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
1920s Caldwell Bronze 6 Lights Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell 6 lights chandelier with brown patinated finish
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
1900s Large Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces with flower design
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1900’s Caldwell silver plated sconces, unusual flowers design and large size
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
1920's Caldwell Neoclassic Silver Plated Sconces with Grapes
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell neoclassic style silver plated engraved sconces with two lights. Grapes on shield design
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
Parquet Center Hall Table Neoclassical Elements
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Beautifully carved wooden center or entry table with intricate Parquet top surface. The stretchers with acanthus detail topped off with wonderful finial. Legs feature male busts ato...
Category
20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Midcentury Neoclassical Italian Loveseat with Exquisite Inlay
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A lovely and well-proportioned inlaid sofa or loveseat with straight back and sides, graceful lined tapered legs in mahogany embellished with inlays of berries, delicate flowers and...
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
French Neoclassical Style Mahogany Brass Mounted Low Chest / Commode
Located in Germantown, MD
An exquisite two drawer French Neoclassical Style Mahogany Brass Mounted Low Chest or Commode in goof vintage condition. Rare french handles and smooth drawers. Measures 33" in widh...
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20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Lacquered Mirror with Chinese Scenes in the style of Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice mirror is made of an old mercury mirror surrounded by a wooden frame beautifully lacquered and gilding with Chinese scenes. This is a French work in the style of Maiso...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Set of 6 Antique 19th Century Cut Glass Champagne Flutes Attributed to Bakewell
By Bakewell, Page & Bakewell
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of 6 antique cut glass champagne flutes.
Each having starcut bases supporting knop stems and fluted strawberry and fan cut tops....
Category
19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Glass, Cut Glass
1960-1970’s Neoclassic Rocking Chair by Lee Woodard Metal Frame & Striped Velvet
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Neoclassic rocking chair by Lee Woodard comprised of a metal frame with an antiqued bronze finish and purposed hammered ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
Postmodern Demilune Floor Vase Neoclassical
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Large unique neoclassical plaster floor vase. Fluted tapered design with a textural finish.
Curbside to NYC/Philly $400
Category
1980s Unknown Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Plaster
Small Table Leaf Wood, Walnut Canaletto Top, Metal Base 24KT Gold Finish, Italy
Located in Treviso, Treviso
VG furniture represent luxury in terms of exclusivity, distinction and high quality. They are the result of sophisticated and exclusive Design with a strong identity and are the outc...
Category
2010s Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
Large Pair Of Polished Steel English Urns On Stands
Located in Bradenton, FL
Pair of elegant English Polished Steel Urns on stands. Urns have stunning details and are formed of polished steel, sitting on tall steel stands. ...
Category
19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Steel
19th Century French Napoleon III Oval Coffee Table
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Napoleon III Oval Coffee Table is a timeless design, combining the traffic-friendly oval table top with a sturdy "X" shaped leg structure connected to the top wit...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Oak
Pair of Italian Neoclassicalal Painted and Parcel-Gilt Urns on Pedestals
Located in New York, NY
PAIR of Italian Neo-classic (19th Century) pilasters /pedesals having ablack painted urn with gold painted and parcel-gilt swag and trim mounted on faux white painted marble pedestal...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Oval Burl and Mahogany Coffee Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Neoclassic style oval mahogany and burl veneer inlaid cocktail table, the oval top with two opposing end drawers, verdigris brass handles and a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Early 19th Century Oil Painting of Jesus on Copper Panel.
Located in Braintree, GB
Early 19th Century Oil Painting of Jesus on Copper Panel.
Presented is an early 19th-century artwork, meticulously rendered with oil on a copp...
Category
Early 1800s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Copper
Small Table Leaf Wood, Silver Leaf Top, Metal Base 24KT Gold Finish, Italy
Located in Treviso, Treviso
VG furniture represent luxury in terms of exclusivity, distinction and high quality. They are the result of sophisticated and exclusive Design with a strong identity and are the outc...
Category
2010s Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
Vintage Neoclassical Low Relief Gold Toned Rectangular Mirror Beveled Glass 33"
Located in Dayton, OH
An ornate Neoclassical style mirror from the last half of the 20th century. Features a low relief raised frame with foliate and vine motif. The mirror can be used horizontal or ver...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Giltwood
1920's Caldwell Small Mirror Sconces with 2 lights
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze double lights sconces with mirrored back plated
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Extraordinary Pair Of Antique Of Neoclassical Style Barley Twist Console Tables
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An antique Neoclassical Style pair of antique console tables with classic form and superb presentation. Pair of ebonized and gilt consol...
Category
19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble
1920's Caldwell Silver plated Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell silver plated double light sconces
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Giltwood Neoclassical Style Italian Urn Lamps C. 1930
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Italian Neoclassical style giltwood urn lamps with carved acanthus leaves. The urns sit on plinth bases. The lamps are both in working condition.
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Giltwood
Pair of Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Walnut Pedestal Cabinets
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Walnut Pedestal Cabinets
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Antique 19th Century Portrait Painting of Boston Gentleman in Period Gilt Frame
Located in Atlanta, GA
A sensitive and beautifully painted 19th century portrait of a Boston Gentleman. He is distinctly attired in a black coat with a high collared white shirt. His eyes are large and emo...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood, Paint
Set of Six Italian Hand Wrought Silver Steel Dining Armchairs
Located in Bradenton, FL
Set of six wonderful Italian hand wrought brushed steel armchairs. Each chair has a matte silver patina with elegant curved backs and arms. Wrought steel continues into a uniquely w...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron, Steel
Pair of French Specimen Stone, Micromosaic and Gilt Bronze Gueridons
Located in London, GB
Pair of French specimen stone, micromosaic and gilt bronze gueridons
French, 20th Century
Height 68cm, diameter 33cm
A gueridon is a furniture type in the form of an ornate table o...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Marble, Ormolu
Pair 1920's Caldwell Gilt Bronze Sconces with Cherub
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell double light sconces with cherub atop
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
1950s Vintage Solid Brass Fireplace Tools with Duck Heads, French Maison Jansen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1950s Vintage fireplace tools in solid polished brass with duck heads, French, five-pieces, fire tool set features a polished brass metal frame and four tools with duck head handles....
Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique Small Marble Neoclassical Pedestal
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique small marble Neoclassical pedestal is the ideal choice for displaying a small sculpture, vase, or objet d'art. It's also a good choice as a riser ...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble
1900's Gilt Bronze Caldwell 8 lights Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900's Caldwell gilt bronze 8 lights chandelier
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Neoclassical Painted Doors with Arabesque Designs, ca. 1800
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Neoclassical Painted Doors with Arabesque Designs, ca. 1800
Category
Early 1800s Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Pair of Exquisite 19th C. Neoclassical Style Mahogany Recamiers
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A very fine pair of Diminutive Neoclassical Style Recamiers. The square curved legs ending in brass paw capped feet on casters. Custom upholstered in a brown and ecru silky stripe. E...
Category
19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Custom Made Metal Vanity or Desk by BH&A
Located in Sheffield, MA
Custom made and designed by us. this versatile modern and traditional styled piece can be used as end table, vanity, desk or dressing table. Table has distressed metal top insert and a drawer. Matching vanity stool available. Can work well in neoclassica, Hollywood Regency, neoclassical revival or modern setting. Size and finish to your specifications.
Check with us for quote for other top inserts.
Matching custom vanity stool...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Victorian Neoclassical-Style Sterling Silver Corinthian Column Candlesticks
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful pair of Victorian Period, neoclassical-style, sterling silver Corinthian column candlesticks, made in the city of Sheffield, England, year-hallmarked for 1898, Hawksworth, ...
Category
1890s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Set of Four 19th Century Upholstered Walnut X-frame Stools
Located in London, GB
Set of four 19th century upholstered walnut X-frame stools
Italian, c. 1840
Height 53cm, width 49cm, depth 40cm
Wonderfully made in Italy in around 1840, this set of four X-frame ...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Textile, Wood, Walnut
1920's Neoclassic Caldwell Mirror Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell neoclassic style 2 lights bronze sconces with etched mirror backplate
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
1920’s Caldwell Brown patina Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s brown patina Caldwell double light sconces
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
1920's Neoclassic Style Gilt Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1920's gilt bronze neoclassic style double light sconces
Category
1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Pair Of Italian Neoclassic Painted Commodes
Located in Essex, MA
With square faux marble tops over a door and raised on square tapered legs.
Category
1790s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Pine
Pair of Lead Garden Planters
By Robert Adam
Located in Faversham, GB
A fabulous pair of lead urns based on the design of the British Georgian architect Robert Adam.
Neoclassical in design with fluted decoration to the sides and base.
The urns are he...
Category
Early 20th Century British Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Lead
1920s Caldwell Nickel Plated Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920’s neoclassic Caldwell light fixture with interior light
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Nickel
1920's Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces with two lights
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's silver plated Caldwell sconces with two lights
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Polished Contemporary Brass and Bordeaux Glazed Ceramic Lamps
Located in Lomita, CA
This pair of baluster lamps has a graceful vase-style silhouette. The pair came directly from the showroom floor. of a recent auction. They are ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Small Table Leaf Wood, Walnut Canaletto Top, Base in Metal Corten Finish, Italy
Located in Treviso, Treviso
VG furniture represent luxury in terms of exclusivity, distinction and high quality. They are the result of sophisticated and exclusive Design with a strong identity and are the outc...
Category
2010s Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
1920s Large Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces with thee lights
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s large Caldwell silver plated sconces with 3 lights unusual size
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
1920's Caldwell Silver Plated Engraved Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell silver plated sconces
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
19th Century French Garden Urn in Cast Iron
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A superb example of a late 19th century garden urn, in the classical French style. This elegant planter features a heavy, cast-iron construction, drop ring handles, a raised pedestal base and an attractive, grey-laquered finish. ‘Feuilles d’eau’ adorn the rim, with gadrooning encircling the lower half. This would make an ideal focal point in a formal garden layout.
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Antique Lion Inkwell Desk Inkstand Napoleon French c1890
Located in Mimizan, FR
Antique Lion Inkwell Desk Inkstand French c1890
Handsome Lion
Bronze
Good condition with minor signs of wear for its age.
Category
1890s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Pair of 19th Century/2nd Empire Bronze Decorative Amphorae by F. Barbedienne
Located in North Miami, FL
Pair of 19th century/2nd Empire bronze decorative amphorae by Ferdinand Barbedienne
By: Ferdinand Barbedienne
Material: bronze, metal, copper
Technique: forged, gilt, metalwork, mol...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Copper, Metal, Bronze
Huge Minton Majolica Vase
By Minton
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1870, by Minton, England. A gorgeous example of English porcelain, this monumental vase is a Victorian Aesthetic movement tour de force. Majolica by Minton is known for its del...
Category
19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Pair 19th Century French Bronze Marly Horse Sculptures After Coustou
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 19th century French bronze marly horse statues after the original models by Guillaume Coustou (1677-1746).
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze
1900's Neoclassic Green and Gold Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900 Neoclassic style light fixture with Greek key design and interior lights
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Plaster
Vintage Alabaster Urn Lamp
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Vintage Italian Carved Alabaster Urn Form Lamp, mounted on a round lucite base. Newly wired with a 3-way socket.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Alabaster, Brass
1920s Mirror Sconces with Bronze Fittings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 1920’s mirrored back plate sconces with bronze fittings with two lights
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Italian Neoclassic Wall Plaque of Gilt Urn
Located in New York, NY
Italian Neoclassic (18th Century) gilt carved wood and metal wall plaque with a centered column and capital with an eminating scroll and cornicopia design
Condition: Fair Condition...
Category
18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Wrought Iron Console in the Neo-Classical Taste, 20th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Wrought iron console in the Neo-Classical taste, 20th century.
Wrought-iron console in the Neo-Classical style, without the marble, painted black, 20th century.
Dimensions: h: 88cm...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Stunning set Brass tilting Bath room mirrors 1970s France
Located in Den Haag, NL
Exclusive Set tilting Brass bath room wall Mirrors. Top quality . Beautiful Gold color . 1970s
no screws to see, solid Brass armature.
Please don't hes...
Category
1970s European Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Dennis and Leen Neoclassical Style Painted Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous pair of neoclassical style painted and parcel gilt armchairs crafted by Dennis and Leen, Los Angeles, CA. The chairs feature a square back with patinated brass finials on th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American 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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