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Neoclassical Furniture

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
Neoclassical Alabaster Urn Lamp on Column
Located in Barcelona, ES
Neoclassical Alabaster Urn Lamp on Pedestal Stand Gorgeous alabaster pedestal-mounted uplighter neoclassical urn lamp. Italy, 1940s. Amazing aged patina, it provides a charming ligh...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alabaster

Ralph Lauren Home Spectator Black Dinnerware ~ Set of 8 Place Settings
Located in New York, NY
A set of 8 (eight) place settings in the Spectator black pattern by Ralph Lauren Home Collection. Porcelain. Signed, circa 1995-1996. This pattern is currently out of production. ...
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1990s English Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Koken original Brown Leather White Enameled Cast Iron Barber Chair, Circa 1918
By Theo A. Kochs, Koken Manufacturing Co.
Located in Linkebeek, BE
!!!!! System to be reviewed - to be restored !!!!! Sold as is Measures : 70x100cm H:116 cm SH: 65cm Materials and Techniques: Leather - Enamel - Iron Place of Origin: United States Koken was a barber chair company in the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. These chairs are known for their sturdy construction and high-quality materials.Koken barber chairs...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Chrome, Iron

Vintage Metal Rectangular Coffee Table in the Manner of Giacometti
Located in Bensalem, PA
Glass is nice and edge is beveled feel free to reach out with any questions
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1970s Spanish Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Louis Philippe Style Leather Top Desk With Side Pullouts and Gilt Accents
Located in Essex, MA
Louis Philippe style leather top desk with side pullouts. A very good-sized desk with tapered legs topped with black ebony caps and elegant neoclassical design decorative brass finia...
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Late 20th Century Contemporary Fruitwood Low Adjustable Shelf Bookcase
Located in Germantown, MD
A Late 20th Century Contemporary Fruitwood Low Adjustable Shelf Bookcase. Measures 30" in width, 13.75" in depth and 30.75" in height.
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Fruitwood

Wedgwood blue and white jasperware jewelry tray
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
A fine Wedgwood jasperware jewelry tray, beautiful neoclassical style item decorated with white antique-style scenes and an elegant laurels...
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20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Italian Neo-Classical Style Hand Painted Petite Commode or Side Table
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an Italian neo-classical style hand painted petite commode or side table. Even the drawer interior is painted! It does have a key. Even though this looks early, it is more li...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Richly decorated castle punch bowl, Marzi Remy, dwarf bacchus 1930s, Germany
Located in Wien, AT
This special object is a punch bowl made of stoneware in the 1930s by the well-known German manufacturer Marzi & Remy. This stoneware object boasts an exceptionally rich design, typ...
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1930s German Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stoneware

Early 20th Century "Possum Belly" Baker’s Table
Located in San Francisco, CA
Imagine a time back before bread came in a plastic bag and pies arrived home frozen. Time traveling, with an aged patina to show for it, is this antique American “possum belly” baker’s table...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

19th Century Italian Hand-Carved Carrara Marble Pedestal or Decorative Stand
Located in Miami, FL
A fine 19th century Italian hand-carved Carrara marble pedestal sculpted from luxurious Carrara marble, the choice of sculptors for centuries, it features a tiered twist design, one ...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble

The Lions of Florence, Monumental Pair of Italian Carved Limestone Medici Lions
Located in Dallas, TX
The monumental size of this pair of hand-carved limestone lions is quite impressive, and their stature has been embellished by positioning them on classic, rectangular pedestals. Florence, Italy, is known for its artistic depictions of lions, ranging from the city’s coat of arms to the famous Marzocco lion that is currently part of Piazza della Signoria, and of course, the Medici lions, which inspired this pair. Just like the original Medici, these lions mirror...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stone, Limestone

Vintage European 25S Santa Claus Christmas Ornaments Figurines
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Cute set if 25 Vintage European Mercury glass Handpainted Christmas ornaments/ Christmas Santa Claus in beautiful red and gold with glitter.
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1970s German Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

18th Century French Neoclassical Large Split Panel Wall Mirror.
Located in Vero Beach, FL
18th Century French Neoclassical Large Split Panel Wall Mirror. Impressive 18th century giltwood mirror with original split panel. The gilded wood frame reflects the worn effect of ...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Wood, Giltwood

19th Century Italian Statuario Marble Sculpture of Kneeling Venus, 81 cm
Located in Kastrup, DK
An impressive sculpture in Italian statuario marble, executed around 1880. The figure depicts Venus (Aphrodite in the Greek tradition) in the classical pose known as the Kneeling Ven...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

Vintage Engraved Metal Chalice, Early 20th Century Trophy Cup or Wine Goblet
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This antique engraved metal chalice is a stunning example of early 20th-century craftsmanship, perfect for collectors of historic trophies, ceremonial goblets, and vintage drinkware....
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

19th C Hollow Body Eagle Weather Vane
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine 19th c patinaed eagle weather vane was found in New England. The iron base is a custom made stand. The condition is very good on this ear...
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19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Copper, Iron

Twelve Antique Hardy Hayes Royal Worcester Porcelain Plates, C1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
Twelve Antique English Royal Worcester Fine China Plates Retailed by Hardy & Hayes with Neoclassical Floral Urns, Garland and Gilt Highlights, C1910 Measures - .75"H x 10.5"diam A se...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Small Framed Acrylic on Wood Still-Life Oil Painting, signed
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
This miniature oil painting, titled Delft Pitcher is signed by the artist Alva Holcombe. The scene includes the blue and white Delft pitcher, books and fruit all sitting on a white d...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

1920 s Caldwell Sconces with Etched Mirror Backplate
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze sconces with etched mirrored backplate.
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

French Midcentury Modern Tiered Table-Shelf
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A dazzling side table or display shelf from mid-20th century France, in the style of Maison Baguès, crafted in brass and tinted mirror. The polished brass frame appears gilded, refle...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique Neoclassical Leaded Stained Glass Pine Floral French Doors Sidelite 90"
Located in Dayton, OH
A rare and impressive set of antique half glazed architectural salvaged French double doors and sidelites. Features a solid pine frame with arched, scrolled and neoclassical ribboned...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stained Glass, Pine

A French Carved Limestone Circular Center/Dining Table on a Baluster-form Base
Located in San Francisco, CA
this classically styled table hand-crafted in France with thick circular top with bullnose edge; raised on a robust and shapely baluster-form base; overall even wear and patina to su...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Limestone

1950s Neoclassical White Crackled Ceramic Italian Bust of Antinoo
Located in Catania, Sicilia
The image shows a Neoclassical ceramic bust of Antinoo (Antinous), a celebrated figure from classical antiquity. This particular bust, dating from the 1950s, is crafted in a white ce...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Brass Candelabra Chandelier
Located in Dallas, TX
This listing features a brass Neoclassical candelabra style chandelier that houses 6 lights, hardwired and ready to be installed.
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20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

French 19th Century Bronze Putti Candelabra Lamps Pair
Located in New York, NY
Spectacular Pair of 19th century French Gilt Bronze Putti Candelabra lamps. Neoclassical Pair French Gilt Bronze Putti Candelabra Lamps. Original marble socle bases. A true pair h...
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1890s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass, Bronze

Pair Maison Jansen Brass and Steel Rams Head Savonarola Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This pair of Maison Jansen brass and steel ram’s head Savonarola chairs exemplifies the Parisian design house’s mastery of blending classical inspiration with modern sophistication. ...
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass, Steel

Traditional Style Mahogany Wine Bar Secretary Cabinet by South Cone Trading Co
Located in Plainview, NY
An exquisite wine bar secretary cabinet by South Cone Trading Company. An elegant embodiment of traditional craftsmanship, the wine bar cabinet is hand crafted of quality Mahogany w...
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Italian, Emiliana, Late Neoclassic Turned Walnut 1-Drawer Table, ca. 1840
Located in Atlanta, GA
fairly straight forward rectangular 1-drawer walnut writing table until you notice the turning on the legs, there's a first time for everything and these are exceptional
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1840s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Custom French Limestone Neoclassical Style Indoor/Outdoor Wall Console Table
Located in San Francisco, CA
custom sizes and Belgian Bluestone option available; fabricated in three pieces, the thick rectangular top with ogee edge raised on two shaped supports; great for outdoor patio or in...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Limestone

Wedgwood blue and white jasperware candleholders
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
Fine pair of Wedgwood jasperware candleholder, neoclassical style item decorated with white flowers and leaves friezes on a sky-blue background. Jasperware, or jasper ware, is a type...
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20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

19th Century Continental Female Bust Sculpture in White Marble
Located in New York, NY
Fine antique (19th century) continental bust of a lovely female in curls and dress adorned with bows at the shoulder. Apparently unsigned.
Category

Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Carrara Marble

1920s Silver Plated Caldwell Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920’s Caldwell silver plated sconces with two lights
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

Original Oil on Canvas Southwest Desert Plein Air Painting by Dorothy Glascow
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous original oil on canvas southwest desert plein air landscape painting by listed artist Dorothy Glascow, circa 1950s. This wonderful piece measures 33.25" x 27"and it is signe...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Canvas, Burl

Ruby Red Etched Glass Stemmed Goblet Glasses with Grape Design
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Elegant set of ruby red etched goblet glasses. This set would be fantastic for use as water, wine or ice tea glasses. The base of each glass is red with...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Glass

Henkel-Harris Neoclassical Mahogany Framed Wall Mirror
Located in Germantown, MD
Henkel-Harris Neoclassical Mahogany Framed Wall Mirror. Measures 44.5" in width x 34.5" in height.
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Wood, Mahogany

19th Century Swedish Pine Secretary Bureau
Located in Round Top, TX
19th-century Swedish pine secretary featuring traditional carved fluted diamonds on the upper doors. This secretary has been given a newer professionally layered painted finish—black...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Pine

Pair of Baker Architectural Neoclassical Style Painted Library Bookcases
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Grand pair of architectural painted library bookcases or display cabinets hand-crafted by Baker. Each large cabinet has an arched opening surmounted by a corniced top. The cases have...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Italian 18th Century Carved Giltwood Neo Classical Style bird Ornament
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful handcarved giltwood bird ornament. Made out of wood with later chalk restorations. Italy circa 1780 . Weathered, losses and old repairs. Measurements individual and includ...
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18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

18th Century Swedish Neoclassical Period Painted Chest of Drawer
Located in Charleston, SC
A charming unusual small proportioned Neoclassical chest of drawers from 18th-century Sweden in muted blue-blackish tone. The chest comprises three drawers, including a top drawer wi...
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18th Century Swedish Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Jules Moigniez (French 1834 - ) Bronze Figure of Eagle on Marble Plinth, Signed
Located in Germantown, MD
Jules Moigniez, Patinated Cast Bronze Figure of Eagle on marble Plinth. Jules Moigniez (French 28 May 1835 – 29 May 1894) was a French animalier sculptor who worked during the 19th c...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Neoclassical Style Mahogany Plant Stand
Located in Astoria, NY
Neoclassical Style Mahogany Plant Stand, circular top above foliate motif fluted stem atop tripod base. 57" H x 22" W x 22" D.  Provenance:...
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Set of 8 Neoclassical Style Mastercraft Dining Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Set of 8 vintage Mastercraft Neoclassical style dining chairs. Ebonized chairs with bronze sabots have been professionally restored and upholstered in very nice coral colored faux le...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Late 19th Century Caldwell Gilt Bronze Chandelier with 12 Lights
Located in New York, NY
Late 19th century Caldwell gilt bronze large chandelier with 12 lights. Neoclassic style
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Late 19th Century North American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Neo Classic Dolphin Brass Marble Library Table Table
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Neoclassical style brass dolphin motif and marble table or desk lamp. Nicely chased detailing on brass dolphins, center portion solid round green marble, resting on black leather wra...
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1960s European Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass

3 Vintage German Wood Nutcrackers -Same day Shipping
Located in Boca Raton, FL
3 Vintage German polychrome wood Handpainted Nitcracker figurines.
Category

1960s German Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair of Hollywood Regency Neoclassical Style Brass Obelisks
Located in Houston, TX
Great pair of Hollywood Regency brass obelisks. These beautiful midcentury neoclassical style brass obelisks have a naturally occurring patina that could be polished if desired. Perf...
Category

1970s Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Wonderful French Maison Bagues Vaughan Gilt Bronze Art Glass Flush Mount Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful French Maison Bagues / Sherle Wagner / Vaughan Style Gilt Bronze & Starburst Art Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Fixture
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20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

"David by Michelangelo" Plaster Bust
Located in Sacile, PN
A gorgeous white Plaster Bust of "David by Michelangelo". This statue is based on the sculpture of David by Michelangelo, which is a masterpiece ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Plaster

Brass Duck heads Fireplace Tools In the style of Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style fireplace tools with duck heads is made of brass. This is a French work In the style of Maison Jansen. Circa 1970
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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Single Martini Tripod Hand Forged Hoof Feet Side Table, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Single martini tripod hand forged hoof feet side table, in stock Hammered and forged iron iron Hand Made in France Warm black patina that gives it a timeless aesthetic. Available in ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

French Cast Stone Garden Bust of Ariadne, Circa 1900
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
French Cast Stone Garden Bust of Ariadne, Circa 1900 France Early 20th Century This French Cast Stone Garden Bust of Ariadne, dating to the early 20th century (circa 1900), is a s...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Cast Stone

Round Reed Barton Silverplate Candy Dish or Catchall
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A petite round silverplate candy dish by Reed & Barton. This pretty dish will be great on a coffee table or credenza for your favorite candies or even used as a catchall or trinket d...
Category

20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Tiffany Co. Clear Crystal Candlesticks a Pair
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Pair of Tiffany & Co. Clear Crystal Candlesticks. A gorgeous pair of crystal candlesticks By Tiffany & Co., New York, USA. Austria, Late 20th Century Measures: 4.5"W x 4.5"D x 8.5"H....
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Crystal

Pair of 19th Century Marble and Granite Console Tables
Located in Essex, MA
Pair of Mid-19th Century Marble and Granite Console Tables. Each with marble leg supports in Neoclassical Renaissance Form. Carved lion heads and lion paw feet. Tops are a thick s...
Category

19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Granite, Marble

Large Bronze Neoclassical Garden Sculpture Of A Youth With Tambourine
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An impressive, large bronze garden statue depicting a Neoclassical youth wearing a fleece sash around the hip, posed walking over a circular base with a tambourine raised high. The b...
Category

Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Benedetto Boschetti Bronze Mercury Statue After Giambologna 19th Century
Located in Toledo, OH
Nineteenth century bronze "Mercury" by the Benedetto Boschetti workshops. The model of Mercury is after the Italian Renaissance sculptor Giambologna. Mercury stands on one foot supported by a zephyr and holds a caduceus. Mounted on a circular marble base with a plaque "Mercury by Boschetti". Statue is marked B Boschetti Roma...
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19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Neoclassical Style Painted Bookcase
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Imposing 19th century French library bookcase or cabinet featuring a weathered, painted finish. The two-part case is crafted in the Greco-Roman style with decorative pilaster columns...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique American Maple Gilt Ebonised Frame Rush Seat Chair
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Lambert Hitchcock Maple Gilt Ebonised Frame With Rush Seat Chair Provenance purchased from a Country Estate in Wiltshire, UK. Lambert Hitchcock (May 28, 1795, Cheshire, Conn...
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19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Maple

A French ebonized sideboard in the manner of Andre Arbus, C. 1940.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sculptural French sideboard, circa 1940, executed in ebonized wood with elegant bronze mounts, in the refined neoclassical style associated with André Arbus. The subtly curved fron...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Neoclassical furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical 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 lighting, decorative objects, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical furniture 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 furniture, popular names associated with this style include Edward F. Caldwell Co., Wedgwood, Carpanese Home Italia, and Workstead. 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 $20 and tops out at $4,125,484 while the average work can sell for $3,450.

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