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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
Color:  Gold
Set of 3 Maison Baguès Nesting Table
Located in Miami, FL
Set of 3 Maison Baguès nesting table, bronze bamboo shape, original cloudy mirrors Dimensions: 20 W / 14 D / 16 H 18 / 13 / 15 17 / 12 / 14.
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Baccarat Spiral Urn Form Table Lamp
By Paul Haasen, Baccarat
Located in Norwood, NJ
Baccarat spiral urn form table lamp. Baccarat style urn or vase form lamp on square black veined marble base with subtle gilt bronze embellishments, by...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

Pair of Louis the 16th Style Bronze Wall Lights with Ribbons, French, circa 1950
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of Louis the 16th style wall sconces is made of bronze. These wall lights are very decorative, they have a large noddle on top with twisted ribbons going from top to bottom...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Pair Tall French Antique Bronze Floor Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of tall French antique bronze floor lamps.
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19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Pair 19th Century French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Wall Sconces
Located in Stamford, CT
A very fine pair of bronze dore' neoclassical style two arm wall sconces with the head of a Roman or Greek bearded god. The beautifully cast and chased head crowned...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Pair of Elkington & Co Gilt Bronze Neoclassical Jardiniere/Champagne Ice Buckets
Located in New York, NY
Fine pair of signed Elkington & Co gilt bronze Neoclassical Jardinière/Champagne ice buckets or wine coolers. Depicting new classical Roman figures and subjects with lions and leopar...
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1890s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Gold, Bronze

Russian 19th Century Neoclassical Style Bronze, Ormolu and Glass Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and extremely decorative Russian early 19th century Neo-Classical st. patinated bronze, ormolu and cobalt blue glass eight arm chandelier. The chandelier displays a most i...
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19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze, Ormolu

Pair of Maison Jansen Style Two Patina Bronze Neoclassical Floor Lamp Tripod
Located in Miami, FL
Neoclassical two patina bronze floor lamp with a tripod claw feet base, made in france in the 1950s. Original European wired takes one regular Light bulb or LED comes with a foot sw...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Centerpiece 'Atlantes' Bronze, Marble and Glass
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Centerpiece (Atlantes) bronze, marble and glass materials: portore marble, gilt bronze and glass Origin Italy circa 1930 neoclassical perfect condi...
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1930s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

French 19th Century Neoclassical Style Patinated Bronze Bust
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome French 19th century Neo-Classical st. patinated bronze, ormolu and marble bust of David. The bust is raised by an elegant circular marble socle pedestal with a fine mottle...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Pair of Gilt Bronze Standing Floor Lamps
Located in London, GB
Each floor lamp in this pair is constructed from gilt bronze and designed in a neoclassical manner to imitate the appearance of a Corinthian column. Each lamp is formed from a fluted...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

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Ormolu, Bronze

French Renaissance Style Gilt Bronze and Enamel Mounted Onyx Longcase Clock
Located in London, GB
French Renaissance style gilt bronze and enamel mounted onyx longcase clock French, late 19th century Measures: Height 126cm, width 37cm, depth 30cm This colourful longcase clock was created in France in the late 19th Century. It has been crafted from red marble and green onyx and decorated with gilt bronze and champlevé enamel. The clock consists of a circular enamel dial, mounted onto a cube-shaped case, placed on a tall body which is set on a short marble plinth. The circular clock dial features Arabic numerals and is ornamented with gilt bronze and colourful champlevé enamel designs. This is set within a circular gilt bronze and enamel frame and mounted onto the green onyx block. The corners of the block are lined with gilt bronze bands, and the sides are set with circular, gilt-bronze-framed champlevé enamel forms. The clock case is surmounted by a slim projecting green onyx and red marble top. This is edged with curvaceous champlevé enamel forms with gilt bronze drop-finials, which imitate fabric. This clock case is mounted onto a slim, red marble slab...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble, Onyx, Ormolu, Bronze, Enamel

Pair of French Mid-19th Century Neoclassical Bronze, Ormolu and Marble Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most impressive and high quality pair of French mid 19th century neo-classical st. patinated bronze, ormolu and black Belgian marble five arm candelabras lamps. Each lamp is raised...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Belgian Black Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Neoclassical Marble and Brass Decorative Object or Desk Paperweight with Putti
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and substantial Neoclassical style marble decorative object or paperweight with brass putti and grapevine relief design, circa mid to late-20th century. This piece is a p...
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Mid-20th Century European Neoclassical Furniture

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Stone, Marble, Brass, Bronze

Neoclassical Empire Rectangular Gold Hand Carved Wooden Mirror, Spain, 1970
Located in Madrid, ES
Neoclassical Empire rectangular handcrafted mirror. Rectangular hand carved wooden structure with gold foil finished, Spain, 1970.
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1970s Spanish Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Gold

Italian 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Patinated Bronze and Ormolu Lantern
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most unique and high quality Italian 19th century Neo-Classical st. patinated bronze and ormolu lantern. The lantern displays three charming and wonderfully executed winged cherubs...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze, Ormolu

1950 ′ Maison Baguès or Jansen Table Bamboo Decor in Gilt Bronze with China Lacq
Located in Paris, FR
Gilded bronze table with bamboo decor with Chinese lacquer wooden top decorated with landscape, pagodas, birds Spacer with pine cone Circa 1950, Good condition made by Maison Bagué...
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Bronze of Meleager, Early 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Gilt bronze of the Aetolian hero Meleager/Meleagros standing on a square marble plinth with a black round stone base. The cloak, strongly moved by the wind, wraps around his arm, in ...
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Early 19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Maison Bagues French Bronze and Brass Neoclassical Table on Wheels
Located in Miami, FL
Maison bagues French bronze and brass neoclassical table on wheels.
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass, Bronze

Gilt-Bronze, Onyx and Enamel Cloisonné Centerpiece, France, Late 19th Century
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Gilt-bronze, onyx and enamel cloisonné centerpiece. France, Late 19th century.
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Onyx, Bronze, Enamel

French 19th Century Neoclassical Style Patinated Bronze and Ormolu Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome French 19th century neo-classical st. patinated bronze and ormolu six arm chandelier. The chandelier is centered by a striking inverted foliate acorn bottom finial amidst ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze, Ormolu

19th Century Classical Russian Emerald Glass Domed Pendant with Bronze Fittings
Located in New York, NY
This stately classical pendant was realized in Russia during the 19th century. It features a domed translucent body blown in a rich emerald green glass; a sculptural undulating finia...
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19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Sevres Style Hand Painted Porcelain Bronze and Mounted Onyx Pedestal
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Sevres Style onyx, bronze and hand painted porcelain pedestal. The pedestal consists of eight pieces. The first piece is the onyx square top followed by the second piece th...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

French 19th Century Neoclassical Style Patinated Bronze and Ormolu Statue
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A superb and high quality French 19th century Neo-Classical st. patinated bronze and ormolu statue. The statue is raised by a rectangular ormolu base with a most elegant and decorati...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze, Ormolu

Wonderful French Petite Bronze Single Light Torchiere Filigree Oval Back Sconce
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful French style, antique patina bronze single candelabra light torchiere form with filigree and oval back plate neoclassical single sconce. UL certified wired and ready to i...
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20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Pair of Neoclassical Style Bronze and Glass Column Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of neoclassical style polished bronze and glass column lamps. The base has marble. Measures: 35H (to top of finial). The height under the bulb socket is 26H. Base measures: 6.2...
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1950s Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

Pair of 19th Century Neoclassical Style Bronze and Ormolu Decorative Ewers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning pair of French 19th century neo-classical st. silvered bronze and ormolu decorative ewers. Each ewer is raised on an ormolu circular raised ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze, Ormolu

Pair of Russian Neoclassical Style Cut Glass and Gilt Bronze Vases
Located in London, GB
Pair of Russian neoclassical style cut glass and gilt bronze vases Russian, 20th century Measures: Height 38cm, width 22cm, depth 14cm Each vase has an ovoid ruby coloured cut g...
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20th Century Russian Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze, Ormolu

Workstead Orbit Chandelier Brushed Nickel
Located in Hudson, NY
The ORBIT chandelier introduces an elevated field of light and reflection to the ORBIT Collection. A constellation of radiant spun-metal discs bends ...
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2010s American Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Italian 19th Century Neoclassical St. Patinated Bronze and Ormolu Lantern
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most unique and high quality Italian 19th century Neo-Classical st. patinated bronze and ormolu hanging lantern. The lantern has three charming and expressive winged cherubs with r...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze, Ormolu

Italian Neoclassic Style Bronze Poseidon Bust
Located in New York, NY
Italian Neo-classic style cast bronze Poseidon bust with black metal stand (19th Cent).  
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19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Metal, Bronze

Pair of Italian 19th Century Neoclassical St. Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome and large scale pair of Italian 19th century Neo-Classical st. patinated bronze, ormolu and faux painted Porphyry lamps. Each lamp is raised by elegant ormolu ball feet be...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze, Ormolu

Raul Larche Bronze Cast Siot Decaville
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Raul Larche bronze cast Siot Decaville Raul Larche 1860-1912 Title: The 20 years golden patina natural wear.
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Early 1900s Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Wonderful Pair E. F. Caldwell Neoclassical Bronze Wreath Swag Two-Arm Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful pair of E. F. Caldwell manner neoclassical style bronze wreath swag two rewired candelabra arm sconces.
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Exquisite All Rock Crystal and Gilt Bronze Six-Light Boudoir Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Exquisite all rock crystal and gilt bronze six-light boudoir chandelier, of diminutive and yet having a substantial presence this six light all carved rock crystal including the cand...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Rock Crystal, Bronze

French Neoclassical Style Bronze and Frosted Cut Glass Flush Mount
Located in Barntrup, DE
A French neoclassical style flush-mounted ceiling fixture from the 1920s with a bronze fixture and beautiful frosted glass lamp shade. One socket for an E14-size light bulb. Dimensio...
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Chandelier, 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
12-arm bronze chandelier, 19th century Adapted for electrical use, the twelve arms are joined above a sphere, which is fixed to the ceiling by means of a turned fixed arm and with a...
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19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze, Other

Pair of French 19th Century Neoclassical Style Five-Arm Candelabras
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A very attractive and large pair of French 19th century Neo-Classical st. five arm candelabras. The pair in ormolu and patinated bronze are raised on a circular base with a chiseled ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze, Ormolu

Pair of Neoclassical Bronze and Crystal Sconces
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine pair of early 19th century patinated and gilt bronze and crystal wall lights, having flower head finial over a series of branches with drops and two tiers of swag draped arms, h...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Crystal, Bronze

French 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Patinated Bronze and Ormolu Floor Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An exceptional French 19th century Neo-Classical st. patinated bronze and ormolu floor lamp. The lamp is raised by three most decorative curved legs with handsome paw feet on circula...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Clock Set, Bronze, Rouge Griotte, Etc, France, 19th C. After Clodion
Located in Madrid, ES
Clock garnish and two candlesticks. Bronze, rouge griotte marble. France, 19th century, following Clodion's models. Set or garnish consisting of a table clock and two candlesticks ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Griotte Marble, Bronze, Other

Cupid. Bronze, Marble, After Models from Auguste Moreau ‘1834-1917’
Located in Madrid, ES
On a round base stands the figure of the God of Love, Cupid. The sculpture in bronze, with the iconographic attributes corresponding to this figure in classical mythology, was made b...
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20th Century European Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

Fountain Cut Crystal Chandelier
Located in New Haven, CT
English eight arm crystal & bronze chandelier in the shape of a fountain. The frame is well built out of solid bronze. The lead cut crystal chains and prisms are of superb quality. ...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Austrian Bronze Dog 'ashtray and phosphor'
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Austrian bronze dog (ashtray and phosphor) Artist: F. Gornik sealed at its base circa 1900 perfect condition.
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Dutch Style Candlesticks, 18th Century, Bronze
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of Dutch style candlesticks. S. XVIII Bronze. Electrified like lamps. Pair of Dutch-style candlesticks converted into lamp bases. They have a turned structure, typical of the...
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18th Century European Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze, Other

Pair of French Mid 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Candelabra Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A sensational and most elegant pair of French mid 19th century Neo-Classical st. four arm electrified candelabras in ormolu and silvered bronze. The pair are raised by circular ormol...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze, Ormolu

Pair of French 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Bronze and Ormolu Statues
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A striking and very high quality pair of French 19th century neo-classical st. patinated bronze and ormolu statues. The statues depict hunter gatherers/explorers and are each raised by an elegant octagonal and mottled base. The statue to the left depicts a handsome male...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze, Ormolu

Pair of Palace Size First Empire Figural Bronze Candelabra Signed Rabiat, 1805
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional pair of palace size gilt and patinated bronze Rouge Griotte marble candelabra by Claude-Francois Rabiat, circa 1805. Each with a classically draped figure of Winged Victory, the Goddess Nike, holding foliate form candelabra with flame and butterfly wing motif, standing upon a stepped bronze mounted Rouge Griotte marble base. Condition: Original patina and gilding with consistent wear commensurate with age, the bronze elements in excellent condition. A very small abraision to the marble base and a minute area of professional, nearly undetectable restoration to corner of marble base. These candelabra were fitted for electricity at one point and can easily be electrified if desired. The underside of each of the bases signed Rabiat. A nearly identical pair of Rabiat candelabra...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Griotte Marble, Bronze

Pair of French 19th Century Neoclassical St. Bronze, Ormolu and Marble Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most elegant and high quality true pair of French 19th century Neo-Classical st. patinated bronze, ormolu and Vert de Patricia marble lamps. Each lamp is raised by four fine ball s...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Pair of French Mid-19th Century Patinated Bronze & Ormolu Neoclassical St. Urns
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome pair of French mid 19th century patinated bronze and ormolu neo-classical st. urns. The urns are raised by square pediments with a patinated base below a Coeur de Rai desi...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze, Ormolu

19th Century Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Andirons, a Pair
Located in Forney, TX
A very fine pair of neoclassical style Continental (likely French) arrow and quiver form gilt bronze andirons. Dating to the 19th century, finished in luxurious Louis XVI taste, t...
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Mid-19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Large Neoclassical Hand Carved White Marble Bas Relief / Plaque
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A monumental 19th century French hand carved white marble architectural bas-relief depicting two floating cherubs / cupids supporting a cartouche. The cartouche centered by a detaile...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

Pair of French 19th Century Neoclassical Bronze, Ormolu and Marble Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An extremely elegant true pair of French 19th century Neo-Classical st. onyx, ormolu and patinated bronze lamps. Each lamp is raised by an octagonal onyx base with ormolu ball feet, ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Onyx, Bronze, Ormolu

Early 19th Century Russian Polish Alabaster and Vermeil Lantern by Nast
Located in Essex, MA
Period Carved neoclassical Alabaster and Vermeil, gold on solid silver lantern. But the famous Russian/Polish Silversmith, Ludwik Bernard Nast ( Warsaw c 1821-1838). Excellent gold o...
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Early 19th Century Polish Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Alabaster, Vermeil

Pair of Richly Decorated 19th Century Patinated Gilt Candelabra
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
A pair neo-Renaissance candlesticks from the second half of the 19th century. Richly decorated on all sides so perfect for the dining table. Wonderful gift Dimensions: 47 cm high an...
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1860s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

19th C. Silvered Bronze Neoclassical Covered Bowl, Att. E.F. Caldwell
Located in New York, NY
A Fantastic 19th Century silvered bronze neoclassical/archeological style covered bowl, Attributed to E.F Caldwell. The bowl and cover are each beautifully hand-chased and hand-chise...
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1890s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Pair of Neoclassical Patinated Bronze and Red Marble Urns Mounted as Lamps
Located in Kittery Point, ME
Each urn cast with frieze of classical figures, raised on a bronze-mounted rouge griotte square marble base. The lampshades are silk and custom made by Blanche Field...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Griotte Marble, Bronze

Neoclassical Pair of Big Gilt Bronze Sconces by Maison Bagues, France, 1960
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful pair of Big Neoclassical style gilt bronze sconces with satin flame-shaped glass from France in the 1960s by Maison Baguès. The wall light...
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

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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