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
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
Pair of Antique Oil Paintings 19th Century Signed Lambert
Located in Buxton, GB
This stunning pair of antique oil paintings is an incredible example of traditional French art, signed by the renowned artist Lambert. The medium-siz...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Paint
White Painted Bungalow Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
This dresser is meticulously crafted to embody the essence of a seaside retreat with its light, weathered finish and classic clean lines.
With 12 graduated drawers and an abundance ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
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
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
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
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
Dutch Antique Gray Painted Sideboard
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted from sturdy pine wood and finished in a graceful antique grey, this sideboard serves as a testament to traditional craftsmanship and enduring style.
Each of the four cupboar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
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
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
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
Tall Carved Alabaster Marble and Bronze Urn Table Lamp, Italy
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Beautifully carved Italian alabaster marble handled urn table lamp, early 20th century. Classic urn form features decorative bronze fittings, sculptural curved side handles, and a fluted column plinth...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Alabaster, Bronze
Mid-Century Large Scale Neo-Classical Style Domed Burlwood Italian Box
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a large scale Italian burlwood box with neo-classical styling. It is marked on the bottom and includes the key. The interior is paper lined. The box dates to the 1960s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Burl
A Wooden Diptical Sundial Germany 1790
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).
Pocket sundial, made out of wood, ...
Category
Late 18th Century German Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Paper
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
Reed and Barton Francis I Pattern Sterling Silver Serving Spoon
Located in New York, NY
This beautifully detailed and well balanced Reed and Barton Francis I Pattern Sterling Silver Serving Spoon originates from the United States, Circa 1950. Features a lovely profile c...
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Wonderful Vaughan Brass Star Glass Crystal Flush Mount Ceiling 9 Light Fixtures
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Vaughan Designs Brass With Star Glass / Crystal Flush Mount Ceiling Fixture Each Having 2 Candelabra Sockets Inside.
9 Fixtures Available
Each Sold Separately
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
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
Italian Giltwood Carved Branch Frame Antiqued Mirror
Located in Dallas, TX
Carved wood branch frame featuring antique mirror and gold leaf finish. Created in Italy. Good condition with minimal wear from age and use.
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Wood
18th Century Carved and Painted Neo-Classical Chair
Located in Dallas, TX
Gorgeous and rare carved and painted Neo-Classical style chair. Upholstered in 1958 in Fortuny. An exceptional piece!!
Category
18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Antique French Neoclassical 'The Sun' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, NL
18th - 19th century French neoclassical period fireback with the sun. The sun is symbol voor king Louis XIV.
The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon r...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Ancient Pair Coffee Pots, Pasquale Rubati Manufacture Milan, 1770 circa
Located in Milano, IT
Pair of small coffee pots.
Manufacture of Pasquale Rubati
Milan, 1770 Circa
Maiolica polychrome decorated “a piccolo fuoco” (third fire).
a) height 7.87 x 5.51 x 3.93 in (20 x 14 x ...
Category
1760s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Maiolica
Pair of Small Curiosity Wall Units or Small Bookcases, 20th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Small Curiosity Wall Units or Small Bookcases, 20th century.
Pair of small bookcases, wall-mounted curio cabinets in blackened wood with 9 alcoves each in the antique style,...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
French Neoclassical Carved Giltwood Double Headed Eagle Mirror with Wings
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Exquisite French carved giltwood mirror frame in the form of a crowned bicephal eagle. Highly decorative frame with double-headed eagles, symmetric wings encasing the central oval mi...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Giltwood
Vintage Turkish Kilim Runner 2'6 X 13'4
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Turkish Kilim Runner 2'6 X 13'4. A vintage circa 1940s Turkish hand woven hemp Kilim. The simplicity and boldness of this piece gives a contemporary feel and can look at home...
Category
20th Century Turkish Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Hemp
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
Maitland Smith Neoclassical Style Scrolled Iron Round Beveled Glass Top Table
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 20th Century Maitland Smith Side, Accent or Center Table. Drawing inspiration from French Louis XV & Italian Neoclassical styling. Features a round top over scrolled iron frame ...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Fenton Hobnail Milk Glass Footed Center Bowl, EAPG Compote, Serving Piece
Located in Chicago, IL
Handsome milk glass bowl stands on a short pedestal foot and is decorated with a hobnail pattern on the bowl. Great ruffled edge. Unmarked, but most likely made by Fenton, circa 1960...
Category
1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Milk Glass
John Vesey Style Steel Bronze Neoclassical Console Desk
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic brushed steel and patinated bronze clad writing table, desk, or console made in the manner and style of John Vesey (American 1924-1992). The desk is fronted by two storage dra...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage John Widdicomb Neoclassical Empire Cherry Burl Bedside End Table Cabinet
Located in Dayton, OH
An exceptional nightstand or low cabinet by John Widdicomb. Part of their Russian Collection designed by Chad Womack in the 1970s. Features a cherry case with inset panels trimmed in...
Category
1970s Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Cherry
Pair of Neoclassical Style Painted Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Painted Wood, Original Upholstery
Category
1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Set of Four Mario Papperzini Salterini Amalfi Style Barstools
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Distinctive set of four iron counter height barstools made in the manner and style of Mario Papperzini for John Salterini mid-century modern designs. The Amalfi stools have an iconic...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
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
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 black / pewter patina. It is in a good condition and does not have ...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Antique French 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash, 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, NL
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 fireback is ma...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Twelve Antique Hardy & Hayes Royal Worcester Porcelain Plates, C1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
Twelve Antique English Royal Worcester Fine China Plates Retailed by Hardy & Hayes with Neoclassical Floral Urns, Garland and Gilt Highlights, C1910
Measures - .75"H x 10.5"diam
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Wedgwood pink and white jasperware tray
By Wedgwood
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
Large Wedgwood jasperware tray, beautiful neoclassical style item decorated with white antique-style scenes picturing Psyche with Cupid around...
Category
20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
18thc American Stenciled Ladderback Chair with Rush Seat and Original Finish
Located in Savannah, GA
This rare 18th century painted oak and stenciled New England ladderback chair features a heavily defined lower stretcher, graceful arms terminating in round knobs, and three slats in...
Category
1780s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Oak
French 19th C. Secretary Chest Neoclassic Brass Hardware, Black Finish w/Blue
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French painted wood secretary chest from the 19th century. This antique slat front chest from France features a drop down/fall front door, which ope...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique French Dripping Pan, 18th - 19th Century
Located in Amerongen, NL
Late 18th or early 19th century French Neoclassical dripping pan. It was used and can still be used to collect moisture when grilling food in the fireplace. Antique dripping pans are...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Copper, Wrought Iron
Pair Neoclassical Silvered Metal and composition Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of vintage silvered metal table lamps in the neoclassical style with molded composition figures of swans. Each in excellent condition.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Onyx, Metal
Small Antique French 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash, 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, NL
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 fireback is ma...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Large French Neoclassical Fireplace Tools, 18th-19th Century
Located in Amerongen, NL
Large 18th-19th century French fireplace tool set. The tool set consists of fireplace tongs, shovel and a fire fork. The tools are made of wrought iron. The set is in a good conditio...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Antique French Brass and Onyx Coffee Table
Located in London, GB
A beautiful antique French brass and onyx coffee table, dating from around the 1930’s.
This is of lovely quality and is a very useful size. The large circular onyx top has a gorgeou...
Category
1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Onyx, Brass
Important Maison Jansen Velvet and Gilt Canapé, c. 1930s, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful Maison Jansen settee in emerald green velvet and gilt frame, signed underneath with remnants of Jansen stamp. Incredible collectors piece, wi...
Category
1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood, Velvet
Pair of 19th Century Italian Artichokes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of neoclassical Italian-style cement artichokes with a moss patina. The moss patina adds a touch of antiquity and natural grace, suggesting age and blending seamlessly with g...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Cement
Antique Georgian Sterling Silver Toast Rack Neoclassical Design - 1809
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this splendid and stylistically juxtaposing Georgian solid silver toast rack made in London 1809 with marks of Rebecca Emes & Edward Barnard.
At first gla...
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Christofle Silver Eagle Gravy Boat
By Christofle
Located in New York, NY
Christofle silver eagle gravy boat. Handsome eagle headed hotel silver gravy/sauce boat with attached underplate with hallmarks for Christofle, France, 20...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Early 19th Century Classical Style Oval Shaped Urn
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Early 19th Century Portland stone classical style oval shaped urn with carved lion mask detailing sitting on a fluted base.
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Stone, Limestone
Early 20th c. Italian Serpentine Shaped Painted Sideboard
Located in Wichita, KS
An incredible Italian Neoclassical style buffet with a serpentine shape in original paint. Circa 1900. Beautiful, shaped top and shaped, raised panel doors, all resting on a shaped p...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood, Paint
Pair of French Hollywood Regenc Coffee Tables Attributed to Maison Jansen, 1980s
Located in Paris, FR
A pair of coffee tables designed in the French Hollywood Regency style, attributed to Maison Jansen from the 1980s. Each table features two-tiered glass shelves, adorned with sculpte...
Category
1980s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Vintage Neoclassical Klismos Dining Chairs After Kipp Stuart - Set of 4
By Kipp Stewart
Located in west palm beach, FL
An extraordinary set of four vintage Boho dining chairs. The classic Klismos shape done in the manner of Kipp Stuart. Brilliant wood grain detail and a beautiful patina from time to ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Mid-Century French Louis XVI Glass Top and Brass Nesting Tables Baguès Style
Located in Dallas, TX
These vintage "Tables Gigognes" (or nesting tables) were created in Paris circa 1960. Attributed to Maison Baguès and built of brass, the set stand on fluted legs decorated with turn...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Afshar Scatter Square Rug
Located in New York, NY
Persian Afshar Rug from the early 20th century
rug no. j1908
size 3' 8" x 4' 10" (112 x 147 cm)
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wool
Neo-Classical Style Ebonized Bench With Gilt Accents Att. To Maitland-Smith
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a neo-classical style bench with an ebonized frame and gilt accents. It is attributed to Maitland -Smith and dates approximately to the later part of the 20th century. It is ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Set of 3 Framed Apple Study Lithographs, early 20th Century
Located in Chappaqua, NY
Set of 3 Apple Study Lithographs, early 20th Century. Hand-colored studies of apple varieties. Professionally framed and matted.
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood, Paper
James Huniford At Home, 2020, Monacelli Press, Brand New Condition
Located in Chicago, IL
Brand new copy of James Huniford At Home, hard cover by Monacelli Press, 2020. Just bought it at a Barnes and Noble closing sale to realize I already have it! Oops. My loss is your g...
Category
2010s Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Paper
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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