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
Vintage White Architectural Terrarium/ Birdcage
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Dr. Livingstone, I presume?
Made in the Philippines.
In the manner of Maitland Smith.
Would bring character and flare to any room.
Lift top.
Gorgeous architectural features.
Wood ...
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Pair Early 20th Century French Carved Weathered Stone Garden Urns Planters
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a garden, terrace, or courtyard with this pair of elegant antique planters. Crafted in France circa 1920, each shallow bowl-form urn is hand-carved from stone and rests on a...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Cast Stone
E. H. Dumaige Patinated Bronze Figure of a Muse
Located in Astoria, NY
Etienne-Henri Dumaige (French, 1830-1888) Patinated Bronze Sculpture of a Dancing Muse, late 19th century, the draped dancing figure upholding a tambourine on a rectangular plinth, s...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Raymond Subes Brass and Marble Neoclassical Style Coffee Table
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant neoclassical style coffee table is made of bronze and brass with a black and gilt marble top. This is a French work by famous designer Raymond Subes. Circa...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Brass
Extraordinary Pair Of Ram’s Head Club Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An exceptional pair of club chairs with intricately carved frames with bold Rams Head arms. The generous seats and backs are custom upholstered in a fine and deep Celadon hue faux su...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Antique French Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze & Onyx Floor Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Newly Rewired, New Linen Shades
Materials: Gilt Bronze, Onyx Stone, New Custom Linen Shades
Style: French Neoclassical
Dimensions:
60.50”H x 11.50”W x 11.50”D
Shade:
10"...
Category
1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Onyx, Bronze
Pair of Trompe l'oeil Drink Tables After John Dickinson
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fantastic pair of Trompe l'oeil drink tables featuring composite faux marble blocks appearing to be wrapped in a draped cloth and tied with rope. Made in the manner and style of John...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Composition
Maison Bagués, Rare Pair of Neoclassical Round Brass and Glass Side Tables
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This rare pair of neoclassical round side tables are made of brass with a clear glass top. These are very nice side tables by famous fren...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
An Antique Pair Of White Carrara Marble Pedestals
Located in London, GB
A Continental pair of antique white Carrara marble pedestals. Square base and socle with slightly bulbous tapered columns, terminating in square capitals. Good condition for age, goo...
Category
1890s European Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Carrara Marble
Circular Side Table in Wood with Lemongrass Marquetry Fillets
Located in Miami, FL
Circular side table. In wood with lemongrass marquetry fillets and agate lid.
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble
Oval Teak and Custom Metal Base Garden Dining Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
Rustic oval teak table top with wonderful aged patina on a stylish custom iron base made by us, will make a perfect dining room, kitchen or that outdoor garden patio table.
The curul...
Category
Early 2000s American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Pair of Arbus Sconces, 4 pairs available
By André Arbus
Located in Miami, FL
Three pairs of Andre Arbus wall sconces. Bronze back plate and painted bronze hand. Nice and original old patina.
10" height with the shade, ...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Bronze
$3,450 / set
Italian Venetian Carved Floral Settee
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Venetian (18th century) cream painted and gilt trimmed carved floral design settee with roll arms and carving on back (restorations to interior f...
Category
18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Black Neoclassical Table Lamps
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of mixed metal neoclassical table lamps with pierced Greek key motif.
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
$1,300 / set
1920s Caldwell Gilt Bronze One Light Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell bronze sconces with one light
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
$2,800 / item
Antique French Bronze Wall Sconces Louis XVI/Neoclassical Style Oak & Bow Detail
Located in Bastogne, BE
A magnificent pair of antique French bronze wall sconces, exuding timeless elegance and grandeur.
These substantial sconces are crafted in either the Louis XVI or Neoclassical style...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Romantic Antique French White Porcelain Vase with Aged Copper Overlay
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Lovely antique French porcelain vase having neoclassical design with incredible aged copper overlay including swags, handles, tassels and base.
Measure...
Category
1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Copper
$1,440 Sale Price
20% Off
1900’s Caldwell Leaded Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930’s Caldwell leaded glass light fixture with interior lights
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Almost Pair of Italian Neoclassic Arm Chairs, early 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
In the 18th Century and early 19th Century, Chairs in continental Europe
were constructed of beechwood, on account of it's lightness and acceptance of stain and finishes.
The chairs ...
Category
1810s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Tall English Traditional Ceramic Greyhound Dog Statue in White
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A tall ceramic dog statue in white with a red and black tassel collar. This handsome Greyhound will be fabulous on a mantle or bookshelf. It is created from ceramic and painted in wh...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
$400 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Marcolini Period Meissen Porcelain Floral Bordeleau or Chamber Pot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique German porcelain bordeleau or chamber pot.
By Meissen.
Dating to the Marcolini period.
Decorated throughout with cold-painted Streublumen floral sprays. The lid wit...
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain, Wood
Bronze Neoclassical Table Lamp in style Maison Baguès - France 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Neo-classical lamp in polished and patinated bronze in the style of Maison Baguès.
This lamp will ship from France and can be returned to either France or to an upstate NY USA facili...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Set of Six Neoclassical Style Gilt Dining Chairs After Versace
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stunning set of six shiny gold dining chairs after Versace. The chairs feature thick gilt metal or gilded metal frames made in the neoclassical taste. The chair backs have greek colu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
Set of Four Architectural Engravings in the Manner of Piranesi
Located in Queens, NY
SET of Four Architectural Engravings in beige painted ceruse oak frames (in the Manner of Piranesi) PRICED AS SET)
Category
20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Paint
Danish 18th Century Writing Desk By Royal Architect C. F. Harsdorff
By Caspar Frederik Harsdorff
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
18th Century writing desk with five drawers. The desk is designed by the Danish royal neoclassical architect Caspar Frederik Harsdorff.
Category
Late 18th Century Danish Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Oak, Walnut
$2,026 Sale Price
70% Off
Italian Newspapers-Classical Style Hand Painted Top Cabinet / Credenza
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a hand painted Italian Neo-classical style cabinet with faux marble top. It also features a blush toned real marble top. The cabinet opens to a single shelf. The neutral ton...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble
Period Portico Clock in Tulipwood, Fine Inlay, Ormolu Mounts-France, 19th c.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Portico style French tulipwood clock with Boulle style fine inlays of mother-of-pearl and bronze. Eight day French movement with a grid-iron ormolu pendulum...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Ormolu
Light Blue Wedgwood Heart Shaped Trinket Box
By Wedgwood
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a light blue Wedgwood heart shaped small lidded box. The top of its lid is decorated with a Greek or Roman relief scene of a woman with a cape co...
Category
20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$52 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century Italian Pair of Antique Neoclassical Gilded Trumeau Glass Mirrors
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A pair of large 19th Century Italian Trumeau mirrors patinated in black with gilt frame details and centered shield with leaf decorations in the Neo Classical style, in good conditio...
Category
Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Giltwood, Pine
19th Century Victorian Neo Classical Terracotta Bust
Located in New York, NY
Classical terracotta bust in very good original condition showing only light cosmetic wear normal and consistent with age.
The bust depicts a woman’s head, her hair is tied back in ...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
Mantel Clock with Apollo, Early 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Large fire-gilded bronze pendulum clock on lion's paws with a rectangular pedestal featuring lyre and torch motifs. Above it rises the full-figure depiction of the god Apollo with a ...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Classical Plaster Bust of Goddess Diana Sculpture
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous cast plaster Neoclassical Grand Tour style female head bust of Diana the Huntress goddess sculpture
USA, 21st Century
Measures: 8"W x 5"D...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Plaster
$556 Sale Price
30% Off
Antique Portland Blue Jasperware Bowl with White Overlay by Wedgwood England
By Wedgwood
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A stunning Neoclassical Wedgwood Portland blue bowl with a white overlay. This piece is believed to have been a small sugar bowl, however we think it...
Category
20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
$200 Sale Price
20% Off
Lalique Crystal Sculpture Of Nude Lady in Bubble
By Lalique
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Lalique Frosted Crystal Nude Lady in Bubble sculpture. It depicts a nude woman in a sensual kneeling position washing her hair and covered by some bubbles. The sculpture’s ...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Crystal
Copper Plate Engravings by Giovanni Battista Piranesi
Located in San Francisco, CA
Set of etchings of views of a Greek ceremonial klismos chair.
In his fifties, G.B. Piranesi was interested in archaeology and studied in Southern Ita...
Category
1770s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood, Paper
$7,000 Sale Price / set
30% Off
Late 19th Historistic ceiling lamp with original glass shades
Located in Wien, AT
Late 19th Historistic ceiling lamp with original glass shades
Category
1890s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
$1,340 Sale Price
60% Off
48 Round Pedestal Dining Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
A blend of timeless elegance and robust construction. Perfect for intimate meals and cozy gatherings, this table is designed to be both functional and stylish.
Constructed of solid ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
$2,985 / item
19th C. Italian Neoclassical Giltwood and Glass Chandelier with Figural Carvings
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in Italy circa 1860, this exceptional giltwood chandelier with three lights embodies the grandeur of the Neoclassical style. The circular frame is richly adorned with hand-ca...
Category
Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Giltwood, Cut Glass
John Himmel Reeded Mirror Neoclassical Style Cabinet
Located in Houston, TX
John Himmel Reeded Mirror Neoclassical Style Cabinet composed of reeded and antiqued glass mirror. This magnificent two-door cabinet features two hand blown glass face medallions.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Reeded Glass, Wood
A set of four hand carved statuary marble statues depicting ‘The Four Seasons”
By Carlo Nicoli
Located in Tyrone, Northern Ireland
A set of four hand carved statuary marble statues depicting ‘The Four Seasons” after Carlo Nicoli
Winter wearing a cloak, Spring with flowers, Summer with sheath of corn and scythe, ...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Statuary Marble
A MINIMALIST POST-MODERN COFFEE TABLE by ALAIN RICHARD France 1970
Located in PARIS, FR
An elegant minimal and square rectangular coffee table, side table or night stand, Radical, Post-Modern, Architectural, black geometric structure made of square-section metal tubes, ...
Category
1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Travertine, Metal
Us patent tammany mechanical cast iron saving bank, 1875
Located in Bilzen, BE
American mechanical piggy bank TAMMANY BANK called "The fat man". Plychrome cast iron, the right arm and the movable head so that the "fat man" puts the piece in his room while noddi...
Category
1870s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Jacques Adnet Leather and Brass Bed, 1950
Located in San Francisco, CA
Elegant bed frame by French designer Jacques Adnet. Completely wrapped in black saddle leather. Characteristic stacked bamboo motif. Signature Jacques A...
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Montereau Creil French Creamware Faïence d’Aix en Provence Architecture Plate
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A French Neoclassical faïence transfer printed creamware plate produced by Montereau, Creil, circa 1824-1836.
A black transfer of an architectural im...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Creamware
Antique US Trapdoor Springfield M1873 Rifle Socket Bayonet Scabbard 21.5"
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 19th century United States military socket bayonet for the Trapdoor Springfield M1873 rifle. Slim, tapered triangular blade with a slightly upturned tip. Metal scabbard with rot...
Category
19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
$188 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Cherub Consoles with Marble Tops, circa 1930s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 1930s Italian cherub consoles with marble tops. The pair is opposing and both holding flamed torchiers. The wood cherub are painted in a grayish...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Carrara Marble
$1,520 Sale Price / set
60% Off
Pair of Classic White Side Tables
Located in Westwood, NJ
Blend timeless geometry with artisanal charm. Symmetrical lines complement the richness of the oak surface and column legs, while finely squared accents at each base add a tailored d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
$2,274 / set
Large Fenton Hobnail Milk Glass Footed Center Bowl, EAPG Compote, Serving Piece
Located in Chicago, IL
Larger Fenton milk glass bowl stands on a short pedestal foot and is decorated with a hobnail pattern on the bowl exterior. Great ruffled edge. Marke...
Category
1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Milk Glass
Meissen Marcolini Period Porcelain Twin Handled Painted Fruit Basket
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A fine antique German porcelain twin handled fruit basket by prolific makers Meissen and dating from the Marcolini period 1774 to 1814. The fruit basket stands raised on four Greek k...
Category
Late 18th Century European Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Neoclassical Lounge Chairs circa 1960, Maison Jansen, 2 Pairs Available
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of French neoclassical Maison Jansen lounge chairs circa 1960. 2 Pairs available.
Priced by pair
Original velvet fabric, very good condition.
Sturdy and very comfortable.
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Wood
$4,720 Sale Price / set
40% Off
Gorgeous Versace Crystal Vase with Gilded Base. Italy, 1970's
Located in Cantù, IT
Exclusive amber-colored crystal vase, engraved with elegant motifs and decorated with a central "Versailles" engraving. Its classic-style gold base with fine details gives this piece...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Square Brass Umbrella Stand
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice and simple square umbrella stand is made of brass with a cast iron base. This is a French. work. Circa 1900
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Iron
Classic French Desk
Located in Westwood, NJ
Classic French Black Desk with a tooled inset leather top writing surface, the ebonized and polished finish with brass trim and capitals, with frieze drawer and raised on square tape...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
$4,854 / item
Antique Neoclassical Mahogany Extendable Dining Table for Restoration
Located in Bridgeport, CT
For restoration. A finely crafted neoclassical oval mahogany dining table with a plain apron. Along with three leaves. Raised on six cylindrical tapering legs with ring turned tops a...
Category
19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Italian 19th Century Bed Wrought Iron, Decorated with Mother of Pearl Scales
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Romantic single bed in iron of the 19th century. Headboard and footboard enameled wood effect with floral decorations and mother of pearl scales.
Measures cm: H 170\104, W 95, D 2...
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
12 Heavily Gilt Encrusted Antique Green & Gold Minton England Dinner Plates
By Minton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A gorgeous set ! Please click on the pictures to see the detail and enlarge. Heavy raised paste gilding on a vibrant green collar and custom ordered through the fine Gilded Age Retai...
Category
Early 1900s British Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Gold, Enamel
Woodard Chantilly Rose White Wrought Iron Tea or Bar Cart
Located in Stamford, CT
This is a Classic Woodard Chantilly Rose wrought iron tea cart or bar cart, well made and fine quality.
Wood, a great American company, furnished th...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Rustic Light Oak Nightstands
Located in Westwood, NJ
A rustic light oak two-drawer nightstand with a herringbone parquetry design. This beautiful nightstand has two frieze-inspired drawers with Verde Bronze handles. It is supported by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
$2,550 / set
Pair Neoclassical Brass and Marble Tall Table or Buffet Lamps
Located in Toledo, OH
Pair of brass and marble tall table or buffet lamps in a neoclassical barley twist design with cherub detail and a square marble base. 37" tall x 6 1/2" square base. Shades are not i...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Brass
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
$8,888 / item
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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