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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
Mid-20th Century Copper Lantern
Located in Chicago, IL
This mid-20th century hanging lantern light fixture is a stunning blend of rustic charm and architectural presence. Crafted from copper, it features eight glass-paneled sides, each w...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass, Copper

Bridgewater Style Club Chair with Linen Button Closure Slipcover with Drop Skirt
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Coteau club chair is a comfortable and relaxed look - the slipcover has special button closure which also gives a distinct view from back of club chair - hair filled scroll back and saddle arms with a feather and down loose seat cushion. Shown with tan linen slipcover...
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2010s American Neoclassical Furniture

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Linen

Pair of Venetian Bronze & Decorative Etched Mirrored Wall Sconces, C. 1800
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of Venetian two-arm bronze mirrored wall sconces with etched decorative floral, bird, and butterfly motif. Sconces retain the origina...
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Early 1800s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Six Piece Rattan Ficks Reed Set, Two 94" Rattan Sofas, Chair, Ottoman Two Tables
Located in Stamford, CT
A spectacular pair of Ficks Reed rattan sofas in an original factory finish: a pale blue wash. Original cushions to use or for reupholstery. All...
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1970s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Wood

Mid Century Modern Low Profile Table Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Low Profile Table Chairs - Set of 4 Vintage mid century modern set of 4, clean lined, low profile, flared arm, card/game-table chairs. All have their original cog...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Leather

Pottery Flower Plant Planter Cachepot Jardinière
Located in New York, NY
A turquoise urn-style pottery flower or plant pot planter cachepot jardinière, circa early-20th century. A beautiful small urn-like turquoise blue pottery planter...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Ralph Lauren Oval Round Extending Farm Rustic Claw Feet Dining Set, 7 Pieces
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The extremely rare Ralph Lauren dining set is statement piece which is also comfortable and packed with personality! Just look at the details a...
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2010s Chinese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Silver 925 Cutlery Set for 12 People Signed Bruckmann Germany Late 19th Century
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Silver 925 Cutlery set for 12 people signed Bruckmann. Germany, late 19th century. Complete for 12 people. A total of 170 pieces: 12 large kni...
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Late 19th Century German Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Silver

Vintaged Patinated Bronze Bowl Designed By Just Andersen, Made in Sweden.
Located in Doraville, GA
A beautiful patinated bronze shallow bowl designed by Just Andersen. Just Andersen (1884-1943) was an internationally renowned designer of metal objects. Andersen is best known for h...
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1930s Danish Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Neoclassical Table Base with Glass Table Top
Located in Miami, FL
Rare and spectacular table base by Maitland Smith for Mastercraft, 1980s. The base is comprised of three bronze male figures in a Greco-Roman style standing atop a chiseled, tessilla...
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20th Century Philippine Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Italian Neoclassical Walnut & Leather Side Table with Concealed Compartments
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Italian Neoclassical Style Walnut and Tooled Leather End Table with Concealed Storage Italy, Early 20th Century Elegant and finely constructed, this Italian Neoclassical-style end ...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Theodore Alexander Pie Crust Edge Inlaid Serving Tray
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Stunning oval mahogany serving tray having pie crust edge and chain link inlaid design.
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2010s Philippine Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of 18th Century Italian Silver Gilt Wood Pricket Candlesticks
Located in Pearland, TX
A stunning pair of antique 18th-Century Italian silvered wood tripod pricket altar candlesticks. These gorgeous cathedral candlesticks are a nice large size, silver gilded and ornate...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Maison Bagues Style 2 Tier Side Table
Located in Miami, FL
2 Tiers Side Table in the style of Maison Bagues in nickel plated brass and antique finish mirror.
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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Coalport Teapot England Early 19th Century Circa 1805
Located in Katonah, NY
This Coalport teapot features an "Old Oval" shape and was manufactured in the early 19th century, circa 1805. It is adorned with an all-around band of ...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Neoclassical Etching A Roman Corinthian Capital by Francesco Piranesi
Located in Stamford, CT
Neoclassical Etching of a architectural cornice and a Corithian capital by Francesco Piranesi (Italian, 1758 - 1810). Architectural Etching on paper...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Paper

20th-C. Neoclassical Style Urn Form Console Tables With Marble Tops, Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of neoclassical style urn form console tables with attached tessellated marble tops. They have intentional distressing. The body is cast fiberglass. They are unmarked ...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

Neoclassical Plaster Busts of Diana and Apollo Belvedere Sculptures, Pair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous pair of cast plaster Neoclassical Grand Tour style male and female head busts of Diana and Apollo Belvedere god and goddess sculptures USA, 21st Century Measures: 8"W x ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Plaster

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...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Carrara Marble, Brass

Mid 20th Century Restored Neoclassical Style Bamboo and Brass Sideboard
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
Circa 1975 stunning diagonally applied Reed Bamboo and brass hardware sideboard with black lacquered cube feet and amazing amount of storage for a Neoclassical style. the piece has ...
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1980s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Porcelain Centerpiece, Volkstedt, Rudolstadt, Germany, circa Late 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Centerpiece. Volkstedt, Rudolstadt, Germany. Towards the end of the 19th century. Glazed porcelain. Centerpiece with a circular base raised on simple legs that shows a delicate comp...
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Late 19th Century German Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Pair Of Neoclassical Style Bronze Gueridon Tables for Restoration
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The pair with fine traditional Campaign form having Bronze Strap frames with the legs terminating in a delicately rendered Paw foot. The Stone tops in a deep black with good color d...
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stone, Bronze

Antique 19th Century Italian Walnut Sorrento Occasional Table with Intarsia
Located in Casteren, NL
A beautiful tilt-top occasional table that was made in Italy, circa 1870. The table is heavily decorated with marquetry or intarsia that is made of various precious kinds of wood suc...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Pine, Lacquer

1940s Neoclassical Style Carved Mahogany Huntboard / Console Table / Server
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a statement piece! This is a 1940s carved mahogany hunt board with a sculpted top and a single drawer with dovetail construction. It has a ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Set of Four Large Academic Style Torchères Emblematic of the Continents
Located in London, GB
Set of four large Academic style torchères emblematic of the continents French, late 19th Century Height: 228cm, diameter 50cm Torchères alone: Height 197cm, diameter 34cm Bases alone: Height 31cm, diameter 50cm The four large torchères in this set are designed in the manner of Mathurin Moreau, one of the leading Academic sculptors of the nineteenth century. The patinated metal sculptures were cast by Miroy Frères...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Metal, Ormolu

Large Pair of Neoclassical Sterling Silver Column-Form Candlesticks
Located in New York, NY
Large pair of Neoclassical (made in the Victorian Period), sterling silver column-form candlesticks, Sheffield, England, year-hallmarked for 1898, Henry Wigful - maker. Each candlestick measures 11 1/6 inches high x 5 1/4 inches deep x 5 1/4 inches wide. Columns are swirled in design. The capital of each column is designed with acanthus leaves. The base of each candlestick is decorated with profiles of the Green Man (a good luck symbol...
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1890s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Wedgwood Basalt Neo-Classical Vase
Located in Toronto, CA
This is a Neoclassical Basalt Wedgwood vase, circa 1956, with a flaring shape, matte black colour. and ram heads applied to either side. Marked 'Wedgwood', 'Made in England', and BW....
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Mid-20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain, Stoneware

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 ...
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19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Linen

Limited Edition Neoclassical Style Carved Fruitwood Vitrine by Beacon Hill
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a neoclassical style carved fruitwood vitrine by Beacon Hill. It is a numbered limited production piece. The interior has adjustable glass shelves and includes a key.
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Glass, Fruitwood

Neoclassical Antique French-Style Gilded Chair
Located in Rümmingen, BW
"shipping note: If your region or country is not listed under the shipping options please contact us directly" This antique chair features a gilded wooden frame with a spindle backr...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Giltwood

Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze and Marble Candlestick by Gherardo Degli Albizzi
Located in Florence, Tuscany
This Neoclassical style gilt bronze and marble candlestick by Gherardo Degli Albizzi would be ideal to be placed on a bedside table or on a desk. Even if it features a classical shap...
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2010s Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Bronze

19th Century Italian Marble Bust Without Head, By Raffaello Battelli
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th century Italian Marble Bust Without A Head. Sculpture has the shoulders of the figure, but the head is missing, either due to damage or wear, or as a result of artistic design c...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

Framed 1838 Mexico & Gulf of Mexico Map
Located in Stamford, CT
Framed 1838 Mexico & Gulf of Mexico map. Printed by Fisher, Son & Co. of London in 1838. As found framed condition. Map has not been examined outside of th...
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1830s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Pair of Antique Heavy Stone French Planters
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of antique French planters with cherubs. One has more patina than the other (see images). These are a very heavy stone material. Perhaps l...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stone

Pair of Antique Heavy Stone French Planters
Pair of Antique Heavy Stone French Planters
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Frederick Cooper, Lenox, Neoclassical Style, White Porcelain, Table Lamps, 1980s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Frederick Cooper, Lenox, Neoclassical Style, White Porcelain, Giltwood, Table Lamps, 20th c. Pair of porcelain table or desk lamps designed by Frederick Cooper for Lenox and produce...
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

19thC Cast Iron Mechanical Owl Bank with a Turning Head and Glass Eyes, 1880
By Shepard Hardware Company
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous cast iron Owl bank with a turning head coin lever and glass eyes. Lot of the original paint still intact. Missing the lock on the underside, not visi...
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1880s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Antique Mahogany Cabinet/Wardrobe/Linen Press
Located in Tyrone, Northern Ireland
A fine late 18th century neoclassical mahogany linen press/wardrobe in fantastic original condition. With two large cupboard doors over three drawers. The cabinetmaker used only the...
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Late 18th Century British Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique 18th Century Carved Lime wood Frieze Panel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique 19th century carved lime wood frieze panel. This architectural panel displays a scrolling design of foliage with a Neoclassical flair, showcasing a look of elegance and c...
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Late 18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Neo-Classical Style Ebonized & Gilt Marble Top Coffee Table By Baker Furniture
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a 1970s neo-classical style coffee table by Baker Furniture. It has an Italian marble top and ebonized base with gilt accents. It is marked and in very good condition. Shipp...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

Mid Century Satin Mahogany Bookmatched Top Tiered Side Table
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid Century Satin Mahogany Bookmatched Top Tiered Side Table Measures 29.5" in width, 18" in depth and 27.5" in height. Lower tier clearance to apron is 18.25". Very good vintage c...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Neoclassical Style, Trumeau Mirror, Black Painted Wood, Giltwood, Italy, 20th C.
Located in Manhasset, NY
Neoclassical Style, Trumeau Mirror, Black Painted Wood, Giltwood, Italy, 20th C. An Italian Neoclassical-style trumeau wall mirror with original black paint and giltwood swag and ur...
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1970s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Giltwood

Italian Neoclassic-Style Metal Bathtub
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Neoclassic-style (19th Century) sarcophagus form metal tub with rings on sides, rustic.  
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19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

Mappin & Webb Cutlery Set for 12 People. England, Early 20th Century
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Mappin & Webb silver plate cutlery set for 12 people, England, early 20th century. Complete for 12 people. A total of 130 pieces: 12 large knifes,...
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Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Silver Plate

Italian Contemporary Black Wooden Side Table with Neoclassical Profile Print
Located in Scandicci, Florence
One of two beautiful side table with a neoclasssical woman silhouette black profile print with white background, framed by a delicate grey passpartout and a round black frame with g...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paper, Glass

Neoclassical Revival Dining Chairs- Set of Six
Located in Trenton, NJ
This set of six mid-century dining chairs captures the best of the Neoclassical Revival movement, combining centuries-old elegance with the practicality and clean lines of the 20th c...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

American Mahogany Drop Leaf table
Located in Huntington, NY
Late 18th Century Mahogany Drop leaf Table each side with Gate leg Carved edge & legs
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Late 18th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Walton open armchair with carved frame and upholstered seat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand crafted open armchair made here in our shop in Brooklyn, NY. Can be used for dining, office or as an occasional chair for additional seating. Available "as is" for immediate del...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Linen, Walnut

1939 Reed and Barton Shreve Crump Low Sterling Silver Cocktail Shaker 151g
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique 1939 Reed & Barton sterling silver solo cocktail shaker, sold by Shreve, Crump, & Low Company, commemorating the 100th anniversary of Charles Goodyear’s successful vulcanizat...
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1930s Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Neoclassical Shield Shape Oval Mirror
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Italian Neoclassical shield shaped oval mirror.
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Pair of Exceptional Carrara White Marble Vases Grand Tour
Located in Rome, IT
Exceptional pair of vases in the shape of a cantharus. From a foot with overlapping moldings like strips, woven ribbons and acanthus leaves, a smooth stem rises, tapering towards t...
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Carrara Marble

Suite of Four Jacob Frères Chairs
Located in Paris, FR
Suite of Four Jacob Frères Chairs, circa 1796. In the neoclassical style.
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Late 18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Barclay Butera for Baker Furniture Co. Leather & Suede Wingback Chairs, Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of leather and suede wingback chairs designed by Barclay Butera for Baker Furniture Company. They are in very good condition with lite wear. They are marked and date t...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Russian Malachite and Silver Table by Imperial Silversmiths the Grachev Brothers
Located in London, GB
Russian malachite and silver table by Imperial silversmiths the Grachev Brothers Russian, 1884 Measures: Height 85cm, width 113cm, depth 63cm This beautiful silver table was man...
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Late 19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Malachite, Silver

Pair 1940's Neoclassic Italian Provincial Table Lamps
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair Neoclassic Italian Provincial Table Lamps. 1940's. Please look closely at pictures for finiah.
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

18th Century Dutch Delft Pottery Blue and White Neoclassical Antique Collectors
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
Antique Dutch Delft cabinet plate Material: Delft pottery, earthenware tin glazed Maker: The 3 Bells factory (1670- 1841), marked at the back Origin: The Netherlands, Delft 18...
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18th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Earthenware, Delft, Pottery

Wedgwood Blue Jasperware Oval Plate, Neoclassical Relief Design
Located in Worcester Park, GB
Elevate your collection with this exquisite vintage Wedgwood Jasperware oval plate, a timeless piece that embodies the artistry and craftsmanship of one of Britain’s most celebrated ...
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1960s English Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Italian Mojalica Monumental Urn
Located in Nashville, TN
Monumental Italian Majolica porcelain figural floor urn. Decorated throughout with hand painted Classical Greek scenery. Two figural fawns on the opposing handles. Fine wear and crac...
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1880s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Late 19th Fireplace Mantel Solid Oak
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Neoclassical Fireplace, Ca.1890-1900 Solid oak Antique Neoclassical Fireplace Mantel made with solid oak wood with frame with m...
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Late 19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Oak

Kirk & Sons Estate Sterling Silver Wakefield Bacon Fork
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From Kirk & Sons Silversmiths, an Estate Sterling Silver bacon fork in the Wakefield pattern, circa 1850- 1925. Now a discontinued pattern, the simple lines of the Wakefield pattern...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of Vintage Neoclassic Italian Tole Palm Tree Garnitures or Sculptures
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Charming pair of neoclassic Italian tole or painted palm trees with stylized fronds and trunks set in mustard color planters with galleries and decorated with birds and trees. From ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

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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