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
Ralph Lauren Polo American Neoclassical Black Gilt Wood Wall Mirror Rectangle
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Miami, FL
American Neoclassical large rectangle Wall Mirror in Black Finish framed with hand carved Acanthus Scroll Design in Giltwood.
The Mirror Glass has a beveled edge and sits tight in th...
Category
1990s American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Hardwood, Giltwood
Two Cylindrical Four Light Brass Lanterns
Located in Stamford, CT
Two classical American four light cylindrical brass lanterns with curved glass panels. Hardwired with original canopies included. Priced individually.
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
$1,600 / item
Extraordinary Pair Of Ram’s Head Club Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An exceptional pair of club chairs with intricately carved frames with bold Rams Head arms. The generous seats and backs are custom upholstered in a fine and deep Celadon hue faux su...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Maison Bagués, Rare Pair of Neoclassical Round Brass and Glass Side Tables
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This rare pair of neoclassical round side tables are made of brass with a clear glass top. These are very nice side tables by famous fren...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Round Brass Coffee Table With Swan Heads & Feet & Marble Top by Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice neoclassical style round coffee table is made of brass with swan heads and feet topped by a white marble top with greek keys brass incrustations. This is a French work...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Carrara Marble, Brass
Timeless Elegance: Pair of Antique Verdigris Brass Wall Lanterns
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Illuminate your entryway, patio, or garden with this exquisite pair of antique wall lanterns. Crafted from solid brass and boasting a beautiful...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Glass
Vintage English Country Iron Garden Armillary Sundial
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning vintage iron garden armillary sundial on a pedestal with a laurel wreath
USA, Late 20th Century
Measures: 20"W x 10.75"D x 20.5"H
Very good vintage condition.
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Pair of Arbus Sconces, 4 pairs available
By André Arbus
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
$3,450 / set
Antique French Bronze Wall Sconces Louis XVI/Neoclassical Style Oak & Bow Detail
Located in Bastogne, BE
A magnificent pair of antique French bronze wall sconces, exuding timeless elegance and grandeur.
These substantial sconces are crafted in either the Louis XVI or Neoclassical style...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Set of Four Architectural Engravings in the Manner of Piranesi
Located in Queens, NY
SET of Four Architectural Engravings in beige painted ceruse oak frames (in the Manner of Piranesi) PRICED AS SET)
Category
20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Paint
Pair of Black Neoclassical Table Lamps
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of mixed metal neoclassical table lamps with pierced Greek key motif.
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
$1,300 / set
Early 20thC English Silver plate Candlesticks /Sterling Silver Columns, set/2
Located in Malibu, CA
A stunning pair of antique late 19th/early 20th century English neoclassical column candlesticks.
Square bases with steps up to the column. On the square base, a sterling silver fl...
Category
Early 20th Century British Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
$897 Sale Price / set
40% Off
Romantic Antique French White Porcelain Vase with Aged Copper Overlay
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Lovely antique French porcelain vase having neoclassical design with incredible aged copper overlay including swags, handles, tassels and base.
Measure...
Category
1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Copper
$1,440 Sale Price
20% Off
12 Heavily Gilt Encrusted Antique Green & Gold Minton England Dinner Plates
By Minton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A gorgeous set ! Please click on the pictures to see the detail and enlarge. Heavy raised paste gilding on a vibrant green collar and custom ordered through the fine Gilded Age Retai...
Category
Early 1900s British Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Gold, Enamel
Jacques Adnet Leather and Brass Bed, 1950
Located in San Francisco, CA
Elegant bed frame by French designer Jacques Adnet. Completely wrapped in black saddle leather. Characteristic stacked bamboo motif. Signature Jacques A...
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Neoclassical Octagonal Green Guilloche & Ormolu Box, after Faberge
By Fabergé
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Neoclassical octagonal green Guilloche & Ormolu box, after Faberge
A fine late 20th century example, intricate, well executed example, with presentati...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
$1,196 Sale Price
20% Off
English Wedgwood Jasperware Jewelry Dish with Neoclassical Design
By Wedgwood
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful English Wedgwood Jasperware sage green and white round jewelry dish with neoclassical design, circa 20th century, 1979, England...
Category
20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
$200 Sale Price
27% Off
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
$18,000 / item
Woodard Chantilly Rose White Wrought Iron Tea or Bar Cart
Located in Stamford, CT
This is a Classic Woodard Chantilly Rose wrought iron tea cart or bar cart, well made and fine quality.
Wood, a great American company, furnished th...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Lalique Crystal Sculpture Of Nude Lady in Bubble
By Lalique
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Lalique Frosted Crystal Nude Lady in Bubble sculpture. It depicts a nude woman in a sensual kneeling position washing her hair and covered by some bubbles. The sculpture’s ...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Crystal
A NEOCLASSICAL SHABBY-CHIC Lacquer COFFEE TABLE by JEAN-CLAUDE MAHEY France 1970
Located in PARIS, FR
An elegant and luxurious rectangular coffee table, Post-Modernist, Shabby-Chic, base in black lacquered wood, thick square section top in burgundy red lacquered wood (deep and intens...
Category
1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Neoclassical Brown Jordan Style Garden Bench and Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic set of five garden seating set consisting of four dining armchairs and a two-seat garden bench. Crafted in the manner and style of Brown Jordan's Elegance collection with latt...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Neoclassical Lounge Chairs circa 1960, Maison Jansen, 2 Pairs Available
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of French neoclassical Maison Jansen lounge chairs circa 1960. 2 Pairs available.
Priced by pair
Original velvet fabric, very good condition.
Sturdy and very comfortable.
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Wood
$4,720 Sale Price / set
40% Off
A set of four hand carved statuary marble statues depicting ‘The Four Seasons”
By Carlo Nicoli
Located in Tyrone, Northern Ireland
A set of four hand carved statuary marble statues depicting ‘The Four Seasons” after Carlo Nicoli
Winter wearing a cloak, Spring with flowers, Summer with sheath of corn and scythe, ...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Statuary Marble
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
Pair of Cherub Consoles with Marble Tops, circa 1930s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 1930s Italian cherub consoles with marble tops. The pair is opposing and both holding flamed torchiers. The wood cherub are painted in a grayish...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Carrara Marble
$1,520 Sale Price / set
60% Off
Tall English Traditional Ceramic Greyhound Dog Statue in White
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A tall ceramic dog statue in white with a red and black tassel collar. This handsome Greyhound will be fabulous on a mantle or bookshelf. It is created from ceramic and painted in wh...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
$400 Sale Price
20% Off
French nickel over bronze coffee table in the manner of Jansen, C. 1960.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Elegant and timeless, this French two-tier coffee table—crafted circa 1960—features a sleek nickel-plated bronze frame, reflecting the neoclassical restraint and sophistication assoc...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Nickel
Antique McClelland Barclay Neoclassical Gilded Bronze Nude Figural Bust Statue
By McClelland Barclay 2
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique McClelland Barclay bronze figurine in the shape of a neoclassically inspired female figure without arms or head, embedded in a half r...
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
$372 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of French Bronze Curtain Tiebacks or Curtain Holders, Early 20th Century
Located in Barntrup, DE
A pair of French neoclassical style bronze curtain tiebacks or curtain holders, from the early 1900s.
A beautiful pair of neoclassical or Louis XVI style bronze curtain holders or s...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Decorative Brass Sculpture representing a Duck
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and decorative sculpture representing a duck is made of brass. This is a French work, very finely chiseled. Circa 1970
Category
1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
2 Metropolitan Galleries Neoclassical Bronze Rams Head Sculpture Pedestals Stand
Located in Dayton, OH
Monumental Pair of French Neoclassical Style Bronze Rams Head Sculpture Pedestals or Plant Stands by Metropolitan Galleries. Cast by the traditional, Lost Wax Bronze Casting method. ...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
$4,000 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Capodimonte Italian Neoclassical Porcelain Cherub Pillar Column Pedestal 39"
Located in Dayton, OH
Circa 1950s Italian Capodimonte porcelain pedestal / column / pillar / planter stand. Twisted column with round base and top trimmed in blue and gold and decorated with bands of flor...
Category
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$700 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Fenton Hobnail Milk Glass Footed Center Bowl, EAPG Compote, Serving Piece
Located in Chicago, IL
Larger Fenton milk glass bowl stands on a short pedestal foot and is decorated with a hobnail pattern on the bowl exterior. Great ruffled edge. Marke...
Category
1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Milk Glass
Pair of Neoclassical Style Square Brass Side Tables with Onyx Tops
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of neoclassical style square side tables is made of brass with onyx tops. This is a French work in the style of Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Onyx, Brass
Italian Porcelain Footed Bowl Urn Neoclassical Style by Mottahedeh, 20th Century
By Mottahedeh
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Italian porcelain footed bowl urn by Mottahedeh, in the Neoclassical style, circa early-20th century, Italy. Beautiful as a s...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Antique a rare burl wooden national cashier register
Located in Brea, CA
a rare burl wooden national cash register. It is in excellent condition
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
$8,888 / item
Pair Neoclassical Brass and Marble Tall Table or Buffet Lamps
Located in Toledo, OH
Pair of brass and marble tall table or buffet lamps in a neoclassical barley twist design with cherub detail and a square marble base. 37" tall x 6 1/2" square base. Shades are not i...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Brass
Leather Horse Animal Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful all leather horse animal sculpture, in the Ralph Lauren style, circa late-20th century. This hand-crafted piece is clad in a light ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Leather
French Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze and Glass Four-Light Chandelier
Located in Barntrup, DE
French neoclassical style gilt bronze and glass four-light chandelier. This beautiful chandelier features three arms each terminating in a flower-shaped clear glass lampshade and a b...
Category
1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Bronze
1970s Neo-Classical Style Carved Mahogany And Gilt Mirrors - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of tall neo-classical style mirrors. The glass is intentionally distressed. The carved frame appears to be mahogany with gilt acc...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Mahogany
1900’s Caldwell Leaded Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930’s Caldwell leaded glass light fixture with interior lights
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Neoclassical Style Mahogany Wood Pedestal Plant Stand
Located in Germantown, MD
A Neoclassical Style Mahogany Wood Pedestals Plant Stand.
Measure 13" in diameter and stand 40" in height.
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Hardwood, Paint
Bronze Neoclassical Table Lamp in style Maison Baguès - France 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Neo-classical lamp in polished and patinated bronze in the style of Maison Baguès.
This lamp will ship from France and can be returned to either France or to an upstate NY USA facili...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Mahogany Neoclassical Style Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of mahogany, Neoclassical style armchairs with painted inlay back. Hand painted inlay features cherub and leaf details. Tapered legs and black back spindles. Great age and patin...
Category
1930s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
$2,800 / set
Antique Portland Blue Jasperware Bowl with White Overlay by Wedgwood England
By Wedgwood
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A stunning Neoclassical Wedgwood Portland blue bowl with a white overlay. This piece is believed to have been a small sugar bowl, however we think it...
Category
20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
$200 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Scale Italian Neoclassical Style Urns or Vases with Ram’s Heads, a Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of monumental neoclassical style pottery urns handcrafted in Italy. They are marked and in very good condition. The urns most likely date to the later part of the 20th...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Pair of Trompe l'oeil Drink Tables After John Dickinson
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fantastic pair of Trompe l'oeil drink tables featuring composite faux marble blocks appearing to be wrapped in a draped cloth and tied with rope. Made in the manner and style of John...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Composition
Six Bronzed Wood Decorative Columns
Located in Hanover, MA
Set of six decorative Ionic and Corinthian columns made of carved wood that has been accentuated with bronze colored leaf.
These were used as merchandising display props at Boston’s ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
$1,250 / set
Antique French Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze & Onyx Floor Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Newly Rewired, New Linen Shades
Materials: Gilt Bronze, Onyx Stone, New Custom Linen Shades
Style: French Neoclassical
Dimensions:
60.50”H x 11.50”W x 11.50”D
Shade:
10"...
Category
1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Onyx, Bronze
Maison Jansen Sconces Solid Bronze & Blown Glass Flame Shade France 1950, Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of French Mid-Century Modern sconces, wall lights in solid bronze by Maison Jansen.
Featuring a torch in black finish with a blown glass flame shade....
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Oscar de la Renta Home Century Furniture Italian Neoclassical Style Armchair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Oscar de la Renta Home by Century Furniture Italian Neoclassical Style Gold Gilt Cream Painted Armchair. Circa Late 20th Century
Measurements: 4...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Classic Tole and Gilt Bronze French Empire Chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
Impressive, excellently crafted empire style chandelier. Made in France. Notice nice definition in gilt work and impressive chain. Wired for USA with UL approved parts.
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Metal
Gorgeous Versace Crystal Vase with Gilded Base. Italy, 1970's
Located in Cantù, IT
Exclusive amber-colored crystal vase, engraved with elegant motifs and decorated with a central "Versailles" engraving. Its classic-style gold base with fine details gives this piece...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Antique Neoclassical Composition Wall Panel in Ebonised Frame
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique neoclassical finely cast composition wall panel with a stunning glazed ebonised frame.
In a large landscape form, this handcrafted plaque is decorated in relief showcasin...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Composition
Spanish Neoclassical Bronze & Mirror Serving Tray, Foliage Floral Design
Located in Barcelona, ES
Large Foliage Floral Foliage Bronze Mirrored Tray with Shell Accents
Beautiful 20th century neoclassical bronze tray with foliage and floral motifs and mirror top. Spain, 1930s-1940s...
Category
20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Library Stepladder in Wood, Leather and Brass
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice library stepladder is made of wood and brass, the steps are trimmed in leather. This is a French work. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
$2,166 Sale Price
20% Off
Circular Side Table in Wood with Lemongrass Marquetry Fillets
Located in Miami, FL
Circular side table. In wood with lemongrass marquetry fillets and agate lid.
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble
Swedish Grace nickel silver table lamp, CG Hallberg, Stockholm, Sweden, 1920s
By CG Hallberg
Located in Forserum, SE
A beautiful Scandinavian neoclassical table lamp from the 1920s, produced by the renowned Swedish silversmithing company CG Hallberg in Stockholm. It features a gracefully slender st...
Category
1920s Swedish Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Architectural Wood Birdcage With Pedestal
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Antique painted architectural birdcage with metal base.
Beautiful metal base is newer than the birdcage.
Two pull out trays for cleaning.
Functional arched door.
Nine spires.
Welded...
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
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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