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Neoclassical Furniture

NEOCLASSICAL STYLE

Neoclassical design emerged in Europe in the 1750s, as the Age of Enlightenment reached full flower. Neoclassical furniture took its cues from the styles of ancient Rome and Athens: symmetrical, ordered, dignified forms with such details as tapered and fluted chair and table legs, backrest finials and scrolled arms.

Over a period of some 20 years, first in France and later in Britain, neoclassical design — also known as Louis XVI, or Louis Seize — would supersede the lithe and curvaceous Rococo or Louis XV style.

The first half of the 18th century had seen a rebirth of interest in classical antiquity. The "Grand Tour" of Europe, codified as a part of the proper education of a patrician gentleman, included an extended visit to Rome. Some ventured further, to sketch the ruins of ancient Greece. These drawings and others — particularly those derived from the surprising and rich archaeological discoveries in the 1730s and ’40s at the sites of the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum — caused great excitement among intellectuals and aesthetes alike.

Neoclassical furniture is meant to reflect both grace and power. The overall appearance of neoclassical chairs, tables and cabinetry is strong and rectilinear. These pieces are, in effect, classical architecture in miniature: chair and table legs are shaped like columns; cabinets are constructed with elements that mirror friezes and pediments.

Yet neoclassicism is enlivened by gilt and silver leaf, marquetry, and carved and applied ornamental motifs based on Greek and Roman sculpture: acanthus leaves, garlands, laurel wreaths, sheaves of arrow, medallions and chair splats are carved in the shapes of lyres and urns. Ormolu — or elaborate bronze gilding — was essential to French design in the 18th and 19th centuries as a cornerstone of the neoclassical and Empire styles.

As you can see from the furniture on these pages, there is a bit of whimsy in such stately pieces — a touch of lightness that will always keep neoclassicism fresh.

Find antique neoclassical furniture today on 1stDibs.

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Style: Neoclassical
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" ...
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1930s Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Ceramic

Pair J. Widdicomb Neoclassical Partial Gilt Ebonized Wood Upholstered Armchairs
Located in Germantown, MD
A Pair of John Widdicomb Neoclassical Style Partial Gilt Ebonized Wood Rose and Champagne Striped Upholstered Armchairs. Measure 23" in width, 23" in depth and 36.5" in height. Seat ...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Wedgwood Jasperware small Vase Classical Putti Figures fully Marked, 19thC
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a good Jasperware stoneware small Blue and white vase, made by Wedgwood, England and dating to the 19th Century. The vase has a classical baluster shape tapering into the n...
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19th Century British Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Pottery, Stoneware

Diminutive Italian Neoclassical Carved Fruitwood Neoclassical Pedestal, C. 1960
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Diminutive Italian Neoclassical Carved Fruitwood Neoclassical Pedestal, C. 1960 Diminutive Italian Neoclassical Carved Fruitwood Pedestal, c. 1960 This beautifully crafted diminut...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Fruitwood

French Neo-Classical Style Iron & Brass Maitland-Smith Queen Bed Frame
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This bed has timeless appeal! It is a French neo-classical style white iron four poster bed with solid brass finials . The finish is an intentionally distressed antique white. It is ...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass, Iron

20th Century Metalcrafters Brass and Iron Serpentine Fireplace Fender
Located in Germantown, MD
A late 20th Century Virginia Metalcrafters Brass and Iron Serpentine Fireplace Fender Measure 48" in width, 14" in depth and 10" in height.
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass, Iron

1920’s Caldwell Bronze and Etched Mirror Sconces with Cobalt Glass
Located in New York, NY
set of 4 circa 1920’s Caldwell etched mirrored backplate sconces with Cobalt blue glass
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

1970's Anthony Cipriano Ballerina Sculpture
Located in San Carlos, CA
Bring a Touch of Grace to Your Home: Vintage Anthony Cipriano Ballerina Sculpture Own a piece of dance history with this stunning 1970s ballerina sculpture by Anthony Cipriano. Insp...
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1970s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Clay

Pair of French Neoclassical Cast Iron Garden Urns Planters, circa 1940
Located in Pearland, TX
A stylish pair of vintage classic French cast iron garden urns or planters with the lovely original surface and patina, circa 1940. These beautiful jardinieres are a nice large size,...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Pair of Large Solid Copper Architectural Wall Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elevate the curb appeal of your home or add a touch of timeless elegance to your outdoor spaces with this magnificent pair of large, solid copper architectural wall lanterns. The...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Copper

Antique Drawing Room Cabinet, French, Walnut, Buffet, Neoclassical, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique drawing room cabinet. A French, burr walnut and chestnut buffet in Neoclassical taste, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1850. Exceptional provincial craftsma...
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1850s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Chestnut, Walnut

Italian 18th Century Neoclassical Silvered And Painted Wooden Tabernacle
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful small tabernacle that once graced a church altar. Beautiful original silverleaf and faux marble paint. weathered, small losses. Italy circa 1780  
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18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair of Contemporary Italian Hand Coloured Roman Vase Prints with Black Frames
Located in Scandicci, Florence
Pair of Extra large Roman Vase printed on a hand press on 100% cotton engraving paper. Completely handpainted with a cream wash, umber highlights, and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paper

Faux marble column, pedestal, mid 20th century, France
Located in Herentals, BE
Classic style, round column in wood with black, green faux marble painting. If there is no shipping price listed to your place of residence, please do not hesitate to ask me for a go...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

Pair of Italian Carved Marble Neoclassical Urns with Lotus Motif
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Italian Carved Marble Neoclassical Urns with Lotus Motif ,Sold in Pairs Only. Offered is a pair of strikingly sculptural Italian carved marble urns, executed in richly vein...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Carrara Marble

Brass and Wire Serpentine Form Fireplace Fender with Paw Feet and Ball Finials
Located in New York, NY
Classic Early American, English style fireplace fender constructed of woven wire, brass paw feet, and brass ball finials. This example is in very good, clean, original, ready to use ...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass, Wire

1970s Neoclassical Swedish Club Chairs Upholstered With Green Velvet Fabric
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful neoclassical club chair upholstered with green velvet fabric. The fabric is the original one and stil in very good and clean condition. Allover this chair in in very good c...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Beech, Pine

Historistic table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1890s
Located in Wien, AT
Historistic table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1890s Brass polished and stove enameled The fabric shade is replaced ( new )
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1890s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of Carved Wood Painted Trumeau Mirror C. 1930
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of rectangular neoclassical style mirrors. The mirrors are painted in a cream color, accented with gold detailing. The top of each frame includes a decorative pediment, with a...
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1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Wood, Paint

Fantastic Hand-Painted 4 Panel Classical Romantic Screen Room Divider
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a masterpiece of painting and design. This gorgeous French room divider or dressing screen is masterfully painted with scenes of love, fidelity and beauty. This is a gorgeou...
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1890s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Beautiful 18th-19th Century Dutch Neoclassical Fireplace Grate or Fire Grate
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Beautiful late 18th or early 19th century Dutch Neoclassical fireplace grate. Hand forged of wrought iron. The fireplace grate is in a good condition and is fully functional.
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Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron, Brass

Vintage Trumeau Neoclassical Giltwood Winged Lion Vanity Wall Mirror 17"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage gilt wood trumeau style wall mirror featuring a rectangular beveled frame topped with a spiraling ribbon dividing the mirror from a neoclassical relief showing a winged angel...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Monumental Pair of Italian Carved Stone Obelisks
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of finely carved elegant stone obelisks on a square base. Timeless decoration for your garden or interior. Measurements, Obelisks - Height cm 210 ( 83 inches ) Bases- Height cm...
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stone

Museum Quality Neo-Grec Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Ewer by Edward C. Moore
Located in New York, NY
This Neo-Grec sterling silver Ewer from Tiffany & Co., crafted by the renowned silversmith Edward C. Moore, is a remarkable example of 19th-century American artistry. Produced by Moo...
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1870s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Painted and Parcel Gilt Neoclassical Console Table with Faux Marble Top
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Console table, having long and narrow proportions, int Louis XVI style. Its faux painted breakfront top, on table with cream-painted and parcel gilt finish, showing natural wear. The...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Sarouk Rug
Located in New York, NY
Description an early 20th century room size Sarouk Rug Details rug no. j3425 size 8' 2" x 12' 7" (249 x 384 cm)
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Early 20th Century Persian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wool

Italian Neo-Classical Or Biedermeier Style Burl Wood Bloomingdale’s Chest
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a handsome Italian burl wood commode crafted in Italy for Bloomingdale’s. It has Biedermeier or neo-classical styling. The drawers are paper lined and have dovetail construct...
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Granite

1920's Caldwell Mirror Sconces with 2 lights
Located in New York, NY
pair of circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze double lights sconces with mirrored back plated
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Antique Neo-Classical Bartolozzi Prints. 1907
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful prints of 18th Century Francesco Bartolozzi engravings after Lady Diana Beauclerk Publshed by Otto Limited, London 1907 Blank verso ...
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Early 1900s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Paper

Thew Brushed Brass Wall Light with Ochre Glass Shade by Artig
Located in New York City, NY
This brass wall lamp is part of the Thew family - strong, sturdy, modern yet classically trained in the ethos of early 20th-century design. Made of hand-brushed brass with an ochre glass shade that gives off a warm translucent glow. Thew can live perfectly in your built-ins, hallway, or over your bedside table. -Brass E26 socket. 4.5W dimmable LED bulb included. -Choose wiring: hardwire or plugin -Choose cord color: off white, dark green, brown or custom color -Choose wire side: Left-side (facing), Right-side (facing) All Artig Lighting...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Rare Antique 19th century Dutch warm honey color classic Cylinder Desk
Located in Casteren, NL
Presented here is a magnificent antique cylinder desk crafted in the heart of the Netherlands during the mid-19th century, around 1850. This meti...
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Mid-19th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Oak

Wedgwood Jasperware Urn Vase Neoclassical Design, Small
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful, small, English Wedgwood Jasperware urn vase in the neoclassical design style, circa 20th century, England. Piece is a matte stonew...
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20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Pottery, Stoneware

Fine Large Late 18th - Early 19th Century Meissen Porcelain Model of a Swan
Located in New York, NY
A fine, exceptionally detailed large Meissen model of a swan, modelled by J. J. Kändler, with incised plumage, the feathers of the wings picked out in soft grey and beige, with russe...
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Late 18th Century German Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Marbro Neoclassical Exotic Marble & Dore Bronze Table Lamp, 1950s
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Marbro Exotic Marble & Dore Bronze Table Lamp Additional information: Materials: Bronze, Marble Color: Amber Brand: The Marbro Lamp Compa...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Late 19th Century Caldwell Bronze Chandelier with Leaded Glass
Located in New York, NY
A late 19th Century Caldwell neoclassical style bronze chandelier with Greek key design and leaded glass Center part. 6 lights. Has Caldwell mark on top part. Available 2 items
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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Mid-Century American Classical Cream Painted and Decorated Maple Twin Beds, Pair
Located in Germantown, MD
A pair of Mid-Century American Classical Cream Painted and Decorated Maple Twin Beds. Measures 42.5" in width, 81.5" in depth, 40.5" height at the headb...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Maple, Paint

Antique American Carved Oak Pressed Back Spindle Dining Chair or Side Chair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Early American dining chair or side chair Attributed to Larkin & Co. USA, Circa 1900 Carved oak, with tooled leather seat. Measures: 17.75"W x 19.5"D x 41.25"H...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Oak

Original Antique Print of The Greek Goddess, Hebe. Dated 1833
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful image of Hebe Fine steel engraving. Published by Fisher. Dated 1833 Unframed.
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1830s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Paper

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...
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1990s French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

Italian Orientalist Bronze Sculpture "Falconiere A Cavallo" by Ferdinando deLuca
Located in Tarry Town, NY
This exquisite early 20th-century Italian Orientalist bronze sculpture, "Falconiere A Cavallo", by the renowned sculptor Ferdinando de Luca, masterfully captures the elegance and nob...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Bronze

19th Century Italian Carved Inlaid Walnut Burl Queen Bed
Located in Milano, MI
Italian carved walnut double bed dating back to the first half of 19th century, in good condition, with a great original patina. The elegant and unique bed frame...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Early 20th Century Nichols and Stone Barely Back Windsor Armchair
Located in Germantown, MD
An early 20th century Nichols And Stone Barely Back Windsor stained ArmChair. Very sturdy. Good vintage condition. Measures 25" in width, 23" in depth and 35.5" tall. Arm height is 2...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

F. Barbedienne Bronze Bust of a Woman
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th Century Ferdinand Barbedienne (1810-1892) Bronze Bust Of A Woman. Bust features head of a woman with long, wavy hair, and adorned with a floral crown. Her expression is serene, ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Neoclassical French Gilt & Silvered Bronze Complete Table Top Boxed Chess Set
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Neoclassical French Gilt & Silvered Bronze Complete Table Top Boxed Chess Set, Consisting of 33 pieces, 16 gilt bronze playing pieces, 16 silvered playing pieces, and the bronze-mounted chess storage box pedestal. This exquisite neoclassical French chess set...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Pair talian Carved Giltwood Shell Motif Wall Brackets, Attributed to Palladio
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Italian Giltwood Shell Motif Wall Brackets, Attributed to Palladio, Circa 1960s A striking pair of Italian giltwood wall brackets or shelves, carved in bold relief with styl...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

Pair 18th Century Framed Italian Etchings of Churches in Rome by Guiseppe Vasi
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of 18th century Italian architectural etchings of churches in Rome by Guiseppe Vasi (1710-1782) from "Raccolta Delle Più Belle Veduta Antiche...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Paper

Pair of Early 20th Century Petite French Cast Iron Garden Urns Planters
Located in Pearland, TX
A fabulous pair of antique early 20th-Century French Neoclassical style cast iron mantel urns or planters. These urns are solid and heavy and retain t...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

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.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Burl

Antique Neoclassical Brass Corinthian Column Standard Lamp 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a highly attractive Neoclassical design antique Victorian Corinthian column brass floor standard lamp now converted to electricity, circa 1890 in date. This splendid lamp fe...
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19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of Sterling Silver Neoclassical-Style Candlesticks
Located in New York, NY
Pair of sterling silver, Neoclassical-Style candlesticks, The Mueck-Carey Co., New York, Ca 1940. Each candlestick measures 9 inches high x 3 1/2 inches wide (at widest point - acros...
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Large Bronze Neoclassical Garden Sculpture Of A Youth With Tambourine
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An impressive, large bronze garden statue depicting a Neoclassical youth wearing a fleece sash around the hip, posed walking over a circular base with a tambourine raised high. The b...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Silver Zodiac Armillary Sundial
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning vintage silver metal armillary sundial featuring Roman numerals and the zodiac signs. USA, Late 20th century. Measures: 8.5"W x 5"D x 10"H Excellent vintage condition.
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

Howard Miller "Jonathan" Grandfather Clock
Located in Omaha, NE
Pristine Howard Miller “Jonathan” Grandfather Clock – Timeless Elegance in Oak Elevate your home with the refined presence of this Howard Miller Grandfather Clock, a rare and elegant...
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1980s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Italian Neoclassical Female Sculpture Statue, Small
Located in New York, NY
An Italian female resign sculpture statue in the Neoclassical design style, circa mid-20th century, 1950s, Italy. Sculpture statue is an off-white/antique white resin. A great decora...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

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Resin

Antique table, Western Europe, late 19th century.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique table from around 1870. Furniture in very good condition, after professional renovation. Dimensions: height 76 cm / width 80 cm / depth 65 cm
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Walnut

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...
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19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Neo-Classic Spelter, Gilt, Bronze Cherub and Rams Head Ewer
Located in Louisville, KY
This ewer is a stunning decorator item! The attention to detail from this era is nothing short of exquisite. From the beautiful cherub that adorns the handle to the rams heads, every...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Pair of English Stone Planters
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This classic pair of English rectangular planters are the perfect addition to your garden or sunny interior. Made of reconstituted stone with geometric trellis motif for a touch of s...
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19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stone

Large Neoclassical Style Alabaster and Bronze Pendant Light Fixture, ca. 1890
Located in Barntrup, DE
Large French Neoclassical style alabaster and bronze pendant light fixture, ca. 1890. An impressive late 19th-century alabaster ceiling pendant...
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1890s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alabaster, Bronze

Exceptional Bronze Garden Sculpture Of Neoclassical Youth With Tambourine
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A large bronze garden statue depicting a smiling Neoclassical youth wearing fleece sash around the hip, posed walking over a circular base with a tambourine raised high.The bronze ...
Category

Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Neoclassical furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical furniture for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, decorative objects, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Edward F. Caldwell & Co., Wedgwood, Carpanese Home Italia, and Workstead. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $20 and tops out at $4,125,484 while the average work can sell for $3,450.

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