysuckle and wreath carving, th...
Category
19th Century British Antique Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Classic Upholstered Dining Armchair (Sets of 2)
Located in Westwood, NJ
English influence in 19th-century design, where elegance meets modern comfort. Slender saber legs and a sculptural wooden frame define the base, offering a delicate, graceful silhoue...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Set of 8 Neoclassical Style Mastercraft Dining Chairs
By Mastercraft
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Set of 8 vintage Mastercraft Neoclassical style dining chairs. Ebonized chairs with bronze sabots have been professionally restored and upholstered in very nice coral colored faux le...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bronze
Six Super Light Chiavarina Dining Chairs, Painted Wood, Wicker Seat, Italy, 1940
Located in Berlin, DE
Six super light 'Chiavarina' dining chairs in black lacquered beech, cherry or maple wood with original braided wicker seat. This chair, model 'Campanino' was created by Giuseppe Gae...
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Wood
Suite of Three Italian Neoclassical Polychrome Painted Side Chairs, circa 1780
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Suite of three Italian neoclassical polychrome painted side chairs, circa 1780
Antique, excellent and rare suite of three Northern Italian (probably Venice) Neoclassical side chai...
Category
18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set of Five Klismos Ebony and Mahogany Neoclassical Dining Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A spectacular set of klismos dining chairs: ebony and mahogany Neoclassical style with new neutral high end upholstery designed to showcas...
Category
1970s American Vintage Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Mahogany
Set of 4 Black Iron and Brass Swan & Lyre Motif Dining Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Set of 4 exquisite dining side chairs having black iron lyre backs and frames with amazing brass swan heads at the tops and paw feet at the bottom of the elegant thin legs. Seats ar...
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass, Iron
Maison Baccarat Crystal Room Restaurant Style Nickel Plated Dining Chair Set 10
By Chiavari
Located in Miami, FL
Exceptional set of ten Italian nickel-plated over Brass Chiavari chairs.
Consisting out of 6 Dining Chairs and 4 high back Side Chairs.
New light violet silk upholstery.
Similar c...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Reupholstered Pair of Arm Dining Chairs for Mastercraft
Located in Medina, OH
Indulge in the timeless sophistication of these ivory colored Mastercraft dining chairs. The sleek, rounded design, completed with a black lacquered hardwood frame exudes modern lux...
Category
1970s American Vintage Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Yakisugi Black Chapel Chair in Oak by Seven Cedars Co Dining Chair
Located in Staatsburg, NY
Seven Cedars Co. has re-contextualized vintage 1940s oak chapel chairs with back pockets in a limited edition run of 50. These elegant chairs have been modernized and treated in the...
Category
2010s American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Set of 4 Antique Hitchcock, Alford & Co. Walnut Cane Seat Dining Chairs
Located in Tonbridge, Kent
Set of 4 Antique Hitchcock, Alford & Co. Walnut Cane Seat Dining Chairs, 19th Century
Exquisite set of four 19th-century walnut dining chairs attributed to Hitchcock, Alford & Co., ...
Category
Mid-19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Set of 8 Italian Neoclassical Dining Chairs with Painted Murals & Tiger Velvet
Located in Saint Louis, MO
By far one of the most beautiful and unique sets of Dining Chairs our shop has ever carried, we are delighted to present this one of kind Set of Eight drop dead gorgeous Italian Neoclassical Chairs each with unique gilded hand painted Greco Roman murals...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood, Giltwood
Set of Four Neoclassical Style Brass & Red Velvet Chairs in Maison Jansen Style
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice and rare set of 4 neoclassical style chairs is made of brass and red velvet. This is a French work, in the style of famous designer Maison Jansen. Circa 1940.
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Seven Early 19th Century Neoclassical Italian Chairs, Milan circa 1820
Located in Milano, IT
Group of seven chairs
Milan, first quarter of the 19th century
Carved walnut wood, lacquered in gray green and cream and partially gilded
They measure:
height 36.61 in (18.11 in ...
Category
1810s Italian Antique Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Regency Polo Ralph Lauren Leather Highgate” Dining Chair
By Ralph Lauren
Located in west palm beach, FL
Exuding timeless sophistication, this vintage Regency-style dining chair by Ralph Lauren is a masterpiece of craftsmanship and design. Featuring a striking sculptural silhouette, the...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Classic French Dining Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this chair features a sophisticated London Mist wood finish and graceful front turned, tapered and fluted legs, adding a touch of Europea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set of Four Italian Venetian Painted Dining Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Amazing set of four Italian dining armchairs featuring a Venetian lacquered finish with neoclassical style acanthus decoration. The chair frames have a desirable aged and weathered p...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Bisquit Tufted Dining Side Chair with Wood Legs and Balloon Shaped Back
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Clara chair is a classic style with an all upholstered back and seat with hand stitched bisquit tufting and buttons covered in same material, seat h...
Category
2010s American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Greenapple Chair, Set of 4 Ellipse Chairs, Beige, Handmade in Portugal
By GF Modern, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Ellipse Chair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern.
The Ellipse chair is a classic and comfortable piece for any occasion. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Wonderful Set of Five French Gold Gilt Carved Harp Lyre Back Regency Side Chairs
Located in Roslyn, NY
Wonderful set of FIVE (5) French gold gilt carved harp lyre back regency neoclassical dining or living room ladies side chairs
Sold per chair
Measu...
Category
1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Giltwood
Early 19th Century Baltic Neoclassical Side Chair
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a superb example of a solid mahogany carved and inlaid Danish or Baltic side chair of Klismos form. The chair has been refinished at some point. The quality of the carving, i...
Category
Early 19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Mahogany
Neoclassical dining room chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical dining room chairs 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 dining room chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical dining room chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original dining room chairs, popular names associated with this style include Greenapple, Brown Jordan, GF Modern, and Baker Furniture Company. 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 dining room chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $327 and tops out at $225,000 while the average work can sell for $4,102.