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Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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
French Musical Wall Brackets
Located in New Orleans, LA
A duo of musically inclined putti plays a horn and cymbals in this rare and attractive pair of French wall brackets. The patinated bronze putti ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Bronze

A Belgian Double Sided Washboard in Walnut, 2nd quarter 19th century
Located in Atlanta, GA
Hand carved in walnut this well worn washboard utilizes both its sides, now best admired as a wall hanging
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1830s Belgian Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Walnut

2 Antique Neoclassical Carved Walnut Figural Bas Relief Panels Plaques 21"
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of antique hand carved walnut bas relief panels / wall plaques, showing Neoclassical female figures, one holding sheaves of wheat and the other holding flowers. Dimensions: 6.5...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Hardwood

Dutch Neoclassical Carved Wooden Relief, The Three Graces, Late 18th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
Relief carving of pinewood depicting The Three Graces, one of the most classical subjects of Greek and Roman antiquity.  Carving tools are used to create the image until it becomes t...
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1780s Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Walnut

Antique Decorative Embossed Hammered Tin Panel w Trophy Urn 52"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage decorative embossed and hammered tin panel featuring a trophy urn with flowers, fleur de lis and acanthus accents. Dimensions: 28" x 52"
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Tin

Pair, Vintage Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze Satyr Form Wall Accents
Located in Atlanta, GA
Likely French, mid 20th century. A pair of gilt bronze wall accents in the Neoclassical taste. Each depicting a Satyr face above a laurel wreath. Hanger to verso. Unmarked.
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Bronze

Italian Antique Wooden Angel
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Antique wooden angel from the mid 1800's, with traces of lacquer but no trace of gilding: I could gild it, but I prefer it as it is. To hang anywhere You ...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wood

A Patinated Bronze Plaque Depicting Antinous
Located in 263-0031, JP
The Roman Emperor Hadrian became acquainted with the beautiful youth named Antinous in Anatolia. The young man’s beauty inspired innumerable pieces of sculpture, but ultimately his f...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Bronze

Pair of Italian Carved Giltwood Musical Instruments Wall Hangings Swags, c. 1950
Located in Pearland, TX
A gorgeous pair of Mid-Century Neoclassical Italian carved gilt wood musical instruments wall garland / accents / ornaments. These fabulous wall hangings have carved bows, tambourine...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Giltwood

Four Roman Style Marble Round Plaques
Located in Southall, GB
Attractive Roman Style Marble Wall Plaques. Detailed figurative carvings depicting Spring with floral wreaths and cupids, a Summer harvest, Autumn grapes and hunting and Winter cooki...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Carrara Marble

19 Century Grand Tour Bronze Neoclassical Bas-Relief
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A Grand Tour heavy bronze bas-relief of a classical scene showing a retinue of six figures consisting of two nude standing males and three classically draped maidens including Athena...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Bronze

Late 18th-Early 19th Century Italian Painted and Parcel-Gilt Architectural
Located in Houston, TX
Stunning late 18th-early 19th century Italian painted and parcel carved giltwood architectural over door, architectural element or fragment. A ...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wood

Jean Baptist Stahl Pate-sur-pate / Phanolith Neoclassical Court Scene Charger
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Jean Baptist Stahl Pate-sur-Pate/ Phanolith neoclassical court scene charger Germany, circa 1899 An exceptional large pâte-sur-pâte/ phanol...
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Late 19th Century German Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Ceramic

Antique Large Bas Relief Plaster Female Sculpture
Located in Buxton, GB
This antique French bas relief plaque features a stunning plaster sculpture of a female figure. The intricate details and exquisite craftsmanship make it a truly unique piece for any collector or art enthusiast. The item measures 58 cm in length, 125 cm in height and 12 cm in depth, making it a large and impressive addition to any indoor space. The relief has a beautiful patina finish that enhances its antique charm, and the white colour complements any decor. The statue is shaped like a female figure and has no pattern, making it a versatile accent for any room. Whether you're an art collector or simply looking for a beautiful piece to display in your home, this stunning antique bas relief...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Plaster

Vintage Italian Carved Giltwood and Polychrome Cornucoppia Horn Wall Ornament
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
Style: Italian, French Country, French provincial, Louis XVI, Antique, Neoclassical, Baroque, Rococo Product: Carved wood wall Ornament ( Painting and frame is not included) Material...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Giltwood, Lacquer, Fruitwood

20th C. Exceptional Framed Hand-Carved Wood Relief of the Last Supper, Rare
Located in Germantown, MD
Early 20th Century Exceptional Framed Hand-Carved Wood Relief of the Last Super. Continental tropical baroque heavy solid wood frame, carved by a master carver. The piece has elaborately carved opulent heavy foliage frame around a meticulously hand carved fugures of Jesus and the 12 Apostles...
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20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Hardwood

Italian Neoclassic Wall Plaque of Gilt Urn
Located in New York, NY
Italian Neoclassic (18th Century) gilt carved wood and metal wall plaque with a centered column and capital with an eminating scroll and cornicopia design Condition: Fair Condition...
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18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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-mounted Sculptures

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Brass

Early 20th Century "Netilat Lulav" Bronze Plaque by Boris Schatz, Bezalel
Located in New York, NY
Massive bronze plaque depicting the act of "Netilat Lulav" that takes place during the Jewish holiday of Sukkot. The plaque was made and signed by Boris Schatz, who was part of the B...
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Early 20th Century Israeli Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Bronze

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-mounted Sculptures

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Ash

Contemporary Engraved Ash Wood American Seal
Located in Naperville, IL
The American Seal engraving offers detailed and intricate design work by our expert craftsmen in Moldova. There is no better way to show off your patriotism than adding this American...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moldovan Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Ash

18th Century Neo-Classical Italian Carved, Painted and Gilt Wall Panel
Located in Leesburg, VA
Anonymous ca. 1790; Italy Wood panel and plaster, painted, gilt and lacquered Approximate size: 118.5 x 82.5 x 5 cm The present panel is probably of late 18th century origin,...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wood, Giltwood

Large Cast Stone Wall Hanging or Fountain Spout of Bacchus, God of Wine
Located in Dallas, TX
Cast in France, using a mixture of pulverized stone and cement, this large wall hanging of Bacchus, God of Wine, can also be used as a fountain spo...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Stone, Cast Stone, Cement

Pair of Painted and Parcel Gilt Wall Urns
Located in New York, NY
A pair of elegant painted plaster wall urns with gold leaf accents. Painted in a soft grayish white, the urns feature lovely carved detail, including a small flame at the top. This p...
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20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Plaster

Polychrome Ceramic Sculpture of Athena
Located in Montreal, QC
Polychrome Ceramic Wall Sculpture of Athena.
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Early 1900s Greek Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Terracotta

Carved and Gilded Wood Antique Angels
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
O/4137 - Pair or large wooden freezes with cherub angels, lacquered and golden. Observed closely, the faces of the angles are slightly different, with the typical serene expression ...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Fruitwood

Jean Baptist Stahl Pate-sur-pate/ Phanolith Neoclassical Charger of the Argo
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Jean Baptist Stahl Pate-sur-Pate/ Phanolith neoclassical charger of the argo Germany, circa 1899 An exceptional large pâte-sur-pâte/ phanolith Neoclassical charger/plaque depicting...
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Late 19th Century German Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Porcelain

Pair Italian Carved Marble Panels, 19th Century
Located in Cypress, CA
Impressive pair of large 19th century Italian neoclassical style beautifully hand carved white marble round wall panel medallions of two adorable cupi...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Marble, Wrought Iron

19th Century French Bas Relief Panel in Carved Walnut Wood
Located in Dallas, TX
Hand-carved in bas relief during the 1800’s, this French walnut wood panel is in the Neoclassical style. The fantastic carvings portray the goddess, Athena, standing with a spear in her left hand and a plumed hoplite open-faced helmet on her head. Various weaponry and armory can be seen behind Athena and her two kneeling devotees that flank her. All three are clad in a chiton with a zoster wrapped around their upper torso. The helmet, spear, and clothing are all symbols of Athena and often used to depict her in art. The trio of warriors are positioned beneath a strapwork arch that is topped by a winged...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wood, Walnut

A Pair of English Neoclassical Marble Relief’s
Located in New Haven, CT
An incredible find. These are a Pair of English Neo-Classical statuary marble reliefs, ca 1820. Depicted are a male and female winged Cupid on the b...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Statuary Marble, Carrara Marble

Striking Romantic Large Plaster Wall Sculpture of Apollo
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Striking large plaster 3-D wall sculpture of a neoclassical style head, perhaps of Apollo or other God with handsome chiseled physiognamy.  
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Plaster

19th Century Bowsprits or 19th Century Architectural Fragments
Located in Essex, MA
These unusual Bowsprits are John Haley Bellamy quality, intricately carved, tapered boards with traces of colored paint in the recessed portions. La...
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19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wood

Large Antique Americana Gilt and Forest Green Painted Plaster Spread Wing Eagle
Located in Morristown, NJ
19th c., Americana, a large scale gilt and forest green painted cast plaster eagle, depicted spread-wing, with crisply detailed overlapping feathers. With mounting bracket on reverse. This is a very handsome example of an iconic form. The combination of the gilt and forest green paint is striking. Depictions of eagles can be seen across American art. The national bird of the United States, the eagle has been used as a symbol of American freedom for centuries. This is a fine example in the style of John Haley Bellamy...
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19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Plaster, Paint

Pair of 19th Century American Plaster Shell Niche or Door Caps
Located in Chicago, IL
A striking pair of 19th century American plaster shell-form niche or door caps. These architectural fragments were originally mounted above niches or doors, and completed the classic...
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19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Plaster

20th Century Gilded Neo-Classical Style Wall Pockets / Sculpture / Art, Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of gilded composition wall pockets with Neo-classical styling in very good condition. They are unmarked.
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Composition

Artistic Equestrian Horseshoe Shelf or Wall Bracket
Located in Delray Beach, FL
This elegant shelf hand Crafted and features a decorated wall bracket, beautiful iron work of horses heads, horseshoes posted on solid wood back. The shelf is in very good condition.  
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20th Century American Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Steel

Head Sculpture, Mark Twain
Located in Sheffield, MA
Bust/Head, a bronzed plaster sculpture cast of Mark Twain with lifelike details.  
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20th Century American Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Plaster

Neoclassical French Square Carved-Wood Plaque w/Early or Original Finish
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French carved-wood wall plaque from the early 19th century. This antique wall decoration from France features the Neoclassical stylings of swirling leaves and florals splaying outw...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wood

Stunning Pair of Vintage Pierced and Etched Brass Panels
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Beautiful pair of rectangular vintage etched and cut out brass panels having figural busts, urns and curlicues in an elaborate symmetrical design.
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1940s North American Vintage Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Brass

Early 19th Century Italian Carved Wood Gold Gilded Eagle
Located in North Miami, FL
Early 19th century Italian carved wood gold gilded Eagle. Its wings spread and clutching a set of white gold gilded lightning bolt arrows in its talons.  
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wood

Italian Terracotta Garden Wall Hanging with Central Ribbon Flower Basket, C 1850
Located in Hollywood, SC
Italian Terracotta garden wall hanging with central decorative ribbon flower basket flanked by a rake and shovel with an incised lambs tongue border. Mid...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wire

Large Italian Neo-Classical Style Gilt and Gesso Painted Wall Mounted Urns -Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an incredible pair of wall mounted Italian neo-classical style urns. They appear to be gilded and painted gesso over cast plaster. They are large in scale and unmarked. The u...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Plaster, Paint

Pair of French 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Bronze and Ormolu Wall Decor
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An impressive and statement making pair of French 19th century Neo-Classical st. patinated bronze and ormolu wall decor. Each decorative wall element, inspired by the famed "aux Vict...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Bronze, Ormolu

Italian Neoclassic Style Carved Wall Plaque of Two Men in Profile
Located in New York, NY
Italian neoclassic style (19th century) walnut oval wall plaque with 2 Roman Senators heads in relief.  
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19th Century Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Walnut

Bellamy Style Carved & Polychromed Hardwood Eagle
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bellamy style carved & polychromed Hardwood Eagle, Nice patina and color, well carved example.   
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20th Century American Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Hardwood

Pair of Gilt Bronze Repousse Plaques in Velvet Frames
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A pair of oval bronze repose gilt plaques European, possible Italian with later deep red velvet frames. 17.5 inches tall, 13.5 inches wide.  
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1850s European Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Bronze

The Virgin Mary Handing an Apple to Jesus as a Child, 19th Century, Carved-Wood
Located in North Miami, FL
Early 19th Century Italian carved-wood in high relief composed of various types of woods set into a marquetry panel with flat inlaid scrolling fruit tree foliage. The piece is compri...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Walnut, Burl, Acrylic, Maple, Mahogany, Wood, Lucite

Pair of Golden Leaves Friezes
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
O/4792 - Pair of antique golden leaves friezes. An idea : hanging above these friezes two parchment fans that can hide the electrical connections for tw...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Fruitwood

Large Neoclassical Hand Carved White Marble Bas Relief / Plaque
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A monumental 19th century French hand carved white marble architectural bas-relief depicting two floating cherubs / cupids supporting a cartouche. The cartouche centered by a detaile...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Pair Gilded Brackets Decorative Wall Mount decoration Shelves Antique LA CA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Pair of neoclassical style gilded brackets ornament decorative wall mount shelves element Finely carved demilune and water gilt pair of wall brackets s...
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20th Century European Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Other

Large Pair of Emile Pinedo of Portrait Medallions on Marble Plaques
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large pair of Emile Pinedo of portrait medallions on marble plaques Emile Pinedo 1840-1916 "MINERVA and MARS," A large pair of portrait medallions on marble plaques Paris, France -...
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1850s French Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Life-Size Original 3-Dimensional "Garden of Versailles" Two-Panel Wall Mural
Located in Chicago, IL
Painted by our very own starving artist here at Old Plank. A Garden in Versailles. This stunning Wall Art is 3- dimensional, so you actually feel as though you are in the garden, per...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Plaster, Wood

Royal Copenhagen after Thorvaldsen, Antique Rare Biscuit Plaque, 1870s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Royal Copenhagen after Thorvaldsen. Antique rare biscuit plaque. Three angel boys, 1870s. Measures: 12.5 x 10.5 cm. Stamped. In perfect condition, 1s...
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1870s Danish Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Other

Thorvaldsen Neoclassical Roundels - Denmark, c. 1825
Located in Kinderhook, NY
Beautiful pair of c. 1825 repoussé sheet-brass roundels depicting Danish sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsen's 'Day' and 'Night'. As opposites they represent the two halves of a day, and to...
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Early 19th Century Danish Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Brass

Pair of Italian Gilt Carved Wood and Painted Cherubs , Circa 1820
Located in Hollywood, SC
Pair of Italian gilt carved wood, gesso, and painted hanging wall cherubs . Early 19th Century.
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1820s Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wood, Giltwood, Paint

18th Century Frame with a Marble Profile Portraits Vespesian Roman Emperor
Located in Firenze, IT
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). In terracotta with black marble medallion centered by a white marble profile...
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1780s Italian Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Marble

20th Century "The Last Supper" Dark Metal Relief
Located in Miami, FL
"The Last Supper" metal relief. Relief measurements without frame: 24 in x 14 in.
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Late 19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Metal

Sink Plaquette with Relief of a Roman Adonis in Loincloth Posing as Le Penseur
Located in Doornspijk, NL
This plain and austere plaquette shows us a muscular Roman young man wearing just a loincloth. Squatting on the ground he sits, in the typical position of the Le Penseur artwork by R...
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Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Zinc

Neoclassical wall-mounted sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical wall-mounted sculptures 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 wall-mounted sculptures created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include wall decorations, decorative objects, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical wall-mounted sculptures made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original wall-mounted sculptures, popular names associated with this style include Jean-Baptiste Stahl, Mettlach, Villeroy & Boch, and Royal Vienna Porcelain. 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 wall-mounted sculptures differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $380 and tops out at $68,131 while the average work can sell for $3,325.

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