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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
French Pair of Reproduction Plaster Wall Planters
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
French, 20th century plaster reproduction wall-mounted planters of stylized Medusa figures–not with an abundance of snakes emanating from her head but a thick mane of acanthus. Spira...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Plaster

1970s , A pair of Club Lounge Chairs, Sweden
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
A pair of Swedish lounge chairs from the 1970s, upholstered in luxurious green velour fabric. These armchairs feature a clean and inviting design with slightly flared armrests, plush...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Beech, Pine

Pair Large Italian Neoclassical Style Marquetry Commodes
Located in Houston, TX
A pair of stately 20th Century Italian two drawer chests featuring beautiful exotic wood marquetry.
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

English Hunt Style Leather & Fruitwood Hickory Chair Bergere Chairs - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a classical pair of mahogany arm chairs with mottled garnet / red leather upholstery. They were manufactured by Hickory Chair Furniture Company. They are marked and date to t...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

68-Piece Dinner Set - Wedgwood - Columbia Gold - Complete for 12
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A beautiful porcelain dinner set, made by the English brand Wedgwood, from the Columbia Gold series. This service was produced by Wedgwood from 1964 to 1979. This complete set serves...
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1960s English Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Expandable Round-to-Oval Dining Table with Pedestal Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Neo-Classical Round to Oval Extension Dining Table, c. 1930s A striking example of early 20th-century craftsmanship, this Neoclassical dining table combines streamlined elegance wit...
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1930s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

1900 Large Leaded Glass Caldwell Lantern
Located in New York, NY
1900 Caldwell unusual design leaded glass large lantern with 6 interior lights. Has ribbons and flowers design, also has canopy and additional chain. newly rewired (UL)
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Vintage English Country Iron Verdigris Garden Sundial "Grow Old Along With Me"
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning vintage iron verdigris garden sundial reading "Grow old along with me. The best is yet to be." USA, Late 20th Century Measures: 10.5"W x 10.5"D x 4.5"H Very good vintag...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Antique French Brass & Bronze Bed , Doble Size
Located in Miami, FL
Stylish and unusual French antique brass bed. Rectangular in form but with smooth rounded corners, tubular rails and ball finials. A good quality well-made bed. In good condition, st...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage Adams Style Paint Decorated Display China Cabinet
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Vintage Adams Style Paint Decorated Display China Cabinet Beautiful 20th century hand painted satinwood cabinet on console base by Yorkshire House. N...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Glass, Satinwood

Neoclassical Style Round Brass Coffee Table with Marble Top by Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice neoclassical style round coffee table is made of brass with a Carrara white marble top. This is a French work by Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Carrara Marble, Brass

Stellar Grand Tour Bronze And Marble Table Circa 1910-1920
Located in Bernville, PA
Remarkable Grand Tour Bronze and Marble table featuring three Satyrs holding up a beautiful bronze motif circle with a marble top. A very unique and rare find from the period. Wonder...
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1910s Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French Neoclassical Style Silver Plated Champagne Cooler
Located in Houston, TX
French Neoclassical Style Silver Plated Champagne Cooler. Offered is a lovely French Neoclassical style silver plated champagne / wine cooler or ice bucket. This beautifully detaile...
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Silver Plate

Round Brass Coffee Table with Black Lacquered Glass Top by Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and decorative round coffee table is made of brass with a black lacquered glass top. This is a French work by Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Gilt Carved Mahogany Console Table by Maitland-Smith, Neoclassical Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An impressive and richly detailed neoclassical-style console table by Maitland-Smith, handcrafted in the Philippines. This statement piece is constructed from solid mahogany and feat...
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1980s Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

2 French Painted & Fired Neoclassical Leaded Botanical Stained Glass Windows 62"
Located in Dayton, OH
2 Vintage reclaimed French painted and fired leadedstained glass windows. Features a Neoclassical botanical garden scene with vinbrant flowers and architecture. Signed E Couet alon...
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stained Glass, Wood

Italian Neoclassical Female Sculpture Statue
Located in New York, NY
An Italian reproduction female resin and alabaster marble statue, in the Neoclassical design style, circa mid to late 20th century, Italy. Statue is an off-white/antique white resin ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alabaster

1970s Neo-Classical style Brass Frederick Cooper Table Lamps - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a handsome pair of solid brass table lamps by Frederick cooper. It is 23” to the socket. The base is 7” in diameter. The shade base is 13”D with a height of 7”. They are both...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Large & Perfectly Balanced Antique Hand Crafted Alabaster Pendant Light, Fixture
Located in Lisse, NL
Kindly note that we arrange the shipping ourselves to ensure a smooth, secure, and reliable delivery. This allows us to provide the best possible service and care for your purchase. ...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alabaster, Brass, Wire, Bronze

Pair 1940s French Ebonized Directoire Style End Table Nightstands
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of 1940s French ebonized Directoire style end tables composed of black lacquered wood, white marble top, and brass hardware and sabots.
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass

Neoclassical style. Veined alabaster table lamp, Spain, 1960s
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Spanish alabaster table lamp from the 60s. In neoclassical and Art Deco style, this lamp is made of veined and turned alabaster and worked in relief in the shape of a vase, offering ...
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1960s Spanish Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alabaster

French Vintage Brass & Glass Tiered Table
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A versatile midcentury French, Neoclassical brass & glass two-tiered round side table that will easily rise to the occasion as a serving trolley when entertaining. Four legs with flu...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

White Enamel Ashtray or Jewelry Dish Neoclassical Style, ca Early 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and well-made white guilloche enamel and metal footed ashtray or jewelry dish bowl, circa early to mid-20th century. Piece appears to have never been used. Bowl area is w...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal, Enamel

An ART-DECO NEOCLASSICAL SHABBY-CHIC Blown Glass TABLE LAMP, MURANO, ITALY 1970
Located in PARIS, FR
An important, elegant, luxurious table lamp, Art-Deco, Neo-Classical, Shabby-Chic, composition of 3 generous and sensual pieces of milky white thick blown glass, by yet anonymous art...
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1970s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

French Vintage Brass & Glass Hall Lantern
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This vintage 20th-century lantern exemplifies French craftsmanship and reverence for tradition with its flamboyant brass frame of scrollwork that will really light up a room. Likely ...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Zabihi Collection Gray Antique Persian Malayer Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th Century Antique Persian Malayer Antique washed Rug in gray and blue Details rug no. j2555 size 10' 5" x 13' 3" (318 x 404 cm)
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20th Century Persian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wool

Mid-Century Italian Neo-Classical Style Ebony & Giltwood Trumeau Mirrors - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a beautiful set of Italian carved giltwood and ebonized mirrors. At 61 inches, they make a strong statement. The giltwood is highlighted nicely on the black painted backgroun...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Onyx Marble Vases Life-size Pair Classical Urns Circa 1960
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Life-size pair of green and red onyx turned polished vases, the rolling rims above slender baluster form terminating in circular bases. The onyx vases are carved from single blocks o...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stone, Onyx, Marble

Royal Copenhagen 'Flora Danica' Porcelain 5 Qt Large Tureen & Underplate no 3560
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine, large Flora Danica porcelain tureen and underplate. By Royal Copenhagen. Pattern nos. 3560 (tureen) & 3561 (underplate/stand). From the Flora Danica Collection, Royal Cop...
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20th Century Danish Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

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

Neoclassical Style Brass Psyche Mirror In The Style of Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant neoclassical style swinging psyche mirror. is all made of brass with a beveled mirror. This is a French work in the Style of Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Italian Carved Wood White Lacquer Shell & Dolphin Grotto Chair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a fun chair! It is a mid-century white lacquered shell form grotto chair with carved dolphin / serpent arms and leg supports. The white lacquered finish is a vintage finish. ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Italian Rococo Neoclassical Baroque Gilt Wood Wall Mirror
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous Rococo Baroque Neoclassical style gilt wood framed mirror Italy, Mid-20th Century Measures: 8.25"W x 1"D x 14"H Very good original vintage condition.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Large Decorative Bronze Urn with Verdigris Patina and Classical Relief Motifs
Located in Yonkers, NY
This large bronze urn displays a commanding presence with its classical profile and richly textured surface. The piece is characterized by a flared lip above a bulbous body, raised o...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Neoclassical Alabaster Urn Uplighter Lamp
Located in Barcelona, ES
Sculptural alabaster Art Deco period urn table lamp with neoclassical design, Italy, 1940s. This elegant carved alabaster neoclassical 'uplighter' urn lamp will be a nice addition pl...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alabaster

Taxidermy Butterfly Flying Insects Collection of Multiple Species (10)
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a framed glass display featuring ten (10) flying insects of different spices. Wood frame with double glass. No name or label present from the maker. Dimensi...
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1970s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood

Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Sarouk Rug
Located in New York, NY
Description an early 20th century room size Sarouk Rug Details rug no. j3425 size 8' 2" x 12' 7" (249 x 384 cm)
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Early 20th Century Persian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wool

A Pair of POSTMODERN NEOCLASSICAL Wall LAMPS Sconces France 1990-2000
Located in PARIS, FR
A thin and elegant pair of (double) wall appliques sconces, to be attributed, France 1990-2000. Each sample consists in a single curved wall base with 2 short arms holding 2 long ver...
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1990s French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

Antique Globe Wernicke Four Section Glazed Stacking Barrister's Bookcase
Located in Reading, Berkshire
An Antique Globe Wernicke Four Section Iron Banded Glazed Stacking Barrister's Bookcase 1920s & 1940's as noted by both logos Comes apart in sections for easy transportation. Set of...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Hadrian Roman Breccia Marble Bust
Located in Houston, TX
Italian Hadrian Roman Breccia and mixed marble bust with lapis lazuli brooch.
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Marble

Pair 19th C Bow Glass Sided Display Cabinets from an Upscale Boston Fashion Shop
Located in Nashua, NH
A pair of incredible bow glass sided show cases from one of the exclusive ladies fashion shops in the Newbury Street area of Boston,Ma. These spectacularly designed glass show cases...
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood

Early 20th Century Nichols and Stone Barely Back Windsor Armchair
Located in Germantown, MD
An early 20th century Nichols And Stone Barely Back Windsor stained ArmChair. Very sturdy. Good vintage condition. Measures 25" in width, 23" in depth and 35.5" tall. Arm height is 2...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Neoclassical Federal-Style Twin Bed Frame
Located in Trenton, NJ
This vintage twin bed frame embodies the timeless elegance of the Neoclassical and Federal traditions, with clean architectural lines, crisp painted accents, and refined decorative details. Designed with a strong sense of symmetry and proportion, the bed blends the formality of early American style with a touch of playful painted charm. The headboard and footboard are crafted from solid wood, offering durability as well as a warm foundation for the painted finish. Both pieces are accented by subtle carved finials at each corner, nodding to the classical columns and urns that inspired Federal furniture makers. Finished in a soft blue with contrasting white trim, the bed has a graceful two-tone look that highlights its frame while keeping the aesthetic light and airy. Connecting the structure are sturdy metal side rails, a feature often seen in 20th-century reproductions of early American beds...
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20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

French Neo-Classical Style Iron & Brass Maitland-Smith Queen Bed Frame
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This bed has timeless appeal! It is a French neo-classical style white iron four poster bed with solid brass finials . The finish is an intentionally distressed antique white. It is ...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of Fine Italian Neoclassical 18th Century Style Large Console Tables
Located in Forney, TX
A magnificent pair of very fine quality Italian polychrome and parcel gilt marble top console tables. Most impressive large scale, the contemporary antique reproduction exceptional...
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Carrara Marble

Bronze Sculpture after A. Canova, P. Bonaparte as Venus Victrix, Paris, 20th. C.
Located in Regensburg, DE
Solid bronze figure of a woman reclining on a sofa, “Paolina Bonaparte as Venus Victrix” – a famous motif by A. Canova, from Paris, probably around 1950. Engraved on the plinth “A. C...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Bronze

A small pitcher depicting Ancient Greek motif, Musée du Louvre, signed, 20th c
Located in View Park, CA
A small ceramic pitcher featuring Ancient Greek motif - « Young Men and Girls Banqueting » - from circa 480 BC, made in Greece probably 20th century, signed by artist, and was once s...
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20th Century Greek Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Collection of Leather Bound Classic Books, Easton Press & Franklin Library
By Easton Press, Franklin Press
Located in Peabody, MA
A collection of twenty-seven 1970s-1980s era leather bound and 22kt gold leaf classic novels. Nineteen by Easton Press, and eight published by Franklin Library. Many feature silk mo...
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1970s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Gold Leaf

Neoclassical Cast Stone Iron & Brass Angel Caryatid Console Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Neoclassical Cast Stone, Iron & Brass Angel Caryatid Console Table Enhance your interior with the grandeur of this Neoclassical Cast Stone, Iron, an...
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Cast Stone, Brass, Iron

Wedgwood Jasperware Green and White Vase English Neoclassical
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful 'sage' green and white English Wedgwood Jasperware matte stoneware vase in the Neoclassical style, England, 1973. Vase has Renaissance/Neoc...
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Late 20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Pair of French Neoclassical Cast Iron Garden Urns Planters, circa 1940
Located in Pearland, TX
A stylish pair of vintage classic French cast iron garden urns or planters with the lovely original surface and patina, circa 1940. These beautiful jardinieres are a nice large size,...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Vintage ALVA Studios Cast Stone Aphrodite Sculpture in Black
Located in San Carlos, CA
FOR SALE: Stunning ALVA Studios Cast Stone Aphrodite Sculpture in Black Enhance your space with this elegant cast stone sculpture by ALVA Studios, depicting Aphrodite in striking bl...
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1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Cast Stone

Vintage Italian Neoclassical Gilt-Wood Pedestal Side Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Gold Leaf Gilt-Wood, Travertine Stone Style: Italian Neoclassical
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1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Travertine

Pair of Neoclassical Style Brass Side Tables with Marble 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 joined by a spacer, the legs topped with a fine pineapple finial on each corner an...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble, Brass

Italian Neo-Classical Or Biedermeier Style Burl Wood Bloomingdale’s Chest
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a handsome Italian burl wood commode crafted in Italy for Bloomingdale’s. It has Biedermeier or neo-classical styling. The drawers are paper lined and have dovetail construct...
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Granite

1970's Anthony Cipriano Ballerina Sculpture
Located in San Carlos, CA
Bring a Touch of Grace to Your Home: Vintage Anthony Cipriano Ballerina Sculpture Own a piece of dance history with this stunning 1970s ballerina sculpture by Anthony Cipriano. Insp...
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1970s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Clay

Large Bronze Bronco Cowboy after Frederick Remington
Located in London, GB
Very Large Bronze of a Cowboy and his bucking Horse after Frederick Remmington This Sculpture has such a Powerful Movement and Raw Energy Lovely Sculpture
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Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Neoclassical Urn Shaped Table Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Newly Rewired Materials: Patinated Metal, New Shade Style: Italian Neoclassical Dimensions: 23”H x 6.50”W x 5.50”D Shade: 9"H x 13"W x 13"D
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1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

Henredon Neoclassical or French Empire Cherry and Burl Wood Breakfront Bookcase
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Neoclassical, French Empire, or Regency style lighted breakfront bookcase cabinet or dining cabinet By Henredon USA, Late 20th Century Carved cherry and burl wood, with...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Wedgwood Jasperware Neo-Classical Vase with Flower Frog, 1968
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Wedgwood Jasperware Neo-Classical blue and white stoneware vase with a flower frog insert, date marked 1968. The vase is sprig decorated with classical figures and banded with a r...
Category

1960s English Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stoneware

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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