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
Period: Early 1900s
Antique Biedermeier Sofa Made of Velvet Fabric and Carved Wood
Located in Milano, IT
Impressive Biedermeier sofa of Northern European origin from the early 1900s. The majestic sofa features a colossal wooden frame with several special fea...
Category
Early 1900s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Wood, Walnut
1900 Caldwell Etched Mirror Single Light Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900's Caldwell etched mirrored sconces with one light. Available 2 pairs
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Slant Front Upright Store Display Case
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful slant front display case by THE COLUMBUS SHOW CASE COMPANY, COLUMBUS. O. In good vintage condition. It has five shelves and they are adjustable. One of them has a chip, sho...
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood
Ainun Black Bear Hand Carved Wood Sculpture with Glass Eyes
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A traditional Ainu bear carving typically depicts a black bear with stylized features, often emphasizing its strength and significance in Ainu cultur...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
1900's Large Caldwell Gilt Bronze Neoclassic Chandelier with 30 lights
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900's Caldwell 30 lights chandelier with Neoclassic design. (pair available)
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
1900 Caldwell Neoclassic Gilt Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1900 Caldwell neoclassical gilt bronze sconces, newly rewired (UL)
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Italian Bedside Tables Curved in Briar and Marble
Located in Milano, IT
Antique bedside tables in Italian neoclassical style from the early 1900s. The bedside tables are in perfect condition. The small tables have a marble top. The curved briarwood structure gives harmony and elegance to all the furniture. The peculiarity of the bedside tables are its curved wood edges...
Category
Early 1900s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Pair of Italian Neoclassical Style Painted & Parcel Gilt Armchairs C. 1900's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Neoclassical style armchairs with a painted & parcel gilt finish. This style is characterized by its neoclassical elements, including straight lines, fluted legs, and intri...
Category
Early 1900s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Gold Leaf
1900s Antique American Hook Floral Design Rug 9'7'' X 8'7''
Located in Los Angeles, US
Antique American Hook Stylish Floral Design 9'7'' x 8'7''
one of a kind 1 of 1
more info upon request
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique King and Queen Carved Wood Plaid Chairs, a Pair 1900s
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautiful pair of antique carved wood chairs with rolled arms and plaid upholstered seats. This set features carved wood bases with stylize...
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Antique Patriotic Cast Iron Figural Gold American Flag & Eagle Painted Door Stop
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Patriotic Cast Iron Figural Gold American Flag & Eagle Painted Door Stop. Circa Early 1900s. Measurements: 7" H x 5.25" W x 2" D.
Category
Early 1900s Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Sculpture 'El Dante' A. Carrier
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Sculpture (El Dante) A. Carrier
sculpture made of zinc
Origin France circa 1900
perfect condition, emptying technique.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Zinc
Sevres Porcelain Box
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Sevres porcelain box
octagonal format
Hand painted and signed on its base
perfect condition
Origin France Circa 1900
its mount is gilded bronze.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Edward S Curtis (1868-1952) Gambler Piegan, 1900
Located in CA, CA
Edward S Curtis (1868-1952)
Title: Gambler Piegan
Plate: 194
Portfolio: Volume 6
Printer: Proof print printed by John Andrew & Son
Medium: Photograv...
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Paper
1900's Caldwell Gilt Bronze Chandelier with Cherubs
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1900's Caldwell Neoclassic gilt bronze chandelier with cherubs atop and engraved body. Available pair, also in one chandelier in...
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Brass Magazine Rack. French Work, circa 1900
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nicde and elegant magazine rack is made of brass. This is a French work, circa 1900.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
1900 Neoclassical Caldwell Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1900 Caldwell Neoclassic style sconces with medallion atop, two lights
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Italian Painted and Parcel Gilt Leather Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom serpentine shaped bench made with antique Italian painted and parcel gilt fluted legs with capital feet. The bench is newly upholstered in chestnut colored leather with self c...
Category
Early 1900s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Leather, Giltwood, Wood
Pair of Russian Crystal & Ormolu Mounted Three-Light Lantern Chandeliers
Located in New York, NY
A marvelous and impressive pair of Russian crystal & ormolu mounted three-light lantern chandeliers. A pair of Russian neoclassical style lantern chand...
Category
Early 1900s Russian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Caldwell Small Leaded Glass Lights Fixture Flush Mount
Located in New York, NY
1920’s Caldwell leaded glass light fixtures flush mounted with interior lights
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
1900's Neoclassic Green and Gold Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900 Neoclassic style light fixture with Greek key design and interior lights
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Plaster
Vtg Neoclassical Regency Style Iron X Form Stretcher Garden Arm Chairs - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Neoclassical Regency Style Iron X Form Stretcher Garden Arm Chairs - a Pair. Item featured has sturdy construction with x-form stretcher base,...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Italian Neoclassical Parcel Gilt Cream Louis XVI Directoire Arm Chairs - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Italian Neoclassical Parcel Gilt Cream Louis XVI Directoire Arm Chairs - a Pair. Item featured has a cream and gold gilt finish, solid wood f...
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Bronze Sculpture Soldier in Armor
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Bronze sculpture soldier in armor
Onix base origin France
circa 1900
natural wear
Very good condition
the measurements are with its base.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Anfora Meissen Porcelain Material
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Anfora Meissen porcelain material
the handles are with snake motif
the body is rotatable and has painted floral motifs
Origin Germany circa 1900.
Category
Early 1900s German Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
French 19th-20th Century Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze Figural Hanging Lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine and rare French 19th-20th century neoclassical style gilt bronze and color-glass figural hanging lantern, the hexagonal shaped body with an orange glass paneling background, each panel centered with a gilt bronze Royal Crest depicting two-winged dragons above a Royal shield...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Fancy Pair of Neoclassical Style Bronze & Marble Candleabra
Located in Hopewell, NJ
French pair of antique bronze neoclassical ornate candleabra having rouge and black marble two tone bases, decorative chains adorning the 6 arms with central removeable finial that m...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze
1900's Caldwell Etched Mirror 2 Lights Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900's Caldwell etched mirrored sconces with two silver plated arms for lights. Available 2 pairs
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Brass and Cast Iron Umbrella Stand, French, circa 1900
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This umbrella stand is made of brass with a black metal part on the base. This is a French work, circa 1900.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Very Fine and Rare Silverplated Caviar Serving Dish
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very fine and rare silverplated caviar serving dish in the neoclassical style. The interior compartment is gold plated. England, circa 1900.
Dim...
Category
Early 1900s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Cache Pot with Pedestals
Located in Atlanta, GA
CACHE POT WITH PEDESTAL J. MASSIER, in French ceramic covered with dripping glazes in shades of blue, decorated with helical chevrons. On the base ma...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
1900's Silver Plated Neoclassic Chandelier with 16 lights
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1900's Neoclassic style two tiers 16 lights chandelier with Greek key design and black patina
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
1900's Caldwell Neoclassic Gilt Bronze and Mirror Sconces 3 Lights
Located in New York, NY
A pair of large 1900's neoclassic style gilt bronze Caldwell sconces with beveled mirror backplate, 3 lights
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Iron and Crystal Chandelier.
Located in Montclair, NY
Early 20th Century ca. 1900 French Campaigne iron and crystal chandelier.
1 standart socket.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Iron
1900's Caldwell Mirrored Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Antique a pair of circa 1910's Caldwell gilt bronze sconces with mirrored backplate
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
1900s Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 1900 silver plated Caldwell sconces with two lights
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
Pair of Polychrome Enameled Bronze and Porcelain Flower Lyre Form Sconces
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
These neoclassical lyre back sconces are in the Louis XVI style, and feature hand painted porcelain flowers. They are made of enameled bronze with gilt highlights, and are hung with ...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Large Dutch Neoclassical Style Silver and Gold Gilt Repoussé Oval Mirror
Located in San Francisco, CA
surmounted by a bold ribbon above an oval frame adorned with laurel leaves and pinwheel bosses all in a finely detailed repoussé metalwork
Category
Early 1900s Dutch Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
Neoclassical Gilt Bronze 2-Arm Spiral Sconces 'Pair'
Located in San Francisco, CA
A gorgeously proportioned pair of neoclassical, gilded bronze 2-arm sconces; with acanthus leaf, acorn, swirl, and rosette detailing. Late Belle Époque style, France. Early 1900s. Me...
Category
Early 1900s European Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Pair of English Wedgwood Two-Arm Chandeliers
By Wedgwood
Located in Dubai, AE
Pair of English Barbell Chandeliers by Wedgwood with blue jasperware, chiseled bronze accents and two bulbs covered by decorated clear glass egg shape diffusers.
Each chandelier con...
Category
Early 1900s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
Antique a rare burl wooden national cashier register
Located in Brea, CA
a rare burl wooden national cash register. It is in excellent condition
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
1900 Neoclassical Sepia Grisaille Table with Iron Base
Located in New Orleans, LA
A 1900 Neoclassical sepia grisaille table with an iron base is a refined and timeless piece that beautifully merges artistry with functionality. The grisaille technique—painting in m...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Stone, Iron
Neoclassical Panther Sculpture
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Neoclassical panther sculpture
Material: Pewter and marble base (alpe green)
Origin Germany Circa 1900
Perfect condition natural wear
No visible...
Category
Early 1900s German Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Pewter
Porcelain of Mice and Vase 'Fraureuth'
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Porcelain of mice and vase
origin Germany circa 1900
Fraureuth-kunstabteilung
perfect state.
Category
Early 1900s German Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
French Bed Classical Style Burl Walnut Copper & Brass circa 1900
Located in Labrit, Landes
Antique French walnut burl with copper roses decoration & brass bed.
Made circa 1900 in the classical style
The bedding must be custom made with a box spring of 59.61 x74.80 in. (190...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Copper
Rectangular Brass Umbrella Stand
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice rectangular umbrella stand is made of brass and cast iron. This is a French work. Circa 1900
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Iron, Zinc
Pair of Fine Porcelains 'Couple Dignitaries'
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Pair of fine porcelains (couple dignitaries)
circa 18th century origin Europe
possible restoration in your hand (old)
one of them has the letters L.G...
Category
Early 1900s European Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Brass umbrella stand representing a boot. French work. Circa 1900
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and unusual umbrella stand representing a boot is made of brass. This is a French work. Circa 1900
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Antique French Gilt Metal and Ceramic Table Lamps
Located in London, GB
A fabulous pair of antique French gilt metal and ceramic table lamps, dating from around the 1900-1920 period.
They are lovely quality an...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
Hunter and Deer Sculpture
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Hunter and deer sculpture
materials pewter electro plated and marble
Origin Germany, circa 1900
perfect condition.
Category
Early 1900s German Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Pewter
Salad bowl Wedgwood pale green jasper collection
By Wedgwood
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unsual salad bowl with cutlery in wedgwood pale green jasper collection ,style neoclassical
Category
Early 1900s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Rounded Brass Umbrella Stand
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice rounded umbrella stand is made of brass and cast iron. This is a French work. Circa 1900
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Antique Neoclassical Style English Silver Plate Candlesticks c. 1900
Located in Pearland, TX
A beautiful pair of antique English silverplated candlesticks, circa 1900. Hallmarked on base. These gorgeous candle holders are well made and heavy with a beautiful Neoclassical des...
Category
Early 1900s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Pair of English Neoclassical Style Brass Andirons, Circa 1900
Located in Pearland, TX
A superb pair of antique English ornate Neoclassical style brass fireplace andirons, circa 1900. These are heavy and well made with fine details and a beautiful brass patina.
DIME...
Category
Early 1900s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Classical Garden Statue
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful vintage concrete garden statue of a classical women. Great chippy finish and nice cast details.
Category
Early 1900s Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Concrete
Gilt Bronze Two Tier Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Gilt Bronze Two Tier Chandelier. 9 lights (3 on top & 6 on bottom).
France, circa 1900.
Dimensions: Height 33" Diameter 29"
CW61
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Edward S Curtis (1868-1952) Ambrosio Martinez – San Juan, 1905
Located in CA, CA
Edward S Curtis (1868-1952)
Title: Ambrosio Martinez – San Juan
Plate: 596
Portfolio: The North American Indians Volume 17, The Tewa, The Zuni
Printer: : Suffolk Eng. Co. Cambridge ...
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Paper
Silver Over Bronze 6 Light Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Very Fine Silver over Bronze Chandelier. Exquisite Detail. Great Workmanship. France, circa 1900.
Dimensions: Height 36" Diameter 32"
CW5288
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Neoclassical furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
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