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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.

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Style: Neoclassical
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

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Crystal, Bronze

Robert Cox Still Life of a Vase of Red roses, circa 1970
By COX
Located in ASNIÈRES-SUR-SEINE, FR
Award-Winning American artist, Robert Cox, studied at the Katharine Gibbs School of Art. In 1956 he joined Mayhew Peakes as a graphic designer, and resigned six years later to move f...
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1970s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Canvas

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 ...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Zabihi Collection Antique Tabriz Rug Non-Insert Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from an early 20th-century Persian Tabriz rug. The insert is NOT provided Measures: 16'' x 16".
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

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

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

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

French Neoclassical Style White Alabaster, Gilt Bronze and Brass Pendant Light
Located in Barntrup, DE
French Neoclassical style alabaster, gilt bronze, and brass pendant light fixture. This impressive antique pendant light features a beautifully shaped carved white and ivory tone ala...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alabaster, Brass, Bronze

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

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Metal

Antique Ansonia Neoclassical Figural Swinging Ball Mystery Clock C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Antique Ansonia Neoclassical Figural Swinging Ball Mystery Clock “Diana The Huntress” C1890. Meas...
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19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

Notable Antique French Neoclassical Gilt And Marble Top Console
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The antique French console table carved and gilt overall, the top with incurved ends and covered with an ecru damask fabric under the black conforming marble top. With an inset apron...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble

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

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Hardwood

Mid Century American Classical Solid Mahogany Frame Mirror
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid Century American Classical Solid Mahogany Frame Mirror. Measures 16.5: in width and 26.5" in height.
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Mahogany

Pair of Italian Savonarola Dante Curule Chairs
Located in Sheffield, MA
A rare, classic vintage pair of curule Savonarola chairs, originally meant for Roman magistrates, is made with now aged tooled and gilded leather backs and a new replacement seat in ...
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

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

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Metal

Antique English Porcelain Greek Key Pattern Cup and Saucer Blue Ground Ca.1820
Located in Katonah, NY
This elegant antique porcelain tea bowl and saucer were hand-painted at Coalport Porcelain in England circa 1820. They are decorated in the Regency style with a band of gilded Greek ...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

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

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Oak

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

1970s Neo-Classical Style Cast Swan Center or Dining Table
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is wonderful neo-classical style center table. The three large swans are extremely heavy and free standing, so they could easily support a larger top. ...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture

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Composition

Antique French 'Allegory of Love' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th-19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Late 18th or early 19th century French neoclassical fireback with an allegory of love. The fireback is made of cast iron. It has a black / pewter patina. The condition is good, no cr...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Set of 6 Outdoor Sunburst Spring Iron Garden Dining Arm Chairs by Francois Carre
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous elegant and in excellent vintage condition with minimal wear from age and use these Francous Carre sunburst spring garden dining chairs are ready to be set around youre tabl...
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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Steel, Iron

Neoclassical Style Bronze and Brass Ashtray on a Circular Black Marble Base
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice neoclassical style ashtray is made of bronze and brass on a circular black marble base. This is a French work in the style of Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass, Bronze

Italian Mahogany Wood / Parcel Gilt Neoclassical Style Hall Table/ Server
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Elegant and timeless, this Italian mahogany hall table exudes sophistication and versatility. Crafted in the mid to late 20th century, it features a refined Neoclassical design with ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Gold, Brass

Antique Corinthian Capital, Glazed Ceramic, Canada/U.S., Late 19th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Antique Architectural Corinthian Capital - glazed cast ceramic composition - Canada or United States - late 19th century. Good antiq...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Antique Wedgwood & Bentley Black Basalt Jars England, Circa 1775
Located in Katonah, NY
This pair of Wedgwood & Bentley black basalt urns, crafted at the renowned Etruria factory around 1775, exemplifies the refined simplicity of neoclassical design. The smooth, tapered...
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Late 18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stoneware

Pair Antique Wedgwood Black Basalt Vases England Late 18th Century Circa 1775
Located in Katonah, NY
This exceptional pair of antique black basalt vases was made by Wedgwood & Bentley in the late 18th century, circa 1775. The vases are sculpted in deep solid relief with bacchanalia...
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Late 18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stoneware

S. Kirk & Son Long Handled Sterling Silver Repousse Rose Berry Fruit Spoon, 1930
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From S. Kirk & Son, Baltimore, Maryland, a ‘Repousse Rose’ long handled sterling silver berry spoon, circa 1930s. The longer handle is suited to serving ...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

18th Century Italian Neoclassical Carved Wooden Madonna With Child
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful weathered neoclassical Madonna with child. Traces of original color and gilding visible, Italy, circa 1760-1800. Weathered small losses and old repairs. More photo's availa...
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18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair of 19th C. Italian Corinthian Columns
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of two monumental 19th Century Italian Corinthian columns hand painted in white. The Corinthian style capitals are made of wood and chalk. They will make a surely make a statem...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair of 19th C. Italian Corinthian Columns
Pair of 19th C. Italian Corinthian Columns
$1,575 Sale Price / set
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Karges Italian Provincial Burled Walnut Double Pedestal Extension Dining Table
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding Italian Provincial or Neoclassical style double pedestal extension dining table By Karges Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Gorgeous book-matched banded burled walnut top,...
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1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Burl, Walnut

French 20th Century Neoclassical Alabaster Pedestal
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A dazzling early 20th century French hand-carved natural alabaster pedestal, that glitters and glows in the light. The flat top surface elevates sculptural works of art to a safe height, as well as vases or plants. The columnar silhouette is carved with intermittent ribs for a bit of texture against the monochromatic stone. Such a sculptural piece on its own, this pedestal would fit many historic, traditional, and transitional house...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alabaster

Timeless Elegance: Pair of Antique Verdigris Brass Hanging Lanterns-26”H x 15”W
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Illuminate your entryway, patio, or garden with this exquisite pair of antique hanging lanterns. Crafted from solid brass and copper and a ...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Copper

Long 19th Century Neoclassical Baltic Painted Demilune Console
Located in Westport, CT
A rare longer sized Louis XVI style demilune shaped console table shown with carved neoclassic details; a delicate repetitive beaded motif along its apron with a center urn and natur...
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Late 19th Century German Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Oak

Italian, Tuscan, Neoclassical Pair Fruitwood & Glass-Door Cabinets, 1stq 19thc.
Located in Atlanta, GA
An elegant pair of early 19th century fruitwood and glass cabinets from the Tuscany region of Italy.  Each of two piece construction, the pair of cases having a giltwood carved detai...
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1810s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Fruitwood

Italian Carved Alabaster Urn Table Lamp, Acanthus Leaves
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage Italian hand-carved Alabaster accent or table lamp features baluster urn form with a wreath of leaves (most probably acanthus leaves) accentuating the top of the urn. The bo...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alabaster, Stone, Brass

1900 Caldwell Leaded Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
1900 Caldwell leaded glass hanging light fixture with interior lights. great condition.
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Madison Square Adams County Collections Queen Anne Style Cherry Lowboy Table
Located in Germantown, MD
A rare Madison Square Furniture Adams County Collections Queen Anne Style Lowboy Table in solid Pennsylvania cherry wood. Measures 31" in wid...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Early 20th C. Classical Style Globe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage globe mounted on a mahogany wooden stand with three elegantly turned legs. A brass colored meridian ring encircles the globe, adding to its antique aesthetic. The wooden st...
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Small Double Eagle Gilded Convex Mirror
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Double Eagle gilded convex mirror in the Russian Imperial Style.
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Composition

Antique American Classical 19th Century Cherry Corner Cabinet
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique American Classical cherry corner cabinet, Pennsylvania, circa 1805 The cabinet having a stepped cornice with dentil molding below, the top part of the cabinet having twin pan...
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Early 1800s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage Neoclassical Urn Shaped Table Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Newly Rewired Materials: Patinated Metal, New Shade Style: Italian Neoclassical Dimensions: 23”H x 6.50”W x 5.50”D Shade: 9"H x 13"W x 13"D
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1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

2 French Painted & Fired Neoclassical Leaded Botanical Stained Glass Windows 62"
Located in Dayton, OH
2 Vintage reclaimed French painted and fired leadedstained glass windows. Features a Neoclassical botanical garden scene with vinbrant flowers and architecture. Signed E Couet alon...
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stained Glass, Wood

German Late 18th Century Chest Of Drawers, Walnut, Restored with Patina
Located in Greven, DE
Classicist chest of drawers Southern Germany Walnut and others late 18th century Dimensions: H x W x D: 88 x 121 x 58 cm Description: Three-tier piece of furniture standing on tap...
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Late 18th Century German Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Walnut

The Lions of Florence, Monumental Pair of Italian Carved Limestone Medici Lions
Located in Dallas, TX
The monumental size of this pair of hand-carved limestone lions is quite impressive, and their stature has been embellished by positioning them on classic, rectangular pedestals. Florence, Italy, is known for its artistic depictions of lions, ranging from the city’s coat of arms to the famous Marzocco lion that is currently part of Piazza della Signoria, and of course, the Medici lions, which inspired this pair. Just like the original Medici, these lions mirror...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stone, Limestone

Set of Eight Italian Bleached Dining Chairs C. 1900's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of eight bleached Italian Neoclassical style dining chairs. The chairs are newly upholstered in Belgium linen with a self cord detail.
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Linen, Wood

Vintage Poured Stone Urn Form Planter
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional urn form planter in poured stone with great patina and surface. The urn features a big deep bowl with foliate decoration, two handles each with a face. The urn planter ha...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Cement

Pair of French Handmade Green Glazed Terracotta Anduze Planters by La Madeleine
Located in Dallas, TX
Add timeless Provençal elegance to your garden or interior with this pair of handmade Anduze planters by La Madeleine. Crafted in southern France using traditional techniques, each v...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Terracotta

Carved pedestal, France, around 1870.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Carved pedestal, France, around 1870. Very good condition. wood: walnut dimensions: height 137 cm base dimensions width 58 cm depth 58 cm
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Botanical Heavy Classic Black Cast Aluminum Openwork Urn On Pedestal 4 Available
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Botanical Heavy Classic Painted Black Cast Aluminum Openwork Urn On Pedestal With Interior Tin. Urn 19 1/2" H x 14" Round Pedestal 12" Square x 34" H 4 Available, Each S...
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

1960s Italian Pair Of Lacquered Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Spectacular, 1960s pair of Italian lacquered armchairs with velvet seats. The chairs have been professionally lacquered in an off-white color-way and the seats have been reupholste...
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1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Lacquer

Antique Stone Neoclassical Ionic Column Capital Stand, 19th Century
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning Greek or Roman Neoclassical style cast stone Ionic column capital. This piece of architectural salvage would make a lovely objet d'art, ...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Cast Stone

Philadelphia Neoclassic Upholstered Mahogany Sofa, 1830
Located in Kenilworth, IL
American Neoclassic sofa with mahogany frame upholstered in silk with contrasting gimp. The crest rail has a panel of branch crotch mahogany book matched across the length of the sofa back. The scrolled arms, lion’s paw legs...
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1830s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Mahogany

Swedish 19th Century Painted Corner Cabinet
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This handsome corner cabinet from 19th century Sweden is constructed with a characteristic neoclassical shape. The worn light blue paint is original to the piece and gives it a wonde...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

19th-Century Watercolor by Claude Thiénon – River Scene with Boat and Church
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
19th-Century Watercolor by Claude Thiénon – River Scene with Boat and Church This exquisite 19th-century watercolor by French artist Claude Thiénon captures a serene riverside scene...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

18th Century Mahogany Dutch Rococo Bombe Kast or Linen Press, c. 1750
Located in Miami, FL
An exquisite 18th century Dutch Bombe Kast or linen press in fine Cuban mahogany with all of the original bronze d'ore mounts. From the mid-1700s, this Kast stylistically follows the...
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Mid-18th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Set of 12 Exquisite "Gilded Age" Sterling Silver Tiffany Charger Plates
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite set of 12 "Gilded Age" Sterling Silver Tiffany Charges was realized in America in 1905. Each plate has heavily detailed boarders featuring a Kylix cup amid scrolling s...
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Neo-Classical Style Greek Key Marble Top & Brass Side / Drinks / Sofa Table
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a nice looking Neo-classical style side table with a white honed marble top surrounded by a brass gallery. The base is some sort of black cast metal. The piece is in very goo...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Metal, Brass

Italian Provincial Deruta Hand Painted Faience Allegorical Pottery Jug Vase
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful hand painted blue, white, and yellow faience pottery jug or vase with handles featuring classical putti By Deruta Italy, Late 20th Century Measures: 5"W x 5"D x 8.5"H...
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Faience, Pottery

Pair 18th Century Italian Hand Colored Engravings Roman Frescoes from Pompeii
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of 18th century Italian hand colored renderings of frescoes in Pompeii in what became famous as the color "Pompeii Red". The detail is intricate and exquisite, and it is clea...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Paper

19th Century Continental Tortoise Shell Silver Mounted 2 Compartmented Box
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th-century Continental Tortoise Shell Silver-Mounted 2-Compartmented Box, European, possibly Dutch. Unmarked A unique and whimsical 19th-century continental tortoise shell silver-...
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Mid-19th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

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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