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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
Vintage french wrought iron bar stools, 1960s - set of 3
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage bar stools made from a round oak seat and a beautiful wrought iron twisted base with elegant feet. 1960s - France Very good, sturdy condition Dimensions: Height: 78cm Dia...
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Seating

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Wrought Iron

Antique 19th century Walnut Windsor Side Chair
Located in Pasadena, TX
This antique Windsor chair features a gracefully curved back with turned spindles and a contoured solid wood seat, offering both comfort and timeless charm. Crafted in a traditional ...
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19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Walnut

Ferguson Copeland Tortoise & Silver Leaf Upholstered Brighton Armchair
Located in Germantown, MD
A Ferguson Copeland Tortoise and Silver Leaf Upholstered Brighton Armchair. Feature a Bent Rattan frame with leather strap joints, brown painted and Metal Silver leaf stretcher legs ...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Seating

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Metal

19th Century Chinoiserie Queen Anne Style Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Nicely detailed Queen Anne chair. Seat was originally can but now hard upholstered in new mohair. Strong and sturdy.
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Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Mohair, Wood, Paint

214K chair by Micheale Thonet for Thonet
Located in Ravenna, IT
The famous coffee chair designed by Michael Thonet in 1859 is still considered the world's most successful industrial product. It marks the beginning of the history of modern furnitu...
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Early 2000s German Neoclassical Seating

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Reed, Hardwood

Large Neoclassical Desk Armchair, circa 1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Large neoclassical desk armchair, circa 1950. To be revarnished and reupholstered.
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Seating

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Faux Leather, Wood

Classic Tufted Black Leather Armchair
Located in Westwood, NJ
A classic leather upholstered tub back armchair. In our Onyx black leather with button tufted backrest and a cushioned seat, raised on a swivel base. Dimensions: 30" W x 28" D x 31" ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Seating

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Leather

18th Century, Pair of Italian Neoclassical Carved Giltwood Stools
Located in IT
18th century, pair of Italian neoclassical carved giltwood stools The fine pair of neoclassical stools, made in Sicily (Italy) in the second half of the 18th century, consists of ...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Silk, Wood, Giltwood

Set of Four 19th Century Upholstered Walnut X-frame Stools
Located in London, GB
Set of four 19th century upholstered walnut X-frame stools Italian, c. 1840 Height 53cm, width 49cm, depth 40cm Wonderfully made in Italy in around 1840, this set of four X-frame ...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Textile, Wood, Walnut

Wood and Gold Leaf Three Piece Suite, France, Late 19th Century
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Wood and gold leaf three piece suite. France, late 19th century. Attributed to Maison Jansen. Dimensions: Large sofa: 91 cm height, 137 cm width, 67 cm depth, 48 cm seat height....
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Gold Leaf

Jacques Adnet Neoclassic High Back Side Chair
Located in Hudson, NY
This tall back, neoclassic side chair is attributed to French designer Jacques Adnet circa 1945. The tight back and seat is enhanced with an appliqued decorative banding front and ba...
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Mid-20th Century European Neoclassical Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Mid-Century Aluminum Garden Barstools, A Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
A Pair of Mid-20th Century Aluminum Barstools. Barstools feature an intricate pierced design with scrollwork and geometric detailing. The openwork backs incorporate a medallion motif...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Seating

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Aluminum

Set of Six Neoclassical Chairs in Cherrywood, circa 1940
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Set of six neoclassical chairs in cherrywood, circa 1940. Three different design on the wood. Very good condition.
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1950s European Vintage Neoclassical Seating

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Cherry

Tufted Settee with Loose Seat Cushion and Pleated Skirt Shown in Grey Velvet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Marion sofa is a custom piece and timeless style shown in grey velvet but also available in COL or COM in any size wanted. handcrafted maple frame with t...
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2010s American Neoclassical Seating

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Velvet, Maple

21st Century Carpanese Home Italia Sofa with Wooden Legs Neoclassic, 5939
Located in Sanguinetto, IT
3 seater sofa.  
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wood

Pair of "Nana and Poppa" Barrel Backed Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of “Nana” and “Poppa” walnut barrel backed chairs from the area of Genoa. Upholstered in new Correggio silk fabric. "Nana" chair slightly smaller than "Poppa" chair measuremen...
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Early 1800s Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Luxurious Caramel Leather Large Wingback Chair
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Luxurious large caramel leather wingback chair having mahogany carved legs and arms with enveloping interior elbow rests. Handsome ball and claw feet. Arm height 26.5 Between Interi...
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Early 2000s American Neoclassical Seating

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Leather, Mahogany

Pair of New England Hitchcock Style Chairs with Woven Rush Seats
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of New England Hitchcock Style or Fancy chairs. Hand painted / stenciled with a deep and rich patination from years of good wear. The seats are woven rush seats and are in very ...
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19th Century Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Rush, Wood, Paint

Pair Of Italian 18th Century Neo-Classical St. Walnut And Giltwood Benches
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome and unique pair of Italian 18th century Neo-Classical st. Walnut and Giltwood benches from Tuscany. Each three seat bench is raised by four square cabriole legs with the f...
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18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Walnut, Giltwood

19th-C. French Neo-Classical Carved Walnut Bergere Chairs with Rams, Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
These are fabulous! This is a pair of heavily carved walnut French bergere chairs. They have Neo-classical styling with the ram form arms and instruments along the back frame. The li...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

French 19th Century Pair of Marquise Chairs Circa 1890
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stunning pair of French marquise chairs from the late 19th century, crafted around 1890, embody the elegance and sophistication characteristic ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Upholstery, Beech

19th-C. Italian Neo-Classical Style Bergere Chairs with Cast Bronze Rams, Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
These are so elegant! This is a pair of late 19th century Italian neo-classical style arm chairs. The frame is a carved mahogany with peg construction. The grey linen blend upholster...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Bronze

Antique Cast Iron Vanity Bench Stool style of Oscar Bach
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Antique Cast Iron Stool Vanity Bench Neoclassical Style of Oscar Bruno Bach No label Cast Iron x frame base, metal seat decorative griffin 19.2...
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1920s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Seating

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Metal, Iron

1940s Curved Long Purple Damask Tufted Neoclassical Style Wood Bench
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, long curved bench you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful bench is statement...
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1940s European Vintage Neoclassical Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

1960-1970’s Neoclassic Rocking Chair by Lee Woodard Metal Frame & Striped Velvet
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Neoclassic rocking chair by Lee Woodard comprised of a metal frame with an antiqued bronze finish and purposed hammered ...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Seating

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Metal

Vintage Painted Neoclassical Style Curule Bench
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Curule-form bench, having a padded, crown seat of onyx-printed linen with nailheads, on an ivory painted frame showing natural wear, its fielded apron centered with an acanthus-flank...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Seating

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Wood

Neoclassical Style Banquette, France, circa 1950s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Fun and theatrical banquette with a gold-painted wood structure and scrolled arms.
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Seating

Set of Four Rose Tarlow Feather Chairs with Fortuny Seats
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Neoclassical Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Shearling Covered Shaped Back Chair with Wood Base and Legs with Metal Cap Feet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Willow club chair is a whimsical chair that can be used in any room - shown covered in shearling with button detail on inside back with a contrast...
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2010s American Neoclassical Seating

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Sheepskin, Mahogany

Danish mahogany artist stool in Neoclassical style, Denmark 1890’s
Located in Valby, 84
A beautifully crafted Danish artist stool from the 1890s, made of solid mahogany in an elegant neoclassical style. The stool features finely turned legs and a well-proportioned desig...
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1890s Danish Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Fabric, Mahogany

1970s Neoclassical Swedish Club Chairs Upholstered With Green Velvet Fabric
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful neoclassical club chair upholstered with green velvet fabric. The fabric is the original one and stil in very good and clean condition. Allover this chair in in very good c...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Neoclassical Seating

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Velvet, Beech, Pine

Mid-19th Century Custom Mahogany & Gilded Armchair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Gorgeous black lacquered accent armchair with gilded geometric design. Custom ivory upholstered seat Add this beautiful piece to any décor. The perfect desk chair or accent in an ent...
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Mid-19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Mahogany

Pair of Russian Mid 19th Century Neoclassical St. Mahogany & Giltwood Armchairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An exceptional and extremely unique pair of Russian mid 19th century neo-classical st. Mahogany and giltwood armchairs. Each chair is raised by elegantly curved legs with beautiful g...
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19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Mahogany, Giltwood

French Neo-Classical Style Tiger Velvet Daybed Settee - Pair Available
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is late 20th century French Maison Jansen style steel and brass neo-classical daybed. The tiger velvet cushion and pillows could be Scalamandre, but I have no way of knowing for...
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Seating

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Brass, Steel

Six Neoclassical chairs circa 1970
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Six Neoclassical chairs circa 1970 2 armchairs same model also available.
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1970s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Wood

Small Settee in the Neoclassical Taste
Located in New York, NY
Small Settee in the neoclassical taste Boston, Massachusetts (active 1804–17), about 1810 Mahogany (secondary woods: ash) Measures: 35 1/8 in. high, 59 3/4 in. long, 19 1/8 in. deep Although the diminutive scale of this settee places it in a unique category, the piece itself partakes of a vocabulary that is common in Boston furniture of the Late Federal period. Its sabre legs, for example, as seen straight on from the left and right ends, are closely related to the legs, as seen from the front, on a group of chairs of undisputed Boston origin, including a spectacular armchair with scrolled arms (see Stuart P. Feld, Boston in the Age of Neo-Classicism, 1810–1840, exhib. cat. [New York: Hirschl & Adler Galleries, 1999], p. 37 no. 6 illus. in color), as well as a number of side chairs, including a set made for Nathan Appleton (see Page Talbott, “Boston Empire Furniture, Part I,” The Magazine Antiques, CVII [May 1975], p. 887 fig. 12). In all, the legs are ornamented with two bold, somewhat flattened reeds set between corner beads, a pattern which is repeated here on the front and end seat rails as well. The superb quality of the piece is further demonstrated in the finely drawn profile of the arms, as well as the delicately bulbous surface of the fronts of the arms and legs. As in the best of the related chairs, the sabre legs end in delicately carved paw feet. The added refinement of the beautifully carved rosettes at both the fronts and backs of the arms suggests that the piece may have been designed to be used in the round. Stylistically harmonious with these pieces is also a group of larger sofas with frontally set sabre legs and scrolled arms (see Page Talbott, “Seating Furniture in Boston, 1810–1835,” The Magazine Antiques, CXXXIX [May 1991], p. 963 pl. 11) that represent an indigenously Boston form. Although none of the furniture in this group has been effectively attributed, they can certainly be related to various Boston card tables...
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Early 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Wood

18thc American Stenciled Ladderback Chair with Rush Seat and Original Finish
Located in Savannah, GA
This rare 18th century painted oak and stenciled New England ladderback chair features a heavily defined lower stretcher, graceful arms terminating in round knobs, and three slats in...
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1780s American Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Oak

Henredon French Empire Carved Walnut and Giltwood Armchairs, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding pair of French Empire, Neoclassical, or Regency style armchairs, club chairs, or dining captain chairs By Henredon USA, Late 20th Century Carved walnut frames, with...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut, Giltwood

Four Italian 'Chiavari' Brass and Velvet Chairs
Located in London, GB
Four Italian 'Chiavari' brass and velvet chairs Italian, early 20th century Measures: Height 91cm, width 42cm, depth 40cm The chairs in this set of four are crafted from brass, ...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Seating

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Brass

Set of six scandinavian chairs in turned wood with straw seat.
Located in Milano, IT
COD-750 Six chairs in turned wood with straw seat. Attr. Kaare Klint, Denmark 1940's.
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Seating

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Straw

Pair of 18th Century Italian Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
Low, deep, and wide, this pair of armchairs is exceptionally comfortable, and the gold and black color scheme is very dramatic. What’s most distinctive about them from a design point...
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1790s Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Wool, Wood

Pair of English Mahogany and Leather Armchairs in the Neoclassical Style
Located in London, GB
A fine pair of armchairs in the neoclassical in the manner of Robert Adam Constructed in mahogany with hand-painted gilt accents and red leather, each with oval backs enclosed wit...
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Late 19th Century Scottish Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Leather, Mahogany, Giltwood

Primitive Painted Bench
Located in Bradenton, FL
Exceptional example of an original condition 19th century Pine bench in old grey paint over the original red. A very nice tight solid bench in good to excellent condition with no rep...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Pine

1960s Italian Pair Of Lacquered Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Spectacular, 1960s pair of Italian lacquered armchairs with velvet seats. The chairs have been professionally lacquered in an off-white color-way and the seats have been reupholste...
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1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Seating

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Velvet, Wood, Lacquer

Forest Green Charles Dudouyt Captain Chair, France 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Solid oak armchair with stacking detail in original patina and upholstery.
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Seating

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Oak

Early 19th Century Venetian Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 18th century Venetian armchairs. Newly-upholstered in designer fabric. Heavy for their size. Comfortable.
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Wood, Giltwood

Italian Neoclassical pair of painted side chairs great Form and Patina
Located in Buchanan, MI
A pair of Italian neoclassical painted side chairs 19th century. Amazing form and carving, lovely old patina. Priced per chair. Measures: Height 34 1/2 inches. Would look great in of...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Giltwood

Pair of Late 18th Century Continental Neoclassical Painted & Parcel Fauteuils
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Late 18th Century Continental Neoclassical Painted & Parcel Gilt Fauteuils with Oval Backs & Leather Upholstery
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18th Century Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Wood

19th Century Fancy Original Painted Rocking Chair from New England
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This untouched original painted 19th century rocking chair is in pristine condition. The paint on this rocking chair is untouched. This is truly is a rare find. This item has wear co...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Wood

Late 19th Century Venetian Neoclassical gondola Armchair in Walnut and Leather
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Original elegant and robust Venetian neoclassical gondola chair. Beautiful to embellish a corner of the house or for a desk table Measure in cm: H 90\45 x W 48 x D 50.  
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Leather, Walnut

Neo-Renaissance Style Pair Of Italian Benches With Linen And Velvet Seats
Located in Prato, Tuscany
Please read the full description carefully, as we are dedicated to providing detailed technical and historical information to ensure the authenticity of our items. This is an elegant...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Linen, Velvet, Wood

Neoclassical Antique Giltwood Upholstered Swan Armchair, Early 20th Century
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A Neoclassical carved swan armchair with upholstered seat back and seat. This antique piece is created from wood and features armrests that are carved to look like swans. The seat ba...
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Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Seating

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Wood, Paint

Custom Bobbin Arm Side Chair with Caned Seat by Dos Gallos Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom bobbin chair with caned seat. These chairs are made in Alder with a variety of finishes. Can be made with a caned seat or with an upholst...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Seating

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Walnut

Pair of Italian Early 19th Century Neoclassical Style Armchairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A wonderful pair of Italian early 19th century Neo-Classical st. patinated and giltwood armchairs. Each armchair is raised by circular tapered feet at the with giltwood bands, Fine l...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Wood, Giltwood

Pair of Carved Walnut Neoclassical Shell Carved Benches, By Baker
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Carved Walnut Neoclassical Shell Carved Benches, By Baker A pair of graceful Carved Walnut Neoclassical Shell Benches made by Baker. These benches boast a substantial pres...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Seating

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Silk, Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of 19th Century Maple Side Chairs with Rush Seats
Located in Huntington, NY
A pair of 19th century maple side chairs with rush seats. Seats with remnants of paint. Frames tightened. Chairs touched up & polished.
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Early 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Rush, Maple

19th-C. Italian Neo-Classical Style Carved Walnut Arm Chair with Swan Form Arms
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an exceptional piece! It is a 19th century Italian neo-classical style carved walnut arm chair with swan form arms. The gilding is worn...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Linen, Walnut

1940s French Neo-Classical Style Carved Bergere Chair W/ Red Leather
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This handsome chair dates approximately to the 1940s. It has French styling but I believe it to be American. The ebonized details with the wonderfully patinated ochre backdrop just e...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Seating

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Wood

French Neoclassical Sofa Dormeuse Jacquard Champagne Handmade Portugal
Located in Lisboa, PT
Sofa Dormeuse, Neoclassical Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The sofa Dormeuse adds a sophisticated and refined touc...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Seating

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Gold Leaf

Set of seven Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs, early 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Set of six dining chairs and one armchair on high, elegant square tapered legs with thread inlays. The rear legs are slightly flared and, together with the rounded backrests, give th...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Cherry

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