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
Stunning Pair of Vintage Pineapple Shaped Finial Sculptures
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Timeless pineapple motife cast cement finials or acorns having marvelous aged and verdigris patina. The imperfections where some of the cement has chipp...
Category
1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Cement
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
Vintage Neoclassical Shield Shape Oval Mirror
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Italian Neoclassical shield shaped oval mirror.
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Giltwood
Baker Furniture Neoclassical Style Walnut King Size Headboard
Located in Germantown, MD
Baker furniture neoclassical style walnut king size headboard measuring 80" in width and standing 43" tall. Great vintage condition.
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Walnut
A Pair Of NEOCLASSICAL WALL APPLIQUES LAMPS, Geoges JOUVE Style, France 1950
Located in PARIS, FR
An exceptional pair of wall lights with 2 faces, Art-Deco, Neo-Classical, Shabby-Chic, in off-white enameled plaster, circular wall bases, 2 thick arms of square section surmounted b...
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Enamel
1920's Caldwell Gilt Bronze Neoclassical Chandelier with Cut Glass
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze light fixture with cut glass inset. (6 interior lights)
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Italian Neoclassical Female Sculpture Statue, Small
Located in New York, NY
An Italian female resign sculpture statue in the Neoclassical design style, circa mid-20th century, 1950s, Italy. Sculpture statue is an off-white/antique white resin. A great decora...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Resin
20th Century Marble top French Coffee Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite 20th-century French coffee table is a stunning blend of opulent materials and elegant design, perfect for adding a touch of timeless sophistication to any interior. Th...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Brass
1950s Vintage French Rectangular Fleur-de-lis Cement Planter
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Durable 1950s vintage french rectangular fleur-de-lis cement planter crafted from cement stone.
Measurements: 9” h x 28” l x 13.5” w
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Cement
Italian Bronze Neoclassical Putti Di Mare Centre Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Exceptional Italian bronze center table featuring a pair of mermen or putti di mare. The bronze has a lovely patinated finish with verdigris. The base alone measures 45 inches wide b...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Neoclassical Style Glass Top Display Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lovely French Neoclassical style display table. It has a painted black and gold trimmed finish. The legs are an X style with brass fittings at bottom. Great for displaying a small c...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Large Pair of 20th Century Italian Hand Carved Lime Wood Swan Planters
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Large pair of beautiful 20th Century Italian hand carved lime wood swan planters with a worn gesso finish.
Traditionally used for weddings, these pla...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Gesso, Wood
Blue Wedgwood Jasperware Tea Set
By Wedgewood
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Wedgwood Blue Jasperware Tea Set. It has a creamer, a sugar bowl and a teapot. They are all made of bisque light blue porcelain and decora...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
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
1920's Large Leaded Opaline Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's large leaded glass light fixture with 8-10 interior lights.
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Opaline Glass
A Pair of 1980s Rattan and Rush Lounge Chairs with Ottoman Set
Located in Germantown, MD
Vintage rattan and rush lounge chairs with ottoman with canvas loose cushions. Chair is 30" W x 30" D x 38" H. Arm height is 28". Seat interior width is 23" and seat interior depth ...
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wicker, Rattan, Rush
Woodard Chantilly Rose Wrought Iron Tete a Tete, Pair Arm Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
This is the classic vintage Woodard Chantilly Rose wrought iron Tete a Tete - a pair of attached arm chairs with a small round glas...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Maison Charles Neoclassical Bronze 2 patina Console
Located in Miami, FL
Maison Charles Neoclassical 2 patina , bronze and gun metal Console.
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Steel
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
Pair of Pink Baccarat Tsar Champagne Coupes
By Baccarat
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 ...
Category
1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Crystal
Vintage Christmas Ornaments Set Blown Glass Figurines
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage 20 pcs set if handpainted Christmas ornaments figurines Clowns with red hat.4” blown glass silvered and handpainted from outside. Elegant classic traditional Christmas orname...
Category
1970s German Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
20th Century Italian Desk Circa 1900
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 20th Century Italian desk, dating circa 1900, is crafted from high-quality walnut, and showcases the Neoclassical style’s elegance and attention to detail. The desk features a s...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Walnut
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
Wonderful Pair French Ormolu Pierced Bronze Crystal Glass Neoclassical Vases
By Baccarat
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful pair french ormolu pierced bronze crystal/glass neoclassical lion filigree swag vases.
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Neoclassical French Gilt & Silvered Bronze Complete Table Top Boxed Chess Set
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Neoclassical French Gilt & Silvered Bronze Complete Table Top Boxed Chess Set,
Consisting of 33 pieces, 16 gilt bronze playing pieces, 16 silvered playing pieces, and the bronze-mounted chess storage box pedestal.
This exquisite neoclassical French chess set...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Neoclassical Style Steel Curule Garden Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous pair of Italian polished steel patio and garden dining armchairs featuring neoclassical style curule legs. Hand-crafted from thick steel with an open design and dramatic pro...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Steel
Classical Roman Figural Plaster Urn Vase Table Lamp
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Classical handled urn table lamp mounted on sqaure wood plinth base. This urn form lamp is modeled after the Roman Towley Vase and features relief figures in an aged black patinaed f...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Four round wall reliefs in plaster. Ca 1900
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Four round plaster reliefs including Bertel Thorvaldsen motifs and biblical motifs.
Circa 1900.
In good condition with a few minor chips.
Hanging attachments on the backs.
Dimensions...
Category
Early 20th Century Scandinavian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Plaster
Vintage Regency Royal Doulton Dinner Plates - Set of 11
Located in west palm beach, FL
Grace your table with the refined elegance of the Regency era with this stunning set of 11 vintage dinner plates by Royal Doulton. Crafted in England, each plate showcases a delightf...
Category
Early 20th Century British Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Set of Three Terracotta Pots
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A beautiful set of three, unglazed terracotta olive jar plant pots from Turkey, circa 1930, by way of England. In classic amphora profile, each vessel has a gracefully curved shape, ...
Category
20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
Antique hand made rustic miniature chest of drawers.
Located in Allentown, PA
This is an antique handmade solid oak miniature Chester drawers. This dresser top chest of drawers has its original solid brass hardware. This handmade piece has dovetailing at the t...
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Pair of 2-Arm Brass Hurricane Sconces with Spiral Back Plate
Located in San Francisco, CA
A fine pair of neoclassical style, extended double arm, brass sconces with heavy, blown glass chimney shades and rosette detail. American, 1980s. Recently restored and rewired.
Category
1980s Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Neoclassical Antique French-Style Gilded Chair
Located in Rümmingen, BW
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This antique chair features a gilded wooden frame with a spindle backr...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Giltwood
Pair of French Reproduction Empire Style Trumeaus
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A stunning pair of reproduction French Empire-style trumeau mirrors with Neoclassical motifs decorating the painted gray-green frames for a sophisticated and timeless aesthetic acros...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood, Paint
Brushed Steel and Brass Coffee Table by Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice neoclassical style coffee table is made of brushed steel and brass with a clear glass top. This is a French work by Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Steel
Neoclassical Style Brass and Glass Hanging Hall Lantern
Located in Barntrup, DE
Beautiful French mid-20th century neoclassical style single light interior hanging lantern with six glass panels. Each of the six glass panels has a cut starburst decor.
One socket f...
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Grand-Scale Arched Glass-Paneled Double Doors
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of grand-scale arched glass paneled double doors. Contains (mostly) original glass plates (one missing, the second broken) Constructed, circa 1910 in...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood
Swedish Neoclassical Buffet Sideboard Credenza
Located in Atlanta, GA
Gorgeous Swedish Neoclassical or Biedermeier style buffet, sideboard or credenza with dark golden birch with ebonized trim. Two doors on the sides and one center door open to reveal ...
Category
1920s Swedish Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Birch
Midcentury American Classical Solid Oak Pedestal or Plant Stand
Located in Germantown, MD
Midcentury American Classical Solid red Oak Pedestal or Plant Stand in very good vintage condition. Measures 12" in diameter and stands 33" tall. Very...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Oak
Pottery Flower Plant Planter Cachepot Jardinière
Located in New York, NY
A turquoise urn-style pottery flower or plant pot planter cachepot jardinière, circa early-20th century. A beautiful small urn-like turquoise blue pottery planter...
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Pottery
Pair of Neoclassical Faux Alabaster Table Lamps Beige
Located in Miami, FL
Wired and fully functional.
Measures: 33.50" high x 18" wide x shade depth 13.25".
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain, Wood
Big Library Stairs Mid-20th Century Library Steps Ladder Carved Wood Leather
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Impressive & luxurious 1960s old classic Library steps,
the circular step ladder features four stairs rolled around a central post embellished with a decorative brass finial at the...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of Roseville Zephir Lily Candle Stick Holders in Bermuda Blue, 1946
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Pair of Roseville Pottery ceramic candle stick holders in the Zephyr Lily pattern on blue background are marked with molded "Roseville U.S.A. 1163 4 ½" on the bottoms.
Zephir Lily p...
Category
1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Antique Neoclassical Column Table Lamp in Patinated Brass
Located in Meer, VAN
Antique Neoclassical Column Table Lamp in Patinated Brass.
Converted from an antique oil lamp, this neoclassical column table lamp is a heavy and beautifully patinated piece. Great ...
Category
Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Newburyport Pewter Candlesticks by Towle, a Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of traditional pewter candlestick holders made by Towle Silversmiths. Sleek flared capitals and graduated round bases. Marked ‘Towle’ underneath.
Each measures 3.75" tall x ...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Pewter
Classic Leather Sofa Couch
By Classic
Located in New York, NY
Comfy burgundy leather sofa, with brass studs. Classic form, original condition, clean, ready to use. Cushions do sit flat, they were just not p...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Leather
Pair of Monumental Cast Iron Garden Urns 53.5"H
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
A Gorgeous Pair of Palatial Cast Iron Garden Urns. Measuring an impressive 53.5" in height. Each massive sits atop a separate pedestal that measures 17"H x 20"'D. The urns measure 36...
Category
1930s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Sevres Porcelain Box
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Sevres porcelain box
Origin France Circa 1900
Interior decoration (flowers)
bronze mount
hand painted box.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Italian Brass Neoclassical Dining Table Base
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Beautiful Neoclassical Italian Brass dining table in the manner of Mastercraft. Great deep detail with four square columns with acanthus leaf design and cross stretcher with center f...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Important Pair of Neoclassical Style Brass Side Tables by Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and important pair of neoclassical style side tables are made of brass with two glass shelves. They are decorated by a flame on top of the corners. This isa French wor...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
French Neoclassical Style Round Side Table with Brass Inlay
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Very fine French neoclassical style side table with brass inlay's and patterned wood top. Great attention to detail.
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Incredible Pair of Compatible Lipstick Red Wing Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A Pair of very well made, solid feeling and comfortable wing chairs upholstered in a striking lipstick red leather. Both of the chairs have traditional flat-panel arms and tapered wo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
c. 1910 Tiffany Sterling Silver "Winthrop" Flatware Service for 8
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1910 Tiffany Sterling Silver "Winthrop" Flatware Service for 8. Arts & Crafts "E" monogram. Service for 8 of dinner knives (10.125"), forks (7.5") & teaspoons (5.625"). Luncheo...
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
20th Century Neo Classical Hand-Crafted Terracotta Sicilian Sculpture
Located in Catania, Sicilia
It’s a bust-style sculpture, capturing the head of a woman with soft, classical features. The face has serene, somewhat idealized features, with a closed or neutral mouth and heavy-l...
Category
Mid-20th Century Sicilian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
Pair of Ralph Lauren Nickel Retractable Sconces
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Miami, FL
Pair Ralph Lauren 'Sargent' swing arm wall lamps, c., 2-light wall articulated wall sconce, in "Butler's silver" finish, marked "Ralph Lauren" on wal...
Category
1990s American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Pair of Fornasetti Architecture Lamps
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Rare pair of iconic Piero Fornasetti architecture lamps from the Architecture series. American wired.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
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.
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Giltwood, Mirror
Stylish Venetian Murano Glass Wall Mirror, Circa 1910
Located in CABA, AR
Elevate your space with the timeless elegance of this exquisite Venetian Murano wall mirror, a captivating blend of tradition and sophistication. Its mirrored frame is adorned with ...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Blown Glass
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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