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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.

Find antique neoclassical furniture today on 1stDibs.

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Style: Neoclassical
Pillowcase Made from a 19th C. American Linen Coverlet
Located in Istanbul, TR
Jacquard Coverlets occupy an important place in American material culture. They were used as bed covers , and they are reversible. Pillowcase does not come with an insert. Linen in ...
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19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Linen

Neoclassical Grecian Faux Stone Column Acanthus Leaf Candle Holder Plant Stand 1
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 20th century faux stone plant stand / candle holder in the shape of the base of a neoclassical column featuring scrolled corners and drooping acanth...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

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Resin

Spode Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Openwork Dessert Plates
Located in Downingtown, PA
Spode neo-classical Greek pattern blue openwork dessert plates, Ceres with a Priestess, Four plates (4) Early 19th century From a large collection of Greek pattern Spode- more pi...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Pearlware, Pottery

Antique Globe Wernicke Four Tier Glazed Sectional Barrister s Bookcase
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Globe Wernicke four tier glazed sectional / modular / barrister's bookcase 1920s Comes apart in sections for easy transportation. With original ivorine Globe-Wernicke Co of Lon...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Italian 19th Century Neoclassical Carved Giltwood Finial Ornaments
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful pair wooden finial ornaments with traces of their original gilding. Italy, circa 1800-1850. Weathered and small losses. H:29cm W:11cm D:11cm
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Fine Vintage Neoclassical Marble Top Chest Of Drawers By Karges
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The top with a carved guilloche frieze over two long drawers with carved panels with high relief foliate scrolls and brass rosette and ring pulls. The center ovals with brass bow and...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stone, Brass

Neoclassical Style Round Tessellated Marble Stone Pedestal
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Opulent round column pedestal display table crafted from variegated marble stone veneer in the neoclassical style. The pedestal was used to display sculpture and has a flat top. The ...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

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Stone, Marble

Set of Eight 18th Century Neoclassical Dining Chairs includes 2 Armchairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of Eight 18th Century Neoclassical Dining Chairs includes 2 Armchairs will make a timeless statement in any room! Hand-crafted from exotic imported mahogany, which was exception...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mohair, Mahogany

18th Century Pillars with Decoration Fireback / Backsplash, France
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
French neoclassical Period fireback with two decorated pillars, two olive branches and the date of production 1793. The fireback is made of cast iron. It is in good condition and do...
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18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Zabihi Collcetion Persian Malayer Tribal Accent Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique Persian Malayer scatter size rug from the 2nd quarter of the 20th century in blue, brown, sand, gray, and camel tones Measures: 4'7” x 7'3''.
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Early 20th Century Persian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wool

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Period Day Bed Sofa
Located in Bradenton, FL
A Swedish sofa day bed from the Gustavian period hand scraped to original paint with a nicely upholstered seat. The frame features a guilloché pattern and the tapered and fluted legs...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Textile, Wood

Liberty Style Chandelier Centre Light
Located in Cranbrook, Kent
Liberty Style Chandelier Center Light Made around the turn of the century incorporating Classical style with Art Nouveau influences, the eight branch ar...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Venetian Style Painted Palm Beach Regency John Widdicomb Chest of Drawers
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Venetian Style Painted Palm Beach Regency John Widdicomb Chest of Drawers Vintage John Widdicomb chest of drawers is ornately designed and hand painted in a typical Venetian color ...
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1980s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Set of 8 Mintons Porcelain Thickly Gilt Pâte-sur-pâte Luncheon Plates by Albion
By Minton, Albion Birks
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of 8 antique English luncheon plates. By Mintons. Designed by Albion Birks. With a light turquoise band around the rim interspersed with 3 ...
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Late 19th Century British Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

An Italian silver shell form centerpiece by Buccellati, 20th century
Located in View Park, CA
A sea shell centerpiece made of solid heavy gauge sterling silver and with conch shell feet by Buccellati, signed, Italy 20th century. This rare and elegant neoclassical treasure wi...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

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Sterling Silver

Free Standing Cabinet Bar by Paolo Buffa
Located in New York, NY
Fine mahogany free standing cabinet bar by Paolo Buffa made in Italy, circa 1950s. Opposing doors swing open to reveal mirrored and fitted interi...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Large 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Carved Giltwood Ornament
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful 18th century neoclassical giltwood ornament. Italy circa 1780. Weathered,small losses and old repairs. Measurements include the wooden base. H:67cm W:45cm D:9cm
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18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Spanish Revival Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture in Wrought Iron and Glass, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
An sculptural wrought iron and glass light fixture with neoclassical and Gothic Revival accents. Spain, 1940s. This hand forged iron fixture has a highly decorative design with fleu...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Furniture

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Iron, Wrought Iron

Neoclassical Iron Urns Flower or Plant Planters Jardinières, Pair
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pair of weathered iron urns plant or flowerpot cachepot jardinieres with square pedestal bases in the Neoclassical style, circa 20th century, possibly Europe/France. Subs...
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Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Furniture

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Iron

Mid-Century French Nickel and Brass Coffee Table with Glass Top
Located in Dallas, TX
Executed in France circa 1950, this refined mid-century coffee table is designed in the manner of Maison Baguès, renowned for their luxurious use of gilt metal and glass. The thick r...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass, Nickel

Pair of Neo Classic Incurved Nightstands
Located in Westwood, NJ
Made of mahogany and finished in our Antique French Oak finish, this bedside table showcases the timeless beauty of classic design with a contemporary twist. The warm tones and rich...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

19th Century Pair of French or Russian Gilt Bronze Candelabra, circa 1830
Located in Milano, IT
Pair of thirteen-flame candelabra France or Russia Second quarter of 19th century Cast, chiseled and gilt bronze Height 40.95 in (cm 104), diameter 17,7 in (cm 45) 97 lb (44 kg) Sta...
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1830s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ormolu

French Caned King Bed
Located in Westwood, NJ
Featuring an ebonized, carved oak frame and an iconic Bonnet-style headboard, this bed radiates sophistication and elegance. The natural cane is meticulously woven on both sides of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Cane, Wood

French Caned King Bed
French Caned King Bed
$16,229 / item
Italian Neoclassical Female Sculpture Statue, Small
Located in New York, NY
An Italian female resign sculpture statue in the Neoclassical design style, circa mid-20th century, 1950s, Italy. Sculpture statue is an off-white/antique white resin. A great decora...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Resin

Pair of French Light Oak Nightstands
Located in Westwood, NJ
Nightstand draws inspiration from 18th-century French design with its elegant proportions and flaky pine finish over oak. The classical form features meticulously crafted details inc...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

"The Bill Blass Collection" Sotheby s Auction Catalogue, New York, 2003
Located in Philadelphia, PA
" The Bill Blass Collection " Sotheby's Auction Catalogue, New York, 2003 "some damage to front and rear covers - see images" "will look better / amazing with new clear protective ...
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Early 2000s American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Paper

Circular Side Table in Wood with Lemongrass Marquetry Fillets
Located in Miami, FL
Circular side table. In wood with lemongrass marquetry fillets and agate lid.
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Early 20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble

19th Century Polychrome Sculpture of a Roman Woman
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Italian original painted plaster sculpture of a young Roman woman in nice gilt dress and flower wreath. This well sculptured smiling lady cou...
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1880s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Plaster

Swedish 19th Century Painted Corner Cabinet
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This handsome corner cabinet from 19th century Sweden is constructed with a characteristic neoclassical shape. The worn light blue paint is original to the piece and gives it a wonde...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

19th Century Marble Bust of Beatrice, Unsigned, in manner of Antonio Canova
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Beautifully executed bust of a female. Resembling the famous bust of Beatrice. No signature has been found. The artist remains unknown to us. Wt. 15.8125 lb / 7.1724 kg
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

Classic Rustic Console Table - Country Finish
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classic Rustic warm stained console table with a shaped top with incurved ends, on square tapered legs with a long frieze drawer and shelf stretcher base. Dimensions: 60" W x 14" ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Set Of Four Antique Neoclassical Engravings by Pierre Nicolas Beauvallet
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Set of four neoclassical engravings by Pierre Nicolas Beauvallet (French, 1750–1818. Presented in paint decorated custom frames. The engravings with depictions of neoclassical figure...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

Richard Frinier for Brown Jordan Florentine Garden Dining Suite
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Exceptional wrought aluminum patio and garden outdoor furniture dining suite designed by Richard Frinier for Brown Jordan. From the Fl...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

A Rare and Important American Marble Sculpture of Thomas Jefferson, Circa 1870
Located in Queens, NY
A Rare and Important American White Marble Sculpture of Thomas Jefferson Holding The Declaration of Independence. Circa 1870, in the Manner of Horatio Stone (1808 –1875). Inscribed on scroll: 'The Declaration of Independence, It becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another. etc. etc. T. Jefferson. The present work is unsigned but is reminiscent of Horatio Stone's life-size marble figure of John Hancock...
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19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

Murano Blown Glass Cozeta Mini Ribbon Vase Blue/Green/Copper
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Set of Two Murano Hand-Blown Glass Cozeta Mini Ribbon Vases, Italy A charming set of two hand-blown Murano glass mini ribbon vases showcasing vibrant cobalt blue, emerald green, and...
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1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Murano Glass

18th Century Neo-Classical Italian Carved, Painted and Gilt Wall Panel
Located in Leesburg, VA
Anonymous ca. 1790; Italy Wood panel and plaster, painted, gilt and lacquered Approximate size: 118.5 x 82.5 x 5 cm The present panel is probably of late 18th century origin,...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Giltwood

Italian Console Table in the Style of Paolo Buffa, circa 1945
Located in Houston, TX
Italian sculpted walnut console table with cross bands and bronze sabots by Paolo Buffa, circa 1945.
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1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Two Cylindrical Four Light Brass Lanterns
Located in Stamford, CT
Two classical American four light cylindrical brass lanterns with curved glass panels. Hardwired with original canopies included. Priced individually.
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1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of Ebonized Leather Rope Klismos Chairs After Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fantastic pair of large klismos chairs featuring a dramatic ebonized black lacquer finish and leather woven rope strap seats. The oversized chairs are unsigned, however they are made...
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Neoclassical Style Brass Drinks Trolley with Removable Trays
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This neoclassical style drinks trolley is made of brass with removable trays. This bar cart is a French work in the style of Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Fine Alabaster Grand Tour Urn
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Neo-Classic Fine Alabaster Grand Tour (19th Century) Urn with carved floral details and filigree design top section having 2 handles and resting on a square base (1 handle re...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alabaster

Three Piece Marble W/Brass Base French Neoclassical Cocktail Table
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Unusual 3 piece, which is 3 separate tables which butt up against each other to form 1 table. Although they can be used separately or spaced apart with a gap between them. Each table, slightly angled is about 18 inches at it's widest point. Bases are made from solid brass and with a organic styled leg, reticulated frame with heart cutouts...
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1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Carrara Marble, Brass

Vintage Italian Carved Alabaster Urn Table Lamp, Flowers Leaves
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage Italian hand-carved Alabaster table lamp features baluster urn form with a wreath of flowes and leaves accentuating the top of the urn. The body of the lamp is mounted on ste...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alabaster, Stone, Brass

Godey’s Lady’s Book, Leather Bound, Volume LXXX – 1870 Edition
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An 1870 leather bound, hard cover edition of Godey’s Lady’s Book, Volume LXXX published by Louis Antoine Godey. Godey’s Lady’s Book was a 19th-century American magazine known for i...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Leather, Paper

Three Shelf White Metal Bakers Rack with Brass Accents
Located in Los Angeles, CA
iconic Three shelf bakers rack in White metal with brass banding and accents - the piece is a wonderful addition to many kitchen or pantries, or works well in an space needing extra ...
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

French Painted Oval Shaped Mirror w/ Ribbon Leaves C. 1900
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ornate French vintage mirror with a distinctive and decorative frame. The mirror is oval-shaped, which adds a classic and elegant touch. The frame is made of wood, with a distresse...
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

French Gilt Metal and Alabaster Pedestal
Located in Astoria, NY
French Gilt Metal Mounted Alabaster Pedestal, early 20th century, of typical form. 36" H x 12" W x 12" D.
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alabaster, Metal

French Banded Green Onyx Pedestal
Located in Astoria, NY
French Banded Green Onyx Pedestal, early 20th century, with square revolving clock. 34.5" H x 11" W x 11" D.
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Onyx

Architectural Stair Model, masterpiece
Located in Bilzen, BE
Miniature staircases are very rare, when you realize that such a miniature staircase represented almost as much work as creating a life-size staircase. Full detailed craftmanship. To...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Uttermost Henzler Tiered Console Table
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Forged tiered iron frame and iron cross stretchers in antiqued gold leaf. Top is reinforced mirror and gallery shelf is clear tempered glass. Lightweight with style that packs a punc...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

1900 Caldwell Bronze and Leaded Glass Large Lantern
Located in New York, NY
circa 1900 Caldwell patinated bronze and leaded glass large lantern with interior lights (8 Edison base)
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Ralph Lauren Academy Platinum Dinnerware, 4 Place Settings Set
Located in New York, NY
A set of 4 (four) place settings in the academy platinum pattern by Ralph Lauren Home collection. Bone china. Signed. Imported, production period 1995-2002. Features a platinum/silv...
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1990s Sri Lankan Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Large Carved Stone Garden Capital
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Good semi antique carved stone Corinthian Style capital with fine form. Condition: Please see detail photos. Various signs of age and wear include edge wear and losses and some a...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stone

A neoclassical vintage Italian marble pedestal, 20th century
Located in View Park, CA
A handsome marble pedestal, Italy 20th century. In tones of chocolate, caramel, and heavy cream, and hand-crafted with a classical Italian motif using mixed marble that would be at h...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

Bronze Lincoln Bookend or Doorstop, in the Style of Victor David Brenner
By Victor David Brenner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Finely Cast Bronze Abraham Lincoln Profile Bust Bookend or Doorstop, in the Style of Victor David Brenner, ca. 1930s Bronze Lincoln Bookend or Doorst...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze, Steel

French 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Ceramic Chandelier
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
French 19th century slender chandelier made of cast, gilt bronze and accented with a spike at the bottom in cobalt ceramic–vitrified by fire to a depth of color and sheen that could ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

Vintage Regency Minton “Henley” China - Set of 63
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This sophisticated 63-piece dinnerware service by the legendary English maker Minton features the celebrated "Henley" pattern. Renowned for their superior fine bone china, this set s...
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Mid-20th Century British Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Historical Civil War Era Brass Frame Ladies Magnifying Glasses
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A delicate pair of handmade brass ladies magnifying wire rim eye glasses from the American Civil War era, circa 1860. A unique pair of antique spectacles, cleverly designed with ext...
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Mid-19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

1940’s French Gilt Bronze Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1940’s French gilt bronze chandelier with 12 lights
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

18th - 19th Century Abduction of Persephone Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th - 19th century French Neoclassical fireback with the abduction of Persephone by Hades. Demeter, the goddess of the crops and harvest and Z...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

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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