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
Period: 20th Century
Set of 2 Sheepskin Leather Club Chairs by Nico van Oorschot
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is a set of 2 timeless and stylish sheepskin leather club chairs by Nico van Oorschot in beautiful colors.
These two club chairs were ...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
1970s Handcrafted Black Marquina Marble Table Centerpiece, Fruit Bowl or Planter
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning and multi-purpose, Italian marble tazza or deep bowl in a Roman Classical style.
This remarkable centerpiece of classical beauty and elegance is one of the most striking an...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
Marble Sculpture Bust Of Emperor Julius Caesar After The Antique Grand Tour
Located in Tivoli Terme, Roma
The sculpture realized by a Roman sculptor as from the Roman academy tradition, is carved with white marble.
The sculpture represents the face of a young Julius Caesar, Julius Caesar formally known as Caesar was a Roman general and statesman who played a critical role in the events that led to the demise of the Roman Republic...
Category
20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
White Plaster Bust of Socrates on a Black Marble Base, around 1940
Located in Berlin, DE
The "White Plaster Bust of Socrates on a Black Marble Base, around 1940" is a striking sculptural piece that pays homage to the ancient Greek philosop...
Category
1940s French Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
Italian 14-Karat Gold and Black Onyx Roman Armorial Intaglio Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From Italy, a pair of 14-karat gold framed earrings with black onyx cabochons, beads, and carved armorial intaglios. Posted with backs.
The upper ...
Category
20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Onyx, Gold
Terra-Cotta Bust of a Roman Senator
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This terracotta sculpture depicts the bust of a Roman Senator or Emperor in armor and a gown. Hi gaze is directed at about a 45 degree angle. This is a magnificently robust life size bust...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
Sheepskin Leather Armchair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered is this comfortable sheepskin leather armchair featuring a beautiful patina and warm colors.
This armchair has a stunning warm appearance, thanks in part to its lovely colo...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Small Antique 1900s Solid Brass Apothecary Mortars and Pestles - Set of 2
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of 2 very cool heavy brass (?) antique mortar and pestles. Actually one may be brass and one copper, judging from the green aging tinge inside. They are not a matched set but ver...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Brass
Julius Caesar bust in white Carrara marble
Located in Tarquinia, IT
Scultura, busto imperatore, busto Cesare, busto Giulio Cesare, busto romano antico, arte romana, arte classica, arte greca, busto, marmo bianco Carrara, scultura classica, marco Aure...
Category
1990s Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
Italian Glazed Ceramic Bust of a Classical Roman by Santa Monica
By Santa Monica
Located in Houston, TX
Italian glazed ceramic bust of a Classical Roman by Santa Monica.
Italian ceramic bust of a Classical Roman with unusual iridescent glaze, marked Santa M...
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Swedish Ceramic Vase by Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950
Located in Bronx, NY
Sweden, 1950s ceramic vase by Gunnar Nylund, for Rörstrand in quartz green excellent condition and signed on the bottom.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Beautiful Black Lacquered Vintage Chinese Mirror with Stunning Colorful Drawings
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This beautiful lacquered Chinese mirror features exquisite artwork and vibrant colors, adding a touch of elegance to your interior. Thanks to its unique appearance, it blends seamles...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood
Elegant Classical Richard Ginori Serving Dish
Located in New York, NY
Covered dish with cobalt blue and gold trim, on white ceramic ground. Elegant design and proportions, perfect condition, and fully and correctly marked.
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
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
Set of 6 Dining Chairs Made from Sheepskin Leather
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this set of 6 well-maintained dining chairs made from sheepskin leather in a warm cognac tone.
This beautiful set is crafted from high-quality sheepskin leather and...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Unique Denmark Made Classical Roman Wall Clock with Sculptures and Flowers
Located in Lisse, NL
Tasteful and unique wooden wall clock with sculptural front.
The magnificent front of this midcentury era wall clock is entirely hand carved out of solid wood. It is difficult to se...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Brass
2-Seater Club Sofa Made from Sheepskin Leather
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this luxurious, timeless 2-seater club sofa made from sheepskin leather with beautiful tones.
The perfect addition for those seeking a true eye-catcher that combine...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Italian Roman Sculpture of the David
Located in New York, NY
A classic Italian Roman statue of the 'David' on a black marble base by sculptor G. Ruggeri, Italy, circa mid-20th century, Italy. White resin statue is on a black marble base with t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
Large Murano Scavo Vase Attributed to Seguso, Italy
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Large and heavy handmade vase in burnt orange and deep blue with the typical "sandy" mixture giving the piece a bit of a rough texture. The technique was developed for giving glass t...
Category
20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Murano Glass
Fine Italian Terracotta Mantlepiece Early 20th Century
Located in Toronto, CA
Fabulous terracotta mantel piece or fire surround, inscribed PIUS IX on the left hand side and MDCCLX (1760) on the right. The top section of the mantelpiece carved with two angels h...
Category
20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
Italian Majolica ceramic Bust of a Man - Roman Empire Style
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A beautiful white ceramic glazed bust of a man.
Depicting a man from the Roman Empire.
Estimated origin and date: France, circe 1910-1920.
Dimensions: 39 (h) x 41 (w) x 26 (d) cm....
Category
1910s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
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
Female Torso in Cast Stone Karl Springer Ltd
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This cast stone female torso was purchased in 1983 from the Karl Springer showroom in 1983. We have the original receipt for the purchase which where the torso was displayed in Honol...
Category
1980s American Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cast Stone
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
Fornasetti for Rosenthal Porcelain Gilded Medusa Desert or Salad Plates Vintage
By Rosenthal, Fornasetti
Located in North Miami, FL
This set of 4 vintage classic porcelain plates are a collaboration between Fornasetti and Rosenthal. They have the 3 medusas on top centering the sun motif between the sun’s rays and...
Category
1950s German Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Gold
1990s Bust of Roman Hand Carved using Different Carrara and Alicante Marbles
Located in Marbella, ES
1990s bust of a Roman, hand carved by craftsmen using Carrara white marble for the head, Arabescato for the main toga body and Alicante red for the arms, where the veining provide re...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
Sheepskin Leather Desk / Side Chair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this stylish and comfortable sheepskin leather desk or side chair, featuring beautiful natural tones.
With its clean finish and timeless, elegant design, this chair...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Vintage Italian Florentine Cobalt Blue and Gold Large Footed Ashtray
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Hand painted gilded cobalt blue KBNY Ashtray Capodimonte Italy.
Vintage Limoges, Sevres style porcelain ashtray in cobalt royal blue with fine gold decor.
Beautiful Collectible royal blue porcelain ash tray handcrafted and hand painted with 22-karat gold.
This Italian porcelain ashtray has a lovely cobalt blue Sevres base color to the porcelain with stunning gold color accents.
Beautiful Florentine style footed large ashtray with gilded accents on rich royal blue.
The vintage dish...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Tall Classical Styled Fluted Metal Garden Urns on Stands
Located in Nashville, TN
Metal with fired finish (in distress). Tall (just shy of 5 feet) and of Classical
Design with ribbed fluting and on attached square bases. The bases decorated with laurels on all fou...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Metal
French Academic Drawing of a Classical Roman
Located in Houston, TX
French academic drawing of a classical Roman. This handsome framed French drawing of a classical Roman figure was created by a talented artist ...
Category
1920s French Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Paper
Large Plaster statue of the 'Wrestlers"
Located in Bagshot, GB
An almost life size plaster statue after the antique titled 'The Wrestlers".
The Two young men are engaged in the Pankration, one of the most ...
Category
20th Century European Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Plaster
Life Size Horse Head in Plaster on Pedestal
Located in Tilburg, NL
Wonderful large horse head in plaster. Big scale and great details and patina. The white plaster creates a beautiful interplay of light and shadows.
Shows great movement in the way the head is depicted. Reminiscent of equivalent plaster casts of horse heads from the Parthenon frieze...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Plaster, Boxwood
Characterful Vintage Cognac-Colored Club Chair Made of Sheepskin Leather
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This stunning vintage sheepskin leather club chair is a true eye-catcher that should not be missing in any interior. It has a beautiful cognac color, is full of character, and is ele...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin, Fabric
Vintage Plaster Composite Bust of Marcus Cicero
Located in Troy, MI
Found in England, this vintage plaster composite bust of Marcus Cicero dates from the 1980s. Classic Roman bust is a timeless piece. Unknown maker. Very good vintage condition.
Category
1980s English Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Plaster
Large Oil Painting of Diana the Huntress
Located in London, GB
Lovely Large Oil Painting of Diana the Huntress in ornate Giltwood Frame
This PAinting Shows the Hunting Party emerging from the Woods
After Paul Rubens (1636-1637)
Oil on Canvas
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Paint
Patinated Bronze Sculpture Standing Woman Inspired by Antiquity
Located in Kastrup, DK
An elegant patinated bronze sculpture depicting a standing woman with a calm and contemplative posture.
The base is inscribed with the text "La Réplique" ...
Category
Early 20th Century European Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Antique Italian Holy Water Font with Brass Relief and Candle Holders
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A gorgeous antique Italian holy water font created from wood and brass. The back of the font features brass decorations depicting the stations of the cross. At the center, Christ's c...
Category
20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Brass
Vintage 1950s Dutch design rattan armchair with beautiful organic shapes
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This rattan armchair boasts an elegant design and can be easily styled with a cushion or a sheepskin, for example. The chair fits effortlessly into almost any interior, and not only ...
Category
1950s Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Rattan
Pair of Classical Bronzed Roman Style Table Lamps
Located in Sheffield, MA
The pair of small classical Greco Roman-style lamps have column shafts set on three-legged and footed bases decorated with acanthus leaves and placed on platforms. The lamps are topp...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Metal
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
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
Horse head walking -fragment- white marble from carrara -made in Italy
Located in Tarquinia, IT
Sculpture, horse sculpture, marble horse, carrara marble sculpture, sculpture made in Italy.
Sculpture of a fragment of an incedent horse in the march
Resting on a basalt and iron b...
Category
1990s Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
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
Earthenware, Clay
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
Icarus Statue on Stone Fragment
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Well rendered depiction of Icarus, in brown stained terracotta on an angular stone base. Statue is signed but it is difficult to interpret the signature. It appears to be "Faffa Ales...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Stone
Charming Oriental Vintage Rug 92x40cm
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 living rooms, but also consider ...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cotton
Very Large Mechanical Tapestry Decorated with Undergrowth and Castles
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Very large mechanical tapestry decorated with undergrowth and castles, made in France circa 1930.
very beautiful colors, very fresh.
2 Tapestry a...
Category
1930s French Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cotton
Italian Bust of Caesar in Plaster and Fiberglass, around 1960
Located in Berlin, DE
This beautiful Italian Bust of Caesar in Plaster and Fiberglass was made around 1960 and would be a great Statement piece for your interior.
A unique piece which is a great eye-catch...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Fiberglass, Plaster
Head large Julius Caesar carved on white Carrara marble - made in Italy
Located in Tarquinia, IT
Julius Caesar sculpture, Caesar head sculpture, Sculpture, Male head, classical art, Greek art, Julius Caesar art , white Carrara marble, classical sculpture,
Portrait head of Juliu...
Category
1990s Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble, Carrara Marble
Set of 2 Comfortable Sheepskin Leather Armchairs with a Beautiful Patina
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This fantastic set of two sheepskin leather armchairs effortlessly fits into nearly any interior. Their rich, deep warm tones and sleek finish give these armchairs a stately and char...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Vintage Sheepskin Leather Club Chair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this characterful vintage sheepskin leather club chair with a beautiful natural patina.
With this timeless piece, you’re not just adding a comfortable seat to your ...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Sheepskin Leather 2.5-Seater Designer Sofa
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this stunning sheepskin leather 2.5-seater designer sofa, featuring beautiful finishes and stylish detailing.
This charming and elegant piece is crafted from sheeps...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Bronze Equestrian Sculpter with Caesar on Marble Base, Early 20th Century
Located in Charleston, SC
Bronze Equestrian sculpter with Caesar on marble base, early 20th century.
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Set of 2 Cognac-Colored Cowhide Leather Club Chairs with Matching Ottoman
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This luxurious and complete set of full-grain leather club chairs is a comfortable and stylish addition to nearly any space and interior style. The included ottoman adds even more ap...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
Bacchus, Plaster Statue, France, circa 1930
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful old plaster statue, in the neoclassical spirit, representing young Bacchus.
France, National Museums molding workshop, circa 1930.
Category
1930s French Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Plaster
Plaster Bust of Paolina Borghese Bonaparte
Located in Atlanta, GA
The plaster bust portrays Napoleon's sister, Pauline Bonaparte, as Venus Victorious.
It was commissioned by her husband, Camillo Borghese, and originally sculpted in Rome from 1805 ...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Plaster
Pair of Early 20th Century Free Standing Carved Wood Cherubs, Putti Angels
Located in Germantown, MD
An adorable Pair of Early 20th Century Free Standing Carved Wood Cherubs, Putti Angels. One seated and the other on his knees. Measures 15.5" tall, 5.5" in width and 10" in depth.
...
Category
Early 20th Century American Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Large Roman Neoclassical Plaster Foot of Hercules
Located in Houston, TX
Unusually large and well detailed neoclassical Roman plaster foot sculpture of Hercules. This vintage Italian academic plaster foot sculpture wo...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Plaster
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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