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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
Mid-Century American Classical Cream Painted and Decorated Maple Twin Beds, Pair
Located in Germantown, MD
A pair of Mid-Century American Classical Cream Painted and Decorated Maple Twin Beds. Measures 42.5" in width, 81.5" in depth, 40.5" height at the headb...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Maple, Paint

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.
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Large Neoclassical Painted and Parcel-Gilt Mirror
Located in Rochester, NY
Large 19th century style fluted cove with acanthus border. The mirror is substantial and very high quality. It may be hung horizontal or vertical. See our other mirrors. Please, cont...
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Composition

Antique 1930's Gretsch Arch Top Acoustic Guitar
Located in New Milford, CT
**Antique 1930s Gretsch 150 Archtop Acoustic Guitar – Vintage Elegance with Timeless Tone** Step into the golden age of American craftsmanship with this stunning antique 1930s Grets...
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1930s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Maple, Rosewood

Pair of Antique French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Mounted Rock Crystal Candelabras
Located in New York, NY
Each finely composed lamp is centered by a baluster-form shaft of cut rock crystal, issuing a pair of spiraled gilt bronze candle arms adorned with foliate scrolls and floral rosette...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Rock Crystal, Marble, Bronze

A Belgian Carved Bluestone Neoclassical Style Indoor/Outdoor Wall Console Table
Located in San Francisco, CA
Made from Belgian bluestone with a honed finish and embedded with fossils, the console table is comprised of a thick rectangular top with ogee edge all raised on scrolled concave sup...
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stone

Set of 6 American Hitchcock Style Chairs with Woven Rush Seats
Located in San Francisco, CA
A set of six New England Hitchcock Style chairs. Hand painted / stenciled and gilt with a deep and rich patination from years of good wear. The seats are woven rush seats and are in ...
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Early 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Rush, Wood, Paint

Small Classic Console Table - Country Finish
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted with a wooden galleried dish top and finished in a hand-rubbed warm tone with subtle distressing, this console table exudes a rustic yet refined aesthetic. The square tapere...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

A series of 12 18th century drawings by Michelangelo Maestri
Located in Harrington Park, NJ
gouache on paper Companions of Apollo, daughters of Jupiter and Mnemosyne (Memory), these nine classical Muses are associated with inspiration and learning. Each of these Muses holds...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Paper

Mid Century Four Drawer Oak Filing Cabinet
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid Century Four Drawer Oak Filing Cabinet. Keys ( 2) and lock present and functional. Measures 16" in with, 17" in depth and 50.5" in height.
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Oak

Tiffany Style Table Lamp With Dragonflies Design
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Tiffany Style table lamp. Its shade is shaped as an umbrella. Its stained glass depict different shades of red, orange, yellow and green....
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stained Glass

Italian Neoclassical Giltwood Decorated Boiserie Overdoor Panel
Located in Nashville, TN
With a faux ( not real ) marble central inset .The crème ground with raised gilded carvings of stylized winged sphinx , Nike , ribbons , Ram’s heads , rosettes and garlands or festo...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Giltwood

Antique Italian Neoclassical Terracotta Bust
Located in Austin, TX
Bust made of terracotta and featuring beautifully chiseled and hand-painted polychrome details throughout in tones of burgundy, blue, and browns. This sculpture depicts the bust of a...
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1820s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Terracotta

Monumental Concrete French Garden Planters or Urns with, a Pair
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A monumental pair of neoclassical style concrete garden planters or urns. The edges of each are in a trompe l'oeil style and give the illusion of ruffled fabric. The sides of the bod...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Concrete

Moviestar Sumptuous Tufted Velvet Gilded Neoclassical Style Chaise Longue
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Sublimely sexy small neoclassical chaise longue having marbleized and gilded frame with scroll arms 24.5 h and impressive paw feet. The uph...
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1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Pair of Neoclassical Painted Decorated Green Settees with Cream Upholstery
Located in Essex, MA
Magnificent pair of matching benches or small settees made in the French Louis XVI neoclassical taste . Beautifully carved green painted frames decorated with a neoclassical motif vi...
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage English Country Iron Garden Sundial "Grow Old Along With Me"
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning vintage iron garden sundial reading "Grow old along with me. The best is yet to be." USA, Late 20th Century Measures: 11.25"W x 11.25"D x 5"H Very good vintage conditio...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

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.
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Cast Stone

American Indian Chiefs Set 50 Framed Cigarette Cards by Allen & Ginter Reprints
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a set of 50 reprints of the now classic "American Indian Chiefs" Cigarette Cards, produced originally by Allen & Ginter in 1888. This set is a ...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Glass, Hardwood, Paper

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

Large Neoclassical Creamware Tureen
Located in New York, NY
Large Neoclassical creamware tureen. Large neoclassical creamware zuppiera of tripod form with lion masks with rings supported on fluted monoped...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Creamware

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...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Cast Stone

Alabaster Marble Urn, Small
Located in New York, NY
A European alabaster marble urn, in the Neoclassical style, circa mid-20th century, Europe (Italy or Spain.) Urn is on the smaller side; beautiful as a standalone piece decorative ob...
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Mid-20th Century European Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alabaster, Marble

C1940 Bankers Dining Room Armchairs 3 Square Back 1 Round back Available
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous collection of hardwood bankers chairs often found in offices, jury rooms, conference centers etc. Created from oak maple and walnut these chairs are heavy duty quality seating, great for a dining area. 3 chairs available and have some variations to them, 3 are more square in the back. Different makers, some are gunlocke chair co...
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1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Maple, Oak, Walnut

19th C. Estate Sterling Silver Bright Cut Napkin Rings, a pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A wonderful pair of Estate Sterling Silver barrel shaped napkin rings, American, circa 1890. Most likely presented as a wedding gift for ‘Anna and Johnny’, the names engraved insid...
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1890s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

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

19th Century, KPM Berlin Porcelain Cobalt & Gilt Tea Cup & Saucer
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite 19th-century KPM Berlin porcelain tea cup and saucer set exemplifies the height of European porcelain craftsmanship. The set is adorned in a deep cobalt blue glaze, co...
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19th Century German Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

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

Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Fruitwood, Giltwood

Alfonso Marina Fine Monumental Italianate Style Armoire, Marquetry Inlay
Located in Miami, FL
Alfonso Marina Fine Monumental Italianate Style Armoire ,Marquetry Inlay Offered for sale is an Alfonso Marina fine inlay monumental Italianate style two-door armoire wardrobe with ...
Category

20th Century Mexican Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

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

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...
Category

Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze, Wrought Iron

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

Exceptional Mahogany Bureau Bookcase from Baltimore Maryland, circa 1830
By Circle of John Needles
Located in New York, NY
Mahogany bureau bookcase from Baltimore, Maryland of exceptional quality. Design is most like examples from shop of John Needles while tapering columnar supports and finely carved el...
Category

Early 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Italian Contemporary Roman Vase Black Gold Print with Mirror Wood Frame 2 of 2
Located in Scandicci, Florence
One of two etching printed Ancient Roman Vase print with gold leaf background hand-gilded and enhanced with a square frame made of mirrors and gilded with gouache and burnished with ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Gold Leaf

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
Category

1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Swedish Neoclassical Style 1910s Painted Wood Drop-Leaf Table with Carved Décor
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish neoclassical style painted wood drop-leaf table from the early 20th century, with carved apron, fluted legs and cross stretcher. Born in Sweden during the first decade of t...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Decorated Venetian Neoclassical Commode
Located in Greenwich, CT
Very fine 18th century Italian, probably Venetian three-drawer commode, the top faux painted to simulate Sienna marble, over three graduated drawers festooned with floral and ribbon ...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Poplar

Frederic Remington (after), Large Cast Bronze of The Buffalo Signal on Marble
Located in Morristown, NJ
After Frederic Remington (American, 1861-1909), The Buffalo Signal, cast bronze signed in the base, on a black marble plinth with brass Remington Art Museum plate. This is a genuine ...
Category

2010s American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass, Bronze

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

Materials

Plastic, Paper

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

20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Set of Eight Michael Taylor Margot Dining Chairs Distressed
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare set of eight Michael Taylor Margot labeled dining chairs featuring a weathered and distressed finish to mimic age. The set consists of six side chairs and two host armchairs mea...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Early Neo-Classical Style Carved Giltwood Italian Table Lamps, Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
These are incredible! A pair of early neo-classical style carved giltwood table lamps with three swans on pawed bases. They have some general age wear but are otherwise in very good ...
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

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

French Cast Stone Garden Bust of Ariadne, Circa 1900
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
French Cast Stone Garden Bust of Ariadne, Circa 1900 France Early 20th Century This French Cast Stone Garden Bust of Ariadne, dating to the early 20th century (circa 1900), is a s...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Cast Stone

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...
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Early 20th Century German Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Maison Jansen, Neoclassical Brass Coffee Table with Black Lacquered Glass Top
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice neoclassical style rectangular coffee table is made of brass with fluted legs and a stretcher on the bottom part. It has a black lacquered glass shelf on top with brass tri...
Category

1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

1920's Silver Plated Caldwell One Light Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell one light sconces with scalloped backplate
Category

1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

Pair of French Neoclassical Cast Stone Garden Wall Brackets Shelves Corbels
Located in Pearland, TX
A fabulous pair of vintage French cast stone architectural garden wall brackets with a Neoclassical scrolling leaves and grapes design. These...
Category

Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Cast Stone

Antique Neoclassic Continental Walnut Commode or Chest of Drawers
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handsome antique commode crafted in walnut having geometric designs and crossbanding over a bowfront case with four drawers, brass hardware and elegant tapered legs, French polished ...
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Traditional Leather Club Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Upholstered in rich, full-grain havana brown leather, this chair exudes luxury while offering durability for years of use. The gently rolled back, curved arms, and detailed nailhead ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Neoclassical Style Round Marble Top Pedestal Center Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Imposing round pedestal center table or dining table featuring a thick Carrara marble top. The large table has a decorative frieze with a scrolled quatrefoil design around the edge. ...
Category

20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Carrara Marble

Set of 12 Antique Dinner Plates Neoclassical "Florentine" by Minton in 1874
Located in Katonah, NY
This set of antique ironstone plates, made by Minton in England circa 1874, features the richly detailed Florentine pattern. The wide border is hand-painted in deep red and embellis...
Category

1870s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ironstone

French 19th Century Neoclassical Recamier or Chaise Lounge
Located in Hopewell, NJ
An extremely elegant French 19th-century Neoclassical mahogany upholstered rcamier. The chaise lounge has a stunning carved lion head armrest, and lovely neoclassical green silk wrea...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Silk, Mahogany

Set of Italian Onyx and White Marble Bookends
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Set of white and black marble bookends, Italy circa 1960's. Wonderful addition to any home office seeking a classic or modern vibe.
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Onyx

American Classical Bobbin Turned Fruitwood Spindle Bed
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Impressive American classical spindle bed crafted from fruitwood. The bed features exaggerated tall bobbin or spool turned bed posts that give the bed a dr...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Fruitwood

Early Wedgwood Dipped Pearlware Bough Pot
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A dark brown-glazed pearlware bough pot with pierced cover and applied decoration, made by Wedgwood circa 1785. The development of a whiteware body had been a goal of ceramicists ac...
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Late 18th Century British Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Pearlware

Signed Clodion "Bacchanalia" Bronze Sculpture Raingo Freres Foundry Marking
Located in Kingston, NY
Signed Clodion "Bacchanalia" patinated bronze sculpture from the 19th century. This exquisite piece was cast by the renowned Raingo Freres foundry, known for its high-quality bronze ...
Category

19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Brass Serpent Snake Candle Holder
Located in Elkhart, IN
A wonderful Art Deco style brass snake candle holder. circa mid-20th century Measures: 4.75"W × 3.25"D × 8.5"H Excellent original vintage ...
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Finest Quality Reuge Swiss 3.72 Note Grand Piano Inlaid Music Box Plays 3 Songs
Located in Tustin, CA
Astounding, finest quality, hand-made estate 3.72 note "Reuge" music and jewelry box grand piano with gorgeous instrumental motif marquetry on burl walnut wood case. The music box plays 3 songs. Flawless sound featuring a 72 note Swiss movement. The wood piano case is handmade in Italy by the world's best master artisans in marquetry. One cylinder; 3 melodies playing one after another. It plays for a very long time when fully wound. Reuge 72...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Burl

Pair of 19th Century Meissen Gold & White Neoclassical Serpent Handled Vases
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of 19th Century Meissen gold & white neoclassical serpent handled vases. Germany, circa 1880s Design attributed to E.A. Leuteritz Hard to find a pa...
Category

Late 19th Century German Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

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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