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
Large Cast Stone with Leaf Patterns Flared Tops 3 available ps
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous cast stone urns or planters. Almost 2 ft tall x 19 wide at the top with flared edges.
Acanthus leaf impressions all the way around
with a ribbed base. Have 3 available. In ...
Category
1970s American Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cast Stone
Large Lion Sculpture in Glazed Terracotta, Romanesque Style, Early 20th Century
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Majestic large lion sculpture in white glazed earthenware, crafted in the early 20th century and reflecting an exquisite Romanesque style. This pi...
Category
Early 20th Century European Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
$1,156 Sale Price
20% Off
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
1910s Imperial Grand Rapids Carved Solid Walnut Trestle Table
Located in Germantown, MD
Very Rare 1910s Imperial Grand Rapids trestle table in fine carved walnut wood. Top made out of Banded and bookmatched dark walnut veneer. Table ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Hardwood, Walnut, Burl
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
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
Writing desk and a blue cowhide leather Chesterfield office chair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This wonderful classic set, consisting of a writing desk with a cowhide leather and wooden office chair in English style, is a perfect timeless addition to almost any interior. The w...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Large Weathered Garden Statue of Venus A Large stone Statue of Venus
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large Weathered Garden Statue of Venus
A Large reconstituted stone Statue of Venus
This is a vintage classical statue, it dates from the early part of the 20th century with desirabl...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cast Stone
Pair of Bronze and Iron X Scissor Armchairs, by David Marshall
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of bronze and iron Dante curule armchairs, by David Marshall
X or scissors Roman inspired chair in iron and bronze, not foldable
Seat is slightly curved made of thick and robust...
Category
1980s Spanish Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Iron
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
KPM Berlin rare hand-painted lidded vase 26 cm (10.2 inches)
Located in Uppsala , SE
A Classic lidded vase, KPM Berlin, mark 1960-1970 1st choice, red imperial orb mark.
Urn form on a square base with four pressed ball feet, relief decoration of ornamental friezes a...
Category
1960s German Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Sofa Settee 3-Seater Crimson Cut Velvet Italian Toni Facella Sensi Della Penna
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
An opulent, cut-velvet, three seater sofa, by Italian architect & designer Toni Facella Sensi della Penna
This sofa epitomises elegance, opulence and com...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Velvet
Two Piece Collection of Ermanno Nason Scavo Glass
Located in New York, NY
Two vases by Nason for Cenedese, Ca 1970's. Both in perfect condition Dimensions in listing are for taller vase, smaller vase as follows. 7"- H x 9"- W x 3.5"-m open at top. Classic...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Art Glass, Glass
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
Set of 2 Vintage Bentwood "Long John" Thonet Design High Dining Chairs
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Beautiful original vintage design dining chairs by Thonet. The chairs are comfortable and have a fantastic, luxurious appearance. With their timeless design, they fit perfectly in bo...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Vintage Statue With Warrior on Horseback
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This dramatic sculpture depicts a triumphant mounted figure mid-charge, rendered in a weathered gray finish that echoes aged bronze. With one hand raised in victory and the other com...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Italian Carved Marble Boar Sculpture
Located in Houston, TX
Italian Carved Marble Boar Sculpture.
We offer a well carved copy of the original Italian marble boar sculpture located in Florence Italy. This version...
Category
1920s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
Venetian Villas Michelangelo Muraro by Paolo Marton
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Venetian Villas Hardcover by Michelangelo Muraro (Author), Paolo Marton (Photographer).
Large heavy beautiful hardcover coffee table book.
A meticulously detailed survey of nearly 80...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Paper
French Terracotta Sculpture of a Classical Male
Located in Houston, TX
French terracotta sculpture of a classical male.
This stunning French terra cotta sculpture of a classical Roman male is expertly executed ...
Category
1920s French Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Terracotta, Wood
Italian Wall Lamp in White Porcelain, with Glass Shade
Located in Buggiano, IT
Italian wall lamp in white porcelain, with glass shade, original from 1930s
In working condition.
Equipped with original 20th century European wiring.
We recommend buyer consults an ...
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Porcelain, Glass
$134 Sale Price
34% Off
Polychromed Classical Styled Carved Garland or Festoon
Located in Nashville, TN
Hand carved wood architectural fragment . Polychromed in colors of gaiety .In style of ancient classical Roman garlands or festoons .
FESTOON CARVED IN WOOD CARVING OF A GARLAND ...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood
$780 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of 4 antique Jacob and Josef Kohn chairs from the early 20th century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This amazing set of 4 original antique Jacob and Josef Kohn chairs comes from the early 20th century and features beautiful drawings/motifs in the wood. They fit well in both classic...
Category
Early 20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood
Pair of 20th Century Roman Tulip Fluted Brass Candlesticks
Located in Germantown, MD
A Pair of 20th Century Tulip Fluted Brass Candlesticks
Measures 35" in width, 5" in depth and 16.5" in height.
Category
20th Century Unknown Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Brass
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
Petite Bronze Etruscan Reproduction Sculpture 1970s Italy
Located in San Diego, CA
A small Etruscan bronze statue circa the 1970s made in Italy mounted in a black stone base the base shows a crack and repair it can easily be replaced...
Category
20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Stone, Bronze
$156 Sale Price
20% Off
Comfortable and stylish vintage sheepskin leather armchair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This amazing sheepskin leather armchair can easily fit into almost any interior. With its straight lines and beautiful patina, this vintage armchair has a characteristic and stylish ...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Bust of Marcus Aurelus in Marble in marble and onyx, 20th century
Located in NICE, FR
Add a piece of history to your collection with this exquisite bust of Marcus Aurelus, sculpted in pure white marble and iridescent orange onyx. This bust is a classic depiction of on...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
Classic male torso in sculptural 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
Male torso carved on beautiful white Carrara marble, original model.
...
Category
1990s Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
Large Roman Style Bronze Figural Architectural Element
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large Roman style bronze figural architectural element, depicting a goddess holding on her head an acanthus column with a bronze urn cascading with ...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Bronze
$1,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of 2 Vintage Wooden Spindle Windsor Chairs from the 1970s
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here this set of 2 vintage wooden spindle Windsor chairs from the 1970s in English style.
These wonderful vintage Windsor chairs from the 1970s are not only perfect for use ...
Category
1970s Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood
Set of 3 French Rattan Vintage Design Armchairs from the 1950s
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered is this set of 3 luxurious French rattan vintage design armchairs from the 1950s.
This stunning set of vintage rattan chairs is a true eye-catcher, in our opinion. They are...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Rattan
Antique Pair of Cast Stone Recumbent Entrance Way or Garden Regal Lion Statues
Located in St. Louis, MO
Nice pair of Antique cast stone recumbent regal lions statues - sculptures , perfect for the entrance way or garden. Removed from a historic neighborhood in University City ( where ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cast Stone, Cement
Classical Alabaster Column Lamp
Located in Sheffield, MA
Monumental neoclassical carved Italian alabaster lamp in the shape of a column. Price for lamp with or without shade.
Measures: Lamp shade top 4.75"
Lamp shade bottom 23"
Lamp sha...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Alabaster
Pair of Tall Faux Sienna Marble Tuscan Style Columns
Located in Nashville, TN
With faux and real distress, faked and real cracks, crevices, nicks ,dings etc.
Tuscan, a Roman style with Doric influence. Simple entablature with no fluting to the shaft. Well de...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Scagliola
Wool Oriental-Style Rug with Stunning Patterns – 297x202 cm
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this beautiful wool rug in an oriental style with stunning patterns, measuring 297x202 cm.
Let your home shine with this exquisite rug, featuring rich colors and in...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wool
Gallery-Scale Framed Classical Horsemen Paneled Mural
Located in Dallas, TX
Make a dramatic statement with this stunning oversized artwork, featuring a striking black-on-ivory depiction of classical horsemen inspired by ancient friezes. Likely produced in th...
Category
1970s Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Textile, Wood
Michelangelo by William E. Wallace The Complete Sculpture Painting and Architect
By Michelangelo
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Michelangelo by William E. Wallace Hardcover Table Book The Complete Sculpture Painting and Architecture.
Easton Press Oversized Hardcover Book 1998.
With an engaging text by renowned Michelangelo scholar William E. Wallace, "Michelangelo: The Complete Sculpture, Painting, Architecture" brings together in one exquisite volume the powerful sculptures, the awe-inspiring paintings, and the classical architectural works of one of the greatest artists of all time. Including everything from his sculptures Pietas and David to his beautiful paintings of the Sistine Chapel and the Doni Tondo, the book provides an opportunity to view Michelangelo s work as never before, and to more fully understand the artist who, through his work, spoke of his life and times. The frescoes are specially printed on onion skin paper...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Paper
Pair of Early 20thC Hand Carved Carrara Marble Guardian Angels Praying
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Amazing pair of hand chisiled marble statues of kneeling guardian angels praying. Hand crafted in Italy from Carrara Marble in about the 1920s. These were kept in storage for a numbe...
Category
1920s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Carrara Marble
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
Vintage Pr Pop Art Large Faux Marble Modern Ear Lobe Heavy Sculptural Bookends
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Vintage Pop Art Large Pair of Heavy Sculptural Ear Lobe Bookends
Fabulous, Fun, oversized, substantial, postmodern sculptural and functional Ear lobe set of bookends. Engraved C2C
...
Category
1980s American Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Resin
Green Cowhide Leather Chesterfield Armchair in Classic English Style
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this very charming green cowhide leather Chesterfield armchair in classic English style.
This delightful green leather Chesterfield not only brings an elegant touch t...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
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
Large Italian Glazed Terracotta Urn with Stylized Horse
By Urbino Workshop
Located in Houston, TX
Large Italian Glazed Terracotta Urn with stylized Horse.
Italian glazed terracotta Urbino Maiolica style urn or vessel in muted colors with wel...
Category
1920s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
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
Classical Faux Marble Roundel with a Mask
Located in London, by appointment only
An extremely well-made copy of a classical mask after the antique, the face shown in high relief within a dished background and a border of Greek Key with discs to the four sides. No...
Category
20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Resin
Rug/Carpet with Beautiful Patterns – 283x200 cm
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here this beautiful oriental style rug/carpet featuring many intricate patterns, measuring 283x200 cm.
Bring warmth and character to your home with this stunning piece. It ...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cotton
French Set of Champleve Enameled Small Inkwell and Letter Opener
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a small bronze champleve enamel set of an inkwell and letter opener. Both of them depicts colorful hand painted flowers, “C” scrolls and foliages. The resting plate of the in...
Category
Early 20th Century French Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Bronze
$316 Sale Price / set
20% Off
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
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
Grande Busto Caracalla scolpito su bellissimo marmo bianco (made in italy)
Located in Tarquinia, IT
Scultura, busto imperatore, busto Caracalla, busto marmo, busto romano antico, arte romana, arte classica, arte greca, busto, marmo bianco Carrara, scultur...
Category
1990s Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
$8,188 Sale Price
20% Off
Early 20th Century Italian Carved Marble Pedestal Stand with Swivel Bowl
Located in Dallas, TX
This large antique two-piece marble stand with a bowl, crafted in Italy circa 1920, showcases a timeless classical Roman design. The jardinière features a large, rounded swivel basin...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
Tapestry with frame early 20th century
Located in Premariacco, IT
Embroidered tapestry with frame and double back iron for hanging on the wall.
Early 20th century period.
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$308 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid 20th Century Italian Burl Olive Arched Beveled Wall Mirrors
By Palladio
Located in Southampton, NJ
An unusual mid 20th century version of Classic Italian 'Serliana" shape Olive Burl-wood arched wall mirrors with distinct Palladian architecture design elements. Substantial construc...
Category
20th Century American Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Brass
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 for the toga, where the white veins give movement and realism to the cloth. S...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
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
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
Antique Italian Cherrywood Sofa
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Cherry wood center sofa, early '900.
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cherry
$1,685 Sale Price
22% Off
Italian baroque style Mirror with hand-carved gilt details, aged mirror glass
Located in San Francisco, CA
Beautiful ebonized hardwood frame with 22-karat water gilded leaf details and
a lovely crown. The mirror is probably from the late 1970s-early 1980s.
Category
1980s American Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Lacquer, Giltwood
$2,000 Sale Price
60% Off
Large Brass Horse Head Lamp "Caballinus"
Located in Norwalk, CT
Superb quality lamp featuring a heavy cast brass sculpture of a Roman-style horse head. Brass plaque attached to wooden base is engraved with the word CABALLINUS, horse in latin. Ver...
Category
1970s American Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Brass
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
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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