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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
Italian Neoclassical Style Settee with Carved Wood and Black Upholstery
Located in Plainview, NY
An elegant Italian Neoclassical style settee featuring intricate carving details. The top part of the backrest is decorated with a series of classical figures, a characteristic of ...
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

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

Materials

Cast Stone

Wedgwood Basalt Neo-Classical Vase
Located in Toronto, CA
This is a Neoclassical Basalt Wedgwood vase, circa 1956, with a flaring shape, matte black colour. and ram heads applied to either side. Marked 'Wedgwood', 'Made in England', and BW....
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Mid-20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain, Stoneware

Pre-Colombian Casas Grande Olla Pot
Located in Bradenton, FL
Pre-Colombian Casas Grande Olla Pot, Arizona, c. 1150-1450 , Zoomorphic Polychrome Decoration. The Casas Olla Pot is made of clay and has a rounded, bulbous shape. It's surface is de...
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15th Century and Earlier American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Clay, Pottery

Early 18c. Italian Giltwood Mirror
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique mirror, having a rectangular frame of giltwood, its cockbeaded border, surmounted by a fluted urn, flanked by swags of laureling, raised on paw feet.
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18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Cast Iron Campana Form Garden Urns, A Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
A Pair of Late 19th Century/Early 20th Century Cast Iron Campana-Form Garden Urns. They have a broad, outwardly flared rim, flanking acanthus side handles, and a bulbous lower body. ...
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Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

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

Materials

Iron

Karges French Regency Louis XVI Mahogany Inlaid Marquetry Buffet Server
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Neoclassical or French Regency Louis XVI style buffet server, bar cabinet, or commode By Karges USA, Late 20th Century Mahogany, with beautiful burled walnut top, inlai...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

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Brass

Brass Table Lamp, Classical Style, Marble Base, France 19th Century
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This is a lamp in brass with a marble base. It has been done in France during the 19th Century. It could fit perfectly with classical american...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass

Pair of Antique Style Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
Constructed from hand-rubbed ash burl and walnut, the chest exudes a warm, natural elegance, enriched by its unique wood grain patterns. Equipped with soft-close technology, the draw...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Neoclassical Wooden Chest Of Drawers With Marble Top
Located in High Point, NC
This 19th Century French Neoclassical wooden chest of drawers with marble top presents a refined balance of symmetry, proportion, and architectural detailing. Its light-toned wood is...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble

Monumental Pair of Italian Neoclassical Marble Columns
Located in Rome, IT
This outstanding pair of yellow "Breccia di Siena" precious Doric marble columns raised on a white Carrara marble square base with a large molded socle above. Finely carved iconic Io...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

Classical Plaster Bust of Goddess Diana Sculpture
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous cast plaster Neoclassical Grand Tour style female head bust of Diana the Huntress goddess sculpture USA, 21st Century Measures: 8"W x 5"D...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Plaster

Decorative Brass Sculpture representing a Duck
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and decorative sculpture representing a duck is made of brass. This is a French work, very finely chiseled. Circa 1970
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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Walnut and Marble Corinthian Column Pedestal
Located in Astoria, NY
Walnut and Marble Corinthian Column Pedestal, 20th century, of classical form, with inset marble top, columnar shaft, and square plinth. 34.5" H x 13" W x 13" D.
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

Box in Burled Wood and Brass Brown Color France 19th Century
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This box is in burl wood. It has been made in France in the 1870s. The color is brown, and it is in an good condition. Brown color.
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Silk, Wood

French Early 20th Century Folding Iron Bed
Located in Buchanan, NY
French iron bed, circa 1900, made to be used against the wall. The iron has a nice natural patina. The bed is sold alone, it does not include a mattre...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Neoclassical Style Painted Bow Front Sideboard with Two Doors and Five Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Neoclassical style Swedish painted wood bow front sideboard from the 20th century with five drawers flanked by two doors. Immerse yourself in the elegance of the past with this Neo...
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20th Century Swedish Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of Italian Neoclassical Style Curule Leather Benches
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Newly Reupholstered Materials: Italian Leather, Carved Wood Style: Italian Neoclassical
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1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Set of Monumental 2.38m Tall Weathered English Neoclassical Style Garden Urns
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A beautifully weathered set of monumental 2.38m tall English neoclassical style garden urns, reclaimed from the private estate of a world-famous UK-based music producer. Crafted from composition stone, these outstanding neoclassical style urns are an extraordinary feature for a large garden, looking particularly striking either side of a courtyard arch or stone pathway. They could even be used at the entrance to a property, their large scale and imposing classical design bringing an air of grandeur to any property in an instant. Each garden urn is made of up of 5 pieces; the body carved with neoclassical figures in relief between impressive scrolling handles above socle bases, elevated by a 3-piece composition stone pedestal embellished with wreaths to all four sides. Their fine craftsmanship and character natural weathering makes these monumental garden urns...
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20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stone

French Neoclassical Oval Extending Dining Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
A French neoclassical style oval extending dining table with an exquisite radial-matched Fumed Figured Tiger Maple veneer top finished in S...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Large 1950s Fenton Hobnail Large Milk Glass Pitcher
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A hobnail pattern white milk glass pitcher, Fenton Art Glass Company, circa 1950s. The Fenton Art Glass Company was founded in 1905 in Martins Ferr...
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1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Milk Glass

1930 Gilt Bronze Sunburst Sconces 2 Lights
Located in New York, NY
pair pf circa 1930's gilt bronze sconces with sunburst shaped backplate
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1930s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Versace Style Italian Neoclassical Inlaid Burl Wood Dining Table, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Neoclassical or French Regency Louis XVI style extension dining table In the manner of Gianni Versace Italy, Late 20th Century Gorgeous burl wood, with satinwood a...
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ebony, Satinwood, Giltwood, Burl

1930s Wedgwood Crimson Dip Jasper Ware Garden Pot
Located in Asheville, NC
Etruria, Staffordshire, 1929-1938 , turned Wedgwood shape no. 317, stoneware with crimson Jasper dip ground, decorated with sprigged white Jasper bas-relief classical cameos, ringed ...
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1930s English Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stoneware

Pair of Fluted Neoclassical Style White Painted Pedestals
Located in Spencertown, NY
Pair white painted neoclassical style fluted pedestals. Late 20th century. Top is 12” diameter. Base is 15” square.
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Pine, Paint

Pair of Midcentury Round Brass Tables
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chic pair of neoclassic tables or gueridons with simple round tops over three saber legs with cat claw feet. Hand polished and lacquered fo...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Fine Pair of Italian Carved Stone Garden Vases with Base
Located in Rome, IT
Elegant stone vases on base, decorated with finely carved mythological scenes. Timeless decoration for you garden or interior.  
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stone

French Painted Fired Victorian Style Botanical Garden Stained Glass Window 69"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage large French painted and fired stained glass window. Features a Victorian garden scene with a woman seated in the garden amidst beautiful flowing gardens. Dimensions: 16.75...
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stained Glass, Wood

American Classical Mahogany Drum Table
Located in Essex, MA
Likely Mid Atlantic states. With circular wood top with a conforming frieze with figured mahogany and with drawers with brass knob handles. Raised on a bulbous turned support joined ...
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1820s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

19Thc One-Drawer Stand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One-Drawer Stand has a Brass Knob. This is Cherry Wood with a Beautiful Patina.
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19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Cherry

19Thc One-Drawer Stand
19Thc One-Drawer Stand
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Pair of 19th Century Meissen Gold White Neoclassical Serpent Handled Vases
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of 19th Century Meissen gold & white neoclassical serpent handled vases. Germany, circa 1880s Design attributed to E.A. Leuteritz Hard to find a pa...
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Late 19th Century German Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Regency Sherle Wagner Hand Painted Sink
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Representing the absolute pinnacle of bathroom luxury, this vintage sink and faucet set by the legendary Sherle Wagner is a masterpiece of opulent design. The basin is crafted from fine porcelain, sculpted into a magnificent fluted seashell form that is both dramatic and romantic. Its creamy surface is adorned with delicate, hand-painted floral vines, showcasing exquisite artistry. The set is crowned by the iconic and highly sought-after Sherle Wagner gilded swan faucet and handles, rendered in heavy, ornate brass. This is not merely a sink; it is a piece of functional jewelry, designed to transform a powder room or master en-suite into a breathtaking statement of unparalleled elegance. This exceptional set is presented in great vintage condition, with the hand-painted details remaining vibrant and the gilt brass fixtures possessing a distinguished patina that speaks to their quality and age. Its glamorous and timeless design is the perfect anchor for a Hollywood Regency, Neoclassical, or Grandmillennial bathroom, offering a level of bespoke luxury that is simply unattainable in modern fixtures. Seize the rare opportunity to acquire a piece of design history from the world's most revered name in bath fixtures. Make this extraordinary Sherle Wagner sink...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Garden Sculpture Venus de Milo Female Statue
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Venus de Milo female figurative cast stone statue sculpture piece, in the Neoclassical style, circa 20th century. A great statement piece indoors on a column pedestal, co...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Cast Stone

Late 1800s Antique Firewood Coal Wood Repousse Box Brass Panels
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Late 1800s antique firewood box with artistic Brass Panels Tavern imagery Rectangular shape six sided with a slope. Preowned vintage original c...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Neo-Classical Style Ebonized Gilt Marble Top Coffee Table By Baker Furniture
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a 1970s neo-classical style coffee table by Baker Furniture. It has an Italian marble top and ebonized base with gilt accents. It is marked and in very good condition. Shipp...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

Waterfall Mahogany Bookcase
Located in Annville, PA
This Waterfall Mahogany Bookcase bookcase from Niagara Furniture takes its “waterfall” name from the sides of the piece which appear to cascade downward into larger and larger storag...
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2010s Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Gardening Fireback / Backsplash, Neoclassical Period
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Early 19th century French 'Gardening' Fireback / Backsplash. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon request, it can be made black/pewter colored wit...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

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

13-Star Wool American Flag, with Zig-Zag Stars, Circa 1900
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
This is a beautiful 13-star American flag, each star sewn with zig-zag stitching. The wool flag was sewn at the turn of the century, circa 1900. The flag features 13 white stars rest...
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Neoclassical Period Spring Driven Roasting Jack
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Functional and beautiful early 19th century French Neoclassical Period roasting jack made of cast iron, wrought iron and brass. It is used for cooking in a kitchen fireplace. It is i...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

20th C Original Painted Hubley Boston Terrier Doorstop
By Hubbly
Located in Los Angeles, CA
20th C original painted Hubley Boston Terrier doorstop.
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Neoclassic Period French Marble-Top Commode w/Paw Feet Lion s Head Pulls
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassic painted wood commode with marble top from the early 19th century. This antique chest from France features a rectangular-shaped white/gray marble top, above a case...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

Fine Pair Of Neoclassical Style Cast Iron Urns, Early 20th Century
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A nicely proportioned pair of antique Neoclassical style cast iron urns dating to the early 20th century with particularly fine form. The urns stand upon square bases with circular f...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

French Antique Neoclassical Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous, antique pair of French arm chairs in the neoclassical style. Each chair consists of an elegantly carved wood frame with a distressed paint finish and new linen upholstery....
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Linen, Wood, Paint

Alabaster and Brass Pendant Light Fixture
Located in San Francisco, CA
Elegant pendant shaped carved alabaster light fixture with brass hardware. Recently re-wired and ready to install. We can adjust the the chain measurement to buyers specification. We...
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alabaster, Brass

Exceptional Pair Italian, Veneto, Neoclassic Walnut Giltwood Credenzas, c.1790
Located in Atlanta, GA
a rare pair of period walnut credenzas from the Veneto region of Italy, having rectangular tops with carved under-moldings atop conforming cases with two paneled doors retaining orig...
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1790s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Giltwood

Antique 1920s Johnson Chair Co. Mahogany Brown Mohair Library Wingback Chairs
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of Johnson Chair Company Library Wingback Chairs, C. 1920s. Features a mahogany frame with neoclassical swag motif along the center and c...
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mohair, Mahogany

Psyche Revived by Cupid’s Kiss Sculpture
Located in Tyrone, Northern Ireland
Psyche revived by Cupid’s kiss. After Canova. Beautifully carved in fine statuary marble. The winged young man who has just landed on a rock where a ...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Statuary Marble

Large English Brass Oil Lamp Converted to Electrical Table Lamp
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Antique English brass oil lamp, converted to electrical table lamp. Fluted column on four feet brass base. Recently rewired with one brass Edison E-27 light socket for a large sized ...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Oak Parquetry Round Side Table, Dark Oak
Located in Westwood, NJ
A dark oak parquetry round side table with tapered oak legs. This beautiful round two-tier side table has an arranged radial design on its oak parquetry top and shelf. Shown in dusk...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Asa Pingree Physalia Dining Table in American Walnut
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Physalia dining table is the perfect center piece to a home or office's communal space. The clean lines provide a blank canvas for the everyday, while the soft curves feel equall...
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2010s American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

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

Materials

Porcelain

Neo Classic Mahogany Dining Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Modern Neo Classic mahogany side chair, the flame veneered bar top rail and solid splat above an upholstered seat, on square tapering legs. Dimensions...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair of 18th Century Mahogany Chests
Located in New Orleans, LA
A pair of 18th-century mahogany chests with bronze sphinx feet are striking and luxurious pieces of furniture, showcasing both the craftsmanship and design aesthetics of the period. ...
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18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

4 Historistic wall lamps with cut glass shade vienna around 1890s
Located in Wien, AT
4 Historistic wall lamps with cut glass shade vienna around 1890s Brass polished and stove enameled Original antique Cut glass shades The price is for all 4
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1890s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Russian 1915 Moscow Nephrite Jade Desk Picture Frame Mounted in Gilded Silver
Located in Miami, FL
Nephrite jade and gilded silver desk frame. Beautiful neo classic desk picture frame, created in Moscow Russia, back in the 1915. Carefully crafted in the Russian imperial and Louis XVI style, with solid gilded silver, translucent nephrite green jade...
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1910s Russian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Jade, Silver

18th century Italian Paint Decorated Writing Desk with Drawer Circa 1760s
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Experience the charm and elegance of Old World craftsmanship with this 18th Century Italian Paint Decorated Writing Desk, dating circa 1760s. A true antique treasure, this desk is a ...
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1760s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Walnut, Pine

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

Materials

Wood

Spanish Revival Sunburst Wrought Ceiling Light Fixture
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

Materials

Iron, Wrought 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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