Neoclassical Wall Decorations
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
Hand-Colored Engraving of a Charming Holland Neighborhood 1710 Matted
Located in Palm Springs, CA
And engraving printed in Holland in 1710 by Lambert Visseher from a prominent Palm Springs, CA estate.. This charming image is of a neighborhood in Holland, on the edge of a river (o...
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1710s Dutch Antique Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Pair of rectangular porcelain plates with antique scenes, early 19th century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of rectangular plates in porcelain representing antique scenes on cartouches with languished odalisques and nymphs and surrounded by putti in greyness. First frame in the medieval style and gold color; second one in celestial blue, reminding the color created by the chemist...
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1830s French Antique Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
1939 Watercolor by FR Walker in the Manner of Winslow Homer
By Winslow Homer
Located in Pasadena, TX
"'On the Lake" watercolor in the manner of Winslow Homer
3 gentlemen canoeing on the lake. Signed FR Walker. Framed, 1939
Measures: 30" W x 25" H x 2" D.
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1930s Vintage Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Set of 6 Antique Barrowclough & Sanders Tiles
By Minton
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A set of six early 19th century tiles decorated Barrowclough & Sanders on a Minton tile.
In Neoclassical style, each 5 inch tile showcases classically dressed figures, musicians, an...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Clay
Follower Jacques-Louis David Neoclassical Red Chalck French Paper
By Jacques-Louis David
Located in Roma, IT
Period red chalck watercolor pencil drawing with neoclassical subject.
Depicting the Atilius Regulus departing for Carthage.
Atilius Regulus was a Roman statesman taken prisoner during the first Punic War between Rome and Carthage.
The highly dynamic and evocative scene is undoubtedly from ancient...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood, Paper
"Veduta Della Pirimide Di C. Cestio" Hand-Tinted Engraving by Luigi Rossini
By Luigi Rossini
Located in New York, NY
Picturesque 1822 engraving of the pyramid built as a tomb for Gaius Cestius, circa 18 BC. Luigi Rossini (1790-1857) was an Italian artist celebrated for his view...
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1820s Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Decorations
William Minshall Birchall "Golden Gate" Watercolor
Located in Astoria, NY
William Minshall Birchall (American, 1884-1941) "US Bark Golden Gate" marine watercolor on paper, signed and titled to lower left, housed in a white painted frame.
Dimensions: Ima...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood, Paint, Paper
19th Century Italian Grand Scale Wall Mounted Lavabo
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century Italian grand scale wall mounted lavabo ( no basin ) faux marble with swan head spigot emminating large shell lower center acanthus leaf details, Italy.
NOTE:
1 MORE A...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Brass
19th Century Pair of Painted Miniatures - Pastels Floral Women
Located in Newfoundland, PA
Pair of 19th-century miniature painted portraits of women. Painted on what looks to be celluloid with oval wood frames Measuring 5.3 in x 4.6 in. Signed Illegibly. Beautifully detail...
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1840s Antique Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Other
Framed Figurative Drawing by Robert Henri Ashcan School
By Robert Henri 1
Located in Atlanta, GA
A framed pencil/charcoal drawing of a figure by Robert Henri (1865-1929). The work depicts an old man dons a cape and a hat and holds an umbrella, and is likely a study by the artist...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
18th Century Neoclassical Mirror with Signed Grisaille by Jacob de Wit, 1749
By Jacob De Wit
Located in Essex, MA
Rare signed and dated Grisaille panel of The Allegory of Art by "Jacob de Wit," 1749.
Incorporated into a mirror in the late 18th century.
Putti en grisaille.
Original gilt.
Al...
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Mid-18th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Beech
18th Century Italian Neo Classical Saint John Basilica Black and White Engraving
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate an office or study with this antique black and white engraving. Hand colored in Italy circa 1775, the large monochromatic etching is...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Pair of Neoclassical Scenes on Paper with Custom Colored with Gild Detail Frame
Located in Carmel, CA
This is a handsome pair of neoclassical prints on paper. The buff matting has a gold bead and the custom frame is hand colored with a gilded bevel edge.
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
Set of 7 Mounted and Framed Norman Rockwell Prints A charming set of 7
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Set of 7 Mounted and Framed Norman Rockwell Prints
A charming set of 7, reflecting American every day culture from the The Saturday Evening Post Magazine
The prints re framed 9” x ...
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1940s Vintage Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
19th C, Academy Student Drawing, Pencil on Paper
Located in Leuven , BE
Framed, signed and dated.
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19th Century Belgian Antique Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Italian early 19th century Neo-Classical st. Gilt and patinated wood Gouache
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An important and high quality Italian early 19th century Neo-Classical st. Gilt and patinated wood Gouache, by Maestri Michelangelo. This beautiful Gouache is framed within a rectang...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood, Giltwood
Graphite 19th Century Sketch of Voltaire in Vintage Frame
Located in Hudson, NY
This finely rendered work showing Francois-Marie Arouet also know as Voltaire is from the late 19th century. The drawing in a vintage frame shows the sitter in a somewhat relaxed po...
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19th Century Unknown Antique Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Set of Three Heraldic Plates, Bronze, 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Set of three heraldic plates. Bronze. Century XVIII.
Bronze plaques decorated with a castle with a pelican pecking its chest at the door, a heraldic element enhanced with plant for...
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18th Century Spanish Antique Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Bronze
Nude Female Pencil Drawing by Eugene Van Mieghem
Located in West Palm Beach, US
This exquisite pencil drawing on paper by renowned Belgian artist Eugène Van Mieghem captures the timeless beauty of the female form. Signed with his distinctive monogram on the bot...
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Early 20th Century Belgian Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Empire Portrait Painting of Julie and Desiree Clary by Robert Lefevre
By Robert Jacques LeFevre
Located in Essex, MA
Period First Empire portrait of the Sisters Julie and Desiree Clary, Future Queens of Spain and Sweden by Robert Jacques Francois Lefevre (1755...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
Print French 19th Century Black and White France
Located in New York, NY
Print French 19th Century Black and White France. A copper print made during the 19th century in France Framed in a blackened wooden frame.
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Black and White Original Photography by Artist Bob Coleman Signed & Dated, 1983
Located in San Diego, CA
Nice mounted black and white picture by artist Bob Coleman, signed and dated one of his early works great condition, nice polished aluminum in gold finish no glass. The picture by it...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Aluminum
Monumental French Oil on Canvas 19th- 20th Century Lovers in the Field
Located in Manhasset, NY
A monumental French oil on canvas 19th-20th century lovers in the field. This wonderfully detailed oil on canvas has been relined and sits in a custom gilt gold carved frame that is ...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas, Wood
Vintage Boho Original Western Landscape Oil Painting on Canvas
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Boho original oil painting. A chic western country side in pale neutral colors. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
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Late 20th Century North American Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
19th C, Academy Student Drawing, Pencil on Paper
Located in Leuven , BE
Framed, dated and signed.
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19th Century Belgian Antique Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Gulbrandt Sether Signed Norwegian American Oil on Canvas of a Venice Canal
Located in Manhasset, NY
A Gulbrandt Sether Norwegian American oil on canvas of a Venice canal. Canal De lovo -Venice in a fine and highly detained gilt frame. (Paperwork on reverse).
Gulbrand Sether...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Antique Framed Polychrome Neoclassical Frieze
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique framed polychrome neoclassical frieze.
This 19th-century framings is crafted from a roll of classical handprinted wallpaper in a beautiful Georgian style.
Neoclassical f...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood, Paper
Vintage 20th Century Portrait Oil on Canvas
Located in west palm beach, FL
Vintage portrait with an aesthetic is specific to the era it was created. Depicts a smiling women wearing pearls with a dainty rose in her hair. Acquired from a Palm beach estate.
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Early 20th Century North American Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Paint
Vintage Signed Original Oil Portrait of a Mother & Daughter
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Boho original oil portrait. A brightly colored composition of a mother and daughter. Signed by the artist. Acquired from a Miami estate.
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Late 20th Century North American Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Italian 19th Century Neoclassical St. Patinated and Giltwood Wall Decor
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A striking and extremely decorative Italian 19th century Neoclassical st. patinated and giltwood wall decor. The unique wall decor displays circular ...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood, Giltwood
Rare and Important Italian Modern Wall Panel
Located in Queens, NY
Rare and Important Italian Modern Wall Panel
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood
21st Century Nowata Oklahoma Cattle Ranch Print in Black and White
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Original photo print of cattle feeding on the Stevens ranch, circa 2018 in Nowata County, Oklahoma. This piece comes ready to frame.
Category
2010s American Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Italian Neo-Classic Military Objects Print
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Neo-classic style print of various military arms, armor, and objects matted in stained walnut frame (part of a set of 15; associated pieces: 040101A-040101O)
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Walnut
Italian Neo-Classic Military Objects Print
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Neo-classic style print of various military arms, armor, and objects matted in stained walnut frame (part of a set of 15; associated pieces: 040101A-040101O)
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Walnut
Italian Neo-Classic Military Objects Print
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Neo-classic style print of various military arms, armor, and objects matted in stained walnut frame (part of a set of 15; associated pieces: 040101A-040101O)
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20th Century Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Walnut
Italian Neo-Classic Military Objects Print
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Neo-classic style print of various military arms, armor, and objects matted in stained walnut frame (part of a set of 15; associated pieces: 040101A-040101O)
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20th Century Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Walnut
Italian Neo-Classic Military Objects Print
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Neo-classic style print of various military arms, armor, and objects matted in stained walnut frame (part of a set of 15; associated pieces: 040101A-040101O)
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Walnut
Italian Neo-Classic Military Objects Print
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Neo-classic style print of various military arms, armor, and objects matted in stained walnut frame (part of a set of 15; associated pieces: 040101A-040101O)
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Walnut
Neo-Classic Roman Historical Scene Print
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Neo-classic style prints of various ancient Roman historical scenes matted in a green painted and gold trim frame (part of a set of 15; associated pieces: 040102A-O)
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20th Century Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
Italian Neo-Classic Military Objects Print
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Neo-classic style print of various military arms, armor, and objects matted in stained walnut frame (part of a set of 15; associated pieces: 040101A-040101O)
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Walnut
Italian Neo-Classic Military Objects Print
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Neo-classic style print of various military arms, armor, and objects matted in stained walnut frame (part of a set of 15; associated pieces: 040101A-040101O)
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Walnut
Italian Neo-Classic Military Objects Print
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Neo-classic style print of various military arms, armor, and objects matted in stained walnut frame (part of a set of 15; associated pieces: 040101A-040101O)
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Walnut
Italian Neo-Classic Architectural Temples Print
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Neo-classic style print of a group of four engravings: Temple of Antony's and Faustina, Temple of Fortuna Virilis, Arch of the Goldsmiths and Arch of Trajan, Ancona, all matt...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood
Antique Wrought Iron French Locksmith Sign
Located in Calgary, Alberta
Rare antique wrought iron trade sign, in the form of a very decorative key, that once hung outside a French locksmith and key maker’s shop.
It has the most beautiful patina with fai...
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18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Wrought Iron
"A Village School" American Oil on Canvas, Kids in Class, Constant Mayer, 1871
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful American oil on canvas school room scene with a teacher instructing students who are seated on benches and on the ground, with one student who appears to be wearing a dun...
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1870s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
Samuel Reindorf Painting + A signed Book
By Samuel Reindorf 1
Located in New York, NY
Pastel scene by Samuel Reindorf "Americana" Titled "Red Boat" is accompanied but his signed book. Signed Lower right. The Original Frame is made of Wood, leather and glass.
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1970s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Paint, Paper
Vintage Boho Equestrian Drawing on Paper
Located in west palm beach, FL
A unique fusion of vintage charm and bohemian flair inspired by American equestrian culture, this artwork on paper captures the grace and spirit of the open prairies, horses running ...
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Mid-20th Century North American Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Glass, Wood, Paper
American School, Rural Hilly Landscape w/ Lake and Railway O/C Painting, 19 C
Located in New York, NY
Artist: Unknown.
Painting: Rural Hilly Landscape with Lake and Railroad.
Period: XIX century.
Style: American School, Primitivism.
Medium: Oil on canvas, framed.
Dimensions: H: ...
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1870s American Antique Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
Large Framed Equine Horse Portrait Drawing of Horses in Brown Pencil Pastel
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A framed illustration of horses. This piece would be a fabulous addition to a hunting lodge or ranch home. A grouping of three horses is depicted wearing bridles. Each horse has a de...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood, Paper
Italian 19th Century Neo-Classical Oil On Canvas Ceiling Painting
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful wonderfully executed Italian 19th century Neo-Classical oil on canvas ceiling painting. The elongated octagonal shaped painting depicts se...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas
Contemporary Ash Wood American Seal II Wall Decor
Located in Naperville, IL
The American Seal II creation showcases the American bald eagle and the United States seal offering a unique and creative design. This would fit great in any home and offers strong s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moldovan Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Ash
Signed Oil on Board Painting by Artist Roger Hayward
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This oil on board painting by Roger Hayward, a notable mid-century Californian painter, architect, and inventor, captures the grandeur of a Victorian-sty...
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1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Wood
Bandit and soldier, pair. Oils on boards. LUCAS VILLAAMIL, Eugenio.
Located in Madrid, ES
Bandit and soldier, couple. Oils on tables. LUCAS VILLAAMIL, Eugenio (Madrid, 1858-1919).
They present signature and remains of signature. Labels on the back.
This pair of tables shows, on a blue background, two male busts. Despite their detail and naturalism, they are not portraits in themselves, but rather "type paintings", showing the conception that was held at the time of a bandit or a general, in line with certain common postulates in Romanticism. Spanish. Eugenio Lucas Villaamil began his training with his father, Eugenio Lucas Velázquez...
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19th Century Spanish Antique Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Other
21st Century Oklahoma Ranch Framed Burl Wood Print with White Matte
By Scout Studios
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Original photo of cattle feeding on the Stevens ranch, circa 2018 in Nowata County, Oklahoma. This piece is made to order and could take up to 2 weeks from order to doorstep. Other f...
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2010s North American Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Burl, Paper
Early 1900s Watercolor Still Life, Signed & Dated
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare antique Swedish original watercolor painting on paper, signed 'Källström' and dated 1919. Incredibly charming piece in Neoclassical manner, featuring a grape cluster besides a j...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Paper
19th Century Oil Painting Young Boy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-19th Century painting of fancy young boy in a beautifully giltwood and hand-painted frame (not original frame). The canvas itself is 20" x24". Paint is very stable even though cr...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood, Paint
Monumental Painting of Doc from Snow White
Located in Dallas, TX
Monumental oil painting of Doc from Snow White on a large canvas.
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Set of 7 Framed Silver Plate Depictions of the Raphael Cartoons After Henning
By F. Henning
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
These framed artworks are after artist John F. Henning’s 19th century plaster cast depictions of seven religious tapestries by high renaissa...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Wall Decorations
Materials
Silver Plate, Copper
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