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Neoclassical Seating

NEOCLASSICAL STYLE

Neoclassical design emerged in Europe in the 1750s, as the Age of Enlightenment reached full flower. Neoclassical furniture took its cues from the styles of ancient Rome and Athens: symmetrical, ordered, dignified forms with such details as tapered and fluted chair and table legs, backrest finials and scrolled arms.

Over a period of some 20 years, first in France and later in Britain, neoclassical design — also known as Louis XVI, or Louis Seize — would supersede the lithe and curvaceous Rococo or Louis XV style.

The first half of the 18th century had seen a rebirth of interest in classical antiquity. The "Grand Tour" of Europe, codified as a part of the proper education of a patrician gentleman, included an extended visit to Rome. Some ventured further, to sketch the ruins of ancient Greece. These drawings and others — particularly those derived from the surprising and rich archaeological discoveries in the 1730s and ’40s at the sites of the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum — caused great excitement among intellectuals and aesthetes alike.

Neoclassical furniture is meant to reflect both grace and power. The overall appearance of neoclassical chairs, tables and cabinetry is strong and rectilinear. These pieces are, in effect, classical architecture in miniature: chair and table legs are shaped like columns; cabinets are constructed with elements that mirror friezes and pediments.

Yet neoclassicism is enlivened by gilt and silver leaf, marquetry, and carved and applied ornamental motifs based on Greek and Roman sculpture: acanthus leaves, garlands, laurel wreaths, sheaves of arrow, medallions and chair splats are carved in the shapes of lyres and urns. Ormolu — or elaborate bronze gilding — was essential to French design in the 18th and 19th centuries as a cornerstone of the neoclassical and Empire styles.

As you can see from the furniture on these pages, there is a bit of whimsy in such stately pieces — a touch of lightness that will always keep neoclassicism fresh.

Find antique neoclassical furniture today on 1stDibs.

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Style: Neoclassical
Pair of French Custom Louis XVI Style Carved Bergere, Office or Armchairs
Located in Manhasset, NY
A fine pair of French custom Louis XVI style carved bergere or armchairs each in a nice fabric with carved lines and open side arms.
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of Eight Michael Taylor Margot Dining Chairs Distressed
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare set of eight Michael Taylor Margot labeled dining chairs featuring a weathered and distressed finish to mimic age. The set consists of six side chairs and two host armchairs mea...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Maison Jansen Curule Stool in Stitched Leather, Brass and Metal
Located in North Miami, FL
Such an elegant stool/ bench by Maison Jansen, features brass ringlet finials, hooved brass feet and a stitched leather seat - ALL in excellent vintage condition.
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Metal, Brass

Antique King and Queen Carved Wood Plaid Chairs, a Pair 1900s
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautiful pair of antique carved wood chairs with rolled arms and plaid upholstered seats. This set features carved wood bases with stylize...
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Classic Wingback Leather Chair Chateau Blue
Located in Westwood, NJ
With the Chateau Blue traditional top grain Vintage style leather, with high classic wingback backrest and boxed cushion seat raised on tapered legs. Dimensions: 28" W x 36" D x 40"...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Leather

Monumental 19th Century Northern Italian Hand Painted Bench
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful hand painted wood bench was made in Italy in the 19th century. Since Schumacher was founded in 1889, our family-owned company has been synonymous with style, taste,...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Wood, Paint

French Neoclassical Style Painted Louis XVI Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Dallas, TX
This listing features a set of 6 French Neoclassical style Louis XVI dining chairs with carved foliate crest, ornate painted frame with decorative embellishments, padded back and sea...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Ralph Lauren Antique Style Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
Ralph Lauren antique style lounge chair and ottoman. The frame of the chair and ottoman is giltwood. Chair and ottoman is newly upholstered. Meas...
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1980s Vintage Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Giltwood

Tufted Velvet Round Ottoman
Located in Westwood, NJ
Upholstered in sumptuous gold velvet fabric, this glamorous ottoman features exquisite button tufting and decorative trim around the base, adding a refined touch to any space. Bench-...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Classic Leather Chaise Lounge
Located in North Palm Beach, FL
A timeless leather chaise lounge, upholstered in rich, deep brown leather. Designed with comfort in mind, it features a plush, feather-stuffed back cushion for soft, supportive loung...
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Early 2000s American Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Leather

Barclay Butera for Baker Furniture Co. Leather & Suede Wingback Chairs, Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of leather and suede wingback chairs designed by Barclay Butera for Baker Furniture Company. They are in very good condition with lite wear. They are marked and date t...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Brass

Perfidia_01 Teak Wood, Bronze, Cognac Leather Lounge Chair by ANDEAN
Located in New York, NY
Perfidia_01 Lounge Chair Cognac by ALEJANDRO MOYANO Measures: L 33” W 22” H 37” Lounge chair made of steel rod structure and solid colorado wood with a natural oil finish, Ecuadori...
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2010s Neoclassical Seating

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Bronze

Set of Eight Dining Chairs in the Neoclassic Manner
Located in New York, NY
Set of Eight Dining Chairs in the neoclassic manner - chairs are hand-painted and gilded with fluted legs and shield-backs - very comfortable.
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Early 19th Century American Mahogany Chair Back Window Bench
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Neoclassic chair back window seat with upholstered box seat in Honduran mahogany. Note the defining carved back rail. American, New York, circa 1815.
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1810s American Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Connecticut Valley rush seat painted Hitchcock side chair, 1830
Located in Kenilworth, IL
American Hitchcock rush seat side chair with a tie-on seat cushion. The chair features the original gilt and bronze powder stencil decoration on the double cornucopia back splat as w...
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Early 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Paint

Pair of Italian Genoese Carved Parcel Gilt Side Chairs, circa 1820-30
Located in Spencertown, NY
The pair of side chairs come from the Palazzo Tursi, Genoa. Residence of King Vittorio Emanuele and Queen Maria Teresa. Probably designed by Carlo Randoni (1755-1831). They are uphol...
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1820s Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Wood

Brown Leather Accent Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Upholstered in rich Newark Brown 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 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

Woodard Chantilly Rose Wrought Iron Tete a Tete, Pair Arm Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
This is the classic vintage Woodard Chantilly Rose wrought iron Tete a Tete - a pair of attached arm chairs with a small round glas...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Wrought Iron

Large Ottoman Made From a 19th Century Architectural Stoneware Capitol
Located in Hudson, NY
A stunning and original ottoman. Made from a 19th century architectural stoneware capital. The top and a gray mohair buttoned and tufted. The top is easily removable should you wish ...
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19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Stoneware, Mohair

Set of Eight Neoclassical Style Dining Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of eight 1930's painted Neoclassical style dining chairs. The chairs stand on four straight legs that have a fluted ball at the to...
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1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Linen, Walnut

Set of Eight Neoclassical Style Dining Chairs
Set of Eight Neoclassical Style Dining Chairs
$6,375 Sale Price / set
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Neoclassical Style Silvered Steel Curule Stool with Swan Heads and Faux-Leather
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and decorative neoclassical style curulle stool is made of silvered steel with swan heads. Silver Plated missing on some areas. The seat is made of a black faux-leathe...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Seating

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Steel

19th Century Swedish Gustavian / Neoclassical Period Sofa Settee
Located in Charleston, SC
Elegant 19th century Swedish Gustavian /Neoclassical period sofa settee, beautifully carved wood frame and scraped to its most original worn patina - with some old paint remnants. Sw...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Fabric, Pine, Paint

Italian Neoclassical Style Settee with Carved Wood and Black Upholstery
Located in Plainview, NY
An elegant Italian Neoclassical style settee featuring intricate carving details. The top part of the backrest is decorated with a series of classical figures, a characteristic of ...
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20th Century Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Wood

American Neoclassic Upholstered Rosewood Pedestal Piano Stool, c. 1830
Located in Kenilworth, IL
American neoclassic upholstered seat piano stool. The seat rests on a fluted and truncated columnar pedestal with trefoil platform base on turned and suppressed bun feet. Rosewood an...
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Early 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Rosewood, Pine

20th C Wingback Love Seat in Blue and White Check Homespun Linen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fantastic wingback love seat is in amazing condition and great form. The repro. blue & cream homespun linen upholstered love seat is amazing...
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Pine

Single Neoclassical Side Chair
Located in New York, NY
A single Neoclassical side chair. Karelian Birch frame with curved legs and upholstered seat.
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19th Century Antique Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Birch

French Bergère Chair European Antique Chair Accent Armchair French Countryside
Located in Rochester, NY
A painted and upholstered French Bergère chair having flared arms circa 1930. Newly Reupholstered. Gorgeous navy patterned fabric and a gorgeous classic accent chair.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Vintage Regency Henredon Burnished Brass Dolphin Klismos Dining Chairs -Set of 6
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your dining experience with this exquisite set of six vintage Henredon dining chairs, where timeless Regency elegance meets the iconic Klismos form. Each chair is a testament...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Brass

Italian Neoclassical Carved Fruitwood Armchair with Leather Seat
Located in San Francisco, CA
the scrolled openwork back with craved green man mask flanked by lively floral and foliate scrollwork above a classical flaming urn flanked by serpent handles.
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Fruitwood

French Beautifully-Carved Wood Lyre-Back Splat Bench w/Rush Seat , 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassic carved-wood sofa bench with rushed seat from the 19th century. This antique bench from France has been beautifully carved with Neoclassical details, featuring a gracefully curved top rail which gives way to an open back with three widely-spaced back rests; all carved in a lyre motif. The top rail gently wraps to the sides, creating a tub-style effect. Hand-woven rushed seats give this piece a more casual comfort appeal. The wood skirt is a neat, straight line, and is raised upon four slender and curvy legs...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Wood

Six French Neoclassical Dining Chairs in Off-White Velvet by Maurice Hirsch
Located in Astoria, NY
Exquisite mid-20th-century set of six dining chairs by the esteemed French maker Maison Maurice Hirsch, celebrated for neoclassical designs inspired by the grandeur of the Louis XVI ...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Metal

19th Century Russian Empire Period Neoclassical Salon Suite
Located in Forney, TX
A rare and most impressive five-piece Russian neoclassical partial gilt carved wood upholstered salon suite. Born in the 19th century, during the ...
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19th Century Antique Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Silk, Mahogany, 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 ...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Giltwood

French Neoclassical Style Curule Stool, Gilded Wood and Upholstered Seat
Located in Atlanta, GA
With its sweeping curule base and refined ornamentation, this French Neoclassical-style stool echoes the grandeur of ancient Rome, reinterpreted through a midcentury lens. Designed w...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Fabric, Linen, Upholstery, Wood

Moviestar Sumptuous Tufted Velvet Gilded Neoclassical Style Chaise Longue
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Sublimely sexy small neoclassical chaise longue having marbleized and gilded frame with scroll arms 24.5 h and impressive paw feet. The uph...
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1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Tufted Club Chair in Blue Linen Fabric with Turned Wood Legs and Nailhead Trim
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Lewis club chair shown in blue linen fabric with tufted back and self covered buttons. All hair filled and stitched upholstery with hand carved dark m...
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2010s American Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Linen, Mahogany

A Pair of Hand-Painted Neoclassical Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Continental Neoclassical Style Side Chairs having custom blue silk cushion, painted and parcel giltwood body with carved acanthus leaf back support traveling up to octagonal ...
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1930s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Wood

Pair of Italian Neoclassical Walnut Fauteuils with Cane Backs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Italian Neoclassical Walnut Fauteuils with Cane Backs and Twisted Fluted Legs, ca. 1790
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1790s Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Walnut

Henredon Wingback Lounge Chairs Reupholstered In Dark Camel Alpaca Mohair, Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Henredon Wingback Tufted Back Lounge Chairs Newly Reupholstered in Dark Camel Alpaca Mohair - Pair This pair of vintage Henredon wingback l...
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20th Century Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Mohair

19th C. Italian Carved Throne Chair with Needlepoint Upholstery
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 47 1/4 in W: 27 in D: 32 in SH: 18 in This 19th C. Italian Carved Throne Chair with Needlepoint Upholstery is made of the highest...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Early Brass Charivari Chair, Italy 1930's
Located in New York, NY
A very early Charivari chair, it is made of cast hollow brass elements silver welded together unlike the later solid brass ones, more unusual is its pierced brass seat, most likely m...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Brass

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...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Set of three American upholstered seat mahogany side chairs, 1800-1810
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Set of three American mahogany upholstered seat side chairs on reeded sabre legs with flared feet. The London cabinetmakers book of this period describes a scroll back chair with a bell-shaped seat and sweeping Grecian front legs with a hollow below the cross banister. The description fits these chairs and identifies them as a popular model in New York, circa 1800-10. In these examples, the reeded upper rear leg posts frame a solid crest rail over a horizontal back rail & lower banister rail. The seat frames and corner blocks are tulip poplar with white pine medial brace and oak rear seat rail. Fragmented nailers were spliced with new poplar and mahogany surfaces were cleaned and finished in shellac. Seats have been reupholstered in a Scalamandre damask fabric...
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Early 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany, Oak

Set Mid-20th Century Italian Savonarola Wrought Iron Brass Chair Footstool Bench
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-20th Century Set of Faldistori, Savonarola Armchair and Footstool or Bench in forged and wrought iron, with original polished bronze knobs and medallions brass ornaments. The Acc...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Seating

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Brass, Bronze, Wrought Iron

Dark Brown High Back Leather Wing Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Upholstered in rich, full-grain Newark brown leather, this chair features a dramatic high-back design that creates an elegant silhouette. The winged sides and gently curved arms are ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

Brass Chiavari Chair and Stool, Seats Covered in Green Velvet. Italian Work.
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
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Brass

Armchair by ES and Stool Neoclassical 18th Century Sweden Gilded and Green
Located in New York, NY
An armchair made during the 18th century in Sweden. Attributed to the royal chair maker Ephraim Stahl. Gilt wood with green details. Upholstered in a Pierre Frey.  
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Giltwood

Pair of Wide Mahogany Armchairs by Baker with Jack Lenor Larsen Textile
Located in Dorchester, MA
From the Baker Furniture Company, this pair of capacious mid-century armchairs features wide curved frames of mahogany loosely inspired by the Far East. The seat and center backrest ...
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1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Brass

1980’s Neoclassic Large Scale Armchair with Distressed Finish by Bernhardt
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous vintage Neoclassic large-scale armchair with distressed finish & fixed seat & loose back cushions wearing taupe & beige fabric w/leaf details by Bernhardt from Vargas Fine F...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Seating

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Fabric, Wood, Paint

Stunning Neoclassical Style Tapestry Upholstered Bench
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Stylish Neoclassical bench having reeded cast brass tapered legs and fabulous tapestry upholstery with royal shield motif.
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1970s American Vintage Neoclassical Seating

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Brass

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Brocade, Wood

Antique Russian Upholstered Armchair, Circa 1890
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Neoclassical style Russian upholstered armchair with spring coil construction, tub back form, covered in textured fabric with double welt construction. The chair resting upon taperin...
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Late 19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Tufted and Buttoned Side Chair Shown in Tan Leather with Medium Oakwood Legs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Corbin side chair can be used as a dining chair, desk chair or an occasional chair, currently covered in tan leather with biscuit tufting on inside back with hand stitching in ea...
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2010s American Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Leather, Oak

Pair of French Napoleon Style Throne Armchairs, Carved and Ebonized
Located in Kingston, NY
Pair of Antique French Napoleon style armchairs featuring ornate carvings and an ebonized wood finish. The chairs are designed as thrones, showcasing elaborate winged lion figures at...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Seating

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Wood

Vintage French Cerused Oak Bench
Located in New York, NY
Vintage French Cerused Oak Bench in the NeoClassical manner. Two benches are available. Priced for one bench.
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Seating

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Oak

Gilt Brass Chiavari Chair Neoclassical Style
Located in Hanover, MA
Neoclassical style gilt brass Chiavari chair with original claret red velvet upholstery, circa 1955. The brass has a gilt wash or gold plating giving it an extra rich and refinied ap...
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1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Seating

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Brass

Classic Tufted Armchair
Located in Westwood, NJ
With a tufted and upholstered backrest and cushion, with brass nailhead trim details raised on traditional square tapered legs. Dimensions: 33" W x 34" D x 39" Seat - 18.5" H Arm - ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Maison Baccarat Crystal Room Restaurant Style Nickel Plated Dining Chair Set 10
Located in Miami, FL
Exceptional set of ten Italian nickel-plated over Brass Chiavari chairs. Consisting out of 6 Dining Chairs and 4 high back Side Chairs. New light violet silk upholstery. Similar c...
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1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Set of 4 Black Iron and Brass Swan & Lyre Motif Dining Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Set of 4 exquisite dining side chairs having black iron lyre backs and frames with amazing brass swan heads at the tops and paw feet at the bottom of the elegant thin legs. Seats ar...
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1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Brass, Iron

Incredible Pair of Compatible Lipstick Red Wing Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A Pair of very well made, solid feeling and comfortable wing chairs upholstered in a striking lipstick red leather. Both of the chairs have traditional flat-panel arms and tapered wo...
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Seating

Materials

Brass

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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