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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.

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Style: Neoclassical
Period: Early 1900s
Near Pair Neoclassical Balustrade Form Brass Candleholders with Square Bases
Located in New York, NY
This elegant near pair of Neoclassical candleholders, crafted in the United States, circa 1900. These showcase the timeless appeal of polished brass combined with classic design ele...
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Antique Neoclassical Cast Brass Andirons with Tapered Fluted Columns, Circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
AFP0584 A pair of antique cast brass andirons having fluted tapered columns mounted with floral swags and ionic capitals, surmounted by urn finials...
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Early 1900s Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass, Wrought Iron

Edward S Curtis (1868-1952) Oyi – Tsa “Duck White” Summer Cacique of Santa Clara
Located in CA, CA
Edward S Curtis (1868-1952) Title: Oyi – Tsa (“Duck White”), Summer Cacique of Santa Clara Plate: 601 Portfolio: The North American Indians Volume 17, The Tewa, The Zuni Printer: ...
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Paper

1900’s Caldwell Silver Plated Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900's Caldwell silver plated 8 lights chandelier very unusual floral design
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Silver Plate

15 pcs Collection Mercury Glass Vases and Bowls
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Antque and vintage collection of 15 pcs Mercury glass silver and gold vases and bowls. Largest vases are Handpainted and measured 16” and 14”, large bowl is 8” high, the smallest pie...
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Glass

Very Fine Hand Carved Wooden Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very fine hand carved wooden chandelier. Great carving work. France, circa 1900. 4 lights. Dimensions: Height 37" (can be shortened) ...
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Wood

Early 20th Century Antique Kilim Bessarabian Rug 9'5'' X 5'5''
Located in Los Angeles, US
Antique Bessarabian Rugs / Kilims in both pile and tapestry weaving technique are some of the more beautiful carpets to have been produced in Europe. Many of the Bessarabian Kilims were woven around the mid to late 19th century, though some do date back to the 18th century as well. This production that carried into the early twentieth century under late Ottoman Turkish rule in an area corresponding to modern Bulgaria and Romania, they stand right on the cusp of European and Oriental carpet weaving. Many of the designs are floral patterns made in a naturalistic western style utilizing brown or black ground, not unlike certain Karabaghs from the Caucauses. But others, particularly flat weaves, reflect the tradition of Turkish kilims from nearby Anatolia, although in a distinctive Bessarbian palette. In either case they are supremely decorative rugs. History Of Antique Flat Woven Bessarabian Kilim Rugs from Romania Bessarabian Kilims and carpets are flat woven rugs that originate in the Russian provinces of the Ukraine and Moldova in the late 1800’s to the early 1900’s. While most carpet experts will classify the flat woven rugs as Bessarabian they will often refer to the knotted pile carpets as Ukrainian. The Bessarabian carpets differ from antique Persian carpets in many ways. For example, unlike Persian carpets, Bessarabian rugs cannot be classified to a region according to the way the rugs were woven. Their weaves provide indications regarding the area for which they were created rather than for their classification. The markets these antique rugs were designed for could have fallen into different categories such as a rural market or an urban one. But all other attributes were dismissed and all the Romani made area rugs and carpets are referred to as Bessarabian instead. Antique Romanian Bessarabian kilims are ornate and they come in a variety of designs as well color combinations. It’s not uncommon for some Bessarabian kilims to be more floral while others may feature more geometric patterns. Bessarabian carpets are made on carpet weaving looms similar to the ones used to make the French Aubusson rugs. These looms are wooden, and the rugs are flat woven / kilims. The best of these rug types were created in the 1700’s. The Russian Imperial Tapestry Factory was where these Romanian rugs were made, and the factory was created by none other than Peter the Great. He established the Russian Imperial Tapestry Factory following his return from England and France. He was inspired to create the factory after being in awe of the splendid Aubusson carpets, Savonnerie rugs, and Axminster carpets he saw while abroad. The beautiful carpets he admired while in Europe had already caught the eyes of his Russian contemporaries, and importing them was triggering a financial drain for the Russian treasury. For this reason, the Russian Imperial Tapestry Factory was used as a location for copying the French and English carpets Peter the Great and the Russian nobility desired. Demand for these lavishly luxurious rugs grew, and additional factories were created in villages. This region is from where these rugs got the name Bessarabian. The region is divided between two territories: the Republic of Moldova and Romania. Bessarabian rug weavers were country people who had a country taste. Though they were tasked with replicating the elaborate motifs of the European rugs, they added their own unique country’s flair to their borrowed rug patterns and designs. This more folksy or traditional approach to the European patterns...
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Early 1900s Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Wool

French Miniature Mignonnette Brass Carriage Clock with Beveled Glass circa 1900
Located in Savannah, GA
This brass Mignonnette No.3 carriage clock features a rectangular top with folding handle over rectangular beveled glass escapement. The four beveled glass sides are held by plain og...
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass, Enamel

French Spelter Woman with Roses Table Lamp From L-A Moreau on Marble Base c 1900
Located in Labrit, Landes
Spelter table lamp reproduction of the statuette "la femme aux roses" by Louis Auguste Moreau (son of Auguste Moreau). The set is mounted on a red marble base. The subjects of his s...
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble, Spelter

Pair of Bronze Horses Andirons. French Work.
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice pair of Horses andirons is made of bronze. This is a French work. Circa 1970.
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Early 20th Century French Sovannerie Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite early 20th-century French Savonnerie rug showcases an elaborate pattern rich with large-scale floral swags, acanthus leaves, ribbon twists, and a variety of neoclassic...
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Wool

Antique French Carved Round End Table Neoclassical Walnut Tripod Gueridon
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique French Carved Round End Table Neoclassical Walnut Tripod Gueridon. Direct from France, a highly carved round end or sofa table with a beautiful profile and versatile smaller size. Carved beveled edge on the round top with a reeded apron below. A fluted, trumpet baluster extends to the large tripod base that features three carved Neoclassical winged ‘serpent...
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Walnut

1900 Caldwell Small Silver Sconces Two Lights
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1900 Caldwell silver plated bronze sconces small size and simple design. Two lights
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Silver Plate, Bronze

Neoclassical Style, Victorian Period Sterling Silver Tazza by Gorham
Located in New York, NY
Neoclassical style, Victorian period, sterling silver tazza, Gorham Manufacturing Co., Providence, Rhode Island, year hallmarked for 1901. Decorated with grapes and mythological face...
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Sterling Silver

Classical American Renaissance Tabernacle Frame
Located in Sharon, CT
Period American Renaissance gold gilt on cast elements on wood frame/mirror. Rabbit (mirror)size: 24"x16", frame: 28"x20". Originally an early 20t...
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Wood

1900 Neoclassic Caldwell Gilt Bronze 3 Lights Sconces
Located in New York, NY
1900’s Caldwell neoclassical style gilt bronze sconces with 3 lights
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Antique Venetian Floor Lamp with Stone Inlay and Corroso Glass Shade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous early 20th century handmade Venetian floor lamp with stone inlay, Corroso glass shade, and brass accents. Tapered fluted column, neoclassical ba...
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Stone

1900's Caldwell Large Silver Plated 12 Lights Chandelier with Engraved Details
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1900's Caldwell large silver plated 12 lights chandelier with a lot of engraved details
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Silver Plate, Bronze

Pair of Italian andirons
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of Italian decorative andirons, circa 1900s. The pair of andirons is made of bronze and hand-crafted wrought iron. Fully decorated with 4 faces on the top of the bronze elements...
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze, Wrought Iron

Edward S Curtis (1868-1952) Shijako – Pima, 1907
Located in CA, CA
Edward S Curtis (1868-1952) Title: Shijako – Pima Plate: 47 Portfolio: Volume 2 Printer: John Andrew & Son Medium: Photogravure Date: 1907 Dimension...
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Paper

1900 Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces 1 Light
Located in New York, NY
pair of Caldwell silver plated one light sconces
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Silver Plate, Bronze

Rare Bronze Umbrella Stand Showing a Sailor. French Work. Circa 1900
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This rare, nice and unusual umbrella stand showing a sailor is all made oof bronze. This is a French work. Circa 1900
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Napoleonic Porcelain Plaque Mounted Center Table, Neoclassical, 1930s, Bronze
Located in Manhasset, NY
Center or Accent Table Neoclassical-Style Mahogany, Bronze-Mounted and Napoleonic Porcelain Plaque-Mounted Stunning mahogany and gilt bronze early 20th century center or end table having a spectacular table top with a large central portrait of Napoleon signed...
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Metal

Important Framed Lithograph of the Grapeshot Clipper Ship Joseph Currier & Ives
By Currier & Ives/Joseph Koehler
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
An important framed lithograph of the "Grapeshot" clipper ship belonging to Geo Law Esq. NY. This print is reprinted from Lith by Currier & Ives, American, active 1834–1907. Its fram...
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Wood, Paper, Glass

1900s Large Caldwell Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1900's Caldwell large sconces with 2 lights
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Pair of Porcelain Vases
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of ormolu mounted serves porcelain vases.
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Early 1900s European Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Porcelain

Antique Spectacular Winter Scape with Hare Painting Russian
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Spectacular melancholic antique winter scape with hare oil on canvas large painting. Signed in cirillyc lower right/ probably White Russian emegrant artist.
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Early 1900s Balkan Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Canvas

Pair of Medicis Style Crystal Vases
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and decorative pair of Medicis style vases is made of crystal. This is a French work. Circa 1900
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Crystal

1900's Caldwell Gilt Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1900's Caldwell gilt bronze sconces with double lights
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Pair of Wood Carved Wings on Iron Bases
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of hand carved wood Italian wings that are newly mounted on iron bases. Great display items for your bookcase.
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Iron

1900 Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1900’s Caldwell neoclassic style silver plated sconces
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Large Wood Swirl Trompe l’oeil Wall Mirror, Italy
Located in Vienna, AT
Hand-carved 43.3” spiral frame mirror with a slight trompe l‘oeil effect, Italy, circa 1900 Amazing handcrafted Italian wall mirror composed of wood and golden and silver finish. ...
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Wood, Mirror

Pair of 1900's Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces with Cherubs
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900’s Caldwell silver plated sconces with cherubs and two lights
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze, Silver Plate

Neoclassical Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
As alabaster lighting was the first application of electricity in Sweden at the very end of the 19th century and the early 20th century, the designs often reflected the decor of the ...
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Early 1900s Swedish Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Alabaster

Bronze Cane Holder or Umbrella Stand
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
Bronze cane holder or umbrella stand. This is a French work. Circa 1900
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Antique Italian Carved Walnut Statue Pedestal Wine Candle Lamp Stand Table 1900
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique carved Italian walnut figural pedestal candle/wine stand, side table, Circa 1900. The table is very well carved with a circular table top, the pedestal support is carved with a Moorish standing figure raised on circular carved devices, the square plinth base having four carved paw feet. Condition is very good, the table is robust & very steady and is ready to receive a lamp, wine bottle & wine glasses or whatever you care to place on it? A good antique Italian carved figural pedestal table...
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Walnut

Pair of 1900 Caldwell Neoclassic Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Great pair of Caldwell gilt bronze sconces with neoclassic design.Original finish and patina.
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Venetian Hand-Painted Blind Door Secretary with Bookcase, Circa 1900
Located in Charleston, SC
Venetian blind door secretary with a carved scrolled decorative cornice, upper case bookcase with hand-painted parrots and foliage, slant top reve...
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Pair of 1900s Caldwell Gold Plated Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900’s Caldwell gold plated sconces with cherubs and two lights
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Gold, Bronze

1900's Gilt Bronze Caldwell 8 lights Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900's Caldwell gilt bronze 8 lights chandelier
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Round Brass Umbrella Stand
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice round umbrella stand is all made of brass. This is a French work. Circa 1900
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Neoclassical-Style Continental Silver '.800' Footed Double Inkstand by Dragstead
Located in New York, NY
Neoclassical - style, Continental Silver (.800), footed, double inkstand, Denmark, year-hallmarked for 1901, A. N. Dragsted - maker. Each of the wells is decorated with bows and garl...
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Early 1900s Danish Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Sterling Silver

Neoclassical, Style Continental Silver '.835' Chamber Stick
Located in New York, NY
Neoclassical, continental silver (.835) chamber stick, Austria, circa 1900. Measures 4 1/2 inches high x 4 1/4 inches diameter. Weighs 7.380 troy ounces....
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Sterling Silver

Antique Eli Griffith & Sons Green Marine Masthead Ship Lantern Fixture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Eli Griffith & Sons Green Marine Masthead Ship Lantern Fixture. Item features green painted finish, blue reflector, original tag, very nice antique item, great style and form...
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Early 1900s Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Metal

1900's Large Neoclassic Silver Plated Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1900's probably Caldwell 30 lights Neoclassic silver plated bronze chandelier with beautiful details, original finish and patina
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

English Edwardian Neoclassical Sterling Silver Trophy Bowl, 1901
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian Neoclassical sterling silver trophy bowl. Made by Charles Stuart Harris in London in 1901. Round and girdled with leaf-capped flying scroll handles; raised foot. Enough roo...
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Early 1900s British Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Sterling Silver

Pair of Neo-Gothic Bronze and Wrought Iron Andirons, French, 19th Century
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of neo-gothic andirons are made of bronze and wrought Iron. This is a French work from 19th century.
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze, Wrought Iron

Neoclassical Wall Lamp Torch with Swans and Eagle, 19th Century
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Special lamp in the form of a torch with swans and eagle. Made of hand carved wood. The lamp dates from circa 1900.
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Early 1900s Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Wood

Antique Turkish Pictorial Commemorative Rug
Located in Savannah, GA
This antique pictorial rug has all the bells and whistles. The two central figures featured are a woman and a flute player gathered around a shr...
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Early 1900s Turkish Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Wool, Cotton

Pair of Large Gilt Bronze and Polychrome Wall Sconces by Sterling Bronze Co.
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
An impressive pair of Large Three Arm Gilt Bronze Sconces with Crystal Bobeches. Backplate features a gilt bronze basket with a variety of polychrome fruit. Scones were originally di...
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

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

1900's Caldwell Lion Head Three lights Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Circa a 1900's Caldwell bronze sconces with lion head and three lights
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Palatial Set of Four French 19thCentury Louis XVI Style Gilt-Bronze Wall-Lights
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Palatial Set of Four French 19th-20th Century Louis XVI Style Neoclassical Gilt-Bronze Three-Light Wall Lights (Sconces). The tall elongated ormolu sconces with a back plate in the...
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze, Ormolu

1900's Caldwell Large Bronze 3 Lights Sconces with Crystal Leaves and Urn
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900's large Caldwell sconces with 3 lights, glass leaves and crystal urn body on top
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Crystal, Bronze

1900's Caldwell Bronze Engraved Chandelier with 6 lights
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900’s Caldwell 6 lights bronze chandelier with engraved body
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Pair of Italian Mirrors, Neoclassical Style Painted and Giltwood
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Italian mirrors, Neoclassical Style Painted And Giltwood Neoclassical style painted and giltwood. Pair of Italian Palladian architectural style horizontal painted...
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Wood, Mirror

1900's Caldwell Silver Plated Cherub Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1900s Caldwell Neoclassical silver plated sconces with cherub atop, two lights. Available matching chandelier
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Silver Plate, Bronze

1900's Caldwell Gilt Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 1900 gilt bronze Caldwell sconces with two lights
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

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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