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Neoclassical Furniture

NEOCLASSICAL STYLE

Neoclassical design emerged in Europe in the 1750s, as the Age of Enlightenment reached full flower. Neoclassical furniture took its cues from the styles of ancient Rome and Athens: symmetrical, ordered, dignified forms with such details as tapered and fluted chair and table legs, backrest finials and scrolled arms.

Over a period of some 20 years, first in France and later in Britain, neoclassical design — also known as Louis XVI, or Louis Seize — would supersede the lithe and curvaceous Rococo or Louis XV style.

The first half of the 18th century had seen a rebirth of interest in classical antiquity. The "Grand Tour" of Europe, codified as a part of the proper education of a patrician gentleman, included an extended visit to Rome. Some ventured further, to sketch the ruins of ancient Greece. These drawings and others — particularly those derived from the surprising and rich archaeological discoveries in the 1730s and ’40s at the sites of the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum — caused great excitement among intellectuals and aesthetes alike.

Neoclassical furniture is meant to reflect both grace and power. The overall appearance of neoclassical chairs, tables and cabinetry is strong and rectilinear. These pieces are, in effect, classical architecture in miniature: chair and table legs are shaped like columns; cabinets are constructed with elements that mirror friezes and pediments.

Yet neoclassicism is enlivened by gilt and silver leaf, marquetry, and carved and applied ornamental motifs based on Greek and Roman sculpture: acanthus leaves, garlands, laurel wreaths, sheaves of arrow, medallions and chair splats are carved in the shapes of lyres and urns. Ormolu — or elaborate bronze gilding — was essential to French design in the 18th and 19th centuries as a cornerstone of the neoclassical and Empire styles.

As you can see from the furniture on these pages, there is a bit of whimsy in such stately pieces — a touch of lightness that will always keep neoclassicism fresh.

Find antique neoclassical furniture today on 1stDibs.

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Style: Neoclassical
Full Size Bed with Rush Wrapped Headboard Sidetrails and Footrail in Natural Oak
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Claret bed is the quintessential beach house bed but can also be used in your modern penthouse apartment, made in your choice of wood with hand wrapped r...
Category

2010s American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Rush, Oak

Art Deco Leo Armchair Lounge Chair Jacquard Velvet Handmade Portugal Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Leo Armchair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Leo puts a modern twist on the traditional armchair. The sumptuous upholstery in mint green...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Leather, Velvet, Oak, Bouclé, Cotton

Cup & Saucer decorated with bluebells. Nantgarw C1815.
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A particularly pleasing and restrained form of decoration for this period, which allows the beauty of the porcelain to be clearly seen. Nantgarw porcelain is particularly fine, and ...
Category

1810s Welsh Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

10 Arm White Murano Chandelier
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This beautiful 10 Arm Murano Chandelier shows the art and craftsmanship of the artistic glass manufactures and skilled masters in Murano, Italy . Each Part is unique in is manufactur...
Category

20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Art Glass

Sedna Wallpaper
Located in București, RO
The Sedna wallpaper model beautifully captures the first stretch of land that warmly embraces you upon your arrival at the Más A Tierra Island. It serves as your initial introduction...
Category

2010s Romanian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Other

Windsor Fan Back Brace Back Side Chairs by Tubb - Set of 4
Located in Parkesburg, PA
Windsor Fan Back Brace Back Side Chairs by Tubb - Set of 4 Hand Made, Pine Seat Bottoms, Hardwoods used for the Fan Back and Turned Legs Original Finish, Good Sturdy Condition, Nat...
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Original Antique Print After Thomas Stothard, circa 1900
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print after Stothard Lovely colors. Chromolithograph Published by Connoisseur, circa 1900 Unframed.
Category

Early 1900s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Paper

C1940 Bankers Dining Room Armchairs 3 Square Back Available
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous collection of hardwood bankers chairs often found in offices, jury rooms, conference centers etc. Created from oak maple and walnut these chairs are heavy duty quality seating, great for a dining area. 3 chairs available and have some variations to them, 3 are more square in the back. Different makers, some are gunlocke chair co...
Category

1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Maple, Oak, Walnut

Neoclassic Gilt Bronze Picture Wall Light by Gherardo Degli Albizzi
Located in Florence, Tuscany
Neoclassical picture light by Gherardo Degli Albizzi. Current production, 100% made in Italy by Italian craftsmen. Available in different dimension: 30, 40 and 60 cm. Customizable...
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2010s Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Thew Brushed Brass Wall Light with Ochre Glass Shade by Artig
Located in New York City, NY
This brass wall lamp is part of the Thew family - strong, sturdy, modern yet classically trained in the ethos of early 20th-century design. Made of hand-brushed brass with an ochre glass shade that gives off a warm translucent glow. Thew can live perfectly in your built-ins, hallway, or over your bedside table. -Brass E26 socket. 4.5W dimmable LED bulb included. -Choose wiring: hardwire or plugin -Choose cord color: off white, dark green, brown or custom color -Choose wire side: Left-side (facing), Right-side (facing) All Artig Lighting...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

French Directoire 6-Drawer Chiffonnier in Cherry, blue variations
Located in Landivy, FR
This Chiffonnier 6-drawer chest is a free hand crafted and modernized interpretation of the French Directoire style at the end of the 18th century. This period style is remarkable wi...
Category

2010s French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Cherry, Oak

Pair of Italian NeoClassic Nightstands
Located in Westwood, NJ
An Italian NeoClassic mahogany bedside commode or nightstand, the rectangular crossbanded top above three graduated drawers, on splayed legs. Dimensions: 27" W x 30" H x 20" D.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair of Louis XVI Style Nightstands
Located in Westwood, NJ
A French Louis XVI style neoclassical nightstand, with a pierced brass gallery and Bianco Carrara marble top, pull-out tray, single drawer with cast brass handles, square tapered leg...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass

Oval Burl and Mahogany Coffee Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Neoclassic style oval mahogany and burl veneer inlaid cocktail table, the oval top with two opposing end drawers, verdigris brass handles and a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Classical Polished King Size Bed
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classical polished veneered and crossbanded King size bed, the arched headboard of three crossbanded panels flanked by bound reeded carved columns, wi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Italian NeoClassic Oak Parquetry Desk, Natural
Located in Westwood, NJ
An Italian NeoClassic style starburst pattern parquetry desk with tapered legs. It has one center drawer flanked by two smaller drawers with Verde Bronze finished handles. Shown in...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Solid Light Oak Circular Coffee Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This solid wood coffee table is handcrafted of wood that retains its natural character, bearing the occasional knot, nick or crack where no two tables are exactly the same.
Category

2010s Mexican Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Oak

Classic Demilune Console, Rustic White
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classic walnut stained demilune console table with a molded edge, three square tapered legs, and a shaped shelf stretcher base. Dimensions: 34" W x 16" D x 32.75" H.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair of Neoclassic Column Form Pedestals
Located in Westwood, NJ
A pair of neoclassic style column-form pedestals with a reeded round top section, enclosing an interior with a single shelf and the lower squared section, fluted and also enclosing a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Small Classic Two-Tier Side Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
Small Classic rectangle two-tier side table with lipped top, tapered legs, and a shelf, has a “rustic” warm brown finish with subtle visual ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Classic Nightstand, Drift White
Located in Westwood, NJ
Classic nightstand, a wide rectangle side table with two drawers, brass hardware, and tapered feet, has a “drift” white painted finish with subtle...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Classic Narrow Side Table, Drift White
Located in Westwood, NJ
Classic narrow rectangle side table with two drawers, brass hardware, and tapered feet, with a “rustic” warm walnut finish with subtle visual distressing and hand-rubbed finish. D...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Classic Three-Tier Side Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
Classic three-tier side table - A small rectangle tiered end table with tapered feet, has a "rustic" warm brown walnut finish with subtle visual distre...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Classic Rustic Console Table, Walnut Finish
Located in Westwood, NJ
Classic rustic walnut stained console table with a shaped top with incurved ends, on square tapered legs with a long frieze drawer and shelf stretcher base. Dimensions: 60" W x 14" ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Queen White Oak Four Poster "Tulip Top" Bed with Turned Posts
Located in Tiverton, RI
The tulip top bed is one of our most popular, with a contiguous headboard and post height this bed is perfect for a smaller scale room. Featuring a cappe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Queen Hale Navy Painted Maple Cannonball Four Poster Bed with Flat Headboard
Located in Tiverton, RI
The Classic cannonball bed features the favorite round ball top bed posts with a merry cut-out flat headboard. This timeless Classic is perfect for gues...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Queen Antiqued Black Maple Four Poster Bed with Wear by Scott James Furniture
Located in Tiverton, RI
The Tulip Top bed is one of our most popular, with a contiguous headboard and post height this bed is perfect for a smaller scale room. Featuring a cappe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Neoclassical Style Metal Tissue Box Cover
Located in Sheffield, MA
Add style and the finishing touch to your countertop or nightstand with this antiqued gold toned top and grey ribbed metal body tissue box cover to pr...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

Square Velvet Le Tigre Down Fill Pillow in the Manner of Scalamandre
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Square shape animal motif tiger print pillow. The front features gorgeous thick velvet animal print. Back features a crisp cream. Down-filled. Knif...
Category

2010s American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Down

Workstead Helios ADA Sconce in Hand Finished Bronze
Located in Hudson, NY
A fixed, wall-mounted version of our classic Helios table lamp, this ADA compliant fixture is a sculptural object d’art. This sconce celebrates the celestial while maintaining a mini...
Category

2010s American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Nickel, Bronze, Brass

New Black Wrought Iron Curule Bench with Cushion, Savonarola, Throne
Located in Miami, FL
New black wrought iron curule bench with cushion, Savonarola, Throne. Cushion included.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Classical Style Painted Wastebasket or Planter, Sold Singly
Located in Sheffield, MA
Rustic and classical at the same time, painted iron waste basket or trash can or planter with wonderful patina, X-design. Waste basket, planter.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

Pair of Chartreuse Green Velvet Knife Edge Pillow Cases
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Offered is a pair of 22" x 22" pillow covers in a beautiful green cotton velvet. Like all velvets, the color will vary depending on the angle of light, from a light to medium green c...
Category

2010s American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Velvet, Down

Garden of Light
By Parke Custis Dougherty
Located in West Chester, PA
Oil on board of a women with parasol sitting in a garden filled with the light of the day.
Category

20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Neoclassical Style Rock Crystal Six-Light Chandelier
Located in Cypress, CA
Attractive neoclassical style hand-forged wrought iron dressed with hand-carved and polished rock crystal and smokey rock crystal six-light chandelier. A...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Wrought Iron

Roger Somville "Plage" Ou Le Celebre Gaillard d'arriere 1978, ‘Beach; Ink Ori
By Roger Somville
Located in Diest, Vlaams Brabant
Roger somville Pen drawing original in Indian ink Oosindische inkt 1923-2014 Schaarbeek brussels belgium Ca1978 dedicated to felicien Rops ( 1833-1898) "Plage" ou le celebre G...
Category

1970s Belgian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Paper

Wonderful Set of Five French Gold Gilt Carved Harp Lyre Back Regency Side Chairs
Located in Roslyn, NY
Wonderful set of FIVE (5) French gold gilt carved harp lyre back regency neoclassical dining or living room ladies side chairs Sold per chair Measu...
Category

1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Giltwood

Dos Gallos Custom Round Beehive Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom beehive pedestal table. As shown, in 60 inch diameter in walnut with an ebony finish and light distress. This particular piece is available off the floor. Can be made in any s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Walnut

3 Fine French Neoclassical Brass Flush Mounts with Fluted Glass Shades
Located in Long Island City, NY
Three French neoclassical gilded lacquered brass flush mounts with a fluted glass diffuser. Price is per piece and includes US re-wiring.
Category

Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Workstead Orbit Sconce in Hewn Brass
Located in Hudson, NY
The Orbit sconce is a modern interpretation of an early American candle form with a reflective spun brass disc rotating 320 degrees, the sconce can act ...
Category

2010s American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Nickel, Bronze, Brass

'Libertine' Full Length Mirror in American Walnut
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Large and luxurious, the Libertine mirror stands lightly on its tapered legs. Leave it open in the ‘compass’ position, or fold it flat to lean against t...
Category

2010s American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Pair of French Sconces by Lunel , 4 Pairs available
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of neoclassical Maison Lunel French wall sconces with original white opaline shade, circa 1950s. Projection to the wall :6" Maximum wattage : 40 watt per bulb. US wired and in w...
Category

Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Dos Gallos Custom Walnut Wood Bobbin Bed with Turned Spindle Head & Foot Boards
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom king-size bobbin bed in walnut. Can be made in a variety of sizes and finishes. As shown in medium walnut. Made in Los Angeles by Dos Gallos Studio. ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Gaetano Cecere Plaster Sculpture Wood Base #36
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Gaetano Cecere N.A. was born in New York on November 26th, 1894, to Ralph Cecere and Catherine La Rocca. He studied with Hermon A. MacNeil at the Beaux-Arts Institute of Design. His service during World War I earned him a Soldier’s Medal...
Category

1930s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Italian 19th Century Big Size Florence Architectural Hand-Coloured Print
Located in Scandicci, Florence
A rare extra-large print, printed on engraving paper with an antique star press and watercoloured by hand representing an antique capital. The capital'...
Category

1840s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Paper

20th Century Italian Neoclassical Style Giltwood Wall Brackets or Shelves
Located in Firenze, IT
This pair of wall brackets or little shelves come from a private house here in Florence, the owner commissioned them to match them with the design of a pair of antique 17th century w...
Category

20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Giltwood

1960s French Neoclassical Hand Brass and Opaline Glass Sconces, 3 Pair Available
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of French neoclassical wall sconces figuring a hand holding a globe. 3 pair available. Each takes one light bulb with max. 60 watts. US wired and in working condition. Back ...
Category

1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Italian Modern Neoclassical Style Brass Chiavari Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Italian Modern neoclassical style brass chiavari chair. This stunning Italian Chiavari chair is newly upholstered in a lovely white mohair fabric. Our Italian brass chair is ...
Category

1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Set of Six Ebonized Neoclassical Style Klismos Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic set of six klismos dining chairs featuring a a hardwood frame with an ebonized lacquer finish in a dark grey tone. The frames have a classic tablet back and saber style legs...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

English Wedgwood Jasperware Bowl Neoclassical
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful English Wedgwood Jasperware sage green and white matte stoneware bowl, in the Neoclassical design style, circa mid- to late 20th century, E...
Category

20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

French Beech Wood Faux Bamboo Wall Mirror
Located in Barcelona, ES
French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Turned Wood Mirror Faux Bamboo Framed, in the style of Jean-Michel Frank. France, 1930s-1940s. This mirror fea...
Category

20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Faux Bamboo, Mirror, Wood, Beech

Set of Four Michael Taylor Montecito Chairs with Two Ottomans
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Impressive patio and garden suite designed by Michael Taylor Designs consisting of four Montecito armchairs and two matching ottomans. The iconic set is constructed from solid alumin...
Category

20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Leather and Brass Tusk Coffee Table by Maitland Smith
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This gorgeous, leather covered coffee table is an exemplary example of Classic Maitland-Smith craftsmanship. The coffee table is covered in leather with hand painted tiger striping,...
Category

20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

The Bolection B: A Classical Stone Fireplace Profile with Shelf and Plinths
Located in Chicago, IL
The Bolection B carved stone fireplace features a classical Bolection-style profile, curving out and then back in. Additional layers of molding add to the visual interest. The top s...
Category

2010s American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Limestone

Richard Frinier for Brown Jordan Florentine Garden Dining Suite
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Exceptional wrought aluminum patio and garden dining suite designed by Richard Frinier for Brown Jordan. The Florentine collection set consists of six dining armchairs and one oval d...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Table Lamps by Philippe Barbier, France, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pair of Philippe Barbier's exquisite table lamps in green lacquer and chrome. Each lamp features a luxurious green lacquered sphere paired with sleek chrome accents. Inspired by neo-...
Category

1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stone, Chrome

Neoclassical Russian Table
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Fine 19th Century Russian Mahogany and Gilt Brass Pedestal Base Library Table. Beautiful mahogany veneers and brass mounts. One drawer. Urn pedestal resting on base with hairy pa...
Category

19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Cognac Leather Dining Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
A masterpiece that brings a touch of elegance and sophistication to your dining experience. This chair is a harmonious blend of classic design and modern craftsmanship, featuring a b...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Neoclassical furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical 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 lighting, decorative objects, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Edward F. Caldwell & Co., Wedgwood, Carpanese Home Italia, and Workstead. 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 $20 and tops out at $4,125,484 while the average work can sell for $3,450.

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