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
Antique Neo-Classical Bartolozzi Print. 1907
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful red ochre print of an 18th Century Francesco Bartolozzi engraving after R.Cosway.
Publshed by Otto Limited, London 1907
Text on verso
The measurement is the paper size
...
Category
Early 1900s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Paper
Vintage Brown Distressed Leather Luggage Suitcase by Golden Leaf
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage brown distressed leather 33" luggage suitcase by golden leaf. Item includes Chrome metal hardware, leather buckle straps, great patina, stitched leather handle. Circa mid-20t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Leather
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
Mid-Century Royal Trust Company Framed Wall Plaque with Indigenous Chief
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This wall plaque is unsigned with respect to the maker, but it is presumed to have been made in Canada in approximately 1950 in a traditional style. The plaque is composed of a very ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Canadian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Spelter
Australian Bicentenary Bowl, Wedgwood, circa 1988. Number 10 of 50 Made
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
In Royal Blue dip; a colour normally reserved for Coronation commemoratives. One of only fifty made; made to mark the bicentenary of the found...
Category
1980s English Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
$900 Sale Price
25% Off
Pair of Bronze Cherub Figural Candle Sconces
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Bronze Cherub Figural Candle Sconces.
Measure 7" in width x 4" in depth x 12" in height.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
$1,312 Sale Price / set
30% Off
Neoclassical Rosewood and Marble Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
Neoclassical rosewood and marble table, probably French, circa 1940s, possibly earlier. It is constructed of rosewood and other woods with brass ...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Brass
$1,800 Sale Price
35% Off
Wonderful Pair Caldwell Two-Arm Brass Bronze Wreath Neoclassical Regency Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Handsome Pair Of Stamped E.F. Caldwell Two-Arm Brass / Bronze Wreath Urn Top Neoclassical, Regency Wall Sconces, Rewired With Up To 60 Watt Edison Bulb...
Category
1940s Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Bidjar Wide Carpet
Located in New York, NY
An odd, wide-size Persian Bidjar rug from the early 20th century
Details
rug no. j4465
size 4' 8" x 10' 7" (142 x 323 cm)
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wool
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Style Giltwood Wall Brackets or Shelves
Located in Firenze, IT
This pair of wall brackets or little shelves come from a private house here in Florence, the owner commissioned them to match them with the design of a pair of antique 17th century w...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Giltwood
Statuary Marble and Scagliola Fire Surround after Pietro Bossi
Located in London, by appointment only
A white statuary marble neoclassical fire surround inlaid with classical vases, vine leaves and fruit with colored marbles.
England, 20th c...
Category
20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble
French 1960s Black lacquer , brass and travertine console table by Maison Jansen
Located in Oxford, GB
Elegant and sleek console table designed by Maison Jansen, Paris C 1960.
In the Neo Classical style with black lacquered pillars with beautifully conceived brass collars and a plint...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Travertine, Brass
1950-1970 Pair of Coffee Tables Maison Jansen
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of coffee table with shelf in glass, top in glass, amounts ended with acorns and barrels with cases iron skates typical rifle barrel of this mark
Good condition, circa 1950-1970.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
$7,919 / set
Antique Crystal and Gilt Brass Dresser Casket / Box
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful molded crystal jewelry chest, likely of French origin, with gilt brass hardware, 7 1/8 by 4 1/2 by 5 inches and in very good condition.
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Antique French Louis XV Rouge Marble and Figural Bronze Maiden Pedestal Stand
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique French Louis XV Rouge Marble and Figural Bronze Maiden Pedestal Stand
Heighten your traditional interior with an ornate rouge marble pedestal. This piece has four classic fa...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Stone, Marble, Metal, Bronze
French Neoclassical Style 'Allegory of Love' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
20th century French neoclassical style fireback with an allegory of love. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon request it can be made black or pewte...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Edward S Curtis (1868-1952) An Isleta Man, 1925
Located in CA, CA
Edward S Curtis (1868-1952)
Title: An Isleta Man
Plate: 549
Portfolio: Volume 16
Printer: Suffolk Eng. Co. Cambridge Mass
Medium: Photogravure
Date: 1925
Dimensions:
Sheet: W 17 ¾...
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Paper
Pair of Antique French Gilt Metal and Marble Table Lamps
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of antique French gilt metal and marble table lamps, dating from around the 1930’s.
They are large and impressive, the quality is excellent and they have a beautiful...
Category
1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Metal
A vintage map of Fairfield Connecticut, framed in burlwood, early 20th century
Located in View Park, CA
An antique map featuring Fairfield, Connecticut, framed in rich burlwood, behind glass and ready to hang, early to mid 20th century. Featuring tones of rose, butter, and mint - a lov...
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Glass, Burl, Paper
Set of classic Italian bookcases from the 1950s in wood and bronze
Located in Cantù, IT
Set of classic Italian bookcases from the 1950s in wood and bronze
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
French Polished Brass Floor Lamp
Located in Buchanan, NY
This beautiful 1940s polished brass floor lamp from France is an elegant addition to any home. The cast round base provides sturdy support f...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Wonderful French Petite Bronze Single Light Torchiere Filigree Oval Back Sconce
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful French style, antique patina bronze single candelabra light torchiere form with filigree and oval back plate neoclassical single sconce. UL certified wired and ready to i...
Category
20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Set of Fourteen Richard Frinier for Brown Jordan Florentine Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Grand set of fourteen wrought iron patio and garden dining armchairs designed by Richard Frinier for Brown Jordan. Known as the Florentine armchairs they feature a neoclassical latti...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
High Quality Neoclassical Louis XVI Style Mirror in Patinated Brass 1960s
Located in Meer, VAN
High Quality Neoclassical Louis XVI Style Mirror in Patinated Brass, Europe, 1950s - 1960s.
This is a very high quality neoclassical styled mirror in patinated solid brass, made in ...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
KPM Berlin Porcelain Figurine Group, Diana & Actaeon, Germany, Ca 1917
Located in Vienna, AT
Excellent KPM Porcelain Group from the early 20th century:
Seated in the center on a raised shell pedestal is the beautiful young Diana with her hair tied at the nape of her neck and...
Category
1910s German Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
German solid silver salt shakers set
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
German solid silver salt shakers set
solid silver salt shaker set
Excellent condition and suitable for use
Crica 1940 Origin Germany
solid silver
There are 4 salt shakers shaped like...
Category
1940s German Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Silver
Mid-Century Capodimonte Porcelain Cherubs Vase Circa 1960s
By Capodimonte, Ardalt
Located in Miami, FL
Large Vintage Capodimonte Porcelain Cherubs Vase for Ardalt. Circa 1960s
Feature a white and blue cherubs relief hand-painted decoration with a gilded body...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Neoclassical Panther Sculpture
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Neoclassical panther sculpture
Material: Pewter and marble base (alpe green)
Origin Germany Circa 1900
Perfect condition natural wear
No visible...
Category
Early 1900s German Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Pewter
$440 Sale Price
20% Off
Neoclassical Bronze Mirror Tray with Ribbon & Bow Handles and Rectangular Shape
Located in Barcelona, ES
Beautiful rectangular shaped neoclassical bronze mirror tray with handles. France 1930-1940.
Large size.
The mirror surface shows a terrific patina, the bronze frame is richly decora...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Set of Chinoiserie Decorated and Gilt Appliques or Garnitures
Located in Nashville, TN
Unusual pair of free-standing or wall mountable garnitures or appliqués in the form of neoclassical urns. The urns top in gilded flame form .The cream painted ground with chinoiserie...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Composition
Pair of Neoclassical Style Faux-Bois Metal and Brass Table Lamps
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice and simple pair of neoclassical style table lamps is made of faux-bois metal and brass. This is a French work. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
$1,997 Sale Price
30% Off
Pair of Early 20th Century English Carved and Painted Neo-Classical Jardinières
Located in London, GB
A Pair of hand carved Neo-Classical Jardinières
By Lenygon & Abbot
The design derived from the ancient Roman sarcophagus, these carved planters are supported on lion's paw feet, the oval fluted bodies dressed with Lion's masks.
circa 1920
The Lion Mask holding a ring in its mouth derives from Ancient Roman furniture...
Category
Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Beautiful Neoclassical Set Six French Bronze Crystal Caldwell Starburst Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful neoclassical French bronze and crystal set of Six sconces in the manner of Caldwell with two arms that are adjustable and a center starburst with crystal spears.
Rewired...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
French 1940s Neoclassical Style Nickel-Plated Floor Lamp
Located in Buchanan, NY
A French 1940s Neoclassical style floor lamp in a polished nickel finish ready to illuminate your space with style and grace. It features a footed triangular base that not only provi...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Nickel
Pair of Russian Neoclassical Style Demilune End Tables or Nightstand Commodes
Located in Manhasset, NY
A fine pair of Russian neoclassical pedestal style demilune end tables or nightstand / commodes. Each of these custom quality demilunes a...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
$6,750 Sale Price / set
30% Off
Regency Rectangular Handcrafted Gold Foil Wood Mirror Spain, 1970
Located in Madrid, ES
Handcrafted carved Regency style wood mirror covered in gold foil.
Category
1970s Spanish Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Mid-Century American Crotch Mahogany Coffee Table
Located in Germantown, MD
Mid-Century American Crotch Mahogany Coffee Table. Rock solid light weight
Measures 44" in width, 22" in depth, 16" in height.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
$1,186 Sale Price
30% Off
Mid Century Brass Fireplace Log Holder with Paw Feet
Located in Germantown, MD
Mid Century Brass Fireplace Log Holder with Paw Feet. Measures 20.5" in width fully open, 15.5" in depth and 7.5" in height.l and 16" in height with handle.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
$595 Sale Price
30% Off
Al Kaufman Framed Original Signed & Numbered Etching with COA 75/300
Located in San Diego, CA
Original 1970's etching by Listed artist Al Kaufman , framed in glass and oak with COA signed an numbered Sandalwood title.
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Glass, Oak, Paper
20th Century Neoclassical Ebonized Iron and Brass Fireplace Tools Set with Stand
Located in Germantown, MD
20th Century Neoclassical Ebonized Iron and Brass Fireplace set set with stand. 5 tools and the stand.
Measures 8" in width fully open, 8" in depth and 32" in height.
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron, Brass
Pair Antique French Neoclassical Cast Brass Andirons
Located in Germantown, MD
A stunning Pair of Antique French Neoclassical Cast Brass Andirons, Circa 1920s
Measures 7" in width fully open, 14" in width folded 13" in height.
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
$906 Sale Price / set
30% Off
Pair of Neoclassic side tables.
Located in Brussels, BE
Pair of neoclassical side tables with a nicely patinated frame and smoked mirror tops.
In very good vintage condition.
Please do not hesitate to contact us for any additional infor...
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Steel
$2,329 / set
Pair of Antique Neoclassical Style Chandeliers
Located in London, GB
A beautiful pair of antique Neoclassical style chandeliers, made in England and dating from around the 1950’s.
The quality is superb, they are made from patinated brass and each hav...
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
$3,029 / set
Vintage Pair Framed Cut Paper Cameo Silhouette Portraits, U.S., Early 20th C.
Located in Chatham, ON
Vintage pair cut paper cameo silhouette portraits - the hand cut portraits glued down to a cream color background - featuring facing profiles of a young man and woman - fine quality ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Gold Leaf
Cherry wood living room or hall sideboard by Fantoni
By Fantoni
Located in Premariacco, IT
Hall or living room sideboard by Fantoni, a well-known Italian manufacturer of furniture and furnishings of high quality and workmanship.
The structure features four large and spaci...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Cherry
$1,816 Sale Price
20% Off
Thomas Webb Cameo Glass Vase Carved by Frank Wilkinson
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : A Documented Thomas Webb Cameo Glass Vase Carved by Frank Wilkinson
Date : completed 1928
Origin : The glass by Thomas Webb and Sons, carved...
Category
1920s British Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
Elegant Pair of Mid-Century Modernist Klismos Armchairs
Located in Dallas, TX
The iconic Klismos chair is renowned for its historical importance, sleek lines and eye-catching design looks just as elegant today. The curved and tapered legs of the Klismos chair are what make its design so unique. In this modern interpretation of the ancient Greek klismos...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Bust of David by Stone International, 1992
Located in Chicago, IL
A monumental Italian bust of David sculpture designed by Stone International in 1992. Crafted from metal with a plaster finish, this piece is a...
Category
1990s Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Stone
Monumental Bronze Entrace Lantern
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful, large-scale, Neoclassical-style bronze octagonal entrance lantern with acanthus leaf detail, 1920s U.S.A.
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Antique American Hooked Rug with Large Floral Medallion in Black Background
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique American hooked rug in black background. This beautiful antique American Hook rug sets on black background with large floral medallio...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wool
Vintage Neoclassical Style Brass & Marble Corinthian Column Table Lamp
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 20th century heavy Greek Corinithian column shaped table lamp with green marble base and brass body styled after an ionic reeded column between square plinths. Includes harp, wh...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Brass
$360 Sale Price
20% Off
Reclaimed Georgian Style Carved Fire Mantel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A reclaimed Georgian style pine fire mantel carved with neoclassical elements. Though dating from the early 20th century, this antique fireplace is evocative of earlier Georgian styl...
Category
Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood, Pine
Zabihi Collcetion Persian Malayer Tribal Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Malayer scatter size rug from the 2nd quarter of the 20th century in blue, brown, sand, gray, and camel tones
Measures: 4'7” x 7'3''.
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wool
Drexel Heritage Italian Neoclassical Demilune Cabinet
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Italian Neoclassical or Louis XVI style demilune console or bar cabinet
By Drexel Heritage, Late 20th Century
Hand painted wood case, with faux marble top, and original ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Early 20th Century American Rolling Pine Blanket Chest Storage Trunk
Located in Germantown, MD
Early 20th Century American Rolling pine Blanket Trunk. Measures 34.5" in width, 19.5" in depth and stands 23" tall.
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
Maitland Smith Neoclassical Acanthus Carved Candlestick Buffet Lamps 33"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Maitland Smith carved acanthus brass candlestick / candelabra banquet / buffet / table lamp. Includes large oval pleated shade.
Dimensions:
23" x 11" x 33" H
Category
1990s Philippine Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
$560 Sale Price
20% Off
Neoclassical Style Marble Pedestal
Located in Houston, TX
An early 20th century neoclassical style red or rouge and black marble pedestal.
Category
Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble
Christmas Santa Claus Bench Tree Christmas Wagon with Toys
Located in Boca Raton, FL
One of a kind Christmas Holiday installation display with Children’s bench, sitting Santa Claus in velvet outfit, small 24” Christmas tree decorated with European glass minis ornaments and Christmas toys...
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
$750 Sale Price / set
40% Off
Silver Stallion Wood, Tooled Leather, Polished Steel Desk Clock
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
The Silver Stallion is one of several high end Western themed items produced by Steven Handelman Studios in 2019. The consept was to make something th...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Italian Neoclassical Giltwood Inlaid & Carved Specimen Marble Mirror, 20th C.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Italian Neoclassical Style Giltwood Inlaid & Carved Specimen Marble Mirror
A striking architectural mirror in the neoclassical manner, made in Italy in the 20th century. The frame ...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble
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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