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
French Neoclassical Style Leather Top Desk by Baker Furniture
Located in Southampton, NJ
Exquisite Baker Furniture writing desk with banded leather top, three dovetailed drawers & working lock & key. Elegant simplicity with war...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Antique Italian Mirrored Obelisks
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Standout pair of 19th Century neoclassical Italian obelisks clad in mirrored sections with etched floral designs now oxidized to perfection with the expected imperfections. Presented...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mirror
$6,350 / set
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...
Category
20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Pottery, Stoneware
$220 Sale Price
53% Off
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...
Category
1890s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Alabaster, Bronze
Louis XVI or Directoire Mahogany Extending Dining Table
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is an exceptional late 18th/early 19th century French mahogany extending dining table. The beauty and rarity of this table make it a stand out choice for any dining room. It can...
Category
Late 18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Wedgwood Jasperware Green and White Vase English Neoclassical
By Wedgwood
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful 'sage' green and white English Wedgwood Jasperware matte stoneware vase in the Neoclassical style, England, 1973. Vase has Renaissance/Neoc...
Category
Late 20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
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...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood, Paint
Neoclassical Style Carved Gilt Pier Mirrors, Pair
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Matching pair of Neoclassical style tall pier wall mirrors, Mid-20th Century. These classical mirrors feature beautifully carved draped cartouches with wreath and urn motifs.
Category
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Composition
Antique Cup and Saucer English Porcelain Greek Key Pattern 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 ...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
19th Century Serpentine Carving of 'The Dying Lion' After Bertel Thorvaldsen
Located in Stamford, CT
19th Century Italian Grand Tour serpentine copy of Bertel Thorvaldsen's monumental sculpture 'The Lion of Lucerne' also known as 'The Dying Lion'...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Serpentine
Italian Marble Side Drinks Table
Located in New York, NY
A substantial Italian round marble side or drinks table, circa mid-20th century, Italy. Marble is predominantly white with black and grey veining. A great table for drinks, cocktails, etc. Dimensions: 18" diameter x 18.75" Height.
For Japanese white modern vase in image, search 1stdibs ID#: LU1314216825402
Italian Richard Ginori espresso...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Carrara Marble
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...
Category
1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Steel, Iron
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...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Antique Italian Neoclassical Carved White Marble Urn Form Table Lamps - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Italian Neoclassical Carved White Marble Urn Form Table Lamps - a Pair. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 30" H (to finial) x 22" H (to light socket) x 6.5" W x 6.5" D. {...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble
Antique French 'Allegory of Love' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th-19th Century
Located in Soest, NL
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...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
French Late 18th Century Neoclassical Grey Marble Angel Head
Located in Buisson, FR
Unique and wonderful hand carved grey marble angel head, France, circa 1780-1800. Beautiful weathered.
Measurement includes the wooden base.
Category
Late 18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble
$789 Sale Price
42% Off
Antique 19th Century Louis Philippe Bedside Table in Burl Wood with Marble Top
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and rare French piece. Antique Louis Philippe bedside table in walnut root with gray marble top from the same period. The gray marble top rests on a band under the top whic...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble
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...
Category
19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Stone
Large White Alabaster with Black Veins & Bronze Pendant Chandelier, ca. 1920
Located in Barntrup, DE
French Neoclassical-style pendant light made of black veined white alabaster with bronze fixtures.
This stunning ceiling light fixture dates back to the 1920s. It features a beautif...
Category
1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Alabaster, Bronze, Brass
Vintage 19th Century Duncan Phyfe Sofa in Barrow Fabric
By Duncan Phyfe
Located in Saint Louis, US
An undeniably beautiful and coveted antique 19th Century Duncan Phyfe sofa upholstered in a feline Onyx Merramec Barrow fabric. One of the brilliant...
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Mahogany
Wonderful Boule d'Escalier Cut Crystal Acorn Brass Banister Newel Post Finial
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful crystal acorn cut faceted glass and brass banister newel post finial to finish off any staircase or just a beautiful decorative element piece for any room.
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Crystal, 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...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Italian Iron Leather Savonarola Curule Leg Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Mid-century modern pair of Italian Savonarola armchairs with neoclassical style curule legs. The chairs are crafted from wrought iron with a dimpled finish and dimpled finials on the...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
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...
Category
19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Neo-Classical Style Gilt Italian Wall Brackets, Set of 4
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a set of four neo-classical style Italian giltwood wall brackets in very good condition. They are unmarked and in very good condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Giltwood
Gladiator Collectible Prop Pearl Bracelet from the 2000 Movie
Located in Lomita, CA
A freshwater pearl bracelet made as a custom piece for the 2000 Paramount film, Gladiator. The jeweler says it was created from freshwater pearls that measure 5 MM. The bracelet was ...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Gold Plate
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 ...
Category
Early 1900s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
$4,600 / set
18th Century French Napoleon III Weight-Driven Spit Jack
Located in Soest, NL
Functional 18th century French Napoleon III weight-driven spit jack made of wrought iron, wood and stone. It was used for cooking in a kitchen fireplace...
Category
18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Stone, Wrought Iron
Vintage Italian Neoclassical Style Gilt Resin Mirror with Crest
Located in Pearland, TX
A stunning vintage Italian gilt resin round crested mirror. Marked "Italy" on reverse. This gorgeous mirror has an ornate Neoclassical design with flowers, scrolling leaves, and an u...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Resin
Monumental Italian Water Fountain with Delphine Sculptures
Located in Rome, IT
This monumental finely carved limestone fountain is composed a three levels.
The first tiered with three amazing dolphin statues, the others adorned with lion heads ending with a pu...
Category
2010s Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Limestone
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
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
$4,200 / set
Pair of Papperzini Amalfi Adjustable Chain Back Garden Sofas
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic matching pair of neoclassical style iron garden sofas made in the manner and style of Mario Papperzini and Janus et Cie Amalfi collection. T...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Steel
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...
Category
Late 18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
Set of 13 Copeland Spode Dinner Plates with Gold Borders and White Jeweling
Located in Boston, MA
I am offering you this exquisite set of thirteen Copeland Spode dinner plates which have a gold border and white enamel jeweling on a white porcelain body. They definitely look like simple elegance, and they would look beautiful with any dinnerware you already own. They were made exclusively for the luxury brand of T. Goode of London, who had many notable customers like Queen Victoria and the Tsar of...
Category
1910s English Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Early 20thC English Silver plate Candlesticks /Sterling Silver Columns, set/2
Located in Malibu, CA
A stunning pair of antique late 19th/early 20th century English neoclassical column candlesticks.
Square bases with steps up to the column. On the square base, a sterling silver fl...
Category
Early 20th Century British Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Unusual Pair of Edwardian Period Neoclassical Style Sterling Silver Candlesticks
Located in New York, NY
Unusual short pair of Edwardian Period, Neoclassical-style sterling silver candlesticks, Sheffield, England, year-hallmarked for 1904, Thomas Bradbury and Sons...
Category
Early 1900s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Column Pedestal in the Neoclassical Style
Located in New York, NY
A rich brown fluted wood column pedestal in the Neoclassical style, circa early-20th century. Pedestal, closest in design to the Ionic column, is a rich brown wood, with a square top...
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Ralph Lauren Bel Air Collection Ebonized Bookcase/Cabinet/ Vitrine
By Ralph Lauren
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Ralph Lauren Bel Air Collection Ebonized Bookcase/Cabinet/Vitrine
Add to your interior with the timeless sophistication of the Ralph Lauren Bel Air Collection Ebonized Bookcase, Ca...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
$6,136 Sale Price
27% Off
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. ...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Composition
French Pair of Brass and Onyx-Top Bedside Cabinets, 2nd Quarter 20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
constructed entirely of brass with rectangular inset onyx tops the frames having raised backsplashes, the cases each with one drawer and a door and raised on fluted tapering legs ter...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Onyx, Brass
An Antique Pair Of White Carrara Marble Pedestals
Located in London, GB
A Continental pair of antique white Carrara marble pedestals. Square base and socle with slightly bulbous tapered columns, terminating in square capitals. Good condition for age, goo...
Category
1890s European Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Carrara Marble
Pair of 20th Century French Bedside Tables
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant pair of early 20th-century French bedside tables combines refined craftsmanship and timeless design. Each table features a rectangular marble top with soft veining, prov...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
18th C Dimes Extended Arm Sack Back Windsor Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 18th C extended arm sack back Windsor is from New England. This comes to us from a private collection.This is stamped Dimes underneath the seat.
Category
Late 18th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Neoclassical Style Brass Coffee Table with Marble Top in the Style Raymond Subes
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant neoclassical coffee table is made of brass with a green marble top. This is a French work in the style of Raymond Subes. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Brass
Small Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Giltwood Candleholder
Located in Buisson, FR
Great small wooden candleholder with its original gilding.
Very nice type candleholder and rare to find.
Italy, circa 1780-1800.
Weathered, small losses and repair.
H:29cm W:16,5cm ...
Category
18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Neoclassical Style Steel Brass Granite Console Table
Located in Houston, TX
20th Century Jansen style console. An oversized stately table features polished steel, brass rosettes and lions paw feet supporting a black granite top.
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Granite, Brass, Steel
6 Finely Crafted Neoclassical Style Ebonized & Gilt Dining for Restoration
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A handsome group of fine Neoclassical style chairs with very good comfort for restoration. Refined scrolled backs and arms, one armchair and four side chairs. Carved ebonized and gil...
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Classic Brown Oak Console
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted in oak and finished in our rich Brownstone tone, it features a gently recessed dishtop surface supported by six column legs with squared accents. Two open lower tiers provide...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
$1,797 / item
Dos Gallos Custom Walnut Wood Bobbin Bed with Turned Spindle Head & Foot Boards
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom king-size bobbin bed in walnut. Can be made in a variety of sizes and finishes. As shown in medium walnut. Made in Los Angeles by Dos Gallos Studio.
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Neoclassical French Iron and Limestone Garden Dining Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stylish 20th century wrought iron patio and garden dining table featuring a thick French limestone top, The trestle base is crafted in the decorative arts taste with gracefully curve...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Limestone, Wrought Iron
Louis XVI Revival Style French Crystal and Bronze Chandelier
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A breathtaking French crystal and bronze chandelier, adorned with delicate crystal flowers and cascading tiers of droplets. Featuring eight lights, this exquisite piece showcases a f...
Category
1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
$2,590 Sale Price / item
30% Off
Handsome Black & Gold Lion Motif Table Lamp
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Impressive large black and gold table lamp having reclining lion sculpture on stepped base and elegantly shaped black lamp shade.
Category
1990s American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
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...
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Burl
Antique Italian Hexagonal Walnut Side Table Gilt-Frame Leather and Tripod Legs
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful and very elegant antique Italian solid walnut side table features an hexagonal top with gilt-framed leather standing on a central beautifully crafted leg and tripod feet. T...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
A Pair of NEOCLASSIC TABLE LAMPS, in the style of ROMEO REGA, Italy 1970
By Romeo Rega
Located in PARIS, FR
An important and rigorous pair of table lamps, Post-Modernist, Shabby-Chic, Neo-Classical, Seventies, asymmetrical compositions of 2 rectangular blocks in beige veneered wood, offset...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Falconer Bronze Sculpture After Adolphe Martial Thabard (1831-1905)
By Adolphe Martial Thabard
Located in New York, NY
Patinated bronze statue of a falconer after the original model by Adolphe Martial Thabard (1831-1905). A winner of multiple medals at the Paris Salon, this particular model won the ...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Ferguson Copeland Tortoise & Silver Leaf Upholstered Brighton Armchairs
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Ferguson Copeland Tortoise and Silver Leaf Upholstered Brighton Armchairs.
Feature a Bent Rattan frame with leather strap joints, brown pain...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
Italian, Veneto, Early Neoclassic Fruitwood Scantonata Credenza, ca. 1800
Located in Atlanta, GA
Having a rectangular scantonata shaped top with a convex molded edge above a conforming case housing one large drawer flanked by smaller drawers, with a pair of central doors flanked...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
Bronze Horse Jockey Equestrian Racing Trophy Statue After Pierre Jules Mene 10"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage horse trophy / statue / sculpture. Made of bronze featuring an oval marble base and plaque from the Dehere Member Guest tournament at Due Process Golf Club and Stables in Colts Neck...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze
$940 Sale Price
20% Off
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.