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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Item type: Antique and Vintage
Style: Neoclassical
Italian, 18th Century, Small Carved White Marble Capital With Traces Of Gilding
Located in Buisson, FR
Lovely small hand-carved white marble capital with traces of its original gilding.
Beautiful weathered white marble .
Italy circa 1780
Weathered
Measurements include the wooden pede...
Category
Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble
Italian Late Neoclassic Walnut Small Glass Door Cabinet, ca. 1840
Located in Atlanta, GA
The upper section of graduated form with two shelves thus three levels, the lower section with finials and a pull-out slide for folding or additional work space and two drawers, the ...
Category
1840s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Pair Of Neoclassical Style Bronze Gueridon Tables With Stone Tops
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The pair with fine traditional Campaign form having Bronze Strap frames with the legs terminating in a delicately rendered Paw foot. The Stone tops in a deep black with good color d...
Category
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Stone, Bronze
Antique Neoclassical Carved Walnut & Burl Dining Table Circa 1930
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Neoclassical dining extension dining table offers walnut construction with clip corner top having skirt with burl reserves and dental molding raised on double fluted legs ...
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Brown Jordan Chaise lounge chairs with cushions, wheels, adjustable back, MCM
By Brown Jordan
Located in San Jose, CA
Set of 2 beautiful chaise lounge chairs by Brown Jordan with cushions
Made of cast Aluminum
On wheels and multi-adjusting back
One of the wheels has the rubber trim around it missin...
Category
1980s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
Italian Inlaid Rosewood Commode Dresser Chest of Drawers
Located in Long Branch, NJ
Gorgeous Italian Inlaid Rosewood Commode Dresser Chest of Drawers
Dimensions : 49.5" Wide X 22.25" Deep X 37" Tall
This Commode is out of this world! It has gorgeous rosewood grain...
Category
1990s Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
19th Century Set of Two Green Marble and Lapis lazuli Assembled Italian Obelisks
Located in Catania, Sicilia
This set of two green marble and lapis lazuli assembled Italian obelisks is a stunning examples of decorative art, embodying the elegance, luxury, and craftsmanship of the era. They ...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Marble
Maitland Smith Attributed Tessellated and Bronze Torchieres, 1990s
Located in Hamburg, PA
A wonderful pair of bronze over steel Torchieres with tesselated shades. The pair of lamps is attributed to Maitland Smith, however, they are unmarked. This lovely pair of floor lamp...
Category
1990s Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Steel
Antique Neoclassical Greek Aphrodite Figural Cast Plaster Statue C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Neoclassical Greek Aphrodite Figural Cast Plaster Statue C1920
Measures- 33''H x 15''W x 10''D
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Plaster
Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica lunch plate. Hand-painted. Gold rim.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica lunch plate in porcelain.
Hand-painted. Gold rim.
Model 20/3550.
Dating: 1965
Stamped.
Perfect condition.
First factory quality.
Dimensions: Diameter 2...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Classical Metal Orb Garden Finial
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful vintage metal garden orb finial
USA, Late 20th Century
Measures: 8"W x 8"D x 13"H
Very good vintage condition.
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
Vintage Reclaimed Salvage 92" Tall Wooden Faux Marble Painted Column Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Item: Vintage Italian Style 92" Tall Wooden Faux Marble Painted Columns Architectural Elements - a Pair. Circa Mid to Late 20th Century.
Measurements:
Overall: 92" H x 10" W x 10" ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique Glazed Terracotta Panel of an Architect
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique glazed terracotta panel depicting an architect holding his masterpiece. This impressive panel displays detail and lustre making it a striking piece for any property. A dom...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
Neoclassical Chest of Drawers, early 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Neoclassical chest of drawers with three drawers and brass escutcheons. The chest of drawers is made of walnut and stands on elegant square tapered legs. The top drawer is slightly s...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Neoclassical Style Brass and Glass Pendant Light with Hand-Painted Landscape
Located in Barntrup, DE
Neoclassical style brass and glass pendant light with hand-painted landscape from circa the 1920s.
This stunning Neoclassical-style pendant light fixture features a yellow and pale s...
Category
1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Reed and Barton Francis I Pattern Sterling Silver Serving Spoon & Fork Set
Located in New York, NY
This beautifully detailed and well balanced Reed and Barton Francis I Pattern Sterling Silver Serving Spoon & Fork Set originates from the United States, Circa 1950. Features a lovel...
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Dutch Neoclassical Carved Wooden Relief, The Three Graces, Late 18th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
Relief carving of pinewood depicting The Three Graces, one of the most classical subjects of Greek and Roman antiquity. Carving tools are used to create the image until it becomes t...
Category
1780s Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Antique Bronze Sculpture of Man with Panther
Located in Hudson, NY
Antique bronze sculpture of a male figure with a panther.
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Swedish Designer, Lounge Chairs, Birch, Velvet, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of green grey velvet and birch lounge chairs designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Seat height 16”.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Birch
Neoclassical Maison Jansen Style Steel And Brass Coffee Table
Located in New York, NY
Neoclassical Revival, Maison Jansen style brushed steel and brass coffee table with inset glass top. Circa 1960s- 1970's. Stamped Italy on the bottom of the feet. Please note of wea...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Steel
2 Antique French Concrete Stone Reclining Cherub Putti Garden Statues 30"
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of antique classical French putto / cherub statues representing two of the four seasons. Made of concrete / stone featuring two reclining figures, one left facing with wheat an...
Category
1920s Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Concrete
Al Kaufman Framed Original Signed & Numbered Etching with COA 75/300
Located in San Diego, CA
Original 1970's etching by Listed artist Al Kaufman , framed in glass and oak with COA signed an numbered Sandalwood title.
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Glass, Oak, Paper
Antique Neoclassical Second Empire Black Marble Mantle Clock with Cherub Plaques
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Neoclassical Second Empire Black Marble Mantle Clock with Bronze Columns & Cupid Scene in Relief Frieze & Base Plaques C1880
Measures- 34''H x 74.5''W x 20''D
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Antique Marbled Plaster Statue of Hebe
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique marbled plaster statue of Hebe, the goddess of youth, after Antonio Canova. Made in plaster, the exterior of this life size sculptures is made to simulate marble, making t...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Plaster
Italian, Veneto, Neoclassic Walnut 1-Drawer Side Table, ca. 1810-1820
Located in Atlanta, GA
Having a solid rectangular top with a banded edge atop a conforming case housing one drawer with its original ring pull, the case atop tapering saber legs
Category
1810s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Portuguese Secla Majolica Lettuce Leaf Lunch Plates, Pair, Lemon Yellow
By Secla
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of ceramic lemon-yellow color lettuce leaf plates by Secla. This wonderful pair of Portuguese plates will be a fabulous touch on your serving table. Each plate features a rais...
Category
20th Century Portuguese Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Clay
Pair of 19th Century Italian Silver Gilt Candlesticks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Pair of 19-century Italian silver gilt candlesticks standing on a tripod-footed base with iron prickets that represents a luxurious blend of elegance and practicality, characterist...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Silver Leaf
Alabaster Statue of David After the Antique
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An alabaster statue of David after the antique. In Neoclassical style, this impactful sculpture is expertly carved. This depiction of Michelangelos original sculpture would look stri...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Alabaster
Antique York Stone Sculpture of Caractacus
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique York stone statue of King Caractacus. Signed Morton, South Street, this over life size statue displays a powerful stance and characterful weathering.
It certainly is a im...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Stone
Reed and Barton Francis I Pattern Sterling Silver Serving Fork
Located in New York, NY
"This beautifully detailed and well balanced Reed and Barton Francis I Pattern Sterling Silver Serving Fork originates from the United States, Circa 1950. Features a lovely profile c...
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Bronze Putto Cupid Angel Torchiere Globe Sculpture After Emile Bruchon 17"
By Emile Bruchon
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage cast bronze sculpture / figurine in the shape of a putto / cherub / angel carrying a torch, perched on top of a globe studded with stars.
"Émile Bruchon was a quintessential...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Late 19th Century Tall Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Four drawer chest in walnut with ebonized moldings
Nicely figured walnut with graduated dovetail drawers
Supported by wooden casters.
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Victor Demanet Bronze Sculpture
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Victor Demanet Bronze Sculpture
Working technique in (lost wax bronze)
Signed and sealed at the top
Paris b-L ON ITS BASE
Origin France Circa 1930
Excellent condition
The color of it...
Category
1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
French Amber Color Alabaster and Bronze Pendant Chandelier, circa 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
A magnificent Neoclassical style amber color alabaster pendant ceiling light fixture with an ornate bronze frame. France, 1920s.
This masterfully carved beautiful alabaster bowl is held by a bronze rim with leaf-shaped attachments and suspended by three ornate bronze chains and a richly, with leaf decor decorated, bronze ceiling rose.
The light shining through the amber color stone...
Category
1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Alabaster, Bronze
Antique Neoclassical Mahogany & Brass Piano Floor Lamp c1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Neoclassical Hinks's Mahogany and Brass Piano Floor Lamp with Opalescent Laurel Wreath Designed Glass Shade C1890
Measures - 73.5"H x 19"W x 19"D
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Neoclassical Sterling Silver Pierced Serving Spoon w/ Naturalist Relief Handle
Located in New York, NY
This gleaming and sophisticated Neoclassical Sterling Silver Pierced Serving Spoon W/Naturalist Relief Handle originates from the United States, Circa 1950. Features a lovely form of...
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Decorative Embossed Hammered Tin Panel w Trophy Urn 52"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage decorative embossed and hammered tin panel featuring a trophy urn with flowers, fleur de lis and acanthus accents.
Dimensions:
28" x 52"
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Tin
Early 20th Century English Child's Teapot
Located in Sheffield, MA
The early 20th Century English petite child's teapot is decorated around the opening with fluting as is the rim of the lid. Both pieces of the white teapot are marked "Spode Copeland...
Category
Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Pottery
Pair of Antique Minton & Co Tile Panels
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A pair of antique glazed Minton tile panels. This pair have a desirable crazing creating a characterful time worn look. With all their elements combined, they make the perfect decora...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Clay
Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux, L'Espiegle, Verdigris Bronze Bust Anna Foucart
Located in Germantown, MD
Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux (French 1827-1975) L'Espiegle "The Mischief Maker" Patinated Verdigris Bronze Bust of Anna Foucart smiling.
Measures 10" wide , 10" deep and 19.5" tall.
Bor...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Unique Tulip Shaped Garden Urn/Planter
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Italian tulip-shaped urn or planter, crafted from cement, combines robust functionality with aesthetic grace, making it a striking addition to any garden setting. The tulip sha...
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Cement
Set of Four Antique Ormolu Roundels by Mathurin Moreau
Located in London, GB
Set of four antique ormolu roundels by Mathurin Moreau
French, Late 19th Century
Height 3cm, diameter 44cm
This set of four sculptural panels is crafted by the renowned French met...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
John Stobart (English, B. 1929) Portsmouth Merchants Row NH Signed Print
By John Stobart
Located in Bridgeport, CT
"John Stobart (British b. 1929) paintings and limited edition prints are collected around the world and seen by visitors of the Peabody Museum in Massachusetts and the Portland Museu...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Chamberlains Worcester Pair of Dishes, Orange and Gilt Floral Border, ca 1810
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful pair of square dishes made by Chamberlains Worcester in about 1810. The dishes have a nice lobed shape, and a stunning orange ground border with a richly gilded f...
Category
1810s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
French 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Jasperware Table Jardinière
Located in London, GB
French 19th century gilt bronze and jasperware table jardinière
French, Late 19th Century
Height 23cm, width 53cm, depth 25cm
Crafted from gilt bronze and jasperware, this antiqu...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
David Beringer (1756-1821) Polyhedral Wooden Sundial
Located in Firenze, IT
Shipping policy
No additional costs will be added to this order.
Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included).
DAVID BERINGER (1756-1821)
The frui...
Category
Late 18th Century German Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique French 'Cupid' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, NL
18th - 19th century French neoclassical period fireback with a cupid.
The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon request it can be made black / pewter at...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Pair of Large Lidded Royal Vienna Porcelain Vases
Located in London, GB
Pair of large lidded Royal Vienna porcelain vases
Austrian, 19th Century
Height 61cm, width 42cm, depth 19cm
This exceptional pair of vases combine an intriguing form with superb p...
Category
19th Century Austrian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
John Stobart (English, B. 1929), Independence, Ltd. Ed. Signed
By John Stobart
Located in Bridgeport, CT
"John Stobart (British b. 1929) paintings and limited edition prints are collected around the world and seen by visitors of the Peabody Museum in Massachusetts and the Portland Museum in Maine. He is well known maritime artist known for images of ports and vessels as they were in the great era of sail and stream".
INDEPENDENCE, Wayne City Landing, Start of the Santa Fe Trail...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Antique Carved and Painted Swedish Neo-Classical Mirror
Located in Dallas, TX
Elegant carved and painted Swedish Neo-Classical mirror. Beautiful patina on this piece! So pretty!!
Category
18th Century Swedish Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Giltwood
20th Century Venetian Blackmoore on Stand
Located in Guadalajara, Jalisco, MX
A beautiful sculpture by the Mexican artist, inspired by all these Mexican cultures. Carlos Mérida was a Guatemalan (active in Mexico) Impressionist & Modern artist who was born in 1...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Sandstone
Mid 20th C. English Porcelain Dinner Service (52 Pieces) for Harrods of London
By Harrods
Located in Morristown, NJ
20th c., English, Royal Tuscan for Harrold's of London (52) pieces, white porcelain dinnerware, with gilt rim decorated in gold Greek Key de...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Gold
Antique French 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, NL
18th - 19th century French neoclassical fireback with two pillars of freedom. The pillars symbolize the value liberty, one of the three values of the French revolution.
The firebac...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
French Antique Neoclassical Style Slipper Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Carved Wood, Original Upholstery
Category
1930s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
19th Century Italian Silver Gilt Candlesticks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Pair of 19-century Italian silver gilt candlesticks standing on a tripod-footed base with iron prickets that represents a luxurious blend of elegance and practicality, characterist...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Silver Leaf
Antique Italian Limestone Statue of Diana the Huntress and Her Dog, C. 1890
Located in Dallas, TX
Hand-carved from Italian limestone, circa 1890, this beautiful Neoclassical statue is a unique interpretation of the famous Diana of Versailles statue (the 1st or 2nd-century marble,...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Stone, Limestone
A Louis XVI Ormolu Figural Cartel Clock
Located in Kittery Point, ME
A Louis XVI Ormolu Figural Cartel Clock, the circular white enamel dial signed "Baudoin A Paris" within a cartouche-shaped case surmounted by an urn and flanked by two female bust fi...
Category
Late 18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
Antique French Neoclassical Period Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, NL
18th - 19th century French neoclassical period fireback.
The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon request it can be made black / pewter at no extra cos...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
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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