Neoclassical Busts
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.
Find antique neoclassical furniture today on 1stDibs.
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Style: Neoclassical
Buste De Venus
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Bust fragment of Venus, goddess of Love, seduction, and beauty in Roman mythology. The original statue dates back to the 5th century BC.
Sourced by Martyn Lawrence Bullard from Paris...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Composition
$2,300
Neoclassical, Faux Marble, Seated Angel Busts on Sleighs, Italy, 1960s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Neoclassical, Faux Marble, Seated Angel Busts on Sleighs, Italy, 20th c.
A finely carved pair of cherubs each in a seated position made in a composite form. Each ready to be perched...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Statuary Marble
Italian Neoclassical Black Ceramic Bust Of Venus
Located in Bridgeport, CT
By VELLUM, Italy. A bust after an ancient sculpture of the goddess with her lovely wavy hair up and looking to the side. A detail of her pleated garment is seen on the lower edge.
R...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Ceramic
Bronze Bust Jacob Van Campen, 1595 - 1675, Sculptor Jacques Elion 1842-1893
Located in Den Haag, NL
Beautiful bronze bust depicting Jacob van Campen unique piece one off the most in-portent
architects from Holland 1595 - 1675. Paleis op de Dam, Mauritshuis Nieuwe Kerk Haarlem stand...
Category
1870s Dutch Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Bronze
Italian Neoclassical Alabaster Portrait Bust of a Gentleman, by Insom Fece, 1839
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Italian neoclassical Alabaster portrait bust of a gentleman, by Insom Fece, 1839
Finely detailed portrait bust of young man with wavy hair. Inscribed signature on back right shoulde...
Category
1830s Italian Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Alabaster
$2,360 Sale Price
20% Off
A 19th Century French Terracotta Bust Of A Young Boy
Located in London, GB
A French Terracotta bust of a young boy stood on an Italian bardiglio marble square soccle. The full head of curly hair cascading over face and shoulders. Original untouched conditio...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Terracotta
Antique Italian Neoclassical Style Marble Sculpture of Putti Children
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 32 in W: 16 1/2 in D: 10 in
This stunning Antique Italian Neoclassical Style Marble Sculpture beautifully captures the timeless elegance and grace of classical art....
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Marble
Vintage Boho Plaster Bust of Man
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Capture the timeless allure of classical antiquity with this superb vintage bust, an authorized 1965 reproduction by Museum Pieces, Inc. of New York. Based on an original masterpiece...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Plaster, Wood
Large 19th Century French Cherub Statue in Terra Cotta Tinted Plaster
Located in Dallas, TX
This large French cherub or cupid statue from the 1800’s is made from plaster that has been tinted to mimic the natural color of terra cotta. The figure ...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Plaster
Handsome Bronze
Brass Apollo Bust Sculpture
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Solid bronze and brass paperweight of Greek Apollo bust
Stamped and numbered in Greek by artist
Category
20th Century Greek Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Brass, Bronze
$636 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century Terracotta Bust of a Young Girl Signed by Andrea Flaibani
Located in Prato, IT
Andrea Flaibani Friulian sculptor (Udine, Italy 1846 - Udine, Italy 1897)
Terracotta
Measures: Height 38 cm
Width cm 23
Base diameter cm 15
Weight kg approx. 5.5.
As a young...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Terracotta
Theodor Herzl Viennese Bronze Bust
Located in New York, NY
This is a Viennese bronze bust of Theodor Herzl, the founder of modern Zionism, known for his visionary leadership and profound impact on Jewish history. The bust captures Herzl’s di...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Marble, Bronze
After Augustin Pajou, French, Large Terracotta Bust
By Augustin Pajou
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Large 19th century terracotta ceramic figurative sculpture, beautifully hand crafted after French neoclassical sculptor Augistin Pajou. Possible to be Marie Antoinette born Maria Ant...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Terracotta
Set of 4 Italian Neo-Classic 19th Century Marble Relief Busts
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 4 similar Italian Neo-Classic (19th Century) white marble relief busts depiction four faces framed by ornately carved hair. (PRICED AS Set)
Each bust unique with slightly dif...
Category
19th Century Unknown Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Marble
Italian Neoclassical Roman Emperor Hadrian Robed Marble Bust on Pedestal, C 1840
Located in Charleston, SC
Italian Neoclassical Roman Emperor Hadrian robed marble bust resting on circular tiered marble pedestal. Mid 19th Century
Category
1840s Italian Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Marble
Neoclassical 19th-Century Bronze Bust of Zar Alexander II
Located in Dresden, DE
Neoclassical bronze bust of Zar Alexander II, with yellow patina. Marked on the side: Giesserei Burgdorf 1852.
Height: 19 cm
Depth: 8 cm
Width: 11.5 cm
Switzerland
1852
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Bronze
Stefan Schwartz "Hercules" Patinated Bronze Bust
By Stefan Schwartz
Located in Astoria, NY
Stefan Schwartz (Austrian, 1851-1924) "Hercules" Patinated Bronze Bust, late 19th century, the figure wearing a laurel and oak leaf wreath and a lion-mounted helmet, on an integral p...
Category
Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Cast Stone Bust of Male Figure
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Solid Cast Stone bust of male figure. Signed on the side.
Flat base can sit on mantle, pedestal or table.
See images for condition.
Category
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Cast Stone, Concrete
$2,624 Sale Price
20% Off
A Composite Marble Bust Of David
Located in London, GB
A good scale and form composition marble bust of David mounted on a Black socle. David inscription to base. Very probably by Anthony Redmile London.
Category
Late 20th Century English Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Composition
Rare American Marble Bust of Classical Woman by Thomas Ridgeway Gould
Located in Shippensburg, PA
THOMAS RIDGEWAY GOULD
United States, 1818-1881
Bust of a Classical Woman (1872)
Carved Cararra marble signed to the reverse "T.R. GOULD fecit / FLORENCE / 1872"
Item # 407NXP09P
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Carrara Marble
American Marble Bust Sculpture of Classical Woman by Joseph Mozier ca. 1851
By Joseph Mozier
Located in Shippensburg, PA
JOSEPH MOZIER
United States, 1812-1870
Bust of a Classical Young Woman (1851)
Carved Cararra marble Signed to the reverse "J. MOZIER, Sc: ROME 1851"
Item # 406QSO30A
A stunningl...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Carrara Marble
Classic Italian Terracotta Bust of David
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Romantic sculptural bust in earthy terracotta of the classically handsome David.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Terracotta
Limoges France, Biscuit Child Bust, Stand with Dark Blue Glaze, Classic Style
Located in København, Copenhagen
Limoges France. Biscuit child bust. Stand with dark blue glaze.
Classic style. Early 20th century.
Measures: 13.5 x 7 cm.
In excellent condition.
Stam...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Ceramic
Alabaster Bust of Judith with Marble Column After August Riedel Painting
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a heavy alabaster bust sculpture of Judith after the painting of August Riedel. It depicts the bust of a light brown wavy hair female who is wear...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Alabaster, Marble
$3,400 Sale Price
32% Off
Neo-Classic Bronze Toga Man Bust
Located in Queens, NY
Neo-classic style bronze bust of bald man in toga on square shaped base (sgnd: Buenos Aires 1911)
Category
20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Bronze
Bust of Diana the Huntress French Louis XVI Bronze 19th Century - Artist Houdon
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Bust of Diana the Huntress French Louis XVI Bronze 19th Century - Artist Houdon
Bronze sculpture representing Diana the huntress after Jean-Antoine Houdon (1741-1828). In Roman myth...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Bronze
18th Century French Louis XVI Plaster Bust Portrait of Nicolas de Condorcet
Located in Dallas, TX
An 18th French plaster bust of a young aristocrat with a charming gaze and a wonderful old patina.
Category
Late 18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Plaster
Pair 19th Century Baroque Style German Carved Wood Busts of Putti
Located in Stamford, CT
A fine pair of carved fruit wood busts of young boys, or putti, South Germany, late 19th century. The realistically carved faces showing distinct personalities and intense gazes. Mou...
Category
Late 19th Century German Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Fruitwood
Pair of late 18th Century French Patinated Bronze Busts of Racine and Corneille
Located in Dublin, IE
A superb, finely cast and well-patinated pair of French bronze busts representing Jean Racine and Pierre Corneille, two of the most celebrated dramatists of the 17th century. Each bu...
Category
Late 18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
4 Neo-Classic Bronze Woman
s Masks
Located in Queens, NY
4 Italian Neo-classic (19th Cent) bronze masks of a classical woman's face mounted on a modern ebonized metal rectangular base. (PRICED EACH) (Vary in height from 7" - 8/5")
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Bronze, Metal
$1,850 / item
Italian Painted Roman Emperor Bust
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Neo-Classic style (19/20th Cent) faux painted composition bust of a Roman Emperor wearing a red toga and mounted on a black square base.
Category
19th Century Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Paint
Marble Bust of La Zingara, circa 1800
Located in Greding, DE
Bust of the Zingara or Fortune Teller, finely carved out of marble. The Zingara is depicted with a cloth tied around her chin, which wraps around her elaborately braided hair and end...
Category
Early 1800s Italian Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Marble
American Bronze Patina Gentleman Bust
Located in Queens, NY
American 1940s bronze green patina bust of a gentleman wearing a jacket and tie raised on a square plinth
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Bronze
Italian Painted Roman Emperor Bust
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Neo-Classic style (19/20th Cent) faux painted composition bust of a Roman Emperor wearing a red toga and mounted on a black square base.
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Paint
Vintage Grand Tour Resin Bust of Septimus Severus
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Evoke the classical grandeur of ancient Rome with this striking vintage bust of the Emperor Septimus Severus. Inspired by the tradition of the Grand Tour, this piece captures the int...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Resin
Classicizing White Marble Bust by J.H. Haseltine, Rome, 1870
By James Henry Haseltine
Located in Queens, NY
Bust signed and dated "1870 Rome" by J.H. Haseltine, a sculptor who moved to Italy as part of a mass migration of American artists during the late nineteenth century. The sculpture i...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Marble
19th Century French Bronze Bust Of Auguste Comte (French Positivist Philosopher)
Located in Dublin, IE
An exquisitely cast and finished bronze bust of Auguste Comte (1798–1857), resting on a marble plinth. The model is finished in a dark brown patina that is finely preserved. A most p...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Gilt Bronze and White Marble Bust of a Woman by Gory
Located in London, GB
This charming sculpture of a young woman is the work of the accomplished Italian-born sculptor, Affortunato Gory (1895-1925). Gory is best-known for his sculptures of women and child...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Marble, Ormolu, Bronze
Bust in the Antique Style by Ch. Filleul, Patinated Studio Plaster, 20th Century
Located in NANTES, FR
This bust is a studio plaster piece made by Charles Filleul. It is a patinated plaster mounted on a wooden cube. It is a 20th-century work.
Regarding condition, please note some dam...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Plaster
Plaster Bust by Charles Filleul – Mustached Man, 20th Century.
Located in NANTES, FR
Studio Bust by Charles Filleul – Mustached Man, Early 20th Century
This studio bust, in plaster or terracotta, was crafted by Charles Filleul and originates directly from his worksh...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Plaster
Terracotta sculpture, Charles Filleul workshop, bust of a child.
Located in NANTES, FR
This terracotta sculpture originates from the workshop of Charles Filleul. It features a patinated finish and is a finely crafted modeling, mounted on a wooden base.
Please note som...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Terracotta
D. Brucciani (1815 – 1880) Antique Plaster Bust of Venus
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A mid-late 19th century antique plaster bust of Venus, Roman goddess of love and beauty, or her Greek counterpart, Aphrodite. This bust is signed ...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Plaster, Paint
Neoclassical Plaster Portrait Bust, Signed A. Frederich, Dated 1843
Located in Greding, DE
Large portrait bust of a middle-aged man in antique garb. The plaster bust is signed A. Frederich and dated 1843 on the underside and stands on an ebonised wooden column base. The bu...
Category
1840s German Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Plaster
19th Century Spectacular Clay Goddess of Summer in a Matching Pedestal
Located in Miami, FL
19th century spectacular clay Goddess of summer.
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Clay
$6,720 Sale Price
20% Off
Very Fine Bust of Lady on Wooden Base
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very fine bust of a classical lady on wooden base signed Cognel. Dated 1884
Dimensions: Height 26.5", width 19.5", depth 13".
CW4125.
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Plaster
19th Century (Mid) Terra Cotta Bust Bacchus
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
19th Century (Mid) Terra Cotta Bust Bacchus. Beautiful piece purchased in France. Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos or message us with questions.
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Terracotta
Neoclassical Marble Sculpture Bust After Joseph Chinard
By Joseph Chinard
Located in London, GB
Neoclassical marble sculpture bust after Joseph Chinard
French, late 19th century
Measures: Height 65cm, width 34cm, depth 55cm
Portraying Madame R...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Marble
Blue John Bust of a Roman Emperor Gilt and Blue John Stand
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Blue John bust of a Roman Emperor with gilt metal and Blue John Stand
Date : 20th century
Origin : Most likely carved in Cornwall
Decoration : In the form of a Roman Empero...
Category
1920s British Vintage Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Stone
Marble Sculpture
Bust of a Child
F. Gerth
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Marble sculpture (bust of a child) F. Gerth
Origin Italy, Rome circa 1900
perfect condition without restorations
Artist: F. Gerth.
Category
Early 1900s Italian Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Marble
$2,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Neoclassical Style Marble Female Bust after Joseph Chinard
By Joseph Chinard
Located in London, GB
Neoclassical style marble female bust after Joseph Chinard
French, late 19th century
Measures: Height 63cm, width 33cm, depth 20cm
Portraying Madam...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Marble
19th Century Neoclassical Marble Thorwaldsen Bust
Located in Berlin, DE
Great Thorwaldsen bust.
Marble figure of the sculptor Thorwaldsen
Extremely expressive characterization, which, in an extraordinary detail, also reflects the facial expressions of hi...
Category
19th Century German Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Stone, Marble
$14,523 Sale Price
51% Off
French bronze bust of a woman after Jean-Antoine Houdon
Located in London, GB
French bronze bust of a woman after Jean-Antoine Houdon
French, late 19th Century
Height 60cm, width 26cm, depth 22cm
This superb patinated bro...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Bronze
Early 20th Century Vintage Regency Plaster Bust
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exquisite Regency-style plaster bust captures the grace and elegance of classical portraiture. With finely sculpted facial features, flowing curls, and an intricately draped nec...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Plaster
Ormolu Bust of a 16th Century Prince, by Rancoulet
By Rancoulet
Located in London, GB
An Ormolu bust of a 16th century Prince, by Rancoulet
French, Late 19th Century
Height 72cm, width 42cm, depth 22cm
Made by the skilled and renowned French artist and sculptor Ernest Rancoulet, (French, 1870-1915), this excellent gilt-bronze bust was made in the late nineteenth century, in fine neoclassical style. Rancoulet was best known for mythological scenes and figures, and depictions of athletes. He was also known for depictions of members of high society, often aristocratic women, exhibiting for a number of years at the Paris Salon, producing many exceptional likenesses, busts, and figurines, such as this.
In this work, the sitter, envisioned as a 16th century Prince or nobleman of sorts, towards out and towards the left. He wears a plumed hat and a high collared cape, with a typical period frilled ruff. His tunic is elaborately decorated with jewellery. A portrait full of character and vitality, this work is an excellent representation of Rancoulet's work, and of French Neoclassical sculpture...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Ormolu
Holkham Hall Portrait Bust of Marcus Claudius Marcellus
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A mid 19th century plaster portrait bust of 3rd century BC Roman general and politician, Marcus Claudius Marcellus (270-208 BC), ex. Holkham Hall, Norfolk. Inscribed to the front of ...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Plaster
Italian Neo-Classic Terra-Cotta Busts
Located in Queens, NY
2 Italian neo-classic style glazed terra-cotta busts of ladies emblematic of two of the four seasons (19th/early 20th Cent) (priced each).
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Busts
$4,500 / item
19th Century (Mid) French Marbel Bust of a Boy
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
19th Century (Mid) French Marbel Bust of a Boy
Beautiful piece purchased in France.
Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos or message us with questions.
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Marble
$2,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Handsome 19th Century Bronze and Marble Neoclassical Bust, Great Color
Patina.
Located in Buchanan, MI
Handsome 19th Century Bronze and Marble Neoclassical Bust, Great Color & Patina. Pristine Condition.
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Marble, Bronze
19th Century Bronze and Rouge Marble Bust
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Finley cast bust of lady on beautiful rogue marble plinth with a dore bronze accent ring at the base.
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Napoleon III French Solid Marble Bust, Signed by Sculptor of a Beautiful Women
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this rare and quite exquisite original 19th century Napoleon III French bust of a stunning young lady signed to the rear.
A truly stunning sculp...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Busts
Materials
Marble
Neoclassical busts for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical busts 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 busts created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, building and garden elements, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with stone, marble and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical busts 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 busts, popular names associated with this style include Affortunato Gory, Antonio Frilli, Camille Tharaud, and Copeland. 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 busts differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $400 and tops out at $75,000 while the average work can sell for $4,450.
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