Pair of Italian Neoclassical Style Hand Painted Night Stands Cabinets
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Hand Painted Wood Style: Italian Neoclassical
1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Wood
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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Pair of Italian Neoclassical Style Hand Painted Night Stands Cabinets
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Hand Painted Wood Style: Italian Neoclassical
Wood
Carvers' Guild Newport Trumeau Gilt Wood Wall Mirror. Neo-Classical
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
An elegant Neo-classic design of the late 18th Century. This looking glass is notable for its fluted architrave set off by rosettes. The frame is finished in antique gold leaf and co...
Wood, Giltwood
Rare Italian Lacquered Goatskin / Parchment Serving Bar Cart by Aldo Tura, 1960s
By Aldo Tura
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Very rare hidden bar Aldo Tura Goatskin or parchment bar cart. This bar cart was made in Italy in the 1960s. Constructed of thickly lacquered goatskin / parchment and gilt metal ha...
Brass
$350Sale Price / set|30% Off
Pair French Hand Painted Neoclassical Wall Hanging Architectural Screen Panels
Located in Dayton, OH
2 Wall hanging Neoclassical Archictural panels, circa last quarter 20th century. Depicting the interior walls of a temple or residence of royalty. Each is painted on board with a me...
Hardwood, Paint
Mid-Century Neoclassical Style Iron & Travertine Plant Stands Pedestals - Set of
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a set of neoclassical style pedestals or plant stands dating to approximately the 40s or 50s. They are iron with travertine shelving. They are both in very good condition.
Travertine, Iron
Pair of Neoclassical Style Brass Side Tables with Black Lacquered Tops by Maison
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice pair of neoclassical style side tables is made of brass with black lacquered tops surrounded by an openwork gallery. This is a French work by Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
Brass
McGuire Antalya Directors Arm Chair Rattan Laced Rawhide Woven Leather
By McGuire
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a a McGuire Antalya directors style dining armchair in rattan with laced rawhide woven leather seat and back. The design is often described as organic modern,...
Leather, Bamboo
Large Celadon Ceramic Vase, American Classical, Glazed, USA, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Large hand formed ceramic vase with a large neck adorned with miniature “handles”
Ceramic
Labeled Brown Jordan Florentine Garden Set by Richard Frinier
By Brown Jordan
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Genuine labeled patio and garden dining set designed by Richard Frinier for Brown Jordan. The set consists of four dining armchairs and one 49 inch diameter dining table with a round...
Aluminum
Neoclassical White Florentine Alabaster Table Lamp with Leaf Relief, Italy
Located in Grythyttan, SE
Discover elegance with this finely carved Florentine alabaster table lamp, a timeless and ornate piece. Crafted in the 20th century, its exquisite baluster-shaped design features han...
Alabaster
Nine Antique Porcelain Dessert Dishes White and Gold with Matching Cookie Plate
Located in Katonah, NY
This set of nine antique porcelain small dessert dishes with a matching cookie or serving plate was made in France circa 1870. The porcelain is white with finely detailed gilt decora...
Porcelain
Early 20th Antique French Brass & Bronze Bed , Queen Size
Located in Miami, FL
Stylish and unusual French antique brass bed. Rectangular in form but with smooth rounded corners, tubular rails and ball finials. A good quality wel...
Brass
$875Sale Price|30% Off
French Painted & Fired Victorian Style Botanical Garden Stained Glass Window 69"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage large French painted and fired stained glass window. Features a Victorian garden scene with a woman seated in the garden amidst beautiful flowing gardens. Dimensions: 16.75...
Stained Glass, Wood
1920s French Neoclassical Burl Maple Full Size Bed Frame
Located in Miami, FL
A French Maple bed frame, dating from the early 20th century, sourced in Provence, France. Richly crafted with dramatic burl walnut veneers and floral marquetry inlays, the piece has...
Maple
$192Sale Price|30% Off
English Wedgwood Jasperware Jewelry Dish Neoclassical Design
By Wedgwood
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful English Wedgwood Jasperware sage green and white round jewelry dish with neoclassical design, circa 20th century, 1979, England...
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
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...
Walnut, Burl
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...
Wood
Large Belgian Crystal Centerpiece Wine Cooler by Val Saint Lambert
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Impressive and substantial thick crystal vase with many uses. Would make a wonderful addition to any home as a centerpiece filled with fresh flowers, filled with ice as a wine chille...
Crystal
Grand French Neoclassical Marble Top Library or Console Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Opulent 19th century French walnut library table or console table made on a grand scale. The table features a carved walnut frame crafted in the Louis XVI neoclassical taste with Nap...
Marble
Neo-Classical Carved And Painted Arm Chairs Att. To David Michel - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of neo-classical style Italian hand painted bergere chairs attributed to David Michael. The graphite upholstery is vintage with minor wear. The hand painted frames als...
Upholstery, Wood
20th Cenrury Patinated Bronze Figure of a Lion
Located in Germantown, MD
A 20th Cenrury neoclassical Patinated Bronze Figure of a Lion Measures 18" in width x 4.5" in depth x 10.5" in height.
Bronze
Monumental Italian Mosaic Marble Top Specimen Cocktail Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Substantial Italian specimen coffee or cocktail table made on a monumental scale measuring 70 inches wide. The table features a large geometric mosaic of multi-colored honed marble i...
Marble, Metal
$4,238Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Foliage Crown Flush Mount Ceiling Light Fixtures in Gilt Metal, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of light fixtures in gilt iron with foliage design. Spain, 1940s. These eye-catching flush mounts feature an structure made of gilt metal leaves surrounding a central light. They have a terrific patina with their original gold leaf finishing in bronze-gilt shades. Interesting design with Hollywood Regency and neoclassical accents. To be used as ceiling flush mounts but they also could work as pendants hanging from a chain at the desired height. These light fixtures will be a nice addition to a foyer, corridor or any bathroom or bedroom: they can be used as pendants hanging over the nightstands on each side of the bed or at both sides of a mirror in a powder room. On sale as a pair. Rare find Newly wired with an E27 bulb holder each. Overall Measures: 23 cm diameter x 17 cm height // 9,05 cm diameter x 6,69 in height Crown Flush Mounts // Foliage Ceiling Lights // Foliage Crown Light...
Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf, Metal
Stellar Grand Tour Bronze And Marble Table Circa 1910-1920
Located in Bernville, PA
Remarkable Grand Tour Bronze and Marble table featuring three Satyrs holding up a beautiful bronze motif circle with a marble top. A very unique and rare find from the period. Wonder...
Marble, Bronze
Large & Perfectly Balanced Antique Hand Crafted Alabaster Pendant Light, Fixture
Located in Lisse, NL
This exceptional neoclassical alabaster ceiling light is a striking example of early twentieth-century architectural lighting, distinguished by its scale, material quality, and remar...
Alabaster, Brass, Wire, Metal
Important Joseph Dufour Pacific Wallpaper Panel Screen - Captain Cook
By Joseph Dufour Et Cie
Located in Harrington Park, NJ
Beautiful folding screen made from important 1804-1805 Joseph Dufour et Cie wallpaper. This wallpaper series is based on Captain Cook's travels in the South Pacific Ocean: Les Sauvag...
Canvas, Wood, Paper
Monumental Italian Water Fountain with Delphine Sculptures
Located in Rome, IT
This rare monumental finely carved limestone fountain is composed with three amazing dolphin statues holding an outstanding shell-shaped basin adorned with monster heads ending with...
Limestone
Pair of Michael Taylor Style Montecito Garden Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fantastic pair of iron Montecito patio and garden lounge chairs after Michael Taylor. Crafted from iron by a foundry in Los Angeles, CA featuring oversized basket style Montecito fra...
Iron
A Plaster Bust After The Antique From The Louvre Museum
Located in London, GB
A plaster bust after the antique issued by the Musee Du Louvre in the early 20th century for academic instruction, supplying art schools and private studios for subjects essential to...
Plaster
Brown Jordan Florentine Garden Suite by Richard Frinier
By Richard Frinier, Brown Jordan
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Exceptional signed set of Brown Jordan Florentine garden dining chairs and table designed by Richard Frinier. The set features a custom-ordered...
Aluminum
Louis XVI Style Vanity Chair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A finely made curved and carved gilt wood low vanity chair. The curved demilune back with an openwork carved balustrade band on scrolled supports. With a double leaf back support on ...
Fabric, Giltwood
" Klismos" chair, 19th century
Located in Paris, Ile-de-France
"Klismos" chair Stained walnut Of unusual design, the chair has a curved back attached to the seat by a triple support, Square seat, saber feet. Northern Europe, probably Denmark. ...
Wood, Walnut
Neoclassical Cast Stone Iron & Brass Angel Caryatid Console Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Neoclassical Cast Stone, Iron & Brass Angel Caryatid Console Table Enhance your interior with the grandeur of this Neoclassical Cast Stone, Iron, an...
Cast Stone, Brass, Iron
Late 19th Century Portico Barley-Twist Marquetry Mantel Clock, French 1880.
By Le Roy
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Late 19th Century Napoleon III Portico Barley-Twist Marquetry Mantel Clock, French 1880. This beautiful and highly sought after marquetry detailed portico clock was handcrafted in Fr...
Bronze, Enamel
20th Century American Maple Chess-Top Rolling Chopping Block
Located in Germantown, MD
20th Century American Maple Chess-Top Rolling Chopping Block. Measures 23.75" in width, 23.75" in depth and 34" in height.
Maple
Classical Style 4 Pc. Brass Fireplace Tool Set circa 1900/20's
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional antique brass fireplace tool set to include a shovel, tongs, poker and the stand. Executed in the Aesthetic Movement style, m...
Brass
Monumental 19th Century Grand Tour Bronze Mercury Statue After Giambologna
By Giambologna
Located in New York, NY
Monumental 19th century Italian grand tour bronze sculpture of Mercury, finely cast after the original model by Jean d...
Bronze
1990s Henredon Ralph Lauren Herringbone Library Chairs, Set of 2
By Henredon
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
This fabulous pair of Henredon Ralph Lauren upholstered arm chairs features a durable herringbone upholstery, creating a vintage look. The ultra ...
Brass
Sir Thomas Boleyn Handmade Brass Rubbing Art/British Royality
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, this brass rubbing is in good condition, Sir Thomas Boleyn (Bullen) circa 1539 , was the grandfather of Queen Elizabeth One. Appears to be gold leaf on black ...
Gold Leaf
Set of Four Michael Taylor Montecito Patio Garden Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A distinctive signed set of four Michael Taylor "Montecito" dining chairs featuring an intentionally distressed powder coated nickel or pewter finish with a beautifully aged patina. The iconic chairs have smooth ball finials on the back top rail. The frames feature an airy vertical slat back with turned corner supports, decorated in the neoclassical taste. The arms have a long, sweeping design echoing the gentle curve of the back rail. The chairs rest on straight slim tapered legs conjoined with X-stretchers. The set is finished with later added loose seat cushions in a light off-white fabric. The bottoms of the seats have an open goemetric lattice design. The chairs blend Neoclassical, Coastal, and California Regency...
Aluminum
Antique Neoclassical Cast Iron Garden Urns, England, Circa 1850, Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of antique Neoclassical cast iron urn planters with garland designs and handles.
Iron
Pair of Neoclassical Sterling Silver Column candlesticks
Located in New York, NY
Pair of sterling silver, Neoclassical-Style, square based column candlesticks, American, Ca. 1930's. Each candlestick measures 7 1/8 inches high x 3 inches wide (at widest point acro...
Sterling Silver
19th Century Neoclassical Italian Wood Box - Antique Storage Piece
Located in Barcelona, ES
19th century wood Italian box.
Wood
$275Sale Price|42% Off
Wedgwood Jasperware Urn Vase Neoclassical Design, Small
By Wedgwood
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...
Stoneware
Pair of Hollywood Regency Giltwood & Ebony Urn Form Table Lamps
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Pair of Hollywood Regency Giltwood & Ebony Urn Form Table Lamps.
Giltwood
Cast Composite Giant Clam Shell
Located in London, GB
A 20th century cast giant clam shell. Weathered condition.
Composition
$18,800 / set
Pair of Iron Brass Lounge Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A striking pair of architectural steel and brass lounge chairs in the manner and style of Jean Royère. The chairs feature a geometric diamond-trellis steel frame finished in satin bl...
Brass, Iron
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...
Alabaster, Bronze
Italian Gilt Carved Panel
Located in New York, NY
Italian gilt carved panel. Neoclassical carved gilt wood open work panel with alternating square and round paterae with acanthus and further egg and dart borders in original mecca gi...
Giltwood
New Black Wrought Iron Curule Bench with Ralph Lauren Barlett Zebra Fabric
Located in Miami, FL
New black wrought iron curule bench with cushion, Savonarola, Throne. Beautiful and soft cushion made with Ralph Lauren Zebra Fabric.
Iron
French Neoclassical–Style Blackened Iron Wall Shelf, Art Deco / Moderne Revival
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
French Neoclassical–Style Blackened Iron Wall Shelf, Art Deco / Moderne Revival This refined late 20th-century decorative wall shelf is executed in a French Neoclassical revival sty...
Metal
Pillowcase Made from a 19th C. American Linen Coverlet
Located in Istanbul, TR
Jacquard Coverlets occupy an important place in American material culture. They were used as bed covers , and they are reversible. Pillowcase does not come with an insert. Linen in ...
Linen
Vintage Italian Round Walnut Burl Burr Side Table and Tripod Carved Legs
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful antique Italian solid walnut side table features a round beveled top with veneer wood burl decor standing on the central beautifully carved tripod legs. This Italian walnut...
Wood
Pair 19th Century Neoclassical Style Italian Plaster Urns with Flame Finials
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Italian neoclassical style urns in relief that can either stand on their own or hang from the wall as decorative elements. Quite handsome, with acanthus leaf decoration and f...
Plaster
Neoclassical Demi-Lune Table, Germany 1810-20
Located in Leimen, DE
Biedermeier Demi-Lune Table, Germany, circa 1820 This elegant Biedermeier demi-lune table dates to circa 1820 and originates from Germany. It has classic Biedermeier proportions and ...
Walnut
Collection of Leather Bound Classic Books, Easton Press & Franklin Library
By Easton Press, Franklin Press
Located in Peabody, MA
A collection of twenty-seven 1970s-1980s era leather bound and 22kt gold leaf classic novels. Nineteen by Easton Press, and eight published by Franklin Library. Many feature silk mo...
Gold Leaf
Distressed Rustic Double Doors, Ornate Gilded Carvings, Italy, 1900
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of tall, rustic double doors with an ornate and distressed finish. The doors are painted in a faded greenish-blue tone, with weathered wood and chipped areas that reveal hints ...
Gold Leaf
Tall Sterling Corinthian Column Candlesticks Sheffield, 1899 William Hutton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elegant Pair of Tall Sterling Silver Corinthian Column Candlesticks by William Hutton & Sons, Sheffield, 1899 An impressive pair of 9" tall sterling silver candlesticks...
Sterling Silver
Restoration Hardware Cast Iron Adjustable Height Tilt Top Side table Pedestal
Located in Germantown, MD
Restoration Harware Cast Iron Adjustable Height Tilt Top Side table or Pedestal. Painted in dark brown chocalate. Very heavy and great condition. Measures 18" in width, 18" in dept...
Iron
Pair of Neoclassical Klismos Chairs with Caned Seats and Leather Cushions
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Neoclassical Klismos Chairs with Caned Seats and Leather Cushions Late 20th Century This elegant pair of Neoclassical klismos-inspired chairs exemplifies the enduring appeal...
Leather, Cane, Mahogany