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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
Period: 20th Century
Cabin Run Covered Bridge Bucks County Pennsylvania Impressionist Oil Painting
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Impressionist Bucks County - Winter is here and the calmness of night is approaching. A covered bridge gently perched above a lively stream with banks of fresh snow. The ground is co...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

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Canvas, Paint

Pair of Neoclassical-Style Sterling Silver Corinthian Column Candlesticks
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Neoclassical-Style, sterling silver Corinthian column candlesticks, Gorham Manufacturing Company, Providence, Rhode Island, Ca 1915. Each candlestick measures almost 7 1/2 in...
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Sterling Silver

Antique Neoclassical Mahogany Sculpture Pedestal C1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Antique Neoclassical Mahogany Sculpture Pedestal C1910. Measures - 36.25"H x 16"W x 16"D . ...
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

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Mahogany

1930's Pair Italian Carved Alabaster Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair 1930’s Italian carved alabaster table lamps
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1930s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alabaster

1920 Caldwell Etched Mirror Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1920’s Caldwell etched mirror sconces with two lights and glass cups
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

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 ...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Ralph Lauren Academy Platinum Dinnerware, 4 Place Settings Set
Located in New York, NY
A set of 4 (four) place settings in the academy platinum pattern by Ralph Lauren Home collection. Bone china. Signed. Imported, production period 1995-2002. Features a platinum/si...
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1990s Sri Lankan Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Classical Metal Orb Garden Finial
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful vintage metal garden orb finial USA, Late 20th Century Measures: 8.5"W x 8.5"D x 15.5"H Very good vintage condition.
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

Vintage Neoclassical Carved White Marble Alabaster Column Table Lamp 38"
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 20th century white marble alabaster table lamp, carved in the shape of a neoclassical column, wrapped in curtain swag and topped with a vase. Includes harp, glass flower finial,...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

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Alabaster

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, ...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Statuary Marble

Large Pair of Neoclassical Style Metal Planters with Burgundy Panels, 20th C
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A bold and architectural pair of Neoclassical-style metal planters, each measuring an impressive 33 inches square. These striking vessels feature deep burgundy lacquered panels frame...
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1970s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Mickey Aviateur Hachette French Text Comic Hardcover Book 1934
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mickey Aviateur Hachette French Text Comic Book. Paris: Hachette, 1934. 4to, 32pp. "Illustrations de Walt Disney" in comic strip style. First French Edition. Mickey Mouse is a Pilot ...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Paper

Neoclassical Octagonal Green Guilloche & Ormolu Box, after Faberge
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...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ormolu

Italian Neoclassical Style Iron Scrolled Daybed
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stylish Italian iron daybed featuring large, dramatic scrolled ends with x-form stretchers. The daybed has a fitted cushion measuring 8 inches deep upholstered with newer fabric. Sup...
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

A Hand Painted Swan Motif Commode by Nierman Weeks
Located in Lambertville, NJ
An Elegant Nierman Weeks hand painted commode dresser. The top is painted faux marble with a cream textured body with decoration of swans and garlands.
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Neoclassical Style Carved Gilt Pier Mirrors, Pair
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Matching pair of Neoclassical style tall pier wall mirrors, Mid-20th Century. These classical mirrors feature beautifully carved draped cartouches with wreath and urn motifs.
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Composition

Lacquered Neoclassical Style Desk or Library Writing Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Bespoke library table or desk crafted in the neoclassical taste by John Hall Designs, Los Angeles, CA. The desk is constructed from beech and features an intentionally weathered, dis...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Beech

Pair - White Matelassé Covered Swivel Club Chairs and Ottoman, Hickory Chair
Located in Morristown, NJ
Late 20th C. Hickory chair off white matelassé covered swivel club chairs with a matching ottoman. The set is covered in Sovereign Upholstery by Hickory...
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1990s American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Cotton, Wood, Down

Mid Century Neoclassical Style Garden Dining Set Table and Benches
Located in Newtown, CT
Mid Century patio Set attributed to John Salterini consisting of a table that is 60 x 30 and 28.5" high. Also 2 matching benches that a...
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1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

Cast Iron French Style Round Garden Campana Urn Outdoor Planter Pot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cast Iron 28" French Style Round Garden Campana Urn Outdoor Planter Pot. Item features heavy cast iron construction, desirable weathered patina, leafy scrollwork design, raised pedes...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Elegant French Baccarat Lion Handle Dore Bronze Cut Crystal Ormolu Ice Bucket
Located in Roslyn, NY
Elegant and very fine French neoclassical baccarat style lion handle doré bronze ormolu mounted and diamond cut crystal ice/champagne bucket. Unsigned.
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20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Baker Burl Wood & Glass Vitrine, Collectors Edition
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Baker Burl Wood & Glass Vitrine—Collectors Edition is a beautifully made display cabinet, perfect for showcasing fine collectibles, art, books, and heirloom pieces. Standing 84 inches high, 30 inches wide, and 13.5 inches deep, it features an elegant burl wood veneer with brass-trimmed glass panels. The glass door measures 72.5 inches high and 25.5 inches wide, providing a clear and stylish view of the interior. Inside, there are three fitted glass shelves, each measuring 28 inches wide and 11 inches deep. The top shelf has 25 inches of clearance, the middle shelf 22.5 inches, and the bottom shelf 24 inches, with the option to accommodate up to three additional glass shelves for increased display capacity. Designed with both functionality and sophistication in mind, this vitrine is fitted with two interior lights, controlled by a switch located on the left middle shelf, ensuring that your displayed items are beautifully illuminated. Its classic and timeless design makes it a versatile addition to both traditional and modern interiors. In well-cared-for vintage condition, this premium Baker display cabinet...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Italian Concrete Garden Cherub Statue
Located in Wichita, KS
Early 20th century concrete Italian garden statue of cherub /putti figure, c. 1920. This charming, angelic statue is suitable for outdoor use. We offer expedited, fully-insured, cu...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Concrete

Pair of Italian Neoclassical Style Curule Leather Benches
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Newly Reupholstered Materials: Italian Leather, Carved Wood Style: Italian Neoclassical
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1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage Regency Distressed Wrought Iron Urn
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your indoor or outdoor living space with this magnificent Vintage Regency Distressed Wrought Iron Urn, a testament to classical artistry and enduring design. This striking de...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

1980s American School Style Interior Scene of a Sitting Room Watercolor Painting
Located in Morristown, NJ
American School (20th c.), Interior scene, watercolor on paper, signed and dated "Wisner, '81" lower right. A charming, colorful and detailed representation of a beautiful room-scape. It makes me want to grab a good book and snuggle up by the fire. The framing is by The House of Heydenryk...
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1980s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paint, Paper

Vintage Woodard Wrought Iron Patio Set Briarwood "Daisy Barrel" Patio Set
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Vintage dogwood mid-century modern white wrote iron outdoor table and chairs designed by Russell Woodard (circa 1956). Showcasing enameled and intricately woven wrought iron with a c...
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Mid-20th Century North American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Brass Side Tables with Oxidized Mirror Tops by Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant pair of neoclassical style side tables is made of brass with fluted legs and with oxidized mirror tops. This is a French work by Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

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...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Mid-Century Italian Neo-Classical Style Heavy Cast Metal Bench W/ Rams
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a mid-century Italian cast metal bench with ram form appointments and velvet upholstery. It is unmarked and in very good condition. My shipping is running two to five weeks...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

Neoclassical Cast Stone Garden Ball Finial Glass Dining Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Opulent cast stone plaster dining table featuring a monumental garden ball finial or orb base. The giant sphere orb is very heavy and solid festoon...
Category

20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stone, Iron

Maison Jansen Neoclassical Style Brass & Glass Top Side Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Neoclassical style brass square side table by Maison Jansen. The top is glass with a mirrored border surround. All four legs are connected with brass stretchers. Legs and top surroun...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass, Steel

Wonderful Vaughan Bell Jar Glass Star Brass Pendant Light Lantern Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
Wonderful Vaughan Bell Jar Glass Star Brass Pendant Light Lantern Fixture, With A 3 Light Cluster, Accompanied By Chain And Canopy For Installation.
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Kodak No 2 Folding Pocket Brownie Model B 120 Roll Film Camera USA 1909
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Kodak No 2 Folding Pocket Brownie Model B 120 Roll Film Camera USA 1909 The No 2 Folding Pocket Brownie is a folding camera made by Kodak in Rochester, NY, USA, from c. 1909. It has...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Leather, Glass

Vintage Cast Brass Coiled Serpent Snake
Located in Elkhart, IN
A wonderful Art Deco style cast brass coiled serpent snake circa Early 20th century Measures: 12"W × 2.13"D × 2"H Excellent original vintage co...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Early 1900s Globe Wernicke Four Tier Glazed Sectional Barrister's Bookcase
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Globe Wernicke four tier glazed sectional / modular / barrister's bookcase 1920s Comes apart in sections for easy transportation. With original ivorine Globe-Wernicke Co of Lon...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Italian White Ceramic Urns Neoclassical Style, Pair
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Italian white ceramic urns vases, Neoclassical style, circa late-20th century, Italy. Great as standalone pieces or as vases with flowers,...
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

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...
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Late 20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

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...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Carrara Marble

Large Neoclassical Solid Brass Urn Table Lamp
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Stately urn shaped solid brass table lamps features large neoclassical style urn on square ebonized bases. As shown without shades they stand 26 inches tall making an impressive stat...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

1920s Caldwell Silver Plated Light Fixture with Opaline glass
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920’s silver plate light fixture neoclassic style with Opaline glass inset and three lights
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

Neoclassical Lion Motif Wall Planter Jardinaire
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Elegant garden wall planter having neoclassical lion decoration and lovely aged patina.
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1950s Mexican Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

Gilded Broken Pediment Mirror by Donghia
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Neoclassical style giltwood broken pediment mirror by John Hutton for Donghia. This iconic piece will add glamour to any setting.
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Wedgwood blue and white jasperware candleholders
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
Fine pair of Wedgwood jasperware candleholder, neoclassical style item decorated with white flowers and leaves friezes on a sky-blue background. Jasperware, or jasper ware, is a type...
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20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Plant or Flowerpot Cachepot Jardinière with Neoclassical Design
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful flowerpot or plant potholder cachepot, with landscape scene, in the Neoclassical style, circa late-20th century. A great piece for a plant or flower, with exterior featur...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Hand Carved Nude Light Alabaster Glamour Sculpture, Circa 1920
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original hand-carved nude light alabaster glamour sculpture featuring young nude women laying down in the ocean waves. This unique sculpture lights u...
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alabaster

Antique Neo-Classical Bartolozzi Print. 1907
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful red ochre print of an 18th Century Francesco Bartolozzi engraving after Anjelica Kauffmann. Publshed by Otto Limited, London 1907 Text...
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Early 1900s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Paper

Neoclassical Italian Cherub or Putto Cast Stone Garden Statue
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning cast stone green statue of a cherub or putti holding a fish. The fish's mouth was once a fountain and could still be used that way if desired. The piece is the perfect acc...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Cast Stone

Michael Taylor Montecito Round Glass Coffee Table Outdoor Indoor Cocktail Table
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Michael Taylor Montecito Round Glass Coffee Table Outdoor Indoor Cocktail Table. Constructed from solid aluminum for outdoor use with a premi...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Italian Neoclassical Style Pink Rouge Marble Square Coffee Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian Neoclassical Style Pink Rouge Marble Square Coffee Table with Pink/Gold Painted Carved Wood Base. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 18.5" H x 36" W x 36" D.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

Set of 4 Baccarat Tsar Champagne Coupes
Located in Mérida, YU
Created for Tsar Nicholas II, this clear crystal bowl - overlaid in coloured crystal with a high stem, a scalloped base, and diamond and palm leaf decorations - is spectacular. This ...
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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Crystal

Spanish Double Headed Eagle Mini Sized Mirror in Carved Giltwood
Located in Barcelona, ES
Neoclassical small carved mirror in the form of a crowned bicephal eagle. Spain, 1930s Highly decorative frame with a double-headed eagle surmounted by a crown, symmetric wings and t...
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20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Gold Leaf

20th C. Exceptional Framed Hand-Carved Wood Relief of the Last Supper, Rare
Located in Germantown, MD
Early 20th Century Exceptional Framed Hand-Carved Wood Relief of the Last Super. Continental tropical baroque heavy solid wood frame, carved by a master carver. The piece has elaborately carved opulent heavy foliage frame around a meticulously hand carved fugures of Jesus and the 12 Apostles...
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20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

1970s Italian Neo-Classical Style Patchwork Burl Writing Desk
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a 1970s Neoclassical style Italian burl desk with ebonized x-base. The burl is beautiful, and it is finished on all sides. The cross stretcher is brass. The piece is unmarked...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage Italian Neoclassical Style Gilt Resin Mirror with Crest
Located in Pearland, TX
A stunning vintage Italian gilt resin round crested mirror. Marked "Italy" on reverse. This gorgeous mirror has an ornate Neoclassical design with flowers, scrolling leaves, and an u...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Resin

Wedgwood Jasperware Bowl Sage Green and White in the Neoclassical Style
Located in New York, NY
An English sage green and white Jasperware matte stoneware small footed bowl by Wedgwood, in the Neoclassical style, circa mid-20th century, 1960, Engl...
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Mid-20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stoneware

French Neoclassical Style Bronze and Frosted Glass Pendant Light with an Eagle
Located in Barntrup, DE
French Neoclassical style bronze and frosted glass pendant light with an eagle from circa the 1920s. A decorative French pendant light made of bronze with a spread-winged eagle above...
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

F.B. Rogers Silver Company Paul Revere Silverplate Trophy Bowl Argentina 1955
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A unique engraved silver plate Paul Revere Bowl. This petite dish will be a great addition to a current silverplate collection. This piece is unique, as it is engraved on the front w...
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1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Silver Plate

Coffee Table with Finely Chased Gilt Bronze Acanthus Leaf Legs by P.E. Guerin
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Classical form coffee table by New York foundry P.E. Guerin, having a shaped top of glass, raised on finely chased Louis XV-style acanthaine legs of bronze dore, whose tops fold over...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Large Architectural Brass Wall Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Pair of wall lantern or wall sconces, made of solid brass , beautiful patina, beveled glass , four 60/watt lights each lantern, Suitable for wet ...
Category

20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass, Copper

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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