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: 1950s
Signed Oil on Board Painting by Artist Roger Hayward
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oil on board painting by artist Roger Hayward (1899-1979), depicting the entrance to a Victorian-style home as seen from the street below. With a wonderf...
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Pair of Brass Neoclassical Table Lamps
Located in Buchanan, NY
Introducing a well-made pair of American Neoclassical brass table lamps from the 1950s with an English brass finish, that have been recently rewired for optimal functionality. These ...
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Huge pair of Torchères by Maison Lancel
Located in Miami, FL
Incredible Maison Lancel sconces, very rare in that dimension 53 inches High.
US rewired and in working condition
Totally restored and refinished
100w max Bulb
Shade dimensions 14 di...
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Discobolus Sculpture, circa 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian sculpture -Discobolus is in Italy in our warehouse.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Resin
Neoclassical French Spear Double Sconces, 1950
Located in Paris, FR
Unique beautiful pair of Neoclassical Spear style two arm sconces from the mid-1950s in bronze, brass and matte black lacquered metal, with the symbols of the French nobility with t...
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Metal
Three Neoclassical Wrought Iron Garden Chairs sold individually
Located in Washington, DC
Set of three Neoclassical Wrought Iron Garden Chairs available for purchase individually. Arm Height 25 inches.
Category
1950s European Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Neoclassical Black Steel and Brass Coffee Table, circa 1950
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and rare neoclassical coffee table is made of black steel, bronze and brass with a glass shelf. This cocktail table is very elegant. This is a French work, circa 1950.
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Bronze
1950-1970' Pair of Coffee Table Maison Jansen
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of coffee table bronze and brass, amounts patina rifle barrel, characteristic of this brand, Maison Jansen.
Glass top and that of the bottom by black leather decorated with gol...
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Corner Display Cabinet in Walnut Polished to Wax
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1930s Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Italian corner display cabinet polished to wax. Bassano's Ebanistery manufacturen
Measures cm: H ...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Fine Italian Mid-Century Table Lamps by Seguso
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand blown, with a gold-dusted glass tulip shape shade mounted on a bronze base.
Original "SB/351 Murano Seguso Vetri d'Arte" label.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Unusual Tray Table in Brass with a Lacquer Tole Top, circa 1950
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This tray table is made of a folding brass base with a lacquer tole top with gilt geometrical decor. This is a French work, circa 1950.
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Oil on Canvas Pointillism Painting of Naked Women
Located in Palm Beach, FL
An oil on canvas pointillism painting of a naked women art class on Cape Cod. Signed by George Durant and dated '52, this is not a subject matter...
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Custom Made Neo-Classic English 12 Arm Wood and Iron Chandelier
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Custom made neo-classic French styled 12 arm goldtone wood and iron chandelier featuring a wood body with an iron chain and fixtures, circa 1950.
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Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Coffee Table Tray Lacquer of China Style Maison Baguès in Gilded Bronze
Located in Paris, FR
Coffee table in gilded bronze, top lacquer of china has decoration, bird, butterfly, the low part is shown solidarity by a spacer with circle in its center.
Everything is demountabl...
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Teal Green Fluted Leather Cased Table Lamp in the Style of Tommi Parzinger 1950s
Located in Camden, ME
Unusual neoclassic fluted teal green leather cased table lamp in the style of Tommi Parzinger.
Beautiful green dyed lambskin or goatskin leather covered lamp body that is fluted wi...
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Other, Brass
Coffee Table Tray Lacquer of China Style Maison Baguès in Gilded Bronze
Located in Paris, FR
Coffee table in bronze decoration, tray lacquer of China fits Napoleon 3, the low part is shown solidarity by a spacer with circle in its center.
Everything is demountable.
Easier ...
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Florentine Italian Sconces Carved Giltwood Neoclassical
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Florentine five-light elaborate sconces. Original Handcrafted in wood and covered in Gold Leaf finish.
In working condition, European Wiring and each take 5 E14 candelabra li...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
Pair of Maison Baguès Bronze Floor Lamp
Located in Miami, FL
Maison Baguès faux bamboo bronze tripod floor lamp.
54" H without shade.
Maison Baguès.
US wired and in working condition.
This ...
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Wonderful Regency Neoclassical Pair Urn Form Bronze Empire E.F. Caldwell Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
Wonderful Regency neoclassical pair of urn form and gilt bronze Empire style E.F. Caldwell two light wall sconces. Rewired with new sockets and ready to enjoy.
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
French Wall Sconces Polished Brass & Glass Jules Leleu Style - Pair 4 available
By Jules Leleu
Located in Miami, FL
French Neoclassical Polished Brass and Faceted Glass pair of Sconces, Wall lights in Jules Leleu style.
Priced by pair. We have 4 Pair available.
Pair with three arms available Stock...
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Large Decorative Chandelier in Wood and Gilded Iron, circa 1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Large decorative chandelier in wood and wood and gilded iron, circa 1950
Dimension with chain: H 140 cm.
Category
1950s European Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
French Louis XVI Style Granite Top Greek Key Center/Console Table
Located in Dallas, TX
French Louis XVI style console table with Greek key design. Black granite top over a narrow frieze decorated with a carved neoclassical Greek key pattern, supported by four tapered a...
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
1950 Credenza
Located in Milano, IT
Rectangular 1950 beechwood and parchment sideboard with brass fittings and bronze inserts, four large drawers, some signs of wear on the parchment (not paper), wood and metals in per...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Denim Leather Ottoman Footstool with Cabriole Legs
Located in New York, NY
Tufted leather ottoman with brass tack trim and carved cabriole, ball and claw foot legs. Manufactured by the "Classic Leather" furniture company. Clean, original, ready to use condi...
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Iron Neoclassical Style Étagère with Mirror Shelves
Located in New York, NY
1950s French iron neoclassical style etagere with five mirror shelves, gold ball feet and detail. Light age to mirror. Very good condition for age!
M...
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
Royal Copenhagen Vase with Gold Decoration, Trumpet-Shaped
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Royal Copenhagen vase with gold decoration. Trumpet-shaped.
Measures 26.5 x 17 cm.
Stamped.
1. factory quality, in perfect condition.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Wonderful Brushed Nickel Gilt Bronze Caldwell Neoclassical Regency Paw Foot Lamp
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Brushed Silver and Gilt Bronze Swag Neoclassical / Regency Paw Foot Lamp In The Manner Of E.F. Caldwell With Wreath Finial, Rewired And Ready To...
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Nickel, Bronze
French Neoclassical Style Bench
Located in Buchanan, NY
A French neoclassical-style bench with upholstered seat and nailhead detailing. Make any room grand with this exquisite neoclassical-style bench from France. The frame needs polishin...
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Upholstery
Pair of Gilt Metal and Rock Crystal Baguès Style Table Lamps
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of gilt metal and rock crystal Baguès style table lamps. Each having been recently rewired and with custom lamp shades. This stunning pair acqu...
Category
1950s Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Fine Pair of Large Scale Vintage Warren Kessler Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of magnificent lamps, by Warren Kessler, urn shape, cut with diamond pattern, raised on bronze plinth. Shown with shades (not included).
Stock ID: D5487
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Large Gilt Iron Floor Lamp with Bold Leaf Detail
Located in Buchanan, NY
Introducing an exceptional Spanish floor lamp from the 1950s, a unique piece that features a twisted stem and stylized leaf decorations on both the bobeche and tripod base, adding a ...
Category
1950s Spanish Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
1950 Pair of Statuary White Marble Sphinxes
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of winged sphinxes, heads of monkeys, bodies of female dragons, adorned with a wreath of flowers, white statuary marble, condition of use, old restorations, circa 1950, weight o...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble
Set of Six Neoclassical Chairs in Cherrywood, circa 1940
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Set of six neoclassical chairs in cherrywood, circa 1940.
Three different design on the wood.
Very good condition.
Category
1950s European Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Cherry
1950-1970 Pair of Golden Bronze or Brass Floor Lamps Maison Bagués Model Bamboo
Located in Paris, FR
Pair or similar floor lamps, good condition, circa 1950-1970, screwed elements
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Showcase Rosewood Design, 1950, Italian
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Showcase rosewood design 1950, Italian, very special cross-legged, brass parts.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Table Lamp by Roberto and Mito Block, 1950s
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Robert and Mito Block were born in France and migrated to Mexico in the late 1930s and worked through the 1970s. They were known for their neoclassical...
Category
1950s Mexican Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Convex Mirror with Eagle Wood Gilt with Golden-Leafed, 1950-1970
Located in Paris, FR
Mirror wood guilt 22-carat
1950-1970
Good condition
Mirror convex in the middle, measure: Height 97 cm, diameter 27 cm.
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Large Neoclassical Style Chandelier, circa 1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Large neoclassical style chandelier, circa 1950.
In steel and brass.
Illuminated by eight lights and one.
Category
1950s European Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Steel
Burmese Bronze Muscleman, Mid-20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A small bronze muscle man statue on a black wooden base.
Measures: 9 1/2" high x 4" diameter base.
Category
1950s Burmese Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Wonderful Pair of Brushed Silvered Bronze Filigree Neoclassical Caldwell Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful pair of large Caldwell brushed silvered bronze neoclassical oval filigree three-light sconces completely rewired with new candelabra sockets.
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Neoclassical Brass Sconces, circa 1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of neoclassical brass sconces, circa 1950.
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Neoclassical God and Goddess Pillar Table Lamps, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This pair of 1950s neoclassical style table lamps feature the busts of Greek gods mounted on the lower half of a lacquered Doric column. The figures are skillfully carved in wood and...
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
1950s Modern Neoclassical Gilt Metal Three Candle Sconces Barcelona
Located in Miami, FL
REDUCED FROM $975....Neoclassical in style, this pair of appliques or sconces feature an antiqued gilt finish and three branch arms with curling leaves, the arms ending in upturned c...
Category
1950s Spanish Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
Vintage American Hook Rug
Located in Atlanta, GA
This spectacular vintage American hook rug visually vibrates with a stunning myriad of colors and striped, checker-patterned weaves. The repeat patt...
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wool
Vintage Specimen Marble Coffee Table
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A vintage pietra dura specimen marble table top mounted on a new metal base.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Metal
Neoclassical Style Parcel Gilt Trumeau
Located in New York, NY
Cream painted parcel gilt mirror with urn and column detail.
Category
1950s Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Giltwood, Mirror
Custom Neoclassical Table with Original Finish by William Haines for Jack Warner
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This is an original custom made neoclassical table by Billy Haines for the Palm Springs home of Jack L Warner. The round table top's geometric desig...
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Concrete, Travertine, Metal
Large Neoclassical Desk Armchair, circa 1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Large neoclassical desk armchair, circa 1950.
To be revarnished and reupholstered.
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Signed Oil on Board Painting of a House by Artist Roger Hayward Circa 1957
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oil on board painting by artist Roger Hayward (1899-1979), depicting the entrance to a Victorian-style home as seen from the street below. With a wonderf...
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Elegant Chunky Pair of Gold Leaf Carved Wood Urn Shaped Objects
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Two symmetrical and dramatic gold leafed, carved wood, urn shaped objects sitting on feet. Made in Italy. Tony Duquette flair!
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
1950s Carved Giltwood Italian Neoclassical Style Gold and White Arrow Chandelier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Remarkable vintage carved wood, gold gilt and white paint decorated Italian chandelier fixture in the neoclassical / Empire style. Item features six lights, scrolling iron arms with ...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Pair of Monumental Italian Specimen Marble Obelisks, Circa 1950s, H-69.75 inches
Located in Dallas, TX
A monumental pair of decorative elements, these stunning Italian marble obelisks measure 69 ¾ tall. Dating to roughly the 1950s, the pillar features an amazing 75...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble
A Luxurious MURANO Glass TABLE LAMP by ERCOLE BAROVIER, VENINI, Italy, 1950-1960
Located in PARIS, FR
A spectacular, large and heavy table lamp, Art Déco, neoclassical, Modernist, Shabby-Chic, Neo-Baroque, with a massive circular base in Murano glass, open like a corolla, translucent, embed with small air bubbles, 2 wood circles with a patinated bronze veneer surrounding a generous translucent corps capturing light, ornaments plant-inspired made with encrusted golden leaf, impressive and authentic model...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Gold Leaf
Set of 8 ebonized Ercol Dining Chairs , 1950's
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Set of 8 spindle back ercol dining chairs.
The chairs are beautifully crafted with an eye for details and are made of ebonized wooden frames.
Timeless pieces that gives an antique/...
Category
1950s British Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
French Maison Jansen Style Centre Table With Marble Top
Located in London, GB
This highly decorative centre table was made in France in the 1950s to a neo classical design and in the style of the luxury designer brand, Maison Jansen.
It's made with ebonised ...
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Brass
Pair of French Garden Armchairs, 1950s
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of 1950s iron chairs from France with gorgeous patina + a sculptural frame that sets these apart from your standard garden chair. Easily used indoor or outdoors, these now hav...
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
Wooden Waste Paper Basket Navel scenes 1950s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice Wooden Paper Waste Basket .Stone Red color .with Gold details Comes with
naval battles Lithographs . Beautiful Sea Foam Green inside .19...
Category
1950s Dutch Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Neoclassical Style Mahogany and Brass Revolving Library. French. Circa 1950
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice neoclassical style revolving library is made of mahogany and brass. This bookcases is a very elegant model. This is a nice French work...
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Neoclassical furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical furniture for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, decorative objects, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Edward F. Caldwell & Co., Wedgwood, Carpanese Home Italia, and Workstead. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $20 and tops out at $4,125,484 while the average work can sell for $3,450.
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