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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Art Deco Armchair .
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Deco armchair from 1950
Every piece of furniture that leaves our workshop from the beginning to the end is subjected to manual renovation, so ...
Category
1940s Czech Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Walnut
$1,540
Art Deco Armchair .
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Deco armchair from 1950
Every piece of furniture that leaves our workshop from the beginning to the end is subjected to manual renovation, so a...
Category
1940s Czech Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Walnut
$1,540
Louis XIX Chair
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Louis xix chair
Every piece of furniture that leaves our workshop from the beginning to the end is subjected to manual renovation, so as to restore its ori...
Category
1870s German Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Walnut
$829
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
Vintage Neoclassical Klismos Dining Chairs After Kipp Stuart - Set of 4
By Kipp Stewart
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An extraordinary set of four vintage Boho dining chairs. The classic Klismos shape done in the manner of Kipp Stuart. Brilliant wood grain detail and a beautiful patina from time to ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Leather, 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
Pair of Steel and Gilt Metal Hall Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
An attractive pair of steel and gilt metal side chairs with black leather seats. Sold in pairs. Four available.
Category
1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Steel
$2,500 / 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 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
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
Pair of Italian Early 19th Century Neoclassical Style Patinated and Gilt Benches
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A charming and most unique pair of Italian early 19th century Neo-Classical st. patinated and gilt benches. Each bench is raised by finely carved giltwood hoof feet below the elegant...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood, Giltwood
Round Pouf on Steel Metal Base with Faux Animal Skin and Self Welt at the Seat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Lido Pouf is the fun younger sister to the Colle pouf shown in faux animal skin with a steel metal base - it can be used as an ottoman or pull up table...
Category
2010s American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Steel
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
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
Swedish Neoclassical Style Carved Gilt-Wood & Upholstered Sofa Bench, 19th C.
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Neoclassic style gilt-wood and upholstered sofa bench from the 19th century. This antique sofa from Sweden, approximately 5.75 feet in...
Category
19th Century Swedish Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
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
$1,896 / item
Pair of Twisted and Knotted Form Armchairs
Located in Manhasset, NY
A gorgeous pair of twisted armchairs, with cane backs. With plaid patterned upholstery.
Category
1960s Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood
$1,296 Sale Price / set
28% Off
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
American Tiger Maple Bench, Great for Hall Way Bench or Bench at Foot of Bed
Located in Buchanan, MI
American tiger maple bench, great for hall way bench or bench at foot of bed. Seat height could be adjusted depending on the height of the cushion on...
Category
19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Birdseye Maple
Neoclassical Plaza Ottoman Eucalyptus Leather Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By GF Modern, Greenapple
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
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
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
French Modern Neoclassical Mahogany and Suede Tri-Corner Stools, Andre Arbus
Located in New York, NY
Elegant pair of french Directoire period stools / benches with stunning tapered legs that are partially cantilevered over the frame and a rare three leg and three corner structure.
...
Category
Late 18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Mahogany
$9,470 Sale Price / set
20% Off
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
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
Dark Walnut Dining Chair with Armrests by Modenese Gastone Interiors
Located in PADOVA, Italy
High-end palaces need high-end furniture, and the mission of Modenese Gastone Interiors is to serve this purpose. This majestic shiny dining ...
Category
2010s Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Gold Leaf
Transitional Andrew Gower for Jasper Group Portrait Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Fabulous transitional style set of four Portrait dining or guest chairs by Jasper Group.
Elegant lines define the portrait's timeless classic design, the serpentine front balances w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Maple
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 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
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
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 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
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
21st Century Carpanese Home Italia Chair with Wooden Legs Neoclassic, 6010
Located in Sanguinetto, IT
Chair.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Fabric, Leather, Wood
21st Century Carpanese Home Italia Armchair with Wooden Legs Neoclassic, 6637
Located in Sanguinetto, IT
Armchair.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood, Leather, 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
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
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...
Category
19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Mahogany, Giltwood
Delicate Loveseat in White Tones and Grey Upholstery by Modenese
Located in PADOVA, Italy
Wrap up your classy villa living areas with this slim and delicate two-seater loveseat by Modenese Luxury Interiors, showing up in one of our most sold catalogues. It features an ivo...
Category
2010s Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Gold Leaf
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
21st Century Carpanese Home Italia Sofa with Wooden Legs Neoclassic, 6236
Located in Sanguinetto, IT
2 seater sofa without friezes.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood, Leather, Fabric
21st Century Carpanese Home Italia Sofa with Metal Base Neoclassic, 6736
Located in Sanguinetto, IT
2 seater sofa.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Metal
Set of 4 Italian Neoclassic Silk Upholstery Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 4 Italian Neoclassic style parcel gilt & cream painted side chairs with green damask silk upholstery above spiral fluted turned legs (19th Cent)
Antique condition, upholstery...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Damask, Giltwood
Rustic Black Forest (19th Cent) walnut 3 step library ladder with carved branch
Located in Queens, NY
Continental Neoclassic (Possibly Russian, mid 19th Century) karelian birch and fruitwood bench with flaired arms and tapered legs.
Category
19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Birch, Fruitwood
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
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
Soft Classic Italian Capitone Armchair in Ivory and Gold Leaf Lacquer Finish
Located in PADOVA, Italy
Marvelous grey satin armchair with capitone buttons. This seating features a wooden structure decorated in ivory and gold leaf lacquer finish. Modenese Gastone represents the appropr...
Category
2010s Italian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Gold Leaf, Silver, Silver Leaf
Classic Medium Brown Leather Swivel Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
A masterpiece that encapsulates timeless charm and contemporary comfort. Crafted with high-quality Cuba Brown leather, it boasts iconic diamond quilting and channels that bring an ai...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Leather
$3,525 / item
Italian Neoclassical Window Bench
Located in Buchanan, MI
An Italian neoclassical window bench with deep set, buttoned turquoise uph top, mirrored mounted parcel gilt frame.
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Mirror, 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
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
Elegant Chair in Stained Beech and Brass, France or Italy, circa 1940
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Elegant chair in stained beech and brass, France or Italy, circa 1940.
Category
1940s European Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Brass
Maison Romeo, Large Neoclassical Bergère Chair, circa 1980
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Maison Romeo, large neoclassical bergère chair, circa 1980.
Category
1980s French Vintage Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Wood
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...
Category
Mid-19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Seating
Materials
Mahogany
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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