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: Mid-20th Century
Vintage Italian Pink Marble Classical Style Round Column Pedestal Plant Stand
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian Pink Marble Classical Style Round Column Pedestal Plant Stand. Item features Beautiful pink veins, very nice vintage pedestal, approx 160 lbs. Circa Mid 20th Century....
Category
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble
Brass Drinks Trolley with Two Removable Trays by Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style drinks trolley is made of brass with two removable trays. This is a fine work with nice finely chiseled details. This is a French work by Maison Jansen. Circa...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Classic golden mirror
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Big golden color mirror with beautiful sculpture details and with a cut glass mirror.
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mirror
Woodard Chantilly Rose White Wrought Iron Tea or Bar Cart
Located in Stamford, CT
This is a Classic Woodard Chantilly Rose wrought iron tea cart or bar cart, well made and fine quality.
Wood, a great American company, furnished th...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Palatial 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
1950 Paolo Buffa Permanente Cantu Midcentury Design Marble Wood Dining Table
Located in Brescia, IT
Paolo Buffa
La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Italy, 1950s
Wood stand with brass details
Circle Marble top.
Excellent condiction
Marble in perfect condiction, no crack and no restorations....
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Brass
Maison Bagués, Rare Pair of Neoclassical Round Brass and Glass Side Tables
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This rare pair of neoclassical round side tables are made of brass with a clear glass top. These are very nice side tables by famous fren...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
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
Brass, Metal
Pair of Reclaimed Atlas Garden Statues
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
This highly decorative pair of near life-size composition term statues of Greek God Atlas are an imposing mythological addition to a formal garden or interior. Traditionally, Atlas is depicted holding up the heavens, an eternal punishment bestowed on him for leading the Titan rebellion against Zeus, King of the Gods. However, in these composition adaptions, the Greek God Atlas carries an urn above his head. These can be planted with flowers and foliage or used simply as statuary. Made in the mid 20th century, each term statue is crafted from a blend of cement and fibreglass with some wear throughout that gives them a beautiful time-worn appeal.
Part statue, part jardiniere, these Atlas statues...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Cement
Neoclassical Brass Round Bar Cart, French, circa 1940
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
Attributed to Maison Jansen. Neoclassical brass round drinks trolley, French, circa 1940.
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
French Neoclassical Steel and Brass Antique Accent Table in Maison Jansen Style
Located in Shippensburg, PA
FRENCH NEOCLASSICAL STEEL, BRASS AND MARBLE ACCENT TABLE
Manner of Maison Jansen, circa mid 20th century
Item # 905WGQ20P
A sleek and s...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Brass, Steel
Swedish Painted and Distressed Decorated Fire Surround in Faux Marble Finish
Located in Stamford, CT
Swedish painted and distressed decorated fire surround in faux marble finish. This fine custom quality fire place surround comes directly off the walls of a Greenwich CT Mansion. The...
Category
1930s Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Style Crystal Chandelier Roman Female Figures
Located in Milan, IT
A 20th century Italian seventeen-light crystal chandelier richly decorated with waterfall crystal festoons and pendants, realized with a Neoclassical style ormolu frame decorated by casted Roman Matron figures seated on dormeuse with palmetta shaped fan.
Featured with ten curved arms ending with Edison 14 candles, additional seven E14 light bulbs inside the crystal basket.
It is an Italian creation dating back the circa 1960s, with a superlative quality and gilding that may bring an Italian accent to your luxury interior.
Listed measure do not include any chain, only chandelier structure and upper cup.
Of Italian origin, it comes from a Milanese private estate and dates back to 1960s circa.
The chandelier is in good condition, with new working wiring for Italian European standards, suitable for 17 Edison 14 light bulbs. Two separate wirings working for internal and external lights...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Wonderful French Bronze Regency Empire Crystal 12-Light Neoclassical Chandelier
Located in Roslyn, NY
This wonderful gilt 12-light chandelier has four interior and eight arms decorated with rock crystal drops, rock crystals and crystal spears surrounding a multifaceted crystal plate....
Category
1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze and Crystal Chandelier
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Neoclassical style gilt bronze, beaded crystal and frosted glass chandelier, with 10 interior lights, circa 1930s.
Category
1930s European Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Large French 1960s Chandelier by Maison Charles, Paris
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large French 1960s chandelier by Maison Charles, Paris. Referenced model: Modèle "aux joncs." From a Parisian apartment. Rewired with matching wax candle covers. Adjustable chain an...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Cut Steel
Crystal Face and Pendulum Clock Made by Ansonia Clock of New York
Located in Stamford, CT
Crystal face and pendulum clock made by Ansonia Clock of New York. Bronze case in all beveled glass surround.
Category
1960s Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
French Empire Patinated Bronze Figural Chandelier
Located in Savannah, GA
French Empire patinated bronze neoclassic style chandelier featuring winged figures holding six lights. Great old patina. See measurements below.
Category
1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Brown Jordan Wrought Iron Swivel Chairs
By Brown Jordan
Located in Cumberland, RI
This vintage wrought iron patio furniture set by Brown Jordan is perfect for your outdoor deck, garden, or patio. The swivel seats are comfortable and perfect to relax in poolside.
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
Four Black Painted Metal Tray Tables in the 1940s Style, France, circa 1960s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Neoclassical style set of four metal tray tables painted glossy black with traces of orange primer visible beneath.
The two highest side tables have removable trays (top and bottom...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Set of 12 Val St. Lambert Danse De Flore Cranberry Overlay Dessert Plates
Located in Great Barrington, MA
A rare and amazing set of 12 gorgeous dessert plates with cranberry overlay, cut to clear with central star cut medallion and cameo cut frieze of Roman putti and angels embellished w...
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Crystal
Pair of Midcentury French Carved Lead Outdoor Medicis Planters
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a front or backyard with this elegant pair of neoclassical outdoor jardinière, crafted in France circa 1950 and made of heavy lead, each p...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Lead
Maison Charles Pineapple Bronze Sconces Wall Lamps Neoclassical France, Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Signed Maison Charles pineapple bronze sconces, US rewired an in working condition 2 bulb 60 watts Max.
Measures: Back-plate: 5 inches H, 4 inches W (...
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Pair of French Sconces by Lunel , 4 Pairs available
By Lunel
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of neoclassical Maison Lunel French wall sconces with original white opaline shade, circa 1950s.
Projection to the wall :6"
Maximum wattage : 40 watt per bulb.
US wired and in w...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Maison Bagues “Palm Tree” Bronze Floor Lamp
Located in Miami, FL
Maison Bagues Bronze Floor Lamp, Palm tree form.
US rewired
1 socket, 100 watt max bulb.
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Maison Jansen Royal dining table black lacquered top 1960s
Located in Paris, IDF
This long oval black lacquered top extension dining table is one of Maison Jansen's most iconic pieces. Named Royal, this table was a special design by Pierre Delbée for French actre...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Silver Plated Torchieres
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1940's English silver-plated torcheres with uplight and with finely etched bases.
Measurements:
Total height: 64"
Diameter: 10"
Category
1940s English Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Wonderful Pair Neoclassical Urn Three-Arm Regency Caldwell Empire Sconces
Located in Roslyn, NY
Wonderful pair of neoclassical urn top three-arm sconces with fine etched detail to bobeches, newly rewired.
In the manner of Caldwell
Mea...
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Mario Papperzini for Salterini Arm Chairs
Located in Cumberland, RI
Mario Papperzini for Salterini Arm Chairs
A Set of 5 Aluminum arm chairs
Classic circle back design with
Category
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Aluminum, Iron
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
Maison Jansen Bronze and Marble Coffee Table
Located in Miami, FL
Superb coffee table by Maison Jansen…., brass and vert mer marble top. Very high quality made in France in 1950.
Totally restored and refinished.
Category
1940s European Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze
C.1950's Théodore Haviland "Gold Encrusted Hearts" 21pc Porcelain Dinnerware Set
Located in Thiensville, WI
C.1940's - 1950's Théodore Haviland "Milford" "gold encrusted hearts" 21pc porcelain dinnerware set.
This beautiful dinnerware set comes w...
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Woodard Chantilly Rose Wrought Iron Dining Table
Located in Stamford, CT
This is the classic vintage Woodard Chantilly Rose wrought iron round dining table with a new custom cut quarter inch thick round g...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Library Stepladder in Wood, Leather and Brass
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice library stepladder is made of wood and brass, the steps are trimmed in leather. This is a French work. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Bevelled Table Mirror in Silvered Metal Frame for Make Up and Jewelry
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare, good looking and practical table mirror.
From a local silver and jewelry dealer who is retiring we acquired this wonderful and highly practical table mirror. Thousands of peop...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
Impressive Pair of Cast Iron Enameled Shell Motif Sculptures
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Stunning pair of white enameled cast iron shell motif sculptures, perfect for a mantel statement. These were refashioned andirons cut down to fit on top of a mantel in Palm Beach.
Category
1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Pair of Maison Jansen Brass and Carrara Marble Side Table
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Maison Jansen Brass and Carrara Marble side table .
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Carrara Marble, Brass
French Neoclassic Commode, Cornflower Blue
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassical style painted wood commode from the mid 20th century. This mid-century chest from France features a rectangular-shaped top, which rests above a neoclassical sty...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble
Italian Classical Cast Iron Urn Planter Pedestal Base Round Marble Dining Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian Classical Style Cast Iron Urn Planter Pedestal Base with Round Marble Top Dining Table. Item. Green cast iron urn form pedestal base, 48" round Italian white marble t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Iron
Brass and Wood Tripod Gueridon by Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice neoclassical style tripod gueridon is made of brass with a wooden round top. This is a French work by Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Maison Jansen 2 tier Leather and Brass coffee Table
Located in Miami, FL
Maison Jansen 2 tier brass and leather coffee table
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Maison Jansen Side Table
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Maison Jansen Brass and leather side table .
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Brass Umbrella Stand Representing a Dog's Head Umbrella
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice and unusual umbrella stand is made of a embossed brass with an handle representing a bronze dog's head. This is a French work. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Brass Coffee Table by Maison Baguès
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style coffee table is made of brass with black lacquered glass top. This is a French work by Maison Baguès. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Rare Russell Woodard Gliders + Side Table, Salterini, Wrought Iron, MCM, Vintage
Located in San Jose, CA
A beautiful set of gliding chairs with matching side table.
Salterini collection
Daisies pattern
Made by Russell Woodard
Circa 1960’s
Made of wrought Iron
Gliding chairs in great wo...
Category
1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
2 Vintage Homecrest patio chairs plus adjustable height 30" telescoping table
By Homecrest
Located in San Jose, CA
3 piece set.
2 Homecrest chairs and telescoping coffee table.
These chairs were made by Homecrest, and are made in 1960's.
Made of iron, so they are very sturdy.
They are wonderful f...
Category
1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
Neoclassical Style Brass Drinks Trolley with Removable Trays
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style drinks trolley is made of brass with removable trays. This bar cart is a French work in the style of Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
air of Antique Mahogany Neoclassical Side Tables With Lyre Bases
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition
Original Vintage Condition
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Two Classical Four Light Brass Lanterns, Cylindrical
Located in Stamford, CT
Two classical American four light cylindrical brass lanterns with curved glass panels. Hardwired with original canopies included.
Category
1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Italian Lacquered Goatskin / Parchment Serving Bar Cart by Aldo Tura, 1960s
By Aldo Tura
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Very unique Aldo Tura Goatskin or parchment bar cart. This bar cart was made in Italy in the 1960s.
Constructed of thickly lacquered goatskin / parchment and gilt metal hardware.
...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Italian Lacquered Goatskin / Parchment Serving Bar Cart by Aldo Tura, 1960s
By Aldo Tura
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Very rare Aldo Tura Goatskin or parchment bar cart. This bar cart was made in Italy in the 1960s.
Constructed of lacquered goatskin / parchment and gilt metal hardware.
The table ...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
French Rectangular Shaped Carved Wood Planter w/ Liner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French elongated, rectangular planter with ornate decorative elements.
The planter is crafted with a wooden frame that features a distressed finish, enhancing its vintage appeal. ...
Category
1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
Verlys France Large Pressed Glass Centerpiece Bowl, circa 1940 -1X53
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Elevate your table decor with this exquisite centerpiece bowl crafted by Verlys France circa 1940. Made from high-quality pressed glass, this bowl features intricate floral motifs in...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Glass
Glamorous Large Marble Ashtray with Neoclassical Roman Gilt Metal Decoration
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Super stylish round marble ashtray having Neoclassical Roman motif decoration in gilt metal around the periphery. Great resting spot for your keys!
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Metal
Beautiful Art Deco Solid Wood Door from the 1930s-1940s (Variant A) -1X51
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Enhance the aesthetic appeal of your space with this charming Art Deco door, crafted from solid wood and dating back to the 1930s-1940s. Adorned with exquisite diamond-point detailin...
Category
1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Vintage, 1933, Noritake 'Adelpha' Bone China Set - 91 Pieces, 12 Place Settings
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Elegant Noritake Adelpha dining set for 12.
Based on the stamp this set was made between 1933 and 1940.
The set includes:
(12) Dinner plates - 10"
(12) Lancheon plates - 8"
(12) Soup...
Category
1930s Japanese Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Italian Brass Neoclassical Dining Table Base
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Beautiful Neoclassical Italian Brass dining table base. Great deep detail with four square columns with acanthus leaf design and cross stretcher with center finial. Supports a heavy ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
A Fine Gilt Bronze Cylindrical Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Fine & Elegant Gilt Bronze Cylindrical Lantern, curved & cut glass panels.
3 lights. France, circa 1930.
Dimensions: Height 18" Diameter 9 1/2"
CW5360
Category
1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
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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