Neoclassical Lighting
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
Neoclassical French Pewter Chandelier with Six Arms in Louis XV style.
Located in Houston, TX
This chandelier is a little bit unusual but we find it very unique charming. I do not find many like this. It has been wired in the US and certainly has a nice classic appeal.
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Pewter
$1,860 Sale Price
40% Off
Pair of Monumental French Antique Marble and Bronze Candelabra Torcheres
Located in London, GB
This pair of fine candelabra torcheres take form on a monumental scale, each of them standing almost two and a half metres tall. The casting is superior in its quality and could be attributed to one of the 19th century masters, such as Deniere or Barbedienne. Each torchere is formed of a fluted veined marble column set...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Marble, Ormolu, Bronze
1900
s Caldwell Gilt Bronze Chandelier with Cherubs
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1900's Caldwell Neoclassic gilt bronze chandelier with cherubs atop and engraved body. Available pair, also in one chandelier in...
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$12,000 / item
Pair of Antique Gilt Tole Applique 3-Arm Hard Wired Sconces, Italy
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Matched pair of antique gilded applique tole 3-arm sconces. Beautiful curving acanthus-leaf forms and soft gold with patina. These were electrified at one point, wires are still in p...
Category
1920s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Metal, Bronze
$3,000 Sale Price
25% Off
Antique French Bronze Wall Sconces Louis XVI/Neoclassical Style Oak
Bow Detail
Located in Bastogne, BE
A magnificent pair of antique French bronze wall sconces, exuding timeless elegance and grandeur.
These substantial sconces are crafted in either the Louis XVI or Neoclassical style...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
1920 Caldwell Gilt Bronze Sconces 2 Lights
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze 2 lights sconces
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$3,800 / set
1920’s Caldwell Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell sconces with original gilding
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$5,800 / set
French 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Patinated Bronze and Ormolu Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful and unique French 19th century Neo-Classical st. patinated bronze and ormolu chandelier. The five arm chandelier is centered by a striking patinated bronze ball with a fi...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Vintage French Neoclassical Style Opaline Vaseline Glass Table Lamps - A Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Neoclassical Style Opaline Vaseline Glass Table Lamps - A Pair. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 28.5" H (to finial) x 21" H (to light socket) x 6.5" W x 6.5" D. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Glass
Set of 3 1940
s French Neoclassical style Gilt Bronze Fish/ Dolphon Wall Sconces
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Mathed SET of 3. French Neoclassical style Gilt Bronze Dolphin/ Fish/ Sea Creature / Koi Wall Sconces with Original Opaline Glass Shades. I found these in the Montmarte section of Pa...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$1,888 Sale Price
20% Off
Wonderful Large French Bronze Regency Empire Curved Glass Panel Lantern Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful large french bronze read & x pattern Regency / Empire style curved glass panel lantern fixture with 4 candelabra lights.
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
French 19th C Neoclassical Gilt and Crystal Chandelier with Eight Candle Lights
Located in New York, NY
19th Century French Gilt Metal and Crystal Chandelier
An elegant 19th century French gilt metal and crystal chandelier, designed with a graceful tiered frame supporting eight candle...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Metal
1920’s Caldwell Lire Shaped Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell Lire sconces with two lights
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$4,800 / set
Pair of French 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Patinated Bronze Urns Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome pair of French 19th century neo-classical st. patinated bronze and Vert de Patricia marble lamps. Each lamp is raised by fine ormolu ball feet below the square Vert de Pat...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Vintage Regency Cut Crystal Lamps - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Illuminate your home with the timeless elegance of this exquisite pair of vintage table lamps. Each lamp features a beautifully faceted, hexagonal crystal body that expertly catches ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Metal
$1,950 / set
Large French Regency Louis XV Wood Hand Carved Baroque Giltwood Chandelier
Located in Coimbra, PT
Large neoclassic wood carved gold leaf Baroque giltwood five-light chandelier. the scrolled arms with foliate embellishment pincered to a gadrooned central knop with foliate baluster...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Gold Leaf
1920’s Caldwell silver plated Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell silver plated sconces with two lights
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
$6,800 / set
1900s Large Caldwell Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1900's Caldwell large sconces with 2 lights
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$6,800 / set
19th century French Neo-Greek Style Patinated Brass and Onyx Lamp
Located in Savannah, GA
Handsome patinated brass urn converted into a lamp. Four laurel trees and ten different male and female figures, all in classical dress, in circle the urn which includes a pedestal o...
Category
1890s French Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Onyx, Brass
$495 Sale Price
54% Off
20th Murano Table Lamp
Located in Buggiano, IT
Very elegant original Murano glass table lamp.
It has no lampshade.
It will be delivered in a specific wooden case for export, packed in bubble wrap.
Comes from an old country house ...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Murano Glass
$182 Sale Price
20% Off
Wonderful Sherle Wagner 3 French Bronze Glass Dome Flush Mount Light Fixtures
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful set of 3 French bronze & milk glass dome flush mount light fixtures in the style and manor of Sherle Wagner
Each fixture sold separately.
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Neoclassical Alabaster Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
As alabaster lighting was the first application of electricity in Sweden at the very end of the 19th century and the early 20th century, the designs often reflected the decor of the ...
Category
Early 1900s Swedish Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Alabaster
1920
s Caldwell Neoclassic Silver Plated Sconces with 3 Lights
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell silver plated three lights sconces with cherubs atop.
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Pair of E. F. Caldwell Lyre Form Bronze Sconces
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This quality pair of Caldwell bronze sconces feature hand painted floral motifs, and gilt rosettes.
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$3,200 / set
Hand-Forged Custom Round Iron "Miami" Chandelier
Located in Houston, TX
Handmade from our exclusive design and newly wired using all UL listed parts. Forged iron with handmade chain and canopy. Three upright standard size sockets rest on cupped iron bobe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Iron
$2,200 / item
Neoclassical Gilt Candelabra Style Two Candle Table Lamp
Located in Lomita, CA
A beautiful two-light candelabra makes for perfect statement lighting. This lamp was produced circa 1925 to 1950, and it exudes design chic and grace. This is a heavy piece that incl...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Iron
$256 Sale Price
84% Off
Decorative Painted Scroll Arm Sconces
Pair
Located in San Francisco, CA
Decoratively faux painted metal sconces in a fresh, warm tone; two scroll arms and shield backplate with rope and leaf details and wide, foliate bobeches, and wax covered candle cove...
Category
1990s Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Metal
$300 Sale Price / set
75% Off
Pair Of Giltwood Two-Light Mirror Sconces
Located in Bradenton, FL
Stunning pair of Italian giltwood wall sconces, each with a shield shaped mirror and two arms with singular candle caps. The two arms of light reflect in the mirrors for an opulent l...
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Mirror, Giltwood
$1,450 / set
Antique Carrier-Beluese Gilt Bronze Lady Oil Lamp Signed
Located in Lincoln, GB
Antique Carrier-Beluese Gilt Bronze Lady Oil Lamp Signed
A Magnificent 19th-Century Work of Art and Historical Significance. This extraordinary oil lamp, signed by the acclaimed Fre...
Category
19th Century Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$2,176 Sale Price
46% Off
Magnificent Large French Dore Bronze Rock Crystal Louis XVI 9 Light Chandelier
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Magnificent Large French Dore Bronze And Assorted Rock Crystal Louis XVI Style 9 Candelabra Light Chandelier In The Manner Of Maison Bagues.
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Rock Crystal, Bronze
$6,950 Sale Price
22% Off
Workstead Tube Sconce / Flush Mount Hewn Brass
By Workstead
Located in Floyd, VA
The TUBE SCONCE / FLUSH MOUNT MEDIUM is a versatile slim sconce, our take on a classic vanity fixture. Mounted either vertically, horizontally, or flush mo...
Category
2010s American Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass
$2,840 / item
1920
s Caldwell Gilt Bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze double light sconces
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$5,800 / set
1920
s Caldwell Small Double Lights Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell small gilt bronze double light sconces, original gilding.
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$3,400 / set
1920s Caldwell Silver plated bronze Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920s Caldwell silver plated bronze sconces with two arms
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
$3,800 / set
Vintage French Neoclassical Style Blue Porcelain Urn Form Brass Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Neoclassical Style Blue Porcelain Urn Form Brass Table Lamp. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 36" H (to finial) x 24.5" H (to light socket) x 6.5" W x 6.5" D. {3-...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century Iron and Tole Chandelier
Located in Winnetka, IL
19th century Italian iron and tole chandelier, possibly Venetian.
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Iron
Fine Pair of Porta Romana Gilt Obelisk Form Lamps
By Porta Romana
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A pair of very fine quality Table Lamps by Porta Romana with an elemental Obelisk form and a sophisticated burnished gold finish. Takes a Candelabra base bulb.
H. 25", base 5 x 5"
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Giltwood
1930
s Neoclassic Column Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1930's neoclassic column shape bronze table lamps. In very good condition.
Category
1930s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$4,800 / set
Neoclassical Large Carved Solid Alabaster Marble Leaf Bulbous Table Lamps Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Italian Neoclassical Large Carved Solid Alabaster Marble Leafy Bulbous Table Lamp on Gold Gilt Metal Bases - a Pair. Item features a high-quality, heavy construction, approx ...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Alabaster
French Gilt Bronze Bouillotte Lamp
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A splendid two Candle Bronze Bouillotte Lamp with replaced pleated shade, now electrified. Fine details including Acorn Finials, Beaded Candle Holders...
Category
Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Maison Baguès Bronze Floor Lamp
Located in Miami, FL
Classic and elegant bamboo style, circa 1950s original Maison Baguès floor lamp. US rewired. Maximum wattage: 100W.
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass, Bronze
$7,900 / set
Pair of Neoclassical Patinated Bronze and Red Marble Urns Mounted as Lamps
Located in Kittery Point, ME
Each urn cast with frieze of classical figures, raised on a bronze-mounted rouge griotte square marble base. The lampshades are silk and custom made by Blanche Field...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Griotte Marble, Bronze
Pair of Decorative Bronze Sconces
Located in Dallas, TX
This listing features a set of beautiful decorative bronze sconces, most likely originates from Europe in the 19th century.
Category
19th Century Unknown Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$2,500 / set
1920
s Caldwell Gilt Bronze Sconces with 2 Lights
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze sconces with two lights
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
1920s Caldwell Silver Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell silver plated sconces with two lights
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
$4,800 / set
Columned Table Lamp with Natural Lampshade Made in Italy
Located in Brescia, IT
This elegant table lamp is an Italian contemporary production.
The column in wood has is in ebony color, the hand made lampshade is in natural color fabric.
On the top and on the f...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$1,342 Sale Price
20% Off
Workstead Orbit Cord Pendant Brushed Nickel
By Workstead
Located in Floyd, VA
The ORBIT CORD PENDANT positions a single glowing bulb against a stationary radiant dish, exploring the scale and illumination of an early American cand...
Category
2010s American Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Nickel
$2,170 / item
Wonderful Pair of Fine French Gilt Doré Bronze Cut Crystal Column Lamps Paw Feet
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful pair of very fine quality French style gilt doré bronze and diamond cut crystal ormolu-mounted column-form lamps with paw feet made in Austria accompanied by silk shades.
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Mid Century Neoclassical Wrought Iron 12-Light Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
Mid Century Neoclassical Wrought Iron 12-Light Chandelier will make a bold style statement in any room! The most prominent feature is the Greek wave motif encircling the entire fixt...
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Wrought Iron
1920
s Caldwell Silver Plated Sconces with Gilt Ditales
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell silver plated double light sconces with gilt details
Category
1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Neoclassical Opaque White Cast Glass Round Pendant Ceiling Light Fixture
Located in San Francisco, CA
A wonderful cast opaque white glass ceiling pendant in the classical taste, made by the Chicago Glass Company, decorated with double handled urns and acanthus leaf swags. Decorativ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Metal
French Neoclassical 3 Arm Pendant Light Chandelier with Brass Clip-On Shades 50s
Located in Miami, FL
French neoclassical 3 light pendant lamp chandelier in brass with brass clip-on shades.
Handcrafted Ornate brass saucers and decoration made in t...
Category
1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Brass
1900
s Silver Plated Neoclassic Chandelier with 16 lights
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1900's Neoclassic style two tiers 16 lights chandelier with Greek key design and black patina
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
1920
s English Silver Plated Cherub Sconces with 2 Lights
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's English silver plated bronze cherub shape sconces
Category
1920s English Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Blue Bell Jar Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A lovely small glass bell jar lantern with three lights in a stunning blue--perfect for a small entry or powder room!
Category
20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Glass
$3,420
Pair of French 1960s 2 Patina Bronze Hand Sconces, 3 Pairs Available
Located in Miami, FL
Exceptional suite of 6 French bronze 2 patina wall Sconces in the style of Maison Jansen, circa 1960.
Priced by pair.
US rewired, one socket, 60 watts max or LED .
Backplate dimen...
Category
1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
1920s Silver Plated Sconces With Convex Mirrored
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Silver plated sconces with cracked mirrored backplate.
Category
1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Silver Plate, Bronze
$3,800 / set
A Fine Silver over Bronze Billiard/ Over Counter Light
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Fine Silvered Bronze "T" shaped, 4 Light Chandelier having metal shades.
Europe, circa 1990. 4 Lights.
Dimensions: Height 59" Width 52" Depth 16"
CW5639
Category
1990s European Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Gilt Bronze Two-Light Sconces with Scallop Shell Motif
Located in New York, NY
Pair of gilt bronze wall lights in the Louis XV style with scallop shell form and two candelabra-size sockets. Ready for use.
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Italian Neoclassical Giltwood
Crystal 8 Light Chandelier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Italian Neoclassical Giltwood & Crystal 8 Light Chandelier with Blue & Topaz Colored Glass Pendents, ca. 1790
Category
1790s Italian Antique Neoclassical Lighting
Materials
Glass
Neoclassical lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical lighting 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 lighting created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, bronze and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical lighting made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original lighting, popular names associated with this style include Edward F. Caldwell
Co., Workstead, Maison Baguès, and Gherardo Degli Albizzi. 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 lighting differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $140 and tops out at $240,000 while the average work can sell for $3,427.
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