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Classical Roman Furniture

CLASSICAL ROMAN STYLE

During Mount Vesuvius’ eruption in 79 A.D., Pompeii and Herculaneum in today’s Italy were preserved as they were on the day of their destruction. Particularly at Herculaneum, furnishings were carbonized beneath volcanic ash. This was pivotal to understanding how Classical Roman furniture was designed. Archaeological investigations and printed reproductions of discoveries would influence styles evoking this ancient civilization, from the Renaissance to neoclassicism.

While knowledge of Classical Roman furniture comes from rare surviving pieces, it is also derived from frescoes and sculptures portraying Roman life. Much of Roman art, architecture and design was informed by Greece — Roman architect, military engineer and writer Marcus Vitruvius Pollio, whose timeless De architectura is taught in contemporary architecture classes and pays tribute to classical architecture, visited Greece while working under Julius Caesar and admired the country’s architectural developments. The Roman solium references the Greek thronos, a stately chair of honor with an upright form and footstool. As the Roman Empire spread across Europe and into North Africa and Western Asia, the expansion of trade for silver, silk, marble and wood allowed for more luxurious designs.

Classical Roman furniture was made from bronze, wood and stone — in particular, marble — with ornate touches like tortoiseshell veneers, bone and glass inlays and claw feet. Ornaments depicting lion heads and mythological figures were sculpted from silver, bronze and ivory. Compared to the decorative attention given to the mosaic floors and wall paintings, however, furniture for even a wealthy house was minimal. It focused on the necessities for guests arriving for both socializing and business and the rooms housing family, relatives and enslaved people.

The triclinium dining room had banquet couches, items so prized they were sometimes interred with the deceased. Tall bronze or terracotta candelabras held oil lamps for lighting. Carved marble tables reflected status, while the lararium home shrine demonstrated faith.

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Style: Classical Roman
Period: 20th Century
Pair of 19th Century Green Wall Brackets These are beautifully designed
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Pair of 19th Century Green Wall Brackets These are beautifully designed pieces, they are in a classical style and painted in a very dark green, they could be used as wall bracket...
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1920s Vintage Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Plaster

Early 20th Century Capodimonte Porcelain Double Socket Table Lamp
Located in San Francisco, CA
Early 20th century capodimonte porcelain double socket table lamp Beautiful hand painted mythological Roman scenes featuring Romulus and Re...
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Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Female Torso in Cast Stone Karl Springer Ltd
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This cast stone female torso was purchased in 1983 from the Karl Springer showroom in 1983. We have the original receipt for the purchase which where the torso was displayed in Honol...
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1980s American Vintage Classical Roman Furniture

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Cast Stone

Japanese 1920s Enamel and Brass Jardiniere
Located in London, GB
This is a very decorative and good sized jardiniere, made and enamelled in Japan in the 1920s. Good quality enamelling - this shows some signs of wear, consistent with it's age. We would recommend this is used for indoor plants...
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1920s Japanese Vintage Classical Roman Furniture

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Brass, Enamel

World of Bernini 1598-1680 by Robert Wallace Hardcover Book in Sleeve
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
The World of Bernini. 1598-1680. Wallace, Robert Published by Time-Life Books., New York, 1973. Beautiful and Collectible Vintage 1973 Hardback Time Life Library of Art “The World o...
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Late 20th Century American Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Paper

Large Murano Scavo Vase Attributed to Seguso, Italy
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Large and heavy handmade vase in burnt orange and deep blue with the typical "sandy" mixture giving the piece a bit of a rough texture. The technique was developed for giving glass t...
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20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Murano Glass

Classical male torso carved on white Carrara marble -made in Italy
By Lorenzo Todini
Located in Tarquinia, IT
Sculpture, Male torso, classical art, Greek art, Torso, white Carrara marble, classical sculpture, ancient torso, Greek torso, statuary marble sculpture. Male torso carved on statuar...
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1990s Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Carrara Marble

Vintage Piero Fornasetti Porcelain "Recipe" Plates Set of Three
Located in North Miami, FL
These delightful hallmarked set of three vintage Italian Mid-Century Modern Piero Fornasetti recipe plates are amusing and unusual. One is for stuffed crown roast or frankfurters, th...
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1950s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Light blue cow leather classic chesterfield office chair in English style
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This beautiful light blue cow leather and wooden Chesterfield office chair in English style fits both a classic and a modern interior. It is a timeless addition to any office and, th...
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20th Century Classical Roman Furniture

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Cowhide, Leather, Wood

Elegant classic side table / balustrade / hall table from the 20th century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This stylish and elegant classic side table / balustrade from the 20th century provides a decorative and refined look. A classic and atmospheric item that serves perfectly as a side ...
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20th Century Classical Roman Furniture

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Wood

Chesterfield office chair in English style made of cowhide leather and wood
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This luxurious brown cowhide leather and wooden office chair is a timeless addition to any office. It is rotatable, tiltable, and height adjustable, and it stands on wheels, making i...
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20th Century Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Cowhide, Leather, Wood

Roman Style Brass Circular Side Table
Located in Astoria, NY
Roman Style Brass Circular Lamp Table, After the Antique, 20th century, the circular dish top above cantered reeded legs, joined by cross supports, centered by masks, on paw feet. 22...
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20th Century Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Brass

Cristina Vergano Painting "The Best of All Possible Worlds" Oil on Wood, 1990
By Cristina Vergano
Located in New York, NY
Cristina Vergano painting "The Best of All Possible Worlds" oil on wood, 1990. Dimensions: Diam: 42" Cristina Vergano is known for her paintings that blend a classical style with...
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1990s Italian Classical Roman Furniture

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Wood, Paint

Head Julius Caesar carved on white Carrara marble-made in Italy
Located in Tarquinia, IT
Julius Caesar sculpture, Caesar head sculpture, Sculpture, Male head, classical art, Greek art, Julius Caesar art , white Carrara marble, classical sculpture, Portrait head of Juliu...
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1990s Italian Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Marble

Leonardo Da Vinci Hardcover Book by Patrice Boussel
By Leonardo da Vinci
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Leonardo Da Vinci Hardcover Book by Patrice Boussel. Discusses Leonardo the man and painter, provides an analysis of his thinking as revealed in his...
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20th Century French Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Paper

Tiffany Studios Bronze Italian Style Urn “From the Antique” Series early 1900s
Located in Glenford, NY
Rare Very Fine Tiffany Studios Classical Roman Style Urn. Made in approximately 1908 as part of their “From the Antique” series. The series number is S113 and 1609 is marked on the ...
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Early 1900s American Antique Classical Roman Furniture

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Bronze

Specimen Marble Cocktail Table with a Custom Iron Base
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This table is comprised of multiple specimen marble squares measuring 1.75" X 1.75". The table top rests inset the base and is raised .75" from the base. The marble specimens represe...
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1970s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Marble, Iron

Large Hand-Knotted Oriental Style Rug – 350x250cm
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this large hand-knotted rug in oriental style, featuring soft colours and beautiful patterns – 350x250cm. Let your home shine with this stunning rug. It boasts eleg...
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20th Century Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Cotton

Neoclassical Style Gilt and Silvered Mirror with Carved Columns
Located in Essex, MA
Large rectangular Italian "neoclassical style " mirror with finely carved reeded classical columns as the supports. Wonderful gilt and silvered patina for the opulent, decadent, an...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood, Giltwood

Apollo Belvedere, bronze based on the antique, foundry mark, Jaboeuf and Rouard
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Apollo Belvedere, bronze based on the antique, foundry mark, Jaboeuf and Rouard, Paris
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Late 20th Century French Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Large Antique Sculpted Marble Figure of Caesar Augustus
Located in London, GB
Large antique sculpted marble figure of Caesar Augustus Italian, early 20th century Measures: Height 186cm, width 118cm, depth 44cm Known as the ‘Augustus of Prima Porta,’ the o...
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Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Marble

Gallery-Scale Framed Classical Horsemen Paneled Mural
Located in Dallas, TX
Make a dramatic statement with this stunning oversized artwork, featuring a striking black-on-ivory depiction of classical horsemen inspired by ancient friezes. Likely produced in th...
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1970s Vintage Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Textile, Wood

Bronze Architectural Push Pull double Door Handles with Ancient of King
Located in London, GB
Set of two rounded bronze door handles based on medieval or ancient coins resembling a crowned king. These door handles are European 1970s. Their reliefs full of fine detail have the...
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1970s European Vintage Classical Roman Furniture

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Bronze

Craved Rock Crystal Figure of Venus, 20th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A beautiful carved and polished small rock crystal figure of Venus, probably Italy, carved after the antique, early to mid-20th century. The nak...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Rock Crystal

Large Wool Rug with Beige, Brown, Yellow, and Red Tones – 403x298cm
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this large and luxurious wool rug with predominantly beige, brown, yellow, and red tones, measuring 403x298 cm. Brighten up your home with this stunning rug featuri...
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20th Century Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Wool

Michelangelo by William E. Wallace The Complete Sculpture Painting and Architect
By Michelangelo
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Michelangelo by William E. Wallace Hardcover Table Book The Complete Sculpture Painting and Architecture. Easton Press Oversized Hardcover Book 1998. With an engaging text by renowned Michelangelo scholar William E. Wallace, "Michelangelo: The Complete Sculpture, Painting, Architecture" brings together in one exquisite volume the powerful sculptures, the awe-inspiring paintings, and the classical architectural works of one of the greatest artists of all time. Including everything from his sculptures Pietas and David to his beautiful paintings of the Sistine Chapel and the Doni Tondo, the book provides an opportunity to view Michelangelo s work as never before, and to more fully understand the artist who, through his work, spoke of his life and times. The frescoes are specially printed on onion skin paper...
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Late 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Paper

Charming, Subtle Decorative Rug/Runner in Blue and Beige Tones – 71x32 cm
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered is this charming and subtle decorative rug/runner in beautiful blue and beige tones, measuring 71x32 cm. Brighten up your home with this lovely piece! It features attractive...
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20th Century Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Cotton

Set of 4 vintage bistro chairs Jacob Josef Kohn Wien with a wicker seat
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This nice set of 4 chairs is by Jacob & Josef Kohn Wien and features an elegantly curved wooden frame, a wicker seat, and a decorative backrest, giving them a timeless and cosy look....
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20th Century Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Wicker, Wood

Bust Julius Caesar carved on white and cipolin marble -made in Italy
Located in Tarquinia, IT
Sculpture, emperor bust, Caesar bust, Julius Caesar bust, ancient Roman bust, Roman art, classical art, Greek art, bust, white Carrara marble, classical sculpture, ancient sculpture,...
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1990s Italian Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Marble

Pair of Rare Large and Smaller Ceramic Pedestals in Classical Style by Mobach
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Set of two pedestals or coffee tables designed and made by Mobach. At first sight you don't think about the material these pedestals are made of, you just assume they consist of wood...
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20th Century Dutch Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Piero Fornasetti "Botanica Pratica" Porcelain Botanical Serving Bowl
Located in North Miami, FL
This wonderful substantial sized porcelain square vintage Mid-Century Modern Italian Piero Fornasetti bowl or serving piece has all the elements of botanicals and flowers and is enti...
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1950s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Mid-Century French Polished Iron Bust of Young "Bacchante" Female
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a shell or wine cellar with this elegant bust. Hand crafted in France circa 1970, and built of iron, the bust sits on an attached round base, and depicts a young female "Bac...
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Mid-20th Century French Classical Roman Furniture

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Iron

Runner/Rug in Predominantly Blue Tones – 148x40cm
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this subtle, soft, and elegant Oriental-style runner/rug in predominantly blue tones, measuring 148x40cm. Brighten up your home with this beautiful piece. It features...
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20th Century Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Cotton

UNIQUE EXQUISITE VISCOUNT DAVID LINLEY ROMAN LOOKiNG SYCAMORE CHEST OF DRAWERS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely exquisite original Viscount David Linley very large chest of drawers custom made for Gary Ba...
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20th Century English Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Oak, Sycamore

Bronze Gladiator Statue Horse Casting Classical Roman
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Gorgeous large Italian bronze Roman gladiator on horseback Good size at 51 inches high - 129 CM Of course can live outside with no fear of rusting Bought from a dealer on Marche Daup...
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1980s Vintage Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Max DeMoss 1987 Bronze Figurative Abstract Sculpture
By Max DeMoss
Located in Oceanside, US
This sculpture presents a dynamic and emotive scene, likely crafted in bronze, depicting three figures interacting with a horse in a dramatic, fragmented style. The composition evoke...
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1980s American Vintage Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Fornasetti for Rosenthal Porcelain Gilded Medusa Desert or Salad Plates
Located in North Miami, FL
This set of 4 vintage classic porcelain plates are a collaboration between Fornasetti and Rosenthal. They have the 3 medusas on top centering the sun motif between the sun’s rays and...
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1950s German Vintage Classical Roman Furniture

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Gold

Piero Fornasetti "Nummus" Green Porcelain Plate Mid-Century Modern
Located in North Miami, FL
This vintage Fornasetti plate is numbered three and is from the collection of the Roman coin series. All hallmarked on the back. This is a ver...
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1950s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

An Italian Cast 19th Century Bronze Group Mother Children Titled "La Tempête"
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Fine Italian Cast 19th Century Bronze Group Titled "La Tempête" (The Tempest) Probably after Mathurin Moreau (French, 1822–1912), Cast by The Alessandro Nelli Foundry in Rome. The ...
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Classical Roman Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

Italian Classical Style Console Table and Mirror Set
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Italian Classical Style Console Table and Mirror Set This is a very unusual piece it is finished in simulated marble and bronze and is designed to look like a Roman doorway The tab...
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Late 20th Century Classical Roman Furniture

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Resin

Cowhide Leather Designer Armchair in Light Cognac Color
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this stunning, sleekly shaped designer armchair crafted from cowhide leather in a light cognac color. This comfortable and timeless cowhide leather armchair is a wo...
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20th Century Classical Roman Furniture

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Cowhide, Leather

French Set of Champleve Enameled Small Inkwell and Letter Opener
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a small bronze champleve enamel set of an inkwell and letter opener. Both of them depicts colorful hand painted flowers, “C” scrolls and foliages. The resting plate of the in...
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Early 20th Century French Classical Roman Furniture

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Bronze

Giara in argento 800 massiccio in stile "pompeiano"
Located in VALENZA, IT
Grande giara in argento massiccio 800. La forma è tonda e panciuta nella parte centrale mentre si stringe più nettamente verso la "bocca" del vaso. Sul corpo sono stati eseguiti sba...
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Late 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture

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Silver

Pair of Watercolor Paintings in the style of Pompeian Wall or Ceiling Decoration
Located in Morristown, NJ
20th c., an unusual pair of watercolors in the style of Pompeian wall of ceiling decor. Both are on paper mounted on board in plexiglass shadow box frame...
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1980s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture

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Plexiglass, Wood, Paint, Paper

Monumental English Edwardian Portland Stone Keystone
Located in London, GB
An enormous, English carved Portland Stone keystone, Edwardian c.1905, with a female mask to the front. Of astonishing and imposing scale, wear as expected, repaired nose.
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Early 20th Century English Classical Roman Furniture

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Limestone

Herma Hadrian carved on whiteCarrara marble, bust rouge France base bardiglio
Located in Tarquinia, IT
hadrian bust, Hadrian marble, Hadrian herma, sculpted bust made in Italy. herma emperor Hadrian. head carved on white carrara bust carved on France Red apuan bardiglio turned base we...
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1990s Italian Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Marble

DAVID LINLEY FOR GARY BARLOW SYCAMORE DiNING TABLE ORIGINAL WATERCOLOUR PAINTING
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning, original Viscount David Linley dining table with the original, very rare watercolo...
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20th Century English Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Sycamore

Beautiful Rug with Mainly Red Tones and Elegant Patterns – 217 x 128 cm
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Let your home shine with this stunning rug. It features rich colors and intricate details. Rugs like this are not only highly sought-after for living rooms, but also make a stylish a...
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20th Century Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Cotton

Pair of Gilt Patinated Metal Ecclesiastical Style Candleholders, circa 1920s
Located in Germantown, MD
A unique pair of gilt ormolu patinated metal candleholders in the ecclesiastical style. Good antique condition.
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Early 20th Century Unknown Classical Roman Furniture

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Metal

Carved Italian Alabaster Sculpture of a Maiden at the Well, circa 1900
Located in Tarzana, CA
Carved Italian Alabaster sculpture of a maiden at the water fountain Italy, circa 1900. Depicting a young maiden leaning on a decora...
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Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Alabaster

Bistro chair with a woven cane seat
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this charming, timeless bistro chair in the style of Thonet with a woven cane seat. This elegant bistro chair, crafted with a wooden frame, features a woven cane seat...
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20th Century Classical Roman Furniture

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Cane, Wood

Vintage Rug in Red and Dark Blue – 236x170 cm
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this vintage rug featuring predominantly red and dark blue tones with intricate patterns, measuring 236x170 cm. Let your home shine with this stunning rug. It boasts...
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20th Century Classical Roman Furniture

Materials

Cotton

A fine pair of Classical marble columns with gilt bronze mounts
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine pair of Italian marble columns with gilt bronze mounts
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Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

Vintage Hand-Knotted Rug with Patterns – 172x88cm
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this beautiful vintage hand-knotted Oriental rug with charming patterns and lovely colors, measuring 172x88cm. Let your home shine with this stunning rug. It features...
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20th Century Classical Roman Furniture

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Cotton

Marble Sculpture Bust Of Emperor Julius Caesar After The Antique Grand Tour
Located in Tivoli Terme, Roma
The sculpture realized by a Roman sculptor as from the Roman academy tradition, is carved with white marble. The sculpture represents the face of a young Julius Caesar, Julius Caesar formally known as Caesar was a Roman general and statesman who played a critical role in the events that led to the demise of the Roman Republic...
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20th Century Italian Classical Roman Furniture

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Marble

Cognac-Colored Cowhide Leather Wingback Chair in English Style
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this stylish and well-maintained cognac-colored cowhide leather wingback armchair in classic English style with decorative studs. This beautiful armchair features a...
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20th Century Classical Roman Furniture

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Cowhide, Leather

Hand-Knotted Rug / Tablecloth in Dark Blue and Red – 47x46 cm
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this hand-knotted decorative rug or tablecloth, featuring a fine pattern in dark blue and red tones, measuring 47x46 cm. Bring a touch of charm and elegance into your...
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20th Century Classical Roman Furniture

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Cotton

Cowhide Leather Design Armchair with Rounded Shapes
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this characterful and timeless cowhide leather design armchair featuring elegant rounded shapes and decorative stud detailing. This beautiful leather armchair has re...
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20th Century Classical Roman Furniture

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Cowhide, Leather

Collection of Italian Specimen Marble Spheres on Stands
Located in Hudson, NY
This three-piece grouping of specimen marble spheres can be sold as the group or as a pair ( the left and right are a pair or as a single in the middle) and a single. The marble is ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Classical Roman Furniture

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Marble

Vintage Boho Plaster Bust of Man
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Introduce a touch of old-world grandeur to your home with this striking vintage neoclassical bust. Inspired by classical Greco-Roman sculpture, this piece features a serene visage cr...
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Late 20th Century American Classical Roman Furniture

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Plaster, Paint

Classical Roman furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Classical Roman furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, building and garden elements, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with stone, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Classical Roman furniture 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 furniture, popular names associated with this style include Europa Antiques, Luca Scacchetti, LAGU, and Richard Ginori. 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 furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $30 and tops out at $150,000 while the average work can sell for $2,914.

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