Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
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
Antique French Neoclassical Small Lead Cherub Head Wall Fountain Garden Art
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Neoclassical Small Lead Cherub Head Wall Fountain Garden Art. Item features a cast lead form, wonderful detail and desirable patina. Approx. 5lb. *Does not have hole i...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Lead
Neoclassical Carrara Marble Pedestal Table, Sculpture Stand or Column Italy 1950
Located in Miami, FL
Elegant Carrara marble pedestal table, stand, column from Italy made in circa 1950.
Hand carved with attention to detail and Greek Key Decor.
This ...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Carrara Marble
French
Cupid
Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C., Neoclassical Period
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Late 18th or early 19th century French neoclassical fireback with a cupid.
The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon request, it can be made black/pewte...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Urn Vase Marble Gray, Sweden
Located in New York, NY
Urn marble gray, Sweden. An urn or vase made in marble in Sweden, 20th century.
Category
20th Century European Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Pair of Italian Neoclassical Style Monumental Stone Garden Vases
Located in Rome, IT
Impressive pair of hand carved vases in the neoclassical style, the cover with fruit finial, above an ovoid body adorned with Nereid handles and festoons, raised on circular foot and...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Limestone
Calacatta Marble Column Pedestal
Located in Astoria, NY
Calacatta Marble Column Pedestal with octagonal top and base. Provenance: From a New York City Collection. 39.5" H x 9.5" Diameter.
Category
19th Century Unknown Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
$850 Sale Price
41% Off
French
Pillars of Freedom
Fireback / Backsplash, 18th - 19th C, Neoclassical P
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
19th century neoclassical fireback with two pillars of freedom. The pillars symbolize the value liberty, one of the three values of the French revolution.
The fireback is made of c...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Pair Tall Neoclassical French Pine Columns
Located in Houston, TX
Pair Tall Neoclassical French Pine Columns, Greek style from the early 20th century.
Top surface is 12.75 x 12.75
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood, Pine
$3,895 / set
Small Carved “Pierre Dur” Stone Garden Bench from Provence, France
Located in Dallas, TX
A charming Neoclassical bench from Provence, France, hand-carved in three sections. The polished pierre dur (hard stone) has a creamy hue with areas of gray and white striations, mak...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone
Fine Antique Pair Of Painted Cast Iron Garden Urns On Bases
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An understated and exceptional pair of Antique Garden Urns in the original worn green paint. In two sections, the footed urn with foliate decorated rims and gadroon decorated lower b...
Category
19th Century Unknown Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
French Alpine Green Marble Pedestal, Neoclassical Column, 19th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
A french neoclassical 19th century alpine green marble pedestal column with gilded bronze decoration.
Take into account that the colors on the items may vary depending on the type o...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble, Brass, Bronze
$2,786 Sale Price
20% Off
Monumental York Stone Carving After the Parthenon Frieze
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A huge, weathered York stone carving of a neoclassical or Roman figure on horseback after the antique 6th century BC Greek Parthenon Frieze. Spanning approximately 1.9 x 1.2 m (6ft x...
Category
20th Century English Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone
Pair of 19th Century French Neoclassical Cast Iron Urns with Scrolled Handles
Located in Dallas, TX
Elevate your garden or entryway with this elegant pair of antique urns. Crafted in France circa 1880, each neoclassical planter features a circular base supporting a beautifully gadr...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
19th Century French Marble Illuminated Torchere Column
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
19th Century French Marble Illuminated Torchere Column
This large French white marble pedestal is hollow allowing it to be lit from the inside, the column has a stepped octagonal ba...
Category
19th Century Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Antique Corinthian Capital, Glazed Ceramic, Canada/U.S., Late 19th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Antique Architectural Corinthian Capital - glazed cast ceramic composition - Canada or United States - late 19th century.
Good antiq...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Antique French Neoclassical
Pillars of Freedom
Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th - 19th Century French neoclassical fireback with two pillars of freedom. The pillars symbolize the value liberty, one of the three values of the French revolution.
The fireb...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Vintage English Country Iron Black Garden Armillary Sundial
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning vintage English country or Neoclassical style black iron garden armillary sundial
USA, Late 20th Century
Measures: 14"W x 10"D x 16.5"H
Very good vintage condition. Pa...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Extra Large Antique Sundial in iron and bronze, France 19th Century
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a spectacular extra large Antique Sundial or Armillary Sphere with an arrow functioning as a gnomon. This type of item is commonly found as a garden orn...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze, Iron
Antique Shell Form Lead Garden Basin
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A large and heavy Neoclassical style lead shell form Garden Water Basin in the form of a large Scallop Shell.
Dimensions: 28" x 23" x 5 5/8" H
Condition: Please see detail photos...
Category
19th Century Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Lead
French Antique Alabaster Pedestal
Located in London, GB
French antique alabaster pedestal
French, Late 19th Century
Height 80cm, diameter 30.5cm
Shaped in a Neoclassical style form, this superb pure ...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Alabaster
Pair of Gilt Solid Bronze Door Pull Handles
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a pair of heavy solid bronze door pull handles. They are designed with small sphere adorned with flowers at the top followed by a cube embell...
Category
20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
$1,436 Sale Price / set
20% Off
19th Century Carved Neo-Classical Style Capitals, Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of large scale neo- classical style 19th century painted capitals. This continental pair do have some chippiness to the paint.
Category
Late 19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Early 20th Century Regency Style Tripod Mahogany Pedestal Plant Stand
Located in Germantown, MD
Regency Style Tripod Mahogany Pedestal Plant Stand with Scalloped Gallery oval top.
Measure 14" in width, 14" in depth at the base, 11.5" and 8.5" at the top and stand 36.5" in height.
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Hardwood
Pair of Italian Terracotta Floral Urns on Raised Plinths, Circa 1840
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of Italian terracotta urns with egg and dart molded edge, scrolled acanthus floral motif, molded side handles with figures of Bacchus and terminating on reeded and fluted circul...
Category
1840s Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Vintage Neoclassical Wrought Iron Columns - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Create an entrance of unparalleled grandeur with this pair of monumental vintage wrought iron columns. Channeling the romantic elegance of a Victorian garden or a Beaux-Arts conserva...
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
$12,500 / set
French
Apollo and Satyr Marsyas
Fireback / Backsplash, 18th-19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th-19th century French Neoclassical fireback with Apollo and Satyr Marsyas. Marsyas challenged Apollo to a musical contest. He hoped to defeat Apollo with a flute thrown away by At...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique French
Revolution
Fireback / Backsplash, 18th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th century French 'Revolution' fireback indicating the year the revolution has started. In this case it is the tenth and also the last year of the revolution, 1799.
The firebac...
Category
18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Vintage Small Garden Santa Claus Figurine
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Super cute vintage garden Santa Claus figurine.
Category
1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
$55 Sale Price
63% Off
Sculpture of Flora, Italy, circa 1880
Located in Greding, DE
Plaster sculpture of flora after a classical original with windswept skirt and pinned up curly hair.
Category
1880s Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Plaster
19th Century Neoclassical Terracotta Urn Architectural Relief, Large Scale
Located in Stamford, CT
19th century terracotta architectural decorative relief of a neoclassical style flaming two handled urn retaining the original red paint. The beautifully realized large scale classical urn shown in deep relief with arabesque handles with bell flowers hanging, egg and dart border, swag drapery tied...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta, Paint
Marble Wall Fountain with Satyr, 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Trapezoidal marble wall fountain with a rectangular basin featuring gadrooned sides and leaf ornamentation. The basin rests on a pedestal adorned with a satyr protome, its hair entwi...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Vintage French Empire Large Cast Iron 42" Round Lion Urn Garden Planter on Base
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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Vintage French Empire Neoclassical Style Large Cast Iron 42" Round Lion Urn...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique 19th Century English Fireplace Marble Mantel
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite example of early 19th-century English craftsmanship, this Neoclassical marble Fireplace mantel combines stately proportions with refined decorative details. Crafted from...
Category
Late 18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Marble
Column, 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Tall column on a square plinth with a round base, a fluted shaft and a round capital. Naturally aged patina.
Category
19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone
$3,816
Pair of Mid-Century Italian Cast Stone Garden Urns on Pedestals by Italgarden
Located in Dallas, TX
This sculptural pair of cast stone garden urns, each composed of a classical urn resting on a pedestal base, was made in Italy circa 1960 and is signed by Italgarden, a noted mid-20t...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cast Stone
Pair of 20th Century French Alabaster Elements
Located in Atlanta, GA
This pair of 20th-century French alabaster elements features intricately designed vases, each with a classical shape and elegant detailing. The vases are crafted from alabaster, show...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Alabaster
$4,950 / set
Pair of Bronze Horses Andirons. French Work.
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice pair of Horses andirons is made of bronze. This is a French work. Circa 1970.
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bronze
19th Century Neoclassical Marble Sculpture of the Three Graces after Canova
Located in Essex, MA
Large 19th century neoclassical carved marble sculpture of the three graces after Canova. A Beautiful execution of one of Canova's Masterpieces. Ours amazingly accurate to the sculpt...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Statuary Marble
Set of Five Rose Tarlow Style Iron Lattice Garden Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Whimsical set of five iron patio and garden armchairs made in the style and manner of Rose Tarlow. The chairs feature large hand-crafted iron frames with a neoclassical style lattice...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Decorative Antique Neoclassical Fire Mantel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
This highly decorative antique fire mantel dates from the late 1800s and encompasses a mixture of styles from across the ages. The composition moul...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Composition
Antique Corinthian Capital, Glazed Ceramic, Canada/U.S., Late 19th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Antique Architectural Corinthian Capital - glazed cast ceramic composition - Canada or United States - late 19th century.
Good antiq...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ceramic
Antique French Neoclassical
Pillars of Freedom
Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
19th century French neoclassical style fireback with two pillars of freedom. The pillars symbolize the value liberty, one of the three values of the French revolution. The date of pr...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Neoclassical Style Iron Curule Leg Garden Dining Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Mid-Century Modern painted iron patio and garden table featuring neoclassical style Curule legs. The top of the rectangular garden table has ...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Neoclassical Style Brass Fireplace Screen, French, Circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style fireplace screen is made of brass and grilling. This is a French work, circa 1970.
Category
1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Steel
19th Century English Fire Tongs, Pince
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
19th century English fireplace tongs made of wrought iron.
Category
19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
19th C. Yellow Terracotta Wellhead by Galloway
Located in Kent, CT
A large, 32"H 19th Century Yellow Terra Cotta Wellhead by Galloway Pottery. Some chips and weathering consistent with age and use but the frieze is in good condition and presents well.
Category
19th Century Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Terracotta
Neoclassical Cast Stone Garden Ball Finial Glass Dining Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Opulent cast stone plaster dining table featuring a monumental garden ball finial or orb base. The giant sphere orb is very heavy and solid festoon...
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone, Iron
Distressed Neoclassical Wood Carved Wings on Iron Bases, Italy, 1900s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of hand carved wood Italian wings that are newly mounted on iron bases. Great display items for your bookcase.
Category
Early 1900s Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Pair of 19th Century French Weathered Carved Stone Garden Urns from Normandy
Located in Dallas, TX
This pair of antique garden urns was crafted in Normandy, France, circa 1880. Made of hand-carved stone, each urn features a classic Campana form with a lobed body and wide, rounded ...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cast Stone
Pedestal Cabinet with Classical Painted Decoration
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pedestal pot stand, having a faux painted octagonal top, over conforming base with cabinet door, on square plinth base with bracket feet, the entire piece...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Vintage Regency Corinthian Fiberglass Columns - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Infuse your interior with the timeless grandeur of classical architecture with this monumental pair of vintage Corinthian columns. Recalling the opulence of ancient temples and the d...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Fiberglass, Paint
French 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Jasperware Table Jardinière
Located in London, GB
French 19th century gilt bronze and jasperware table jardinière
French, Late 19th Century
Height 23cm, width 53cm, depth 25cm
Crafted from gilt bronze and jasperware, this antiqu...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Ormolu
Italian Neoclassic-Style Metal Bathtub
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Neoclassic-style (19th Century) sarcophagus form metal tub with rings on sides, rustic.
Category
19th Century Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Neoclassical Style Stell, Brass and Grilling Fireplace Screen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style fireplace screen with 3 panels is made of steel and brass with a grilling on each panel. The central part is decorated with a laurel wreath. This is a French ...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Steel
$2,146 Sale Price
20% Off
Brass Fireplace Screen with Mandolin Decorations and Bouquet of Flowers
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style fireplace screen is made of brass and mesh. It is decorated with a mandolin, with a bouquet of flowers and horse hoof bases. This is a French work marked "MS...
Category
1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass
Pair of Neoclassical Style Iron Garden Lounge Chairs and Ottomans
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Imposing pair of bronzed iron patio and garden lounge chairs with matching ottomans crafted in the neoclassical taste with an x form backsplat. Constructed from wrought iron with a d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Vintage Regency Cast Stone Fountain
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Transform your garden into a timeless European oasis with this magnificent vintage cast stone fountain. Drawing inspiration from Neoclassical and Italianate design, this water featur...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Stone, Concrete
Fine Pair Of Antique Iron Footed Garden Planters
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A large and decorative pair of antique rectangular form cast iron garden planters. The planters with elaborate scroll and bar decoration with central wreaths surrounded by leaf spray...
Category
19th Century Unknown Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
$2,295 / set
Pair of Neoclassic Style Hanging Wood Pediments
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Neoclassical style carved-wood wall hanging wall pediments, with their original painted finish, from the mid 20th century. These vintage archit...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
$3,920 / set
Pair of Hollywood Regency Wrought Iron Curule Benches
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stylish pair of Hollywood Regency wrought iron curule benches made in the neoclassical taste. Featuring an X-form design with scrolled arms a...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
$2,800 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Neoclassical building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical building and garden elements 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 building and garden elements created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, decorative objects, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, iron and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical building and garden elements 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 building and garden elements, popular names associated with this style include Brown Jordan, Russell Woodard, Woodard Furniture Co., and Michael Taylor. 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 building and garden elements differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $89 and tops out at $402,592 while the average work can sell for $2,800.
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