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.
Find a collection of Classical Roman decorative objects, tables, seating and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Style: Classical Roman
Period: 20th Century
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
Early 20th Century Capodimonte Porcelain Double Socket Table Lamp
Located in San Francisco, CA
Early 20th century capodimonte porcelain double socket table lamp
Beautiful hand painted mythological Roman scenes featuring Romulus and Re...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Beautiful, Elegant Antique Wooden Spindle Windsor Chair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This exquisite antique Windsor dining chair has developed a wonderful patina over the years. It features a spindled backrest and a beautifully shaped seat. Not only is it functional,...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood
Plaster Skinned Anatomical Figure, circa 1900s, Ellegible Signature
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Plaster Skinned Anatomical Figure, circa 1900s, Ellegible Signature
Category
Early 20th Century Andorran Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Plaster
Herma Hadrian carved on whiteCarrara marble, bust rouge France base bardiglio
Located in Tarquinia, IT
hadrian bust, Hadrian marble, Hadrian herma, sculpted bust made in Italy.
herma emperor Hadrian.
head carved on white carrara
bust carved on France Red
apuan bardiglio turned base
we...
Category
1990s Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
Craved Rock Crystal Figure of Venus, 20th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A beautiful carved and polished small rock crystal figure of Venus, probably Italy, carved after the antique, early to mid-20th century.
The nak...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Rock Crystal
Vintage Needlepoint Nude Venus after Rokeby Venus
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Beautiful needlepoint nude. After Rokebay Venus. From an estate out of Miami, Fl.
Category
20th Century Unknown Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Yarn
Classical Hand-Carved Vintage Marble Table Lamp – Wired for USA (No Shade)
Located in Milano, IT
This beautiful classical hand-carved vintage marble table lamp is a stunning addition to any decor. Crafted with intricate detail, the lamp ...
Category
20th Century French Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
Bust Julius Caesar carved on white and cipolin marble -made in Italy
Located in Tarquinia, IT
Sculpture, emperor bust, Caesar bust, Julius Caesar bust, ancient Roman bust, Roman art, classical art, Greek art, bust, white Carrara marble, classical sculpture, ancient sculpture,...
Category
1990s Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
Cognac-Colored Cowhide Leather Wingback Chair in English Style
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this stylish and well-maintained cognac-colored cowhide leather wingback armchair in classic English style with decorative studs.
This beautiful armchair features a...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
Large Brass Corinthian Column Table Lamp This is a very attractive piece
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large Brass Corinthian Column Table Lamp
This is a very attractive piece, the lamp has a single fluted column set on a very attractive stepped base
This is an attractive piece with...
Category
1960s Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Brass
Green English-Style Cowhide Leather Chesterfield Armchair with Wood
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this timeless and classic green English-style Chesterfield armchair made of cowhide leather with wooden accents.
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your interior w...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Leather, Wood
Large Vintage Wool Rug – 350x250cm
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this large vintage wool rug in an Oriental style, featuring calm, muted colors, measuring 350x250 cm.
Let your home shine with the charm of this beautiful piece. It...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wool
Large Pink/Red Wool Rug – 345x250 cm
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this large, luxurious Oriental rug made of wool in mainly pink and red tones, measuring 345x250 cm.
Let your home shine with this elegant and vibrant piece. It feat...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wool
Large Footed Brass Service Tray for Bar or Table
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Exceptional brass handled footed tray for service or use for bar.
Hammered tray with grapevine trimmed edge.
Large piece measuring 31in long x 17in wide x 2in tall.
Warm aged pati...
Category
Mid-20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Brass, Copper
Gray Leather Vintage Design Armchair from the 1970s
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This stylish armchair comes from the 1970s and features a beautiful vintage look combined with excellent lounge seating comfort. Due to years of use, it has acquired some signs of we...
Category
1970s Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather
Set of 2 vintage Japanese lacquered side tables
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Bring a touch of oriental style and timeless elegance into your home with this beautiful set of 2 vintage Japanese lacquered side tables. They can be easily placed in almost any inte...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood
Bust Apollon
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Beautiful glazed terracotta bust of Apollon. This beautiful and elegant off-white bust made in Spain around the 50’s will be a prominent element of your dec...
Category
20th Century Spanish Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Plaster
$825
Sheepskin Leather Club Chair with Black Piping
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this stylish sheepskin leather club armchair with black piping, in excellent condition. This elegant club chair is made of sheepskin leather and is in superb shape — ...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Patinated Bronze Coffee Table Fitted with a Stone Mosaic Top
Located in Montreal, QC
Interesting patinated bronze rectangular coffee table fitted with an antique Classical Roman style stone mosaic top representing two bi...
Category
20th Century European Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Stone, Bronze
A Plaster Bust of Seneca
Located in Atlanta, GA
Roman philosopher Lucius Annaeus Seneca the Younger, usually known as Seneca, was a Stoic philosopher of Ancient Rome, a statesman, dramatist, and in one work, satirist, from the pos...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Plaster
$1,560
Charming original vintage Thonet bistro design chair with armrests
By Thonet
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this charming original vintage Thonet bistro design chair with armrests.
This charming chair is made with a bentwood frame and features a woven cane seat. It fits ea...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cane, Wood
Set of 2 black/grey sheepskin design armchairs
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This set of two black/grey armchairs made of sheepskin can be easily placed in almost any interior due to their design and timeless appearance. They are equipped with a loose seat cu...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
$3,329 / set
Set of 2 Club Chairs Made from Cowhide Leather
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this set of 2 elegant and stylish English-style club armchairs made from cowhide leather.
Crafted from high-quality cowhide leather, these armchairs are a beautiful...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
$2,740 / set
Venetian Villas Michelangelo Muraro by Paolo Marton
Located in North Hollywood, 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
Pair of Gilt Patinated Metal Ecclesiastical Style Candleholders, circa 1920s
Located in Germantown, MD
A unique pair of gilt ormolu patinated metal candleholders in the ecclesiastical style.
Good antique condition.
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Metal
Good Pair Brass Corinthian Column Lamps
Located in Swadlincote, GB
A very nice pair of brass column lamps with marble bases, rewired and ready to use. In overall very good condition.
26" high
6.5" square
35" high with shades
Free Delivery To UK Ma...
Category
Early 20th Century English Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble, Brass
$1,212 / set
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
Large and Distinctive Blue Hand-Knotted Oriental Rug – 343x223 cm
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this large and distinctive blue hand-knotted Oriental rug, measuring 343x223 cm.
Let your home shine with this stunning rug. It features beautiful colors and exquisi...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cotton
Club Chair in Cowhide Leather
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this stylish and elegant club armchair, crafted from high-quality cowhide leather and finished with luxurious decorative nail trim.
This sophisticated piece is a st...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
Head 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
Classic antique style cup -turned in white Carrara marble -made Italy
Located in Tarquinia, IT
Marble bowl, antique classical bowl, sculpture, marble, marble furniture, marble fruit bowl, white marble bowl, Carrara marble bowl, classical bowl.
Classical-style cup hand-turned o...
Category
1990s Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Carrara Marble
Vintage Clear Marbro Amphora Murano Table Lamp
Located in North Miami, FL
Extraordinary example of Marbro lamps in urn design mounted on square chrome base. Two sockets. Shade NOT included.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Leonardo Da Vinci Hardcover Book by Patrice Boussel
By Leonardo da Vinci
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Leonardo Da Vinci Hardcover Book by Patrice Boussel.
Discusses Leonardo the man and painter, provides an analysis of his thinking as revealed in his...
Category
20th Century French Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Paper
Altorilievo battaglia romana in marmo bianco di Carrara
Located in Tarquinia, IT
Scultura, altorilievo, bassorilievo, busto romano antico, arte romana, arte classica, arte greca, busto, marmo bianco Carrara, scultura classica, altorilievo scolpito, scultura antic...
Category
1990s Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
Single Column French Brass Table Lamp
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Single Column French Brass Table Lamp
This unusual Lamp is set on a stepped base and comes with its original tall hand made lampshade.
The lamp i...
Category
1920s Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Brass
Comfortable Cognac-Colored Sheepskin Leather Armchair with Straight Lines
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This fantastic sheepskin leather armchair is a true eye-catcher that, if you ask us, should not be missing in any interior. It features straight, sleek lines and a stunning cognac co...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Pair of Watercolor Paintings in the style of Pompeian Wall or Ceiling Decoration
Located in Morristown, NJ
20th c., an unusual pair of watercolors in the style of Pompeian wall of ceiling decor. Both are on paper mounted on board in plexiglass shadow box frame...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Plexiglass, Wood, Paint, Paper
Vintage Rug with Beautiful Light Colors and Patterns – 245x168 cm
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here this vintage rug with beautiful light colors and patterns, measuring 245x168 cm.
Let your home shine with this stunning rug!
It features lovely colors and exquisite det...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cotton
Vintage Armchair Made of Sheepskin Leather
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this comfortable and stylish vintage armchair made of sheepskin leather with a unique character.
This wonderful armchair is crafted from sheepskin leather and featur...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Cowhide Leather Wingback Chair in Light Cognac Color
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Looking for a charming and stylish place to relax? Then this full-grain leather wingback armchair is a fantastic addition to your home! Its light cognac color and matching piping giv...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
Specimen Marble Cocktail Table with a Custom Iron Base
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This table is comprised of multiple specimen marble squares measuring 1.75" X 1.75". The table top rests inset the base and is raised .75" from the base. The marble specimens represe...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble, Iron
Sheepskin Wingback Chair with Warm Tones and Black Piping
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this large and luxurious sheepskin wing chair featuring a beautiful warm color palette and finished with elegant nailhead trim and black piping. This stunning, spacio...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Vintage Hand-Knotted Rug with Patterns – 172x88cm
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this beautiful vintage hand-knotted Oriental rug with charming patterns and lovely colors, measuring 172x88cm. Let your home shine with this stunning rug. It features...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cotton
Runner/Rug in Predominantly Blue Tones – 148x40cm
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this subtle, soft, and elegant Oriental-style runner/rug in predominantly blue tones, measuring 148x40cm. Brighten up your home with this beautiful piece. It features...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cotton
Large Marble Corinthian Column Table Lamp
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Very Tall Marble Corinthian Column Table Lamp
This is very heavy piece it is made in solid marble and brass, the lamp has a single fluted mar...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
Vintage Hollywood Regency Side/Coffee Table with Glass Top
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Beautiful Vintage Hollywood Regency Side/Coffee Table with Glass Top and Gold/Silver Mirrored Edge.
This beautiful table can be easily placed in almost any interior in the space of ...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Glass
Charming and Characterful Subtly Patinated Sheepskin Leather Armchair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This charming and subtle sheepskin leather armchair is full of character and features lovely details. It is a timeless gem that will feel at home in almost any interior. The armchair...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Rug in Pink and Dark Blue with a Stunning Pattern – 240x170 cm
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here this beautiful rug in mainly pink and dark blue with a stunning pattern, measuring 240x170 cm.
Let your home shine with this gorgeous rug!
It features lovely colors and...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cotton
Hand-Knotted Square Rug with Red Tones – 63x61 cm
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this hand-knotted, square oriental decorative rug in beautiful shades of red, measuring 63x61 cm. Brighten up your home with this stunning piece, featuring vibrant co...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cotton
Subtle Wool Rug in Dark Blue – 139x66 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
Wool
Green Vintage Cowhide Leather English Chesterfield Armchair Combined with Wood
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This vintage leather Chesterfield armchair exudes the beloved timeless English class and style. It features a graceful design, a bold green color scheme, and is neatly finished with ...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
Square Decorative Rug in Predominantly Red and Blue – 105x98 cm
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this square decorative rug in oriental style, featuring refined patterns in predominantly red and blue tones, measuring 105x98 cm. Brighten up your home with this bea...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cotton
Set of 2 Antique Wooden and Sheepskin Leather Dining Chairs from the Early 1900s
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this set of 2 antique wooden and sheepskin leather dining chairs with a beautiful patina, dating from the early 1900s. These fantastic antique chairs have a striking ...
Category
Early 20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin, Wood
Set of 2 Chairs from the Early 20th Century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this set of 2 original Jacob & Josef Kohn bentwood Thonet design chairs from the early 20th century, featuring beautiful wood carvings. These stunning antique chairs ...
Category
Early 20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood
Black/Grey Sheepskin Leather Design Armchair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this stylish and timeless black/grey sheepskin leather design armchair with a comfortable seat. This black armchair, crafted from sheepskin leather, features a timele...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
20th Century Turned and Polished Set of Two 16" Tall Granite Urns / Planters
Located in Toledo, OH
Set of two 16" granite turned and polished planters / urns in shades of rose and gray. Slightly different in shape and opening size but work well together. Very good condition, ready...
Category
20th Century Unknown Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Granite
Beautiful Rug with Mainly Red Tones and Elegant Patterns – 217 x 128 cm
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Let your home shine with this stunning rug. It features rich colors and intricate details. Rugs like this are not only highly sought-after for living rooms, but also make a stylish a...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cotton
Set of 2 Green Cowhide Leather English Chesterfield Armchairs
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this set of 2 timeless, classic green cowhide leather English Chesterfield armchairs with wooden accents.
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your interior with the...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Leather, Wood
Charming and Comfortable Cowhide Leather Club Chair in a Light Cognac Color
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This fantastic cowhide leather club chair is a true all-rounder and, if you ask us, a must-have in any interior. Its beautiful light cognac color and matching piping give it a timele...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
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.