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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
Spanish Revival Sunburst Wrought Ceiling Light Fixture
Located in Barcelona, ES
An sculptural wrought iron and glass light fixture with neoclassical and Gothic Revival accents. Spain, 1940s. This hand forged iron fixture has a highly decorative design with fleu...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

18th Century Delft Dutch Delftware Blue and White Cabinet Plate Collectors plate
By Delft, AK Dutch Delftware, Royal Delft
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
18th Century Dutch delftware cabinet or collectors plate. Marked The gilt Flower Pot factory Hand crafted tin glazed earthenware pottery Fully handpain...
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18th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Delft, Earthenware

Oval Brass Drinks Trolley by Maison Bagués
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style oval bar cart is all made of brass. It has two removable oval trays made of glass and surrounded by a delicate brass gallery. This is a French work by famous ...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

1920s Silver Plated Caldwell Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell silver plated sconces with two lights
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

Karges French Regency Louis XVI Mahogany Inlaid Marquetry Buffet Server
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Neoclassical or French Regency Louis XVI style buffet server, bar cabinet, or commode By Karges USA, Late 20th Century Mahogany, with beautiful burled walnut top, inlai...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

19th Century Continental Female Bust Sculpture in White Marble
Located in New York, NY
Fine antique (19th century) continental bust of a lovely female in curls and dress adorned with bows at the shoulder. Apparently unsigned.
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Carrara Marble

Pietro Bazzanti: Important Pair of Life-Size Carrara Marble Dancers After Canova
Located in New York, NY
A Highly Important and Very Rare Pair of Italian Life-Sized Carrara Marble Figures of Dancer Sculptures: Danzatrice con le Mani sui Fianchi & Danzatrice col Dito al Mento ( Danci...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Carrara Marble

1920's Caldwell Sconces with Etched Mirror Backplate
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze sconces with etched mirrored backplate.
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Square Small Ottoman
Located in Westwood, NJ
Bench-made in the USA by master upholsterers, this ottoman is thickly padded and tightly upholstered in geometric pattern fabric, featuring a delicate small welt finish for added ele...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Neo-classical Cherry Wood Gilt Brass Round Side Tables
Located in Forney, TX
Add refined elegance, timeless luxury, and sleek sophistication with this pair of classical style cherry wood side tables! Contemporary design in elegant French taste, exceptionally...
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21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

19th Century French Neoclassical Style Painted Commode
Located in Houston, TX
19th century French neoclassical style painted commode. Stunning 19th century French Neoclassical walnut commode or chest of drawers...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Serge Roche Style Neoclassical Wall-Mounted Stone Plaster Console Table, France
Located in Miami, FL
Large wall mounted console table or shelf in the style of Serge Roche made in France in the 1950. Scrolled and hand carved wall brackets made out of Plaster holding the taupe color ...
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Sandstone

Vintage European 25S Santa Claus Christmas Ornaments Figurines
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Cute set if 25 Vintage European Mercury glass Handpainted Christmas ornaments/ Christmas Santa Claus in beautiful red and gold with glitter.
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1970s German Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Round Reed & Barton Silverplate Candy Dish or Catchall
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A petite round silverplate candy dish by Reed & Barton. This pretty dish will be great on a coffee table or credenza for your favorite candies or even used as a catchall or trinket d...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Saint Louis Crystal Water Jug
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Saint Louis Crystal Tommy pattern Water Jug with handle. It depict a clear crystal adorned with a cluster of diamonds cut pattern a...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Crystal

Rare Antique Religious Italian Catholic Church Carta Gloria Altar Card Frame Set
Located in Forney, TX
A rare complete set of three antique Italian Grand Tour ecclesiastical hand carved parcel gilt cream painted pine "Carta Gloria" altar card frames. Italy...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Pine, Giltwood

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

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

Amethyst Austrian Neoclassical Theme Campana Urn Mounted As A Lamp
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A spectacular amethyst vase featuring faceted diamond cuts, fan cuts and faceted border. The lamp with bronze Bacchus masks with handles, hand-chased grape leaves and an egg/dart rim...
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Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Vintage Replogle World Globe On Stand
Located in San Carlos, CA
For Sale: Vintage 1980s 16" Replogle World Globe on Wooden Stand Discover a piece of history with this beautifully crafted vintage Replogle globe, perfect for any collector or world...
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1980s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Wonderful French Bronze Readed & X Louis XVI Lantern Fixture Curved Glass Panels
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful French bronze readed & X pattern, Louis XVI style lantern fixture having 3 curved glass panels and on the interior a rewired with new sockets 3 candelabra light clust...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Thanksgiving Turkey Wood Platter
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage Thanksgiving platter in a shape of turkey, wood and metal, design studio made.
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1970s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

Thanksgiving Turkey Wood Platter
Thanksgiving Turkey Wood Platter
$203 Sale Price
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Pair of Antique Wedgwood & Bentley Black Basalt Jars England, Circa 1775
Located in Katonah, NY
This pair of Wedgwood & Bentley black basalt urns was crafted at the renowned Etruria factory around 1775. They show the refined simplicity of Wedgwood's 18th-century neoclassical de...
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Late 18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stoneware

Museum Quality Neo-Grec Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Ewer by Edward C. Moore
Located in New York, NY
This Neo-Grec sterling silver Ewer from Tiffany & Co., crafted by the renowned silversmith Edward C. Moore, is a remarkable example of 19th-century American artistry. Produced by Moo...
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1870s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

American Mahogany Drop Leaf table
Located in Huntington, NY
Late 18th Century Mahogany Drop leaf Table each side with Gate leg Carved edge & legs
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Late 18th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Signed 18th Century Sevres Porcelain Floral Cornflower Cup & Saucer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique French porcelain cup & saucer pair. By Sevres. In a blue Cornflower pattern. Each with blue floral decoration with gilt accents to the rim, footrim, and body. The saucer also with a pink flower to its center. Marked 'Bo' - likely for painter Henry-Germain Boileau fils. Circa 1792. Fully marked to the base of each. Simply a wonderful Sevres cup and saucer...
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1790s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

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 ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Vintage Handcrafted Wall-Mounted Brass Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Pair of wall hanging lantern arch style made of solid brass, quality workmanship, bevelled glass, electrified with three 40/watt lights each lantern, beautiful patina great light exp...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

French Neoclassical Marble Top Giltwood Console
Located in Astoria, NY
French Neoclassical Black Marble Top Giltwood Console, with inset figural porcelain decoration to center of each side, on four fluted tapered legs. 32.5" H x 32.5" W x 14" D. Provena...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

Set of Twenty Framed 19th Century French Portrait Etchings
Located in Chicago, IL
A fantastic set of twenty 19th century framed etchings of Roman and Greek emperors, statesmen, and philosophers including Julius Caesar, Augustus Caesar, Cicero, Marcus Brutus...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Paper

Faux Book / Tome Gilt Tooled Leather & Bronze Table Box 'Old English Homes'
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Faux Book / Tome Gilt Tooled Leather & Bronze Table Box 'Old English Homes' This exquisite faux book or tome box is a remarkable piece of decorative art, blending meticulous crafts...
Category

Late 20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

1960s French Neoclassical Hand Brass and Opaline Glass Sconces, 3 Pair Available
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of French neoclassical wall sconces figuring a hand holding a globe. 3 pair available. Each takes one light bulb with max. 60 watts. US wired and in working condition. Back ...
Category

1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Ralph Lauren Clivedon Tufted Black Leather Bed Queen Size
Located in North York, ON
Ralph Lauren designed Clivedon Queen bed, Neo-Classical sleigh bed with scroll headboard and footboard upholstered in tufted supple black leather. Brass claw foot details and gilt ac...
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2010s American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

1930 Caldwell Silver Plated One Light Sconces
Located in New York, NY
pair of 1920 silver plated one light sconces
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1930s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

Italian Bronze Garden Statue or Fountain of Pan Playing Flute, Early 20th C
Located in St. Louis, MO
Antique Italian bronze & copper garden statue or sculpture of pan playing flute while standing on a conch shell on an oval plinth. From an estate with a wo...
Category

1930s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze, Copper

John Vesey Stainless Steel Bronze Neoclassical Desk
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Extraordinary mid-century modern stainless steel and bronze writing table, desk, or bureau plat designed by John Vesey (American 1924-1992). Made in the grand neoclassical French Lou...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Steel, Bronze, Brass

Enormous Tall Rustic French Neoclassical Concrete Garden Planters, a Set of 2
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A set of two large rustic French concrete garden planters. This pair of garden planters sit upon square concrete bases. The fluted sides feature scalloped stylized decorations. This pair will be fabulous flanking a front door, or on a patio. We also love the idea of filling them with ice and Veuve or Moët champagne...
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Late 20th Century North American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Concrete

Hammered Brass jardinière with Lion Handle with Paw Feet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oval brass hammered jardinière with paw feet, the lion handles are a great touch - a great oval shape and size for center piece, kitchen island - or as a p...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Three Piece Marble W/Brass Base French Neoclassical Cocktail Table
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Unusual 3 piece, which is 3 separate tables which butt up against each other to form 1 table. Although they can be used separately or spaced apart with a gap between them. Each table, slightly angled is about 18 inches at it's widest point. Bases are made from solid brass and with a organic styled leg, reticulated frame with heart cutouts...
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1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Carrara Marble, 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

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

Framed Thoroughbred Horse Lithograph by Richard Newton Jr.
By Richard Newton
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A framed lithograph of a thoroughbred horse by Richard Newton Jr. This piece is housed in a wood frame and depicts a thoroughbred horse with a deep chestnut brown coat and a white blaze down his nose. The horse looks forward with its eyes fixed on the viewer. He has a brown bridle with gold accents. This piece is not under glass and has been professionally framed. The back includes a hanging wire. This piece was sourced from the estate of an Oklahoma horse breeder. His home was filled with the most amazing antique saddles, sculptures, show trophies, and saddle blankets. Richard Newton Jr. (1874-1951) was a famous equestrian artist known for his horse and jockey paintings...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

Waterfall Mahogany Bookcase
Located in Annville, PA
This Waterfall Mahogany Bookcase bookcase from Niagara Furniture takes its “waterfall” name from the sides of the piece which appear to cascade downward into larger and larger storag...
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2010s Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Authentic Salterini Wrought Iron Dining Table and Six Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
This is a spectacular rarely found John Salterini wrought iron dining set with an oval glass top table with two arm chairs and four side chairs. Unusual "tree of life" type decoratio...
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Richard Frinier for Brown Jordan Florentine Garden Dining Suite
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Exceptional wrought aluminum patio and garden outdoor furniture dining suite designed by Richard Frinier for Brown Jordan. From the Fl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Large 19th Century Neoclassical Iron Garden Urns – Painted White
Located in IT
This stunning pair of large neoclassical iron garden urns, crafted in the 19th century, showcases timeless elegance and grandeur. Painted ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

19th Century Italian Neoclassical Style Carved Marble Corinthian Capital
Located in Stamford, CT
19th century Neoclassical Italian hand carved marble Corinthian capital. Carved in high relief on three sides from white marble with a now weathered surface. The fourth side left unf...
Category

Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

Pair of Italian Carved Two-light Sconces
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of sconces, of painted and parcel giltwood, each diamond-shaped backplate outcarved with stylized fleur-de-lis, surmounted by palmette flanked by festooning, two iron C-scroll c...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

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

Maggiolini Italian Neo-Classical Inliad Marquetry 3-Drawer Commode
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Neo-Classical (18th Century) commode cabinet with 3 pullout drawers featuring brass ring escutcheons, 2 keyholes on the bottom drawer having marquetry overall inlaid with exo...
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18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

French 19th Century Cast Iron Urn
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A large, Neoclassical cast iron garden urn from the 19th century, exhibiting all the elegance and grandeur of the period. Painted in a deep green, the urn features iconic and timeles...
Category

19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Koken original Brown Leather & White Enameled Cast Iron Barber Chair, Circa 1918
By Koken Manufacturing Co., Theo A. Kochs
Located in Linkebeek, BE
!!!!! System to be reviewed - to be restored !!!!! Sold as is Measures : 70x100cm H:116 cm SH: 65cm Materials and Techniques: Leather - Enamel - Iron Place of Origin: United States Koken was a barber chair company in the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. These chairs are known for their sturdy construction and high-quality materials.Koken barber chairs...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Chrome, Iron

Fratelli Toso Murano Art Glass Neoclassical Glass Jug Vase, Italy, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful Murano hand blown Italian art glass vase. Created by a Fratelli Toso company. Blue core with colorful murine and light blue applied handle. A beautiful piece of art for any...
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1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Murano Glass

Spanish Iron Bench in Gold Velvet with Bronze and Gold Base
Located in Buchanan, NY
This recently crafted iron bench embodies the elegance and enduring appeal of classic Spanish design, brought to life by the skilled hands of European artisans. Employing time-honor...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Vintage Baker Furniture Gate Leg Cocktail Table
Located in Charleston, SC
A versatile solid mahogany gate leg cocktail table. Made by one of the premier American furniture makers Baker. A perfect table when you want something not to large but want the opti...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Walnut

"The Bill Blass Collection" Sotheby's Auction Catalogue, New York, 2003
Located in Philadelphia, PA
" The Bill Blass Collection " Sotheby's Auction Catalogue, New York, 2003 "some damage to front and rear covers - see images" "will look better / amazing with new clear protective ...
Category

Early 2000s American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Paper

Botanical Heavy Classic White Cast Aluminum Openwork Urn On Pedestal 2 Available
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Botanical Heavy Classic Painted White Cast Aluminum Openwork Urn On Pedestal With Interior Tin. Urn 19 1/2" H x 14" Round Pedestal 12" Square x 34" H 2 Available, Each S...
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

19th Century French Neoclassical Period Spring Driven Roasting Jack
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Functional and beautiful early 19th century French Neoclassical Period roasting jack made of cast iron, wrought iron and brass. It is used for cooking in a kitchen fireplace. It is i...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Restoration Hardware Cast Iron Adjustable Height Tilt Top Side table Pedestal
Located in Germantown, MD
Restoration Harware Cast Iron Adjustable Height Tilt Top Side table or Pedestal. Painted in dark brown chocalate. Very heavy and great condition. Measures 18" in width, 18" in dept...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Neoclassical Alabaster Urn Lamp on Column
Located in Barcelona, ES
Neoclassical Alabaster Urn Lamp on Pedestal Stand Gorgeous alabaster pedestal-mounted uplighter neoclassical urn lamp. Italy, 1940s. Amazing aged patina, it provides a charming ligh...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alabaster

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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