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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Style: Classical Roman
foot sculpture with fine ancient Roman footwear - made in Italy
Located in Tarquinia, IT
carved foot, Roman footwear, marble foot, ancient Roman foot, Roman foot sculpture, Foot sculpture with footwear in ancient Rome style.
Sculpture valuable and highly original
Materi...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
Large Scale Original Antique Grand Tour Prints- Statues. Rome, 1776
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful images of classical Roman statues-Minerva and Mercury
Copper-plate engravings
Published by Monaldini, Rome, 1776
Good quality wove paper
Free shipping
Category
1770s Italian Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Plaster
Antique Italian Carved Alabaster Maple Leaf Classical Pedestal Column Stand
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Italian Carved Alabaster Maple Leaf Classical Pedestal Column Stand. Circa Early 1900s.
Measurements:
39.5" H
Top: 9" W x 9" D
Base: 11" W x 11" D
Category
Early 1900s Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Alabaster
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
Tall Painted Wood Pedestal Statue Stand Gustavian Style
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Bring a touch of classical architecture into your home with this impressive vintage pedestal painted in a Gustavian color of taupe. The paint finish has been texturized. Certainly a ...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood, Paint
Antique Terracotta Amphora-Style Vessel with Double Handles
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Inspired by the timeless elegance of Classical Roman pottery, this antique terracotta amphora-style vessel is a remarkable decorative piece. With its rounded body, narrow neck, and g...
Category
Early 19th Century European Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Pottery, Terracotta
Vintage mid century David bust sculpture A Santini made in Italy
By A. Santini
Located in Birmingham, AL
Vintage David Bust Replica of Famous Statue David - Premium Sculpted Resin of Marble with White Marble Finish Hand Painted and patinated, made in Italy.
Condition: It is in very go...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Alabaster
Set of 4 Vintage Design Dining Chairs by Frederick Weinberg
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this lovely set of 4 vintage design dining chairs by Frederick Weinberg, made from wrought iron and rattan.
These exceptional vintage dining chairs were designed by...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Iron
Unglazed Roman Style Clay Pot with Handles, Decorative Pots
Located in Miami, FL
This charming clay pot is an excellent representation of Roman pottery, echoing the craftsmanship and aesthetic of ancient times. With its classic form and earthy clay composition, i...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Clay, Earthenware
Large Scale Original Antique Grand Tour Print- Alexander The Great, 1776
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful image of a bust of Alexander The Great
Copper-plate engravings
Published by Monaldini, Rome, 1776
Good quality wove paper
Free shipping
Category
1770s Italian Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Plaster
Dark Green Cowhide Leather Swivel and Tilt Chesterfield Office Chair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this dark green cowhide leather and wood Chesterfield office chair, height-adjustable with swivel and tilt functions.
This elegant and charming green leather Chester...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
Set of 7 Original Antique Prints of Portraits From Classical Rome. C.1790
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Glorious set of 7 portrait prints. Important figures, male and female from ancient Rome.
On beautiful laid paper.
Copper-plate engravings
Published C.1790
Unframed.
T...
Category
1790s English Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Paper
$176 Sale Price / set
40% Off
Sheepskin Leather Armchair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this characterful sheepskin leather armchair with a beautiful patina and warm coloring.
This armchair exudes warmth and charm, enhanced by its rich, natural tones. ...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
The Story of Jewelry 1st ED. 1973 by J. Anderson Hardcover Book
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
The Story of Jewelry 1973 by J. Anderson. Introduction by Edward Lucie-Smith Black Hardcover Book.
Translate from Italian. J. Anderson Black - Storia dei gioielli
English text.
Documents jewelry's history from the primitive ornaments of prehistoric times to the abstract simplicity of modern design.
This book offers a unique way of exploring the world of vintage jewelry for experts, newcomers, and anyone with an interest in the topic. Every piece of jewelry tells a story. Each chapter is centered around a particular piece of jewelry and the way in which it is emblematic: a previous owner, an exemplary design or dominant material. From an array of historic pieces...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Paper
Italian Limestone Square Shaped Sink
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian square shaped limestone sink in beautiful subtle shades of cream, gold & gray.
Category
20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Limestone
$1,050 Sale Price
70% Off
Mid-Century German Wall Sculpture of Emperor by Achatit
Located in COLMAR, FR
A rare, hand-made wall mask dating from the 1950s, produced in Germany by Achatit, a workshop established by Hans and Hanneliese Schirmer in Cologne in 1948 (see original label on th...
Category
1950s German Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cast Stone
Vintage 1970s chair made of rattan and bamboo
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered: this cozy vintage 1970s designer chair by Jonathan Adler, made of rattan and bamboo.
This charming vintage designer chair was created ...
Category
1970s Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Truly Marble-Like Art Deco White Alabaster Pendant Light with Greek Key Pattern
Located in Lisse, NL
Exceptional antique alabaster chandelier for an entry hall, bedroom or any other room.
This large size mineral stone light fixture also comes with...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Alabaster, Metal, Brass, Bronze
Vintage Sheepskin Leather 2-Seater Sofa in English Style
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this characterful and beautifully aged vintage sheepskin leather 2-seater sofa in classic English style.
Most people would agree — sheepskin leather furniture develo...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Vintage Chair Made of Rattan and Bamboo from the 1970s
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this charming vintage designer chair by Jonathan Adler, made of rattan and bamboo from the 1970s. This lovely vintage chair was...
Category
1970s Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage Wingback Chair Made from Sheepskin Leather
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this comfortable vintage wingback armchair made from distinctive sheepskin leather.
A true eye-catcher full of charm! This inviting vintage armchair, crafted from s...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Set of 4 Sheepskin Leather Club Chairs
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this unique set of 4 sheepskin leather club armchairs with beautiful colors and comfortable seating.
This is not only a great opportunity for someone looking to furn...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
$5,524 / set
Ancient Classical Style Antique Iridescent Glass Bottle
Located in New York, NY
Lucite base holder, Measures. 3.4" x 4.2" x 1.8"L.
Category
Mid-18th Century Unknown Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
Antique Wooden Bench with High Back – Late 19th / Early 20th Century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here this antique wooden bench with a high back and charming details from the late 19th / early 20th century.
Charming and functional in one piece!
This lovely bench can be ...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique life size Torso of Venus Marble Sculpture After the Ancient
Located in New York, NY
Large antique continental marble statue depicting the torso of Venus, after the ancient Roman work, the Venus de Milo, measuring 33 inches tall. Unsigned.
Category
19th Century Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
Pair Of European Marble Pedestals
Located in Essex, MA
Each with a white marble square top supported on a cylindrical marble column with plinth base.
Category
1850s European Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
$3,250 / set
Altorilievo (frammento), di battaglia romana su marmo bianco di Carrara
Located in Tarquinia, IT
Scultura, altorilievo, bassorilievo, busto romano antico, arte romana, altorilievo battaglia, arte classica, arte greca, busto, marmo bianco Carrara, scultura classica, altorilievo s...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Carrara Marble
Pair of 19th C. Italian Stone Artichokes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 19th century weathered stone artichoke finials. They are all hand chiseled and have bulbous shapes with a layered, petal-like pattern coverin...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Stone
$1,160 Sale Price / set
51% Off
Wedgwood Jasperware lidded boxes serving bowls classicism Mid-Century England
By Wedgwood
Located in Wien, AT
The set of Wedgwood consists of three lidded boxes in different shape and design and two small serving bowls of which one can be used as an ashtray.
All is made of the famous but r...
Category
1980s English Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
$760 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Roman torso in stone
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Muscular torso in stoneware, after the classical greek and Roman sculptures.
with a good patina. Signed but not readable (see last picture).
Probably circa 1930.
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
$1,017
Classical Roman Style Bathtubs, Custom Sizing Available
Located in Cranbrook, Kent
Classical Roman style bathtubs
Solid one piece manufacture
Designs in various marbles with custom sizing and design options available
Small or la...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Carrara Marble
$19,929 / item
Large Antique Oak XXL Dining Table for 8 to 10 People from Early 19th Century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here this very large and characterful antique oak XXL dining table / conference table for 8 to 10 people from the early 19th century.
This beautiful and generously sized ant...
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood, Oak
Unique Large Cameo Enameled Opaline Glass Pendant Light w Dancing Nymphs Figures
Located in Lisse, NL
Antique and stunning Italian work of lighting art, 1920.
If you are passionate about early 20th century decorative art then you will love this on...
Category
Early 20th Century European Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Pair of Antique Carved Stone Capitals and Bases
Located in Sheffield, MA
The pair of antique stone capitals come with separate semi-circular bases. These are to be attache to a wall like pilasters. Can be used for planter bases, small side table or as gar...
Category
19th Century American Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Stone
$1,500 / set
Comfortable Vintage English-Style Sheepskin Leather Wingback Armchair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Who could possibly resist such a beautifully warm-colored sheepskin leather wingback armchair? We certainly can't! This fantastic vintage wingback chair boasts timeless English charm...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Italian Curule Armchair
Located in Woodbury, CT
Iron, brass and leather curule armchair. Originally meant for Roman magistrates, this version features tooled and gilded leather on an iron frame with ...
Category
Early 20th Century British Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
$3,750
Carved Limestone Corinthian Pilaster Capital Console Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand-carved from solid limestone, this 20th-century American Corinthian pilaster capital is a stunning relic of classical design, rich with history and architectural romance. The vol...
Category
20th Century American Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Limestone
TOGATUS STATUETTE, A Roman marble togatus. 2nd-3rd century AD.
Located in Nice, Cote d' Azur
TOGATUS STATUETTE
Depicting a male figure dressed in a toga and himation, held by his right hand.
Presence of a prop on the right thigh, implying that this fragment was part of a sta...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
Antique Roman Gladiator Short Sword 1.AD with Bronze Teardrop Terminal Belt
Located in Doha, QA
This Roman Gladiator short sword is an absolutely outstanding and unique example of an ancient Roman Pompeian Gladius Sword from 1. AD. There were three ty...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Iron
Bust Octavian Augustus in white Carrara marble -made in Italy
Located in Tarquinia, IT
Sculpture, emperor bust, Octavian bust, Octavian Augustus bust, ancient Roman bust, Roman art, classical art, Greek art, bust, white Carrara marble, classical sculpture, Marcus Aurel...
Category
1990s Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
Antique French Dining Table with 3 Drawers from the Late 18th Century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This lovely antique French dining table from the late 18th century is made of fruitwood and is practically designed with three drawers for extra storage. As this table has been exper...
Category
Late 18th Century Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
Original Antique Print of the Temple of Baalbek, Lebanon. Dated 1834
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful image of The Temple of Baalbek.
Fine steel engraving after J.W Callcott
Published by Murray, Dated 1834
Unframed.
Category
1850s English Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Paper
Pair of Painted Antique Columns with Corinthian Capitals
Located in Sheffield, MA
The pair of antique Corinthian columns are painted with a marblized effect on each base and shaft and have black capitals, above which are ce...
Category
Mid-19th Century European Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood
Classical Marble Carved Stone Sink Basin
Located in Cranbrook, Kent
Classical Italian sink basin cut from one single block of white marble with serpentine shaped front and gadrooned carving, these Greek/Roman designs quite happily suit either old or ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Carrara Marble
Male torso "Torso Gaddi" carved on white Carrara marble - made in Italy
Located in Tarquinia, IT
Sculpture, Male torso, classical art, Greek art, Torso, white Carrara marble, classical sculpture, ancient torso, Gaddi torso
Sculpted male torso on white marble from carrara, origi...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble, Carrara Marble
C. 1920-30s French Tole Bouillotte Lamp
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1920-30s French tole bouillotte lamp. Charmingly hand painted in burnt orange & gilded in the Classical taste. Marked Made in France. Ring finial & arrow feather end motif adju...
Category
Early 20th Century French Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Metal
Comfortable Vintage Sheepskin Leather Club Chair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This irresistible vintage club chair is a true eye-catcher. Made from cognac-colored sheepskin leather, it is full of character. The chair is finished with black trim and features a ...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Design Armchair Made from High-Quality Sheepskin Leather
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here this unique and comfortable design armchair made from high-quality sheepskin leather. A true find for enthusiasts!
This wonderful and timeless design armchair is crafte...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Portrait Head of Emperor Marcus Aurelius
Located in London, GB
A marble portrait head of the Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius (r. 161-180 A.D.), in his fourth and final portrait type. Known as the Capitoline Imperatori 38 type, after the most famou...
Category
15th Century and Earlier European Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
Fortuny Textile Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pillow features a delicate and elegant design made from Fortuny textile. The fabric showcases a soft pink background with a classic white damask-style motif, characterized by sy...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cotton, Linen
Large Antique English Oak Dining Table from the Early 19th Century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this stunning and uniquely large antique English oak dining table from the early 19th century, featuring a beautiful patina. Crafted from oak, this grand English dini...
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood
19th Century English Diminutive Parian Bust of Apollo Belvedere
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th century English diminutive Parian bust of apollo Belvedere, a well executed example, raised on a 3-inch diameter solace base. Unmarked.
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
$716 Sale Price
20% Off
Early Georgian English Antique Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered: this English antique and elegant early Georgian oak chest of drawers with unique inlay made from various wood types.
This exceptional antique oak chest...
Category
18th Century Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood, Oak
19th Century Italian Alabaster Bust
Located in Houston, TX
19th century Italian alabaster bust.
Well sculpted antique Italian alabaster or marble bust of a classical female mounted on a plinth. This is a beautifully detailed antique alabaster bust...
Category
1860s Italian Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Alabaster
21st Century Studio Irvine Fusto Side Console Table Mod.i Concrete Powder Cement
Located in Rome, Lazio
Console table part of a collection of modular system in ultra high performing cement mortar. UHPC shelves and abutment colored in the mixture and sandblasted. Available in three diff...
Category
2010s Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Concrete
Large Antique Wooden English Book Carousel with Cast Iron Base
Located in Harderwijk, NL
A fantastic addition for every book and interior enthusiast! This large and luxurious antique English book carousel features a cast iron base and is moun...
Category
19th Century Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Iron
Set of 2 Green Vintage Bistro Chairs with Woven Reed Seats
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is a set of 2 charming green vintage bistro chairs with elegant detailing and woven reed seats.
This lovely and graceful pair of green vintage bistro chairs features ma...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Gold Frame Portrait Medallions of the Seven Caesars
Located in New York, NY
These oval medallions, sold individually, feature profile portraits of seven Roman Caesars rendered in low relief against a textured background. Each medallion is inscribed with the ...
Category
1980s Unknown Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Resin
A Grand Tour bronze figure of Mercury ( Hermes ) on a marble collum
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
A bronze on a marble column after Giovanni Bologna, depicting the Roman god Mercury messenger of the gods flying through the air raised on a path of air made by the mouth of a cherub...
Category
1850s French Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Mid Century Classical Roman Outdoor Patio Garden Set Glass Top Table 4 Chairs
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic simple and elegant design from the John Salterini company borrowing from the Romans using the X stretcher design with ties to the centers of each piece. Also on the chair b...
Category
1940s American Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Iron
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.
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