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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
Pair of 19th Century Engraving, in Color, Representing Paris Monuments, France
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
These are a pair of engraving, in color. They are representing, monuments of the city of Paris. They have been done durong the 19th century in France.
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Glass, Wood, Paper

Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Giallo di Siena Marble Fireplace Surround
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A very fine mid-19th Century French neoclassical fireplace surround in golden vibrant Convent Giallo di Siena marble. A deep rectangular shelf with an ...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Siena Marble

1900 cashier register
Located in Brea, CA
Very lovely antique cash register made by the National Cash Register Co. its model is 327, it is a very beautiful piece , condition is very goodl
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Vintage Silverplate Samovar, Coffee Urn Made by Sheridan
Located in Birmingham, AL
Vintage/ antique silver-plated coffee urn, likely crafted in the late 19th or early 20th century. with detach warmers, in very good condition, a statement piece, it is very shiny , i...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

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Silver Plate

Pair of Papperzini Amalfi Adjustable Chain Back Garden Sofas
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic matching pair of neoclassical style iron garden sofas made in the manner and style of Mario Papperzini and Janus et Cie Amalfi collection. T...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Steel

Faux Ostrich Leather Ottoman
Located in Westwood, NJ
Bench-made in the USA, this ottoman features deep button tufting and a plush, dotted faux ostrich leather upholstery in metallic ivory. The small self-welt trim and layered brushed n...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

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Leather, Wood

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

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Porcelain

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

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Alabaster, Metal

Contemporary Italian Hand Coloured Antique Roman Vase Print " Museo Clementino"
Located in Scandicci, Florence
Extra large Roman vase printed on a hand press on 100% cotton engraving paper. Completely handpainted with a cream wash, umber highlights, and matte black details. Light brown mat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Furniture

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Wood, Paper

Long 19th Century Neoclassical Baltic Painted Demilune Console
Located in Westport, CT
A rare longer sized Louis XVI style demilune shaped console table shown with carved neoclassic details; a delicate repetitive beaded motif along its apron with a center urn and natur...
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Late 19th Century German Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Oak

French Alpine Green Marble Pedestal Column, 19th Century, Gilded Bronze Details
Located in Lisbon, PT
This late 19th-century French pedestal is crafted from luxurious Alpine green marble and features refined gilded bronze accents. Designed in the Neoclassical style, the column showc...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble, Brass, Bronze

Robert Cox Still Life of a Vase of Red roses, circa 1970
By COX
Located in ASNIÈRES-SUR-SEINE, FR
Award-Winning American artist, Robert Cox, studied at the Katharine Gibbs School of Art. In 1956 he joined Mayhew Peakes as a graphic designer, and resigned six years later to move f...
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1970s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Canvas

1960s American Giltwood Framed Signed Floral Oil On Board - Still Life Roses
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a framed oil on board depicting a still life of peonies in a vase. It was complete by Richard Fillhouer , an American artist. It is in a giltwood frame. It is in very good co...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

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Canvas, Wood, Paint

Wonderful French Empire Neoclassical Doré Bronze Purple Glass Crystal Chandelier
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful French empire / neoclassical doré bronze and purple glass center with crystal drops chandelier having 10 exterior and 5 interior l...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

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Crystal, Bronze

Antique Tall Cabinet with Sixteen Drawers, circa 1920-1930 - W5000 SALE 40%
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
This is an antique file cabinet we purchased from an estate in Corning, New York. In excellent condition. We believe all the pulls are not original. The drawers are in perfect condi...
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

19th C. Yellow Terracotta Wellhead by Galloway
Located in Kent, CT
A large, 32"H 19th Century Yellow Terra Cotta Wellhead by Galloway Pottery. Some chips and weathering consistent with age and use but the frieze is in good condition and presents well.
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19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Terracotta

1960s Classical Set of Two Bookends " Porta di Venezia " by Piero Fornasetti
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This rare and visually captivating set of two bookends by Piero Fornasetti, dating from the 1960s, showcases the designer’s signature fusion of classical imagery and surrealist charm...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

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Iron

Pair of Italian Neo Classic Bedside Chests
Located in Westwood, NJ
Italian Neo Classic bedside chest. A wonderful reproduction of fine 18th-century Italian cabinetry. Made with Fruitwood and geometric inlays to the drawers and side panels. With work...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

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Wood

Antique Christofle Silvered Bronze Jardiniere Centerpiece
Located in New York, NY
Antique (19th century) French silvered bronze centerpiece bowl or jardiniere by Christofle, 20 by 13 3/4 by 6 inches, features engraved crests paying tribute to the CERCLE NATIONAL D...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Pair of Light Oak Parquetry Dressers
Located in Westwood, NJ
A light oak parquetry chest of drawers in dawn finish. It has mirrored herringbone oak parquetry drawers, classically tapered legs, and six Verde Bronz...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

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Wood

Beige Antique French Victorian Mohair Armchair
Located in Rümmingen, BW
"shipping note: If your region or country is not listed under the shipping options please contact us directly" This elegant Victorian armchair brings timeless sophistication and com...
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Early 20th Century German Neoclassical Furniture

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Fabric, Wood, Mohair

Large French 1960s Chandelier by Maison Charles, Paris
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large French 1960s chandelier by Maison Charles, Paris. Referenced model: Modèle "aux joncs." From a Parisian apartment. Rewired with matching wax c...
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass, Bronze, Cut Steel

Neoclassical Rosewood and Marble Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
Neoclassical rosewood and marble table, probably French, circa 1940s, possibly earlier. It is constructed of rosewood and other woods with brass ...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble, Brass

Rare Oval Brass Coffee Table with Carrara white Marble Top by Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This rare neoclassical style oval coffee table is made of brass with a Carrara white marble top. This is a very nice and unusual model in this oval shape. This is a French work by Ma...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

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

19th C. American Painted Tin Canal Barge Oil Lamp Lantern, S.M. Forte, Troy NY
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th-C. American Painted Tin Canal Barge Oil Lamp Lantern, S.M. Forte, Troy, NY, USA, Mid-19th Century  A rare 19th-century American Painted Tin Cana...
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Mid-19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Metal

Tiffany Co. Crystal Vase of Campana Form
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous hexagonal crystal vase by Tiffany & Co. Signed and in very good condition with no chips or cracks. Heavy and solid. Decorative urn shape elegant on its own, also with ample ...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

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Crystal

Fancy Pair of Crystal Brass Corinthian Column Table Lamps
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Fancy pair of crystal and brass neoclassical style table lamps with custom silk shades. The columns look like corinthian columns.
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1990s American Neoclassical Furniture

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Crystal, Brass

Sterling Corinthian Column Candlesticks Sheffield, 1899, Martin, Hall Co.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Sterling Corinthian Column Candlesticks Sheffield, 1899, Martin, Hall & Co. A magnificent diminutive pair of late Victorian sterling silver candlesticks by Martin, Hall & Co., Sheff...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Sterling Silver

Mid 20 th c Pair of Lucite Lamp Finial
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Mid 20 th c lucite pair of lamp finials on brass bases.
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1960s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Lucite

Italian NeoClassic Oak Parquetry Desk, Natural
Located in Westwood, NJ
An Italian NeoClassic style starburst pattern parquetry desk with tapered legs. It has one center drawer flanked by two smaller drawers with Verde Bronze finished handles. Shown in ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

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Wood

Pair of Classic Nightstands, Greyed
Located in Westwood, NJ
Classic nightstand - A wide rectangle side table with two drawers, brass hardware, and tapered feet, with a "rabbit" finish showing slight grain ac...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

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Wood

1970s Neo-Classical Style Carved Mahogany And Gilt Mirrors - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of tall neo-classical style mirrors. The glass is intentionally distressed. The carved frame appears to be mahogany with gilt acc...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

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Mirror, Mahogany

Pair of 19th Century Bronze Winged Lion Sculptures on Marble Bases
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A pair of striking Victorian era bronze winged lions mounted on contrasting sienna marble bases, circa 1870. Three-quarter cast, these bronze winged lion sculptures each have a dram...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

1950s French Neo-Classical Style Hand Painted Cabinet / Hutch / Sideboard
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a 1950s hand painted French cabinet with neo-classical styling. I think my favorite feature besides the faux marble columns and wire door fronts, is it’s size. At 71” tall...
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Wire

Medium White Alabaster Pot Vase with Gray Streaks
Located in Troy, MI
This is a new, 9.5” tall white alabaster vase found in Italy. Created and designed by a member of a multi-generational family of alabaster and marble craftsman. Creamy white alabaste...
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2010s Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alabaster

Antique Neoclassical Armchair in Wood and Velvet Late 19th Century
Located in Meer, VAN
Antique Neoclassical Armchair in Wood and Velvet, Europe, 19th Century. This is a wonderful antique armchair in a distinct neoclassical style. Majestic appearance with elegant detai...
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Late 19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Velvet, Wood

2 Maitland Smith Neoclassical Demilune Chiffonier Cabinet Commode Console Tables
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of two Maitland Smith Poise Chiffonier sideboard cabinets, console tables or commodes featuring demilune / half round form with upper drawer, lower cabinet and textured hand pai...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

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Hardwood

A Niermann Weeks Designed in Swedish Neoclassical Style Mirror, 5 Ft Tall
Located in Atlanta, GA
This vintage mirror, by American creator/manufacturer Niermann Weeks, has been designed in a Swedish Neoclassical style. The mirror features a profile bust of Caesar within the top c...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

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Mirror, Wood

1920 s Caldwell Flush Mount with Opaline Glass
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Caldwell gilt bronze flush mounted light fixture with Opaline glass inset. From Waldorf Hotel NYC.
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze

Italian 19C Big Architectural Hand-coloured Print with Black and Gold Frame
Located in Scandicci, Florence
Rare extra-large (cm 59 x 85) antique watercolour of capital from a collection of architectural details of Florence monuments painted in Italy in the middle of 19th Century. Black ma...
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1840s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Gold Leaf

1980s American School Style Interior Scene of a Sitting Room Watercolor Painting
Located in Morristown, NJ
American School (20th c.), Interior scene, watercolor on paper, signed and dated "Wisner, '81" lower right. A charming, colorful and detailed representation of a beautiful room-scape. It makes me want to grab a good book and snuggle up by the fire. The framing is by The House of Heydenryk...
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1980s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Glass, Wood, Paint, Paper

Vintage D.R. Dimes Comb Back Windsor Arm Chair
Located in Westfield, MA
This vintage comb back Windsor arm chair by D.R. Dimes is a superb example of fine American craftsmanship in the 18th-century tradition. Constructed from ...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Maple, Oak, Pine

Classical Paavo Tynell Pendant Model 1355 in Brass, String, Birch, Taito 1930s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful example of Paavo Tynell’s classical 1930s lamps. The model is 1355, featuring dark stained birch details and three patinated cast brass arms, each diverging into two with...
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1930s Finnish Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Italian Neoclassical Marquetry Decorative Crafts Three drawer Chest or Commode
Located in Plainview, NY
A neocliassical Italian mahogany three drawer chest or commode, characterized by its exquisite craftsmanship and elaborate marquetry. The front features intricate inlaid designs, s...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Large Italian Patinated Bronze Fountain Element of Bacchus, 20th C.
Located in Dallas, TX
More information coming soon… This large fountain element from Italy dates to the 1900s. The patinated bronze architectural depicts a heavily bearded Bacchus wearing a grapevine cr...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Big Historistic fire gilted bronze table lamp with fabric shade france 1890s
Located in Wien, AT
Big and heavy Historistic fire gilted bronze table lamp with original fabric shade france 1890s Original condition Original fabric shade Hight quality work
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1890s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble, Bronze

Queen Antiqued Black Maple Four Poster Bed with Wear by Scott James Furniture
Located in Tiverton, RI
The Tulip Top bed is one of our most popular, with a contiguous headboard and post height this bed is perfect for a smaller scale room. Featuring a cappe...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

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Wood

Neoclassical Cast Stone Garden Ball Finial Glass Dining Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Opulent cast stone plaster dining table featuring a monumental garden ball finial or orb base. The giant sphere orb is very heavy and solid festoon...
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

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Stone, Iron

Neo Classic Black Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
The four-drawer chest is beautifully lacquered and ebonized with a high sheen. The rectangular top and drawer fronts are framed with solid brass trim and the drawers have traditional...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Terracotta Bust by Albert Carrier - Belleuse
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Magnificent Terracotta Bust by Renowned Artist Albert Ernest Carrier Belleuse (French 1824-1887). Extraordinary Quality & Detail. Signed on the back A Carrier. France, circa 1860. ...
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1860s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Terracotta, Wood

Us patent tammany mechanical cast iron saving bank, 1875
Located in Bilzen, BE
American mechanical piggy bank TAMMANY BANK called "The fat man". Plychrome cast iron, the right arm and the movable head so that the "fat man" puts the piece in his room while noddi...
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1870s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Iron

18th Century French Neoclassical Wall Console with Marble Top
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
An elegant French neoclassical wall-mounted console dating from the late 18th century, crafted with refined proportions and exceptional materials. The demilune structure is made of v...
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18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Breccia Marble

Classic Antique Dining Chairs
Located in Westwood, NJ
Featuring a gracefully curved urn form splat back adorned with exquisite figured Cerejeira veneers, known for their beautiful swirling patterns that captivate the eye. The veneers fl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

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Wood

Vintage Italian Neoclassical Porcelain Lion Head Handled Urn Planter Pot 26"
Located in Dayton, OH
1980s Italian Neoclassical Porcelain planter. Features a white finish with beautiful golden Neoclassical rope-style handles with whimsical lion heads. Great for use with a large pla...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

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Porcelain

French 7 Ft. Tall Gold Mirror w/Beautifully Carved Trim, 19th C.
Located in Atlanta, GA
A tall French gold-toned wall mirror with great trim from the 19th century. This antique mirror from France has a robust, rectangular-shape and designed with clean lines about the ou...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Mirror, Wood

Dark Oak Classic Dining Chairs
Located in Westwood, NJ
A refined piece that blends the clean, sophisticated lines of early 19th-century design with modern comfort. The chair's graceful silhouette, hand-finished in a dark Brownstone finis...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

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Wood

Theodore Alexander Neoclassical Regency Style Carved Open Back Arm Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Theodore Alexander Neoclassical Regency Style Carved Open Back Arm Chair. Item features tooled leather seat, solid wood frame, beautiful wood grain...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

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Leather, Mahogany

Queen Hale Navy Painted Maple Cannonball Four Poster Bed with Flat Headboard
Located in Tiverton, RI
The Classic cannonball bed features the favorite round ball top bed posts with a merry cut-out flat headboard. This timeless Classic is perfect for gues...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

19th Century Transitional Marquetry Chest Of Drawers, Mahogany, FR circa 1870
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Artfully crafted late 19th century French marquetry chest of drawers from the period around 1870. An absolutely masterpiece of a transitional commode, perfectly restored, impressing ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass

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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