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
Bevel cut bird's-eye maple mirror with gilt bezel, c. 1835
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Neoclassic bevel cut bird’s-eye maple mirror frame with gilt bezel.
American, circa 1835.
Category
Mid-19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Birdseye Maple
Zabihi Collection Blue Persian Sarouk Rug
Located in New York, NY
Predominant Soft Blue Formal Persian Farahan Sarouk Small Room size from the 1920s
Details
rug no. j3745
size 7' 5" x 10' (226 x 305 cm)
rug type Sarouk
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wool
Pair of American Mahogany Upholstered Slip Seat Gondola Chairs, c. 1830-35
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Pair of American neoclassic mahogany and figured mahogany veneered slip seat gondola chairs in the French Restoration taste. The boxed slip seat is fitted to a bowed mahogany front s...
Category
Mid-19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Rose Tarlow Iron Twig Stone Top Garden Dining Suite
By Rose Tarlow
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic patio and garden dining suite consisting of four iron armchairs and one round stone top dining table measuring 53.5 inches in diameter. The iron twig design by Rose Tarlow is...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Granite, Iron
Estate Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Tankard Form Baby Cup
Located in New York, NY
Charming, rare estate Tiffany & Co. sterling silver baby cup in the form of a miniature tankard
20th Century
Marks: Tiffany & Co., Sterling, 2419
Engraving: Adam
Condition: Very Good...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Impressive Pair of Cast Iron Enameled Shell Motif Sculptures
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Stunning pair of white enameled cast iron shell motif sculptures, perfect for a mantel statement. These were refashioned andirons cut down to fit on top of a mantel in Palm Beach.
Category
1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Brass Side Table by Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice neoclassical side table is made of brass with 2 glass shelves. This is a French work by Maison Jansen. Circa 1950
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Set Of Four Neoclassical Star and Dolphin Chairs
By Molla
Located in Bradenton, FL
Set of Four Neoclassical Style Aluminum Mid-Century Dolphin Chairs. Chairs are attributed to Kenneth Lynch, an American designer, known for high-quality garden and outdoor furniture....
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Hand Carved Nude Light Alabaster Glamour Sculpture, Circa 1920
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original hand-carved nude light alabaster glamour sculpture featuring young nude women laying down in the ocean waves. This unique sculpture lights u...
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Alabaster
Pair of Large Antique White Glass Vases by Baccarat
By Baccarat
Located in London, GB
Pair of large antique white glass vases by Baccarat
French, Late 19th Century
Height 120cm, diameter 41cm
Of an impressive size, this identical pair of vases are made from sophisti...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Opaline Glass
19th Century French Louis XVI Painted Marble Top Demilune Console
Located in Miami, FL
19th Century French Louis XVI painted marble top demilune console will make a beautiful accent for an entryway, hall or staircase! Resplendent with stunning architecture and embellis...
Category
Late 19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique Hand Painted Brown Metal Chest or Box with Floral Design
Located in Plainview, NY
A lovely large antique hand painted Metal chest to box. The box features exquisite floral design with gilded motifs on the top of the box and round...
Category
1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
Pair of 18th C Style Pierre Bouillon Engraving Prints of Roman & Greek Friezes
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
18th Century style Pierre Bouillon neoclassical engraving Prints of Roman & Greek Friezes. Beautifully framed.
Additional information:
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Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Giltwood
Exceptional 19th Century Italian Pietra Dura Marble Centre Table
Located in Rome, IT
The circular top decorated with various specimen marbles including Rosso antico, serpentino, Giallo antico, Palombino, Malachite , Granito, Carrara .. ecc.
Masterpiece of Italian c...
Category
1870s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble
Pair of Sterling Silver Spoons Monogrammed "E"
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of early 20th-century sterling silver serving spoons with an "E" monogram, cartouche, and ornate detailing. Such pieces often hold historical and aesthetic value.
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
A Pair of POSTMODERN NEOCLASSICAL Wall LAMPS Sconces France 1990-2000
Located in PARIS, FR
A thin and elegant pair of (double) wall appliques sconces, to be attributed, France 1990-2000. Each sample consists in a single curved wall base with 2 short arms holding 2 long ver...
Category
1990s French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
Queen White Oak Four Poster "Tulip Top" Bed with Turned Posts
Located in Tiverton, RI
The tulip top bed is one of our most popular, with a contiguous headboard and post height this bed is perfect for a smaller scale room. Featuring a cappe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Queen Hale Navy Painted Maple Cannonball Four Poster Bed with Flat Headboard
Located in Tiverton, RI
The Classic cannonball bed features the favorite round ball top bed posts with a merry cut-out flat headboard. This timeless Classic is perfect for gues...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Scroll Back and Scroll Arm Club Chair with Loose Seat Cushion and Pleated Skirt
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Nolis club chair is our version of one of the most popular styles of club chair known, a classic style club chair that is extremely comfortable and can be a welcome addition in a...
Category
2010s American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Linen
Queen Antiqued Black Maple Four Poster Bed with Wear by Scott James Furniture
Located in Tiverton, RI
The Tulip Top bed is one of our most popular, with a contiguous headboard and post height this bed is perfect for a smaller scale room. Featuring a cappe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Neoclassical Style Lacquered Marble Top Console Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stunning Mid-Century Modern lacquered console table featuring a Carrara marble top. Made in France in the neoclassical taste having a parcel gilt decorated case. Fronted by two stora...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Carrara Marble, Brass
Pair of Italian Neoclassical Style Walnut Nightstands
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of classic 19th century Italian Neoclassical style walnut nightstands. Nightstands feature white Carrara marble inlay on top, two drawers for practical storage, and ornate bra...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Carrara Marble, Brass
Pair of Hollywood Regency Wrought Iron Curule Benches
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stylish pair of Hollywood Regency wrought iron curule benches made in the neoclassical taste. Featuring an X-form design with scrolled arms a...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Plaster Bust of a Roman Woman
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant 19th-century Italian Neoclassical bust captures the timeless beauty and grace of a Roman woman, rendered in plaster with exquisite attention to detail. The subject’s ser...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Plaster
North Italian Antique Pair of Walnut Neoclassical Bedside Tables, Circa 1820
Located in Chatham, ON
Fine pair of North Italian Neoclassical walnut bedside tables - two drawers to each table - expertly hand crafted - waxed finish - doweled construction (no apparent nails) - featurin...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Pair of 19th Century Ironstone Tureens
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These two Ironstone tureens are in mint condition and both have labels.
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Ironstone
19th Century French Neoclassical Giltwood Trumeau Mirror
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
An imposing French 19th century trumeau mirror in wood and gilded stucco, crafted in a neo- classical style. This simple but elegant mirror is enclosed within a fluted giltwood frame...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Giltwood
Gorham Sterling Silver Floral Repoussé Chambersticks, circa 1920-1930, a Pair
By Gorham
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of Gorham sterling silver Chambersticks, circa 1920-1930.
A beautiful Repoussé pattern of roses, fans, shells, and scrolls. Each with a finger holder, charming for the bedsid...
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Michael Taylor Designs White Klismos Lacquered Dining Chair
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic Michael Taylor design white dining chair featuring a cream lacquered finish. Designed in the neoclassical taste with a greco-roman klismos chair inspiration. The seat has a ta...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Cane, Beech
Set of Eight Michael Taylor Margot Dining Chairs Distressed
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare set of eight Michael Taylor Margot labeled dining chairs featuring a weathered and distressed finish to mimic age. The set consists of six side chairs and two host armchairs mea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century Classical Mahogany Queen Size Sleigh Bedstead
Located in Germantown, MD
A Late 20th Century Classical Mahogany Queen Size Sleigh Bedstead. Great vintage Condition. Slats present. Measures 63" in width, 44" in height at the headboard, 35" in height at th...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Carl Faberge attb signed silver 84 jewelry box parcel- gilt St Petersburg 1890
By Fabergé
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an amazing parcel-gilt silver table ,jewelry box in the form of a box. Artist initial NS or IS undetermined , signed also Faberge in Cyrillic , According experts the box was ...
Category
1890s Russian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Silver
Italian Neo-Classic Inlaid Marquetry Single Drawer Centre Table
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Neo-Classic (18th Century) walnut and lemonwood single drawer rectangular centre table with ornate inlaid patterns along the borders and legs with a mythological Griffin moti...
Category
18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Decorative Brass Sculpture representing a Duck
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and decorative sculpture representing a duck is made of brass. This is a French work, very finely chiseled. Circa 1970
Category
1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
American Antique Lighthouse Sculpture Lamp, Circa 1910
Located in Atlanta, GA
Early 20th Century American antique lighthouse sculptural table lamp in working condition. Circa 1910. Natural finish with oxidation to metal as exp...
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
Vintage Classical Plaster Male Bust of Hermes Sculpture
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous cast plaster Neoclassical Grand Tour style male head bust of Hermes sculpture
USA, Late 20th Century
Measures: 8"W x 5"D x 13.25"H.
Good original vintage condition.
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Plaster
Antique Russian Neoclassical Gilt Bronze & Cut Crystal Figural Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
This antique Russian Neoclassical chandelier features a triple-tiered gilt bronze frame adorned with cut crystal prisms. The structure is composed of a circular lower tier with eight...
Category
Early 20th Century Russian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Bronze Sculpture of Diana the Huntress by A. Moreau
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 19 1/4 in W: 20 in D: 8 in
This exceptional late 19th-century French bronze sculpture by the renowned artist Auguste Moreau (1834–1917) presents an elegant and powe...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Italian Neoclassical Bilboa Marble & Gilt Wood Foliage Urn Wall Mirror, C. 1780
Located in Charleston, SC
Italian Neoclassical Bilboa marble and gilt wood foliage urn wall mirror. Mirror retains the original silvered glass and wood backing, Late 18th century
Category
1780s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble
Pair of Neo Classic Incurved Nightstands
Located in Westwood, NJ
Made of mahogany and finished in our Antique French Oak finish, this bedside table showcases the timeless beauty of classic design with a contemporary twist.
The warm tones and rich...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
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
Grey Pillow Goat Hair 18x18" 45x45cm
Located in Dural, AU
Introduce alluring elements to your interior landscape with this 18x18" grey pillow hand-crafted from authentic goat skin. High in quality, this sustainable design celebrates natural textures merged into luxe home living.
Translating contemporary styling, each goat skin pillow injects tactile elements and looks caotivating layered with other textures or styled on its own. Featuring a single-side fur pillow the grey goat hair is complimented with a high-end upholstery linen reverse and fitted with a feather insert for addiional comfort and elegance.
PRODUCT DETAILS:
dimesions: 18x18" or 45x45cm
Comes with a feather insert
Sustainable Goat Skin Fur Front
Reverse is a European Linen
Designed & Made in Australia
CUSTOM MAKE
Designed by Australian Furrier Emily Barbara for eluxury home...
Category
2010s Australian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Fur
Cast Iron Horse Doorstop Signed Hunter
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cast iron horse doorstop Signed Hunter.
Copyright 1949. VA Metal Crafters, Waynesboro, VA.
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Lorenz Hutschenreuter, Monarch Set of 12 Dinner Plates and 12 Salad Plates
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Lorenz Hutschenreuter, Monarch set of 12 dinner plates and 12 salad plates. They depicts a white center with a cobalt blue edge enhanced with...
Category
20th Century German Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
German Late 18th Century Chest Of Drawers, Walnut, Restored with Patina
Located in Greven, DE
Classicist chest of drawers
Southern Germany
Walnut and others
late 18th century
Dimensions: H x W x D: 88 x 121 x 58 cm
Description:
Three-tier piece of furniture standing on tap...
Category
Late 18th Century German Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Walnut
18th - 19th Century 'Abduction of Persephone' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Soest, NL
18th - 19th century French Neoclassical fireback with the abduction of Persephone by Hades. Demeter, the goddess of the crops and harvest and Z...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Pre-Colombian Casas Grande Olla Pot
Located in Bradenton, FL
Pre-Colombian Casas Grande Olla Pot, Arizona, c. 1150-1450 , Zoomorphic Polychrome Decoration. The Casas Olla Pot is made of clay and has a rounded, bulbous shape. It's surface is de...
Category
15th Century and Earlier American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Clay, Pottery
1930s Weller Pottery Neoclassical Acanthus Umbrella Cane Stand 20"
Located in Dayton, OH
Circa 1930's ceramic umbrella / cane stand featuring a Neoclassical motif with acanthus leaves in peach and white. Attributed to Weller Pottery. Stamped USA in base
Dimensions:
11" ...
Category
1930s Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Cast Iron French Classical Style Urn Form Outdoor Garden Planter with Faces
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cast iron French Classical style urn form 17" outdoor garden planter with faces. Item features heavy cast iron construction, double handles, drapes and faces to sides, shapely urn fo...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Wonderful Empire Neoclassical Bronze Crystal Swag Regency Baltic Chandelier
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful empire / neoclassical bronze and crystal swag regency / Baltic style French 6 candelabras light chandelier, wiring has been updated and comes with chain canopy and mounti...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Antique American New England Cottage Chest of Drawers Dresser
Located in Southampton, NJ
Late 19th c. custom antique cottage New England chest of five drawers with marvelous hand carvings and planed construction; locks & key. Very unique in character & substantial heirlo...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Cherry, Pine
Set of Twenty-One Richard Frinier for Brown Jordan Florentine Suite
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare, monumental set of twenty-one patio and garden furniture suite designed in the neoclassical style by Richard Frinier for Brown Jordan. From the iconic Florentine collection the ...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Wrought Iron
Single Vintage Handcrafted Wall-Mounted Brass Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Single wall hanging lantern arch style made of solid brass, quality workmanship, bevelled glass, electrified with 3 40/watt lights, beautiful patina great light exposure. Working and...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Neoclassical Style carved mahogany recamier / chaise by Baker
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning Neoclassical Style carved mahogany recamier / chaise lounge manufactured by Baker,, Frame in excellent original condition.. original fabric upholstery has minor marks,,hav...
Category
1980s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
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
Sherle Wagner Crystal "Renaissance" Cabinet or Drawer Knob - 10 Available
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sherle Wagner Crystal Drawer or Cabinet Pulls.
2" d x 1.5" w. - 10 Available.
If you would like specific photographed pulls - just ask!
Longer screw stems can be purchased from ...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Henri Studio Concrete Cement Small Round Classical Cherub Garden Planter Pot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Henri studio concrete cement small 11" round classical cherub garden planter pot. Approx 45 lbs. Item features Late 20th Century. Measurements: 9" H x 11...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Stone
1950s Vintage French Rectangular Fleur-de-lis Cement Planter
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Durable 1950s vintage french rectangular fleur-de-lis cement planter crafted from cement stone.
Measurements: 9” h x 28” l x 13.5” w
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Cement
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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