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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
Period: 1940s
Elegant Wood Vanity and Mirror with Drawer – Early 20th Century, Circa 1940
Located in Barcelona, ES
Elegant Wood Vanity and Mirror with Drawer – Early 20th Century, Circa 1940 This charming wood vanity and mirror, crafted in France around 1940, is an elegant and delicate piece tha...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Glass

Brass Coffee Table with Oxidized Brass Top by Maison Ramsay
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This beautiful coffee table is made of brass with an oxidized and patinated brass top with glass on top. This is a French work by famous Maison Ramsay. The quality of this cocktail t...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Neoclassical Rosewood and Marble Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
Neoclassical rosewood and marble table, probably French, circa 1940s, possibly earlier. It is constructed of rosewood and other woods with brass ...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble, Brass

Faux-bamboo-style brass tripartite coffee table in the style of Maison Baguès
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This stunning and very elegant tripartite coffee table is made of faux-bamboo-style brass with two-tiers glass tops. The cocktail table is composed of 3 tables: a rectangular center...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Pair of Silver Plate Metal Bowl or Vide Poche, France, 1940
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This pair of bowls or Vide Poche is in silver plate. It has been made in France during circa 1940.
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Silver Plate

Oval Brass Mirror surrounded by a Cord In the style of Maison Bagués.
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice oval mirror is made of brass and is surrounded by a Cord Decorated with 2 Pompoms. This is a French work In the style of Maison Bagués. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Bronze, Glass and Brass Ashtray on Stand by Maison Baguès
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and rare neoclassical style standing ashtray is made of bronze, glass and brass. The cut is formed by a laurel wreath and the tripod base with claw feet. On the center...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass, Bronze

French Neoclassical Style Iron Console Table
Located in Houston, TX
French Neoclassical style iron console table. Outstanding large French Neoclassical style wrought iron console table inspired by Gilbert Poillerat, 1940s. This stunning large French console...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble, Wrought Iron

Neoclassical Style Stele, Brass and Grilling Fireplace Screen with Lily Flowers
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style fireplace screen is made of steel, brass and grilling. It is made of 3 panels decorated with brass Lily Flowers. This is a French work. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass, Steel

Neoclassical Style Brass Coffee Table in the style of Maria Pergay. Circa 1940
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style coffee table is made of brass with eglomised mirror on top. The top mirror was cut in an old mirror from the famous Opera Garnier in Paris. This is a French ...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Brass Chiavari Chair and Stool, Seats Covered in Green Velvet. Italian Work.
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This rare set of a brass Chiavari chair and its stool or ottoman with seats covered in red velvet. This is an Italian work. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

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

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Metal

Rock Sharpe's Wine Glasses in the "Burleigh” Pattern- set of 6
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Burleigh is an American pattern by Rock Sharpe handcrafted in the 1940s. The bell shaped bowls are handcut and etched. We have a set of six. The delicate b...
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Glass

20th C Wingback Love Seat in Blue and White Check Homespun Linen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fantastic wingback love seat is in amazing condition and great form. The repro. blue & cream homespun linen upholstered love seat is amazing...
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Pine

Wonderful French Neoclassical Large Bronze Bow Regency Lantern Fixture Pendent
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Beautiful etched bronze with draping bow lantern, pendant lantern fixture with cutout design around the bottom, fluted and filigree edges the top edge and...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

1940s John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern 3 Tier End Table
Located in Germantown, MD
Rare find. John Widdicomb three tier walnut end Table with a bottom drawer. Made in the 1940s.
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1940s North American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Maison Jansen, Pair of Neoclassical Style Brass Side Tables
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice pair of neoclassical style brass side tables is made of brass with smoked glass shelves (glass shelves can be changed for clear glass, mirror, ...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Vintage Italian Alabaster Urn Form Lamp
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Vintage Italian Carved Alabaster Urn Form Lamp. Beautiful white alabaster stone with very little veining makes it a prized addition to any setting. The urn sits atop a tall square pl...
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1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Alabaster, Brass

Refined French Green Marble Top Neoclassical Mahogany Console Table
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Fine French early 20th century mahogany neoclassical console or pier table having beautiful green marble top with molded edge over center drawer with bronze embellishments. The legs ...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble

Bronze Standing Ashtray with Lily Flower Decor
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This standing ashtray is made of brass and bronze with lily flower decor. This is a French work. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Brass Wall Mirror
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Neoclassical style mirror is in original condition and extra ordinary look and quality made.
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1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Brass Wall Mirror
Brass Wall Mirror
$1,950 Sale Price
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Gorham Sterling Silver Paneled Rectangular Celery or Relish Tray, circa 1940s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sterling silver celery tray by Gorham, circa 1940s. A rectangular paneled tray with a rolled, shaped rim, very heavy in weight. Marked: Gorham Sterling...
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Sterling Silver

Stunning Pair of Vintage Pierced and Etched Brass Panels
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Beautiful pair of rectangular vintage etched and cut out brass panels having figural busts, urns and curlicues in an elaborate symmetrical design.
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1940s North American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Elegant Vintage Neoclassical Style Carved Mahogany Bench with Lyre Motife
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Elegant vintage mahogany and upholstered neoclassical style bench having a marvelous lyre motife, brass accents, and beautiful legs that terminate in animal feet.
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Pair of Italian Neoclassical Style Porcelain Lamps
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Italian Neoclassical style porcelain lamps. Stunning pair of Italian Neoclassical style Porcelain lamps with opposing Greek inspired faces, gilt swan handles and brass bases....
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1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Porcelain

Pair of Maison Jansen Bronze Hand Sconces, 3 pairs available
Located in Miami, FL
Superbe pair of bronze sconces figuring A feminine hand holding a cornucopia, rare model from 1940. Refinished and US rewired, 60 watts max bulb. New opaline globe. Back plate dime...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Restored Carrara Marble Coffee Table by Maison Jansen, c. 1940s, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful Maison Jansen coffee table with Carrara marble top in four sections over a lacquered wood frame, circa 1940s, made in France. Signed with Jansen stamp underneath on the w...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble

Stunning Pair of Vintage Pineapple Shaped Finial Sculptures
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Timeless pineapple motife cast cement finials or acorns having marvelous aged and verdigris patina. The imperfections where some of the cement has chipp...
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Cement

Monumental Vintage Pair of Black Cast Iron English Planters Urns on Plinths
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Monumental very large vintage pair of black cast iron urns planters from England that rest on 14" square plinths. Two pieces. Hole in inte...
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1940s English Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Iron

Superb Pair of Pewter Corinthian Column Neoclassical Table Lamps
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Magnificent pair of pewter silverplate corinthian column neoclassical lamps . having lion heads detailing near top of each column and amazing hand ...
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Pewter

Set of Four Neoclassical Style Brass & Red Velvet Chairs in Maison Jansen Style
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice and rare set of 4 neoclassical style chairs is made of brass and red velvet. This is a French work, in the style of famous designer Maison Jansen. Circa 1940.
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Faux-Bamboo Bronze Floor Lamp By Maison Bagués
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice faux-bamboo floor lamp is made of bronze. This is a French work by Maison Bagués. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Neoclassical Style Coffee Table in Bronze and Brass with Marble Top Decorated
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and unique neoclassical style coffee table is made of bronze and brass with a white marble top decorated with Greek motifs. This is a French work. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble, Brass, Bronze

Neoclassical Style Stell, Brass and Grilling Fireplace Screen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style fireplace screen with 3 panels is made of steel and brass with a grilling on each panel. The central part is decorated with a laurel wreath. This is a French ...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass, Steel

Set of 3 Neoclassical Style Brass Nesting Tables with Mirror Tops, French Work
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice set of 3 neoclassical style nesting tables is made of brass with mirror tops. This is a French work, in the style of famous designer Maison Jansen. Circa 1940.
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Maison Bagués Faux-Bamboo Silvered Bronze Magazine Rack
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This faux-bamboo magazine rack is made of silvered bronze. This is a French work by famous French designer Maison Baguès, circa 1940.
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Neoclassical style brass and blueish glass magazine rack, Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant neoclassical style magazine rack is made of brass with blueish glass on the sides. This is a French work by Maison Jansen. Circa 1940.
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

French Neoclassical Style Tole Wastebasket
Located in Houston, TX
French Neoclassical Style Tole Wastebasket. Our French Modern Empire Style Tole wastebasket is a beautiful red with a gold stenciled design. Marked Made In France on the bottom.
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Tôle

Neoclassical Brass and Glass Magazine Rack, Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant neoclassical style magazine rack is made of brass with a glass top. This is a French work by famous designer Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Neoclassical Round Brass Coffee Table with 4 Nesting Tables by Maison Baguès
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This eoclassical round coffee table is made of brass with 4 corner nesting tables. This is a French work by famous Frenvch designer Maison Bagués...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

André Arbus Ash Wood Neoclassical Coffee Table 1940s
Located in Paris, IDF
This elegant André Arbus coffee table is sure to add an element of French neoclassicism chic to any room in your home. It was designed and pro...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Pair of gilt metal corner side tables with eglomized mirror shelves. French work
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of corner side tables is made of gilt metal with eglomized mirror shelves. This is a French work in the style of Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

Neoclassical Silvered Coffee Table with Blueish Glass Tops, circa 1940
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical coffee table is made of silvered metal with blueish glass shelves. This is a French work, in the style of Maison Jansen, circa 1940.
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Silver

Wonderful 1940's Green Wicker Chairs for Patio or Interior, Pair
Located in North Miami, FL
Stylish vintage 1940's Stick Wicker / split reed armchairs, angular with wide flat arms giving them a graceful elegant look. The rattan & wicker armchairs have been newly re-lacquere...
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Wicker

French Wrought Iron and Bronze Table
Located in New York, NY
French wrought iron and bronze table or gueridon. The table has bronze round accents and can be used indoor or outdoors. Would also make a nice d...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze, Wrought Iron

André Arbus Living Set Ash Wood Four Armchairs Coffee Table 1940s
Located in Paris, IDF
This elegant André Arbus living room set is sure to add an element of French neoclassicism chic to any room in your home. Including four armchairs and a coffee table, it was designed...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Neoclassical Style Carved & Gilt Wood Coffee Table signed by Maison Hirch
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice coffee table is made of carved and gilt wood with mirror top. This is a French work signed Maison HIRCH. Circa 1940.
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Mirror, Wood

Elegant Neoclassical Black Lacquer Chest of Drawers, France, 1940
Located in Brussels, BE
Black lacquered neoclassical chest of drawers with brass pull rings handles and four bronze stars on the front. Four drawers, the top one with his original brass key and lock. Fren...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass, Bronze

Frank Lemon, Signed WWII Offset Lithograph - Dauntless Aircraft Flying to Midway
By Frank Lemon
Located in Morristown, NJ
American 1945, a striking offset lithograph of "Dauntlesses" flying on their way to the Battle of Midway during the second World War." Below the illustration is an inscription reading "A few against many, Dauntlesses from far-off carriers race to the Battle of Midway, June 1942", signed in ink "Frank Lemon...
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1940s North American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Glass, Paper

Art Deco Neoclassical Cabinet in Cuban Mahogany by Pierre Lardin, France, 1940
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
French Art Deco sideboard and bookcase made of exotic ribbon striped Cuban mahogany wood. Neoclassical design features architectural elements with Directoire style accents. The sideb...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass, Bronze, Gold Leaf

Maison Charles Style Gold Leaf and Brass Tree Leaves Sconces, Wall Lights, Pair
Located in Miami, FL
French Maison Charles style neoclassical one of a kind gold leaf and brass tree leaves Sconces, Wall Lights with Half Shield Shades. Two sockets on...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass, Gold Leaf

Set of Four Repoussage Silver Plated Nut/Candy Dishes-America, c. 1940’s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Set of four vintage repoussé nut/candy dishes. This set is beautifully cast with deep, defined repoussage work. They are in great condition except for one with wear to the silver f...
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Silver Plate

Pair, Neoclassical Angels Pedestal Table Bases, Sculpture Stands, Columns Italy
Located in Miami, FL
Charming early 20th Century Pair of Hand-carved Stone Table Bases, Pedestal's, Columns, Stands from Italy made in circa 1940. Depicting 3 Angel Figurines...
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1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Stone

Pair of Neoclassical Bronze Sconces by Maison Delisle
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of extreme high quality neoclassical bronze sconces by les Frères Delisle ( Maison Delisle) US rewired and in working condition. Signed LFD ( l...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Neoclassical Style Brass and Wood Valet. French Work. Circa 1940
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice and elegant neoclassical style valet is made of brass and wood . This is a French work. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

French Maison Bagues Style Bronze Neoclassical Sconces
Located in Houston, TX
French Maison Bagues style bronze Neoclassical sconces. French Maison Bagues style bronze Neoclassical arrow sconces. These stunning French Empire s...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Silver Plated 12-Light Neoclassical Chandelier, circa 1940
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice neoclassical chandelier is made of silver plated. This is a very elegant fixture with 12 arms. This is a French work. Circa 1940.
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Silver

Elegant Pair of Neo Classical Side Tables by Lucien Rollin, France 1940.
Located in Brussels, BE
Fine pair of cream lacquered neoclassical side tables with a glass top. Two -tiers and brass bowls. By Lucien Rollin- France 1940.
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Pair of Small Medicis Style Silvered Metal Champagne Bucket, French, circa 1940
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of small Medicis style champagne buckets is made of silvered metal. This is a French work. Circa 1940.
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Silver Plate

Elegant Pair of Neoclassical Leather Armchairs by Jacques Quinet, France 1948.
Located in Brussels, BE
Nice pair of green leather neoclassical armchairs with cherry feet. Perfect vintage condition and highly comfortable. By J. Quinet France 1948.
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

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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