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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
Early 19th Century American Mahogany Chair Back Window Bench
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Neoclassic chair back window seat with upholstered box seat in Honduran mahogany. Note the defining carved back rail. American, New York, circa 1815.
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1810s American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Neoclassical Faux Marble 3-Panel Screen, 18 Topographical Views of Italy
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Neoclassical Vedute Faux Marble 3-Panel Screen, 18 Topographical Views of Italy, Monumental Scale, by Maitland-Smith A striking and monumental three-panel folding screen by Maitlan...
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20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

French Mid-Century Gilded Tole 6-Light Orb Chandelier with Nautical Galleon Ship
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Offered for sale is a striking French mid-20th-century six-light chandelier, masterfully combining sculptural drama with nautical whimsy. Crafted from hand-forged and painted tole me...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

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Metal

Italian Richard Ginori Porcelain Jewelry Box Neoclassical
Located in New York, NY
A small Italian porcelain jewelry box, in the Neoclassical design style, by Italian designer, Richard Ginori, circa mid to late-20th century, Italy. Porcelain box is round with black...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

1990s Theodore Alexander Painted Stripes Tier Console Drawers Table Bookcase
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, tier painted console table you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful versatile...
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1990s American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique French Neoclassical Pillars of Freedom Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
19th century French neoclassical style fireback with two pillars of freedom. The pillars symbolize the value liberty, one of the three values of the French revolution. The date of pr...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

18th century Dutch school attributed to Mattheus Terwesten : allegory of wealth
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
A fine early 18th century Flemish school circa 1730, oil on panel attributed to Mattheus Terwesten (a partial signature next to the pedestal) set into its gold leaf gilt carved wood....
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Early 18th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Oak

Pair of Antique Oil Paintings 19th Century Signed Lambert
Located in Buxton, GB
This stunning pair of antique oil paintings is an incredible example of traditional French art, signed by the renowned artist Lambert. The medium-sized, multi-coloured paintings depi...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Near Pair Drexel Mid Century Provincial Style Giltwood Twin Size Headboards
Located in Germantown, MD
Drexel furniture Near Pair Mid Century Provincial Style Giltwood Twin Size Headboards. Measures 38" and 41" in width, 2" in depth and 41" in height.
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Giltwood

Italian Early 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Giltwood And Crystal Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful and most elegant Italian early 19th century Neo-Classical st. giltwood and crystal chandelier. The eight arm nine light chandelier is centered by an outstanding fitted cut crystal dome with lovely reeded designs housing a single hanging light bulb...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Crystal

Neoclassical Style Brass Coffee Table with Marble Top in the Style Raymond Subes
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant neoclassical coffee table is made of brass with a green marble top. This is a French work in the style of Raymond Subes. Circa 1940
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass

Drexel Heritage Italian Neoclassical Demilune Cabinet
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Italian Neoclassical or Louis XVI style demilune console or bar cabinet By Drexel Heritage, Late 20th Century Hand painted wood case, with faux marble top, and original ...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Neoclassical French Photo Frame, circa 1900
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Neoclassical French Photo Frame, circa 1900 This exquisite French neoclassical photo frame dates back to around 1900 and is crafted in gilt bronze with fine green enamel details. The...
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze, Enamel

Pauline Bonaparte as Venus Victrix Alabaster Sculpture After Antonio Canova
Located in New York, NY
Very finely hand carved 19th century Italian Pauline Bonaparte as Venus victrix alabaster sculpture after antonio canova. Measure: 16.5 inch height in...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alabaster

Stunning Pair of Italian Neoclassical Inlaid Marble Bases or Pedestals
Located in Rome, IT
This elegant tapered pair of pedestals are raised by rectangular mottled edge white Carrara marble bases. The tapered column with cut corners have a central Tuscany "alabastro lista...
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1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

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Marble

French Vintage Candlestick Lamp with New Shade
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A lovely French vintage lamp made from a molded, bronzed metal candlestick base featuring elegant Neoclassical motifs. The round base measures 5” diameter to fit on nearly any surfa...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Set of Four 19th Century Upholstered Walnut X-frame Stools
Located in London, GB
Set of four 19th century upholstered walnut X-frame stools Italian, c. 1840 Height 53cm, width 49cm, depth 40cm Wonderfully made in Italy in around 1840, this set of four X-frame ...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Textile, Walnut, Wood

Antique French Neoclassical Pillars of Freedom Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th - 19th Century French neoclassical fireback with two pillars of freedom. The pillars symbolize the value liberty, one of the three values of the French revolution. The fireb...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Elegant Pair of 18th Century Italian Painted and Gilt-Wood Doors
Located in Rome, IT
Magnificent Italian finely finely carved paneled gilt wood doors from the 18' century. The lower panel is decoratively painted with a centered crest . The doors feature a single...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique Italian Neoclassical Patinated Bronze Putti Jardiniere
Located in Forney, TX
A stylish and high-quality bronze neoclassical style sculpture in the form of a sophisticated standing winged putti (cherub-angel) holding a marble basin, dating to the early 20th century. This striking bronze features a finely detailed classic putti adorned in flowing narrow robe, standing atop an impressive and sumptuous tapering tripartite form sculptural stand, richly decorated with incised swirl accents, shell and grotesque mask medallions, rising on three shapely legs with high relief acanthus leaf decorated knees, ending in substantial sized whimsical paw and claw...
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Early 20th Century Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Marble, Bronze

18th Century Italian Neoclassical Painted and Decorated Cabinet
Located in Bradenton, FL
18th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorated Cabinet is hand-painted and features beautifully rendered neoclassical motifs-garlands, scrolls, urns, and foliate elements. The central d...
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18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Early American Refinished Pine and Metal Blanket Chest Storage Trunk
Located in Germantown, MD
Early 20th Century American Rolling pine Blanket Trunk. Measures 30" in width, 16" in depth and stands 17.5" tall.
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

Pair of Antique Italian Neo Classic Wall Mirrors with Trompe L oeil
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive pair of Italian wall mirrors crafted in wood with an ebonized parcel gilt finish and featuring trompe l'oeil style hand painted panels with urns and medallions.
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

Arden sofa with velvet fabric and opening in arms with inside wood panels
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautifully crafted Arden sofa shown in velvet fabric with back cushions. Upholstered arms with inside wood panel made in and finished in dark walnut. Down & feather envelop seat cus...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Antique Original Oil on Canvas Painting by Paul E. Harney 1901
Located in San Diego, CA
Antique original oil on canvas painting by Paul E. Harney, circa 1901. This wonderful Harney barnyard scene is in good vintage condition and measures 18.5" x 15.5" x 1.5" overall and...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Handsome Black Gold Lion Motif Table Lamp
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Impressive large black and gold table lamp having reclining lion sculpture on stepped base and elegantly shaped black lamp shade.
Category

1990s American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

Antique English Neoclassical Porcelain Plate attributed to Coalport
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique English Neoclassical porcelain plate Attributed to Coalport. Decorated throughout with rich gilding, and red, green,...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Porcelain

Italian Bleached Walnut Sideboard w/ Storage and Marble Top
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian bleached walnut carved wood sideboard. This Neoclassical style piece has plenty of storage with two drawers and cabinet underneath. Original brass hardware.
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1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Sugar Pot in Silver Metal by Christofle, France, XX Century
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
his sugar pot is in silver metal. It has been made in France in the 20th century, by the wellknown manufactureer Christofle.
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20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

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Silver Plate

19th Century Italian Centre Table
Located in Houston, TX
19th Century Italian Centre Table in walnut with single drawer and Cabriolet Legs in very good vintage condition.
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood, Walnut

19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Style Birch Veneer Bench Seat
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous late 19th/early 20th century Swedish bench seat constructed in the neoclassical or Swedish empire taste. The bench features a blonde birch ...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Birch

Neoclassical Etching A Roman Corinthian Capital by Francesco Piranesi
Located in Stamford, CT
Neoclassical Etching of a architectural cornice and a Corithian capital by Francesco Piranesi (Italian, 1758 - 1810). Architectural Etching on paper...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Paper

Dos Gallos Custom Walnut Wood Trestle Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom trestle table with breadboard and simple trestle base with. Top is 1 3/4 inches thick top. Can be made in any size and finish. Bench made i...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Century Furniture Italian Neoclassical Maple and Parcel Gilt Dresser Chest
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Italian Neoclassical or Empire style four-drawer dresser or chest of drawers By Century Furniture USA, Late 20th Century Beautiful carved maple, with parcel-gilt detail...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

19th Century Bronze Sinumbra Oil Lamp with Cut Glass Shade
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This handsome urn form sinumbra lamp retains it's original oil reservoir. It features neoclassical motifs including cornucopia, acanthus leaves and flora...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Michael Taylor Montecito Patio Round Outdoor Indoor Coffee Table With Stone Top
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Michael Taylor Montecito Round Coffee Table Outdoor Indoor Cocktail Table With Stone Top. Iconic Michael Taylor Montecito Round Patio Coffee Table With Stone Top constructed from sol...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Cast Stone, Aluminum

19th Century Pair of English Stone Planters
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This classic pair of English rectangular planters are the perfect addition to your garden or sunny interior. Made of reconstituted stone with geometric trellis motif for a touch of s...
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19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Stone

Huge Mantel Clock in Bronze Style Neoclassical
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very unsual clock in the style neoclassical in ormolu bronze each detail on the side bronze clock and front are stunning.
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1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

English Mahogany Wood Cabinet / Bookcase
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Great English craftsmanship two parts mahogany wood china cabinet / bookcase with interior glass shelves & exterior Greek key influence woo...
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19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of Antique Italian Mirrored Obelisks
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Standout pair of 19th Century neoclassical Italian obelisks clad in mirrored sections with etched floral designs now oxidized to perfection with the expected imperfections. Presented...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mirror

19th Century French Blue Jasperware Two-Piece Bulb Pot
Located in Stamford, CT
Antique 19th century French blue and white jasperware two-piece bulb pot. Removable lid with holes. Medium blue Jasperware with all over neoclassical detailin...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Pottery

Pair of stamped Maison Jansen Louis XV neoclassical armchairs 1940s
Located in Paris, IDF
The craftsmanship of this pair of armchairs was deeply cared about, and it really shows some eight decades later. The armchairs were made and stamped by Maison Jansen in the early 19...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair of Hollywood Regency Wrought Iron Curule Benches
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stylish pair of Hollywood Regency wrought iron curule benches made in the neoclassical taste. Featuring an X-form design with scrolled arms a...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Iron

Rare Pair Period 18th Century Paint Decorated Venetian Commodes Cabinets
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This rare and important pair of 18th century Venetian commodes exemplifies the artistry and sophistication of period Venetian furniture. ...
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1770s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Walnut

1930 s Silver Plated Sconces with Etched Mirror
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1930's silvered plated sconces with etched mirrored backplate.
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1930s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Neoclassical French Alabaster and Bronze Footed Centerpiece Bowl
Located in Barcelona, ES
Outstanding centerpiece or footed bowl in carved alabaster and bronze. France, 1930s. This stunning carved alabaster centerpiece bowl stands up ...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Alabaster, Bronze

Pair of Russian Mahogany Foliate Armchairs
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Russian (1st ¬Ω 19th Cent) mahogany Armchairs with upholstered seat & carved foliate & rosettes on corner of back with sabre form front legs (Matching 6 SIDE CHAIRS: REG0922)
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1820s Russian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Silk

Neoclassical Style Glass Top Display Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lovely French Neoclassical style display table. It has a painted black and gold trimmed finish. The legs are an X style with brass fittings at bottom. Great for displaying a small c...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Russian 19th Century Neoclassical Style Bronze, Ormolu and Glass Chandelier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and extremely decorative Russian early 19th century Neo-Classical st. patinated bronze, ormolu and cobalt blue glass eight arm chandelier. The chandelier displays a most i...
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19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

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Bronze, Ormolu

Pair of Antique Painted French Neoclassical Armchairs with New Upholstery
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Pair of elegant 19th century French painted armchairs or fauteuils with original paint and new high end neutral upholstery. Refined example of of the French Neoclassical style, with ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

19th Century American Landscape Mourning Silk Embroidery Illustration
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An exceptional large scale museum worthy example of 19th Century American needlework . Created (1840-1854) Depicting a landscape painted with a dark cloudy sky, a longview of painted mountains and forrest background. The left front of the landscape graveyard, embroidered exquisite gold thread and silk needlework collage of foliage, with a smaller marbleized urn...
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Mid-19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metallic Thread

Historic chandelier vienna around 1890s with original antique glass shades
Located in Wien, AT
Historistic chandelier vienna around 1890s with original antique glass shades Polished and stove enameled original antique glass shades
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1890s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

A fabulous quality 19th Century French plum pudding mahogany and brass bed in th
Located in Martlesham, GB
A fabulous quality 19th Century French plum pudding mahogany and brass bed in the Neoclassical style, the tall headboard having a shaped and reeded top with ormolu decoration, the si...
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1880s French Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Russian Malachite Tazze by the Imperial Lapidary Works
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair of Russian Malachite Tazze Imperial Lapidary Works Circa 1830 A magnificent example of early 19th-century Russian craftsmanship, this pair of malachite tazze was created by the Imperial Lapidary Works of Ekaterinburg, circa 1830. These works exemplify the period when malachite emerged as the principal decorative material in Russian hardstone...
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19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Malachite

Pair Of Neoclassical Style Brass Urn Lamps
Located in Houston, TX
Pair Of Neoclassical Style Brass Urn Lamps. Offered is a handsome pair of vintage Neoclassical style urn form brass lamps with beautiful handles on wood bases. Each lamp has two Edis...
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1960s Unknown Vintage Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mensa Magna Dining table by Leon Krier for Giorgetti, 1990s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Meticulously crafted cherry wood dining table with neoclassical influences by Leon Krier model 'Mensa Magna' for Giorgetti. One of the finest dining tables we've ever come across. ...
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1990s Italian Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Cherry

Italian, Veneto, Neoclassic 1-Drawer 3-Leg Side Table, ca. 1830
Located in Atlanta, GA
having a circular top above with a conforming case housing one drawer raised on three saber shaped tapering legs
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1830s Italian Antique Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Walnut

1950s fine Tooled Leather Western Theme Ladies Handbag Purse
Located in Ferndale, MI
Nicely and highly tooled western theme leather purse . Decorated on both sides and the interior . Open the flap to find red interior and equestrian embellishment . Wonderful conditi...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Leather

Antique French Tole Handled Bucket/Cachepot Labors of Cupid
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique French Tole Handled Bucket/Cachepot 'Labors of Cupid' France, Circa 1900 A delightful Antique French Tole Handled Bucket/Cachepot, dating back to the early 1900s, originatin...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Metal

Ralph Lauren Brook Street Chest of Drawers Sideboard Alligator Leather
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this exquisite RRP £27,895 Ralph Lauren Brook Street Alligator / Crocodile patina leather sideboard with d...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Furniture

Materials

Leather

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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