Like France’s Empire style, Regency-style furniture was rooted in neoclassicism; the characteristics of its bedroom furniture, armchairs, dining room tables and other items include clean lines, angular shapes and elegant details.
Dating roughly from the 1790s to 1830s, antique Regency-style furniture gets its name from Prince George of Wales — formally King George IV — who became Prince Regent in 1811 after his father, George III, was declared unfit to rule. England’s Regency style is one of the styles represented in Georgian furniture.
George IV’s arts patronage significantly influenced the development of the Regency style, such as the architectural projects under John Nash, which included the renovation of Buckingham House into the formidable Buckingham Palace with a grand neoclassical facade. Celebrated designers of the period include Thomas Sheraton, Henry Holland and Thomas Hope. Like Nash, Hope instilled his work with classical influences, such as saber-legged chairs based on the ancient Greek klismos. He is credited with introducing the term “interior decoration” to English with the 1807 publishing of Household Furniture and Interior Decoration.
Although more subdued than previous styles like Rococo and Baroque, Regency interiors incorporated copious use of chintz fabrics and wallpaper adorned in chinoiserie-style art. Its furniture featured fine materials and luxurious embellishments. Furniture maker George Bullock, for instance, regularly used detailed wood marquetry and metal ornaments on his pieces.
Archaeological discoveries in Egypt and Greece informed Regency-era details, such as carved scrollwork, sphinxes and palmettes, as well as the shape of furniture. A Roman marble cinerary chest, for example, would be reinterpreted into a wooden cabinet. The Napoleonic Wars also inspired furniture, with martial designs like tented beds and camp-style chairs becoming popular. While the reddish-brown mahogany was prominent in this range of pieces, imported woods like zebrawood and ebony were increasingly in demand.
Find a collection of antique Regency tables, seating, decorative objects and other furniture on 1stDibs.
Large Federal Gilt Eagle and Foliate Wall Sconce Shelves, Pair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous pair of large scale Neoclassical , Federal or Regency style gold gilt wall sconces, shelves, or brackets featuring stylized eagles and foliate designs USA, Late-20th cent...
Composition
$796Sale Price / set|20% Off
Late 20th Century Regency Rolled Acanthus Leaf Wall Decorative Brackets, Pair
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
Accentuate your decor with this exquisite pair of sculptural rolled acanthus leaf wall brackets, featuring a timeless gilded finish. Each bracket showcases intricate carvings of acan...
Resin
Pair of English Regency Chinoiserie Exotic Wall Brackets with Gilt Orb Tassels
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of English Regency Chinoiserie Exotic Wall Brackets with Gilt Orb Tassels England 20th Century This exquisite, large-scale pair of English Regency-style Chinoiserie wall brackets, made in the 20th century, embodies the exotic elegance reminiscent of the famed Brighton Pavilion. Each blackened and gilt bracket showcases a scalloped demilune...
Metal
$3,953
Regency Eagle Over-Door
Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset
A carved wood and parcel gilt over-door. The richly carved eagle, with outstretched wings, grasps the turned and reeded column in its talons. Bespoke sizing, design adaptations and f...
Mahogany
$956Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Mid-20th Century Sculptural Spanish Carved Wood Tassel and Drapery Motif
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
theatrical pair of mid-20th century carved wood wall shelves made in Spain, featuring draped swag and tassel details reminiscent of classical stage curtains. These sculptural bracke...
Wood
Pair English Regency Black Lacquere & Gold Wall Brackets w/ Lion Masks & Rings
Located in New York, NY
A Pair of English Regency Black Lacquer and Gilt Wall Brackets with Hand-carved Lion Masks and Looped Rings. Each bracket is structured with a flat, shaped shelf supported by a pro...
Wood, Lacquer
$1,550 / set
Vintage Regency Gilt Laurel Brackets - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage Regency wall brackets. Chic hand carved laurels with a silvery gold finish. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Wood, Paint
$175Sale Price|30% Off
Vintage Wall Plate Holder Parcel Gilded Mahogany Finish
By Design Group
Located in New Orleans, LA
Elevate your dining experience with this exquisite Antique mahogany and parcel gilt Plate Holder. crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this plate holder adds a touch of class...
Resin
Vintage Regency Italian Hand Carved Brackets. - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
infuse your interiors with the opulent charm of Old World Europe with this striking pair of vintage Italian giltwood wall brackets. Expertly hand-carved in a classic Baroque manner, ...
Metal
$3,200 / set
Pair of George IV Gilt Mahogany Wall Brackets
Located in New York, NY
Each boldly carved with furling oak leaves.
Mahogany
Vintage Regency Carved Wood Gilt Bracket
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your wall decor with this opulent Vintage Regency carved wood gilt bracket, a statement piece radiating classical sophistication. Featuring an exquisitely hand-carved design of lush foliage, hunting motifs, and a central bird figure, this gilded wall shelf...
Giltwood, Paint
Vintage Regency Gilt Tipped Palm Tree Brackets - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Evoke the glamorous allure of Hollywood Regency with this exquisite pair of vintage wall brackets, masterfully crafted to resemble flourishing palm trees. Each bracket features intri...
Giltwood
One Pair Regency Carved Wood Wall Brackets In The Form Of Eagles, Great Scale
Located in Buchanan, MI
One Pair Regency Carved Wood Wall Brackets In The Form Of Eagles. Great Scale. Great patina and finish
Wood
Pair Shell Wall Brackets/Shelves
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-445 pair hand painted wall brackets /shelves made from cast stone.
Cast Stone
Pair of Fern Wall Brackets
Located in New York, NY
American, circa 1850-1880. Eastern white pine (Pinus strobus), with wire armature and composition ornament, gessoed and gilded. Measures: 14 1/8 in. high, 16 5/16 in. wide (at the sh...
Wood
20th Century Black Forest Style Deer Head Wall Brackets, Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Black Forest style Deer head wall shelves or brackets. Made in a Faux Bois design.
Composition
Victorian Over Door Architectural Element
Located in Hanover, MA
Victorian over-door architectural element in distressed old paint. Wired on verso for hanging on a wall or simply place on top of a tallboy. From a Beacon Hill, Boston townhouse.
Wood
Pair Italian Painted Wood Wall Brackets
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1550 Italian pair painted wood wall brackets with crackel and gilt finish
Hardwood
$1,306 / set
H 4.41 in W 13.43 in D 14.02 in
Pair of Circular Glass and Brass Display Shelves, 20th Century, European
Located in London, GB
A pair of circular glass and brass shelves, for display or storage, second half of the 20th century, unsigned. The shelves were found in Europe, and were perhaps used for shop displ...
Brass
Pair Large Italian Hand Carved Wall Shelves
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1513 Pair Hand carved fluted wood wall shelves
Hardwood
Mid 20th Century Boho Italian Bookend Floral Bracket
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bring an old-world, romantic charm to your space with this ornate vintage Italian-style still life bracket. Cast in resin and finished in a warm antique gold leaf, this richly detail...
Gold Leaf
$675 / set
H 12 in W 10.75 in D 6.3 in
Pair of Rococo Style Italian Gilt Wall Brackets Shelves, circa 1960
Located in Pearland, TX
A lovely pair of vintage Rococo style Italian gilded resin wall brackets or shelves. These gorgeous brackets are a nice large size decorated with gilt scrolling acanthus leaves, perf...
Resin
$695 / set
H 16.75 in W 15 in D 7.25 in
Pair of Vintage Gilded Wood Wall Brackets, Italian, 20th Century
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of large gilded wood Italian wall brackets.
Giltwood
White Regency Wall Bracket by Bunny Williams Home
Located in New York, NY
Our Regency Wall Bracket features elegant fluted detailing that fans out from a central finial, reminiscent of classical architecture. The chalky white finish and subtly curved form ...
Wood
$850Sale Price / set|35% Off
H 20 in W 14 in D 8 in
Italian Oversized Gilt Wall Brackets/Shelves a Pair
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1838 Pair Oversized Italian gilt wall shelves/brackets
Cast Stone
Antique Pair Regency Giltwood Eagle Wall Brackets 19th Century
Located in London, GB
An elegant antique pair of giltwood Regency eagle wall brackets each bearing the label of the maker, Will J Wade, London, circa 1830 in date. They each feature a winged eagle on a r...
Giltwood
Vintage Regency Fluted Brackets - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Enhance your walls with the classic charm of these Vintage Regency Fluted Brackets. This elegant pair, with their finely detailed fluted design, adds a refined architectural touch to...
Wood, Paint
Vintage Regency Washed Wood Pineapple Brackets - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of tropical elegance with this pair of vintage Regency washed wood pineapple brackets. American-crafted with intricate detailing, these brackets serve as both functional ...
Wood
Vintage Regency Majolica Cherub Brackets - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Enhance your walls with this pair of vintage Regency majolica cherub brackets. Merging classic Regency elegance with American taste, these brackets fea...
Ceramic, Paint
Pair of Mid-Century Hand-Painted Wall Brackets/Sconces
Located in Bradenton, FL
Pair of mid-century beautifully hand-painted wall brackets/sconces. Wall brackets have gold trim with foliage and pink florals on a turquoise background. Wide 5.5" shelf on top, tria...
Wood
Regency Black Wall Sconce Shelf
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous Neoclassical or Regency style black painted wood wall sconce or bracket USA, Circa Mid-20th Century Measures: 8.75"W x 4.25"D x 9.25"H. Good vintage condition.
Wood, Paint
Pair Of Regency Style Giltwood Wall Brackets
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of English regency giltwood wall brackets. Each bracket has an eagle with spread wings over a cornucopia with scrollwork and foliate motifs, surmounted by rectangular shelf wi...
Giltwood
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H 45 in W 9.5 in D 7.5 in
Regency Style Black Lacquer Chinoiserie Wall Shelves Att. Maitland-Smith - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of Regency style black lacquer chinoiserie wall shelves. They are attributed to Maitland - Smith, but they are unm...
Wood
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H 11.5 in W 12.5 in D 8 in
Pair, Maitland Smith Regency Style Gilt Decorated Dolphin Form Wall Brackets
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair, Maitland Smith Regency Style Gilt Decorated Dolphin Form Wall Brackets Each bracket has an excellent regency style appearance with gilt dolphin supports. Marked to verso.
Giltwood
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H 16.75 in W 16 in D 7.5 in
Monumental Regency Style Carved Giltwood Italian Wall Brackets / Shelves - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
These are a fabulous Size! It is a pair of monumental Italian carved giltwood wall brackets with Regency styling. They most likely date to the middle of the 20th century, and they ar...
Giltwood
Vintage Regency Swag Brackets, a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage Regency wall brackets. Beautiful swag design with a bright white finish. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Wood
Italian Regency Giltwood Wall Sconce Shelf
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous neoclassical or Regency style gilt wood wall sconce or bracket Italy, circa Mid-20th Century Measures: 11.63"W x 6"D x 10.38"H. Good vintage condition.
Giltwood