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: 1960s
Pair-Maison Bagues 2 Light Bronze Goat Sconces, Wall Light Neoclassical France
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of French Neoclassical 2 lights bronze goat sconces from the 1960.
US Rewiring and each takes 2 candelabra light bulb max. 40 watts.
Back-plate: 1.2...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
"Diana" Plaster Bust, Italy 1960 ca
Located in Sacile, PN
Bust of goddes "Diana". The bust is made of plaster, with a weathered and slightly worn surface. The woman is portrayed with a serene and contemplative expression, her eyes gently do...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Plaster
1960’s Neoclassical Nickel plated French Sconces, 2 pair available
Located in Miami, FL
1960’s Neoclassical Nickel plated French Sconces, 2 pair available
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Set of 4 Neoclassical Gustavian Style Chairs, Parcel Gilt & Painted, Sphinx Ca
Located in Manhasset, NY
Set of 4 carved side chairs, desk chairs, office chairs. Finely detailed set of Neoclassical Gustavian Chairs each in a nice scalamandre fabric having winged sphinxes on the back res...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood, Paint
1970′ Rolling Bar Or Trolley In Gilt Bronze Attribuate To Maison Bagués
Located in Paris, FR
Rolling bar with handle and removable tray, lower tray with bottle holder, uprights ending in pine cones.
Used condition, circa 1970
Length: 71 cm
Width: 45 cm
Height: 62 cm
Height t...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Neoclassical style Bronze Andirons
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of neoclassical style andirons are made bronze. This is a French work. Circa 1960
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
An ART-DECO Telescopic NEOCLASSICAL TABLE LAMP, France 1960
Located in PARIS, FR
An elegant circular lamp with a tripod structure and 3 lights, Art-deco, Modernist, Neo-Classical, Shabby-Chic, chrome metal structure supporting 3 lights, telescopic system allowing...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
Maison Charles Pine Cone Bronze Table Lamp
Located in Miami, FL
Superb bronze table lamp my the famous Maison Charles, pine cone model.
1 light, 100 max Bulb
US rewired and in working condition
Measures: Harp: 10" height, shade: 14: diameter, ...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Pair of French 1960s 2 Patina Bronze Hand Sconces, 3 Pairs Available
Located in Miami, FL
Exceptional suite of 6 French bronze 2 patina wall Sconces in the style of Maison Jansen, circa 1960.
Priced by pair.
US rewired, one socket, 60 watts max or LED .
Backplate dimen...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
1960's Mid Century Neoclassical style Occasional/ Accent Table by Lane
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1960's Lane Neoclassic Occasional Table by Lane. Nice Neoclassic detail.
Category
1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Neoclassical Boulle with Wood Inlay & Reticulated Brass Bar Cart, Italy
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Spectacular boulle inlay with brass and wood inlay. Reticulated Brass frames both shelves with a turned wood handle. In excellent vintage condition with almost no wear at all. Very tight and drives perfectly. Brass cradle...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Baker Furniture Neoclassical Bleached Walnut Pedestal Tea Table
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Neoclassical or Regency style bleached walnut tea table or occasional side table
By Baker Furniture
USA, Circa 1960s
Measures: 26" W x 26" D x 23.25" H.
Very g...
Category
1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Neoclassical Brass and Gilt Metal Pineapple Floor Lamp, circa 1960
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pineapple floor lamp is made of brass and gilt metal with a black shintz shade, gilt inside. This is a very decorative floor lamp, in the sty...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Metal
Silvered Metal Bottles Holder on a Wooden Base, French, Circa 1960
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This unusual bottles holder is made of silver plated on brass on a wooden base. This is a French work, circa 1960.
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Vintage Neoclassical Bronze "Shield" Table Lamp
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Cast bronze neoclassical "shield" table lamp on brass and blackened metal base.
Category
1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Stunning Iron and Glass Neoclassical Style End Table with Arrow Motife
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A versatile medium sized two-tier end table having aged metal frame with arrows in a neoclassical or Empire style. The two tiers are glass.
Category
1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
Huge Italian Wrought Iron Braided Rope Tassel Design Magazine Rack Jansen Style
Located in Miami, FL
Large Magazine Rack in the Style of Maison Jansen in Wrought Iron hand-crafted in detailed Braided Rope and Tassels Design.
Made in Italy in the late 1960 for heavy Books, Magazines,...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Wood Column Lamps
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of wood column lamps with incredible white paint patina. Lamps have been professionally rewired and have an on/off switch on the base. Each lamp...
Category
1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Neoclassical Style Brass & Nickeled Metal Guéridon / Collapsing Side Table
Located in North Miami, FL
Elegant French Mid-Century solid brass guéridon, side, end or occasional table in the modern neoclassical style. This collapsible brass tri-legged table with ball feet and supports ...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass, Nickel
1960 Roderic Montagu Oil on Board - Impressionist Painting of Young Girl
Located in Morristown, NJ
Roderic Montagu (O'Connor) (French-Irish, 1907-2001). A charming Impressionist portrait of a young girl, signed "R. Montagu 196...
Category
1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Masonite, Paint
Mastercraft Large Impressive Illuminated Display Cabinet 1960s
By Mastercraft
Located in New York, NY
Stunning large illuminated Neoclassical display cabinet in bronze and mahogany with black granite on front and antique glass on back wall ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Granite, Bronze
Pair of Neoclassical Style Rams Head Bergere Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Neoclassical style ram's head chairs with black vinyl seats. The chairs have caned backs and sides with a solid wood, white painted frame. Carved ram's head to the front of t...
Category
1960s Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood, Cane
Set of 3 Maison Lancel Nesting Tables Brass Wood Top French Mid-Century Modern
Located in Miami, FL
Superb set of nesting tables by Maison Lancel in brass and ebonized wood.
Great as Drink Table, Serving Table or Sofa Table for Your favorite Snacks.
Mid-Century Modern Design from ...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Neoclassical Table Lamps by Chapman
Located in Miami, FL
Very nice pair of Chapman style neoclassical table lamp.
26" to the top of the finial
US wired and in working condition.
Category
1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
NASA Mission Gemini XI Charles Pete Conrad and Richard "Dick" Gordon, 1966, Phot
By Nasa
Located in London, England
Gemini 11 Photo original tamponnée au dos World Book Encyclopedia Science Service,inc 516 Travis Street Houston Texas
Gemini 11 (officiellement Gemini XI) est la 9e mission habitée ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Paper
1970′ Pair of Ceiling Lights or Wall Lamps Maison Bagués Or Banci Glass leave
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of ceiling lights or wall lights in gold metal, 15 bulbs in 2 rows Decorated with leaves and flowers in glass or crystal
Good condition,
Circa 1970
Height: 17 cm
Diameter: 60 c...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Lot de 4 Photographies Originales de Paul Newman, Sophia Loren, Joanne Woodward
By Universal Studios
Located in London, England
photo Paul Newmann, Sofia Loren AFP 24x18cm
photo Paul Newmann avec son chapeau 13x18cm
photo Paul Newmann seul 9.3x13cm
photo Paul Newmann ,Joanne woodward 24x18
Mythique Paul Newm...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Paper
US Air Force Mercury Aurore 7 Launcher, 1962, Photograph
By Nasa
Located in London, England
Photographie Originale de l'US AIR FORCE pour la NASA
Mission Mercury- Atlas 7 capsule AURORA lancée depuis la base de cap Canaveral pilotée par l'astronaute Sc...
Category
1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Paper
Vtg Mid Century Modern Mediterranean Style Carved Syroco Glass Top End Tables
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Mediterranean Style Carved Syroco Glass Top End Tables. Item features nice carvings throughout with lovely gold accents. Circa 1960s. Measurements: 16.75" ...
Category
1960s Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Glass
1970′ Pair of Ceiling Lights or Sconces with Flowers and Leaves Maison Bagués
Located in Paris, FR
Pair Ceiling or wall lights in gilded metal, 6 bulbs. Adorned with green colored leaves and glass or crystal flowers
Good condition, Circa 1970
Measures:...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Large 19th Century Antique Style Lantern
Located in Montclair, NY
Extremely large at 75 inches high is this 19th century antique style lantern with matching chain and ceiling canopy. Textured Lucite panels with ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Turned Wood Lamps with Chess Pawn Design, Pair
Located in North Miami, FL
Beautiful rich walnut turned wood lamps with black lacquered base. Working and in original as-found condition. THIS ITEM IS LOCATED AND WILL SHIP...
Category
1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Neoclassical Style Mahogany and Brass Table Lamps, France 1960s
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegant pair of 1960s French neoclassical style table lamps. Mahogany and brass accents. Faux candle socket decor. Price includes rewiring for the US. Minor dent on one of the lamps ...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
A Pair of Italian Neoclassical Low Cocktail Tables, 1960
Located in Hartville, OH
An original Condition Pair of Neoclassical Italian Paint Decorated and partial guilt low cocktail tables with Glass Tops over Guilt Gold tops and a carved and guilt pedestal bases.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Giltwood
Pair of Alabaster and Marble Twisted Column shaped floor lamps, France 1960s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a pair of spectacular column or pedestal shaped floor lamps. The lamps are done in alabaster with marble tops. They feature very elegant design that can...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Alabaster, Marble
Vintage Plaster & Acrylic Spherical Table Lamp
By Samuel Marx
Located in North Miami, FL
Oversized spherical plaster lamp with acrylic band to center, very much in the style of Samuel Marx later work. NOTE: shade not included. Double socket and silk wiring. THIS ITEM IS...
Category
1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Acrylic, Plaster
1950-1970 Sideboard Mirror with Eglomisées Flowers
Located in Paris, FR
Sideboard 1950-1970 with a decor of églomisées flowers framed by pink copper-colored mirror barettes, wrought iron pietement, interior plated with sycamore
in good condition.
I ve an...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
1950-1970 Pair of Series of 3 Nesting Tables
Located in Paris, FR
Serie of 3 nesting tables gilded brass deco bamboo with top lacquered black and gold
Measures: 50 x 35 x H 53 cm
45 x 30 x H 48 cm
40 x 25 x H 44 cm
circa 1950-1970
Good condition.
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Pair of 1960’s tufted Italian Benches
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of 1960’s tufted Italian Benches.
Walnut bleach wood and fabric.
Newly reupholstered .
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
French Iron and Marble Dining or Occasional Table, France 1960s
Located in Chicago, IL
A gorgeous and classic dining table or occasional table from the South of France. The wrought iron base is one of our favorite materials and this table features a beatifully forged c...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Metal
Hollywood Regency French Neoclassical Style Églomisé Center Table, End Table
Located in Manhasset, NY
French neoclassical style center table with églomisé glass top of Architectural design. This one of a kind center, end or dining table leaves no stone unturned in the world of decora...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood
Pair of Vintage Bronze Sconces by J. Sommer, Made in Sweden in 1960s
By J. Sommer
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a pair of Neoclassical style sconces done in solid bronze and designed by J. Sommer. Each sconce features 2 light spots, with floral details. Manufactur...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Twisted and Knotted Form Armchairs
Located in Manhasset, NY
A gorgeous pair of twisted armchairs, with cane backs. With plaid patterned upholstery.
Category
1960s Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Extra Large Urn-Shaped Table Lamps done in Bronze, France 1960s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a pair of extra large urn-shaped table lamps done in solid bronze, making them very heavy. They feature beautiful shape a...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Maison Charles, Pair of Neoclassical Sconces, France, circa 1960
Located in New York, NY
Signed: Charles & Fils.
From the small committee room on the 1st floor of the Palais des Consuls in Rouen, these remarkable sconces possess five arms each rising like gilded serpents from their columnar center. Each is crowned...
Category
1960s Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Charming Little Neo Romantic Chandelier in Patinated Wood circa 1960
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Charming little neo romantic chandelier in patinated wood circa 1960.
Height with chain: 98 cm.
Category
1960s European Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Pair of Neoclassical Candleholders
Located in North Palm Beach, FL
Introducing a pair of solid brass and limestone candleholders., characteristic of the Neoclassical and Art Nouveau styles. The figural candleholders are mounted on a limestone base...
Category
1960s Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Limestone, Brass
1970s Pair or Similar of Barovier y Toso Lamps with Gold Paillons Murano Crystal
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of lamps or similar in Murano glass with gold spangles, one bulb, circa 1970, conical barrel, Good condition
Height of the glassware 43 cm without socket
Base diameter 16 cm...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Crystal
1950-1970 Champagne Bucket Crystal St Louis and Bronze Gilded Heads of Lion
By Saint Louis
Located in Paris, FR
Champagne bucket in diamond point crystal and guilloché gilt bronze, St Louis.
The upper part is decorated with engravings with the attributes of the vine
Good condition,
Height: ...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
1970, Nesting Tables in Brass in the Style of Maison Ramsay
Located in Paris, FR
Series of nesting round tables
Measures: diameter 59 X height 40 cm
diameter 43 X height 37 cm
diameter 29 X height 35 cm
brass, hexagonal section uprights
Good condition circa ...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
1970 Pair of Lamps Palm or Coconut Tree with Coconut Style Jansen or Charles
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of lamps in gilded and silvered bronze, base diameter 14 cm adjustable height: 87 cm Maxi and 72 cm Mini model of Charles or Maison Jansen all in bronze
Height: 87 cm
Diameter...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Ruby Glass Victorian-Style Lamp
Located in New York, NY
This stylish Mid-Century take on a late 19th century oil lamp model was made in ruby glass and golden brass, and is now fitted with a cust...
Category
1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
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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