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 Italian Mid 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Armchairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An exquisite pair of Italian mid 19th century Neo-Classical st. armchairs. The light green patinated frame is stunningly decorated with giltwood designs throughout and three matching...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Giltwood
Pair Of Baltic 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Walnut, Fruitwood And Brass Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An exceptional and extremely unique pair of Baltic 19th century Neo-Classical st. Walnut, ebonized Fruitwood, and brass chairs. Each chair is raised by unique and most decorative squ...
Category
19th Century Baltic Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Brass
Cream Leather Office Swivel Chair with Ivory Finishes by Modenese Gastone
Located in PADOVA, Italy
Real cream-coloured leather office swivel chair with armrest featuring ivory finishings, gold leaf details and carved decorations. Designed and produced with the best quality materia...
Category
2010s Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Gold Leaf
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
Embroidered Round Poof
Located in Westwood, NJ
Expertly benchmade and upholstered in the USA, this exquisite vanity-height ottoman features a plush high-density foam cushion, ensuring both comfort and support. The luxurious 100%...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
21st Century Red Satin and Dark Walnut Piano Stool by Modenese Gastone Interiors
Located in PADOVA, Italy
Use your freetime wisely and confortably: try to seat on soft, delicate upholstery featured in elegant poufs from Modenese Interiors, high-end furniture producer from Padova, Italy. ...
Category
2010s Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Gold Leaf
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
Mid-Century Neo-Classical Maison Jansen Style Steel Bench W/ Faux Marble Fabric
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a Maison Jansen inspired neoclassical style steel bench newly upholstered in a silver / bronze faux marbleized fabric. It is purported to be Italian. There is some age approp...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Steel
European Neoclassical 1830s Painted Daybed with Carved Rosettes and Fluted Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A European Neoclassical period painted wood daybed from the early 19th century, with out-scrolling back, carved rosettes and fluted legs. Created during the second quarter of the 19t...
Category
Early 19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
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
Pair of Italian 18th Century Neoclassical Painted and Parcel-Gilt Armchairs
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A pair of Italian neoclassical period painted and parcel-gilt armchairs from the late 18th century, with padded backs, out-curved arms, gilt medallions, fluted tapering legs and upho...
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18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
Brass Chiavari Chair and Stool, Seats Covered in Green Velvet. Italian Work.
By Chiavari
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This rare set of a brass Chiavari chair and its stool or ottoman with seats covered in red velvet. This is an Italian work. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Brass
Pair of Large Late 18th Century Italian Giltwood Settees
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Impressive large scale pair of late 18th Century Italian giltwood settees.
These settees are lovely examples of neoclassical Italian design. The head rail is serpentine in shape and ...
Category
Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Giltwood
Italian Neoclassical Giltwood & Zoomorphic Armchair W/ Scalamandre Velvet C 1820
Located in Atlanta, GA
Italian, possibly 18th century - but conservatively 1820 with later paint.
This Italian Neoclassical armchair, circa 1820, is a masterful example of the craftsmanship and artistic ...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Giltwood
Red and White Bar Stool by Modenese Luxury Interiors
Located in PADOVA, Italy
Elegant victorian bar stool in bright ivory finish and antiqued polishing with red satin upholstery and golden metal round frame. This seating elem...
Category
2010s Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Gold Leaf
Ivory and Grey Bar Stool by Modenese Luxury Interiors
Located in PADOVA, Italy
Lavish neoclassical bar stool in bright ivory finish and antiqued polishing with grey fabric upholstery both in the seating and in the backrest, featuring a golden metal round frame. This seating element, which goes best with the Modenese Home Bar set...
Category
2010s Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Gold Leaf
Mid-19th Century Pair French Provincial Wooden Chairs Yellow Linen
Located in Brescia, IT
These fine French Mid-19th Century wooden chairs have an eclectic style and with theirs yellow linen upholstery they can give a touch of brig...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Antique Style Shield Back Dining Side Chairs (Set of 2)
Located in Westwood, NJ
Featuring a gracefully painted shield back in a sophisticated Buckingham grey finish, accented with gilded details, this chair brings a touch of historic charm into any dining space....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood
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 ...
Category
19th Century Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Rush, Wood, Paint
Tufted Round Ottoman
Located in Westwood, NJ
Bench-made in the USA, it features deep hand-tufting and fabric-covered buttons, evoking the refined seating of 19th-century England. The rich brocade-inspired fabric and intricate d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Brocade, Wood
Elegant Neoclassical Dining Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant set of four neoclassical dining chairs, American, circa 1950s. They retain their original vibrant yellow ostrich print vinyl upholstery.
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
18th Century French Malade Armchair
Located in Antwerpen, BE
18th Century (1765) French Malade Armchair in walnut with linen fabric, post revolution.
Category
18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Brass
19th Century Scandinavian Oak Side Chair with Leather Seat
Located in London, GB
Scandinavian Oak Side Chair with Leather Seat, c. 19th Century
A 19th-century Scandinavian side chair with a solid oak frame and a leather seat. The chair features a simple, functio...
Category
19th Century Scandinavian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
1970s Italian Neo-Classical Style Silver Leaf Bergere Chairs, a Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a chic pair of Italian neo-classical style silver leaf arm chairs. The cushions are in a neutral flax colored linen and are in very good condition, There are two pairs availa...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Linen, Poplar
Pair Generous Italian Neoclassical Style Bleached Fruitwood Bergere /Armchairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair Generous Italian Neoclassical Style Bleached Fruitwood Bergere/Armchairs
Italy, 20th century
A pair of beautiful Italian Neoclassical-style Bergere Armchairs, crafted in the ...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Fruitwood
1970's Neoclassical style Occasional/ Accent/ Side Chair By John Widdicomb
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Very High Quality Arm Chair by John Widdicomb. Front legs have brass wheels. Undulating Textile. Light peach striped fabric. Beautiful quality Chair.
Category
1970s North American Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood
Silver Leaf Stool in Dark Blue Fabric by Modenese Luxury Interiors
Located in PADOVA, Italy
This elegant stool features a solid carved wood frame, premium fabric dark blue upholstered seats, cabriole legs in silver wood finish and a wooden round...
Category
2010s Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Gold Leaf
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.
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Neoclassical Style Partial Gilt, Mahogany & Brass Nail Trim Tufted Leather Bench
Located in Germantown, MD
A Neoclassical Style Partial Gilt, Mahogany and Brass Nail Trims Tufted Leather Bench.
Measures 54" in width, 17" in depth and stands 31" in height. Seat height is 18" and width is 31".
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Brass
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
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...
Category
1920s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Metal, Iron
Pair of Vintage Italian Scroll Back Armchairs
Located in Forney, TX
A stunning one-of-a-kind pair of hand carved and painted antique Italian Neoclassical rollback scrolled arm chairs completely restored in contemporary 21st century styling with a modern Anglo-Indian taste. Each chair featuring an overflowing scroll back and arm, distressed antique cream painted...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Metal
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...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Linen, Velvet, Wood
Pair of Russian Mahogany Scroll Armchairs
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Russian (19th Cent) mahogany open scroll design Armchairs with gilt carved trim on back and arms and an upholstered seat
Condition consistent with age of piece.
Category
19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Gold Leaf
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Ebonized and Partial Gilt Decorated Side Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
A Neoclassical Ebonized and Partial Gilt Decorated Side Chair. A great piece of artwork. Firm springed seat with vinyl cover in great condition.
Measures 19" in width, 21" in width...
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Plastic, Hardwood, Paint
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood
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...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Settee in Mahogany
Located in Atlanta, GA
19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Settee in Mahogany with Lyre Shaped Backsplats & Paw Feet
Category
19th Century Swedish Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Large Neoclassical Style Armchairs with Carved Swan Head Arms
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Stately pair of armchairs covered in navy suede with carved swan head arms.
The front legs have a ball and claw carved foot.
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Suede, Mahogany
Neoclassical Solid Brass Italian Chiavari chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian brass chair in Neoclassical style from the 1950 s . Pink velvet upholstery .
we have one more chair like this slightly different size .
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Brass
Italian Neoclassical Ram's Head Settee
Located in New York, NY
Italian neoclassical ram's head settee. A neoclassical parcel-gilt and parcel ebonized carved wood three-seat settee with ram's head arm-rest terminal...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Cherry, Giltwood
Set of Four North Italian Neoclassic Cream Painted and Parcel Gilt Armchairs
Located in Sheffield, MA
A Set of Four North Italian Neoclassic
Cream Painted & Parcel Gilt Armchairs
Late 18th Century
Upholstered in cream leather
Height 39 in. Width 24 in. Depth 19 in.
Provenanc...
Category
Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Early 20th Century Maison Jansen Style Swan Head Side Chair
Located in Augusta, GA
Maison Jansen style iron and brass side chair
Made in 1926 in New York
Swan heads on arms
Original condition
Fabulous style!
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Brass, Iron
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...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Bronze
Italian Neoclassical Parcel Gilt Cream Louis XVI Directoire Arm Chairs - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Italian Neoclassical Parcel Gilt Cream Louis XVI Directoire Arm Chairs - a Pair. Item featured has a cream and gold gilt finish, solid wood f...
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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
Vintage French Empire Neoclassical Style Marble Fabric High Wingback Arm Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
High Back French Empire Neoclassical Style Marble Fabric Wing Back Arm Chair. Item features a tall solid carved wood frame, unique upholstered wings, shapely legs, cream distressed f...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Gilt Armchair after Thomas Chippendale - Two Available
Located in Richmond, London
An exceptional George III style giltwood armchair, after one of Thomas Chippendale's most beautiful models. Two armchairs available - select quantity 2 to purchase both armchairs.
E...
Category
Early 20th Century British Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Giltwood, Upholstery
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 ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Metal
Neoclassical Revival Dining Chairs- Set of Six
Located in Trenton, NJ
This set of six mid-century dining chairs captures the best of the Neoclassical Revival movement, combining centuries-old elegance with the practicality and clean lines of the 20th c...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Baker Furniture Regency Mahogany and Giltwood Greek Key Upholstered Dining Chair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous Regency or Neoclassical style dining chair
By Baker Furniture
USA, Late 20th Century
Solid carved mahogany frames, with giltwood Greek key...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Fine single Neoclassical Stool
Located in New York, NY
A fine pair of neoclassical stools.
Beautiful veneer with fine carved details.
Category
1810s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Splendid Solid Bubinga Wood Chairs, a Pair
Located in Germantown, MD
Vintage pair of splendid Bubinga Wood in excellent condition. These chairs are all solid Bubinga throughout. Bubinga is also called African Rosewood. Admire the beauty of plain Bubin...
Category
1970s American Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Bubinga
Blue Leather Accent Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Upholstered in rich Chateau Blue leather, this chair is designed to make a statement. Its contrasting oak wood frame adds a touch of classic charm, while the nailhead trim along the ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Classic Tufted Love Seat
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classic tufted two-seat sofa with a bicast bonded chocolate-colored vintage style leather upholstery, with a tufted cushion backrest, and sides with t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Vintage Classical Concrete Cement Double Baluster Pedestal Outdoor Garden Bench
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Classical Style White Concrete Cement Double Baluster Pedestal Outdoor Garden Bench.
Item features a cast concrete design, 3 part constru...
Category
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Concrete
Set of Eight Continental Dining Chairs in the Neoclassic Manner
Located in New York, NY
Set of Eight Continental Mahogany Dining Chairs Hand-crafted in the Neoclassic Manner featuring Lattice Backs and Tapered Legs with original upholstery - very comfortable.
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Mahogany, Fabric
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 Seating
Materials
Walnut
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.