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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.

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Style: Neoclassical
Period: 1940s
Pair of Brass Side Tables Attributed to Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant pair of side tables with 2 tiers are made of brass and fluted legs. 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

Pair of Neoclassical Style Brass Chairs attributed to Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and decorative pair of neoclassical style chairs is made of brass with a Royal blue velvet seat. This is a French work by Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

1940's Neoclassical style/ Hollywood Regency Walnut w/ Mirror Hall Console Table
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Stunning 1940's Neoclassical style/ Hollywood Regency Mirrored Hall Console Table. Mirror top and mirrored and brass trim. Beautiful wood framed. Palm Beach Estate acquisition.
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1940s North American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Wood

Charming Neoclassical Style Side Table with Drawer
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A very elegant neoclassical style side table having light brown wood offset with ebonized and painted sections as well as gold leaf. There are stunning X's on the front and back, ele...
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Wood

Weiman Legged Neoclassical Style White Marble Wood Brass Coffee Table
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Indulge in the timeless elegance of this exquisite marble 8 legged coffee table, dating back to the 1940s. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this piece showcases a stunnin...
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1940s European Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble, Brass

A French Iron and Gilt Floor Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Of columnar form with bold gilt reeding articulated with gilt collars; on four downswept legs; mounted with a single bulb socket and harp.
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass, Iron

Brass Faux-Bamboo Magazine Rack by Maison Baguès
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant faux-bamboo magazine rack is made of brass with clear glass panels on each side. The quality is really nice. This is a French work by Maison Baguès. Circa ...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

S. Kirk & Son Sterling Silver Ruffled Rim Oval Celery Relish Tray, circa 1940s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sterling silver celery or relish tray by S. Kirk & Son, circa 1940s. An oval tray with a ruffled rim. Marked: S. Kirk & Son, Sterling 170. Measures: 7...
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Sterling Silver

Pair of Neoclassical Brushed Steel & Brass Floor Lamp In the Style of M. Charles
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and unusual pair of neoclassical style floor lamps is made of brushed steel and brass with hunting horns. This is a French work in the style of Maison Charles. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass, Steel

Elegant Neoclassical Bronze and Velvet Sofa by Jacques Quinet, France 1948.
Located in Brussels, BE
Neoclassical bronze sofa recently reupholstert in rust color velvet ( City velvet collection CarluccI - JAB ), feat cushions, two bolsters available. Designed by Jaques Quinet-Franc...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Neoclassical Style Round Coffee Table with Brass and White Carrara Marble Top
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style round coffee table is made of mahogany with Carrara marble top surrounded by an openwork brass gallery. The pedestal table has 2 drawers and 2 leather-trimmed...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Pair, Aladdin Cast Glass Table Lamps
Located in Berkeley, CA
Trend setters predict "Granny-Chic" is the next big thing. These lovey table lamps would put you dead on point. Made by the world acclaimed oil lamp company, Aladdin out Chicago, jus...
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Glass

1940's French Neoclassical Maison Bagues Bronze Documented Table Lamp
Located in Opa Locka, FL
c1940's French Neoclassical style Maison Bagues Signed and Documented Bronze Palm Table Lamp. Heavy high quality lamp!
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

French Empire-Style Mirrored Sconce, circa 1940
Located in Austin, TX
French Empire style sconce with convex mirror, two arrows, and gold stars, circa 1940. Rewired for USA with two sockets, 25W bulbs included.
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Metal

Pair of Brass Side Tables with Smoked Glass Shelves In the style of Maison Janse
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of neoclassical style side tables is made of brass with smoked glass shelves. This is a French work In the style of Maison Jansen. Circa 1940.
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Pair of Grosfield House Walnut Cafe Tables
Located in Asheville, NC
This pair of Grosfield House tables are raised on square bases with carved volutes and egg and dart molding. Square fluted shaft supports a square top with carved rope molding around...
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Gold

Neoclassical Style Brass and Wood Valet on Casters
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style valet is made of brass and wood with tripode base on casters. This is a French work. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Pair of Giltwood Urn Neoclassical Style Lamps w/ Parchment Shades
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Italian gilt-wood Neoclassical style urn lamps with hand painted parchment shades. The lamp bases are styled like classical urns with elaborate scrollwork and ornate detailin...
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1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Giltwood

Faux-Bamboo Bronze Magazine Rack by Maison Baguès
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This faux-bamboo magazine rack is made of bronze with blueish glass panels on each side. This is a French work by Maison Baguès. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

French Neoclassical Style Brass Magazine Rack with Dolphin Heads, Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style magazine rack is made of brass with dolphin heads. This is a work by famous French Designer Maison Jansen, circa 1940.    
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Neoclassical motif chandelier
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Neoclassical motif chandelier featuring gilt metal foliate arms, crystal beads, etched and frosted glass shade and medallion details.
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Metal

Neoclassical style brass chandelier decorated with pearl garlands. French work.
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice neoclassical style chandelier is made of brass and decorated with pearl garlands. This is a French work. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Pair of silver plated side tables with fluted legs attributed to Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant pair of side tables is made of silver plated on brass with 2 tiers and fluted legs. 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

French 1940s Ebonized Dining Table
Located in Buchanan, NY
This elegant circular French 1940s neoclassical style mahogany veneered dining table features graceful tapered legs on brass sabots and it is has been recently refinished in a rich d...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Mahogany

Mahogany and Brass Two Tiers Center Table, This is a French Work by Hugnet Sign
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice neoclassical style two tiers center table is mad of mahogany and brass. This is a French work by Hugnet (signed), circa 1940.
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Neoclassical Style Brass Floor Lamp in the Style of Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant neoclassical style floor lamp is made of brass with a black shade, gilt inside. This is a French Work in the style of Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Mahogany Neoclassical pedestal table
Located in Pasadena, TX
This Mahogany tri pod fluted pedestal table has 3 columns supporting the top with a brass gate atop and caps on the feet. The dimensions of th...
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Crystal Cut with Silver-plate Wayer Jug
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage water jug in cut crystal with silverplate handle and cover.
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Crystal

Vintage American Penny Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage American Penny carpet from the second quarter of the 20th century. American Penny rugs are often used as decorative coverings for beds, tables, dre...
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Wool

Vintage American Penny Rug
Vintage American Penny Rug
$960 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Brass and Black Velvet Nightstand Valet, Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant nightstand valet is made of brass and black velvet. 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

Signed Maison Charles "Eagle" Lamp
Located in Miami, FL
Superb Maison Charles lamp, bronze eagle, original bronze shade. Three lights, 60 watts per light. US rewired and in working condition.
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Signed Maison Charles "Eagle" Lamp
Signed Maison Charles "Eagle" Lamp
$3,476 Sale Price
41% Off
Lion Feet Bronze Neo Classical Floor Lamp Attributed to Arbus, France 1940's
Located in New York, NY
Rare patinated bronze lamp floor. Attributed to André Arbus. Height adjustable from 45" to 59" excluding shade. Shade for showing purposes only. ...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

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

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Brass

Signed Maison Charles Bronze & Black Marble Eagle Table Lamp Neoclassical France
Located in Miami, FL
Superb Maison Charles table lamp stunning handmade hammered bronze eagle like a Trophy mounted on a Black Marble Pedestal. US rewired and in working condition. It takes three regula...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Belgian Black Marble, Metal, Bronze

Neoclassical Style Steel, Brass and Grilling Fireplace Screen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice and elegant neoclassical style fireplace screen is made of steel, brass and grilling. This fireguards has 3 panels decorated with a laurel wreath in the central part. This ...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass, Steel

Neoclassical Style Wood and Brass Side Table or Night Stand By Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This elegant neoclassical style side table or night stand is made of wood and brass. This is a French work in the Style of Maison Jansen. Circa 1940.
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Neoclassical French Pewter Chandelier with Six Arms in Louis XV style.
Located in Houston, TX
This chandelier is a little bit unusual but we find it very unique charming. I do not find many like this. It has been wired in the US and certainly has a nice classic appeal.
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Pewter

Rectangular Well & Tree Silver Plated Serving Tray by Sheridan Silver Company
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Tree and Well silver plated trays were generally used for roast meats, however, they are ideally suited for ham, turkey, chicken, etc. This particular tray by Sheridan Silver Compan...
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Silver Plate

1940s Neoclasical Brass Sconces Attributed to André Arbus
Located in London, GB
The 1940s set of four wall lights attributed to André Arbus (1903-1969) in gilded brass and mahogany. Mahogany support with fluted brass base, from which three arms of light rise, en...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Elegant Pair of Marble Top French Neoclassical Ebonized Night Stands
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Pair of antique classic elegant neoclassical marble top French nightstands, bedside tables or side tables. A pretty pair of French, inlaid, three-drawer nightstands with marble tops ...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

Neoclassical Style Silvered Metal Chandelier by Maison Charles
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice neoclassical style metal chandelier. This is a French work by Maison Charles. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Metal

Four Edward Wormley Precedent by Drexel Dining Chairs 239-4 8 Available
Located in Pasadena, TX
Edward Wormley designed for Precedent Side Chairs series 239-4 in 1947, neoclassical area. Set of 4 dining chairs, solid wood construction, natural finish. 8 available
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Wood

Neoclassical Style Coat Rack. French work. Circa 1940
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant neoclassical style coat rack is all made of brass. This is a French work. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Bronze and Crystal Chandelier in the Style of Maison Baguès
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This chandelier is made of bronze and crystal. It has a very nice shap and is very elegant. This is a French work in the style of Maison Baguès...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Crystal, Bronze

Neoclassical style brass nesting tables with arcuate base. French work
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice neoclassical style nesting tables with arcuate base is made of brass with clear glass shelves. This is a French work. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Small Neoclassical Style Crystal Lamp, French Work, circa 1940
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant small neoclassical style lamp is made of crystal. This is a French work, circa 1940.
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Crystal

Neoclassical Style Mahogany, Brass and Gilt Metal Base Tripod Gueridon, French
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style tripode gueridon is made of mahogany, brass and gilt metal. This is a French work, circa 1940.
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Metal

Handsome Pair of Black Granite Urn Shaped Lamps
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Two very substantial heavy masculine lamps having classic urn shaped bases in black granite that rest on black lacquer plinths. Brass double sockets and...
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Granite

Pair of Neoclassical Style Bronze and Wrought IronAndirons with Lions Faces. F
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of neoclassical style andirons is made of bronze and wrought iron. These firedogs have lion faces medallions. This is a French work, circ...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze, Wrought Iron

Round Brass Gueridon with Three Glass Shelves. French work by Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice round three tiers gueridon is made of chiseled brass with decorations and three glass shelves surrounded by brass circles ornated with palms. This is a French work by ...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

French Iron Coffee Table with Travertine Marble Top
Located in Buchanan, NY
This hand-polished wrought iron coffee table features an original travertine top, reminiscent of the style of Gilbert Poillerat. Originating from France in the 1940s, this coffee tab...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble, Travertine, Iron

André Arbus Bronze & Black Hand Two-Arm Sconce Wall Light Neoclassical, Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Very elegant pair of André Arbus French bronze neoclassical black hand sconce with two arms, wall light with black & gold paper shades. Priced by pair. US rewiring and each takes 2...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass, Bronze

Robert Pansart Neoclassical Mirror
Located in Dronten, NL
Neoclassical mirror with eglomised mirror glass frame decorated in gold designed by Robert Pansart. Robert Pansart was a French furniture designer and d...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Mirror, Wood

Neoclassical Brass Magazine Rack, French Attributed to Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant neoclassical stye magazine rack is all made of brass. This is a French work attributed to famous French designer Maison Jansen. Circa 1940.
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Neoclassical Style Silvered Metal Shelves Unit in the Style Of Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style shelves unit is made of silvered metal with tainted glass. 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

Neoclassical style brass bottles holder in the style of Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice neoclassical style bottles holder is made of brass on a wooden base. This is a French work in the style of Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Neoclassical style brass and clear glass magazine rack, Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant neoclassical style magazine rack is made of brass and clear glass. This is a French work by Maison Jansen. Circa 1940.
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Fancy Tall French Neoclassical Pedestal or Plant Stand with Marble Top
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Lovely elongated tall Stand for a plant or objet d'arte having fancy giltwood and round marble inset top.
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble

Pair French 1940s Neo-classic arrow shaped brass wall lamps
Located in Milan, IT
Pair French 1940s Neo-classic arrow-shaped brass wall lamps carries two lights per lamp.
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Brass Bottles Holder with Claw Feet, Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This bottles holder is made of brass. This is a very straight and simple design with claw feet and finials that can received 6 bottles. This is a French work by Maison Jansen. Circa ...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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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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