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 6
Set of Six Early 19th Century Painted Swedish Farm Dining Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Set of six early 19th century painted Swedish farm dining chairs circa 1810-1829. Sturdy, stable. All joints tightened. No wobble. Remnants of old and early paint. Interesting steel ...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 6 Neoclassical Chairs, Germany 1800
Located in Belmont, MA
Set of Six Neoclassical Chairs
Discover a rare find with our exquisite set of six Neoclassical chairs originating from around 1800’s Southern Germany. Crafted from cherry wood veneer...
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1790s German Antique Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cherry
Late 18th Century Set of 6 Painted & Parcel Gilt Arm Chairs, Italian
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Late 18th century set of 6 painted & parcel gilt arm chairs, Italian. Neo-classical period & taste. Small beaded florets break the arch of the crest rails, the florets repeated at ea...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, 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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage Farmhouse Ebony Windsor Spindle Back Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By The Farmhouse Collection
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Farmhouse Ebony Windsor Spindle Back Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Beautiful set of 6 vintage Windsor spindle back ebony chairs comes with 2 armchairs and 4 side chairs. Windsor ...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Paint
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
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
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
Giorgetti dining chairs Umberto Asnago 1980s Italy
Located in Den Haag, NL
Stunning set of Elegant dining chairs .Manufactured by Giorgetti Giorgetti is one of the most important Italian furniture designers. founded by Luigi Giorgetti. Giorgetti's designs...
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1980s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
Set of 6 Carved Wood French Neoclassical Dining Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
A classic set of six French neoclassical dining room chairs from the late 19th century, with carved splat, back and arms, and fl...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
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
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
Set of Six Neoclassical Chairs, Germany around 1810
Located in Leimen, DE
Step into the elegance of the past with this remarkable set of 6 original Neoclassical Chairs, dating back to the early 19th century in southern Germany. Crafted from exquisite cherr...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cherry
Set of 6 Neo-Classic Birdseye Maple Chairs, Brussels, Circa: 1825
Located in Alexandria, VA
These beautiful dining chairs were at one time in the Paris estate of Eleanor Post Hutton (Close), the daughter of Marjorie Merriweather Post of Post cereal fame. They have long been...
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Early 19th Century Belgian Antique Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Birdseye Maple
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set of Six Italian Hand Wrought Silver Steel Dining Armchairs
Located in Bradenton, FL
Set of six wonderful Italian hand wrought brushed steel armchairs. Each chair has a matte silver patina with elegant curved backs and arms. Wrought steel continues into a uniquely w...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron, Steel
Claud Bunyard for Nichols & Stone American Windsor Oak Dining Armchairs, Six
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous and iconic set of six American Windsor style solid oak dining armchairs
By Claud Bunyard for Nichols & Stone
USA, circa 1980s
...
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1980s American Vintage Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Baker Furniture Barbara Barry Six "X" Back Chairs
Located in Toledo, OH
Six Barbara Barry collection by Baker Furniture X back chairs. Mahogany and gold/brown upholstery. Two with arms. Armchairs measure: 27" wide, 20" ...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Set of Six Neoclassical Klismos Style Dining Chairs by Henredon
By Henredon
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Exceptional set of neoclassical klismos style mahogany dining chairs by Henredon. The set features a dramatic dark polished finish near ebony in c...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Mahogany
Set 10 Iron / Metal French Bistro Cafe Chairs.. Classic Design..
By Salterini
Located in Buffalo, NY
Set 10 Iron / Metal French Bistro Cafe Chairs.. Classic Design..Wonderful patina..color,,finish,, Extremelly comfortable. Hand delivery avail...
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal, Iron
Set of Six Neoclassical Style Aluminum Garden Dining Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stately set of six aluminum patio and garden dining armchairs made in the style and manner of Brown Jordan. The cast aluminum frames feature a square back with neoclassical style rib...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Neoclassical Upholstered Mahogany Dining Chair, 6
Located in New York, NY
Group of six neoclassical style upholstered mahogany dining chairs raised on tapered legs.
Dealer: S138XX.
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
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, 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 - 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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
1880s Italian Chairs Neoclassic Eclectic Hand Carved Walnut Leather Upholstered
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Stunning original and sturdy 1880s Italian Chairs Eclectic in hand-carved walnut, real antique red leather upholstered.
About Italian Style: Neocl...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
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...
Category
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Set of Six Neoclassical Chairs, Germany, 1800-1810
Located in Belmont, MA
Unique set of six Neoclassical chairs, Germany 1800-1810, cherrywood.
Beautiful harp motif on the back of the chairs with exquisitely carved details. The c...
Category
Early 1800s German Antique Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cherry
Six Neoclassic Caned and Decorated Adam Style Dining Chairs
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive set of six dining chairs having two armchairs and four sides, crafted with mahogany in a neoclassic Adam style with painted decoration...
Category
Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Mahogany
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
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 ...
Category
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 ...
Category
2010s Italian Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Gold Leaf
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...
Category
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...
Category
2010s American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Linen, Mahogany
Set of Six Fine and 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 Neoclassical Style Garden Armchairs with Ottoman
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stately six piece patio and garden suite consisting of four armchairs and one large lounge chair with ottoman. Crafted from cast aluminum with a dark gree...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
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...
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1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wicker, 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
Set of Six Neoclassical Style Dining Chairs Italian
Located in San Francisco, CA
Set of Six Walnut Neoclassical Dining Chairs with urn carved back splat sitting on four tapering legs. Italian, Circa 1850. The drop in seats recently upholstered.
Category
Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cherry
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
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...
Category
2010s American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
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...
Category
1940s Vintage Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
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...
Category
2010s American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
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
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
Set of Six Ebonized Neoclassical Style Klismos Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic set of six klismos dining chairs featuring a a hardwood frame with an ebonized lacquer finish in a dark grey tone. The frames have a classic tablet back and saber style legs...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Set of Six Chippendale Dining Chairs in Black
Located in Redding, CT
Set of Six Chippendale Dining Chairs in Black. Two arm chairs and four side chairs. These upholstered seats are covered in a pale sage green and white. Use as is or simply recover th...
Category
Early 2000s American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
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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