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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.

Find antique neoclassical furniture today on 1stDibs.

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Style: Neoclassical
Period: 20th Century
Impressive Pair of Cast Iron Enameled Shell Motif Sculptures
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Stunning pair of white enameled cast iron shell motif sculptures, perfect for a mantel statement. These were refashioned andirons cut down to fit on top of a mantel in Palm Beach.
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1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Rare Russell Woodard Rocking chairs + Side Table, Salterini, Wrought Iron, MCM
Located in San Jose, CA
A beautiful set of rocking armchairs with matching side table. Salterini collection Daisies pattern Made by Russell Woodard Circa 1960’s Made of wrought Iron chairs in great working...
Category

1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal, Wrought Iron

Pair of Tall Etched Glass Hurricanes or Candleholders
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A stunning pair of candleholders or hurricanes in etched glass. This tall set has been handblown with a classic floral design all around. Certainly, very versatile pieces that can be...
Category

Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Glass

French Neoclassic Commode, Cornflower Blue
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassical style painted wood commode from the mid 20th century. This mid-century chest from France features a rectangular-shaped top, which rests above a neoclassical sty...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

Neoclassical Style Brass and Wood Floor Lamp in the Style of Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice and unusual neoclassical style floor lamp is made of brass with a mahogany round shelf. Thisis a French work in the style of Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Maitland Smith tessellated marble Pedestal
Located in Miami, FL
Maitland Smith tessellated marble pedestal
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1990s Philippine Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Stone

Italian Florentine Baroque Gold Giltwood Wall Mirror
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning Italian Florentine baroque rococo style wall mirror Italy, Circa 1960s Gold gilt wood, with mirror. Measures: 7.25"W x 1.25"D x 12"H. Very good original vintage condit...
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1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Pair Neoclassical Style Black Iron Twin Campaign Beds
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of wonderful 20th Century campaign style canopy black iron twin beds.
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Neoclassical Style Brass Drinks Trolley with Removable Trays
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style drinks trolley is made of brass with removable trays. This bar cart is a French work in the style of Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Italian Classical Cast Iron Urn Planter Pedestal Base Round Marble Dining Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian Classical Style Cast Iron Urn Planter Pedestal Base with Round Marble Top Dining Table. Item. Green cast iron urn form pedestal base, 48" round Italian white marble t...
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Iron

Antique Italian Neoclassic Wood Stand with Tole Flowers
Located in Palm Beach, FL
19th Century Italian carved wood remnant with classical form and a worn silver leaf finish holding a tole bouquet with flowers and leaves with a perfect time worn patina.
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal, Silver Leaf

Pair of Maison Lancel Bronze Sconces
Located in Miami, FL
Superb pair of Maison Lancel horses head bronze sconces US rewired and in working condition 40 watt max bulb. Measures: back plate: 5.6" diameter.
Category

1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Maitland Smith Neoclassical Black Marble Footed Brass Tazza Centerpiece Bowl 17"
Located in Dayton, OH
An impressive black marble and brass Tazza by Maitland Smith, circa 1990s. Features a marble bowl on a brass footed stand with neoclassical relief. Makers mark along side of base. D...
Category

1990s Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass

Rare Russell Woodard Gliders + Side Table, Salterini, Wrought Iron, MCM, Vintage
Located in San Jose, CA
A beautiful set of gliding chairs with matching side table. Salterini collection Daisies pattern Made by Russell Woodard Circa 1960’s Made of wrought Iron Gliding chairs in great wo...
Category

1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal, Wrought Iron

Maison Jansen Inspired Neo-Classical Steel & Bronze Marble Top Coffee Table
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a 1970s Maison Jansen inspired marble top coffee table. It is Italian and marked under one hoof. The frame is steel with bronze ram’s head and hoof appointments. The white ma...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Steel

Italian Lacquered Goatskin / Parchment Serving Bar Cart by Aldo Tura, 1960s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Very rare Aldo Tura Goatskin or parchment bar cart. This bar cart was made in Italy in the 1960s. Constructed of lacquered goatskin / parchment and gilt metal hardware. The table ...
Category

1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Brass and Marble Corinthian Column Lamps
Located in Denton, TX
Pair of classical style Table lamps consisting of fluted brass columns with Corinthian capitals and white marble plinth. perfect for that library or living room. Made by Westwood Ind...
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Carrara Marble, Metal, Brass

Pair of Four Sides Quality Solid Brass Hanging Lanterns
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elegant four sides hanging lantern made of solid brass with, seeded glass, and three 40/watt lights. suitable for webs location . Ready to use, brass canopies included.
Category

20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

2 Theodore Alexander French Neoclassical Mahogany Candle Holders Altar Sticks 54
Located in Dayton, OH
A stately pair of Theodore Alexander torchiere candle holders / altar sticks. Made from mahogany with a turned and graduated baluster with twis...
Category

Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Antique late 19th century cast bronze horse sculpture.
Located in Allentown, PA
This is an antique late 19th century cast bronze horse sculpture. This dynamic horse sculpture has an appropriate dark patina to the bronze for its age and history. The bronze horse ...
Category

Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Two Classical Four Light Brass Lanterns, Cylindrical
Located in Stamford, CT
Two classical American four light cylindrical brass lanterns with curved glass panels. Hardwired with original canopies included.
Category

1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Glamorous Neoclassical Style Iron Arrow Motif Side Table with Marble Top
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Glamorous round arrow motif painted iron side table with black and white marble top. 16" diameter to top of arrows, surface is 15" round
Category

1970s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Iron

Italian Lacquered Goatskin / Parchment Serving Bar Cart by Aldo Tura, 1960s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Very unique Aldo Tura Goatskin or parchment bar cart. This bar cart was made in Italy in the 1960s. Constructed of thickly lacquered goatskin / parchment and gilt metal hardware. ...
Category

1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Maitland Smith Mahogany Chippendale Style Dining Table
Located in Oakwood, GA
Gorgeous Maitland Smith Chippendale Style Dining Table, Mahogany, 7FT-10FT Absolutely gorgeous table From Maitland-Smith Furniture Mahogany Flaming Mahogany Rectangular shape Gadroon...
Category

Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Italian Neoclassical Style Marble, Malachite, Lapis Lazuli, and Porphyry Panel
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent Italian neoclassical style marble, malachite, lapis lazuli, and porphyry panel, early 20th century. This panel is made with all different precious hardstones. All th...
Category

Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Marble, Porphyry

Smith & Watson Burlwood Round Table
Located in New York, NY
Smith and Watson round table with burlwood veneer and upon hexagonal base with maker's plaque to underside. Dimensions: 26" H x 28" diameter. Dealer: S138XX
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Burl

Vintage English Country Iron Black Garden Armillary Sundial
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning vintage English country or Neoclassical style black iron garden armillary sundial sphere USA, Late 20th Century Measures: 11"W x 6.75"D x 12"H Good vintage condition. P...
Category

Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Neo-Classical Style Hand Painted Console Tables W/ Dolphins -Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of neo-classical style carved and hand painted console tables with distressed mirrored backs. The top has a serpentine form . The bases have dolphin / koi fish support...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Set of Eight Michael Taylor Montecito Garden Dining Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare set of eight Montecito cast aluminum patio and garden dining armchairs designed by Michael Taylor. The set consists of all armchairs (Model #MTD-1078) with a matte finish having...
Category

20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

air of Antique Mahogany Neoclassical Side Tables With Lyre Bases
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition Original Vintage Condition
Category

1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Pair Italian Neoclassic Ormolu & Blue Opaline Diminutive Ashtrays/ Portacenere
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Italian Neoclassic Ormolu and Blue Opaline Diminutive Ashtrays/Portacenere Italy, circa 1950s A luxurious pair of Italian Neoclassic Ormolu and Blue Opaline Diminutive Ashtr...
Category

20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ormolu

Large Antique Neoclassical Brass Six-Arm Scroll Form Chandelier C1930
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Ask About Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Reliable Professional Service & Fully Insured*** Large Antique Neoclassical Brass Chandelier with Six Scroll Form Arms and Faceted Font...
Category

Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage, 1933, Noritake 'Adelpha' Bone China Set - 91 Pieces, 12 Place Settings
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Elegant Noritake Adelpha dining set for 12. Based on the stamp this set was made between 1933 and 1940. The set includes: (12) Dinner plates - 10" (12) Lancheon plates - 8" (12) Soup...
Category

1930s Japanese Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage English Country Iron Black Garden Armillary Sundial
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning vintage English country or Neoclassical style black iron garden armillary sundial with Roman numerals USA, Late 20th Century Measures: 9.5"W x 6.75"D x 10.75"H Very goo...
Category

Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Italian Terracota Sculpture of Bacchus by Dini e Cellai Signa
Located in North Miami, FL
Early 20th century italian terracota sculpture of God Bacchus by Dini e Cellai Signa By: Dini e Cellai Signa Material: terracotta Technique: molded, pressed, carved, hand-carved, ha...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Terracotta

Beautiful Art Deco Solid Wood Door from the 1930s-1940s (Variant A) -1X51
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Enhance the aesthetic appeal of your space with this charming Art Deco door, crafted from solid wood and dating back to the 1930s-1940s. Adorned with exquisite diamond-point detailin...
Category

1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Glamorous Large Marble Ashtray with Neoclassical Roman Gilt Metal Decoration
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Super stylish round marble ashtray having Neoclassical Roman motif decoration in gilt metal around the periphery. Great resting spot for your keys!
Category

1930s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Metal

Italian Concrete Garden Cherub Statue
Located in Wichita, KS
Early 20th century concrete Italian garden statue of cherub / putti figure, c. 1920. This charming, angelic statue is suitable for outdoor use. We offer expedited, fully-insured, ...
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Concrete

Vtg Henri Studio Concrete Cement Round Classical Cherub Garden Planter Pot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Henri Studio concrete cement 15" round Classical cherub garden planter pot. Approx 70 lbs, circa late 20th century. Measurements: 12" Height x 1...
Category

Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stone

Traffic Jam in New York City Impressionist Winter Car Scene Oil Painting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Impressionist New York City traffic jam on a winter day. Cars fill the street and snow fills the air. The city that never sleeps gleaming with patriotic pride. From early childhood to the present, Willett, a natural talent carried on the tradition in the arts. Currently as a painter in the New Hope, Bucks County Impressionist style- he works full time in the mediums of oil on board or canvas, and watercolor. His recent work has been compared to Edward Redfield both in subject and style. Earlier works by Willett are reminiscent of the photographic representational influence of Andrew Wyeth- his revered friend and mentor. Upon reviewing Chris's portfolio that spans 3 decades, one can see the gradual evolution and development of Chris' own unique method and artistic language- he portrays the landscape and daily lives of the people that live and have lived in this locale- spanning the region from Bucks County, New Hope, Lambertville, New Jersey, French Town, Point Pleasant, and such- still the most popular subject matter of local contemporary impressionists today. Painting measures: 14 x 24 inches. Frame measures: 17 x 27 inches. Oil on board signed lower right corner and verso. Christopher Willett...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Pair of Neoclassical Royal Tettau German Porcelain White & Gold Urns c. 1930-50
Located in Pearland, TX
A lovely pair of vintage German porcelain white and gold urns or vases from the Royal Tettau Manufactory, circa 1930-1950. Maker's mark on reverse. These gorgeous vases have a stylis...
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20th Century German Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Stunning Large Black & Gold Neoclassical Style Wall Mirror
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Handsome large neoclassical style wall mirror having striking black and gold finish.
Category

1980s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Composition

Vintage Pair of Brass Big Horn Ram's Head Sculptures
Located in San Diego, CA
Impressive pair of Italian patinated brass big horn ram's head sculptures featuring long curled horns and dramatic neoclassical styling. These pieces stan...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Michael Taylor Montecito Stone Top Garden Dining Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Amazing bespoke Michael Taylor garden aluminum dining table featuring a custom sized cast stone rectangular top. The molded stone top is 1.5 inches thick and 7.5 feet long supported ...
Category

20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stone, Aluminum

Dior by Dior the Autobiography of Christian Dior 1957 English Ed.
Located in Stamford, CT
Dior by Dior the Autobiography of Christian Dior 1957 English Ed. Featuring four distinct sections - The Birth of Maison Christian Dior; From the...
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1950s English Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Paper

Vintage Early American Oak Accent Table or Endtable with Drawers
Located in Seattle, WA
Antique Early American oak 2 drawer dresser base with square legs and a lovely shaped top apron with hand carved details.
Category

1940s Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique Chateauneuf de Pape Red & Gilt Zinc Grape Hod
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique Chateauneuf de Pape Red and Gilt Zinc Grape Hod France, circa 1900s A fine example from the world of French winemaking history is this exquisite antique Chateauneuf de Pape ...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal, Zinc

Midcentury Italian Majolica Neoclassical Style Garden Seat Stool
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Whimsical Mid-Century Modern Italian Majolica garden seat stool made in the neoclassical taste. The square stool features a Tromp l'oeil verde green tassel...
Category

20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Majolica, Pottery

French Alarm Carriage Clock by Delépine-Barrois Early 20thc
Located in Savannah, GA
This classic French alarm carriage clock was made by Delépine-Barrois and features a brass Cubique shaped case with rectangular top with folding handle over a beveled glass escapeme...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Antique Dark Blue Jasperware Wedgwood Round Covered Box
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Jasper ware round covered box. By Wedgwood. In dark blue dip. Fully marked to the base. Simply a wonderful box by Wedgwood. Da...
Category

20th Century British Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Italian Brass Neoclassical Dining Table Base
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Beautiful Neoclassical Italian Brass dining table base. Great deep detail with four square columns with acanthus leaf design and cross stretcher with center finial. Supports a heavy ...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Maitland Smith Neoclassical Cabinet
Located in Countryside, IL
Maitland Smith Neoclassical Cabinet This cabinet measures: 44.5 wide x 18.5 deep x 36.25 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to show as much detail as po...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century English Child's Teapot
Located in Sheffield, MA
The early 20th Century English petite child's teapot is decorated around the opening with fluting as is the rim of the lid. Both pieces of the white teapot are marked "Spode Copeland...
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Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Pottery

A Fine Gilt Bronze & Cut Glass Globe
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Fine & Decorative Gilt Bronze & Cut Glass Globe by Baccarat. 1 light. France, circa 1910. (3 available) Dimensions: Hgith 8 1/2" Diameter 9 1/2"
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1910s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Maison Charles Pineapple Bronze Sconces Wall Lamps Neoclassical France, Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Signed Maison Charles pineapple bronze sconces, US rewired an in working condition 2 bulb 60 watts Max. Measures: Back-plate: 5 inches H, 4 inches W (...
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Late 20th-C. Neo-Classical Style Faux Tortoise & Greek Key Round Wall Mirror
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a late 20th century neo-classical style round mirror with faux tortoise Greek Key decoration. It is unmarked and in very good condition.
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mirror

French Miniature Mignonnette Brass Carriage Clock with Beveled Glass circa 1900
Located in Savannah, GA
This brass Mignonnette No.3 carriage clock features a rectangular top with folding handle over rectangular beveled glass escapement. The four beveled glass sides are held by plain og...
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Neoclassical Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Fine, Elegant and very simple cylindrical lantern, gilt bronze with curved glass panels. 4 lights. France, circa 1930. Dimensions: Height 37 1/2" Diameter 14" CW5325
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1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

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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