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
Period: 1940s
Rock Sharpe
s Wine Glasses in the "Burleigh” Pattern- set of 6
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Burleigh is an American pattern by Rock Sharpe handcrafted in the 1940s. The bell shaped bowls are handcut and etched. We have a set of six. The delicate b...
Category
1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Glass
Rare American Faux Tortoiseshell by Henkel-Harris Virginia Side Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This is a rare and fine, Lacquered Tortoiseshell Faux Painted Side Table by Henkel-Harris, 20th c.
This charming small chest side table with two...
Category
1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood, Paint
Neoclassical Brass Magazine Rack, French Attributed to Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant neoclassical stye magazine rack is all made of brass. This is a French work attributed to famous French designer Maison Jansen. Circa 1940.
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Weiman Legged Neoclassical Style White Marble Wood Brass Coffee Table
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Indulge in the timeless elegance of this exquisite marble 8 legged coffee table, dating back to the 1940s. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this piece showcases a stunnin...
Category
1940s European Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Brass
Pair of Bronze and Two-Tone Mirrors Side Table
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of bronze and two-tone mirrors side table, superb quality, probably made by Maison Baguès.
1 drawer on the front.
Heavy and sturdy.
1st-tier height: 7 in.
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Italian Mid-Century Ebonized Wood and Beige Marble Coffee Table
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Mid-Century (1940s) ebonized narrow rectangular coffee table with in Set white Carrara marble middle section with silver-plated...
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble
Set of Eight Queen Anne Style Ebonized and Gilt Decorated Dining Chairs
Located in Manhasset, NY
Set of eight Queen Anne style ebonized and gilt decorated dining chairs. These sleek and stylish dining chairs come straight from a NYC brownstone. The ebonized frames would fit easi...
Category
1940s Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
Wonderful French Neoclassical Large Bronze Bow Regency Lantern Fixture Pendent
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Beautiful etched bronze with draping bow lantern, pendant lantern fixture with cutout design around the bottom, fluted and filigree edges the top edge and...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Romantic Pair of Elegant French Neoclassical Armchairs with Bronze Figural Arms
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Bought in France, these French inlaid mahogany neoclassical armchairs or fauteuils are incredible works of art having original petit point tapestry seats, exceptional bronze figurine...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Pair of 1940s Italian Neoclassical Sidechairs
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful pair of carved and inlaid fruitwood Italian neoclassical side chairs with carved wood details throughout and tapered legs. Newly upholstered in caramel silk velvet.
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
Astrolabe Table Lamp in the Style of Jacques Adnet
Located in Miami, FL
Astrolabe table lamp in the style of Jacques Adnet, polished iron
1 light, 100 watt max bulb.
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Neoclassical style brass drinks trolley with cherubs
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice, elegant and rare neoclassical style drinks trolley is made of brass with cherubs. This is a French work in the style of Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of French Nickel Plated Floor Lamps
Located in Buchanan, NY
Introducing a stunning pair of French 1940s nickel plated floor lamps, featuring ornate stems made up of turned and cast bronze and brass components that gracefully guide the gaze to...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Bronze
$3,184 Sale Price / set
38% Off
Neoclassical Style Silver Plated Coffee Table with Antiques Mirror Tops
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and unique neoclassical style coffee table is made of silver plated on brass with decorations and Antiques mirror tops (central mirror is distressed and could eventual...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
French Patinated Gold Gilt Regency Empire Bronze Iron Crystal Ten-Arm Chandelier
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful French Empire style patinated and gold gilt Regency bronze and iron chandelier with crystal ball center with ten-arm and two int...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Iron, Bronze
$4,500 Sale Price
39% Off
1940s Beige Cast Stone Large Round Neoclassical Style Lion Planters, Set of 4
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning circular lion planters you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best of...
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Cast Stone
Antique Baseball Catchers Mask Collection (7)
Located in Stamford, CT
A collection of 7 steel antique baseball catchers masks circa 1930's-1960's. Great graphic presentation. Easy to hang and display multiple ways. The a...
Category
1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
$1,475 / item
Small French 1940s Chandelier in a Pewter Finish
Located in Buchanan, NY
This French chandelier from the 1940s is a striking combination of bronze and metal. Designed in a neoclassical style, it features six arms that gracefully extend from its center. Th...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Metal
Italian Neoclassical Scagliola Marble Fluted Pedestal, 1940s
Located in Chicago, IL
A fluted pedestal in deep rose veining, this sculptural column is crafted from richly pigmented scagliola—a refined composite developed in 17th-century Italy as a visually opulent al...
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Plaster
French Cast Iron + Soapstone Console Table, 1940s
Located in Chicago, IL
A quiet relic of 1940s France, this console table bridges the industrial and the ornate. Its cast iron frame, rich with scrollwork, carries the weight of time—with a rich patina that...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Soapstone, Iron
Mid Century Modern Decorative Hanging Glass Beads Decorative
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration a set of vintage glass beads in amber color. Old stock never used.
Unmarked.
Dimensions: 2" Tall x 1 3/8" in diameter.
Please visit take a look at our listin...
Category
1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Glass
André Arbus Ash Wood Neoclassical Coffee Table 1940s
By André Arbus
Located in Paris, IDF
This elegant André Arbus coffee table is sure to add an element of French neoclassicism chic to any room in your home. It was designed and pro...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
French 1940s Bronze Six Armed Neoclassical Style Chandelier
Located in Buchanan, NY
This French chandelier, a stunning example of 1940s neoclassical style, is a testament to the superb quality and design of that era. With its six arms, detailed features and dimensio...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Small Neoclassical Style Oval Brass Bar Cart with Double Removable Tops by
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice small neoclassical style oval bar cart is made of brass with double removable glass tops surrounded by an openwork gallery. The quality is very nice and fine. This is ...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Wonderful French Bronze Filigree Frosted Swirl Beveled Glass Lantern Fixture
Located in Roslyn, NY
Wonderful French bronze filigree frosted swirl beveled glass lantern fixture.
Measures: 22" H x 9" W.
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
1940s, Brass Chandelier with Frosted Art Glass Shades, Sweden
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
An elegant brass chandelier with frosted art glass shades, Sweden, 1940s. This refined piece features six delicately shaped, elongated glass shades with subtle etched detailing, each...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
$2,063 Sale Price
20% Off
French Floor Lamp with Hexagonal Base
Located in Buchanan, NY
This impressive floor lamp hails from France, circa 1940s, and is a beautiful blend of brass and bronze. The lamp features turned and cast components that are elegantly assembled onto a hexagonal base...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass, Bronze
$1,920 Sale Price
20% Off
Neoclassical Bronze Floor Lamp Attributed to André Arbus, France, 1940s
By André Arbus
Located in Chicago, IL
Bronze neoclassical tripod floor lamp by André Arbus. Lion feet decor.
Height can be adjusted from 45" to 60". In good vintage condition. European socket and wiring (price includes ...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Italian Neoclassic Style Painted and Gilt Occasional Table with Marble Surface
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Morristown, NJ
Charming Italian Neoclassic style occasional table, mid-20th century, with circular inset marble top surrounded by a pierced gilt-bronze gallery. The fluted apron and tapering legs a...
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Brass
Pair of Brass Duck Heads Fireplace Tools on Stand In the Style of Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant pair of fireplace tools on stand is all made of brass. It is ornated with brass duck heads. This is a French work in the Style of Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Faux-Bamboo Brass Nesting Tables with Eglomized Mirror Tops By Maison Baguès
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice set of faux-bamboo nesting tables is made of brass with eglomized mirror tops. This is a French work by Maison Baguès. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Petite Neoclassical White Lacquer Side Table by Jacques Adnet, France 1948.
Located in Brussels, BE
Small white lacquer neoclassical side table with a green marble top.
By J.Adnet, France 1948.
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Wrought Iron
Maison Jansen. Beautiful Brass Floor Lamp with Dolfinheads.
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice floor lamp is made of brass. This is a very elegant piece with dolphin heads arms. This is a French work by Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Antique Neoclassical Versailles Bronze and Crystal Pendant Chandeliers
Located in Dallas, TX
A charming pair of antique neoclassical Versailles painted bronze and Swarovski Strass crystal chandeliers. Wired faux electric candles. Eleg...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Three Tiers Round Gueridon with Eglomized Mirror Tops by Maison Baguès
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This beautiful three tiers round gueridon is made of bronze and brass with eglomized mirror tops. This is a French work by Maison Baguès. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Cream and Gold Italian Pineapple Carved Wood and Iron Chandelier
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A classically elegant off-white and gold pineapple motif Italian chandelier of carved wood, iron and tole having 6 arms and wonderful details from top to bottom. Comes with ceiling CAP.
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Large 8 Arms Chiseled Bronze Chandelier in the Style of Louis the 16th by Lucien
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice large 8 arms chandelier is made of finely chiseled bronze. This is a French work in the style of Louis the 16th by Lucien Gau. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Tall Onyx/Alabaster Lamps a Pair
Located in Newtown, CT
Pair of Tall Onyx or Alabaster Lamps, Great size at 37" high as seen, and 6" x 6" base. The lamp's onyx/alabaster is 25.5" high. They do have some chipping to the edges. The base ...
Category
1940s Unknown Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Onyx, Alabaster
$1,200 / set
Robert Pansart Pair of Neoclassic Églomisé Mirrors Panels, circa 1940
Located in Atlanta, GA
Boost your private interior with the exquisite artistry of Robert Pansart, whose visionary design shines through this rare pair of églomisé mirrored glass wall-mounted panels, expert...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Mirror
Pair of French Neoclassical Style Lamps
Located in Houston, TX
Pair Of French Neoclassical Style Lamps.
We offer a great pair of French Neoclassical style tole and bronze table lamps.
This lovely pair of French lamps have been newly wired and re...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Tôle
Faux-Bamboo Bonze Side table by Maison Bagués
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice faux-bamboo side table is made of bronze with eglomized glass shelves. This is a French work by famous Maison Bagués. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Bronze Chandelier with Ram
s Heads in the Louis XVI Style. French work in the st
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice and elegant 6 lights chandelier is made of bronze. It is decorated with ram's heads on the top and ornaments on the arms. This is a French work in the Louis XVI style. In t...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Antique Pair of 1940 Glass Sconces Mary Antoinette Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
we have over three thousand antique sconces and over one thousand antique lights, if you need a specific pair of sconces or lights, use the contact dealer button to ask us, we might ...
Category
1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Metal
Rectangular Well
Tree Silver Plated Serving Tray by Sheridan Silver Company
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Tree and Well silver plated trays were generally used for roast meats, however, they are ideally suited for ham, turkey, chicken, etc. This particular tray by Sheridan Silver Compan...
Category
1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Silver Plate
Pair of Louis the 15th style Gold Gilt Bronze Sconces
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice and elegant pair of wall sconces is made of gold gilt bronze. This is a French work in the style of Louis the 15th. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Roseville Zephir Lily Candle Stick Holders in Bermuda Blue, 1946
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Pair of Roseville Pottery ceramic candle stick holders in the Zephyr Lily pattern on blue background are marked with molded "Roseville U.S.A. 1163 4 ½" on the bottoms.
Zephir Lily p...
Category
1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Pair of silver plated side tables with fluted legs attributed to Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant pair of side tables is made of silver plated on brass with 2 tiers and fluted legs. This is a French work attributed to Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
$2,783 Sale Price
20% Off
Vassoio Tiffany
Co. – Misquamicut Golf Club (1937–1945) United States
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Taranto, IT
Vassoio Tiffany & Co. – Misquamicut Golf Club (1937–1945)
Realizzato da Tiffany & Co. con la marcatura Makers Silver Soldered, questo vassoio porta incisa una dedica a Nelson E. Peri...
Category
1940s Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Silver, Steel
1940 Italian Alabaster Pedant
Located in New York, NY
1940 Italian Alabaster small pedant. light fixture has original yellow color with white and dark veins. newly UL rewired
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Alabaster
Four Edward Wormley Precedent by Drexel Dining Chairs 239-4 8 Available
Located in Pasadena, TX
Edward Wormley designed for Precedent Side Chairs series 239-4 in 1947, neoclassical area.
Set of 4 dining chairs, solid wood construction, natural finish.
8 available
Category
1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Wood
$2,880 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Faux-Bamboo Brass Nesting Tables with Eglomized Mirror Tops By Maison Baguès
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This beautiful set of faux-bamboo nesting tables is made of brass with very nice eglomized mirror tops. This is a French work by famous Maison Baguès. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
French Modern Bronze Cabinet With Marble Top
Located in Houston, TX
French Modern Bronze Cabinet With Marble Top.
Offered is a most unusual French Neoclassical/Louis XVI style bronze cabinet with gorgeous details, two doors and a beautiful marble top...
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Marble, Bronze, Iron
Monumental Vintage Pair of Black Cast Iron English Planters Urns on Plinths
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Monumental very large vintage pair of black cast iron urns planters from England that rest on 14" square plinths. Two pieces. Hole in inte...
Category
1940s English Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Iron
Neoclassical Style Wood and Brass Bar Cart in the Style of Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This elegant neoclassical style bar cart is made of wood and brass. This is a French work in the style of famous designer Maison Jansen. Circa 1940.
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Louis XVI Style Brass Fireplace Screen in the Style of Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and elegant fireplace screen is made of brass. It is decorated with knots, ribbons, laurel wreaths, bow and quiver apllied on mesh. This is a French work in the Louis ...
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Neoclassical Style Brass Nesting Tables. French work by Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This set of three neoclassical style nesting tables is made of brass with glass shelves surrounded by a silvered mirror line . This is a French work by Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
Round Brass Coffee Table with Black Lacquered Glass Top by Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice round coffee table is made of brass with black lacquered glass top. French work by Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
20th C Wingback Love Seat in Blue and White Check Homespun Linen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fantastic wingback love seat is in amazing condition and great form. The repro. blue & cream homespun linen upholstered love seat is amazing...
Category
1940s American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Pine
$3,116 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Neoclassical Style Pine Cone Brass Andirons In the Style of Maison Jans
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of neoclassical style pine cone andirons are made of brass. This is a French work in the style of Maison Jansen. Circa 1940
Category
1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
1940s John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern 3 Tier End Table
Located in Germantown, MD
Rare find. John Widdicomb three tier walnut end Table with a bottom drawer. Made in the 1940s.
Category
1940s North American Vintage Neoclassical Furniture
Materials
Brass
$517 Sale Price
63% Off
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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