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Neoclassical Furniture

NEOCLASSICAL STYLE

Neoclassical design emerged in Europe in the 1750s, as the Age of Enlightenment reached full flower. Neoclassical furniture took its cues from the styles of ancient Rome and Athens: symmetrical, ordered, dignified forms with such details as tapered and fluted chair and table legs, backrest finials and scrolled arms.

Over a period of some 20 years, first in France and later in Britain, neoclassical design — also known as Louis XVI, or Louis Seize — would supersede the lithe and curvaceous Rococo or Louis XV style.

The first half of the 18th century had seen a rebirth of interest in classical antiquity. The "Grand Tour" of Europe, codified as a part of the proper education of a patrician gentleman, included an extended visit to Rome. Some ventured further, to sketch the ruins of ancient Greece. These drawings and others — particularly those derived from the surprising and rich archaeological discoveries in the 1730s and ’40s at the sites of the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum — caused great excitement among intellectuals and aesthetes alike.

Neoclassical furniture is meant to reflect both grace and power. The overall appearance of neoclassical chairs, tables and cabinetry is strong and rectilinear. These pieces are, in effect, classical architecture in miniature: chair and table legs are shaped like columns; cabinets are constructed with elements that mirror friezes and pediments.

Yet neoclassicism is enlivened by gilt and silver leaf, marquetry, and carved and applied ornamental motifs based on Greek and Roman sculpture: acanthus leaves, garlands, laurel wreaths, sheaves of arrow, medallions and chair splats are carved in the shapes of lyres and urns. Ormolu — or elaborate bronze gilding — was essential to French design in the 18th and 19th centuries as a cornerstone of the neoclassical and Empire styles.

As you can see from the furniture on these pages, there is a bit of whimsy in such stately pieces — a touch of lightness that will always keep neoclassicism fresh.

Find antique neoclassical furniture today on 1stDibs.

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Style: Neoclassical
Period: 20th Century
Alabaster Bust of Joan of Arc Attributed to Giuseppe Bessi Early XX Century
Located in Milano, MI
Alabaster bust depicting Joan of Arc, whose creation is attributed to Giuseppe Bessi in the early 20th century Ø cm 27 Ø cm 16 h cm 28 Joan of Arc, also known as the Maid of Orléan...
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1910s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alabaster

Small Lacquered Commode with Chinese Scenes in the style of Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and decorative small commode is made of lacquered and gilt wood with chinese scenes. This very elegant chest of drawers is wonderfully decorated with bronze handles an...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Mid Century American Pine Extension Breakfast Table
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid Century American Pine Extension Breakfast Table with Queen Anne feet. Measures 42" in diameter and stands 29" tall. Measures 54" in width extended.
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Pine

French Louis XVI Neoclssical Style Marble Top Center Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Elegant French oval center table featuring a marble top. Made in the grand Louis XVI neoclassical taste with a desirable aged patina on the gilt wood finish. The marble has a lovely ...
Category

20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

Mahogany Wood China Cabinet / Hutch
Located in Tarry Town, NY
This elegant Italian hand-crafted two-part mahogany china cabinet, also known as a hutch, is a stunning addition to any dining or living room. The cabinet features interior glass she...
Category

1930s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of French Maison Lancel Brass Hand Sconces
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Maison Lancel “Hand” sconces US rewired and in working condition 40 watts max bulb. Priced by pair Back plate: 3 inches diameter. Custom backplate available.
Category

1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass, Bronze

French Alabaster Neoclassical Pedestal Lamp-Column Lamp-Silk Lamp Shade-60
Located in Bussiere Dunoise, Nouvel Aquitaine
Magnificent French finely carved Alabaster Lamp in Neoclassical Style and with Silk Shade from the 60s The soft Colors vary from beige to brown-rose and reflect the Classic Style T...
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alabaster, Metal, Metallic Thread, Brass

Neoclassical Style 8-Iight Italian Porcelain and Brass Chandelier, 1960s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Elegant neoclassical style chandelier, eight lights, in porcelain decorated in pure gold and gold plated brass. Italian production from the 1960s.
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1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Gold, Brass

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...
Category

20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Granite, Aluminum

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

Michael Taylor Design Montecito Bronzed Garden Sofa Settee
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic bronzed aluminum patio and garden junior sofa or settee loveseat made in the style and manner of Michael Taylor by a foundry in Los Angeles, CA. The frame features a design th...
Category

20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Neoclassical Brass Nesting Tables by Maison Ramsay
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style nesting tables are made of brass with smoked glass shelves. This is a French work by famous designer Maison Ramsay. Circa 1940
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1940s 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

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

Rolling Stones the Photographs 1989 Hardcover Book
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Rolling Stones the Photographs 1989 Hardcover.1st edition, 1st printing.Taken between 1967 and the present, these 150 pictures by 35 photographers are reprinted from Rolling Stone.Ti...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Paper

Venus de Milo Female Statue Sculpture Indoors and Garden
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Venus de Milo female figurative cast stone statue sculpture piece, in the Neoclassical style, circa 20th century. A great statement piece indoors on a column pedestal, cocktail table, etc., or outdoors, a garden or patio area, pool house, pool area, etc. Piece has beautiful age patina as shown in images. Piece is a nice size. Dimensions: 5.5" x 5.5" x 24.5" Height. White plaster column...
Category

Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Cast Stone

Neoclassical Style Lacquered Five Panel Screen Fragment
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic Asian five panel screen fragment of a larger painted screen. The screen features a lacquered canvas over a wood frame depicting neoclassical style column architecture with f...
Category

20th Century Chinese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Vintage Cherub or Putti Terracotta Planter or Urn by Bitossi Filippo - Italy
Located in St. Louis, MO
Wonderful vintage Bitossi Filippo - Italy red terracotta garden planter, urn or flower pot decorated with a continuous frieze of dancing putti / cerubs carrying fruity festoons. Stam...
Category

1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Terracotta

A Pair of Faience Green Italian Urns, retailed by Bergdorf Goodman
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A handsome pair of green tin glazed Faience earthenware low urns. The classic form made in Italy for the wold famous new york city retailer, Bergdorf Goodman
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Faience, Terracotta

Neoclassical Style Brass and Grilling Fireplace Screen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This rare neoclassical style 4 panels fireplace screen is made of brass and grilling . This is a French work. Circa 1970
Category

1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass, Steel

Monumental Neoclassical Style Painted Dining Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Monumental size neoclassical style round dining table with a distressed, rustic finish. Its design featues intricately carved pedestal legs with decorative scroll and acanthus leaf ...
Category

20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

Antique Gamewell Cast Iron Fire Alarm Station Radio Telegraph Box 17"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Gamewell Co wall hanging cast iron fire alarm box. #2462, from Dayton Ohio. Dimensions: 12.5" x 6" x 16.75" (Width x Depth x Height)
Category

1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

1900s Hurricane Glass Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900 traditional gild bronze and silver plate finish sconces with hurricane glass inset. Williamsburg style
Category

Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

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...
Category

20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass

Pair of Russian Neoclassical Style Malachite Obelisks
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A pair of Russian neoclassical style obelisks of malachite. Square, tapered shafts on a raised panel stepped base. Great color to malachite. One obelisk has a slight 'lean' to the up...
Category

20th Century Russian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stone, Malachite

French 19th Century Cast Iron Garden Table
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A classic, Parisian-style bistro table from the late 19th century, for your garden or patio! The round stone top is quite unique for its patterning, in the color and texture of brick...
Category

20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stone, Iron

Pair of Arbus Sconces, 4 pairs available
Located in Miami, FL
Three pairs of Andre Arbus wall sconces. Bronze back plate and painted bronze hand. Nice and original old patina. 10" height with the shade, ...
Category

20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Neoclassical Swan Motif Mirror, Giltwood and Faux Lapis, Atrib. Carvers Guild
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Neoclassical Swan Motif Mirror in Carved Giltwood and Faux Lapis, Attributed to The Carvers’ Guild American, Late 20th Century 52" H x 31" W; mirror plate 36" H x 24" W A striking n...
Category

20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Pair of Vintage Italian Carved Wood Pineapple Table Lamps
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Mid century neoclassical style pair of table lamps having stylized hand carved pineapples on square plinths with a chic white washed finish.
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

English Flow Blue Ceramic Decorative Trinket Dish by Enoch Wedgwood - England
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
An early flow blue ceramic trinket dish or catchall by Enoch Wedgwood (Tunstall). This dish is created from a sturdy creamy white ceramic. It is deco...
Category

Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Early 20th Century Neoclassical Style Mahogany Library Stairs
Located in Germantown, MD
An early 20th Century Neoclassical Style Mahogany Library Stairs / step ladder. Recently refinished. Measures 17.5" in width, 19.5" in depth and 31" in height. Step height is 12".
Category

Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Italian Trumeau with Inset Panels of Fruit
Located in Nashville, TN
Nice warm Tuscan feel. Each fruit panel has a ground of silver foil or leaf. Charming wear to each of the panels (see photos). The beveled mirror plate is a very good distress jo...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Vintage Regency Greek Key Wrought Iron Etagere
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Embrace dramatic, Neoclassical elegance with this monumental vintage wrought iron etagere. Masterfully crafted, its impressive form is defined by a continuous band of iconic Greek Ke...
Category

Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

John Vesey Style Bronze Mounted Steel Library Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fantastic neoclassical design steel library table or desk made in the manner and style of John Vesey (American 1924-1992). The imposing desk features a heavy steel frame with a patin...
Category

20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze, Steel

Large Round Brass Coffee Table with Black Lacquered Glass Top by Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This large round coffee table is made of brass with a black lacquered glass top. This model is particularly rare in this size. This is a French work by Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
Category

1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Lampada in Porcellana Dipinta a Mano e Ormolu di Mangani Firenze Anni Settanta
Located in Milano, MI
Lampada da tavolo fiorentina vaso a forma di urna dipinto a mano dalla ditta italiana Mangani di Firenze di gusto neoclassico, con volute e dettali floreali dipinti in oro, manici e ...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

A Pair of NEOCLASSIC TABLE LAMPS, in the style of ROMEO REGA, Italy 1970
Located in PARIS, FR
An important and rigorous pair of table lamps, Post-Modernist, Shabby-Chic, Neo-Classical, Seventies, asymmetrical compositions of 2 rectangular blocks in beige veneered wood, offset...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Pair of French Neoclassical Marble Top Console Tables
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Pair of French Neoclassical Marble Top Console Tables Impressive pair of marble top console tables attributed to Maison Jansen. The consoles are constructed in carved wood, polychro...
Category

20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

Neoclassical French Circular Garden Jardiniere
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine French circular garden Jardiniere planter with an ornamental classical relief of cherubs around.
Category

Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Cast Stone

1900 Caldwell Silver Plated 16 Light Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1900 Caldwell 16 lights silver plated chandeliers from a very prominent state in NYC with a beautiful neoclassic design
Category

Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

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...
Category

1980s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Silver Plate

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 ...
Category

Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-20th Century Brass Three-Arm Bouillotte Lamp With Black Tole Shade
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous brass three-arm bouillotte lamp with black & gold tole shade USA, Mid-20th Century Measures: 12"W x 12"D x 25.5"H Very good original vintage condition. Lamp has t...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Ladder Back Maple and Rush Seats Side Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
A pair of Mid-Century Ladder Back Maple and Rush Seats Side Chairs Measures 18" width, 40" in height, 17" in depth. Seat height 18"
Category

Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Rush, Maple

Early 20th C. Classical Style Globe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage globe mounted on a mahogany wooden stand with three elegantly turned legs. A brass colored meridian ring encircles the globe, adding to its antique aesthetic. The wooden st...
Category

1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

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...
Category

1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Late 20th Century American Classical Maple Double Dresser
Located in Germantown, MD
Late 20th Century American Classical Maple Double Dresser with clean lines and wooden knob drawer pulls. Measures 66" in width, 18.75" in depth and 36.5" in height.
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Maple

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

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...
Category

20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage Ralph Lauren Leather Armchair w/ Ottoman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Ralph Lauren leather armchair and ottoman, crafted with classic club chair styling and rich, patinated leather. The chair features rolled arms, a curved backrest, and nailhea...
Category

20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Leather

Pair of Brass Side Tables with Oxidized Mirror Tops by Maison Baguès
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This beautiful pair of neoclassical style side tables is made of brass with oxidized mirror tops. On the bottom, the stretcher is very nice and finely chiseled. This is a French work...
Category

1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Large Antique Oval Etched Venetian Mirror
Located in Houston, TX
Large antique oval etched Venetian mirror. Stunning and large antique Neoclassical style oval etched Venetian beveled mirror with a square bow...
Category

1920s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mirror

Set of 8 Neoclassical Style Mastercraft Dining Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Set of 8 vintage Mastercraft Neoclassical style dining chairs. Ebonized chairs with bronze sabots have been professionally restored and upholstered in very nice coral colored faux le...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

1920’s Caldwell Large Leaded Glass Light Fixtures Pair
Located in New York, NY
circa 1920’s leaded glass large light fixture with interior lights (3 available)
Category

1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Brass Coffee Table with Black Lacquered Glass Top by Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice rectangular coffee table is made of brass with a black lacquered glass top. This is a French work by Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
Category

1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage German Crystal & Bronze Jewelry Casket Carriage
Located in Elkhart, IN
A very rare vintage cut crystal jewelry casket/carriage with bronze mounts. The domed crystal casket sits on a bronze carriage stand with turnin...
Category

Early 20th Century German Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Antique Globe Wernicke 4 Box Bookcase with Mahogany Finish
Located in Freehold, NJ
This antique barrister bookcase by Globe Wernicke features hardwood construction, original mahogany finish, four box design with brass accented trip,...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood

Italian Neoclassical Style Painted Four Panel Folding Screen
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic hand painted Italian four-panel folding floor screen made in the neoclassical taste. Each panel has two gracefully arched windows with parcel gilt borders over a black groun...
Category

20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

1940's Set of 8 Vintage Hitchcock Rush Seat Chairs with Stenciled Fruit Motif
Located in Morristown, NJ
A charming set of eight vintage Hitchcock chairs, featuring handwoven rush seats and classic stenciled fruit motifs on the backrests. These ch...
Category

1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Rush, Wood, Paint

Neo-Classical Style Italian Iron, Brass and Granite Console Table, 2 Available
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a late 20th century Italian neo-classical style iron, brass and granite console table. There are two available. The granite is a tone on tone black with a beveled edge. They ...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Granite, Brass, Iron

Neoclassical furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical furniture for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, decorative objects, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Edward F. Caldwell & Co., Wedgwood, Carpanese Home Italia, and Workstead. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $20 and tops out at $4,125,484 while the average work can sell for $3,450.

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