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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.

Find antique neoclassical furniture today on 1stDibs.

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Style: Neoclassical
Recognized Seller Listings
'Windermere‘ wallpaper by Papier Français, collection BNF N°1
Located in New York, NY
Repeat: 54,2 cm / 21.3 in Founded in 2019, the French wallpaper brand Papier Francais is defined by the rediscovery, restoration, and revival of iconi...
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2010s French Neoclassical Furniture

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Paper

19th Century Italian Marble Bust of Socrates
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th Century Italian Marble bust of the Classical Greek philosopher Socrates. His draped robe is hand-carved in red Scagliola with the face modelled in contrasting white Carrara marb...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Carrara Marble

Pair of George III Neo Classical Wine Coasters by Robert Hennell, 1773
Located in London, GB
A very fine pair of George III Neo Classical Wine Coasters made in London in 1773 by Robert Hennell The Wine Coasters are circular in form with a spreading base, which is decorated ...
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18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Silver

Pair 19th Century Giltwood Trumeau Pier Mirrors With Period Compartmental Plates
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Pair 19th Century of giltwood trumeau pier mirrors with period compartmental plates set within ornate giltwood frames. The frames are intricately car...
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Early 19th Century Irish Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Giltwood

19th Century Red Glazed Jardiniere With Lion Head Masks
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th Century Jardiniere with lion head masks and garland detailing decorated with blended rich red majolica glaze.
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19th Century Irish Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Majolica

Pair of ‘Neo-Grec’ Style Multipatinated Bronze Amphora Vases
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A Large And Rare Pair of ‘Neo-Grec’ Style Multipatinated Bronze Amphora Vases by Ferdinand Levillain and Ferdinand Barbedienne. Signed to the cast ‘F. Levillain Fecit 1880’ and ‘F. Barbedienne’. This large pair of multipatinated vases are of amphora form modelled in the ‘Neo-Grec’ style with trumpet shaped necks and scrolling handles terminating in masks; the vases are raised on circular spreading bases put down on plinths. Each vase is finely ornamented with laurel leaves and garlands to the neck, the main body with a superb banded frieze cast in low relief depicting the Centauromachy. In the Centauromachy, the Lapiths battle with the Centaurs at the wedding feast of Pirithous. An enduring classical theme linked with the idea of culture versus nature, the Centauromachy was widely depicted in ancient Greece from the Southern Metopes of the Parthenon Freieze to the Temple of Apollo Epikourious at Bassai, it also appears as a subject on numerous Attic vases such as the Ilioupersis krater. A popular theme for artists from the Renaissance onwards it was depicted by amongst others, Michelangelo, Piero di Cosimo, Luca Signorelli, Sebastiano Ricci...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

19th Century Carved Marble Bust of a Nymph by Robert Physick
Located in London, GB
A Carved Marble Bust of a Nymph By Robert Physick (1815-1882) Carved from Carrara marble, the female bust signed and dated to the base "Robt Physick. Sculp : 1875." English, cir...
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19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble

Pair of Early 20th Century English Carved and Painted Neo-Classical Jardinières
Located in London, GB
A Pair of hand carved Neo-Classical Jardinières By Lenygon & Abbot The design derived from the ancient Roman sarcophagus, these carved planters are supported on lion's paw feet, the oval fluted bodies dressed with Lion's masks. circa 1920 The Lion Mask holding a ring in its mouth derives from Ancient Roman furniture...
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Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

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Wood

Silver Gilt Portland Vase by Elkington & Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
This magnificent silver-gilt Portland vase was crafted by the pioneering silversmithing firm of Elkington & Co. The iconic classical scenes are chased up...
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19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Silver, Sterling Silver

19th Century Pair of Giltwood Girandoles
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th century pair of neoclassical style giltwood rectangular girandoles. Later adapted for electricity. The frieze with carved tied ribbon and carved acanthus leaves flanked by class...
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Early 19th Century Irish Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Mirror, Giltwood

Large Pair of Neoclassical Sculpture Pedestals White Painted and Giltwood, 1800s
Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE
A very attractive pair of Italian white painted and faux marble pedestals with giltwood accents, with beautifully carved decorations such as a central garland and acanthus leaves, re...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Wool, Wood

Dining-Room Table by Daniel Passegrimaud
By Daniel Passegrimaud
Located in Paris, FR
Cylindrical and fluted steel legs with gilded bronze end-legs Glass top neoclassic style.
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1970s European Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze, Steel

Italian, 18th Century Decorative Panel
By Bonzanigo
Located in New York, NY
A neoclassical painted and gilded overdoor panel in the manner of Giuseppe Maria Bonzanigo, circa 1790.
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1790s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Wood

Iberian Mirror
Located in New York, NY
The so-called Bilbao mirrors were made circa 1800 in Portugal and Spain and named after the city where many were crafted. On our shores they’re often mis...
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Early 1800s Spanish Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Mirror, Walnut

Pair of Italian 1930s Alabaster Lamps
By Cooperativa Artieri dell’Alabastro 1
Located in New York, NY
A translucent alabaster lamp of the same model was featured in the July 1938 issue of Domus magazine, which was established and edited by Gio Ponti. They were made in the Volterra wo...
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1930s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Alabaster

Early Tiffany New York Classical Sterling Silver Wine Ewer
Located in New York, NY
Tall Classical sterling silver wine ewer. Made by Moore for Tiffany & Co. at 550 Broadway, New York, ca 1855. Ovoid bowl with helmet mouth and raised round foot; cast high-looping fr...
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Mid-19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

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...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze, Wrought Iron

New York Classical Centerpiece Compote by John Wendt for Ball, Black
Located in New York, NY
Classical sterling silver compote. Made by John Wendt for Ball, Black in New York, ca 1870. Round and curved bowl mounted to open support comprising three leafing oak shoots with acorns inset with cast figure of standing boy holding a ball in each hand with one arm raised. Domed foot. Reeding and beading. A fashionable centerpiece evocative of youth and growth. The figure suggests the influence of the Dancing Faun, the ancient statue...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

'Rose Naissance‘ wallpaper by Papier Français, collection BNF N°1
Located in New York, NY
Repeat: 70,8 cm / 27.9 in Offset Match : 35 cm / 13.8 in Founded in 2019, the French wallpaper brand Papier Francais is defined by the rediscovery, restoration, and revival of iconi...
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2010s French Neoclassical Furniture

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Paper

Large Belgian Silver Gilt Vase, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
Large Belgian silver gilt vase, 19th century Belgian, 19th Century Height 36cm, width 52cm, depth 39cm This superb vase is crafted from shining silver gilt. Of rounded campagna for...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Silver

Pair of Antique Tiffany English Neoclassical Candlesticks
Located in New York, NY
Pair of English Neoclassical-style sterling silver candlesticks. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1917. Each: Urn socket mounted to tapering shaft on raised and round foot. Poin...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Pair Girandole Mirrors
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th Century pair girandole mirrors with bevelled glass and brass frames with arched tops and bases. Each with a pair of scroll stemmed candle holders.
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Late 19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

French 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Jasperware Table Jardinière
Located in London, GB
French 19th century gilt bronze and jasperware table jardinière French, Late 19th Century Height 23cm, width 53cm, depth 25cm Crafted from gilt bronze and jasperware, this antiqu...
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Late 19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ormolu

Pair of Large Lidded Royal Vienna Porcelain Vases
Located in London, GB
Pair of large lidded Royal Vienna porcelain vases Austrian, 19th Century Height 61cm, width 42cm, depth 19cm This exceptional pair of vases combine an intriguing form with superb p...
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19th Century Austrian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Set of Four Antique Ormolu Roundels by Mathurin Moreau
Located in London, GB
Set of four antique ormolu roundels by Mathurin Moreau French, Late 19th Century Height 3cm, diameter 44cm This set of four sculptural panels is crafted by the renowned French met...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ormolu

Swedish Designer, Lounge Chairs, Birch, Velvet, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of green grey velvet and birch lounge chairs designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s. Seat height 16”.
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1930s Swedish Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Birch

Library Steps
Located in Greenwich, CT
A set of 19th century mahogany library steps having six levels with a top vertical holding pole, the set resting on two turned long front legs tied with a box stretcher and ending in...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Antique Russian Classical Silver Candlesticks
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Antique Russian Classical Silver Candlesticks, ca 1888. Each: Round socket; flared rim mounted with pierced and scalloped border. Baluster spool socket with floral garland kn...
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Late 19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Silver

Grand Entrance or Hall Lantern
Located in Greenwich, CT
A grand hanging entrance or hall lantern in patinated iron of octagonal form with four large tapering sides and four chamfer corner sides, all with beveled glass, below a domed corni...
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

A Terracotta Statue representing the Goddess Flora on Pedestal
Located in Katonah, NY
A fine and rare terra-cotta figure of Flora in contrapposto pose, classically robed with hair swept up and in curls, with a floral wreath in the figure’s proper right hand, and a nos...
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1870s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Terracotta

French large Bronze of a Lion after Claude Michel Clodion, 19th century
Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE
Very fine and large bronze of a reclining lion. Many details, such as the treatment of the lion’s mane demonstrate the sculptor’s mastery skill, as well as an understanding of the an...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Eleven Large Creamware Soup Dishes Made by Spode England Circa 1820
Located in Katonah, NY
This elegant set of eleven large creamware soup dishes from Spode, circa 1820, is a beautiful example of English neoclassical style. The acanthus leaf border, painted with bright en...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Creamware

Rare 19th Century Neoclassical Cast Iron Urn
Located in Mjöhult, SE
Rare 19th-century neoclassical cast iron urn / vase with a mythological motif. Copenhagen, Denmark, circa 1850.
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Mid-19th Century Danish Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Three Wedgwood Creamware Oval Dishes England Circa 1830
Located in Katonah, NY
Made by Wedgwood in England circa 1830, this group of three oval dishes is lovely creamware with a simple, elegant design. Creamware is cream-colored, refined earthenware. It was cre...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Creamware

19th Century Cast Iron Fountain
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th Century cast iron garden fountain of a reclining sea nymph with a wonderful aged patina.
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19th Century Irish Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Pair of Neoclassical Simulated Porphyry Scagliola Pedestal Columns
Located in Shippensburg, PA
PAIR OF NEOCLASSICAL SIMULATED-PORPHYRY SCAGLIOLA PEDESTAL COLUMNS Probably Italian, circa late 19th century Item # 403HRY18X This fine pair of Neoclassical columns are exquisite ex...
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19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Scagliola

Neoclassical Sterling Silver Pair Of Wine Coasters - London 1799
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1799 by Robert & David Hennell, this very handsome pair of George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Wine Coasters, feature plain sides, reed borders, and si...
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1790s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Important Maison Jansen Velvet and Gilt Canapé, c. 1930s, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful Maison Jansen settee in emerald green velvet and gilt frame, signed underneath with remnants of Jansen stamp. Incredible collectors piece, wi...
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1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Velvet

Greek Key Decoration on a Peach and Purple Regency Period English Pearlware Dish
By Wilson & Co
Located in Katonah, NY
This is the perfect dish to place on a low table with candies or by the front door to welcome you home and hold your keys and other small items. The strong purple Greek key decoratio...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Earthenware

Hester Bateman - Rare Neoclassical Saffron Pot - London 1782
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1782 by Hester Bateman, this charming and very rare, George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Saffron Pot, stands on four feet, and features Neoclassical st...
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1780s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Neoclassical Marble Top Gilt-Metal Console Table
Located in New York, NY
The rectangular white marble top set within a metal edge; raised on X-form supports joined by oval floral rosettes, terminating in paw feet; with an antiqued gilt finish to the metal.
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble, Metal

Pair 19th Century Dove Grey Marble Column Pedestals
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Pair 19th Century dove grey marble column pedestals, of good proportions, with stepped circular bases.
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

Boston Classical Coin Silver Basket by Haddock, Lincoln & Foss
Located in New York, NY
Classical coin silver basket. Made by Haddock, Lincoln & Foss in Boston, ca 1860. Round and curved with four cast leaf-mounted leaf supports. Beaded...
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Mid-19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Silver

Early 20th Century Pair Amber Glass & Bronze Lamps
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Early 20th Century pair Amber glass and bronze lamps standing on black veined marble circular bases.
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Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Stunning Engraved Neoclassical Antique Sterling Silver Tea Caddy - London 1806
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1806 by Thomas Paine Dexter, this charming, George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Caddy, is oval in shape, and in the Neoclassical taste, with bright cut engraved decoration to the body and lid, a tea plant finial, and an engraved crest to the cartouche. The tea caddy measures 4.25"(11cm) tall, by 4.5"(11.5cm) wide, by 3.25"(8.5cm) deep, and weighs 11 troy ounces. The crest is likely that of John Trotter...
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Early 1800s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair Early 20th Century Neoclassical-Style Green Malachite Obelisks
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Pair early 20th Century Neoclassical-style decorative green malachite obelisks raised on square bases. Malachite has been used as a gemstone and sculptural material for thousands of...
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Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Furniture

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Malachite

19th Century Rosé Boréal Pillar
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th Century Rosé Boréal pillar in the form of a classical column. The solid cylindrical barrel, in a blush coloured Rosé Boréal stone rests on a squared base of black marble.
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stone, Marble

Danish Classical Silver Butter Dish by Vilhelm Christensen, 1890
Located in New York, NY
Classical silver butter dish. Made by Vilhelm Christensen in Copenhagen in 1890. Globular; cover hinged side disc and barbell mounts. Cast double-scroll mounted brackets for tongs an...
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1890s Danish Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Silver

19th Century Pair Ceramic Busts
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th Century Pair Ceramic Busts depicting the Greek figures Aphrodite and Homer, both giving the illusion of aged stone. The bust of Homer is based on a much-restored Roman copy of ...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Ceramic

Neoclassical George III Period Pair of Candlesticks - Hallmarked in 1790
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1790 by John Parsons & Co., this handsome pair of George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Candlesticks, are in the neoclassical style, with bright cut e...
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1790s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Early 19th Century Classical Style Oval Shaped Urn
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Early 19th Century Portland stone classical style oval shaped urn with carved lion mask detailing sitting on a fluted base.
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Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stone, Limestone

Neoclassical George III Period Antique Sterling Silver Tea Caddy - London 1775
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1775 by Walter Brind, this charming, George III period, Antique, Sterling Silver Tea Caddy, is cylindrical in shape, with wonderful engraved decoration to the...
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1770s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

A Large Neoclassical White Ceramic Urn as Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
With black paper shade. Later mounted as a lamp. Provenance: From the estate of Doris Duke
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19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Ceramic, Wood

A Pair of Stoneware Statues of Commerce and Knowledge
Located in Katonah, NY
A fine and rare pair of stoneware figures representing Commerce and Knowledge, possibly produced by Doulton & Co. of Lambeth, England, the figure of Knowledge depicted as a youth, classically robed and seated on a tree trunk, with open book in proper left hand and stylus in proper right hand, the figure of Commerce depicted as a youthful Hermes, the Greek god of trade, commerce and communications, partially draped, wearing a winged helmet and holding a caduceus, standing alongside a barrel topped with a book and a money pouch, English, ca. 1870. Each figure 47 ins. high. Knowledge 20 ins. wide, 16 ins. deep. Commerce 20 ins. wide, 16 ins. deep. On associated composition stone square pedestals...
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1870s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Stoneware

Pair of Red Marble Pedestals in the Neoclassical Style
Located in London, GB
Pair of red marble pedestals in the Neoclassical style French, 19th Century Height 108cm, width 33cm, depth 33cm Crafted in France during the 19th century, this refined pair of ped...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

Pair of French Malachite and Ormolu Pedestals
Located in London, GB
Pair of French malachite and ormolu pedestals French, 20th Century Height 102cm, width 44cm, depth 44cm Elegantly mounted with ormolu features and fully covered in malachite, this...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

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Malachite, Ormolu

Doré Bronze And Enamel Writing Desk Casket
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exquisite French writing desk casket is a stellar example of neoclassical craftsmanship. Fashioned from Doré bronze and adorned with royal blue enamel, it features a classical t...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

'Kaleido‘ wallpaper by Papier Français, collection BNF N°1
Located in New York, NY
Repeat: 40,6 cm / 16 in Founded in 2019, the French wallpaper brand Papier Francais is defined by the rediscovery, restoration, and revival of iconic ...
Category

2010s French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Paper

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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