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
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.
Category
Early 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Rush, Maple
$1,160 Sale Price
20% Off
pair of Italian 19th century patinated wood and Giltwood armchairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An elegant and most charming pair of Italian early 19th century Neo-Classical st. patinated and Giltwood armchairs. Each lovely chair is raised on curved and tapered square legs acce...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Fabric, Giltwood, Paint
Rare pair of antique painted and lacquered wooden chairs.
Located in Milano, IT
COD-2905
Rare pair of painted and lacquered wooden chairs.
Italian manufacture, Genoa, ca. 1790.
Category
Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood
18th Century Dutch Inlaid Walnut Side Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18th Century Dutch inlaid side chairs. Strong and sturdy, but delicate with different exotic inlaid woods. Ball and claw foot motif. Back...
Category
18th Century Danish Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood
$4,950 / set
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 ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Metal
Outdoor Cast Aluminum State Seal Of Texas Bench
Located in Pasadena, TX
This bench is cast in aluminum.
It bears the state seal of Texas on the back.
The seat is made of aluminum slats.
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Forest Green Charles Dudouyt Captain Chair, France 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Solid oak armchair with stacking detail in original patina and upholstery.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Oak
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...
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Cherry
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...
Category
Early 2000s American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
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...
Category
Late 19th Century Scottish Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany, Giltwood
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Aluminum
$1,200 / set
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...
Category
Early 1800s Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$9,000 / set
French 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Living Room Set Likely By François Linke
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and extremely high quality French 19th century Neo-Classical st. solid Rosewood and ormolu armchairs and matching settee likely by François Linke. The pair of armchairs an...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Ormolu
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 Seating
Materials
Wood
18th century, Four Italian Lacquered Wood Stools
Located in IT
18th century, Four Italian Lacquered Wood Stools
Measurements: W 45 x D 45 x H sitting 50. H underlay band 35 cm
These elegant stools were made in Piedmont, Italy, in the Neoclassic...
Category
Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood
Vintage Regency Concrete Coated Resin Garden Benches - Set of 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Transform your outdoor oasis or grand interior with this magnificent set of two Vintage Regency-style Garden Benches. Crafted from durable concrete-coated resin, these architectural ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Concrete
Pair of 18th Century Italian Walnut Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of 18th century Italian walnut chairs.
Outstanding large pair of antique Italian Louis XVI walnut chairs, armchairs or fauteuils ...
Category
18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood, Velvet
$12,850 / set
American Classical Mahogany Acanthus Foliage Harp Stool w/ Lions Paw Feet, 1815
Located in Charleston, SC
American Classical mahogany acanthus foliage swivel Harp / Piano stool with a scrolled cornucopia splay back, central turned bulbous ringed support c...
Category
1810s American Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Brass
Jansen Paris Giltwood Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1930s to 1940s Giltwood bench. Strong and sturdy. Signed into the wood "Jansen" with numerals. Covered in an embroidered fabric.
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood, Giltwood
Six New England Hitchcock Chairs Rosewood Painted & Stenciled Flowering Plants
Located in Downingtown, PA
New England Hitchcock chairs,
Set of Six,
Most likely Connecticut,
Circa 1840
The set of six side chairs have stenciled gilt decorations of flow...
Category
1840s American Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood
Black Lacquer Faux Bamboo Windsor Armchair
Located in Pasadena, TX
This armchair is lacquered in black with gold accents.
The legs are made to have the look of bamboo.
The arms are in a natural walnut and the back has 6 spindles.
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Lacquer
Set of 6 Late 19th Century "Owl Eyes" Ice Cream Parlor Chairs
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Great set of 6 ice cream parlor chairs from the late 19th century. Brand New hardwood plywood seats. Disregard seat pics with multiple color fa...
Category
1890s American Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Iron
1990s Henderson Stripes Down Neoclassical Style Club Chairs, Set of 2
By Henredon
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1990s with the exquisite chairs. The ultra rare chairs exudes an air of luxury and refinement. Outstanding design is exhibited ...
Category
1990s American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Down
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...
Category
Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Linen, Walnut
$2,921 Sale Price
25% Off
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, ...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Brass
$10,138 / set
Vintage Solid Maple Directors Chairs with Brown Canvas Upholstery, a Pair
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of vintage solid maple directors chairs. Brown canvas upholstery. Excellent condition.
Measurements are 23"W x 18"D x 33"H. Seat height is 1...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Canvas, Maple
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...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Pine
Pair Italian, Lucca, Neoclassic Walnut & Upholstered Bergeres, ca. 1830
Located in Atlanta, GA
these bergeres, also known as barrel chairs, have tight seats and shaped walnut frames, the rear of the chairs with vertical framework, the chairs raised on tapering cabriole legs
Category
1830s Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Walnut
Italian, Tuscany, Late Neoclassical Walnut & Upholstered Bench, ca. 1830
Located in Atlanta, GA
the rectangular frame with an upholstered drop-in seat raised on turned legs, the frame with shaped and turned "wings", all wood in light walnut
Category
1830s Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Walnut
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.
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood, Giltwood
$7,850 / set
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...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood, Giltwood
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...
Category
1790s Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wool, Wood
19th Century Italy Cockpit Chair in Turned Walnut, Restore and Finish Shellac
Located in Vigonza, Padua
19th century, Italy cockpit chair in turned walnut, restore and finish shellac
new upholstery
Measures cm: H 70\45 W 67 D 67.
Category
1880s Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of Oak Windsor Style Swivel Barstools
Located in Pasadena, TX
This pair of barstools are made of oak.
They're designed in the Windsor back fashion.
They swivel and have dual leveled foot rest.
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Oak
$1,800 / set
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 Seating
Materials
Wood, Leather
Two 85" Bernhardt Interiors Even Arm Sofa
Located in Pasadena, TX
Bernhardt Interiors Design Sofa
Two 85" Bernhardt Interiors Even Arm Sofa
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Fabric
$4,900 / item
George II Library Wing Chair
Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset
A fine and well-drawn George II design country house library/drawing room wing chair. This chair is unusual in that it has extremely generous proporti...
Category
18th Century British Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Feathers
$9,408 / item
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood
Italian Neoclassical Style High Back Brass Inlay Dining Side Chairs - Set of 8
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian Neoclassical Style High Back Brass Inlay Dining Side Chairs - Set of 8. Listing includes 8 side chairs with brass inlay, lattice cutouts, tall curved backs, solid woo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood
Bisquit Tufted Square Arm Club Chair with Wood Frame and Button Detailing
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Milton club chair by LF Upholstery is a sleek modern take on the everyday square armchair, loose back and seat cushions with soft foam, feather and...
Category
2010s American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Linen, Mahogany
$4,400 Sale Price / item
20% Off
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...
Category
1890s Danish Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
1980s Rattan and Rush Chair, Table, and Lamp Set, 3 Piece Set
Located in Germantown, MD
Vintage custom rattan and rush chair, Rattan side table and rush lamp. Lamp does not come with shade. Chair is ready for your choice of Seat cushion to match...
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wicker, Rattan, Rush
Gilt Iron Neo Classical Bench
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Single gilt iron neoclassical style bench with scrolled arms and faux alligator leather upholstered seat.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Iron
Pair of Italian Neo-Classic Faux Leopard Benches
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Italian Neo-classic (19th Century) ebonized benches with gilt trim and "X" form design with fluted legs and side arms and faux leopard upholstered seat (PRICED AS Pair).
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Faux Fur
$32,500 / set
Neoclassical Solid Brass Italian Chiavari Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian brass chair in neoclassical style from the 1950 s. The chair seat is vine color . We have one more chair slightly different size.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Brass
$1,100 Sale Price
26% Off
Iron lyre back settee with brass swans heads and paw feet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A completely restored triple back settee … Fresh muslin fabric.. the settee folds away for storage… The Swan heads are brass as well as the paw feet.. seat is 44“ x 15“ deep.. 50.5...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wrought Iron
Henredon Upholstery Collection Cocoa Colored Loveseat
By Henredon
Located in Pasadena, TX
This loveseat comes from the Henredon Upholstery Collection.
Its made in a traditional American style.
It comes with 2 pillows.
A very comfortable loveseat.
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Fabric
Italian Neoclassical Style Carved Bergère Chair in Leopard Velvet
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a Italian neoclassical style carved bergère chair. The frame is painted ivory with turquoise contrasting color. The leopard velvet is recent.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Velvet, Wood
$971 Sale Price
39% Off
18th Century, Pair of Italian Neoclassical Stools
Located in IT
This pair of center stools was made in Naples towards the end of the 18th century, during the Neoclassical period.
The rectangular seats are upholstered in blue velvet fabric, which ...
Category
Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood
50s American Neoclassical Heavy Bronze Bouclé Seat Stool Claw Feet X Stretchers
Located in Miami, FL
Heavy Neoclassical Polished Bronze decorated Stool with claw feet and newly upholstered Bouclé Fabric.
Marked under the Seat, Art Works, Inc. New York.
Ready for use in a new Home.
M...
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Bronze
French Neoclassical Style 1920s Painted Stool with Carved Apron and Fluted Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassical style painted stool from circa 1920 with circular upholstered seat, guilloche carved apron and fluted legs. This French 1920s stool, with its circular upholstered seat, guilloche carved apron, and fluted legs, beautifully encapsulates the grace and refined aesthetics of the Neoclassical period.
The stool features a circular seat, upholstered for comfort, creating an inviting and elegant spot for seating. The guilloche carved apron below the seat is a testament to skilled craftsmanship, showcasing intricate patterns that evoke classical artistry. The fluted legs, a hallmark of Neoclassical design, add a sense of architectural elegance and stability to the stool. Carved rosettes on the knees of the legs provide a decorative flourish, enhancing the stool's overall visual appeal.
The painted finish exhibits a nicely weathered appearance, adding a layer of history and character. This distressed look not only contributes to the stool's charm but also highlights the textural details of the carving.
In a modern home, this French Neoclassical stool...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Neoclassical Side Chairs, Wrapped Metal, Rams Heads, European, Gustavian
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of Gustavian or Neoclassical side chairs can be used in any room. Each having fully metal wrapped frames with Finely carved rams heads on the back rests. The finely wrapped metal frames with rose, vine and leaf design tacked securely upon the frames. Enormous time and detail went into the construction of this fine pair of chairs...
Category
Late 19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Loveseat Lisboa Sofa Blue Velvet Gold Leaf Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Greenapple, GF Modern
Located in Lisboa, PT
Lisboa Sofa, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern.
The Lisboa loveseat adds a sophisticated and refined touch to any living area. The sofa is upholstered in dark blue velvet...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Gold Leaf
Kindel "Baltimore" Settee
Located in San Francisco, CA
Beautiful settee by Kindel Furniture
The "Baltimore" settee with painted lacquered finish and brass capped feet
Needs to be reupholstered
Category
1990s American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Brass
Italian Neoclassic Style Upholstered Stool
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Neoclassic style (circa 1925) parcel gilt & cream painted stool with close buttoned upholstered square seat on cabriole legs with acanthus brackets.
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Gold Leaf
Early 20th-C. Neo-Classical Style Carved Mahogany Bench with Eagles
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a fantastic bench! It is a neo-classical style carved Italian piece newly upholstered in a flax linen. The supports are wonderful hand carved eagles. It is in very good condi...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
$2,246 Sale Price
25% Off
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Walnut
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...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood
$1,196 Sale Price
63% Off
Pair of Italian Neoclassical Armchairs
Located in Houston, TX
19th century painted Italian armchairs in Neoclassical style having gilt detail, a rounded back, upholstered seat and curvaceous arms.
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Silk, Upholstery, Walnut
$2,360 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Neoclassical seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical seating 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 seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical seating made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original seating, popular names associated with this style include Carpanese Home Italia, Modenese Gastone, Greenapple, and GF Modern. 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 seating differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $300 and tops out at $225,000 while the average work can sell for $3,861.