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.
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Style: Neoclassical
Creator: Baker Furniture Company
Baker Furniture Barbara Barry Six "X" Back Chairs
Located in Toledo, OH
Six Barbara Barry collection by Baker Furniture X back chairs. Mahogany and gold/brown upholstery. Two with arms. Armchairs measure: 27" wide, 20" ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Baker Historic Charleston Mahogany Stand
Located in Toledo, OH
Lovely stand or side table in mahogany by Baker Furniture with a rounded side top. Features satinwood and ebony fan inlays, tapered legs, brass pull, and lower shelf. 20" x 20" x 27"...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Baker Historic Charleston Mahogany Demilune Serpentine Front Table
Located in Toledo, OH
Beautiful Baker serpentine front mahogany Demilune table with satinwood inlays and bell flower design inlays on the legs. Very good condition, with minor top wear. 39" wide x 30" hig...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Baker Furniture Neoclassical Cherry Wood Pedestal Dining Table, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional neoclassical or Empire style extension pedestal dining table
By Baker Furniture, "Palladian Collection"
USA, circa 1980s...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Cherry, Ebony
1970s Baker Furniture Leather, Brass & Fruitwood Barrel Back Club Chairs Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
Timeless appeal! This is a pair of vintage leather barrel back tub chairs with brass nail heads and capped feet. The frames are carved fruitwood, and they are marked. They are both i...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Leather, Fruitwood
Baker Furniture Neoclassical Cherry Wood Extension Dining Table, Newly Restored
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Neoclassical or Empire style extension dining table
By Baker Furniture, "Palladian Collection"
USA, Circa 1980s
Beautiful book-matched cherry wood, with ebonized trim a...
Category
1980s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Cherry
Pair of Baker Architectural Neoclassical Style Painted Library Bookcases
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Grand pair of architectural painted library bookcases or display cabinets hand-crafted by Baker. Each large cabinet has an arched opening surmounted by a corniced top. The cases have...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Carved Walnut Neoclassical Shell Carved Benches, By Baker
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Carved Walnut Neoclassical Shell Carved Benches, By Baker
A pair of graceful Carved Walnut Neoclassical Shell Benches made by Baker. These benches boast a substantial pres...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Silk, Upholstery, Walnut
Baker Furniture Neoclassical Satinwood Lighted Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Neoclassical or Georgian style breakfront bookcase or dining cabinet
By Baker Furniture
USA, Late 20th Century
Beautiful satinwood and mahogany, with ebony inlay, and g...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Glass, Ebony, Mahogany, Satinwood
Baker Cherry Server With Black Marble Top
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic lines with three apron drawers over three doors, all with dark painted string inlay type details, the doors in a diamond motif and two with brass shield form escutcheons and two keys. The two doors open to compartments (lacking shelves). The skirt rail and lower front feet with ebonized painted line detail.
With a fine black variegated marble top.
L. 68", Depth 21", H. 35"
Condition: There is age and use related wear including scrapes to the side supports and right front foot, areas of finish loss and some ring...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble
Baker Furniture Neoclassical Cherry Wood Extension Dining Table, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Neoclassical, Empire, or Regency style extension dining table
By Baker Furniture
USA, Circa 1960s
Beautiful book-mat...
Category
1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Cherry
Baker Historic Charleston Reproductions Mahogany Sideboard
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The finest construction in mahogany with a bow front case and double banded top. Three apron drawers, the sides with drawers flanking the arched open center with satinwood half fan i...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Abstract Obelisk Bookcase Cabinets by Baker Furniture
Located in North York, ON
Pair of abstract Obelisk bookshelves by Baker Furniture. Solid mahogany construction, featuring custom two-tone finish. Bookcases contain 6 shelves on both the front and rear of the ...
Category
2010s American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Baker Neoclassical French Empire Mahogany Breakfront China Display Cabinet 90"
Located in Dayton, OH
Exceptional Baker Furniture Company China Cabinet, circa early 2000s. Inspired by English Regency, Neoclassical and French Empire styling. A rectangular form with breakfront design...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Glass, Mahogany
Baker Furniture Neoclassical Burled Walnut Pedestal Tea Table
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Neoclassical or Regency style burled walnut tea table or occasional side table
By Baker Furniture
USA, Circa 1960s
Measures: 18"W x 18"D x 16.25"H.
Very good original ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Burl
Barbara Barry for Baker Mahogany and Gold Gilt Console Table, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional monumental modern neoclassical or Art Deco style console or sofa table
By Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture
USA, circa 1990s
Mahogany, with gold gilt trim
Measures...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mahogany, Giltwood
Barclay Butera for Baker Furniture Co. Leather & Suede Wingback Chairs, Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of leather and suede wingback chairs designed by Barclay Butera for Baker Furniture Company. They are in very good condition with lite wear. They are marked and date t...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Baker Milling Road Italian Neoclassical Tuscan Walnut Buffet Sideboard Credenza
Located in Dayton, OH
Baker Furniture Milling Road Sideboard, circa 1960s. A rectangular form made from walnut with chamfered corners. The case is fitted with 3 large doors having Italian Neoclassical and...
Category
1960s Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Baker Furniture Italian Provincial Pedestal Extension Dining Table, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding large Italian Provincial or Neoclassical style pedestal extension dining table
By Baker Furniture, "Milling Road" Collectio...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Baker Furniture Neoclassical Burled Walnut Tea Tables, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of neoclassical or Empire style tea tables or occasional side tables.
By Baker Furniture
USA, circa 1960s
Gorgeous burled walnut, with ebonized and gold gilt column...
Category
1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Burl
Baker Furniture Regency Mahogany and Giltwood Greek Key Upholstered Dining Chair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous Regency or Neoclassical style dining chair
By Baker Furniture
USA, Late 20th Century
Solid carved mahogany frames, with giltwood Greek key...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Baker Furniture Neoclassical Cherry Wood and Parcel Ebonized Sideboard Credenza
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Neoclassical or Empire style sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet
By Baker Furniture, "Palladian Collection"
USA, Circa 1980s...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Temple Console Tables by Thomas Pheasant for Baker
Located in Dallas, TX
An exceptional set of temple console tables by the distinguished designer Thomas Pheasant for Baker Furniture. No longer in production. Inspi...
Category
1990s American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Limestone
Pair of Baker Neoclassical End Tables or Night Stands
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of baker neoclassical side tables or night stands, American, circa 1960s. Elegant brass hardware.
Category
1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Baker Furniture Neoclassical Burl Wood and Mounted Brass Console or Sofa Table
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Neoclassical or Empire style console table or sofa table
By Baker Furniture
USA, Circa 1980s
Stunning burled olive wood, with banded cherry wood top and mounted b...
Category
1980s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Baker Furniture Neoclassical Bleached Walnut Pedestal Tea Table
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Neoclassical or Regency style bleached walnut tea table or occasional side table
By Baker Furniture
USA, Circa 1960s
Measures: 26" W x 26" D x 23.25" H.
Very g...
Category
1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Baker Furniture Neoclassical Cocktail Table with Carved Lion Heads and Burl Top
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding neoclassical or Regency style coffee or cocktail table
By Baker Furniture
USA, late 20th century
Burled olive wood top, with ebonized Greek Key design, on car...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mahogany, Burl
Pair of Baker Neoclassical End Tables or Nightstands
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant pair of Neoclassical end tables or night stands, by Baker, American, circa 1980s. Like all Baker furniture, they are extremely well made wi...
Category
1980s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Baker Furniture Occasional Table Rosewood Barbara Barry
Located in Toledo, OH
Rosewood occasional table by Baker Furniture for Barbara Barry. High style with chrome leg caps. Very good condition. Dimensions: 30" diameter x 24.5H.
Due to CITES, this listing ca...
Category
20th Century North American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Round Nightstand/Side Table with a Marble Top by Baker Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Round Nightstand/Side Table with a Marble Top by Baker Furniture is an exquisite piece of furniture that will add a touch of elegance to your bedroom or living room. The nightst...
Category
1980s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble
BAKER Neoclassical Walnut Inlaid Marble Top Occasional Chest
Located in Charlotte, NC
An occasional chest in the Neoclassical style by Baker Furniture. Walnut with inlays, marquetry, inlaid marble top and metal hardware. Features three dovetail drawers with decorative...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Metal
Baker Furniture Neoclassical Cherry Wood Extension Dining Table, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Neoclassical or Empire style extension dining table.
By Baker Furniture, "Palladian Collection"
USA, Circa 1980s
Book...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Cherry
Pair of Neoclassical Style Michael Taylor for Baker Spoon Back Slipper Chairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Offered here is a pair of neoclassical style spoon back slipper chairs designed by Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture.
Black frames with beig...
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Rare Barbara Barry Baker 24K Gold Murano Glass Footed Centerpiece Bowl
Located in Dayton, OH
Early 20th century Murano glass footed pedestal centerpiece bowl infused with 24K gold flakes, from Baker Furniture’s Barbara Barry Collection. Measure:18".
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Gold
Baker Furniture Neoclassical Mahogany and Brass Tea Table, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Neoclassical style occasional side table or tea table
By Baker Furniture
USA, Circa 1980s
Mahogany, with satinwood inlay and mounted brass ormolu.
Measures: 23...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Baker Furniture Neoclassical Burl Wood Parcel Ebonized and Gilt Side Tables
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Neoclassical or Empire style nightstands or end tables
By Baker Furniture
USA, Mid-20th Century
Stunning burled walnut, with ebonized columns and painted ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Burl
Klismos Collection by Baker Furniture Neoclassical Dining Table-3 Leaves
Located in Countryside, IL
Klismos Collection by Baker Furniture Neoclassical Dining Table With 3 Leaves
This piece measures: 78 wide x 48 deep x 30 high, with a chair clear...
Category
2010s American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Pair of Wide Mahogany Armchairs by Baker with Jack Lenor Larsen Textile
Located in Dorchester, MA
From the Baker Furniture Company, this pair of capacious mid-century armchairs features wide curved frames of mahogany loosely inspired by the Far East. The seat and center backrest ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Fine Baker Burl Ash and Ebonized Wood Regency Style Center Table
Located in Bridgeport, CT
From Baker Furniture’s, "Furniture Treasures of England and Ireland" line. A nicely crafted Regency style table with book matched top figured burl...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
20th-C. Neo-Classical Satinwood Cabinet / Bookcase by Baker Furniture
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a good looking cabinet! This is a neo-classical style cabinet by Baker Furniture Company. The top portion is lit, and it is two pieces. The cabinet is marked and in very good...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Glass, Satinwood
Baker Furniture Neoclassical White Lacquered Nightstands, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Neoclassical or Empire style nightstands or end tables
By Baker Furniture
USA, Circa 1980s
White lacquered carved mahogany, with original lion head brass ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Rolling Upholstered Southwest Ikat Armchair by Baker Furniture Company
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautifully upholstered armchair by Baker Furniture Company. This Classic Baker chair is upholstered in a thick ikat or southwest print in orange, b...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
1940s Baker Furniture Satinwood and Walnut Chest with Pull Out Tray
Located in Germantown, MD
Rare 1940s Vintage Baker Furniture Satinwood and Walnut Chest With Pull Out Tray. Features 4 dovetailed drawers in smooth working condition. C...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Baker Furniture Klismos Collection Neoclassical Burlwood Chairs, Set of 10
Located in Countryside, IL
Baker Furniture Klismos Collection Neoclassical Burlwood Dining Chairs - Set of 10
Each chair measures: 24 wide x 24 deep x 38 inches high, w...
Category
2010s American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Burl, Upholstery
Baker Furniture Neoclassical Inlaid Cherry and Burl Wood Extension Dining Table
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful Neoclassical style extension dining table
By Baker Furniture,
USA, circa 1990s
Book-matched inlaid cherry wood, with burl wood banding.
Measures: 70" W x 46" ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Cherry, Burl
Handsome Oval Mixed Wood Inlaid Nesting Tables by Baker
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A beautiful traditional pair of nesting tables by Baker, the large one is oval with pretty inlay and center shell decoration, the smaller table is square with bowed front and back an...
Category
1990s American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood, Mahogany
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Baker End Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rare end or side table, designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Baker, circa 1950s. This line was only in production for a couple years and is very hard to find. It is most closely re...
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Baker Neoclassical Rosewood Petite Desk, Manor House Collection
Located in New York, NY
Baker Neoclassic style rosewood petite writing desk purchased from the Baker-Furniture in NYC in 1969. It is one of the pieces Baker selected for th...
Category
1960s North American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Stunning Pair of Oval X-Back Chairs by Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture
Located in Jupiter, FL
A twist on a French neoclassic form. Oval X-splat to the back and fully upholstered to the front. Exposed wood frame with flaring arms and tapered legs. This chair converges to a focal point at the oval back.
Neutral upholstery with java (deep rich chocolate brown) frame.
These came out of the estate of Thomas Joseph "Red" Martin (July 5, 1938 – July 27, 2017) was an American ice...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Fabric, 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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