Neoclassical Seating
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
1970s , A pair of Club Lounge Chairs, Sweden
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
A pair of Swedish lounge chairs from the 1970s, upholstered in luxurious green velour fabric. These armchairs feature a clean and inviting design with slightly flared armrests, plush...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Velvet, Beech, Pine
$4,780 / set
New Black Wrought Iron Curule Bench with Ralph Lauren Barlett Zebra Fabric
Located in Miami, FL
New black wrought iron curule bench with cushion, Savonarola, Throne.
Beautiful and soft cushion made with Ralph Lauren Zebra Fabric.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Iron
Antique 19th C. American Empire Flame Mahogany Claw Foot Parlor Sofa Couch 85"
Located in Dayton, OH
Fine American Empire parlor sofa / couch with classical form and masterful carvings. Made of flamed mahogany featuring carved back crest and flared rolled arms accented with carved f...
Category
19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Mahogany, Burl
$4,240 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Italian Carved Wood White Lacquer Shell & Dolphin Grotto Chair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a fun chair! It is a mid-century white lacquered shell form grotto chair with carved dolphin / serpent arms and leg supports. The white lacquered finish is a vintage finish. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood
Vintage Black Hitchcock Chairs, Three Side Chairs, One Armed Chair
Located in Louisville, KY
These L. Hitchcocks chairs are as one would expect coming from Hitchcock, simply splendid. With their signature black painted finish and gold stencil work overall, the age, patina an...
Category
Early 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Rush, Wood, Paint
Pr. Continental Neoclassic Walnut Veneered & Upholstered Round Footstools, 19thc
Located in Atlanta, GA
the footstools of circular form with velvet upholstered tops, the cases covered in walnut veneer with a bottom band of patterned veneer, raised on shaped (later) bakelite feet
Category
1820s European Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Walnut
Early 20th Century Nichols and Stone Barely Back Windsor Armchair
Located in Germantown, MD
An early 20th century Nichols And Stone Barely Back Windsor stained ArmChair. Very sturdy. Good vintage condition. Measures 25" in width, 23" in depth and 35.5" tall. Arm height is 2...
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Hardwood
Pair of Wrought Iron Turquoise Lounge Chairs with Outdoor Geometrical Fabric
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Wrought Iron Turquoise Lounge Chairs with Geometrical Fabric
Category
2010s Spanish Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Bronzed Iron X-base Leather Stools or Curule Benches
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Whimsical pair of iron stools or curule benches featuring terracotta leather seat cushions. The x-form base has a dark bronzed patina powder coat finish that is smooth and textured. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Iron
Set of Fourteen Nancy Corzine Neoclassical Cornell Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Remarkable grand set of fourteen neoclassical style dining chairs designed by Nancy Corzine in the California romantic style. The chairs feature a walnut frame with a klismos style t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Gold Leaf
Set of 6 Outdoor Sunburst Spring Iron Garden Dining Arm Chairs by Francois Carre
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous elegant and in excellent vintage condition with minimal wear from age and use these Francous Carre sunburst spring garden dining chairs are ready to be set around youre tabl...
Category
1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Steel, Iron
Wrought Iron Turquoise Lounge Chair for Outdoor with Grid Seat
Located in Miami, FL
Wrought Iron Turquoise Lounge Chairs suitable for outdoor.
Height to the arm ( low part ) : 25.59in
Category
2010s Spanish Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron
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 Seating
Materials
Linen, Wood
Philadelphia Neoclassic Upholstered Mahogany Sofa, 1830
Located in Kenilworth, IL
American Neoclassic sofa with mahogany frame upholstered in silk with contrasting gimp. The crest rail has a panel of branch crotch mahogany book matched across the length of the sofa back. The scrolled arms, lion’s paw legs...
Category
1830s American Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Mahogany
$12,000 Sale Price
36% Off
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 Seating
Materials
Metal
Danish neoclassical chair original painted decorations, Denmark 1860’s
Located in Valby, 84
A charming Danish neoclassical chair from the 1860s, featuring its original hand-painted decorations in black and gold. This exquisite piece showcases the refined craftsmanship and e...
Category
1860s Danish Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Italian Neo-Classical Style Heavy Cast Metal Bench W/ Rams
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a mid-century Italian cast metal bench with ram form appointments and velvet upholstery. It is unmarked and in very good condition.
My shipping is running two to five weeks...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Metal
Early 20th Century Nichols and Stone Barrel Back Windsor Armchair
Located in Germantown, MD
An early 20th century Nichols And Stone Barrel Back Windsor stained ArmChair. Very sturdy. Good vintage condition. Measures 25" in width, 23" in de...
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Hardwood
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 Seating
Materials
Brass
$28,500 / set
Classic Leather Sofa Couch
By Classic
Located in New York, NY
Comfy burgundy leather sofa, with brass studs. Classic form, original condition, clean, ready to use. Cushions do sit flat, they were just not p...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Leather
Stickley Furniture Chaise or Recamier Sofa
Located in Southampton, NJ
Elegant chaise lounge or Recamier sofa by Stickley Furniture in left or right wing options. Generous, lithe proportions, Neoclassical in style with bolster cushion. Seat: 16.5" H.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Pair J. Widdicomb Neoclassical Partial Gilt Ebonized Wood Upholstered Armchairs
Located in Germantown, MD
A Pair of John Widdicomb Neoclassical Style Partial Gilt Ebonized Wood Rose and Champagne Striped Upholstered Armchairs.
Measure 23" in width, 23" in depth and 36.5" in height. Seat ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Americana Windsor Style Chair / Rush Seat
By Nicholas & Stone Co
Located in Malibu, CA
Attributed to but not stamped "Nicholas & Stone" vintage mahogany /maple Windsor style bow back side chair with original rush seat.
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Rush, Mahogany
$186 Sale Price
25% Off
Set of 4 French Hammered Verdigris Dining Chairs, 1940s
Located in Chicago, IL
A set of four 1940s French dining chairs featuring sculptural, high-back frames in hammered iron. The rich verdigris patina enhances their c...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Iron
New Black Wrought Iron Curule Bench with Cushion, Savonarola, Throne
Located in Miami, FL
New black wrought iron curule bench with cushion, Savonarola, Throne.
Cushion included.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Iron
Pair of Ferguson Copeland Tortoise & Silver Leaf Upholstered Brighton Armchairs
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Ferguson Copeland Tortoise and Silver Leaf Upholstered Brighton Armchairs.
Feature a Bent Rattan frame with leather strap joints, brown pain...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Metal
Vintage 19th Century Duncan Phyfe Sofa in Barrow Fabric
By Duncan Phyfe
Located in Saint Louis, US
An undeniably beautiful and coveted antique 19th Century Duncan Phyfe sofa upholstered in a feline Onyx Merramec Barrow fabric. One of the brilliant...
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Mahogany
English Hunt Style Leather & Fruitwood Hickory Chair Bergere Chairs - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a classical pair of mahogany arm chairs with mottled garnet / red leather upholstery. They were manufactured by Hickory Chair Furniture Company. They are marked and date to t...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
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...
Category
1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Maple, Oak, Walnut
19th Century French Sofa Bench Circa 1820
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant 19th-century French sofa bench, crafted around 1820, showcases the timeless sophistication of early 19th-century furniture design. Made from solid walnut, the bench feat...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Walnut
6 Finely Crafted Neoclassical Style Ebonized & Gilt Dining for Restoration
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A handsome group of fine Neoclassical style chairs with very good comfort for restoration. Refined scrolled backs and arms, one armchair and four side chairs. Carved ebonized and gil...
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Important Maison Jansen Velvet and Gilt Canapé, c. 1930s, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful Maison Jansen settee in emerald green velvet and gilt frame, signed underneath with remnants of Jansen stamp. Incredible collectors piece, wi...
Category
1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood, Velvet
$18,500 Sale Price
22% Off
Italian Neoclassical Style Trompe l'oeil Carved Bench Seat
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous Italian window bench crafted in the neoclassical taste featuring carved plume feathers and swag. The trompe l'oeil bench is hand-carved from beech with an intentionally dist...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Brass
18th C Dimes Extended Arm Sack Back Windsor Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 18th C extended arm sack back Windsor is from New England. This comes to us from a private collection.This is stamped Dimes underneath the seat.
Category
Late 18th Century American Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood
Pair of Fendi Casa Arctic Blue Leather Tunica Lounge Chairs
By Fendi Casa
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Sublime pair of Italian Fendi Tunica lounge chairs or slipper chairs circa 2015. The bespoke rare chairs feature a soft and supple arctic blue leather...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Brass
Neoclassical Wrought Iron & Bronze Bench, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Elegant bench in patinated wrought iron and bronze. The sabots are reminiscent of Giacometti's work for Jean-Michel Frank. 3 benches are available; the price i...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Bronze, Wrought Iron
Antique American Carved Oak Pressed Back Spindle Dining Chair or Side Chair
By Larkin & Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Early American dining chair or side chair
Attributed to Larkin & Co.
USA, Circa 1900
Carved oak, with tooled leather seat.
Measures: 17.75"W x 19.5"D x 41.25"H...
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Oak
19th Century Russian Neoclassical Flame Mahogany Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th Century Russian Neoclassical flame mahogany sofa
Russia, 19th Century
A fine example of 19th Century Russian Neoclassical furniture...
Category
Mid-19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
$11,250 Sale Price
25% Off
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 Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Ralph Lauren High Back Tufted Dining Chairs, Set of 6
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Set of 6 classic high-back dining side chairs by Ralph Lauren. These handsome generously sized dining chairs feature tufted backs and seats, aged brass nail head trim, and square ma...
Category
1990s Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$6,240 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Vintage French Neoclassical Style Swan & Rams Recamier Daybed Chaise Lounge Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Neoclassical Style Swan & Rams Head Recamier Daybed Chaise Lounge Sofa. Item features a large impressive form, gold gilt painted carved wood accents, beige fabric, gre...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
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 Seating
Materials
Bronze
Mid-Century Ladder Back Maple and Rush Seats Side Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
A pair of Mid-Century Ladder Back Maple and Rush Seats Side Chairs
Measures 18" width, 40" in height, 17" in depth. Seat height 18"
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Rush, Maple
Pair of Maison Jansen Louis XV neoclassical slipper chairs 1940s
Located in Paris, IDF
The craftsmanship of this pair of slipper chairs was deeply cared about, and it really shows some eight decades later. The side chairs were made and stamped by Maison Jansen in the e...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood
Traditional Leather Club Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Upholstered in rich, full-grain havana brown leather, this chair exudes luxury while offering durability for years of use. The gently rolled back, curved arms, and detailed nailhead ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
$3,492 / item
Iron Brass X-Base Seat Stool Oscar Bruno Bach Neoclassical 1920s
Located in Forest Grove, PA
This is a very well made, early 20th century stool or seat after Oscar Bach. This model in the Neoclassical style has a central female figure surrounded by c-scrolls. The relief matc...
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Metal
Extraordinary Pair Of Ram’s Head Club Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An exceptional pair of club chairs with intricately carved frames with bold Rams Head arms. The generous seats and backs are custom upholstered in a fine and deep Celadon hue faux su...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Italian Venetian Carved Floral Settee
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Venetian (18th century) cream painted and gilt trimmed carved floral design settee with roll arms and carving on back (restorations to interior f...
Category
18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Almost Pair of Italian Neoclassic Arm Chairs, early 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
In the 18th Century and early 19th Century, Chairs in continental Europe
were constructed of beechwood, on account of it's lightness and acceptance of stain and finishes.
The chairs ...
Category
1810s Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Mahogany
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Metal
Pair of Neoclassical Lounge Chairs circa 1960, Maison Jansen, 2 Pairs Available
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of French neoclassical Maison Jansen lounge chairs circa 1960. 2 Pairs available.
Priced by pair
Original velvet fabric, very good condition.
Sturdy and very comfortable.
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Velvet, Wood
$4,720 Sale Price / set
40% Off
Updated Modern Classic Wingchair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Updated Modern classic wingchair, covered in linen to make it neutral and easily placed in any environment. The real drama comes into focus when viewing the exposed ash construction ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Linen, Wood
$2,349 / item
Regency Style Italian Neo-Classical Klismos Game Table / Dining Chairs -S/4
Located in Kennesaw, GA
Love these! This is a set of four Italian Klismos style painted side chairs. The upholstery is vintage with no holes and lite wear. They are unmarked. Fabulous for a game table or sm...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Oscar de la Renta Home Century Furniture Italian Neoclassical Style Armchair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Oscar de la Renta Home by Century Furniture Italian Neoclassical Style Gold Gilt Cream Painted Armchair. Circa Late 20th Century
Measurements: 4...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood
Italian Neoclassic Tall Bar Stool
Located in Westwood, NJ
An Italian neoclassic bar stool, with a leather upholstered oval padded back and circular swivel seat, on turned legs, joined by an "X" stretcher with brass footrest mounts.
Dime...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
$4,107 / item
Faux Ostrich Leather Ottoman
Located in Westwood, NJ
Bench-made in the USA, this ottoman features deep button tufting and a plush, dotted faux ostrich leather upholstery in metallic ivory. The small self-welt trim and layered brushed n...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
$1,917 / item
Havana Brown Classic Leather Armchair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Featuring a high back design for ultimate support and rolled arms with intricate pleating detail, inviting you to a world of comfort with just one look. Wrapped in brown leather, its...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Leather
$4,596 / item
Neo-Classical Style Ebonized Bench With Gilt Accents Att. To Maitland-Smith
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a neo-classical style bench with an ebonized frame and gilt accents. It is attributed to Maitland -Smith and dates approximately to the l...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Oak Parquetry Upholstered Bench, Light Oak
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Light oak parquetry upholstered bench with tapered legs. Crafted with rustic oak with an upholstered seat, this bench is the perfect addition to the foot of any bed or entryway.
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood
$1,425 / item
Antique Pair Regency George IV Neo-Classical Architectural Mahogany Hall Chairs
Located in Portland, OR
A good pair of antique Regency carved mahogany hall chairs, in the Neo-Classical style, 1830's.
The chairs having an architectural twin 'Swan's Neck' pediment to the top & flanking a...
Category
1830s English Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Mahogany
$1,196 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Neoclassical seating for sale on 1stDibs.
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