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
Number in Set: Set of 12 or more
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Cognac Leather Dining Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
A masterpiece that brings a touch of elegance and sophistication to your dining experience. This chair is a harmonious blend of classic design and modern craftsmanship, featuring a b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Set of 14 Brown Jordan Classic Garden Dining Armchairs
By Brown Jordan
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Elegant and rare set of 14 Brown Jordan classic cast aluminum patio and garden dining armchairs. The chairs have a gracefully curved back with a neoclassical style x-motif design spl...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Complete Set Of Twelve French 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Dining Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most handsome and complete set of twelve French 19th century Neo-Classical st. Mahogany, Giltwood and Ormolu dining chairs. The set of dining chairs consists of ten side chairs and...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Ormolu
Greenapple Chair, Set of 4 Ellipse Chairs, Beige, Handmade in Portugal
By Greenapple, GF Modern
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. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Two Painted Classic English Dining Chairs
Located in Westwood, NJ
hand-carved from beech, painted in our Elsa finish and has a square crested back with tapered pilaster carved slats with an upholstered seat and raised on square tapering legs. Shown...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Tan Leather Upholstered Side Chair with Saddle Stitch Detail and Wood Frame
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Emile chair from LF upholstery shown in tan leather with handcrafted saddle stitch detail on the inside back and seat give a sophisticated look to a ...
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2010s American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
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4 Dining Chairs Precedent for Drexel 239-4
By Edward Wormley, Drexel
Located in Jupiter, FL
Beautiful chairs, I feel like they have a crossover look from a Neo Classical design to Midcentury Modern. They are in wonderful condition stamped and marked as you can see in the p...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Swedish Side Chair, Bleached Walnut Finish
Located in Westwood, NJ
Swedish side chair in a bleached walnut finish, with pristine forms and clean lines capable of dressing a dining space up or down with ease. With a molde...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Swedish Side Chair, Bleached Cherry
Located in Westwood, NJ
Swedish side chair in our sun bleached cherry finish, with pristine forms and clean lines capable of dressing a dining space up or down with ease. With...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Swedish Side Chair, Ebonized Finish
Located in Westwood, NJ
Swedish side chair in an ebonized finish, with pristine forms and clean lines capable of dressing a dining space up or down with ease. With a molded sl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Swedish Side Chair - London Mist
Located in Westwood, NJ
Swedish side chair in light London mist finish, with pristine forms and clean lines capable of dressing a dining space up or down with ease. With a molded slat back and a delightfull...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set of 13 Fine French Neoclassical Dining Chairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
Set of 13 fine French Neoclassical cherry wood dining chairs in an Empire-Directoire style with carved and blackened wood details.
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cherry
Dining Chairs Ellipse Upholstered Red Velvet Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Greenapple, GF Modern
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Dining Chairs Ellipse Upholstered Beige Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, GF Modern
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Greenapple Chair, Ellipse Chair, Set 6 Chairs, Blue-Grey, Handmade in Portugal
By Greenapple, GF Modern
Located in Lisboa, PT
Set of 6 Ellipse chairs, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern.
The Ellipse chair is a classic and comfortable piece for an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
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: 20" W x 25" D x 37" H.
Seat 19...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set of Twelve Italian 19th Century Neoclassical Style Dining Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A spectacular and high quality complete set of twelve Italian 19th century Neo-Classical st. patinated and giltwood dining chairs. Each chair is raised by handsome giltwood paw feet ...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Giltwood, Leather, Wood
Classic English Dining Chairs
Located in Westwood, NJ
This Classic English dining chairs is hand-carved from beech and have a square crested back with tapered pilaster carved slats with an upholstered seat and raised on square tapering ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
Dark Walnut Dining Chair with Armrests by Modenese Gastone Interiors
Located in PADOVA, Italy
High-end palaces need high-end furniture, and the mission of Modenese Gastone Interiors is to serve this purpose. This majestic shiny dining ...
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2010s Italian Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Gold Leaf
Classic Mahogany Armchair
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classic mahogany dining armchair, the flame mahogany veneered bar top rail and solid splat above an upholstered seat, on square tapering legs.
Dimensions: 23" W x 24.75" D x 37" H...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Modern Plathea Dining Chairs Dark Blue Velvet Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Pleathea Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
Plathea creates an elegant, classic comfort in your dining room. Upholstered in dark blue ve...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Shaped Curve Back Dining Side Chair with Self Button Detail and Nailhead Detail
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Menton chair is a beautifully styled side chair shown in off white fabric with and self covered buttons on the inside back - nailhead trim outlining t...
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2010s American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Linen, Mahogany
Set of Eight Queen Anne Style Ebonized and Gilt Decorated Dining Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
Set of eight Queen Anne style ebonized and gilt decorated dining chairs. These sleek and stylish dining chairs come straight from a NYC brownstone. The ebonized frames would fit easi...
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1940s Vintage Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
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...
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2010s American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Tufted and Buttoned Side Chair Shown in Tan Leather with Medium Oakwood Legs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Corbin side chair can be used as a dining chair, desk chair or an occasional chair, currently covered in tan leather with biscuit tufting on inside back with hand stitching in ea...
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2010s American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Dining Sidechair with in Blue Leather with Mahogany Wood Frame
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Nevin dining chair from Lf upholstery is a comfortable and beautifully crafted side chair that can double as both a dining chair and game chair, show...
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2010s American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
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Leather, Mahogany
Dos Gallos Custom Upholstered Dining or Desk Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom classic continental style suitable for dining or as a desk chair. Can work in Spanish, English, classic, farm house or modern interiors, depending on finish and fabric. For pl...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
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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.
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