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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
1900 Caldwell’s Leaded Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
Caldwell beautiful leaded glass light fixture with interior lights.
Category

Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Raymond Subes Brass and Marble Neoclassical Style Coffee Table
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant neoclassical style coffee table is made of bronze and brass with a black and gilt marble top. This is a French work by famous designer Raymond Subes. Circa...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass

Vintage Neoclassical Chalkware Lady with Jugs Figurine Statue Bud Vase 16"
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid to early 20th century brown painted chalkware figurine / short vase in the shape of tall neoclassical / art nouveau styled woman carrying water ...
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Plaster

Mid-Century American Classical Cream Painted and Decorated Maple Twin Beds, Pair
Located in Germantown, MD
A pair of Mid-Century American Classical Cream Painted and Decorated Maple Twin Beds. Measures 42.5" in width, 81.5" in depth, 40.5" height at the headb...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Maple, Paint

Brass Coffee Table with Marble Top by Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant neoclassical style coffee table is made of brass with a white marble top. This is a French work by Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
Category

1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass

S. Kirk Son Long Handled Sterling Silver Repousse Rose Berry Fruit Spoon, 1930
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From S. Kirk & Son, Baltimore, Maryland, a ‘Repousse Rose’ long handled sterling silver berry spoon, circa 1930s. The longer handle is suited to serving ...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

Huge Antique French Bronze Roman Soldier Sculpture by Picault
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Huge Antique French Bronze Roman Soldier Sculpture by Picault
Category

1890s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Exquisite Pair of Neo-Gothic Gold-Plated Brass Candlesticks, c. 1850-1890
Located in Skien, NO
Exquisite Pair of 19th-Century Neo-Gothic Gold-Plated Brass Candlesticks – German Antique Masterpieces (c. 1850-1890) **A Rare & Opulent Neo-Gothic Treasure** This stunning matched ...
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19th Century German Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Gold Plate

20th C. Exceptional Framed Hand-Carved Wood Relief of the Last Supper, Rare
Located in Germantown, MD
Early 20th Century Exceptional Framed Hand-Carved Wood Relief of the Last Super. Continental tropical baroque heavy solid wood frame, carved by a master carver. The piece has elaborately carved opulent heavy foliage frame around a meticulously hand carved fugures of Jesus and the 12 Apostles...
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20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Italian Tray With A Greek Key Design
Located in Houston, TX
Italian Tray With A Greek Key Design. Offered is a lovely round Italian pewter tray with a beautiufl Greek key design around the perimeter. This tray can be used as a serving tray fo...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Pewter

Neoclassical Style Swinging Brass Psyche Mirror in the Style of Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice swinging neoclassical style psyche mirror is made of brass. This is a French work in the style of Maison Jansen. Circa 1970
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Set of Eight Michael Taylor Style Klismos Dining Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stylish set of eight lacquered neoclassical klismos dining armchairs attributed to Michael Taylor. The chairs feature solid beech carved frames with a klismos style tablet back and w...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Leather, Beech

Vintage Poured Stone Urn Form Planter
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional urn form planter in poured stone with great patina and surface. The urn features a big deep bowl with foliate decoration, two handles each with a face. The urn planter ha...
Category

Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Cement

Pair. Neoclassic Dining, Side, Accent Chairs Made in Italy, circa 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional pair of Italian neoclassical side, or dining chairs, constructed of metal with faux gilt decoration, and chic leopard print seat cushion...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

Stickley Furniture Chaise or Recamier Sofa
Located in Southampton, NJ
Elegant chaise lounge or Recamier sofa by Stickley Furniture in left or right wing options. Generous, lithe proportions, Neoclassical in style with bolster cushion. Seat: 16.5" H.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Large Italian Whitewash Giltwood Fluted Wall Brackets Shelves - a Pair
Located in Pearland, TX
A gorgeous pair of Mid-Century Italian Neoclassical-style limed wood distressed white wall brackets or corbels. Marked "Made In Italy" on reverse. These lovely brackets are a nice la...
Category

1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Vintage Stiffel Neoclassical Brass Cannonball Column Table Lamps - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Stiffel Neoclassical Brass Cannonball Column Table Lamps - a Pair. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 36" H (to finial) x 26" H (to light socket) x 8.25" W x 8.25" D. {3-...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Romweber French Neoclassical Mahogany and Burl Wood Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding French Neoclassical or Louis XVI style bubble glass breakfront bookcase cabinet or dining cabinet By Romweber USA, Circa 1930s...
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1930s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique German Greek Key Rimmed Luncheon Plates by Kpm, 1920s
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous set of ten Greek key rimmed luncheon plates By KPM Porcelain Germany, Circa 1920s Measures: 8.88"W x 8.88"D x 1"H. Excellent original condition.
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1920s German Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Brass and cast iron umbrella stand. French. Circa 1900
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice umbrella stand is made of brass with a cast iron and zinc base. This is a French work. Circa 1900
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass, Iron

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

Pair of Brass Side Tables with Oxidized Mirror Tops by Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant pair of neoclassical style side tables is made of brass with fluted legs and with oxidized mirror tops. This is a French work by Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique 18th Century Russian Rosewood Marquetry Games Table by Christian Meyer
By Christian Meyer
Located in Portland, OR
A highly important late 18th century antique Neoclassical Russian rosewood, tulipwood, bois citronnier, bois satine and fruitwood marquetry games table, attributed to Christian Meyer...
Category

1790s Russian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Fruitwood, Rosewood, Tulipwood

Vintage French Marble Top Bistro Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
A charming French vintage brasserie bistrot table, perfect for entertaining or everyday indoors or outdoor use. The original removable white marble has expressive veining. Table craf...
Category

20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Iron

Pair of French Neoclassical-Style Giltwood Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of French Neoclassical-Style Giltwood Armchairs Country: France Materials: Carved Gold-Leaf Wood, New Alpaca Mohair Condition: Newly Reupholstered, New Alpaca Mohair Style: ...
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alpaca

Leather Faux Book Storage Cabinet For CDs and Keepsakes
Located in Waxahachie, TX
I never thought I'd call a CD case vintage. Leather faux book storage cabinet with two drawers and CD storage with two doors. In the style of Maitland Smith. Lacquered drawers. Ma...
Category

1990s Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Leather

Manifattura Artistica Le Porcellane Italian Gold-Plated Table Lamp Hand Painted
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Manifattura Artistica Le Porcellane is an Italian company, which for over 70 years, skilled hands give life to valuable achievement...
Category

1990s Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain, Fabric

Kindel Furniture Neoclassical Carved Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Neoclassical, Regency, or French Empire style breakfront bookcase or dining cabinet By Kindel Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Carved mahogany, with mullioned glass front doo...
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1980s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

American Empire/Classical Dining Table in Mahogany w/ Grecian-Form Pedestal Base
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A very handsome dining table with antique classical Grecian-form, stepped pedestal base in figured West Indies mahogany (circa 1825), with a newly-made rectangular top and ogee apron...
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1820s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Italian Neoclassical Style Curule Leather Benches
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Newly Reupholstered Materials: Italian Leather, Carved Wood Style: Italian Neoclassical
Category

1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Neoclassical Style Griffin Jardiniere Planter
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Striking neoclassical style reproduction in metal of an iconic griffin sculpture having scalloped bowl on top and rounded base at the bottom. Nice patina that shows age. Medium weig...
Category

1970s Mexican Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

Maison Jansen, Neoclassical Brass Coffee Table with Black Lacquered Glass Top
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice neoclassical style rectangular coffee table is made of brass with fluted legs and a stretcher on the bottom part. It has a black lacquered glass shelf on top with brass tri...
Category

1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Brass Steel Coffee Table with Glass Eglomised Mirror Tops by Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This beautiful and elegant neoclassical style coffee table is made of brass, brushed steel and bronze with clear glass on top and gilt eglomised mirror bottom shelf. French work by M...
Category

1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of Italian Carved Marble Neoclassical Urns with Lotus Motif
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Italian Carved Marble Neoclassical Urns with Lotus Motif ,Sold in Pairs Only. Offered is a pair of strikingly sculptural Italian carved marble urns, executed in richly vein...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Carrara Marble

A Magnificent Pair of French Louis XVI Style Ormolu Vases
Located in Queens, NY
A Magnificent Pair of French Louis XVI Style Ormolu Vases A superb pair of French Louis XVI style ormolu vases, exquisitely cast and richly decorated in the Neoclassical taste. Each...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ormolu

Antique Serpentine Wire and Brass Fireplace Fender
Located in New York, NY
Classic antique serpentine form wire fender, having cast brass paw feet, finials, and trim. This example is in very good, original, clean and ready to use condition, showing only lig...
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19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass, Wire

Antique Stone Neoclassical Ionic Column Capital Stand, 19th Century
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning Greek or Roman Neoclassical style cast stone Ionic column capital. This piece of architectural salvage would make a lovely objet d'art, ...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Cast Stone

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...
Category

20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Workstead Pendolo Sconce Small
Located in Floyd, VA
The Pendolo Sconce is composed of a directional fabric cone, radiating a subtle cast of light into a space - and a focused beam of light - in a myriad o...
Category

2010s American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Nickel

Pennsylvania House American Classical Cherry Extention Dining Table with Pads
Located in Germantown, MD
Pennsylvania House midcentury American classical solid Cherry Extention dining table with protective Pads. Comes with 3 leaves. Fully extended t...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Cherry

19th Century Wood Italian Box
Located in Barcelona, ES
19th century wood Italian box.
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Neoclassical Style Brass Bar Cart by Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice neoclassical style bar cart is made of brass. Both trays are removable. This is a French work by Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

"A Still Life of Peaches on a Tapestry" Oil Painting by William Mason Brown
By William Mason Brown
Located in Wiscasset, ME
Oil on canvas, signed lower right and presented in a wonderful, possibly original, gilt frame. Featuring peaches in an interior setting resting on a tapestry. Measuring 28" x 32" ...
Category

1860s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Paint

Diminutive Italian Neoclassical Carved Fruitwood Neoclassical Pedestal, C. 1960
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Diminutive Italian Neoclassical Carved Fruitwood Neoclassical Pedestal, C. 1960 Diminutive Italian Neoclassical Carved Fruitwood Pedestal, c. 1960 This beautifully crafted diminut...
Category

20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Fruitwood

Vintage Patinated Bronze Sculpture American Bald Eagle Upon Landing
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage patinated bronze sculpture 'American Bald Eagle Upon Landing' USA, Circa 1960s Of large scale, realistically cast and modeled of a land...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Antique National Cashier Register With the Key
Located in Brea, CA
Antique national cashier register R313 with a key , the drawer can open , there is a key , it is a beautiful piece .
Category

1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Wedgwood Light Blue Dancing Hours Neoclassical Jasperware Bowls, Pair
Located in Stamford, CT
1970 Wedgwood jasperware footed bowl. Light blue jasperware with all-over white neoclassical motif. Signed on the underside.
Category

20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Antique Drawing Room Cabinet, French, Walnut, Buffet, Neoclassical, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique drawing room cabinet. A French, burr walnut and chestnut buffet in Neoclassical taste, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1850. Exceptional provincial craftsma...
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1850s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Chestnut, Walnut

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

Early 20th Century Refinished American Rolling Pine Blanket Chest Storage Trunk
Located in Germantown, MD
Early 20th Century American Rolling pine Blanket Trunk. Measures 29" in width, 16" in depth and stands 20" tall.
Category

Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

Early 20th Century Nichols and Stone Barrel Back Windsor Armchair
Located in Germantown, MD
An early 20th century Nichols And Stone Barrel Back Windsor stained ArmChair. Very sturdy. Good vintage condition. Measures 25" in width, 23" in de...
Category

Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Broyhill Premier Penn Colony Nightstands End Side Tables, Circa 1970s, a Pair
Located in Germantown, MD
Beautiful pair of solid maple nightstands end tables, bedside tables from the Penn Colony Collection of Broyhill Premier in good condition. Very solid cons...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Maple

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

Pair Neoclassical Style Mongolian Curly Hair Giltwood Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Neoclassical style Mongolian curly hair giltwood chairs featuring carved wood drapery seat back and finials with channelled legs,
Category

20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Hide, Giltwood

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

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

Vintage European Jumbo Christmas Ball Handpainted
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Unique vintage European blown glass , Mercury I glass , skillfully painted winter landscape on a purple background.
Category

1970s German Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass

Neoclassical Black Marble Pedestal Column
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Beautiful neoclassical marble pedestal column, late 20th century. Probably hailing from Italy, this handsome column is of the deepest lico...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

18th Century Italian Carved Giltwood Mirror
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
18th Century Italian giltwood mirror. With carved scroll work headed with an eagle and terminating in swags of carved flowers.
Category

18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Dos Gallos Custom Round Beehive Pedestal Dining/Center Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful custom pedestal table with layered beehive base. Can be made in custom sizes and finishes, in walnut, oak or mahogany. Can be made with leaves. Made in Los Angeles. Shown h...
Category

2010s American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Walnut

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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