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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
French Neoclassical Console Table w/Expandable-Top that Doubles, 19th C.
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassical carved-wood console table, with expandable flip-top, from the 19th century. This antique table from France has a rectangular-shaped top that can be flipped and ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Wood

19th Century Italian Mojalica Monumental Urn
Located in Nashville, TN
Monumental Italian Majolica porcelain figural floor urn. Decorated throughout with hand painted Classical Greek scenery. Two figural fawns on the opposing handles. Fine wear and crac...
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1880s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Porcelain

French Antique Silver-Gilt and Onyx Cane
Located in London, GB
French antique silver-gilt and onyx cane French, c. 1900 Height 88cm, diameter 2.5cm Superbly crafted in late 19th century France, this exquisite cane exemplifies superior craftsm...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

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Onyx, Vermeil

Italian Sculpture 19th century bust in marble
Located in Milano, IT
This extraordinary 19th-century marble bust is a sublime example of classical sculpture, enriched with fascinating realism. The artisan skillfully breathed life into the marble, capt...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble

Pair Generous Italian Neoclassical Style Bleached Fruitwood Bergere /Armchairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair Generous Italian Neoclassical Style Bleached Fruitwood Bergere/Armchairs  Italy, 20th century  A pair of beautiful Italian Neoclassical-style Bergere Armchairs, crafted in the ...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

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Fruitwood

19th French Century Signed Samson Porcelain
Located in Roma, IT
19th French Century Signed Samson Porcelain Beautiful and rare hand-decorated porcelain bowl from the famous Edmé Samson manufacture (b Paris, 1810; d Paris, 1891). Displays the ori...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Porcelain

Antique Neoclassical Figural Marble Lamp with Tole Bouillotte Shade
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique neoclassical figural marble lamp with tole Bouillotte shade. Additional information: Materials: Marble, Tole Color: Antique White Perio...
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble

Dos Gallos Studio Custom Round Edna Table with Drawer and Shelf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dos Gallos Studio custom Edna side table with drawer and shelf. Can be made in any size in a variety of finishes. As shown here with a #1 w...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

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Mahogany, Oak, Walnut

Mid-20th Century Wedgwood Blue and White Jasperware Neoclassical Candlesticks
Located in Worcester Park, GB
This elegant pair of vintage candlesticks by Wedgwood is crafted in the brand’s signature blue and white Jasperware, a timeless ceramic known for its matte finish and classical desig...
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20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

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Stoneware

Large oval tole tray with Neoclassical motifs. French c1805
Located in London, GB
A large oval tole tray, the scarlet ground richly decorated with Neoclassical motifs, the central panel with a bizarre allegorical subject of a wild creature, protecting a boy in a s...
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Early 1800s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Tin

Billiard/Pool Table Light
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Extraordinary Billiard Chandelier, having solid turned bronze frame and Tiffany style shades (the shades are of a later manufacture). Dimensions: Height 75" (can be shortened) Wi...
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1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Late 18th Century Delft Blue & White Charger
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Late 18th century Delft blue & white Charger. Decorated with central kylin or dragon motif - forked tongue lion paw feet, dragon body & head. Interesting confluence of Chinese & Japa...
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Late 18th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Delft

Pair of silver plated champagne buckets ornated on the handles with lion faces.
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of champagne buckets ornated on the handles with lion faces is made of silver-plated . This is a French work. Circa 1970
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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Silver Plate

Beacon Hill Collection Neo-Classical Style Fruitwood Cabinet by Kaplan Furniture
By Kaplan Furniture
Located in Kennesaw, GA
I love this for two reasons….the attention to detail for which Kaplan Furniture was known, and the size. This piece is not monstrously large as are many contemporary pieces, which makes it very versatile. It could work from dining to office to bath to foyer! Note the dental molding and Greek key apron! This is a breakfront from the Beacon Hill Collection...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

French Neoclassical Period Fireplace Andirons or Firedogs, Early 19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
French Neoclassical Period Andirons or Firedogs. Early 19th Century, made of wrought iron. The condition is good.
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Vintage Frederic Remington Buffalo Horse Sculpture
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Frederic Remington Buffalo Horse Sculpture Accent your living room or office with this unique sculpture of a cowboy wrestling with a horse and a buffalo by Frederic Remingto...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

Collection of Three 19th Century Ironstone Water Pitchers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These three white 19th century ironstone water pitchers are great to use for vases of flowers or just display with your ironstone collection. All in mint condition.
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19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Ironstone

Pair of Italian Carved Neoclassical Style Lamps with Parchment Shades
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Italian neoclassical style painted carved wood candlesticks that have been wired into lamps with drip wax candle accent. The lamps are crowned with custom hand painted parchm...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Paint, Wood

Antique American Student Converted Twin Oil Lamp By Bradley & Hubbard 1800's
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Antique American Student Converted Twin Oil Lamp By Bradley & Hubbard 1800's The Bradley & Hubbard Manufacturing Company (1852–1940) was formed in Meriden, Connecticut, and over th...
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Mid-19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pillowcase Made from a 19th C. American Linen Coverlet
Located in Istanbul, TR
Jacquard Coverlets occupy an important place in American material culture. They were used as bed covers , and they are reversible. Pillowcase does not come with an insert. Linen in ...
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19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Linen

Large Simple Neoclassical Danish Mahogany Armoire, ca 1790
Located in Jesteburg, DE
A very impressive and simple late 18th century linen cupboard or armoire of pleasing proportions and a good, authentic finish to the Mahogany, not too shiny or to distressed, retaining its original giltbronze mounts. This would work equally well as a bar cabinet of TV trunk...
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1790s Danish Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Mahogany

French Neoclassical Period 1800s Painted Wood Console Table with Marble Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French neoclassical period painted wood console table from the early 19th century, with marble top, carved apron and fluted legs. Born in ...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble

Pair of Venetian Neoclassical Hand Painted Commodes
Located in London, Park Royal
A pair of Venetian commodes, hand painted in the Neoclassical style featuring fine scroll work in hues of brick pinks, yellow ochres, olive g...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Late 19th Century Neoclassic Style Painted Chest Of Drawers
Located in Westport, CT
This lovely painted Neoclassic style chest comprised of three long drawers and finishing on chunky splayed legs is adorned with a harmonious Greek key design in a very warm toned and...
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1890s German Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Pine

English Georgian Neoclassical Sterling Silver Teapot, 1792
Located in New York, NY
English Georgian Neoclassical sterling silver teapot, 1792. Fluted oval with straight sides and truncated ends; tapering and rectilinear s-scroll spout and capped and high-looping st...
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1790s British Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Regency Brown Jordan “Venetian” Cast Aluminum Lounge Vhairs - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A pinnacle of luxury outdoor furniture, this exquisite pair of "Venetian" lounge chairs by the renowned American maker Brown Jordan defines timeless elegance. The chairs showcase a g...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

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Aluminum

Pair of White Venetian Nightstands with Marble Top and Crest Handpainted Motifs
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Cream White Neoclassic nightstands with beautiful light green marble top. The tables have a gilt wood decoration in crest and legs... an so ...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Pair of French Provincial Neoclassical Tole Lamps with Swan Handles and Paw Feet
Located in Middleburg, VA
A graceful pair of French Provincial lamps, originally crafted as oil lamps in Provence circa 1800 and later expertly converted for electricity. Fashioned from painted tole, these ur...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass, Bronze, Ormolu

Neo-Classical Style Satinwood William Switzer Game Table Side Chairs, S/4
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a handsome set of neo-classical style satinwood side chairs by William Switzer out of Canada. The frames are in great shape but the vintage upholstery is not. They are except...
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Late 20th Century Canadian Neoclassical Furniture

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Upholstery, Satinwood

French 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Mahogany Center Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most elegant French 19th century Neo-Classical st. mahogany center table. The table is raised by fine circular tapered legs with ormolu sabots and their original casters. Above eac...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Ormolu

1950s Mid-Century Alabaster Stone Vase
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A midcentury Italian stone vase in hand-carved alabaster. Discover timeless elegance with this exquisite midcentury Italian alabaster vase, a masterpiece of craftsmanship and design...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alabaster

Art Deco Alabaster Urn Uplighter Table Lamp, White Color France, circa 1960
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Sculptural alabaster Art Deco period urn table lamp with neoclassical design, France, 1960s. This elegant carved alabaster neoclassical 'uplighter' urn lamp will be a nice addition p...
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Alabaster

Baker Neoclassical French Empire Mahogany Sideboard Buffet Server Bar Credenza
Located in Countryside, IL
Baker Neoclassical French Empire Mahogany Sideboard Buffet Server Bar Credenza This credenza measures: 72 wide x 19 deep x 32.25 inches high We take our photos in a controlled ligh...
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Early 2000s American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Italian Neoclassical Giltwood Mirrors
Located in Essex, MA
Each crest with ostrich plume and pair of exotic birds flanked by two handled urns over a mirror plate with outer mirror bands, the base with leaf swag flanked by leaf pendants. Thes...
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Early 1800s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Giltwood

Barclay Butera for Baker Furniture Co. Leather & Suede Wingback Chairs, Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of leather and suede wingback chairs designed by Barclay Butera for Baker Furniture Company. They are in very good condition with lite wear. They are marked and date t...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique Russian Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze and Crystal Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A Large Unique Antique Russian Neoclassical gilt bronze, crystal and blue glass chandelier of fine craftsmanship embellished with cut crystal prisms, crystal chains and a central blue cobalt glass dish...
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Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Neoclassical Style Carved Italian Carrara Marble Female Torso Statues - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Neoclassical Style Carved Italian Carrara Marble Female Torso Statues - (Pair) with great detail and precise carvings. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 39" H x 9.5" W ...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

Bronze and Porcelain Jewelry Box, Porcelain Plaques Painted by Johner
By Johner
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Bronze and porcelain jewelry box. Porcelain plaques painted by Johner. Neoclassical style. Vienna, circa 1900.
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Early 20th Century Austrian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Neo-Classical Carved Grand Tour Style Gilt Tole Wall Sconces By Palladio - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of Italian neo-classical style carved giltwood and tole wall sconces by Palladio. They have mail and female facing intaglio inspired busts. Each sconce has a gilded ur...
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1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

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

Materials

Brass

Silver over Bronze 3 Light Billiard Light
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Fine Silver over Bronze Billiard or Counter Light featuring 3 Tiffany style Shades. France, Circa 1980. Dimensions: Height 66" Width 62" D...
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Late 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Contemporary Italian Hand Coloured Antique English Mansions Vase Print 4 of 5
Located in Scandicci, Florence
Very original reproductions of decorative vases from important English mansions, printed on a hand press on 100% cotton engraving paper. Completely handpainted with a cream wash, umb...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paper

Pair of Vintage Neoclassical French Porcelain Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Vintage White Porcelain Neoclassical table lamps. Striking pair of Urn shaped lamps with figural handles. The top has a solid...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Equestrian Gilt Bronze Ormolu Statuette of Charles l Horseback Riding 19th C
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Equestrian Gilt Bronze Ormolu Statuette of Charles l Horseback Riding A gilt ormolu bronze with bright original golden patina depiction of Charles 1st ho...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Neoclassical Period French Console w/Original White Marble Top & Finish
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassical console table, with original finish and marble, from the early 19th century. This antique table from France has rectangular-shaped white marble top (with subtly...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble

Antique Italian Neoclassical Louis XVI Petite Giltwood Bergeres, Armchairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Italian neoclassical Louis XVI Petite Giltwood Bergeres ~ Armchairs are the perfect choice for cozy seating groups, bedrooms, or anywhere a surprisingly comfortable seat with...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Giltwood

Brass and cast iron umbrella stand. French. Circa 1900
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice umbrella stand is made of brass with a cast iron and zinc base. This is a French work. Circa 1900
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass, Iron

Italian Red Tole & Neoclassical Gilt Medallion Tea Canister Lamp, Circa 1950s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Italian Red Tole & Neoclassical Gilt Medallion Tea Canister Lamp, Circa 1950 This Italian red tole tea canister lamp is a striking example of neoclassical design, featuring an elega...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of Neoclassical Style Brass Side Tables Attributed to Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant pair of neoclassical style side tables is made of brass with fluted legs and glass shelves. This is a French work attributed to Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Rene Drouet Style French Bronze Coffee Cocktail Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fantastic French bronze coffee or cocktail table made in the manner of Rene Drouet. Constructed in the neoclassical taste featuring an x form base with decorative loops centered by a...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Continental Carved Neoclassical Grey Painted Shield Mirror
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Continental carved neoclassical grey painted shield mirror, with inset 28" x 42" mirror.
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20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Neoclassical Empire Style Rectangular Gueridon Table, Nickeled with Mirror Top
Located in Montreal, Quebec
A classic neoclassical French Empire style nickeled Gueridon table with mirror top is supported by slender bronze legs with paw feet. ...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Nickel

Pair of French Neoclassical-Style Giltwood Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of French Neoclassical-Style Giltwood Armchairs Country: France Materials: Carved Gold-Leaf Wood, New Alpaca Mohair Condition: Newly Reupholstered, New Alpaca Mohair Style: ...
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alpaca

Centerpiece 'Atlantes' Bronze, Marble and Glass
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Centerpiece (Atlantes) bronze, marble and glass materials: portore marble, gilt bronze and glass Origin Italy circa 1930 neoclassical perfect condi...
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1930s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Italian Bronze Neoclassical Style Caryatid & Atlas Dining or Work Table
Located in Southampton, NJ
An unusual Italian bronze dining table depicting four supporting Caryatid & Atlas figures with outstretched arms suspending a floating glass top. Base measurements 60" x 32" x 30" H,...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Venetian Neoclassical style Hand Painted Commode
Located in London, Park Royal
A Late 19th Century Venetian commode, hand painted in the Neoclassical style featuring fine scroll work in hues of brick pinks, yellow ochres, olive greens and blues on an old white ...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

1920's Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces with Gilt Ditales
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell silver plated double light sconces with gilt details
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

French 'Pillars of Freedom' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C.
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Early 19th century French Neoclassical Period fireback with two pillars of freedom. The pillars symbolize the value liberty, one of the three values of the French revolution. The fi...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

18th Century Louis XVI Marquetry Commode or Chest of Drawers with Tulipwood
Located in Miami, FL
18th century Louis XVI marquetry commode or chest of drawers with tulipwood inlay veneer and oak and pine as secondary wood.
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18th Century Spanish Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

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

Materials

Marble, Wrought Iron

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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