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
Period: 20th Century
Pair of neoclassical side tables from the Plaza Athénée
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of neoclassical side tables custom made by the cabinet maker Balzarotti for the presidential suite of the the French Parisian Palace Plaza Athénée .
Sold with an certificate of...
Category
1990s European Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Gilt Bronze Two Tier Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Gilt Bronze Two Tier Chandelier. 9 lights (3 on top & 6 on bottom).
France, circa 1900.
Dimensions: Height 33" Diameter 29"
CW61
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Red lacquer 2 tier Maison Baguès Side Table
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Red lacquer 2 tier Maison Baguès Side Table
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Maison Baguès style Brass and glass side tables
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Maison Baguès style Brass and glass side tables
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Maison Baguès Bronze and cloudy mirror nesting tables
Located in Miami, FL
Maison Baguès Bronze and cloudy mirror nesting tables
Dimension :
21.5/20/14
19.5/19/13
17.5/17/17
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Maison Jansen Style 2 patina brass and gun metal Wall Sonces
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Maison Jansen Style 2 patina brass and gun metal Wall Sonces.
Original White opaline glass shades
Backplate is 3.5 diameter.
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Steel, Bronze
Swedish Neoclassical Silver Serving Bowl by Graumann, 1932
Located in New York, NY
Swedish Neoclassical 830 silver serving bowl, 1932. Ovoid bowl with high-looping end handles and raised foot. Engraved leaf-and-dart mouth rim. Pierced colonnade foot rim. Fully mark...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Silver
Antique Marble Sculpture depicting ‘Reverie: In the Days of Sappho'
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique Neoclassical statuary marble sculpture depicting an interpretation of ‘In the Days of Sappho’ also known as 'Reverie', after the oil painting by John William Godward (circ...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Breccia Marble, Statuary Marble
High quality large vintage giltwood floor or wall mirror by Deknudt
By Deknudt
Located in Leesburg, VA
igh quality large vintage rectangular giltwood floor or wall mirror by Deknudt
Deknudt
Deerlijk, Belgium; 20th century
Glass, giltwood
Approximate size: 72.75 (h) x 40 (w) x 2 (d)...
Category
Late 20th Century Belgian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Glass, Giltwood
Raymond Subes Style Marble Top Coffee Table
Located in Miami, FL
Raymond Subes Style Marble top coffee table .
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Brass, Bronze
Spectacular Pair of Sheffield Fluted Columnar Banquet Lamps
Located in Milford, NH
An impressive pair of large silver plated candlestick or banquet lamps in the Neoclassical style with Corinthian columns, probably Sheffield, with scrollwork capitals, converted to ...
Category
20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Sheffield Plate
Antique Duncan Phyfe Style Mahogany Sofa Newly Upholstered in White Silk
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Duncan Phyfe Style Finely Carved Mahogany Parlor Sofa Newly Upholstered in Elegant White Patterned Silk Blend Upholstery
This exquisite antique Duncan Phyfe style parlor sof...
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Silk, Upholstery, Mahogany
Pair of Vintage French Carved Marble and Gilt Bronze Cassolettes Table Lamps
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a buffet, console or bedside tables with this elegant pair of antique cassolettes converted into table lamps. Crafted in France, circa 1920, the urns are made of carved vari...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Antique American Bamboo Stool with Original Needlepoint Seat
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Classic American vintage bamboo stool having original needlepoint seat.
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo
Lovely Pair of Vintage Garden Planters Urns
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Lovely pair of garden urns having aged patina. Opening 12" diameter
Category
1970s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
Pair of French Neoclassical Pedestals
Located in Dallas, TX
A Pair of Neoclassical Pedestals with Gilt Bronze mounts and sculpted figures.
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Antique Wood Vanity Jewelry Rectangular Boxes – Set of 3
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to present a charming set of three antique boxes, each meticulously crafted from different wood species. This selection of woods provides a stunning contrast in ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Gabrielle Bakker 1990 Boys Still Life Painting Gallery Provenance Custom Frame
Located in Atlanta, GA
A contemporary / vintage surrealist style still life painting by American woman artist Gabrielle Bakker presented in a custom frame. From the Gabrielle Bakker website, "Gabrielle Bak...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood, Paint
Set of 2 Large Royal Copenhagen Vases. Gustav Friedrich Hetsch, Denmark, 1957.
Located in Malmö, SE
A pair of very elegant and well crafted Royal Copenhagen vases with gilded hand painted details.
Designed by Gustav Friedrich Hetsch. Made by ROYAL COPENHAGEN in Denmark, 1957.
Exce...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Vintage Tapestry by Hans Krondahl 1'10" x 2'1"
Located in New York, NY
Soft Neutral Vintage Artistic Hans Krondahl Flower Tapestry by Hans Krondahl, country of origin: America, Circa date: Vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wool, Linen
Soft Neutral Vintage Artistic Hans Krondahl Flower Tapestry 1'6" x 1'6"
Located in New York, NY
Soft Neutral Vintage Artistic Hans Krondahl Flower Tapestry by Hans Krondahl, country of origin: America, Circa date: Vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wool, Linen
1970s French Glass Fruit Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
Rare Table Lamp with Glass Fruit Bowl, with one foot in gold metal and black lacquer, topped with a cup filled with 3 Crystal fruit by La Maison Le Dauphin France 1970’s .
In additi...
Category
Late 20th Century European Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Metal
Early 20th Century French Weathered Concrete Outdoor Garden Planter Jardinière
Located in Dallas, TX
Place this elegant antique stone planter on your patio for a timeless flower display. Crafted in France circa 1920 and built of concrete, the large sturdy jardinière is round in shap...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Concrete, Stone
Italian Neoclassical Style Gold Leaf Benches
Located in Dallas, TX
Experience the vintage sophistication of the mid-century modern era with our magnificent pair of hall benches, that dates to the early 20th century. Crafted to perfection and resonat...
Category
1920s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Gold Leaf
Pair of Mid-Century French Neoclassical Carved Marble Flute Garden Urns Planters
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in Italy circa 1950 in the neoclassical style and made of hand carved granite, the antique planters have a stately, elegant style. Each vase stands on a square base over a fl...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Granite, Marble
XX Century Pair of Neoclassical Style French Vases in Wrought Iron
Located in Lisboa, PT
The Neoclassical style draws inspiration from ancient Greek and Roman art and architecture, often featuring clean lines, geometric shapes, and classical motifs like columns, laurel w...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Neoclassical Style Bronze Andirons
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of neoclassical style andirons is made of bronze. This is a French work. Circa 1900
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Mid 20th Century Vintage Boho Original Figural of Young Man Oil on Canvas, Frame
Located in west palm beach, FL
This original oil on canvas depicts a young boy in jeans smirking with his hands in his pockets. Compelling detail and strategic brush strokes and shading with subtle additions of co...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Ethan Allen Neoclassical Style Gold Star Stripe 17" Square Throw Pillows - 2 Pcs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Ethan Allen Neoclassical Style Gold Star 17" Square Decorative Throw Pillows with Subtle Stripes - 2 Pcs. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 17" H x 17" W x 6" D.
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Fabric
Mid 20th Century Vintage Boho Portrait on Dog on Canvas, Framed
Located in west palm beach, FL
Gorgeous portrait of a small greyhound. The detail in the fur almost appears textural and the artist did a great job of depicting light reflecting off of the dog’s coat. The green gr...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Pair of Medicis Style Crystal Vases
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and decorative pair of Medicis style vases is made of crystal. This is a French work. Circa 1900
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Crystal
Pair of 2-branch 3-light neoclassical-style silver candelabra
Located in London, GB
Very good pair of elegant two-branch, three-light, neoclassical silver candelabra in the Adam style. The branches are detachable, allowing the candlesticks to be used separately and ...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Neoclassical Style Maison Baguès Two Tiers Brass Coffee Table. Circa 1940
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant coffee table is made of brass with two glass shelves featuring bronze tassels on each corner. This is a French work by Maison Baguès. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Classical style cut glass & silver wine jug
Located in London, GB
Elegant, neoclassical style engraved glass antique wine jug with silver handle and mounts. Made during the latter part of the Edwardian era, the jug's glass body is hand blow and bea...
Category
Early 20th Century British Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of Maison Jansen Brass and Carrara Marble Side Table
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Maison Jansen Brass and Carrara Marble side table .
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Carrara Marble, Brass
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...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Metal, Brass
4 Limoge Cameos by C.A Richards
Located in Houston, TX
These four Limoges cameos, originating from the prestigious Limoges region of France, are exquisite examples of miniature artistry encapsulated in delicate porcelain. Each cameo is a...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Giltwood
Vintage Salterini Wrought Iron Chairs Set of 8
Located in Cumberland, RI
Upgrade your patio and add some vintage charm to your outdoor space with this spectacular set of Vintage Wrought Iron Chairs by Salterini in the distinctive Mt. Vernon pattern. Perfect for in the garden or pair the chairs with one of our large dining table for family festivities. Newly finished in a Classic Flat Black enamel makes this set a great choice. Crafted from sturdy wrought iron, this set of 8 Salterini Patio Chairs is perfect for relaxing and entertaining friends and family.
Salterini is known for his quality craftmanship using durbale wrought iron, so you can be sure that this furniture will last for years to come. Bring a touch of elegance and sophistication to your outdoor oasis with these stunning wrought iron chairs set of 8...
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair 20th Century Empire Style Gold Gilt Ram Heads Bergère or Tub Chair
Located in Houston, TX
A pair of 20th Century classically styled gilt wood bergére chairs newly upholstered in a white cotton ticking fabric with feather down wrapped seat cushion.
These chairs also avail...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood, Giltwood
French Neoclassical Style Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, NL
Late 19th or early 20th century French Neoclassical style fireback.
The fireback has a natural brown patina. Upon request it can be made black / pewter at no extra costs. The condit...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Large Five Fold Fireplace Screen Spark Gard
Located in New York, NY
Hard to find five fold spark gard, fireplace screen, having a brass frame with metal mesh screen panels. The screen is in very good, clean, original, ready to use condition, showing...
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Maison Charles Neoclassical Bronze 2 patina Console
Located in Miami, FL
Maison Charles Neoclassical 2 patina , bronze and gun metal Console.
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Steel
French Neoclassical Style Bronze of a Women Signed Samson
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 7in W: 8in D: 5 1/2in
This antique French Neoclassical figural bronze sculpture of a maiden, after Samson, is an incredible example of 20th century French decor! If...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Neoclassical Wrought Iron & Brass 8-Light Chandelier, by Maitland Smith
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Neoclassical Wrought Iron & Brass 8-Light Chandelier, by Maitland Smith
An exquisite Neoclassical Wrought Iron & Brass 8-Light Chandelier, made by Maitland Smith. The chandelier has...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
Antique Large Neoclassical Terra Cotta Garden Urn Patio Planter C1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Large Neoclassical Terra Cotta Garden Urn Patio Planter C1910
Measures- 16.75''H x 20''W x 18.75''D
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
Antique Large Neoclassical Terra Cotta Garden Urn Patio Planter C1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Large Neoclassical Terra Cotta Double Handled Garden Urn Patio Planter C1910
Measures- 17''H x 19.5''W x 19.5''D
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
Vintage rustic stained glass two door cabinet by Habersham
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a vintage rustic two door stained glass cabinet by Habersham. This cabinet features two doors that have stained glass panels with two drawers at the top. The cabinet features...
Category
1980s Unknown Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique Large Heavy Cast Iron Flower Urn Garden Planter Trophy Vase 35"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique cast iron garden urn or planter with ornate scrolled handles and square pedestal base.
Dimensions:
35" x 23.5" x 16.5" h, 100 lbs
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Antique Large Neoclassical Terra Cotta Garden Urn Patio Planter C1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Large Neoclassical Terra Cotta Garden Urn Patio Planter C1910
Measures- 17.5''H x 19.5''W x 19.5''D
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
A set of two-armed wall lamps 10 pieces
Located in STRAČOV, CZ
A large collection of neoclassical wall lamps. Two-arm design for classic candle bulbs with an E14 socket up to 40W - normal, halogen and LED bulbs are suitable (bulbs are not includ...
Category
Late 20th Century European Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
James Irza Arnold - New York City Hall Etching, c.1920s
Located in Savannah, GA
James Irza Arnold
(American, 1887-1965)
"New York City Hall, Built 1804-1811,” circa 1920s
Etching presented in gilt frame with gilt liner.
sight: 18 ½ by 12 ½ inches
frame: 24 ¾ b...
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Wonderful French Ormolu Doré Bronze Cut Crystal Gilt Paw Feet Centerpiece Bowl
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful French Regency Empire doré bronze Ormolu paw footed centerpiece with crystal insert with scalloped accents on four corners.
Measures: 7.5" W x 4" H.
Category
1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Italian Marquetry Two Tier Drop Leaf Bar Cart-Vintage emerald Dessert-Bar Cart
Located in Bussiere Dunoise, Nouvel Aquitaine
Italian Marquetry Two Tier Drop Leaf Bar Cart-Vintage emerald green Dessert-Bar Cart Neoclassical Style
Magnificent Intarsia Work and elaborately hand-painted Surface of the Table To...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Metal
Rolling Wicker Picnic Basket Cart
Located in Stamford, CT
A very unusual antique wicker picnic basket set in a large wheeled cart. The cart has six circular sections for wine or water bottles. The deep covered wicker basket has a handle on ...
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wicker, Wood
French Neoclassical Style Brass and Beveled Clear Glass Hexagonal Lantern, 1920s
Located in Barntrup, DE
French brass and beveled clear glass hexagonal hanging lantern from circa the 1920s.
This adorable three-light antique pendant lantern features an elegant hexagonal brass frame with ...
Category
1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Raymond Subes Style Coffee Table
Located in Miami, FL
Raymond Subes style marble top and brass coffee table .
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Brass, Bronze
2 Vintage Architectural Lion Head Corbels Columns Pillars Sculpture Stands 49"
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of two vintage Raymond Enkeboll style columns / corbels / pillars / stands. Made of composite featuring ornate lion heads, acanthus designs, and hairy paw / claw feet.
Dimens...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Composition
Mid Century Italian Stilnovo Neoclassical Pendant Light C.1950
By Stilnovo
Located in London, GB
Mid Century Italian Stilnovo Neoclassical Pendant Light C.1950
An Italian Stilnovo hanging light, 1950s, mounted with two curved glass panels, encasing a gilt reeded column with tw...
Category
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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