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
Place of Origin: English
Huge Minton Majolica Vase
By Minton
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1870, by Minton, England. A gorgeous example of English porcelain, this monumental vase is a Victorian Aesthetic movement tour de force. Majolica by Minton is known for its del...
Category
19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
$12,500
Silver Gilt Portland Vase by Elkington
Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
This magnificent silver-gilt Portland vase was crafted by the pioneering silversmithing firm of Elkington & Co. The iconic classical scenes are chased up...
Category
19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver, Silver
Regency White and Green Torchere or Plant Stand
Located in New York, NY
Edged in green throughout; the round top supported by three outward curving supports joined by a platform stretcher and ending in outscrolled feet.
Category
Late 18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
English Pair of Youthful Stoneware Statues of Commerce and Knowledge
Located in Katonah, NY
A fine and rare pair of stoneware figures representing Commerce and Knowledge, possibly produced by Doulton
Co. of Lambeth, England, the figure of Knowledge depicted as a youth, classically robed and seated on a tree trunk, with open book in proper left hand and stylus in proper right hand, the figure of Commerce depicted as a youthful Hermes, the Greek god of trade, commerce and communications, partially draped, wearing a winged helmet and holding a caduceus, standing alongside a barrel topped with a book and a money pouch, English, ca. 1870.
Each figure 47 ins. high. Knowledge 20 ins. wide, 16 ins. deep. Commerce 20 ins. wide, 16 ins. deep. On associated composition stone square pedestals...
Category
1870s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
19th Century Classical Figures on Marble Bases
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Two elegant 19th century classical spelter figures on yellow fossilised marble bases, dating to circa 1850.
This decorative pair of classical sculptures – one modelled as a seated f...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Metal, Spelter
English Sterling Silver Serving Spoon, 1891
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The English sterling silver spoon has a lion hallmark depicting London and an "R" in a shield likely bears a hallmark indicating it was made in 1891. The lion represent the city ass...
Category
19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
$145 Sale Price
80% Off
Pair of George III Neo Classical Candlesticks by John Winter
Company, 1775
Located in London, GB
A very unusual pair of George III Neo Classical Candlesticks made in Sheffield in 1775 by John Winter & Company.
The Candlesticks display a square base decorated with a band of rais...
Category
18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Silver
Minton Hollins 8-inch Neoclassical Tile
By Minton
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A reclaimed 8-inch clay tile by Minton Hollins & Co. (stamped to reverse) illustrated with a scene from Shakespeare’s 1593 poem ‘Venus and Adonis’.
Inspired by Greek mythology, the ...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Clay
Neoclassical sterling silver teapot stand made in London in 1795
By George Burrows II
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1795 by George Burrows, this handsome, Antique, George III period, Sterling Silver Teapot Stand, is quatrefoil in shape, featuring engraved detailing around t...
Category
1790s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique English Victorian Marquetry Writing Desk by Donald Ross
Located in London, GB
Antique English Victorian marquetry writing desk by Donald Ross
English, c. 1890
Measures: Height 75cm, width 108cm, depth 64cm
This superb mahogany writing desk by Donald Ross ...
Category
1890s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
A Pair of Terracotta Urns with Swags and Lion Masks
Located in Katonah, NY
A pair of stoneware urns by J.M. Blashfield, each body ornamented with four lion masks joined by festoons of fruit and flowers, stamped on inside of rim, “J M Blashfield, Stamford”, ...
Category
1870s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
Wedgwood Green Dip Tricolor Snake Handled Vase
By Wedgwood
Located in New Orleans, LA
Tricolor jasperware was one of Wedgwood’s most celebrated innovations, and this exquisitely rare vase is an extraordinary example of this wondrous ...
Category
19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Georgian Blue John and Silver Urn
Located in New Orleans, LA
This important George III blue John urn is attributed to famed Swedish architect Sir William Chambers. The solid piece is carved entirely from rare Blue...
Category
18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Stone, Marble
Antique Marbled Plaster Statue of Hebe
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique marbled plaster statue of Hebe, the goddess of youth, after Antonio Canova. Made in plaster, the exterior of this life size sculptures is made to simulate marble, making t...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Plaster
Homer Antique Plaster Bust
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
This Greek bust depicts the legendary poet and author Homer who is presumed to have penned the two of ancient Greece’s most epic poems: the Iliad and the Odyssey. Scholars are uncertain whether or not Homer actually existed but if he in fact did exist, Homer would be regarded as one of the greatest literary artists of his time. This is an iconic statue for an interior and looks particularly impactful when placed on a column or plinth. Please note the blue plinth...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Plaster
A Refined 1780s Neoclassical Chimneypiece in Statuary Marble with Tinos Inlays
By Robert Adam
Located in London, GB
A Very Refined 1780S Neoclassical Chimneypiece In White Statuary Marble With Tinos Inlays Of The Highest Quality. An exquisite late 18th century chimneypiece of Robert Adam’s design....
Category
Late 18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Statuary Marble
Neoclassical antique sterling silver mustard pot made by Frances Purton in 1788
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1788 by Frances Purton, this attractive, George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Mustard Pot, features ...
Category
1780s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
19th Century Carved Fruitwood Armchairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful pair of carved fruitwood armchairs from England in the neoclassical style. The carvings have an urn with overflowing flowers and vines. The chairs are upholstered in silk w...
Category
19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
$4,200 / set
Decorative Antique Neoclassical Fire Mantel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
This highly decorative antique fire mantel dates from the late 1800s and encompasses a mixture of styles from across the ages. The composition moul...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Composition
Pair of English Two-Arm Chandeliers
By Wedgwood
Located in Dubai, AE
Pair of English Barbell Chandeliers by Wedgwood with blue jasperware, chiseled bronze accents and two bulbs covered by decorated clear glass egg shape diffusers.
Each chandelier con...
Category
Early 1900s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
$47,921 / set
Antique Brass Doric Column Table Lamp. English, C.1920
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Elegant brass column lamp
Original patina
The lamp has been re-wired to UK standards.
No shade
Free UK shipping
Category
1920s English Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Wine Cooler English 19th Century England
Located in New York, NY
Wine Cooler English 19th Century England. An English early 19th century wine cooler made in mahogany with a brass insert. Gilt bronze handles and...
Category
19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
$1,800 Sale Price
48% Off
Antique Georgian Pine Fire Mantel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique Georgian pine fire surround. Showcasing a fine composition fluted frieze, this fireplace is ornately crafted in pine and applied with composition mouldings to the centre t...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Composition
Antique George III Old Sheffield Silver on Copper Basket 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a fabulous antique Neo-classical George III Old Sheffield plate silver on copper bread basket / fruit dish, circa 1810 in date.
The rectagular swing handled basket features ...
Category
19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate, Copper
English 19th C. Thomas Webb
Sons Double Handle Cameo Vase, Signed G. Woodall
Located in New York, NY
A Rare and Highly Important Antique English 19th Century Thomas Webb & Sons Blue Cut-to-Clear Double Handle Cameo Wine Cooler, Signed G. Woodall. Etched and Ccid Washed. This 19th ...
Category
1880s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Crystal
Wedgwood Jasperware Pitcher Neoclassical Style
By Wedgwood
Located in New York, NY
An authentic English sage green and white Jasperware matte stoneware pitcher by Wedgwood in the Neoclassical style, 1955, mid-20thth century, England. Pitcher has a white raised reli...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
19th Century English Satinwood Neoclassical Style Side Cabinet By Maple
Co
By Maple
Co.
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine 19th century Satinwood side cabinet in the Neoclassical style, of arc-en-arbalette form, rising from six carved elegant legs, the central bow fronted door centred by a n...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Satinwood
Neoclassical 19th Century English Gilt
Gesso Carved Shield-Shaped Mirror
Located in London, GB
A Giltwood Neoclassical Mirror
Carved from wood and elaborated with gesso detailing, the shield-shape mirror plate with beveled edge and housed in a gilded frame, with intricate, sc...
Category
19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Gesso, Giltwood
Pair of Silver Plated Torchieres
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1940's English silver-plated torcheres with uplight and with finely etched bases.
Measurements:
Total height: 64"
Diameter: 10"
Category
1940s English Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
$12,000 / set
Reclaimed Mythological Tile by Minton Hollins
By Minton
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A reclaimed 8-inch clay tile by Minton Hollins & Co. (stamped to reverse) illustrated with a mythological scene from Shakespeare’s 1593 poem ‘Venus and Adonis’. Inspired by Greek myt...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Clay
The Duke Of Dorset
s Sterling Silver Cup and Cover Hallmarked London 1773
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1773 by Charles Wright, this striking, antique George III, sterling silver cup and cover, features reed detailed loop handles and applied acanthus decoration. The cup bears an original engraved coat of arms for John Frederick Sackville, 3rd Duke of Dorset...
Category
1770s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
One Pair Very Stately 19th Century English Urns on Stands, Brushed Steel Finish
Located in Buchanan, MI
One pair very stately 19th century English urns on stands, brushed steel finish. Great dramatic statement for entry, indoor or out door use.
Category
19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Set of 4 Georgian Antique Sterling Silver Sauce Tureens. John Emes London 1802/3
By John Emes
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1802 & 1803 by John Emes, this handsome set of 4, George III, Antique sterling silver sauce tureens, are 'Boat' shaped, and plain in design, featuring reed bo...
Category
Early 1800s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair of English Neo-Classical Style White-Washed Urns
Located in Dallas, TX
This is a pair of English Neo-Classical Style terra cotta White-Washed Urns that adds a touch of elegance to any garden or outdoor space. Perfect for adding a classic and sophisticat...
Category
Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
Pair Wedgwood Creamware Dishes England Circa 1810
By Wedgwood
Located in Katonah, NY
Made by Wedgwood in England circa 1810, this pair of creamware dishes features a neoclassical border decorated with a band of green acanthus leaves separated by black darts.
The bord...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Creamware
Large cast iron basin on it stand England or France, circa 1850
Located in Paris, FR
Rare cast iron pedestal basin in neoclassical style, decorated with lion heads, gadroons, and arabesques. With a beautiful original patina.
Category
1850s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Antique Early 19th Century Spode Porcelain Pattern Number 2408 Tea Cup
Saucer
By Spode
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Spode porcelain cup & saucer.
Pattern no. 2408
Decorated throughout with a cobalt floral patttern and extensive gilding.
Simply a great cup & saucer from Spod...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Maitland-Smith Neoclassical Marble Marquetry Inlay Occasional Table
Located in North Palm Beach, FL
Beautiful neoclassically styled occasional table by Maitland Smith. The table features a marble marquetry inlay top supported by three swan-footed legs. A magnificent open-winged bra...
Category
1970s English Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Brass
Antique Framed Siena Marble Roman Bust
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique Italian Grand tour carved Siena marble plaque of a Roman bust. In a contemporary gilt frame, the Siena marble displays excellent veining complimenting the side profile of ...
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Siena Marble
Rams Head Tazza Style Coade Stone Urn
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A small English rams head urn in ‘tazza’ style attributed to Coade (unmarked) circa 1790. Dating from the Georgian era, this urn has a neoclassical look, well modelled with a pair of...
Category
Late 18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Coade Stone
Antique Carved Wooden Mould Ex. Tucker Collection
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A mounted antique carved wooden mould from the Tucker collection. This is one of many moulds we are selling from this vast collection assembled by British make-up artist, Christopher...
Category
Late 18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Steel
Minton Tile of ‘Classical Figures with Musical Instruments’ by John Moyr Smith
By Minton
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique Minton tile from the series ‘Classical Figures with Musical Instruments’ designed by the artist John Moyr Smith.
This 8 inch tile depicts a nobleman in roman style dress ...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Clay
Maw
Co 6-Inch Neoclassical Profile Portrait Tile
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A decorative 6-inch dust-pressed terracotta tile by Maw & Co. (stamped) decorated with a neoclassical profile portrait in relief before an olive green backdrop and yellow border.
Ex...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
Pair of Cast Iron Planters, England, Late 19th Century
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of cast iron planters. England, late 19th century.
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Pair of Antique Maw
Co Broseley Salop Tiles
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A pair of antique late 19th century Maw & Co tiles from Broseley Salop workshops in Shropshire.
In turquoise and dark navy blue majolica glaze, one 6-inch tile is decorated with the...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Clay
Antique Mythological Tile by Minton Hollins
By Minton
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique 8-inch clay tile by Minton Hollins & Co. (stamped to reverse) illustrated with a mythological scene from Shakespeare’s 1593 poem ‘Venus and Adonis’. Inspired by Greek myth...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Clay
Carved Alabaster Marble Standard Lamp
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A carved early 20th century Alabaster marble standard lamp. This grand standard or floor lamp has a striking stature and intricate design, carved in Neoclassical form, and made in th...
Category
Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Stone, Alabaster
Pair of 19th Century English Sheffield Candlesticks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
In excellent condition. Iron weighted.
Category
19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate, Copper, Iron
Antique Set 4 Silver Plated Candlesticks, Gibbons of Wolverhampton 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is an exquisite antique set of four English antique Neoclassical design silver plated candlesticks bearing the makers mark of the renowned silversmith Gibbons of Wolverhampton,...
Category
Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
19th Century Hand Tinted Botanicals - 34 Available
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Late 19th century finely detailed. Hand detailed botanical lithographs. Newly framed and matted. Silver leaf frame. Linen matte. 34 left.
Category
19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Linen, Wood, Paper
Pair of Burmantofts Neoclassical Style Tiles
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A pair of Burmantofts neoclassical style tiles dating to the 19th century.
Modelled in relief, each 6-inch tile is picked out in a tonal deep majolica glaze, one decorated with a po...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Clay
19th Century English Cellarette / Cabinet Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Nicely carved with paw feet detail. Marble inset may not be original. The wood is oak.
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble
$2,650 / item
Pair of Decorative Buff Terracotta Composite Order Capitals
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A pair of English antique terracotta capitals by renowned terracotta English manufacturer JM Blashfield.
Dating to circa 1860, this pair of decorative composite order capitals are a...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Terracotta
Very Fine 19th Century Sterling Silver Christening Cup by Edward
James Barnard
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
An exceptionally fine sterling silver Christening mug in the neoclassical taste, showing an elegant goblet-shaped bowl decorated with a guilloche beaded rim, over a running band of e...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
$1,280 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Antique Neoclassical Style Lead Urns
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A pair of antique early Neoclassical style lead urns. In Neoclassical style, this unusual garden urns are of a unique size, perfect for showcasing foliage or displayed decoratively i...
Category
Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal, Lead
Asprey
Co Wine Cocktail Champagne Coasters Neoclassical Design, Set of 8
Located in New York, NY
A set of eight (8) black, red, and gold Champagne, wine, cocktails, etc., coasters from English luxury brand Asprey & Company in the Neoclassical-Renisance design style, circa mid to late-20th century, England. A great set for entertaining and a must for protecting furniture tops. With marker's mark on underside as shown in last image.
Belgian crystal glass...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Paper
English Manor NeoClassical Brass Andirons
Located in New York, NY
English Manor stately pair of cast brass andirons featuring Neoclassical elements such as columns and stylized finials.
Category
20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Iron
$5,800 / set
Neoclassical Revival Marquetry and Ormolu Library Table by Howard
Sons
Located in London, GB
A magnificent library table in the style of Robert Adam By Howard & Sons.
Of free standing form, constructed using a field of finely grained sycamore, with precise use of its close ...
Category
19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Ormolu
Set of 4 Antique Neo-Classical Bartolozzi Prints. 1907
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful red ochre prints of 18th Century Francesco Bartolozzi engravings after Cipriani and Cosway.
Publshed by Otto Limited, London 1907
Text...
Category
Early 1900s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Paper
Antique English Creamware Charger Hand Painted Circa 1785
Located in Katonah, NY
This beautiful antique English creamware plate, dating back to 1785, features a hand-painted Neoclassical garland design around the border.
Delicate green swags encircle small purple...
Category
Late 18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Creamware
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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