Classical Roman Furniture
CLASSICAL ROMAN STYLE
During Mount Vesuvius’ eruption in 79 A.D., Pompeii and Herculaneum in today’s Italy were preserved as they were on the day of their destruction. Particularly at Herculaneum, furnishings were carbonized beneath volcanic ash. This was pivotal to understanding how Classical Roman furniture was designed. Archaeological investigations and printed reproductions of discoveries would influence styles evoking this ancient civilization, from the Renaissance to neoclassicism.
While knowledge of Classical Roman furniture comes from rare surviving pieces, it is also derived from frescoes and sculptures portraying Roman life. Much of Roman art, architecture and design was informed by Greece — Roman architect, military engineer and writer Marcus Vitruvius Pollio, whose timeless De architectura is taught in contemporary architecture classes and pays tribute to classical architecture, visited Greece while working under Julius Caesar and admired the country’s architectural developments. The Roman solium references the Greek thronos, a stately chair of honor with an upright form and footstool. As the Roman Empire spread across Europe and into North Africa and Western Asia, the expansion of trade for silver, silk, marble and wood allowed for more luxurious designs.
Classical Roman furniture was made from bronze, wood and stone — in particular, marble — with ornate touches like tortoiseshell veneers, bone and glass inlays and claw feet. Ornaments depicting lion heads and mythological figures were sculpted from silver, bronze and ivory. Compared to the decorative attention given to the mosaic floors and wall paintings, however, furniture for even a wealthy house was minimal. It focused on the necessities for guests arriving for both socializing and business and the rooms housing family, relatives and enslaved people.
The triclinium dining room had banquet couches, items so prized they were sometimes interred with the deceased. Tall bronze or terracotta candelabras held oil lamps for lighting. Carved marble tables reflected status, while the lararium home shrine demonstrated faith.
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Item type: Antique and Vintage
Style: Classical Roman
Vintage Rug in Red and Dark Blue – 236x170 cm
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this vintage rug featuring predominantly red and dark blue tones with intricate patterns, measuring 236x170 cm.
Let your home shine with this stunning rug. It boasts...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cotton
Rare and Large Classical Trompe-L'oeil Meissen Porcelain Plaque
Located in London, GB
Rare and large classical Trompe-l'oeil meissen porcelain plaque.
German, 19th century.
Measures: frame: height 60 cm, width 55 cm, depth 5 cm.
plaque: height 45 cm, width 40 cm.
...
Category
19th Century German Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Porcelain, Giltwood
Sheepskin Wingback Chair with Warm Tones
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this elegant and generously sized sheepskin wingback armchair featuring warm tones and a refined finish with black piping.
The chair showcases a graceful design and...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
AR Denarius Julia Paula, wife of Elagabalus (219-220)
Located in UTRECHT, UT
Obverse: IVLIA PAVLA AVG, draped bust right, showing later coiffure with small bun
Reverse: CONCORDIA, Concordia seated left, holding patera, star in left field
Beautifully detaile...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Silver
Luxurious Antique English Wooden Book Carousel on Wheels – Late 19th Century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This charming English antique book carousel fits seamlessly into almost any interior, whether at home or in an office setting. It offers the perfect styl...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood
World of Bernini 1598-1680 by Robert Wallace Hardcover Book in Sleeve
Located in North Hollywood, CA
The World of Bernini. 1598-1680. Wallace, Robert Published by Time-Life Books., New York, 1973.
Beautiful and Collectible Vintage 1973 Hardback Time Life Library of Art “The World o...
Category
Late 20th Century American Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Paper
World of Michelangelo 1475-1564 by Robert Coughlan Book
Located in North Hollywood, CA
The world of Michelangelo 1475-1564
by Robert Coughlan and The Editors of Time-Life Books Published by Time Incorporated, New York, NY, 1966.
Title: The World of Michelangelo 1475-1564
Publisher: Time Incorporated, New York, NY
Publication Date: 1968
Binding: Hardcover with slipcover
Condition: good
Edition: Time-Life Library of Art.
Beautiful and Collectible Vintage 1968 Hardback Time Life Library of Art “The World of Michelangelo” Book...
Category
Mid-20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Paper
Neoclassical Romanesque Bronze Female Form Sculptures with Marble Bases
Located in Dallas, TX
Gorgeous pair of antique golden cast bronze roman women on newly fabricated marble bases. They are hollow and the water jugs are open so they can be used to display an arrangement wi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Piero Fornasetti "Nummus" Green Porcelain Plate Mid-Century Modern
By Fornasetti
Located in North Miami, FL
This vintage Fornasetti plate is numbered three and is from the collection of the Roman coin series. All hallmarked on the back. This is a ver...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Roman Cross – 4th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
An extraordinary Roman cross dating from around the 4th century AD, corresponding to the period of the late Roman Empire and the beginnings of official Christianity after the Edict o...
Category
15th Century and Earlier European Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Ancient Large Wooden Wing on Iron Base
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
An angel lost a wing... and I picked it up for Christmas time...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
A fine thick 19th century Rouge marble pedestal . Beautiful quality
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine 19th century Rouge hand carved solid and stout marble pedestal . Excellent condition
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Griotte Marble
Subtle Decorative Rug with Dark Tones – 162x86 cm
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Let your home shine with this beautiful rug. It features lovely colors and stunning details. These types of rugs are not only a sought-after item for the living room but also a great...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cotton
Antique Olive Planter, Italian, Terracotta, Garden Jardiniere, Victorian, C.1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique olive planter. An Italian, terracotta garden jardiniere urn, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.
Delightfully weathered Continental charm, with evoca...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
A Pair of Ancient Corinthian Type Stone Columns
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Pair of Ancient Corinthian Type Stone Columns,
These are a very heavy pair of Hand Hewn Stone Pillars, they are very well weathered and probably originated from a Portico
The Co...
Category
17th Century Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Stone
"Photograph of a Grecian Bust" by John Dugdale
By John Dugdale
Located in NYC, NY
"Photograph of a Grecian bust" is a cyanotype print by John Dugdale, edition 2/6. The print is 16" x 20" matted and framed to 24" x 27.5".
Category
20th Century American Classical Roman Furniture
A Pair of 19th Century Green Wall Brackets These are beautifully designed pi
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Pair of 19th Century Green Wall Brackets
These are beautifully designed pieces, they are in a classical style and painted in a very dark green, they could be used as wall brack...
Category
19th Century Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Plaster
Austrian .800 Silver Candelabra / Epergne 3D Man with Axe 87.9 ozt Vienna #6492
Located in Big Bend, WI
Austrian .800 Silver
Incredible Austrian .800 silver 6-light candelabra / epergne from Vienna, Austria (maker unknown). This massive piece features a three dimensional man holding...
Category
Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Large Marble Column Table Lamps
Located in Richmond, London
Pair of large marble column table lamps. 20th century.
Why we like them
This is an absolutely gorgeous pair of classical-style columns of imposin...
Category
20th Century British Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Carrara Marble
$4,415 / set
Screen of Paintings of Saint Peter's Square in Rome, 20th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Screen of Paintings of Saint Peter's Square in Rome, 20th Century.
Screen with six oil on canvas paintings of Saint Peter's Square in Rome, 20th cen...
Category
20th Century European Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood
Characterful Dark Sheepskin Leather Club Chair with Black Piping
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This stunning sheepskin leather club chair is a perfect addition for those who appreciate furniture with a strong character. Its dark color, distinctive armrests, and refined black p...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Sturdy Vintage Ottoman Made of Sheepskin Leather
Located in Harderwijk, NL
A sheepskin leather footstool, also known as an ottoman, transforms your already comfortable armchair into a true relaxation paradise. With your feet resting on this ottoman, you can...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Set of 2 Green Vintage Leather English Chesterfield Armchairs Combined with Wood
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This set of two vintage cowhide leather Chesterfield armchairs exudes the beloved timeless English class and style. They feature a graceful design, a bold green color, and are beauti...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Leather, Wood
Vintage Sheepskin Leather Club Armchair in a Beautiful Light Cognac Color
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This stunning vintage sheepskin leather club armchair will feel at home almost anywhere. It is full of character and features a refined finish with decorative nails. Combined with it...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Timeless antique French hallway bench / bench for the dining table
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Lovers of a charming and warm interior have known for years that a bench is always a beautiful and practical addition to almost any interior style. This bench is certainly no excepti...
Category
19th Century Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood
A fine pair of 19th c Classical bronzes by Henry Bonnard Bronze Co 1889
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine and rare pair of 19th century Classical Roman bronze heads of Ajax and Minerva. Done by famed American company Henry Bonnard Bronze Co . This com...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Sheepskin Wingback Exceptional Comfort
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Are you looking for a comfortable sheepskin wingback chair with warm colors, beautifully finished with decorative nail trim, and featuring a loose seat cushion? If so, you may have f...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
19th Century Roman Obelisks Red and Green Marble
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
19th Century Roman Obelisks Red and Green Marble
Unique piece purchased in France. Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos or message us with questions.
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
1990s Bust of Roman Hand Carved in Carrara White and Alicante Red Marble
Located in Marbella, ES
1990s bust of a Roman, hand carved by craftsmen using Carrara white marble for the head and Alicante red on the toga, where the white veins give movement and realism to the cloth. Si...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
Very Comfortable Sheepskin Leather Armchair in a Beautiful Dark Warm Color
Located in Harderwijk, NL
For those who want to relax in classic charm and comfort, this sheepskin leather armchair is the perfect addition. Its stunning dark warm color and buttoned backrest give it the belo...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Geo III Sterling Pierced Grand Tour Bowl, Newcastle 1771-1772 by Nathan & Hayes
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Geo III Sterling Pierced Grand Tour Bowl, Newcastle 1771-1772 by Nathan & Hayes, Newcastle 1771-1772,
This 255-year-old masterwork of Georgian sterling pierced swan-handled bowl with Roman mythological vignettes
Dimensions: 7" W x 5.75" H x 4.75" D Base: 2.5" x 2.5" weight 10 ounces
This Georgian Sterling Silver Pierced...
Category
18th Century English Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cowhide Leather Club Chair in English Style
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this charming cowhide leather club armchair in English style with a fixed seat cushion and a beautiful patina. This leather club chair fits easily into both classic a...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
Rattan Armchair from the 1950s with High Backrest
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this charming Dutch design rattan armchair from the 1950s with a high backrest. In our opinion, this delightful vintage piece from the '50s is a real eye-catcher. Not...
Category
1950s Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Rattan
Cowhide Leather Club Chair in English Style
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this stylish and timeless brown cowhide leather club armchair in classic English style with luxurious detailing. This leather club chair fits effortlessly into both c...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
Brown Cowhide Leather Vintage Patchwork Design Pouf from the 1970s
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this brown cowhide vintage patchwork design pouf from the 1970s. A cowhide footstool, also known as an ottoman, turns your already comfortable armchair into a true re...
Category
1970s Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
English Antique Pinewood Country Dining Table
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this very beautiful and characterful English antique pinewood country dining table with a uniquely lovely patina. In our opinion, this English antique pinewood dining...
Category
19th Century Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood
Subtle Oriental Runner / Hallway Rug 190x62cm
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this subtle Oriental runner / hallway rug with fine patterns and beautiful colors, measuring 190x62cm. Let your home shine with this stunning rug. It features beautif...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cotton
Neoclassical Terracotta Figure of Hera / Juno as a Table Lamp, Grand Tour Style
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Neoclassical Terracotta Figure of Hera/Juno as a Table Lamp, Grand Tour Style, 36” High
A dignified neoclassical table lamp featuring a terracotta sculpture of Hera, known to the Ro...
Category
20th Century European Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Metal
Polychrome Resin Bust of Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius 1950s
Located in Milano, MI
Polychrome resin bust depicting the Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius, made in the 1950s
Ø cm 17 Ø cm 9 h cm 26
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Resin
Late 20th Century Vintage Horse Statue
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This bronze horse head sculpture features a strong, elongated form with expressive detailing in the mane and muzzle. The finish is aged with hints of patina, lending it a sense of ti...
Category
Late 20th Century American Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Charming Sheepskin Leather Club Chair with a Warm Color
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This stunning sheepskin leather club chair is a true eye-catcher that fits effortlessly into almost any interior. Its warm cognac color and refined detailing with decorative nails gi...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Antique Diskobolos Sculpture of Alabaster and Marble
By G. Ruggeri
Located in Buxton, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Sculpture of Diskobolos
The sculpture is carved from Alabaster with a Marble Base
Signed - G.Ruggeri
Circa 1950 - 1970
Italian Origin
Dimens...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Alabaster, Marble
Complete Set Sheepskin Leather Art Deco Design 2-Seater Sofa and 2 Armchairs
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this fantastic complete set of sheepskin leather Art Deco design furniture, consisting of a 2-seater sofa and two matching armchairs. A unique opportunity for true en...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin, Wood
Naples Capodimonte Porcelain Lidded Tankard, Italian Early 19th Century
By Capodimonte
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a Naples (Capodimonte) Porcelain Lidded Tankard with deep relief body, which we date to the early 19th Century and made in Naples, Italy.
The tankard is hand made with deep ...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Large Pair of Hand-Carved Medici Style Marble Urns
Located in Southall, GB
A highly decorative and imposing pair of marble hand-carved urns. Depicting a classical scene including dogs and winged figures which make up the middle section of the urn, with exqu...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
$30,908 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Comfortable Characteristic Sheepskin Leather Armchair with a Stunning Patina
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This amazing armchair has developed a beautiful patina over the years, as is typical for sheepskin leather. It is full of character and, thanks to its lovely cognac color, has a time...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Antique Oak English Cabinet from the 19th Century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
A unique piece for collectors and enthusiasts! This stunning antique English filing cabinet is crafted from oak and dates back to the mid-19th cen...
Category
19th Century Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood
Bronze Laurel Wreath
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Some years ago I found this bronze laurel wreath: I liked it, I bought and placed it on a beautiful marble head.
ref. O/6843.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Cowhide Leather English-Style Club Chair in Light Cognac Color
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this well-preserved cowhide leather English-style club armchair in a light cognac color. This leather club chair in light cognac is easy to integrate into both classi...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
Antique Coffee Table Made of Chestnut Wood from the Early 19th Century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this large yet elegant antique coffee table made of chestnut wood from the early 19th century, showcasing the most beautiful colors. This remarkable coffee table date...
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood, Chestnut
Brown Ottoman Made of Cowhide Leather
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this brown ottoman made of cowhide leather, finished with decorative nail trim. A cowhide leather footstool—also known as an ottoman—turns your already comfortable ar...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
Vintage Sheepskin Club Chair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this well-worn vintage sheepskin club armchair with a rugged look, designed by Nico van Oorschot. This fantastic sheepskin club chair is full of character. Its well-w...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Set of 2 Vintage 1960s Chairs with Armrests
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is a set of 2 charming vintage 1960s Dutch design Marko side/dining chairs with armrests. These beautiful vintage chairs by Marko were originally used as school or churc...
Category
1960s Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood
Stylish, Late 1800s Handmade Italian, Alabaster Column, Pedestal or Stand
Located in Lisse, NL
Wonderful Roman column for displaying a work of art.
This piece is composed of eight stacked segments, forming a beautifully twisted column inspired by ancient Roman and Baroque des...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Alabaster
18th Century Roman Stone Hand-Carved Classical Warrior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
18th Century Classical Warrior Mounted Bust
Hand-Carved Out of Solid Roman Stone
Sourced from Rome, Italy by Martyn Lawrence Bullard
Category
18th Century Italian Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Stone
17th Century Marble Bust of Man
Located in New Orleans, LA
Beautiful, albeit heavily distressed stone bust depicting an authoritarian man on a pedestal. Softly colored grey stone with many details intact including draping on tunic, eyes, be...
Category
17th Century French Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Stone
19th Century Italian Micro Mosaic Round Center Table with Ebonized Carved Base
Located in Milford, NH
An exceptional 19th century Italian micro mosaic round center table featuring architectural scenes from Rome including a central scene of Saint Peter’s Basilica with a brick red marble band, surrounded by smaller oval scenes of the Colosseum, The Forum, The Pantheon, and the Temple of Hercules...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
Italian Male Bust Sculptures Grand Tour
By A. Santini
Located in New York, NY
A set of three (3) Italian male sculpture busts by R. Santini, in the classical Roman or Grand Tour design style, circa mid-20th century, Italy. This set of busts could be used for a library, office, etc., on a shelf, table, etc. Marked on bottom as shown in images.
Dimensions L to R:
Nerone: 4.63" Width x 6" Height
Augusto: 4.13" Width x 5.75" Height
Traiano: 4.63" Width x 6.19" Height
Italian table, search ref. #: LU1314231162942 (SOLD.)
For Corinthian capitol columns...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Composition
$675 / set
French hallway bench / bench for the dining table
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Lovers of a charming and warm interior have known for years that a bench is always a beautiful and practical addition to almost any interior style. This bench is certainly no excepti...
Category
19th Century Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood
Monumental Bronze Porte Cochere or Porch Lantern
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A monumental cast bronze and frosted glass porte cochere lantern; (a porte cochere is a roofed structure extending from the entrance of a buildin...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Classical Roman furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Classical Roman furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, building and garden elements, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with stone, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Classical Roman furniture 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 furniture, popular names associated with this style include Europa Antiques, Luca Scacchetti, LAGU, and Richard Ginori. 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 furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $30 and tops out at $150,000 while the average work can sell for $2,914.