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.
Find antique neoclassical furniture today on 1stDibs.
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Style: Neoclassical
Pair of Italian Neoclassical Chairs
Located in Montreal, QC
Pair of Italian white painted and parcel-gilt neoclassical style armchairs upholstered in stamped damask style textured mauve velvet.
Category
Early 1900s Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
$6,800 / set
Armchair Swedish Black Neoclassical, 19th Century Sweden
Located in New York, NY
Armchair Swedish black neoclassical, 19th century, Sweden. An armchair made in Sweden during the 19th century in the neoclassical style. Black paint...
Category
Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Neoclassical Seating
$1,700 Sale Price
32% Off
Pair of Mahogany Dining Room Chairs, Paris, circa 1810
Located in Greding, DE
Pair of mahogany chairs circa 1810 on balustered front legs and slightly flared back legs. The backs each display a laurel wreath. Stamped Jaco...
Category
1810s French Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Mahogany
21st Century Carpanese Home Italia Armchair with Wooden Legs Neoclassic, 5910
Located in Sanguinetto, IT
Armchair characterized by a soft backrest perfectly shaped that enhances the comfort.
The wooden frame improves the classic look of the sofa and give a more elegant feeling.
On the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Swedish Side Chair, Bleached Cherry
Located in Westwood, NJ
Swedish side chair in our sun bleached cherry finish, with pristine forms and clean lines capable of dressing a dining space up or down with ease. With...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood
$1,579 / item
Vintage Italian Neoclassical Carved Settee Bench
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Italian Neoclassical Carved Settee Bench
Exquisite vintage Italian neoclassical painted settee. Stunning details include a carved musical motif of a lyre and trumpet on the front back and outside back, carved legs and finials. Large and deep enough to be a daybed for a smaller person.
Newly Custom Upholstered Down-filled Cushion in a Gorgeous Bow-tie Patterned Velvet Chenille with Matching Bolsters. Truly Beautiful & Unique Italian Antique Neoclassical...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Chenille, Velvet, Wood
Pair Neoclassical Style Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair neoclassical style side chairs. The chairs have black lacquered wood frames, a decorative gold pattern with a round bronze insert to ...
Category
1960s Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Bronze
$5,100 / set
Three Neoclassical Armchairs, Baltic States, Late 18th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Set of three neoclassical armchairs made of mahogany with brass decoration and diamond-shaped strutting in the backrest. The chairs stand on square tapered legs with H-shaped struts....
Category
Late 18th Century Baltic Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Fabric
21st Century Carpanese Home Italia Sofa with Wooden Legs Neoclassic, 6639
Located in Sanguinetto, IT
3 seater sofa.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Metal
Black Leather Armchair
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This beautiful armchair is made with a rounded wooden frame. The legs are in stepped black wood and the armchair is upholstered in high quality black leather...
Category
1990s Spanish Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood, Leather
$1,146 Sale Price
20% Off
Traditional Leather Swivel Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
A traditional leather swivel chair accented with nailhead trim accents. This classic chair is upholstered in our vintage cigar leather and crafte...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Leather
$3,948 / item
Pair of French Neoclassical Side Chairs in Walnut two-tone Wax Polished
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Late 19th century pair of French Neoclassical side chairs in walnut two-tone ( ebonizedthe front and dark walnut the back ) with seat i...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Silk, Walnut
Pair of Neoclassical Side Chairs, South German 1810-20
Located in Leimen, DE
Pair of Neoclassical Chairs, Germany 1810-20: Exquisite Design with Palmette Motif
Discover the elegance of the past with this stunning pair of Neoclassical chairs, hailing from Ger...
Category
1810s German Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Cherry
Pair of Early 19th Century Irish Elmwood Side Chairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Matched pair of late 18th/early 19th century Irish Hepplewhite elmwood side chairs with removable seats.
Category
19th Century Irish Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Walnut
Italian Gilt Metal Floral Bench
Located in New York, NY
Italian Gilt Metal Floral Bench. The frame is gilt metal, black painted with gold floral arrangements. Original seat fabric. Made in Italy. There is a...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Metal
Set of Eight Italian 19th Century Neoclassical Style Giltwood Dining Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A striking and complete set of eight Italian early 19th century Neo-Classical st. patinated and giltwood dining side chairs from Tuscany. Each chair is raised by patinated fluted leg...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood, Giltwood
6 Neoclassic Chairs in Blackened and Ceruse Oak, circa 1940-1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
6 neoclassic chairs in blackened and ceruse oak, circa 1940-1950.
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Early 19th Century armchairs
Located in SE
A pair of armchairs made in France about 1810. The armchairs have Egyptian heads carved on their armrest and at the foot end lion feets. There are four equal chairs, it is possible t...
Category
1810s French Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Mahogany
$7,046 / set
Swedish Painted Settee with Lyre Back
Located in Pembroke, MA
Nicely-carved, painted Swedish settee in the neoclassical style. The carved elements feature a lyre back terminated with eagles' heads, women's faces on the ...
Category
19th Century Swedish Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
Pair of Italian Neoclassical Walnut Armchairs
Located in Essex, MA
With slightly arched back with central portrait medallion over a pierced splat, upholstered seat , carved arms, seat rail with carved portrait medallion, raised on square tapered flu...
Category
Early 1800s Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Walnut
$2,850 / set
Pair Of Italian Neoclassical Maple Armchairs Attributed Pelagio Palagi
Located in Essex, MA
Each with tablet crestrail with inlaid anthemion , the arms with carved griffon supports all raised on carved cabriole legs with hoof feet. These chairs are diminutive. Newly covered...
Category
1840s Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Other
Carved patinated wood and silk stool. France, late 19th century.
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Carved patinated wood and silk stool. France, late 19th century.
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Silk, Wood
Original 2er Set Neobarock Stühle Antik Holz Schnitzerei floral
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten ein wunderschönes 2er Set antike Esszimmerstühle aus dem 19. Jahrhundert zum Verkauf an. Die Stühle stammen aus der Epoche des Neobarocks und bestechen durch ihre aufwendi...
Category
1850s German Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Leather, Modern Copa Armchair
Located in New York, NY
The Copa Armchair offers an exceptional combination of comfort and warm hospitality, making it the perfect seating choice for any environment. Renowned for its versatility and adapta...
Category
2010s Portuguese Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
$3,180 / item
Antique Pair of Neoclassic Style Armchairs, Italy
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian pair of Neoclassical style armchairs from the early 20th century. This antique pair of accent chairs from Italy are each carved with n...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
19th Century, Six Italian Neoclassical Lacquered Wood Benches
Located in IT
19th Century, six Italian neoclassical lacquered wood benches.
Measures: 4 stools: D 46.5 x W 46.5 x H 51 cm
2 benches: D 46.5 x W 82 x H 51 cm
...
Category
Early 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood
21st Century Carpanese Home Italia Sofa with Wooden Legs Neoclassic, 6239
Located in Sanguinetto, IT
3 seater sofa without friezes.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Custom Upholstered Channeled Ottoman on Maple Wood Base with Hand Stitching
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Astor ottoman is completely handcrafted with vertical channeling throughout the sides - interior upholstery is all handstitched with springs and synthetic hair - hand carved mapl...
Category
2010s American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Suede, Maple
1950s Americana Style Rocking Chair Art Deco Lounge Chair Black White Armchair
Located in London, GB
A strikingly attractive, very rare and extremely comfortable 1950s ‘Americana’ style large black & white rocking chair in lovely condition. Likely made in the late 1980s/early 1990s,...
Category
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Faux Leather
Pair of 18th Century Russian Neoclassical Period Mahogany Parcel-Gilt Armchairs
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A pair of Russian Neoclassical period mahogany parcel-gilt armchairs from the second half of the 18th century, with palmette motifs, black upholstered seats with nailhead trims and scrolled foliage. Each of this exquisite pair of Russian armchairs...
Category
18th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Mahogany, Wood
Pair of 19th Century French Giltwood Ottomans
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very finely carved giltwood ottomans. Have been newly upholstered in cheetah-leopard print. Great scale and size.
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Fabric, Giltwood
$11,500 / set
Neoclassical Plaza Ottoman Eucalyptus Leather Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Greenapple, GF Modern
Located in Lisboa, PT
Neoclassical Plaza Ottoman, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern.
A comfy ottoman with a luxurious touch. Upholstered in high standard Italian beige leat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Leather
Elegant Danish Early 20th Century Oak Wingback Armchair with Bouclé Upholstery
Located in Alton, GB
A superb example of refined Danish craftsmanship, this early 20th-century oak wingback armchair stands as an embodiment of both elegance and functionality. With its winged silhouette...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
21st Century Carpanese Home Italia Pouff with Wooden Base Neoclassic, 6091
Located in Sanguinetto, IT
Pouff with wooden base and upper part upholstered. The base and the pouff itself have a round shape.
The capitonnè upholstery complete the classic look.
Other finishings, fabrics a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
21st Century Carpanese Home Italia Armchair with Wooden Legs Neoclassic, 6244
Located in Sanguinetto, IT
Armchair without friezes.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Neoclassical Armchair, Germany 1820-30
Located in Leimen, DE
Beautifully designed Neoclassical Armchair dating back to around 1820-30. The chair comes from southwest Germany, The back has a very pretty open work design with a hand-carved leave design. The armchair comes refinished and has a new upholstery and is covered with a very pretty black woven Jacquard fabric by JAB Anstoetz.
Category
1820s German Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Elm
Pair of Patinated Wood and Gold Leaf Armchairs by Maison Forest, France
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of patinated wood and gold leaf armchairs by Maison Forest, France, late 19th century.
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Gold Leaf
21st Century Carpanese Home Italia Chair with Wooden Base Neoclassic, 6609
Located in Sanguinetto, IT
Chair with wooden base and upper part upholstered. Characterized by a soft backrest that hugs you and enhances the comfort.
On the back there is a stylish leather brown handle with ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood, Fabric
21st Century Carpanese Home Italia Sofa with Wooden Legs Neoclassic, 5639
Located in Sanguinetto, IT
Three seater sofa characterized by a soft backrest perfectly shaped that enhances the comfort.
The wooden frame improves the classic look of the sofa and give a more elegant feeling.
On the backrest and on the sitting pillows...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
21st Century Carpanese Home Italia Sofa with Metal Base Neoclassic, 6739
Located in Sanguinetto, IT
3 seater sofa.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Metal
21st Century Carpanese Home Italia Sofa with Wooden Legs Neoclassic, 6443
Located in Sanguinetto, IT
Modular sofa characterized by a soft backrest that enhances the comfort.
The wooden carved legs improves the classic look of the sofa and give a mo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
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
Pair of Antique Italian Neoclassical Style Armchairs
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Pair of antique 17th century neoclassical style armchairs with original walnut finish (restored condition). Inside back, seat and arms uphol...
Category
Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
$12,000 / set
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
2 Cherry Neoclassic French Country Armchairs
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
2 cherry neoclassic French Country armchairs
In good condition.
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Straw, Cherry
$1,910 / item
Pair of Danish 18th Century Neoclassical White Painted Armchairs
Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE
Each with an oval padded back above a large oval drop-in seat, both covered in striped woven silk and flanked by carved scrolled and padded arms, the apron carved with a Vitruvian sc...
Category
Late 18th Century Danish Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood
21st Century Carpanese Home Italia Sofa with Wooden Legs Neoclassic, 6439
Located in Sanguinetto, IT
3 seater sofa characterized by a soft backrest that enhances the comfort.
The wooden carved legs improves the classic look of the sofa and give a m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Set of 4 Klismos-Style Chairs
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Two chairs and two armchairs. Original cognac-coloured leather seats with fine gold embossed frieze.
Dimensions provided below are for the armchairs. The chairs measure (in centim...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Giltwood and Painted Benches
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Finely carved giltwood and painted Italian style reproductions. Newly upholstered. Strong and sturdy. Priced per bench.
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Fabric, Giltwood, Paint
Classic Blue Leather Swivel Armchair
Located in Westwood, NJ
A classic style Chateau Blue leather upholstered armchair, upholstered with pure aniline top grade leather, with large nailhead details on a swivel base.
Dimensions: 32" W x 30" D x...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Leather
$3,095 / item
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
Pair of Italian Neoclassical Stools
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of Italian, three-legged, neoclassical stools.
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Mahogany
$4,500 / set
Neoclassical Giltwood and Velvet Armchair, circa 1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Neoclassical giltwood and velvet armchair, circa 1950.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood
2 Neo Classic Oak Armchairs circa 1950 to Fully Restore
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
2 neo classic oak armchairs circa 1950
to fully restore.
Category
1950s European Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Oak
Armchair in Oak and Straw
By G. None
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
An oak and straw armchair.
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Straw, Oak
Pair of Modern Solid Patinated Bronze Smoky Glass-Top Low Tables/Benches
Located in Buchanan, MI
A pair of modern patinated bronze smoky glass-top low tables/benches
These are currently low tables but could easily have a cusion made making them a pair of benches...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Bronze
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...
Category
18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
two Neoclassical armchairs circa 1970
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Two Neoclassical armchairs circa 1970
price is for one
two are available
6 chairs same model also available.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood
$1,552 / item
Pair of Gold Trimmed Neoclassical Opera Chairs
Located in Asheville, NC
Classical in form, with gorgeous detail, these upholstered seats are well-made and in great condition!!
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Fruitwood
$3,200 / set
1900s Italian Giltwood Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of finely carved 1900s. Possibly late 19th Century. Giltwood armchairs. Possibly English, but most likely Italian. Upholstery is new. Fabric is high end designer in an Asian mot...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood, Giltwood
$8,500 / set
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.
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