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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
19th Century Paris Porcelain Reticulated Gold, Pink Neoclassical Centerpiece
Located in New York, NY
A high degree of skill was required to produce reticulated porcelain in 19th century, with each piece painstakingly handcrafted to form a delightful pattern reminiscent of a garden t...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

English 19th Century Painted Hall Bench
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An amazing painted hall bench – teeming with charm – from 19th century England. The large antique has panels with diagonally oriented wooden slats w...
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19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Hardwood, Paint

Constitution of the United States of America, Pub. by Nathaniel Dayton, c. 1850s
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Constitution of the United States of America. Boston: Nathaniel L. Dayton, undated [c. 1850.] 16mo. Brown cloth, with blind embossed covers to front and back. Gilt embossed title on ...
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1850s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Fabric, Paper

Limited Edition Neoclassical Style Carved Fruitwood Vitrine by Beacon Hill
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a neoclassical style carved fruitwood vitrine by Beacon Hill. It is a numbered limited production piece. The interior has adjustable glass shelves and includes a key.
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Glass, Fruitwood

Terra Cotta Head Bust of a Handsome Man
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Intriguing bust of a young man made of rustic unglazed terra-cotta great eyes expression, looking forward. Beautiful object of art for display.
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Terracotta

Traditional Long Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
Traditional long dresser with an Ogee edge top, beveled decorative trim corners, hand-cast brass knobs, raised on bracket feet with a hand-rubbed warm ru...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Rare 17th Century Antique Figural Griffon Carved Oak Brass Lantern Clock 58"
Located in Dayton, OH
An exceptional hanging lantern clock from the 17th Century. The clock is housed within a hooded glass case with Grecian style carved columns, gadrooning and acanthus scrolled accents...
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17th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Rose Tarlow Iron Twig Stone Top Garden Dining Suite
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic patio and garden dining suite consisting of four iron armchairs and one round stone top dining table measuring 53.5 inches in diameter. The iron twig design by Rose Tarlow is...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Granite, Iron

Blue Leather Accent Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Upholstered in rich Chateau Blue leather, this chair is designed to make a statement. Its contrasting oak wood frame adds a touch of classic charm, while the nailhead trim along the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Early 19th C. American Maple And Pine Corner Cabinet
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique early 19th century American pine and maple Corner Cupboard, c 1810. Made of pine and maple, featuring triangular form with stunning original glazed wavy glass doors, three drawers and wood doors below This cupboard has pale pink old milk painted interior shelves. The glass features waves and bubbles consistent with age and was completely hand made with wooden pegs. Ever wonder how large, tall pieces of furniture were moved in and out of the small doorways in 18th-19th century homes? Beginning about 1740, corner cupboards were very popular storage pieces. Some were built into the room by carpenters so they never had to be moved. Instead of a rectangular piece of furniture, the corner piece was triangular in the back so it fit into a corner with no wasted space. Through the years, many of these built-ins have been removed and given new backs. Most old corner cupboards were made by a cabinetmaker to be moved from house to house. The top section usually had glass cabinet doors covering several shelves. The silver or dishes inside were arranged to be admired. The bottom section had two wooden cabinet doors...
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Early 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Blown Glass, Maple

Neo-Classical Style Carved Giltwood Rope and Tassel Motif Mirror
Located in Kennesaw, GA
I love this one. It is an Italian carved giltwood mirror with a tassel and rope motif. It has timeless neo-classical styling. The mirror is unmarked and most likely date to 1960.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Pair of Italian Distressed White Gold Giltwood Brackets Corbels Shelves c. 1950
Located in Pearland, TX
A gorgeous pair of vintage Italian Neoclassical style gilt wood wall brackets or corbels with a lovely patina, circa 1950. These stylish brackets have a lovely aged white and gilt fl...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Giltwood, Paint

Louis XVI Style Mahogany Console Table, early 20th century, the molded D-shaped
Located in Birmingham, AL
Louis XVI Style Mahogany Console Table, early 20th century, the molded D-shaped top above floral swags on fluted tapering legs, joined by scrolled stretchers, and toupie feet. 31.5H ...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Vintage Baker Hepplewhite Style Mahogany Leather Top Executive Writing Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Stunning Vintage Baker English Hepplewhite Style Mahogany Tooled Leather Top Executiv...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

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

Materials

Brass

Rounded Brass Umbrella Stand
Rounded Brass Umbrella Stand
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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

Pair of Antique English Style Riding Boots as Table Lamps
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
A pair of English riding boots and there original boot trees mounted and wired as table lamps. Shades not included.
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Mid-Century Brass Shell Platter
Located in Elkhart, IN
A mid-20th century brass clam shell platter.  
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1970s Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mappin Webb Cutlery Set for 12 People. England, Early 20th Century
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Mappin & Webb silver plate cutlery set for 12 people, England, early 20th century. Complete for 12 people. A total of 130 pieces: 12 large knifes,...
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Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

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Silver Plate

1900 Caldwell Leaded Glass Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
1900 Caldwell leaded glass hanging light fixture with interior lights. great condition.
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1910s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Neoclassical Alabaster Pedestal
Located in London, GB
Antique French neoclassical alabaster pedestal French, Late 19th Century Height 112cm, width 35cm, depth 35cm This elegant and fine pu...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alabaster

Massive Antique Textured Opaque Glass Zinc Lantern/ Street Lamp Shade
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Massive Antique Textured Opaque Glass & Zinc Lantern/Street Lamp Shade USA, circa Earlier 20th Century  This massive antique textured opaque glass and zinc lantern or street lamp sh...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Zinc

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

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Iron

Monumental Blonde Wood Armoire Cabinet
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Very impressive monumental in scale armoire cabinet having handsome molding on top and paneling. Two sets of doors open to storage inside. Top part has two glass adjustable glass s...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Oak

Meissen Snake-Handled "Schlangenvase" Urn Vase Lamp
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A Meissen Snake-Handled "Schlangenvase" urn vase lamp, circa 1900, Gilt and painted in colors, the baluster body decorated with "Deutsche Blumen" on both...
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Early 20th Century German Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century, Old Paris Neoclassical Cup Saucer Set Young Man w/ Dog
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite 19th-century Neoclassical cup and saucer set represents the epitome of fine French porcelain craftsmanship, capturing the elegance and grace of an era that revered cla...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

2 Maitland Smith Silver Neoclassical Delphin Koi Fish Table Banquet Lamps 32"
Located in Dayton, OH
Rare vintage Maitland Smith table lamps, made of heavy cast metal with a bright silver finish, showing a Neoclassical style pedestal like ...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

Large Antique Oval Etched Venetian Mirror
Located in Houston, TX
Large antique oval etched Venetian mirror. Stunning and large antique Neoclassical style oval etched Venetian beveled mirror with a square bow...
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1920s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mirror

An Exceptional Antique Cast Iron Garden Fountain Attributed to Fiske
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An elegant 19th Century tiered Cast Iron Fountain in a fine weathered Green paint. The finely proportioned central support with fluted column base supports two elegant scalloped tier...
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19th Century Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

19th C. Neoclassic French Commode w/Original Marble Top Brass Hardware
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassical commode with its original marble top from the 19th century. This antique chest from France features a rectangular-shaped marble top, with pronounced rounded fro...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass

Italian Carved and Gilded Sedan Chair with Original Interior and Glass
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Museum quality. Of all the examples we've seen, this is the best.
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Vintage French Neoclassical Large Wrought Iron Glass "Flame" Coffee Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Vintage French Neoclassical Style Large Wrought Iron & Glass "Flame" Square Coffee Ta...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Vintage Cloisonné Enamel Heart Valentine Ornament
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage polychrome enamel cloisonné on brass Valentines Heart ornament. Great decorative pieces or memorable gift.
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1990s American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

1920 s Reclaimed Italian Carrara Bianco and Nero Marble Checker Flooring Tile
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
This is a 1920's piece by piece reclaimed Italian Carrara Bianco and Nero marble checker tile. The beautiful antique texture and the visible veining within this old marble flooring g...
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1920s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Carrara Marble

Regency Period Antique Sterling Silver Goblet - London 1811 - P. W. Bateman
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1811 by Peter & William Bateman, this stunning, Antique Sterling Silver Goblet, is in the neoclassical taste, featuring brightcut engraved decoration througho...
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1810s English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Sterling Silver

A Very Fine English Crystal Gasolier
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Exquisite Gasolier Chandelier, now electrified. Four original etched crystal shades. England circa 1800. Dimensions: Height 41" Diameter 35" including shades.
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1880s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Crystal, Bronze

19th-C. French Neo-Classical Style Porcelain Gilt Bronze Table Lamps - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
These are beautiful! This is a pair of French neoclassical style white porcelain lamps with gilt and gilt bronze accents. The wiring is new, and I believe they are signed up inside t...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

A small pitcher depicting Ancient Greek motif, Musée du Louvre, signed, 20th c
Located in View Park, CA
A small ceramic pitcher featuring Ancient Greek motif - « Young Men and Girls Banqueting » - from circa 480 BC, made in Greece probably 20th century, signed by artist, and was once s...
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20th Century Greek Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

1920 Caldwell Gilt Bronze One Light Sconces with Reed Glass
Located in New York, NY
pair of circa 1920's Caldwell bronze one light sconces with reeded glass shade
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1920s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Neoclassical Plaster Column Sculpture Pedestal Plant Fern Display Stand 50"
Located in Dayton, OH
Neoclassical inspired pedestal or sculpture / display stand. Made of chalkware (plaster) featuring round column form with distressed finish Dimensions: 14" x 14" x 49.5"h
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Plaster

French Cupid Fireback / Backsplash, Early 19th Century Period
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th - 19th century French neoclassical period fireback with a cupid. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon request, it can be made black/pewter at ...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Vintage Mniature Dollhouse Blue Cottage Fully Furnished
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage handmade blue cottage miniature dollhouse , fully decorated and with lights.
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1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

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

Materials

Leather, Wood

Impressive 19th Century Warwick Vase
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An impressive 19th century terracotta scale Warwick Vase standing on a weathered terracotta pedestal. Stamped ‘Blanchard & Co’, this particular design features in their 1869 illustrated catalogue of Beautiful Works of Art: Terracotta (pictured), so we are confident that it dates from this period. Though smaller than the original, this Warwick Vase is of impressive scale, standing at 1.5m tall. It comprises of 2 components: the decorative vase and its pedestal. The vase is detailed with an egg and dart moulded rim above male and female masks among vine leaves, berries and scrolls in high relief and entwined handles as it is in the original. The pedestal is simpler, featuring moulded wreath decoration, elevating the urn to eye level so that its grandeur can be closely observed. It is approximately 160 years old and as such features age-related weathering, chips, losses and historic restorations, each adding to the time-worn appeal of the piece. Core details of the vase remain intact making it instantly recognisable as the famous Warwick Vase. Provenance This terracotta Warwick Vase and pedestal was sourced from Bodfach Hall, a historic country house with expansive grounds in the heart of the Welsh Marches. It resided here in the gardens until recently as an impressive late 19th century item of statuary. The Warwick Vase The original Warwick Vase, often closely associated with the Albani Vase...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Clay, Terracotta

French Neoclassical Carrara Marble Top Ebonized Black Coffee Table
Located in Hopewell, NJ
French marble top ebony coffee or cocktail table in an elegant Neoclassical style, with bronze sabot feet under elegant tapering square legs. Beautiful original Carrara marble top in...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble

Neoclassical Style Narrow Bench
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Italian Neoclassical style narrow bench with cut blue velvet fabric.
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Fruitwood

Pair of French 1960s 2 Patina Bronze Hand Sconces, 3 Pairs Available
Located in Miami, FL
Exceptional suite of 6 French bronze 2 patina wall Sconces in the style of Maison Jansen, circa 1960. Priced by pair. US rewired, one socket, 60 watts max or LED . Backplate dimen...
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Brass Coffee Table with Black Lacquered Glass Top by Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice rectangular coffee table is made of brass with a black lacquered glass top. This is a French work by Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Hand Painted Italian Oval Shaped Neoclassical Style Table
Located in Pasadena, TX
This table is hand painted. The age and patina gives it a nicely weathered look. It's possibly Italian and very well made. It has a scalloped skirt and cabriolet legs. The knees and ...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

English Garden Stone Urn on Plinth in the Neo-Classical Style
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome English circular garden stone urn (or planter pot) on a raised column plinth. The round urn featuring a lattice design around the top circumference and a fluted bowl. Resting on a round plinth featuring a Neo-Classical relief...
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20th Century English Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stone, Cast Stone, Concrete

Set of Fourteen Richard Frinier for Brown Jordan Florentine Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Grand set of fourteen wrought iron patio and garden dining armchairs designed by Richard Frinier for Brown Jordan. Known as the Florentine armchairs they feature a neoclassical latti...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Italian Neoclassical Style Marble, Malachite, Lapis Lazuli, and Porphyry Panel
Located in Long Island City, NY
A magnificent Italian neoclassical style marble, malachite, lapis lazuli, and porphyry panel, early 20th century. This panel is made with all different precious hardstones. All th...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Porphyry, Malachite, Lapis Lazuli

Eight Antique Staffordshire Blue and White Large Soup Plates Circa 1820
Located in Katonah, NY
This set of eight large soup dishes or pasta plates was made by Don Pottery circa 1820. The design is part of Don Potery's series of dishes, " Italian Views". The center is decorated...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Pearlware

Vintage Pair of Blue Painted Glass and Marble Console Tables
Located in San Francisco, CA
These refined console tables echo the neoclassical elegance of Maison Jansen. The clean lines and tapered legs are accented with panels of deep blue églomisé glass and gilt trim. Thr...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble, Brass

American Mahogany Oval Library Table. Circa 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
American mahogany oval library table with carved acanthus leaf pedestal and lions paw feet. Attributed to Anthony Quervelle. Early 19th Century.
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19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

A Pair Of NEOCLASSICAL WALL APPLIQUES LAMPS, Geoges JOUVE Style, France 1950
Located in PARIS, FR
An exceptional pair of wall lights with 2 faces, Art-Deco, Neo-Classical, Shabby-Chic, in off-white enameled plaster, circular wall bases, 2 thick arms of square section surmounted b...
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1950s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Enamel

Swedish Neoclassical Style Painted Wood Longcase Clock with Carved Palmette
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish early 19th century neoclassical style longcase painted wood clock with carved crest, circular head and linear body. This Swedish painted wood grandfather clock features an ...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood

Roman Classical Nude Male Marble Sculpture by Lorenzo dal Torrione, Italy
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Roman Nude Male Marble Sculpture Italian or statue of David. Well executed and wonderfully proportioned figure of David as a youth, copied from the original by Michelangelo ...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Limestone

3 Vintage German Wood Nutcrackers -Same day Shipping
Located in Boca Raton, FL
3 Vintage German polychrome wood Handpainted Nitcracker figurines.
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1960s German Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair of Antique Galloway Terracotta Ceramic Art Deco Pottery Garden Urn Vases
Located in Wilton, CT
Large pair of fluted garden urns by the Galloway Terracotta Company of Philadelphia in classical form with great bone white wax matte glaze. Measur...
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1930s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Pottery

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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