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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: 20th Century
1920's Caldwell Gilt Bronze Light Fixture with Opaline Glass
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell neoclassic style light fixtures with beautiful Opaline glass inset.
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Cast Iron Garden Urn
Located in Houston, TX
Large antique French Neoclassical style cast iron garden urn with swan handles and swag motif. This gorgeous huge Neoclassical iron urn, planter ...
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Pair of Baker Architectural Neoclassical Style Painted Library Bookcases
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Grand pair of architectural painted library bookcases or display cabinets hand-crafted by Baker. Each large cabinet has an arched opening surmounted by a corniced top. The cases have...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Tall Vintage Stone Concrete Garden Birdbath on Pedestal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Taller than average stone birdbath. Has weathered basin that sits on fluted pedestal. Comes into two parts. Holds water perfectly with no leaks or cracks. East Coast Delivery av...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Concrete

Italian Newspapers-Classical Style Hand Painted Top Cabinet / Credenza
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a hand painted Italian Neo-classical style cabinet with faux marble top. It also features a blush toned real marble top. The cabinet opens to a single shelf. The neutral ton...
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

Antique Custom Mounted Old Police Model Colt 38 Pistol Frame (inoperable)
By Colt
Located in Stamford, CT
An antique circa 1940's-1950s Police model Colt 38 pistol frame. Custom mounted on a steel stand. Shows heavy pitting which adds to its character.
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1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Steel

Vintage Regency Carved Swag Console Table and Mirror
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your interior with this captivating Hollywood Regency console table and mirror set, a true testament to the opulent glamour of its era. Each piece features meticulously carve...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Richard Frinier for Brown Jordan Venetian Garden Dining Suite
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Amazing patio and garden dining suite consisting of four dining armchairs and one stone top round dining table designed by Richard Frinier for Brown Jordan...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Granite, Aluminum

Neoclassical Style German Patinated Brass Tray Cocktail Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Exquisite neoclassical style brass butlers tray cocktail or coffee table made in Germany. The table features a patinated brass tray top with shaped handles on each end supported by a...
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20th Century German Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass, Iron

Italian White Marble Table Lamps, Pair
Located in Miami, FL
A beautiful and substantial pair of Italian white marble desk or table lamps in the Neoclassical style, circa 20th century, Italy. New white linen cu...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass

Pair of English 1920s Cast Stone Urns Ornaments with Fruit and Floral Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of English cast stone urns from circa 1920 with fruit and floral motifs on square bases. This pair of English cast stone urns, circa 1920, showcases an exquisite display of fr...
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Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Cast Stone

Mid-Century Brass Shell Platter
Located in Elkhart, IN
A mid-20th century brass clam shell platter.  
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1970s Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Brass Shell Platter
Mid-Century Brass Shell Platter
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1930's French Gilt Bronze Light Fixtures with Opaline Glass
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930 French gilt bronze light fixture with 2 interior lights, and Opaline glass inset from a Paris Hotel (available also in silver finish)
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1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Italian Neoclassical Style Hand Painted Night Stands Cabinets
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Hand Painted Wood Style: Italian Neoclassical
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1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Vintage Sterling Silver Photo Frame RBB Sheffield 1990 20cm x 16cm
Located in London, GB
A superb decorative Neo-classical sterling silver photo frame, with makers mark RBB and hallmarks for Sheffield 1990. Beautiful portrait rectangular frame decorated with tied ribbon...
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1990s Neoclassical Furniture

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Silver

Walt Disneys "Mickey's Trailer, 1938", Iconic Color Animation Cel
Located in Stockholm, SE
Walt Disney, "Mickey's Trailer, 1938". Celluloid (xenographic line, ink-enhanced hand painted). Stamped The Walt Disney Company. Numbered 52/500. 29.5 x 49 cm. Movie "Mickey's Trailer," was the second short film, out of 100, that was produced 1938. An icon film. Published by Disney Art Editions in 1994. A certificate of authenticity executed by The Walt Disney Company accompanies the lot. Provenance: Animation Art Gallery/Amsterdam, acquired in 1995. An original production-used animation cel...
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1990s American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Plastic, Paper

Pair of Ebonized Leather Rope Klismos Chairs After Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fantastic pair of large klismos chairs featuring a dramatic ebonized black lacquer finish and leather woven rope strap seats. The oversized chairs are unsigned, however they are made...
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pair Of Neoclassical Style Star Arm Chairs By Theodore Alexander
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A pair of very well made Armchairs with solid wood frames having handsome graining with intentional distressing in a good polished medium stain and the chairs feature Brass Star emb...
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Neo-Classical Style Faux Bamboo Greek Key Form Mirror- Burnt Orange
Located in Kennesaw, GA
I love this mirror! I worked hard to capture the correct color for buyers! This is a neo-classical style faux bamboo mirror with a timeless Greek Key form. The color is original and ...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Exquisite Bronze & Marble Reclining Venus Holding Pomegranate, After Canova
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Exquisite Bronze & Marble Reclining Venus Holding Pomegranate, After Canova, 20th Century A finely cast and chased bronze of a reclining classical beauty, inspired by Antonio Canova...
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20th Century European Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Carrara Marble, Bronze

Vallauris Pair of Candlesticks, 1940s
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Pair of candlesticks made at Vallauris, France, 1940s. Ceramic. Representation of braided candlesticks, Classic design from this period of the 40s. Very close to the work of Jérome M...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Stafanc Ugolini Firenze, 1784* Fruitwood & Brass Pepper Mill
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Stafano Ugolini Firenze, 1784* Fruitwood & Brass Pepper Mill In the 20th century, the *1784 date is an honorific date associated with one of his hotels in Florence.  An uncommon and exquisite Stefano Ugolini Firenze 1784* fruitwood and brass pepper mill, likely supplied to one of the prestigious Stefano Ugolini hotels. Known for seamlessly blending traditionalism with design innovation, these hotels are a testament to one of the world's most visionary hoteliers. This large pepper mill stands at 17 inches high with a 5-inch diameter. It features a brass and wood crank and a domed opening that leads to a tapering, turned, bulbous fruitwood urn-shaped body. The grinder is beautifully adorned with an oval engraved brass plate inscribed '1784* Stefano Ugolini Firenze,' highlighting its rich history.  Handmade in two parts, the 15-inch-high mill locks into a removable brass-mounted wood basin...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Maison Baguès foliage gilt bronze chinoiserie lacquered end tables 1940s
Located in Paris, IDF
This beautiful pair of Maison Baguès chinoiserie two-tier end tables was created in the early 1940s with solid foliage shaped gilt bronze structure and a chinese decor lacquered top ...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Traditional Bar Cabinet With Dropfront
Located in Trenton, NJ
A vintage freestanding cabinet reinvented as a bar, finished in a deep relacquer with a two-tone wood contrast. Classical influences appear in the fluted columns, brass hardware, and...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Monumental French Neoclassical Ormolu Mounted Mahogany Mirror
Located in Germantown, MD
A Monumental French Neoclassical richly Ormolu Mounted and decorated Mahogany Mirror. Varnished Solid Mahogany frame. Wood backing.
Category

20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass, Ormolu

French Neoclassical Style Iron Curule Leg Garden Dining Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare, patinated French iron patio or garden dining table crafted from iron. The table features a slatted rectangular top supported by a trestle style sculptural base having curule legs...
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20th Century European Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Harrison & Gil Dauphine Neoclassical Parcel Gilt Ebonized Fruitwood Frame Mirror
Located in Germantown, MD
A large Harrison & Gil Dauphine neoclassical parcel gilt ebonized fruitwood frame mirror in good vintage condition. Measures: 39" in width and 55" in height.
Category

Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Fruitwood, Giltwood

Robert Cox Still Life of a Vase of Red roses, circa 1970
By COX
Located in ASNIÈRES-SUR-SEINE, FR
Award-Winning American artist, Robert Cox, studied at the Katharine Gibbs School of Art. In 1956 he joined Mayhew Peakes as a graphic designer, and resigned six years later to move f...
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1970s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Canvas

Italian Provincial Deruta Hand Painted Faience Allegorical Pottery Jug Vase
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful hand painted blue, white, and yellow faience pottery jug or vase with handles featuring classical putti By Deruta Italy, Late 20th Century Measures: 5"W x 5"D x 8.5"H...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Faience, Pottery

Late 20th-C. Large Scale Faux Bois Cast Garden Urns / Sculptures - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a large scale pair of neo-classical faux bois urns. They are a heavy casting which gives the look of a 19th century pair. They would look wonderful in a foyer or on a sideboa...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Composition

Pair of Maison Jansen Louis XV neoclassical slipper chairs 1940s
Located in Paris, IDF
The craftsmanship of this pair of slipper chairs was deeply cared about, and it really shows some eight decades later. The side chairs were made and stamped by Maison Jansen in the e...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Neoclassical Trumeau Style Crossed Arrow Mirror by Palladio
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Neoclassical style crossed arrow painted and gilded trumeau mirror by Palladio.
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mirror

Italian Tray With A Greek Key Design
Located in Houston, TX
Italian Tray With A Greek Key Design. Offered is a lovely round Italian pewter tray with a beautiufl Greek key design around the perimeter. This tray can be used as a serving tray fo...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Pewter

Giovanni Patrini for Seguso Vetri d'Arte Murano Glass Coroso Urn Form Lamps
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This striking pair of signed Giovanni Patrini for Seguso Verti d'Arte Coroso finished urn form lamps exemplifies the refined elegance and craftsmanship of Murano glass artistry. Each...
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1980s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Murano Glass

Rare Oval Brass Coffee Table with Carrara white Marble Top by Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This rare neoclassical style oval coffee table is made of brass with a Carrara white marble top. This is a very nice and unusual model in this oval shape. This is a French work by Ma...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Italian Neoclassical Style Trompe l'oeil Carved Bench Seat
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous Italian window bench crafted in the neoclassical taste featuring carved plume feathers and swag. The trompe l'oeil bench is hand-carved from beech with an intentionally dist...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

20th Italian Rectangular Brass Foliate Wall Mirror or Console Mirror
Located in Miami, FL
20th rectangular brass foliate wall mirror or console mirror, you can use it vertical or horinzontal position.
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Early 20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Stunning Blue Murano Glass Ormolu Mounted Round Table Box
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Stunning Blue Murano Glass Ormolu Mounted Round Table Box  Italy, mid-20th century  This beautiful Blue Murano Glass Ormolu Mounted Round Table Box, made in Italy during the mid-20t...
Category

20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ormolu

Pair of mahogany & brass side tables with leather tops in Maison Jansen Style
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very elegant pair of brass side tables is made of mahogany with clear brown leather tops. These side tables or bedside tables have a drawer on top. This is a French work in the ...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Italian Neo-Classical Style Carved Giltwood Mirror & Faux Marble Console Table
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a killer set! This is an Italian neo-classical style console table with coordinating mirror attributed to Palladio. The console is wall mounted, and it has a faux marble top....
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Poplar, Giltwood

Puiforcat "Cardinal" Six 6 Piece Place Settings Silver-plate (36 pieces total)
Located in Sharon, CT
Offering six 6 piece place settings of Puiforcat Silver-plate "Cardinal". Consisting of six of each: Salad fork 7 1/8", table fork 7 13/16', table knife 10", dinner spoon 7 13/16", D...
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1980s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of Maison Baguès French 3 Tier Cloudy Glass Brass Side Table 50s
Located in Miami, FL
Superb Pair of Maison Baguès 3-tier side table in patinated brass with original mirrored cloudy glass. Neoclassical French Design from the late 1950. Very good vintage condition.  
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Neoclassical Wrought Iron & Bronze Bench, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Elegant bench in patinated wrought iron and bronze. The sabots are reminiscent of Giacometti's work for Jean-Michel Frank. 3 benches are available; the price i...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze, Wrought Iron

Neoclassical Style Brass HorseHeads Fireplace Tools in the Styl of Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice and elegant neoclassical style horseheads fireplace tools is made of brass. This is a French work. Circa 1950
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage French Neoclassical Style Swan & Rams Recamier Daybed Chaise Lounge Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Neoclassical Style Swan & Rams Head Recamier Daybed Chaise Lounge Sofa. Item features a large impressive form, gold gilt painted carved wood accents, beige fabric, gre...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

French Cupid Bronze Statue After Auguste Moreau (1834-1917)
Located in New York, NY
French bronze sculpture of Cupid after Auguste Moreau (1834-1917)
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Mid-Century French Brass & Glass Three-Piece Coffee Table Maison Baguès Style
Located in Dallas, TX
This mid-century three-piece oval cocktail table was created in Paris France circa 1950. Attributed to Maison Baguès and built of brass, the table features three separate elements: a...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Norman Rockwell Fish Finders Four Seasons Gorham 10.5” Collector Plate
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Norman Rockwell Fish Finders plates Four Seasons Gorham 10.5” Collector Plate. Norman Rockwell 1976 Limited Edition Fine China collector plate by ...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Andre Arbus Bronze Hand Sconces
Located in Miami, FL
Superb pair of Andre Arbus style sconces in bronze, very heavy and well done. 60 watts max bulb. US rewired and in working condition Backplate: 3 inches diameter.  
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Baker Historic Charleston Reproductions Mahogany Sideboard
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The finest construction in mahogany with a bow front case and double banded top. Three apron drawers, the sides with drawers flanking the arched open center with satinwood half fan i...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

A set of four French wrought iron and brass chairs in the manner of Andre Arbus.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A refined set of four French chairs, circa 1950, crafted in wrought iron with brass accents and designed in the elegant neoclassical style associated with André Arbus. Each chair fea...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass, Iron

Neoclassical Greco-Roman Patrician Figurative Sculpture
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome figurative Greco-Roman style nude Patrician sculpture crafted in the neoclassical taste. The figurative sculpture is constructed from resin composite and has a weathered pai...
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Resin, Lacquer

Maison Charles Neoclassical Bronze 2 patina Console
Located in Miami, FL
Maison Charles Neoclassical 2 patina , bronze and gun metal Console.
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Steel

1910 Silver Plate Bronze and Hurricane Glass Sconces Two Lights
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1910 Hurricane glass sconces with silver plate bronze body, two lights
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair Paul Ferrante Edward Hoof Tables
Located in Houston, TX
Pair Paul Ferrante Edward bronze end tables with Louis XVI style fluted legs, rectangular pulls, hoof sabobts and honed gray brown marble tops.
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Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Steel

Vintage Regency Brown Jordan “Venetian” Lounge Chairs With Ottomans, 4 Pieces
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Create the ultimate outdoor retreat with this complete seating ensemble from the coveted "Venetian" collection by luxury maker Brown Jordan. This exquisite set, including two lounge ...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of French Neoclassical Cast Iron Garden Urns Planters, circa 1940
Located in Pearland, TX
A stylish pair of vintage classic French cast iron garden urns or planters with the lovely original surface and patina, circa 1940. These beautiful jardinieres are a nice large size,...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Group of Wedgwood Jasperware Pottery Vase Dish Bowl & Box in Blue Green & Black
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A large grouping of 15 Pieces of Wedgwood Jasperware. All collected by original owner during the mid 20th century. Actual dates on individual pieces are not known. Various markings o...
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Mid-20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

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Ceramic

Carved Wood Architectural Fragments Accent Cocktail Tables
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Pair of carved wood neoclassical architectural elements that would make unexpected characterful drinks tables or pedestals for a glass coffee table. Some vestiges of gilding here a...
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique Neo-Classical Bartolozzi Print of Venus. 1907
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful print of an 18th Century Francesco Bartolozzi engraving after Bartolozzi. Publshed by Otto Limited, London 1907 Blank verso The meas...
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Early 1900s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Paper

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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