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
Antique Roman Bronze Rare Architects Geometrical Compass/Divider 3.AD
Located in Doha, QA
Extremely rare and one of a kind ancient Roman bronze geometrical compass/divider. It is in an excellent condition for its age. The Compass is displayed on a dark marble block with a...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Stone, Bronze
Piero Fornasetti "Nummus" Green Porcelain Plate Mid-Century Modern
By Fornasetti
Located in North Miami, FL
This vintage Fornasetti plate is numbered three and is from the collection of the Roman coin series. All hallmarked on the back. This is a ver...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
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
Elegant Pair of French Cast Iron Urns, circa 1850
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Classical pair of 19th century cast iron urns or planters with a dark silver/grey patina.
Category
19th Century French Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Metal
Green Cowhide Leather and Wooden Vintage Design Armchair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This green cowhide leather design armchair from the 1960s is a fantastic eye-catcher that fits seamlessly into almost any interior. It is the Lotus 1611 model, designed by Rob Parry ...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Leather, Wood
Sheepskin Wingback Chair with Warm Tones
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this elegant and generously sized sheepskin wingback armchair featuring warm tones and a refined finish with black piping.
The chair showcases a graceful design and...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Small Decorative Rug – Mainly Red – 65 x 71 cm
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Let your home shine with this beautiful rug. It features lovely colors and stunning details. These kinds of rugs are not only popular for living rooms, but also work wonderfully in b...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cotton
Antique English Bench/Chest with Red Tufted Seat
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this unique antique English bench/chest with beautiful wood carving and a red upholstered tufted seat.
This unique and very charming piece is incredibly versatile. I...
Category
19th Century Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Textile, Wood
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 4 Sheepskin Leather Club Chairs
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this characterful and unique set of 4 sheepskin leather club armchairs with a stunning color scheme. A rare opportunity not only for someone looking for four sheepski...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
$5,669 / set
Rare Victorian Hand-Painted Italian Venetian Uplighter Floor Standing Lamp
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare hand-painted Victorian Italian Venetian floor standing uplighter conversion
Originally designed for Victorian candlesticks buts ...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
$2,133 Sale Price
30% Off
Luxurious Antique English Wooden Book Carousel on Wheels – Late 19th Century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This charming English antique book carousel fits seamlessly into almost any interior, whether at home or in an office setting. It offers the perfect styl...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood
Very Beautiful Large Antique English Oak Book Carousel on Original Wheels
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This stunning antique English book carousel is made of oak and is the perfect addition for any book and interior enthusiast! It fits seamlessly into almo...
Category
19th Century Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood
Roman 100-400 AD Ancient Greenish Glass Swirled Sprinkler Flask In Perfect Shape
Located in Miami, FL
Ancient Roman glass flask bottle.
An stupendous ancient glass flask, created during the Roman imperial period, between the 100 to 400 AD. Crafted in blown bi-color glass with spirals and swirled decorations.
Measures: Height of 5.25 inches and a base diameter of 3 inches (133 mm by 76 mm).
Ancient Roman Glass
A large part of the ancient glass work repertoire was designed for table use, in particular for carrying and serving water and wine at banquets. Jugs, one of the most frequently used containers, existed in various dimensions (the smaller examples would contain condiments, the largest ones beverages) and shapes: a spherical or more elongated body, a flat or higher, molded base, a trefoil-shaped or circular and elaborate mouth. This example can certainly be dated to the Late Roman period because of the pale, greenish hue of the glass, the simple form of the base, wide mouth, indented rim and especially the presence of the spiraling patterns in low relief which are clearly visible on the body, having appeared as an ornament in glass work from the 4th century onward.
Provenance: Saint Louis Museum Missouri, ascension date 1960, acc no 59.87; T.K. Asian antiquities gallery, Williamsburg Virginia; purchased by James & Nancy Markell, Virginia 1980; by descent to Lauren Markland, Fort Lauderdale, FL.; acquired in Palm Beach, FL. in March 7, 2020.
Note: Similar examples are in collections of the british museum in london and the metropolitan museum of new york city.
Note: It is perfect condition with light natural iridescent, with no cracks or previous repairs.
Condition: The overall condition of this ancient bottle...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass
$937 Sale Price
25% Off
Subtle Decorative Rug with Dark Tones – 162x86 cm
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Let your home shine with this beautiful rug. It features lovely colors and stunning details. These types of rugs are not only a sought-after item for the living room but also a great...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cotton
Antique Italian Marble Bust of Augustus Caesar
Located in Newark, England
Grey Marble Socle
From our Sculpture collection, we are delighted to offer this exceptional Antique Italian Marble Bust Augustus Caesar. The bust...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble, Carrara Marble
Antique 19th-Century English Tilt-Top Table / Side Table
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this charming antique 19th-century English tilt-top table / side table with a round top.
This atmospheric round English tilt-top table dates back to the 19th centur...
Category
19th Century Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood
Large Pair of Hand-Carved Medici Style Marble Urns
Located in Southall, GB
A highly decorative and imposing pair of marble hand-carved urns. Depicting a classical scene including dogs and winged figures which make up the middle section of the urn, with exqu...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble
$30,348 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Screen of Paintings of Saint Peter's Square in Rome, 20th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Screen of Paintings of Saint Peter's Square in Rome, 20th Century.
Screen with six oil on canvas paintings of Saint Peter's Square in Rome, 20th cen...
Category
20th Century European Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood
Armchair Made of Sheepskin Leather
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this elegant and stately armchair made of sheepskin leather, offering excellent seating comfort.
This wonderful armchair has, as is typical for sheepskin leather, de...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Ceramic Vase Byzantine Hand Painted Majolica Italy Contemporary 21st Century
Located in London, GB
Bottega Vignoli, Byzantium vase, 2022 Full-fire reduction earthenware 17cm x 37cm height. unique piece hand-painted Italian majolica.
Bottega Vignoli is a brand of artistic ceramics...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica
$2,926 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Antique Italian Micromosaic Plaque Depicting the Capitoline Doves
Located in London, GB
This Fine, circular micromosaic plaque shows four doves drinking water from a golden bowl, upon which they perch. The Classical design for the mosaic is taken from one found in the Roman Emperor Hadrian's villa in the 2nd century AD. Hadrian's mosaic, which was on the floor as is traditional, was probably based on a design by Sosus of Pergamon, a Greek master artist. Known as the Capitoline Doves...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Glass
Antique French Coffee Table
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this charming and practical antique French coffee table with striking colors and a beautiful patina. This delightful antiqu...
Category
19th Century Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood
Bronze figure of Augustus after Roman period original
Located in London, GB
Known as the ‘Augustus of Prima Porta,’ the original bronze version of this sculpture was created c. 20 BCE. That original has been lost since antiquity but is known today from a mar...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Antique English Chest of Drawers / Chest-on-Chest from the 18th Century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this uncommon classic low antique English chest of drawers, also known as a chest-on-chest, from the 18th century. This beautiful antique English oak chest consists o...
Category
18th Century Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique 18th-Century English Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this beautiful antique 18th-century English oak chest of drawers with original details. This stunning antique English chest, crafted from oak in the 18th century, mak...
Category
18th Century Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood
Art Deco 2.5-Seater Leather Sofa
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this Art Deco Schuitema 2.5-seater leather designer sofa from the Decoforma series, featuring unique woodwork. This stunning Art Deco sofa is made by the top Dutch br...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Black/Grey Club Chair Made of Sheepskin Leather
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this stylish, unique, and subtle black/grey club armchair made of sheepskin leather with a beautiful patina. This stunning and understated black/grey sheepskin leathe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Cowhide Leather Chesterfield Aviator Armchair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this unique and timeless, exclusive cowhide leather Delta Chesterfield Aviator armchair with a beautiful color combination. This one-of-a-kind and timeless Delta Ches...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
Sheepskin Leather Club Chair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this charming and comfortable sheepskin leather club armchair with beautiful colors. A great opportunity not only for someone looking for a sheepskin leather club cha...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Austrian .800 Silver Candelabra / Epergne 3D Man with Axe 87.9 ozt Vienna #6492
Located in Big Bend, WI
Austrian .800 Silver
Incredible Austrian .800 silver 6-light candelabra / epergne from Vienna, Austria (maker unknown). This massive piece features a three dimensional man holding...
Category
Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
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
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
Tall Corinthian Column Wood Pedestal Stand
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Bring a touch of classical architecture into your home with this impressive Corinthian Column Pedestal. This classic column style stand features wood on all sides. Certainly makes a ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood
$760 Sale Price
41% Off
"Photograph of a Grecian Bust" by John Dugdale
By John Dugdale
Located in NYC, NY
"Photograph of a Grecian bust" is a cyanotype print by John Dugdale, edition 2/6. The print is 16" x 20" matted and framed to 24" x 27.5".
Category
20th Century American Classical Roman Furniture
Vintage Sheepskin Wingback Exceptional Comfort
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Are you looking for a comfortable sheepskin wingback chair with warm colors, beautifully finished with decorative nail trim, and featuring a loose seat cushion? If so, you may have f...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Concrete Domestic Landscape Fusto Console Yellow Cream 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 eight diff...
Category
2010s Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Concrete
Italian White Glazed Porcelain Urn Vase Glased Porcelain by Bassano, circa 1930
By Bassano
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Italian White Glazed Porcelain Urn Vessel or Vase Glased Porcelain by Bassano, circa 1930.
Category
20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$283 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of 2 French Rattan Vintage Design Armchairs from the 1950s
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this set of 2 luxurious French rattan vintage design armchairs from the 1950s.
This stunning set of vintage rattan armchairs is, in our opinion, a true eye-catcher. ...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Rattan
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
$8,314 Sale Price
20% Off
Cognac-Colored Sheepskin Leather Club Chair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered: this tough, timeless, cognac-colored sheepskin leather club armchair with an amazing vintage look.
Thanks to its warm color, this stunning sheepskin leather club chair has a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
English Chesterfield Wingback Chair in Cowhide Leather
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered: this elegant, smooth, and comfortable English Chesterfield wingback armchair made of cowhide leather, with graceful legs.
This stylish English Chesterfield wingback chair of...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
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
18th-century Southern European antique farmhouse coffee table
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered: this sturdy 18th-century Southern European antique farmhouse coffee table with a characterful patina.
This impressive antique farmhouse coffee table is a fantastic addition ...
Category
18th Century Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique English double-based oak side table / sideboard
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered: this beautiful antique English double-based oak side table / sideboard with a classic base.
This stunning antique side table / sideboard, made of oak, is a true showpiece fo...
Category
19th Century Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood, Oak
Black/grey sheepskin leather club chair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered: this unique and subtle black/grey sheepskin leather club armchair with a beautiful patina.
This understated black/grey armchair, made of sheepskin leather, easily fits into ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Cowhide leather aviator armchair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered: this timeless and exclusive cowhide aviator design armchair with a unique color scheme.
This unique and timeless armchair, made from cowhide leather, is a true eye-catcher a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
Set of 2 Green Vintage Leather English Chesterfield Armchairs Combined with Wood
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This set of two vintage cowhide leather Chesterfield armchairs exudes the beloved timeless English class and style. They feature a graceful design, a bold green color, and are beauti...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Leather, Wood
Set of 2 club chairs made of sheepskin leather
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered: this comfortable set of 2 club armchairs made of sheepskin leather with a beautiful color scheme.
A great opportunity not only for those looking to furnish their home, but a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
$2,651 / set
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
Antique Handcrafted Terracotta Pitcher, Rustic Amphora Roman Style Clay Vessel
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 French Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Clay
Complete Set Sheepskin Leather Art Deco Design 2-Seater Sofa and 2 Armchairs
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this fantastic complete set of sheepskin leather Art Deco design furniture, consisting of a 2-seater sofa and two matching armchairs. A unique opportunity for true en...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin, Wood
Very Comfortable Sheepskin Leather Armchair in a Beautiful Dark Warm Color
Located in Harderwijk, NL
For those who want to relax in classic charm and comfort, this sheepskin leather armchair is the perfect addition. Its stunning dark warm color and buttoned backrest give it the belo...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
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
Hand-knotted rug with patterns and colors – 244x139cm
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered: this hand-knotted Oriental rug with beautiful patterns and colors, measuring 244x139 cm.
Let your home shine with this stunning rug. It features rich colors and exquisite de...
Category
20th Century Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Textile
Set of 2 subtle black/grey sheepskin leather club chairs
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered: this unique set of 2 subtle black/grey sheepskin leather club armchairs with a beautiful patina.
This pair of understated black/grey sheepskin leather armchairs blends easil...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
English antique oak chest of drawers with 5 drawers from the 18th century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered: this beautiful, large English antique oak chest of drawers/commode with 5 drawers from the 18th century.
This fantastic large antique English oak chest is fitted with its or...
Category
18th Century Antique Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Wood, Oak
Set of 2 cowhide leather armchairs
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered: this exclusive set of cowhide aviator design armchairs with a unique color scheme and timeless design.
This set of unique and timeless designer armchairs, made from cowhide ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
Sheepskin leather club chair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered: this desirable sheepskin leather club armchair with beautiful colors and a comfortable seat.
A great opportunity not only for those looking for a sheepskin club chair for th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
Set of 2 sheepskin leather club chairs
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered: this set of 2 attractive sheepskin leather club armchairs with beautiful colors and comfortable seating.
A great opportunity not only for those looking to furnish their home...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Classical Roman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
$2,799 / set
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.