Neoclassical Cabinets
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
19th Century Neo-Classical St. Cherrywood, Fruitwood and Giltwood Cabinet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome and most decorative Continental 19th century Neo-Classical st. Cherrywood, ebonized Fruitwood, and giltwood cabinet. The two door one drawer cabinet is raised by elegant s...
Category
19th Century Unknown Antique Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Cherry, Fruitwood, Giltwood
Neoclassical Inlaid Corner Cabinet of the Neo-Classical Revival Period
By Maple & Co.
Located in London, GB
A fine corner cabinet in the neoclassical revival taste firmly attributed to Maples & Co
Constructed using the very finest timbers and workmanship, the lustrous satinwood counterpointed by inlays in specimen woods including sycamore and harewood; rising from turned and knopped legs, the single lockable blind door quarter veneered about a central roundel depicting with great depth and clarity a meeting between Cupid and Euterpe, the goddess of music...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Satinwood, Sycamore, Harewood
Pair of 19th Century Sevres Porcelain Mounted Side Cabinets
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A fine quality pair of late 19th century amboyna 'Sevres' style porcelain mounted plaques, each having wonderful gilded ormolu swag decoration to the doors, column supports to the si...
Category
19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Ormolu
French Countryside Sideboard, 2 Doors and 3 Drawers, Blond Wild Cherry Stained
Located in Landivy, FR
This high buffet's design is in a French Countryside style, also called "Campagne chic". This blond wild cherry Sideboard features 3 drawers, all with dove mounted fronts, one large in the middle and two small on the sides.
The 2 wild...
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2010s French Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Cherry, Oak, Wood
Pair of Large Italian Neoclassical Walnut Architectural Cabinets
Located in Milford, NH
An impressive pair of large Neoclassical walnut architectural cabinets, each with a shaped top with molded edge accented with dentil molding surmounting a conforming case with two do...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Brass, Iron
Antique Satinwood Inlaid French Adams Sheet Music Cabinet Display Curio
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Satinwood Inlaid French Adams Sheet Music Cabinet Display Curio. Item features beautiful inlaid details, single glass door, dovetailed fall front music sheet door, rolling ca...
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Wood
19th Century, Pair of Italian Walnut Wood Pedestal Cabinets
Located in IT
19th Century, Pair of Italian Walnut Wood Pedestal Cabinets
This elegant pair of pedestal cabinets was crafted in Piedmont, in Italy, in the 19th century. Made from solid walnut wood...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Marble
Pair of Carved Giltwood Antique Collector Display Cabinets by M. Grieve Co.
Located in Shippensburg, PA
PAIR OF CARVED GILTWOOD COLLECTOR DISPLAY CABINETS
M. Grieve Co. of New York & London both marked verso circa 1910
ref. 411LJT20P
71 7/...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Giltwood
Pair of Italian Satinwood Paint Decorated Demilune Cabinets on Tapered Legs 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of Italian satinwood hinged demilune cabinets with paint decorated bird, foliage, and basket motif, two interior shelves, original locks with ke...
Category
1820s Italian Antique Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Contemporary North End Wall Cabinet in Walnut, Curly Oak with Barred Glass Door
Located in Durham, NC
The North end wall cabinet is clean, contemporary piece with traditional elements including a molding pattern unique to Meredith Hart furniture over the glass door. Deep enough to ho...
Category
2010s American Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Antique Italian Neoclassical Olivewood Pyramidal Cabinet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique Italian neoclassical olivewood pyramidal cabinet, in two parts, the tapering upper case with shelved interior, and brass mesh doors, with key. ...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Brass
20th-C. Neo-Classical Satinwood Cabinet / Bookcase by Baker Furniture
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a good looking cabinet! This is a neo-classical style cabinet by Baker Furniture Company. The top portion is lit, and it is two pieces. The cabinet is marked and in very good...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Satinwood
Early 20th Century Mahogany Wood Demilune Shape Historical Charleston Cabinet
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Add a touch of historical charm to your space with this North American Early 20th Century Mahogany Wood Demilune Shape China Cabinet, a remarkable piece of furniture that reflects the craftsmanship and design of the era. The charleston inlaid...
Category
Early 20th Century North American Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Vintage Antique Cabinet Made by Lineage a Subdivision of Drexel Heritage
By Lineage
Located in Birmingham, AL
This vintage / antique cabinet made by lineage a subdivision of Drexel heritage in USA. .two pieces It is a beautiful piece of furniture, perfect for adding a touch of elegance to a...
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Vintage Lexington Display Cabinet two parts
Located in Birmingham, AL
Lexington traditional style china cabinet in a light finish. There are three glass shelves with mirror back , which reflected the surrounding in the photo with two drawers below th...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Splendid antique napolitan two-door cabinet in veneered wood
Located in Milano, IT
Splendid two-door cabinet in veneered wood and inlaid with geometric motifs. In the center a classic oval encloses the star of the winds, a distinctive element of Neapolitan cabinetm...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Neoclassical Mahogany Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
Neoclassical mahogany cabinet, with Verde antico marble top and brass grill,
North German, circa 1770.
Category
18th Century and Earlier German Antique Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Brass
French Louis XV Style Gilt Bronze-Mounted Escritoire Desk
Located in Brea, CA
This Louis XV style vanity gilt bronze-mounted desk has one wide drawer in front and there are 6 drawers on two lines for even more storage. Fine writing desk with curved sides and g...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Hardwood
Vintage Neo-classical Iron, Brass, Metal 2-door Cabinet or Dry Bar, Glass Top
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Neo-classical Iron, Brass, Metal 2-door Cabinet or Dry Bar, Glass Top
Offered for sale is a Mid-20th century neo-classical style wrought iron, brass, and metal two-door cab...
Category
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Metal, Brass, Iron
Italian Laquered White and Silver Neoclassic Midcentury Entry Cabinet or Console
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1950s Italian white and silver neoclassical midcentury entry cabinet or console
Measures cm: H 77, W 85, D 40.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Palatial Russian Neoclassical Style Demilune Console Cabinet
Located in Manhasset, NY
Palatial Russian neoclassical style demilune console cabinet. A spectacular monumental cabinet in the demilune shape and Russian neoclassical ...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Bronze
Italian Neoclassic Style Marquetry Cabinet
Located in Essex, MA
Rectangular faux marble top over a case with a single drawer over a pair of cabinet doors opening to a fitted interior with drawers, over a drawer and a door, sides with similar deco...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Tall 19th Century Neoclassical Palisander Cabinet
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
Probably the tallest cabinet on the market.
A breathtaking neoclassical palisander cabinet from the 19th century. Presumably of French origin.
Solid rosewood and veneered on oak.
...
Category
19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Oak, Palisander
French Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Ebonized Wood Display Cabinet
Located in London, GB
French neoclassical style gilt bronze mounted ebonized wood display cabinet
French, late 19th century
Measures: Height 164cm, width 122cm, depth 40cm
This fine display cabinet, attr...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Marble, Ormolu, Bronze
Christopher Guy Harper Cabinet
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the Harper Cabinet by renowned designer Christopher Guy. This exquisite piece exudes elegance and sophistication, making it a must-have for any luxurious interior. Crafte...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Mastercraft Large Impressive Illuminated Display Cabinet 1960s
By Mastercraft
Located in New York, NY
Stunning large illuminated Neoclassical display cabinet in bronze and mahogany with black granite on front and antique glass on back wall ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Granite, Bronze
Rare Pair of 19th C. Continental Neoclassical Figured Wood Cabinets
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Exquisite cabinetry with shaped top and bead-and-reel molding over the cavetto cornice. The top bowed drawer with a foliate escutcheon with a key. The bow front cabinet door with mat...
Category
19th Century Antique Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Russian Neoclassical Mahogany Brass-Inlaid Cabinet, Circa 1820
Located in New York, NY
Russian neoclassical mahogany cabinet with brass inlay, circa 1820.
Upper cabinet fitted with glass sides and front glass door with three ...
Category
19th Century Baltic Antique Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Firle Pier Cabinet
Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset
A fine Chippendale design marquetry inlaid satinwood pier cabinet. The base is designed as a cupboard with adjustable interior shelves. There is a cent...
Category
16th Century British Antique Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Satinwood
Italian Neoclassical Faux Marble Lacquer and Giltwood Open Shelves Cabinets
Located in Firenze, IT
Add extra shelving and storage space to your living room, library or study with this important antique architecturally hand- carved open cabinets or bookcases in Neoclassical style.
Crafted in Venice, Italy, during 19th Century, these elegant faux marble lacquer and parcel gilt display cabinets feature a gorgeous architectural shape with graduated giltwood cornice on top and a graduated giltwood moulded socle, a big niche with shelf across the front and a very spacious compartment with a door below. Wonderful scale and proportions, statement hight and width but depth narrow enought to place these storage case pieces of furniture even in an entryway hallow.
This dramatic pair of Italian neoclassical bookcase...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Giltwood, Wood, Lacquer
Curious French Sideboard Signed E. Duru
Located in Rome, IT
A curious French early 20th century sideboard signed E. Duru with three doors. White and green veined marble-top. Neo Greek vase form feet. Signed in center of the front door.
Measu...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Wood
European Design, Russian Neoclassical Style, Cabinets, Mahogany, Bronze, 1980s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of Russian neoclassical inspired double door cabinets. Each having a wonderfully polished burl mahogany finish with heavy bronze mounts reminiscent of the Russian Neoclassical E...
Category
1980s Vintage Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Curious French Sideboard Signed E. Duru
Located in Rome, IT
A curious French early 20th century sideboard signed E. Duru with three doors. White and green veined marble-top. Neo Greek vase form feet. Signed in center of the front door.
Measu...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Neoclassical Italian Painted Pyramidal Cabinet with Giltwood Details
Located in Atlanta, GA
20th century Italian neoclassical painted pyramidal cabinet, in two parts, the tapering upper case with shelved interior, and brass mesh doors. The low...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Brass, Wire
Early 19th Century Neoclassical Green Painted Italian Cabinet
Located in Middleburg, VA
This early 19th century neoclassical painted Italian cabinet is absolutely gorgeous with its intricately painted design that includes stand out colors of lime green, orange and accen...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Paint, Wood
Bremer Cabinet, Early 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Large beveled cabinet with two doors and two drawers and gold and silver patinated stucco decorations in the form of vines and fruit baskets.
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Wood
21st Century Carpanese Home Italia Tv Cabinet with Metal Parts Neoclassic, 6627
Located in Sanguinetto, IT
2 doors and 2 drawers tv cabinet.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Curious French Sideboard Signed E. Duru
Located in Rome, IT
A curious French early 20th century sideboard signed E. Duru with three doors. White and green veined marble-top. Neo Greek vase form feet. Signed in centre of the front door.
Measu...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Neoclassical Cabinet, Probably Berlin, Early 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Two-door cabinet with smooth front with panels veneered in mahogany. The smooth plinth rests on low square feet. The temple-like pediment with smooth tympanum field is visually set o...
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
21st Century Carpanese Home Italia Wooden TV Cabinet Neoclassic, 6227
Located in Sanguinetto, IT
2 doors and 2 drawers TV cabinet without friezes.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Italian 18th century neoclassical Cabinet or Large Credenza
Located in Troy, NY
Large Italian 18th Century Credenza or Cabinet with beautiful Palladian lines and light color.
The two doors opening to an interior with a narrow top shelf including drawers.
the low...
Category
18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Elm
Pair of Continental 19th Century Neoclassical Style Cabinets
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome and most unique pair of Continental 19th century Neo-Classical st. ebony, ash wood, ormolu and Portoro marble cabinets. Each cabinet is raised by a straight base with eleg...
Category
19th Century Unknown Antique Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
Pair of 19th Century French Bronze-Mounted Corner Cabinets
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th Century. French. Original marble tops. Bronze-mounted. Original hand painted scenes on doors. Mint condition.
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Marble
19th Century English Cabinet with Neoclassical Painted Scenes
Located in London, GB
Fine side cabinet in the Adams Manner
Constructed in finely figured satinwood and mahogany of great depth of colour, with polychrome hand painted decoration in the style of Angeli...
Category
19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany, Satinwood
Neoclassical cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical cabinets 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 cabinets created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, tables, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical cabinets made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original cabinets, popular names associated with this style include Baker Furniture Company, Carpanese Home Italia, Jonathan Sainsbury, and Kindel Furniture. 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 cabinets differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $495 and tops out at $1,119,968 while the average work can sell for $6,103.